I hate Neymar :mad:
Is there somewhere that i can watch the games online?
:Dcome on, you have goaled yourself.
:D
Anyone know where I can watch them live online..for free?http://gofirstrowus.eu/
Some real good matches this evening. Think Mexico v Cameroon will be a thriller. And Spain v Holland will either be brilliant or an absolute borefest.
Some real good matches this evening. Think Mexico v Cameroon will be a thriller. And Spain v Holland will either be brilliant or an absolute borefest.
I am waiting for the England playing later today. Keep ur eyes on becoz its gonna be a good game!England overhypes themselves in the WC. Italy is gonna get an easy win
England is gonna get crushedI am waiting for the England playing later today. Keep ur eyes on becoz its gonna be a good game!England overhypes themselves in the WC. Italy is gonna get an easy win
Well, after the first game, it was obvious that at least one referee has been bribed, or at least he has so much fear in the citizens of Brazil that he felt compelled to make calls in their favor.
I dislike big sporting events like the World Cup and the Olympics, because often times the governments spend tens of billions of dollars with few actual benefits for the citizens but some prestige for the country. And government officials and their friends and a few sports teams always get a few handouts. See Qatar and Russia.
Regardless of my dislike of the authoritarian nature of these events, I do enjoy the entertainment aspect. When you put all the emotions and grandstanding aside, that's what modern professional sports is these days: an entertainment industry. When you look at sports from that angle, you get less emotional about the whole thing.
Enough of that schpeel. I like the Germans, Italians, and Argentines this time around. The era of Spain looks to be winding down. Brazil has some great players, but it looks like they need some gifts from the referee to win their first game and they do not play team football as well as some other teams. Then again, the home country advantage has already begun to show.
I would hope that my home country figures out a way to at least tie Ghana this time around. Ghana beat the USA in the last two World Cups, and our team could not compete with their speed, strength, and team play. I say park the bus and play the counter attack. But I'm just an armchair quarterback.
I can’t tell you how strongly I agree.
International sporting events are all huge expenses with little tangible benefits for the host country.
It is inevitably dominated by corrupt and arrogant government officials who waste the people’s money for a tiny bit of prestige.
The entertainment factor is there; I do enjoy it. But I remember, it’s entertainment. There’s no philosophic or intellectual best here, nothing is objective. Refereeing has always been biased towards the home country; FIFA is extremely adverse to having the home country lose early matches because they want to keep the interest levels up in the home country.
Remember how referees were bending backwards for South Korea some years back when they hosted? Even if it is Brazil, a nation practically guaranteed to reach the semis every World Cup, they can’t afford to run the risk of having Brazil crash out early. Already matches are being played to half-full stadiums and anti-World Cup people are demonstrating;
As for FIFA, it is a sleazy organization comparable to Goldman Sachs. It’s not about the Beautiful Game for FIFA officials; it is about getting bribed, wined and dined, treated like kings, etc.
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The Amazzonia stadium is the most expensive one but the field seems made of sand and they don't even have a soccer team down there
The Amazzonia stadium is the most expensive one but the field seems made of sand and they don't even have a soccer team down there
The Amazzonia stadium is the most expensive one but the field seems made of sand and they don't even have a soccer team down there
They also spray painted the ground to make it more green, rofl.
why englandNot so good athletic preparation (too many players with cramps) and because they're for the most part very young so need time to grow as a team
why
why englandBecause England isn't a good football team. Look at the players in the team. Everyone in the team plays in Premier League, but they still aren't the best players in Premier League and Premier League isn't even the third best League in Europe. England have to much faith and population to believe that they would win the cup
why
The spray they use for free kicks is hilariouswhat would you expect dude?
true!The Amazzonia stadium is the most expensive one but the field seems made of sand and they don't even have a soccer team down there
They also spray painted the ground to make it more green, rofl.
Seven years to prepare and they can't even plant some decent grass.
The spray they use for free kicks is hilarious
The spray they use for free kicks is hilarious
Yea, I have never seen that before. I love how the players still try to step over the line.
The one thing I love at this WC is they still have matches at times quite comfortable for us (gmt+7) to watch.
Anw, any one excited about the incoming Germany-Portugal match? Cant wait :p
That spray is an amazing invention. I'm waiting for when they come up with a dual use version to use on player injuries as well.
I've always enjoyed Ghanas games but I think todays game is tad bit too late for me. Thank god I got Wednesday off, two interesting late night games tomorrow.
I really feel bad for the teams in Honduras' group, it's like they're not even trying to play football, just trying to injure the opponents. At least that's the feel I got from the yesterdays game. France was really ****ing anemic though, doubt they'll even make it to the top 8.
Watch this if you want to see the good side and bad side of soccer!
Apparently they have been using the white spray for free kicks for years in South American club football.Yea is pretty cool. When I saw the first match the Japanese ref used it I rolled laughing :D
I don't know why it hasn't been implemented sooner. It's brilliant.
Portugal is putting a stinker, and they seem to be going off in droves. One red card and two injuries.
Pepe will be out against the USA. If the Americans can actually get a result against the Black Stars, it could put them in good standing for getting out of the group. With the game against Portugal in Manaus, anything can happen in that heat and humidity.
Portugal is putting a stinker, and they seem to be going off in droves. One red card and two injuries.
