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World Cup 2010
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I don't typically watch world cup, but as an Arsenal fan I enjoy watching players from Arsenal play. That spreads players out over a few countries.
I like some players on other teams, big one now is Fernando torres but I'm not sure if he is better yet.
I really don't like Rooney too much, he has too much of an attitude problem.
I like some players on other teams, big one now is Fernando torres but I'm not sure if he is better yet.
I really don't like Rooney too much, he has too much of an attitude problem.
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Well, I'm obviously rooting for my country (USA) and I'm really hoping for a great showing.. I'll give my full breakdown and picks for group play below!
Group A
1. France
2. Mexico
3. South Africa
4. Uruguay
Group B
1. Argentina
2. Greece
3. Nigeria
4. South Korea
Group C
1. Algeria
2. England
3. Slovenia
4. United States
Group D
1. Australia
2. Germany
3. Ghana
4. Serbia
Group E
1. Cameroon
2. Denmark
3. Japan
4. Netherlands
Group F
1. Italy
2. New Zealand
3. Paraguay
4. Slovakia
Group G
1. Brazil
2. Ivory Coast
3. North Korea
4. Portugal
Group H
1. Chile
2. Honduras
3. Spain
4. Switzerland
It's going to be tough for the US to get out of there, but if you want to take that next level, you HAVE to. We've had some stinkers in the last couple of World Cups after big expectations, so it's time to put up or shut up.
Slovenia's defense is fantastic. I believe they gave up the fewest goals during their qualifying, also can't forget about Algeria and how they beat Egypt to even get into the WC.
Algeria is no push over, but those are the teams the US has to beat to be taken seriously.
Jozy, Clint, and Landon give us a fantastic chance to beat anybody honestly, especially given the striking abilities of Jozy and Clint and the playmaking abilities of Donovan.
As for who I'd take out of each group:
A: France, Mexico. France doesn't play well outside of European soil, but I think they'll have a chip on their shoulder after barely escaping Ireland during qualifying (on a blatantly bad no-call) South Africa will be the first hosting country to be knocked out in group play (though I think they give great effort in one of the games)
B: Argentina, Greece. Argentina could be a sleeper to win the whole thing. They arguably have the best attack with Messi and Milito. I also think the Greeks make it out of group play.
C: England, USA.
D: Australia, Germany. Australia has a solid club, and Germany, though missing some key players including Michael Ballack, should have enough to move on at least to the knockout round.
E: Netherlands, Cameroon. Though I could definitely see Cameroon not advance especially given Samuel Eto'o and his recent actions regarding his National team.
F: Italy, Paraguay. Italy should come out of this one no matter what. Paraguay is very solid and did defeat Brazil 2-0 during qualifying.
G: Brazil, Portugal. Brazil could win the entire thing and Portugal is benefited with Cristiano Ronaldo, who if not the best player, is definitely top 3 or 4 in the world.
H: Spain, Switzerland. I would take Honduras over Switzerland, but they're not very good outside of home soil. Chile may have been dealt a damaging blow because Humberto Suazo is expected to miss their first two games of group play and could miss the 3rd against Spain as well.
Group A
1. France
2. Mexico
3. South Africa
4. Uruguay
Group B
1. Argentina
2. Greece
3. Nigeria
4. South Korea
Group C
1. Algeria
2. England
3. Slovenia
4. United States
Group D
1. Australia
2. Germany
3. Ghana
4. Serbia
Group E
1. Cameroon
2. Denmark
3. Japan
4. Netherlands
Group F
1. Italy
2. New Zealand
3. Paraguay
4. Slovakia
Group G
1. Brazil
2. Ivory Coast
3. North Korea
4. Portugal
Group H
1. Chile
2. Honduras
3. Spain
4. Switzerland
It's going to be tough for the US to get out of there, but if you want to take that next level, you HAVE to. We've had some stinkers in the last couple of World Cups after big expectations, so it's time to put up or shut up.
Slovenia's defense is fantastic. I believe they gave up the fewest goals during their qualifying, also can't forget about Algeria and how they beat Egypt to even get into the WC.
Algeria is no push over, but those are the teams the US has to beat to be taken seriously.
Jozy, Clint, and Landon give us a fantastic chance to beat anybody honestly, especially given the striking abilities of Jozy and Clint and the playmaking abilities of Donovan.
