European Championship 2008

Originally posted by markp91[..]

It's always the same against Deutschland: Germans are Germans. I said it this afternoon, now I say it again. There is a dutch comedian who once said:
'Je hebt pas van Duitsers gewonnen als ze in de bus terug naar huis zitten'
Which means:
You know you won for sure from the Germans when they're in the bus back home...

Originally posted by AlexThis was an improvement of 100% since the last matches. Our boys had one moment of genius on the left side and two goals from free kicks with a little help from the referee. Portugal were great fighters, especially in the midfield, and they came back twice after German defense mistakes, but the German team didn't break down. In fact, they proved to be a world class team - on eye level with Portugal. In the last minute Podolski could (should) have been scoring another goal, but obviously he was too exhausted.

After all, other than I expected, it was a great match to watch, with the lucky end on our side.

Alex

Originally posted by MWSAHRemember the words once spoken by Gary Lineker.

Originally posted by WojBhoy[..]
There have been many...which ones?

And re. tonight, didn't I say that the teams who start out well often fall flat on their arses? Thing is, Portugal were unfortunate in that they rested key players against Switzerland and the whole team suffered; the same thing almost happened with Spain, but I think my theory might not apply to Holland because they've been full steam ahead throughout. However, I still think they may fall short...

...I have a feeling that one of Croatia or Russia is going to take the title because they are building momentum as they go - both started relatively indifferently, yet look more impressive the further they go. Same with Germany and Italy...

...either way, it's shaping up to be a great climax to a great tournament

Originally posted by MWSAH[..]

"Football is a simple game; 22 men chase a ball for 90 minutes and at the end, the Germans win."

Originally posted by MWSAH[..]

"Football is a simple game; 22 men chase a ball for 90 minutes and at the end, the Germans win."

Originally posted by WojBhoy[..]
Ahhhh...

...wise words from Sultan Vinegar then!

Originally posted by MWSAH[..]

For sure...just heard that Steve McClaren will be the new coach of FC Twente here. Surprising move...I think he's the first Englishman after Robson to manage a Dutch team here.

Originally posted by RemyWell, I always want the Germans to lose (especially since my class at school is full of them) but I dislike the Portugese even more so I'm glad the Germans are through. Still hoping for a Germany - Holland final with Holland as winner!

Holland is gonna win this tournament, and why? Because Portugal can't take them out anymore, like they did in 2006 and 2004