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World Cup comments & predictions
No politics today. OK? Colombia, sadly to say, may not be a participant, but Colombia's interest, according to everyone I have talked to, is still quite strong. After all, it is the World Cup!!! So, I am dedicating this thread to anything that has anything to do with World Cup Action. In other words, no arguments and no insults. So fire away.
By Gomezman5 on Jun 9, 2006, 07:07 in Friendly Talkzone.
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Michael_B says on Jun 9, 2006, 08:59: My Money is on Colombia I bet the finca on it ;-)
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Miguel_Clavo says on Jun 9, 2006, 10:30: What do you mean by that??!! "In other words, no arguments and no insults. So fire away." RVW orderded me to remove my tagline congratulating the PBH Mods New Golden Boys. Lame. 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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Miguel says on Jun 9, 2006, 13:29: G5 I'm going with Brasil. It was great to see so much offense in the Germany-Costa Rica match. As I post, it's 70:00 in the Ecuador-Poland match with Ecuador up 1-0. "There is nothing lower than the human race...except for the French." - Mark Twain 1878-79 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 9, 2006, 14:31: OK......everyone My instinct...really instinct tells me to go with Brazil. From a technical perspective, taking into account talent and everything else, they sure look like the best team.But,and this is a big but, South American teams don't have a very good record when the Cup
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kat1 (Moderator) (Trustee board) (☼Travelguide writer) says on Jun 9, 2006, 14:32: my favourites
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el norteño (☼Travelguide writer) says on Jun 9, 2006, 17:46: Ticos Costa Rica were not prepared for this match. They started out very lackadaisical. Several times CR defenders tried to dribble the ball out of danger and were dispossesed by alert German attackers. This isn't the Costa Rican league. But, they did well to score twice.
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el norteño (☼Travelguide writer) says on Jun 9, 2006, 17:51: Gomezman Brasil won the 1958 Cup in Sweden. But, they had a certain player called Pele. The current selecao looks awesome on paper. Ronaldo, Ronaldinho, Robinho, Kaka. But who is going to do the defensive work in midfield? Their defense is suspect, and I'm not convinced Dida is a great keeper. On paper, they are unbeatable. But, I think it will happen.
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 9, 2006, 18:36: Good point El norteno For all the great offensive ability that Brazil has, (as mentioned by you above) defense is not something that they are short on either. The value of Cafu, who is probably in his last Cup competition, and Roberto Carlos, cannot be overlooked on defense. Cafu, is so agile, and plays with such finess, in my opinoin, sets the standard as to what defense in this game is all about. Kaka still holds up very well in his midfield position.
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kernow62 says on Jun 9, 2006, 18:50: I think England will beat Paraguay 2-0. As long as we attack and get a few set pieces. If England does get beat it will be an upset that's for sure. Paraguay is 400 to 1 at the bookies to make it out of this group. England is currently at 8 to 1.
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platano says on Jun 9, 2006, 19:05: I am predicting an upset in Saturday evening's game... I know Argentina is favored... that's why it will be a big upset when Cote d’Ivoire wins.
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kernow62 says on Jun 9, 2006, 19:34: I would like to see that too Platano, but even Drogba can't work miracles.
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platano says on Jun 9, 2006, 19:43: You know there is a certain similarity between Colombia and Cote d’Ivoire but since the OP prohibits any political talk I won't mention civil war or anything like that.
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billyb says on Jun 9, 2006, 20:24: Platano.. I shared your ecstasy in '94 when we beat the Argentines 5-0. Does anybody else see a Brazil/England final? I beleive the draw is such that it's a possibility. "All I want to know is where I'm going to die, so I never go there" Unkown (at least to me) wise man. 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 9, 2006, 21:58: Yea Kernow..... You're probably right. I know you guys don't like FIFA rankings, but England is rated much higher than Paraguay. In fact Colombia is rated higher than Paraguay. So I can't see how I thought Paraguay will beat England 2-1. Well, maybe I just wish it so. Kernow and Brazil would be a great final. Heck, let the old pros like Roberto Carlos and Kafu go out in style. On the other hand, England can use some cheering up these days. Plus, like I said before, South America does not have a good record at winning when they play in Europe.
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kernow62 says on Jun 10, 2006, 08:01: England 1 Paraguay 0 in the most lackluster display so far in the World Cup. If England continue to play like that they won't go far. They need to settle down now after winning 3 points. Paraguay was the better ball handling team by far.
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caulfield2 says on Jun 10, 2006, 08:16: England played a very pedestrian first game. Nobody played that well for England, Lampard had the best shots on goal but the second goalie for Paraguay gamely stopped them. 1-0 on an own goal for Gammara (sp), one of Paraguay's best defenders.
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johna says on Jun 10, 2006, 09:12: Congrats to Ecuador! I love an underdog. I went crazy when I saw that Cameroon over ARG victory. The other one that really sticks out for me is s. Korea over Italy last cup. In fact I find ARG and ITL very similar in attitude and approach to them game. Needless to say I think alot of people were more than a little happy. I think an interesting game will be Angola v. Portugal. The old colony v. the old superpower, I think there will be lots of emotion. Well I am off to watch Trin & Tob. take on Sweden.
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kernow62 says on Jun 10, 2006, 11:14: Sweden hasn't won their first round match since 1958! England hasn't beaten Sweden in yonks. After watching Trinidad I am not thinking England beating them is a given, but I still think they will.
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webmanco says on Jun 10, 2006, 11:38: Alemania, Brasil then Argentina No hay extremo cierto o verdadero, porque los extremos opacan, enruedan, (lavan cerebros) verdades. Yotas 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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platano says on Jun 10, 2006, 11:48: toneloc... "How in the hell do you explain...?" The way I explain upsets is with four words: "on any given day..."
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platano says on Jun 10, 2006, 13:29: Half time report... Platano is rolling on the floor... in agony! Looks very difficult for CIV to pull this one out.
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vladimiro says on Jun 10, 2006, 14:28: world cup I think England has a good chance to win this year. I hope injured Iran can overcome Mexico tommorrow and atleast make it to the second round. I like the games with political overtones like when US got kicked out of world cup by Iran as shown below :)
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el norteño (☼Travelguide writer) says on Jun 10, 2006, 15:18: England Very unconvincing display by England.
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fugdis says on Jun 10, 2006, 16:04: tactics England werent that bad first half and fell apart in the second half.
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 11, 2006, 07:47: Vladimiro Are you serious? Iran, overcome Mexcio. Are you dreaming? I'll take that bet. Besides, I'm slightly curious. Why do you single that match out? Why do you wish to seem Iran beat Mexico? I am still willing to bet you or anyone else for that matter that Mexico will beat Iran,,,,and soundly. Mexico is clearly a much better team-hands down. On the other hand, as we have seen before, on any given day, anything can happen.
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 11, 2006, 09:06: The climate...was a factor for England The temperature in Frankfort was close to 90 degrees. It was very hot for play of this type. Supposedly, the entire English team drank 70 litres of water and on the average, each player lost about 5 pounds. They were nearly exhausted. That might explain things.
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platano says on Jun 11, 2006, 09:16: Normally I'd agree with G5... Mexico hands down... even more so given Iran's injury list... but Mexico could foul their way to defeat with sloppy play.... on any given day...
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 11, 2006, 09:34: 30 minute mark....Mexico 1 Iran 0 Hey Platano.....I appreciate the fact that you "normally agree with me".
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platano says on Jun 11, 2006, 09:39: G5, when it comes to football, salsa, law, and politics... You just know more... so it is safe to agree with you.
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 11, 2006, 09:41: Thanks my man.....but I'm near tears Sanchez could not do anything about that goal. That corner kick just had the smell of Goal. I felt it, the commentators felt it and so did every fan of Mexico from here to Chiapas.
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Miguel says on Jun 11, 2006, 09:53: Oye Quiero saber..despues de un GOL mexicano, sus aficionados toman un trago de tequila...pero digame, ¿que pasa despues de un GOL iraní? "There is nothing lower than the human race...except for the French." - Mark Twain 1878-79 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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vladimiro says on Jun 11, 2006, 09:55: Iran vs Mexico Iran ties it up 1-1. Mexico is better but Iran often miraculously beats opponents that are much better than them. I'll be happy with a draw and Iran making it to the second round. I like Iran because I'm half Iranian, lived thier when I was a kid, and grew up in an Iranian family.
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platano says on Jun 11, 2006, 10:14: Miguel, Traditionally Iranians drink cold water with their meals. Maybe after a gol it's water?
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Miguel says on Jun 11, 2006, 10:19: Green banana Thanks for the cultural update. You think the farc boys and girls are taking the day off and watching la copa mundial? "There is nothing lower than the human race...except for the French." - Mark Twain 1878-79 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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platano says on Jun 11, 2006, 10:21: G5 asked that this thread be free of politics so I respectfully decline to take the bait. :)
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webmanco says on Jun 11, 2006, 10:42: En hora buena!! No hay extremo cierto o verdadero, porque los extremos opacan, enruedan, (lavan cerebros) verdades. Yotas 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 11, 2006, 10:44: MEXICO 3- Iran-1 I know people here hate it when the G5 is right.....But, I'm right again. What did I write above??? I'll remind you:
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Miguel says on Jun 11, 2006, 11:10: Platano I was not baiting you but actually wondering if the guerillas ( and the paracos) are taking the day off to watch fútbol. I hope so. "There is nothing lower than the human race...except for the French." - Mark Twain 1878-79 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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platano says on Jun 11, 2006, 11:16: OK, Miguel... but why ask me? I know nothing... Today I am not interested in what any of the armed actors are doing.
