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Did you want to talk about the champions league?
Did you want to talk about the champions league?
Angrily
Did you want to talk about the champions league?
No
There is always hope.
Also hoping for the return of big game ronnie
We don't need a sports thread! >:(
I'm just gonna go ahead and close this.
/s
Angrily
Oh you're a United fan aren't you? ;D
I'm very happy to see Liverpool do well.
3-2! Just two more
Oh you're a United fan aren't you? ;D
I'm very happy to see Liverpool do well.
Yes. Thankfully klopp is woeful in finals and real Madrid amazing
Wow 4-2 and Roma were robbed of 2 clear pens.
Anyway, final will be fun. Real Madrid definitely favorites but liverpool have shown they can beat most teams on their day.
I think Ronaldo's desire to win will along with nerves from Liverpool will overcome them though
3-2! Just two more
Yes. Thankfully klopp is woeful in finals and real Madrid amazing
Wow 4-2 and Roma were robbed of 2 clear pens.
Anyway, final will be fun. Real Madrid definitely favorites but liverpool have shown they can beat most teams on their day.
I think Ronaldo's desire to win will along with nerves from Liverpool will overcome them though
Lol but Roma also got 2 pens which were not pens so it balances out.
I'll be hoping Liverpool can win but we'll see :P
Question, OP.
What is this (I believe it is pronounced) extra size written in the OP?
Liverpool and Real in the final. 2 teams I like. Will Madrid win 3 in a row or Liverpool title number 6? Both are crazy thoughts.
Liverpool and Real in the final. 2 teams I like. Will Madrid win 3 in a row or Liverpool title number 6? Both are crazy thoughts.
Yeah, in an era when no team managed to win 2 in a row for a long time, Real winning 3 in a row would be crazy. But also Liverpool beating Real Madrid would be crazy too. Should be fun.
Question, OP.
What is this (I believe it is pronounced) extra size written in the OP?
No idea. Just thought it belonged here
Liverpool and Real in the final. 2 teams I like. Will Madrid win 3 in a row or Liverpool title number 6? Both are crazy thoughts.
Real seems to defy all odds in the CL + they have Ronaldo so I'd bet on them
So Sir Alex Ferguson had brain surgery due to a hemorrhagic stroke. Terrible news and I wish him well.
It would be a horrible time to go, right after that lifeless performance by his former team on Friday.
I have a feeling he'll pull through. Will have to lay off the wine though
Salah new EPL goal record. Also player of the year. What a bargain, too bad he's playing for Liverpool.
Salah new EPL goal record. Also player of the year. What a bargain, too bad he's playing for Liverpool.
Yeah he deserves the player of the year, he's phenomenal. I'd prefer him playing for Liverpool than any of the other top teams :P
Yeah he deserves the player of the year, he's phenomenal. I'd prefer him playing for Liverpool than any of the other top teams :P
He is very good but you have to wonder if the system is making him look like Messi. He wasn't nearly as good before. I'm amazed that despite Salah's performance liverpool only managed 4th though, and were close to dropping to 5th
He is very good but you have to wonder if the system is making him look like Messi. He wasn't nearly as good before. I'm amazed that despite Salah's performance liverpool only managed 4th though, and were close to dropping to 5th
The system isn't making him look like Messi, he has very different skills. Yeah, he just clicked at Liverpool, you sometimes see that.
Eh, Liverpool don't have the depth required to do well in the League and Europe, plus their defensive side is extremely weak. They probably have the 2nd best attacking force in the PL, but their defence is mediocre at best. Biggest weaknesses are centre-back and goalkeeper.
The system isn't making him look like Messi, he has very different skills. Yeah, he just clicked at Liverpool, you sometimes see that.
Eh, Liverpool don't have the depth required to do well in the League and Europe, plus their defensive side is extremely weak. They probably have the 2nd best attacking force in the PL, but their defence is mediocre at best. Biggest weaknesses are centre-back and goalkeeper.
Well I meant similarly good as Messi lol. It's not easy to score that much in the PL and to do it in your first season too is mad.
Yeah but at least they improved their defensive side massively with vvd.
I'm afraid they will challenge the league next year if they can keep their front 3.
Also, I really hope Ronaldo turns up in the CL final. I'm sure he will, he doesn't want to risk not winning the Ballon d'or
Well I meant similarly good as Messi lol. It's not easy to score that much in the PL and to do it in your first season too is mad.
Yeah but at least they improved their defensive side massively with vvd.
I'm afraid they will challenge the league next year if they can keep their front 3.
Also, I really hope Ronaldo turns up in the CL final. I'm sure he will, he doesn't want to risk not winning the Ballon d'or
Yeah, he set a new record for goals in a 38 game season, extremely impressive.
Sure, they went from a disastrous defense to a bad defense :P
I hope so! They deserve it more than the other teams up there.
The final wouldn't be as good if CR7 didn't turn up, that's for sure.
Yeah, he set a new record for goals in a 38 game season, extremely impressive.
Sure, they went from a disastrous defense to a bad defense :P
I hope so! They deserve it more than the other teams up there.
The final wouldn't be as good if CR7 didn't turn up, that's for sure.
Well I definitely wouldn't say they deserve it more lol. It's not enough to have a great offense. It's not even great in all games either, they had some embarrassing losses and draws, lots of draws. Plus, they had a terrible record against the top 6. Worse than Chelsea even.
Well I definitely wouldn't say they deserve it more lol. It's not enough to have a great offense. It's not even great in all games either, they had some embarrassing losses and draws, lots of draws. Plus, they had a terrible record against the top 6. Worse than Chelsea even.
Sure they do. They don't have newly bought success from rich new owners, and their owners aren't complete twats. That pretty much covers all the rest of the top 6 apart from United. But I wouldn't be an English football fan if I didn't prefer Liverpool over United (not counting United/ Everton fans of course). Plus they have pretty much no fake/ plastic fans, which the other tops teams do. Its good to see.
Yeah, that's thanks to their defense. Still the least impressive state from the top 6 this season is Arsenal's 2018 away record, a shame they actually managed to pick up some points on the last day.
Sure they do. They don't have newly bought success from rich new owners, and their owners aren't complete twats. That pretty much covers all the rest of the top 6 apart from United. But I wouldn't be an English football fan if I didn't prefer Liverpool over United (not counting United/ Everton fans of course). Plus they have pretty much no fake/ plastic fans, which the other tops teams do. Its good to see.
Yeah, that's thanks to their defense. Still the least impressive state from the top 6 this season is Arsenal's 2018 away record, a shame they actually managed to pick up some points on the last day.
Lol well. I admire Tottenham more for their success.
Oh and yeah, first win away in the prem in 2018 for arsenal I believe
It was Wenger's last game though so you'd expect a bit more fire in them.
Lol well. I admire Tottenham more for their success.
Oh and yeah, first win away in the prem in 2018 for arsenal I believe
It was Wenger's last game though so you'd expect a bit more fire in them.
True, but they fall under the owner is a bag category :P
Spurs and Liverpool are the two top teams I like. The rest I am actively pleased with any of their downfalls.
First away points, lol. Maybe so, but they still lost the game before. And they only won this game 1-0
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What the actual fudge
Tickets for 2 of my world cup matches arrived in the post today. Yay! Also got my fan id recently which works as a visa into Russia.
