Low relishing England test

Germany coach satisfied to secure win over Ghana

Low: Looking forward to England meeting

The round of 16 game (against England) will be a class encounter, we are looking forward to it. It's going to be a special game, there is so much history between us.

Joachim Low
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Germany coach Joachim Low is expecting a 'class encounter' against England after his side beat Ghana 1-0 to claim top spot in Group D.

Mesut Ozil's thumping second-half goal at Soccer City was enough to secure pole position in the group for Germany and set up a Sunday date with old rivals England in Bloemfontein.
England had appeared set to avoid a clash with their familiar foes until the USA snatched first place in Group C thanks to a last-gasp win over Algeria.
Low admits the encounter with Ghana was a tense affair and he is now looking forward to the weekend meeting with Fabio Capello's England side.

Intense

"This was an incredibly intense game and not many things worked out for us," said Low. "We could have made more out of our opportunities.
"We were not very precise up front. But I can't blame my young players, there was a lot of pressure, we had to win, but ultimately we have now reached the next stage.
"The round of 16 game (against England) will be a class encounter, we are looking forward to it.
"It's going to be a special game, there is so much history between us.
"It's a team with many excellent players and a lot of experience. (Wayne) Rooney can explode any time, we'll have a tough job."

Ozil annoyed

Werder Bremen playmaker Ozil had missed a great chance to put Germany ahead in the first half, but always remained confident he could score against Ghana.
"I could have already made it 1-0 in the first half, so I was a bit annoyed with myself," said Ozil.
"I was disappointed, but I knew that I would score a goal."
Low was also quick to stress his belief in Ozil, commenting: "I told him in the half-time break - you've still got a goal in you."

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