Thread: '6v0' in the World Cup
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Re: '6v0' in the World Cup
Being the first seed has advantages, and it is highly likely that Germany will make it out anyway due to their massive goal differential (thanks to a 4-0 rout of Portugal). The two teams are essentially playing for seeding, which is very advantageous going into elimination rounds, as it is in FRC. The smart play for both teams is to play to win, since the loser will most likely make it out anyway.

As an American, who is also a big Germany fan (Tom Muller is my dude), I'd love to see Ghana and Portugal tie, and then make the other game a contest. Be assured, both teams will come out swinging, USA to prove themselves as more than an underdog, Germany to solidify their dominance after a strong start and second-match syndrome against Ghana.
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