There has been about 7 pr 8 bankroll busters this tournament. Damn you Costa Rica, Germany, and Brazil.
ERock... looking forward to your analysis. I still see the host nation being backed by the crazy atmosphere. Germany has not looked ALL that dangerous in the attacking third and have been suspect to counters. Brazil losing Neymar and Silva means more compact formation with "manageable" replacements that can do just that. Counter. I expect a chippy game and depends on who this referee is; what will he let slide, and how much of the game will be slowed down by soft fouls and cheap knocks.
I see this one as a 0-0 or 1-1 FT, AET to Brazil or PKs to Germany.
ERock... looking forward to your analysis. I still see the host nation being backed by the crazy atmosphere. Germany has not looked ALL that dangerous in the attacking third and have been suspect to counters. Brazil losing Neymar and Silva means more compact formation with "manageable" replacements that can do just that. Counter. I expect a chippy game and depends on who this referee is; what will he let slide, and how much of the game will be slowed down by soft fouls and cheap knocks.
I see this one as a 0-0 or 1-1 FT, AET to Brazil or PKs to Germany.