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#3 Toni Kroos
Kroos is known for his passing accuracy, vision, technique and ability to set up goals. He is dynamic and hardworking, having the ability in several midfield positions. Kroos has been part of Real Madrid's side which has won the Champions League 3 consecutive times in last 3 seasons.
Kroos is the fulcrum of Germany's midfield due to his ability to break up play, retain possession and create chances for teammates. For his excellent performance in 2014 World Cup, Kroos was named on the shortlist for FIFA's Golden Ball award for the tournament's best player.
He has to dominate the midfield, keep the ball from the opposition and provide the perfect ball for the German attackers in the opposition's area in the World Cup. Toni Kroos influence in the game would be one of the X factor for Germany to retain the World Cup.
