Germany hopes to put a stranglehold on Group A in the 2012 Euro qualifiers on June 3rd as they travel to Austria for a game at Ernst Happel Stadion. A win here would give Germany an excellent chance at making the tournament as they lead the group with 15 points from five wins in five games. Austria desperately needs the points as they have seven points with two wins, two losses, and a draw. We will provide all readers with tips and updates for Euro 2012 betting and other news regarding the tournament.There could be fireworks when these two neighbours meet in Vienna and Germany wont underestimate the Austrians as there are many of them playing in the Bundesliga.Germany wont know if midfielder Sami Khedira of Real Madrid will be fit enough to play until just before the kickoff. Hes been out of action with a thigh problem, but is hoping to pass a late fitness test. However, its doubtful that top striker Miroslav Klose will be able to play as hes also sidelined with an injury. To make things worse, fellow striker Lukas Podolski could also miss the match if he doesnt pass a late test. It also looks like Bastian Schweinsteiger, Sven Bender, and Christian Traesch could also miss the game. Austrian midfielder Paul Scharner doesnt think his team can realistically make Euro 2012 and said hes hoping they can focus on upsetting the Germans in their two matches against them. Marc Janko, Austrias captain added that the squad has trained hard and they have nothing to lose as theyre the underdogs to the powerful Germans.However, a win could put Austria back in contention as theyre only three points back of second-placed Belgium and also have a game in hand. Belgium trails Germany by five points and dont play again until October.Even with a long injury list, Germany is the more talented squad, but Austria has a good attacker in Martin Harnik, who was born in Germany, and hell need to be in top form for Austria to pull out three points. German! y beat U ruguay 2-1 in a friendly last week and has a lot of momentum and motivation heading into this match. However, the Germans arent perfect and that was proven a few months ago when Australia beat them 2-1 in their own backyard in a friendly.

Predictions for Austria vs Germany

A draw doesnt really do Austria much good here, but its better than nothing. A win would put them level with Belgium and they should be going for all three points. However, its unlikely the Austrians will attack and theyll likely be too defensive minded. Germany should create enough opportunities and bury a couple of them to win by one or two goals. Bet on this game online at Betsafe!