It's the Confederations Cup. It's like the mini-World Cup that always comes one year before the big World Cup...
Only 8 countries are playing. 6 champions from different continents, plus one host country and plus one reigning champion from the last FIFA World Cup.
I can't believe that Spain is getting pressured like that.
Look at us Americans! We kicked ass in Basketball during the Olympics, and we're about to shock the number one ranked team in the world. Good time to be a US sports fan. :)
This is unreal. Last week they were almost out of the Confederations Cup, now they're going to the Final. Very deserving win for them. It will quite some critics for a while.
That was a surprise to me. I didn't think USA had it in them, but they played well and made the plays they needed to win. They looked like a completely different team from the 1st 2 games. Big win.
I thought Bradley's straight red was a bit harsh. His feet didn't look extended.
Good lord! I take my hat off to these guys. A completely different side to their first two games and wow did they deserve it. They had a fantastic match with Egypt and completely worked their butts off today. If Brazil somehow loses tomorow, who knows, they could actually win the whole thing. Solid defence imo. Unfortunately I owe someone £10 now and was really looking forward to a Spainvs Brazil final...
I thought no one like soccer in here, US is done well today
MadDuckKOP
We really don't. There are few but it's cause most of our Elite Athletes aren't playing Soccer. We need some of our Kobe Bryant's and Adrian Peterson's to play Soccer to get some buzz going.
It seemed like Spain had the ball near the box for the entire second half and just couldn't do anything. And a few more inches to the left and the first goal may not have went in and it seemed like Dempsey was forgotten about on the second goal. Still a good match and even though Spain has always been my favorite international team--I'm a pretty casual fan but I do watch soccer as often as I can--the US knocking off a team that good is nice to see.
USshould live more soccer games on TV, this game is extreme inspirational
MadDuckKOP
I heard today on the radio that ESPN had struck some deal with the English Premiership to broadcast some games. Someone correct me if I'm wrong about that.
Anyways, USA USA USA! I was so angry I couldn't see the majority of the game because I had class. I was able to see the final 8 minutes of the game, and was completely stunned looking at the score. Losing Michael Bradley to a red card hurts for the Confederations Cup final. Oh well I guess? I'm just glad that USA was able to bring their A-game recently. The necessary tie breaker scenario in their group happening was simply unbelievable. Whoever they face in the Final "most likely Brazil", I hope they learn from the experience and show alot of heart next year in South Africa 2010. The future seems at least somewhat bright for Team USA.
USshould live more soccer games on TV, this game is extreme inspirational
CommanderShiro
I heard today on the radio that ESPN had struck some deal with the English Premiership to broadcast some games. Someone correct me if I'm wrong about that.
Anyways, USA USA USA! I was so angry I couldn't see the majority of the game because I had class. I was able to see the final 8 minutes of the game, and was completely stunned looking at the score. Losing Michael Bradley to a red card hurts for the Confederations Cup final. Oh well I guess? I'm just glad that USA was able to bring their A-game recently. The necessary tie breaker scenario in their group happening was simply unbelievable. Whoever they face in the Final "most likely Brazil", I hope they learn from the experience and show alot of heart next year in South Africa 2010. The future seems at least somewhat bright for Team USA.
But they havent brought their A game - they looked dismal against both Brasil and Italy. And I know it doesnt matter, but all 3 goals against Egypt were pretty ugly - 2 of them against a goalie who looked completely out of it. Somehow they managed to sneak by Spain; a combination of terrible finishing by Spain and some good defense by the US... you have to score to win and Spain couldnt put any of their myriad of opportunities into the net.
USshould live more soccer games on TV, this game is extreme inspirational
p2rus
I heard today on the radio that ESPN had struck some deal with the English Premiership to broadcast some games. Someone correct me if I'm wrong about that.
Anyways, USA USA USA! I was so angry I couldn't see the majority of the game because I had class. I was able to see the final 8 minutes of the game, and was completely stunned looking at the score. Losing Michael Bradley to a red card hurts for the Confederations Cup final. Oh well I guess? I'm just glad that USA was able to bring their A-game recently. The necessary tie breaker scenario in their group happening was simply unbelievable. Whoever they face in the Final "most likely Brazil", I hope they learn from the experience and show alot of heart next year in South Africa 2010. The future seems at least somewhat bright for Team USA.
