6/11 World Cup

6/11 World Cup 2 matches in Group A tomorrow: South Africa/Mexico DRAW (+229) The host country is likely to be nervous and tight early in this one. Mexico had also played 8 friendly matches since May 1st and may be tired and not have their legs right away. Uruguay (+1/2) (-133) over France This France team is not the same team that was runner-up in 2006. Uruguay is a dark horse in this group.

[QUOTE=Shooter;22763] The host country is likely to be nervous and tight early in this one. [/QUOTE] Host teams are 14-0-5 in their openers. That's right, no losses, so I don't see a pattern of them being nervous and tight. True, some have been powerhouses expected to win, but this hasn't always been the case.

[QUOTE=OldTime'sSake;22764]Host teams are 14-0-5 in their openers. That's right, no losses, so I don't see a pattern of them being nervous and tight. True, some have been powerhouses expected to win, but this hasn't always been the case.[/QUOTE] I can see why that is after watching the first half and the refs blowing that offsides call when Mexico scored from the corner. Aye caramba!:eek:

that was offsides, the announcers didnt know the rules

He was not closer than the 2nd last defender. Even at worst, but I believe leg was extended. If Fowler and the ESPN crew's lips were any tighter discussing the call Frank Burns would have weeped of jealousy.

But it seems there is no argument from the other talking heads. Gotta be the most confusing rule in sports.

Insanity, you r correct. I missed the fact the header is a pass and at that point he was way offside. Wow was this last game a snoozer. Good day and good luck!

Shooter, great work. Thanks