
Michael Ballack slammed the reaction of some of Germany's fans after his side endured a barrage of boos during their disappointing draw with Finland.
Switzerland and Slovakia seized Europe's last two automatic berths in South Africa, while Portugal, Greece, Slovenia and Ukraine made the play-offs.
Group 4 leaders Germany needed a late goal by Lukas Podolski as they snatched a draw at home to Finland in their final South Africa 2010 qualifier.
Philipp Lahm has spoken about Germany's inability to beat Finland, and revealed that he understands the supporters' boos that greeted the final whistle.
Coach Joachim Low is likely to give fringe players an opportunity to shine when Germany face Finland on Wednesday in their final South Africa 2010 qualifier.
Switzerland, Greece, Slovakia and Slovenia head into Wednesday's final qualifiers hoping to claim the two remaining direct tickets to South Africa.