Tuesday, November 17, 2009

UEFA's Final World Cup Spots Go To....


Make love not war.
Well, we don't actually know yet. But, in the interim, we're going to give out our midterm report cards. Final exams will be given this Wednesday, November 18th.

Russia = B-; Slovenia = C. Russia looked like its in the drivers seat going 2-0 up, but Nejc Pecnik's late goal could be crucial for the second-leg at home.

Portugal = C +; Bosnia = C-. Portugal breathed a sigh of relief, after pulling out a 1-0 win at home, without Ronaldo and without any player able to exert influence in the midfield.

Greece = D-; Ukraine = D+. Greece looked impotent, and Ukraine was intent on matching them ineptitude for ineptitude. At the very least though, Ukraine can look to the positive of having the second-leg at home, while the Greeks have to figure out a way to keep from firing blanks.

France = B-; Republic of Ireland = C+. And, finally, France looked lucky after a fortuitous 1-0 away win. Although, Lass Diarra may want to watch out for Keith Andrews and any other hard-charging Irish players looking to work out their issues on the pitch.

Needless to say there is significant room for improvement....

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