Euro 2008

[GlobalExplorer]

Too bad I did the same thing as skybird. Got bored in the second half and then went off to get some cigarettes. Maybe I should have watched to the end ...

Now it's gonna be a hell of a fuzz here in Berlin about GER-TUR. I still hope it's gonna stay friendly because the turks have honestly craved for this game. Turkish fans don't binge drink so they should keep their head.

Anyway, glad for the Turks. Too bad their team was a real joy to watch 4-6 years ago and should have won against Brasil, atm I don't find them too exciting.

[Dan D]

Well, yesterday, Portugal: Germany, was my wife's birthday. It was one hell of a party!
Now guess what, next Wednesday, when the Geman team plays the semi-final, it will be my birthday party. Bring it on.

[asanovic7]

What to say?

Croatia had about 5+ chances, didn't score but in reality to me, and maybe because our team is still somewhat young, Turkish are a better, more prepared and braver team, that's why they had luck because they fought to the end. Nice for them.
Bilic made a mistake with petric, but that is now history.. The only thing Petric ever did right was the goal to the english and because he remembered a thing or two about suker, idiot.
At least, the Germans didn't get their chance for revenge, aah we would beat them still(we always play better with those overly proud big teams :rotfl. Now they face a beaten up Turkey, but as I said Turkish are fighters, maybe they can do it..

And about the comments of being bored, if you play soccer or football, whatever, there is nothing more intense than 0:0 score with a fight to the teeth, but shure you have to have handball results to be fun? :rotfl:

Schweini , that is because of his blond hair..

Cheers

p.s. Now I have two wishes, that Niko Kranjcar goes to Roma and Italia to be champion.. :rotfl:

[Red Heat]

Originally Posted by GlobalExplorer

To the Portuguese, don't deceive yourself by sulking about the referee and bad luck. Everyone who has experience with football knows that these things will always level out over a longer time.

I think the Portuguese are a class act (my heart almost stopped every time they got close to our penalty box), but the germans yesterday had one of those rare days when luck is on your side. Sure the Portuguese did not play convincingly, but which team would not get into trouble if you have to concede two goals out of the blue?

As a german I am very happy about this unexpected success, but I think we should'nt be too exhuberant. Because again, it was mostly the reputation of german football that carried us through again. I say this because I had the nagging feeling that the Portuguese had too much respect for the germans. Did they not watch our other games? Did they not know that the german defense is brittle and we literally sh_t our pants when we play against really talented players like the portuguese strikers?

In that respect, Croatia is the team that really impressed me. Because they have realized very well how germany can be defeated and they seem to actually enjoy playing against us. It will really be an interesting constellation if they should play against us in the semifinal too.

I say all this because yesterday I was really surprised by the turn of events, considering that I expected nothing I was rubbing my eyes when I saw how timid and methodical the Portuguese started into the match. The only explanation is that they were thinking too much, and were punished for it.

Anyway, even though they dropped out too early, the Portuguese made a fantastic impression in this tournament and can look forward to the next one.

Thank you very much for your words...
I admit some times i use some "heavy" words about the Euro 08, but my words dont ment to be personal attacks to nobody or Country. They can talk about the Portugal team as "one" wich really is, but i dont admit any bad education, or lack of respect about or players, specialy about Cristiano Ronaldo, wich is from my hometown and my friend.

P.S. My apolagies to all for any kind of excesse...I only try to defend my Country, Team, and the Proud of to be Portuguish, and my friends!

asanovic7,

don't feel bad, Croatia played very well. And it was you guys who knocked England out, that is almost bigger then winning the whole thing. Also Croatia had more chances through the game, they would have 'deserved' to win but unfortunately only the goals count in football.

[stabiz]

Those turks had all the luck, sprinkled with some fighting spirit. Annoying, I was hoping to see Croatia in the final.

[GlobalExplorer]

Originally Posted by Red Heat

Thank you very much for your words...

Thanks for noticing that I was'nt going to rub it in your face that you lost. I am not dutch.

[GlobalExplorer]

Until yesterday Croatia had really impressed me, and I am a bit surprised that they let this opportunity pass. Seems they only play well against the big teams and get into trouble if they are the favorite.

Originally Posted by stabiz

Those turks had all the luck, sprinkled with some fighting spirit. Annoying, I was hoping to see Croatia in the final.

Fate seems to favor the Turks this time, and Germany must be very careful that we let not get them past to the final.

But whatever, Germany - Italia is now my bet. Those are the only two teams left that are known for consistency.

[Schroeder]

Originally Posted by GlobalExplorer

Thanks for noticing that I was'nt going to rub it in your face that you lost. I am not dutch.

I don't think all Dutch would do that.

Besides there is a nice joke about the relationship between Dutch and German football fans.

"Two Dutch and one German football fan are sitting in a plane to travel to the next world championship. The Dutch guys are sitting close to the window while the German is sitting next to the walkway (is that the English term for the little way through the plane?).
After the start the German takes off his shoes. After a couple of minutes one Dutch asks the German to let him through, so he could see a flight attendant to get a coke. The German says that he would go and get the coke for him. After he left the Dutch takes one of his shoes and spits into it. When the German returns the second Dutch asks him to get him a coke as well so he leaves again. Now the other Dutch takes the second shoe and spits into it too. After the landing the German puts his shoes on and realizes immediately what had happened. He turns to the Dutch and asks: How long to we have to keep this feud up. it's so silly that Dutch and Germans have to play tricks on each other all the time. Always this spitting into shoes and peeing into coke...."
:rotfl:

So come on guys, take it easy.

[HunterICX]

Originally Posted by GlobalExplorer

Thanks for noticing that I was'nt going to rub it in your face that you lost. I am not dutch.

Originally Posted by GlobalExplorer

F_ck the Dutch.

whats your problem?



HunterICX

[VonDos]

Russian win on dutchmans!

Now italy\spain: who'll win?

[HunterICX]

What a horrible match, Really I havent seen Holland play that clumsy...
Really, whats up with the teams that start so promising and then they get beaten by a team that started horrible, I guess its better to start horrible and get better then start almighty and lose in the semis.
Russia really had good attacks and very dangerous long shots.
good play Russia!

HunterICX

[Red Heat]

Another turn in Euro 2008...Outstanding game between Holland vs Russia!

[GlobalExplorer]

поздравления Россия! This russian team is obviously enjoying playing football so much, they deserve this so much !! though I thought at times russian spectators must have gone insane about the many wasted chances, but it turned out well.

[Red Heat]

The Great revelations from this Euro 08 its was Turkish Team, Croacia, and of course Russia, it was total surprise...and i think it will be more, special about Italian Team, oh yes!