Morten Olsen: Denmark are still in contention for a quarter-final place

Ambitious

"If I do decide to take somebody out or bring somebody in, then I do it for one reason and that is that the player coming in is better suited for our style of play.

"I will definitely not be taking anybody out to give them a rest for future games.

"If I do change anything, then it will be because I am convinced it is for the good of the team.

"We have a great bench and, if we go through, then we are going to need the players, as we always have done.

"I can see ambitious players who want to play. I would not read too much into them being unhappy not to be playing - I would be more concerned if they were happy with the situation."

Germany will need no reminding that their recent record against Denmark is not the best - with their first meeting seeing the Danes claim a shock European Championship success back in 1992.

Hopeful

Denmark are unbeaten in the last three encounters between the two nations, with coach Morten Olsen having overseen two wins and a draw.

He is, however, aware that his side face a tough task if they are to claim a notable scalp and make their way into the last eight.

"We go into the game hopeful of going through and it can't get more exciting than this," he said.

"Nothing is impossible and we will be going out to win.

"We have experienced both ends of the emotional spectrum in recent weeks - one euphoric and one downbeat. We are keen to experience the first one again."

Dennis Rommedahl is unavailable for Denmark due to injury, while Niki Zimling is also a doubt and will face a late fitness test.

Olsen will not reveal who is in line to step in as replacements, saying: "I have 23 players in the squad and it depends on who we feel is right for this game.

"There are pros and cons to every decision. No player is perfect, it is about finding the perfect blend of players."

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