Wednesday, June 28, 2006

The Quarter-finals...

After some exciting action in the Round of 16, the FIFA World Cup of Soccer is reaching the Quarter-finals this weekend. Here are my predictions...

Germany vs. Argentina: The Germans looked very strong in their last match against Sweden, while Argentina was lucky to escape from Mexico. The Germans have the home field, the home crowd, and a lot of momentum. In typical World Cup style, Argentina will edge them out with a late goal.

Pick: Argentina (Score: 2-1)

Italy vs. Ukraine: Italy is a perpetual soccer power house, while the Ukraine are the new kids on the block. I am no fan of Italian soccer with it's "defense first" style, but an early goal in their favour means they can lock the door quickly. Unfortunately for the Italians, I feel the Ukraine will get the early goal, one from which the Italians won't be able to recover.

Pick: Ukraine (Score: 1-0)

England vs. Portugal: I have said time and time again that the English are overrated. I still strongly feel that way. In saying that, the heated game the Portuguese had against the Dutch has left their team emotional and with some suspended scorers. The English will bow out, but not this match.

Pick: England (Score: 1-0)

Brazil vs. France: A much anticipated rematch of the World Cup finals in 1998. The French took the title that year, and they are coming off a dramatic win against Spain. The Brazilians are, as always, the class of the field. They have deep talent, unparalleled ball control, and are the five time world champions. Unfortunately for French fans, this is not the round for Brazil to be eliminated.

Pick: Brazil (Score: 3-1)

5 comments:

Anonymous said...

I like your predictions, except that I think that Italy will score a goal in their game vs Ukraine.....but I'm not necessarily predicting Italy to win....but I DO predict Portugal to beat England.

Cheers,

Nathan

Super Dave said...

You are such a kiss of death!

LALALALALALA I can't hear you LALALALALALALALA

Chad Pederson said...

Okay, so I'm 0-2. I still have a chance to redeem myself tomorrow!

Walter Schultz said...

Chad,

Vee have vays of making you German!

Super Dave said...

You SUCKS!!!!!!

You are so consistent. 0-4. Stop the madness.