54. Netherlands vs. Slovakia- 2-1 Netherlands
This game wasn't as close as the score says, the last minute penalty by Slovakia made it respectable. The game and all of the games so far haven't gone as many have expected for the Netherlands. Many expect the Netherlands to blow everyone away with their flashy play, but they have been more economical this World Cup. They have the flashes of attacking prowess, but not as they have in the past. Now that they have won each game and advanced they will meet their first big test of the tournament.
55. Brazil vs. Chile- 3-0 Brazil
I missed this game, so I won't talk too much about it other than Chile's offensive attack wouldn't do without defending. Which they didn't do much of. Brazil will now move on to face the Netherlands, the most interesting game so far. It will pit two of the top teams in the tournament against each other and give the winner a clearer patch to the final. Should be a good one, and 6 for 6 so far.
Monday, June 28, 2010
Sunday, June 27, 2010
Day 16
52. Germany vs. England- 4-1 Germany
I have been high on Germany before it started and even I didn't see this one coming. The first goal was due to some shaky defending by England and some determination by Klose, after that it got weird. Another German goal put them up 2-0 but England would come back putting one in the back of the net off a set piece and thought they had another. Frank Lampard put one of the cross bar and it went in then out, the assistant referee didn't have a good angle and didn't give a goal. After that it was over. England had some chances, but got hit on the break twice by some great passing on the counter attack by Germany. It ends a poor World Cup for the Brits and they will hear about it back home.
53. Argentina vs. Mexico- 3-1 Argentina
As for the picks go I am 4 for 4, and so far I have correctly picked two of the scorelines, I am pretty proud of that thank you. As for the game Argentina should thank their lucky stars because their first two goals were gifts. The first by the referees who gave the goal after a blatant offsides, and the second thanks to some poor passing in defense by Mexico. They went into half with the two goal advantaged and took a third after a wonderful strike by Carlos Tevez sending them to a 3-0 lead. After that Mexico took control but it was too late. They did create some chances, but after putting on in the back of the net they had a few denied bysome good defending at the goal line. As for Argentina they will meet Germany, and if they want to advance their goalie needs wake up it seemed like he was slow on everything and could have let in a few more goals it was surprising.
I have been high on Germany before it started and even I didn't see this one coming. The first goal was due to some shaky defending by England and some determination by Klose, after that it got weird. Another German goal put them up 2-0 but England would come back putting one in the back of the net off a set piece and thought they had another. Frank Lampard put one of the cross bar and it went in then out, the assistant referee didn't have a good angle and didn't give a goal. After that it was over. England had some chances, but got hit on the break twice by some great passing on the counter attack by Germany. It ends a poor World Cup for the Brits and they will hear about it back home.
53. Argentina vs. Mexico- 3-1 Argentina
As for the picks go I am 4 for 4, and so far I have correctly picked two of the scorelines, I am pretty proud of that thank you. As for the game Argentina should thank their lucky stars because their first two goals were gifts. The first by the referees who gave the goal after a blatant offsides, and the second thanks to some poor passing in defense by Mexico. They went into half with the two goal advantaged and took a third after a wonderful strike by Carlos Tevez sending them to a 3-0 lead. After that Mexico took control but it was too late. They did create some chances, but after putting on in the back of the net they had a few denied bysome good defending at the goal line. As for Argentina they will meet Germany, and if they want to advance their goalie needs wake up it seemed like he was slow on everything and could have let in a few more goals it was surprising.
Saturday, June 26, 2010
Day 15
49. South Korea vs. Uruguay- 2-1 Uruguay- as predicted by me thank you
The game started will for Uruguay and they were rewarded with an early goal after a Forlan cross that I though should have been saved by the keeper. After that South Korea seemed to dominate with quick passing and holding the possession. They couldn't find the back of the net though until the second half when a free kick was headed home and tied the game at 1. From there it still looked like South Korea would go on to win, but Uruguay's attack was too potent and they scored on a beaut of a goal from Suarez his second of the game. Uruguay would hold on for the win and move on to the quarterfinals for the first time since 1970.
50. Ghana vs. USA- 2-1 Ghana in extra time
I also predicted the winner of this one too a 2-0 record so far thank you again. As I thought Ghana proved to be too strong and their first goal showed it as Clark was dispossed and Ghana put away the first goal. The US as they have played from behind and made it close tying it with a penalty kick in the second half. Neither team could score again and it headed to extra time. And again Ghana scored quick with a nice goal Gyan, and the US's defense let them down again. After that the US really didn't have any more clear cut chances and were sent packing by the Black Stars. Ghana will now face Uruguay in the quarterfinals Friday
The game started will for Uruguay and they were rewarded with an early goal after a Forlan cross that I though should have been saved by the keeper. After that South Korea seemed to dominate with quick passing and holding the possession. They couldn't find the back of the net though until the second half when a free kick was headed home and tied the game at 1. From there it still looked like South Korea would go on to win, but Uruguay's attack was too potent and they scored on a beaut of a goal from Suarez his second of the game. Uruguay would hold on for the win and move on to the quarterfinals for the first time since 1970.