Tickets for 2 of my world cup matches arrived in the post today. Yay! Also got my fan id recently which works as a visa into Russia.
Oh man you're actually going, nice? How many matches are you going to? :o
I want to go to a WC in the future, but it'll probably have to be the 2026 or later.
FA cup final tomorrow. Predictions?
Lol 1-0
Oh man you're actually going, nice? How many matches are you going to? :o
I want to go to a WC in the future, but it'll probably have to be the 2026 or later.
Oh man you're actually going, nice? How many matches are you going to? :o
I want to go to a WC in the future, but it'll probably have to be the 2026 or later.
5 matches in St Petersburg, Moscow and nizhniy novgorod.
Lol 1-0
Jose got outJose'd
It's like Rashford has forgotten how to play as a striker. Lack of fit Lukaku really showed
I don't know if any of you follow cycling but holy fudgy shame at Chris Froome's performance in the Giro today. Absolutely monumental, he was supposed to be out of it.
CL final tomorrow!
CL final tomorrow!
Quite hyped.
I'm worried
Don't worry, Liverpool normally bottle these things
Can't wait for champions league final. Also travelling to Paris on Sunday for the Ireland v france World Cup warm up match. Ireland are weak atm, I wonder will France hammer us or play very Conservative.
It's also the Monaco GP this weekend.
It's also the Monaco GP this weekend.
2 of my friends are at that actually. Staying in a relations fancy apartment over looking the track.
2 of my friends are at that actually. Staying in a relations fancy apartment over looking the track.
Man that's something I'd definitely love to do one day. The apartments over the track get such a good view of quite a lot of the circuit, its so good.
What are your final predictions for the CL final?
fudgy knew it, you can count on Ramos to pull shame like that.
Lmao holy shame. What did I say about Liverpool bottling. Karius is so bad
BAAAAAAAAAALE
Jesus H Christ, Madrid's treatment of him is a load of shite and therest the proof. Of course the fans will stop booing him now
Jesus H Christ, Madrid's treatment of him is a load of shite and therest the proof. Of course the fans will stop booing him now
Real Madrid and bicycle goals in finals, name a better duo lol
Bale's been insane since coming on
Hahaha oh karius. Thank you
Karius isn't even bottom table premier league quality and it's showing here. Liverpool have lost this game thanks to him, probably.
They desperately need a keeper next season.
Karius isn't even bottom table premier league quality and it's showing here. Liverpool have lost this game thanks to him, probably.
They desperately need a keeper next season.
It's weird because he has seemed quite good lately, but that's perhaps because he hasn't been tested much with their pressure system.
Now when he's getting tested with strong shots and pressure he's bottling it hard
I was thinking they wouldn't need a new keeper and I'm sure there were more. Now I think this game cements the opposite.
It's weird because he has seemed quite good lately, but that's perhaps because he hasn't been tested much with their pressure system.
Now when he's getting tested with strong shots and pressure he's bottling it hard
I was thinking they wouldn't need a new keeper and I'm sure there were more. Now I think this game cements the opposite.
I don't know about quite good but he's not made as many mistakes recently at least.
Lol at that, even at his best Karius is a decent bottom half PL goalkeeper. Liverpool need to get a better one anyway.
I hate to see such a shaming club get so much success, and it was handed to them more than they earned it.
Still, fun and interesting game to watch.
I don't know about quite good but he's not made as many mistakes recently at least.
Lol at that, even at his best Karius is a decent bottom half PL goalkeeper. Liverpool need to get a better one anyway.
I mean they had the most clean sheets in 2018 in the prem
Klopp and losing in finals, name a better duo. I think that's 6 out of 7 so far
Karius crying. Almost feel bad for him
Klopp and losing in finals, name a better duo. I think that's 6 out of 7 so far
Karius crying. Almost feel bad for him
Yeah, it's gonna be tough for Karius to deal with
Yeah, it's gonna be tough for Karius to deal with
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Yes, as I said he stopped making big mistakes. I watch a lot of Liverpool games, as my flat-mate is a Liverpool fan, and believe me he has still been a poor goalkeeper this season. He's extremely unsure of himself when coming to corners/ crosses, terrible in one-on-ones, has poor communication with his defenders, not so good natural reflexes...
I could go on, but you get the point. I'm shocked actually that he hasn't made more critical errors though, I guess its been Mignolet with those recently.
Yes, as I said he stopped making big mistakes. I watch a lot of Liverpool games, as my flat-mate is a Liverpool fan, and believe me he has still been a poor goalkeeper this season. He's extremely unsure of himself when coming to corners/ crosses, terrible in one-on-ones, has poor communication with his defenders, not so good natural reflexes...
I could go on, but you get the point. I'm shocked actually that he hasn't made more critical errors though, I guess its been Mignolet with those recently.
I've watched a lot too this season because of Fantasy.
He's seemed a decent shot stopper in any case.
Mignolet made loads of errors early in the season, which is why karius got the chance
Bale seems to want out. Zidane also said his situation is complicated etc. Out with that fat wallet, Ed!
Liverpool will be kicking themselves
Bale seems to want out. Zidane also said his situation is complicated etc. Out with that fat wallet, Ed!
Good, I hope he comes back to the Prem.
Anyone know the exact date and time of the first game? Want to do a countdown
Anyone know the exact date and time of the first game? Want to do a countdown
June 14th, 6pm UTC+3. So this hour.
World Cup is here! The hosts destroy an epically poor Saudi Arabia team
Going to morroco v Iran tomorrow. Can't wait.
Going to morroco v Iran tomorrow. Can't wait.
Sweet. Where is it?
Sweet. Where is it?
At Peterborough. Second biggest stadium.
Ronaldo on fire, de gea having a mare
Spain suddenly winning
Holy fudge. He'll never hit a ball that well in his life again.
This is a great game.
That was probably the best game of the finals. Gonna be hard to top.
Holy shame Ronaldo hat trick lol. He's gonna win the balon d'or again isn't he
Holy shame Ronaldo hat trick lol. He's gonna win the balon d'or again isn't he
That was already guaranteed with the CL win. He's most likely going to win the golden boot now as well, so yeah 110%
That was already guaranteed with the CL win. He's most likely going to win the golden boot now as well, so yeah 110%
I mean Messi had a chance if he could win the world cup. Too bad Iceland will knock him out soon
Who do y'all think will win the world cup and who comes second?
Mine: Germany
Second: Brazil
Close: Portugal and France
Australia frustrated France. Time for Iceland!
God I hate aguero
COME ON SON!
1-1
Saved penalty from Messi!
Great kick from Ronaldo. Was watching at the ofbrauhaus.
Great kick from Ronaldo. Was watching at the ofbrauhaus.
From yesterday?
What's ofbrauhaus?
Yes. I'm a slow poster
From yesterday?
What's ofbrauhaus?
Yes. I'm a slow poster.
It's a beer place.
Great kick from Ronaldo. Was watching at the ofbrauhaus.
Was only the second best goal of that game as well.
Amazing job from Iceland, party hard Pez!
Was only the second best goal of that game as well.
Amazing job from Iceland, party hard Pez!
Wohooo what a game! First match at a world cup for us and it's a draw against Argentina and Messi. Good stuff. This group is wide open imo.
Yeah Iceland played well. I think they need a bit more seasoning though. Great defence, but they had no way to push back.
Yeah Iceland played well. I think they need a bit more seasoning though. Great defence, but they had no way to push back.
