+Brain32 265 Posted July 11, 2010 I don't know who is the greatest son of a bitch, the english ref or the dutch butchers. I don't think we can win against 15 foes (11 dutctmen+4 refs) while we are just 11 Brutal, I don't see a point in such a play, congrats to Spain all this makes your victory even more epic From Europe my No1 favorite is Spain. They played seriously good on the last Euro and they are...well...really, really good. Just to remind what I said when the championship started Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GwynO 16 Posted July 11, 2010 I was rooting for Holland as every four years, but after all the (unfair) leniency the ref showed Holland throughout, even if the end wasn't entirely fair it would be hypocritical in the extreme to complain. Next time. Unless Greece are in the final, you never know (I'd say Wales but I'm still awake I think). Right, off to get some Octopus food and a small Greek flag for Paul before some disappointed Dutch revellers fry the poor Cephalopoda, or Jacky Jong kicks kick him in the chest. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Derk 265 Posted July 11, 2010 (edited) Hmmm, as I said (and as the coach of our team and some players actually said) : the best team won, so why all the whining ??? As for the referee, there will always be disputes about descisions and maybe he should have given even more yellow cards or even red ones, but I honestly think Spain (or others on behalf of Spain) should not have too much to complain let alone to play the role of the poor and helpless victims . They played well and that's that. "Theather" is part of the game nowadays (alas) and the Dutch were definitely not the only ones to act that way... There is no such thing as lillywhite innocence in modern football, as there is far too much money at stake..... So Spain, get on celebrating, you're entitled to it, be proud and happy, and cut out the crap. And I am VERY proud of our team (ok, being a very small country too and for what it'd worth look at the number of votes we got ) Hou doe, Derk Edited July 11, 2010 by Derk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
+Kulbit80 1,399 Posted July 11, 2010 VIVA ESPANA! Congratulations! Del Bosque is magnificent coach. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Derk 265 Posted July 11, 2010 O yes, forgot one thing: a big applause for South Africa for organising a splendid World Championship !!! :clapping: Hou doe, Derk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
+Dave 2,322 Posted July 11, 2010 Well done Spain, well done! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
+Kulbit80 1,399 Posted July 11, 2010 (edited) Edited July 12, 2010 by Kulbit80 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lt. James Cater 62 Posted July 12, 2010 Who's already looking forward to World Cup Brazil 2014? I'm really hoping to get things together and head on down there. There are certain things one should experience in life and a World Cup is one of them. Back in 1994 i lived not too far from one of the chosen grounds, but i was all caught up in a maelstrom of happenings to even give the tournament more than an occasional glance on the TV. PS-The cops around my area actually celebrated when the English failed to qualify. Nobody wanted to get in the middle of the conflict between their hooligans and the absolutly armed to the teeth locals. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
+Soulfreak 6,530 Posted July 12, 2010 Congrats Spain! A very boring match, but i think the best team had won! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
+Muesli 2,167 Posted July 12, 2010 Hi! Being the only soccer hater in The Netherlands, I thought the game had already finished when I stumbled on the TV channell still broadcasting the game. Two more 15 min rounds, in which I think BOTH teams performed poorly. Not very World Cup Final level. I always hate the arrogance with which our Orange team is prancing around, and I think it was sheer luck that placed them in the finals. On the other hand I expected more of an entertaining battle, which it wasn't. Hate to be the Spaniard or Dutchman who paid his whole holiday allowance for a seat in South Africa. At least the Orange players go home with about €300,000.00 each....... Muesli Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Abhi 3 Posted July 12, 2010 Congrats Spain! A very boring match, but i think the best team had won! yes it was a very boring match. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Slartibartfast 153 Posted July 12, 2010 (edited) Okay does this mean that the Hairdressers cup final is now over ??? And I can come out of my server room without being hounded by Hairdresser fanatics ??? Edited July 12, 2010 by Slartibartfast Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shotdown 8 Posted July 12, 2010 (edited) Edited July 12, 2010 by shotdown Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dagger 21 Posted July 12, 2010 The third place match was so much better to watch, both teams wanting to win and a much more wide open match. The final was the usual Spain type match,lots of ball control, and the Dutch looking to counter on break aways from others mistakes. I think both were afraid to lose as opposed to trying to win. Well another 4 years then we can start all over again. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shotdown 8 Posted July 12, 2010 The third place match was so much better to watch, both teams wanting to win and specially both teams wanting to play football (or soccer for USA) instead of some sick martial arts contest. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ShrikeHawk 384 Posted July 13, 2010 Personally, I thought the title game was great. It wasn't high-scoring but that's because both sides fought so hard. Each goalie played a terrific game. Neither had a serious brain-fart like I had seen in many other games. Both teams were physical and aggressive. It seems clear to me that both sides wanted to win. I agree to a certain lack of elegance in the play, but at that level there isn't time to look good. You just gotta win, baby. The Spaniards did it. The Dutch proved a worthy opponent. Congrats Spain! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shotdown 8 Posted July 13, 2010 The championship left mixed feellings for me. On one hand WE ARE THE CHAMPIONS :clapping:and not only we won, we also deserved it (doesn't always happen). On the other hand, the FIFA gangsters and their lackeys (refs, of course) are killing this game. Thanks to them, senseless violence has become as important in football (soccer if you are from USA ) as skill with the ball. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Capitaine Vengeur 263 Posted July 15, 2010 Is it just me? I haven't heard any one single vuvuzela for some days. Now I almost miss them. Frightening. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
