WC Fields [3rd place] — Uruguay v Germany

Uruguay brought on the team they wish had been fit and card-cleared for their match against Holland.  The return of Lugano and Suárez to the starting line-up was particularly pleasing to the fans.  Germany’s starting 11 was an altered squad.  A couple of mainstays were under the weather, Klose had a back problem, Butt was … Read more WC Fields [3rd place] — Uruguay v Germany


WC Fields [semi] — Uruguay v Holland

Those who only follow the fortunes of the big-name teams miss some of the very best matches.   The crowds show up for Germany, Brazil, Argentina, Mexico, USA, England.  There were only 3 of us in the pub to see Uruguay-Holland.  Lucky us.  This one was riveting. With two star player suspended on reds and Lugano … Read more WC Fields [semi] — Uruguay v Holland


WC Fields [1/4 finals] — Day #1

HOLLAND v BRAZIL Holland has what it takes to be real contenders.  They’ve already shown their coordination, precision passing, attack mentality and individual skills.  In this match they revealed a ruthless side to their game that sent a message to their opponents in the next round:  if our beautiful football isn’t enough to win it, … Read more WC Fields [1/4 finals] — Day #1


WC Fields [k.o.] — Uruguay v South Korea

Off the post for the Korean Republic — so close!  Heartbeats later, a way too deep ball had Forlán backtracking like crazy to collect it, then returning it with a perfectly placed cross, dead between the Korean back line and keeper.  The keeper came out for it, but succeeded only in leaving the goal untended … Read more WC Fields [k.o.] — Uruguay v South Korea