It's difficult against such a threatening team. We were very threatening in the first half though on the counter. A bit unlucky not to score more then
It's difficult against such a threatening team. We were very threatening in the first half though on the counter. A bit unlucky not to score more then
I noticed the team's defence was solid, it's just hard to push back with that formation. But it puts up a good wall.
Woohooo! Toyota with Fernando Alonso, Kazuki Nakajima and Sebastian Buemi win Le Mans 24 hours!
2/3 for Nando!
Mexico winning Germany omg
I AM SO fudgy HAPPY RIGHT NOW
I AM SO fudgy HAPPY RIGHT NOW
Because of Germany?
I was betting on them to win it again.
Will be hard now with Sweden also in the group
Because of Germany?
I was betting on them to win it again.
Will be hard now with Sweden also in the group
Uhuh. The England German rivalry at world cup finals is strong.
Uhuh. The England German rivalry at world cup finals is strong.
Will England win it all now? Lulz
Will England win it all now? Lulz
No but I don't care, if Germany get knocked out in the group stages.
Oh my word. There's already been a lot of cracking goals at this WC.
Man, all the top teams are choking.
Man, all the top teams are choking.
Iceland surprise winner?
Iceland surprise winner?
Nah, its coming home.
Nah, its coming home.
To Spain?
To Spain?
SPAIN IS NOT THE HOME OF FOOTBALL WTF
SPAIN IS NOT THE HOME OF FOOTBALL WTF
America?
There's only one home of football; the county that's in the shape of a leg kicking a ball. Sadly they're not in this year. Now excuse me while I go to Italy to cry with my aunts and uncles.
Today's the day. Come on you three lions!!
Good job from Panama so far too
Today's the day. Come on you three lions!!
Good job from Panama so far too
Rashford still injured?
Also, Belgium has so much potential. Could get far
Rashford still injured?
Also, Belgium has so much potential. Could get far
Seems so. Not like he'd be starting anyway.
Yeah I'm expecting them to top the group and get far, we'll see.
Our youngest world cup squad in 56 years. Probably a good thing since our youth teams have been fantastic.
Lingard bright so far. Good start for England
Kane scores
fudgy get in!!! Good start lads
Young amazing
Soft as fudge penalty given to them, meanwhile we don't get a pen for a wrestling move. Man I missed the world cup and their shaming refs...
Soft as fudge penalty given to them, meanwhile we don't get a pen for a wrestling move. Man I missed the world cup and their shaming refs...
VAR tho.
I thought it was a pen. No idea what he was doing with his hand there
VAR tho.
I thought it was a pen. No idea what he was doing with his hand there
Fine, but if that's a pen we should have had two. This is what VAR should be for.
How many times is this ref going to stop play for Tunisians rolling around faking injuries. Grr
Oh thank fudge for that. Well deserved.
Holy shame Túnis is terrible defending corners
Absolutely nothing beats a last minute winner in a world cup game
Wow another upset. This world cup is cray cray.
Wow another upset. This world cup is cray cray.
And another one now. Poland falling flat!
Salah getting smashed by putin
Jesus. This shouldn't be happening.
Portugal look extremely poor. Any team with finishing quality could have thumped them today, I don't think other top teams should be worried about them
Would be glorious if Iran beat Portugal, which I think they can if Portugal play like that again.
Portugal look extremely poor. Any team with finishing quality could have thumped them today, I don't think other top teams should be worried about them
That's what I thought at the euros too. I think they just play to the level of the opponent, but have Ronaldo to save them
That's what I thought at the euros too. I think they just play to the level of the opponent, but have Ronaldo to save them
No one performed at the Euros. Well no one is performing here either really...
Well Portugal only won the Euro because they changed the rules for them to stay in. They needed to give something to Ronaldo. Argentina was supposed to win World Cup last time too (To give something to Messi), but then Germany ended up winning throwing a wrench in Fifa's plan. I think they'll try to give it to Argentina again.
Well Portugal only won the Euro because they changed the rules for them to stay in. They needed to give something to Ronaldo. Argentina was supposed to win World Cup last time too (To give something to Messi), but then Germany ended up winning throwing a wrench in Fifa's plan. I think they'll try to give it to Argentina again.
What?
Well Portugal only won the Euro because they changed the rules for them to stay in. They needed to give something to Ronaldo. Argentina was supposed to win World Cup last time too (To give something to Messi), but then Germany ended up winning throwing a wrench in Fifa's plan. I think they'll try to give it to Argentina again.
Uhmm
Conspiracy theory guys :P. I've just seen some weird things is all.
Conspiracy theory guys :P. I've just seen some weird things is all.
I know fifa is corrupt, but its about money not team favouritism :P
I know fifa is corrupt, but its about money not team favouritism :P
Yeah, how much money could Fifa have made if Messi and Argentina won the world cup last time?
Yeah, how much money could Fifa have made if Messi and Argentina won the world cup last time?
None? They don't make money off this kind of thing. The corruption was all about bids and backroom stuff. If there was match fixing involved the scandal would be much, much bigger.
None? They don't make money off this kind of thing. The corruption was all about bids and backroom stuff. If there was match fixing involved the scandal would be much, much bigger.
They don't "fix" matches. They favour matches. I vividly remember after Germany won, the commentators were going on and on about Messi and his career. Not, you know, Germany winning. Same when Italy won in 06. Zidane literally cost France the World Cup, and they give him the golden boot? The president didn't even present the cup to Italy. Portugal was kicked out of Euro Cup, but conveniently rules got changed before the tournament started and they were let through under these new rules and won. A team that shouldn't have made it to the next round wins the Euro Cup? Again, all conspiracy theories, but I do believe the higher ups favour teams and try to get them to win. Not by fixing, but through favouring.
They don't "fix" matches. They favour matches. I vividly remember after Germany won, the commentators were going on and on about Messi and his career. Not, you know, Germany winning. Same when Italy won in 06. Zidane literally cost France the World Cup, and they give him the golden boot? The president didn't even present the cup to Italy. Portugal was kicked out of Euro Cup, but conveniently rules got changed before the tournament started and they were let through under these new rules and won. A team that shouldn't have made it to the next round wins the Euro Cup? Again, all conspiracy theories, but I do believe the higher ups favour teams and try to get them to win. Not by fixing, but through favouring.
What on Earth do the commentators have to do with any of this? They have nothing to do with fifa.
And come on now, that team expansion was decided completely independently to Portugal finishing third in their group.
I really don't think they actively try and favour any countries, the only weird thing they do is the world rankings which don't really seem to make much sense.
Anyway, back to what we should be discussing. Good start to this game and it has the makings to be one of the best in the group stages.
Anyway, back to what we should be discussing. Good start to this game and it has the makings to be one of the best in the group stages.
Betting on Croatia 1-0
Pretty boring game so far though
Betting on Croatia 1-0
Pretty boring game so far though
There's been so many missed chances. It could end up finishing 3-3 and it wouldn't be surprising. Could go any way.
Holy shame lmao
Lmao caballero
Argentina is going to get knocked out by Iceland isn't it
Why don't they use dybala?
Yup it's done!
How the fudge was that not a red. Ref way too lenient
Lmao. Full on cheering Iceland now! You can finish second boys!
