2014 World Cup

[DerAdlerIstGelandet]

It was a great game which Germany deserved to win though Argentina had their chances. Germany always press high up the park which gives them more chances but they are vulnerable to the counter attack. I don't think its fair to say Argentina didn't play to win they just played differently. In the second half they kept Muller Klose and Ozil fairly quiet. Some of the fouls were brutal but overall a great final, I'm glad it didn't go to penalties.

What I mean is that Argentina's game plan only works if they can take the ball away.

With Germany controlling the ball 65+% of the time, that does not create very many chances for Argentina. If they had adjusted and opened up a bit more, this game may have ended differently.

Fortunately it did not...

 

[Marcel]

But almost forgot, that was a brilliant goal. Just saw it again and ita's a beauty. Nothing wrong with that.
I thought declaring Messie to be the best player of the tournament is a bit stretching it. I know a couple that were much better.

 

[The Basket]

which chanel did you watch? I don't think the game was boring at all Argentina had some great chances and so did the Germans.

Chris, the Argentinians did not play half as defensive as against us. In my eyes they had the best chances for a goal, particulary the first 30 minutes and the first 20 of the second half. Then Germany became better, but did not get many chances. Of course Germany is the better team and rightfully won, but I don't think the difference was that big. Argentina could easily have won and nothing for the Germans to complain about. Lucky for the Germans, the Argentininas are not much of goalgetters.

BBC.
Game was boring. Although compared to Argentina Holland it was a barn burner.

 

[GrauGeist]

With all the spectacular "dives" and "flops" during these games, I thought you guys would enjoy this!

Comical Video Shows What Soccer Flopping Would Look Like In The Real World

 

[Gnomey]

 

[DerAdlerIstGelandet]

Time for the 2018 Thread...

2018 FIFA World Cup