Tips:
Germany did not come heavily armed in Russia, and this was felt in its opening match against Australia. Widely favorites on the paper, world champions have imposed themselves, but with difficulty (3-2). The formulation, specific to football, is easy but must resonate in the German heads: the important thing was the three points. With only Kimmich, Mustafi and Draxler as top players, Germany will have to tear to go to the end. The first test will take place on Thursday night, against Chile, which started drum beating against Cameroon (2-0). Can the German world champions fall?With 62% of possession and 16 shots, Chileans got their hands on Cameroon when they entered the competition (2-0).
Chile has lost only 3 of its last 14 official meetings, for 9 victories and 2 draws.
Against Australia, though far from impressive on paper, the world champions were hot despite the success (2-3). The warning before the sentence?
Alexis Sanchez started on the bench against Cameroon. Probably holder for this shock, alongside Vargas and Vidal, the Gunner, physically ready, could hurt a most redesigned Germany.In front of Australia, it was announced an easy entry to Germany, which nevertheless gone to win (3-2). With a team of two, the world champions are no longer afraid. We play double chances: Chile victory or draw, as in 11 of the last 14 official meetings of South Americans.
Match Details:
Confederations Cup : Germany vs Chile
22 June, Thursday
Krestovsky Stadium , 15:00 GMT