Germany coach Joachim Loew has at his disposal most of the players that won the 2014 World Cup final in Rio de Janeiro. Since qualifying, Germany has lost friendly games to France, England and most recently Slovakia in Augsburg, while beating Italy and Hungary. Germany’s quest for a record fourth European title, only two years after winning a fourth World Cup, begins on Sunday against Ukraine in Lille. Germany has yet to lose in five games, including four competitive matches, against Ukraine. Qualification for Euro 2016 was not straightforward, with a laboured win over Scotland followed by a loss to Poland and a draw against Ireland.

Source: Hindustan Times June 10, 2016 11:03 UTC