Friday 20 June 2014

Day Nine - Costa Rica v Italy

Pre Match Thoughts
To the match that may decide England's fate. A draw here today, or a shock Costa Rica win, and they're out, with an Italy win being the ideal. Certainly the Italians will look to bed their place in their second round in today, though they'll surely not underestimate Costa Rica.

Due to being knackered - that's your lot. 3-1 to Italy?

Drink?
Large can of Red Bull.

First Half
Somewhere, Roy Hodgson takes a big gulp of wine and sighs. Costa Rica had offered some troubles to the Italian defence, though Balotelli made a mess of a great chance given to him by Pirlo.

Seconds after Costa Rica should have a penalty, they scored anyways. A great cross from the left being nodded in by Fulham's Bryan Ruiz.

Second Half
Who saw that? Italy didn't seem remotely bothered for whatever reason, Costa Rica defended like giants and deserved the result.

Result
Costa Rica win 1-0 and go through to the next round. Italy will play Uruguay will play to decide who else goes through. England are knocked out.


Annoyed by anything?
Why can't I find a copy of "Backpass" magazine anywhere in Manchester?

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