KD in CA Posted June 12, 2006 Share Posted June 12, 2006 What do you expect when they have a 6'9" all-universe defenseman playing for their side. 707090[/snapback] You can expect his hammy to give out? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nick in* england Posted June 12, 2006 Share Posted June 12, 2006 You need to start getting the ball outside and building up play along the wings. Too much long ball and making McBride run for it. it's hot and he'll tire. Build up play, that's what you need. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Posted June 12, 2006 Author Share Posted June 12, 2006 Ugh....the ass kicking is on. 2 - 0 707086[/snapback] Over? Did you say "over"? Nothing is over until we decide it is! Was it over when the Germans bombed Pearl Harbor? Hell no! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DC Tom Posted June 12, 2006 Share Posted June 12, 2006 Czech has a weak defence, US can score on them. 707056[/snapback] Czech has a big defense, and the US team so far is trying that stupid vertical passing sh-- that plays RIGHT into Czech strengths. That second Czech goal, though... . Sometimes it's better to be lucky than good, most of the time it's best to be both... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plenzmd1 Posted June 12, 2006 Share Posted June 12, 2006 Czech has a big defense, and the US team so far is trying that stupid vertical passing sh-- that plays RIGHT into Czech strengths. That second Czech goal, though... . Sometimes it's better to be lucky than good, most of the time it's best to be both... 707108[/snapback] I know next to nothing bout this futbol, but I know this.....every team I pull for never gunna win SQUADOOSH. WTF, why was I excited for this. Least the trny over early, cause they can't beat Italy can they? I thought i saw italy one of the Favs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajzepp Posted June 12, 2006 Share Posted June 12, 2006 I know next to nothing bout this futbol, but I know this.....every team I pull for never gunna win SQUADOOSH. WTF, why was I excited for this. Least the trny over early, cause they can't beat Italy can they? I thought i saw italy one of the Favs. BTW had FIFA gone to new rules like the NHL so comebacks are possible now? 707112[/snapback] Supposedly the Czechs are ranked #2 in the world, so the good news is that we're not exactly losing to a team we're SUPPOSED to beat. We are playing some uninspired soccer today, to say the least. Our next game against Italy is now a must win. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KD in CA Posted June 12, 2006 Share Posted June 12, 2006 Our next game against Italy is now a must win. 707122[/snapback] What is Italy ranked? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SDS Posted June 12, 2006 Share Posted June 12, 2006 Supposedly the Czechs are ranked #2 in the world, so the good news is that we're not exactly losing to a team we're SUPPOSED to beat. We are playing some uninspired soccer today, to say the least. 707122[/snapback] I was trying to decide between watching the game at lunch or driving ice picks into my balls... I'm glad I chose the latter... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajzepp Posted June 12, 2006 Share Posted June 12, 2006 What is Italy ranked? 707126[/snapback] I think somewhere between 14-18, but not sure....But the only reason people thought we could beat the Czechs was becasue they've had some injuries as of late. So this isn't exactly an upset, but there's no excuse for us to be playing this sloppy. If I were Bruce Arena, I'd be having them do wind sprints until they vomit after the match today, a la that scene in "Miracle". This is unacceptable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajzepp Posted June 12, 2006 Share Posted June 12, 2006 I was trying to decide between watching the game at lunch or driving ice picks into my balls... I'm glad I chose the latter... 707128[/snapback] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Posted June 12, 2006 Author Share Posted June 12, 2006 Watching Team USA on offense is so like watching the Bills on offense. Rosicky has a great shot. Is it just me or does it seem every team has a guy that can rocket a shot from far out except the US? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Posted June 12, 2006 Author Share Posted June 12, 2006 at the very least I want to see the USA score 1 goal to take some pressure off next match Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajzepp Posted June 12, 2006 Share Posted June 12, 2006 Watching Team USA on offense is so like watching the Bills on offense. Rosicky has a great shot. Is it just me or does it seem every team has a guy that can rocket a shot from far out except the US? 707134[/snapback] Exactly....that's what was bothering me during the friendly matches. I figured they were just holding back, but I guess not. The US team seems to have very little firepower on offense, and mostly relies on taking half an hour to set up some sort of fancy play. I'm sorry, but sometimes you just gotta rip it! Our best play this match has been the "pass back to the goalie". I'm really surprised at how much they are pussying out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ramius Posted June 12, 2006 Share Posted June 12, 2006 watching the match was liek watching a bunch of worthless invalids try and play soccer. that was absolutely pathetic. Memo to team usa: its tough to score when you never SHOOT THE FUGGIN BALL! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter Posted June 12, 2006 Share Posted June 12, 2006 Which US team is playing today -- the one from 16 years ago?!?! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hardy Pyle Posted June 12, 2006 Share Posted June 12, 2006 I just watched the game at the pub...the truth of the matter is that expectations are just way too unrealistic for the US side. Everytime I watch them play, you can just see how much quality they lack as side when compared to other strong soccer nations. Reyna was by far the best US player on the pitch with some nice touches and his balls were quality. As for the rest, they just can't provide that decisive touch when it matters. To me, the USA play a bit like the English team, but with less talent. No real creativity, no real flare, dependent largely on a high work rate, pace up front and crosses played into the box. Czech's midfield played with such quality, it was a pleasure to watch. Well, debating if I watch the Ghana vs. Italy game or I stick around the office and get caught up on some work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crap Throwing Monkey Posted June 12, 2006 Share Posted June 12, 2006 ...with some nice touches and his balls were quality. 707192[/snapback] Someone PLEASE make a joke at Ed's expense now... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hardy Pyle Posted June 12, 2006 Share Posted June 12, 2006 funny! that made me laugh out loud! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheMadCap Posted June 12, 2006 Share Posted June 12, 2006 What is Italy ranked? 707126[/snapback] Of course the rankings make very little difference in the grand sceme of things... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PromoTheRobot Posted June 12, 2006 Share Posted June 12, 2006 I just watched the game at the pub...the truth of the matter is that expectations are just way too unrealistic for the US side. Everytime I watch them play, you can just see how much quality they lack as side when compared to other strong soccer nations. Reyna was by far the best US player on the pitch with some nice touches and his balls were quality. As for the rest, they just can't provide that decisive touch when it matters. To me, the USA play a bit like the English team, but with less talent. No real creativity, no real flare, dependent largely on a high work rate, pace up front and crosses played into the box. Czech's midfield played with such quality, it was a pleasure to watch. Well, debating if I watch the Ghana vs. Italy game or I stick around the office and get caught up on some work. 707192[/snapback] And yet we keep hearing how so many kids play soccer that it's only a matter of time...blah, blah, blah. Kids have been playing soccer long enough in the USA that if we were ever going to grow some decent native talent, we'd have done so by now. Maybe the coaching of youth soccer isn't good enough? By the way, how many of the USA World Cup team are foreign-born? We couldn't field a team of native players if we had to. PTR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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