Klinsmann warning for Ballack

Germany coach Jurgen Klinsmann expects skipper Michael Ballack to return to the starting line-up for the clash against Poland on Wednesday – but only if “all goes well” in tomorrow’s practice.

A nagging calf injury forced the Chelsea midfielder out of the 4-2 win over Costa Rica on Friday, but after receiving further treatment over the weekend, Ballack now looks set to rejoin full team practice for the first time since June 2.