Almost 3-0
Now 0-3 lol. That goal difference will help us
HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA
This is my favourite world cup
Croatia has been scary good though. Hopefully they won't walk over us
Croatia has been scary good though. Hopefully they won't walk over us
Gonna be a tough one for you. Get through Nigeria first though!
Gonna be a tough one for you. Get through Nigeria first though!
On the bright side we won our last game against Croatia and finished first in our group
What on Earth do the commentators have to do with any of this? They have nothing to do with fifa.
And come on now, that team expansion was decided completely independently to Portugal finishing third in their group.
I really don't think they actively try and favour any countries, the only weird thing they do is the world rankings which don't really seem to make much sense.
I'm sure Fifa officials don't feed lines to commentators ::) . Point is I noticed weird things and all I'm saying what my crazy conspiracy theories are :P
Yes VAR! Great decision!
You done iced up Iceland
Yo done iced up Iceland
Yo done iced up Iceland
fudgy atrocious match omg
I missed it. What happened?
Good win for Switzerland. Serbia now have to beat Brazil to go through, and if they do then Brazil are out of Swiss avoid defeat against Costa Rica. Going to be a great conclusion to group E, hopefully Serbia can do it!
Nigeria are basically through and knock Argentina out if they can hold them to a draw.
Iran vs. Portugal will be huge, winner goes through and I can see Iran being able to beat Portugal.
This is a great WC. Hopefully Germany fudge up again tomorrow.
Good win for Switzerland. Serbia now have to beat Brazil to go through, and if they do then Brazil are out of Swiss avoid defeat against Costa Rica. Going to be a great conclusion to group E, hopefully Serbia can do it!
Nigeria are basically through and knock Argentina out if they can hold them to a draw.
Iran vs. Portugal will be huge, winner goes through and I can see Iran being able to beat Portugal.
This is a great WC. Hopefully Germany fudge up again tomorrow.
Well if Nigeria draws Argentina then Iceland would need to win Croatia 2-0 (potentially 3-1+). Difficult but possible
Also if Argentina win 2-1 and we do that too we'll go through
Well if Nigeria draws Argentina then Iceland would need to win Croatia 2-0 (potentially 3-1+). Difficult but possible
Also if Argentina win 2-1 and we do that too we'll go through
Yeah, I don't see you beating Croatia. Sorry bros, I'm all aboard the Nigeria train now :'(
Yeah, I don't see you beating Croatia. Sorry bros, I'm all aboard the Nigeria train now :'(
It's unlikely but it's happened before. We need to turn up though, unlike this game
My world cup adventure is nearing an end. Currently on a train from Nizhny novgorod to Moscow where I will fly back to Dublin tonight.
It all started in Poland before driving to kalingrad in prussia where I flew onto St petersburg for the Iran v Morocco match.
Next up was Moscow for Germany v Mexico, Poland v Senegal and Ronaldo v Morocco. Finally onto Nizhny Novgorod for Argentina v Croatia. Probably the best trip I've ever been on.
And incase anybody is wondering russia during the WC felt safer then any other country I'd ever been in abroad. Don't believe what the western media tells you. It's all propaganda.
Now looking forward to getting home and enjoying the rest of this WC from my couch.
Should have been a pen
YEEEEEEEESSSSS!!!!!!!
Hoho
YEEEEEEEESSSSS!!!!!!!
Hahaaaa
Should have been a pen
Indeed
Shame about Germany winning.
Come on lads, good win today let's go!
Get in!
Yeees Lingard you sexy boy
It's coming home
America?
AMERICA IS NOT THE HOME OF FOOTBALL WTF.
Seriously though, go and listen to badiel and skinner to enlighten yourself
It's coming home
It's coming home, it's coming, football's coming home.
AMERICA IS NOT THE HOME OF FOOTBALL WTF.
Seriously though, go and listen to badiel and skinner to enlighten yourself
It's coming home, it's coming, football's coming home.
Lel
Kane hat trick though. This'll be interesting. Belgium vs England will be fun
Well that was complete shambles. VAR has just caused so much complaining and stoppage of play it's so bad. Really needs to be worked on.
Well that was complete shambles. VAR has just caused so much complaining and stoppage of play it's so bad. Really needs to be worked on.
Just send the complainers off pls. Ridiculous how they're allowed to crowd the ref
Just send the complainers off pls. Ridiculous how they're allowed to crowd the ref
Yeah the ref in that game did give some yellows to complainers but obviously it still wasn't enough. There needs to be more action.
Argentina winning and we so close to scoring omg
This is so sad. All the big teams that struggled early on getting through. Come on Iceland and/ or Nigeria!
This is so sad. All the big teams that struggled early on getting through. Come on Iceland and/ or Nigeria!
Ffs Croatia and Nigeria both scored. Come on Iceland, we need two
One more! Argentina in shambles though
ArgentÃna winning. We need to score
AAAAAARRRRRRRGGGGHHHHHHHHH why does this always happen. Man that was dramatic. As much as you hate it, you gotta love it at the same time.
AAAAAARRRRRRRGGGGHHHHHHHHH why does this always happen. Man that was dramatic. As much as you hate it, you gotta love it at the same time.
fudgy marauding Rojo ffs. Would've preferred Nigeria by far
Argentina going to get knocked the fudge out by France tho
fudgy yes yes yes yeeeeeesssssss. Well done VAR! What a day!
HAHHAAHAHAHAHA YES. Amazing. Absolutely love it.
What did var do? Saw the second goal lol. Never seen such a lifeless Germany
What did var do? Saw the second goal lol. Never seen such a lifeless Germany
Offside was given for SK's first goal but VAR showed it wasn't offside.
Brazil gonna win isn't it
Crazy to think either Switzerland or Sweden could play a team like Belgium, Senegal, columbia or Japan in a quarter final. I don't include England because I believe they will foolishly try and win the group when they'd be much better off coming second.
Anyway there's a real possibility a really unlikely country will make the semi final.
Interesting game coming up
Looks like the complete b team for Belgium lol while England has more of a mix
No idea how januzaj got picked
And he scored lol
Good goal
I see Rashford still can't score 1v1 for the life of him
Ugh I'm annoyed that Southgate made 8 changes for that match. Momentum is gone but you can't really say much else. The formation didn't suit those players, and I don't think any of them made a case to put themselves into the first choice side. Just hope our proper team can perform against Colombia now.
Interesting game coming up
Looks like the complete b team for Belgium lol while England has more of a mix
We had one first choice outfield player, hardly a mix.
Ugh I'm annoyed that Southgate made 8 changes for that match. Momentum is gone but you can't really say much else. The formation didn't suit those players, and I don't think any of them made a case to put themselves into the first choice side. Just hope our proper team can perform against Colombia now.
We had one first choice outfield player, hardly a mix.
Stones, dier? Cahill has also been playing quite a bit. So that's 4/11 at least.
Meanwhile Belgium had like 0-1
Stones, dier? Cahill has also been playing quite a bit. So that's 4/11 at least.
Meanwhile Belgium had like 0-1
Lol no fudgy way Dier and Cahill are first choice, they both proved beyond all doubt this game that they're not. Stones was the only one. We had 1, same as Belgium.
Lol no fudgy way Dier and Cahill are first choice, they both proved beyond all doubt this game that they're not. Stones was the only one. We had 1, same as Belgium.
Eh then I guess the team hasn't been finalized until very very recently.
Wait, who are the other regular CBs then?
