Sunday 13/07/2014, 21:00, World Cup Final, Germany vs Argentina
Germany vs Argentina Betting Preview
Germany was credited with the first chance to win the World Cup 2014 and unlike the other favorites, they cruised to the final. They were never truly in danger and after the lopsided victory over Brazil, they try to replicate that success against another team from South America. Argentina played rather defensive football in the last two games and they won all the matches so far by a narrow margin.
Germany vs Argentina Betting Odds
At Bet365
Germany 2.30, Draw 3.30, Argentina 3.50
Germany vs Argentina Betting Tips
At least in theory, Argentina was supposed to be the more aggressive side, with remarkable strikers and a potent midfield. Messi is widely regarded as one of the best players in the world but he failed to rise to the occasion in the last two games of the World Cup. After scoring in each group game and leading his team to the semifinals, the Barcelona striker was rather ineffective.
Granted he can always return to form and win a match by himself, Messi will have a hard time stopping Germany in its tracks. Higuain had his fair share of scoring opportunities against Belgium but was far less effective in the semifinal and replacing him was obviously the right call.
The Europeans steamrolled past Brazil and caused them the most humiliating defeat in World Cup history, after a steady ride through the group stage and first elimination rounds. Six different players scored the seven goals and Muller was involved in many of these points, with the German being also actively involved in the race for the World Cup 2014 top scorer.
Despite the fact that they had a comfortable lead over Brazil, the Germans never stopped attacking and they are very likely to employ the same strategy against Argentina. Manager Low knows that it is a big mistake to allow Messi and his fellow strikers exercise pressure on defenders, because he tends to get tackled near the box. A free kick from outside this area is extremely dangerous for Neuer.
Key Facts
- Argentina has the better head to head record, but Germany won both games played at the World Cup
- Argentina won all the games so far by a single goal and minute penalty shoot-out against the Netherlands
Germany vs Argentina Betting Odds Prediction
Odds of 2.30 for Germany to win in regulation time are spectacular and punters should jump on the bandwagon before they eventually drop. The Europeans are clear favorites to win the World Cup and as more punters back them to win, bookmakers will inevitably lower these odds. It is unlikely for the match to require overtime, with Europeans trying to avoid the thrill of penalties against a team that proved its ability to convert all of them under pressure.
Bet: Germany @ 2.30 with Bet365
