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So I looked but couldn't find one. So with the European Championships just round the corner let's discuss how once again Spain are going to fail to live up to expectation.
This is the squad that Aragones is taking with him
La lista de convocados para la Eurocopa es la siguiente:
ARSENAL: Cesc
BARCELONA: Puyol, Iniesta y Xavi
BETIS: Juanito
GETAFE: De la Red
LIVERPOOL: Arbeloa, Reina, Torres y Xabi Alonso
REAL MADRID: Casillas y Sergio Ramos
MALLORCA: Fernando Navarro y Güiza
SEVILLA: Palop
VALENCIA: Albiol, Marchena, Silva y Villa
VILLARREAL: Capdevila, Cazorla y Senna
ZARAGOZA: Sergio García.
No Raúl makes Miguel a happy chappy. :happy:
The big surprises for me are Navarro (He was useless at Barça!), Carzola and Sergio García.
Many can argue that Raúl deserved a call up but I feel that since Aragones got rid we've looked a better team.
I don't want to get ahead of myself but I feel we should be more then capable of at least making the semis for once! Knowing us we wont make it out of the group. It's not an easy group but we're the favourites.
So roll on the 10th of June :)
Fixtures
10/06/08
España Rusia 18:00 horas
14/06/08
Suecia España 18:00 horas
18/06/08
Grecia España 20:45 horas
Our starting line-up will most probably be
http://www.marca.com/futbol/super-cronica/07-08/img/jugadores/todos/02034.jpg
http://www.marca.com/futbol/super-cronica/07-08/img/jugadores/todos/20629.jpg http://www.marca.com/futbol/super-cronica/07-08/img/jugadores/todos/02501.jpghttp://www.marca.com/futbol/super-cronica/07-08/img/jugadores/todos/02297.jpghttp://www.marca.com/futbol/super-cronica/07-08/img/jugadores/todos/02110.jpg
http://www.marca.com/futbol/super-cronica/07-08/img/jugadores/todos/02617.jpg
http://www.marca.com/futbol/super-cronica/07-08/img/jugadores/todos/16531.jpghttp://www.marca.com/futbol/super-cronica/07-08/img/jugadores/todos/02013.jpghttp://www.marca.com/futbol/super-cronica/07-08/img/jugadores/todos/22097.jpg
http://www.marca.com/futbol/super-cronica/07-08/img/jugadores/todos/12185.jpghttp://www.marca.com/futbol/super-cronica/07-08/img/jugadores/todos/12665.jpg
Keyser Soze
17-05-2008, 13:43
No Raul. :(
Also Bojan isn't in the squad because he did a Bentley-esque thing, felt he was physically drained and needed a rest over the summer so pulled out.
All the better for Barça then :)
He's only 17 anyway. If you look at this squad it's almost a crime if you don't reach the semi-finals, at the least. Cazorla's a surprise certainly.
Nifty1Pound50
17-05-2008, 14:04
I actually feel like Spain should win the tournament.
Their best players have come such a long way in the last two years - they now have a genuinely world-class team.
Right through the team - Casillas, Sergio Ramos, Fabregas and Iniesta, up to Fernando Torres and David Villa. For me, those six are amongst the best in the world in their positions at the moment.
I know they've always been labelled "bottlers" (I mean the Spaniards, not those players) - but while other nations' talent has (arguably) stood still a little, Spain's best players have just got so much better.
I'll be backing them for the tournament. Hopefully they'll be a reasonable price due to previous bottling.
nath_scfc
17-05-2008, 14:16
Aragones better make sure that Sergio García is going to take his boots, not a five iron.
Apologies for that one in advance.
I actually feel like Spain should win the tournament.
Their best players have come such a long way in the last two years - they now have a genuinely world-class team.
Right through the team - Casillas, Sergio Ramos, Fabregas and Iniesta, up to Fernando Torres and David Villa. For me, those six are amongst the best in the world in their positions at the moment.
I know they've always been labelled "bottlers" (I mean the Spaniards, not those players) - but while other nations' talent has (arguably) stood still a little, Spain's best players have just got so much better.
