World Cup (Final) : World champion throne awaits – Messi’s Argentina or “football institutions”?

After a month of top football, 63 matches, 170 goals (2.7 per game), the time has come to put an end to the magical World Cup story. Germany and Argentina today at 21 am at the Maracana in Rio de Janeiro, playing the final of the 20th World Cup. The four-time world champion against double world champion. For the third time in the match the trophy contest will divide the teams that have met and in 1986, and in 1990,  and then, each recorded the victory. The Germans have a chance to become the first European team that won the trophy on South American soil.

In this way to the powerful company of Joachim Loev, about whose brilliant victory against Brazil is still talking,  stays Lionel Messi and the team that has reached the final without conceding a goal in the elimination phase, after the clash with Switzerland, Belgium and the Netherlands in the semi-finals.  Argentinians further fulfills proud of the fact that they accomplished all of it at the “enemy” territory, before the eyes of the hated Brazilians, who mourn the debacle of his “minions”.

– If we become world champions in Brazil that will make us even happier. This is the match before which I do not need to motivate my players. They can do it themselves – said Argentinian’s  coach Alejandro Sabella in the final announcement .

In front of  Argentinians is an extremely difficult task, because there is “football institution” that has eliminate them in the previous two World Cups and before that won the finals in 1990.  in Italy, by scoring of Andreas Breme from the penalty.

– Our defense is much better than four years ago. I’m always talking about how the role of midfield is important in this respect – said Sabella.

Selector of the “gauchos” believes that his players have to play their best.

– We have to be perfect, to close space and not to lose the ball in at-risk areas, since Germany has a well organized team with a well-tuned system. This means that we must be humble, proud and devoted in order to get this finale. I’ll do anything for our country and for us, that Argentina be the champ. This will be a show of our lives.

The spectacular victory in the semi-final against Brazil made ​​the Germans a slight favorite before the final match.

– Expectations are high in Germany, but we do not feel the pressure. We know how to deal with these things. All we need is to focus on our mission and what makes us strong. We must be calm and “clean” head to focus only on the game – said the representative of Germany Bastian Schweinsteiger.

To Germans this will be a record eighth world championship final, and they were more successful than any other team, however, the previous four finals only won once.

If two goals are achieved in the final this will bring down previous record in efficiency at a World Cup. With the 171 goals, getting the most effective world championship was the one that was in 1998. which was played in France.

Final in Rio has the potential to overturn all previous box office records as a sporting event. It is expected that over one billion people through television monitor live match at Maracana. Brazil is ready for the biggest security operation ever. The local media announcing that as many as 25,000 people, the police, through the military, members of the special services, firefighters, will be hired to ensure that everything goes right.

Aguero: Who’s got the money, let him place it in Argentina’s victory in the final

Countdown to the start of the grand finale 20 World Cup in Brazil has already started. Argentina and Germany will on Sunday in Rio, play the third duel with each other in a battle for the “goddess,” a striker of “gauchos” Sergio Aguero radiates optimism before the clash with a powerful opponent. This is evidenced by his statement …

– We are not in the final by a chance. If you have money, then you definitely need to place it in Argentina’s victory in the finals, no doubt about that – said the striker of Manchester City.

He believes that the pressure and the role of the favorites on the side of the Germans especially after a sensational convincing victory against Brazil in the semifinals.

– Germany, with Brazil at the beginning of World Cup was the first favorite to win the trophy. We need only to focus on our game and move the pressure on them.

Aguero announces fight to the last atom of strength, if he gets the chance to play in the final.

– If selector adds me in the game from the start I’ll put all my energy and I’ll do my best to play the best I can.

Asked to comment on the statement of Arjen Robben, who said that Argentina does not have a chance against Germany in the final, Aguero said:

– I do not care what outsiders say, although I’m not surprised by that comment. It is clear that Argentina in every match is going to win. Everyone knows what our goal is and do not deviate from it at any moment. I hope we will celebrate on Sunday night.

 

 

Messi’s father : Lionel is exhausted

Argentine soccer player Lionel Messi does not give good performances at the World Cup in Brazil because he is exhausted, said his father Jorge Messi.

– He is exhausted and feels that his feet are heavy 100 pounds – said Jorge Messi.

Messi at the World Cup in Brazil,  played in all six matches and scored four goals.

Argentina qualified for the finals of the World Cup, where on Sunday 9pm CET in Rio de Janeiro will play against Germany.

Alejandro Sabella’s team qualified for the finals by defeating the Netherlands 4-2 after penalties, while that of Joachim Loev convincingly won the competition host Brazil with 7:1.

Neymar cried: I was two centimeters away from a wheelchair

Brazil striker Neymar for the first time since the injury he suffered in the match against Colombia in the quarterfinals of World Cup, publicly, very emotional, at times in tears, spoke about the difficult situation in which he found himself and the team after the debacle of Germany.

