'In the end, what matters is what you show on the pitch' - Joshua Kimmich knows Germany need results

"It doesn't matter. In the end what matters is what you show on the pitch. There's no guarantee to win titles with the best squad in the world. I remember in 2018 we had one of the best squads in the world, and we all know where that led us."

"What's important is not to have the best squad in the world, but the best team in the world. We're working on that. Everyone should give their all for the team."

"Kimmich seems to understand the importance of Germany's requirement for full buy-in from its roster. The 'team first' mentality and how prevalent it is what will make or break this unit."

The German national team has struggled to instill fear in opponents despite its historical reputation. Kimmich emphasizes that performance on the pitch is what truly matters, not the perceived strength of the squad. He recalls the 2018 team, which was highly regarded but underperformed. Kimmich advocates for a 'team first' mentality, stressing that full commitment from all players is essential for success. The focus should be on building the best team rather than simply having the best individual players.

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