JOACHIM LÖW DISAPPOINTED WITH LACK OF PREPARATION

Germany coach Joachim Löw has bemoaned the lack of time he has with his squad in the build up to this summer's World Cup.

In an interview with BILD magazine the national team boss has revealed his disappointment at the lack of friendly preparation. A situation that has meant he hasn't been able to see as many players action as he would've liked.

"I find it alarming that from November to May we only have one friendly. And that before a World Cup! For example, I would have liked to see [Bayern defender] Holger Badstuber for us. But that has unfortunately not been possible." said Löw.

Despite the lack of preparation the Germany boss remains confident for his teams chances in South Africa.

"I say it like this: I have no concerns, but the situation is serious. As we said, our priority now must be to bring the players back into top form in a short space of time."

Germany have won the showpiece tournament on three previous occasions and reached the semi-finals in 2006, when they hosted the tournament.