How do you plan the game if you are elected to be Costa Rica Coach for the game againts germany?
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I will line-up a 4-5-1, to get a control in midfield and avoid German pressing in the first 15 minutes. If Germany hasn't managed to score in first half, their fans will turn up against them, and Costa Rica would be able to strikeback and score.\n\n P.S. I'm too optimistic, ain't I?
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FIFA world cup.\n \n•There are 32 countries, these are divided in 8 groups of 4 (countries), then each country plays against the others inside their own group.\n\nExample:\nGroup A\n\nGermany – Costa Rica                  Germany – Ecuador  \nPoland – Ecuador                           Costa Rica – Poland\nEcuador - Costa Rica                             \nGermany – Poland \n \n•When this is all done, the FIRST and SECOND countries of each group that have more points go to the second part which in Spanish is called “Octavos de final”( 1/8 of the final).( FROM THIS PART  IF YOU LOSE  IN 1/8 OF THE FINAL THEN YOU ARE OUT)\n\n POINTS :  WIN A GAME  : 3 POINTS\n                    TIE                    : 1PT\n                   LOSE                  :  0 PTS\n \nWhat comes next is called ¼ of the final , then the semi final , then the game for the 3rd place, and the final.
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Let your coach decide
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I think Germany will score two in a 2-0 win over Costa Rica in the opening game.\n\nIt is clear that the German team is not as strong as many others at this years world cup, however in having the home advantage and a few top quality stars they should be able to brush Costa Rica aside without too many problems!\n\nLucas Podolski, Bastian Schweinsteiger and Michael Ballack will all play a big part in any success the team can muster up this year - I think that Podolski and Ballack will be the goalscorers in the first game. However I cannot see the Germans getting further than the quarter-finals of the tournament!
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I played 7-a side tournament and my advice would be play a formation that suits your team strengths, if you have 2 good strikers + 2 average defenders then put an extra defender in the back and drop your second best striker to mid-field playing a 1-1-3 formation in other words 1 forward+ 1 mid-field+ 3 defenders+ goalkeeper= 6 players, you can adopt this system to your strong points and strenght'en your weak points, identify both weak+ strong put it down on paper and now apply your best formation possible. I hope this will help you in choosing your strongest team ,good luck DKENGJW!!!
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I have been around soccer in one way or another for 22 years and from my experience both playing and coaching I think the best way to ntroduce yourself is to have a two different meetings. One with the parents (depending on the age of the players you are coaching) either before or after practice and let them know who you are and give a little background info on yourself. The second meeting should be with the players before the start of practice (the first one if it's not to late) and do the same thing you did with the parents. From my experience you will gain a lot more respect from both the players and parents. And in both meetings explain your expectations (playing time, goals set, etc....)! Hopefully that helps you out a little bit!
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call LUFTHANSA reserve 2 tickets to Germany for World cup and contact me...\n\nI know some players in Chelse team.. we both try to meet them
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You'll need to work your all round game, passing especially. As the others have said, know what your teamsmates are likely to do so you can anticipate where to play the ball. Find out who likes the ball played to feet and who likes to run onto the ball.\n\nMake sure you look around alot, know where your teammates are and the opposition. Talk to your players as well. Let them know what's going on. Be fit so you can get up and down the field with every attack and defence. Or decide whether you'll be the holding player in midfield or the roamer.\n\nLastly be physical, don't let the opposition push you off the ball too easily.
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you can also check out www.bbc.com . There is a quiz called goalfinger in which you select any of the 32 teams, and play opponents just like the WC. You have to answer 5 questions in each match within the given time.
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Starts:09-Jun-06 in Munich\nOpening match: Germany - Costa Rica 21:00PM(CET)\n\nEnding:09-July-06 in Berlin\nTHE FINAL!!! 21:00(CET)\n\nFor more detailed calendar check the website please.
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getting ready for the game and shooting a goal
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As far as I know all the members of the German squad have played at least one game for their country before the Costa Rica match yesterday, so depending on how "new" you mean, the answer is 0 - it's not like England who for instance have Walcott in their squad (who has not yet played a full international)
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Mary Prehn and others do not have the slightest idea of what they are saying... Oh well.\n\nThe first 2 games are (09-JUN):\n\n1) Germany VS Costa Rica @ 18:00\n2) Poland VS Ecuador @ 21:00\n\nSo, considering the fact that Germany's game is the only one on that day and time, it is very possible they score the first goal since they are the hosts and a stronger team than Costa Rica.\n\nI am going to say that the first goal will be scored by Germany. The scorer will be either Kuranyi, Podolski or Klose.
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Germany has a rising star in Lukas Podolski. However, I'll pick the underdog Costa Ricans to score first.  I predict Ronald Gomez who has a left foot canon to score off a set play.
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Assign a list of players to choics from\nGive all the players a value dependent on there ability\nRestrict the number of players that can be taken from anyone team\nAssign a set formation\nGive a budgit that will challenge the people playing\n\nI think that should be enough to get started if you need a hand don't be afraid to drop me a line.
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This will be their 3rd. Funny thing is that in their 2 previous campaigns, they faced Brazil. The 1990 affair was closer because Brazil wasn't very strong at the time and only won 1-0. But Costa Rica made it to round 2 by upsetting Scotland 1-0 and in a bigger one, defeated Sweden 2-1. They reached the knock-out stage where their run was ended by Czechoslovakia in a 1-4 reverse.  \n\nBut in 2002, it was a different matter, Brazil had come back to beat Turkey and cruised past China. They had already qualified, so gave many chances to their 2nd XI. I believe they won 5-2.\n\nThis time they have a fighting chance to reach Round 2. Germany although hosts and favourites, are struggling to find rhythm. Furthermore, opening matches tend to be very cagey affairs for favourites. They either struggle to win or draw and have been upsetted by 'weaker' nations. I have not seen a favourite coast to victory in the opening match since I began following the World Cup in 1982.\nCosta Rica must not have fear against Germany.\n\nA good result would give them hope against Poland and Ecuador. I think 4 points would be enough for them to reach Rd 2. They will need to beat Ecuador and hold Poland to a draw. A draw or win against Germany, would increase their chances very much.\n\nI wish them well. I like Paolo Wanchope and I hear that Hernan Medford, veteran of Italia 1990 might be selected for this tournament.
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I was in Mexico 86, I was in queretaro for the Brazil v Spain game, Brazil won. I was in USA 94 and i attended the Germany v Spain game, and I am sad that i will not be able to go to Germany I have fallen into some rough times financially yet i will try to watch every game like I all ways do:) So if anyonme goes to germany please bring me a key chain?