Thursday, June 12, 2008

Euro 2008: Austria Survived through a Late Equalizer against Poland

Austria vs Poland match ended up in a 1-1 draw tonight, with both sides were looking for victory in order bounce back in the tournament after suffering defeats in their respective opening matches. However, with this draw, both sides are still active in the quarter final race along with Germany, as Croatia already secured their quarter final spot in Euro 2008 after defeating mighty Germany today.

Austria started the match well creating a number of chances, but Poland scored in the 30th minute thanks to Guerreiro. Austria went into the half time trialing by 1 goal. Austria missed at least three clear chances in the first half. The home side got the equalizer in the injury time penalty goal from Vastic, after Prodl was illegally tackled in the box. The goal came as a big relief for the home fans as they were already preparing for a farewell. Now, Austria will face Germany in their last group stage match, while Poland will take on Croatia in their last match. Austria must defeat Germany in order to get into the quarter final of Euro 2008 tournament.

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