Werder Bremen v Sampdoria RTE2 19:45

_Bella_

Coverage from RTE 2 starts at 7:00

Should be an exciting match between two attacking teams. It was originally billed as 'Cassano v Oezil' . Important match in terms of Bundesliga v Serie A. If Werder Bremen wins it will mean that both Serie A and the Bundesliga have three teams in the CL group stages and it pushes them closer to having three automatic qualification places taking one from Serie A. If Samapadoria win then Serie A will have 4 teams in the CL group stages compared to the Bundesligas 2.

adamski8

why are rte showing this? (not complaining just its unusual)

Gillington

Good choice by RTE,looking forward to it

Bukman13

_Bella_ wrote: »

Coverage from RTE 2 starts at 7:00

Should be an exciting match between two attacking teams. It was originally billed as 'Cassano v Oezil' . Important match in terms of Bundesliga v Serie A. If Werder Bremen wins it will mean that both Serie A and the Bundesliga have three teams in the CL group stages and it pushes them closer to having three automatic qualification places taking one from Serie A. If Samapadoria win then Serie A will have 4 teams in the CL group stages compared to the Bundesligas 2.

Italy only pipped Germany to the 4 CL spots by 0.12 of a Co-efficient point last season. Italian teams need to out preform German teams in all competitions this season as they are already about 5 Co-efficient points behind Germany for next season.

Sampdoria were excellent last season with Cassano and Pazzini playing up front in a 4-2-2-2 formation for the majority. They usually play two deep lying DMs one of which is Captain Palombo who both Milan and Juve have expressed interest in this summer.

Oat23

I'm looking forward to it. Although I don't know a lot about Sampdoria's team as I don't follow Serie A as close as I have in the past.

This is Marko Marins chance to step up now that Özil is gone.

Bukman13

Almeida and Pizzaro start for Bremen, Marin is on the bench.

No surprises in the Sampdoria line up.

Cypher_sounds

LOL@RTE showing this match but couldn't show the national team live against Argentina in their first match at their new home

Oat23

Cypher_sounds wrote: »

LOL@RTE showing this match but couldn't show the national team live against Argentina in their first match at their new home

This is the champions league.
RTÉ have the rights to the Champions League.

Ireland v Argentina was a friendly.
RTÉ didn't have the rights to this friendly.

FearDark

Oatesy23 wrote: »

Ireland v Argentina was a friendly.
RTÉ didn't have the rights to this friendly.

But in all fairness, they really should have the rights. Thats an arguement for another day...

mike65

If something more Iberian appeals, ITV4 are showing Braga v Sevilla.

99? Is he a flake?

Minstrel27

adamski8 wrote: »

why are rte showing this? (not complaining just its unusual)

Cypher_sounds wrote: »

LOL@RTE showing this match but couldn't show the national team live against Argentina in their first match at their new home

RTÉ have to show a game from this round of the Champions League. They don't have a choice. Much like how TV3 will probably be showing the 2nd leg of this game next Tuesday.

Mint Sauce

what was Hamilton just rabbiting on about in relation to the assistant referees (lines men) and the one behind the goals, he made a right hash at trying to explain their roles

_Bella_

What a chance for Pazzini! Well worked move though

ntlbell

mike65 wrote: »

If something more Iberian appeals, ITV4 are showing Braga v Sevilla.

99? Is he a flake?

apprently he wanted 18 81+18 = 99 apprently, well no apparently, yes it does :pac:

ShamoBuc

mike65 wrote: »

If something more Iberian appeals, ITV4 are showing Braga v Sevilla.

99? Is he a flake?

Like it alot

Nailz

I like that commentator on SS2.

Oat23

ntlbell wrote: »

apprently he wanted 18 81+18 = 99 apprently, well no apparently, yes it does :pac:

Sky sports said 9+9 = 18 so that's why it's 99.

Either way its stupid :pac:.

Guy:Incognito

Hamilton celebrated that like a crucial Ireland goal

mal1

Stekelly wrote: »

Hamilton celebrated that like a crucial Ireland goal

I'd like to see Sampdoria make it through and I reckon George is in the same camp. Who wouldn't like to see Cassano in the Champions League. Bad enough that we couldn't see him during the World Cup.

Peyton Manning

Enyeama (the Nigeria keeper) has put Tel Aviv one nil up against Salzburg from the penalty spot. Sweet.

Oat23

Hunt is having a stormer for Bremen so far.
I would have started Marin instead of Hunt if I was in charge.
That's why I'm not .

_Bella_

George Hamilton:

'Thats 6 referees in the CL this year, wonder if there are enough showers for all of them'

Oat23

_Bella_ wrote: »

George Hamilton:

'Thats 6 referees in the CL this year, wonder if there are enough showers for all of them'

Oh god.

Minstrel27

_Bella_ wrote: »

George Hamilton:

'Thats 6 referees in the CL this year, wonder if there are enough showers for all of them'

Kinky

Eire-Dearg

Enyeama - 1
Heskey - 0

Bukman13

I wouldn't be surprised if Sampdoria knick a winner in the 2nd half, from a set piece or counter attack. Bremen have dominated possession but Sampdoria looked far more threatening when they did attack.

Bremen seemed to be playing too narrow at times, which was playing into the hands of Palombo and Tissoni (who has been excellent imo).

_Bella_

Definitely wouldn't be surprised if Sampdoria score on the counter. But I think that Werder will get a goal. I'm sure Marin wll come on in the second half and will liven things up.

CR 7

That was nice.
:eek:

Nailz

Beautiful!

_Bella_

What a strike from Fritz!

Oat23

Lovely goal from Fritz. 1-0 Bremen

Rivalry aside, yehoo!

More champions league spots for the bundesliga please.

SK1979

Cracker!

CR 7

He looked so awkward lining it up, looked like it was gonna hit the corner flag by his body shape.

Minstrel27

It was an absolute screamer, a joy to see

S.R.F.C.

Super finish, now to push on and get a second, need to keep the pressure up.

_Bella_

Almeida is not having a good game.

Nailz

Ooh! Post saved Bremen!

_Bella_

Bremen were very lucky there!

Nailz

Ouch, studs in the side of the leg of Fritz, I know what that's like...

Oat23

Lovely stuff!

Well done ref, well done!

Get the F off the pitch.

2-0 Bremen - Torsten Frings

_Bella_

Not looking good for Sampdoria!

Nailz

Wallner tucks away a penalty for Redbull Salzburg, still in trouble as far as the tie goes, 3-2 down at home.

Edit: 3-0! Over.

S.R.F.C.

Great stuff, now hopefully grab a few more and completely finish the tie.

Minstrel27

That's got to be tie over

Oat23

Game
Set
Tie

3-0 - Pizarro

_Bella_

And thats 3! Can't see Sampdoria coming back from this. Really glad for Bremen. They are a great team to watch even with their suicidal defending!

Nailz

S.R.F.C. wrote: »

Great stuff, now hopefully grab a few more and completely finish the tie.

Some of Bremen's passing is ****ing lovely!

Edit: As of 5 minutes ago, 2 goals in as many minutes in the Partizan Belgrade - Anderlecht tie, 2-2.

Oat23

That has turned it around now.

3-1 - Pazzini

_Bella_

Well that puts Sampdoria back in the tie! Bremen should be kicking themselves!

Nailz

Mmm, this makes for an interesting tie in Italy!

_Bella_

2nd leg kicks off at 7:45 on tv3.

This leg could end up being pretty exciting if Sampdoria get an early goal. Bremen just lost 4-1 and hardly have the best defence.