As someone once sang, now the end is near. But is it Germany or Argentina facing the final curtain of despair? Before we reach the game that everyone's waiting for, there's the (very) little matter of the 3rd/4th play off.

BRAZIL v NETHERLANDS (Saturday 12th July, 9pm)

It's the game that nobody wants to play it, but you can still earn vital money from the loser's final. Dutch manager Louis Van Gaal has said that the match is 'unfair' but coming from someone who has Arjen Robben in his side, that's a tad ironic.

Neymar gave an emotional press conference this week where he said that he could have been paralysed. He would still have been preferable to Fred up front. Both team can be expected to make wholesale changes, with Van Huntelaar to get the nod for Holland, and Jo for Brazil. It's going to be Scolari's last game in charge, so he'll want to go out on a high. I want to marry a supermodel, but that's not going to happen either. The match won't be as one sided as the humiliating semi-final, but I still expect Netherlands to secure an easy victory.

GERMANY v ARGETINA (Sunday 13th July, 8pm)

It's the climax of possibly the best World Cup ever, and many people are predicting a one way final, but could we be in for one last surprise?

Germany couldn't have looked more impressive against Brazil, but in large part that was due to the inadequacies of the host. The Selecao had been an accident waiting to happen since the very first game, when they had to be helped to beat a poor Croatia by bizarre refereeing decisions. With Neymar and Silva missing, the Germans took full advantage.

The big question is, can Germany play to their full potential in two games in a row? After dismantling Portugal in their opener, they were lucky to grab a draw against Ghana. Could lightning strike twice? Thomas Muller will be especially motivated, with one or two goals he can grab the golden boot from James Rodriguez and retain the coveted footwear he won in South Africa.

Germany looked much more assured at the back with Lahm occupying the right-back slot, and Sammy Khedira played a blinder as a holding midfielder with a license to roam forwards.

Toni Kroos will be looking to add to Tuesday's brace, and Ozil too looks a potent threat at last. Germany have talent throughout their midfield, but will that be enough?

Argentina showed their dogged determination against Holland. With the emphasis on Messi upfront, it's been overlooked how good their defence has been. Even Dimichelis has looked transformed after his often shocking performances for Manchester City. Javier Mascherano, a bertt defender than midfielder as recognised by Barcelona, will again be ready to plug any gaps that appear. Many people are saying that Argentina have been far from convincing throughout the tournament, but has coach Alejandro Sabella got a final surprise up his sleeve?

Lionel Messi, has played well, he knows no other way, but has looked less of a goal threat than usual. That's because he's been playing much deeper than he's used to. The final should see him moved forward, and if so he will provide much more of a threat than Germany have experienced so far. Perez put in an eye catching performance and should start again, but Higuain could be dropped to accommodate the returning Sergio Aguero.

Germany are warm favourites, but Totel Football, after picking the winners of both semi-finals, are on a hot streak. I predict yet another win by a single goal for Argentina, a result that really will rub salt into the wounds of Brazilian fans.

Whatever the result it's been a great spectacle for football fans across the globe, especially the ones who've added to the interest by picking a Totel Football team. Don't panic, it's only a month until the Premier League resumes, bringing brand new ways to win money on the best fantasy football game around.