Germany braced for S. Korea World Cup decider

Germany braced for S. Korea World Cup decider

Germany trained in Kazan on Tuesday as they made their final preparations for the crucial World Cup Group F match against South Korea.

The world champions will be without Sebastian Rudy for Wednesday’s decisive match as the holding midfielder is still not fit after breaking his nose in the dramatic victory over Sweden.

After losing their Group F opener to Mexico, Germany revived their campaign with a last-gasp victory over Sweden and now need to beat the Koreans by at least two clear goals to guarantee progress to the last 16.

With centre back Jerome Boateng suspended on Wednesday after being sent off against the Swedes, Loew said he was down to 18 players for the match at the Kazan Arena.

Hummels missed the Sweden victory with a neck injury but should return to the centre of defence alongside Antonio Ruediger or Niklas Suele.

At the other end of the field, Loew suggested striker Thomas Mueller, who is goalless after two games having scored 10 in two previous World Cups, would be retained.

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