Low names Ballack and Metzelder in German squad

MICHAEL BALLACK has been included in Germany’s 20-man squad for their first two Euro 2008 qualifiers against the Republic of Ireland and San Marino.

Fri, 25 Aug, 2006 - 01:00

Liam Mackey

Ballack is yet to make his Premiership debut for Chelsea because of a hip injury which has kept him sidelined for the last 10 days.

Centre-back Christoph Metzelder has also been selected, despite his knee problems, with coach Joachim Low hoping both players will be fit in time.

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