US vs Spain soccer (spoilers) - Now BRA vs RSA live

BrianD · 06-24-2009, 02:40 PM

Anybody else watching this match? The US is looking surprisingly decent so far.

DaddyTorgo · 06-24-2009, 02:42 PM

must...avoid...thread.

have game dvr-ing at home. thought about skipping out of work and hitting a bar, but decided against that.

ISiddiqui · 06-24-2009, 02:45 PM

Thanks fellas! Being stuck behind a desk, and then seeing a Braves game tonight, I need this (along with ESPN Gamecast and Twitter).

gstelmack · 06-24-2009, 02:47 PM

I can't watch (I'm at work) but will follow along as you guys post updates.

BrianD · 06-24-2009, 02:47 PM

The US is pressing a bit and trying to force too many balls. Oddly Donovan seems to be losing possession way too cheaply. Still, the sides look even at the moment.

Big Fo · 06-24-2009, 02:48 PM

The US is off to a good start, Dempsey came close a few minutes ago.

BrianD · 06-24-2009, 02:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Big Fo

The US is off to a good start, Dempsey came close a few minutes ago.

He's had a couple of decent touches so far.

3ric · 06-24-2009, 02:52 PM

Nice counter attack by Donovan.

BrianD · 06-24-2009, 02:57 PM

That was a fantastic goal by the US.

MJ4H · 06-24-2009, 02:57 PM

woot?

cartman · 06-24-2009, 02:57 PM

WOO!!! GOAL!!!!!!!!!!

3ric · 06-24-2009, 02:57 PM

Big Fo · 06-24-2009, 02:58 PM

Jozy <3

Coffee Warlord · 06-24-2009, 03:01 PM

Please please please don't let up and play defensive now.

Axxon · 06-24-2009, 03:02 PM

What a start by our team. Considering Spains defense that goal should give us something truly positive to build on from this tournament.

cartman · 06-24-2009, 03:03 PM

Spain almost leveled the match right there

MJ4H · 06-24-2009, 03:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cartman

Spain almost leveled the match right there

off of a ridiculous no-call

ISiddiqui · 06-24-2009, 03:05 PM

Holy crap... USA is up?! WOW!

cartman · 06-24-2009, 03:07 PM

Damn, almost 2-0! So close!

Big Fo · 06-24-2009, 03:11 PM

Spain forgot what it was like to play a decent team after their pathetically easy group.

MikeVic · 06-24-2009, 03:13 PM

I'm just following a bit on ESPN's website... Would be funny if Spain lost to the U.S. so I'm kinda rooting for that.

BrianD · 06-24-2009, 03:13 PM

Did Donovan really get an elbow to the face?

BrianD · 06-24-2009, 03:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MikeVic

I'm just following a bit on ESPN's website... Would be funny if Spain lost to the U.S. so I'm kinda rooting for that.

It would be one hell of an upset.

3ric · 06-24-2009, 03:16 PM

Bocanegra got lucky there.

BrianD · 06-24-2009, 03:18 PM

Halftime. Surprising result so far. Altidore has been looking pretty good all tournament.

SirFozzie · 06-24-2009, 03:19 PM

The hot rumor is that Fulham is looking at loaning Altidore for the year, because he might have trouble breaking into the first team this year.. would be really nice. (Don't think Altidore will get a warm welcome in Spain after that goal

)

Karlifornia · 06-24-2009, 03:22 PM

Spain is always in your face, on every inch of the pitch. Gonna have to make some better passes out of their own end. Besides that, great match to watch! It's been a while since I've watched a game that didn't result in severe nausea, so this has been a pleasant surprise. 45 and change to go. Do it!

Big Fo · 06-24-2009, 03:23 PM

Good stuff in the first half, after the break we need to be more calm in possession and quit hitting so many long balls out of defense.

Altidore is beasting his Villarreal teammate Capdevilla.

