Neymar vs. Ginter and 5 Key Battles in the Olympic Games Football Final

Brazil have only gotten better as this Olympic men's football tournament has progressed, and the hosts will play on Saturday for the chance to win their first-ever gold medal.A considerable obstacle still lies in the Selecao's path, however, in the shape of formidable Germany.Both football giants have progressed to the gold-medal match unbeaten, recovering from slow starts to thoroughly earn their place in the decider. Strong defences and dynamic attacking play have typified each of the nations' campaigns thus far.Rogerio Micale's expectant home team will be hoping for another blockbuster performance from captain Neymar, who has come alive in the knockout stages. Opposite him will be Matthias Ginter, who has plenty of experience in stopping elite forwards from his time at Borussia Dortmund.That clash will be key in deciding the fate of the gold-medal match, but the likes of Gabriel Jesus, Serge Gnabry, Renato Augusto and Sven Bender will also have their say as the Maracana Stadium gears up to host one of the most tantalising Olympic finals in living memory.Begin Slideshow
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