World Cup 2014 - Semi-finals and Finals

Germany wins fourth World Cup!July 13, 3 PM EDT - Germany 1 - 0  Argentina (Championship) 
Germany: Goetz 113'

Goetze scored the winner in extra period as Germany defeated Argentina to win their fourth World Cup. Goetze chested a Schuerrle cross before firing a right footed shot passed Romero and into the back of the net. Germany has broken so many records this tournament. Miroslav Klose became the top goal scorer in World Cup history. Germany became the top goal scoring team in World Cup History and became the first European team to win the World Cup on South American soil. And Goetze became the first substitute to score in extra time of a final in World Cup History.

Golden Glove - Manuel Neuer, Germany
Golden Ball - Lionel Messi, Argentina
Golden Boot - James Rodriguez, Colombia

July 12, 4 PM EDT  - Brazil 0 - 3  Netherlands (Third Place)
Netherlands: van Persie 3' (PK), Blind 17', Wijnaldum 90' +1

Netherlands ended a great tournament for the Oranje winning the third place against host Brazil. Brazil ends their tournament being outscored 10-1

The semi-finals matches are set and it will be Europe vs. South America.
Host Brazil will face Germany on Tuesday, July 8. Brazil will be missing the services of the suspended Thiago Silva, their captain and the anchor of their defense. And Neymar who is out of the tournament after suffering a broken vertebra during their quarterfinal match against Colombia. Can Brazil overcome the loss of Neymar or will Germany's height prevail?
The Netherlands needed a penalty shootout to dispose of Costa Rica to booked their semi-final match against Argentina on Wednesday, July 9.  But Argentina was dealt with a big blow, losing Angel Di Maria to a thigh injury. The teams have played eight matches against each other with Netherlands winning four to one. Can the Oranje make it five? Will Louis Van Gaal have something up his sleeve again? Will Messi's brilliance overcome the loss of Di Maria?
Winners will face each other for the 2014 World Cup. Will it be an all European final or will it be a South American final?

July 8, 4 PM EDT - Brazil 1 - 7 Germany
Brazil: Oscar 90'
Germany: Müller 11', Klose 23', Kroos 24' 26', Khedira 29', Schürrle 69' 79'

Brazil cannot overcome the loss of T. Silva and Neymar as Germany demolished the host team 7-1 to reach the finals of the 2014 World Cup. Germany scored 4 goals in 6 minutes to make the game unreachable. Miroslva Klose surpassed Ronaldo to become the all-time leading scorer in the World Cup while Germany became the all-time leading scorer of the the tournament surpassing Brazil. Germany will face the winner of the Netherlands-Argentina match on Sunday, July 13. 

July 9, 4 PM EDT - Netherlands (2) 0 - 0 (4) Argentina
Sergio Romero made two saves during the penalty shootout sending Argentina to the World Cup finals against Germany. Netherlands will face Brazil for third place.

Movie Review: Deliver Us from Evil

Deliver Us from Evil is a crime-horror film about based on the life of NYPD cop Ralph Sarchie (Eric Bana) who meets Mendoza (Edgar Ramirez), a renegade priest, when he and his partner, Butler (Joel McHale) stumbles upon a case of paranormal experience. Together, they will try to solve this paranormal phenomena before it gets worst and he losses his wife Jen (Olivia Munn) and their child.

What I Like:
There is really nothing to like - acting was good but that was it. Weird seeing Joel McHale in a serious role even though his characters had some funny quips once in awhile. Seeing Olivia Munn especially during the initial scene, was good. Special effects and make-up was excellent though especially on Sean Harris who plays Santino, one of the main protagonist.

What I Dislike:
Pretty much disappointed with this movie. I love horror flicks and after watching this movie, won't even consider it. There were only two scenes that made the moviegoers jump on their seats. This movie was dubbed "disturbing enough to unsettle your sleep for weeks," well, I will definitely have a good night sleep tonight and the only disturbing thing that would bug me is the money I spent for the movie ticket.

Verdict:
Save your money.

o/ 👎

World Cup 2014 - Quarterfinals

The stage is set for the Quarter-finals of the 2014 World Cup.  The quarter-finals start this Friday, July 4 with France facing Germany.

July 4, 2014
12 pm EDT - France 0 - 1 Germany
Germany: Hummels 13'

Hummels' header hit the crossbar before going in was all Germany needed to punch their ticket to the semi-final round. France's Benzema had a chance to tied the match in the last minute of stoppage time but Neuer was able to get a quick hand on it to block the shot. Germany now waits for the winner of the Brazil - Colombia match.

4 pm EDT - Brazil 2 - 1 Colombia
Brazil: T. Silva 7', David Luiz 69'
Colombia: James 78' (PK)

Silva scored the opener in this fast-pace match before James' penalty shot cancel out an incredible free-kick by David Luiz. Brazil advances to the semi-final match against Germany on Tuesday, July 8.

July 5, 2014
12 pm EDT - Argentina 1-0 Belgium
Argentina: Higuain 8'

4 pm EDT - Netherlands (4) 0-0 (3) Costa Rica

In a very bold move and one that will be talk about for ages, Louis van Gaal change his goalie before the end of extra time and was a brilliant move as Krul stopped two shots to win it for Netherlands.