Monthly Archives: June 2010

World Cup: England-United States Preview

Given my allegiances to the United States, this game deserves the usual preview that I do for all of the US’s games. I will also be having a Live Commentary during the game. The game is certainly built up and

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Live Commentary: Uruguay vs. France

The second half of Group A gets started this afternoon as France faces Uruguay. The game should have a lot of attackers like Forlan and Suarez for Uruguay and Anelka and Ribery for France.

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Live Commentary: South Africa vs. Mexico

The cup is finally here and it gets started with the hosts South Africa facing Mexico. I will be providing commentary on both matches today on the opening day of the tournament. Feel free to leave your thoughts in the

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World Cup: Day 1 Preview

It is finally here. Tomorrow it begins. Group A gets it started with all four teams playing on the opening day. The hosts should certainly set a great atmosphere for the start of the game. Here is a closer look

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World Cup Preview: Knockout Stage I Know The Score

I made my predictions for the group stage, but now before the tournament starts, I am going to predict my champion. At this point, picking the games becomes difficult (and sort of pointless given the match-ups aren’t set) as every

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World Cup Preview: Group Stage I Know The Score

When the draw came out, I made my initial predictions picking Spain to win. However, that was 6 months ago. The World Cup starts tomorrow, so now it’s time to make my predictions given what I know now and based

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Major League Soccer: Gameweek 12 Preview

Major League Soccer is fitting another quick round of games before going on break for the World Cup Group stage. Last week, Los Angeles showed their power once again by scoring a 4-1 victory over Houston. Meanwhile, Columbus struggled getting

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World Cup 2010 Preview: Player and Team Predictions

Before I get to predicting the games themselves, I wanted to take a look at some of the players and teams that I expect to stand-out whether it be for good or bad reasons in the tournament. In addition to

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World Cup Preview: Chile

Chile are the final team in Group H and the final of my previews. They are an offensive side and finished second in CONMEBOL to qualify. They appear to be an exciting team to watch and a team I am

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World Cup Preview: Honduras

Hondruas is the third team in Group H. This is their first World Cup since the 80s. They have a decent number of players in the top leagues in Europe, but still needed a dramatic goal from the US against

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