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First match of the World Cup, heavy weight on Germany | Reuters

The opening game of the World Cup puts pressure on Germany

Germany and Spain, who have won the championship, are expected to break through Group E in the primary league. Lothar Matthaus, who played in five consecutive World Cups since 1982 when he was a member of the (then) West German national team, echoed this view, saying, “The first game is more stressful. It’s not do you know how the opponent game prepares. That’s why (Germany) has to achieve the best performance.”

Iron man holds the record for most appearances in a total of 25 World Cup appearances. In the current national team, expectations are high for two midfielders, Kimihi, who dominates the game with his excellent tactical eye, and Goretzka, who gets a lot of exercise. In addition, 19-year-old new dribbler Musiara was described as “the next Messi” and predicted a break. (Doha Joint)