I'll be backing them for the tournament. Hopefully they'll be a reasonable price due to previous bottling.
Also players like Silva from Valencia, I think is definitely one of the best left wingers in the world, or at least has the potential. Im surprised Joaquin has been left out!
I'm supporting Espagne, due to Liverpool's spanish contingent.
Keyser Soze
17-05-2008, 15:02
Joaquin has to be one of the most over-hyped players of the century though to be fair.
Joaquin has to be one of the most over-hyped players of the century though to be fair.
He truly is. Very one dimensional. We don't need wingers any more.
No Arteta again? I think hes a class wee player, obviously I'm a bit biased. I can understand when he was in the SPL but hes playing in the Prem now so it just seems Aragones doesn't like him.
No Arteta again? I think hes a class wee player, obviously I'm a bit biased. I can understand when he was in the SPL but hes playing in the Prem now so it just seems Aragones doesn't like him.
Unfortunately for Mikel there are 4, maybe 5, players just that little bit better then him. We're more then covered in the centre of midfield.
dotty_84
17-05-2008, 15:26
I'm up in the air about Aragones, I think he's done well and Spain have progressed a little but that's mainly due to having some real good upcoming talent in the squad. If Aragones wasn't so arrogant with his squad selection, I could see them doing better.
I think Spain will win it too. Got the ability to outplay any side as well as having three strikers in red hot form.
Glorious failures isn't really applicable to this side who have a generation of players between 20-26 that won alot at International youth level.
Spain really have a capable outfit this year. Hopefully they will be able to shake of the bottler mentality and go far this time.
I actually wouldn't mind to see them win it this year. Well, only if Germany does not win it.
For the back four though, Spain have Ramos and Puyol, but little else. With a keeper like Casillas they may get away with it, but it would be a worry for me if I were Spanish.
Also, could Guti consider himself unlucky?
Also, could Guti consider himself unlucky?
Far too inconsistent.
It's ridiculous Raul wasn't chosen, just highlights how much of a cunt Aragones is.
wrigh2uk
17-05-2008, 19:42
Spain are the Liverpool of Europe , they've consistently had good squads and always fall way short of the mark
Spain are the Liverpool of Europe , they've consistently had good squads and always fall way short of the mark
Liverpool have won a barrel load of European trophies. Spain haven't won anything major. You could maybe say they were a bit like Newcastle, big team, big name players but never manage to win anything.
wrigh2uk
17-05-2008, 20:36
Liverpool have won a barrel load of European trophies. Spain haven't won anything major. You could maybe say they were a bit like Newcastle, big team, big name players but never manage to win anything.
Well I actually meant within the term when people always say its going to be their year this year etc.
It's ridiculous Raul wasn't chosen, just highlights how much of a cunt Aragones is.
:angry:
It's the the racism thing, right?
Let's face it since dropping Raúl Spain have gotten the results and played decent football. Everyone knows Raúl sees himself as some sort of don in the dressing room. Fair enough he's had a good season this year but calling him up again would have been a sign of weakness on Aragones' part.
He wont get the chance to take any penalties either :D it's all good.
somegooner
18-05-2008, 07:34
Well I actually meant within the term when people always say its going to be their year this year etc.
Also, many of Liverpool's players are Spanish.
Looking good so far. I expected a lot more from Cesc though.
Marchena should be no where near the starting 11.
Marchena should be no where near the starting 11.
He shouldn't be in the squad to begin with.
Friendly against the USA tonight. Iniesta will be missing due to a stomach bug. He was in hospital but is out now, so nothing too serious.
Also seems Albiol will be replacing Puyol at the back. I guess he just wants to show faith in Marchena by giving him another start. That's the only reasoning I see.
On a side note. I had a dream last night we lost to Italy 2-1. :/ Not sure if it was the final or what.
I'd categorize that as a nightmare.
I wonder which striker will start tonight. Both Torres and Villa are injured.
