dmiles2186 wrote:Congrats to Germany, they were a pleasure to watch. Pretty sure I want a Bastian Schweinsteiger (he's been my favorite player on Germany the last two Cups). I feel bad for Messi. I'm sure there will be debates about how this impacts his 'legacy' or whatever stupid word they'll attach, but truth is, he's still one of, if not the best player in the world. He may still have another run at this. And Argentina wouldn't have got here without him.
Also, Gotze is going to get some serious German tail when he heads back home.
Nailed it, DM. I loved the way Germany played this WC. They always seemed to miss something. Either their D was suspect, or goalie was too gung-ho, or attack wasn't strong enough. Last WC, it was the goalie that ultimately cost them. This time around, they were as complete as a team can be. Neuer was massive, Hummels a giant in defense, Schweinsteiger a heart and muscle of that midfield and such a spread of talent up front that gelled marvelously. The best thing was that they all have played together for a while and could practically feel each other's runs. Rhythm, passion and force - that was German attack all tournament.
That said, they got very, very lucky today. Señor Higuain may go and dip himself in tar and then roll in feathers for the first half miss after a rare gift from Hummels. And that clearance from the goal line by Boateng... I think I may rewatch this game to make sure I see all of the close calls, it seems like I surely missed a few here and there.
I'm a little sad it's over but who could ask for a better birthday!!! This is the first time the WC final falls on my b-day and I will cherish this.