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johna says on Jun 11, 2006, 11:58: Ok Portugal vs. Angola on next.... ...this should be interesting. The old colony taking on the colonizer, alot of emotion there probably. I know next to nothing about the Angolan team, but it is always fun to watch the newcomers.
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johna says on Jun 11, 2006, 13:05: Platano please tell me you were joking "G5, when it comes to football, salsa, law, and politics...
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 11, 2006, 13:43: OK, Johna and others, I thought I made it clear.. In the begining....I asked no politics....no personal insults. It applies to all. Myself included. If someone wants to complement someone, myself, johna, or whoever, than fine. But but leave the insults and negative comments OFF THIS THREAD--- PLEASE. Is that asking too much?
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platano says on Jun 11, 2006, 13:50: johna, I stand by my words praising G5. But out of respect for the request in the OP I'm not going to say more, except to say I respect G5 and wish him the best.
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 11, 2006, 14:01: Thanks again Platano 2 points.
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Simon says on Jun 11, 2006, 14:56: Mexico's win was in part due to their NATURALIZED players, the BRASILIAN Zinha and the ARGENTINE Franco. That doesn't surprise me at all. "Just an honest, decent Colombian trying to do the right thing."--Simon 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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utopiacowboy says on Jun 11, 2006, 15:59: You need to do more research, Simon, because if you're wielding that brush you're going to get paint everywhere: Disclaimer: any comment I make is inane and is not to be taken seriously, and is so patently ridiculous that no one should take it seriously, even as an insult. 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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johna says on Jun 11, 2006, 16:16: Gozeman maybe I was a little hard on you but I was truly shocked by Platano's comment. I was simply inquiring whether or not it was sarcasm. And if you will think back you will remember that it was not me who started the insults. So if you dish it out be ready to get it back. Don't be so sensitive.
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fugdis says on Jun 11, 2006, 16:48: taco ooooppsss,i think the taco comment is gonna keep coming back to haunt you G5
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Colombiche says on Jun 11, 2006, 18:37: futbol I'm rooting for Costa Rica (eventhough they probably won't go too far). No me den trago extranjero, que es caro y no sabe a bueno.... (Rafael Godoy) 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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utopiacowboy says on Jun 11, 2006, 18:56: You sound like my wife, Colombiche. She roots for the South American teams. I told her, what do you care if those malcriados Argentines win? She just grinned and said she was from South America and so were they and that was enough. Disclaimer: any comment I make is inane and is not to be taken seriously, and is so patently ridiculous that no one should take it seriously, even as an insult. 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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Colombiche says on Jun 11, 2006, 19:12: Noooooooo!!!!!! Not Argentina, no, my southamericanism doesn't go that far!!! No me den trago extranjero, que es caro y no sabe a bueno.... (Rafael Godoy) 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 11, 2006, 19:39: God.....can't disappear for even couple of hours Funny. I love this site. I'm a Mexico lover (aka GomeXman5) and I'm a Mexico hater (taco comment). I guess that only proves, I'm Fair and Balanced.
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kernow62 says on Jun 11, 2006, 20:17: Gringo wrote "I thought your team was 'the Corns'."
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el norteño (☼Travelguide writer) says on Jun 11, 2006, 20:21: mañana What? No love for los Estados Unidos?
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kernow62 says on Jun 11, 2006, 20:31: Actually since the odds makers are favouring the US to win it wouldn't be an upset. The odds makers are always a better judge of teams than FIFA rankings.
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Simon says on Jun 11, 2006, 20:36: "If the US wins, who is going to care? I can assure you, on the local news here in Chicago. If the Cubs win or lose, they will be covered first. If the White Sox win or lose, they will be next story. Then, the NBA playoffs. Then something about the Bears mini camp. And in the last 15 seconds, the fact that the US World Cup won a game will get a mere mention. Get the point? Nobody in this country care ab out the US soccer team, so I figure, why not give it to a country that really appreciates this match? In Mexico today, everything stopped, woke up early for a sunday, or whatever, to watch their beloved Mexico play." "Just an honest, decent Colombian trying to do the right thing."--Simon 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 11, 2006, 21:06: See Simon....we can agree on things Yea....that's about it. Look, in the morning, I'll go to work. I have my 5 inch B&W TV that I pop on my desk to watch the game. It's my World Cup TV because I only use it non stop every 4 years. Then, it's back to the cabinet. Anyway, I'll walk in the office, and everybody is going to be talking about the highlights of the Cubs and Sox (mostly Cubs). The US will be playing in only a couple of hours,yet nobody, I mean nobody will give a damn. In fact, the closest person that I can find that will be interested in the game, is a Mexican secretary who works down the hall but just so happens to want to see the US win as well as Mexico.
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kernow62 says on Jun 12, 2006, 04:35: In the Sunday paper here in Orlando World Cup was buried towards the back of the sports section. Nuff said.
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johna says on Jun 12, 2006, 07:29: West coast. I think soccer is getting bigger here on the west coast of the USA. I grew up in Oregon and my dad was a huge soccer fan so I am a little biased, but I played in HS and our team had a lot of support, ie people were interested. We also have a minor league team the Timberwolves who are very popular. Then I moved down to the California and saw that soccer was popular in this area too.
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 12, 2006, 08:58: Johna.....& Kernow Miracles, that we're in agreement? Not at all. We may disagree a lot, but we always disagree in the same subject are. There are so many things to talk about, and so many people to share ideas with, that I feel confident that we could be "on the same page" in many areas. And, it looks like this is one of them. As long as when everyone logs in here and at the same time everyone says to themselves that today is a new day, then I feel confident that there are other areas that we can find a common ground. And, I tend to be a little privy to Fox News, which is one area that I know is not to well liked here.
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Miguel says on Jun 12, 2006, 09:10: Ok First of all to my buddy Pedro in Perth, congratulations!!! Soccer in my hometown of St. Louis, Missouri, is, has been, and probably always will be very popular. Do a Google search and read about our soccer heritage. Tengo que irme...CZE 1 USA 0 "There is nothing lower than the human race...except for the French." - Mark Twain 1878-79 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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johna says on Jun 12, 2006, 09:24: Paz a ti tambien G5. lets hope the US gets one soon.
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kat1 (Moderator) (Trustee board) (☼Travelguide writer) says on Jun 12, 2006, 13:57: Uhmmm that cup smell Italy
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kernow62 says on Jun 12, 2006, 16:16: Ouch, I know England played poorly too, but a win is a win. The US didn't have the luxury of a win when playing poorly. They couldn't keep control like Holland does as they had predicted, and worse they couldn't penetrate the defense which is the Czech teams only slightly weak point. Italy has a great defense.
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utopiacowboy says on Jun 12, 2006, 16:18: The US is playing in the World Cup? Who let that happen? Disclaimer: any comment I make is inane and is not to be taken seriously, and is so patently ridiculous that no one should take it seriously, even as an insult. 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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platano says on Jun 12, 2006, 16:58: UTC, They let them in and even let them be host in 1994 in Los Angeles, when the United States defeated Colombia in the World Cup, by a score of 2-1.
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billyb says on Jun 12, 2006, 18:06: Johna, the San Jose... Earthquakes just recently moved to Houston. they were going to be renamed "the 1836", which besides sounding stupid, was in celebration of the battle at the Alamo. The new ownwers finaly came to their senses and realised that it wasn't to smart to offend the mexican fan base. "All I want to know is where I'm going to die, so I never go there" Unkown (at least to me) wise man. 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 12, 2006, 18:18: As far as the US is concerned They are a bunch of Guevones
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platano says on Jun 12, 2006, 21:39: I'm still waiting for it to come true that it's possible that... ON ANY GIVEN DAY, Croatia could defeat Brazil... like maybe tomorrow? Anybody want to take the odds? I got this feeling tomorrow could be Croatia's day. 1-0 Croatia.
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 13, 2006, 10:29: Platano..... Suffice to say, I would love to see Croatia beat Brazil. An early departure by Brazil would be the upset of all upsets.
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Miguel says on Jun 13, 2006, 10:38: Croatia beating Brazil, G5? Since you are a Cubs fan, I understand that mentality, and respect it, but it ain't gonna happen. HOWEVER, if it does, I will go on record to cover your first night's expenses in your friend's wiskeria en Bogotá. Day two through ¿ día? you are on your own! "There is nothing lower than the human race...except for the French." - Mark Twain 1878-79 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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johna says on Jun 13, 2006, 10:52: Billyb I had heard about them moving but didn't realize it happened already. That is a stupid name, and by the way didn't the texans get thumped at the Alamo. They should forget the Alamo, not remember it. What is the new name going to be?
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utopiacowboy says on Jun 13, 2006, 11:33: The US team deserves an early exit not that anyone cares. Disclaimer: any comment I make is inane and is not to be taken seriously, and is so patently ridiculous that no one should take it seriously, even as an insult. 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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platano says on Jun 13, 2006, 14:22: Re: Croatia-Brazil match... Well... I got the 1-0 right! LOL!
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el norteño (☼Travelguide writer) says on Jun 13, 2006, 18:06: Embarassment The US coughed up a goal in the 5th minute, and basically that ended the tournament for the US. Germany 06 lasted 5 minutes for US soccer fans.
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utopiacowboy says on Jun 13, 2006, 19:26: US soccer fans? I think the 5 of them chartered a Cessna to fly over there. Disclaimer: any comment I make is inane and is not to be taken seriously, and is so patently ridiculous that no one should take it seriously, even as an insult. 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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kernow62 says on Jun 13, 2006, 20:11: No Utopia, they are Americans, they used a self-powered hot air balloon. ;-)
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kernow62 says on Jun 14, 2006, 10:10: I thought they were fighters, not quitters. They aren't out of it yet, but are already resigned to leaving.
