Howedes: Germany must prove themselves all over again

Germany defender Benedikt Howedes has insisted the world champions must prove themselves again if they are to secure qualification for Russia 2018.

Joachim Low's side, who exited Euro 2016 in the semi-finals, have been draw in Group C for the World Cup qualifying campaign, alongside the Czech Republic, Northern Ireland, Norway, Azerbaijan and minnows San Marino.

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