I haven't blogged in a while. However, after the World Cup final, I suddenly have the urge to express my opinion on the most watched event of the world...
So here goes!
Best Game - Germany defeated Argentina (1:1, PSO 4:2)
This quarterfinal game saw Germany came back to scored with only ten minutes remaining. There was entertaining drama and fantastic soccer. In the end, everyone was crying for Argentina.
Ugliest Game I - Australia tied Croatia (1:1)
With so much at stake, both teams were going all out. Sparks were flying and tension was in the air. By the last minutes of the game, every player was pushing and shoving. One Croatian player even got three yellow cards before he got sent off the field.
Ugliest Game II - Portugal defeated Netherlands (1:0)
If you have seen this game, I don't have to say much. This game seemed to involved elementary school kids trying to cheat when their gym teacher wasn't watching. There were too many injuries that six minutes were added in the end. Worst game hands down.
Most Disappointing Game - Australia defeated Japan (3:1)
As an Asian, naturally I would love to support my fellow Asians. However, watching Japan conceded three goals in the last eight minute of the game, I could only blame that the Japanese team is just too short.
Most Boring Game - Argentina tied Netherlands (0:0)
Billed as the most anticipated game in the preliminary. However, with the best players being substituted and both teams qualified for the next round, this game hardly lived up to its name.
Biggest Upset - Sweden tied Trinidad and Tobago (0:0)
Shame on you, Larsson, Ibrahimovic, and Ljungburg for not able to score against the Soca Warriors.
Biggest Flop - France defeated Brazil (1:0)
The Dream Team has gone down. Brazil losing in soccer is equivalent to Canada losing in hockey or China losing in... um... ping pong? You get the point.
Best team - France
I'm a French Fan, so they're getting my vote no matter what. Being overshadowed by their terrible performance four years ago, they still managed to go all the way to the final game. It's funny that eight years after their 98' victory, I'm still seeing the same French players on the field. They must be exhausted and no wonder Zidane went nuts and started headbutting other players. Nevertheless, they are still the coolest team in my eyes.
Worst team - Saudi Arabia
They suck. Period.
Most Pleasant Surprise I - Ghana advancing to second round.
A typical African team, Ghana was quick with the ball and made many powerful shots. Upsetting the Czech gave new life to this somewhat lack lustre World Cup Tournament.
Most Pleasant Surprise II - Francessco Totti's new hair cut
This Italian player's usual long rugged hair became history. Current his clean new look got many people talking. Too bad it was his look and his ankle injury that stood out and not his usual flair with the ball.
Most Unpleasant Surprise - Ukraine advancing to the quarterfinals.
Andriy Shevchenko does not equal to 11 people. Enough said. They don't deserve to be there.
Most Overrated Team - England
Everyone loves England. They always grab the attention from the media. Well, they never got mine. The way they played was somewhat disappointing, especially they were very confident that this was their year. Never did they have the performance to back up that claim. Rooney, overrated. Lampard, overrated.
Best Jersey - Cote D'Ivoire
A slightly lighter orange than the one on the Dutch Jersey, the whole outfit seemed sharp but not overly expressive.
Worst Jersy - Croatia
It must have taken a lot of national pride for the Croatian to put this jersey on.
New Found Favourite Player - Kaka (Brazil)
He may seem like your average geek but he's no geek when it comes to handing a soccer ball. He's an amazing attacking midfield.
Can't wait til South Africa 2010!
