SEMI SURPRISES

Germany vs Turkey

Germany: The Germans have had a good tournament so far, crushing their opposition, and playing their natural game. Their three pronged attack Klose, Podolski and Gomez has worked so far, with Schweinsteiger not far behind. Lahm too has been terrific. Meanwhile former Arsenal Gk Lehmann has guarded the goal precariously, but has given easy chances to the opposition.
But the one problem is when Klose or Podolski is marked; they buckle under the pressure as seen in the Croatia match. But they too have tricks under their sleeves such as Podolski’s speed, Ballack’s free kicks and Klose’s deadly headers.

This team is deadly and can crush the opposition if allowed too much room.

Turkey : One of the dark horses of the tournament, Turkey has proved that it has the talent and the grit to topple mountains. This team literally kicked out Czech republic in the last 15 minutes of their game and sealed Croatia’s doom in the last minute. But this team has been hit hard with yellow cards and suspensions with star Tuncay along with a few other players unable to play the semis clash. So will this team topple the giants Germany?? Only time will tell.


Spain vs Russia:

Russia: This team has travelled far after being drubbed in their first game with Spain 1-4. This team defeated former cup holders Greece and Sweden to reach the quarters where they threw away Holland to set up a semis clash with Spain. They have no pressure on them and they play free flowing football. Their main players Arshavin, Pavlyuchenko, Zhirkov and Bilyadetinov are more than capable to defeat Spain. Coach Guus Hiddink has achieved the semis and wants nothing more, but would not leave a finals spot too easily.

Spain: The Spaniards have weathered some of the most difficult teams to reach the semis. They have also broken the 22nd June curse. They have taught the opposition a lesson not to mess with them by winning every match till now. Their young squad includes Fabregas, Xavi, Torres, Ramos, Puyol, Villa all of whom are in the best of form. Coach Aragones too is no pushover and is determined to see Spain clinch the title before he retires, thus seeing the Iberians on a high.

Will the Giant Killers crush Spain or will the Group Match Be Replayed???