Timo Werner may still be waiting for his first goal in Russia but the Germany forward insists “no money in the world” can replace representing his country at a World Cup.
The RB Leipzig forward has started for Joachim Low’s side in their two Group F fixtures, though he failed to find the net against Mexico and Sweden.
However, Werner did play a key role in Germany’s thrilling 2-1 victory over Sweden in Sochi, winning a free-kick in stoppage time that led to Toni Kroos’ match-winning strike.
While keen to break his duck at the tournament, the 22-year-old’s main concern is making sure the reigning champions progress through to the knockout stages.
“As a striker you want to score, but this is my first World Cup and I’ve experienced walking into the stadium twice now and no money in the world can replace that.
“I’ve played in the Champions League, but it still doesn’t compare.