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.

Klose: Finish my career in the German national team after the World Cup

34-year-old striker of Lazio and German international Miroslav Klose told about when to announce the conclusion of international career.

«If I'm healthy and I will be in good shape, you want to go to the World Cup-2014. Will I continue to play after Mundial at Club level is a matter solely for my health,» - said Klose.

Klose's goal is to beat the record for number of goals scored Ronaldo in the final stages of the World Championships. At the moment, 14 balls, a German record for Ronaldo is 15 goals.

Robben: I hope the fans will not Bavaria boh me

Bayern Munich winger Arjen Robben before the start of next season dreaming of big victories, according to the German press. 

Recall that in the previous season Dutch midfielder after some failed performances won the fans whistle commands. 

«Bavaria always wants to be the champion of Germany. Especially after two years in a row was stripped of this title. The whistle boh fans, of course, disappointed. But I hope that this will not happen again,» - said Robben.

Klopp: champion of the country are not only the Borussia and Bayern Munich

BV Borussia Dortmund coach Juergen Klopp, in an interview with the German press said what team will compete for the title of champion of the country. 

Klopp called not only to your team and Bayern Munich. 

«Borussia made a fantastic investment for the new season. In the previous year, impressed his playing football Schalke 04. And since then not much has changed. However, Raul, but Gelsenkirchen left it opens doors and Holtby Draksler. Bayer Leverkusen are always on the proper height. So neither for us nor for Bayern's confrontation with these commands in a walk will not,» - said Klopp.

Top prize money from UEFA. Who how many earned

European Championship left the 14 teams, with substantial bonuses. It is clear that the Spaniards and Italians will win, because Spain has already earned € 15.5 million and € 15 million in Italy. In the event of a victory of the Spanish final distribution of prizes will be: € 23 million in Spain and in Italy - €19 mln. In the case of Italy's victory Italians will receive €22,5 million euros, while the Spaniards - € 20 million. 

The rest of the scale of the prize looks like this. 

Top prize money from UEFA: 

3. Germany-€ 16 million 

4. Portugal-€ 15 million 

5. England-€12,5 million 

6. Czech Republic-€ 12 million 

7-8. France and Greece-by €11,5 mln, 

9-10. Croatia and Russia-by €10,5 mln, 

11-12. Ukraine and Denmark-€ 10 million 

13-14. Sweden and Poland – € 10 million 

15-16. the Netherlands and Ireland for € 8 million.

Joachim Low: “Spanish is not as strong”

The Italians are favorites of the finals of Euro-2012, said Chief Germany coach Joachim Löw, immediately after the second semifinal of the European Championship Italy-Germany (0: 2). 

“The Spaniards and Italians have already met in the group stage. The Italians fought then in the account, and attacked. Given the fact that Spanish is not as strong as in 2010, and they attack anyone serious not, for me personally, the Italians will be champions. With regard to us the disastrous match, this is largely my error in choosing players in the starting line-up, as well as in the choice of tactics. After the first goal, we become increasingly fallible and this led to the sad result. But I want to point out that we have a young team, which in the past 15 official games not lost a single match. We leave this tournament to come back stronger for the World Cup,” – said Low.

Gennaro Gattuso: “Mario has crazy talent”

Former Milan and Italy international Gennaro Gattuso in the usual emotional style of the way Mario Balotelli will not celebrate goals. 

“Mario has crazy talent, but it leads me to frenzy when celebrating goals scored. How can you not enjoy a 21 year in such moments? If it will, I'll be happy instead!,” - said Gattuso. 

Recall, this manner of celebrating goals scored for Manchester United legend Eric Cantona.

Peter Schmeichel: “What doing Pirlo today is the Fantastic”

Former Manchester United goalkeeper Peter Schmeichel after the semi-final of Euro 2012 qualifier between Italy and Germany (1: 2) noted game winners midfielder Andrea Pirlo. 

“What doing Pirlo today is the Fantastic. Congratulations to Andrea and Italy in the final,” – said Peter Schmeichel.

Mario Balotelli: “It was the best night of my life”

Italian striker Mario Balotelli shared his emotions after the semi-final of Euro-2012 qualifier against Germany.

"It was the best night of my life. Hope on Sunday to experience even more intense emotions. Want to see Italy won the UEFA Euro-2012, even if I will play in the final. I've waited for this moment. The match was attended by my mom. The finale will be the father. I hope to please everybody and his. Want to score a fourth goal. 

Pass from Cassano? It was a fantastic pass. Only he is capable of such things. I have replaced, because I am very tired. I have even had a cramp. I told coach wait for five minutes, but the replacement was ready. Everything is in order. 

In the run-up to the finals we must remain calm. Spain is a great tournament, but we must play our own football. I will come back to Italy soon? No. I am well in England. There's fans still love me even after I helped Italy to eliminate their national team,” – said Balotelli.

Gianluigi Buffon: “We are still a young team”

The captain of Italy Gianluigi Buffon commented on the result of semi-final of Euro-2012 qualifier against Germany (2: 1). 

“I would define the Italian style as prestigious and unique, so we shouldn't play with fire at the last minute and call into question the result of such a brilliant match. 

If Germany were razed by following any accidental Ricochet, in extra time we lost would have won 2-9. We play at the European Championships and not so easy to make mistakes. We are still a young team, despite a series of age of players. This is normal when old men like me are things like younger partners and force them to think about some things. 

On the eve of this match I could not sleep and prepare for the contender was looking videos of people they celebrated our victory over England. The joy of my skin creeps. Imagine that happening in Italy now ...,” – said Buffon.

Andrea Pirlo: “We want to take the trophy”

Italy midfielder Andrea Pirlo after the semi-final against Germany (2: 1) the own game as well as the shared expectations of the Euro-2012 finals with Spain. 

“I have always tried to play well in matches for the national team, he tried to work for the good of the team.

After the victory at the World Cup we had some problems and we could not have achieved tangible success. Now we come to the final and we want to take the trophy. We have achieved nothing yet. Yes, reached the final, but has not yet won it. And we need to win. Otherwise, it will seem as if we came to Rome, but did not see the Pope. 

In the game against Spain, we must show the same commitment, the same determination and dedication that matches with England and Germany,” – said Pirlo.