Neymar’s addressing the media at times took on a dramatic turn when he discovered that he was only centimeters away from being paralyzed!

– God saved me. If it had been an inch longer, I’d be in a wheelchair. Zuniga called me the next day and apologized to me. I do not blame him for what he has done and wish him all the best.

But the real star of the Brazilian team does not understand the justification for the Colombian.

– I can not accept Zuniga’s view that it was a normal start. Everyone knows that it was not normal. He approached me from behind, and I was completely helpless to defend myself.

Barcelona’s footballer, as he says, was overjoyed when he met his teammates who have cheered and encouraged him all the time since the injury.

– I am so thrilled that I saw them again. Of course the situation is not easy, but a fact that I was alone again with them makes me very happy.  As I told them, “We started together, and together we will end up.” The defeat of Germany was historic, but that does not mean that now we have to bend our heads and mourn. It’s a sport. I hope we can quickly restore smiles. I do not know what happened against Germany. It was a solar eclipse. It’s easy to talk about after the game, it’s hard down on the ground. I’m not ashamed to be part of the team that defeated 7:1 in the semi-finals of the World Championship. I am proud to play next to Fred, Silva and others – said Neymar.

 

World Cup: Romero took the Argentinians in Rio in the final against Germany!

Final of the 20th World Cup will play national teams of Germany and Argentina, for the third time in the history of World Cup after the famous battle for “goddess” in 1986 in Mexico. and in 1990. was in Italy.

After a painfully boring 120 minutes of football for oblivion without completing goals, the South Americans in a penalty series had more concentration and excellent Romero on goal, where he defended  kicks of Vlaar and Snyder.

Messi, Garaj, Aguero and Maxi Rodriguez finally got the duels with Silesen and took “gauchos” in Rio de Janeiro in a duel with “panzers” on July 13.

All that football makes the most beautiful sideshow in the world  was not in the match between Argentina and the Netherlands. Tactical circumvention turned into a “trench war” and patiently waiting for the opponents error of which none dared to hit with full force on the other. They played tactically disciplined, carefully, without rushing, so there was not much opportunity in front of goal Romero and Silesen.

South Americans had the best position to hit the net in the 14th minute when Messi’s free kick 20 yards from goal of the Dutch. Kicked the captain of “Albiceleste” next to the “wall”, but Silesen reacted well and caught “live ball”.
Sharpened below. It was cruelty. Mascherano was left lying after “knocking” heads with Wijnaldum, he was well shaken, but continued the match. Shortly after Demichelis sharply started to Snyder and quickly rendered him helpless to his teammates. And he, like Mascherano, gritted his teeth and went back to the field.

Football monotony with elements of lullabies remained in force in the details below. Not deviating from the agreement from the locker room, both teams are more careful at their goal than trying to threaten rivals with the riskier game. Imperceptible Messi, who looked like the face of the warrant, was “chased” by the defenders of “tulips”, and the captain of Argentina almost did not have any room to move in the typical run and cause havoc in the opponent’s defense. Higuain came on two chances, the first time his attempt to head out of the box blocked Janmat, while in the second situation stopped him line judge, who signaled offside, which turned out to be non-existent.

The best opportunity on the other side, the first real and only for the Netherlands, not used Roben in 91st minute! Turbulent striker has escaped the guards and seemed to arrive to finish off a seven or eight feet in full gallop, but itn a fantastic way, sliding tackle, stopped by Mascherano and refused a corner.

The extra half hour Argentina over Palacio five minutes before the end missed colossal opportunity, however, Inter striker was hesitant to Silesen, after he tried to head to the corner of Holland and lobbies wrong. In the next attack Rodriguez waited Messi’s ball from the side, but his volley was too weak to Silesen.

The ball in the penalty-roulette stop on a blue-white color. Weakest link “Clockwork Orange” with a penalty were Vlaar immediately in the first series and Sneijder, whose masterful strokes read Romero, and all his team-mates perfectly performed shots from 11 meters.

Netherlands – Argentina 0:0, 2:4 after penalty

Arena: Arena Corinthians (Sao Paulo)

Attendance: 63.267

Referee: Cuneyt Cakir (Turkey)

Scorers: /

Booked: Martins Indi, Huntelaar, Demichelis.

Netherlands: Silesen – Vlaar, De Frey, Martins Indi (46 Janmat) – Kite, Blind – De Jong (Class of 62), Vijnaldum, Sneijder – Robben, Van Persie. Coach: Louis Van Gal

Argentina: Romero – Zabaleta, Demichelis, Garaj, Rojo – Mascherano, Billa, Peres (of 81 Palacio) – Messi, Lavezzi, Higuain (82 ‘Aguero). Coach: Alehandro Sabella.