As for who I'd take out of each group:
A: France, Mexico. France doesn't play well outside of European soil, but I think they'll have a chip on their shoulder after barely escaping Ireland during qualifying (on a blatantly bad no-call) South Africa will be the first hosting country to be knocked out in group play (though I think they give great effort in one of the games)
B: Argentina, Greece. Argentina could be a sleeper to win the whole thing. They arguably have the best attack with Messi and Milito. I also think the Greeks make it out of group play.
C: England, USA.
D: Australia, Germany. Australia has a solid club, and Germany, though missing some key players including Michael Ballack, should have enough to move on at least to the knockout round.
E: Netherlands, Cameroon. Though I could definitely see Cameroon not advance especially given Samuel Eto'o and his recent actions regarding his National team.
F: Italy, Paraguay. Italy should come out of this one no matter what. Paraguay is very solid and did defeat Brazil 2-0 during qualifying.
G: Brazil, Portugal. Brazil could win the entire thing and Portugal is benefited with Cristiano Ronaldo, who if not the best player, is definitely top 3 or 4 in the world.
H: Spain, Switzerland. I would take Honduras over Switzerland, but they're not very good outside of home soil. Chile may have been dealt a damaging blow because Humberto Suazo is expected to miss their first two games of group play and could miss the 3rd against Spain as well.
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It's ok, nobody's perfect. Oranje!
OK ... OK ... I will support Oranje, until they meet Brazil or Spain
Cheers ... McBie
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Now I hope the Netherlands meets Brazil or Spain!OK ... OK ... I will support Oranje, until they meet Brazil or Spain
Cheers ... McBie
the african teams are going to be a big surprise and imo they are going to kick out some of the established teams.
if USA makes it through the first set of games they'll already acheived a great result... soccer really isn't northamerican and will never be just like hockey or baseball will never be european
sure we all got our teams in all those sports but we all know that the cultural component means a lot and theefore we are happy we play sports just for the fun right??
otherwise whats the sense in playing baseball in italy or soccer in canada?
So just to see if I was wrong I'll give a heads up on the last 4 teams that will fight for the cup
england
portugal
netherlands
italy
but african and east european teams are a big question mark!
Let the show begin!!!
if USA makes it through the first set of games they'll already acheived a great result... soccer really isn't northamerican and will never be just like hockey or baseball will never be european
sure we all got our teams in all those sports but we all know that the cultural component means a lot and theefore we are happy we play sports just for the fun right??
otherwise whats the sense in playing baseball in italy or soccer in canada?
So just to see if I was wrong I'll give a heads up on the last 4 teams that will fight for the cup
england
portugal
netherlands
italy
but african and east european teams are a big question mark!
Let the show begin!!!
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Ugh... Portugal. When was the last time you saw them play? Look out for the African teams though. Ghana was looking strong before Essien went down. Too bad. Oh ya, one more thing...
U.S.A! U.S.A! U.S.A! U.S.A! U.S.A! U.S.A!
U.S.A! U.S.A! U.S.A! U.S.A! U.S.A! U.S.A!
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Dol I really dislike you right now.....sooo jealous
opening match is on now. not sure who is watching or if ya need sites that are streaming here yas go though.
???? ??????? ???????? need to change the language on this site but it works. english tab is located on top right of the screen.
My2p.eu - P2p Resources and Information.
Justin.tv - Streaming live video broadcasts for everyone
havent tried these yet they were given to me by a local irish pub owner who said they will work.
opening match is on now. not sure who is watching or if ya need sites that are streaming here yas go though.???? ??????? ???????? need to change the language on this site but it works. english tab is located on top right of the screen.
My2p.eu - P2p Resources and Information.
Justin.tv - Streaming live video broadcasts for everyone
havent tried these yet they were given to me by a local irish pub owner who said they will work.
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I watched the opening ceremony about an hour ago, it was pretty impressive I must say. Being the Brit I am, I'm of course routing for England. If England go out I will have to root for a team I like rather then my country, so that would probably be Italy.
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It sounds like a bunch of African killer bees swarming around a microphone.
Tied at 1 so far for US and England.
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+1 I was just commenting that I don't think I could stand it if I was at the game. I'm sure it would be louder. Very annoying!
Yeah, I guess. I wouldn't know how a swarm of bees from another continent would sound though.It sounds like a bunch of African killer bees swarming around a microphone.
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I love soccer, and those Vuvuzelas are almost at any big soccer sporting event. So I'm use to it. That being said, I laughed, when I saw this!
Annoy Your Friends During the 2010 World Cup with the iVuvuzela iPhone App | Walyou
Annoy Your Friends During the 2010 World Cup with the iVuvuzela iPhone App | Walyou
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