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Friday, June 09, 2006 : Who Do you Support This World Cup?
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Mike says:
The Omen ain't scary... it isn't even a horror movie.
It's more of a action/adventure drama flick, but it was nice.
I like how the story goes, but the main character could have used a Phoenix Down or at least a godmode cheat code...
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Weeee... Football fans rejoice, this is the one sporting moment the all of us look forward to, the world over every four years.
The opening ceremony in Germany starts tonight and all you gotta do is kick back, relax and enjoy the ride.

I, on the other hand, am gonna have a busy month.
For one, I shall be losing alot of money this month, skipping school regularly and for the first time in my life, I will be paying attention to something other than girls.

But this post shall be cattered to the less enthusiastic audience of the World Cup; those that couldn't care less who wins but is just in it for the thrill (or the money).
So which team will you be supporting for this World Cup?
Need a suggestion?

You could do what I did 8 years ago and support the favourite team which is, who else but, Brazil...


Brazil's the most football mad nation in the entire world.
In a country where the World Cup is practically a chance to shine, every single soul here knows how to play the beautiful game, and everybody enjoys it.



Brazil's just filled to the brim with talented players like Robinho and Ronaldinho, and also proven goal scorers such as Ronaldo.


Brazil is so great, that they could field a second strength team and that second strength team would beat England down flat.
Let's not talk about Malaysia because, face it, Brazil could field their amateur little league players (not even their third, fourth or fifth strength squad) and they will beat us down flat.

It's nor surprise as how many people are fearing the strength of Brazil this World Cup, unless of course they're supporting Brazil in the first place.


But if you aren't supporting the favourites and wanna go for something a lil more local, you'll wanna support either South Korea or Japan.


South Korea


Japan

Personally, I'm not a big fan of Japan mainly because, most supporters of Japan in Malaysia don't know anything about football but are so crazily behind them because they love anime, and it drives me crazy to hear them chant "Go Naruto!" when watching a football match...

So my advice to you is, support Japan only if you have a reason to... and please, get to know the names of at least one or two players before embarassing yourself at the local bar by shouting out names of some Anime characters. It's Nakata, not Naruto. Duh..


South Korea, on the other hand, is a truckload of talent- genuine talent.
Ok I take my hat off to some Japanese players like Nakamura and Takahara, but the other players are just overated.

Now where was I? Ah yes, South Korea.

Coached by ex-Netherlands coach, Dick Advocaat, this nation's known for producing speedy and destructive players.
Don't get what I mean? Well, take a look at Park Ji-Sung for one, Manchester United's midfield dynamo.


One of the few reasons why Manchester United have been winning so many games, scoring so many goals and finished second in the English Premier League table.


Still haven't found a team to support? Why not try supporting the underdogs. Saudi Arabia anyone? No? How about Togo? Trinidad and Tobago?


Togo

Well if you do decide to support Saudi Arabia, know that they conceded 12 goals and scored none in the last Wolrd Cup in 2002. As for Trinidad and Tobago and Togo, this the first time those two nations are appearing in the World Cup.

Trinidad and Tobago

So, it doesn't matter which you support because all three could get knocked out in the first round. Then again, go ahead and support all three...
If you bet money on them and one goes through, you'd be laughing your way all the way to the bank.


On the other hand, if you feel that you don't wanna be left out in conversations with your friends, colleagues and work-mates, you should probably support England.
It seems that everyone supports England but I don't know why.


Of course the most famous footballer plays in England plus people watch the EPL throughout the regular football season, so I assume that must be the reason.


David Beckham... gets more involved in more publicity than football

Personally, England would be an alternate team for me to see win the World Cup.
I'm not supporting them, I'm just hoping they win if the teams I support get knocked out.


Still haven't made up your mind on who to support yet? You can always follow me...

I support the Oranje men from the Netherlands because they have one of the most attractive style of football, next to Brazil.


In the 1980's they were labelled the Brazil of Europe because of their Total Football policy, which means anyone can play anywhere.
Midfielders could convert to strikers, strikers could convert to goalkeepers, defenders could convert to referees...


Call me an ass but I also support Holland's European rivals, Portugal. Why?
Because I play for them lah!


"I say a little prayer or two..."

Lmao just kidding, but I do like their coach Luiz Phillipe Scolari, the big man behind Brazil's triumph in 2002.

Behind that psychotic mind is a genius...

The Portugal football team isn't packed with stars unlike the Netherlands, Brazil or Argentina.
They are however, a team that has the most bonded teamwork in Europe.
Take their performance against the Netherlands in Euro 2004 for example.


Last but not least, I support Australia because that's my country of birth and I'll be going there in about three years time to study..
Yealah not many of you knew that I lived there before setting foot on the equator, but this is only the second time Australia are in the World Cup.


Coached by Guus Hiddink (the guy who led South Korea to the semi finals in 2002) , this team is my pick to be one of the dark horses to cause many upsets and surprises.


If you still haven't made up your mind, go ahead and support the hosts Germany.
This year, Germany will be relying on their best player to steer them through.


Their best player by far...

I gotta warn though, you may not end up feeling any much richer than you were before even if Germany win all their matches.

For me though, I shall stick to my selection. What's your favourite team?

 

9 Comments:

Anonymous Anonymous said...

I support Japan ! because of the animes..

i also support Poland and Trinidad and Tobago, for the Saints players ( starting 11 or not)

Togo because i can win big money from them.

England ( or just theo walcott)

Brazil , because of Ronaldhino,Roberto Carlos and Kaka.

But mainly Poland and T&T XD

hm., I must be bored to be writing a long comment like this

June 09, 2006 9:55 PM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

Nice post...two more hours to world cup!!!

June 09, 2006 10:23 PM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

Btw,seng yau,u watch too much anime...
One more word bout tomao -chan or strawberry pinic I will block u in msn...

June 09, 2006 10:25 PM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

germany wont win!!


NOO!! *gasps*

*frantically calls frens n withdrawls bets*


jkjk



o well, i hav bets on quite a few teams, so.. no lost


ahaha

although u site is FREAKKIN informative regarding world cup-ness..



-shouldnt u be studying?-

ahaha

June 09, 2006 11:32 PM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Yawn Yawn Yawn. SoBorIng. Blah. Blah. Blah.

You look like you would fit in well with the South Koreans :P

June 10, 2006 12:32 AM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

Eh! Skyler, you shudup!

Seng Yau, you're living example of a Japan fan who only supports them cuz of Anime.

And Paulineeee, thanks for checking out my blog. Please come again.

June 10, 2006 2:52 PM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

Actually, I'm close to worshipping their culture XD

June 10, 2006 4:27 PM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

Their anime culture?

June 10, 2006 5:37 PM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

everything.which includes shoujo-ai, geishas,ero-games and their animes(and anime otakus),their hardworking lifestyle,all the hot japanese girls , the hot japanese girls in heavy metal,double-peddling,guitar soloing bands ( actually, only High and Mighty Color XD), and don't forget, the Yakuzas!!


So basically, i admire their cultures

June 12, 2006 7:21 PM  

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