Spain remain faithful to their traditions
Monday, June 19th, 2006Spain’s failure at a major tournament is one of those things we can all rely on. Following the uncharacteristic 4-0 drubbing of the Ukraine, the Spanish press was filled with articles and comments from football experts assuring fans that this time it was different. Apparently tonight’s opponents had admitted that Spain were going to make it to the final, come what may, as had Michael Ballack according to Marca.
Tonight, however the euphoria almost evaporated as Spain struggled to beat Tunisia. Trailing to an early goal from Mnari, Spain only managed to turn the match around in the last 15 minutes following the introduction of Fabregas and Raul. Raul got the equaliser and the vastly overrated Fernando Torres got the other two. His first came from a great pass from Fabregas and a poor decision from goalie Boumnijel. His second was a badly struck penalty which squirmed into the net somehow.
The final score flatters the Spaniards and no doubt Marca will continue to whip up the hysteria. Tunisia are hardly a superpower. Spain to win the World Cup? Dream on…
