Obviously, we’ll all root against Germany when they play the US. But, as Ben Tracy writes, when that isn’t the case, there are plenty of reason to cheer for die Mannschaft.
Tag: 2014 World Cup
Notes from Curtin presser, controversial officiating in WC opener, Gulati says US not approached by FIFA for 2022 WC, more
Notes and quotes from Jim Curtin’s first press conference. Officiating the story after World Cup opener. US Soccer prez says FIFA has not asked US to prepare organizing committee in case 20022 WC taken from Qatar. More.
World Cup Predictions: Group Stage – Round 1
With the World Cup finally upon us, PSP begins our tournament-long competition against members of the Philadelphia Union and the local soccer media to see whose ability to predict results reigns supreme.
It’s here! World Cup news, Union news, MLS news, USA news, news news
It’s World Cup time! News from Brazil, Union, MLS, USA news. Latest Blatter blatherings. More news.
Second Teams: Nigeria
After winning the African Cup of Nations in 2013, Nigeria comes into the World Cup boasting a stout, organized defense mixed with plenty attacking flair. Guest contributor Amobi Okugo makes the case that Nigeria has the best chance for success in Brazil of any African team.
Second Teams: Costa Rica
For the next of our CONCACAF brethren at the World Cup, Barb Colligon takes us through her beloved Costa Rica.