REVIEW: ENGLAND vs URUGUAY
A do or die game, this game had to be a classic. England facing defeat against Italy, Uruguay broken by underdogs Costa Rica. Uruguay though were at an advantage after Luis Suarez returned from injury. Even though The British had lost to The Azzuris, the way they were knocking around the ball was very nice. Italians had to defend a lot in that game. Statistically it was going to be a tough clash.
The game started in the late afternoon hours. A very sunny weather, the crowd was enjoying itself at the stadium. The teams were more or less the same compared to the last game. Uruguay had replaced Diego Forlan by Liverpool striker Luis Suarez, and the English team was the same.
The game started in a weary manner. England relishing the possession. Some good passing was seen by the mid-fielders.But even with good possession, they could not create chances. They did get many corners, but never looking confident. Uruguay on the other hand, were able to get through. Cavani was coming to help the defense while Suarez constantly on the prowl. Uruguay were playing excellent football, just like the last WC. Just 6 mins before half-time, Uruguay opened the scoring by an easy header by Suarez on Cavani's cross. Cavani's role, acting like a support frame to Suarez, was working out well. Going into the break, Uruguay having a 1 goal lead, knew the job wasn't over.
The match resumed with both teams with fresh plans. Uruguay trying to increase the lead while England trying to get an equalizer. Uruguay made the 1st change. Surprisingly though, they had brought on a striker in place of a mid-fielder. It cost them. Just 10 mins later, Rooney the Manchester United striker equalized for England. The game was back to square one. Uruguay shaken by the equalizer. Both teams looking for a winner, Uruguay now got ball in their feet. Suarez scored the winning goal for Uruguay just 5 mins before full time. Uruguay won 2-1. They were still in the WC.
England's plan mistake:
England's game plan was very similar to Spain's game plan. Pass, pass, pass, and then look for some open space. Playing the same squad as the last game, some change was required. Also, Cahill and Jagielka(center backs)were all over the place. They were not clearing the ball, they could not head it away, it was a fiasco. 5 players in English squad team-mates with Suarez, should have offered some advice how to contain him. Suarez was on top of his game, and you need that at such crucial moments. England really lacked the urge to move forward. Their campaign this WC was over after Costa Rica defeated Italy.
This WC moves on with 2 European teams out of the WC before the 'Round of 16'. Let's see then. Who qualifies, who gets eliminated. Till then, watch the WC.
The game started in the late afternoon hours. A very sunny weather, the crowd was enjoying itself at the stadium. The teams were more or less the same compared to the last game. Uruguay had replaced Diego Forlan by Liverpool striker Luis Suarez, and the English team was the same.
The game started in a weary manner. England relishing the possession. Some good passing was seen by the mid-fielders.But even with good possession, they could not create chances. They did get many corners, but never looking confident. Uruguay on the other hand, were able to get through. Cavani was coming to help the defense while Suarez constantly on the prowl. Uruguay were playing excellent football, just like the last WC. Just 6 mins before half-time, Uruguay opened the scoring by an easy header by Suarez on Cavani's cross. Cavani's role, acting like a support frame to Suarez, was working out well. Going into the break, Uruguay having a 1 goal lead, knew the job wasn't over.
The match resumed with both teams with fresh plans. Uruguay trying to increase the lead while England trying to get an equalizer. Uruguay made the 1st change. Surprisingly though, they had brought on a striker in place of a mid-fielder. It cost them. Just 10 mins later, Rooney the Manchester United striker equalized for England. The game was back to square one. Uruguay shaken by the equalizer. Both teams looking for a winner, Uruguay now got ball in their feet. Suarez scored the winning goal for Uruguay just 5 mins before full time. Uruguay won 2-1. They were still in the WC.
England's plan mistake:
England's game plan was very similar to Spain's game plan. Pass, pass, pass, and then look for some open space. Playing the same squad as the last game, some change was required. Also, Cahill and Jagielka(center backs)were all over the place. They were not clearing the ball, they could not head it away, it was a fiasco. 5 players in English squad team-mates with Suarez, should have offered some advice how to contain him. Suarez was on top of his game, and you need that at such crucial moments. England really lacked the urge to move forward. Their campaign this WC was over after Costa Rica defeated Italy.
This WC moves on with 2 European teams out of the WC before the 'Round of 16'. Let's see then. Who qualifies, who gets eliminated. Till then, watch the WC.
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