All may have appeared quiet on the Euro 2012 front as Spain and Italy made it through to the quarter-finals.
Things wouldn’t have been as quiet if Leo Bonucci hadn’t grabbed Mario Balotelli’s mouth after the Manchester City striker’s goal against Ireland.
Another man not known for keeping his counsel, Nicklas Bendtner is sure to have plenty to say after UEFA’s version of Judge Judy decided the crime of wearing sponsored pants warranted a €100,000 fine.
Oleg Blokhin says nobody expects Ukraine to fly to the moon ahead of their game against England, which is a shame as they probably would have found one Portuguese commentator still celebrating Cristiano Ronaldo’s goal against The Netherlands.
All that and more in today’s Euro 2012 talk.
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Croatia 0-1 Spain: Bilic's Croats denied as Jesus Navas saves La Roja
Substitute Navas nets but Iker Casillas the hero as he repels Croatian attacks.
Italy 2-0 Rep Ireland: Irish huff and puff but are snuffed out by Balotelli
Goals from Antonio Cassano and Mario Balotelli see Cesare Prandelli's team through.
Wayne Rooney raring to go after enforced absence from opening matches
The Manchester United striker is fresher than some of his team-mates and is looking to make an instant impact.
Oleg Blokhin believes pressure is all on England ahead of Group D decider
The Ukraine boss has attempted to pile the pressure on his opponents by saying ‘nobody expects us to fly to the moon.’
Nicklas Bendtner banned and fined for underwear stunt during Portugal clash
The Denmark striker has been fined €100,000 and suspended for one international match after displaying a sponsor logo on his underpants.
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Slaven Bilic was proud of his side despite seeing them exit the tournament (HRT)
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