World Cup

[todeen]

when a new team will win, it's always great for the sport. it confirms to countries that their investments have paid off.

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[bk400]

Have to root for the home team Australia in this one. Totally agree that after seeing the quality of play in the quarterfinals, the US didn't deserve to be there. (As for Netherlands....yes, bye.)

I really enjoyed watching Japan play. They played beautifully and seemed to really want it. Shame they got bounced.

[Mark17]

Originally Posted by bk400

Have to root for the home team Australia in this one. Totally agree that after seeing the quality of play in the quarterfinals, the US didn't deserve to be there. (As for Netherlands....yes, bye.)

I really enjoyed watching Japan play. They played beautifully and seemed to really want it. Shame they got bounced.

Like in basketball, tall players really have the advantage, especially on corner kicks and other contested high balls. Columbia in particular often just made a short pass with their corner kick opportunities, rather than launching it high towards the goal, where those blonde English trees invariably headed the ball out harmlessly.

[todeen]

Originally Posted by Mark17

Like in basketball, tall players really have the advantage, especially on corner kicks and other contested high balls. Columbia in particular often just made a short pass with their corner kick opportunities, rather than launching it high towards the goal, where those blonde English trees invariably headed the ball out harmlessly.

Your post reminded me of the show Flight of the Conchords. My wife is a hair short of 6ft tall. She can't wear heels very often. She loved sports where tall girls are appreciated: volleyball & basketball were her favorites. Anyway one of her favorite songs is titled "Leggy Blonde."

https://youtu.be/Mg0jS6F4M10

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[ClementeFanOh]

One finalist is in. I was REALLY pulling for Sweden, which must be why they
lost Amazing to watch the dynamics between Spain coach and the players
who detest him. I'd be okay with Spain if they didn't dive so much, they are
mimicking their male counterparts too much for my taste...

England/Aussie tomorrow. I'll root for that winner, to win the Cup.

Trent King

[mrreality68]

Originally Posted by ClementeFanOh

One finalist is in. I was REALLY pulling for Sweden, which must be why they
lost Amazing to watch the dynamics between Spain coach and the players
who detest him. I'd be okay with Spain if they didn't dive so much, they are
mimicking their male counterparts too much for my taste...

England/Aussie tomorrow. I'll root for that winner, to win the Cup.

Trent King

Well said about Spain but unless they change the rules or enforce it differently then they will continue to do it

[egri]

Vlatko Andonovski resigned today, though I suspect it was a jump-or-be-pushed situation.