Highly talked about as a favorite, though having never won a previous World Cup, the Dutch came onto the pitch with a fervor like non-other this morning in Johannesburg.
It was on an own-goal at the 46' minute, that got the Dutch started and then their second goal at the 85' minute by Dirk Kuyt. Denmark's Simon Poulsen headed in the ball off the back of teammate Daniel Agger.
Denmark did well enough to keep the Netherlands from the free-flowing high scoring team their fans have become accustomed to watching. But those goals are what will define winners over losers. Either way, great early morning soccer.
Monday, June 14, 2010
Horrifying Faith & True Blood
The third season of True Blood premiered last night. And oh, what a crazy time that was! I'm not going to get into a rehashing of what went on, because if you are interested in that episode then simply tune in to HBO and watch it. I would much rather talk about a few of the deeper aspects of this True Blood-iverse Alan Ball has crafted.
Firstly, I am a huge fan of Six Feet Under. I didn't get hooked into it until it was already released as a series encompassing boxed set. But it's better late than never. I absolutely cannot get enough of the meaty discussions Alan Ball is able to make surrounding life, death, relationships, and general human emotions. In Six Feet Under the conversation was blatantly how a family lives, to the fullest extent of the word, when they are constantly surrounded by others' death. One can also see this discussion encompassing the characters of True Blood, yet I find that to be considerably more comedic and light as opposed to a heavier nature of Six Feet Under, the laughs abounded for the Fisher household.
True Blood is able to disguise some of the actually terrifying elements of the human existence within its own world of the supernatural. Oddly enough it the organizations which viewers are most familiar with, that are down right horrifying in this bayou based storyline. One character's mother, Tara's, blindly carries on a faith which constantly masks any real, though heavily 'preached', good and does more harm to her own daughter than any of the presumed evil characters upon the show. This faith based evil was also carried out during the second season story arc of Jason Stackhouse's association with the evangelical-esque "Fellowship of the Sun". This group epitomized those perceived wholesome and devout organizations which then resorted to terrorist actions in order to claim some form of retribution against the vampires. These faith-based evils are far scarier to viewers than any supernatural evil, because they actually exist and thrive in the real world.
And that is all I have for viewers at this very moment . . . but check back here . . . or upon my own blog.
I'm sure to have some added True Blood based conversations soon!
Firstly, I am a huge fan of Six Feet Under. I didn't get hooked into it until it was already released as a series encompassing boxed set. But it's better late than never. I absolutely cannot get enough of the meaty discussions Alan Ball is able to make surrounding life, death, relationships, and general human emotions. In Six Feet Under the conversation was blatantly how a family lives, to the fullest extent of the word, when they are constantly surrounded by others' death. One can also see this discussion encompassing the characters of True Blood, yet I find that to be considerably more comedic and light as opposed to a heavier nature of Six Feet Under, the laughs abounded for the Fisher household.
True Blood is able to disguise some of the actually terrifying elements of the human existence within its own world of the supernatural. Oddly enough it the organizations which viewers are most familiar with, that are down right horrifying in this bayou based storyline. One character's mother, Tara's, blindly carries on a faith which constantly masks any real, though heavily 'preached', good and does more harm to her own daughter than any of the presumed evil characters upon the show. This faith based evil was also carried out during the second season story arc of Jason Stackhouse's association with the evangelical-esque "Fellowship of the Sun". This group epitomized those perceived wholesome and devout organizations which then resorted to terrorist actions in order to claim some form of retribution against the vampires. These faith-based evils are far scarier to viewers than any supernatural evil, because they actually exist and thrive in the real world.
And that is all I have for viewers at this very moment . . . but check back here . . . or upon my own blog.
I'm sure to have some added True Blood based conversations soon!
Saturday, June 12, 2010
Fantastic Dempsey GOAL!
Absolutley incredible goal that the Brits let slip past them! Nothing else to say! Fantastic!
Okay folks! USA v. England
Sadly, my plans to join the kids at my a fore mentioned Staten Island locale will have to root on without me. I know, it blows not to be watching this game with your best crew of mates, but I have no idea how long I will remain in Brooklyn, the greatest borough. Ergo, I am here in a bar abstaining from the black stuff, and absolutely loving the atmosphere.
We have gents in jerseys, the reliable white T, and everything in between. All looking for a cheaper pint! I'm currently broadcasting from the Keg & Lantern. Easily the best bar in all of Greenpoint.
Back to the 'most beautiful game'! Clint Dempsey is on the screen and for anyone to go through what he has to get to the World Cup stage, I whole-heartedly commend you sir. Also coming from a very hardworking and dedicated family structure I wish you the best and cannot wait to enjoy this match!
