Source: Team_Talk
Germany give England a wake-up call
Fit-again Gareth Barry admits the form of Germany has given England an extra incentive to top their World Cup group.[LNB] The midfielder, who has recovered from his ankle problem, was impressed with Germany's 4-0 demolition of Australia on Sunday.[LNB]England will face coach Joachim Low's side in the last 16 if they finish runners-up in Group C and Germany top Group D - or vice versa.[LNB]The Manchester City player told BBC Sport: "We were really impressed with Germany. It always happens.[LNB]"They are always written off and they turn up winning matches.[LNB]"The fact they could be our opponents in the last 16 was discussed.[LNB]"We are watching that group really close. It is important we study the opposition.[LNB]"It is an extra incentive to finish top. That is obviously the target anyway but Germany are going to be a tough opponent for anyone."[LNB]Barry, who is confident of being fit to face Algeria on Friday, insists the mood in the England squad is upbeat despite being held to a 1-1 draw by the United States on Saturday.[LNB]But he has stressed the need for calm amongst the players ahead of the Cape Town encounter.[LNB]The former Aston Villa player said: "The mood in the camp is pretty upbeat. We've had a day or so to think about the events of the USA game.[LNB]"It's important you try to stay calm. Everyone knows this is the World Cup and the pressure comes with that.[LNB]"The whole nation is up for it, supporting you, giving fantastic support.[LNB]"But we'll be going into games, if selected, trying to keep calm, not feeling that pressure."[LNB]Barry admits life is enjoyable in the England squad with Fabio Capello combining a mixture of discipline and relaxation amongst the players.[LNB]He said: "Previous England squads would be more relaxed. Now everyone is 10 minutes early for meetings.[LNB]"Everyone sits down to lunch together. We all leave when the last person has finished.[LNB]"The slowest eater always changes but there is always eyes on them saying 'hurry up.'[LNB]"It is fun because at the same time the manager lets us play golf, and he gives us time to relax."