BrianD · 06-24-2009, 03:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Big Fo

Good stuff in the first half, after the break we need to be more calm in possession and quit hitting so many long balls out of defense.

Altidore is beasting his Villarreal teammate Capdevilla.

What you advocate is exactly NOT what the US is doing. They really need to gain some confidence and patience.

cartman · 06-24-2009, 03:43 PM

Playing to not lose almost never works.

Cringer · 06-24-2009, 03:44 PM

% beg you guys to point me towards an online recording of this game later if anyone sees one. I am not home to watch the game, so sad about this.

Coffee Warlord · 06-24-2009, 03:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BrianD

What you advocate is exactly NOT what the US is doing. They really need to gain some confidence and patience.

USA can't, and shouldn't, play a patient game. They aren't technically skilled enough to do that against top national squads. Much better suited to a high energy, physical game.

mckerney · 06-24-2009, 03:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cringer

% beg you guys to point me towards an online recording of this game later if anyone sees one. I am not home to watch the game, so sad about this.

If you have ESPN 360 you should be able to replay it there. If not your best bet may be looking for a torrent of it.

Big Fo · 06-24-2009, 03:50 PM

We play a lot better with two strikers. 4-3-3 and 4-2-3-1 hadn't worked out and I'm glad Bradley made the switch against Egypt and kept it for today.

Some key blocks from our defenders are helping Howard, who's still had to make some key saves.

cartman · 06-24-2009, 03:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cringer

% beg you guys to point me towards an online recording of this game later if anyone sees one. I am not home to watch the game, so sad about this.

Quote:

Originally Posted by mckerney

If you have ESPN 360 you should be able to replay it there. If not your best bet may be looking for a torrent of it.

If the US ends up winning, it will be on ESPN Classic multiple times in the coming days.

BrianD · 06-24-2009, 03:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Coffee Warlord

USA can't, and shouldn't, play a patient game. They aren't technically skilled enough to do that against top national squads. Much better suited to a high energy, physical game.

Except now they are just playing long balls and giving up possession. They need to be patient enough to keep possession and not just keep letting Spain tee up the shots.

Coffee Warlord · 06-24-2009, 04:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BrianD

Except now they are just playing long balls and giving up possession. They need to be patient enough to keep possession and not just keep letting Spain tee up the shots.

And exile Donavon while they're at it.

Big Fo · 06-24-2009, 04:00 PM

Dempsey 2-0 fuck yeah

Karlifornia · 06-24-2009, 04:00 PM

GOALLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLL DEMPSEYYYYYY HOLY FUCK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!11

MJ4H · 06-24-2009, 04:00 PM

omfg f the haters

cartman · 06-24-2009, 04:00 PM

HOLY SHIT!!!!!!!!!!!! 2-0!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

chesapeake · 06-24-2009, 04:00 PM

GOOOOOOOOOOOOAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAALLLLLLLLLLLLL!!!!!!!!

BrianD · 06-24-2009, 04:01 PM

Is that game?

RomaGoth · 06-24-2009, 04:01 PM

Holy crap we scored again...

Coffee Warlord · 06-24-2009, 04:01 PM

Unbelievable!

Celeval · 06-24-2009, 04:01 PM

Sweeeeeeeeeeeeeet.

cartman · 06-24-2009, 04:02 PM

Somebody check on Icy, I'm worried

Karlifornia · 06-24-2009, 04:03 PM

Damn I'm so glad I woke up for this. I almost just went back to sleep.

BrianD · 06-24-2009, 04:03 PM

I'm very surprised Donovan didn't take the shot on the second goal. That extra pass through traffic really doesn't help. Spain misplayed the ball which is the reason we scored.

Karlifornia · 06-24-2009, 04:05 PM

The vuvuzelas are still terrible, though.

