World Cup 2018: Germany looks set for a successful title defence

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Werner looks like getting the nod for the striker's role

For a nation that has had the likes of Gerd Müeller, Jürgen Klinsmann, Rudi Völler, Karl-Heinz Rummenigge and others, the current Germany side lacks a truly world-class striker.

The archpriest of the Raumdeuter ( a player who is skilled at using space more effectively than others) style, Thomas Müller(Bayern Munich) will be looking to add to the 10 goals he has already scored at the World Cup in 2010 and 2014.

Competing with him for a place in Germany’s starting XI will be RB Leipzig’s trio Timo Werner whose pace and intelligence will be an asset for the team especially in the tight games.

The most experienced striker in the team but also the one least likely to start, VfB Stuttgart’s Mario Gomez is a surprise inclusion in the team.

This German side has a few weak spots (fullbacks and the striking position) but as is usual with them, expect the collective cohesion and individual quality to see the team go far at the World Cup. It would be foolish to bet against them retaining the trophy