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posted July 02, 2006 09:23 AM         

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I had forseen a Spain-P{ortugal final, and since Spain lost, i have lost intrest in the tourney. As of now I am glad Brazil lost, since they were merely over-rated in the world cup this time, and Roberto Carlos stood like a jackass, when Henry ran to put the goal in, that is truly unprofessional. Ronaldo and Ronaldinho were not given space to play their game, but apart from that, Brazil was nothing but a hype.

Even though France did very bad in the first round, their play against Spain and Brazil were very fighting, and all marks for Zidane, and if at all France win this time, it will be an ternal glory for this man.

Germany is a total team now, they can play attacking and defending as well, and is the favourites for now.

Italy sucks big time too, there is no elegance in their play.

Portugal - I believe has a chance to lift the cup, as I said about Zidane, Figo is a true legend and play maker! And as a team they have performed better all through!

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posted July 02, 2006 09:38 AM         

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Portugal's really the only team I want at this point. The Azzuri are nice, but they better mind the Germans,theyre on top of their game.

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posted July 02, 2006 01:05 PM         

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I beg to differ I think brazil *if* they play to their potential will easily beat any team on earth mars pluto whereever...they are just tooooo good in terms of ability..

But this time it looked like they were least bothered about the cup,the were playing like they were doing fifa a favor by playing in the tourney! :O

I guess the layers were real tired after looong club seasons,eg:ronaldhino was nowhere near his best...mainly because of a break less club season...whereas,many players in the other european teams wisely rested themselves...and even the aussis harry kewel and vidukla opted out of many games to save themselves for the worldcup...

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posted July 02, 2006 03:22 PM         

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Hey Hot Ice, I tottaly agree with you. Thats it...they are the best. However, they know it and unfortunally this time while the others teams were training a lot for the WC, Brazilian players were dancing samba, playing, eating churrasco, etc.. and not concentrating on the main important thing...win the WC...The result of all that we all know now: France 1 x O Brazil. Its a pitty, maybe next time....
Now I can only say: FORZA AZZURA!!!

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posted July 03, 2006 09:21 AM         

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Portugal's really the only team I want at this point.

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RIGHT ON! Figo is a legend and deserves, but on the same lines I support Zidane too! Let the better one win. I would not care if Germany wins, they are a complete team now, but Italy is a strict no-no.

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posted July 03, 2006 01:33 PM         

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Brazil has loads of world-class players but I thought they didn't play as a team, they looked pretty isolated. France played well as a team, and especially Zidane, his passings are so accurate.

Anyways there is a trend since 1958 that World cups held in Europe is won only by European teams.

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posted July 03, 2006 02:05 PM         

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Oh yes, I also think Zidane has played well. I can't forget to give props to a fellow Crab.

It is sad about Brazil though. I don't think they were overrated it's just that they weren't playing to their potential.And like Betisa said, too busy dancing the Samba and posing for the "Victory Photo" instead of practicing.

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posted July 05, 2006 05:25 PM         

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I swear I am in TEARS. For Portugal to lose by a penalty goal. I was on the edge, crossing my fingers for a 1-1 score into overtime. Sadly, it didn't happen. Seemed to me the Portugese should've been more unified as a team. Cristiano was excellent, but trying to score all by himself. Well, hail to the French. They played a good game.

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posted July 05, 2006 05:47 PM         

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for all the brilliance of Zidane, I truly with France lift the cup!

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posted July 05, 2006 09:21 PM         

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Ughhhh, I thought they would tie it up with France. By a penalty shot!! Omg, why???

I really don't care who wins the World Cup at this point. I guess it'll be one of the usuals . But yes, Zidane played a good game Atleast maybe Portugal can get third place over Germany....maybe.

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posted July 05, 2006 10:01 PM         

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I second that Moon666Child

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posted July 06, 2006 08:06 AM         

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GO AZZURRI!!!!! !!

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posted July 06, 2006 12:28 PM         

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Italy's definitely going to win. FORZA AZZURRI!

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posted July 06, 2006 12:44 PM         

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~K, the pic isn't coming up... The point was GO ITALIA!! lol~

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posted July 06, 2006 03:46 PM         

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Planet, take the caps off [IMG] and it will show

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posted July 07, 2006 05:21 AM         

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Bump

There we go (:

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posted July 09, 2006 05:39 AM         

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YAY! germany finish third,but thought they deserved much better....they were the best team on display in this world cup.....and hopw klinsmann stays on as coach.He's been good for them...

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posted July 09, 2006 04:26 PM         

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Ughhhh, Zidane got a red card. It was his final game too.

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posted July 09, 2006 04:54 PM         

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The best team won.....ITALY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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posted July 09, 2006 05:12 PM         

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ITALIA!!!!!!!!

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posted July 09, 2006 05:52 PM         

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CONGRATS AZZURI!!
*wonders what was said to Zidane to make him react like that*

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posted July 09, 2006 11:30 PM         

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Apparently, the Italian player called him a "F*cking Maghreb".

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I like Zidane, a lot, even though I had a huge grudge against France for beating Spain. It was sad to see him carded.

I wonder if any charges will be pressed, as it was a racial slur?

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posted July 10, 2006 12:55 AM         

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Everlong where'd you hear this? Just curious.

If that is the case, I hope they press charges against the Italian Player.

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posted July 10, 2006 02:21 AM         

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I heard it from here, Dulce Luna:
http://community.livejournal.com/world_cup_2006/282430.html

But I've now realized that it's largely a rumor, so let's disregard my previous post until there's more news on the subject.

Some more discussion on the subject:
http://community.livejournal.com/world_cup_2006/286797.html

On a lighter note, this picture made me giggle:

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posted July 10, 2006 03:41 AM         

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http://msn.foxsports.com/soccer/story/5767794

"According to members of the French media, French players told them that Matterazi called Zidane a racial slur which prompted the headbutt."

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