André Schürrle Sets Sights on World Cup Glory as Germany Prepares to Face France
By BBC Sport Staff
As Germany prepares to face France in the highly anticipated World Cup quarter-final on Friday, Chelsea midfielder André Schürrle has made his intentions clear: winning the tournament is the only acceptable outcome.
Speaking at a press conference ahead of the clash, Schürrle emphasized the high expectations placed on the German team. “When you participate in a World Cup with Germany, you are expected to win it. We didn’t come here just to participate. We have big ambitions and we believe in the final victory even more because we are in the top 8,” he said.
Schürrle, who has scored 14 goals in 36 appearances for the German national team, played a key role in Germany’s emphatic 2-1 victory over Algeria in the round of 16, scoring both goals in a memorable performance. Fans will be hoping he can replicate that impact against France.
The midfielder’s confident remarks come amid a backdrop of some internal tension within the French camp. Last week, French coach Didier Deschamps publicly criticized Bacary Sagna and Morgan Schneiderlin for openly admitting that not winning the World Cup would be a disappointment — comments the coach felt put undue pressure on the team.
Germany, the reigning champions of three World Cups (1954, 1974, and 1990), approach the match with a proud legacy and a squad determined to add a fourth title to their history. With momentum on their side and star players in form, Schürrle and his teammates are firmly focused on lifting the trophy in Brazil.
Friday’s quarter-final is shaping up to be a thrilling contest between two footballing powerhouses — with Schürrle’s ambition encapsulating the competitive spirit driving Germany forward in their quest for World Cup glory.
