Tom Lawrence
Yesterday was not a good day for the football. First South Korea out and then USA. Needless to say I was not a happy bunny when I heard the news.
Teams I’ll Be Rooting For:
USA: That’s right, because you guys actually deserve a chance. The US were able to reach the quarter finals in 2002 and I’d say their current squad definitely stands a good chance of making it into the second round with England (right?). It’s gonna be tough from there on but I’ll be sure to keep my eye on them and root for one of the underdogs of this sport. And don’t forget: Rivers Cuomo believes in you! That’s gotta count for something guys.
North and South Korea: Nothing would please me more than to see these two teams duke it out in the quarter finals or something. Sadly, both of these teams have it ridiculously tough this year. North Korea is stuck in Group G with Brazil and Portugal (yeah, no chance) pretty much guaranteeing that they’ll be immediately out along with Côte d’Ivoire. South Korea on the other hand has a bit more of a fighting chance with Nigeria and Greece in their group and providing Argentina with three easy games into the second round. Even if we don’t get to see an unlikely battle between the two Republics of Korea, I hope for their success in a European dominated sport.
England: As I’m British, this one’s kind of a give-away. I see no reason why we our country’s team doesn’t have the ability to make it to the second round. From there on (depending who we’re paired up with) it’s a tough call as to how far we can go. England seems to be incredibly hit-and-miss, even when some of the team’s players are considered to be among the greatest footballers of our time. Be sure to stay on form!
On the theme of the June 11th World Cup kick-off and Nike adverts, here’s a Nike classic directed by Guy Ritchie. Definitely Nike’s finest commercial here.
This year’s World Cup promo rocks.
If this doesn’t get you psyched then nothing will.
new nike advert makes makes me remember that ronaldinho isn’t at the bloody world cup this year. pretty awesome ad anyhoo <3
I love the Nike adverts, they always get me psyched for the World Cup.
