Darn those Vuvuzelas...

Love them, hate them. That seems to be the case ever since those darn instruments were introduced to the spectators during the World Cup this year. The Serbs blasted it after they lost to Ghana, I think the vuvuzelas had to withstand more flak than the Jambulani itself.

Well... You can hear more of the racket through these videos. The second one is quite funny... Suckers





On the other hand, last night's Netherlands-Brazil game was one of my favourite so far. The Dutch boast one of the best midfield squads in this year's World Cup, comprising of 2 creative midfielders (Rafael van der Vaart and Wesley Sneijder), a stamina runner (Dirk Kuyt), a lightning dribbler (Arjen Robben) and a defensive midfielder as a shield (Nigel de Jong).

Unfortunately before the game started, Van der Vaart picked up a calf injury so they played with 2 defensive midfielders instead, replacing him with Mark van Bommel. Brazil played with absolute flair in the first half, and backed the Dutch up against the wall with no room to breathe. Moreover, their lone striker Robin van Persie was incredibly below par and had a horrible game. Well, I guess they were in a pinch because they offered too much space for the Brazilians to roam around with. Look at how much room was left on the left flank for Dani Alves and Maicon to exploit.

But something happened after the interval. The Dutch began to play more fluid football, with their crisp passes and making more movement off the ball. They began to close down the space they once gave willingly to their opponents. Maybe it was me, maybe the Brazilians just got too complacent with their flaccid one goal lead... But still, the Dutch managed to come from behind to upset the 5-time world champions. That, is why I love the beautiful game. It builds and exhibits character. Maybe that, or maybe I just love midfield-oriented squads of any kind. Anyway, I can't wait for Germany-Argentina tonight. Ales gute, Deutschland!!

Music Again-Adam Lambert