Defender of the German national team Josua Kimmieh does not want to be compared to Philip Lam.

Kimmich will be the main player of Germany at the World Cup 2018 in the position of right-back. Previously, it acted legendary Philippe Lam.

"Lam reigned in this position and was a true leader," - said Kimmikh.

"I'm 23 years old, and I can not compare myself with him, I'm not experienced enough for this. But I do not want to imitate him. I'm Yosua Kimmieh, not the second Lam ".

Germany in the first round of the World Cup will play against Mexico. Teams faced last year in the semifinals of the Confederations Cup and Germany then won.

"This is not the same team that was a year ago," - said Kimmikh.

"They have changed for the better. This team knows how to take full advantage of the opponent's mistakes. But we - not the ones that were at the Confederations Cup, we have more experience and veterans ".

The match Germany - Mexico will be held on June 17, the beginning - at 18:00.