After suffering a humiliation through England in a 2-3 loss at Olympiastadion, Joachim Low will face Antonio Conte’s side Italy at Allianz Arena. As the team is facing injury problem, the coach will have a tough task to choose the defensive line against Italy.
In their 19 head-to-head games, Italians have Lion’s share of victory (11) where on the other hand, the current World Champions have won only 4 games and have played 4 draws against them.
Here is the Predicted Line-up of Germany who will face Italy in their next Friendly.
Manuel Neuer-
One of the best goal-keepers in footballing the world, Manuel will surely start the game for Joachim Low and will be the one to watch against the Italians.
Emre Can-
Capable of playing in almost every department, Can deserved to be in the German side. Praised by the German manager Jurgen Klopp, this player is very effective in terms of crossing and tackling.
Mats Hummels-
Solid as granite, this defender is one of the best and is a good ball tackler. Started the World Cup alongside Jerome Boateng he is a constant starter for this German squad.
Antonio Rudiger-
With Jerome Boateng and Benedikt Howedes out on the side lines due to injury, this young player can prove his worth to the German Manager.
Jonas Hector-
Played the entire game against England, he showcased his talent. Also capable of playing in the central midfield, this player can be an effective addition to the injured defensive line of Germany.
Sami Khedira-
Playing for Germany since 2009, this player has earned more than 50 caps for his national side. More of a defensive midfielder, Khedira can support Hummels in defending and is also capable of creating chances for the players like Thomas Muller.
Toni Kroos-
Scored the opener against England and a very efficient and a versatile player, Kroos is that one player who can always find a way to create a goal. Though his club career is in doubt with Real Madrid, the German has a long way to go for his country.
Mesut Ozil
Having assisted more than any other player in the premier league this season, he is a vital player in Arsenal as well as in the German squad. He is capable of creating wonderful crosses and through passes which can rip the opposition defense apart. He can provide some good balls to Muller and Gomez.
Mario Gotze-
This star can replace his former club-mate Marco Reus in the next match. Gotze can have a big impact in the game all by himself. The only scorer in 2014 World Cup Final, he can cut the comedy for opposition’s defense.
Thomas Muller-
One of the best forwards in the World, no manager can put this player on the side-lines. He is enjoying his stay at Bayern Munich and has no intentions of leaving the club. He is quick, heads the ball accurately Muller, is a gifted player.
Kevin Volland-
Surprising ? If there is anyone who can replace Mario Gomez then he is him. The German scored the fastest goal in the Bundesliga history against the defending champions Bayern Munich. A Great finisher of the ball, Volland is young and is hungry of goals.