Kroos dreaming of World Cup spot

Germany coach Joachim Loew has selected 30 players to take part in the three-day check-up, including Kroos who scored once and set up two other goals in Leverkusen's 3-0 win over Hoffenheim on Sunday which kept them top of the Bundesliga.

"I never expected this invitation to the performance test. That is why I am surprised," the 20-year-old midfielder told the German soccer federation website on Monday.

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