I don't know if i could call this one. Both teams seem capable of winning on a given day. Spain should be able to control the midfield, but if Montolivo has another spectacular match??? Then there's Pirlo.

Cassano and Balotelli could wreak havoc in Spain's defense. But it's more likely that Iniesta and co. would be able to break the right side of Italy, as Reus nearly did and Poldi didn't.

They're both world class in goal.

I hope it doesn't come down to penalties, or referee mistakes. I guess i'd like to see Spain make the historical three tournaments in a row, but i'd also like the team that sent 'Schland home to be the winner.

Most importantly, I'd like the match to be decided in regular time, so i can watch baseball.  (i did a bad think today, hitting off a tee and in the batting cage. i held a baseball in my hand, and i may go to a practice on Tuesday. Which would be insane, except i'd like to put my spikes on again. Oh oH.)

"Life shrinks or expands in proportion to one's courage." - Anaïs Nin