Eh then I guess the team hasn't been finalized until very very recently.
Wait, who are the other regular CBs then?
Stones, Maguire and Walker are the three first choice CBs in the 3-5-2 formation. Cahill is probably just short of being selected ahead of Walker.
Stones, Maguire and Walker are the three first choice CBs in the 3-5-2 formation. Cahill is probably just short of being selected ahead of Walker.
Thought walker was more of a full back or wing back huh
Thought walker was more of a full back or wing back huh
Yeah but he's being used quite effectively as a CB in the 3-5-2. He's got great pace, which I think one of the 3 needs. Plus he's very good defensively, and can provide some attacking support. It works quite well.
Mboopi is scary fast. What a goal from the snake
Holy fudge what is France doing
dang, bangers only
Mbappe a monster confirmed
Wow what a game that was. France looked great but had a few defensive frailties. Mbappe looks set to be a real star of the future. More of that please!
Wow what a game that was. France looked great but had a few defensive frailties. Mbappe looks set to be a real star of the future. More of that please!
Mbappe is already scary good, only 19 at that
Also, Inb4 Portugal win 1-0 with a Ronaldo pen in 93rd min
Mbappe is already scary good, only 19 at that
Also, Inb4 Portugal win 1-0 with a Ronaldo pen in 93rd min
Yeah, he's half a year younger than me! Crazy.
God I hope not, not a fan of either team but I want Uruguay to win.
Yeah, he's half a year younger than me! Crazy.
God I hope not, not a fan of either team but I want Uruguay to win.
He's 8 years younger than me, even crazier
Portugal will crustard their way through like the euros
He's 8 years younger than me, even crazier
Portugal will crustard their way through like the euros
Yeah but I'm a babby!
Nah I don't think so, they were lucky. Even if they get past Uruguay they won't beat France.
Ooh, lovely goal.
Wonderful. Both Messi and Ronaldo out in the same day. I've had enough of people only talking about them when there are plenty of players pretty much as good that do perform on the world stage. Time for the real stars to shine.
Wonderful. Both Messi and Ronaldo out in the same day. I've had enough of people only talking about them when there are plenty of players pretty much as good that do perform on the world stage. Time for the real stars to shine.
Time for mboopi
Golden boot race will be interesting. I bet Kane will win but might be hard if they don't go through this round. Belgium will likely go further so Lukaku can have more chances. He usually scores less against top teams though
Time for mboopi
Golden boot race will be interesting. I bet Kane will win but might be hard if they don't go through this round. Belgium will likely go further so Lukaku can have more chances. He usually scores less against top teams though
Yeah I think Kane winning the boot and us getting through will basically be equivalent. If he does win the boot, he's given us goals to help us through. If not, we'll probably get knocked out. And yeah, Kane performs more in the big games. If England and Belgium were to play the same number of games then you'd back Kane to score more every day of the week.
I'm feeling pretty good about Colombia, although naturally I'm quite nervous. I reckon even if they match us on the field, set pieces should give us the upper hand. And apparently we've been properly practising for penalty shoot-outs this year, so it in't a guaranteed loss any more if it comes to that ;D
Spain and Croatia is my bet for today
Spain and Croatia is my bet for today
Yep, those are the much better teams :P
Would be a great quarter final.
Yep, those are the much better teams :P
Would be a great quarter final.
Well spain hasn't been that convincing and it's 1-1!
Denmark has also been pretty dang good.
Well spain hasn't been that convincing and it's 1-1!
Denmark has also been pretty dang good.
Yeah Spain have never looked convincing in this WC. I think I'd back Croatia against them. Eh Denmark have been boring, sitting back and defending. Defending well I'll give you that, but I don't want them to get any further. Croatia play better football and have been fantastic so far, so I'm definitely backing them.
Spain need to pick up the tempo and go for it now.
Man Spain really have no plan B do they? Absolutely devoid of any ideas. Definitely not looking like they'd trouble the likes of France or Uruguay, probably even Croatia.
Man Spain really have no plan B do they? Absolutely devoid of any ideas. Definitely not looking like they'd trouble the likes of France or Uruguay, probably even Croatia.
Yup seem like a one trick pony. Not convincing at all. Russia could steal this. They're really neutralizing them
Spain reminds me of Van Gaal football. Endless sideways passes and possession just for possession's sake
Yup seem like a one trick pony. Not convincing at all. Russia could steal this. They're really neutralizing them
Spain reminds me of Van Gaal football. Endless sideways passes and possession just for possession's sake
Yeah it's that kind of football. They need at least one player making runs behind but it's just not happening, or they're mostly ignoring them.
Here goes another 30 mins of this boredom.
Penalties. Russia is going to win aren't they
Koke blows the first
Yup Spain out. Ddg is unfortunately terrible at penalties. Don't remember him ever saving one
Wow what a save! Well done Russia! Spain deserve to go out, shocking performance.
What a start :o
Actually this isn't good. I think all the tyres will be taken off the bus now, well an truly parked.
Okay never mind holy shame. What a hilarious goal
Lol good start
Another boring second half though. This will probably go to penalties too
Yup penalties it is, after Smeichel saves a pen with less than 5 minutes remaining. Drama!
Lol what a shootout
Spain and Croatia is my bet for today
1/2
Lol what a shootout
1/2
Yeah, 50/50. That was a terrible shootout. Croatia scrape through after a poor performance. If they play like that against Russia it'll be close. If they play like they did in the group stages they'll be fine.
Should be a good day tomorrow. I'm getting increasingly nervous for the England game though :(
Yeah, 50/50. That was a terrible shootout. Croatia scrape through after a poor performance. If they play like that against Russia it'll be close. If they play like they did in the group stages they'll be fine.
Should be a good day tomorrow. I'm getting increasingly nervous for the England game though :(
Brazil and Belgium tomorrow. Can Mexico and Japan surprise though?
Yeah, 50/50. That was a terrible shootout. Croatia scrape through after a poor performance. If they play like that against Russia it'll be close. If they play like they did in the group stages they'll be fine.
Should be a good day tomorrow. I'm getting increasingly nervous for the England game though :(
Don't have any hope for England. They always find a way to lose.
This world cup is awesome though. All the "big" teams are getting their asses kicked. Good riddance Germany. And it's great that Portugal are out as well. Spain are boring as fudge and just pass the ball between their midfield and defence so good riddance as well.
Let's just hope France gets knocked out soon and everyone I dislike is out!
Don't have any hope for England. They always find a way to lose.
This world cup is awesome though. All the "big" teams are getting their asses kicked. Good riddance Germany. And it's great that Portugal are out as well. Spain are boring as fudge and just pass the ball between their midfield and defence so good riddance as well.
Let's just hope France gets knocked out soon and everyone I dislike is out!
Well that's true. That's why I'm very worried. But, there's a positivity around the squad that I haven't seen before. I think Southgate has a good thing going, so we'll see. At the end of the day, we just need to perform to our best against Colombia.
Agreed with all that. As much as I dislike France as an Englishman, they are exciting to watch. However, so are Uruguay and its always great to see Suarez and Cavani play, they're just outstanding, especially for their work rate and commitment. So I'll be rooting for them over France.
Well that's true. That's why I'm very worried. But, there's a positivity around the squad that I haven't seen before. I think Southgate has a good thing going, so we'll see. At the end of the day, we just need to perform to our best against Colombia.
