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All a . This is the slogan that bears the flag helena selection. With a hobby geared to your computer and a 'Wizard' on the bench-Otto Rehhagel still commanding the squadron its 72 Greek-chestnuts, Greece comes to South Africa to compete in what will be his second World Cup. On the previous occasion, back in 1994
in the U.S., the Greeks did not get past the first round and lost all three matches. This time, 16 years later, they want to surprise the world as they did in the European Championship in Portugal. While the fans helena is not as optimistic as at that date held in the country Luso, where every street and every corner of every Greek city was in full swing every time you play the selection, the Greeks know The 'Workers' Otto' is not going to South Africa vacation.
And, the reality of this selection changed dramatically when the German Otto Reihhagel took the reins of the squadron 'Blue'. Previously, competitive football in Greece had barely begun to be seen. Although recently the Greek Soccer Federation celebrated its 81 birthday, they are only worth mentioning a couple of skirmishes in the final stages of Euro-1980 in where they lost to West Germany , drew with Holland and Czechoslovakia, and the aforementioned Global presence in the U.S., on both occasions in the hands of Greek Alketas
Panagoulias.
All mediocrity became back in 2001 , when Greek President Vassilis Gagatsis, decided to accept the proposal of one of his advisers recommending the signing as coach of an 'old' German semi-retired professional football: Otto Rehhagel
. With him at the helm, the team was carving an identity forged in the discipline and sacrifice. It is true that the selection did not do fantasy football, but all the Greeks knew that his team would leave the soul until the final whistle.
Reihhagel, despite many ailments you to practice anti-football, what he did to the Greek squad was truly wise, the only way that Greece managed to overtake rivals much and even physically better technically, was to exploit the defensive qualities, rigor, order, sacrifice, ultimate fighting, wisdom tactics and effectiveness-that was the handful of players he coached, and minimizing the competing virtues (hence Rehhagel Euro in Portugal that the system constantly varied depending on how you play the opposing team-). A true miracle we got the Teutonic, thanks to a master class in tactics.
Despite the euphoria prevailing in the country of the gods towards the role of selection in the World Cup, the reality is very different. Greece is presented to South Africa generated many questions. Qualifying was discreet
, and after getting the 2 nd place in their group behind Switzerland, the Greeks were forced to play-off against Ukraine. After the 0-0 first-leg, the 'Workers' Otto' gave the C's in the Scandinavian country and succeeded, thanks to both the elusive SALPIGIDIS, sneak into the World Cup.
Greece remains a tough nut to crack , but Reihhagel tricks no longer work as before. After achieving victory in the European Championship in Portugal, the Greeks were left out of World Cup and the European Championships in Austria and Switzerland for the tournament went unnoticed. The sacrifice, determination, constant support on defense, make the most of the moves of strategy and efficiency are the hallmarks of a computer, low quality. The group B where he has been framed leaves the door open for hope to sneak for the first time in history, among the 16 best teams in the World. South Korea, Nigeria and the Greeks themselves are played, a priori, the second place behind Argentina. The calendar has been an ally for them as they played their last game against the South Americans-may already be classified, "and above will face off against Nigeria on 17 Thursday at 16h, in their second match in the World Cup, and will debut at
South Korea
-his great rival in the struggle to sneak into the knockout phase, "on Saturday, 12 to 13: 30h.
So
play
Rehhagel used interchangeably two schemes: the 5-4-1
and
4-5-1. The German mister is characterized by a real fox in the preparation of the games. On many occasions has his players in the field depending on the tactical scheme that uses the rival of the day. If the opposite way with two points, Greece usually played with three central defense, with two lanes that are closed when lavish defend and attack when the selection in 'blue' has the ball. If the opponent is a single point and have 5 midfielders, then Greece is usually sacrifice one of their three power-holders to strengthen the midfield and put a cap midfielder.
The defense often balk enough not to leave spaces on his back, because one of the major weaknesses of this selection is the slowness of their backs. The Greek defense as a whole stands out for its cohesion
. Not often allow less space, and supports and covers are a constant for 90 minutes. The leader of helena is behind Liverpool player
Kyrgiakos. Expeditious, tactically clever as few, very hard in the master brand passing game, is responsible for ordering, directing, positioning and holding the defensive line. If Rehhagel opted to play with three central
Kyrgiakos is 'liberated' in this line of three markers to constantly toggle wherever there is minimal danger smell. It's sort of 'sweeper' which has full freedom of movement at the back to plug holes and stop the advance of any opposing player who arrives with Greek superiority was the goal. His colleagues at the center of the rear often Vangelis Moras and Sokratis Papastathopoulos , rocky core, very high and excellent markers, which fit perfectly into the profile that requires Otto for their plants. In the lanes tend to play Vintra -right-and left-
Spyropoulos. Both will move into the center when the opposing team attacks the opposite field, which sometimes is a real wall in the center of defense up to 4 players. When attacked Greece, Spyropoulos Vintra and hook of the slots and provide support to middle and front line. His work tirelessly for 90 minutes, it is vital to get the system to balance both offense and defense.
