International Friendlies and Transfers

I caught most of the England v Germany game, which promised all the usual drama between these exciting international sides. England looked really strong in the first half, taking the lead in the 9th minute on a goal by Frank Lampard setup by a nice run down the right flank by Micah Richards. Richards cut inside toward the goal box, beating a defender and drawing another out to create space for Lampard, who turned on the ball and blasted it past Lehmann, who I thought should have gotten to the shot. Nevertheless, a good goal for Lampard, who has been a bit hounded by the press recently. Shortly thereafter, in the 26th minute, Kevin Kuranyi scored off some poor goalkeeping by Paul Robinson who spilled the ball directly into Kuranyi's path. Germany took the lead off a beautiful strike by Christian Pander, who crushed the ball with his left from 30-35 yards out into the side netting, leaving Paul Robinson no chance at the ball. The second half slowed down, as both teams tightened at the back and England replaced Robinson with David James.
In other news, Gabriel Heinze and Arjen Robben have both left the Premiership for Real Madrid, for more than $60 million. I can't wait to see Arjen linking up with van Nistelrooy and Robinho in attack. I hate Heinze though and I hope he will conceded lots of goals in Champions League play and against Barca. I cannot wait for this weekend: Red Bull flugtag, EPL, Bundesliga and La Liga action, and no work. Good times.