Some would say that Jurgen Klinsmann has now proved himself a tactician of the game as Germany pulled out its victory over Poland from the jaws of a very drab stalemate. 2nd half substitutes, David Odonkor and Oliver Neuville combined in the dying moments over a deflated 10-man Polish side—unfortunately, Poland is the first to be gutted and eliminated from Germany 2006.

The Dagger says that Klinsmann needs to rethink his first team selection and tactics if he is to lead Germany past more renowned opponents. Once again, Germany showed its inconsistent form as they were a far cry from their 4-2 victory over Costa Rica. Against Poland, Germany looked lost of ideas and fell apart in-front of goal (Klose’s missed headers and Podolski’s glaring miss from close range). 

Lahm has proved most influential in the attacking play of Germany. And, while it is great to see your defensive back get involved in the attack, Germany need to have their more illustrious players take charge and impose themselves upon the game.

Moreover, I have never understood the German insistence and faith in Bernd Schneider—I thought he had finally proved enough of his ineffectiveness in Korea 2002—and believe that he will prove a spoiler once again. Also, one wonders about the exclusion of Kevin Kuranyi, who I believe has proved himself more adapt and consistent at scoring important goals than Podolski.

The jury is still out—the nation is waiting…

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