Portugal only has one of the best center defenders in the world and one of the best rising stars in the left side of the defense, but yeah, our defense sucks .

I just love when people try to "unicorn" their analysis like they know more than actual football analysts so that they can be unique.

Even being Portuguese, I think that the biggest chances are on Spain's side. Having said that, of course I hope that Portugal wins. Not only will a Portugal victory make an entire country extremely happy, as from what I've read on this thread so far, it will also make some people extremely unhappy too .

For those that say that Spain will beat us easily, I just ask you a simple question: Do you even recall the last time that Spain beat Portugal "simply"?.

lestatdark said: Portugal only has one of the best center defenders in the world and one of the best rising stars in the left side of the defense, but yeah, our defense sucks . I just love when people try to "unicorn" their analysis like they know more than actual football analysts so that they can be unique. Even being Portuguese, I think that the biggest chances are on Spain's side. Having said that, of course I hope that Portugal wins. Not only will a Portugal victory make an entire country extremely happy, as from what I've read on this thread so far, it will also make some people extremely unhappy too . For those that say that Spain will beat us easily, I just ask you a simple question: Do you even recall the last time that Spain beat Portugal "simply"?.

World Cup 2010

Player1x3 said: lestatdark said: Portugal only has one of the best center defenders in the world and one of the best rising stars in the left side of the defense, but yeah, our defense sucks . I just love when people try to "unicorn" their analysis like they know more than actual football analysts so that they can be unique. Even being Portuguese, I think that the biggest chances are on Spain's side. Having said that, of course I hope that Portugal wins. Not only will a Portugal victory make an entire country extremely happy, as from what I've read on this thread so far, it will also make some people extremely unhappy too . For those that say that Spain will beat us easily, I just ask you a simple question: Do you even recall the last time that Spain beat Portugal "simply"?. World Cup 2010

They beat us 1 - 0, with a goal that was borderline in the offside position (when viewed in the posterior replays), and had only other clear goal opportunity in the entire game, while we had a handful of missed chances on the first half (where we ended with an almost similar possession to Spain).

I don't think you understand the meaning of Winning Simply.

lestatdark said: Player1x3 said: lestatdark said: Portugal only has one of the best center defenders in the world and one of the best rising stars in the left side of the defense, but yeah, our defense sucks . I just love when people try to "unicorn" their analysis like they know more than actual football analysts so that they can be unique. Even being Portuguese, I think that the biggest chances are on Spain's side. Having said that, of course I hope that Portugal wins. Not only will a Portugal victory make an entire country extremely happy, as from what I've read on this thread so far, it will also make some people extremely unhappy too . For those that say that Spain will beat us easily, I just ask you a simple question: Do you even recall the last time that Spain beat Portugal "simply"?. World Cup 2010 They beat us 1 - 0, with a goal that was borderline in the offside position (when viewed in the posterior replays), and had only other clear goal opportunity in the entire game, while we had a handful of missed chances on the first half (where we ended with an almost similar possession to Spain). I don't think you understand the meaning of Winning Simply.

Spain dominated the match with almost 65% ball possession

Player1x3 said: lestatdark said: Player1x3 said: lestatdark said: Portugal only has one of the best center defenders in the world and one of the best rising stars in the left side of the defense, but yeah, our defense sucks . I just love when people try to "unicorn" their analysis like they know more than actual football analysts so that they can be unique. Even being Portuguese, I think that the biggest chances are on Spain's side. Having said that, of course I hope that Portugal wins. Not only will a Portugal victory make an entire country extremely happy, as from what I've read on this thread so far, it will also make some people extremely unhappy too . For those that say that Spain will beat us easily, I just ask you a simple question: Do you even recall the last time that Spain beat Portugal "simply"?. World Cup 2010 They beat us 1 - 0, with a goal that was borderline in the offside position (when viewed in the posterior replays), and had only other clear goal opportunity in the entire game, while we had a handful of missed chances on the first half (where we ended with an almost similar possession to Spain). I don't think you understand the meaning of Winning Simply. Spain dominated the match with almost 65% ball possession

62%. And that came mostly from the second half, where we completely disappeared. 

