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Thats right the greatest tournament in the world is less than 2 days away!

USA Game Schedule
June 12th USA Vs England 2:30PM
June 18th USA Vs Slovenia 10AM
June 23rd USA Vs Algeria 10AM



My USA take-
This team has some great (but raw) young talent at striker, a solid midfield, a top class GK, the only downside to this team is the defense. They need to sort it out in the back, last world cup the achilles heel was the defense and it could very well be the same this time around. However, they have been able to train with a healthy Onyewu and possibly they sorted out the issues in training. I honestly believe if the team can come together mentally, they will be in the final 4.


My take on Italia-
Call them old, predict they wont make it out of groups, scold Lippi, tell them they have no chance with the Pirlo injury. Go ahead and do it, and they will prove you wrong again. This team is always doubted, they come out of the box slow, but peak at the best time. They drew a very easy group, easily won even without Pirlo who will be out the first 2 games. They have dynamic strikers in Gilardino and Di Natale, the best GK in the world, a top class d, and a solid mid. After groups they will have to most likely face Spain, Brazil, or Portugal in the next 2 rounds. It wont be easy, but its the world cup, Italy has been here before. Look for Italy to make it back to the final 4


Look for an upset in group A with France NOT advancing, Holland will make the final 4