Ozil set to return to Germany’s starting line-up

Mesut Ozil produced a “great reaction” to being dropped for Germany’s 2-1 win over Sweden and is in contention to start against South Korea on Wednesday, according to Joachim Low. Ozil paid the price for a disappointing display in Germany’s surprise 2-0 defeat to Mexico, as Low left him on the bench last Saturday in Sochi.

Toni Kroos’ last-gasp winner ensured Germany head into their final Group F outing in a much stronger position than had looked likely in a contest in which Die Mannschaft came from behind despite having Jerome Boateng sent off. But Ozil could find himself back in the starting eleven in Kazan on Wednesday, with Low praising him for his response to being left out.

“After the match against Sweden, Ozil showed a great reaction in training, as I expected from all who didn’t play. Therefore, all are an option for tomorrow. I think we have 18 players available. Sebastian Rudy won’t be able to play, that’s still a few days early as he broke his nose in multiple places. He could have a mask, but that wouldn’t make sense. All other 18 players are available aside from Jerome.”

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