Been to busy watching the games to be here just lately. My thoughts for what they are worth!!

Brazil were not that impressive but got the win. Holland, France and Germany look good, as do Chile, Mexico and Colombia. Italy beat us but I didn't think they were that good (not just sour grapes). We had their legendry defence in all sorts of bother and were worthy of at least a draw.

Spain. Uruguay and Portugal look to have problems. Honduras were horrible, an absolute disgrace!! Costa Rica were superb. Iran and Nigeria stunk the joint out and the USA got a great win. Also for a nation that doesn't like "soccer" they had a huge support there last night!!

All in all a great start to the tournament. Long may it continue