But they havent brought their A game - they looked dismal against both Brasil and Italy. And I know it doesnt matter, but all 3 goals against Egypt were pretty ugly - 2 of them against a goalie who looked completely out of it. Somehow they managed to sneak by Spain; a combination of terrible finishing by Spain and some good defense by the US... you have to score to win and Spain couldnt put any of their myriad of opportunities into the net. Yeah I guess you're right. Though when I meant recently I was referring to today and Egypt. I'm well aware of the disaster against Italy and Brazil. At least I'm someone in the USA that has a bit of optimism for the team and the sport.
Can't wait to listen to Collin Cowherd tomorrow on ESPN radio. :) anyone else listen to him? I didn't think the US had a chance, but I guess anything is possible.
Yeah I guess you're right. Though when I meant recently I was referring to today and Egypt. I'm well aware of the disaster against Italy and Brazil. At least I'm someone in the USA that has a bit of optimism for the team and the sport.
CommanderShiro
:P Maybe you have optimism, I just see the United States maaaybe sneaking out of the group stages, though it depends whos in their draw. If I could use one word to describe the game, it would be "fluke" (not "luck," since Spain had so many opportunities but didn't convert a single one... you make your own luck)
[QUOTE="CommanderShiro"]Yeah I guess you're right. Though when I meant recently I was referring to today and Egypt. I'm well aware of the disaster against Italy and Brazil. At least I'm someone in the USA that has a bit of optimism for the team and the sport.
p2rus
:P Maybe you have optimism, I just see the United States maaaybe sneaking out of the group stages, though it depends whos in their draw. If I could use one word to describe the game, it would be "fluke" (not "luck," since Spain had so many opportunities but didn't convert a single one... you make your own luck)Well thats Spain's fault, can't anything away from USA for doing what was needed on the pitch today. Getting past the group stages is all I really want to see out of them next year. Maybe even a Quarterfinal....
[QUOTE="p2rus"][QUOTE="CommanderShiro"]I heard today on the radio that ESPN had struck some deal with the English Premiership to broadcast some games. Someone correct me if I'm wrong about that.
Anyways, USA USA USA! I was so angry I couldn't see the majority of the game because I had class. I was able to see the final 8 minutes of the game, and was completely stunned looking at the score. Losing Michael Bradley to a red card hurts for the Confederations Cup final. Oh well I guess? I'm just glad that USA was able to bring their A-game recently. The necessary tie breaker scenario in their group happening was simply unbelievable. Whoever they face in the Final "most likely Brazil", I hope they learn from the experience and show alot of heart next year in South Africa 2010. The future seems at least somewhat bright for Team USA.
CommanderShiro
But they havent brought their A game - they looked dismal against both Brasil and Italy. And I know it doesnt matter, but all 3 goals against Egypt were pretty ugly - 2 of them against a goalie who looked completely out of it. Somehow they managed to sneak by Spain; a combination of terrible finishing by Spain and some good defense by the US... you have to score to win and Spain couldnt put any of their myriad of opportunities into the net. Yeah I guess you're right. Though when I meant recently I was referring to today and Egypt. I'm well aware of the disaster against Italy and Brazil. At least I'm someone in the USA that has a bit of optimism for the team and the sport. I'm not so sure the outcome of the Italy game would have been the same if Ricardo Clark didn't get that red card. I won't say the US would have won, but I don't think they would've given up 3 goals.
[QUOTE="p2rus"]But they havent brought their A game - they looked dismal against both Brasil and Italy. And I know it doesnt matter, but all 3 goals against Egypt were pretty ugly - 2 of them against a goalie who looked completely out of it. Somehow they managed to sneak by Spain; a combination of terrible finishing by Spain and some good defense by the US... you have to score to win and Spain couldnt put any of their myriad of opportunities into the net. geaux321
Yeah I guess you're right. Though when I meant recently I was referring to today and Egypt. I'm well aware of the disaster against Italy and Brazil. At least I'm someone in the USA that has a bit of optimism for the team and the sport. I'm not so sure the outcome of the Italy game would have been the same if Ricardo Clark didn't get that red card. I won't say the US would have won, but I don't think they would've given up 3 goals.USA will probably get red cards the next time they face Italy.
its funny how the team only gets one day of media but by tomorrow nobody will care. As a soccer fan this will change little to none for sports fans football killed soccer in america
I couldn't believe my eyes when I turned on the tv to see us up 2-0 over Spain. That was amazing. Hopefully we can do it again and win the confederations cup.
