26 June 2006, 12:37 PM
Portugal vs. Netherlands
For anybody who hasn't seen it already, don't. It was a horrendous game and I for one am fairly disappointed at both sides, but mine in particular, especially considering how clean their play has been thus far. In summary, a record number of warnings were given out (16, I believe), with 4 red cards given, some serious "simulation" going on, and a really rough injury for ronaldo. Aside from a very nice goal set up by deco and pauleta for maniche to finish, the game was absolutely horrendous.
Against england, portugal is looking especially weakened with Deco sitting it out due to his red, cristiano possibly injured, and figo facing possible suspension after a headbut (!!) for no apparent reason. Ugh.
For anybody who hasn't seen it already, don't. It was a horrendous game and I for one am fairly disappointed at both sides, but mine in particular, especially considering how clean their play has been thus far. In summary, a record number of warnings were given out (16, I believe), with 4 red cards given, some serious "simulation" going on, and a really rough injury for ronaldo. Aside from a very nice goal set up by deco and pauleta for maniche to finish, the game was absolutely horrendous.
Against england, portugal is looking especially weakened with Deco sitting it out due to his red, cristiano possibly injured, and figo facing possible suspension after a headbut (!!) for no apparent reason. Ugh.