Matterazzi uses his head, Zizou loses his
Its sad that a match of this stature and quality will be remembered for a rash moment in the career of a Genius. The match survey at bbc.co.uk asks us whether the incident will tarnish ZZ image. I think not. Strictly avoidable yes, but no blemish in my book. I would definitely let the man come and collect his medal.
The Azzurri are worthy champions. This in my memory is probably the one team that has won on the back of contributions from virtually everyone on the field. I guess that even in such a well balanced team there will always be some outstanding individuals. I guess the surprising factor is that this honor will be shared by a couple of defensive players; Cannavaro (truly captain courageous) and Bouffon.
The match I am happy to report started on the right note. Both teams were playing an attacking brand of footer that will only help the already phenomenal popularity of the game. The penalty awarded against Matterazzi seemed a trifle hasty. There was nothing hasty about the conversion though. It proves that fire and ice can co-exist. From there on the Italians took the attack to the Gaulish camp and clearly looked the more potent force. Matterazzis clinical conversion of Prilos crisp cross did nothing to stem the flow of fluid football from the feet of the mercurial Italians. While Mat did his job Barthez obviously did not. With someone as efficient as Bouffon at the other end he looked woefully inadequate. The Italians inability to find the net again surprised me, but probably is attributed to that unsung hero Claude Makelele ably assisted by Thuram and Gallas.
The second half seemed to revive the French and saw the balance of power tilt a bit. Ribery proved once again why he is one of the most exciting young prospects in world footer. Henry was at his menacing best and required Cannavaro and cos pulling all stops to maintain parity on the score board.
Lippi was in my opinion the more adventurous of the coaches. He invested in Iquinta, De Rosa and Del Piero well before the 2nd half came to a close. Taking Totti off was justified. He seemed to be making no impact on the game. Domenique followed his illustrious counterparts cue by bringing on Wiltord, Trezeguet and Diarra for the injured Viera (clearly a loss). Though I guess taking TH off was an error.
The overtime witnessed what will probably go down in the annals of history as one amongst the darkest hours in the world cup final chronicles. I don’t understand the event and wont comment on it.
The shoot out saw poetic justice in many ways. Neither goalie (despite Boufons larger than life image and Barthezs antics) were able to guess right on a single occasion. The only player to miss a strike was the most prolific striker to represent either side in the shoot out. The Italians finished with a powerful blow from Grosso, a rising star and one of their outstanding contributors at Germany06.
More on footer whenever the heart or faithful (though non existent) public demands. Looking forward to the EPL.
All pics from: bbc.co.uk
The Azzurri are worthy champions. This in my memory is probably the one team that has won on the back of contributions from virtually everyone on the field. I guess that even in such a well balanced team there will always be some outstanding individuals. I guess the surprising factor is that this honor will be shared by a couple of defensive players; Cannavaro (truly captain courageous) and Bouffon.
The match I am happy to report started on the right note. Both teams were playing an attacking brand of footer that will only help the already phenomenal popularity of the game. The penalty awarded against Matterazzi seemed a trifle hasty. There was nothing hasty about the conversion though. It proves that fire and ice can co-exist. From there on the Italians took the attack to the Gaulish camp and clearly looked the more potent force. Matterazzis clinical conversion of Prilos crisp cross did nothing to stem the flow of fluid football from the feet of the mercurial Italians. While Mat did his job Barthez obviously did not. With someone as efficient as Bouffon at the other end he looked woefully inadequate. The Italians inability to find the net again surprised me, but probably is attributed to that unsung hero Claude Makelele ably assisted by Thuram and Gallas.
The second half seemed to revive the French and saw the balance of power tilt a bit. Ribery proved once again why he is one of the most exciting young prospects in world footer. Henry was at his menacing best and required Cannavaro and cos pulling all stops to maintain parity on the score board.
Lippi was in my opinion the more adventurous of the coaches. He invested in Iquinta, De Rosa and Del Piero well before the 2nd half came to a close. Taking Totti off was justified. He seemed to be making no impact on the game. Domenique followed his illustrious counterparts cue by bringing on Wiltord, Trezeguet and Diarra for the injured Viera (clearly a loss). Though I guess taking TH off was an error.
The overtime witnessed what will probably go down in the annals of history as one amongst the darkest hours in the world cup final chronicles. I don’t understand the event and wont comment on it.
The shoot out saw poetic justice in many ways. Neither goalie (despite Boufons larger than life image and Barthezs antics) were able to guess right on a single occasion. The only player to miss a strike was the most prolific striker to represent either side in the shoot out. The Italians finished with a powerful blow from Grosso, a rising star and one of their outstanding contributors at Germany06.
More on footer whenever the heart or faithful (though non existent) public demands. Looking forward to the EPL.
All pics from: bbc.co.uk
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