Flu Virus Hit Germany Camp Ahead of France Cracker

Seven Germany players are suffering from flu symptoms, ahead of Friday’s World Cup last-4 match against France.

Coach Joachim Low has refused to name the affected players, but said most had “throat aches”.
The coach however is yet to announce his starting line-up against ‘Les Bleus’ saying: “It’s two early to make any final decisions.”

Seven Germany Players Suffer With Flu Symptoms. Image: Fifa via Getty Image.

Low believes journey across Brazil, and different climate zones for their four matches so far has taken its toll on his players.

He added: “It’s not all that bad at the moment. I don’t want to dramatise it.”
Mat Hummels missed Monday’s second round win over Algeria through illness, while Christoph Kramer had also suffered with illness earlier in the week.