Germany's 2014 World Cup winners -- Where are they now? Toni Kroos

Germany’s 2014 World Cup winners—especially Toni Kroos—are still defined by the midfielder’s ability to control matches, and the article traces how his tournament role foreshadowed a landmark career. Kroos arrived in Brazil as a rising talent and left as one of the world’s defining midfielders, using vision, passing range and composure to steer Germany through the title run. He scored twice in Germany’s 7-1 semifinal rout of Brazil and was named to the tournament’s All-Star Team. At 24, he was already among the elite and a key driver of Germany’s success. The piece says Kroos retired after EURO 2024, having played for Bayern Munich, Real Madrid and the Germany national team. Since retiring, he has focused on family, media work, his podcast and youth-oriented charitable initiatives.