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Dolfi says on Jun 15, 2006, 01:00: Diego Maradona was cited in the german press this morning saying that Spain has the strongest team in this worldcup.
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Miguel says on Jun 15, 2006, 02:26: Those Spaniards! Indeed, very impressive; in particular the passing. "There is nothing lower than the human race...except for the French." - Mark Twain 1878-79 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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kernow62 says on Jun 15, 2006, 05:02: Barca were helped by an early sending off of Arsenal's goalie (also Germany's goalie). I think Arsenal may have just pipped them in that game.
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platano says on Jun 15, 2006, 05:49: Yes, Spain looks good... better than Brazil's pathetic... one goal at the 44 minute mark against Croatia... Spain would make Brazil look like a school yard pick up team....
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 15, 2006, 07:27: Gringodiego No Ukrnania is not that bad...not at all. When the other team takes the heart out of you and you lose the desire to fight, the momentum goes substantially to the winning team. Soccer is not like other sports. If you are down by 2 goals in the second half in World Cup competition, your chances of coming back are next to nothing. It's not like in baseball when you are down by a run in the bottom of the ninth, and you can easily come back to tie and win.
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 15, 2006, 07:35: By the way.....Germany...Ecuador The second half of yesterday's Germany / Poland match was so heavily dominated by Germany. Germany's offense tied up Poland in knots. Most of Poland could hardly take control of the ball.
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 15, 2006, 07:58: Ecuador....best record at this moment That is right, you read it. As of this moment, Ecuador has the best stats in the Cup competition. 2 wins combined with 5 goals and no goals against them, puts them at the top.
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webmanco says on Jun 15, 2006, 08:04: Óscar Julián Ruiz fue desig El Tiempo No hay extremo cierto o verdadero, porque los extremos opacan, enruedan, (lavan cerebros) verdades. Yotas 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 15, 2006, 09:10: Well, at least Colombia is represented A ref is better than nothing.
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utopiacowboy says on Jun 15, 2006, 11:26: You're right, G'man. We like to see a lot of scoring - the national motto should be "The best defense is a good offense." I played high school and club soccer for many years as well as coaching kids teams but I just can't watch soccer. Disclaimer: any comment I make is inane and is not to be taken seriously, and is so patently ridiculous that no one should take it seriously, even as an insult. 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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el norteño (☼Travelguide writer) says on Jun 15, 2006, 16:50: Opposite I'm a rarity. I never played it, but I enjoy watching it.
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el norteño (☼Travelguide writer) says on Jun 15, 2006, 16:50: Opposite I'm a rarity. I never played it, but I enjoy watching it.
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el norteño (☼Travelguide writer) says on Jun 15, 2006, 16:50: Opposite I'm a rarity. I never played it, but I enjoy watching it.
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Simon says on Jun 15, 2006, 17:12: "A ref is better than nothing." "Just an honest, decent Colombian trying to do the right thing."--Simon 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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kernow62 says on Jun 15, 2006, 20:46: G5 yes Ecuador is looking good in the group stages, but the really great teams do their best after the group stages. Sometimes it pays to come out of the group not in first place.
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 15, 2006, 20:48: Simon....you are %100 correct I forgot that she will be staring in the World Cup Final
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 16, 2006, 08:28: Three times....and I could not log in....and why? Because I was logging in as GomeXman instead of Gomezman. You all are giving me an idenity crisis.
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kernow62 says on Jun 16, 2006, 08:47: That is Argentina's second win. They are now the number 1 team in the World Cup.
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 16, 2006, 22:23: Yes sir...Mexico played lousy...but look, when you lose players like Borgetti, and Fonseca, your 2 most powerfull strikers, and 2 of the best in the game, you are not going to win. Borgetti has been hurt, Fonseca got hurt the other day and he was thrown in the game even though he was injured. This team revolved around
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 17, 2006, 08:13: Portugal 2 Iran 0
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 17, 2006, 13:14: Some of the worst officiating I have ever seen Does anyone want to be me that the ref for the US Italy game is going to get blacklisted? What an idiot. I realize that they do not have the benefit of instant replay, but some of the calls he is making are beyond acceptable.
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Colombiche says on Jun 17, 2006, 13:24: What's wrong with the referee????????? How can he get away with what he is doing??????? Somebody stop that man!!!!!!! No me den trago extranjero, que es caro y no sabe a bueno.... (Rafael Godoy) 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 17, 2006, 13:33: Did not say that....... I knew someone would come up with a remark like that. Colombiche, I have been watch this game all my life. I either been to or watched well over a thousand. That gives me a little knowledge doesn't it?
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vladimiro says on Jun 17, 2006, 13:58: usa vs italy Americans should be grateful that Italy scored against itslef! That was an extremely lucky break. But from the announcers on ABC you get the impression that the US scored the goal:) Do you guys watch the American broadcasters or the Spanish? I had to change the channel from ABC to Univision the American broadcasters are so unsportman-like.
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Colombiche says on Jun 17, 2006, 14:04: I don't care what you said Gomezman I said what I said, the fact that you have watched a zillion games doesn't change my opinion. No me den trago extranjero, que es caro y no sabe a bueno.... (Rafael Godoy) 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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Colombiche says on Jun 17, 2006, 14:14: He he he Gringodiego See you guys, I am heading out to little Italy, I am going to wave the US flag around. No me den trago extranjero, que es caro y no sabe a bueno.... (Rafael Godoy) 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 17, 2006, 14:36: Oh Sure Vladimiro ABC is so biased....sure they are. And I guess you fell asleep or never heard Univision when a Latin American team, especially Mexico is playing against any other team. No bias there is there?
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utopiacowboy says on Jun 17, 2006, 15:46: What's with the Italians and being offside? Some of them weren't even close. Come on guys. I thought the first red card was deserved but the rest of it was nonsense. Disclaimer: any comment I make is inane and is not to be taken seriously, and is so patently ridiculous that no one should take it seriously, even as an insult. 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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kernow62 says on Jun 17, 2006, 16:24: Utopia you are correct. The first red card was deserved, the second should have been a yellow. However the fullback with the African name on the US team should have received about 5 yellow cards. He was hanging all over anyone he was marking. Italy were onside on several of those runs and had they been called properly likely would have scored on at least one of those runs.
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utopiacowboy says on Jun 17, 2006, 16:52: I thought that US guy deserved a yellow but a red at that point was too extreme. Give him a red later if he doesn't shape up. I agree that some of the offside calls were debatable but a lot of them were not. Italy was ridiculously offside a few times. Disclaimer: any comment I make is inane and is not to be taken seriously, and is so patently ridiculous that no one should take it seriously, even as an insult. 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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vladimiro says on Jun 17, 2006, 17:53: The technique was to foul the higher skilled Italians as soon as they crossed into the US half. Pope was yellow carded and faouled atleast 10 more times before red carded. He was not going to stop unless kicked out.
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 17, 2006, 18:10: The first Red was an obvious one. It fell squarely within any set of rules because of the fact it appeared intentional and blood was drawn. But I agree with Kernow, as to the other two. The thing that makes these calls especially bad is that this is WC competition. You want to keep every focused, but a ref should think long and hard before he makes a fundimental change to a team that worked so hard to be where they are. In fact, in all my years, except when there was fight, I cannot remember the last time I saw 3 reds, even in friendly games where nothing was on the line.
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kernow62 says on Jun 17, 2006, 21:13: I wasn't being hard on both team, both teams played far below the level they should be playing at. The obstruction call was a good one, it is rare granted, but it was the proper call. I wouldn't like it if it was my team, but there you go.
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 17, 2006, 21:44: Kernow You may have a point about the hands. Maybe it has something to do with the fact that in Europe, the only game in town is soccer, but here in the US, when a young kid has the inclination to be a pro athelete, he invariably samples the sports around him, all of which require the able use of his hands. That said, once he finally settles on soccer, he has to learn to leave the hand out of the picture. Keep in mind however that several of the US soccer players play in the European leagues. A few I believe play in England so they may use the hand too much, but Europe still likes them.
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juancegomez says on Jun 17, 2006, 22:11: I didn't expect the US to play rather well today... ...because I expected much more out of Italy, truth be told...but the fouls, cards and general animosity pretty much ruined the game itself.
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kernow62 says on Jun 18, 2006, 05:10: G5 most of the American players in the UK play for lower teams, or play a position that using the hands is important. ;-) Those on the main teams are often the second string to use an Americanism. Now Manchester United's young study Rossi is from New Jersey, although he is Italian. He will make a fine player. Too bad he doesn't want to play for the US.
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 18, 2006, 20:48: Good Point Gringodiego I think this is the best post you have made on this thread Gringo. All your "Considerings" says a lot. All these people who never can give the US credit for anything, would rather say that Italy played poorly than give the US credit for anything. Isn't it possible that the US happened to put on a fairly effective defense to the exent tha it complicated Italy's offensive drive. Italy, did not move the ball as well as they are know for. On the other hand, I still don't think that Italy has been able to replace the likes of the great striker, Christian Vieri.
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vladimiro says on Jun 18, 2006, 22:18: The US played surprisingly well though they still have not scored a single goal, and I think they may leave the cup without scoring a single goal.
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el norteño (☼Travelguide writer) says on Jun 19, 2006, 17:53: Kernow Reyna , when healthy, starts for Man City.
