The reigning world champions will kick-off their defence of that 2014 World Cup triumph in Brazil four years ago against the Mexicans at the very stadium they hope to be lifting the famed trophy for the second time in succession: the Luzhniki Stadium. A total of seven matches stand in the way of Joachim Low's men before they can lift the trophy once again, and they were hard at work on Saturday ahead of their group F opener....read
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Julian Draxler came off the bench for the final 14 minutes but with his side down to 10 men following Marco Verratti's red card, he was unable to alter the final outcome.
LUKE AUGUSTUS AT THE O2 ARENA: A plethora of superstar Premier League players were in attendance on Thursday night at the O2 Arena as the NBA rolled into London.
Nine points clear of rivals Monaco and Lyon at the top of Ligue 1, spirits were high in PSG training as star striker Kylian Mbappe joked around with German team-mate Julian Draxler.
The Gunners have been long-term admirers of the 24-year-old German international, who has struggled for regular football since arriving in Paris last January.
Here, Sportsmail takes a look at 10 players who may use the January transfer window to salvage their place at the World Cup in Russia next summer.
Paris Saint-Germain are determined to get back on track in the remaining matches before the winter break in Ligue 1, according to the club's German winger Julian Draxler.
PSG star Julian Draxler has emerged as a January transfer target for Liverpool as the midfielder slips down the pecking order in Paris. Liverpool have already 'made contact' with PSG.
Sanchez was keen on a summer move to Manchester City, however a deadline day £60m transfer fell through when Arsenal were unable to bring in Monaco's Thomas Lemar as a replacement.
Julian Draxler believes Paris Saint-Germain must prove their big-club credentials by backing up their huge spending with trophies.
Julian Draxler may have been linked with a move away from Paris Saint-Germain during the summer transfer window But the German seems happy enough with life in the French capital.
Julian Draxler will stay at Paris Saint-Germain this summer despite the incoming arrival of Kylian Mbappe, according to Germany manager Joachim Low.
Head coach Joachim Low does not want to risk the absence of three attacking options, all nursing minor knocks, when his side return to competitive action for Sunday's World Cup qualifier in Azerbaijan.
Paris Saint-Germain closed the gap on league leaders Monaco to three points on Sunday after coming from behind to beat Lyon 2-1 at the Parc des Princes..
Paris Saint-Germain hold a 4-0 lead going into the last-16 second-leg Champions League clash with Barcelona thanks to goals from Julian Draxler, Edinson Cavani and two from Angel di Maria.
After a hard-fought win on a football pitch more mud than grass, there are few things more warming and enjoyable than a warm, well-made pizza. This is true for amateurs and professionals alike.
PSG new boy Julian Draxler appears to be settling down to life in Paris by touring around the city following his £34million move to France.
23-year-old German international Julian Draxler has become the latest player to go through a traditional initiation at a new club and the latest to make a fool of himself.
Paris Saint-Germain manager Unai Emery has heaped praised on Julian Draxler after the German capped off his debut with a goal. The German moved from Wolfsburg in a £34m move on Tuesday.
Germany winger Julian Draxler marked his Paris Saint-Germain debut with a fine goal as the French Cup holders thrashed Bastia 7-0 to reach the fourth round on Saturday.
Julian Draxler appears to be getting to grips with life in Paris as the £34 million signing trained with his teammates on a chilly Friday morning at the Camp des Loges training centre.
Paris Saint Germain newboys Julian Draxler and Giovani Lo Celso enjoyed winning debuts as both featured in the club's routine friendly win over Tunisian side Club Africain on Wednesday night.
With the January transfer window just days away, Premier League clubs are ramping up their efforts to bolster their squad. Follow the latest throughout the day with Sportsmail's JOHN DOWNES.
Draxler, who had been a long-time target of Arsenal, has signed a four-and-a-half year deal with Paris Saint-Germain - committing his future to the French club until 2021.
Arsenal target Julian Draxler has finally completed his expected move to Paris Saint-Germain from Wolfsburg. The Germany international has penned a four-and-a-half year deal.
Arsenal target Julian Draxler is poised to join Paris St Germain. His club Wolfsburg want £34million for the 23-year-old who has asked to leave the Bundesliga side.