06-24-2009, 02:42 PM	#2
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06-24-2009, 02:45 PM	#3
ISiddiqui Hall Of Famer Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Decatur, GA	Thanks fellas! Being stuck behind a desk, and then seeing a Braves game tonight, I need this (along with ESPN Gamecast and Twitter). __________________ "A prayer for the wild at heart, kept in cages" -Tennessee Williams

06-24-2009, 02:47 PM	#4
gstelmack Pro Starter Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Cary, NC	I can't watch (I'm at work) but will follow along as you guys post updates. __________________ -- Greg -- Author of various FOF utilities

06-24-2009, 02:52 PM	#8
3ric College Starter Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Sweden	Nice counter attack by Donovan. __________________ San Diego Chargers (HFL) - Lappland Reindeers (WOOF) - Gothenburg Giants (IHOF) Indiana: A TCY VC - year 2044 - the longest running dynasty ever on FOFC!

06-24-2009, 02:57 PM	#11
cartman Death Herald Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Le stelle la notte sono grandi e luminose nel cuore profondo del Texas	WOO!!! GOAL!!!!!!!!!! __________________ Thinkin' of a master plan 'Cuz ain't nuthin' but sweat inside my hand So I dig into my pocket, all my money is spent So I dig deeper but still comin' up with lint

06-24-2009, 02:47 PM	#5
BrianD Grizzled Veteran Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Appleton, WI	The US is pressing a bit and trying to force too many balls. Oddly Donovan seems to be losing possession way too cheaply. Still, the sides look even at the moment.

06-24-2009, 02:48 PM	#6
Big Fo Pro Rookie Join Date: Jan 2005	The US is off to a good start, Dempsey came close a few minutes ago.

06-24-2009, 02:57 PM	#10
MJ4H Coordinator Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Hog Country	woot?

06-24-2009, 02:57 PM	#12
3ric College Starter Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Sweden	Wow. __________________ San Diego Chargers (HFL) - Lappland Reindeers (WOOF) - Gothenburg Giants (IHOF) Indiana: A TCY VC - year 2044 - the longest running dynasty ever on FOFC!

06-24-2009, 02:58 PM	#13
Big Fo Pro Rookie Join Date: Jan 2005	Jozy <3

06-24-2009, 03:01 PM	#14
Coffee Warlord Head Coach Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Colorado Springs	Please please please don't let up and play defensive now.

06-24-2009, 03:02 PM	#15
Axxon Pro Starter Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Phoenix, AZ	What a start by our team. Considering Spains defense that goal should give us something truly positive to build on from this tournament. __________________ There are no houris, alas, in our heaven.

06-24-2009, 03:03 PM	#16
cartman Death Herald Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Le stelle la notte sono grandi e luminose nel cuore profondo del Texas	Spain almost leveled the match right there __________________ Thinkin' of a master plan 'Cuz ain't nuthin' but sweat inside my hand So I dig into my pocket, all my money is spent So I dig deeper but still comin' up with lint

06-24-2009, 03:05 PM	#18
ISiddiqui Hall Of Famer Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Decatur, GA	Holy crap... USA is up?! WOW! __________________ "A prayer for the wild at heart, kept in cages" -Tennessee Williams

06-24-2009, 03:07 PM	#19
cartman Death Herald Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Le stelle la notte sono grandi e luminose nel cuore profondo del Texas	Damn, almost 2-0! So close! __________________ Thinkin' of a master plan 'Cuz ain't nuthin' but sweat inside my hand So I dig into my pocket, all my money is spent So I dig deeper but still comin' up with lint

06-24-2009, 03:11 PM	#20
Big Fo Pro Rookie Join Date: Jan 2005	Spain forgot what it was like to play a decent team after their pathetically easy group.

06-24-2009, 03:13 PM	#21
MikeVic Head Coach Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Hometown of Canada	I'm just following a bit on ESPN's website... Would be funny if Spain lost to the U.S. so I'm kinda rooting for that.

06-24-2009, 03:16 PM	#24
3ric College Starter Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Sweden	Bocanegra got lucky there. __________________ San Diego Chargers (HFL) - Lappland Reindeers (WOOF) - Gothenburg Giants (IHOF) Indiana: A TCY VC - year 2044 - the longest running dynasty ever on FOFC!

