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Old 06-22-2006, 10:26 AM   #1 (permalink)
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Thumbs up Who would win the cup?

Who would win the cup?
Brazil, England, or Argentina? Maybe even Holland?

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Old 06-22-2006, 10:36 AM   #2 (permalink)
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This section is for American football. There is a soccer section. Brazil will win.
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Old 06-22-2006, 10:44 AM   #3 (permalink)
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I think Argentina or England should definitely win it, alghough or course Germany being host and all is also a favorite.
Anyone but Brazil if you ask me!
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Old 06-22-2006, 11:37 AM   #4 (permalink)
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Germany all the way!
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Old 06-22-2006, 11:39 AM   #5 (permalink)
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Moved to the proper forum.
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Old 06-22-2006, 07:31 PM   #6 (permalink)
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England haven't a hope IMO. Argentina, Germany or Brazil. Hoping Argentina.
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Old 06-22-2006, 09:23 PM   #7 (permalink)
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If Holland gets by Portugal, they'll take care of England (which should be able to beat Ecuador) as well. That puts the Dutch in the semi-finals.

I never gave Brazil much of a chance, and based on what I've seen, I have no reason to change my mind. Same for Italy, except that they've always been among my favorites.

The only surprise to me are the Germans. Much better and more attractive than expected. Guess what, the Dutch won't meet them until the final. But Argentina will not let the hosts get that far.

My final? The same game that meant nothing earlier this week: Holland-Argentina. My winner? Still Holland. There is a reason that there are four Dutch coaches at the WC. Marco van Basten may not have the best players, but he sure knows what it takes to win. He gives the Dutch a unique mental edge that could take them all the way. This is not the beautiful Holland, the Orange Clockwork, that we're used to seeing. This is a team that is extremely difficult to beat. And that goes a long way towards a championship.

(btw, if you wondered why the US looked so flat, look no further than Bruce Arena. The personality of the coach directly translates to the field. I'm picking van Basten. )

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Old 06-22-2006, 09:39 PM   #8 (permalink)
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Holland was my pre-cup pick as well.
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Old 06-22-2006, 09:56 PM   #9 (permalink)
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I will go with the Yankees of soccer and go with Brazil.
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Old 06-22-2006, 10:46 PM   #10 (permalink)
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I'm going to cheer for Ghana though, I like the way they play.
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Old 06-23-2006, 11:33 AM   #11 (permalink)
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I dont know guys, I think some of you are overestimating hollands real power. I personally dont think they will get by Portugal.
England to me looks like a better team.
Italy might have a chance, their schedule might be good.
After the afternoon games Ill post my predictions for the next round, i want to see what you guys think.
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Old 06-23-2006, 12:35 PM   #12 (permalink)
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Germany v Sweden -> Germany Germany v Arg: Germany
Argentina v Mexico -> Argentina
England v Ecuador -> England Eng v Portugal: Portugal
Portugal v Holland -> Portugal

Italy v Australia -> Italy Italy v Ucraine: Italy
Switzerland v Ucraine -> Ucraine
Brasil v Ghana -> Brasil Brasil v Spain: Brasil
Spain v Korea or France -> Spain

So, I don't see Holland at the semifinals...
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Old 06-23-2006, 04:49 PM   #13 (permalink)
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Ok guys,
everything is set, let the games begin.
My picks to advance:

Germany
Argentina
England
Portugal
Italy
Ucraine
Brazil
France

I would like some comments.
How many dogs on that list? (portugal, perhaps france or ucraine) Anyway.
Looking down the road I like Argentina over Germany, Italy over any, England over Portugal or Holland and France in the upset over Brazil.
Wouldnt that be nice?
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Old 06-23-2006, 07:23 PM   #14 (permalink)
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Strongest teams imo: Brazil, Argentina, Netherlands
Overrated: Germany, England
Suckiest teams left: Portugal, Korea

And finally teams i like, but dont think can win the WC
Ghana, Ecuador, Australia
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Old 06-23-2006, 11:39 PM   #15 (permalink)
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Portugal, England and Korea are probably the bottom 3 teams to advance.
England MAY advance, because they have so much talent, it's ridiculous...
However, Portugal is the worst 3 win team I've ever seen hands down.
They are terrible. They have players, but they think they are all Kobe Bryant or some shiz... You don't score goals 1v5 very often - although, Portugal believes they can.

Seriously, I'd take Korea over Portugal if they were playing... I truly believe that Portugal goes out 1st round and the game won't even be a challenge. They havn't really played a 'tough' opponent yet, and they've struggled mightely to get the goals they've scored...

I've watched all the games and I'd put Portugal talent-wise below the 20th place team at least - if not more. They've done their job, and their line will be juicy - but they cannot beat anyone at all in the knockout round.
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Old 06-23-2006, 11:42 PM   #16 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by McBa1n
Portugal, England and Korea are probably the bottom 3 teams to advance.
England MAY advance, because they have so much talent, it's ridiculous...
However, Portugal is the worst 3 win team I've ever seen hands down.
They are terrible. They have players, but they think they are all Kobe Bryant or some shiz... You don't score goals 1v5 very often - although, Portugal believes they can.

Seriously, I'd take Korea over Portugal if they were playing... I truly believe that Portugal goes out 1st round and the game won't even be a challenge. They havn't really played a 'tough' opponent yet, and they've struggled mightely to get the goals they've scored...

I've watched all the games and I'd put Portugal talent-wise below the 20th place team at least - if not more. They've done their job, and their line will be juicy - but they cannot beat anyone at all in the knockout round.
You lost a bundle fading Portugal huh?
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Old 06-24-2006, 12:12 AM   #17 (permalink)
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Korea?!
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Old 06-24-2006, 06:40 AM   #18 (permalink)
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Germany ,England or Argentina to win it all.

I wouldn't underestimate England, they can only get better.

Most overated team left in the last 16 - Holland

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