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Tuesday, June 24, 2008

Opposite Extreme Match!

Germany against Turkey in the semis... who would have guess that? No one... In fact, no one would have believe Turkey could get away when Czech was leading by 2 goals in last 15 minutes and even more dramatically when Croatia broke the deadlock in the with only 2 extra minutes to go; Turkey somehow got the equaliser just in time for them. The penalty victiory eventually set them out against one of the early favourites-- Germany! Germany who suffered a series of critism after the lose to Croatia had been in top form when they clearly outplayed their quarter-final opponent, Portugal in every areas. The semis however would not be an even match for me though... Turkey could only have a list of 14 players that is fits to play and that includes 2 keepers. Germany, in contrast, have all 23 players ready to get called up to do the service. In terms of the tactically, let just give Turkey the credit for being in the semis, we would just assume it is a draw in that area. However, individually is a totally different things! Germany have 2 strong defenders in the penalty area that can handle high ball comfortably, Klose, Podolski, Schweinsteiger, and Ballack ( all the attacking players ) look to be in fine conditions as well. This hasn't include the boost Germans will get when Frings, the defensive midfieder could once again fit to play; would certainly form a better protection in front of the defenders against the already depleted Turkish side. Turkey team, as i already mentioned just now, had loss their captain and the star player-- Nihat. Another a huge blow suffered by the turkish side as another first choice striker--Tuncay is suspended for the semis. Things would only get worst for Turkey as Germany would not only welcome Frings back to the team but also their previously-underfired coach, Loew back to the coach bench to give instruction off the field. Germans, undoubtedly looks to be cruising to the final... waiting for either Russia or Spain to have a go for the Euro 2008 Championship!!!

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