50. Ghana vs. USA- 2-1 Ghana in extra time
I also predicted the winner of this one too a 2-0 record so far thank you again. As I thought Ghana proved to be too strong and their first goal showed it as Clark was dispossed and Ghana put away the first goal. The US as they have played from behind and made it close tying it with a penalty kick in the second half. Neither team could score again and it headed to extra time. And again Ghana scored quick with a nice goal Gyan, and the US's defense let them down again. After that the US really didn't have any more clear cut chances and were sent packing by the Black Stars. Ghana will now face Uruguay in the quarterfinals Friday
Friday, June 25, 2010
Last 16 Ranked
My rankings of the final 16 teams.
16. South Korea
15. Slovakia
14. Paraguay
13. Mexico
12. Japan
11. England
10. USA
9. Ghana
8. Uruguay
7. Chile
6. Portugal
5. Germany
4. Spain
3. Brazil
2. Netherlands
1. Argentina
16. South Korea
15. Slovakia
14. Paraguay
13. Mexico
12. Japan
11. England
10. USA
9. Ghana
8. Uruguay
7. Chile
6. Portugal
5. Germany
4. Spain
3. Brazil
2. Netherlands
1. Argentina
Knockout Stage PT.2
Yes the picture is hard to see click on it and it gets bigger so yeah. Here are the games and my predictions.
-Uruguay vs. South Korea- 2-1 Uruguay
-USA vs. Ghana- 1-1 Ghana win on PKS
-Netherlands vs. Slovakia- 3-1 Netherlands
-Brazil vs. Chile- 3-2 Brazil
Other side of the bracket
-Germany vs. England- 1-0 Germany
-Argentina vs. Mexico- 3-1 Argentina
-Paraguay vs. Japan- 1-1 Japan wins on PKS
-Spain vs. Portugal- 3-2 Spain in Extra Time
-Uruguay vs. South Korea- 2-1 Uruguay
-USA vs. Ghana- 1-1 Ghana win on PKS
-Netherlands vs. Slovakia- 3-1 Netherlands
-Brazil vs. Chile- 3-2 Brazil
Other side of the bracket
-Germany vs. England- 1-0 Germany
-Argentina vs. Mexico- 3-1 Argentina
-Paraguay vs. Japan- 1-1 Japan wins on PKS
-Spain vs. Portugal- 3-2 Spain in Extra Time
Day 15- Last Day of Group Stage
45. North Korea vs. Ivory Coast- 3-0 Ivory Coast
This game gave the Ivory Coast some hope to make it out of the group, but they needed 9 goals and a Portugal loss. They started off quick getting 2 goals within the first 20 minutes, and it looked like there was a chance they could pull it off. But not really they had good attacks, but their finishing let them down as they squandered chances and only got their third goal way to late in the game. Both teams were eliminated and the Ivory Coast can only hope to have this good of a team next World Cup and probably an easier group.
46. Portugal vs. Brazil- 0-0
This game looked like one of the best of the group stages, but didn't really live up to the hype. Both teams didn't look too much of a threat going forward and seemed happy to finish with a draw. Portugal knew a draw would get them through so I can see them playing for it. The game ended and both teams will be moving on from the group of death and waited to see the results of the later games to know who thay would be playing.
47. Chile vs. Spain- 2-1 Spain
This game pitted two of the more attacking sides of the tournament. the game was controlled more by Chile early, but as the goal keeper came out to clear he didn't get enough on the clearance and David Villa pounced on it and fired a shot from 45 yards that went in. After that Spain settled down and got another goal late in the first half. A red card to Chile forced them to play with 10 men for the second half, but they got a deflected shot to go in. They couldn't get their second, and would have to wait to see the result of the other game to know if they would be through.
48. Switzerland vs. Honduras- 0-0
Switzerland would need a won and a Chile loss to advance, but they couldn't find their scoring touch. Their defense was great again, but that can't always get you what you need. The goalless draw eliminated both teams and send Chile through in second place. The group stage is now over and the knockout round begins tomorrow.
