General World Cup and in-game discussion

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The forum discussion centers around the excitement and analysis of various World Cup matches, particularly Brazil vs. Croatia, where Brazil's performance was criticized for being lazy despite their eventual win. The penalty awarded to Brazil was deemed controversial, with many feeling Croatia deserved a draw based on their pressure. The conversation also touches on the weather conditions affecting gameplay, particularly in Natal, and the overall atmosphere in the Netherlands after their impressive victory over Spain. Predictions for upcoming matches, including Germany vs. Portugal, highlight the uncertainty and anticipation surrounding team performances. The thread encapsulates the thrill and unpredictability of the World Cup, emphasizing the importance of each match in shaping the tournament's outcome.
  • #61
Borg said:
Wow! Goal already!

Hadn't even turned it on in time!
 
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  • #62
Greg Bernhardt said:
Go USA! #IBelieveThatWeWillWin!

Just heard the US chants -- it's not college basketball, you know ;)
 
  • #63
USA up at half, but Ghana looks better if only they could finish. It will be a very nervous 2nd half I think.
 
  • #64
I don't think US and A should play so very defensively as they do now, it feels like Ghana is closing in on a goal, too much defense is not good I think...
 
  • #66
My hands hurt from too much clapping. IBelieveThatWeWillWin!
 
  • #67
Yahoo Sports said:
John Brooks' late goal gives U.S. 2-1 win over Ghana in World Cup opener

NATAL, Brazil – The United States clinched an extraordinary, heart-stopping, last-ditch triumph over Ghana on Monday to give its World Cup campaign a magnificent start.
http://sports.yahoo.com/news/john-b...over-ghana-in-world-cup-opener-000753871.html

A news reporter said that the US was vindicated. Apparently Ghana eliminated US during the last two World Cups.
 
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  • #68
Google seem to be overdosing on world cup doodles - some of which I didn't "get" at all.

But I like Paul the Octopus with the halo today :smile:
 
  • #71
Greg Bernhardt said:
Algeria looking for the upset!

Nope. :biggrin:
 
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  • #72
Greg Bernhardt said:
Overdose? You must not be a soccer fan :D
Is there a soccer competition going on somewhere? I've just spend 5 days (nearly 8 hours a day) following cricket between England and Sri Lanka.

But I guess a game that takes that long, goes right down to the wire, and ends in a draw is too hard for some people to understand :biggrin:

The London Olympics screwed up the international cricket fixtures for a year either side of it. At least the ICC are treating FIFA with the irrelevance it deserves :smile:
 
  • #73
micromass said:
Brazil - Mexico (17 June):
micromass: 4 - 1
DH: 3 - 1
DennisN: 3 - 1
trollcast: 3 - 1
Logger: 3 - 1
cristo: 2 - 1
montadhar: 3 - 1
All of us blew that prediction!

That tie for Mexico was a huge upset, and is making me rethink whether Brazil will win the whole enchilada.
 
  • #74
D H said:
All of us blew that prediction!

That tie for Mexico was a huge upset, and is making me rethink whether Brazil will win the whole enchilada.

That is fun! Regretfully I did not see the match. And I need to make predictions for tomorrow too...
 
  • #75
D H said:
That tie for Mexico was a huge upset, and is making me rethink whether Brazil will win the whole enchilada.

Yes, I am seriously reconsidering Brazil right now.
 
  • #76
I don't think Brazil has what it takes. No way they beat Netherlands or Germany right now.
 
  • #77
Greg Bernhardt said:
I don't think Brazil has what it takes. No way they beat Netherlands or Germany right now.

I agree. I'll probably change my vote to Netherlands tomorrow depending on how they play.
 
  • #78
Greg Bernhardt said:
I don't think Brazil has what it takes. No way they beat Netherlands or Germany right now.
I'm actually inclined to think so too :smile:. And I am considering if Argentina has got what it takes. Well, I will be looking closely at Argentina in their next match :biggrin:.
 
  • #79
Greg Bernhardt said:
I don't think Brazil has what it takes. No way they beat Netherlands or Germany right now.

Don't jump ship too soon -- Brasil will improve into the more important stages of the competition.
 
  • #80
LOL :biggrin:
Australia just scored 2-1 against Netherlands. Is this match played in Neverland?

EDIT 5 min afterwards: Now it's 2-2. Not so much Neverland anymore.
 
  • #81
Wow Holland wth. Germany now the clear favorite to win it.
 
  • #82
Greg Bernhardt said:
Germany now the clear favorite to win it.
Yeah, I'm gravitating towards that too.
 
  • #84
First time ever we won playing against Australia, that sure is an entertaining match!
 
  • #85
It's certainly not Spain this year. They have one half to score at least two goals or they are out.
 
  • #86
Spain needs some hungry youth. This team has won too much. Loving it!
 
  • #87
What happened to the Spanish passing game? The "ole!" has turned into "oh ****!"
 
  • #88
Andrés Siesta, Sergio Vamos, bye bye...
 
  • #89
Chile is now one of my favorite teams. Tons of heart and lots of entertainment.
 
  • #90
The Spaniards are not playing as one team. They are playing individually, as 23 overrated individuals.
 

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