Muller eyes world cup glory over golden boot

Thomas Muller

Germany midfielder Thomas Muller says becoming a world champion is a bigger priority than winning the Golden boot, reports DailyMail. Joechm Low's men cruised to a comfortable 4-0 victory over Portugal In which Muller grabbed a hat trick, but the 24-year old insists he has set his sights firmly on the World Cup glory.

Having won the coveted prize In the 2010 edition in South Africa, notching-up 5 goals in 6 appearances he is in strong contention for repeating it, having racked-up 3 goals in 2 group games. "I won the golden boot four years ago and, to be honest, I wouldn't know where to put another one," he joked at a press conference.

"It is never my goal to be the top scorer but rather the world champion. Of course, its nice to see your name at the top, but thats no big deal. There is another title which is far more valuable". He further stated," A hat-trick at the world cup doesn't happen every day, but I have a good run at the world cup and hopefully help the team in lifting the trophy".

The boisterous attacker has made 50 appearances for the Die Mannschaft with 20 goals to his name.