Israel has to in a way rescued England as they manage to beat Guus Hiddink’s Russia side 2-1 with the winning goal coming in the 91st minute (what’s up with late goals these dasy?).
The win prevents the Russians from climbling past the English into second place in Group E with one game remaining, England now control their own destiny and they must beat or draw against Croatia in their last game to qualify for the EURO 2008 Finals.Russia had put itself in control of gaining a berth with a come-from-behind 2-1 victory over England in Moscow last month. But now England can qualify with a tie or victory on Wednesday against first-place Croatia at Wembley. Russia plays last-place Andorra at the same time and a victory by the Russians over Israel would have all-but-eliminated England.
England enters Wednesday’s game missing Wayne Rooney, Michael Owen and John Terry because of injuries and Rio Ferdinand due to a suspension.
Popularity: 1% [?]
Similar Posts
Well, I guess its good for the English team and football in general as the spectacle of the EURO 2008 would not have been the same ifthe British team was not present….They will surely qualify here and Steve will be sent off with Mourinho in