Euro 2012: Match Report- Germany vs Portugal

Germany 1-0 Portugal: (Gomez 72')Line UpsChamp of the Match: Mats HummelsTaken from WikipediaAn unlikely inclusion in the starting line up, replacing the ever-present Per Mertesacker. It’s a cagey start from the Borussia Dortmund defender, where he kept on playing direct passes from the start, trying not to lose the ball. He gradually grew into the game, winning headers and tackles throughout the first half. In the second half, Hummels was even more key. Defensive solidity, matched with acrobatics, which he used to mark most of his clearances. According to FourFourTwo's Stats App, Hummels was Germany's most influential player, ahead of Badstuber and Schweinstiger. Germany will hope that Hummels can continue to impress.Chump of the Match: Silvestre VarelaTaken from Portugal Footba...