So glad the World Cup is back. Happier that those vuvuzelas are not part of it.
What was supposed to be the match of the day was Spain vs. Netherlands featuring the two finalists of the 2010 World Cup. It was a great match for a while with it being tied 1-1 at the half. Then the Dutch got out in front with a goal by Arjen Robben and just started to run away with. Stefan de Vrij then scored in the 65' followed by another goal by Robin Van Persie in the 72' and then another for Arjen Robben in the 80'. The Netherlands win by a final of 5-1.
Not exactly the start Spain was hoping for in the defense of their world title. Meanwhile, the Dutch seemed like a team with a purpose and that was simply revenge. Attached to proving they're a team to be reckoned with in this tournament.
Other games of the day included Mexico getting a 1-0 win over Cameroon which should've been 3-0 but whatever. And then Chile getting a 3-1 win over Australia.
Four World Cup games set for tomorrow including England vs Italy.
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Friday, June 13, 2014
Monday, July 2, 2012
SPAIN CLAIMS SECOND STRAIGHT EURO!!!
When Italy beat Germany with Mario Balotelli scoring two goals, the thought was that perhaps Italy has a chance to beat Spain for the title. Maybe they did but, after this performance, it seems they had the same chance as Pacquiao ever facing Mayweather: NO CHANCE!!!
The Euro 2012 Final was yesterday and Spain was looking to get an historic win over Italy in Kiev, Ukraine. It seems that they had gotten that. Spain scored early with a heading goal by David Silva in the 14'. Later, Jordi Alba makes a great run for a goal in the 41'. The second half came and Italy tried to make a comeback but the subs weren't enough what with one of them turning into an injury. Spain would score two more goals as the game closed out. Spain demolishes Italy, 4-0, and claims their second straight Euro title.
Let the exaggerations begin on how good the Spanish team is. I'll start. The way that Spain has been playing the last few years has been unbelievable and it was shown in this match. Their possession game is too much for anyone to handle right now and it borders on historic. This third straight major title puts this team as one of the greatest national squads ever assembled. If they have this kind of performance in a couple of years, the debate, from my point of view, will be over.
As usual, I get ahead of myself. Enjoy another Euro title, Spain. They still are the Kings of Europe.
The Euro 2012 Final was yesterday and Spain was looking to get an historic win over Italy in Kiev, Ukraine. It seems that they had gotten that. Spain scored early with a heading goal by David Silva in the 14'. Later, Jordi Alba makes a great run for a goal in the 41'. The second half came and Italy tried to make a comeback but the subs weren't enough what with one of them turning into an injury. Spain would score two more goals as the game closed out. Spain demolishes Italy, 4-0, and claims their second straight Euro title.
Let the exaggerations begin on how good the Spanish team is. I'll start. The way that Spain has been playing the last few years has been unbelievable and it was shown in this match. Their possession game is too much for anyone to handle right now and it borders on historic. This third straight major title puts this team as one of the greatest national squads ever assembled. If they have this kind of performance in a couple of years, the debate, from my point of view, will be over.
As usual, I get ahead of myself. Enjoy another Euro title, Spain. They still are the Kings of Europe.
Friday, June 29, 2012
Spain and Italy to Meet in Euro Final
Euro 2012 is almost over as the semifinals have just ended.
The first match between Spain and Portugal in another Iberian Classic. The battle for the peninsula was droll during the main match and had to go all the way into penalties. The PK's went Spain's way as Cesc Fabregas hit the winner, 4-2, while Cristiano Ronaldo didn't even get a chance to shoot for Portugal. He was scheduled to shoot fifth but didn't have to. A possible blunder for the Portuguese squad as thier coach, Paulo Bento, will surely be questioned for the decision to not have Ronaldo shoot earlier in the PK's. Meanwhile, Spain moves on for a chance to repeat as champs of the Euro.
The other semifinal was between Germany and Italy. The match became all about Mario Balotelli, the Italian star who usually plays for Man City. While his antics might be best left off the pitch, no one can argue with the fact that he can score. He had a heading goal in the 20' and then a second goal with a nice drive and kick in the 36'. Despite a yellow card because of the celebration of the 2nd goal, those goals went a long way. Italy wins on the goals, 2-1, and head to the final. Balotelli makes headlines for Italy.
Now it's Spain and Italy in the final for Sunday. A nice match up between the last two champions of the World Cup. Spain, however, are my favorite to win the final. While their style isn't exactly the most exciting, it's effective and gets them results.
The first match between Spain and Portugal in another Iberian Classic. The battle for the peninsula was droll during the main match and had to go all the way into penalties. The PK's went Spain's way as Cesc Fabregas hit the winner, 4-2, while Cristiano Ronaldo didn't even get a chance to shoot for Portugal. He was scheduled to shoot fifth but didn't have to. A possible blunder for the Portuguese squad as thier coach, Paulo Bento, will surely be questioned for the decision to not have Ronaldo shoot earlier in the PK's. Meanwhile, Spain moves on for a chance to repeat as champs of the Euro.
The other semifinal was between Germany and Italy. The match became all about Mario Balotelli, the Italian star who usually plays for Man City. While his antics might be best left off the pitch, no one can argue with the fact that he can score. He had a heading goal in the 20' and then a second goal with a nice drive and kick in the 36'. Despite a yellow card because of the celebration of the 2nd goal, those goals went a long way. Italy wins on the goals, 2-1, and head to the final. Balotelli makes headlines for Italy.
Now it's Spain and Italy in the final for Sunday. A nice match up between the last two champions of the World Cup. Spain, however, are my favorite to win the final. While their style isn't exactly the most exciting, it's effective and gets them results.
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