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The big game (Australia v Brazil) begins in only a few hours (2 am Sydney time)... all the hype, all the hope... can australia do it??? can we come away with a draw? or even a win?... well, im being optimistic and saying we can, but deep down i know that if brazil are in their element, we will probably go down... still, cant blame me for hoping... GO THE SOCCEROOS!!! ... im gonna be so stuffed tomorow mornin
Really? And what about all that talk about fairplay and against violence? Shame on you, FIFA!Originally Posted by Russielloyd
1 minute to the end of Croatia vs Japan, 0-0. Only a disaster will prevent Australia from qualifying.
Uhm, actually, assuming Brazil beat Australia, I wouldn't be surprised if Croatia then beat them in the third game as well, IF the Croats can start scoring. They don't seem to have an up-front talent to rival that of past heroes like Suker and Boksic which is a big shame, the main reason why they've failed to win either of their first two games, but if they start scoring against the Socceroos, they can come away with the victory and second qualifcation spot. But then, I guess I'm being kinda down on the Aussies here; they're not a bad side at all, but they lack any real depth in their squad, and I expect even an average performance from the Brazilians (that is, average for the Brazilians) can stump them. Still, the Aussies love a good battle, and I don't expect them to take this lying down. It promises to be a fascinating match.
And here's where I'll stay / For ten years and a day
We're on a quest to find hidden treasure / And mystery on The Wild Sea
half time: 0 - 0
Ronaldo is still fat!
This has been a pretty interesting first half, with Brazil still not blowing on all cylinders, but looking much more of a threat going forward. The star man of this half though has blatantly been Gus van Hiddink; you can see in Australia's formation shifts how well he's picked out the tactics they need for this match and has drilled them hard in it; the Aussie back four are doing pretty well, both Neill and Moore making great tackles, but going forwards, the Socceroos haven't been too inventive. Whenever they do get the ball out wide on the wing, they've rarely got a cross in, instead getting throw-ins or being dispossessed. If Australia are to score in the second half, it'll most likely come from a long range shot swerving past Dida, rather than some spectacular skill in the box. I'm looking forward to seeing Aloisi, and maybe Kewell coming on in this second half, but I'd also like to see Robinho and Juninho coming on to spark some more creativity in the Brazil attack.
I have to say, lookng at how van Hiddink has got the Aussies going in this first half, I'm revising my view of the Croatia vs Australia game; if the tactics are right (and Croatia ALWAYS play the same way), the Socceroos can pinch victory there and qualify. I think this may well become my favourite group.
And here's where I'll stay / For ten years and a day
We're on a quest to find hidden treasure / And mystery on The Wild Sea
You're horrible Croyles xD
The commentator said, in all earnestness, "What a riveting first half." :laugh: Brazil FAIL to sparkle; full credit to the Aussies, they have dug in for defence and are doing pretty well. They've had more shots on goal that Brazil, and honestly -- I don't remember Schwarzer making a save on shot at all. The critics are going to swarm all over Ronaldo for that shot he missed, and I feel awful for him.
I don't know what's wrong with this Brazilian team, touted to be the best in the world. And boy, they don't look it (compared to Argentina and Spain). Maybe in terms of individual achievement, skill and talent they have in the team -- but they haven't put any of that talent together to achieve something truly spectacular (yet), like people expected them to.
Last edited by Resha; 06-18-2006 at 06:58 PM.
History will show you that Brazil has always started slow in group qualifying. They'll come around eventually.
Yep. Form is temporary, Class is permenant. I'm suprised a supposed cricket fan like you, Pooja "Farter" Bharat isn't more aware of that phrase.
Aw.
Aw.Yep. Form is temporary, Class is permenant. I'm suprised a supposed cricket fan like you, Pooja "Farter" Bharat isn't more aware of that phrase.
Anyways, better second half. Jinxed Robinho, much? I love the name Fred. In a team full of hos and dinhos, a Fred...is beautiful.
Australia were brilliant today. They deserved at least a draw in my opinion. Kewell missed a sitter
Neill had an amazing game and it's just Blackburn's bloody luck, because teams will want to sign him if he keeps playing like that, damn it!
It's incredible how the team gets better with Robinho. He's a faster player than both Ronaldo and Adriano, and Fred did well in the few minutes he was in the game. Ronaldo and Adriano won't work together. Besides, I'd like to see Juninho on the team.
I'd believe more in our team if we played with Rogerio (I just can't trust Dida), Cicinho, Lúcio, Juan, R. Carlos, Gilberto Silva (or Mineiro), Zé Roberto, Kaká, Ronaldinho, Robinho and Adriano (or Fred), and Juninho playing in the second half. With the likes of Cafu, Ronaldo (playing like this) and Emerson we'll have problems.
Brazil underperformed once again, but were still the better team overall, particularly after the addition of Robinho. They still don't look like world-beaters though, and Australia were given plenty of space to create chances as the game wore on. I'd back Australia to qualify now, since they're more than capable of holding the Croatians off for ninety minutes based on their performances so far. But the Brazilians have to find their form pretty sharpish if they're going to go all the way this year.
"The most important and recognize player in the history of the country."
Sometimes I wonder what my life would be like if I were as great as Paulo Wanchope.
Well done to the Aussies!
I do feel sorry for Ronaldo, he seems to be so unfit.
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