worldspy -
19.06.12 23:42
In the end, England qualified with something to spare and their prize for finishing top of Group D is a significant one. Roy Hodgson's team will be glad to avoid Spain in the quarter-finals and, though Italy represent challenging opponents in their own right, the benefits of circumnavigating a date with the world champions are plain.Instead, the reward for Wayne Rooney's decisive contribution, early in the second half, is to face more moderate opposition in Kiev on Sunday, with a possible semi-final against Germany to follow. Rooney will cherish his goal, coming on his return from suspension, mehr bei guardian.co.uk