I'm actually so excited for this game.

Germany is the world champion, with the most wins in the World Cup and the Euros, but they have never beaten Italy in a competitive game.

Germany is playing a 4-4-3 at the start, a simple defensive play.

Italy is playing a 3-5-2, a heavily defensive play.

Germany hasn't given up an goals in the tournament, and Italy has only given up one.

This is Ludwig and Gilbert verses Feliciano, Lovino, and Sebastian.

This is Titan verses Titan.

I must cheer for Italy, for I'm Italian.

But I won't be disappointed with Germany wins.

Winner will go on to the semifinals to face the winner of the France/Iceland match.

I'm ready.