Russia vs Sweden Euro 2008 Cup Soccer Video
Watch Sweden 0-2 Russia goals and highlights from the 2008 Euro Soccer Cup. The presence and impact of Andrei Arshavin was apparent from the start of the 1st half in a game completely dominated by the Russians. Sweden came closest through a Larsson header that zeroed in on the post, while Russian goalie Igor Akinfeev continued to impress in this Euro. Pavluchenko gave Russia the lead while (quite appropriately) Arshavin who had a terrific match, put Sweden out early into the 2nd half. It could have been a bigger defeat, but Swedish goalie Isaksson and messed up finishing by the Russians on occasion kept it to 2 goals. Russia take on Netherlands in the quarters – it’s not going to be easy for the Dutch and a shock may be on the cards if the Russians (Pavluchenko in particular) can make the best of the positions they get into.
Prematch Thoughts: A match that will decide qualification to the quarters. Both Russia and Sweden have 1 win and 1 loss apiece, but a draw would see Sweden through on the basis of the more goals scored rule. Banned Zenit midfielder Andrei Arshavin will most likely start in this match for Russia, while Sweden have Ibrahimovich’s knee to worry about. All in all, the prospect of a fantastic end to the group stage looms.
