^ You're right actually
Me and my mates have been banging on about how not to peak too soon, fly under the radar right up until where you can't hide anymore, avoid suspicion, etc.
We've managed just fine in that respect :thumb:
First match against Denmark was solid, second against Japan was atrocious, third against Cameroon was solid again. I liked that Persie got a goal, even though he sucked for most of the match. Even more I liked Huntelaar's goal. It was an easy tap-in but he was there and he made it and that's good for his confidence. He's a valuable player to have on the bench.
It was funny that it was Robben that forced the second goal, though...barely 10 minutes on the pitch, he got the ball and there was someone running up next to him. The best continuation of play was to pass it of course, but when Robben went jerking around I scolded him. Then the fucker pulled inside with that lightning quick small acceleration of his and curved in a shot that hit the post.
I'm so glad Arjen is on our side, lol.
Still...Slovakia in the 2nd round. Shouldn't be a problem. Robben should play max. 45 mins. We need to put him in a glass box with "Fragile" on it and only take him out when we need him.
Slovakia should pose no problems. I'm positive Bertje will make sure the squad doesn't underestimate the Slovaks. They will need to approach it like any other match, a 100% focused on the goal and the result. Then...quarterfinals...Brazil....the tournament and the quest to become world champions starts there for us. From that point there can be no more hiding.
But okay, Slovakia first. We shouldn't let them get in our way. If we can't beat Slovakia we don't deserve shite.