This from Tim Carroll in the Cities ...

>As I stated earlier, Argentina lack nothing. So long, Serbia &
>Montenegro. And nice red card, Kezman. Way to show your character.
>
>I'm still not convinced by The Netherlands. It feels like they are
>putting in just enough to win. I wonder what else they have in reserves,
>because they will need it.
>
>Mexico is like my Subaru Outback that is sitting idle in the street. They
>can't go forward with any authority. Oh sure, they move, but not without
>substantial grinding. I blame the transmission for the Outback
>problem. Don't know how to diagnose Mexico though.
>
>Portugal is a desperately uncreative side for all the supposed talent they
>possess. Very average.
>
>And even at the World Cup level: Ronaldo = Divealdo! Sad that the boy
>has such severe balance issues. Perhaps he should see an orthopedic
>specialist to have his boots fitted with some sort of custom balancing
>inserts. He should bring along Figo to his appointment as well.
>
>And this ESPN2 announcer's Dick Vitale exclaimation bit is wearing really,
>really thin. Gotta give Joe Six Pack non-soccer fan something they can
>relate to I suppose.