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'It's party time!' - Klinsmann reveals what it's like to win a World Cup

Germany legend Jurgen Klinsmann has revealed what it's like to win a World Cup, explaining that even playing in the tournament is the "biggest thing that can happen to you".

The former Germany international - who was capped 108 times - competed in three World Cups for his nation, winning the 1990 edition in Italy.

Klinsmann believes the feeling of participating in football's largest tournament cannot be surpassed and being lucky enough to win the event is an achievement that will always be remembered for the rest of your life.

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"I think for every football player, playing in the World Cup is the biggest thing that can happen to you and if you have the luck to win a World Cup, it will stay with you for the rest of your life," Klinsmann said in an exclusive interview with Goal.