Random thoughts on the last two days of action:
1. As expected, Spain looke great in attack. They also look highly suspect in defence – and in their own heads. Witness the panic that broke out when they led 3-1.
2. Cesc Fabregas’s goal was disgracefully offside. Poor old Akinfeev in the Russian goal deserved better after [...]
June 12, 2008
Euro 2008 Diary: Days 4 & 5
June 12, 2008
Euro 2008 Group A: Penalties to Decide Group Stalemate
UEFA have confirmed that penalties will be used to decide the second qualifier from Group A if the Czech Republic and Turkey draw their final group match on Sunday.
The sides have identical records after two games, both having three points, scored two goals and conceded three. This will be the first time that penalties will [...]
June 12, 2008
Euro 2008: Predictions Update
Not a bad start for the Soccer Scribe. Okay, it’s looking difficult for both Italy and Romania to progress from Group C, but a draw in their meeting on Friday will keep both in contention. I’d fancy the Romanians to beat the Dutch – they already did in qualifying – if they have two points [...]
