Congratulations Spain!
Written by mpowell
As you surely know by now, Spain defeated Germany in last night’s Euro 2008 Final. It was Spain’s first major title in 44 years, and Valencia exploded in joy.
Spain wins EM 2008 from Valencia Blog on Vimeo.
We watched the game at a local bar, complete with live entertainment from drunken, crazy fans.
After the tense 1-0 game, people emptied out into the streets. Scenes of pandemonium ensued — thousands of cars honking, fireworks, screaming, singing. It was awesome. Most people were waving flags, bedecked in body and face paint. The crowd was mostly young and, though wild, the celebration was completely peaceful and joyous.
Spain totally deserved the victory. They were the tournament’s best team, and although the Germans put up a good fight, the Spanish victory was well-earned. How often have we seen victors who win with unsportsmanlike conduct (Italy 06) or boring play (Greece 04)? It’s so refreshing to see a team like Spain, who play wonderful, gentlemanly, exciting soccer actually end up on top.
Congrats, Spain! You deserve it!
Valencia
20°
Javier wrote,
OOeeeeeeee, oe, oe, oe, oee, oee. Gracias.
Link | June 30th, 2008 at 11:29 pm
EM 2008: David Villa at the Plaza de la Virgen | Hola Valencia Blog wrote,
[...] It’s always good to keep an eye on the Valencia webcam, pointed at Plaza de la Virgen, on the right-hand side of our blog. Yesterday I noticed this huge crowed gathering there. So, of course, we had to go. It was worth it – we got to see David Villa and other members of the Spanish team being interviewed after winning the EM 2008. [...]
Link | July 2nd, 2008 at 9:09 am