World Cup 2014 World Cup Final: Germany vs Argentina (14th July 5:00AM AEST) Rio De Janeiro

[Yidaki]

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The 2014 World Cup final is here. Germany vs Argentina. A European team versus a South American team. What can we expect to see?

Both teams arrived to this final in completely different styles.

Germany strolled into the final by dismantling the host nation Brazil in emphatic style. They were really never challenged, and the game was as good as done by the 30 minute mark. It was quite an easy ride for the Germans, however, credit must go to them for the way they played and how they took advantage of Brazil's weaknesses. Germany also have an extra day off to top off their stroll into the final.

On the other hand, Argentina went the whole hog in their semi final against the Netherlands, wrestling their way to the penalty shootout. Argentina, like their opponents the Netherlands, played without much risk, and instead chose to play a more defensive-minded game. However, they did create more opportunities than the Dutch, and in end were just too good for them in the penalty shoot-out courtesy of their goalkeeper Romero.

Going on form alone, it's hard to go past Germany here. They have been more clinical in their victories and have a wider spread of potential goal scorers. Argentina have done enough to progress, however, doing enough doesn't win you the big one. You have to push beyond this, and if they want to win the World Cup, then they are going to have to find something extra in the final.

You definitely can't write of either side in this final. They are both classy sides and anything can happen on the day.

Final Prediction: Germany 3-2 Argentina (Germany's third goal in extra time).

 

[Dont be a lemon]

Want Argentina to win but more want a close, exciting game.

 

[Wes Tiger]

Germany. Too good.

 

[SM]

Argentina! Strong side that knows how to get it done.

 

[raven echo]

Germany too good.

3-0

 

[Jcpdragonx]

Something has to go seriously wrong for Germany to lose this.

 

[SM]

Could be a very messi final.

 

[Jatz]

Argentina! Strong side that knows how to get it done.

Think the Germans might have them covered in that regard.

Can see this being a 3-0 win to the Germans. Think they have the far superior team (team being the key word).

 

[kaiserchief13]

Germany just got to shut down Messi and Argentina can't score.

Prediction Germany 3-0

 

[SM]

Germany just got to shut down Messi and Argentina can't score.

Prediction Germany 3-0

Di Maria will be back for this.

 

[Mr_Bojangles]

Argentina really are Germany's bunnies when it comes to big games. It's all a bit Geelong V Freo. First goal is important. Argentina can do it. Please let there be goals regardless.

 

[Running Dog]

Argentina really are Germany's bunnies when it comes to big games. It's all a bit Geelong V Freo. First goal is important. Argentina can do it. Please let there be goals regardless.

Except for the 1986 final!!

Got the match-up I needed to win the work tipping comp- danke schoen and muchos gracias. The question is, will it be Messi or Klose? Germany look to have a bit more creativity and resourcefulness all over the park.

Germany 3 Argentina 1 (1 - 0 at half time).

 

[Owen_AFC97]

Di Maria will be back for this.

Link? Source?

 

[Owen_AFC97]

Could not really be bothered making any predictions but all I want is a German victory. been supporting them along with Australia since 06 due to my dad and his family been born there. After the semi loss to Italy in 06, final of euro loss to spain, 2010 semi final loss to spain and euro 2012 semi loss to italy we are due for this trophy, this team has gotten so much experience since the last world cup.

 

[SM]

Link? Source?

Wasn't Martin Tyler saying it during commentary?

 

[Owen_AFC97]

Wasn't Martin Tyler saying it during commentary?

Only watched the first half this morning with my eyes struggling to stay open but I take your word for it anyway

 

[ep2018]

Germany 2 - 1 Argentina

The surprise is that Argentina are 1 - 0 up at half time, only for Germany to kick two unanswered second half goals.

 

[SM]

Only watched the first half this morning with my eyes struggling to stay open but I take your word for it anyway

I could be wrong, can't see anything on the net. Was taking his word for it.

 

[Owen_AFC97]

I could be wrong, can't see anything on the net. Was taking his word for it.

Doesn't matter we will see in the coming days anyway

 

[juss]

Tipped Argentina to win it before the tournament started, tipped them to beat Spain in the final. After watching the tournament though, Germany have just been far too good recently, and I reckon they will get up.

Germany 2-1 (late consolation goal for Argentina).

 

[juss]

Could be a very messi final.

Hoping for a klose game than the semi though.

 

[elhadjihenry]

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The 2014 World Cup final is here. Germany vs Argentina. A European team versus a South American team. What can we expect to see?

Both teams arrived to this final in completely different styles.

Germany strolled into the final by dismantling the host nation Brazil in emphatic style. They were really never challenged, and the game was as good as done by the 30 minute mark. It was quite an easy ride for the Germans, however, credit must go to them for the way they played and how they took advantage of Brazil's weaknesses. Germany also have an extra day off to top off their stroll into the final.

On the other hand, Argentina went the whole hog in their semi final against the Netherlands, wrestling their way to the penalty shootout. Argentina, like their opponents the Netherlands, played without much risk, and instead chose to play a more defensive-minded game. However, they did create more opportunities than the Dutch, and in end were just too good for them in the penalty shoot-out courtesy of their goalkeeper Romero.

Going on form alone, it's hard to go past Germany here. They have been more clinical in their victories and have a wider spread of potential goal scorers. Argentina have done enough to progress, however, doing enough doesn't win you the big one. You have to push beyond this, and if they want to win the World Cup, then they are going to have to find something extra in the final.

You definitely can't write of either side in this final. They are both classy sides and anything can happen on the day.

Final Prediction: Germany 3-2 Argentina (Germany's third goal in extra time).

Just out of interest, why do you not put "Goals Conceded" into the stats chart?

 

[Mr_Bojangles]

Could be a very messi final.

 

[Thistle]

Who would have thought Argentina would make the final with only 7 goals scored and 3 conceded given they were rated as having the best attack and their defence the main weakness.

 

[Mr_Bojangles]

Who would have thought Argentina would make the final with only 7 goals scored and 3 conceded given they were rated as having the best attack and their defence the main weakness.

Spain were 7 and 2 going in to the Final four years ago.