The South American giants, Argentina & Brazil have joined their counterparts from Europe (England, France, Italy) in being knocked out of the world cup. The only surprise in the line up happens to be Uruguay. The perennial underachievers, Spain and Netherlands are also into the semis. The only consistent team to appear in the semis are the Germans. But at the beginning of the tournament, they weren’t the favored team. The young German team has belied all expectations by battering the favourites Argentina 4-0.
So, this is how the semi final line up stacks up.
Uruguay vs Netherlands on 6th July 2010
Germany vs Spain on 7th July 2010
My money is on a Germany-Uruguay final. But then, have the Germans peaked a bit too early? Spain might be looking at making it a grand double after winning the Euro-2008. The Dutch with all their egos and infighting are capable of making it to the final too.
Pictures courtesy: FIFA
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Anything is possible now after seeing how Paraguay gave Spain a run for their money and German butchering of Argentina. Germany has become red-hot favs man, but this world cup has taught us to expect the unexpected.
I’d love to see a new winner this time. Borrowing your words, let one of the perennial underachievers take the cup home 🙂
I am not a great fan of the game, but, I do see a lot of enthusiasm around me.