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