microcosm

What an interesting group-phase with a couple of very good matches. I love that they play "Seven Nation Army" for the entrance and not the usual silly songs!

Group A

Czech Republic - Portugal
Another well display from Portugal with Deco and Ronaldo on the top.

Switzerland - Turkey
An undeserved and needless defeat. It's a pity for the hosts that they have been ruled out.

Group B

Germany - Croatia
A horrible performance by Germany, Croatia was really better and keen to win. I don't know what the German lads went for.

Austria - Poland
Austria deserved a win not a draw. They should use their chances!

Group C

Italy - Romania
The Italians were lucky, Buffon made a great save at the penalty but the team played badly most of the time.

Netherlands - France
Excellent match by the Oranjes and a stunning goal from Sneijder.

Group D

Spain - Sweden
A late winner by Villa gave Spain the group victory, another team for the semi-finals in my opinion.

Greece - Russia
Greece deserved to be out this time with this poor performance!

It will be interesting to watch the final matches in the group phase. I think there are exciting games to see, stay tuned!