Although kaka and Ronaldinho failed to turn up booted and ready (they came in briefly during half time to give away a golden sword to jaffal), the game itself was interesting.
The Italians may have played with their one leg tied (if you get my drift), but still it was an awesome display from Al Sadd. They defended hard and came very close to scoring an equaliser on many occasions.
I personally feel that more than the result, it was football who ended up the winner. Although the attempts at a Mexican wave failed miserably (despite a section of the audience trying umpteen times), the mood was visible for all to see.
This is how a football match should be played. This game proved that if there are good matches, all roads will lead to the stadium hosting it. Bravo to the organisers, the players and the audience.
Although kaka and Ronaldinho failed to turn up booted and ready (they came in briefly during half time to give away a golden sword to jaffal), the game itself was interesting.
The Italians may have played with their one leg tied (if you get my drift), but still it was an awesome display from Al Sadd. They defended hard and came very close to scoring an equaliser on many occasions.
I personally feel that more than the result, it was football who ended up the winner. Although the attempts at a Mexican wave failed miserably (despite a section of the audience trying umpteen times), the mood was visible for all to see.
This is how a football match should be played. This game proved that if there are good matches, all roads will lead to the stadium hosting it. Bravo to the organisers, the players and the audience.
YOU made it happen.
Stand up, take a bow, make us proud!