How does one pick sides in a dispute between French coach Raymond Domenech and French forward Nicolas Anelka -- both colossal jerks?

If Italy fails to qualify for the next round of play, who will miss them, and why?

Has any defender in the tournament so far had a better game than Ryan Nelson (ex-Stanford, ex-DC United) had against Italy on Sunday?

Wouldn't it be cool if other players followed Nelson's example and chatted with the kids who walk onto the field with them?