And if you understand anything regarding football, you'd know that Spain does that possession against every opponent. That's their playstyle and no one is going to beat them at that style. I'd rather have 40% of possession and create the most dangerous opportunities than having >60% possession when that possession is made mostly on your midfield. 

Your assessment of what is "winning simply" or "dominating" is a football immature one. So in your view, every team that plays Barça is completely dominated by them, even if Barça loses?. What about analyzing the meaning behind that possession.

lestatdark said: Player1x3 said: lestatdark said: Player1x3 said: lestatdark said: Portugal only has one of the best center defenders in the world and one of the best rising stars in the left side of the defense, but yeah, our defense sucks . I just love when people try to "unicorn" their analysis like they know more than actual football analysts so that they can be unique. Even being Portuguese, I think that the biggest chances are on Spain's side. Having said that, of course I hope that Portugal wins. Not only will a Portugal victory make an entire country extremely happy, as from what I've read on this thread so far, it will also make some people extremely unhappy too . For those that say that Spain will beat us easily, I just ask you a simple question: Do you even recall the last time that Spain beat Portugal "simply"?. World Cup 2010 They beat us 1 - 0, with a goal that was borderline in the offside position (when viewed in the posterior replays), and had only other clear goal opportunity in the entire game, while we had a handful of missed chances on the first half (where we ended with an almost similar possession to Spain). I don't think you understand the meaning of Winning Simply. Spain dominated the match with almost 65% ball possession 62%. And that came mostly from the second half, where we completely disappeared.  And if you understand anything regarding football, you'd know that Spain does that possession against every opponent. That's their playstyle and no one is going to beat them at that style. I'd rather have 40% of possession and create the most dangerous opportunities than having >60% possession when that possession is made mostly on your midfield.  Your assessment of what is "winning simply" or "dominating" is a football immature one. So in your view, every team that plays Barça is completely dominated by them, even if Barça loses?. What about analyzing the meaning behind that possession.

I'd rather have 60% of ball possession and WIN the match while at it :D   That's a simple win

I think Portugal can beat Spain if they continue there current form. I have a feeling they are going to choke though. I don't really care who wins I just hope it's an exciting game.

Player1x3 said: lestatdark said: Player1x3 said: lestatdark said: Player1x3 said: lestatdark said: Portugal only has one of the best center defenders in the world and one of the best rising stars in the left side of the defense, but yeah, our defense sucks . I just love when people try to "unicorn" their analysis like they know more than actual football analysts so that they can be unique. Even being Portuguese, I think that the biggest chances are on Spain's side. Having said that, of course I hope that Portugal wins. Not only will a Portugal victory make an entire country extremely happy, as from what I've read on this thread so far, it will also make some people extremely unhappy too . For those that say that Spain will beat us easily, I just ask you a simple question: Do you even recall the last time that Spain beat Portugal "simply"?. World Cup 2010 They beat us 1 - 0, with a goal that was borderline in the offside position (when viewed in the posterior replays), and had only other clear goal opportunity in the entire game, while we had a handful of missed chances on the first half (where we ended with an almost similar possession to Spain). I don't think you understand the meaning of Winning Simply. Spain dominated the match with almost 65% ball possession 62%. And that came mostly from the second half, where we completely disappeared.  And if you understand anything regarding football, you'd know that Spain does that possession against every opponent. That's their playstyle and no one is going to beat them at that style. I'd rather have 40% of possession and create the most dangerous opportunities than having >60% possession when that possession is made mostly on your midfield.  Your assessment of what is "winning simply" or "dominating" is a football immature one. So in your view, every team that plays Barça is completely dominated by them, even if Barça loses?. What about analyzing the meaning behind that possession. I'd rather have 60% of ball possession and WIN the match while at it :D   That's a simple win

So imagine that you have that possession, you have 0 chances at goal and you win the game at the penalty shootouts. That's still a simple win to you? 

That's my biggest fear to be honest. They have the quality to win, but I still have some reserves that they'll keep the mental fortitude, especially if things go sour fast during the game.

I don't know if we can pull another Holland against Spain.

Still my favourite pic from the competition so far (though the irish fan licking the Croatian girl's nipple is a close second). Can anyone top this?