It is a short turn around and the knockout round is here. The United States have to follow-up their tremendous win over Algeria with a tough match against Ghana. Ghana survived a tough group and will not be an easy…
It is a short turn around and the knockout round is here. The United States have to follow-up their tremendous win over Algeria with a tough match against Ghana. Ghana survived a tough group and will not be an easy…
Group G finished up today as Portugal and Brazil played to a 0-0 draw. The draw gave Brazil top spot in the group while Portugal advanced as a loss would have opened the door for Ivory Coast to make up…
Group H finished up today as Spain advanced with a 2-1 victory over Chile. Chile also advanced as the second place team when Switzerland were unable to defeat Honduras and settling for a 0-0 draw. The final standings were 1.…
The knockout round gets underway finally with Uruguay facing South Korea. Uruguay were impressive not conceding any goals as they topped Group A. South Korea pounced on Greece before being pummeled by Argentina. They got a tie in their final…
A day has passed and it’s time to take a look back at the the monumental game played by the United States on Wednesday. The win saw United States top Group C and advance into the Round of 16. The…
Japan have impressed me. I had a pretty low opinion of their chances at this tournament, but they advanced out of their group with two victories after they defeated Denmark 3-1. In the other final game, Netherlands topped the group…
This group had been dull but ended with an exciting match between Italy and Slovakia. Slovakia pulled off the upset 3-2 that eliminated the defending champions from the tournament. In the other match, New Zealand and Paraguay played to a…
The final day of the group stages is tomorrow and there are some intriguing matches especially in Group H where goal difference could play a big role in deciding who advances. Here is my preview for the final day of…
At least one African team will advance to the knockout stage. Ghana lost to Germany but did finish second as Australia defeated Serbia 2-1. Germany looked to be in some danger heading into the final game but with their victory…
Group C finished up with an exciting set of games. England defeated Slovenia 1-0 to advance, while the United States defeated Algeria with a late Landon Donovan winner to not only advance but to also win the group. It was…
