World Cup semi-Finals.

[vangough05]

Don't awaken the bear. Beware of the hibernating bear. I have tried very hard not to gloat to loud yet. We aint in the second round and the true game is against Brazil. Stoogie still might have the last laugh yet

[aussieguy]

Go the SOCCEROOS....you bloody beauty!!!!!!!...and Italy beat ghana....shit what am I gonna do if they gotta play each other...not fair being an aussie with an Itlian background

[Guest]

(dummy_plug @ Jun. 13 2006,14:03) I have faith that we'll at least put up a good match against Italy.

Good for Italy that is - everything else would be more than a surprise!

[Mai-Kee]

BRAS:CROA 1:0
What a day! First the Frenchies couldn't even make one goal against SWITZERLAND?! and then this....
This was the most dissapointing performance in this championship so far! I wished the Croations would have scored at least one more point! Again another favorite (THE favorite) with a lame 1:0 win. This is so poor!!!

I hope Ivory Coast wins this championship!!!!!

MK

[Bit Beefy]

Thai gunman kills two noisy World Cup fans

BANGKOK, Thailand (AP) - Thai police are searching for a gunman who shot and killed two soccer fans at a beach resort after complaining they were cheering too loud during a broadcast of Italy's World Cup opener against Ghana, officials said Wednesday.

The two men, both Thais, were watching Italy's 2-0 win over Ghana at a restaurant Monday at the Thai beach resort town of Pattaya, and erupted in roars when Italy scored its first goal, said Panipha Wattakul, a girlfriend of one of the victims.

A man seated at a nearby table asked them to quiet down, prompting a heated argument during which the man pulled out a handgun and shot the soccer fans at point blank range, said Police Col. Somnuek Chanket, the Pattaya police chief. The victims were identified as Chamlong Rongsaeng, 30, and Somnuek Sonkun, 41.

Police know the identity of the gunman, who fled after the shooting, Somnuek said.

Thailand has never competed in the World Cup. But despite the Southeast Asian nation's poor showing on the international soccer stage, millions of fans are glued to their televisions during the World Cup and millions of baht (dollars) are spent on illegal betting, polls show.

Pattaya, about 110 kilometers (70 miles) southeast of Bangkok, is known for its beaches, its thriving sex industry and high crime rate

Source: Malaysian Star - 14 June 2006

[Bit Beefy]

(katoeylover @ Jun. 13 2006,08:08)  

You Lucky B------d!!!!

we are jeaslous!!

Glad you enjoyed it

Can i swear at him

[Mai-Kee]

I have a new favorite since 2 hours: Spain!!!
The only team that's worth supporting so far!

MK

[katoeylover]

(Bit Beefy @ Jun. 14 2006,19:33) Thai gunman kills two noisy World Cup fans

BANGKOK, Thailand (AP) - Thai police are searching for a gunman who shot and killed two soccer fans at a beach resort after complaining they were cheering too loud during a broadcast of Italy's World Cup opener against Ghana, officials said Wednesday.

The two men, both Thais, were watching Italy's 2-0 win over Ghana at a restaurant Monday at the Thai beach resort town of Pattaya, and erupted in roars when Italy scored its first goal, said Panipha Wattakul, a girlfriend of one of the victims.

A man seated at a nearby table asked them to quiet down, prompting a heated argument during which the man pulled out a handgun and shot the soccer fans at point blank range, said Police Col. Somnuek Chanket, the Pattaya police chief. The victims were identified as Chamlong Rongsaeng, 30, and Somnuek Sonkun, 41.

Police know the identity of the gunman, who fled after the shooting, Somnuek said.

Thailand has never competed in the World Cup. But despite the Southeast Asian nation's poor showing on the international soccer stage, millions of fans are glued to their televisions during the World Cup and millions of baht (dollars) are spent on illegal betting, polls show.

Pattaya, about 110 kilometers (70 miles) southeast of Bangkok, is known for its beaches, its thriving sex industry and high crime rate

Source: Malaysian Star - 14 June 2006

Just another great reason to visit this nirvana!!!

BTW Spain looked classy- hope they can keep it up as they usually stutter in major competitions

[dhz]

Fighting, power, speed, attack, never give up - Germany shows there great attributes again.  
And had made there lesson for getting a better defense.
The smallest was the best again: Philipp Lahm - and Chelsea want him.

[katoeylover]

(dhz @ Jun. 15 2006,04:27) Fighting, power, speed, attack, never give up - Germany shows there great attributes again.  
And had made there lesson for getting a better defense.
The smallest was the best again: Philipp Lahm - and Chelsea want him.

don't you mean "We were Lucky!!"

Poland down to 10 men, and you score in the 91st minute.

But as i always say, a win is a win whichever way it comes.

[dhz]

Kathoeylover..... you hadn`t seen this lots of chances before in this game ?
And a game goes until the end.

[vangough05]

Okay fellas. Austraia v Brazil.
In sports beting Australia is quoted at 9/1 wining .

I wish to bet Australia, any takers .

[Guest]

With Hiddink as Coach anything goes
Hm maybe i have to bet 10 Bucks that Australia gonna reachs the semi's
He did it with every Team before

[dommy6]

(aussieguy @ Jun. 13 2006,21:37) Go the SOCCEROOS....you bloody beauty!!!!!!!...and Italy beat ghana....shit what am I gonna do if they gotta play each other...not fair being an aussie with an Itlian background

hey same here.

But Aussies first.

The real stuff begins now. I expected to beat the Japs. I dont know how anyone could not agree.

Go Aussies(folloed by the

Ities)

[Guest]

Hi guys,

Just the list (ranked) of teams that impressed me so far:

1. Czech Republic
Powerful display and a total domination against the US, could be the darkhorse of this tournment.

2. Argentina
Tough first game, but they got 3 points and showed very good play for most of the game. Knowing that Messi, Teves and Aimar didn't even got the chance to play and still managed a comfortable win against giant IC.

3. Italy
Usually slow starters, had a good game against Ghana, and with Totti regaining his form, and Zambrotta and Gattuso returning to the team, they are very dangerous. And I'm biding on them to eliminate brazil.

4. Ivory Coast
Despite a loss, an excellent performance from them. Outplayed Argentina for long stretches. might still make it to second round.

5. Germany
6. Netherlands
7. Ecuador
8. Mexico
9. Portugal
10. England