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Locke · 07-03-2007, 01:26 PM

Alright. Todays Games:

Brazil vs Korea Rep.

I have to say, I think this one is going to go to Brazil in a big way. Watching this Korea team play against the USA they had speed and skill and played the whole game at high pace. Only their finishing was lacking so that they were unlucky to not take all 3 points.

This is going to work in Brazil's favour. If they want to play that open style of play then Brazil will play along, Brazil simply got shut down by a tight checking hard-nosed defense that Brazil can usually crack, but it just wasnt their day.

USA vs Poland

I say the Poland takes this one much the same way they took the one against Brazil. The US have a really good chance to win this, but they have to finish their chances on free kicks and the counter-attack. I simply think that the Polish defense is going to put on another clinic. If the US wants to win this, their best bet is to score on a free kick or win a penalty shot. Unfortunately they know this so that might lead to some theatricality. Hopefully that doesnt happen.

Czech vs Korea DPR

I have to go with the Czechs. I originally thought the Koreans could take this one, but because no one in this group has scored a goal I think the Czechs will be the first, the wakeup call has come already. They have a very talented team that played a cagey game against a really good Argentina.

I have to say I was surprised that the Czech/Argentina game didnt have any goals. Very unlike these two teams that typically favour an almost Run and Gun attitude.

Panama vs Argentina

Need I say it? I think Argentina is going to come away with this one because their quality on almost every front is going to shine through. I dont know if its going to be a blowout or a 1-0 steal. Thats the question.

Lets see how I do.

Feel free to chime in your thoughts.

BTW the commentators for this tournament are nothing short of excellent. Craig Forrest and his partner from the Portugal/New Zealand game should apply for jobs with GOLTV so my blood pressure can return to civilized levels.

Locke.

07-03-2007, 01:26 PM	#41
Locke Franchise Player Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Income Tax Central Exp:	Alright. Todays Games: Brazil vs Korea Rep. I have to say, I think this one is going to go to Brazil in a big way. Watching this Korea team play against the USA they had speed and skill and played the whole game at high pace. Only their finishing was lacking so that they were unlucky to not take all 3 points. This is going to work in Brazil's favour. If they want to play that open style of play then Brazil will play along, Brazil simply got shut down by a tight checking hard-nosed defense that Brazil can usually crack, but it just wasnt their day. USA vs Poland I say the Poland takes this one much the same way they took the one against Brazil. The US have a really good chance to win this, but they have to finish their chances on free kicks and the counter-attack. I simply think that the Polish defense is going to put on another clinic. If the US wants to win this, their best bet is to score on a free kick or win a penalty shot. Unfortunately they know this so that might lead to some theatricality. Hopefully that doesnt happen. Czech vs Korea DPR I have to go with the Czechs. I originally thought the Koreans could take this one, but because no one in this group has scored a goal I think the Czechs will be the first, the wakeup call has come already. They have a very talented team that played a cagey game against a really good Argentina. I have to say I was surprised that the Czech/Argentina game didnt have any goals. Very unlike these two teams that typically favour an almost Run and Gun attitude. Panama vs Argentina Need I say it? I think Argentina is going to come away with this one because their quality on almost every front is going to shine through. I dont know if its going to be a blowout or a 1-0 steal. Thats the question. Lets see how I do. Feel free to chime in your thoughts. BTW the commentators for this tournament are nothing short of excellent. Craig Forrest and his partner from the Portugal/New Zealand game should apply for jobs with GOLTV so my blood pressure can return to civilized levels. Locke. __________________ The Beatings Shall Continue Until Morale Improves! This Post Has Been Distilled for the Eradication of Seemingly Incurable Sadness. The World Ends when you're dead. Until then, you've got more punishment in store. - Flames Fans If you thought this season would have a happy ending, you haven't been paying attention.