Euro 2012 Photos

Euro 2012: Germany oust Denmark to top Group B

June 18, 2012 15:40

Goals from Lukas Podolski and Lars Bender gave Germany their third win in the tournament as they remained unbeaten in their group after defeating Denmark 2-1.

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Goals from Lukas Podolski and Lars Bender gave Germany their third win in the tournament as they remained unbeaten in their group after defeating Denmark 2-1. (AFP Photo)
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In this crucial clash, both teams had alot to play for. The Danes needed a win to make it to the next round and Germany's aim was to finish with three wins and top their group in the build up to the quarter finals. (AFP Photo)
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It was first blood to Germany as Lukas Podolski celebrated his 100th cap by scoring in the nineteenth minute to put them ahead. (AFP Photo)
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Denmark responded within five minutes when Michael Krohn-Dehli found the back of the net to draw level. A clear indication that the match was far from over and would not be a one sided contest. (AFP Photo)
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What followed was a battle for possession as players grappled to get hold of the ball. Both teams were not holding back as they knew the importance of a win. (AFP Photo)
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The battle intensified as the Danes pushed foreward only to be met by fierce counter attacking by the Germans who are known to thrive in such situations. (AFP Photo)
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German fans were clearly behind their team as they keenly followed every moment of the game. (AFP Photo)
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The deadlock was finally broken in the latter stages of the match. Defender Lars Bender scored his first international goal for Germany and what was to be the match winner. (AFP Photo)
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Fans broke into a frenzy as they went delirious with joy the moment the final whistle was blown. (AFP Photo)
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The win meant Denmark were out of the tournament and the Germans were unbeaten and at the top of their group. Just the tonic they needed as they gear up for the knock out phase of Euro 2012. (AFP Photo)

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