Thursday 19 June 2008

Your Complete Guide to Euro 2008: Abramovich's Russia Through


Bankrolled by Roman Abramovich's billions and billions, Russia swept past the Swedes last night to take the last quarter-final place that was up for grabs.
After Russia's heavy defeat against Spain at the start of the competition, Russia looked more like a team destined for Siberia than a team that has won a quarter-final match against tournament favourites Holland.
Magic touch Hiddink, 'Mr Oranje,' has worked the oracle and now faces his countrymen.
Spain came from a goal down to beat Greece 2-1 and became the latest members of the '3 from 3' club.

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