Spain U21 – Germany U21 Highlights

June 16th, 2009 | by: Nick |

The video speaks for itself, but I must say our U21 would give our senior team a run for their money. I honestly have not seen a German defense so well organized since 1996. There will be at long last no more Huth or Westermann (who in my mind is squarely at fault for dropping points to Finland). Even Metzelder can step aside. Boateng and Höwedes have shown that they are clearly up to snuff. In fact I dare say our senior defensive frailties may have finally been solved! Of course this depends on Löw’s ability to not play stupid games and cap Jérôme Boateng who is eligible for Ghana as soon as possible. Can you believe we almost lost Mesut Özil to Turkey? Anyway, I don’t care what Löw might think we MUST integrate these boys into the senior setup if we want to take home the trophy in South Afrika.

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Horst Hrubesch (in a UEFA interview)

“The most important thing is that we continued to create chances and it’s a draw between two strong teams. If you’d offered me that before the game, I’d have taken it. Özil is hard to describe as a player. He has near perfect skills, can play at pace and play on the left or right. The only thing missing today was a goal but I’m convinced he’ll have a good tournament. He’s an important player for the team and he’s one of the most perfect players I’ve ever had.”

Löw are you listening? You can’t just wait until the 80TH minute to substitute this kid in.
Alex

Geez, do any native Germans play football anymore?
Nick

Just like how the US is the world’s largest economy and attracts immigrants from all backgrounds, Germany is Europe’s. Özil was born, raised, and trained as a GERMAN. He wanted to play for Germany – no one forced his hand. He believes and identifies with the country despite his roots. The exact same things go for Boateng and countless other immigrants. They are not the problem – it is intolerant people who only see difference who are the problem.

Besides the point we are not trying to naturalize anyone at the last possible moment. In fact love it or leave it – just ask Jermaine Jones.
Juliet

Well said, Nick. Germany, like America, can be proud of its diverse citizenry. One point though — Jones does have an American passport. No naturalization needed.
Doc Latin

Having a diverse line up is something to be proud of.

I agree with Nick about integrating players on the senior squad if they deserve it. I see this problem with Italy too. There’s absolutely no reason why players like Aquafresca, Balotelli and Giovinco shouldn’t be playing on the senior squad soon.

Italy/Germany U-21. They dance once again!