Germany-Uruguay
Football : FIFA World Cup 2010 : Match for 3rd place
Saturday, 10th July 2010. Kickoff 20:30

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It's naturally difficult to tune yourself into a match for bronze medals just days after you were battling for the trophy. 2nd place finish makes you the first amongst the losers - whereas the 3rd position is concerned it's difficult to accuretaly characterize it.

No wonder that such "compensation" usually turn out to be high-scoring affairs. Team's overall motivation level is mixed and as a result some of the players are not completely commited. Back in 1982 Michel Platini publicly refused to participate in the match for 3rd place after France had lost to Germany in the semi-finals. Current UEFA president was morally devastated by the defeat and could not recover emotionally for another virtually meaningless match.

Both sides are struggling over the fitness of their top-scorers: Miroslav Klose and Diego Forlan. To add more mystery to the possible line-ups goal.com reported today about the influenza virus in Germany's camp, which hit Podolski, Lahm and Loew with the latter not being eligible to enter the pitch as a player anyway.

Oscar Tabarez, head coach of Uruguay, is happy to field the hero of quarter final against Ghana - Luis Suarez. Ajax front man can increase his transfer value further with provided he produces a quality display on Saturday evening.

I would propose to consider three bets in this match. The first option is to go against the public opinion and tip an under 3 goal line. If Uruguay does take this match seriously as Tabarez insisted - then it could be tighter then many people think.

If the course of the match is rather friendly after all - then we can cover ourselves up with a shot at under 3.5 cards.

And finally take Miroslav Klose as anytime scorer. You should well know that the polish born German is one goal away from matching Ronaldo's record and surpassing some other domestic achievment. In one word, he will be very motivated.

FIXED ODDS BETTING :

Take Under 3 goals @ 1.67 with Bet365 (main bet)
Take Under 3.5 cards @ 1.83 with Bet365 (side bet)
Take Miroslav Klose anytime scorer @ 2.10 with Bet365 (side bet)