Mesut Özil

International Career

Mesut Özil had a distinguished international career with Germany, playing in major tournaments and winning the 2014 FIFA World Cup.

Germany U19

2006-2007

Özil played 11 games for Germany U19, scoring 4 goals.

Germany U21

2007-2009

Özil played 16 games for Germany U21, scoring 5 goals.

Germany National Team

2009-2018

Özil made his senior debut for Germany in 2009 and played 92 games, scoring 23 goals and helping the team win the 2014 FIFA World Cup.

2010 FIFA World Cup

2010

Özil was the top assist provider at the 2010 FIFA World Cup, helping Germany reach the semi-finals.

UEFA Euro 2012

2012

Özil was again the top assist provider at UEFA Euro 2012, helping Germany reach the semi-finals.

2014 FIFA World Cup

2014

Özil helped Germany win the 2014 FIFA World Cup, playing a crucial role in the team's success.

Retirement from International Football

2018

Özil retired from international football in 2018, citing discrimination and disrespect by the German Football Association and the German media.