I went over to Arrowhead Stadium Pavillion this morning to watch the USA lose to Ghana 2-1. Italy beat the Czechs, and all the USA had to do was win to advance. The refs made another terrible call that gave Ghana a penalty kick and a goal. However, I don't think that was the primary reason for their loss and elimination from the World Cup. The primary reason for their elimination is that they are not as good as the teams they are playing.
Ghana is an interesting story. They are the only African nation left in World Cup heading into the Sweet 16. They keep defying everyone's expectations. They will play powerhouse (and #1 ranked) Bazil next. Ever the cheerleader for the underdog, I will be pulling for Ghana. (Actually, I am cheering for ABB: Anyone but Brazil.)
I have put a photo album of today's event in Kansas City in the right column.
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