Gomez blasts back at critics

Germany striker Mario Gomez has hit back at criticism of his performance in their win over Portugal by pointing out only Lionel Messi scored more Champions League goals than him last season and questioning why he should change his game.

The Bayern Munich forward headed the winner, moments before he was due to be replaced by Miroslav Klose, in the 1-0 victory in their Euro 2012 opener.

His all-round display was heavily criticised by former Germany midfielder Mehmet Scholl, though.