Agreed with all that. As much as I dislike France as an Englishman, they are exciting to watch. However, so are Uruguay and its always great to see Suarez and Cavani play, they're just outstanding, especially for their work rate and commitment. So I'll be rooting for them over France.
Suarez is a pathetic human being though lol. Even in his last game he pretended to be hurt at least twice
Don't have any hope for England. They always find a way to lose.
This world cup is awesome though. All the "big" teams are getting their asses kicked. Good riddance Germany. And it's great that Portugal are out as well. Spain are boring as fudge and just pass the ball between their midfield and defence so good riddance as well.
Let's just hope France gets knocked out soon and everyone I dislike is out!
France has an exciting squad though!
Spain actually set a passing record yesterday lulz
Suarez is a pathetic human being though lol. Even in his last game he pretended to be hurt at least twice France has an exciting squad though!
Spain actually set a passing record yesterday lulz
Alright, but there's loads of players who do that. At least someone on every team. Don't get why you'd single him out for that.
Doesn't surprise me, considering there was extra time.
Alright, but there's loads of players who do that. At least someone on every team. Don't get why you'd single him out for that.
Doesn't surprise me, considering there was extra time.
Oh no it's not just because of that. Remember the bites? The Evra racism?
Oh no it's not just because of that. Remember the bites? The Evra racism?
Yeah of course I just wondered why you only mentioned the faking. He's one of the biggest yucky ducks in football, but there's no denying he's world class. Plus I'm English so I'm forced to support the opponents of the French anyway ;D
Yeah of course I just wondered why you only mentioned the faking. He's one of the biggest yucky ducks in football, but there's no denying he's world class. Plus I'm English so I'm forced to support the opponents of the French anyway ;D
Haha the faking just reminded me of how he is. Tbh I feel like he hasn't been as good the past year. Cavani is amazing though
Haha the faking just reminded me of how he is. Tbh I feel like he hasn't been as good the past year. Cavani is amazing though
Suarez creates a lot and works incredibly hard, Cavani is better though yeah. I was saying to my mate that I'd take either of those two on my team instead of Messi or Ronaldo. It's infuriating watching them stroll around doing absolutely nothing for their team except for when the ball is given to them. I'd take a hard worker over that any day.
OH. MY. GOD.
WHAT A fudgy HIT SON! GO JAPAN!!!!
Crazy game. Well done Belgium. Good luck with Brazil though....
Omg Belgium
Crazy game. Well done Belgium. Good luck with Brazil though....
Fellaini the savior once again
Whew! Congrats Sweden. Neither team played well, Sweden couldn't shoot for shame but they got through. Let's see who awaits them...
Glad for Sweden! Jättebra!
Should be an easy road to the finals for them now
England make 9 changes, as expected. Back to the 11 from the first game. Still haven't seen the Colombia team news...
Glad for Sweden! Jättebra!
Should be an easy road to the finals for them now
Oi
England make 9 changes, as expected. Back to the 11 from the first game. Still haven't seen the Colombia team news...
Oi
Heheehe
Heheehe
Grr
James not even on the bench. Well then, that's a boost for us.
Grr
James not even on the bench. Well then, that's a boost for us.
Omg no
It's coming home!
It's coming home!
I predict 3-2
0-0 and not a lot happening
Ugh why did I expect that Colombia would actually try and play football instead of wrestle and cheat the ref. What a shame.
Anyway, we didn't play our best and Colombia were bad too, not a good match so far.
Ugh why did I expect that Colombia would actually try and play football instead of wrestle and cheat the ref. What a shame.
Anyway, we didn't play our best and Colombia were bad too, not a good match so far.
Colombia to win 1-0 or in penalties lol
Wowee I see all the Colombians are being yucky ducks today. I don't think I've ever seen a coach shoulder barge a player before.
Kane scores again
Lol this match. Ref has no control
All the colombisns are so riled up, being really dirty. Very weird to see. Good for Kane, 2 clear on golden boot now!
Yeeeehaaaaa
What a shot before this
Classic England. We'll be off home now then I guess lol
Classic England. We'll be off home now then I guess lol
To the penalties!
Well. Now to experience the worst moment of the year.
Omg what a save
Oh my lord. Thank fudge for that. Destroyed my voice lmao
Well we barely deserved it but we got through, have to play well next game
Congrats! Not entirely convincing but you're through at least
The two matches today was kinda boring to watch :(
All team played below what they can I guess.
The two matches today was kinda boring to watch :(
All team played below what they can I guess.
Yeah we played nowhere close to our best, I hope we can find it for the next round.
Last night's game was the second most viewed football game ever in the UK (behind the '66 final), and the most watched broadcast since the 2012 Olympics closing ceremony. Hype was real, lol.
So Colombians have started a petition to replay the match, apparently because the referee were biased against them. Wow. This isn't just some people online either, some of their players have come out and said the ref was biased too. So, not only were they the most dirty team I've ever seen play but they're also delusional and sore losers. To think I respected them before this... I hope I never have to watch them again.
That shameless.
Good win for France, they look really good.
Hopefully this will be a good game!
Brazil out! Great game by Belgium
France v Belgium. Local derby
England/Sweden vs Croatia/Russia
Only European teams left. Eu master race. European domination!
Yeah it's suddenly Euro 2018, and it's a better lineup than 2016 ;D
Come on boys today, don't let it go to another shootout please!
Yeah it's suddenly Euro 2018, and it's a better lineup than 2016 ;D
Come on boys today, don't let it go to another shootout please!
Less than an hour!
What a ball by young. United players on fire
Pickford great save
Another united assist!
Pickford wtf
Pickford is on fire. We've played well, bit open at the back but fine.
It's finally coming home!
Really good win. Our best performance yet. Keep improving lads! Really proud of the team, only two of our teams before have ever reached the semis, no pressure on them now.
Worst game for Sweden in the tournament. I guess they would've scored 1 though if Pickford hadn't been on fire
Worst game for Sweden in the tournament. I guess they would've scored 1 though if Pickford hadn't been on fire
Nah they played better than there last game against Switzerland, they created many more chances.
Nah they played better than there last game against Switzerland, they created many more chances.
Nothing in the first half I can remember. Then like 2 really good chances later
Croatia Belgium in the final imo. Although France could win Belgium.
Oh no Russia scored again
Always penalties
Holy shame modric almost didn't score his
Rakitic seals it again!
Croatia vs England it is
Croatia Belgium in the final imo. Although France could win Belgium.
Oh no Russia scored again
Always penalties
Holy shame modric almost didn't score his
Rakitic seals it again!
Croatia vs England it is
How dare you. France England final, would be crazy.
First semi final about to start. I predict a close Belgium win!
Well done France! I hope we can join them tomorrow.
Good game for France. Belgium looked off their game. De Bruyne especially was woeful
Well done France! I hope we can join them tomorrow.
With Croatia having played to penalties twice in a row I wouldn't bet against it lol. Looked tired as hell last game
Also, mbappe clearly has learned a thing or two from neymar at PSG...
Soooo Ronnie to Juve. Discuss!
Mbappe yellow for time wasting : soccer (https://www.reddit.com/r/soccer/comments/8xsnhc/comment/e25cget)
Soooo Ronnie to Juve. Discuss!
