FIFA: 2010 World Cup Discussion Thread
06-08-2010, 03:24 PM
#122
What Would Don Draper Do?
The game starts at 2:30 ET but I think coverage on ABC starts at 1:30ET.
WG: top two teams from each group qualify to the knockout round. Then it is single elimination.
Bummed out that nani is out. He finished the season so well and was starting to emerge out of CR's shadow.
WG: top two teams from each group qualify to the knockout round. Then it is single elimination.
Bummed out that nani is out. He finished the season so well and was starting to emerge out of CR's shadow.
06-08-2010, 06:27 PM
#124
What Would Don Draper Do?
for the korean fans:
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06-09-2010, 11:21 AM
#127
Q('.')=O
Thread Starter
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Slovenia and Slovakia I think are both being underestimated. Sure, if USA has another fail campaign then Slovenia could surely advance, but I think the USA will get through this time.
And Slovakia also had a great qualifying campaign, but I just don't see them getting thru with Paraguay and Italy in their group.
I'm STILL having a tough time who to pick from group A
And Slovakia also had a great qualifying campaign, but I just don't see them getting thru with Paraguay and Italy in their group.
I'm STILL having a tough time who to pick from group A
06-09-2010, 04:52 PM
#128
The Dumb One
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man, im watching this USA vs. Portugal Match from 02'
its amazing how much the game has changed even in 8 years time.
both teams are launching the ball up field and sending their strikers sprinting after it.
things seem to have calmed down since those days. i dont remember things being so frantic back then.
its amazing how much the game has changed even in 8 years time.
both teams are launching the ball up field and sending their strikers sprinting after it.
things seem to have calmed down since those days. i dont remember things being so frantic back then.
06-09-2010, 08:32 PM
#129
Burning Brakes
06-09-2010, 10:58 PM
#130
What Would Don Draper Do?
Slovenia and Slovakia I think are both being underestimated. Sure, if USA has another fail campaign then Slovenia could surely advance, but I think the USA will get through this time.
And Slovakia also had a great qualifying campaign, but I just don't see them getting thru with Paraguay and Italy in their group.
I'm STILL having a tough time who to pick from group A
And Slovakia also had a great qualifying campaign, but I just don't see them getting thru with Paraguay and Italy in their group.
I'm STILL having a tough time who to pick from group A
as much hype the england game is getting, we need points against algeria and slovenia. those are the must-win games.
man, im watching this USA vs. Portugal Match from 02'
its amazing how much the game has changed even in 8 years time.
both teams are launching the ball up field and sending their strikers sprinting after it.
things seem to have calmed down since those days. i dont remember things being so frantic back then.
its amazing how much the game has changed even in 8 years time.
both teams are launching the ball up field and sending their strikers sprinting after it.
things seem to have calmed down since those days. i dont remember things being so frantic back then.
i miss john o'brien. it's too bad he was always injured. we could use a midfielder like him right now.
06-10-2010, 09:34 AM
#134
The Dumb One
iTrader: (1)
the france/uruguay game is actually 2.30 PM ET. (just in case thats what you were wondering about garth.)
the mexico/South africa game is at 10.30 AM ET.
and like mentioned.. the USA/England game is 2.30 on sat.
the mexico/South africa game is at 10.30 AM ET.
and like mentioned.. the USA/England game is 2.30 on sat.
Last edited by Rockstar21; 06-10-2010 at 09:37 AM.
06-10-2010, 12:20 PM
#135
England vs. US Soccer wager:
From: Philip Breeden, US Embassy London
To: Martin Longden, British Embassy Washington DC
Subject: World Cup Bet
Mr. Longden, It has not escaped our attention that a certain sporting event is fast approaching, and that our respective nations will soon be meeting on the fields of South Africa.
My Ambassador has asked me to see if your Ambassador might be interested in a small wager? We will understand if you decline, given the outcome of the last such encounter.
Sincerely, Philip Breeden, U.S. Embassy, London
________________________________
From: Martin Longden, British Embassy Washington DC
To: Philip Breeden, US Embassy London
Subject: Re: World Cup Bet
Mr. Breeden,
Even for such an exceptionally optimistic nation as the United States, I am struck by the confidence with which your Ambassador proposes this wager. It is testament, I assume, to the generosity of your great nation - since the British Ambassador does not anticipate paying out.
Your email does not specify the exact terms of the wager. May I suggest that, in the event of an England victory, the US Ambassador agrees to entertain the British Ambassador at a steak-house of his choosing in downtown DC? And in the event that the United States is able to engineer a fortuitous win over England, then my man will entertain yours at a London pub of his choosing. Loser pays.
Your reference to a previous sporting encounter between our two countries puzzles me. Since the history of English football is long and extensive, in contradistinction to US soccer, I regret that I cannot immediately recall the encounter to which you refer. No doubt it is remembered fondly on these shores; we have quite forgotten it, however.
Are you sure you want to do this?
Yours sincerely, Martin Longden British Embassy Washington DC
________________________________
From: Philip Breeden, US Embassy London
To: Martin Longden, British Embassy Washington DC
Subject: Re: World Cup Bet
Mr. Longden ,
It is with great pleasure, and no small measure of anticipation, that the U.S. Ambassador accepts the terms of the wager. I am surprised, given the well known love of the British for history, that you have forgotten what happened the last time the “special relationship” was tested on the pitch. Of course, given the result, you are to be forgiven for having misplaced that particular episode in your memory banks. I refer of course to the victory of the U.S. over England in the 1950 World Cup.
It is true that our soccer (a fine English word we have kindly preserved for you) history is not as long and illustrious as yours. However, as your generals noted during WWII, we have a unique capability for quickly identifying and advancing talent.