This game gave the Ivory Coast some hope to make it out of the group, but they needed 9 goals and a Portugal loss. They started off quick getting 2 goals within the first 20 minutes, and it looked like there was a chance they could pull it off. But not really they had good attacks, but their finishing let them down as they squandered chances and only got their third goal way to late in the game. Both teams were eliminated and the Ivory Coast can only hope to have this good of a team next World Cup and probably an easier group.
46. Portugal vs. Brazil- 0-0
This game looked like one of the best of the group stages, but didn't really live up to the hype. Both teams didn't look too much of a threat going forward and seemed happy to finish with a draw. Portugal knew a draw would get them through so I can see them playing for it. The game ended and both teams will be moving on from the group of death and waited to see the results of the later games to know who thay would be playing.
47. Chile vs. Spain- 2-1 Spain
This game pitted two of the more attacking sides of the tournament. the game was controlled more by Chile early, but as the goal keeper came out to clear he didn't get enough on the clearance and David Villa pounced on it and fired a shot from 45 yards that went in. After that Spain settled down and got another goal late in the first half. A red card to Chile forced them to play with 10 men for the second half, but they got a deflected shot to go in. They couldn't get their second, and would have to wait to see the result of the other game to know if they would be through.
48. Switzerland vs. Honduras- 0-0
Switzerland would need a won and a Chile loss to advance, but they couldn't find their scoring touch. Their defense was great again, but that can't always get you what you need. The goalless draw eliminated both teams and send Chile through in second place. The group stage is now over and the knockout round begins tomorrow.
Thursday, June 24, 2010
Game of the Day
Game of the Day for June 25th,
- Chile vs. Spain- 2:30 pm
Yes I have missed the game of the day for a few days but I'm back and it's a good one. Spain will need a win or draw against Chile to advance, and Chile has won their first two games. Chile loves to attack, and I'm not sure their defense can hold my prediction 3-1 Spain.
- Chile vs. Spain- 2:30 pm
Yes I have missed the game of the day for a few days but I'm back and it's a good one. Spain will need a win or draw against Chile to advance, and Chile has won their first two games. Chile loves to attack, and I'm not sure their defense can hold my prediction 3-1 Spain.
Day 14
41. Slovakia vs. Italy- 3-2 Slovakia
Italy needed at least a draw to advance as long as New Zealand didn't win, which they didn't. So really the defending champions should be able to at least tie Slovakia, but Slovakia had other ideas. An early goal put Slovakia ahead and Italy didn't have an answer, and actually went down 2-0 late in the game. When they finally made a break through they were still down 2-1 and gave up a quick goal after. Up 3-1 Slovakia would give up a late goal but it didn't matter as they would be advancing anyway.
42. Paraguay vs. New Zealand- 0-0
This game doesn't have much to talk about as their were no goals, and New Zealand actually had 0 shots on goal. More like Borephyll is right, but it has to be said a more than impressive showing by the all whites of New Zealand. Going into the tournament they were expected to lose all three matches and by a lot, but they battled tough and even earned a hard fought draw against the defending champs. Paraguay wins the group with the tie and Slovakia are the runners up.
43. Cameroon vs. Netherlands- 2-1 Netherlands
Netherlands had already advanced and Cameroon had already been eliminated when the game started so yeah. The Netherlands looked sharp and flashy with a great end to end goal by Arsenal man Robin Van Persie. But Cameroon wasn't done, and would tie the game with a Samuel Eto'o penalty kick. The Netherlands were not happy with the draw though and after a shot off the post the mess was cleaned up by Klaas-Jan Huntelaar and the three points for the Netherlands.
44. Denmark vs. Japan- 3-1 Japan
This game started the knockout stage for both these teams because the winner would be the one advancing to the next round. Japan took advantage of two first half free kicks and put them both in the back of the net going up 2-0 and never looking back. Denmark would respond with one goal late in the game, but soon afte scoring they let in another and their tournament ended. Japan placed second in the group and will face Paraguay and The Netherlands wins the group and will play Slovakia.
Italy needed at least a draw to advance as long as New Zealand didn't win, which they didn't. So really the defending champions should be able to at least tie Slovakia, but Slovakia had other ideas. An early goal put Slovakia ahead and Italy didn't have an answer, and actually went down 2-0 late in the game. When they finally made a break through they were still down 2-1 and gave up a quick goal after. Up 3-1 Slovakia would give up a late goal but it didn't matter as they would be advancing anyway.
42. Paraguay vs. New Zealand- 0-0
This game doesn't have much to talk about as their were no goals, and New Zealand actually had 0 shots on goal. More like Borephyll is right, but it has to be said a more than impressive showing by the all whites of New Zealand. Going into the tournament they were expected to lose all three matches and by a lot, but they battled tough and even earned a hard fought draw against the defending champs. Paraguay wins the group with the tie and Slovakia are the runners up.
