The Crappy Analyst: Part 1 Portugal-Spain

So as promised, here's my analysis on the final four teams that has made it into the semis!

PORTUGAL

Portugal started off a bit flimsy, losing to Germany and their talisman player having trouble to get the momentum going for the team. But, their victory against Netherlands proved that C.R is a threat to any teams in the world, regardless of his competition with L.Messi, arguably the current world's best. Perhaps their style is a bit of a thrill, with occassional long shots to compliment the cross from wingers provided by Nani, Meireles and sometimes, the wingbacks, Coentrao.

Man to Watch: CRISTIANO RONALDO

Obviously, he's proven it in his team of Real Madrid, and up against Spain in the semis, he even commented to stop 'whining', a psychological warfare made famous by none other than the special 'Mou'. His dribbling skills are extraordinary, (only Messi can top that..Neymar=meh), and his surge of speed can prove to be helpful in fast-counter attacking style that they practiced in Real Madrid.

SPAIN

The current title holder, Spain started off a bit slow on getting the results, especially after they're missing David Villa, and Torres poor form of the seasons, leading them to rely on 5 midfielders but they constantly adding goals to their tally after the Ireland performance. Xavi and Iniesta is just too powerful in midfield, especially since they donned the 'Total Football' of tiki taka style that are made famous by Netherlands, and also practice in Barcelona, which are their current teams. Most of Spanish players are based in Spain, so they know each other styles of play and will try to accomodate the lack of force in the attack with the massive percentage on possession to frustrate the defenders.

Man to Watch: Iniesta

It's really hard to watch Spain plays without Iniesta. To be honest, he should play more on a central role and let Pedro gets a start on the left. Instead, Iniesta starts on the left, with Silva on the mid, and Xavi on the right. It done so well for Spain so far, but in my opinion, Iniesta can be the false '9' ala Messi for Barcelona (before Villa's injury). This man on his finest form can penetrate even the toughest defending teams (italy), and he proves it time and time again as a good playmaker and dribbler as well.

SPAIN VS PORTUGAL (1-0)

I'm sorry Portugal fans, my bet on Spain. Portugal looks fragile on the back, even with Pepe, and mid-control are decisive here. I have huge respect for Portugal of course, should they're the one to score, Spain could be having trouble to chase. Will be a very open game, with Spain possibly dominating the posession, and Portugal relying on the speed on the wingers to get Ronaldo into place to shoot/head into goals. Funny, feels like a Barcelona vs Real Madrid game. Anyone? No? :P