I was away from my computer for a couple of days, but I"m back! Yes, Jill, the officiating was interesting in that USA/Italy game. But the whole game was bizarre, with the "own goal" and Italians flopping around on the field half the time. Red cards, yellow cards, Italian offsides....who could keep up.

I am actually glad to see that FIFA has ordered the refs to really crack down on two footed slides and violence and "simulations" as they're called. It's about time they did that.

I missed Brazil/Australia yesterday due to sunny weather (they're mocking me enough, had to join my friends outside), did anybody see it? Was Brazil totally dominating, or did the Aussies hold their own?

Well, upstairs to watch Togo and Switzerland now. And it's raining out, so I have a good excuse to stay in and watch, today!!

Cheers! Charlene