The Stig
04-06-2008, 12:31
I'd categorize that as a nightmare.
I wonder which striker will start tonight. Both Torres and Villa are injured.
Torres will start.
An ankle strain forced Torres out of training earlier this week, though Liverpool's number nine could still feature in his country's final warm up game in Santander this evening.
He said: "My ankle is fine. It was just one of those things that could happen in a training match, but it is getting better and better. We will take another look at it later today, but I don't think that I am going to have any problems playing. It is up to the manager to decide, but the most important thing is to be ready for the European Championships."
Villa might miss the first game against the Russians too. Shame but I guess now we could go with Xavi, Iniesta, Silva and Cesc. Xabi behind them picking up the slack and Torres in front of them banging in the goals.
What is your opinion of Aragones Mig? I always thought of him as lacking in the tactical department as well as in people management.
He's got character I'll give him that. He also likes to see good football played which is also a plus. But like you said he's lacking with the tactics which could very much be down to age as he's getting on a bit now. People management wise the players seem to like him we all know he has a very special way with treating players.
At the start of the qualifying I wanted him out but we've totally turned it around I it's almost been 2 years since we've lost a game.
Socrballr9
04-06-2008, 20:11
Less than an hour until kick-off, this should be fun
for Spain.
If you play like you did against England, we could get a handful :)
Socrballr9
04-06-2008, 20:18
That's what I'm afraid of :(
and we have Argentina after you guys in a few days.
Gotta admire that ambition though..
Spain starting line up:
CASILLAS; RAMOS, PUYOL, MARCHENA, CAPDEVILA; XABI ALONSO; CAZORLA, XAVI, CESC, SILVA; TORRES.
Cazorla in the lineup he must have a pretty good season with Villarreal eyh?
Yeah he did but he really isn't very good. He wont feature much.
1-0 :/. Not the most convincing but Xavi's goal was wicked. I'll try find it and post it up.
The Stig
04-06-2008, 23:16
Yeah he did but he really isn't very good. He wont feature much.
1-0 :/. Not the most convincing but Xavi's goal was wicked. I'll try find it and post it up.
0-0 would of been embaressing. And I agree Xavi's goal was class.
http://www.yousportz.com/watch/234e3fad47fa8eabf03a/Watch
Zavi's goal starts at 1:03. Good goal too.
Wtf was up with Oneywu and Bocanegra? they froze on Xavi's goal. Inbeliveable that they are both considered pros. :no:
Xavinho delivering the goods once again. :happy:
I'm still un-impressed with Mr. Fabregas. I understand it's a friendly, but Senna, Alonso and even De La Red, look livelier.
Alonso has had a fairly poor season with us this year. I think Spain will play a similar formation to Liverpool in Euro, to try and get the best out of El Nino. David Villa may have to settle as second string to Fernando.
I really hope Spain do it this year! :D
Tuesday, 10/6/2008 18:00(17:00 GMT)
Group D
http://www.marca.com/eurocopa2008/img/bandera-espana30x22.gifEspaņa Vs Russia http://www.marca.com/eurocopa2008/img/bandera-rusia30x22.gif
http://en.euro2008.uefa.com/imgml/kits/front/122.gif http://en.euro2008.uefa.com/imgml/kits/front/57451.gif
We go into the game having all players available as both Iniesta and Villa have recovered from injury/illness.
The Russian come into the game on the back of a 4-1 comfortable win over Lithuania. Where as Spain struggled to produce against the USA.
Fortunately for us Arshavin will be missing due to suspension. I'm fairly confident we can win this but we all know about Hiddink's teams. They know how to get on opponents tits and this game will more then likely be decided by the one goal.
