Germany head coach Julian Nagelsmann has given some special praise to midfielder Toni Kroos, who made his return in the 2-0 win over France.
The Real Madrid star needed just a few seconds to make an impact as he grabbed the assist for Florian Wirtz's opening goal.
The four-time world champions went on to secure the win thanks to Kai Havertz' strike in the 49th minute.
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Naglesmann was full of praise for the veteran midfielder's performance and the effect he has on the players' around him.
"A big compliment to the team. The first 25 minutes were very, very good," Nagelsmann said after the game, as per Buli News.
"In the second half we improved again. I'm also very, very happy with the way we defended.
"It was a great game.
"Toni Kroos was incredible. He set the pace and worked incredibly hard. He gives the other players so much confidence.
Germany legend and sporting director Rudi Voller was also pleased with the World Cup winner's return.
"This win was well deserved. We were confident in the second half, he added.
"It was really good. The return of Toni Kroos was important, he did an unbelievable job right from the start."
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