I am pleased to see that (so far at least) the current German coach has not taught and encouraged his team to indulge in the feature of the game that he was so famous for and perfected. I mean of course the 'Klinsman Roll'.

This is where for the very slightest of contact from an opponent - you thrust your arms in the air, shout as if you have been shot, throw yourself to the ground and then proceed to roll over and over at least 20 times or until you have rolled into your opponent's penalty area or lay writhing in pain at the referee's feet (preferably both).

I do jest. Mr Klinsman - during his time as a Spurs player did show himself to be a fine player.

Looking forward to seeing Spain play their second game today. Tunisia - judging them on their performance in their first game - should not present too much of a problem.

And of course there is a game and a result - of Switzerland v Togo - that French supporters will be anxious about. Especially if Switzerland not only win, as expected but also manage to score a hatful of goals. For who qualifies from this group may yet depend on which of France or Switzerland manage to score the most goals against poor old Togo. The main point being that France's fate is not now in their hands and will have to depend on the results of other matches.