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06-14-2014, 09:50 PM
In my opinion what cost Spain a big loss was too relaxing approach. After winning last three big competitions they thought the win will come all by itslef. Also they underrated Netherlands because they had a big change of generations after last Euro but Van Gaal did a great job of creating a harmonious team with so many new representatives.
When Xabi Alonso scored penalty Spain started to play even more relaxed. Van Persie scored key goal in last minutes before half time. That goal raised their morale very high and ... we all know what happen in second half.
Actually nobody has expected much from Netherlands. Everyone was aware change of generations so they came in Brazil with nothing to loose and when you have nothing to loose you play best.
@Kloda, They don't need new goalkeeper. Casillas was awesome. He saved Spain from bigger margin expect one mistake in whole game on 1-3 (when he already knew that they are going to loose) he did a great job. Spain'll be better, this is just first game.
I was disappointed in Xavi. He is no longer that good. It seems too old.
Hmm i wasn't able to watch Greece :/ but i in their defence i would like to say that Colombia is pretty good football nation. Shame Falcao didn't heal in time. They'd be twice time dangerous.
Costa Rica beat Uruguay not Argentina.
First surprise at World Cup. I knew Costa Rica have few good players but they surprised as a team. They stuck together and take the chances for goals. Even though the second goal is from offside i am glad they won.
NOOOW, England - Italy, treat of day... Expect the unexpected!
When Xabi Alonso scored penalty Spain started to play even more relaxed. Van Persie scored key goal in last minutes before half time. That goal raised their morale very high and ... we all know what happen in second half.
Actually nobody has expected much from Netherlands. Everyone was aware change of generations so they came in Brazil with nothing to loose and when you have nothing to loose you play best.
@Kloda, They don't need new goalkeeper. Casillas was awesome. He saved Spain from bigger margin expect one mistake in whole game on 1-3 (when he already knew that they are going to loose) he did a great job. Spain'll be better, this is just first game.
I was disappointed in Xavi. He is no longer that good. It seems too old.
Hmm i wasn't able to watch Greece :/ but i in their defence i would like to say that Colombia is pretty good football nation. Shame Falcao didn't heal in time. They'd be twice time dangerous.
Costa Rica beat Uruguay not Argentina.
First surprise at World Cup. I knew Costa Rica have few good players but they surprised as a team. They stuck together and take the chances for goals. Even though the second goal is from offside i am glad they won.
NOOOW, England - Italy, treat of day... Expect the unexpected!