World Cup 2010

**ashauler** · 06-18-2010, 12:38 PM

17. Did I win?

**mrtr33** · 06-21-2010, 10:11 AM

Weekend insights:

Netherlands had a nice match Saturday morning. They are fun to watch.

It's good to see Australia bouncing back from getting trounced by Germany. Still think Ghana is tops that group, though.

I think I have a new favorite team in the whole tournament - Paraguay. They have played both games with such intensity and such respect, they've earned my loyalty.

WHEN is Italy going to start playing soccer?

Brazil looks like a really tight team - they work well together. But after watching this morning's Portugal match, I'm wondering if these first two games have made them soft? How will they stack up against Portugal?

Babies love soccer.

Nelson, when a team like Cameroon or North Korea are eliminated after their first two matches, do they usually show up for the third game? I would imagine Cameroon would, but I wouldn't think North Korea would - they'll probably declare war on South Africa. Or maybe even Portugal, who knows.

**denver24** · 06-21-2010, 10:22 AM

Originally Posted by mrtr33

but I wouldn't think North Korea would - they'll probably declare war on South Africa. Or maybe even Portugal, who knows.

I bet Kim Jong Ill had his finger on the nuclear annhilation button for Portugal if it got to 8-0.

Portugal looks to be warming up after a flat opening game. I am really looking forward to Portugal vs. Brazil especially since Kaka can't play and he creates a lot of offense for Brazil. However, Brazil is probably the deepest team in the World Cup. I think the soccer is really heating up and the best is yet to come!

**ndv21** · 06-21-2010, 10:51 AM

Originally Posted by mrtr33

Weekend insights:

Nelson, when a team like Cameroon or North Korea are eliminated after their first two matches, do they usually show up for the third game? I would imagine Cameroon would, but I wouldn't think North Korea would - they'll probably declare war on South Africa. Or maybe even Portugal, who knows.

They have to. Eventhough the team has absolutely no chance of qualifying, they must play the game because of the effect they might have on the other team and their points. A win, loss, or tie against another team might make the difference in moving on to the next round. Besides, Fifa requires is

**ndv21** · 06-21-2010, 10:54 AM

In 1 hour, I leave work and head over to the Lion & Rose pub. My 2 nationalities are playing, of course, I pull for Honduras eventhough Spain might beat the crap out of the little central american team. I have my jersey, cap, backpack, and facepaint ready to go. Just for shits and giggles, I will change in my office and walk out like that!

**ndv21** · 06-22-2010, 12:43 PM

Well, Honduras is out of the world cup for sure. It was very satisfying to see my team play at the main tournament after a 28 year absence. We still have 1 more game to play vs. Switzerland. My biggest wish is to have Honduras score at least 1 goal. I have yet to see that happen. Maybe if I smoke a Camacho during the game the good juju will prevail? Who knows.

Regardless, still having a blast! Can't believe Mexico lost today! They are definately gonna get tortured by Argentina in the next round.