43. Cameroon vs. Netherlands- 2-1 Netherlands
Netherlands had already advanced and Cameroon had already been eliminated when the game started so yeah. The Netherlands looked sharp and flashy with a great end to end goal by Arsenal man Robin Van Persie. But Cameroon wasn't done, and would tie the game with a Samuel Eto'o penalty kick. The Netherlands were not happy with the draw though and after a shot off the post the mess was cleaned up by Klaas-Jan Huntelaar and the three points for the Netherlands.
44. Denmark vs. Japan- 3-1 Japan
This game started the knockout stage for both these teams because the winner would be the one advancing to the next round. Japan took advantage of two first half free kicks and put them both in the back of the net going up 2-0 and never looking back. Denmark would respond with one goal late in the game, but soon afte scoring they let in another and their tournament ended. Japan placed second in the group and will face Paraguay and The Netherlands wins the group and will play Slovakia.
Day 13
37. Slovenia vs. England- 1-0 England
England finally gets their win, and luckily for them advances. Fabio Capello made a decision to substitute Jermain Defoe in at striker for Heskey, and the decision paid off as Defoe slotted home a cross early in the game and England never looked back. England secured their win and Slovenia had to think they were also headed to the next round, but the US had other ideas.
38. Algeria vs. USA- 1-0 USA
The US knew what they needed out of the game to advance and it was simple win and you advance. The game was pretty back and forth, but it seemed Algeria were content to sit back some and play for the draw which would do neither team any good. The US had their chances and probably should have scored a few goals, but some misses proved otherwise. As the game was coming to a close the US got frantic in attack and finally after a nice piece of distribution by Tim Howard Landon Donovan banged home a lose ball after a save, and the rest is history.
39. Australia vs. Serbia- 2-1 Australia
This game in the end didn't mean much because neither team will go on to advance so pretty much not important. But the game was a pretty good one with chances, and some goals. Australia took the lead with a Tim Cahill goal and another goal putting them up 2-0. Serbia was able to pull one goal back, but it ended up not mattering because it was too little too late.
40. Germany vs. Ghana- 1-0 Germany
Going into this game Ghana was leading the group ahead of Germany, but that would change after. The game had some chances the best ones by Germany, but they scored on one that wasn't even a clear cut chance. Mesut Ozil, my favorite player of the tournament so far, scored from outside the box with a left footed strike. The goal gave them the three points and the win. Germany advances and will play England Sunday, and Ghana will play the US Saturday.
England finally gets their win, and luckily for them advances. Fabio Capello made a decision to substitute Jermain Defoe in at striker for Heskey, and the decision paid off as Defoe slotted home a cross early in the game and England never looked back. England secured their win and Slovenia had to think they were also headed to the next round, but the US had other ideas.
38. Algeria vs. USA- 1-0 USA
The US knew what they needed out of the game to advance and it was simple win and you advance. The game was pretty back and forth, but it seemed Algeria were content to sit back some and play for the draw which would do neither team any good. The US had their chances and probably should have scored a few goals, but some misses proved otherwise. As the game was coming to a close the US got frantic in attack and finally after a nice piece of distribution by Tim Howard Landon Donovan banged home a lose ball after a save, and the rest is history.
39. Australia vs. Serbia- 2-1 Australia
This game in the end didn't mean much because neither team will go on to advance so pretty much not important. But the game was a pretty good one with chances, and some goals. Australia took the lead with a Tim Cahill goal and another goal putting them up 2-0. Serbia was able to pull one goal back, but it ended up not mattering because it was too little too late.
40. Germany vs. Ghana- 1-0 Germany
Going into this game Ghana was leading the group ahead of Germany, but that would change after. The game had some chances the best ones by Germany, but they scored on one that wasn't even a clear cut chance. Mesut Ozil, my favorite player of the tournament so far, scored from outside the box with a left footed strike. The goal gave them the three points and the win. Germany advances and will play England Sunday, and Ghana will play the US Saturday.
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
Day 12
33. Mexico vs. Uruguay- 1-0 Uruguay
Going into this game both Mexico and Uruguay would advance being first and second in the group. And the game ended with the same result, both teams advance. Uruguay won group A with the win, and Mexico placed second beating South Africa on goal difference. The game was mainly Mexico's as they controlled possession and had many chances, but it only took one for Uruguay who scored on a late first half header and help their defense strong. Pretty much this game was whoever wins doesn't have to play Argentina and Uruguay made it through.
