THOMAS MUEllER
Bayern Munich midfielder Thomas Mueller is another versatile player whose style of play makes him hard to figure out. Mueller can play on the flanks but he can also roam as a “false nine.” That’s where he is probably at his most dangerous.
Relatively unknown internationally before the 2010 World Cup, Mueller made his name in South Africa, where he was the top scorer with five goals and three assists. He was also named the tournament’s best young player. Still only 24, Mueller is already a mature player, having won everything there was to win with Bayern in the past two seasons.
MARIO GOETZE
Mario Goetze is the product of Germany’s exemplary youth programs and has gone through all junior selections. A 22-year-old attacking midfielder, Goetze is considered the country’s most promising and exciting talent. He helped Borussia Dortmund win two consecutive Bundesliga championships
Goetze’s pace, vision and dribbling skills, in addition to his scoring, have drawn comparisons to some of the game’s greats, such as Diego Maradona or lionel Messi. The World Cup could be an occasion for Goetze to prove he is worthy of the praise.
MARCO REUS
Once dubbed “Rolls Reus” for his pace, Marco Reus was voted Germany’s player of the year at the end of the 2011-12 season, when he also left Borussia Moenchengladbach to return to childhood club Borussia Dortmund.
Reus is a fast and goal-scoring midfielder who has tremendous pace with the ball. He is also a big threat from set pieces, with excellent shooting technique. He is able to shoot and score with both feet.