Russia rejoice as they qualify for the quarterfinals of a major tournament for the first time in their existence as an independent nation.Russia 2-0 Sweden
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Roman Pavluchenko (24)
Andrei Arshavin (50)
Russia looked sharp as they sliced and diced through the Swedish backline with lighting quick counter-attacking football. Guus Hiddink continued his improbable streak of bringing all four of the national sides he's coached through to the knockout stage of every tournament he's managed them. Lucky Guus indeed.
Greece 1-2 Spain
Angelos Charisteas (42)
La Furia Rosa demonstrated their class -- and perhaps some of that fighting spirit they're often accused of lacking-- by beating the current title-holders, Greece, with their second string and taking a perfect 9 points from Group D. Even still, they'll be questioning their luck in drawing the ever-dangerous Italians in their quarterfinal match on Sunday.
links to goals:
Roman Pavluchenko (24)
Andrei Arshavin (50)
Russia looked sharp as they sliced and diced through the Swedish backline with lighting quick counter-attacking football. Guus Hiddink continued his improbable streak of bringing all four of the national sides he's coached through to the knockout stage of every tournament he's managed them. Lucky Guus indeed.
Greece 1-2 Spain
links to goals:
La Furia Rosa demonstrated their class -- and perhaps some of that fighting spirit they're often accused of lacking-- by beating the current title-holders, Greece, with their second string and taking a perfect 9 points from Group D. Even still, they'll be questioning their luck in drawing the ever-dangerous Italians in their quarterfinal match on Sunday.
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