5 Reasons why Germany will lift the World Cup in Russia this summer

#5 Penalty shoot-out

Graziano Pelle shockingly misses the target as Manuel Neuer wins mind games

Last but not least, there's that old banality of never betting against the Germans when it comes to penalties. The four-time champs have been successful in their last six shoot-outs at the major competitions, dating back to the 1982 World Cup.

Regardless of whether you do figure out how to hold off Löw's side, you most likely have to beat them in 120 minutes. The penalty shoot-out lottery has been running in the Germans' favour for quite a while now and I doubt anyone will be willing to take their chances.