España
In what felt like the longest World Cup final match ever, Spain won the World Cup over Holland in overtime, 1-0.
In what felt like a a yellow card throwdown between the two teams, Spain dominated the Jabulani but still couldn’t get a goal in until the second 15 minute overtime set. I have to say , I was especially impressed with the Spanish goalkeeper Casillas, who was catching balls and flying through the air making sure that Holland didn’t get one in the net.
I know in downtown Manhattan, every Spaniard and wannabe Spaniard was in the streets celebrating so I can’t even imagine what the scene was like in Spain.
Pulpo Paul’s prediction was correct. La Madre Patria for the win.
Images y Video Via / Peace FM Online
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