2014 FIFA World Cup

Incredible stuff. I was thinking that Germany is probably going to win against this Brazil, but that... How could the defense play so badly?

This was not only the highest win in a World Cup semi final ever, it was also the highest win in any k.o. duel in World Cup history.

And way to go for Klose with his 16th!

Now I am really really hoping for the Dutchies to make the finals, because then finally a European country would win the World Cup in South America. Furthermore, for the first time since 1998, it wouldn't be the case that I am disappointed after a World Cup final. [In 98, I was rooting for France (being 5 years old and not even having a proper idea of what Brazil is); in 02, I was rooting for Germany in the finals, in 06 I wanted France to win and in 10 I was hoping for the Dutchies]

I won't be able to see the second semi final and the game for third place :( see you on Sunday ^^
 
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continue to read the sentence. You're German, you should be used to long sentences! I wanted to say that for the first time since 1998, I wouldn't have to worry that a team I don't support wins the finals. In 1998, I supported France - they won. In 2002, I supported Germany - they lost. In 2006, I supported France - they lost. in 2010, I supported the Netherlands - they lost. If the final this year were Germany - Netherlands, I wouldn't care who wins and I wouldn't have to be disappointed after the finals. That is independent of the first part of the sentence, where I state that a final Germany - Netherlands would make sure that for the first time, a European team would win the World Cup in South America. I edited the post to make it clearer.
 
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I have to feel sorry for Brazil that invested so much into this event and be humiliated like this. This result kind of makes one feel a little less bad that Portugal took 4 in the opening game though.
 
Finally the beast has re-awoken. Germany deserved the big win; Brazil's true colours finally showed. My Colombian brothers are redeemed!


Come on Holland!!!
 
Sin-H said:
Incredible stuff. I was thinking that Germany is probably going to win against this Brazil, but that... How could the defense play so badly?

This was not only the highest win in a World Cup semi final ever, it was also the highest win in any k.o. duel in World Cup history.
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Sweden - Cuba ended 8-0 in the quarter-final in 1938.
 
No wonder Neymar broke his back... he was carrying the entire Brazil team!

Also, I'm going for a Germany-Netherlands final with Germany winning 2-1.
 
Well... I have to say I'm not so disappointed after all. Netherlands were so boring in their last two games and at least they won't have a chance to turn the final into a dull 0-0. ;)
 
I nearly fell asleep, anyone else think that was deathly boring? Gooooo Germany !
 
mark49152 said:
Well... I have to say I'm not so disappointed after all. Netherlands were so boring in their last two games and at least they won't have a chance to turn the final into a dull 0-0. ;)
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newtonbase said:
Argentina will certainly make for a better final but Germany will be strong favourites.
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I find your perspectives interesting... why are we blaming Holland for making the game boring? There were two teams on the field, and Argentina was overall the more defensive.

Sure the game was boring as hell, but it was the consequence of both teams refusing to take any risks whatsoever. Shame on both Holland and Argentina for preferring the penalty shoot-out, and it serves Holland right that they lost as a result (and Argentina will get their punishment at the hands of the German's in a few days).


This performance makes me embarrassed to be a fan of the Netherlands, when they're capable of so much more. What horrible strategy on the part of the coach. Four years of waiting to go out on that is disgraceful. I can only hope there is enough uproar in Holland to have the coach sacked (and I feel a little sorry for man u fans, as they've had a taste of what's to come).

The reality is, neither team was capable of beating Germany, so it didn't matter who won. You can bet Argentina will play defensive again in the final, and Messi will be marked out of the game. I doubt it will be a high scoring affair (as much as I might hope it will open up). Germany will do what they have to do and cruise to the end.

On the other hand, hopefully the playoff for third will really open up. There is no reason for either team to particularly care. Brazil will come out with a blast, seeking redemption and the forgiveness of their fans. Holland should then be able to respond and make it an exciting match.



It's really such a shame that most teams have really gone on the defensive since the Knockout Stages started. The Group Stage was full of much more exciting and entertaining football, then teams have gone into sudden-death with a "don't take any chances" attitude.
 
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