Toni Kroos will retire after this summer’s European Championship, ending one of the greatest playing careers of his generation.
Over the previous decade, the German ace has been one of the world’s top midfielders, winning numerous trophies with Real Madrid.
Kroos has played with several outstanding players throughout his career, and he named many of them while selecting a starting XI comprised of his best teammates.
There were a few unexpected picks from his early career, but recognized players like Cristiano Ronaldo and Luka Modric also made the list.
Toni Kroos’ all-time teammates XI
Goalkeeper
Manuel Neuer
Defence
Sergio Ramos
Defence
Gonzalo Castro
Defence
Stefan Reinartz
Holding midfield
Joshua Kimmich
Midfield
Casemiro
Midfield
Luka Modric
Midfield
Felix Kroos
Left wing
Cristiano Ronaldo
Right wing
Thomas Muller/Franck Ribery
Striker
Miroslav Klose