Official World Cup, Champions League, Premiere League, La Liga, Ligue 1, Serie A, MLS Thread - Page 54 - The Orange Mane

maven · 06-27-2014, 07:35 PM

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Originally Posted by McDman

For the love of god please don't start stupid arguments in this thread. This is prettu much the only thread where everyone should be getting along!

Agree! When the US falls against Belgium, you can all root for:

Lestat · 06-27-2014, 07:38 PM

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Originally Posted by DHallblows

Let's not be silly folks, I would kill to face Ghana or Portugal again instead of Belgium. This will be without a doubt the toughest test we'll face this WC. (Germany going easy/rain resulted in a lackluster game). Us beating them may not be George Mason level of surprise, but it most certainly would be a 12 beating a 5. Can we all agree on that?

Oh and Dempsey has a broken nose, he can fall down and hold his face as much as he damn well pleases. (But having a true forward in there to allow Clint to show his true talents at mid would be nice for sure)

Our top talent is so young that the stars of team USA in the next WC likely are not starting right now. I cannot wait to see this team develop more and become a top team in the world.

You are correct, this will be a uphill battle. But to win, you first have to believe that you will.

maven · 06-27-2014, 07:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Broncomutt

Are you French Maven? Went to Paris in April and it is an amazing city.

I spent part of my life there. Yes, Paris is an amazing city. I return back to France when I can.

maven · 06-27-2014, 07:45 PM

Anyone with me rooting for Chile 2morrow? The tears would be so delicious if they won.

maven · 06-27-2014, 08:19 PM

So what do you think of the possible new ManU jersey?

broncocalijohn · 06-27-2014, 11:35 PM

For Mighty Smurf

SoCalBronco · 06-27-2014, 11:42 PM

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Originally Posted by broncocalijohn

For Mighty Smurf

That's awesome, John.

BTW happy bday.

SoCalBronco · 06-27-2014, 11:43 PM

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Originally Posted by maven

Anyone with me rooting for Chile 2morrow? The tears would be so delicious if they won.

Nope. Go Brazil

DivineLegion · 06-28-2014, 12:40 AM

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Originally Posted by maven

I do not see it. Physical, elite defense and goalkeeper.

Exactly, Belgium is more than just "a" guy, its a team of VERY talented players. The US doesn't have the midfield to dominate possession, they don't have the defense to silence an attacking opposition, and they don't have the attacking presence to keep up in a shoot out. They are a decent team, but they are by no means world class. A trip to the round of 16 makes me very proud, but beyond this point the US is simply out matched.

I say all of this for two reasons. First it keeps homers grounded (I hope), and second it shows how much a US win would mean on the world stage. If I sound like a pessimest, well, you don't really know international 'soccer', the USMNT aren't as good as at least 14 of the other 16 teams that qualified. That game against the Germans proved it. We are the world cup Browns at this point, we might pull a few things out of our ass, but we are no Peyton Manning led Broncos.

delany · 06-28-2014, 06:49 AM

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Originally Posted by DivineLegion

Exactly, Belgium is more than just "a" guy, its a team of VERY talented players. The US doesn't have the midfield to dominate possession, they don't have the defense to silence an attacking opposition, and they don't have the attacking presence to keep up in a shoot out. They are a decent team, but they are by no means world class. A trip to the round of 16 makes me very proud, but beyond this point the US is simply out matched.

I say all of this for two reasons. First it keeps homers grounded (I hope), and second it shows how much a US win would mean on the world stage. If I sound like a pessimest, well, you don't really know international 'soccer', the USMNT aren't as good as at least 14 of the other 16 teams that qualified. That game against the Germans proved it. We are the world cup Browns at this point, we might pull a few things out of our ass, but we are no Peyton Manning led Broncos.

Whatever bro. All I want is for the US to answer the bell. Come out and compete for the entire game. Do it with passion, aggressiveness and teamwork. They do that and I will be proud of whatever the score is.

Kid A · 06-28-2014, 07:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Lestat

Our top talent is so young that the stars of team USA in the next WC likely are not starting right now. I cannot wait to see this team develop more and become a top team in the world.

If they end up stripping Qatar and giving 2022 to the States...we'll almost certainly be looking at something never before seen: a USMNT with expectations to make it deep into the tournament.

Lestat · 06-28-2014, 10:14 AM

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Originally Posted by broncocalijohn

For Mighty Smurf

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Originally Posted by Kid A

If they end up stripping Qatar and giving 2022 to the States...we'll almost certainly be looking at something never before seen: a USMNT with expectations to make it deep into the tournament.

