Mexico v Argentina

[Farkmaster]

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If Mexico could get one, they do have the quality to at least worry Argentina. They've certainly got good striking from distance.
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I reckon that Argentina are more likely to score another one or two. Still, a Mexico goal could make it interesting.
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Hope more than expectation from me. Credit to Mexico for fighting it out though, rather than feeling sorry for themselves (England).

Off the line just as I type this.

 

[Stulikesdrums]

Mexico are going to start flying into the tackles now.
This is going to get messy I fear.

 

[the count]

The manc scores for Mexico.

 

[Farkmaster]

Hernandez, lovely turn and strike.

Ugh, forgot he was Manchesters new guy.

 

[Stulikesdrums]

Lovely finish.

 

[Farkmaster]

There are still significant questions about Argentina's defense. They've failed to keep clean sheets, and do buckle some under intense examination. How will they do against better opposition?

 

[keniget]

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There are still significant questions about Argentina's defense. They've failed to keep clean sheets, and do buckle some under intense examination. How will they do against better opposition?
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It could be argued that Germany have the same problem. Hopefully this will produce a brilliant game for the neutrals.

 

[Farkmaster]

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[quote author=Farkmaster link=topic=40766.msg1127348#msg1127348 date=1277668930]
There are still significant questions about Argentina's defense. They've failed to keep clean sheets, and do buckle some under intense examination. How will they do against better opposition?
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It could be argued that Germany have the same problem. Hopefully this will produce a brilliant game for the neutrals.
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Looking forward to it.

 

[the count]

[quote author=keniget link=topic=40766.msg1127350#msg1127350 date=1277669112]
[quote author=Farkmaster link=topic=40766.msg1127348#msg1127348 date=1277668930]
There are still significant questions about Argentina's defense. They've failed to keep clean sheets, and do buckle some under intense examination. How will they do against better opposition?
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It could be argued that Germany have the same problem. Hopefully this will produce a brilliant game for the neutrals.
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Argentina v Germany really is a mouthwatering prospect now.

 

[SaintGeorge67]

Should be a cracker

 

[doctor_mac]

Too close to call. Oezil will find space between their lines, but equally, that Argentinian forward unit could cause havok in the German defence if they get the ball there. Frightening to think Messi hasn't really got going yet, and Argentina have cruised.

I'd have the Mexican LB no probs, and yer man Barrera looked very good. United look like they've picked up a cracking player too unfortunately.

 

[Judge Jules]

I have a feeling the Argies will just know too much. Their defence is admittedly not their strongest suit this time, but they're Argies so they'll know how to make up for that to some extent by using the dark arts of the game, whereas I can't see the German defence coping with the Argie front runners at all. 2-0 Argentina.

 

[IGotALuvlyBunchOfCoconuts]

Germans and the Argies looks like a really promising game. Both are good offensively.
I hope the Germans win.

 

[Jürgen4PM]

I think i tipped the Argies to win the WC, but now i can't help but think they'll come unstuck when they meet a team with a decent back four.

 

[jimmy]

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I have a feeling the Argies will just know too much. Their defence is admittedly not their strongest suit this time, but they're Argies so they'll know how to make up for that to some extent by using the dark arts of the game, whereas I can't see the German defence coping with the Argie front runners at all. 2-0 Argentina.
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A duel between two enemies for you Englishmen... 😉

I'd do with Argentina. (hope I'm not jinxing them...)

 

[Judge Jules]

Haha yeah. We beat them on the battlefield but can't do it on the football field apparently.

I'd prefer Argentina to win purely for the sake of Masher and Maxi. Otherwise it's the ultimate "couldn't give a f'ck" game for an Englishman.

 

[jimmy]

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Haha yeah. We beat them on the battlefield but can't do it on the football field apparently.

I'd prefer Argentina to win purely for the sake of Masher and Maxi. Otherwise it's the ultimate "couldn't give a f'ck" game for an Englishman.
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My mom was born in Argentina, so I'm a bit biased I guess.
Also prefer watching their football.

 

[Judge Jules]

Well, my mum was born in Germany, so perhaps I should reconsider. 😉

 

[kingjulian]

I think i would root for Germany. I like both Argentina and Germany. Shite I like Holland, Ghana, Spain and Japan too. Usually when a worldcup starts i just can't decide who to support. So i would be happy with anyone but Brazil and Portugal winning.

Usually i like underdogs. Not many people gave Germany a chance before the start of the tournament. We even had a thread on world-cup aphorisms, and how Germany will come unstuck big time. I'm going to stick out for Germany just for that reason.

 

[Mamma Mia]

The Mexican fans are great. A party follows them everywhere they go!

I was sat amongst a great bunch last night. Never stopped cheering, no bitterness at the poor decision, and were celebrating as much as the Argies after the final whistle.

I'll miss having throngs of them bringing the fun around JHB.

 

[LadyRed]

Argentina all the way for me now.

 

[Judge Jules]

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The Mexican fans are great. A party follows them everywhere they go!

I was sat amongst a great bunch last night. Never stopped cheering, no bitterness at the poor decision, and were celebrating as much as the Argies after the final whistle.

I'll miss having throngs of them bringing the fun around JHB.
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Good stuff. Restores (at least partially) one's faith in human nature in general and in that of football fans in particular.

 

[SummerOnions]

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I think i tipped the Argies to win the WC, but now i can't help but think they'll come unstuck when they meet a team with a decent back four.
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I'm not so sure Germany's is. Friedrich is a bit shit, and Mertesacker is slow as fuck.