[Churchillspirit]

I suppose it is the whole idea, but I do try to put politics and nationalism aside during this greatest of international contests.

I enjoy seeing a good game and watching great players no matter who they play for.

Having said all that.....

Go England on Tuesday. If they beat Sweden, they won't encounter Germany in the next round. And.....

Go USA on Thursday. They have a tough - but not impossible job, with a little help from Italy.

[dfwgator]

A Germany-England matchup would be awesome, that is what I have been most anticipating. If they don't meet in the round of 16, could they then only meet in the Final?

[PallMal]

Go England on Tuesday. If they beat Sweden, they won't encounter Germany in the next round. And.....

I'm an England fan, and I want England to play Germany as soon as possible.

Germany was not a strong side before the WC, so you want to face them as early as possible before they build any more confidence and momentum.