"Winning was our only option and the team went out there with that in mind. Thomas (Muller) did really well in attack and created a lot of space for us."
Joachim Low, Germany coach was more than elated to have his team's World Cup campaign kick-off in such a bright light thanks to Muller's great efforts, June 16, at the Arena Fonte Nova Salvador.
With the Germans' great victory, Portugal seemed to have suffered the same fate as Spain's a week ago. And that fate is called bad luck. With much effort, the team managed to pull off a grand total of zero goals, and out Pepe within the first half.
The Germans performed very well, as usual, and Thomas Muller was on fire throughout the match. Moreover, Paulo Bento's goalkeeping skills were at bay, making scoring for the Germans easy and effortless. Pepe's lack of spectacular spirit just made the game one-sided.
There isn't much excitement in the game as what everyone had hoped for. The first 20 minutes of the game are the only entertainment the fans have received when Ronaldo put on a show by wandering the ball in Hugo Almeida's direction for moments, but Mats Hummels quickly came along and broke the team up.
The first goal was delivered by the man of the hour, Muller. He saw an opening between Patricio and Jaoa Pereira. Pereira was too busy with Mario Gotze on the grounds. The goal happened at
This second one was followed by Hummels at the 32nd minute of the match, then the rest was yet again Muller's efforts. Portugal couldn't stop the tricks his hat could pull off.
But then again, though Germany was victorious in their pursuit, it was not the kind of game everyone hoped for. Moreover, Portugal might suffer consequences if they continue to play this way.
