World Cup 2018: 3 reasons why Germany were sent packing by South Korea

#1 Lack of firepower up front

Muller has failed to find the back of the net in over 270 minutes in Russia.

The Germans have struggled to replace their most prolific goalscorer in their World Cup history, Miroslav Klose. Unfortunately for Die Mannschaft, despite his presence - as part of the coaching staff - on the bench, he could not be called upon to make the difference.

He has also failed to impart his goalscoring knowledge to the newcomer in the German ranks - Timo Werner. With Werner the only out and out striker and an ageing Mario Gomez an option from the bench, the problems in the attacking aspect of things for the holders have been well documented.

Joachim Low hoped that with Muller and Rues playing in behind the striker, his side would be able to find a way past the opposition, if not by the presence of quality goal-scorers, by the sheer power of will.

Despite his side creating a whole host of chances in the three games with 28, 18, and 28 shots registered in the three group stage games, their inability to find the back of the net cost them dearly.

Just 2 goals from an attempted 74 shots highlight the shocking lack of firepower in the German ranks to make the difference in front of goal.