It started way back on the 12th June  England would fail and come home too soon,  Gerrard and Roy with no wind in their sails  But at least we did better than Scotland, Ireland and Wales.  The Algerians surprised and put up a fight  Suarez was on form but against Columbia lacked bite,  Costa Rica did well but their end was Krul  Messi and co looking favourites to rule.  Brazil felt the pressure and conceded seven,  The Germans efficient with football from heaven.  The Dutch entertained but failed to survive,  Robben so good but no need to dive.  The final was tight after 90 minutes nil nil  Gotze was sharp and went for the kill. The Germans were a problem Messi failed to fix  He's no Maradona Mexico 86.  In four years' time who will reign?  Pressure will mount on a scouser called Wayne.  Russia will host and Moscow erupt  The greatest show on earth and slightly corrupt.  So bye bye Rio it's been emotional but fun,  For England alas another job not done.  Whilst for us the future appears quite bleak  From Rio at least its Vorsprung durch Technik. 

– Jeremy Holland, Ruspidge