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 19, 2006, 20:42: El Norteno.......how right you are!! I agree. There are people that would rather see the game of soccer die before the the US becomes World Cup Champs. These people are so silly. What they can't seem to explain is how the US has come this far so fast. The US only qualified in 94 because it was the host country. since then, the US has been a very powerfull team to be respected. It has beaten the best of the best in competition and friendly matches. FIFA ranks them very high, including, uhhhhh (GOD forgive me for saying this) higher than Colombia. So they have come a long way in the development of their soccer program, and logic and common sense dictates that their day to win the Cup will come sooner than later.
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Simon says on Jun 19, 2006, 21:05: Yeah well, and one day Colombia will also win the cup. "Just an honest, decent Colombian trying to do the right thing."--Simon 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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vladimiro says on Jun 19, 2006, 21:23: Slogans on the team buses The winning slogans:
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 19, 2006, 22:21: Simon.....honestly I would love to see Colombia win the Cup. In all honesty, at this point, I would rather see Colombia win the Cup before the US. Soccer is more of a national sport in Colombia than here in the US. If Colombia would win, the country would go......nuts and then some. Here in the states, with the Cubs 15 games out of first, clearly out of the penant race, they still would get more coverage than the the US would if they were to win the Cup.
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Simon says on Jun 19, 2006, 23:01: OK, Gomez you're alright. I'm sorry if I was a bit hard on you in that other thread. Just be nice. "Just an honest, decent Colombian trying to do the right thing."--Simon 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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gringolondinense says on Jun 20, 2006, 04:47: England play tonight... gonna kick ass!
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el norteño (☼Travelguide writer) says on Jun 20, 2006, 09:24: Colombia winning the Cup? It could happen. In fact they had a team with enough talent to win it in 94. That was a fantastic team.
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 20, 2006, 09:56: Thanks Simon We're OK. You know I have my way. I love Colombia, I'm just hard on her sometimes. But, I am hard on myself and the US as well. One thing I will say and I think you will agree with me about this and that is that Colombia has the worlds most beautiful, sexy, and sensual women. And I will believe that until the day I die.
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Simon says on Jun 20, 2006, 10:09: Yeah, too bad that '94 team did not live up to its potential. "Just an honest, decent Colombian trying to do the right thing."--Simon 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 20, 2006, 11:46: Ok fine 94....but enough of 94 Look, we need to stop living in the past. In fact, I will go a step further, we need to look at 98. Why 98? Because 98 was the year that it was obvious that certain player should have never been on that team. Valderrama, Asprilla, and Rincon ???--come on, these guy were old. The problem that in Colombia is the same problem that has plaqued other Latin American teams. Instead of picking the best players, politics governed the selection proccess. In the case of Colombia, during the 80's and early 90s (especially 94)it was commonly believed that the mafiosos had a "say" in who represented was on Team Colombia. Let's look at Brazil. Why are they so great? And why have they consistently been a competitor? Because they start their players young and they pick their national teams based on performance and not politics.
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kernow62 says on Jun 20, 2006, 12:33: Gomez wrote that because Ecuador and Germany are already through to the next round a win didn't matter.
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 20, 2006, 13:57: Kernow....I agree with you I momentarily lost site of the fact that where you finish determines which team you will play in the second round. Good Point
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kernow62 says on Jun 20, 2006, 18:22: I am disappointed, but the result was not a loss, so what can you say. I think England won the first half and Sweden the second half. England stopped attacking after each goal and that is not the way to play English football.
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kernow62 says on Jun 20, 2006, 19:18: Just for the record, it is a remarkable achievment for any American player to play in Europe whether a top team or not, especially those like Howard who were raised in the US. Imagine playing for a few thousand dollars a season in the MLS then being paid millions and playing for the most famous football team in the world Manchester United. You don't get on the team unless you are good, and it is only the fact that Van der Saar is a better goalie that keeps him from playing.
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 20, 2006, 19:50: Kernow... Real Madrid, and River Plate will give Manchester United a run for their money in terms of famous teams. Don't you think? The Chivas de Guadalajara or very famous too. They don't pay very well (Chivas) but they known world wide mainly for the requirement of having to be a Mexican to play for the team. If you are not Mexican, (natural born)you can play for the Chivas. None of this foreign born, fast track to citizenship stuff to play for the Chivas.
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kernow62 says on Jun 20, 2006, 20:37: Of course Real Madrid, they are right up there with number of supporters worldwide with Man United, the other two are not in the same league. River Plate is a great team, but worldwide support pales in comparison to Real Madrid and Manchester United.
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 20, 2006, 22:17: A Yank purchased which team? Really? Which team Kernow? And how did/do the locals feel about a yankee owning the team?
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freddie says on Jun 21, 2006, 02:41: wm2006 das war schon ganz gut. Bitter ist die Geduld, aber ihre Frucht ist süss 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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kernow62 says on Jun 21, 2006, 04:23: Manchester United was purchased by an American family, the supporters don't like it since he doesn't spend as much as the Russian who purchased Chelsea. The opposing team's supporters often chant USA, USA, USA now at Man United matches which doesn't help matters. Chelsea is now called Chelski.
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el norteño (☼Travelguide writer) says on Jun 21, 2006, 18:08: mañana Amazingly, the US still has something to play for tomorrow.
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vladimiro says on Jun 21, 2006, 19:47: Mexico vs. Portugal " This match will determine once and for all which nation is the greatest on earth: Mexico or Portugal! "
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Simon says on Jun 21, 2006, 20:27: "Imagine playing for a few thousand dollars a season in the MLS then being paid millions and playing for the most famous football team in the world Manchester United." "Just an honest, decent Colombian trying to do the right thing."--Simon 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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webmanco says on Jun 22, 2006, 09:41: Maradona vs Ronaldinho No hay extremo cierto o verdadero, porque los extremos opacan, enruedan, (lavan cerebros) verdades. Yotas 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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Albatross says on Jun 22, 2006, 11:52: R.I.P. United States How the hell did we lose to Ghana “Democracy - a pathetic belief in the collective wisdom of individual ignorance." - H.L. Mencken 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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kernow62 says on Jun 22, 2006, 13:10: That wasn't really a penalty, but Ghana looked the better team. In fact they have looked good in all their matches. Just goes to show you that FIFA ranking the USA so highly is a joke when it all comes down to it.
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fugdis says on Jun 22, 2006, 15:43: USA you was robbed That was no penalty! Never mind,there are worse things than not winning the world cup....like....er...choking on a taco...
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kat1 (Moderator) (Trustee board) (☼Travelguide writer) says on Jun 22, 2006, 15:53: I know fugdis, not finding nothing to wear on a BBQ
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fugdis says on Jun 22, 2006, 16:01: BBQ kat if its a bbq here then make sure your wearing a coat,hat,gloves and have your umbrella ready.I`ve put the heating on today its so bloody cold.
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kernow62 says on Jun 22, 2006, 16:05: I would say, Spain before Italy. Germany cannot be counted out, home advantage means a lot. Brazil can never be counted out, although they aren't looking great. It would be nice to see Brazil and Ghana, it would be an open entertaining match.
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fugdis says on Jun 22, 2006, 16:10: kernow Whats a cornishman doing supporting man u?
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kernow62 says on Jun 22, 2006, 20:00: Fugdis; my dad is from Cheshire, which is where I was actually born. Yes, I admit it, I am a halfbreed, half Cornish and half English, there I bloody said it are you happy now. G5, this is the guy we really wanted to buy the team. Shite Mancunian accent.
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kernow62 says on Jun 22, 2006, 20:02: PS: We don't have any football teams in Cornwall, and I aren't going to support Argyle.
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 22, 2006, 21:29: Kernow.... I agree with you that Ghana played very well in all three games. Ghana did soundly beat the Czechs too. The Czechs by most peoples thinking is a very good team and in the qualifying games, they earned their right to go to the cup hands down. Just check out their record in the prelims. You may not like FIFAs rating, but the win loss record is not subject to debate.
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kernow62 says on Jun 23, 2006, 10:30: Sure I can G5, FIFA is even changing the rankings. CONCACAF teams by virtue of playing more matches that are weighted will earn more points than a European team. That combined with the level of competition in CONCACAF will mean those teams are ranked higher. A more realistic ranking would be the EVO ranking.
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kernow62 says on Jun 23, 2006, 10:48: That's silly wanting to fire Arena, but that is what they do in sports.
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kernow62 says on Jun 23, 2006, 10:50: By the way G5 I think Chelsea will be playing a match against the MLS All Stars in Chi-town. Don't miss it, it should be fun.
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 23, 2006, 16:03: How true how true, Kernow "I think this perhaps made them overconfident. Although against the Czech Republic they just didn't look interested, perhaps resigning themselves to easy wins against lower ranked teams in the group."
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el norteño (☼Travelguide writer) says on Jun 23, 2006, 19:02: Time to chime in Even with all the gaffes. The poor coaching. The underachieving players. The overly defensive strategy. The round of 16 was there for the taking for the US. Ghana showed me nothing. They were nervous and tentative. Gifted two goals, they were able to hold on against a team playing ONE forward. Bruce Arena scuppered our chances with a 4-5-1 formation each game. A formation we haven't fielded until this tournament.
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platano says on Jun 24, 2006, 07:37: In support of the lovely Desi... I'll be cheering for Sweden today! (I'm hoping for an exciting shoot out!)
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kernow62 says on Jun 24, 2006, 07:46: I am cheering for Sweden too, but I think England would rather face Germany if England gets past Ecuador, than face Sweden again.
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Miguel says on Jun 24, 2006, 08:21: Mods... Can you please make this thread sticky until the World Cup is completed? "There is nothing lower than the human race...except for the French." - Mark Twain 1878-79 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 24, 2006, 13:33: Kernow You did not cheer for Sweeden hard enough. But, as I have been saying since the earlest post on this thread that I started. Germany...Germany...Germany. Are you guys listening to the G5?