The 23-year-old midfielder played 90 minutes for Wolfsburg and set up the winner for Jeffrey Bruma against Frankfurt just a week after the playmaker was told he would not play for the club again.
As the January transfer window draws ever closer, Premier League clubs up and down the country are preparing for what could be a crucial month. Sportsmail brings you all the latest transfer news.
Julian Draxler finds himself at the centre of a media storm after his efforts to leave Wolfsburg in January. But will the £30m-rated star find a new club that is big enough for him?
Premier League target Julian Draxler could be set for a January move away from current side Wolfsburg as reports in Germany suggest he will not play for the club again.
The Premier League season is just over a third of the way through its fixtures and the clock is already ticking towards the January transfer window.
Wolfsburg playmaker Julian Draxler has reaffirmed his desire to leave the Bundesliga club after being booed by his own fans at the weekend.
Julian Draxler will not be leaving Wolfsburg in January transfer window, according to the club's sporting director Klaus Allofs. Draxler has been linked with Arsenal and PSG.
Julian Draxler hit out at Wolfsburg after he was denied a transfer last summer despite publicly stating his desire to leave. Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain are among those interested in the winger.
CHRIS WHEELER IN HANNOVER: Julian Draxler and Sami Khedira scored in the first 17 minutes of Tuesday's World Cup qualifier as Germany maintained their perfect start in Group C.
Julian Draxler says he was denied the chance to find another club during the transfer window after his move was blocked by Wolfsburg. Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain were interested in him.
The German international, who has been linked with Arsenal this summer, revealed his frustration at Wolfsburg, confirming he wants to leave the club this transfer window.
The winger has been a long-time target for the Gunners but, rather than move abroad last summer, the 22-year-old opted to remain in Germany and switched from boyhood club Schalke to Wolfsburg.
Hello and welcome to Sportsmail's live coverage of the summer transfer window where we'll keep you up to date with all the latest comings and goings from the Premier League and around Europe.
Wolfsburg star Julian Draxler's hopes of sealing a move to Arsenal this summer remain slim after the German outfit's sporting director Klaus Allofs insisted he will '100 per cent' stay at the club.
MATT BARLOW AT THE STADE PIERRE-MAUROY: Germany booked their place in the last eight at Euro 2016 after Jerome Boateng, Mario Gomez and Julian Draxler saw off Slovakia.
Germany stars Mesut Ozil and Julian Draxler were in high spirits after helping their team to make a winning start to Euro 2016 on Sunday.
Germany international and current Wolfsburg winger Julian Draxler has revealed he regrets not joining Italian champions Juventus at the start of the season.
Julian Draxler scored twice as Wolfsburg took a big step towards reaching the quarter-finals of the Champions League with a 3-2 victory over Gent in the first leg of their last-16 tie on Wednesday.
Manchester United may be wondering why they didn't pursue Wolfsburg's young attacker Julian Draxler with more energy when he left Schalke in the summer, after he was instrumental in beating them.
The transfer deadline is edging ever closer, with Bank Holiday Monday signalling the final day for clubs around Europe to conclude their business in the summer window.
Germany international Julian Draxler has left his hometown club Schalke after 14 years to join Wolfsburg on a five-year contract in a record transfer for the Ruhr Valley club.
Julian Draxler's expected departure from Schalke has taken a twist with Wolfsburg emerging as a possible destination for the Germany international.
CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST: Serie A champions Juventus are poised to complete the signing of Schalke attacking midfielder Julian Draxler, according the reports in Italy.
Juventus are weighing up a potential move for Tottenham playmaker Christian Eriksen following Arturo Vidal's transfer to Bayern Munich, according to reports in Denmark.
CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST: Juventus are poised for a double swoop, as they close in on Chelsea's Brazilian star Ramires and long-term Arsenal target Julian Draxler.
Manchester City midfielder Samir Nasri is back under consideration at Juventus. The Champions League finalists are waiting on a deal for Julian Draxler from Schalke but have Nasri in mind.
Julian Draxler is edging closer to finally leaving Schalke after the Bundesliga club's sporting director Horst Heldt confirmed that the player is in talks over a move to Juventus.
CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST With their mercurial midfielder Arturo Vidal edging towards Bayern Munich, Juventus are moving quickly to snap up Julian Draxler from Schalke.
Schalke midfielder Julian Draxler will not be going anywhere during the January transfer window, according to the club's chairman Clemens Tonnies.
Schalke 04 attacking midfielder Julian Draxler will be out for the rest of the year after picking up a thigh injury in their 1-0 win over Augsburg on Friday, the club said on Saturday.
The Schalke 04 academy that produced World Cup winners including Manuel Neuer, Mesut Ozil and more is already restocking the Germany national team with their next generation of stars.
Julian Draxler is hoping to attract the attention of clubs such as Arsenal again once he sorts out his form at German club Schalke.
German midfielder Julian Draxler maintains he will stay at Schalke next season, having turned down the chance to join Arsenal in January.
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Benedikt Howedes and Julian Draxler were both back in training on Wednesday morning just hours after being involved in a car accident during a Mercedes film shoot.
PHIL DUNCAN: Formula One driver Nico Rosberg and two of Germany's World Cup squad have been involved in a car accident during a promotional shoot at their World Cup training base on Tuesday which left two people in hospital.
THE TRANSFER COLUMN: There has been an intriguing fall-out from Inter Milan’s latest attempt to prise Bacary Sagna away from Arsenal, with suggestions in Italy that the experienced right-back may remain in the Barclays Premier League but not at The Emirates.
ROB SHEPHERD: Arsenal’s hopes of signing Julian Draxler in the summer could be dashed by Real Madrid. Gunners boss Arsene Wenger insisted he would not pay 'over the top' for the 20-year-old after the fee moved up to £37m. Real Madrid are keen on Luis Suarez but his new deal means his release clause stands at a whopping 100m euros.
Schalke chairman Clemens Tonnies hopes he can convince Julian Draxler to stay another year with his club, although he knows he will leave eventually.
Schalke have admitted they turned down a 'decent' bid for Julian Draxler last week, but have suggested it wasn't from Arsenal. They seemed to have missed the boat, with Bayern Munich primed to take Draxler at the end of the season.
A selection of Arsenal fans have voiced their disapproval that another transfer window closed without their owners spending to boost their stuttering title hopes.
While a loan move for Kim Kallstrom may not inspire most fans like the 20-year-old would have, he could rejuvenate the Gunners' title challenge more so than Julian Draxler.
Kim Kallstrom has passed his medical at Arsenal ahead of a shock deadline day move - and they could also land Miroslav Klose. The 31-year-old Spartak Moscow man is hopeful of securing a move ahead of the Gunners' weekend clash against Crystal Palace.
Former Arsenal and England defender Martin Keown answers YOUR questions once again in this week's brilliant #TackleKeown.
Arsenal were rushing to complete a £37million swoop for Schalke sensation Julian Draxler on Wednesday night.
Arsene Wenger is keen to tie up a deal for France attacking midfielder Yoann Gourcuff this week. The Arsenal boss is a long-term admirer of the 27-year-old.
The January transfer window closes at 11pm on Friday. As the deadline approaches, Sportsmail gives you a rundown on the business likely to be done.
ROB SHEPHERD: Luke Shaw could become English football's most expensive defender as soon as this week. Manchester City, Manchester United and Chelsea are all hovering around the left back - who could yet break into England’s World Cup squad.
Arsenal have moved a step closer to taking Schalke's Julian Draxler to the club with a deal expected to be finalised this weekend as Arsene Wenger's moves to consolidate his best chance of winning the Premier League title since his Invincible team of 2003-04.
Arsenal are closing in on the signing of Schalke's Julian Draxler. As Sportsmail revealed earlier this month, the forward is emerging as a top target for Arsene Wenger.
Arsenal's attempt to lure Julian Draxler from Schalke is not going to happen this month despite a £35million package being offered to the Germans.
Arsene Wenger has given his clearest indication yet that he will sign a new deal at Arsenal. The Frenchman has repeatedly stalled on agreeing a new three-year contract.
