Returning to Hong Kong, my thoughts are still drifting in the laughter of my brother's interview in Germany. Speaking of unforgettable interviews, it was the fun time I had with my dear friend of Italy fans Chan Wai Yue! Chan Wai Yue! Hopefully, it was a relaxing and enjoyable viewing experience for all of us before the tense battle! Tonight, however, as Germany, represented by my brother, faces a tough opponent - Denmark - in the final round of the knockout stage, perhaps we'll have to put aside our brotherly love for a while and joke around a bit!
Germany's Avalanche Fugulo's header in stoppage time and the tall winger's substitution were reminiscent of Bialhoff's two goals in the 1996 final. Personally, I think he definitely has more to show for it. Meanwhile, the three core players of the Danish team, including the 1.99-meter Vistago, are undoubtedly their strong backing. I'm sure Coach Goldschmidt will send out the young Xaviers tonight and have Avalanche charging in at key moments.
In terms of the lineup, the suspension of Jonathan Tesh and the injury to Rudyga certainly posed a challenge for the team. However, the performances in these two games did not seem to be as good as they could have been, with starts, speed, reactions and concentration failing to live up to expectations. Today, Waldemar Anton and Niko Schulodabik are expected to make up for this shortcoming. Denmark, on the other hand, didn't score many goals in the group stage, collecting two goals from only 42 shots. As long as Germany stays focused, the prospects for advancement remain bright.
