2014 FIFA World Cup

[Hector]

Going by present standings...looks like Mexico is heading towards a clash with Netherlands, gulp. That one has me really nervous. The potent speedy Dutch strikers against the rather slow Mexican defense...on paper...it looks really tough for Mexico...but they do have the keeper of the moment, Ochoa...so hopefully he can cool down Van Persie and company...and have successful counter-attacks of their own.

[Hector]

Great game to watch! Mexico had many chances to defeat this rather dull and confused Brazil!

Congrats to Chile...now on to Netherlands, you guys could actually win the group.

Chile will have to beat Netherlands to win the group...but the Dutch wins the group with just a tie, due to goal differential.

Either way, looks like Netherland and Chile advances.

[Hector]

Chile 2...Spain 0.

Spain, defending World Cup champions..are eliminated.

Adios, Espana...

[Hector]

Australia gave Netherlands all they could handle, including scoring the goal of the tournament so far...but the Dutch's talent prevailed in the end...and won 3-2.

[clemso]

Even though England lost, that's not any England team i've watched in the last 20 years. England were, inventive, played a passing game and attack minded, it was only the left side of their defense that let them down.

Italy will soon be smashing the Brits with their usual lackluster way of playing, 9 defenders and 1 on forward. Not expecting to see any beauty on this match, but in a worldcup anything can happen. Gonna go grab a bag of chips, some Coronas, sit back and to enjoy!

[Hector]

Brazil 0, Mexico 0...

What a great game, yes, no score...but it was edge on your seat kinda game...Mexico's goalie...Guillermo Ochoa...wow...he must've saved about four clear goals...definitely the MVP for Mexico so far. Brazil dominated the first part...and Mexico really attacked in the second half...with Brazil always dangerous in counterattacks.

This draw was great for Mexico...all they need is at least draw with Croata (given that Croatia beats Cameroon), and they advance to the second round.

[Mongoose1983]

Great game to watch! Mexico had many chances to defeat this rather dull and confused Brazil!

[Hector]

OK, I'll be back at half time...can't watch this game and post...too nervous, lol.

[Hector]

First time I see Mexico wear red jerseys and black short combo.

[Hector]

In about half an hour, the game I 've been waiting for...the Olympic game final rematch (where Mexico won Gold)...Brazil vs Mexico.

I'm sooooooo pumped up!!!

Brazil vs Mexico...head-to-head all time (six draws):




GO MEXICO!!!!

[Mongoose1983]

The US started with the right foot. As it will happen with other teams I'm sure the boys will improve as the tournament develops. The winning goal was amazing!

Tomorrow it's going to be a pretty intense game between Mexico and Brazil. I'm very much hoping the green ones will find a way to defeat whatever the referee calls, because I'm sure the man will be on cheaters' side.

[megomania]

Unfortunately the US got manhandled between 1:00 and 85:00 minutes. Seriously outplayed. But take the points. Kudos. Will need to step it up vs Germany for sure.

[supes]

Whoo hoo! Go USA!!!!

[sprytel]

I loved how everyone was saying, "don't get crazy... just play for the point" and they went right out and took care of business.

[Hector]

USA, heart of lions, they never give up, never surrender, GO USA, baby!!!!