Huge Win For The USA!

There is no other way to say it: had Donovan not scored in the 90th+ minute, USA and Algeria were headed home. Fortunately Donovan capitalized on Dempsey's (who had a goal taken away earlier in the match for supposedly being offsides - good job stupid ref) rebound which led to some huge celebrations for Bob Bradley's side. In addition, England also got their first group match over Slovenia and because of the USA win, Slovenia will NOT be advancing. Obviously, another weak showing of officiating in the Algeria - USA game. Check out the video below: you got to love the commentary!



However, what will it take for USA to do well in the next round against what, right now, looks to be either Ghana or Germany? Personally, I have been saying this for a while; Edson Buddle should have gotten in to the starting rotation last week because he is a very good player who Bradley has severely overlooked. Get him in with Altidore and I can almost guarantee you the USA will get to the Quarterfinals. Bradley, if you don't start him, I have no reserve in saying you will NOT advance.

What to expect in groups E-H?
1. Group E: Netherlands face last place group members, Cameroon; Holland will win. Japan faces Denmark; I'm thinking Japan's current form might change for the better and they get a win.
2. Group F: Same situation as the USA - England group. To win you have to advance (Paraguay, Italy, New Zealand, Slovakia)
3. Group G: Brazil is in, North Korea is out. Portugal plays Brazil, Ivory coast plays North Korea. Portugal needs at least a tie.
4. Group H: Spain better beat Chile and the Swiss will hope to beat Honduras...if they do, Spain may not be advancing.

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