España, Reyes de Europa
Up to this moment all Spain had were the distant images of the 1964 European Cup with the memorable goal by Marcelino that led to the only major trophy for Spain. It was 44 years of heartache and tears but in the end it was worth the wait to see Spain finally conquer Europe once again. Finally, Spain does not have to live off just the black and white images now Spain can celebrate in color. Europe has been painted with a Furious Red and can bow to this magnificent Spain.
With their grand football Spain were crowned champions against a sorry Germany, that even though their history made them the favorites, Spain did not have fear and taught them a thing or two on how to play classy football. Spain with their ticki-taca demonstrated that they wanted the victory more than the Germans. They always say that you can never count the Germans out, but they were done in the 33rd minute by a stupendous goal from el niño Torres. Torres with that sole goal was giving a nation what they had longed for. The best team not only in the final but throughout the whole Euro had convincingly won. With a lot of heart, unity, luck, and most importantly intelligence Spain beat team after team. They were the perfect team and were ultimately awarded for it by giving them the perfect ending to a stunning tournament. El Sabio heavily criticized as he was, always stuck to his guns and formed a spectacular team. To El Sabio, a million thanks and a million apologies.
Spain have proved that with good football a team can be victorious and reach the highest grounds of football glory. As Torres stated, this is not only a victory for Spain but a victory for the beautiful football. In times when ‘ugly’ defensive football prevails over the jogo bonito, Spain were the heroes and defenders of the good and attractive football in Vienna. For this reason, Spain have so much to be proud of and celebrate about.
To conclude, this young group of players have written their names in golden letters in European history. They have permanently marked our minds and our hearts with the image of Casillas lifting the European Cup of Nations high up into the air. This group promises to give Spain even more splendor and joys, and I dare jump ahead and think that the World Cup is possible. Yes, I know its still too early to think about winning a World Cup, but after what I have lived this Euro, I cannot rule anything out. For me this Euro has proved that in football anything is possible. However, for the moment, I will enjoy this epic victory and championship. With the little breath that I still have and with my heart beating ever faster, I will scream once again, Que Viva España!
