Match Day 5 Review

Four sides have been cut down to just two after a dramatic round of Semi Final's action. Here's a review of all of Match Day 5's action.

Portugal v Spain

They gave it their very all, but in the end Portugal just couldn't get over the line against the defending champions. I thought the Portuguese were very good, and very unlucky not to make it to the Final, after some hard work and a disciplined display in the Semi's. Their midfield three of Miguel Veloso, Raul Meireles and Joao Moutinho were excellent in shutting down the Spaniard's, while the work ethic of Cristiano Ronaldo, Hugo Almeida and Nani up front was just as good. They held out for as long as they could, but in the end Portugal's decision to leave Ronaldo's penalty until last cost them in the shootout.

They haven't been brilliant, but Spain have made it to the Euro 2012 Final. Again, the lack of a centre forward option really hurt the Spaniard's. Alvaro Negredo was the choice up front this time around, however he was monstered by Portugal's defence. Cesc Fabregas seems too much like a midfielder to fit the role, while Fernando Torres is horrendously out of form and short of confidence. Somehow they've made it to the Final, but can they drag themselves over the line?

Germany v Italy

They hardly put a foot wrong up until this point of the competition, yet Germany crashed out in spectacular fashion. They just didn't show up for their Semi Final against the Italians, and by the time they got going, it was already too late. They looked a little tired against a seemingly fit and firing Italian side, and it cost them dearly. They struck late through a Mesut Ozil penalty, but it was always only going to be a consolation goal. They now pack their bags and head home with nothing, following a tournament which promised a lot for a talent German side.

Everything's coming together at the perfect time for Italy. They looked refreshed, revamped and ready to go in the Final of Euro 2012. Andrea Pirlo is the key man for them in midfield, while Mario Balotelli is the spearhead going forward. If those two can combine in the Final, they could be unstoppable. It seems like once again they're going to come through in the face of adversity, but can they provide one final upset in the climax of this tournament?

Golden Boot

Alan Dzagoev - Russia - 3

Mario Mandzukic - Croatia - 3

Mario Gomez - Germany - 3

Mario Balotelli - Italy - 3

Cristiano Ronaldo - Portugal - 3