World Cup 2014 Semi-finals Match Report: Brazil 1 – Germany 7

This wasn’t the match report I wanted to be writing. I knew Germany was strong and that Brazil had stumbled their way through the tournament so far. But I was sure that this match at Estadio Mineirao in Belo Horizonte would be great.

The Daily Drool – Epic Bromance Month (Old Skool): Michael Ballack & Torsten Frings

Here’s an old skool but much loved bromance. Fringser and Balle (their pet names for each other) played together on Bayern Munich & Die Mannschaft, but even when they were opponents, they still sent a lot of love each other’s way. Both are now retired.

Saturday Bits & Bobs

Hey all – hope you’re having a good weekend. I’m feeling a bit run down and crummy this weekend so I’m trying to get some rest. Here’s some bits & bobs. First up, this fantastic shot of El Pirata taken by his friend Rorro. I miss him so much! I wonder where he’s going to end up next season?

The Daily Drool: Michael Ballack

Midfielder Michael currently plays for Bayer Leverkusen of the Bundesliga, a team he originally played for back in 1999-2002. He is a former captain of Die Mannschaft and is one of the German national team’s all time leading goal scorers. He is a three time winner of the German Player of the Year (2002, 2003, 2005), UEFA Club Midfielder of the Year and was chosen by Pele as one of the FIFA’s 100 Greatest Players.