Special send-off for Kroos as teammates hail one of football's greatest

by Oliver Trust

BERLIN, July 6 (Xinhua) -- Sealed off from the public, Toni Kroos' speech in the Germany locker room triggered additional tears.

Driven by his emotional retirement after a stunning career, the 34-year-old encouraged the team he now leaves to continue with their team spirit and faith.

Having now retired from professional football, the former Bayern Munich and Real Madrid midfielder w