Lahm: Germany's national team no longer needs my services

Defender of Munich's Bavaria Philipp Lahm explained why he decided to leave the team in Germany. Lahm believes that the national team is no longer in need of his services.

«My mission in the Germany team finished as a team no longer needs me. They will cope with the challenges and without me. There is a new generation of players, and they have to play in the national team. I am very flattered that many have begun to respond positively to learn about me about my decision,» - said Lahm.

Recall Lahm's part of the German team won the world championship in 2014.

The World Cup 2014: Germany 4:0 Portugal

Stadium Arena Fonte Nova - Otávio Mangabèjra in Salvador the first round match took place in Group G of the World Cup 2014 soccer match between Germany and Portugal.

To go forward, the Germans were able to on 12 minutes when entitled to penalty kicks. Goetze Center coming out of the gate, but it held Pereira. The referee pointed to the 11-meter mark, which Mueller into bottom corner Patrício. On 32 minutes, Germany were able to consolidate their advantage: Kroos corner swung into the center of the penalty area, and Hummel′s against the Defender sent the ball under the crossbar.

Before the break with the worst defensively Portuguese: Pepe at first waved away from Mueller and then lightly butted it. Take advantage of the numerical advantage the Germans had succeeded in the first minute of first-half injury to compensated: Götze completed filing into the center of the penalty box, Muller won the fight at Alves and shot into the bottom corner, the ball from the feet of goalkeeper into the gates of the Portuguese.

The final result of the 78-minute set the same Mueller, who in the first game of the German national team at the World Championships has managed to make a hat-trick. Šûrrle entered from the right side of the penalty area and struck the kick from an acute angle, hit the ball to Patrício and Mueller scored on the rebound of the Portuguese, establishing the final result was 4: 0.

Nouer: Ronaldo is one of the most dangerous players

Germany national team's goalkeeper Manuel Neuer said that playing with the national team of Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo is dangerous, what state he was in. These teams will play each other in the first group stage of the World cup Championship.

«I don't know in what form is Ronaldo. But this is one of the most dangerous players that you might encounter in the world of football,» - said Nouer.

On the performances of Germany in World Cup Neuer said: «Every year Germany are waiting for the national team's success. It would be great if we could win the World Cup».

Ronaldo told Brazilian fans to prevent Klose to beat his record

Brazilian striker Ronaldo jokingly asked the Brazilian fans to come up with a spell that would prevent scoring of Miroslav Klose. Earlier, Ronaldo holds the record for number of goals scored at the World Championships, he has 15 goals. Klose behind one ball.

«Please, matches Germany say a spell. Maybe then he will not be able to score. Will try my best to not Klose broke my record,» - Ronaldo said.

Löw: If we can achieve a similar mood among fans, we will be very happy

Germany national team's head coach Joachim Löw said that his team should FIFA World Cup 2014 demonstrate attacking and entertaining football.

«In 2010 we don't won the title of world cup, but the philosophy of the game was inspired by the national team of Germany very many. Remember, what crazy emotions experienced by people after our matches against Argentina and England. If we can achieve a similar mood among fans, we will be very happy,» - said Löw.

Lewandowski: My goal should be to win the high titles

New striker of Bavaria Robert Lewandowski explained his reasons for the transition from Dortmund Borussia the camp of Munich. The fact that the Bavaria it is more likely to win significant titles.

«My goal should be to win the high titles and increase their number. And the best chance to do it I've got it in the Bavaria. I would like to emphasize that the Borussia. I spent a great time that will never forget. But it is time to take the next step,» - Lewandowski said.

Mario Mandzukic not continue playing for Bavaria

Forward of Munich Bavaria Mario Mandzukic not continue playing for his current club.

Became aware of the reasons why the head coach Pep Guardiola decided to part with the Croatian football player. Position due to the conduct of the Spanish professional player before and after the second leg of the semifinals of the Champions League with Real Madrid, losing with a score of 0:4. Then Guardiola said in the locker room enough emotional words, putting all the blame for the defeat on himself. All team players were very touched and Rafinha even wept and hugged Guardiola. And only in Mandzhukicha was a completely different reaction: during a speech coach, he grinned and bared his teeth. In addition, before a training session he indicate Guardiola reacted similarly.

Michael Ballack: I want to say goodbye to the fans

Former Germany Captain Michael Ballack has denied published a day earlier by the German Internet publications with information that he has tentatively scheduled a farewell match June 5, 2013, the city of Leipzig at the Red Bull arena.

«The idea to hold a farewell match is, it's true. Moreover, the issue is quite intense. However, I was surprised after reading reports about the specific date and venue. The fact is that this issue is not yet resolved. When you see the specific information I will report. I want to say goodbye to the fans, but new information is speculative,» - Ballack said.

Tightening of security measures in Germany's stadiums

German football Bundesliga, as well as two top division clubs of Germany have agreed to tighten security measures at stadiums. The leadership of the League and representative 36 36 teams voted for the introduction of strict inspections at the stadium for pyrotechnics, as well as the introduction of limiting sales of tickets to out-of-town fans.

«Professional football is won. All 16 were adopted by a majority vote points. This decision is not against football fans, it's football and its future,» - Bundesliga's President Reinhard Raubol said.

Neuer: With team spirit in Germany everything is in order

Germany goalkeeper Manuel Neuer said in an interview with German media that dominates a team spirit.

Bundesmannsaft, midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger said the national team lacked the spirit that is in Bayern.

«I don't think the team spirit in the Germany team has problems. I don't remember a single player on our team that are not grieved after the defeat of the Italian team at the European Championship 2012 year. All of our players and coaching staff were upset that coming home,» - said Neuer.

Claudio Pizarro: “It was not defined Yet with the future”

Claudio Pizarro attacking Werder, has refused to confirm hearings about the possible returning to Bavaria.

“The only thing, I can tell that on Saturday I will hammer in two goals to Mainz. I yet have not accepted the decision on the future. The question is opened. And in general, I do not discuss a detail of contracts ", – gives of a word of Claudio Pizarro Kreiszeitung. 

Earlier it was informed that Bavaria is ready to offer the Peruvian the two-year contract, and Werder has given Claudio Pizarro time till March, 31st to solve a question on the conclusion of the new agreement.

A safe series of Dortmund Borussia has reached 21st match

Dortmund Borussia in a match of 28th round of the championship of Germany has drawn on the home field with Stuttgart (4:4). Thus, a safe series of Dortmund Borussia has reached 21st match. 

It is the eighth indicator in the history of league. The Bundesliga record – 36 matches without defeats – belongs to Hamburg, informs Infostrada.

Michael Ballack has admitted he turned down the opportunity to play in a farewell game for Germany

The midfielder's international career came to a premature end after a challenge in the 2010 FA Cup final ruled him out of World Cup that summer. Michael Ballack has admitted he turned down the opportunity to play in a farewell game for Germany because of how he was treated by the national side's management. After months of claims by the Germany management that Ballack still had an international future, he was finally offered one last game as a send-off.

"It has nothing to do with pride. It is only logical that I turned down the testimonial because I had been kept waiting for 11 months not knowing where I stood. "If they had been open with me and told me their intentions, then I would have been the last person not to cooperate to find a solution. "It would have been fair to discuss things with me, but that didn't happen.