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To: Berlin_Freeper
How the USA will stop Cristiano Ronaldo
How can you stop a player who can do it all? How do you deal with someone who can beat you with a leaping header, or a blistering shot, or a well-placed free-kick, or a speedy run and an expert finish? How do you defend a player who, when on his game, commands “best player in the world” status as if he was born for it?

organised team defending, combined with effective and sustained possession and a few Hail Marys

▶ FIFA World Cup Brasil 2014 Hymn - Soulball - YouTube

16 posted on 06/22/2014 5:17:31 AM PDT by Berlin_Freeper
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Lionel Messi saves the day as Argentina beats Iran, 1-0
It took 90 minutes, but Argentina superstar Lionel Messi finally flashed his brilliance, striking a goal in stoppage time to beat Iran and secure his team a spot in the Round of 16.

Argentina 1:0 Iran Match Highlights

Nigeria win knocks out Bosnia
Bosnia-Herzegovina's maiden appearance at a World Cup finals ended in disappointment as Peter Odemwingie's goal condemned them to a 1-0 defeat by African champions Nigeria in Cuiaba and ensured they could not qualify for the second round.

Nigeria's win, their first at a World Cup finals since 1998, leaves them as favourites to join Argentina in the second round.

Nigeria 1:0 Bosnia and Herzegovina Match Highlights

25 posted on 06/22/2014 5:40:53 AM PDT by Berlin_Freeper
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How can you stop a player who can do it all?

How about the Tanya Harding approach?

48 posted on 06/22/2014 7:07:54 AM PDT by super7man
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