DOHA, Nov. 25 (Xinhua) — German striker Kai Havertz mentioned on Friday that everybody has to “pull their weight” if their nation is to keep away from one other shock exit from the World Cup finals.
Germany’s shock defeat to Japan on Tuesday implies that defeat to Spain on Sunday will nearly actually see the four-time World Cup winners crash out of the group stage for the second time in succession – a large blow to a facet often competing for the title.
The Chelsea participant admitted the gamers and coach had cleared the air after the defeat with a “fruitful exchange of views.”
“I felt angry at our performance. Sooner or later, that gives way to a more clear or objective view that will be replaced by anticipation.”
“We have analyzed the game very well and seen our shortcomings and the areas we need to get better in,” he defined. “Now we have to approach Spain as a true team and put our foot on the accelerator,” he commented whereas refusing to be intimidated by Spain’s spectacular 7-0 win over Costa Rica of their opening match on Thursday.
“Everyone needs to pull their weight and get back to a positive stride. A 7-0 win is a clear signal and we have great respect for the Spain team, we know they have quality but will we hide? Not at all.”
“We just need to put it on the pitch. Now is the time to speak to each other and tell each other the truth and that is what makes the team stronger. In the end, we have good personalities and like to talk to each other face-to-face. Now we are in a bad moment but that can switch around quite fast. It can be the turning point for us,” he insisted.