Wednesday, July 18, 2007

'Because I Think...' Readers Had It Right...and Wrong.

What US U-20 team member would have the best World Cup?

"Because I Think..." Readers thought...

Freddy Adu 24% (18 votes)

Jozy Altidore 19% (14 votes)
Michael Bradley 12% (9 votes)
Danny Szetela 11% (8 votes)
Chris Seitz 9% (7 votes)

I'd say next the top two are spot on. The overlooking of Sal Zizzo and Anthony Wallace's contribution was glaring, however. Both received only 8% of the vote total. Could be because you had to type them in with an 'other' vote.

How far do you think the US U-20s will advance in the World Cup?

Win the Whole Thing 41% (15 votes)

Lose in the Semifinals 35% (13 votes)
Runners Up 14% (5 votes)
Lose in the Quarterfinals 8% (3 votes)
Lose in Group Stage 3% (1 vote)

Clearly, the 76% at the top should have been correct in assuming that - especially after the unforgettable win over Brazil, but it was not to be. Only 8% picked the boys to lose in the quarters (and most would have probably expected them to bow out to a Spain, Brazil, or Argentina), but that minority was right. At least this tiny vote shows our faith in the American youth ranks.

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