Bonobo Posted May 29, 2010 Report Share Posted May 29, 2010 An elderly English fellow just conned me into making this bet with him that the US would beat England when they meet at the world cup. Keeping in mind that I know F-all about football/soccer and not ripping me a new cornshoot, am I a complete fool? Or do I have any shot at winning? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pistolfli Posted May 29, 2010 Report Share Posted May 29, 2010 You have a shot. The US have a decent team, being English i obviously want England to win the match but wouldn't be shocked if the USA did. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irish_Carbomb Posted May 29, 2010 Report Share Posted May 29, 2010 There is nothing...I repeat NOTHING, that America can't do....Sit back and prepare to collect your money. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UFCisGSP Posted May 29, 2010 Report Share Posted May 29, 2010 Here's the deal. England is capable of beating any team in the world. But they are capable of losing to the most unlikely ones as well... The US team has exceeded expectations since 1994 and has a very solid base (players in shape no excuses, tactical discipline). They have a lot of potential, but they are missing the "one player"... the likes of Ronaldo, Messi, Xavi that takes a team to the next level. To get to the point :-) You got a 50/50 chance there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bonobo Posted May 29, 2010 Author Report Share Posted May 29, 2010 Okay, alright...I'm not feeling completely dejected about my ill-informed bet now. But the truth is I just don't know anything about the sport and he was telling me that the US has beaten England before in world cup play (I found out later it was in 1950 and he went on about how the US beat Spain (I think that's who he said they beat) this year and just beat Turkey, who he claimed were good (are they? I have no idea) and before I knew it I was shaking on a bet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ashdude26 Posted May 29, 2010 Report Share Posted May 29, 2010 Tbh its most likely you will lose this bet but there is a chance the US could win. so the chances are more likely England will win but you never know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danfitz07 Posted May 29, 2010 Report Share Posted May 29, 2010 They did very well against the likes of Spain and Brazil (I think) in the Confederations Cup not long ago, and although England will likely be large favourites, don't be shocked if USA pull the upset. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
causisaysso Posted May 30, 2010 Report Share Posted May 30, 2010 It's a good bet. Don't bet the house, but don't feel like you were suckered into a no-win bet. The USA can very well win their match against England. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TornHonor Posted May 30, 2010 Report Share Posted May 30, 2010 Don't start this whole UK vs US thing again please. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alexx Posted May 30, 2010 Report Share Posted May 30, 2010 After seeing UFC 114 last night, we can't assume anything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlphaUFC Posted May 30, 2010 Report Share Posted May 30, 2010 You got a Duffee vs Russow chance of winning... You're probably losing. There is nothing...I repeat NOTHING, that America can't do....Sit back and prepare to collect your money. Sorry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
david_vaessen Posted May 30, 2010 Report Share Posted May 30, 2010 I think the USA are not very good. England would have to blow it, more than they could legitmately win it. there is a talent gap there, and having guys like Rooney, guys that the americans can't produce, makes it very difficult for them to beat England. They don't have enough talent. It could be their year to over achieve but i still wouldn't bet on it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trinimmaman Posted May 31, 2010 Report Share Posted May 31, 2010 England have the better team on paper by far. Really don't think USA has a chance, however stranger things have happened. To the OP you most likely just lost your money, either hide out or prepare to pay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UFCCagerattler Posted May 31, 2010 Report Share Posted May 31, 2010 Well lets see. Canada versus Argentia is probably about the same chances. I belive the Argentines sqeeked out a victory there. Honestly the trouble with non soccerplaying nations is finishing. The CAnadians and Americans are every bit as good at passing and playing defense and all the other chit - but they have no finishers. And that is one game where scoring is the big thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aethlefirth Posted June 1, 2010 Report Share Posted June 1, 2010 An elderly English fellow just conned me into making this bet with him that the US would beat England when they meet at the world cup. Keeping in mind that I know F-all about football/soccer and not ripping me a new cornshoot' date=' am I a complete fool? Or do I have any shot at winning?[/quote'] no shot at all! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mynameis Posted June 1, 2010 Report Share Posted June 1, 2010 Well lets see. Canada versus Argentia is probably about the same chances. I belive the Argentines sqeeked out a victory there. Honestly the trouble with non soccerplaying nations is finishing. The CAnadians and Americans are every bit as good at passing and playing defense and all the other chit - but they have no finishers. And that is one game where scoring is the big thing. Nope. Players from nations with football tradition (specially south americans) have a different vision, craftiness and impundence. That is what makes the difference. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trinimmaman Posted June 1, 2010 Report Share Posted June 1, 2010 Nope. Players from nations with football tradition (specially south americans) have a different vision' date=' craftiness and impundence. That is what makes the difference.[/quote'] True, the countries that have more experience in the football field, have a bit more in the creative aspect than the new players. England players also have more experience in more competitive league, ie EPL. What the US team does have, is chemistry, with the exception of a few players like Altidore, the majority of the team is local based. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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