Our starting line-up will most probably be
http://www.marca.com/futbol/super-cronica/07-08/img/jugadores/todos/02034.jpg
http://www.marca.com/futbol/super-cronica/07-08/img/jugadores/todos/20629.jpg http://www.marca.com/futbol/super-cronica/07-08/img/jugadores/todos/02501.jpghttp://www.marca.com/futbol/super-cronica/07-08/img/jugadores/todos/02297.jpghttp://www.marca.com/futbol/super-cronica/07-08/img/jugadores/todos/02110.jpg
http://www.marca.com/futbol/super-cronica/07-08/img/jugadores/todos/02617.jpg
http://www.marca.com/futbol/super-cronica/07-08/img/jugadores/todos/16531.jpghttp://www.marca.com/futbol/super-cronica/07-08/img/jugadores/todos/02013.jpghttp://www.marca.com/futbol/super-cronica/07-08/img/jugadores/todos/22097.jpg
http://www.marca.com/futbol/super-cronica/07-08/img/jugadores/todos/12185.jpghttp://www.marca.com/futbol/super-cronica/07-08/img/jugadores/todos/12665.jpg
In charge of the game will be
http://en.euro2008.uefa.com/imgml/officials/referees/260041.jpghttp://img.uefa.com/ml/e8/flags/ioc/small/aut.gif
Konrad Plautz
Age: 43
Assistant referees:
Egon Bereuter
Markus Mayr
AgentZero
06-06-2008, 11:26
im sorry lads but its hard to go against guus hiddink, i favour Russia to get out of this group.
Only problem i think with Spain will be their defending. Apart from that, they look good. Russia will be a toughie no question. Arshavin being suspended is a boost. He is Russia's best player imo and they will miss him.
We will crush the Ruskies. No sweat. :smug:
We will crush the Ruskies. No sweat. :smug:
Let's hope so. :cool:
Looking at the side Miggy posted, it is litterally filled to the brim with world class. On paper the best side in Euro, hopefully this time Spain don't slip up. :crymore:
Let's hope so. :cool:
Looking at the side Miggy posted, it is litterally filled to the brim with world class. On paper the best side in Euro, hopefully this time Spain don't slip up. :crymore:
The defence wouldn't fill me with confidence. Then again, Casillas is behind them.
Can't wait for this :)
Looks more then likely that Senna will be starting over Xabi. Fair move as he impressed me when he came on in the friendly against the yanks. He's also had a great season with Villareal.
http://www.marca.com/futbol/super-cronica/07-08/img/jugadores/todos/02034.jpg
http://www.marca.com/futbol/super-cronica/07-08/img/jugadores/todos/20629.jpghttp://www.marca.com/futbol/super-cronica/07-08/img/jugadores/todos/02501.jpghttp://www.marca.com/futbol/super-cronica/07-08/img/jugadores/todos/02297.jpghttp://www.marca.com/futbol/super-cronica/07-08/img/jugadores/todos/02110.jpg
http://www.marca.com/futbol/super-cronica/07-08/img/jugadores/todos/16934.jpg
http://www.marca.com/futbol/super-cronica/07-08/img/jugadores/todos/16531.jpghttp://www.marca.com/futbol/super-cronica/07-08/img/jugadores/todos/02013.jpghttp://www.marca.com/futbol/super-cronica/07-08/img/jugadores/todos/22097.jpg
http://www.marca.com/futbol/super-cronica/07-08/img/jugadores/todos/12185.jpghttp://www.marca.com/futbol/super-cronica/07-08/img/jugadores/todos/12665.jpg
Vamos España!
Hmm, considering that Cesc is the best midfielder in the World, i'm surprised he doesn't start ahead of Xavi and Iniesta... :rolleyes:
Hmm, considering that Cesc is the best midfielder in the World, i'm surprised he doesn't start ahead of Xavi and Iniesta... :rolleyes:
He's still young, he'll have his moment.
I'm going to probably miss the start of the game as I have to pick a friend up from the train station.
I'm going to run red lights :realmad: .
He's still young, he'll have his moment.
I'm going to probably miss the start of the game as I have to pick a friend up from the train station.
I'm going to run red lights :realmad: .
I wouldn't move off the sofa if God and all his Prophets needed a ride.
I wouldn't move off the sofa if God and all his Prophets needed a ride.
I may text her and just give her my street address and she can make her own way.
