THE GERMAN TRIUMVIRATE: Germany coach Joachim Loew copped huge criticism when he put captain Philipp Lahm in midfield instead of his usual right-back slot. After consecutive unconvincing shows against the USA, Ghana and Algeria in the group stage, Loew finally restored Lahm to his rightful place and settled for Khedirari Schweinsteiger-Kroos in the midfield. The trio is now the pivot upon which Germany's resilience is built. Having seen the demolition job against Brazil, Argentina coach Alejandro Sabella will know that not allowing Germany's middle to dictate the game will hold the key to their success.