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kernow62 says on Jun 24, 2006, 15:10: Gomez you are not telling anyone anything new. Of course Germany has an advantage, that isn't a revelation. It also was a great advantage playing a man up, but by that time the damage had been done. The referees are still ruining this World Cup, there is no way the Swede should have received two yellow cards.
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vladimiro says on Jun 24, 2006, 15:50: "Who managed to play, and in fact beat every South American team, and go all the way to the final game against Colombia? Try Mexico."
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 24, 2006, 16:10: hold on now......Kernow and Vladimiro Kernow....a few posts ago you said that they should now be ranked as high as FIFA ranks them. Now you are putting them at tenth. Hey, FIFA only put them a few spots higher. I'll say this, when you consider how many teams are ranked. What difference does it really make if you are ranked 6th or 10th. Nothing I would say. Either ranking is a far cry from a majority of the South American teams that don't even come close....including Colombia, which last time I checked, ranked in the high 30s..like 38 or so. The only teams in South America that rival Mexico are Argentina, Brazil, and Ecuado and ....consequently, they are all still alive in the WC competition. That said, I think the WC in the end really is fairly representative of how good the teams are.
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 24, 2006, 16:59: Toneloc...your confusing something You are confusing FIFA rankings with the Word Cup competition. Hey after all is said and done, the rankings are fairly representative in the World Cup. You are asking one organizaiton that oversees the ENTIRE WORLD, to be perfectly accurate as to who makes the final games in WC competition. Don't you think you are asking a bit too much? Have you watched baseball, football, and basketbal in the US? Does the best teams always make the final cut? With the exception of George Steinbrenner's Yankees, how many times have the best teams gotten knocked out early in post season competition. It's called an upset. Upsets happen all the time. I don't think you have been watching the competition. Both the Czechs and Mexico have had key players injured. Today Mexico played with a full squad for the first time since they arrived in Germany. They were missing one of the best striker in the world...Jared borgetti. So Mexico #4 got beat by Argentina # 9. They did not get beat by a 25 or 40th ranked team. Are you suggesting that the final games should be played only be the top ranked teams?
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kernow62 says on Jun 24, 2006, 17:11: Here's what Jurgen Klinsmann thinks of FIFA rankings.
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platano says on Jun 24, 2006, 18:31: The predictions of a green banana... Ecuador is going to beat England. Remember Ecuador has a Colombian coach.
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 24, 2006, 19:37: Please Kernow Think about this:
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Simon says on Jun 24, 2006, 21:43: GRACIAS ARGENTINA!!! Thank God that Argentina knocked out those pompous, overrated mexicans! If you watch the spanish channels' coverage of Mexico, you'd think they were talking about some great team that has won many World Cups (like Brasil). I'm glad that they can stop trying to shove their mexican team down all our throats. "Just an honest, decent Colombian trying to do the right thing."--Simon 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 25, 2006, 00:38: GringoD Shot at Kernow? hardly. Not true at all. I am curious about this entire concept of hooliganism in the first place....and by the way, so are a lot of Americans. At least in this country, to the extent that people go nuts and do damage, first of all, it's not to other people, it's to property, however at least they wait until an actual championship is won. England has not won anything of substance yet, so explain to me, why do they engage in this kind of crap? I know Kernow does not support it. But he can explain it to me better than anyone else I know (on this site or otherwise).
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Desideria (Moderator) (Trustee board) says on Jun 25, 2006, 01:56: thank you plátano, kernow for your support. It was a sad day for Swedish football but hardly a surprise. Dame Fortune was not smiling upon us when she threw the home team on our way at the knock-out phase. A fronte praecipitium a tergo lupi 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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kernow62 says on Jun 25, 2006, 04:06: G5 I am lost by your argument. In past posts you have gloated that Mexico and the USA were ranked highly by FIFA. In the same posts and this post I have said that FIFA rankings are a joke and not an indication of which team is the best. Now you seem to agree with me.
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 25, 2006, 08:52: Kernow...I'll try to clarify a bit I do agree with you in part. But I disagree in part. This is one of those things that is easier talked about than debated on a thread. You have told me over and over again that the FIFA ratings were unreliable. I have, and continued to disagree. I believe they are very reliable, but who finished in the last rounds of 16 or 8, does not neceesarily always correlate with who are the very best teams according to FIFA"s ratings. Nor should it be that way. You even can have the situation where a lower ranked team beats a higher one as in the case of Arg and Mex. Ah..this arguement is silly. I think we both agree a little with what each other is saying. No problem
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kernow62 says on Jun 25, 2006, 08:59: By the way you are leaving the earth before me. ;-)
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Miguel says on Jun 25, 2006, 11:22: Ecuador/England Good match, although being a "sí se puede" believer, I was disappointed with the result; yet Beckham is a money player and proved that again today. "There is nothing lower than the human race...except for the French." - Mark Twain 1878-79 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 25, 2006, 11:48: OK....sorry GringoD for misunderstanding your intentions Sometimes the impersonal nature of the internet can cause one to misunderstand someone elses humor. I just thought you were ragging on me a bit here. Hey, I get it so much here, sometimes it's hard to tell who is kidding me and who is not.
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 25, 2006, 11:53: You are right Miguel !! I could look at Beckham's shot again and again, and cannot help marvel at his skill. That shot, with the spin, and angle that he was able to place on the ball, would have gotten by any goal keeper. He really demonstrated his worth. Also, he showe how contrary to what most Americans may think, soccer is a lot more than than merely kicking a ball in a net.
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Miguel says on Jun 25, 2006, 12:07: G5 That match was very tight and well played, but when Beckham was allowed the chance, I just got that feeling that he was going to "Bend It Like Beckham". Trite but true. "There is nothing lower than the human race...except for the French." - Mark Twain 1878-79 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 25, 2006, 13:01: Miguel Well, the expression may be trite, but so is this one, "If the shoe fits, wear it." And Beckham sure wears, and uses those shoes quite well.
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Miguel says on Jun 25, 2006, 20:13: ABC/Univision commentators On the first day of the World Cup, I was channel surfing between the English and Spanish feeds, but the Spanish pbp guys were so much better that I have stayed with Univision ever since. Portugal and the "tulipantes"...that one looked more like a rugby match! "There is nothing lower than the human race...except for the French." - Mark Twain 1878-79 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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platano says on Jun 26, 2006, 08:09: To whom it may concern.... I am hereby cancelling my membership in the League of Green Banana Soccer Predictors. Every prediction I have made for an upset has bombed. Why were my predictions upsets? Because they went against the FIFA rankings. And, since there were no upsets, that pretty much validates what G5 has been saying about the rankings. My hat's off to you G5. You know your stuff.
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 26, 2006, 08:56: Thanks Platano....but I hate to see you lose at the expense of me being right....especially if there was any $$ involved. Your recognition of my contention is most appreciated. It comes at a cost sometimes however. Everytime one person agrees with what something that I write, a half a dozen people come on here and attack me personally. But that's ok. You're a person that commands a lot of respect around here, so any time you are in my corner, that carries more weight than many others combined.
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Miguel says on Jun 26, 2006, 09:08: 1T ITA AUS Italy missed some great opportunities and that Aussie goalie must be part kangaroo. Pedro en Perth...¿estás? ¡Uff! RED CARD! ¡me voy! "There is nothing lower than the human race...except for the French." - Mark Twain 1878-79 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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platano says on Jun 26, 2006, 09:11: Tu tranquis, G5... no money was involved... what is happening is I'm following my heart and my heart wants Ghana to win. I mean Brazil has already won enough times. I want to see Africa elevated in world standings. Viva Africa!
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 26, 2006, 09:31: Ghana ?? maybe? How about the Aussies? At the 66 minute, the Aussies have certainly been holding their own. Keep in mind that this is Australia's first appearance in 32 years. Also, they were one of the last teams to qualify when they beat Uruguay in a Penalty shoot out last November. It really would be one of the best surprises of the Cup to see Australia advance.
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Miguel says on Jun 26, 2006, 09:52: El Pibe He is still making long bucks for those Miller Lite commercials airing on the Spanish broadcast feeds of "La Copa". Good for him! "There is nothing lower than the human race...except for the French." - Mark Twain 1878-79 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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Miguel says on Jun 26, 2006, 09:55: WOW What about that winning kick for Italy? Zagarise must be shi~~ting his pants! "There is nothing lower than the human race...except for the French." - Mark Twain 1878-79 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 26, 2006, 10:09: I don't know....... I DO NOT think that a penalty kick was warranted. I did not see the infraction as being one that was flagrant and intentional, and thus warranting a Penalty kick.....
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Simon says on Jun 26, 2006, 10:51: AUSTRALIA WAS ROBBED!!!! That was not a penalty!!! Australia was completely robbed by that piece of s# at $ referee!! I knew something like this was going to happen. That's what happens when 'small' teams like Australia and Ecuador play against the 'big' teams and FIFA darlings such as England and Italy. I think that Australia played much better than the italians who looked pretty weak and are in no way a championship caliber team. I really don't know what the italians were celebrating after that match, they know they did not beat Australia. They should feel ashamed for winning in such a cheap way. "Just an honest, decent Colombian trying to do the right thing."--Simon 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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kernow62 says on Jun 26, 2006, 11:05: Simon there were several calls against England thaat shouldn't have led to Ecuador free kicks. They just didn't get the ball in the net.
