-Jez Ashurst

Torres's 33 minutes strike(and maybe the hair gel) is what makes all the difference. But throughout the night, Spain totally outplayed the Germans and even though they created some threats, the cup looked to have belong to Spain all the while. The entire squad from top to bottom just oozed qualities. And the most important thing is, they played as a unit.

The way Nando outrun P.Lahm is so damn funny. It was like Nando was on his right then he suddenly stop and run on his left side instead. He changed direction so fast that Lahm was like "EH?". And once you let Torres get pass the defenders and it's him one on one with the keeper, we all know what the outcome is most of the time. The kid is just so smart! And yeah, ru, what's with the thumb sucking? Olalla pregnant? Heheh. Be a man Nando, if that's the case. 

There are so many players who stood out that night that it would be unfair to single them out. But there a few who are superb. Casillas has always been, and was the same last night. In fact, he was impressive with all the pressure on his shoulder. Being a goalie and a captain on a night like this is NOT easy. Beside him, Sergio Ramos really stood out for me. He's everywhere, after every ball. And he nearly scored a header which he totally deserved. 

Aragones, well, what can I say, he's one brave man. Alonso for Cesc, fine la. Santi Cazorla for Silva, ok, still fine la. BUT then, Guiza for Nando AGAIN. And they were only up by 1 goal. What if Germany scored an equaliser? Then they go into ET in the final WITHOUT Nando? He's one brave man. But anyhow, credits to him for bringing Spain this far and it's a really nice way to retire. Hopefully he didn't hurt his back while being tossed in the air but the players. I bet it's Reina's idea. 

All in all, a great night of football and for Spain's football. Anyone who calls them underachievers from now on is going to get it from me.