Two Germany fans dressed as milk-maids show their support for their country ahead of their game against Sweden These Sweden fans hold up a warning sign ahead of their second round game against Germany in Munich The hosts get off to a flying start as Lukas Podolski blasts Germany into the lead after only five minutes action in Munich Podolski turns away in celebration after doubling Germany's lead on 12 minutes with a well placed left-foot shot Podolski celebrates his second goal with Miroslav Klose, who played a big part in both of his strike partner's goals Referee Carlos Eugenio Simon smiles as he sends Teddy Lucic off for a second bookable offence on 35 minutes Sweden's hopes of getting back into the game look over when Henrik Larsson spoons a 53rd-minute penalty over the bar Andreas Isaksson keeps his side in touching distance of Germany with some superb saves throughout the game Michael Ballack bosses the midfield all game but his efforts to add to the score are thwarted by a resolute Isaksson An ecstatic Jurgen Klinsmann congratulates Podolski on a job well done after substituting the striker on 74 minutes The host nation celebrates as Germany set up a possible quarter-final clash with Argentina after beating Sweden 2-0
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