PESFan92
10-06-2008, 12:15
LOL Yeah just sayb either:
"Footballs on i can't miss it" or "Im sorry but my car needs an MOT"
Good luck Spain!
Here's to the both of us qualifying ;)
AgentZero
10-06-2008, 12:26
I may text her and just give her my street address and she can make her own way.
big mig, dont forget to keep your house door unlocked or slighty ajar as nothing worse than getting a visitor during the match..
PESFan92
10-06-2008, 12:28
big mig, dont forget to keep your house door unlocked or slighty ajar as nothing worse than getting a visitor during the match..
Argh, dont remind me..2006 FA Cup Final, knock at the door, i was quite angry :realmad:
AgentZero
10-06-2008, 12:44
you didnt miss gerrards cracker did you?
PESFan92
10-06-2008, 12:50
Na, she knocked when we was 2 up :P
Going back to the game tonight. Im going to predict a 2-1 win for the Spanish :)
I may text her and just give her my street address and she can make her own way.
Wait, wait. You didn't mention she was a girl. You should pick her up. :w00t
Wait, wait. You didn't mention she was a girl. You should pick her up. :w00t
Haha. Yeah, I was going to anyway. It's these little details that girls pay back ten fold.
Usually.
Haha. Yeah, I was going to anyway. It's these little details that girls pay back ten fold.
Usually.
:)
Shouldn't you get going? Game starts soon.
Dragonfly
10-06-2008, 15:24
Wait, wait. You didn't mention she was a girl. You should pick her up. :w00t
Is that Hleb in your sig. :laugh:
:)
Shouldn't you get going? Game starts soon.
Still got an hour and a half. I can't bloody wait. I really hope it's my lucky night ;)
Is that Hleb in your sig. :laugh:
:shifty:
It's a bit risky, but i couldn't contain myself. :laugh:
Still got an hour and a half. I can't bloody wait. I really hope it's my lucky night ;)
That's the beauty of having a fine lady by your side. You get lucky every night...and day. :dribble:
Don't think we could have asked for a better start.
Happy days. Let's carry it on.
Ahahaha, i can't wait to see what we do with the Greeks. That anti-futbolistic display is pissing me right off.
AgentZero
10-06-2008, 22:17
im bombing out with my preds from this group
I don't want to get ahead of myself I mean we pretty much had the same first game in the last World Cup. See how that turned out.
But what was different about yesterday compared to the game against the Ukraine was that Russia weren't half bad and on many occasions we got lucky. Something we don't normally get in tournaments.
I think for football's sake we should give the Greeks a battering. Seriously unless you're Greek I can't see why anyone would want to watch that sort of football at a major tournament. Sweden didn't impress me that much tbh. I think the Russian will do them.
We better score early against the Swedes because i'm afraid our defense will not hold for long against Larsson and Ibrahimovic.
Marchena has got no chance against either.
We better score early against the Swedes because i'm afraid our defense will not hold for long against Larsson and Ibrahimovic.
Marchena has got no chance against either.
Yeah apart from Casillas and Puyol I have little faith at the back. Ramos disappointed me.
AgentZero
11-06-2008, 09:35
Its scary to think that liverpool might have a dip for villa.
Started off so well then we've changed to a Spanish team who don't know how to keep hold of the ball.
I can't help but think if Puyol was still on the pitch we'd still be 1-0 up.
Albiol and Marchena, Valencia's centre backs :/ We just need to start playing again and just find the space. We're better then this and it's frustrating!
Villa maravilla!
Disappointed with a few players but hey we can't play like the Dutch all the time. I really hope Puyol is back soon and that it was just a knock.
Seen man of the match for me. Does very little wrong.
Aragones got lucky. How can he make all his substituions half an hour before the end of a match, and take out two of his most creative players in favour of Cazorla? Not to mention leaving one of the worst defensive partnerships of La Liga last season. Had Ibrahimovic still been on the pitch, i bet the outcome would have been disastrous for us. I'd have but Ramos in the middle and would have brought in Arbeloa, or another sideback.
