A long game. Much longer than what time tells. Hard fought on both sides, but also a careful and organized game. Italy much more together in first half and it seemed that if they did not score then it might be cause for worry as the tired. Both teams played the second half about the same as the first half with Germany putting a bit more effort into the game with some scoring opportunities. Extra time proved to be the time for Italy...a post, a crossbar..and then, right toward the end Grosso's goal with a quick follow-up by Del Piero...and game's done...Italy in finals vs. either Portugal or France...
see you then!