On Thursday, he will be officially presented at a press conference before jetting off to the United States of America on Friday for the club's pre-season tour
Germany controlled possession and look to create chances with fluid movement and quick interchanges, though Argentina's pace on the break was a constant threat
The final, to be played at the imposing Maracana Stadium, is a repeat of the gruelling 1990 encounter between the two countries, which was decided courtesy of a 85th penalty goal by Germany' Andreas Brehme, as well as the 1986 final won 3-2…
In contrast to the wide open, raucous display that the other semi-final produced, the Argentina against Netherlands Wednesday match was an even contest and a frequently dull one as the game became increasing bogged down in a midfield battle
Klose's goal - one of five Germany's goals in an amazing opening 45 minutes against the hosts - took him clear of former Brazil striker, Ronaldo, on 16 goals at the finals
Argentina’s next opponent will be the winner of the last quarterfinal between the Netherlands and Costa Rica, who were playing later Saturday in Salvador
Nigerians turn hostile after loss
Since the failure of the Super Eagles to get beyond the round of 16, after losing 0-2 to France, a collection of Nigerians in Sao Paulo, particularly at the area known as Repuclica, have turned hostile to…
Much had been made of Brazil's perceived mental frailties ahead of the match, with players coming under fire for crying during renditions of the national anthem and Scolari's decision to call in a sports psychologist grabbing headlines
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