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Cahill got a yellow. He had one last game too, so now he has to sit the next game, against Spain. Very unlikely for Australia to escape this group, but it's a shame Cahill can't play in their last one.

Just saw the highlight. Amazing one-timer with the left foot! That's MLS representing.

Well, if you project Netherlands as the winner of group B and Italy as the winner of group D, then it is in fact Italy that they will most likely face in the quarterfinals, so I see why you are saying that. And that game will take place on Saturday 7/5. No way in hell I will miss that one.

Good games today. Curious to see what Netherlands will show against Australia (noon ET). And Spain vs. Chile at 3pm ET. Was the 5/1 loss a fluke or is the dream over?

Yes, I think you're right. But look at all the trouble and heartache this dumb B word has caused. Unforgiveable.

She sold the guy's dog on Craigslist? While he was deployed in Afghanistan? Holy **** That's upsetting.

You truly do not know what you're talking about. You're trying to trash something you don't understand. Here's a fact for you: the people who enjoyed watching yesterday's Mexico Brazil game actually did enjoy it. They're not making it up. It's not a conspiracy to trick people into getting wrapped up in something that they will eventually discover to be not worthy of their attention. If you don't like it, don't watch it. Look at the people you're arguing with--we are the fans of this game. Are you surprised that we aren't agreeing with your idiotic crusade? Get a grip, man. When you go on and on about it, you sound like somebody's ditzy wife who doesn't like sports and resents that her husband gets enjoyment from it. I feel like saying to you, "here, take the credit card--go buy yourself a new handbag. Just leave me alone--I'm watching the game!"

Yes, they took chances. Brazil did not want a draw, believe me. They had many good shots. The Mexican keeper was the hero in this one. Mexico is happy to get a point, but to their credit, they were pushing for a winner late instead of just killing the clock. This was a good game. Both teams played with the right spirit.

Goddammit, you lousy son of a so-and-so! How many times do I have to say it? The mods are gonna hear about this. I don't have to put up with all this constant abuse. I'm not normally a violent person, but you mark my words: I am going to murder every single person you've ever loved and I'm gonna chop them up and prepare them in a gourmet retatta (the full one hour kind--not that instant crap) and serve it to you! Got it? How you like your Billy Ocean now?

Ochoa!

My...my...my...my...WHOOOO!

Mexico holding on (0-0 at halftime). I'm rooting for them to do well. I just like to see Brazil frustrated. Also, I want USA, Mexico and Costa Rico to represent for CONCACAF. (Honduras can go to hell, those cheap thugs)

Sure. Can't live forever.

Belgium not living up to the hype so far. Down 1-0 to Algeria.

Get this political ax-grinding garbage off the soccer forum!

I don't understand what was going on with the US. They usually rely on great conditioning. It's like somebody put something in their gatorade yesterday with the muscle strains. Altidore, Besler, Johnson, Bedoya all were gimping around.

Thanks, CBF! Sorry for your team. That was a rough showing. I don't know what will happen on Sunday. The winner of this game (if there is one) will probably be the team to advance along with Germany. Yeah, that was a very weird game. The US looked way too sloppy with their passing. Bradley had a very poor showing. It's very fortunate that they were able to grind out three points through sheer effort. I'm glad Ghana is out of the way. There are just a really brutal team to play. Doesn't look good for Jozy.

**** you're right. I forgot. Edited now...

!@#$ me, that was a grueling game. That was a crazy fight of a soccer game. I knew it wouldn't be easy. Nice three points! Hurts about Jozy and I feel for him. Bradley made a lot of sloppy touches. Something about Ghana just makes the US look bad. But they fought through it. Beautiful finish! I'm so happy for Brooks. Men of the match: 1. Jones 2. Cameron 3. Howard 4. Dempsey 5. Brooks

Looks like we had our first dud game. Iran 0 - Nigeria 0.

Ah, I get it. so you're posting illiterately.

I think the US will show well. It's just a matter of if and how many of their chances find the back of the net. I'm gonna say 2-1 USA.

good point

It seems you watch a lot of a game you don't like and don't respect. If you can't talk yourself out of watching soccer games, how do you expect to change anyone else's mind?

The women's international games are great to watch. Great soccer--very entertaining. I hope you feel the same way tomorrow.