June 15, 2012

Euro 2012: June 15

England 3-2 Sweden
France 2-0 Ukraine

Both of the established powers claimed victories in the 2nd round of games and are in the drivers seat for the group finales on Tuesday.  The co-host Ukraine will really be looking to advance in front of their home fans, expect an intense atmosphere for that game.

June 14, 2012

Euro 2012: June 14

Italy 1-1 Croatia
Spain 4-0 Ireland

Spain and Fernando Torres silenced their doubters at least for another game after romping over the Republic of Ireland.  They're now in the drivers seat to advance to the quarterfinals but will face stiff opposition from Croatia in the 3rd round as they will also be fighting for their lives.  Ireland will look to play spoiler against Italy as they've already been eliminated.

June 13, 2012

Euro 2012: June 13

Portugal 3-2 Denmark
Germany 2-1 Netherlands

Once again the Netherlands falls and after playing the kind of defense they did they definitely deserved their result.  The attacking didn't kick into gear until late in the 2nd half when Robin van Persie struck a beautiful goal, but it was too little too late for the Dutch.  They now face a MUST win situation against Portugal in their last group game, and can only advance with a win and Germany win, and then must win goal differential over Portugal and Denmark.

June 12, 2012

Euro 2012: June 12

Czech Republic 2-1 Greece
Russia 1-1 Poland

After the second round of games Group A is still undecided.  A win will be enough to put any team through to the knockouts.  Also, tomorrow the Netherlands plays Germany desperate for a win to keep their advancement hopes alive.  I expect a lot of attacking and this game could get pretty wide open.

June 11, 2012

Euro 2012: June 11

England 1-1 France
Ukraine 2-1 Sweden

England used a whole fleet of buses to pick up a valuable point against what looked like a far superior French side.  The group is still wide open.