One. That is the number of teams in this World Cup who I have no interest whatsoever in seeing play the beautiful game*. That is Switzerland. They have blighted virtually every tournament they have participated in with their coma-inducing brand of workmanlike but average football. Today was not much different. I had some hope that their opponents Ecuador would provide some entertainment, as they clearly have a bit of attacking flair thanks to the Valencia's.
Valon Behrami (ugly Beckham) sums up Switzerland well though - and actually proves I am wrong not to give them at least some credit. His last ditch tackle and energetic burst at the end of the game turned a probable defeat into a glorious stoppage time victory; and although they do bore me, they were worth the win. With Honduras still to play, the Swiss now have an excellent chance to progress, where they will surely perish horribly at the hands of Argentina.
*I should clarify. Though I say I "have no interest whatsoever", I did of course watch intently and enjoy every minute of it!
Valon Behrami (ugly Beckham) sums up Switzerland well though - and actually proves I am wrong not to give them at least some credit. His last ditch tackle and energetic burst at the end of the game turned a probable defeat into a glorious stoppage time victory; and although they do bore me, they were worth the win. With Honduras still to play, the Swiss now have an excellent chance to progress, where they will surely perish horribly at the hands of Argentina.
*I should clarify. Though I say I "have no interest whatsoever", I did of course watch intently and enjoy every minute of it!
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