WCM: Match No. 28
Germany
3
VS
New Zealand
2
WCM: Match No. 28
Germany Vs New Zealand
2010-03-09 14:14:05
Commentary
51`
Goal
Shea McAleese puts it on the second attempt. The GK blocked the drag flick but he picked the loose ball. His first goal of the tournament.
54`
Goal
Young Wilson has been rewarded for his superb work. He recieved the ball near the 25 yard circle, tackled the defender and made some room for himself as he saw the GK and got the shot calmly inside the net. New Zealand are now back on track
71`
Others
Germany have won their most crucial match against New Zealand with a margin of 5-2 and will advance to the semis for the 11th consecutive time in the history of the World Cup. New Zealand's fate now depends on the final match between Argentina and Canada. If Argentina win, then the Black sticks will have to play for the 9th and 10th place against South Africa.
70`
Others
Germany have won their most crucial match against New Zealand with a margin of 5-2 and will advance to the semis for the 11th consecutive time in the history of the World Cup.
69`
Others
Claim for a penalty corner but it has been refused.
67`
Others
New Zeland look to counter attack. They don't have enough time.
62`
Penalty Corner
NZ have been awarded a PC as the referee thought the ball was pushed wide deliberately.
58`
Others
Powerful defending this time and New Zealand now need to up the ante.
57`
Penalty Corner
Blair Hopping is the culprit as he concedes a PC. This will be Germany's second PC.
56`
Others
New Zealand have come close and now need two more goals to turn the tide in their favour.
55`
Others
About 15 minutes to go and we are heading for an exciting finish.
53`
Others
The German team has been surprised by two quick goals. Now the GK sets his pads.
52`
Others
Goal difference will also be important in determining who ends up fifth and sixth in the pool.
49`
Penalty Corner
Chance for NZ as the Kiwi player was tackled from behind. Can they convert this?
47`
Goal
Soft deflection and Germany score a similar goal. This time a slight touch from Whitte just in front of the GK and the ball kept rising
45`
Others
Kyle Pontifex makes a good stop with his foot off the reverse hit.
41`
Others
Free hit to Germany as the stick was raised.
40`
Others
Germans enter the striking area and look for an opening but the Kiwi defenders clear the danger area.
37`
Others
Germany not hurrying with the game here. They have marked the positions well.
36`
Others
The second half begins.
35`
Others
New Zealand had a chance but they fail in converting it. It is half time and Germany lead 2-0. A lot is riding on this game and the semis spot will be decided in another 30 minutes. Hang on to find out if New Zealand can fight back.
32`
Others
Germany are 2-0 up and are now marking the Kiwis extremely well. The number one team in the world are covering all the areas well.
30`
Others
Germany understand that New Zealand's Ryan Archibald holds the key to this tie and every time the ball goes near him, there are two players marking him.
34`
Penalty Corner
New Zealand get the first PC. The defender brought in stick in the front and the Kiwi shifted the weight well.
28`
Goal
Germany takes a commanding lead in a crucial game. The strong drag flick was stopped by Kyle Pontifex but Florian Fuchs made the most as the ball was right in front of him.
26`
Penalty Corner
New Zealand concede a PC. Germany will be disappointed as they had a great to score.
15`
Goal
Christoph Menke breaks the deadlock. A brilliant pass inside the striking circle and he lunged forward to get the deflection.
22`
Others
An early goal and the crowd support for Germany is on the rise.
21`
Others
New Zealand have started to attack but don't find enough support upfront. Wilson is working extra hard.
21`
Others
New Zealand have started to attack but don't find enough support upfront.
17`
Others
New Zealand defender looks for a long pass but it stopped by a German player.
13`
Others
New Zealand defender looks for a long pass but it stopped by a German player.
15`
Others
New Zealand so far only has attempted one shot on the goal whereas Germany had six to their credit.
14`
Others
Blair Hopping goes for a slog hit but is way above the bar.
14`
Others
New Zealand get a free hit outside the circle. Bhana was charging with the ball and he slipped and got his foot to the ball but before that he was stick checked.
10`
Others
Kyle Pontifex, New Zealand's GK does an excellent job. A brilliant cross which was deflected was saved by him and the rebound shot just goes wide.,
8`
Others
Ryan Archibald collects the ball in the midfield and passes to McAleese, who passes in front but it goes outside.
7`
Others
New Zealand's Shea McAleese hits from just the striking area but the GK is well on guard.
6`
Others
First real chance through a free hit. Philip Witte tries a backhand but does not get the right angle.
4`
Others
Not much crowd today but those who have gathered are rooting for New Zealand.
1`
Others
The match is underway.
0`
Others
These team last met at the 2008 Olympics, when Germany beat New Zealand 3-
0`
Others
Germany have won all four World Cup encounters against New Zealand.
0`
Others
Germany has 8 points and a win here will take them to the semis. If New Zealand win, they can reach the semis if Netherlands beat or draw against Korea.
0`
Others
Hello and welcome to our live commentary section of the site. An action packed day awaits us as teams in Group A make a dash to finish in top two to advance to the semis stage. The first game will be played between Germany and New Zealand.
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