Norway 0 Germany 3: World champions start their defence as Thomas Muller nets brace in easy victory
GERMANY began the defence of their 2014 World Cup triumph with a ruthless victory over Norway.
The defending champions were in control throughout as goals from Thomas Muller and Joshua Kimmich secured the three points.
Muller netted twice as Germany dominated the game in Norway IMAGE: AP:Associated PressThe German’s were ruthless as they easily carved through the home defence IMAGE: AP:Associated Press
Joachim Low‘s side took just 16 minutes to break the deadlock, Muller typically being in the right place at the right time to score on the rebound.
And they never let up possession as they dominated the first period, Bayern youngster Kimmich scoring a magnificent solo effort after a mazy run – his first for his country.
Norway didn’t have a shot to trouble Manuel Neuer in the 90 minutes, and were further punished on the hour mark as Muller added his second.
Kimmich smashes home his first international goal IMAGE: Getty Images
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