34. South Africa vs. France- 2-1 South Africa
Finally the tournament is over for France, being a French fan I can just say I'm glad it is over. I will talk about the whole France debacle later in a post, but still in this game they had the quality to win. The game turned when the referee gave a red card to France for what I thought was maybe a yellow card. After that South Africa brought men forward and took a 2-0 lead. When France finally made some good substitutions they looked more promising and got their first goal of the tournament and luckily will be going home.
35. Greece vs. Argentina- 2-0 Argentina
Maybe Argentina were trying to get Greece through to the next round because they replaced seven of their starters. But still they won. Argentina still had the quality to win and controlled the game having many more chances, and finally capitalized late in the game knocking home a lose corner, then again scoring a late goal. Argentina has won all three of their games and moves into the next round with mounds of momentum and will face Mexico in the knockout stages.
36. South Korea vs. Nigeria- 2-2
This game was pretty exciting, and could have ended much differently. To start the game all Nigeria needed was to win and have Argentina win to make it to the knockout stages. It started nicely for them as they scored an early goal, but a little shaky defending allowed South Korea to tie the game. Then into the second half South Korea scored again looking like it would end Nigeria's tournament. But Nigeria weren't done, and had one of the easiest tap ins to tie the game and some how it was put wide, but a few minutes later they were given a penalty and tied the game. They wouldn't get any more chances and were left to wonder what could have been as South Korea advances and will play Uruguay in the round of 16.
Going into this game both Mexico and Uruguay would advance being first and second in the group. And the game ended with the same result, both teams advance. Uruguay won group A with the win, and Mexico placed second beating South Africa on goal difference. The game was mainly Mexico's as they controlled possession and had many chances, but it only took one for Uruguay who scored on a late first half header and help their defense strong. Pretty much this game was whoever wins doesn't have to play Argentina and Uruguay made it through.
34. South Africa vs. France- 2-1 South Africa
Finally the tournament is over for France, being a French fan I can just say I'm glad it is over. I will talk about the whole France debacle later in a post, but still in this game they had the quality to win. The game turned when the referee gave a red card to France for what I thought was maybe a yellow card. After that South Africa brought men forward and took a 2-0 lead. When France finally made some good substitutions they looked more promising and got their first goal of the tournament and luckily will be going home.
35. Greece vs. Argentina- 2-0 Argentina
Maybe Argentina were trying to get Greece through to the next round because they replaced seven of their starters. But still they won. Argentina still had the quality to win and controlled the game having many more chances, and finally capitalized late in the game knocking home a lose corner, then again scoring a late goal. Argentina has won all three of their games and moves into the next round with mounds of momentum and will face Mexico in the knockout stages.
36. South Korea vs. Nigeria- 2-2
This game was pretty exciting, and could have ended much differently. To start the game all Nigeria needed was to win and have Argentina win to make it to the knockout stages. It started nicely for them as they scored an early goal, but a little shaky defending allowed South Korea to tie the game. Then into the second half South Korea scored again looking like it would end Nigeria's tournament. But Nigeria weren't done, and had one of the easiest tap ins to tie the game and some how it was put wide, but a few minutes later they were given a penalty and tied the game. They wouldn't get any more chances and were left to wonder what could have been as South Korea advances and will play Uruguay in the round of 16.
Monday, June 21, 2010
Updated Rankings
Now each team has played two games and more rankings time.
32. North Korea (27)
31. Honduras (32)
30. South Africa (26)
29. South Korea (24)
28. New Zealand (29)
27. Slovakia (28)
26. Greece (31)
25. Cameroon (22)
24. Algeria (30)
23. Australia (25)
22. Nigeria (19)
21. Japan (16)
20. Serbia (21)
19. Italy (13)
18. Denmark (23)
17. France (12)
16. Slovenia (15)
15. Mexico (17)
14. USA (9)
13. Switzerland (5)
12. England (7)
11. Uruguay (18)
10. Ivory Coast (8)
9. Paraguay (20)
8. Ghana (14)
7. Chile (10)
6. Portugal (11)
5. Germany (1)
4. Spain (6)
3. Netherlands (2)
2. Brazil (3)
1. Argentina (4)
Biggest Jump- Paraguay- 11
Biggest Drop- Switzerland 8
32. North Korea (27)
31. Honduras (32)
30. South Africa (26)
29. South Korea (24)
28. New Zealand (29)
27. Slovakia (28)
26. Greece (31)
25. Cameroon (22)
24. Algeria (30)
23. Australia (25)
22. Nigeria (19)
21. Japan (16)
20. Serbia (21)
19. Italy (13)
18. Denmark (23)
17. France (12)
16. Slovenia (15)
15. Mexico (17)
14. USA (9)
13. Switzerland (5)
12. England (7)
11. Uruguay (18)
10. Ivory Coast (8)
9. Paraguay (20)
8. Ghana (14)
7. Chile (10)
6. Portugal (11)
5. Germany (1)
4. Spain (6)
3. Netherlands (2)
2. Brazil (3)
1. Argentina (4)
Biggest Jump- Paraguay- 11
Biggest Drop- Switzerland 8
Game of the Day
Game of the day for June 22nd
- Nigeria vs South Korea- 2:30 pm
Nigeria has lost both games, but still will advance with a win and an Argentina win against Greece, both are very likely. But you never know it can get crazy.