Rooney, yer hurt. You've had a long frickin' club season and you are not fully recovered. Period. As for England's head coach, a flippin' "I-tie" . . . I don't think your presence upon the British squad is deserved. How is it that the players must have a citizenship in order to play for their respective countries, but coaches are for hire?
Stupid!
More soon folks
JOSH here, USA v. England soon!
We have gents in jerseys, the reliable white T, and everything in between. All looking for a cheaper pint! I'm currently broadcasting from the Keg & Lantern. Easily the best bar in all of Greenpoint.
Back to the 'most beautiful game'! Clint Dempsey is on the screen and for anyone to go through what he has to get to the World Cup stage, I whole-heartedly commend you sir. Also coming from a very hardworking and dedicated family structure I wish you the best and cannot wait to enjoy this match!
Rooney, yer hurt. You've had a long frickin' club season and you are not fully recovered. Period. As for England's head coach, a flippin' "I-tie" . . . I don't think your presence upon the British squad is deserved. How is it that the players must have a citizenship in order to play for their respective countries, but coaches are for hire?
Stupid!
More soon folks
JOSH here, USA v. England soon!
Friday, June 11, 2010
Game 2 Recap: Uruguay v. France 0-0
Here is one thing that can certainly be said for this match . . . AMAZING DEFENSE by URUGUAY!
Absolutely fantastic defense by La Celeste! I am sure we will see some serious shots made by this team in the games to come.
There were zero points earned on either side. But some serious heart displayed on this pitch throughout their allotted time. I absolutely despise that Thierry Henry had the nerve to call a handball on Uruguay. I rejoiced when he told to simply shut up and play. What a first day!
Congrats for Uruguay again! Way to hold them Frogs!
Tomorrow shall be an absolutely rocking day of the 'beautiful game'! More on that later, but . . . we can look forward to Argentina's certainly raucous display, by their head coach and fantastic Lionel Messi! Not much to say on South Korea v. Greece . . . but I can assure I'll find some crazy garbage to fill your screen with . . . if you are even viewing this . . . which really . . . isn't catching fire yet . . . 1st day jitters . . . no worries!
AND THEN! at 1:30PM USA v. ENGLAND!!
need I say more? I'll kicking it in Staten Island for that scene rocking with the boys @
Absolutely fantastic defense by La Celeste! I am sure we will see some serious shots made by this team in the games to come.
There were zero points earned on either side. But some serious heart displayed on this pitch throughout their allotted time. I absolutely despise that Thierry Henry had the nerve to call a handball on Uruguay. I rejoiced when he told to simply shut up and play. What a first day!
Congrats for Uruguay again! Way to hold them Frogs!
Tomorrow shall be an absolutely rocking day of the 'beautiful game'! More on that later, but . . . we can look forward to Argentina's certainly raucous display, by their head coach and fantastic Lionel Messi! Not much to say on South Korea v. Greece . . . but I can assure I'll find some crazy garbage to fill your screen with . . . if you are even viewing this . . . which really . . . isn't catching fire yet . . . 1st day jitters . . . no worries!
AND THEN! at 1:30PM USA v. ENGLAND!!
need I say more? I'll kicking it in Staten Island for that scene rocking with the boys @
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Game 2: Uruguay v. France HALFTIME
There wasn't a whole lot that went on during this first half. Two yellow cards handed out, given out to Patrice Evra (12') & Franck Ribéry (19'). And that was about it . . . Certainly more shots on goal by the French but hopes are still high for Uruguay to fire one in past France's Hugo Lloris.
Josh here, Uruguay v. France 2nd Half on screen!
Josh here, Uruguay v. France 2nd Half on screen!
Game 2 prediction . . . URUGUAY
Certainly France has talent on their team . . . but . . . THEY SHOULDN'T BE HERE! Ireland clearly should have made the Cup in their stead. Thanks a lot blind FIFA refs . . .
moving on . . . Let's go 1930 World Cup Champs URUGUAY! The country of France has little love for their own eccentric head coach, and the team just about hates each other . . . TEAR THEM UP URUGUAY!!
Josh here, Uruguay v. France on the screen!
moving on . . . Let's go 1930 World Cup Champs URUGUAY! The country of France has little love for their own eccentric head coach, and the team just about hates each other . . . TEAR THEM UP URUGUAY!!
Josh here, Uruguay v. France on the screen!
