
In the middle of the park, Juan Roman Riquelme looks his usual creative self as he attempts to fashion an opening goal


The ever-dangerous Hernan Crespo keeps Christoph Metzelder on his toes as the hosts' backline holds firm

The second half starts badly for Germany as Roberto Ayala's powerful header, from Riquelme's corner, finds the net


The goal, only Ayala's seventh in 105 appearances, sparks wild celebrations as Argentina get a foot in the semi-finals


The hosts' hunt for an equaliser comes to an end 10 minutes later when top scorer Klose stoops to head them level


Argentina have the better of the extra 30 minutes with Tevez continuing to cause problems for Germany's defence


The game goes to penalties and the sides trade spot-kicks until Ayala's weak attempt is blocked by Jens Lehmann


Germany's unerring players move the score to 4-2 making Esteban Cambiasso's penalty crucial but he sees it saved


This time it is the turn of the hosts to celebrate as they book a semi-final place against Italy or Ukraine in Dortmund