Thread: World Cup 2010

Originally Posted by hi_bud_gl

Wow what a game was GErmany vs Spain.
what do you guys think who will win the cup?
i take NETHERLANDS- HOLLAND.

I honestly don't know. It'll be a first time winner whoever, though.

Congrats Spain for getting it to finals, for the first time in history. I was for Germany (bought some German beer and bratwust earlier today), but their game was far too passive, specially on the first half; Spain was just so much better. Puyols goal was tremendous, such an example of a strong mind.

Now there is two finalist that have never made this far before. I expect the perfect game. In the beginning of the games my thumbs were up for Netherlands and Germany, but Spanish game was so beautiful today so i am not sure anymore.

Now i believe that Germany will eat Uruguay next saturday so it will be top three scores to Europe. Not so bad.

Originally Posted by Sailor

Congrats Spain for getting it to finals, for the first time in history. I was for Germany (bought some German beer and bratwust earlier today), but their game was far too passive, specially on the first half; Spain was just so much better. Puyols goal was tremendous, such an example of a strong mind.

Now there is two finalist that have never made this far before. I expect the perfect game. In the beginning of the games my thumbs were up for Netherlands and Germany, but Spanish game was so beautiful today so i am not sure anymore.

Now i believe that Germany will eat Uruguay next saturday so it will be top three scores to Europe. Not so bad.

I couldn't agree more. It just felt like Germany was content to defend and try to score on a counter. They had a few chances, but not much to really bother the keeper. Spain, on the other hand, had many chances and either couldn't capitalize or were thwarted by the German defense. Torres could have gotten his first goal this Cup if Pedro had just passed!

Puyol's goal was impressive. From the second that play started you could tell he was going to hit it. He got a nice running start and just leapt into the ball.

I'm happy with whatever happens. I root for Spain only because I loved visiting Barcelona, but it will be nice to see a first-time winner. I expect Germany to take out their anger on Uruguay.

I'm glad this was a great game. Good sportsmanship throughout, surprisingly few penalties (I think no cards, either), and an overall well-officiated match. There were a few strong challenges in each team's box and the ref pretty much said to play on. In the US we usually applaud referees for "no calls" on 50/50 plays that would affect the outcome, and I think these were in-line with that philosophy.

Can't wait for the final!

My daughter plays soccer at the local city team and she is very familiar with the soccer statistics. Now there's an Argentinian curse, she said before the game. I was for Germany but she said i shouldn't. Every team in history that has dropped Argentina has as well lost in their following game. Amazing. There's a strong curse indeed.

It is no wonder that Germany lost their game. They never had changes at all:

This dude was not on their side

Originally Posted by Sailor

It is no wonder that Germany lost their game. They never had changes at all:

This dude was not on their side

Yes, today there will be a televised event as Paul the psychic octopus reveals who will win the world cup. Incredible that this cephalapod has got such an accurate hit rate!

Originally Posted by majurey

Yes, today there will be a televised event as Paul the psychic octopus reveals who will win the world cup. Incredible that this cephalapod has got such an accurate hit rate!

Well, looks like Spain wins it this weekend!
YouTube - Octopus Paul - Netherlands vs. Spain