And then there were four...
The World Cup semifinals have arrived and it is a straight South America vs. Europe battle as Brazil face Germany and Argentina clash with the Netherlands.
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Both games are incredibly close to call, as the hosts are without key players (Neymar and Thiago Silva) but will face a German side that has yet to explode onto the scene despite humming along with their usual ruthless efficiency. Argentina and Lionel Messi have looked professional thus far but they face a talented and very experienced Dutch side for a spot in the final.
As we’ve done before the World Cup group stage and each knockout round, PST’s crew have stuck their necks on the line once again for the semis and below you can see their picks.
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Joe Prince-Wright
Brazil 2-1 Germany
Argentina 3-1 Netherlands
Mike Prindiville
Brazil 1-2 Germany
Argentina 2-2 Netherlands (Argentina win 4-3 on PKs)
Kyle Bonn
Brazil 0-2 Germany
Argentina 3-2 Netherlands (After Extra Time)
Nicholas Mendola
Brazil 2-3 Germany
Argentina 3-1 Netherlands