Game on!
Sincerely, Philip Breeden
________________________________
From: Martin Longden, British Embassy Washington DC
To: Philip Breeden, US Embassy London
Subject: Re: World Cup Bet
Mr. Breeden,
Very well; it’s a bet!
Incidentally, you should know that the Ambassador takes his steak like American soccer victories - somewhat rare.
Sincerely,
Martin Longden
From: Philip Breeden, US Embassy London
To: Martin Longden, British Embassy Washington DC
Subject: World Cup Bet
Mr. Longden, It has not escaped our attention that a certain sporting event is fast approaching, and that our respective nations will soon be meeting on the fields of South Africa.
My Ambassador has asked me to see if your Ambassador might be interested in a small wager? We will understand if you decline, given the outcome of the last such encounter.
Sincerely, Philip Breeden, U.S. Embassy, London
________________________________
From: Martin Longden, British Embassy Washington DC
To: Philip Breeden, US Embassy London
Subject: Re: World Cup Bet
Mr. Breeden,
Even for such an exceptionally optimistic nation as the United States, I am struck by the confidence with which your Ambassador proposes this wager. It is testament, I assume, to the generosity of your great nation - since the British Ambassador does not anticipate paying out.
Your email does not specify the exact terms of the wager. May I suggest that, in the event of an England victory, the US Ambassador agrees to entertain the British Ambassador at a steak-house of his choosing in downtown DC? And in the event that the United States is able to engineer a fortuitous win over England, then my man will entertain yours at a London pub of his choosing. Loser pays.
Your reference to a previous sporting encounter between our two countries puzzles me. Since the history of English football is long and extensive, in contradistinction to US soccer, I regret that I cannot immediately recall the encounter to which you refer. No doubt it is remembered fondly on these shores; we have quite forgotten it, however.
Are you sure you want to do this?
Yours sincerely, Martin Longden British Embassy Washington DC
________________________________
From: Philip Breeden, US Embassy London
To: Martin Longden, British Embassy Washington DC
Subject: Re: World Cup Bet
Mr. Longden ,
It is with great pleasure, and no small measure of anticipation, that the U.S. Ambassador accepts the terms of the wager. I am surprised, given the well known love of the British for history, that you have forgotten what happened the last time the “special relationship” was tested on the pitch. Of course, given the result, you are to be forgiven for having misplaced that particular episode in your memory banks. I refer of course to the victory of the U.S. over England in the 1950 World Cup.
It is true that our soccer (a fine English word we have kindly preserved for you) history is not as long and illustrious as yours. However, as your generals noted during WWII, we have a unique capability for quickly identifying and advancing talent.
Game on!
Sincerely, Philip Breeden
________________________________
From: Martin Longden, British Embassy Washington DC
To: Philip Breeden, US Embassy London
Subject: Re: World Cup Bet
Mr. Breeden,
Very well; it’s a bet!
Incidentally, you should know that the Ambassador takes his steak like American soccer victories - somewhat rare.
Sincerely,
Martin Longden
06-10-2010, 03:14 PM
#137
Suzuka Master
________________________________
From: Martin Longden, British Embassy Washington DC
To: Philip Breeden, US Embassy London
Subject: Re: World Cup Bet
Mr. Breeden,
Very well; it’s a bet!
Incidentally, you should know that the Ambassador takes his steak like American soccer victories - somewhat rare.
Sincerely,
Martin Longden
06-10-2010, 03:38 PM
#139
Senior Moderator
Much appreciated, traitor.
06-10-2010, 06:15 PM
#140
What Would Don Draper Do?
got the following in the mail today:
- korea away JISUNG 7
- korea away N98 track jacket
- australia home KEWELL 10
- netherlands home VAN DER VAART 23
- usa home ONYEWU 5
- usa home DEMPSEY 8 (for the gf)
will post pics later.
still waiting on:
- england home BECKHAM 7
- germany away BALLACK 13
- spain away ALONSO 14
- argentina away VERON 8
- serbia home VIDIC 5
- portugal home DECO 20
(i'm an avid and obsessed collector....these are my robots and legos)
- korea away JISUNG 7
- korea away N98 track jacket
- australia home KEWELL 10
- netherlands home VAN DER VAART 23
- usa home ONYEWU 5
- usa home DEMPSEY 8 (for the gf)
will post pics later.
still waiting on:
- england home BECKHAM 7
- germany away BALLACK 13
- spain away ALONSO 14
- argentina away VERON 8
- serbia home VIDIC 5
- portugal home DECO 20
(i'm an avid and obsessed collector....these are my robots and legos)
Last edited by JediMindTricks; 06-10-2010 at 06:18 PM.
06-10-2010, 07:30 PM
#141
I feel the need...
06-10-2010, 09:38 PM
#142
What Would Don Draper Do?
unless i'm mistaken, he's not the first choice gk anymore....but maybe he is since they recalled him.
06-10-2010, 11:53 PM
#145
What Would Don Draper Do?
korea away N98 track jacket:
usa scarf (made by another fan from bigsoccer.com. this is his pic.)
usa home ONYEWU 5:
usa home DEMPSEY 8 (gf's):
netherlands home VAN DER VAART 23:
australia home KEWELL 10:
06-11-2010, 07:38 AM
#148
The Dumb One
iTrader: (1)
Mandela's Grandaughter.died in a car crash leaving the opening ceremonies concert. she was 13
http://g.sports.yahoo.com/soccer/wor...ivekilled.html
06-11-2010, 07:43 AM
#149
Senior Moderator
For some reason, I'm not as excited as normal. Probably still have a Europrean Cup hangover.
06-11-2010, 08:32 AM
#155
Senior Moderator