06-24-2009, 03:18 PM	#25
BrianD Grizzled Veteran Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Appleton, WI	Halftime. Surprising result so far. Altidore has been looking pretty good all tournament.

06-24-2009, 03:19 PM	#26
SirFozzie Hall Of Famer Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: The State of Insanity	The hot rumor is that Fulham is looking at loaning Altidore for the year, because he might have trouble breaking into the first team this year.. would be really nice. (Don't think Altidore will get a warm welcome in Spain after that goal ) __________________ Check out Foz's New Video Game Site, An 8-bit Mind in an 8GB world! http://an8bitmind.com

06-24-2009, 03:22 PM	#27
Karlifornia Grizzled Veteran Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: San Jose, CA	Spain is always in your face, on every inch of the pitch. Gonna have to make some better passes out of their own end. Besides that, great match to watch! It's been a while since I've watched a game that didn't result in severe nausea, so this has been a pleasant surprise. 45 and change to go. Do it! __________________ Look into the mind of a crazy man (NSFW) http://www.whitepowerupdate.wordpress.com

06-24-2009, 03:23 PM	#28
Big Fo Pro Rookie Join Date: Jan 2005	Good stuff in the first half, after the break we need to be more calm in possession and quit hitting so many long balls out of defense. Altidore is beasting his Villarreal teammate Capdevilla.

06-24-2009, 03:43 PM	#30
cartman Death Herald Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Le stelle la notte sono grandi e luminose nel cuore profondo del Texas	Playing to not lose almost never works. __________________ Thinkin' of a master plan 'Cuz ain't nuthin' but sweat inside my hand So I dig into my pocket, all my money is spent So I dig deeper but still comin' up with lint

06-24-2009, 03:44 PM	#31
Cringer Grizzled Veteran Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Edinburg,TX	% beg you guys to point me towards an online recording of this game later if anyone sees one. I am not home to watch the game, so sad about this. __________________ You Stole Fizzy Lifting drinks! You bumped into the ceiling which now has to be washed and steralized, so you get NOTHING! You lose!

06-24-2009, 03:50 PM	#34
Big Fo Pro Rookie Join Date: Jan 2005	We play a lot better with two strikers. 4-3-3 and 4-2-3-1 hadn't worked out and I'm glad Bradley made the switch against Egypt and kept it for today. Some key blocks from our defenders are helping Howard, who's still had to make some key saves.

06-24-2009, 04:00 PM	#38
Big Fo Pro Rookie Join Date: Jan 2005	Dempsey 2-0 fuck yeah

06-24-2009, 04:00 PM	#42
chesapeake College Starter Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Arlington, VA	GOOOOOOOOOOOOAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAALLLLLLLLLLLLL!!!!!!!!

06-24-2009, 04:01 PM	#43
BrianD Grizzled Veteran Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Appleton, WI	Is that game?

06-24-2009, 04:01 PM	#46
Celeval Pro Starter Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Cary, NC, USA	Sweeeeeeeeeeeeeet.

06-24-2009, 04:02 PM	#47
cartman Death Herald Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Le stelle la notte sono grandi e luminose nel cuore profondo del Texas	Somebody check on Icy, I'm worried __________________ Thinkin' of a master plan 'Cuz ain't nuthin' but sweat inside my hand So I dig into my pocket, all my money is spent So I dig deeper but still comin' up with lint

06-24-2009, 04:03 PM	#48
Karlifornia Grizzled Veteran Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: San Jose, CA	Damn I'm so glad I woke up for this. I almost just went back to sleep. __________________ Look into the mind of a crazy man (NSFW) http://www.whitepowerupdate.wordpress.com

06-24-2009, 04:05 PM	#50
Karlifornia Grizzled Veteran Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: San Jose, CA	The vuvuzelas are still terrible, though. __________________ Look into the mind of a crazy man (NSFW) http://www.whitepowerupdate.wordpress.com

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