Germany vs Portugal

In my opinion, a pretty boring game between the Germans and the Portugese. Both started off holding their own in the first half. I guess you would've expected it as the first game for both teams.

The Germans maintained with a slight edge in possession. The Portugese team have only themselves to blame after wasting 11 corners, not converting one.

Pepe had a chance midway through the second half with a loose ball in front of goal, but the crossbar came to save the Germans as Pepe's shot hit the crossbar and bouncing off the line. Cristiano Ronaldo was indecisive, felt out of place, only able to get 4 shots at goal.

Mario Gomez managed to snatch the winner for Germany on the 72nd minute with a beautiful header across goal, beating the keeper. The German defense keeping steady and managing every shot at goal easily. Neuer made decisive saves for the Germans as well, keeping the lead with the Germans. 

Despite the goal, felt that the game was slightly boring with many wasted chances by both sides. Like I said earlier, both teams were being cautious since it was the first game of the tournament for both teams. Expected much more, for example something similar to the Russia versus Czech game last night.

Final Score. Germany 1 Portugal 0.