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 26, 2006, 11:15: I agree with Simon %100 At this point, I don't know what to think regarding the officiating. There certainly seems to be a bias going on here. And it could very well be that FIFA has their darling teams that they have an interest in protecting. If that is the case.....damn. I was really pulling for the Aussies. I do think they could have been a bit more aggressive in the last 10 minutes. It almost seems as if they had a bit of a confidence problem. But in the end, once again, it was bad officiating that had the game stolen from them
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Albatross says on Jun 26, 2006, 11:35: Kernow "I think England can beat Portugal, if Portugal doesn't kick the shit out of them." “Democracy - a pathetic belief in the collective wisdom of individual ignorance." - H.L. Mencken 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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platano says on Jun 27, 2006, 14:38: I resigned the League of Green Banana Soccer Predictors... and just in time!
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 27, 2006, 14:51: Oh well....Bye bye Spain .....Italy, I hope you're next I doubt many here wanted France to beat Spain, but frankly I didn't care much either way. As far as I am concerned, they are both a bunch of arrogant SOB's and I would love nothing more than to see Brazil beat them (France)in the next round. I really don't want to see Brazil win the whole thing, but.....for the purpose of getting France out, I hope they will be victorious.
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Miguel says on Jun 28, 2006, 09:06: jijiji G5 ¡Buen dicho! "As far as I am concerned, they are both a bunch of arrogant SOB's" How about Ronaldo's footwork on that record setting goal? Argentina versus Germany is going to be intense, to say the least! "There is nothing lower than the human race...except for the French." - Mark Twain 1878-79 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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kernow62 says on Jun 28, 2006, 14:18: I am so happy that France beat Spain. I am sorry Henry took a dive to do it, especially as he is not a player who normally dives.
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platano says on Jun 28, 2006, 14:53: OK, so now it looks like the final four will be... Italy, Portugal, Brazil and Argentina according to the discredited League of Green Banana Soccer Predictors.
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 28, 2006, 20:34: Kernow....you and I are in agreement GER over ARG
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platano says on Jun 29, 2006, 07:22: If anyone could do it, it would be G5! Set a record, I mean. Have we set a record with this thread? 267? Is that a record? Congratulations, G5, for starting a "rincor"-free topic, even though my predictions have been horribly off. I have enjoyed everyone's comments on FIFA.
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 29, 2006, 07:45: robi666 and Platano Robi
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platano says on Jun 29, 2006, 08:36: Thanks, G5! My predictions so far have turned out to be "anti-predictions"... I say Cote d'Ivoire will win and they lose. I say Ghana will win and they lose.
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 30, 2006, 07:50: Germany Argentina Germany's 10 goals in just 4 games is most impressive. Oddly enough, Argentina also has 10 goals. Can Germany's Klose be stopped? Argentina's midfielder Riquelme is a reliable play maker that really makes things happen. However, too much concentraion on him, could work to the detrement of the overall defense,and therefore make it easier for people like Crespo to score.
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platano says on Jun 30, 2006, 10:48: League of Green Banana Soccer Predictors fails again! In fact, the predictions seem to be anti-predictions that are almost 100% accurate.
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juancegomez says on Jun 30, 2006, 10:49: Germany won... ...although Argentina played better overall, but not effectively enough to score. The "Argies" apparently can't handle penalty kicks under pressure.
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Miguel says on Jun 30, 2006, 10:51: Great match... Horribe post-match antics. ¡Viva Brasil! "There is nothing lower than the human race...except for the French." - Mark Twain 1878-79 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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Desideria (Moderator) (Trustee board) says on Jun 30, 2006, 10:54: or rather they did have some extremely bad luck when their regular goalkeeper was injured and his place was taken by that relatively untried suppleant. He looked scared all the time even if he was trying to look tough. A fronte praecipitium a tergo lupi 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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Gomezman5 says on Jun 30, 2006, 11:03: In the meantime......I called it. Before the match began, I posted, "Can Klose be stopped?"
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el hijuepu says on Jun 30, 2006, 17:26: Forca Portugal Portugal is the most deserving team. They are playing with the most heart out of all of the teams. Maybe because they are the only team in the quarterfinals who never won a World Cup.. Scolari is the best coach out there!
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platano says on Jun 30, 2006, 21:30: I agree with you el hijuepu... Of the three remaining romance-language teams my support now shifts to Portugal. I would love to see a team win who has never won the World Cup before.
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webmanco says on Jul 1, 2006, 07:39: Street Soccer Tournament in honor of Andres Escobar, Germany No hay extremo cierto o verdadero, porque los extremos opacan, enruedan, (lavan cerebros) verdades. Yotas 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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platano says on Jul 1, 2006, 10:48: GO PORTUGAL! For the first time I can now say what G5 usually says: "I called it!"
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Lauthra (☼Travelguide writer) says on Jul 1, 2006, 10:57: Oh what a terrible match it was for England... they started the whole championship really badly what with Owen injuring himself... and now Rooney being the wanker he is... I hope he's kicking himself for causing them this match, if he'd stay I think the outcome would've been different... Well, Go Portugal now... Nato (='.'=) 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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Desideria (Moderator) (Trustee board) says on Jul 1, 2006, 11:12: Nato, I thought you'd be devastated after this match. I was cheering for Portugal from the start and once for all, I think my siding with a team didn't bring them bad luck. It's good to see great favorites like England go down and a relative underdog like Portugal advance to semifinals, without all that hullabaloo and huge ego stars like Beckham and Rooney. A fronte praecipitium a tergo lupi 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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Lauthra (☼Travelguide writer) says on Jul 1, 2006, 11:41: Hey Desi I actually thought I would root for Portugal before the match started, but with Barry being all patriotic right next to me, it kinda rubbed off on me :P I would love for Portugal to win, they're the only team left that hasn't won a world cup. Nato (='.'=) 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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freddie says on Jul 1, 2006, 12:22: we have jens lehmann si si si, Bitter ist die Geduld, aber ihre Frucht ist süss 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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Gomezman5 says on Jul 1, 2006, 14:09: Platano....About my picks Picks. At this stage of the Cup, they are just that....Picks. The teams are about all of the same quality in all respects. That being said, it all boils down to how well these teams are going to play on that day.
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platano says on Jul 1, 2006, 14:45: G5, at this point I would like the final game to be between.... Italy and Portugal... and I am cheering for Portugal to win their first ever World Cup!
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Gomezman5 says on Jul 1, 2006, 15:09: Platano...Italy over Germany???? I'll take that bet. I'll take Germany. In fact, 3 of the last 4 of my predictions were wrong. But I have picked Germany all along, and I picked Germany to go all the way early on. (Remember my host country advantage diatribe?)
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platano says on Jul 1, 2006, 18:30: G5... all the better! If the final match results from Italy defeating Germany then two of my theories will have worked out: the romance-language team wins over Germany... and Germany loses because of my other theory that "on any given day" any team can win over even established powerhouses (like, for example, Brazil!)
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Gomezman5 says on Jul 1, 2006, 22:23: Platno I'll say this. If I ever did not want to see a team win, or if there ever was a team that does not deserve to win, and if there ever was a team that clearly lucked out, and would be anything but the best team there, it's Italy. So forget the Romance language stuff. And here is why:
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Dolfi says on Jul 3, 2006, 00:40: Italy and Germany met four times in a worldcup, and each time Italy won. But I agree with Gomezman, their team is not that strong this time and Germany has a real chance to beat them.
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kernow62 says on Jul 3, 2006, 04:52: I haven't seen anything in Portugal that makes me think they can beat France. I am thinking a French/German final, but who knows. The ref can make all the difference in the world, and the Brazilian style of play suits the French, will Big Phil play the Brazilian game?
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kernow62 says on Jul 4, 2006, 07:42: Henry is just warming up.
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Gomezman5 says on Jul 4, 2006, 08:05: Kernow Robbi "I haven't seen anything in Portugal that makes me think they can beat France"
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platano says on Jul 4, 2006, 14:30: So, G5, you see that in the end it didn't matter so much about the home team advantage, or the aggressiveness of play, or any of that stuff. Germany lost because they don't speak a romance language! And they lost convincingly 2-0
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kernow62 says on Jul 4, 2006, 14:57: Whilst Germany lost 2-0 it wasn't convincingly. The woodwork saved a few goals that would have finished the match. The Italians played beautiful football but Germany did not disgrace themselves. I am glad it didn't go to penalties, I hate for a teams run to end in penalties.
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Gomezman5 says on Jul 4, 2006, 19:13: Convincingly? I have to agree with Kernow Platano, do you call 2-0 convincingly when it took them until the last minute of the seocnd overtime for Italy to score. Everyone, Spanish, English, and everyone else was prepared for another round of kicks. The second goal was because with only seconds left, they had to pour everything into getting a quick goal to tie. In a do or die moment, there is no room for defense.
