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Flick omits Reus, recalls Goetze for World Cup campaign

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FRANKFURT: Borussia Dortmund captain Marco Reus bas been omitted by head coach Hansi Flick from Germany’s squad for the World Cup, while 2014 World Cup hero Mario Goetze makes a shock return. “We’re looking forward to seeing him,” Flick said of 30-year-old Goetze, who last played for Germany five years ago. “We have a very good squad we can take with us” Flick said on Thursday in Frankfurt.

Flick also selected uncapped duo Werder Bremen striker Niklas Fuellkrug and 17-year-old Dortmund forward Youssoufa Moukoko. While Moukoko has represented his country at junior level, this is the first time Fuellkrug, 29, will don a Germany shirt. “He is someone who is constantly trying to improve” Flick said of Fuellkrug, “he gives the team the confidence that anything is possible.” Alongside Reus, there were several high-profile absences in the squad, including Reus’ Dortmund teammate Mats Hummels and Inter Milan wing-back Robin Gosens.

Former Chelsea striker Timo Werner was ruled out in early November due to a leg injury. Goalkeeper Manuel Neuer has overcome recent shoulder issues to be named captain, while his veteran Bayern Munich teammate Thomas Mueller has been included despite a back issue which has restricted his appearances since late September.

Flick confirmed Reus would miss the tournament due to an ankle problem he suffered in September. Reus, 33, missed the 2014 World Cup due to a foot injury picked up in the last friendly before leaving for South America, while he was also cut for the 2016 Euros due to fitness issues.

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