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Yeah, but with Slovenia and Algeria as the other two, they should both advance.
This thing always makes me wonder how random it really is. It seems like a big coincidence that the team generally regarded as the toughest non-seeded team (France) just happened to end up in the group that had BY FAR the weakest seeded team (South Africa). The toughest group is probably group G. Brazil, Portugal, and the Ivory Coast. Thanks for playing, North Korea. |
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True---they weren't drawn when I posted. Germany and Ghana are the most likely opponents in the next round, I'd guess (other possibilities are Australia and Serbia). As far as history goes, Germany and Argentina are the two biggies for England. I don't think we can play Argentina until the final. Does the US have any potential grudge matches?
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The only real international rival for the USA is Mexico. For a long time they dominated us, and we've still never beaten them in Mexico City, but lately we win more often than not. The only USA win in World Cup knockout play since 1930 was against Mexico in 2002 in South Korea. (We lost to Germany in the quarters.) It's possible we could see Mexico in the quarters, if we both made it that far. ETA: Nate Silver of the ridiculously awesome fivethirtyeight.com gives us percentage predictions for each team. He's got England with an 82% chance of making it out of the group, and the USA next-best at 48%, with Algeria and Slovenia splitting the remaining odds. Last edited by dok; December 4th, 2009 at 04:25 PM. |
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I'm really excited about our draw and our chances this year. I can't wait for the USA, England game! June 12th.
I think Mexico's going to get knocked out 1st round. I doubt they'll beat South Africa, and I think France will advance. Uruguay is better then most people think too. Most of the draws are pretty straight-forward, but there's a couple of very good ones out there. |
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SouthAfrica has the home team energy, but being honest, they aren't a dominant team. But that home advantage can be an influence. France comes from BARELY qualifying, yet, it's still France. Uruguay had to play an wildcard game to get in and Mexico beats them regularly. Do not discount MExico, their last few games were great and the team is gelling like they hadn't in years. Even the French press said that the only true rival in the group is Mexico. I think the teams advancing will be France and Mexico. Heck, I give Mexico a better chance than I do France right now, remember, they had to cheat to get in! I wouldn't be surprised if France does't make it.
England and US in the same group is very cool, and i think those two will have and easy time getting through. |
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Algeria and Slovenia should not pose much of a problem, so hopefully both will advance. |
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It'll be difficult to cheer USA while some of my favorite players are playing for England. Anyway, there is a chance I could make to that game in S. Africa (I will be there in June)! What a game it will be if I can be at that particular game, England vs. USA. We did well in tourney in S. Africa, I was surprised. I can't wait until June! Go USA!
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I can't wait for the games to start. I'm planning on taking some vacation time to get a chance to enjoy as many games as possible. |
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I'm seriously hoping I'm not working during the US/England game. I will be watching that game no matter what. If I have to bring my laptop to work I will be doing it, and stream the game somehow online.
I seriously hope Italy doesn't go far, those cheating jerks. I'm rooting for England though. I've always loved their football clubs. Yes, I will use the CORRECT term. I do have to ask everyone here, mainly because I noticed someone had a Man U avatar. Am I the only Liverpool fan here? Ollie, please tell me you're not a Manchester United fan?!?! The cake is a lie. -Insert Witty Signature Here- |
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No, don't worry. Aston Villa. They currently have two US goalkeepers: Brad Friedel and Brad Guzan (as is well known in the UK, all Americans are called Brad; they may have had to change their names to Brad on their passports to convince UK authorities that they weren't fake). I know Friedel was the first choice US keeper a while ago, but I vaguely remember that he retired from international football. Is that right? Is Guzan in with a chance of making the US squad? He has reportedly been playing very well when given a chance at Villa.
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As for support, I follow Bolton Wanderers and Chelsea FC. I hope the Blues put an end to ManU's recent league domination. I would love to see the Prem become a more competitive league top to bottom, a la the Bundesliga. Unfortunately, the cycle of big money to the top 4 will make that a difficult proposition. Man, I cannot wait until June and the kickoff for the WC. It can't get here soon enough. |
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