It has been a fantastic tournament, even without England to support. I’ve found myself cheering on all the underdogs, but throughout I’ve had my theoretical money on Spain and I’m glad to see them through to the final.
I’ve never been a fan of Germany (as is English tradition), the majority of their players come across as assholes to the maximum (Lehmann/Ballack) so if Spain could crush them, akin to England’s decimation of them back in 2001 (5-1 to England, all goals coming from my beloved Liverpool (Gerrard/Heskey/Owen 3)) I would be most happy, with Torres getting a hat trick 
Still, even if Germany take the honours, it really has been a fantastic spectacle. Turkey and Russia beating the odds. Some classy players coming to the fore and some reiterating their value.
Overally I was impressed a lot by Holland and Turkey. Holland played some wonderful football. Turkey had a lot of heart and played like their lives depended on it. I hope they go back home to a rapturous reception.
So, Sunday, 11:30am (West Coast US) I will be glued to my sofa, a Sobe Energy drink on my table and my guitar on my lap, cheering Spain on against the evil incarnate Germans!