- Nigeria vs South Korea- 2:30 pm
Nigeria has lost both games, but still will advance with a win and an Argentina win against Greece, both are very likely. But you never know it can get crazy.
Day 11
30. Portugal vs. North Korea- 7-0 Portugal
Yeah not much to say about this one Portugal made it into the next round with those goals.
31. Switzerland vs. Chile- 1-0 Chile
This game was quite chippy and again we saw a red card for Behrami of Switzerland, after he was flailing his arms around hitting everyone in the face. After that it was Chile's to win and Switzerland made it tough on them, but in the 75th minute Chile broke through with a goal. After that Switzerland had a clear cut chance and should have equalized, but they left points on the table and will have to get a win against Honduras and some help to advance.
32. Spain vs. Honduras- 2-0 Spain
Spain is back on track with a win against Honduras. David Villa scored both goals, and should have had 3 but missed a penalty wide, the second missed penalty of the tournament. With the win Spain moves back into second place in Group H, with a better goal difference than Switzerland, going into the last games. Spain will be playing Chile and need points to hold off Switzerland who should get a win against Honduras and everyone will be trying to not get second and have to play Brazil in the next round.
Yeah not much to say about this one Portugal made it into the next round with those goals.
31. Switzerland vs. Chile- 1-0 Chile
This game was quite chippy and again we saw a red card for Behrami of Switzerland, after he was flailing his arms around hitting everyone in the face. After that it was Chile's to win and Switzerland made it tough on them, but in the 75th minute Chile broke through with a goal. After that Switzerland had a clear cut chance and should have equalized, but they left points on the table and will have to get a win against Honduras and some help to advance.
32. Spain vs. Honduras- 2-0 Spain
Spain is back on track with a win against Honduras. David Villa scored both goals, and should have had 3 but missed a penalty wide, the second missed penalty of the tournament. With the win Spain moves back into second place in Group H, with a better goal difference than Switzerland, going into the last games. Spain will be playing Chile and need points to hold off Switzerland who should get a win against Honduras and everyone will be trying to not get second and have to play Brazil in the next round.
Day 10
27. Slovakia vs. Paraguay- 2-0 Paraguay
This one went pretty much how I figured Paraguay seems to be poised to make it to the knockout stage, and who knows about Slovakia. In the game Paraguay was too big strong and experienced, and scored early and finished it off late. Now Paraguay sets themselves up to wont the group against the weakest team in the group in New Zealand.
28. Italy vs. New Zealand- 1-1
Um yeah I don't know what to say about this one, but I am rooting for Slovakia in the last game. Italy again did not look good and were lucky to get their one goal on a flop penalty. They are just lucky they are in the easiest and weakest group in the World Cup.
29. Brazil vs. Ivory Coast- 3-1 Brazil
This game was a little bit of a joke. I mean Brazil had a couple good goals, and the other one was a handball, but the end of the game was where it got funny. I mean I know diving and flopping happens but Brazil started to take to too far and anytime someone was touched they went down like they were shot, it was a disgrace. I don't even blame the Ivory Coast player for getting the second yellow card on Kaka because please kaka was flopping all day and I know it was frustrating for the Ivory coast players because they are stronger and more physical. Yes Brazil is in the next round I can only hope they have to play Spain in the first round and lose
This one went pretty much how I figured Paraguay seems to be poised to make it to the knockout stage, and who knows about Slovakia. In the game Paraguay was too big strong and experienced, and scored early and finished it off late. Now Paraguay sets themselves up to wont the group against the weakest team in the group in New Zealand.
28. Italy vs. New Zealand- 1-1
Um yeah I don't know what to say about this one, but I am rooting for Slovakia in the last game. Italy again did not look good and were lucky to get their one goal on a flop penalty. They are just lucky they are in the easiest and weakest group in the World Cup.