Reihhagel If you choose to play with 4 defenders , Kyrgiakos occupies one of the two central positions, and Moras, Papadopoulos and Papastathopoulos vying for another job . With this scheme, the lanes become offensive side and the projection is usually quite minor, while the two plants use staining
man.
The midfield should be emphasized two priorities vital for gear blue ship: Kostas Katsouranis and Giorgos Karagounis . If Greece play with 5 defenders, Katsouranis delay its position and acts as a central midfield stopper. Is responsible for giving balance and sustain the midfield. Total player, giving constant support , hedges, stealing balls, and is responsible for initiating the attack game helena selection, displaying a deft touch of the ball both short and long. Although to be sacrificed on the defensive, their presence and quality do not go unnoticed throughout the 90 minutes. If Greece is with 4 defenders, then Rehhagel often introduce a more defensive midfielder, Patsatzoglu, if recovered, Tziolis and Makos are the candidates ", which Katsouranis has more freedom to climb down on offense and take advantage of his tremendous shot from distance. Karagounis, meanwhile, have full freedom of movement to sag in attack when the Greeks have the possession and pressure or close the midfield when attacking the opposing team, their work is vital in midfield, attack and defend throughout the game, and like Katsouranis, organized
Greek game, steal balls, throws to mediaspuntas their long journeys ... is the extension of Reihhagel in the field and an icon in Greece.
helena The core is completed by the end SALPIGIDIS and Samaras. Both have wings and are responsible for providing mobility dynamism, depth and overflow in the attack. In many cases change places. Samaras has freedom of movement to move around the edge of ¾-court, looking to surprise opposing defenses diagonal. The current Celtic player is the most destabilizing that is Greece, thanks to a powerful explosive first stride and his race, is a great asset for the Greek counter-attack game.
SALPIGIDIS
is more a winger, which often starts from the right wing despite being left-handed, to cut in and find the trip or attendance at any of his teammates. When the opponent has the ball, both plugged his band, increases control of the rival side, and lend a hand in the pressure to try to prevent the opposing team comes out with the ball played.
In attack, Gekas and Charisteas
act as such which lone ranger. Tireless workers in pressure during the 90 minutes are pulling uncheck and looking for some decent ball presented to them in the penalty area. Your job is not easy, since in many cases its titanic effort does not even have a low reward of having a free ball in front of goal. They are responsible for lowering the 'watermelons' that they come from above and hold the ball with his back to goal waiting for the arrival of the second line.
Overall Greece stands out as an extremely rocky for rivals, as well as defend often up to 8 players behind the ball ;-just Samaras and Gekas and Charisteas (who plays the two as a reference point) will lie ahead, "tactically work seamlessly and supports and covers are constant. No doubt his strength is destruction and weakness creation. In attack they confide everything to the quality and mobility of Samaras, the Katsouranis firing, the effectiveness on the top of Charisteas and Gekas, rapid and genius SALPIGIDIS Karagounis. With a football ugly
slacker little daring but very effective, the strategy moves are one of their main weapons. The Hellenic, extremely difficult to overcome together when placed in front on the scoreboard, is a team built to play against. However, when they have to take the reins of the party, all its shortcomings come to light in its heyday.
CALL
Kostantinos Chalkias (PAOK)
DOOR
The 'Tower', 1.96 ", is a specialist in the air, which also has excellent reflexes. Its weakness is its wild outings, which sometimes create trouble for his defense. Tzorvas has won the game in the race for the title.
Michalis Sifakis (Aris)
DOOR
will the third goalkeeper in South Africa. Young and complete, the future of helena is his goal.
Alexandros Tzorvas (Panathinaikos ) PORTER
Excellent one-on-one, will be the goalkeeper of Greece in the World Cup. Has completed a brilliant campaign at Panathinaikos. A favorite of the fans helena for its solvency and sobriety. Dominates the air and made spectacular stops. All insurance sticks, has a cat reflexes.
