I expect similar disappoints with Germany and Spain. Netherlands may be on the verge of elimination if Denmark get one more victory, or if Portugal play well against Germany next and at least draw or beat Netherlands, which they are capable of.True im not even angry at Denmark more the Dutch team themself, just a complete disapointment.
How is it possible to miss so many chances.
They need a win over Germany and Portugal, or they will still be on the verge of elimnation. Denmark already has 3 points if they win or draw their next two game they will advance. If todays game ends up in a draw, than they still have a chance (Germany VS Portugal).Yes the Netherlands is in a a predicement, im hoping for a draw against Germany and then a win against Portugal.
Portugal fought quite hard this game, so the pressure mounts on Netherlands now even Germany struggled VS Portugal, but than Netherlands is among the top 3 in this Euros, so they still stand a chance, but at the moment Germany and Denmark are at 3 points a piece and lvl on goals, as Portugal and Netherlands are at 0 points and -1 on goals, so they do have a chance still, but the next 2 day fixtures will be intense for sure.I take it that Germany wins from Denmark and Portugal and draw against us.
And that Portugal only wins against Denmark.
So pretty much that Portugal and Denmark stay on 3 points.
All though im fearing that Denmark is actually going to draw against Germany or Portugal.
I was thinking to do that but there's a time-limit to how much I can edit the Main post. By the time, the Final is reached, that time will be expired and hence I wouldn't be able to post all results. There's a small link though, directing to goal.com's Euro page [Edit: I'm also adding Euro 2012 official page] where you'll get all news, results, table ect... for the tournament. I hope that helps.Hey Escorpiius, is it possible for you to post all the football results on the first post of the thread?
I mean, I guess it's pretty easy to find the results anyway but I dunno, it's just a suggestion.
Unfortunately, I was away but I just saw the array of misses that Holland produced. All-in-all, it doesn't surprise me since was seeing them as weaker than in 2010 anyways. Sneijder is no more in his class shape. Van Bommel and De Jong are less influential. Affelay is great potential but he's still raw. Robben is still the same ego of star but his performance is that of a downed star due to Bayern's disappointments. Kuyt doesn't play at all and is much older now. And if RVP is in a bad night like he was today, then it's the disaster drop. This is an Orange Jeopardy.Group B:
Denmark VS Netherlands 1-0
Denmark goal by Krohn-Dehli
Germany VS Portugal 1-0
Germany goal by Gomez (72)
Well, they are in a predicament since they lost against the team who was bile as the 'weakest'. Still, Denmark might spring even more surprises. This group of Death certainly got spicier with Denmark's win. Now, all 4 teams will fight for those 2 places.I expect similar disappoints with Germany and Spain. Netherlands may be on the verge of elimination if Denmark get one more victory, or if Portugal play well against Germany next and at least draw or beat Netherlands, which they are capable of.
The problem with Nani is that he's always decent or poor. I understand that he got Lahm against him but he need to step up his game. His crosses are too wasteful; even if he succeeds in crossing most of the times. Ronaldo dropped too much in midfield to regulate the play. You clearly sense a lack of proper creative playmaker. Sure, they got hardworking midfielders to help the defense but lack that spunk in offense; relying too much on CR7 and Nani. They did honorably well against a strong team like Germany though with a composed display.Well, the game ended 1-0 for Germany with Gomez scoring the winning goal. I have to say the game was quite boring in the first half as both teams seemed a bit nervous guessing Netherlands loss demotivated Germany a little. I must say Portugal did a lot better than I thought and made Germany work for that victory. The last 10-15 mins were solid play from Portugal only being inconsistence.
Ronaldo was quiet that game, Nani surprisingly played a decent game. I thought Khedira was quite well and played key role for that victory. At the end I thought the same thing was going to happen with Germany that happened with Bayern in CL final, but Portugal was inconsistence there. I will still say Netherlands with that loss now have a tough challenge to get out of group stages.
I saw Mou and his kids in the stand, they act just like himlol all were made at one of the foul called by the ref against Portugal. I can see Mou going to coach Portugal after Madrid success if he gets it, or back to England. Portugal may need Mou in order to see some kind of success.
Anyways the friendly between Argentina VS Brazil was going on also, which was by far much more entertaining than any Euro, so far.
Argentina VS Brazil 4-3
Argentina goals Messi scoring a hattrick and Fernandez adding another
Brazil goals Romulo, Oscar, and Hulk.
I know this doesn't have anything to do with Euros, but thought same may want to hear it.
Portugal fought quite hard this game, so the pressure mounts on Netherlands now even Germany struggled VS Portugal, but than Netherlands is among the top 3 in this Euros, so they still stand a chance, but at the moment Germany and Denmark are at 3 points a piece and lvl on goals, as Portugal and Netherlands are at 0 points and -1 on goals, so they do have a chance still, but the next 2 day fixtures will be intense for sure.
Affelay said in the after game interview that Netherlands loss is like Barcelona to Cheslea. He didn't do that bad of a performance considering he was out almost all this season and just returned back, but he will be one to watch for most. The group has just gotten tougher for Netherlands now.Unfortunately, I was away but I just saw the array of misses that Holland produced. All-in-all, it doesn't surprise me since was seeing them as weaker than in 2010 anyways. Sneijder is no more in his class shape. Van Bommel and De Jong are less influential. Affelay is great potential but he's still raw. Robben is still the same ego of star but his performance is that of a downed star due to Bayern's disappointments. Kuyt doesn't play at all and is much older now. And if RVP is in a bad night like he was today, then it's the disaster drop. This is an Orange Jeopardy.
Cryuff said in a interview don't underesitmate Denmark. He said they are a bit stronger than Portugal, due to their team work ability which Portugal lack as you said seeing CR going back to mid and all.Well, they are in a predicament since they lost against the team who was bile as the 'weakest'. Still, Denmark might spring even more surprises. This group of Death certainly got spicier with Denmark's win. Now, all 4 teams will fight for those 2 places.
Well, Nani doesn't get that much playing time when you think about it, or at least much encouragement. If he departs this year from United wherever he may go he will see a starting role and may improve well for his sakes and Portugals.The problem with Nani is that he's always decent or poor. I understand that he got Lahm against him but he need to step up his game. His crosses are too wasteful; even if he succeeds in crossing most of the times. Ronaldo dropped too much in midfield to regulate the play. You clearly sense a lack of proper creative playmaker. Sure, they got hardworking midfielders to help the defense but lack that spunk in offense; relying too much on CR7 and Nani. They did honorably well against a strong team like Germany though with a composed display.
Germany looks pretty good; clearly taking the upper hand in this stacked Death Group. With Russia clearly the better team in Group A and Spain, seemingly the favorite in Group C, it'll be interesting to see the team that'll top off Group D.
And Messi is finally taking up his International duties in the last Argentina matches. Brazil's team needs to mature seriously by 2014. Otherwise, they might face the grunt of their home fans.
lol The hand ball call was questionable. I mean some may look at it as unintentional, but twice hitting the hand after one another sparks up questions.Friend of mine put a £20 bet on Holland to beat Denmark xd. Wonder what the odds were for Denmark beating Holland. Must've been very healthy
Netherlands are a solid team hope shouldn't be lost, but they will need to fight and win now, only hope.Yes im quite nervous seeing how good Portugal did, i was definatly not expecting it.
But hope is not lost for me.