29. Brazil vs. Ivory Coast- 3-1 Brazil
This game was a little bit of a joke. I mean Brazil had a couple good goals, and the other one was a handball, but the end of the game was where it got funny. I mean I know diving and flopping happens but Brazil started to take to too far and anytime someone was touched they went down like they were shot, it was a disgrace. I don't even blame the Ivory Coast player for getting the second yellow card on Kaka because please kaka was flopping all day and I know it was frustrating for the Ivory coast players because they are stronger and more physical. Yes Brazil is in the next round I can only hope they have to play Spain in the first round and lose
Saturday, June 19, 2010
Game of the Day
Game of the Day for June 20th
-Brazil vs. Ivory Coast- 2:30 pm
This game is a big one for the group of death. After a tie against Portugal Ivory Coast will be looking to get some point from Brazil and have a chance of making it out of the group, It will be a tough task and may depend on if Drogba plays. Prediction 1-1 Draw
-Brazil vs. Ivory Coast- 2:30 pm
This game is a big one for the group of death. After a tie against Portugal Ivory Coast will be looking to get some point from Brazil and have a chance of making it out of the group, It will be a tough task and may depend on if Drogba plays. Prediction 1-1 Draw
Day 9
24. Netherlands vs. Japan- 1-0 Netherlands
This game was not as close as the scoreline indicates, the Netherlands controlled the game from the start. Japan was playing very defensive hoping to get a draw out of the game, and did a pretty good job defending. The Netherlands controlled possession and were overall solid and got their goal in the second half off a shot that probably should have been saved by the Japanese goalie. Netherlands becomes the second team along with Argentina to win their opening two games and looked solid enough to get the points and closer to making it out of the group in first.
25. Australia vs. Ghana- 1-1
This game really should have been Ghana's after Australia scored early on another goal keeping mistake, Ghana was awarded a penalty. The penalty came after a scramble in Australia's end and a shot that would have been a goal was saved on the line by a defender's arm giving Ghana its second penalty kick and Australia's second red card of the tournament. Gyan converted the penalty but Ghana still couldn't muster another goal even with Australia down to 10 men. Australia performed well down a man for more time in the tournament than they have been full strength. With the tie Australia still has a chance to advance going into the final game against Serbia.
26. Cameroon vs. Denmark- 2-1 Denmark
One of the teams I had advancing is now out of the tournament after Cameroon fell to Denmark this afternoon. This came was back and forth with some shaky defending for both sides, but Cameroon failed to capitalize on the mistakes by Denmark's defense. With the loss Cameroon is eliminated from the tournament and going into the last games of the group Netherlands is leading with 6 points and should qualify first, and with Japan and Denmark tied with 3 points each and playing each other it will decided the second team to make it out of the group, should be interesting.
This game was not as close as the scoreline indicates, the Netherlands controlled the game from the start. Japan was playing very defensive hoping to get a draw out of the game, and did a pretty good job defending. The Netherlands controlled possession and were overall solid and got their goal in the second half off a shot that probably should have been saved by the Japanese goalie. Netherlands becomes the second team along with Argentina to win their opening two games and looked solid enough to get the points and closer to making it out of the group in first.
25. Australia vs. Ghana- 1-1
This game really should have been Ghana's after Australia scored early on another goal keeping mistake, Ghana was awarded a penalty. The penalty came after a scramble in Australia's end and a shot that would have been a goal was saved on the line by a defender's arm giving Ghana its second penalty kick and Australia's second red card of the tournament. Gyan converted the penalty but Ghana still couldn't muster another goal even with Australia down to 10 men. Australia performed well down a man for more time in the tournament than they have been full strength. With the tie Australia still has a chance to advance going into the final game against Serbia.
26. Cameroon vs. Denmark- 2-1 Denmark
One of the teams I had advancing is now out of the tournament after Cameroon fell to Denmark this afternoon. This came was back and forth with some shaky defending for both sides, but Cameroon failed to capitalize on the mistakes by Denmark's defense. With the loss Cameroon is eliminated from the tournament and going into the last games of the group Netherlands is leading with 6 points and should qualify first, and with Japan and Denmark tied with 3 points each and playing each other it will decided the second team to make it out of the group, should be interesting.
