Germany star Toni Kroos is determined to triumph or end his career, aiming to thwart his Real Madrid colleagues’ Euro 2024 hopes

Toni Kroos, a prominent figure in German football, wants to extend his career by helping his national team advance to the European Championship. Germany will face Spain in a crucial match, with the winner advancing to the semi-finals.

Kroos has announced that Euro 2024 will mark the end of his playing career, ideally culminating in a final at Berlin’s Olympiastadion. However, Spain, widely regarded as the tournament’s best team, could cut his trip short if they beat Germany in Stuttgart on Friday.

Despite this potentially being his last tournament, Kroos remains focused on the present rather than dwelling on nostalgia. He stressed that he does not expect Spain to be his last opponent, and expressed optimism about the future.

Kroos has played a crucial role in transforming the German outlook from pre-tournament scepticism to optimism about their chances of winning Euro 2024 on home soil. His illustrious club career at Real Madrid, where he won the Champions League and La Liga, is testament to his achievements.

Reflecting on his goals for Euro 2024, Kroos acknowledged the difficulty of planning for a European Championship title but confirmed it as a shared ambition within the team, hoping to emulate the success he enjoyed on the international stage with Real Madrid.

After retiring from international football in 2021 following Germany’s elimination from Euro 2020, Kroos was persuaded by coach Julian Nagelsmann to return and boost Germany’s chances. His comeback was instrumental in the team’s improvement, with his experience and composure reassuring his teammates during challenging moments.