Germany defeated Azerbaijan 4-0 almost a year ago and such a result is what Tuesday’s home fans are expecting to witness one more time although the Germans didn’t put up the best of performances against Belgium. Making some few comments, Coach Joachim Löw told the media ahead of the Germany vs Azerbaijan Euro 2012 qualifying encounter:
“Winning against Belgium was important. The team showed good spirit. In the first half, we needed time to get off the ground. That was better after the break. Now, we’re happy to have a home game against Azerbaijan.”
Striker Lucas Podolski is also keen to feature against Azerbaijan. The forward revealed his intentions in an interview with Bild, stating:
“I’m totally aware that my performance against Belgium wasn’t impressive at all. But, it is very hard for the coach to exclude me from the starting lineup when I’m at my best.
“I know that the German squad has got some exciting talent coming through who can very well play in my position. However, I’ve already shown in the past during big tournaments that I always perform at the right moment. I will continue to do so in future, starting with the match against Azerbaijan.”
Azerbaijan currently have no point in Group A having played no match. Germany, meanwhile, share the top spot with Turkey who edged them on goal difference.
