Germany desperate to get going again

8220;You8217;re always nervous,8221; said Ballack, who has been back to his commanding best in recent matches for Chelsea. 8220;However much we insist we can end this black series at the Euros we can8217;t promise victory,8221; he added at a news conference. 8220;But we know we8217;ve worked as hard as possible to get here. We have to show bite, will-power and positive aggression.8221;

Germany, three-times Euro champions, beat Poland in the group phase of the World Cup two years ago and Ballack believes they can win again. Coach Joachim Loew, though, urged caution. 8220;We were lucky to beat Poland last time,8221; said Loew, remembering it took a 91st-minute goal from substitute Oliver Neuville to seal a 1-0 win.