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Rudi #Völler on the importance of the Ukraine match: "I'm looking forward to it! In particular, it being the 1000th international game is something special. An occasion like this, given the context, has a great significance."

Völler on Niklas #Süle not being selected: "Hansi #Flick is the best judge of that and has already explained it very well. Hansi knows him and has expressed it well. We hope that he can get back involved by performing well at BVB."

Völler on the 2001 World Cup qualifiers against Ukraine: "Back then it was in the play-offs and I've already said in many interviews that I haven't often felt as much pressure as I did in those two games. Back then, we played against an incredible team with amazing fans."

Völler: "We went into the second leg in Dortmund at 1-1, but then turned the game in our favour relatively quickly."

Völler Football expertise in the DFL: "Congratulations to the new management, they have done a good job in their different areas. The football expertise is there, and Hans- Joachim Watzke will also be there with advice and support. We as the DFB are not far away either."

Völler on Di Salvo and Gerland's contract extensions: "I'm pleased about that! Especially before the major tournament, there's more momentum and the connection between the two is refreshing. I will also be there for the U21 European Championship."

Völler on the connection between the U21s and the senior national team: "It goes without saying that the work with youth teams is very important, which is why we are also looking for a new sporting director."

Völler: "Especially when there are injuries, it's nice to be able to swap a few players back and forth. The communication between the coaches is also particularly important."

Völler on the incident with Antonio #Rüdiger: "I know what happened and I spoke to Toni yesterday. He is sorry and has already apologised. Antonio Rüdiger will definitely stay with the team and we shouldn't exaggerate the incident."

Völler on Kai #Havertz and his importance for the national side: "I've been following his wonderful career and will have a brief chat with him over a cup of coffee. Kai is an extremely important player in the national team."

Völler: "He is no longer part of the younger generation, but has become a regular international player. What makes him special is that he can play very well in four or five positions. I look forward to talking to him."

Völler on passion and the bond with the fans: "The most important thing is to perform and bring quality on the pitch, and I have a good feeling about that at the moment. We have a good connection with young players and experienced players."

Völler: "I can't guarantee anything, but I can promise that we will be committed to performing well. On the big stage, you don't just need footballing quality, but also passion."

Völler on the striker issue in the side: "That's not a new issue and it's also one all over the world. The classic nine barely exists anymore. We are happy that we have the best goalscorer in the league in our ranks."

Völler: "Niclas Füllkrug is someone who can score goals and there's a lot to be said about him."