Tuesday 08/07/2014, 22:00, World Cup Semifinals, Brazil vs Germany

Brazil vs Germany Betting Preview

Both last 16 and quarterfinals at the World Cup have been largely disappointing, with favorites struggling against weaker teams and prevailing in overtime. The remaining four teams were the ones credited with the best chance to lift the trophy at the beginning of the tournament. Brazil and Germany are currently the top dogs and the one that wins tonight will start with the first chance in the final against either Argentina or the Netherlands.

Brazil vs Germany Betting Odds

At Bet365

Brazil 2.80, Draw 3.30, Germany 2.80

Brazil vs Germany Betting Tips

Brazil faced one of the most in-form opponents in the quarterfinals, but they found a way to dismantle Columbia and advance to the next round. They overwhelmed their South American rivals but paid a huge price for this qualification, as they lost both Silva and Neymar. The defender plays a critical role in the backline and he was also the one to score the opening goal, while Neymar was their best chance upfront.

Prior to the match against Colombia, the young striker was among the favorites to win the top scorer award, but now he has been ruled out for the remaining of the season. In his absence, Brazil will need to give credit once again to Hulk and Fred, but so far both strikers failed to meet the high expectations.

Scolari will also have to change his initial strategy, as players used to send most balls to Neymar and hoped that he could convert them into goals. Playing against Germany is not an easy task either, with the Europeans playing pragmatic football but having several options upfront.

Muller scored a hat trick in the opening match of the World Cup 2014 but had to settle for one more goal and two assists since that performance. Schurrle and Klose scored once and both of them are expected to join the top scorer upfront, as Germany has no intention to play defensive football against Brazil. After the narrow margin victories over Algeria and France, Low knows what to expect and is well prepared to leave his team for 120 min. if necessary.

Key Facts

• Both Brazil and Spain are undefeated at the World Cup, with the South Americans having a 14 games invincible streak while Germany can brag about 16 matches without defeat.
• The hosts have the better head to head record, having won five of nine games

Brazil vs Germany Betting Odds Prediction

Under normal circumstances, Brazil would be the underdog tonight as they will be playing without their top scorer and their best defender. The reason for why bookmakers regard them as mild favorites has to do with the fact that they play in front of their fans and are highly motivated to win. Punters should stick to the facts and back the visitors at full stakes to qualify, at odds of 1.90 with Bet365.

Bet: Germany to qualify @ 1.90 with Bet365