Minute by Minute: Germany – Turkey

Germany and Turkey are facing off in the first of two Euro 2008 semi finals and will battle for one spot in the final. SoccerWay keeps you up to date.

Current score: Kick off at 20:45
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Minute 8: Altintop takes advantage of a defensive error by Lahm but then finds Lehmann in his way. Right now it’s only Turkey who attack.

Minute 7: Kazim Kazim shoots on goal but has his effort saved by Jens Lehmann. Quite a powerful attempt.

Minute 6: Ugur comes down the left wing but his cross is cleared by a German.

Minute 2: Germany have taken the initiative in the opening minutes, which was to be expected. For Turkey, this match is about surviving.

Kick-off: The first Euro 2008 semi final has started!

Pre-match: It’s perfect weather for football in Basel with a comfortable temperature and just the occasional cloud.

Pre-match: Up to half a million Germans and Turks are watching tonight’s match from a square in Berlin. Should be heated afterwards!

Pre-match: Germany have a fit selection ahead of today’s clash but Turkey have less luxury as a large amount of players is either suspended or injured. Fatih Terim did manage to list 18 players but not all of those on the bench will be able to play.