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Gomezman5 says on Jul 7, 2006, 11:56: What do you mean Gringodiego The thread is HERE
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Simon says on Jul 7, 2006, 15:32: Hey guys, check out what this article that some american, football-hating asshole reporter wrote: "Just an honest, decent Colombian trying to do the right thing."--Simon 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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utopiacowboy says on Jul 7, 2006, 15:41: Fortunately his opinions are shared by 98% of his fellow North Americans which is why soccer is going no where in the US and Canada. Disclaimer: any comment I make is inane and is not to be taken seriously, and is so patently ridiculous that no one should take it seriously, even as an insult. 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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Simon says on Jul 7, 2006, 16:01: Utopiacowboy, "Just an honest, decent Colombian trying to do the right thing."--Simon 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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utopiacowboy says on Jul 7, 2006, 16:07: I think it's wonderful that Canada and the US do not share the world's obsession with soccer. I like soccer. I played high school and club soccer, coached and referreed but soccer always seems to go hand-in-hand with misplaced nationalism and I think we've got enough of that already. I don't think Americans want to impose their way of thinking on soccer. They just don't care about the game and they never will. Disclaimer: any comment I make is inane and is not to be taken seriously, and is so patently ridiculous that no one should take it seriously, even as an insult. 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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Miguel says on Jul 7, 2006, 16:24: I guess I lucked out St. Louis, Missouri USA has always been known as one of the few hotbeds for soccer in the States, and I live in the original Italian neighborhood here called "The Hill", where even the fire hydrants are painted red, white and green. Yogi Berra and Joe Garagiola grew up here, we have some of the best Italian restaurants in the States, and Sunday is going to be one hell of a day here! Zagarise...¿estás? "There is nothing lower than the human race...except for the French." - Mark Twain 1878-79 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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utopiacowboy says on Jul 7, 2006, 16:26: For your barrio, Miquel, here's hoping that the Italians pull it off. Disclaimer: any comment I make is inane and is not to be taken seriously, and is so patently ridiculous that no one should take it seriously, even as an insult. 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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Miguel says on Jul 7, 2006, 16:41: Oye UC A lot of the "soccer moms" living in my neighborhood look like paisas! Tienes que buscar "The Hill" en Google... "There is nothing lower than the human race...except for the French." - Mark Twain 1878-79 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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Gomezman5 says on Jul 7, 2006, 18:20: Robbi....Simon Robbi
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Simon says on Jul 7, 2006, 18:44: Come on Gomez, that Zidane is one bad-ass player and I would love to see him go out on top! What have you got against France anyway, just cause they refused to kneel before the USA and do their bidding about the Iraq war? Remember, if it wasn't for France's help during the american revolutionary war, there might not be a USA today! And remember, the italians were part of the freaking Axis powers too! "Just an honest, decent Colombian trying to do the right thing."--Simon 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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utopiacowboy says on Jul 7, 2006, 20:14: So, GringoD, I guess you don't like kissing your sister. Disclaimer: any comment I make is inane and is not to be taken seriously, and is so patently ridiculous that no one should take it seriously, even as an insult. 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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Simon says on Jul 7, 2006, 20:16: And now a good american article on the World Cup! "Just an honest, decent Colombian trying to do the right thing."--Simon 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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utopiacowboy says on Jul 7, 2006, 20:38: Actually the highest number of viewers have been on Univision for the Mexican games. The Mexico-Iran match drew the largest audience of any Spanish-language sports telecast in the US. Disclaimer: any comment I make is inane and is not to be taken seriously, and is so patently ridiculous that no one should take it seriously, even as an insult. 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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utopiacowboy says on Jul 7, 2006, 20:40: Well, that explains why you don't like tie games. It's like kissing your sister and you've got no sister to kiss. My sisters were both pretty hot. Disclaimer: any comment I make is inane and is not to be taken seriously, and is so patently ridiculous that no one should take it seriously, even as an insult. 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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Gomezman5 says on Jul 7, 2006, 22:53: UC....Mexico Iran the drew the largest of Span lang ?? No way. I will bet you anything that the Mexico / Argentina second round elimination match that was played on a Saturday, the 24th of June,had to have had a higher viewership than the opening match against Iran.
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utopiacowboy says on Jul 7, 2006, 22:56: I don't doubt you're right, G5. I couldn't find anything on the ratings for the more recent games. I preferred watching all the games on Univision to ABC/ESPN. Disclaimer: any comment I make is inane and is not to be taken seriously, and is so patently ridiculous that no one should take it seriously, even as an insult. 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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Gomezman5 says on Jul 8, 2006, 12:17: UC...is this site affecting you and Gd Don't use the faulty logic that a lot of people use here to draw conclussions of that nature. Look, just because you could not find anything on the ratings for the more recent games, it does not mean the ratings did not exist, or that they were not higher for the Mex Arg game than they were for the Mex Iran game.
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utopiacowboy says on Jul 8, 2006, 14:38: OK, here we go, G5, I found something about the ratings for that game: Disclaimer: any comment I make is inane and is not to be taken seriously, and is so patently ridiculous that no one should take it seriously, even as an insult. 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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el norteño (☼Travelguide writer) says on Jul 8, 2006, 16:47: Italia France rely greatly on Zidane. At 34 he may be out of gas for the Final. I don't see France scoring. Italy's good for at least a goal, I hope. Plus, if Italy wins the Cup, the US looks a little better in hindsight. We were the only team to get a point off them and score (own goal).
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Gomezman5 says on Jul 8, 2006, 20:34: Thanks for doint the research.....UC I knew I had to be right. There isn't one person on this web site, or this planet for than matter that would make me believe that the first game against Iran, (a nothing team) would out draw an elimination game against Argentina. Impossible.
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kat1 (Moderator) (Trustee board) (☼Travelguide writer) says on Jul 9, 2006, 14:14: What did I said? this cup smell Italy uhmmmmm
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webmanco says on Jul 9, 2006, 14:19: Kat can you gime a Baloto number now, would you?? please Italy is still one championship behind Brasil No hay extremo cierto o verdadero, porque los extremos opacan, enruedan, (lavan cerebros) verdades. Yotas 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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kat1 (Moderator) (Trustee board) (☼Travelguide writer) says on Jul 9, 2006, 14:20: LOL Webmanco only if we share the winnings :)
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utopiacowboy says on Jul 9, 2006, 14:22: Well, Miquel, I guess they are partying in the 'hood. Check out the chicas for me, dude! Disclaimer: any comment I make is inane and is not to be taken seriously, and is so patently ridiculous that no one should take it seriously, even as an insult. 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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Gomezman5 says on Jul 9, 2006, 15:01: Ok...so that ends this World Cup Sage...and now Now we can start cheering for Colombia again. 2010 in South Africa I believe.
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kernow62 says on Jul 9, 2006, 15:16: Congrats to Italy. It was sad to see France who played a much better game go down in penalties, but the writing was on the wall when Zidane was sent off. I knew at that moment that the Italians would win.
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utopiacowboy says on Jul 9, 2006, 16:12: What was Zidane thinking? Head butting the guy? I guess he wasn't thinking. Sometimes the old testos can get you in trouble. France did play better than Italy - a lot of the late second half and OT, it looked like Italy was standing around waiting for the shootout to start. Disclaimer: any comment I make is inane and is not to be taken seriously, and is so patently ridiculous that no one should take it seriously, even as an insult. 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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Miguel says on Jul 9, 2006, 18:07: From my hood The Hill The chianti is flowing, to say the least! I watched the first half at a bar...they have big screens inside and they rented one for the outside patio where people were watching the match (the ABC English language feed) and playing bocce ball. For the second half, the OT's and the shootout, I went to a private party in the home of an old Italian restaurant owner down the street; great food and wine, a great mix of people ages 6 weeks to 100 years, most of the older folks speaking Italian while watching the Spanish language Univision feed, and then after Italy won, watching them go freaking crazy...cheers, tears, hugs, kisses, toasts to Zidane, etc. Now we are gonna go out and torch some Renaults! Just kidding...today was ALMOST as much fun as Guayacherna en Barranquilla..."almost" "There is nothing lower than the human race...except for the French." - Mark Twain 1878-79 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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utopiacowboy says on Jul 9, 2006, 19:11: The babes, dude, what about the babes? Disclaimer: any comment I make is inane and is not to be taken seriously, and is so patently ridiculous that no one should take it seriously, even as an insult. 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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Gomezman5 says on Jul 9, 2006, 19:29: UC...why do you keep thinking about "The Babes" You married this hot Paisita. Aren't you happy with her? You still away from all those Babes. Or, go find yourself a Mexicana for the evening. There are a lot of them floating around San Antonio.
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Miguel says on Jul 9, 2006, 19:36: UC...same as it ever was Italian guys scamming the blonde gringas and me and the 3 other gringos at the party drooling over the italianas that could pass for paisas, caleñas o costeñas. I wish Brasil would have won, because my report from the Brazilian bar would have been more interesting! Back on topic, I already am looking forward to the next Cup. I heard an announcer state today that one billion people were watching the match worldwide on TV. No wonder my local little St. Louis based company Anheuser-Busch were the lead beer sponsor. "There is nothing lower than the human race...except for the French." - Mark Twain 1878-79 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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utopiacowboy says on Jul 9, 2006, 19:37: I'm just playing with him, G5. He said the Italian mommas in his neighborhood reminded him of the paisas and they'd be VERY happy if Italy won. Disclaimer: any comment I make is inane and is not to be taken seriously, and is so patently ridiculous that no one should take it seriously, even as an insult. 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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Colombiche says on Jul 9, 2006, 19:46: I liked France's game better I wonder what the Italian guy said to Zidane to get him that P.O'ed... must have been pretty bad. No me den trago extranjero, que es caro y no sabe a bueno.... (Rafael Godoy) 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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Gomezman5 says on Jul 9, 2006, 19:57: Colombiche, I heard he told Zidane: "The French woman are smelly from only taking a bath once a week, and they are ugly because they don't shave their legs or their arm pits for that matter."
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Miguel says on Jul 9, 2006, 20:25: And until La Copa 2010 This thread should die. Thanks G5. "There is nothing lower than the human race...except for the French." - Mark Twain 1878-79 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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kernow62 says on Jul 10, 2006, 07:27: And the vote for best player of the 2006 World Cup is.... Zidane!!!