Sotirios Kyrgiakos (Liverpool) CENTRAL
is the axis on which rests the Greek defense. Excellent marker, dominates the air and is a master at the time of making the coverage. An ogre for rival strikers for his tremendous intensity and power. Somewhat slow when turning, fast forward suffers, but his great tactical rigor makes it very difficult to overcome. In Liverpool, where nobody expected too much of it, has done a good job. Sometimes it is too hard, do not have the quality to make played the ball.
Vangelis Moras (Bologna ) CENTRAL
The central Bologna Reihhagel is fixed. Very hard to beat at the top, is fast despite its size. Has a powerful shot and is not complicated when releasing the ball. Expedited when he pulled out of the area at a low marking performance.
Sokratis Papastathopoulos (Genoa ) ; CENTRAL
Although youth is a comprehensive central. Veloz, it is very hard to beat one on one. If Rehhagel opted to play with three central, he will be one of the elect. Very safe and consistent in performance, has enough technique to get the ball played. Above is a true bulwark.
Avra \u200b\u200b Papadopoulos (Olympiakos ) CENTRAL
technically very limited but a rock in the brand. It is anticipated quickly and does not break when it comes to defending the limit. All honor and claw to the Greek rear. A specialist in the game when underground.
Stelios Weeds (PAOK ) CENTRAL
Another a huge central span. Authoritative and powerful in the air. Too slow in the race, with a defense of three central performance as the foam rises. Should greatly improve your tactical sense game.
Vasilis Torosidis (Olympiakos) RIGHT SIDE
Side that highlights work more offensive, but more than met when defending. Very true in a three-core, and that makes it offensive projection adapted perfectly to the wingback position. Has a high resistance that allows up and down band for 90 minutes. Dribbling a specialist in the race, has a powerful drive and precision in their centers .
Lucas Vintra (Panathinaikos) RIGHT SIDE
side fits the position, if Reihhagel winger opts for a system with three stations. It is the antithesis of Torosidis. More limited in attack, where barely overflows but has a large center screw in the race, the defense is very difficult to overcome. Effectively cover his band and never caught him back, thanks to its tactical rigor. Party as a starter on the right flank of the rear helena.
Nikos Spyropoulos (Panathinaikos) LEFT SIDE
Lateral or winger achiever in both defense and attack. A Reihhagel fixed. Does not stand for anything in particular, but is very complete. Fast, joins the attack when the occasion allows and his band without fanfare cover technical but very effective .
Giorgos Tzavellas (Panionios) LEFT SIDE
The lack of left-backs can give the passport to the World. Had a good season with Panionios, where he has been the goal assists leader, and its main virtue is the balance that shows both defense and attack .
Alexandros Tzolis (Siena)
MEDIA CENTER
tireless worker in the wider plot, which draws a lot of turnovers per game thanks to good positioning. Very physical, will have his chance if Reihhagel decided to reinforce the midfield. All a lock on the building line. It is more destructive than creative .
Grigoris Makos (AEK) MEDIA CENTER
very dynamic base their work on work uniforms. Make a dark work in midfield but very effective. Usually falls on both sides for coverage and giving constant aid. Suffers with the ball at his feet.
Giorgos Karagounis (Panathinaikos) MEDIA CENTER
is the 'soul' of the Greek national team and the shaft which is supported by the entire team. Despite his age, has not lost one iota of vision of the game or that first stride makes him dribble to any rival. It has an excellent ball feel and an extraordinary vision. When defending, made an exit pressure on the opposing team's ball, which is essential for your computer. Is responsible for implementing the moves of strategy and lead the attack Hellene, has broad appeal and a powerful shot from distance .
Christos Patsatzoglu (Omonia)
Media Centre
center whose presence in the World Cup is very doubtful due to a knee injury that has kept him KO for much of the season. A Reihhagel fixed during the qualifying round while it was available, the preparer Teutonic hastens the time to recover to Christos. Covers many areas and incorporated the attack from which no doubt prove his powerful shot. Steals ball and makes constant aid.
Kostas Katsouranis (Panathinaikos) MEDIA CENTER
Midfield 'total' reaching the World Cup in excellent form after completing a brilliant season at Panathinaikos. Help defensive duties when the occasion requires, provides balance to the midfield Greek, has attached great mid-distance shot is a great passer in both short and long. Dominates all facets of the game, and also has great tactical awareness that makes him always being in the right place. You can come out with more regularity, at Panathinaikos took a more offensive position in the selection, if Greece plays with a 4-5-1. Has an interesting vision of the game to launch in contrast to the Greeks tips.
