Germany cautious of Brazil's desire to win for Neymar

July 7, 2014

The Bayern Munich midfielder told reporters that Brazil would be determined to win for the forward, who suffered a fractured vertebra in the Selecao's 2-1 victory over Colombia Friday, reports IANS.

"We're all sad that Neymar can't play, it's always better when the opponents have all their best players on the pitch," Schweinsteiger said.

"It will bring the (Brazil) team together and they'll want to win the title for him."
Tuesday's clash at the Mineirao stadium will be the teams' first since the 2002 World Cup final, which Brazil won 2-0 courtesy of a Ronaldo brace.

"They have two coaches who have won the title already, they have the home advantage and players with individual class," Schweinsteiger said.

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