Euro 2012: Notes from Day 2

"Holland continues to disappoint

Zero points from two games to one of the top teams that started as favorite for overall victory, is close to running on the road to the first hurdle. Netherlands Germany suffered before the game, leaving everything in the hands of their attackers. Only Van der Vaart in the field the team improved its image, but by then it was too late.

"Italy no longer depends on itself

The draw against Croatia has left Italy on the ropes. The set Azzurri need to beat Ireland and wait to see what happens in the other match between Spanish and Croatian. Many of Prandelli problems in attack . Balotelli and Cassano are not a reference to use and is missing the figure of nine. The dependence of Andrea Pirlo in the plays of attack is huge.

"England resists

England survives, and still plenty of oxygen. After scraping a draw against a French top, Hodgson won a key victory against Sweden who had to struggle to consciousness. After trailing 2-1, managed to overcome thanks to the success scorer, push and some fortune. He played everything on the last day before the Ukrainian hosts, but can count on Rooney. Big words.

"France has dynamite

After the shaky debut against England, France showed against Ukraine on Friday because many consider it the main favorite for the title along with Spain. With the absence of Yann M'Vila continues to manifest problems in the midfield, but once the ball reaches three quarters of the attack, the selection gala shows scary. Special thanks to three men who have come replete with this Euro 2012: Benzema, Ribery and Nasri.

"Germany has strengthened its role as an aspiring

Without making too much noise, no exultant football practice, but from victory to victory against Portugal and Holland, the German strengthens his candidacy for the title. Appearing as one of the most solid blocks of the tournament, strengthened in all its lines and a Mario Gomez in a state of grace . Despite accumulating six points, has not the ticket to the quarterfinals guaranteed, but only a catastrophe could be left out.

The Notice of Spain

"Many rival Spain for as little

Spain beat Ireland comfortably, beating people and playing with authority. Del Bosque was able to correct several errors in the opener against Italy. However, the opponent was so extremely weak that despite the 4-0 would be too generous grant outstanding. Much more realistic the game against Croatia, a team of more packaging than players Trapattoni.

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