Game of the Day
Game of the Day for June 19th
1. Cameroon vs. Denmark- 2:30 pm
Tomorrow I am picking 2 games for the game of the day more like games of the day. The first is Cameroon vs. Denmark, and it is two teams who lost their first games of the tournament, but will be still looking to advance whoever wins this one will have the better chance. Prediction- 1-0 Cameroon
2. Ghana vs. Australia- 10:00 am
This is a big game in Group D, as I said before Ghana will be looking to go top of the group with a win, but Australia will be looking to even the group up at 3 points a piece. Should be good one. Prediction- 2-1 Ghana
1. Cameroon vs. Denmark- 2:30 pm
Tomorrow I am picking 2 games for the game of the day more like games of the day. The first is Cameroon vs. Denmark, and it is two teams who lost their first games of the tournament, but will be still looking to advance whoever wins this one will have the better chance. Prediction- 1-0 Cameroon
2. Ghana vs. Australia- 10:00 am
This is a big game in Group D, as I said before Ghana will be looking to go top of the group with a win, but Australia will be looking to even the group up at 3 points a piece. Should be good one. Prediction- 2-1 Ghana
Friday, June 18, 2010
Day 8
21. Serbia vs. Germany- 1-0 Serbia
This game was much like the Nigeria game yesterday with a red card pretty much deciding the game. The referee was the star of the game giving yellow cards left and right and finally a red card to Klose dealing a big blow to Germany as Serbia scored right after the card. From that point on it was Germany creating the chances and even had a penalty, but Podolski's shot was saved and as much as they tried Germany could't fight back from behind with 10 men. This now opens the group up and puts pressure on the Ghana vs. Australia game tomorrow. If Australia win the group will be all even with 3 points but if Ghana win they will be in the driver's seat with 6 points, should be a good one.
22. Slovenia vs. USA- 2-2
This game followed along with the one before it as the referee ended up deciding how the points would be divided. The US came out and again with a defensive brain fart they went down 1-0 and then again poor defending let them down and it was 2-0 at the half. It looked like the tournament was almost over for the US, but Landon Donovan came back and scored a quick goal in the second half giving the US hope. They pushed and pushed until Michael Bradley stuck one in the back of the net tying it at two and with enough time to get a third, which they did. BUt for some reason it did not count as the referee blew Edu's goal off for no apparent reason leaving the US frustrated and confused, but with still hope of advancing.
23. England vs. Algeria- 0-0
Well I guess you have to say the game is played on the field not on paper because England's superior skill should have come out on top. But in the end Algeria looked the better side throughout creating more chances and coming close. England now with another disappointing loss will face Slovenia in their final game to determine their fate. This game really opened the group up with Slovenia in first with 4 points followed by the US with 2 and England with 2 then Algeria with 1. Anyone can still advance and it will come down to the last set of games. England better how they perform better next time otherwise it will be a huge disappointment for a soccer crazed nation, it would be kinda funny though.
This game was much like the Nigeria game yesterday with a red card pretty much deciding the game. The referee was the star of the game giving yellow cards left and right and finally a red card to Klose dealing a big blow to Germany as Serbia scored right after the card. From that point on it was Germany creating the chances and even had a penalty, but Podolski's shot was saved and as much as they tried Germany could't fight back from behind with 10 men. This now opens the group up and puts pressure on the Ghana vs. Australia game tomorrow. If Australia win the group will be all even with 3 points but if Ghana win they will be in the driver's seat with 6 points, should be a good one.
22. Slovenia vs. USA- 2-2
This game followed along with the one before it as the referee ended up deciding how the points would be divided. The US came out and again with a defensive brain fart they went down 1-0 and then again poor defending let them down and it was 2-0 at the half. It looked like the tournament was almost over for the US, but Landon Donovan came back and scored a quick goal in the second half giving the US hope. They pushed and pushed until Michael Bradley stuck one in the back of the net tying it at two and with enough time to get a third, which they did. BUt for some reason it did not count as the referee blew Edu's goal off for no apparent reason leaving the US frustrated and confused, but with still hope of advancing.
23. England vs. Algeria- 0-0
Well I guess you have to say the game is played on the field not on paper because England's superior skill should have come out on top. But in the end Algeria looked the better side throughout creating more chances and coming close. England now with another disappointing loss will face Slovenia in their final game to determine their fate. This game really opened the group up with Slovenia in first with 4 points followed by the US with 2 and England with 2 then Algeria with 1. Anyone can still advance and it will come down to the last set of games. England better how they perform better next time otherwise it will be a huge disappointment for a soccer crazed nation, it would be kinda funny though.
Thursday, June 17, 2010
Game of the Day
Game of the Day for June 18th
- USA vs. Slovenia- 10
This game is pretty much do or die for the US. Slovenia is leading the group after beating Algeria and a win will pretty ensure they will finish ahead of the US. For me a tie won't due and the US need to win. Prediction- 2-1 USA
- USA vs. Slovenia- 10
This game is pretty much do or die for the US. Slovenia is leading the group after beating Algeria and a win will pretty ensure they will finish ahead of the US. For me a tie won't due and the US need to win. Prediction- 2-1 USA
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