World Cup: Messi dreams of final and the trophy, the Dutch are not afraid

Netherlands or Argentina? Which football team will secure a place in the finals in World Cup Brazil, whose national team was humiliated in the semi-final clash with Germany. The one that led Louis van Gal or “Company” of Alejandro Sabella? European and South American team has reasons for optimism, and all will be known for about ten minutes before (or just after midnight) Central European Time.

At the stadium in Sao Paulo formal host of the semi-finals will be the Dutch who were on their way to the top four global team showed good form. In a group stage, they blew Spain 5-1 and won Australia (3-2) and Chile 2-0. Then, in the “knockout stage” beat Mexico and Costa Rica on penalties. Since the advent of Robin van Persie doubtful, fans “Oranje” will expect much from Arjen Robben, who scored three goals in this World Cup. Bayern Munich football player is aware that he will be up against a powerful team that does not depend solely on Lionel Messi.

– He is significant for the national team, but that does not mean that everything will depend only on him – said Robben,  about Messi spoke and Stefan de Vrij.

– I’m not afraid of anyone, not even Messi. I’ll be focused on him, but I’m not afraid of him.  I’m even very happy because I will play against him – said De Vrij.

Apart from the Netherlands players these days are a lot of stories about the selector Louis van Gall, and his timely changes. The last of which was discussed is that of the match with Costa Rica. Instead goalkeeper Jasper Silesen chance got Tim Krul, who was crucial to the penalty series. Foreign media have speculated that the starting lineup for “tulips” should look like Silesen, Vlaru, De Vrij, Martins Indi, Kuyt, Vajnaldum, Snyder, Blind, Robben, Van Persie and Depailler (if recovered). If the Dutch reached the finals it would be the fourth in the history of the world championships. For the trophy they fought in 1974, 1978. and 2010., but they never won.

On the other hand, Argentina has two titles (in 1978. and 1986),  and the final was last played in Italy 24 years ago. And what would be a joy for the “gauchos” when the “Golden Goddess” won on the ground of the old rival Brazil. Of course, most of the expected is from Messi. In order to achieve the glory of Diego Armando Maradona and complete the collection of trophies Barcelona’s ace will have to lead his team-mates to the final victory.

– For a player there is no greater success than to win the World Cup. Childhood dream never ends. I’ve asked my team-mates from Barcelona (Spain and representation) how it looks up when the cup is raised. They did not know how to explain it. We will do everything to make this dream come true, but first we have to reach the final – said Messi, to whom will supposedly in the starting lineup make company  Romero, Zabaleta, Demichelis, Garaj, Roho, Rodriguez, Gago, Herbs, Aguero and Higuain.

Marcos Rojo will be back from suspension, and the due goal against Belgium Gonzalo Higuain will probably get a chance to attack. Due to injury coach Alejandro Sabella will not be able to count on Angelo di Maria. When it comes to the Argentinians in the group they won Bosnia and Herzegovina (2-1), 1-0 Iran and Nigeria 3-2. Then they eliminated Switzerland and Belgium with 1:0 respectively.

Duel in Sao Paulo (22:00 Central European Time) will be the ninth in the history of mutual confrontation, and the advantage is on the side of the Dutch. They have four wins and Argentinians one. However, it should be said that the only victory worths gold, as it were in 1978. World Cup when they defeated in the final of the Dutch. Tonight will judge Turk Cuneyt Cakir.

Dutch prepare an ambush for Mexicans

 

Netherlands and Mexico will today play one of the most interesting matches in the knockout stages of World Cup from 1 pm local time .

If someone has proven to have a great counterattack then are Holland and Mexico who will play one of the most interesting matches in the knockout stages today. Caution dominates on both sides, as both teams did headless rushes from the ambush. It should be expected the real battle in the middle where it will tout any mistake to attack the opponent.

– Mexico has shown a lot of quality in the group stage, they are able to win any. They adapt to rival only as long as necessary and not neglect their own game. We like them, so we need to minimize the number of errors in the feed to the middle and to concentrate heavily in the attack. I do not think we will have many opportunities to score, and if the first use, we will be close to victory – said Van Persie.

His teammate from Manchester United’s Javier Hernandez Chicharito probably will again be on the bench of Mexico, as in most of the matches in the group. He pointed out that Van Persie should be under the watchful eye during all 90 minutes. – To him, one second of inattention is enough to punish you. He and Robben had an amazing tandem and certainly are our greatest concern. However, if you want to write history and repeat the success of 1970. and in 1986. we have to win Holland. We showed remarkable firmness in defense, the mobility in the middle and skill to the punch a counterattack. This recipe has brought us the passage in the group, we will not change it even today. We have enough confidence to win – said Hernandez.