I think regardless of if we get the tournament rightfully awarded to us or not.
This WC has started a frenzy that will not be quenched and the expectations for the future will be to win the cup. Not just to compete and play well.
Hell, we just had a bunch of folks being embarrassed to advance on a loss. It will not take long for the US fans to desire being the best in the world.

Lycan · 06-28-2014, 11:39 AM

Brazil and Chile are going to penalties.

Lestat · 06-28-2014, 11:45 AM

Brazil is lucky that Chilean shot bounced off the post. Otherwise as Daarke said, they would be out. I almost had a USA feeling when I saw that shot go up.

Lestat · 06-28-2014, 11:55 AM

Wow, the post is giving Chile no love today.

SoCalBronco · 06-28-2014, 11:59 AM

Great game....glad Brazil survived.

ZachKC · 06-28-2014, 12:01 PM

An MLS goal keeper saves the day for Brazil in the World Cup.

Lestat · 06-28-2014, 12:04 PM

MLS is steadily improving. Hopefully it continues to get better each season and become one of the best in the world.

ZachKC · 06-28-2014, 12:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Lestat

MLS is steadily improving. Hopefully it continues to get better each season and become one of the best in the world.

Top 10 league in the world and getting better. Long ways to go but it's "ours" and I love it.

Lestat · 06-28-2014, 12:08 PM

Hold on, did I really just see that right on ESPN?
Suarez told the panel that he did not deliberately bite his opponent and that he has a bruise on his cheek and pain in the teeth?
Really? Really? b**** say what? Is this dude for real?

Lestat · 06-28-2014, 12:09 PM

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Originally Posted by ZachKC

Top 10 league in the world and getting better. Long ways to go but it's "ours" and I love it.

When I said best I meant top 2-3, I'm American and greedy dammit.

Bronc0guy · 06-28-2014, 12:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Lestat

Hold on, did I really just see that right on ESPN?
Suarez told the panel that he did not deliberately bite his opponent and that he has a bruise on his cheek and pain in the teeth?
Really? Really? b**** say what? Is this dude for real?

Sadly, yes.

Lestat · 06-28-2014, 12:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Bronc0guy

Sadly, yes.

That is about as believable as a guy telling his wife he slipped and feel into her best friend's p***Y.

spdirty · 06-28-2014, 12:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Lestat

Hold on, did I really just see that right on ESPN?
Suarez told the panel that he did not deliberately bite his opponent and that he has a bruise on his cheek and pain in the teeth?
Really? Really? b**** say what? Is this dude for real?

I believe him. I mean, sometimes weird **** happens. 3 times.

Lestat · 06-28-2014, 01:03 PM

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Originally Posted by spdirty

I believe him. I mean, sometimes weird **** happens. 3 times.

Lawyers, politicians and businessmen would believe him.

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06-27-2014, 07:45 PM	#1329
maven ★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★ Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 9,486	Anyone with me rooting for Chile 2morrow? The tears would be so delicious if they won.

06-28-2014, 11:39 AM	#1338
Lycan Omelette Dreamer Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 2,474	Brazil and Chile are going to penalties.

06-28-2014, 11:45 AM	#1339
Lestat Oreo Lucian Rockefeller Say what again! I dare you! Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Birmingham, AL Posts: 9,236	Brazil is lucky that Chilean shot bounced off the post. Otherwise as Daarke said, they would be out. I almost had a USA feeling when I saw that shot go up.

06-28-2014, 11:55 AM	#1340
Lestat Oreo Lucian Rockefeller Say what again! I dare you! Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Birmingham, AL Posts: 9,236	Wow, the post is giving Chile no love today.

06-28-2014, 12:01 PM	#1342
ZachKC For The Glory Of The City Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Kansas City Posts: 9,850 Adopt-a-Bronco: Eddie Kennison	An MLS goal keeper saves the day for Brazil in the World Cup.

06-28-2014, 12:04 PM	#1343
Lestat Oreo Lucian Rockefeller Say what again! I dare you! Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Birmingham, AL Posts: 9,236	MLS is steadily improving. Hopefully it continues to get better each season and become one of the best in the world.

06-28-2014, 12:08 PM	#1345
Lestat Oreo Lucian Rockefeller Say what again! I dare you! Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Birmingham, AL Posts: 9,236	Hold on, did I really just see that right on ESPN? Suarez told the panel that he did not deliberately bite his opponent and that he has a bruise on his cheek and pain in the teeth? Really? Really? b**** say what? Is this dude for real?