Joachim Loew will reach his 100th match in charge of the German National team against Italy next week but is optimistic of clinching the 2014 summer World cup to be hosted by Brazil.
The 53-year-old replaced Jurgen Klinsmann in July 2006 and since then he took Germany to the final of Euro 2008 before semi-final places at the World cup 2010 and Euro 2012 respectively.
Loew admits he is happy to reach a century of matches in charge of the Nationaleif but he maintains he is eager to beef up his legacy with the national team by adding a trophy as he makes final mobilisations for the World cup in Brazil.
“More important than this around number for me is that I still coach with the same joy, energy and motivation with the national team as I did in my first international game as a head coach more than seven years ago against Sweden,” he told reporters.
“The anniversary is an occasion for me to thank you for the trust and support in recent years, especially DFB president Woifgang Niersbach, Hansi Flick, Andreas Kopke, Oliver Bierhoff and Urs Siegenthaler.
“Of course I would also like to thank the players and the entire group behind the team, who together we have big goals.
“It is great that we continue on our past together.”
The Nationaleif will play Italy on November 15 in Milan, then travel to England on the 19th, and the coach is happy about both fixtures.
“Italy are tactically world class, and the national team still plays at a high level.The Italians are characterised by their cleverness and efficiency,” he said.
“To play against the Azzurri was our desire, because we can only develop if we face strong opponents,” he added.
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