Germany 3-1 Poland: Mario Gotze Hits Brace In Euro Qualifying Clash

Germany's world cup wining goal scorer has sent a signal to doubting Pep Guardiola after scoring a double against Poland in Euro qualifiers.

Mario Gotze scored twice and hit the post as Germany toppled Poland at the summit of Euro 2016 qualifying Group D with a 3-1 win in Frankfurt on Friday.

The world champions dictated play in the early stages, with Thomas Muller and Gotze firing them into a 2-0 lead by the 19th minute.

Wow! Ronaldo, Messi, Gotze, Redknapp, Others Bag Awards In Guinness Book Of Records

Having scored his 27th treble in the Spanish top flight last season, Cristiano Ronaldo now hods the title for the most hat-tricks scored in La Liga, overtaking Real Madrid legend Alfredo Di Stéfano. Ronaldo is also the Most followed Athlete and Person Ever on both Facebook and Twitter (over 27 million followers) cementing his status as the most discussed figure in the world.

Manchester United defender Chris Smalling enters the record books for his two goals against Burnley last season when, after coming off the bench after 5 minutes 9 seconds, scored to earn the record for the Fastest Goal in the Premier League by a Substitute from Kick Off. He had only been on the pitch for 22 seconds and scored again to earn a second record for the Most Goals in the Premier League Scored by a Sub in the First Half.

Gotze Not Happy At Bayern Munich - Giovane Elber

Former Bayern Munich striker Giovane Elber believes Mario Gotze is unhappy at the Bundesliga champions.

The Germany international earned himself a move to Bayern in the summer of 2013 after a string of fine performances for Borussia Dortmund, but has so far been unable to live up to the high expectations at the Allianz Arena.

Elber feels Gotze's inability to replicate his Dortmund form for Bayern is largely down due to the different conditions at the Bavarians, where he needs Pep Guardiola to make him feel loved.

Mario Gotze Denies Criticizing Pep Guardiola

Mario Gotze says he would never criticise Pep Guardiola and insists he is "very, very happy" with Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich. Gotze has not been enjoying the best of times at Bayern in recent times and it seems the World Cup winner isn't pleased.

Mario Gotze has denied publicly criticising Bayern Munich coach Pep Guardiola and insists he is very happy with life at the Allianz Arena.

The Germany international - who scored the winning goal in the 2014 World Cup final - was quoted after the Audi Cup as saying his time at Bayern would work better if "Guardiola talks to me more often", sparking speculation about his future.

FRIENDLIES ROUND UP: Neymar Hits Treble, Ronaldo Scores Brace, Goetze Sinks Chile As Sturridge Wins It Late For England

A hat trick from Neymar helped Brazil to a 5-0 rout of South Africa on Wednesday, while there were also wins for England, Portugal, France, Spain and Germany.

The Barcelona striker took his international tally to 30 goals in 47 games in a fine display by the five-time world champions. Chelsea playmaker Oscar and Manchester City midfielder Fernandinho were also on target in front of 51,000 spectators at Soccer City.

The trio all impressed, along with the likes of Hulk and Paulinho, leaving Brazil coach Luiz Felipe Scolari with plenty to ponder ahead of his squad announcement on May 7.

PEP GUARDIOLA: Gotze Good But Messi Is The Greatest

Pep Guardiola says Bayern Munich attacker Mario Gotze has still some way to go before comparisons can be drawn between him and Barcelona forward Lionel Messi.

Gotze has caught the eye with impressive performances for Bayern this season following his €37 million switch to the Bavarians in the summer from Borussia Dortmund.

However, the 21-year-old's coach, Guardiola, is cautious of expecting too much from his young star and insists he is not at the same level as the four-time Ballon d'Or winner yet.

Mesut Ozil Might Loose World Cup Shirt To In Form Mario Gotze

When Mario Gotze's €37 million move from Borussia Dortmund to Bayern Munich was confirmed last April, the then 20-year-old was the most expensive German ever. He held the title for just a few months. At the end of the summer, Mesut Ozil had smashed it, having swapped Real Madrid for Arsenal for €50m.

Back in September there was no doubt whom the superior player was: Gotze was injured and on the fringes of Pep Guardiola's team, while Ozil had made a flying start to life in the Premier League.

He had set up a goal just 11 minutes into his debut against Sunderland and backed it up shortly afterwards with a spectacular goal against Napoli. Things soon went awry though. Even before a shoulder injury ruled him out of a sizeable chunk of Arsenal's festive fixtures, the steady stream of assists and goals had dried up.