United States moves to fifth

beaveman · 03-15-2006, 03:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Jose Luis Luviano

We'll slide back down the ratings next month after Germany beats us.

Don't you mean IF, with how Germany has been playing as of late?

Jose Luis Luviano · 03-15-2006, 03:55 PM

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Originally Posted by beaveman

Don't you mean IF, with how Germany has been playing as of late?

If Germany loses to us or even ties us, the best that Klinsmann and his players can hope for is to be buried in an unmarked grave so that their final resting place isn't vandalized.

beaveman · 03-15-2006, 05:11 PM

I'm not saying the chances are in our favor, but I do think we have a reasonable chance of at least tying Germany next week. A win would be very optimistic, but now is definitely our best chance ever at a positive result.

*EDIT*
OK, I just saw the post about the squad - IF we had a full squad, our chances would be much better. Now, somewhat slimmer odds of a tie - but I still have faith!!!

keyph · 03-16-2006, 01:58 AM

Germany is in absolutely awful form as of late, note the 4-1 drubbing they received from Italy. To suggest so lightly that an in-form U.S. team will lose is just not sound thinking. And don't forget about the added pressure the Germans will feel playing in front of disgruntled home fans and a sour Bekenbaur. If we continue to play with pace and creativity we should have no problem with Germany.

prk166 · 03-16-2006, 06:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Jose Luis Luviano

If Germany loses to us or even ties us, the best that Klinsmann and his players can hope for is to be buried in an unmarked grave so that their final resting place isn't vandalized.

The Germans are gumpy. They'd probably do that even if they won WC06.