US National Team makes it to World Cup FINAL!!!!

Beats France 3-1.

It killed me not to be able to watch it live. I've been following it on ESPN.com's gamecast.

At least I'll be able to watch the Championship on Sunday!

I missed the excitement of those 3 minutes.

France dominated touch and possession. For the bulk of the game it was a fluke if the USA maintained possession for more than 3 seconds.

It rightfully could have been a 1-3 goal France lead when it was 1-1.

But the USA made a good substitution and position change at the 70 minute mark and the game changed noticeably, much more evenly played. At that point the USA edge on set pieces suddenly was relevant again. Previously there was no chance for them since the USA seldom threatened to penetrate the French half, after the early counterattack goal.

Great aggressive header by Wombach after an even better right footed corner kick from the right side, perfectly straight and lofted to the far post.

The 3rd goal was a nifty chip on a breakaway.

This USA team isn't nearly as skilled in midfield as '99. I guess I'll root for Japan since the USA's edge in the air would seemingly be tremendous against them, and I've already watched Sweden toy with the USA a week ago.

As seemingly an easier target for the USA in the final.

Japan is 0-22 against the USA with a few ties, and 0-3 this year, while Sweden is 5-17 plus ties against the USA, but 2-0 this year.

That being said, Japan looked terrific today and certainly will dominate possession against the USA.

Also 3-1. It's ours for the taking!!!! :bounce:

Now, I'm torn.
I live in east Asia - Korea. Every win by an Asian team enhances the regions position for team selections in the next cup.
But, I am an American.
Either way I'm okay with the outcome.
But, right now I'm leaning toward Japan

edited because my keyboard can't spell

But I just gotta say this team is amazing to watch. That 'never say die' attitude is contagious. I saw it with South Cackalacky at the CWS on a smaller scale. It's not too many times soccer fans abroad start backing the US. I'll be tuned in Sunday at the ye olde Sports Column in IC. Just love 'em.

That's OK. I'm not the biggest fan of soccer. What's the Greek for that?

I think the Greek term is 'aetna'. Like something's about to erupt.