Some now speak of a fairy tale to see him back in Germany's team, and hope he and coach Hansi Flick are aware of what lies ahead.Despite the time gone by, the scenes of July 13, 2014 have accompanied the midfielder throughout his life.In the 88th minute, he entered the pitch in Rio de Janeiro with the words from the then-coach Joachim Low: "Show us you are better than Messi."When appointing his 2022 squad, Flick, who was Low's assistant in 2014, spoke of Gotze as "a trump card" he intends to play out when needed and "a genius-like footballer."The pre-tournament friendly against Oman on November 16 might become Gotze's 64th international, and his first since November 2017.As it seems, having to go through dark times made Gotze stronger. Flick said he is in the best shape and able to go over 90 minutes three times a week.The German coach has in mind to use the inspiring midfielder to unlocked packed defenses."He has actions and ideas nobody else has," Flick stated, adding that he has kept close contact with Gotze in recent years.The midfielder has so far remained tight-lipped on his noteworthy return.He silently seems to hope to be seen as one among many in Germany's squad; despite what happened back in 2014 when he made things better than Messi by scoring in the dying minutes of extra time.
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