Antonio Rudiger has warned against overlooking Germany s chances of emerging victorious at the World Cup in Qatar, declaring: You can never count us out .
Having won the 2014 World Cup, Germany mounted a dismal defence of the trophy four years ago as they crashed out in the group stages in Russia following defeats against Mexico and South Korea.
Germany also suffered a last-16 elimination against England at Euro 2020 – Joachim Low s final match before being replaced by Hansi Flick – leading many onlookers to favour the likes of Brazil, Argentina and France for glory in Qatar.
While Rudiger acknowledges Germany s recent form means Flick s men may not favourites for the tournament, he believes they have the talent to spring a surprise.
Honestly, if we…