Sotiris Ninis (Panathinaikos) RIGHT INTERIOR
Skilled, can play for both bands and the playmaker. This year has given the title by Panathinaikos with a key goal. It has great quality, good dribbling direct goal and a glove on his right leg with his left foot but is not lame. Because of his youth, 20 years, emerges as a starter, but can be a very interesting variation from the bench .
Lazaros Chrisodoulopoulos (Panathinaikos) playmaker
Technical playmaker who has a more than acceptable vision. It's an ace up its sleeve that keeps Otto Reihhagel if things get ugly and is forced to introduce a more attacking option in midfield. One of the 'names' World's most exotic, Lazaros provide arrival and shooting from the field ¾.
Dimitris SALPIGIDIS (Panathinaikos) END
Far very fast you can play for both bands. Electrical and destabilizing one-on-one, is a fixture in the eleven Reihhagel. It helps a lot in pressure and is demarcated with skill. There is little goal, but it is a great assistant .
Giorgos Samaras (Celtic) SECOND FRONT
Forward who can play in any position of attack, and although not much scoring, is a constant danger because of his fine dribbling and assists accurate and a great ability to uncheck. Despite his height and power we hide his great skill with the ball under control. He is the man of highest quality Greek squad .
Angelos Chraristeas (Nuremberg) FRONT
still a wonder in pressure and a total auctioneer within the area. Be held the starting job with Gekas. Their portentous header is one of the main weapons of the Greek attack.
Theofanis Gekas (Hertha Berlin) FRONT
has been the top scorer in the Greek combined qualifying with 10 goals. Area a real killer, explosive and a great power in his lower body. Difficult for opposing defenses make for excellent uncheck, unforgiving one-on-one.
Kostas Mitroglu (Olympiakos) FRONT
big striker who has a goal between his eyebrows. Excellent in the air, avocados back the ball well and throws accurate uncheck the back of the defenses. The young striker Olympiakos will play a position in the World Cup with Pantelis Kapetanos .
Pantelis Kapetanos (Steaua Bucharest) FRONT
Greek Tank brings header and a very powerful shot. He moves like a fish in water in the area, where low and combing countless balls, but is a bit 'stock' out of it. In the finals, if it ends up beating the Mitroglu made, shall act opener from the bench .
Among those absent in South Africa should be emphasized in the Greek national team to two types of players: first some veterans who were present at the European Championship in Portugal, as Dellas or
Basinas
, and despite play a handful of matches of qualifying for the 2010 World Cup, have finally been left out. In the case of Basin, and much has weighed the fact spend almost blank season in Portsmouth, because of the injury and how little it has entered into technical plans Avram Grant. Dellas, meanwhile, has completed a solid campaign in Cyprus Anorthosis, but the competition in his post has finally cease to run for Rehhagel.
On the other hand, include the absence of some promising young Hellenic, which they reached the World Cup too soon. This the case of Kostas Manolas , the son of the legendary Greek defense Stelios Manolas, who has completed a great season with AEK and his 18 years sees tremendous potential central Marine Stergios , "another young defender who plays for Panathinaikos-o Giorgos Galitsos , promising a very tough right side with tremendous power. All three have been included in the pre-list of 30 players per Rehaggel, but none of them has a real chance of sneaking into the finals, unless the occurrence of any mishap in the form of last-minute injury.
Pliatsikas
young Schalke midfielder, also left out.
Sorpende the absence of midfielder Pantelis Kafes
, internationally on 29 occasions and who after Patsatzoglou problems, it appeared that at least enter in the pre-list Reihhagel.
also miss the World Ioannis Amanatidis, the able and Eintracht striker striker has resigned to be present in South Africa to recover fully from his knee injury, Christos Melissis , center, has completed a major campaign in Larissa, and Nikolaos Liberopoulos
, the veteran forward retired in September 2009 the selection.
Finally, Giorkas Seitaridis, despite having entered the pre-selection, has very few options to contest the World Cup, since a injury has kept him away from the pitch for much of this season and so could only play 12 games with Panathinaikos. Its status as more defensive side and Torosidis Vintra-in view to a possible lag of 4 Greece in South Africa at times of political parties, "granted a chance, but must satisfy Reihhagel in the friendly against Argentina before the world that has enough race pace to challenge demanding a meeting.
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