Anyway, we've managed to stir clear of the Dutch, which is rather good news at the moment. :happy:
We? :tongue:
What do you mean? :unsure:
What do you mean? :unsure:I always thought you were from Syria and not Spain, or am I wrong? :unsure:
Adammce05
14-06-2008, 19:42
Always loved Villa since I got Valencia on a random in Pro 5, love that guy ! would kill to see him go anywhere that isnt Man United or Madrid. Tbh I'd like to see him stay at Valencia and them to become that force they once were, but I think that'll take some ridiculous happening as it stands :(.
Good result for Spain, even if yous did play far from your best, nice penalty given btw when Elmander was it rugby tackled Silva.
I always thought you were from Syria and not Spain, or am I wrong? :unsure:
If I remember rightly, he was indeed born in Spain or at least lived in Spain for a good part of his life.
If I remember rightly, he was indeed born in Spain or at least lived in Spain for a good part of his life.Now it all makes sense. I do love it when a plan comes together.
Quite surprised I never picked up on that actually. All I remember is he does indeed look like...
http://www.gonemovies.com/WWW/WanadooFilms/ScienceFiction/LordOfTheRingsAragorn2_sm.jpg
Hahaha yeah. Funny you mention Viggo. That guy speaks pretty much perfect Spanish. Puts me to shame.
BarnDoor
14-06-2008, 20:05
Now it all makes sense. I do love it when a plan comes together.
Quite surprised I never picked up on that actually. All I remember is he does indeed look like...
http://www.gonemovies.com/WWW/WanadooFilms/ScienceFiction/LordOfTheRingsAragorn2_sm.jpg
Difference is we like Aragorn more.
I am indeed a Spanish citizen - Barcelonian to be precise - though i remain a 'proud' Arab. :smug:
I'm also far prettier than Viggo, who does indeed speak fluent Spanish, but that's because he lived in South America for many years, according to Wikipedia.
Looks like we're going to do a complete overall for the Greece game. Only Iniesta will start who started against the Swedes.
Reina
Arbeloa, Albiol, Juanito y Fernando Navarro
Xabi Alonso, De la Red y Cesc
Iniesta Sergio García
Güiza
Güiza up top on his own. Reasonably strong squad we've got when you look at that. Capable of beating the Greeks at least.
AgentZero
17-06-2008, 03:15
i just hope it doesnt become a dour game like the germans v austria
Xabi Alonso was the stand out player for me last night. Imagine if that shot from the half way line went in :laugh:
He's shot that hit the post was lovely too.
Overall I was a little bit disappointed, these are players that should be wanting to make an impression. Still don't understand what Sergio Garcia is doing in the squad.
So onto Sunday and I'm still not overly confident. I think the last time we beat Italy in a match that wasn't a friendly was some time back in the 1920's.
Mig, hazme un favor y postea ahi:
http://www.pesmaniacs.com/forum/showthread.php?p=188115#post18 8115
We need you to come out of retirement. :)
AgentZero
19-06-2008, 12:52
get in guiza!? wildcard for the fantasy league.
Adammce05
19-06-2008, 18:16
Xabi Alonso was the stand out player for me last night. Imagine if that shot from the half way line went in :laugh:
He's shot that hit the post was lovely too.
Overall I was a little bit disappointed, these are players that should be wanting to make an impression. Still don't understand what Sergio Garcia is doing in the squad.
So onto Sunday and I'm still not overly confident. I think the last time we beat Italy in a match that wasn't a friendly was some time back in the 1920's.
Alonso was quality last night, is it true that he's signed for Juve ? According to the commentator he's agreed terms etc :(:(.
Definitely an excellent player to come in for you guys but.
Over the bloody moon! We can actually get past the quarter finals of a tournament.
We need to improve if we want to get past the Russians but I'm not even thinking about them yet I just want to enjoy this.
SAN IKER!!!
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Couple of great saves by Casillas!!
It's annoying me how all the papers are saying that Fabregas put them through to the Semi's as if he is the hero when Casillas basically won it for Spain!
