Easier than expected

A new tradition

It seems that it has become a tradition to show respect badge on arm to captains before kickoff. Eriksson like Stark showed his badge and reminded them to act in fairplay

Calls

The game wasnt that much demanding. Eriksson was selective in foul detection which has contributed to flow of game positively. Approximately three penalty appeals have been rejected by referee (mostly, very soft pushes). All of them were reasonable. However, he had some problems with disciplinary measures after Min60. Sneijder has increased complaints as shouting him. That should be a YC. He showed another to Boateng for time-wasting after reckless insistence by Dutch bench, affected...Also, I have my doubts on Min82, whether there was an intentional slap of Huntellar to German midfielder.

Linesmen in action

Eriksson's assitants had to do more. Goal onside decison for Germany was very good. There were many other critical flags, most of were tight and correct. They missed a final minute corner-kick decision.(Not that important). One of his ARs has correctly urged him to show YC to Willems.