Klinsmann backs Germany to win Euro 2012

Juergen Klinsmann believes his native Germany have the quality to overcome the challenge of Spain and win Euro 2012.

The Germans were knocked out in the semi-finals of both the 2006 and 2010 World Cups and were runners-up at Euro 2008.

However, the USA coach said Germany now boast a squad with many talents at their disposal, and believes they can lift the trophy in Poland and Ukraine.

“I hope that Germany can prevail this time. I believe that we now have a team with many different strengths, a team that can leave their mark on the Euros and win the title in the end,” he told Frankfurter Rundschau on Thursday.

“I think that we have the conviction, the inner-strength to say, ‘No matter what comes next we can overcome it, whether it’s Spain or anyone else.'”

Klinsmann was at the helm for Germany’s unsuccessful 2006 World Cup campaign, before handing the reins to current coach Joachim Loew, who acted as his assistant when he was in charge.

The 47-year-old said the two had a fantastic relationship when they worked together.

“Jogi Low was a true friend and not just an assistant coach. We could sit together and talk for hours,” Klinsmann said.

Germany kick off their Euro 2012 campaign against Portugal on June 9 before clashes against the Netherlands and Denmark in Group B.