Football fans across Germany are still buzzing about the U17 national team's grit and determination, showcased in their thrilling 4-3 penalty shootout win against France in the recent World Cup final. Coached by Christian Wück, the team's winning spirit was maintained throughout the tournament thanks to various tactics, such as a Panther poster in the dressing room, inspiring the team with its hero's fight against the odds.
MOTIVATIONAL BOOST FROM TONI KROOS
Just before the highly anticipated final, one U17 hero received an extra dose of motivation – this time, from none other than FC Bayern Munich and German national team star Toni Kroos (33)! As a standout U17 player himself during the 2007 World Cup in South Korea, Kroos put in a stellar performance under coach Heiko Herrlich, scoring five goals, only to lose the title to Nigeria 3-1 in the final.
Although Moerstedt wasn't present in South Korea in 2007, he did contribute to the current team's victory in a significant way. Besides setting up one of Germany's goals against France, he himself scored during the tense penalty shootout, securing him a title that even the trophy-collecting Toni Kroos hasn't won.
Key Takeaways:
- Toni Kroos, a German U17 star in 2007, offered motivational support to one of the current team's young players before their World Cup final victory.
- Despite losing to Nigeria in the final in 2007, Toni Kroos' outstanding performance at the time earned him recognition as the tournament's best player with five goals.
- U17 star Max Moerstedt contributed to the victory by setting up a goal and scoring in the penalty shootout – a feat that surpasses even Toni Kroos' 2007 World Cup accomplishments.
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