WHAT HAPPENED? Ozil took time to greet three members of the opposing team ahead of the clash between the two teams on Tuesday. The quotes come amid crisis in Germany, with Hansi Flick having been sacked following a 4-1 defeat at the hands of Japan. They have lost their last 3 matches, and were also defeated by Poland and Colombia.

WHAT THEY SAID: According to Sport journalist Patrick Berger, Ozil said: “I really like the player Wirtz, I think his name is Wirtz. I think the way he plays is amazing. I also really like Kimmich. He's a bit like the general of the German team. He does everything well. He can play on the right wing, playing with six people. He is a leader. 

“Leroy Sané is also good. Despite his ups and downs, he is still an excellent striker. He always wants to put pressure on his opponents. 

THE BIGGER PICTURE: Griezman is one of the most experienced members of the French squad and has 122 caps for his country, scoring 43 goals. If he plays against Germany, he will join Arsenal legend Thierry Henry as the fourth most-capped French player of all time. 

WHAT IS NEXT? The friendly match between the world champions and Germany will take place on Tuesday.