The focus ahead of this match is definitely on Germany, who are still struggling to qualify for the knockout rounds after their shock defeat to Colombia last time out, so South Korea will need to deliver a rebound performance to win the match.
I think the Germans made a big mistake. After Alexandra Popp tied the game late, the team pressed all the way forward, hoping to come back and beat Colombia, but they should have played a little more conservatively and settled for a point. As a result, the team's defense was exposed, and the winning goal was scored before the end of the match, creating the coldest result of this year's tournament so far. However, strong teams are often able to respond to pressure, and there is no doubt that Germany is capable of delivering a rebound performance.
Alexandra Pope is in great form with three goals in two group games and is expected to be the biggest goal threat. In addition, Obedov will try to control the midfield, while Karana Buhou has the ability to pose a problem on the wings. However, I think the German midfielders need to provide better protection for the back four, so Sarah Dabizy and Lena Maguire will have the responsibility of defending as well as creating goalscoring opportunities for the strikers.
South Korea have lost both of their group matches and I was expecting a better performance from them, although they were aiming to finish in the top two of the group, they look like they will end up on the bottom of the table after they were beaten by Morocco in cold weather.