[QUOTE="CommanderShiro"]Yeah I guess you're right. Though when I meant recently I was referring to today and Egypt. I'm well aware of the disaster against Italy and Brazil. At least I'm someone in the USA that has a bit of optimism for the team and the sport.
p2rus
:P Maybe you have optimism, I just see the United States maaaybe sneaking out of the group stages, though it depends whos in their draw. If I could use one word to describe the game, it would be "fluke" (not "luck," since Spain had so many opportunities but didn't convert a single one... you make your own luck)
I wouldn't call it a fluke. I fully expected Spain to win and watched the game anticipating a dominant performance from Villa and Torres. It just didn't happen. Spain had some great chances but US always seemed to have someone get in the way or Howard would make a good save. Tha isn't a fluke. The goal Jozy scored was luck but also just good placement. He caught Iker going the opposite way so Iker was unable to get a strong enough touch on it to send it out. Dempsey's goal was just a mistake by Ramos...but what do you expect from Madrid players:P. At the end of the day US did what they needed to do to win. Was it ugly? Yes. Do they care? No because they move on. A fluke would have been an own goal by Spain. The US set up their chances and took advantage. Nothing was handed to them.
[QUOTE="CommanderShiro"]Yeah I guess you're right. Though when I meant recently I was referring to today and Egypt. I'm well aware of the disaster against Italy and Brazil. At least I'm someone in the USA that has a bit of optimism for the team and the sport.
cmpepper23
:P Maybe you have optimism, I just see the United States maaaybe sneaking out of the group stages, though it depends whos in their draw. If I could use one word to describe the game, it would be "fluke" (not "luck," since Spain had so many opportunities but didn't convert a single one... you make your own luck)
I wouldn't call it a fluke. I fully expected Spain to win and watched the game anticipating a dominant performance from Villa and Torres. It just didn't happen. Spain had some great chances but US always seemed to have someone get in the way or Howard would make a good save. Tha isn't a fluke. The goal Jozy scored was luck but also just good placement. He caught Iker going the opposite way so Iker was unable to get a strong enough touch on it to send it out. Dempsey's goal was just a mistake by Ramos...but what do you expect from Madrid players:P. At the end of the day US did what they needed to do to win. Was it ugly? Yes. Do they care? No because they move on. A fluke would have been an own goal by Spain. The US set up their chances and took advantage. Nothing was handed to them.
the bounces sure did go the USA's way...but we'll take it.
Whatever, Brazil is going to the finals and they'll beat USA for sure.
Master_Live
Hater?
Yes. I'm Mexican, we automatically hate USA in football. Plus, Brazil already beat them 3-0. It's going to be a good match because Julio Cesar and Howard have been phenomenal (I can't believe a Mexican just called Howard phenomenal :cry: ) goalkeepers in the tournament.
I wouldn't call it a fluke. I fully expected Spain to win and watched the game anticipating a dominant performance from Villa and Torres. It just didn't happen. Spain had some great chances but US always seemed to have someone get in the way or Howard would make a good save. Tha isn't a fluke. The goal Jozy scored was luck but also just good placement. He caught Iker going the opposite way so Iker was unable to get a strong enough touch on it to send it out. Dempsey's goal was just a mistake by Ramos...but what do you expect from Madrid players:P. At the end of the day US did what they needed to do to win. Was it ugly? Yes. Do they care? No because they move on. A fluke would have been an own goal by Spain. The US set up their chances and took advantage. Nothing was handed to them.
cmpepper23
I was thinking the same thing. Oh that silly Madrid defender. :P
[QUOTE="gameeer1"][QUOTE="X360PS3AMD05"]Today i'm a big USA soccer fan, tomorrow i'll go back to not caring :lol:Master_Live
Then you're not really a big USA soccer fan. But then again, who is? I'm sure there are a few people here, I've watched most if not all of their matches in the past few years when I started to get into soccer.
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