Ytowngirlinfla
Posts: 2,295
Jun 17, 2014 2:39pm
Saw it scrolling where Jurgen says he is optimistic Jozy plays sunday...I just don't see it. Even if it's not as bad as we think, I would think he still needs time to recoup.
Classyposter58
Posts: 6,321
Jun 17, 2014 2:53pm
I agreeiclfan2;1627177 wrote:I like Johannson, but would rather him come in off the bench later and start Wando. I feel like he just makes more things happen.
Classyposter58
Posts: 6,321
Jun 17, 2014 2:54pm
This game is insane right now. Extremely physical and a lot of Mexican fans as well
Laley23
Posts: 29,506
Jun 17, 2014 3:01pm
Don't play him. We have a slight edge on Portugal to advance, so it's not a do or die game where Altidore needs to play. Not worth the risk, of we advance, as need him vs Belgium. Try to get him fit for that.
That said, if he is fit, play him.
That said, if he is fit, play him.
Classyposter58
Posts: 6,321
Jun 17, 2014 3:06pm
It is pretty much do or die though. Lets not forget Portugal is still a very talented team that had a bad game. I'm pretty worried Ronaldo is going to rip us apartLaley23;1627222 wrote:Don't play him. We have a slight edge on Portugal to advance, so it's not a do or die game where Altidore needs to play. Not worth the risk, of we advance, as need him vs Belgium. Try to get him fit for that.
That said, if he is fit, play him.
Automatik
Posts: 14,632
Jun 17, 2014 3:09pm
I could see them running Ronaldo at Beasley all day long. I'm still confident we can draw.
I'm really interested to see what changes Jurgen makes.
I'm really interested to see what changes Jurgen makes.
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vball10set
Posts: 24,795
Jun 17, 2014 3:10pm
Don't forget Pepe's out for this game, and that'll factor in as well.Classyposter58;1627223 wrote:It is pretty much do or die though. Lets not forget Portugal is still a very talented team that had a bad game. I'm pretty worried Ronaldo is going to rip us apart
gorocks99
Posts: 10,760
Jun 17, 2014 4:22pm
Pepe, and Coentrao, and potentially Patricio and Almeida.
I swear, if Mexico ties Brazil ... fuck Mexico.
I swear, if Mexico ties Brazil ... fuck Mexico.
ohiobucks1
Posts: 4,915
Jun 17, 2014 4:25pm
Why does everyone hate Mexico? It's only good for US when they look good. We are clearly better. If they do well, we look good.
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KB0938
Posts: 900
Jun 17, 2014 4:26pm
Because fuck mexico
If they do well it has absolutely no effect on us in the world cup. Aside from the off chance we face them in the knockout stage as opposed to Brazil or something
If they do well it has absolutely no effect on us in the world cup. Aside from the off chance we face them in the knockout stage as opposed to Brazil or something
ohiobucks1
Posts: 4,915
Jun 17, 2014 4:28pm
I hate Mexico too, especially when we play them. But they've been our Bitch for the last 5-6 years. We don't need to worry about them. They only help us with good results.
sleeper
Posts: 27,879
Jun 17, 2014 4:31pm
Not sure why the US cares about Mexico. They aren't even in our group.
gorocks99
Posts: 10,760
Jun 17, 2014 4:34pm
Salty about the piss bags thrown on our players, mostly.
Automatik
Posts: 14,632
Jun 17, 2014 4:49pm
Hell of a game for a 0-0 draw. Ochoa was unreal.
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vball10set
Posts: 24,795
Jun 17, 2014 4:53pm
the same argument can be used about ttun, but I still hate them...it is what it is.ohiobucks1;1627246 wrote:I hate Mexico too, especially when we play them. But they've been our Bitch for the last 5-6 years. We don't need to worry about them. They only help us with good results.
gorocks99
Posts: 10,760
Jun 17, 2014 7:09pm
Awful goalkeeping from Russia
Classyposter58
Posts: 6,321
Jun 17, 2014 7:13pm
Serious questions have to be asked about Brazil. They've looked poor in these first two games and look nowhere near championship caliber
Pick6
Posts: 14,946
Jun 17, 2014 7:16pm
Fuck Mexico, but I have to say I'm pretty impressed with them so far this WC after barely qualifying. Hope that's a good sign as how the US stacks up against the big boys.
Automatik
Posts: 14,632
Jun 17, 2014 7:23pm
Brazil's attack looked fine, Ochoa just played the game of his life.
like_that
Posts: 26,625
Jun 17, 2014 7:52pm
Although I like that the US team has integrity, part of me wishes they didn't score those two goals in extra time against panama to save Mexico.Pick6;1627283 wrote:Fuck Mexico, but I have to say I'm pretty impressed with them so far this WC after barely qualifying. Hope that's a good sign as how the US stacks up against the big boys.
Laley23
Posts: 29,506
Jun 17, 2014 7:59pm
No it isnt. If we had lost or drawn, then it's do or die. Now it isn't. Even with a loss there are a ton of possibilities that can happen which we advanceClassyposter58;1627223 wrote:It is pretty much do or die though. Lets not forget Portugal is still a very talented team that had a bad game. I'm pretty worried Ronaldo is going to rip us apart
Automatik
Posts: 14,632
Jun 17, 2014 8:01pm
Yeah, "do or die" was yesterday, hence why EVERYONE was saying it was a must win game.
Not sure why, but I have a good feeling about Sunday.
Not sure why, but I have a good feeling about Sunday.
ohiobucks1
Posts: 4,915
Jun 17, 2014 8:13pm
Michigan doing well only theoretically helps us (helps the perception of the B1G) which doesnt mean shit. Mexico doing well DIRECTLY helps us keep the 4th Concacaf spot and an easier road to the WC. IMO, we should root for every single concacaf team in the WC in every game unless they play us. I was happy mexico tied 0-0, and I hope they make it throughvball10set;1627256 wrote:the same argument can be used about ttun, but I still hate them...it is what it is.
like_that
Posts: 26,625
Jun 17, 2014 8:15pm
They only have 3 spots, the 4th is a playoff. The only way they will gain an automatic 4th (or more) is if the WC expands to more teams (doubtful). They sure as hell are not going to take away bids from Europe or South America.ohiobucks1;1627302 wrote:Michigan doing well only theoretically helps us (helps the perception of the B1G) which doesnt mean shit. Mexico doing well DIRECTLY helps us keep the 4th Concacaf spot and an easier road to the WC. IMO, we should root for every single concacaf team in the WC in every game unless they play us. I was happy mexico tied 0-0, and I hope they make it through
So, as has been said numerous times... Fuck Mexico.
ohiobucks1
Posts: 4,915
Jun 17, 2014 10:25pm
like_that;1627303 wrote:They only have 3 spots, the 4th is a playoff. The only way they will gain an automatic 4th (or more) is if the WC expands to more teams (doubtful). They sure as hell are not going to take away bids from Europe or South America.
So, as has been said numerous times... Fuck Mexico.
THat's not true. We had a 4th spot in 2006. We lost it because of how bad we played. That year Asia and South America played for the final spot. It's all based on confederation strength.