The World Cup semi-finals are upon us and presents a matchup of Sweden and Spain. The Swedes have been one of the strongest teams in the tournament having won their group with three victories, getting through the Round of 16 by a hair or less against the USA, and largely controlling their quarter final matchup against Japan by winning 2-1. They have allowed just two goals the whole World Cup and seem to be growing into the tournament nicely.
Spain has had a rockier path to the semis with a second place finish in their group, including a 4-0 drubbing at the hands of Japan.