Bayern Munich goalkeeper Manuel Neuer will take over from Bastian Schweinsteiger as the new Germany captain.
Schweinsteiger who had succeeded Philipp Lahm after the last World Cup but the Manchester United midfielder announced his international retirement after Euro 2016.
Neuer, who made his Germany debut in 2009, has made 71 appearances for the senior national side, conceding only 52 goals, and was a key part of the 2014 World Cup-winning side.
Schweinsteiger, 32, made his final appearance for Germany in Wednesday's 2-0 friendly victory over Finland.
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