Game One: South Africa v. Mexico 06.11.2010
What a first match! South Africa's Siphiwe Tshabalala scored the first goal in the 55' minute after a scoreless first half. This was certainly not to go unanswered, with Mexico's Rafael Márquez Álvarez's goal at the 78' minute. Which was all either team would allow. There were some very great shots on the net by both sides, and South Africa had an amazing chance that bounced off the wrong side of the post during that final minutes which surely would have sent the crowds into an already outstanding uproar!
Though I'm already over that damn buzzing of those horns . . . but do you South Africa!
It's fantastic to see such great soccer, right off the bat! Thank you ESPN for doing a great job producing HD telecasts of these games! It's looking amazing! IDK about these 3D options, personally I'd have to laugh at anyone who invited my to their house to watch any game, and require that I get myself a pair of expensive flipp'n glasses for an added experience? Whack! But either way, my thanks to ESPN thus far! Doing great on coverage and conversation!
I'm also a great fan of their podcast, which had been weekly . . . but is now being produced daily for the duration of the Cup. Check that here:
http://sports.espn.go.com/espnradio/podcast/archive?id=5052458
Enjoy . . . That's what I be watching . . . & listening to!
Josh here, watching stuff!
Though I'm already over that damn buzzing of those horns . . . but do you South Africa!
It's fantastic to see such great soccer, right off the bat! Thank you ESPN for doing a great job producing HD telecasts of these games! It's looking amazing! IDK about these 3D options, personally I'd have to laugh at anyone who invited my to their house to watch any game, and require that I get myself a pair of expensive flipp'n glasses for an added experience? Whack! But either way, my thanks to ESPN thus far! Doing great on coverage and conversation!
I'm also a great fan of their podcast, which had been weekly . . . but is now being produced daily for the duration of the Cup. Check that here:
http://sports.espn.go.com/espnradio/podcast/archive?id=5052458
Enjoy . . . That's what I be watching . . . & listening to!
Josh here, watching stuff!
And we are tied!!
Mexico has just tied up the match!! In the 78' minute Rafael Márquez nails one in! A crazy ten minutes remains . . . followed by who knows what!! be sure to stay tuned in!
GOAL!!!!
And the 1st GOAL at the 55' minute of the World Cup in South Africa goes to . . . SOUTH AFRICA!! Way to show up Siphiwe Tshabalala and all of the team! For a team whom wouldn't be at The Cup, aside form being the host nation they are performing against Mexico with an astonishing fervor! And that hard work is keeping "El Tri" (Mexican National Team) at bay and currently without . . . ! Fantastic! More soon! There is still plenty of soccer to be played here!
Just as it says . . . here is what I am watching!
Thrilling I know!
I am currently 23 years old and in a bit of a transitioning period in my life. But we will get to me later on. As the title claims, this is an odd outlet for what is going on in front of me and around me and, if it isn't too selfish, what goes on with me. That third part will certainly be a minimal aspect of this blog. You, the reader don't rightly care what I am up to? Do you? If so we will tailor the postings accordingly.
Moving right along. I am currently out on Long Island, NY. Where I have been primarily based at since the Fall of 2004. I went to Hofstra University, GO PRIDE! And majored in Film Studies & Production. I've had a string of jobs in the retail industry, and most recently with a web start up, that was a complete and total waste of my time. Alas, here I am with the rest of the viewers of the most 'beautiful game' catching the first match of the 19th FIFA World Cup in South Africa!
This being my first post, which absolutely no one will read . . . is being posted at the 31st minute mark of South Africa v. Mexico!
More to come shortly, perhaps some analysis . . . certainly random thoughts, and . . . maybe even a few fart jokes . . . ? Who knows?
Josh here, watching the World Cup in South Africa!
I am currently 23 years old and in a bit of a transitioning period in my life. But we will get to me later on. As the title claims, this is an odd outlet for what is going on in front of me and around me and, if it isn't too selfish, what goes on with me. That third part will certainly be a minimal aspect of this blog. You, the reader don't rightly care what I am up to? Do you? If so we will tailor the postings accordingly.
Moving right along. I am currently out on Long Island, NY. Where I have been primarily based at since the Fall of 2004. I went to Hofstra University, GO PRIDE! And majored in Film Studies & Production. I've had a string of jobs in the retail industry, and most recently with a web start up, that was a complete and total waste of my time. Alas, here I am with the rest of the viewers of the most 'beautiful game' catching the first match of the 19th FIFA World Cup in South Africa!
This being my first post, which absolutely no one will read . . . is being posted at the 31st minute mark of South Africa v. Mexico!
More to come shortly, perhaps some analysis . . . certainly random thoughts, and . . . maybe even a few fart jokes . . . ? Who knows?
Josh here, watching the World Cup in South Africa!