Kudos for the blog post Elisa, think of it as prelude for the podcast. I too think that Spain were their typically unfocused selves, but England were disgraceful. Gerrard and Lampard don't play well together and I'm starting to believe that Lampard needs to sit. They lack Rooney's inventiveness to link up with the midfield and some ballwinners behind Gerrard. They have injuries to King and Terry and they miss their veteran leadership, but what they need most of all is skill.

These just aren't the quality players that can compete internationally. I'd sit the Neville sisters, Crouchie and Lamps and bring in some of the talent that's starting in under-21's. Frankly, it looks like they'll miss Euro 2008.



 

Armando agreed, it is highly likely that both teams will miss Euro 2008.  They don't have the passion, wherewithal or coaching strength.  Both FAs don't have the balls to make any change as well.  Lampard may be on form with his club, but he is a shadow of himself internationally.  I am sorry but JT, does not have the charisma or characterstics that a captain needs yet.  Bring back Becks.  The fans, media, even McClown have mentioned Becks and a possible return, but it will never happen unless the players speak up.  Unfortunately, they are cowards and only think of themselves now, instead of the team.  Which will cause a downward spiral in the national team.  It's great to have the "best" league in the world and league of stars, but when it is detrimental to the development of youth and the national team, then it is a problem.  The same applies to Spain.  At least Aragones has finally dropped Raul and some of his old cronies but he needs to do more as well.  He needs to bring back Vicente and the players in form and give the youth a chance.  He needs to play those who participate in club football abroad, like Alonso, etc. No untouchables and no favoritism, please.