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The RB Leipzig forward was one of Germany's stars at last year's Confederations Cup and will be out to impress at an even bigger event in Russia

The winger has had an excellent season for Manchester City but has looked uncomfortable when asked to play a completely different role for his country

Failure to qualify, untimely injuries and unfortunate snubs mean some of the finest talent on the planet will be absent from a Russian showpiece

The 2014 winners are looking to defend their title in Russia and Joachim Low had many tough decisions to make as he chose his final panel

Joachim Low's men are second-favourites to win the tournament after lifting the trophy in 2014 and will be the team to beat in Russia this time around

The reigning champions have opted against taking a Premier League title winner with them to Russia, but Manuel Neuer is included after injury issues

Goal rounds up some of the most exciting World Cup 2018 group stage fixtures – including Spain vs Portugal and England vs Belgium

Our tipster is backing the world champions to claim a comfortable victory against Franco Foda's in-form hosts in Saturday's international friendly

The attention will be on the big stars in Russia this summer, but the men in the dugouts will play a significant role, too

As we near ever closer to the finals in Russia, Goal takes a look at the youngest players to have represented their countries at the tournament

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The former midfield star accepts that it will be a gamble if the Bayern shot-stopper travels to Russia 2018 after such a long lay-off