Iceland takes over Euro 2016

Iceland isa country whereowning a pet snake, lizard or turtle is against the law. Mosquitoes do not exist. McDonald's is nowhere on the map. And a mere 323,000 people call it home.

Nobody wouldhave guessed it would be the home of a soccerrevolution. After jumping to 23rd from 131st in world rankings, Iceland is the smallest country ever to compete in a major international tournament.

The Icelandic underdogs shocked the world in the group stages, finishing second in their division and advancing to the round of 16 and a match against the "home"of football mighty England.

At this point, most fans were writing off the Vikingsas a cute little underdog story. But "Our Boys"had a different ending in mind.

If you're not on the Icelandic bandwagon yet, here are 10 reasons why you should be, after the Vikings defeated the Englishmen:

1. Post-game analysis

We can't escape these,and I'm not sure we really want to. At times like these, fans usually remain silent, sulk in misery and pray forredemption in the next four years. But on Monday,well, magic and the inevitable references to theBrexitvote surfaced on the internet.

2. Play-by-play callof the year

This Icelandic commentator failed at remaining unbiased, but surpassed all "die-hardfan"expectations.

3. Squad goals

If this doesn't get you going, what will?

4. Who runs the world?

Their population may be the smallest of the tournament, but united they stand.

5. Stats don't lie

Fans have to feel a little for England one of the most sound teams on paper but one of the most disappointing teams in major tournament play. These comparative statistics put Monday's game into perspective.

6. Breaking news

Although this segment in England wasn't about the Iceland vs. England game, the English population seems to have only one thing on their mind.

7. Coaching styles

We're onto Iceland's coaching tactics. It's all about multi-tasking.

8. Iceland endsRoy Hodgson era

Roy Hodgson's contract as English manager was up after the 2016 Euro Cup, but this is no way to go out. Ordid Iceland push all of Hodgson'sbuttons?

9. Never forget

Let it be known, June 27, 2016, will be a day English football fans will never forget. At least when they sober up.

10. History has been made

No matter what team Iceland played today, history would have been made. Unfortunately, it was the Englishmen that are taking the heat. Butlet's give a little credit to the country that was expected to do nothing.They've surpassed a couple of the best teams in the world and if you're thinking of jumping on the bandwagon, it's filling up fast.