I still can't believe that Greece had won Euro 2004, beating Portugal in the final 1-0. I wanted Portugal to win badly cos I don't like Greece's style of playing, but I guess Portugal didn't play as well as they did in the semifinal and lost to a better team. Still, I feel quite sad for Portugal. After all, they are the host nation and they lost the final in their own ground. The 'golden generation' are also about to retire after the tournament and they have no trophy. It's quite understandable then that some Portuguese players were crying after the game. Guess my brothers are right after all. Both had backed Greece to win and they won their bets. Furthermore, my youngest brother had predicted before the whole tournament that Holland would win and Portugal would come in second. Obviously, he couldn't get both predictions right cos Holland played Portugal in the semifinal but he got his Portugal one right. Oh well...
Anyway I also watched the Wimbledon men's singles final last night between Federer and Roddick. Apparently it's been a long while that the top 2 seeds face each other in a Grand Slam final. And they did not disappoint. It was a truly wonderful match. Of course, I would have preferred Roddick to win but I had expected Federer to win. The match was of course not as dramatic as the French Open final but it was much much better in terms of quality. Many amazing shots and winners. And let's not forget about the serves. Both served really well. Federer could match Roddick in terms of aces. But Roddick's serve is really fast. Someone even commented that Roddick's second serve is still faster than Federer's first serve. You can see the muscles in Roddick's arm.. it's like bulging so big. But I think Roddick looks rather unkempt with his beard.
Went to Bernice's birthday party at her house yesterday. There were many people there... her family members and also her classmates. But I had a great time there. Was talking quite a bit to San Mei. Got to know her better. The food was wonderful. I like the cake especially. Thanks Bernice for the present!
Now that Euro 2004 is over, there's like not going to be any soccer action until the new EPL season starts. I know Channel 5 is showing Copa America live. But I didn't even know such a tournament exist and I don't think I'll be watching the matches, especially since they're showing the matches during school hours.
FORCA (Nelly Furtado)
It is the passion flowing right on through your veins
And it's the feeling that you're oh so glad you came
It is the moment you remember you're alive
It is the air you breathe, the element, the fire
It is that flower that you took the time to smell
It is the power that you know you got as well
It is the fear inside that you can overcome
This is the orchestra, the rhythm and the drum
Com uma forca, com uma forca
Com uma forca que ninguem pode parar
Com uma forca, com uma forca
Com uma fome que ninguem pode matar
It is the soundtrack of your ever-flowing life
It is the wind beneath your feet that makes you fly
It is the beautiful game that you choose to play
When you step out into the world to start your day
You show your face and take it in and scream and pray
You're gonna win it for yourself and us today
It is the gold, the green, the yellow and the grey
The red and sweat and tears, the love you go. Hey!
Com uma forca, com uma forca
Com uma forca que ninguem pode parar
Com uma forca, com uma forca
Com uma fome que ninguem pode matar
Closer to the sky, closer, way up high, closer to the sky
Com uma forca, com uma forca
Com uma forca que ninguem pode parar
Com uma forca, com uma forca
Com uma fome que ninguem pode matar