Russia vs Czech Republic, Euro 2012: Open Thread

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Russia vs Czech Republic: 2:45pm ET kick-off
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The second match of Euro 2012 kicks off with Russia playing against Czech Republic, in the second match of Group A. After an eventful Group A match between Poland and Greece, both Russia and Czech Republic will be hoping to get crucial points to increase the chances of going through to the next round.

Here are the starting teams:

Russia: Malafeev; Anyukov, Berezutskiy, Ignashevich, Zhirkov; Shirikov, Denisov, Zyryanov; Dzagoev, Kerzhakov, Arshavin

Czech Republic: Cech, Gebre Selassie, Sivok, Hubnik, Kadlec; Plasil, Jiracek; Rezek, Rosicky, Pilar; Baros

Before, during and after today’s match, post your questions, observations, rants and raves in the comments section below.

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