GL Bro,
.... but, I just can't see picking against Italy today, even with the missing players. Totti's gaining fitness and confidence. Their defense is the best out of anyone in the tournament.
Don't be fooled by the performance against Australia, that was a typical Italian ugly win. They always play to the level of their competition.
You can't go agaist history, and historically this is the 2nd best country in the World in this sport.
Italy and Germany will meet in the semi's, and It will be a great match. Personally I think Argentina is the better team in that one, but the Germans will squeak through. Winner of the Italy-Germany match to be will be the World Cup champ this year.
Ukraine has some solid talent, but remember when Crotia made it to the semi's they had the tournament's leading scorer. These guys don't, they're gonna go out 1-0 in another stinker.
Germany wins on penalty kicks and 2-2 tie.
... BTW sorry for invading your post.