Mbappe yellow for time wasting : soccer (https://www.reddit.com/r/soccer/comments/8xsnhc/comment/e25cget)
Cool. He's old, Real wanted money for him while they could. Juve get a couple years out of him.
Cool. He's old, Real wanted money for him while they could. Juve get a couple years out of him.
4 year deal though. Guess they want more than a couple years
Come on lads! Make us proud today.
Holy shame trippier
Croatia looks fudgy knackered already
This is going to penalties isn't it
We've been awful this half. Southgate needs to do something.
Croatia have dominated. Could've buried it but then Kane got a free header he ruined
Croatia have dominated. Could've buried it but then Kane got a free header he ruined
Yeah Croatia were much better. Well deserved. Proud of the lads for getting so far.
Croatia have crazy stamina. Might win France!
Good game. Kind of glad we didn't have penalties yet again.
Now for 3rd place against Belgium, again. I'm betting on Belgium that game.
The old enemy england are out. Huge celebrations all across Ireland and Scotland. Up the Croatians!
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Incredible day at Wimbledon today. Lovely tennis in this game right now
Belgium 3rd place!
Interesting that England got only 3 wins out of 7 yet finished fourth. Wins against Tunisia, Panama and Sweden.
Belgium 3rd place!
Interesting that England got only 3 wins out of 7 yet finished fourth. Wins against Tunisia, Panama and Sweden.
Well we did also beat Colombia on pens :P
But yeah, we got lucky, never really played that well. We could have easily gone out in the groups or round of 16 if luck wasn't on our side. I'm encouraged by how far we got, but we still have a lot of improving to do.
Well we did also beat Colombia on pens :P
But yeah, we got lucky, never really played that well. We could have easily gone out in the groups or round of 16 if luck wasn't on our side. I'm encouraged by how far we got, but we still have a lot of improving to do.
31st out of 32 in shots from open play lulz. Really good in set pieces though
31st out of 32 in shots from open play lulz. Really good in set pieces though
We were one of the only teams to properly work on set pieces it seems. That's good, but our open play really was lacking. It was annoying to watch sometimes.
England were average. They were blessed with the easiest run to the final since the 32 team format began. They weren't far off beating Croatia and making the final. I've no doubt France would have won though if they did.
England were average. They were blessed with the easiest run to the final since the 32 team format began. They weren't far off beating Croatia and making the final. I've no doubt France would have won though if they did.
Yeah hard to argue with this. France would have battered us. If we played on the same day and didn't have extra time then it might have been a closer match, but given the circumstances I would have expected France to beat us something like 4-1 in the final. I expect France to beat Croatia 3-1 or 2-1.
Well this is it. All this football and here we come to the last game. Lets hope its a game to remember!
France 3 - 2 Croatia I think. Should be an exciting game
France 3 - 2 Croatia I think. Should be an exciting game
World cup finals are usually tense, cagey and low scoing. 3-2 would be fantastic :o
World cup finals are usually tense, cagey and low scoing. 3-2 would be fantastic :o
Well considering the teams I think this is realistic. Maybe 2-1
Well considering the teams I think this is realistic. Maybe 2-1
Yeah I think a team will score more than 1 goal for the first time since 2002. Both teams have fantastic players, and more important they're both great on the counter with lots of pace, especially France.
Oooh nice goal! We have a final!
Holy shame what a goal. Croatia has been way better
Oh no. That's not a penalty. VAR strikes in the worst way in the final :-\
Oh no. That's not a penalty. VAR strikes in the worst way in the final :-\
Hmm I think it is though. The other goal was unfair though. Griezmann dived
I'm sure Croatia can come back
Hmm I think it is though. The other goal was unfair though. Griezmann dived
I'm sure Croatia can come back
His arm was dropping after jumping, which is natural. You can't say for sure it was deliberate, so its not a clear error from the ref and it shouldn't be overturned. Not a penalty.
Croatia have been the better team.
Croatia well on top in the first half, haven't given France anything but they've been well and truly robbed. Can't imagine how mad their fans are right now.
Lmao Alan Shearer is livid with the referee. All the BBC boys agree he shouldn't have given it.
His arm was dropping after jumping, which is natural. You can't say for sure it was deliberate, so its not a clear error from the ref and it shouldn't be overturned. Not a penalty.
Croatia have been the better team.
He was a bit unlucky, couldn't gone either way but I understand the penalty. Maybe it wasn't intentional but his hand was way out and moving towards the ball
Lmao Alan Shearer is livid with the referee. All the BBC boys agree he shouldn't have given it.
Naturally lol. I'm sure most English people would prefer Croatia to win now after their loss against them.
Perisic only had one hand out when the ball hit him which makes it look worse and less like a natural movement
He was a bit unlucky, couldn't gone either way but I understand the penalty. Maybe it wasn't intentional but his hand was way out and moving towards the ballNaturally lol. I'm sure most English people would prefer Croatia to win now after their loss against them.
Perisic only had one hand out when the ball hit him which makes it look worse and less like a natural movement
Oh yeah if a ref gave that normally I'd be fine with it, even if I think it would be soft. But VAR shouldn't overturn that.
I don't think so, Shearer has just been very vocal and annoyed about VAR whenever it makes mistakes. Most people I know want France to win tbh
Oh yeah if a ref gave that normally I'd be fine with it, even if I think it would be soft. But VAR shouldn't overturn that.
I don't think so, Shearer has just been very vocal and annoyed about VAR whenever it makes mistakes. Most people I know want France to win tbh
Well var didn't make a mistake now, I don't think there's any way to claim that. There's enough reasonable evidence for it to be a pen. I don't think shearer has any reason to be angry lol
Well var didn't make a mistake now, I don't think there's any way to claim that. There's enough reasonable evidence for it to be a pen. I don't think shearer has any reason to be angry lol
yes it did. According to all fifa rules that shouldn't be given.
Anyway, Croatia well on top in the second half as well. They really deserve a goal.
Oh, well then.
Excellence from Pogba there.
Wow that pass. Great goal
Wow that pass. Great goal
Pass was phenomenal. Pogba playing better than I've ever seen in this WC
Pass was phenomenal. Pogba playing better than I've ever seen in this WC
Yup. Hope he keeps up this form. It helps to have griezmann, kante and mbappe around him though
Lmao, GG. The type of score I was predicting but not how I expected it to go.
That seals Mbappe golden ball I think.
Holy shame mbappe
Lmao, GG. The type of score I was predicting but not how I expected it to go.
That seals Mbappe golden ball I think.
Wait won't Kane win it?
Also both mbappe and griez have 4 I think
Holy shame mbappe
Wait won't Kane win it?
Also both mbappe and griez have 4 I think
Golden ball not golden boot.
At least France deserve the win now.
What the actual fudge. He Karius'd it!
Hahaha what a game.
Icelandic presenter had just called him maybe the best goalkeeper in the world lol. Not even close
Hahaha what a game.
Icelandic presenter had just called him maybe the best goalkeeper in the world lol. Not even close
Eh he is one of the best, that was an uncharacteristic mistake.
Eh he is one of the best, that was an uncharacteristic mistake.
Maybe top 10. Not close to being the best. He makes far too many mistakes like this.
Maybe top 10. Not close to being the best. He makes far too many mistakes like this.
Top 10 is surely one of best??
Well done France, they deserve to be champions. They were the best over the whole tournament, were often very entertaining and have the most talented players.