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Desideria (Moderator) (Trustee board) says on Jul 10, 2006, 10:45: yes, until 2010... Just one last thought concerning Zidane. He's no hero in my book, kernow. His ego is bigger than the his team, his country. His ice-cold behaviour when deliberately hurting his offender (what could he have said to him, probably no worse than marica or hijue...) means that he put his personal pride above the success of his team and his country. That's very lame. He deserved to be sent out. France didn't deserve to lose because of his ego and he did a great disservice to his team. A fronte praecipitium a tergo lupi 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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Peter Miami says on Jul 10, 2006, 14:19: What he did was disgusting being; the team Captain, his last game, in the World Cup and the Finals in the World Cup.
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Dolfi says on Jul 12, 2006, 00:59: It was reported in todays papers that the Itlian said to Zidane: "We know you´re the son of a terrorist bitch". It was alos reported that this might cost Italy the title according to FIFA rules.
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Dolfi says on Jul 12, 2006, 01:02: It was reported in todays papers that the Itlian said to Zidane: "We know you´re the son of a terrorist bitch". It was alos reported that this might cost Italy the title according to FIFA rules.
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Dolfi says on Jul 12, 2006, 01:02: It was reported in todays papers that the Itlian said to Zidane: "We know you´re the son of a terrorist bitch". It was alos reported that this might cost Italy the title according to FIFA rules.
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platano says on Jul 17, 2006, 21:55: Colombia to host World Cup !!!! Gobierno inicia gestiones para ser sede del
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platano says on Jul 17, 2006, 23:09: Agreed! Especially if Colombia is playing the United States!
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Gomezman5 says on Jul 19, 2006, 00:16: I would have thought..... That this thread was long gone. I have not been on here in over a week, and I can't believe you guys were posting as of today....
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platano says on Jul 19, 2006, 08:07: G5, you saw right through my plan... If it were possible I'd keep this going... this thread would just be beginning... and you deserve the credit for one of the most interesting and longest threads remarkably free of insults. I still wonder if it has broken any records.
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mcraig says on Jul 19, 2006, 13:41: My US team played with no heart the first US team ever to giveup Our US team is at a tremendous disadvantage because all of our great
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utopiacowboy says on Aug 13, 2006, 11:18: Even though I despise them, every so often the French come through. Yeah he might have cost them the world cup but the guy wasn't going to take an insult without making the other guy pay for it. Disclaimer: any comment I make is inane and is not to be taken seriously, and is so patently ridiculous that no one should take it seriously, even as an insult. 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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Juanes says on Aug 15, 2006, 07:58: la copa mundial en colombia 2014...quizas..... yes you are right in your inclinations diego or can i can you diego armando maradona y el mano de dios ! The colombians are thinking of bidding for the world cup in 2014 after south africa. i was at the last one in germany seeing the english team failing again on penalties for the fourth tournament out of the last five. I think there will be two bids one from colombia and the other from brasil. However, i would love it to be in latin america because it hasnt been for ages because the people there are mad about the sport. Colombia did bid for the world cup in 1986 but was more unstable then and had to pull out at the last minute which is wau mexico hosted it that year. The country is a lot more stable now and i think they have a good chance. Finally, please refer to our sport as football because it is not soccer, even in all the spanish/ potugese countries it is called el futbol, futebol. Loads of americans unfortunately call it this but please remember the TV audience for the world cup final ITALY v FRANCE was watched by 164 times the audience for the american superbowl. truly the global sport which unites all people in all continents. http://www.travelblog.org/Bloggers/Juanes/ 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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goin_south says on Jul 7, 2007, 02:11: I don't think this thread should be in the category of POPULAR. nothin I say is to be takn for my words, but rather for the words of Sailor Jerry. 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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Gomezman5 says on Jul 9, 2007, 15:37: Oh......just had to bump up this thread (still the longerst one ever at 377 posts) just to prove the blow hards wrong. (I love doing this). My recent thread on the Mexico Paraguay game was inundated with complaints, calling for moderation to delete it since it had nothing to do with Colombia. How ironic? I started this thread on 6/9/07, and it ran for about a month....almost 400 posts, and guess what? It too had nothing to do with Colombia....nothing at all.....not even remotely. Colombia never even attended (qualified) for the World Cup, and yet nobody deleted this thread. For 6 entire weeks, people participated and I cannot recall one instant in this thread where people called for this thread to be deleted because "it had nothing to do with Colombia."
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Miguel_Clavo says on Jul 9, 2007, 16:00: agreed, but if you deduct goin_souths posts, that eliminates at least half..jajajjaj...sorry, Gail.....=) RVW orderded me to remove my tagline congratulating the PBH Mods New Golden Boys. Lame. 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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Gomezman5 says on Jul 9, 2007, 16:06: Fine Clavo...
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Miguel_Clavo says on Jul 9, 2007, 16:10: i agreed with you...it was meant as a poke at Goin_South.....not dismissing your comments..... RVW orderded me to remove my tagline congratulating the PBH Mods New Golden Boys. Lame. 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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goin_south says on Jul 9, 2007, 16:17: This Has Nothing to do with Colombia. nothin I say is to be takn for my words, but rather for the words of Sailor Jerry. 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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Miguel_Clavo says on Jul 9, 2007, 16:43: hey! I thought the plan was to bump up the challenger #2 SweetG thread! now we are adding to G5's!! jajajaja...just kidding, G5, there is no conspiracy going on..... RVW orderded me to remove my tagline congratulating the PBH Mods New Golden Boys. Lame. 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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MitchAlvarez says on Nov 8, 2007, 23:30: anybody planning on heading to south africa for the world cup?
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goin_south says on Nov 30, 2007, 20:34: sounds to me like a good time to go to Colombia. nothin I say is to be takn for my words, but rather for the words of Sailor Jerry. 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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goin_south says on Nov 30, 2007, 20:35: I have forgotten. Is the World Cup every two years? or 4? nothin I say is to be takn for my words, but rather for the words of Sailor Jerry. 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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Lucas Freley says on Dec 1, 2007, 12:18: Every four years...next will be South Africa on 2010. Hoy que estás esplendida y que todo lo iluminas, demos un paseo, vuelta por el Universo (Gustavo Cerati) 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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goin_south says on Dec 1, 2007, 12:25: ...and, Colombia appears a lil better set for this next time around, si? nothin I say is to be takn for my words, but rather for the words of Sailor Jerry. 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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goin_south says on Jan 30, 2008, 18:04: oooops! never mind... go back to bed; you got two years to hibernate and stay safe away from PBH, Gomexman5. We'll send messengers, in two years ;-) nothin I say is to be takn for my words, but rather for the words of Sailor Jerry. 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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goin_south says on Apr 2, 2008, 15:26: Howeva.... it is about time to start talkin futbol again. nothin I say is to be takn for my words, but rather for the words of Sailor Jerry. 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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Colombiche says on Apr 2, 2008, 15:33: Come on duck, why are you reviving this thread, you know I'm trying to overtake gomezman.... LOL, bad bad duck! No me den trago extranjero, que es caro y no sabe a bueno.... (Rafael Godoy) 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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kat1 (Moderator) (Trustee board) (☼Travelguide writer) says on Apr 2, 2008, 15:36: Is there a prize for the thread with most comments? ;))))))))
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Man Tequila says on Apr 2, 2008, 15:46: Just remember the real record is 593. Aunque no me creas/ si me lo propongo/ lograre olvidarte/ porque a fin de cuentas/ no soy tan cobarde./ Y termino todo una de estas tardes/ no sera dificil buscar algún sitio donde refugiarme/ donde nunca mas vuelvas a encontrarme. (Polo Montañez) 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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Colombiche says on Apr 2, 2008, 16:49: Come on guys .... don't make me resort to dirty tactics! No me den trago extranjero, que es caro y no sabe a bueno.... (Rafael Godoy) 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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goin_south says on Apr 2, 2008, 17:26: how would they say, that would be, en espanol? nothin I say is to be takn for my words, but rather for the words of Sailor Jerry. 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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aztec says on Apr 2, 2008, 17:29: This is the only subject 95% of North American care nothing about!
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goin_south says on Apr 2, 2008, 17:32: Aztec, and the rest; straighten up. Gomezman5 is gonna come crashing in here, swearing we're trying to hi-jack HIS TREAD..... nothin I say is to be takn for my words, but rather for the words of Sailor Jerry. 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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manINred says on Apr 2, 2008, 17:46: The world cup is no longer relevant. It is the Euros we must focus on. Despite the fact that the Euros have nothing to do with Colombia... but then again, neither did the world cup ;)
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goin_south says on Apr 2, 2008, 17:55: It depends; if we we're talking about the World Cup of Cockfighting... nothin I say is to be takn for my words, but rather for the words of Sailor Jerry. 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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goin_south says on Apr 5, 2008, 11:27: hey can some one say, because I have forgotten: nothin I say is to be takn for my words, but rather for the words of Sailor Jerry. 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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aztec says on Apr 5, 2008, 13:30: I know y'all don't much care but have you noticed no gringos posting on this subject /item? Except Kernow but he shouldn't count because he was born and raised across the wide ocean.
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goin_south says on Apr 5, 2008, 15:11: Si; I am not a gringo... I am not agringo... I am notagringo... I Mnotagringo... Iamnotagringo..notagringonotagringoIMnot. lol nothin I say is to be takn for my words, but rather for the words of Sailor Jerry. 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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goin_south says on Apr 9, 2008, 16:50: Hola G5. nothin I say is to be takn for my words, but rather for the words of Sailor Jerry. 0 funny, 0 helpful. |
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kernow62 says on Jul 11, 2008, 20:47: I am predicting Italy will win the 2006 World Cup on penalties.
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adrimm (Moderator) (☼Travelguide writer) says on May 18, 2009, 22:08: Is it time to start the countdown to South Africa?
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