FINAL UPDATE

GENTLEMEN! We have sadly come to a close with the 2014 World Cup and our beloved pool. It is time to announce our victor! But before I do that, we should reflect on the World Cup playoff rounds, which strangled us by our emotions and violently shook us like the Hulk tossing Loki in The Avengers.

First, the Quarter Finals... Luiz's phenomenal long ranged free-kick sealed it for Brazil against Colombia. Hummels glancing header proved triumphant as Germany dismantled France. Krul's intimidation tactics rattled the Costa Ricans as the Dutch prevailed in PKs. Higuain's early and perfect turning half-volley was enough for Argentina to roll past the Belgians.

The Semi Finals left us ALL bewildered as to what was unfolding in front of our intent gazes. Namely, Brazil versus the giant, Germany. Seven freaking one. That result and the horrific defending by the Brazilians is now permanently etched into World Cup long-term memory. Die Mannschaft stole candy from a weeping baby. This video depicts the result perfectly:

Klose's 16th World Cup goal also meant that he passed Ronaldo as the all time goals leader! We witnessed history, people. Though he better watch out for Müller in four years time...

In the other game, the Netherlands were left wondering what could have been. As the Dutch came on strong in the final minutes, Mascherano's sliding defensive play was the difference. Robben held on an extra touch and it cost him. Penalties ensued, Romero was huge, Cillessen couldn't do what Krul could, and that was that!

The Finals stage was set: Germany vs Argentina! A game of back and forth chances, with Germany controlling possession and Argentina counter attacking aggressively. It was quite exciting even though the 0-0 scoreline continued to show. Higuain will be haunted for a long time... he didn't capitalize on a Kroos giveaway that left him on a mini break against Neuer (Higuain also got wrecked later, as Neuer flattened him on his way to punch the ball out. OUCH). Höwedes was left in disbelief as his header smashed the post on the brink of half time as well.

However, Götze the super sub, was and is now the name on everybody's lips. His heroic falling, chest to volley goal in the 113' of Extra Time will forever live on in German World Cup folklore. Truly a World Cup winning goal. Germany were the extremely better side and they got what they deserved: The World Cup and the title of World Champions.

Now for our POOL! Here is the podium:

1. Joely "Balls"

2. Samurai Mal

3. Jonny "Balls"

HERE ARE THE FINAL RESULTS!

Congrats JOELY! Spend your winnings wisely. Our top trio ended up being a Janke Snake Sandwich--props to Mal for squeezing in between those cunning bros!

We hope to see you again for our EURO 2016 Pool!

Have a great rest of your summer!

CHEERS.