Lineker's son George wears his dad's 1986 World Cup shirt and Maradona becomes Colombia fan
England - Colombia: THINGS YOU MISSED
Gerrard takes charge of first match as Rangers manager in behind-closed-doors friendly win over TNS
Rangers overcame Welsh champions 3-1
Henderson consoles dejected Rodriguez in the dugout... shortly after injured talisman celebrated Colombia's equaliser
England won on penalties
Lingard and Alexander-Arnold chant 'It's Coming Home' as they celebrate England beating Colombia
Are 52 years of hurt going to come to an end?
Neville brands Xhaka 'disgraceful' and 'fake' as he blames midfielder for Sweden's winner in last-16 clash
IAN LADYMAN IN SAINT PETERSBURG
Arteta hits the beach with his family in Mallorca ahead of return to City for pre-season
Managed to squeeze in some time in the sun with wife Lorena Bernal
Giggs poses in Red Square 26 years after standing in the same spot while on Manchester United duty
But he's lost his fetching Soviet cap!
'It has never been a secret how special this number is to me': Ozil left delighted as he takes No 10 shirt at Arsenal
Following Wilshere's exit
And the fittest guy at Liverpool is... the 32-year-old Englishman! Milner leaves his team-mates for dead in fitness challenge
At pre-season training
Sanchez gets into shape in gym overlooking Copacabana beach with girlfriend Mayte Rodriguez
United star returning soon
Man United fan bumps into Mata in the middle of a Colombian jungle
The man was in South America and was shocked to meet Juan
Spain's misfiring stars arrive back in Madrid following World Cup exit
Fernando Hierro faces questions over whether he will be able to carry on as head coach
Tennis power couple Wawrinka and Vekic both upset the odds in Wimbledon openers
Swiss ace Wawrinka: 'It was a good day for us at the office'
'You have to understand Brazil are the best team in the World Cup': says Belgium boss Martinez
His side face stern test to reach semi-finals
West Ham, Everton, Southampton and Leicester players return for pre-season training
Back to it for those who aren't playing in the World Cup in Russia
'We were supposed to have all the players available': Vieira takes charge of first training session as Nice boss
But Mario Balotelli is nowhere to be seen
Russia goalkeeper Akinfeev practised saving penalties with his dangling feet prior to heroics against Spain
National hero after World Cup last-16 shootout
'Now LA has a God and a King': Ibrahimovic and social media react with excitement as they welcome James to Los Angeles Lakers
Huge four-year deal
Play it again, Juan? Colombia's Quintero almost gave up on football for a music career... now he's one of the stars at World Cup
Ready to down England
Klopp and 26 Liverpool players arrive for first day of pre-season as they begin work for new campaign
Turned up at Melwood for the first training session
Barcelona pay tribute to memorable 2005/06 double winners as they unveil striking new luminous away kit
Nike have made their kit for past 20 years
Sanchez shows off his six-pack during beach training session as he primes himself for United pre-season in Rio de Janeiro
Beach boy
Dressed to THRILL: Wimbledon champion Muguruza has a passion for fashion and the steel to defend her title in style
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW
'Why are you showing that again?': Bilic unhappy as ITV show him reacting to Croatia's shootout victory over Denmark
Couldn't hold it in
Peter is proud as punch, Ramos has a bad hair day and a young fan loses interest
TEN THINGS YOU MISSED from day 18 in Russia
Ramos fails with mind games against former Real Madrid team-mate Cheryshev as Spanish star is left in tears after World Cup exit
Mind games didn't work
Bye bye, Ronny! CR7 cuts a forlorn figure with his Portugal team-mates as they head home from Russia after last 16 loss
Uruguay beat them 2-1 to reach quarter-finals
Fabinho settles into life in Liverpool with a trip to Sainsbury's as £44m Brazilian prepares to meet new team-mates
Will train with Reds for the first time on Monday
'This could be our year to go on and win it!': Rooney upbeat on England's chances in Russia ahead of last 16
Ex-England striker has just joined DC United
Mbappe is much more talented than me, admits Pogba: 'He has so much speed... we can't be compared'
Mbappe scored a brilliant brace against Argentina
They came, they scored, but they didn't conquer! Ronaldo and Messi had eerily similar World Cups... but which superstar was better?
