A detailed analysis, preview and prediction as well as live streams and betting odds for the German team as they prepare for their semifinal matchup against Brazil.

Two perennial European powers Germany and France collided on Friday in Rio de Janiero. Germany scored early and controlled the remainder of the match defeating France 1-0.

If you find yourself looking for a team to cheer on for the final two weeks, read our guide on the elite eight and pick a new team to get behind.

Germany and France will meet each other in Rio de Janeiro at the world famous Maracana in a quarterfinal showdown where the winner will face Brazil or Colombia. Check out this article for all the previews, predictions, analysis and betting odds for the quarterfinal showdown in Rio.

Germany and France will come face to face as two of the world's best meet at the Maracana in Rio. The prize, a ticket to the semifinal in Belo Horizante on July 8th. All the preview, analysis and live stream that you will need can be found here. Enjoy!

A thrilling match finished in a flurry as extra time goals from Andre Schurrle and Mesut Ozil see Germany through to next round where they will need a much better performance to get past France.

Predictions and betting odds for the Round of 16 match in Porto Alegre between Germany and Algeria can be seen here.

Live stream and preview/analysis for the Round of 16 matchup between Germany and Algeria can be seen here.

It was a late goal from Ronaldo that gave Portugal the winner, but both teams were eliminated from the World Cup. Recap and analysis for the final Group G matchup can be seen here.

USA and Germany faced off in the rain in Recife on Thursday with places in the knockout round on the line for both teams.

Stay with us throughout the course of the match as we bring you commentary, highlights, scores and more as the 'Stars and Stripes' take on 'Die Mannschaft'

Predictions and betting odds for the final Group G showdown between Ghana and Portugal can be seen here.

Portugal and Ghana will be fighting it out for their World Cup lives on the final day of Group G play. Cristiano Ronaldo is still battling towards full fitness and Portugal will need him to be at his best as the "Black Stars" are one of the most underrated teams in the tournament. Previews, analysis and live streams for the "Group of Death" matchup can all be seen here. Enjoy!

Meet the 6 German-born players currently on the roster for Team USA.

Betting Odds, predictions and a poll so you can vote for who you think will win the deciding match in Group G between the United States and Germany.

Here are all the scenarios in which the US Men's National Team will advance to the knockout rounds in the 2014 FIFA World Cup

In depth analysis and preview from a German angle for their upcoming Group G matchup with the US.

When the United States meets Germany on Thursday it will highlight old friends with new friends, old allegiances with new allegiances, and new opportunities for both teams. A draw and both teams advance to the Round of 16. Even with such a savory offer on the table, Coaches and friends from both teams insist they will go for the win in Recife.

Celebrities and fans alike all took to Twitter on Sunday during the USA vs. Portugal exhilarating match. Take a look at the top 10 tweets of the match.

Team USA had more magic in Manaus, but Ronaldo had some magic of his own with a remarkable cross in the final moments of play.

Stay with us throughout the course of the match as we bring you commentary, highlights, scores and more as the 'Stars and Stripes' take on "Seleçâ das Quinas"

The United States are heavy underdogs in their match with Portugal on Sunday. However, just like with Ghana, luck might be on their side.

The amount of money Fabio Capello is making as Russia's trainer will make you double-take. To see how much the coach is being paid for his services, check out the article that gives you the complete scoop on the Italian coach.

Top American referee Mark Geiger has been an excellent official in this years FIFA World Cup

United State's defense, John Brooks became an instant celebrity and American hero when he scored the game winning goal for the U.S. against Ghana last Monday. As headlines splashed across the newspapers touting him, 'Johnny Fùtbol'. the nation was captivated. Meet the mysterious United States substitute.

With Jozy Altidore set to miss the remainder of group play with a hamstring injury, Jurgen Klinsmann will have to choose who will replace him in team U.S.A's match vs. Portugal on Sunday.

The United States takes on Portugal in the Amazon jungle on Sunday in what should be another exciting and thrilling match for the U.S. The USMNT will need to hold Player of the Year, Cristiano Ronaldo in check to have any chances of winning the match.

Ghana and Germany played what has to be the most exciting match of the tournament thus far. The game ended in a 2-2 draw, as both sides had their periods of momentum. Miroslav Klose scored his 15th goal in a World Cup tying Ronaldo at the top of the all time goal scoring chart.

After knocking out the "Black Stars" in the 2010 World Cup, the Germans will try to continue their march to the final in Rio. Ghana offers no easy opposition though, as Andre Ayew and Asamoah Gyan looked dangerous against the United States. It will surely be an end to end match that will have any fan of the beautiful game excited.

Kevin-Prince and Jerome Boateng are Berlin born brothers who chose to play for different teams in the World Cup. Jerome choose his birthplace, Germany, while Kevin-Prince chose his father's birthplace of Ghana.