Wed International Friendlies

KidA · Mar 25, 2008

International Friendlies

-Portugal vs Greece-
This should be a fun game to watch. Portugal are going to be wanting to get a result not only because they got beat down by Italy earlier this year but also because Greece embarrassed them back in Euro 2004. I think that this is going to be one of the more fun games with both teams scoring. I'm sticking with the over.
2 units
Over 2, 2.5 ... +107

-Spain vs Italy-
I have the feeling that Spain is going to take this one. They face an Italian side that will be missing Del Piero and Gatusso, although last time out they did just fine against Portugal. I think Spain is going to prove to be a more difficult test, and I'm praying that Torres comes through fit for this game. I also like the fact that De La Red will be playing, I see a home win in this one.
1 unit
Spain Pk, -1/2 ... -102

-France vs England-
Sticking with the under in this one. France usually plays tight games that end up with 1-0 winners and I think England is going to give them a tough time finding the back of the net. French defense is usually solid as well so we should see a 0-0 draw or a late winner from either side in this one.
2 units
Under 2, 2.5 ... -133

-Egypt vs Argentina-
Egypt are naming the same squad that brought them the African Cup against an Argentina side that will be missing Lionel Messi and Carlos Tevez. Basile also said that he is fielding an Argentina side that will only have European players since Boca, River Plate, Arsenal, and San Lorenzo are playing midweek games for the Copa Libertadores. That means there will be no Riquelme as well. I don't see Argentina coming away with the win here, Egypt get the home support behind them and can breathe a little easier not seeing Messi or Riquelme on the attack against their defenders.
2 units
Egypt Pk, +1/2 ... +112

-Scotland vs Croatia-
Scotland aren't looking good for this game as they miss 7 players going into it. Four Ranger's players in Barry Ferguson, Lee McCulloch, Allan McGregor and Christian Dailly will miss the match including Celtic's Barry Robson, Birmingham's James McFadden and Derby's Stephen Pearson. Croatia are looking better for this match and I think the players may play a harder game and dedicate it to Eduardo. I see Croatia taking the win in this one.
3 units
Croatia Pk ... -135

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crookedlink · Mar 26, 2008

Any input on the Ghana vs. Mexico game, Kid?

I was surprised to see Mexico was a +175 underdog (Bookmaker.com)

I don't know the Ghana team at all but Mexico will field most of its European stars and the Mexican coach Hugo Sanchez is basically playing for his job. If he loses this one, he's all but out.

Any insights?

Soprano · Mar 26, 2008

GL Today!!!

Also like the UNDER in the Argentina / Egypt game

rolltide · Mar 26, 2008

crookedlink said:
Any input on the Ghana vs. Mexico game, Kid?

I was surprised to see Mexico was a +175 underdog (Bookmaker.com)

I don't know the Ghana team at all but Mexico will field most of its European stars and the Mexican coach Hugo Sanchez is basically playing for his job. If he loses this one, he's all but out.

Any insights?

I personally think it's hilarious. He was on Lavolpe's ass for years saying that he should be the Mexican coach and that Lavolpe had no idea what he was doing. Now in charge, he's failed to win the Gold Cup, failed at copa America, and could not qualify for the olympics despite having the best u-23 team in Concacaf. And, of course, still cannot defeat the US.
Ghana and Mexico are both top 20 teams in the world and Ghana will have the two best players on the field. I'll call for a 1-1 draw

KidA · Mar 26, 2008

I don't think he failed in the Copa America. They started off the campaign beating Brazil 2-0, and got all the way to the Semi-finals, where they lost to an Argentina team that was basically the best Argentina squad to ever play, he did great in the Copa. Losing to the US team all the time is just a match up problem for Mexico, they just don't do well against them, kind of how Argentina don't do well against Brazil.

As far as the game goes I'm very undecided with the side, I'd rather go with Mexico, I think they are a better side overall, but Ghana is disappointed about the African Cup of Nations so they might be putting that extra sweat in their play to win over their fans. If I HAD to bet, I'd take Mexico or the Over