I never liked German football although they're usually the front runners. But this world cup has brought a lot of surprises in general, so you just can't tell who's gonna end up winning the cup!
As far as Russians vs. Americans go, they're comfortable being business partners now with occasional breaks :)
So, like some wise (but filthy) old men once said, "There are not real friendships in politics or economy, just interests." In other words, capitalist today, communist tomorrow, a little of both the day after depending where the profit is huh? :)
It's all about money... it's the ultimate religion :)