Which team shows up ready and willing to play.
The Netherlands and Brazil have meet 11 times with the series even at 3-wins 5-draws and 3-losses each.
They have played 4 World Cup matches against each other. Both team have won 2 World Cup matches against each other.
Brazil has to find a way to get up for this game. They are the host team, they will have their fans and they can end this World Cup with a win. This is going to be a difficult task because they still do not have Neymar. They will have to find a way to create and break down this Netherlands defense. Brazil still has a lot of talent on the pitch but will they be willing to play as hard in this game. They will have Silva back and that should help, but this could turn into the Germany game all over again.
The Netherlands wants to win this game. They need to find their attack again, they have a lot of weapons and they need to get them going. Van Persie, Robben, and Sneijder need to find ways to score again for this team to be successful. The Netherlands will wear down Brazil with a constant attack, they are not conserned about Brazil's attack.
Should they have a consolation game?
Yes, it gives the teams a chance to leave on a good note. Playing another quality opponent which gives your team experience. It can also sling shot the winning team in the rankings, and use this game as a stepping stone. The sponsors have another game to be a part of. Maybe the fans can get in an extra game.
No. The teams just lost in the semi finals they do not want to play a game that is not the finals. They would rather get on the plane and go home. The fans do not want to see the third place game, they want to see the championship. It is just for money, more tickets, more sponsors.
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