Netherlands and Mexico played four times till now, three times the Dutch celebrated and one match ended 2-2. At the last determing power in 2010. Netherlands won 2-1 with goals of Van Persie, while the shooter to “sombreros” was Chicharito…

Fortuna on the side of the Brazilians, Chileans go home

Brazil’s soccer team advanced to the quarterfinals of the World Cup, as in Belo Horizonte defeated Chile after penalties 3-2.

Gods and goalkeeper Julio Cesar were to Brazil! Host of World Cup managed to beat Chile after a penalty shootout 1-1 (1-1) – 3-2 and reach the quarterfinals, but in the 120 minutes of the battle was outplayed and that Sampaolo’s troopers had a little bit of luck  all the country would cry as in 1950.  But the goal posts saved the penalty hero series Julio Caesar (two saves) in the 120th minute when Pinilla wailed, but in the fifth series too, when the unfortunate Hara missed and sent home his team. Brazil has shown that there is no goalscorers, that midfield besides Oscar has no creation, and that Neymar can be beaten and tamed. The quarterfinals will be without Luis Gustavo, who is jaundiced.

The shotting was in all directions in the first part, everything was lighting of challenge, opportunity, even two goals were achieved for real 1:1. When the two teams know well such as Brazil and Chile, then winning tactics is built on his opponent’s weaknesses. Selector of the World Cup’s host Felipe Scolari in the starting lineup introduced Fernandinho to “drown” Vidal and by winning the ball in the middle to build a fast action over Neymar, Oscar and Hulk. On the other hand a similar idea had Jorge Sampaoli, but attacked the last line of defense, with his midfielders and defenders are by all means to stop the main shaft of Brasil – Neymar and Oscar.

 After two falls in both boxes, that are just laughed English former policeman Howard Webb, Brazilians led after a corner. Neymar’s pass defender Thiago Silva conducted at the near post, where in front of David Luis the ball has been sent into his own net by the stopper Hara, but the goal FIFA official attributed the new cleat PSG. Increased press to the last line brought Chile tie. Hulk has a short back pass to Marcel, Vargas was first forwarded Alexis Sanchez, and this struck a dozen meters’m cornered. As has repeatedly been on the grass, Neymar was becoming increasingly dangerous. Oskar took control of the game, started to fill the balls Neymar and Fred, a bomb from 20 meters sent by Danny Alves, but it all ended in sighs. Chile was responding as well, Arturo Vidal five meters from Julio Caesar attempted to receive the ball instead of the first forward and Aranguiz waited too long and was blocked.

School lesson “How to neutralize Brazil” Chileans presented later in the game for free. High pressing, a lot of running, frequent changes of party are totally numb the Brazilians, who were only able to threaten by some long passing in 55th minute, when the stadium exploded as the Hulk put the ball in the net. But Zenit’s striker instead of celebrating was booked becasue Oscar’s pass, according to Webb, settled down with his hand, not his shoulder. Cesar saved Brazil after shooting Aranguiz, but Chile had the strength to finish, as well as to hold the end of the press. Whistles from the stands did not initiate Brazil, but Hulk did with the two actions. He set a ball to Zhou, who disgraced missing the entire goal at five feet, and in the final match Zenit’s striker crossed three players, but the Bravo show why Barcelona bought him.

BRAZIL – Chile 1:1 (1:1) – 3:2 penalty
Scorers: David Luiz for Brazil in the 18th and Alexis Sanchez after 32 minutes for Chile. Stadium: “Mineirao.” Attendance: 62.170. Referee: Howard Webb (England).
BRAZIL: 12 Julio Cesar – 2 D. Alves, Thiago Silva 3, 4 David Luiz, Marcelo 6 – 5 Fernandinho (Ramirez 72 of 16) 17 Luiz Gustavo – Hulk 7, 11 Oskar (from 105 Villian 19), 10 Neymar – 9 Fred (from 64 21 Jo).
CHILE: 1 Bravo – 5 Silva, 17 Medel (Rojas 13 from 108), 18 Hara – 4 Isla, 20 Aranguiz, 21 Diaz, Mena 2 – 7 Sanchez, 8 Vidal (Pinilla 9 of 87), 11 Vargas (from 56 F. Gutierrez 16).
The match: Julio Cesar (Brazil)

PENALTY SERIES
o D. Luiz – 1:0
Pinilla – Caesar defends
o Vilijan – missed the goal
Sanchez – Cesar saves
o Marcelo – 2:0
Aranguiz – 2:1
the Hulk – defending Bravo
Diaz – 2:2
about Neymar – 3:2
Hara – tripod

STATISTICS
1 Goals 1
23 TOTAL SHOTS 13
13 Shots on goal 5
9 Corners 5
2 Offsides 3
28 Faul 23
4 Booked 3
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136.329 km 145.840 MILEAGE
49% Possession: 51%