World Cup Semi Finals: Game One - Brazil vs Germany (9th July 6:00AM AEST) (Belo Horizonte)

[Yidaki]

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Two of the worlds heavyweights in football, Brazil and Germany, meet in the first semi final of the 2014 World Cup. Most experts would have had Brazil and Germany progressing this far into the tournament and here we are.

Brazil dominated Colombia in the quarter final. However, with about ten minutes to go, superstar Neymar was involved in an incident which left him with a fractured vertebrae meaning that he will miss the rest of the World Cup. This is not only a huge blow for Brazil, but also for all football fans in the world who enjoy watching a skillful player. I believe Brazil can cover his loss as they have so many good players in their side. Brazil will also be missing their captain Thiago Silva through suspension.

Germany had a bit of a slogfest in their quarter final against France, but in end prevailed through thanks to an early goal by Mats Hummels. Germany are still seeking their best form of the competition and will hope that it can come through against a Brazil side playing at home.

Brazil historically have dominated Germany, however, this match will be a hard one to pick. Being at home, you just have to go with Brazil here. I think they can pick apart a shaky German defense and in turn book themselves a place in the World Cup final.

Final prediction: Brazil 2-1 Germany (Brazil to score 2nd goal in extra time).

 

[Wes Tiger]

Germany all the way. Had them playing the final vs Argentina from day dot will stand by that.

 

[ep2018]

Hopefully Germany get the job done.

 

[TubbsFarquhar]

Really hope Germany can smash these campaigners but, unfortunately, I think Brazil will prevail once again.

 

[raven echo]

Fingers crossed Germany win.

Can't ******* stand Brazil.

 

[getgaff]

I really believe this is Germany's for the taking after Neymar's injury.

Four champion teams left and all deserving of being in the semi finals at least. I like the prediction of 2 - 1 in extra time but I'm going Germany FTW.

 

[Straya]

Germany

 

[Primetime Pricey]

Neymar out and Silva who is the only defender that have i rate, Germany should be too good.

 

[Straya]

Neymar out and Silva who is the only defender that have i rate, Germany should be too good.

The other 'neymar' is still in though, namely the home crowd. Germany should still win it.

 

[darth_timon]

This is where Germany need the likes of Muller, Ozil and Schurrle to shine. If they do, I think Germany will win. Brazil have been quite ordinary.

 

[Hatchy1992]

My avatar says it all. As someone with German heritage I really believe this is our year.

No Neymar gives us a huge advantage and I believe we will exploit that.

Komm Deutschland!

 

[bisazc887]

Go the euro's

 

[lewdogs]

Why does everyone hate Brazil so much?

 

[Zidane98]

Germany rode their luck against Algeria and France. They won't be able to again and will lose 1-0.

 

[Jascave]

Germany to win in extra time 2-1. Who is in charge of the first semi final between Brazil and Germany?

 

[Kaan]

Germany rode their luck against Algeria and France.

So have Brazil.

They topped the group because of the penalty against Croatia otherwise they would've played Netherlands, and they beat Chile on penalties after Chile hit the crossbar in the 120th minute.

 

[Zidane98]

Brazil were convincing against Colombia and are playing at home.

Germany struggled against Algeria and would have gone out against France if Benzema was wearing his shooting boots. In their favour Neymar and Silva are out.

 

[Mr_Bojangles]

Why does everyone hate Brazil so much?

Their sense of self-entitlement, the fact they've won 5 World Cups and tall poppy syndrome are three reasons I can think of off the top of my head.

 

[Wes Tiger]

Germany to win in extra time 2-1. Who is in charge of the first semi final between Brazil and Germany?

The mexican ref that did Uruguay vs Italy

 

[Yidaki]

Why does everyone hate Brazil so much?

Because they've won 5 world cups?

 

[dvas987]

Result depends on if the ref isn't playing with Brazil.

 

[Wes Tiger]

Result depends on if the ref isn't playing with Brazil.

I agree.

 

[Wes Tiger]

Why does everyone hate Brazil so much?

Refs favor them for one. Not just in this world cup but others.

 

[Jascave]

What sort of game can we expect to see tomorrow morning between Brazil and Germany-an open, attacking match with goals aplenty, or a defensive-style game?

 

[dvas987]

I agree.

Most blatant bit of match fixing to the host nation since Korea 2002. Not quite at that level yet, but if the refs have a big say in the game tomorrow......