Could be their last
Here, here! Bilic hopes to see Messi and Ronaldo at another World Cup after both are dumped out
'Football will never be the same without them'
High praise! Drogba hails France star Mbappe as he sends Argentina packing
Mbappe netted twice as France beat Lionel Messi and Co 4-3
Spain train for Russia clash inside Luzhniki Stadium as they bid to end dreadful run against host nations
Two sides meet in Moscow on Sunday
Keita reveals his best dance moves, an irrational fear of small dogs and how much his mum means to him
New Liverpool man in a quickfire Q&A
Something funny? Murray and fellow Brit Broady left in stitches as duo share a joke during Wimbledon practice session
Nearly time for SW19
'I would've caught it': Courtois mocks England keeper Pickford for being too short to save Januzaj's shot
'Was too busy throwing his legs in the air'
'I'm about to show you domination': Hamilton makes singing debut on Christina Aguilera's latest album as 'XNDA'
VERY raunchy lyrics from the Formula 1 star
Meet tennis' new rock star! Shapovalov aims to be real menace as he rockets up the rankings
INTERVIEW BY MIKE DICKSON: The Canadian is a real talent
South Korea squad pelted with eggs and Union Jack cushions upon return home from World Cup
They exited Russia at the group stages
England stars given a fright on Russian rollercoaster as they all run off fearing their seat belts had broke
They hope their football will be a smoother ride
Wolves back in pre-season training as they begin preparations for their first top-flight campaign since 2012
Promoted after stunning season
Wilder puts Anthony Joshua showdown in jeopardy by claiming he will accept only 50-50 split
Claims AJ 'really wanted' to accept his $50m offer
Liverpool new boy Keita meets injured Oxlade-Chamberlain as he is given Anfield tour
Naby Keita met the first of his new Liverpool team-mates
What a catch! Manchester City starlet Foden enjoys very successful fishing trip in sunny Spain
Posed with massive catfish and carp
Baller! Pogba shows off his silky skills as he kicks a ball into a basketball hoop
France star had fun ahead of last-16 clash against Argentina
Disgraced former Australia captain Smith returns to professional cricket with half-century (and a dropped catch!)
In front of a sparse crowd in Canada
Rooney swamped at airport as he arrives in Washington following big-money move to DC United and MLS
Welcomed with open arms in the US
Spain squad relaxed as they hug and joke in training for World Cup last 16 clash with hosts Russia in Moscow
Topped their group and in confident mood
Batshuayi gets a face full in celebration, Spurs boys have love-in at half time and World Cup history is made
Things you missed from final day of group action
Back in Blue: Terry appears in Chelsea kit as he trains at the club's Cobham base with Ampadu and Carney
No sign of a new deal for the defender, though
Keita does the hard yards at Melwood as new Liverpool star aims to hit the ground running in pre-season
Naby Keita has not wasted any time
Lawrenson forgets to take tag off £30 trousers he bought for the BBC's coverage of Senegal vs Colombia
Sensibly priced trousers for pundit
Matic gave Manchester United new boy Fred his shirt after Brazil beat Serbia in World Cup clash
Obviously keen to connect with club-mate
'This fulfils another career ambition for me': Rooney relishing new life in USA after being unveiled as new No 9 at DC United
Roon in the USA!
'We bent over backwards just to find out this boy is terrified of me': Wilder hits out at Joshua again
But looks like he is having family fun
Friends re-United! Forlan enjoys a morning workout with the Neville brothers
Trio played together for more than two years at Manchester United
'The disgrace of Kazan will be a never-healing wound': German press calls for Low's head as Bild admits there are 'no words'
Humiliated
Neymar gets snappy in Sochi sunrise with Casemiro as Brazil arrive back at World Cup base at 5am
After breezing into last 16 with win over Serbia
Aubameyang shows off personalised 'Pea 14' welcome mat as Arsenal star prepares to board flight on private jet
Making the most of his time off
They're coming home! Low hides behind sunglasses as humiliated Germans fly back in disgrace
After crashing out of the World Cup
Ozil clashes with livid Germany fans as dismay boils over after shock World Cup exit
Defending champions dumped out after shock 2-0 defeat by South Korea
Larsson replicates De Jong kung-fu kick, David Hasselhoff's whacky video and Neymar's dramatic roll -
EIGHT THINGS YOU MISSED from day 14
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