Casillas is the 'Hero', not fucking Fabregas, though i take nothing from the lad.
He handled the pressure admirably.
Keyser Soze
23-06-2008, 17:11
Couple of great saves by Casillas!!
It's annoying me how all the papers are saying that Fabregas put them through to the Semi's as if he is the hero when Casillas basically won it for Spain!
That's the English media for you. It was always going to happen.
Casillas is a fucking incredible keeper.
I can see Fabregas now playing ahead of Iniesta, who in my opinion, has not been at his best. Still, great penalty to take under pressure.
I'd personally start Cazorla over Iniesta. The kid has really impressed me and totally proven me wrong, he's far from out of his depth at international level.
Stella Artois
24-06-2008, 09:27
Couple of great saves by Casillas!!
It's annoying me how all the papers are saying that Fabregas put them through to the Semi's as if he is the hero when Casillas basically won it for Spain!
Technically he did. ;)
Still can't see how he's not in the side. Still, the less he plays the better for Arsenal I guess.
Technically he did. ;)
Still can't see how he's not in the side. Still, the less he plays the better for Arsenal I guess.
Last time I heard Aragones pulled the old 'not as good for Spain as he is for Arsenal'. To be honest and going by this tournament, what is Sergio Ramos still doing in the side?
Last time I heard Aragones pulled the old 'not as good for Spain as he is for Arsenal'. To be honest and going by this tournament, what is Sergio Ramos still doing in the side?
Only better player then Ramos that can play right back would be Puyol but then we need to him play centre back because there's no one better. Also you can't help but think after the season Ramos had that he might actually get into gear soon. Although it's still yet to be seen. Arbeloa is the other option :/
I think it's time to start Iniesta on the bench. He may be a better sub because apart from the Russia game he's been no where near his best.
Dragonfly
04-07-2008, 19:03
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ciFTWURxmb4
:lol:
Squad for Estonia and Belgium.
Casillas, Reina, Albiol, Arbeloa, Capdevila, Juanito, Marchena, Navarro, Puyol, Sergio Ramos, Xabi Alonso, Capel, Cazorla, Cesc, Xavi, Iniesta, Iraola, Senna, Güiza, Torres y Villa.
Albiol has a slight injury so not sure if he'll be replaced yet.
No real surprises, with Torres back Bojan has gone back to the U-21s. Haven't seen much of Iraola so I'm still questioning his call up. Not a fan of Capel either but he's useful to have when we want to change things.
Torres is on fire at the moment lets hope he do it for Spain.
How's Guiza at Fenerbahce?
mufcsean
07-10-2008, 00:57
Is David Silva injured, if so how long for?
CDDRodrigo
07-10-2008, 01:52
Yeah, wat's up with Silva?
Is David Silva injured, if so how long for?
Another two months if I'm not wrong.
Cesc, Xavi and Iniesta = Awesomeness. Iniesta's goal was silky motherfucker.
Entertaining game so far.
Torres went off injured and could be a doubt for the game against Atleti :D He's just not destined to play Champions League football in the Calderon.
Dragonfly
15-10-2008, 20:25
You guys look shaky at the back. You could concede a second at any time.
Belgium have picked up their game for sure.
Yeah.
I'll be happy to come back with a draw. They're dangerous, got quite a bit of pace.
Villa Villa Villa, Villa MaraVilla!
:D:D:D:D:D
We fucked them at the last minute. Cruel, yet highly satisfying.
They were worthy opponents.
TheBishop
16-10-2008, 12:32
Belgium have got a good young squad, definitely improved after last few years. Spain should coast this group now. Iniesta's goal was so silky!
This Belgium will be a great squad in the future, so much talent. Defour, Dembele, Witsel, Kompany, Fellaini...
I.N Extasy
19-10-2008, 13:15
Yeah, great goal by Iniesta. It has been pointed out by someone else before, in the Barca thread I think, but I feel the need to say it again: whenever (most of the time at least) Iniesta scores, you know it has to be something special.
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