Germany vs Italy

Today’s pick is easier and less complicated than yesterday’s. Germany has been playing a complete game, with strength in all areas of the pitch.  Furthermore, they have been playing consistently well with good team spirit.  Italy have also been playing well, and Pirlo was masterclass against England.  However, Italy has not shown the same firepower as Germany. As well, Germany is much more rested whereas Italy is probably still feeling the effects of extra time from their last game.

Although anything can happen and Italy has a good enough team to beat Germany, Germany takes this one. I’ll even predict a 2-0 scoreline.