Wie es geht (Predictions for the games of 6.16.2006)
Argentina v. Serbia and Montenegro
Argentina had little trouble dismissing the Ivory Coast, tallying twice before the Ivory Coast found the net late in the game. Argentina proved once again that they are a formidable opponent and practically invincible once they establish a lead. Although it's still quite early in the group round, Argentina, with their well-timed runs and a multitude of weapons in their arsenal, look primed to advance. SnM lost a good game to a spirited Dutch side in their opener. Oonce again, they'll have their hands full with Argentina and a 2-0 loss here won't help their cause. Better cancel those dinner reservations for the last week in June, dear.
Netherlands v. Ivory Coast
The Dutch came out swinging in their opener against Serbia and Montenegro. After Robben tallied early in the first half, the Dutch didn't get much accomplished. Nevertheless, they left the pitch with the 3 points they needed. The IC play exciting football but "exciting" is a door that swings both ways. With "exciting" you'll get strong, fast, attacking runs as well as defensive breakdowns. The IC had a touch of both in their game against Argentina, getting a little ahead of themselves early and, as a result, playing off balance. The Dutch smooth, technical style could prove to be frustrating for the Ivory Coast. If the Dutch play too conservatively, however, they could be surprised. The Dutch establish control early but can't hold off the Ivory Coast the entire game. A 2-1 Dutch victory sets up a colossal clash between the Netherlands and Argentina for the crown of Group C!
Mexico v. Angola
Mexico has to be happy with one of their best ever starts to a World Cup tournament, a 3-1 shellacking of Iran. Mexico struck first and, after a quick score by Iran shortly thereafter, it was all Mexico up to the final whistle. Even more impressive is that they scored the final two goals without Borgetti after he left the game early in the second half due to injury. There were some stretches of time where ball control seemed to be a problem but, overall, this performance was a good sign for fans of Mexico. Angola came out with an occasionally unorganized effort against Portugal and dropped a 1-0 decision to their former colonizers. They did have several good strikes (and one that probably stopped the hearts of many a Portugal fan) but shouldn't be too much trouble for Mexico after their morale-boosting first game win. Mexico wins 2-0 and is in good shape in Group D with their toughest game yet to come.
Argentina had little trouble dismissing the Ivory Coast, tallying twice before the Ivory Coast found the net late in the game. Argentina proved once again that they are a formidable opponent and practically invincible once they establish a lead. Although it's still quite early in the group round, Argentina, with their well-timed runs and a multitude of weapons in their arsenal, look primed to advance. SnM lost a good game to a spirited Dutch side in their opener. Oonce again, they'll have their hands full with Argentina and a 2-0 loss here won't help their cause. Better cancel those dinner reservations for the last week in June, dear.
Netherlands v. Ivory Coast
The Dutch came out swinging in their opener against Serbia and Montenegro. After Robben tallied early in the first half, the Dutch didn't get much accomplished. Nevertheless, they left the pitch with the 3 points they needed. The IC play exciting football but "exciting" is a door that swings both ways. With "exciting" you'll get strong, fast, attacking runs as well as defensive breakdowns. The IC had a touch of both in their game against Argentina, getting a little ahead of themselves early and, as a result, playing off balance. The Dutch smooth, technical style could prove to be frustrating for the Ivory Coast. If the Dutch play too conservatively, however, they could be surprised. The Dutch establish control early but can't hold off the Ivory Coast the entire game. A 2-1 Dutch victory sets up a colossal clash between the Netherlands and Argentina for the crown of Group C!
Mexico v. Angola
Mexico has to be happy with one of their best ever starts to a World Cup tournament, a 3-1 shellacking of Iran. Mexico struck first and, after a quick score by Iran shortly thereafter, it was all Mexico up to the final whistle. Even more impressive is that they scored the final two goals without Borgetti after he left the game early in the second half due to injury. There were some stretches of time where ball control seemed to be a problem but, overall, this performance was a good sign for fans of Mexico. Angola came out with an occasionally unorganized effort against Portugal and dropped a 1-0 decision to their former colonizers. They did have several good strikes (and one that probably stopped the hearts of many a Portugal fan) but shouldn't be too much trouble for Mexico after their morale-boosting first game win. Mexico wins 2-0 and is in good shape in Group D with their toughest game yet to come.
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