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He has scored last 3 matches; he faces a weaker defense, missing as well their intimidator Pepe; Portugal not playing with urgency or any edginess or determination in either their attitude or preparation; US beat Portugal 3-2 in the W.C. as huge underdogs in a similar scenario facing knockout advancement;
Ronalo is Ronaldo minus a knee.
US attitude is realistic thanks to Klinsmann. He is a realistic German, who keeps the players grounded and focused.
Across the US this game will be televised in bars and restaurants. The fan base is there. Not the same in tiny Portugal.
So, who scores after Dempsey does? I dunno. They should earn a 1-1 draw tonight at a minimum. I believe however we're looking at a 2-1 US win.
And I believe the US could be in the driver's seat and knockout Germany and help Ghana advance. Just saying...this has been a strange WC. Expect the unexpected.
Don't be a contrarian cynical FOOL and back Portugal, then becoming the only morose pos in the Buff Wild Wings who backed portugal.
