Schweini bows out for Germany

Germany beat Finland 2-0 in a low-key friendly which marked the final international appearance for Bastian Schweinsteiger.

The Manchester United midfielder played 67 minutes of a game designated his testimonial before leaving the field to a standing ovation after picking up the 121st and last cap of his career.

Max Meyer and a Paulus Arajuuri own goal ensured the final scoreline in front of just over 30,000 fans with the world champions unable to make more of their chances and just going through the motions at times.

They will be in a more serious mood at the weekend, though, when they travel to Norway for their first 2018 World Cup qualifier.

All eyes were on Schweinsteiger as he wiped away the tears when presented with flowers after leading Germany out for the last time.

Meyer and Mario Gotze tried to steal the show, …

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