Posts Tagged ‘Poland’
 

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The Italy v Spain or Xavi Vs Pirlo Euro 2012 Final Preview

Written by    on  June 30, 2012

We’ll begin with a quick review of the Euro 2012 Semi Final Result: Italy 2 Germany 1…and ‘It could have been four, or five’.    This was the night that Balotelli finally came of age; where Pirlo was involved with 34% of the Azzurri’s play (received or played a pass) and boasted a 92% pass [...]

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Zlatan Ibrahimovic scores a spectacular volley for Sweden's opener against France in Kiev
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Spirited Sweden Sink France – Match stats report

Written by    on  June 21, 2012

Sweden began their final game at Euro 2012 looking to exit the competition with some pride salvaged and some hope for the future restored. They faced a French side they had not beaten in a competitive game since October 1949 in Stockholm and a team that was looking to finish the group stages at the [...]

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Adventurous Russia misfire | Tactical Report

Written by    on  June 14, 2012

Russia and Poland played out a 1-1 draw in a match either team could’ve won. Poland added a holding midfielder, Dudka, to the starting lineup to combat Russia’s counter-attacks. This was at the expense of their left winger, Rybus. They chose a solid defensive formation of 4-5-1 and looked to counter quickly against the Russians. [...]

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Poland vs Greece: The Dortmund trio

Written by    on  June 9, 2012

Euro 2012 began with something of a bang yesterday evening when Poland and Greece fought out a 1-1 draw. There was shambolic defending, goals, red cards and a penalty, more than enough to keep the watching public entertained, but in truth from a game as hectic as this it can often be tough to draw [...]

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Euro 2012 Preview: In-depth Germany Profile

Written by    on  June 9, 2012

Germany qualified for Euro 2012 with a 100% record in their qualifying group, finishing 13 points ahead of 2nd placed Turkey. They are many people’s favorites to win the tournament with the likes of Gomez, Özil, Schweinsteiger and Lahm in their ranks and are expected to be there or thereabouts in Kiev for the final. [...]

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Euro 2012: Analysing the Winning Formula | Champions Analysis

Written by    on  June 8, 2012

With Euro 2012 nearly upon us, a lot of money is exchanging hands between punters and bookmakers to predict the outcome of this prestigious event. Favourites to win Euro 2012 include, World Cup ’10 winners and current European Championship holders, Spain as well as 3-time Euro winners Germany. Both Spain and Germany posted 100% win percentages [...]

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Sweden – What to expect at Euro 2012

Written by    on  June 7, 2012

Sweden may not have many punters backing them at the European championships this season, but there is an undeniable level of skill, ability and quality in their side that travels to Poland/Ukraine for Euro 2012, typified by their captain Zlatan Ibrahimovic. The punters should be wary of this team as they have the ability to [...]

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