Deserved golden ball for modric, golden glove for courtois. Hilarious golden boot for Kane but we'll take it ;D
Top 10 is surely one of best??
Well done France, they deserve to be champions. They were the best over the whole tournament, were often very entertaining and have the most talented players.
Well he said likely the best... There's a big gap from #9-10 to #1
Well he said likely the best... There's a big gap from #9-10 to #1
Well true, I don't think he's likely the best. De Gea is better for sure, Neuer is too (or was before his injury). Then I guess he's in the mix with others behind like Courtois.
Congrats France and congrats Croatia for making it to the final. If France had a day less instead of Croatia to rest after the semi I think it would have been much closer and provably went to extra time.
However France came through the much harder side of the draw and are worthy winners. They just made up for the humiliation of euro 2016 the best way possible. Favourites to win euro 2020?
Anyway this sports thread has been a great success so far. GG.
Congrats France and congrats Croatia for making it to the final. If France had a day less instead of Croatia to rest after the semi I think it would have been much closer and provably went to extra time.
However France came through the much harder side of the draw and are worthy winners. They just made up for the humiliation of euro 2016 the best way possible. Favourites to win euro 2020?
Anyway this sports thread has been a great success so far. GG.
Yeah it was an amazing WC to watch and France deserve to win it. I would not bet against them for Euro 2020, especially as Mbappe will be coming on leaps and bounds.
It has! Its a shame we only talk about football though, no one likes f1 or tennis or anything. I'm looking forward to talking to you 'Muricans about NFL though.
Well I'm irish so after soccer I follow gaelic football, hurling and rugby. I don't follow the American sports.
Well I'm irish so after soccer I follow gaelic football, hurling and rugby. I don't follow the American sports.
What on earth is hurling and gaelic football? :o
You should try watching NFL, its great fun to watch, especially with a couple of mates.
There are too many breaks in play for me to enjoy it. I only watch the odd superbowl. Nfl does have a cult following in Ireland though. I know that.
What's hurling? The 2 all Ireland semi finals are taking place on the 28th and 29th so I'll remind you then if you want to check them out. Very unique sport that has been played on the island for thousands of years.
There are too many breaks in play for me to enjoy it. I only watch the odd superbowl. Nfl does have a cult following in Ireland though. I know that.
What's hurling? The 2 all Ireland semi finals are taking place on the 28th and 29th so I'll remind you then if you want to check them out. Very unique sport that has been played on the island for thousands of years.
Yeah that's why its fun to watch with friends, you can just chat during the breaks. Also watching on sky is great, they fill all the stops with analysis and some top banter ;D
Maybe I will!
Yeah that's why its fun to watch with friends, you can just chat during the breaks. Also watching on sky is great, they fill all the stops with analysis and some top banter ;D
Maybe I will!
Sorry forgot to remind you about the hurling semi final today. Clare were playing galway and they served up a classic ending in a draw even after 20 minutes of extra time. So it goes to a replay next Saturday.
Anyway came on to let you know that tomorrow as in Sunday at 15.30 irish time cork v limerick the other semi final takes place. Should be about 75,000 at the match. Its on rte 2 and sky sports so if you can get a livestream online check it out. I was at the match today but unfortunately can't make tomorrow as I've a match of my own.
Mcgregor vs khabib tonight
Bengals will win the Super Bowl.
Am I right or am I right?
Bengals will win the Super Bowl.
Am I right or am I right?
Hahaha no.
Rockies had a great year. Sad to see them lose.
Bengals will win the Super Bowl.
Am I right or am I right?
lol well it was a good turnaround yesterday, though the dolphins did kinda fudge that one up for themselves.
lol well it was a good turnaround yesterday, though the dolphins did kinda fudge that one up for themselves.
If we beat Pittsburgh we could possibly go 12-4
@Cute Pikachu you feeling okay, hun? :P
@Cute Pikachu you feeling okay, hun? :P
Lmao It's a typical bengals move
Lmao It's a typical bengals move
Against the browns though, eek! We're watching Eagles Giants, would be hilarious if Eagles lost again.
Man, what a sport American Football is.
Man, what a sport American Football is.
Overtime rules are very dumb though.
Welp another Patriots SB. Yay.....
Welp another Patriots SB. Yay.....
ikr. We are all Rams.
8 in a row for Ole. What a game away against Arsenal today!
More like Kepa lost his mind. What the actual fudge is that kid thinking
More like Kepa lost his mind. What the actual fudge is that kid thinking
That was one of the craziest things I've seen happen in football. It was madness.
Almost made up for the most boring and disappointing afternoon of football this season... heh.
That was one of the craziest things I've seen happen in football. It was madness.
Almost made up for the most boring and disappointing afternoon of football this season... heh.
Lol. No goals for over 210mins
I mean, Kepa surely knew Caballero is good at penalties, plus was at city once?
Ahahahaha PSG and Real Madrid both out against the odds. Gotta love the CL
Now we just need Juve to leave. And it would be awesome
WHAT A fudgy MATCH!
Buffon is cursed
Baseball is almost here you Europeans
Baseball is almost here you Europeans
Cool story bro
Baseball is almost here you Europeans
What's that?
Can't wait for the Water Polo season to start, now that's a real sport for real sports fans.
Wowzas
Genuinely can't believe what I just witnessed. Liverpool totally outplayed Barca, what an amazing team and manager they have.
Fade me
Haha Barcelona
That last goal was just hilariously careless. Also brilliant from TAA
WHAT THE fudge!!! English football is back baby ;D
WHAT THE fudge!!! English football is back baby ;D
Haha wish my team had the same spirit. They did for a few games.
Funny how spurs almost seems better without Kane sometimes
So 4/4 English teams in the European finals this year. Not bad! Although I really don't like Arsenal and Chelsea so eh
So 4/4 English teams in the European finals this year. Not bad! Although I really don't like Arsenal and Chelsea so eh
Manchester am cry
David Beckham is still so good at football! Also looks younger than many current footballers lol
CL final time! Come on Liverpool... Spurs winning the Champions League would be a travesty ;D
We're all Spurs fans for a day
We're all Spurs fans for a day
By all you mean you United fans right?
By all you mean you United fans right?
Everyone that's not a Liverpool fan ;)
Premier league is back! Starts with an own goal
I went to Summer Slam for those who watch wrestling(No one)
I went to Summer Slam for those who watch wrestling(No one)
I watched WWE for like 3 months with some friends but I couldn't put up with any more. Its pretty horrible if you ask me :P
I watched WWE for like 3 months with some friends but I couldn't put up with any more. Its pretty horrible if you ask me :P
It's very terrible. But watching it live is good.
Premier league is back! Starts with an own goal
And my team has fallen from great heights the last 6 years and still manage to go lower this season
And my team has fallen from great heights the last 6 years and still manage to go lower this season
So sad
Question, OP.
What is this (I believe it is pronounced) extra size written in the OP?
Gym, baby!
Buccaneers almost pulled off a great comeback.
Indy 500 was pretty entertaining. I hardly ever watch it but this year there were a bunch of crashes in the last few laps and a last second upset.
I had a roommate in grad school that was really into racing. it was far more interesting when I had someone to narrate the politics of racing but not interesting enough for me to get into it.
felt too much like fantasy football where I'd need to dedicate my life to something meaningless to get anything out of it.
Nuggets gonna win the whole thing aren't they? 8)
Another one