Pepe will be out against the USA. If the Americans can actually get a result against the Black Stars, it could put them in good standing for getting out of the group. With the game against Portugal in Manaus, anything can happen in that heat and humidity.
Germany is looking like a world beater. No way USA can beat them, or even tie. Portugal, hmm. Did they get steamrolled by a great team, or are they beatable? Regardless of the strength of Portugal, however, Ghana is a must-win game for USA. And I think it's a must-win for Ghana as well. They cannot be hopeful about beating Germany either. And Portugal will be tough game for them too.
Heat and humidity. I'm sick of hearing about this. To the delicate Northern Europeans, 75% humidity and 86F, I guess is like a bit of hell on earth. But gimme a break, I've sweated my @ss off in July in Indiana, which has worse conditions. Try 95F and 95% humidity. Where do you find this? Try Wash., D.C. in August.
Apparently they have been using the white spray for free kicks for years in South American club football.I believe that It's actually shaving foam but I am not sure :rolleyes:
I don't know why it hasn't been implemented sooner. It's brilliant.
But the Portuguese and their European sensibilities could be a different story.did the portuguese team express any concerns about the weather?
But the Portuguese and their European sensibilities could be a different story.did the portuguese team express any concerns about the weather?
'Murica.
These Belgians man.
Pulling it out of the bag. Almost as much as Switzerland and America.
Marcelo and Pepe = Biggest ****heads so far.
Well, USA has easiest road to next round in last 40 years. All they really need to do is draw with Portugal and then lose to Germany (which is easy), but not too badly (which is hard). Like 2-0 or better 1-0. And they'll move on. Germany will win all 3 of its games. Portugal will probably lose 2. So that means if USA can win-tie-lose its 3 games, then most likely they will beat Ghana in the tie-breaker criteria, and move on. I saw some computer model on the internets which predicts this result with 67% chance of happening. And you guys know that computer models are never wrong.Well idk Ghana is a pretty solid team actually and It's quite an effort to beat them!
Well, USA has easiest road to next round in last 40 years. All they really need to do is draw with Portugal and then lose to Germany (which is easy), but not too badly (which is hard). Like 2-0 or better 1-0. And they'll move on. Germany will win all 3 of its games. Portugal will probably lose 2. So that means if USA can win-tie-lose its 3 games, then most likely they will beat Ghana in the tie-breaker criteria, and move on. I saw some computer model on the internets which predicts this result with 67% chance of happening. And you guys know that computer models are never wrong.
Well, USA has easiest road to next round in last 40 years. All they really need to do is draw with Portugal and then lose to Germany (which is easy), but not too badly (which is hard). Like 2-0 or better 1-0. And they'll move on. Germany will win all 3 of its games. Portugal will probably lose 2. So that means if USA can win-tie-lose its 3 games, then most likely they will beat Ghana in the tie-breaker criteria, and move on. I saw some computer model on the internets which predicts this result with 67% chance of happening. And you guys know that computer models are never wrong.
Portugal looks primed for collapse. The biggest question is how Ronaldo's hair will hold up in the heat and humidity.
Ghana are a fantastic team. Always like watching African teams.Wow just think of all the riots in Spain :O And I agree with the african teams. They seem to have lots of fun when they're playing!
I hope Spain lose this vs Chile. Be hilarious to see them go out in groups.
Ghana are a fantastic team. Always like watching African teams.Wow just think of all the riots in Spain :O And I agree with the african teams. They seem to have lots of fun when they're playing!
I hope Spain lose this vs Chile. Be hilarious to see them go out in groups.
Dear lord.I have waited for this day so long...
WhyyyyyDear lord.I have waited for this day so long...
Spains way to play is boring to watch aka tiki-taka, also I think it's good for the sport to have some fresh winners!WhyyyyyDear lord.I have waited for this day so long...
Spain just looked uninspired in both of their games, but maybe 6 years of playing deep into international tournaments, Champions League, and domestic leagues have finally worn them down. Who knows.they need a new gen to step up.
Spain's packing their luggages, next to come: England \m/> Vietnam
Spain's packing their luggages, next to come: England \m/
Spain's packing their luggages, next to come: England \m/> Vietnam
> didn't even make it to the cup
Don't think Ghana will get as big of a D as Portugal got. I do however want to see when Portugal crushes Murcia'Show Image(http://pik.vn/20148554cbd1-9a1c-4da6-ad04-116dbe29d11b.gif)
Prandelli (Italy coach) in the press conference has said that the climate can't be an excuse.that's only because you won that match against england lol
Good words, finally.
what happened to spain this world cup?
he isn't so mean, he said that they have to win with Costa Rica without excusesPrandelli (Italy coach) in the press conference has said that the climate can't be an excuse.that's only because you won that match against england lol
Good words, finally.
he isn't so mean, he said that they have to win with Costa Rica without excusesPrandelli (Italy coach) in the press conference has said that the climate can't be an excuse.that's only because you won that match against england lol
Good words, finally.
I was going to support TeamUSA 'cause Murika and they had that fun header in their win. But let's be honest here, I really want to root for the team that has the most swagger. I was going to root for Germany because they make ball hit net a lot. But then I saw this clip on ESPN (http://www.espnfc.us/fifa-world-cup/4/video/1894334/james-rodriguez-colombia-goal-header-at-64?ex_cid=sportscenterfb) of TeamColumbia throwing down an amazing header into team Shakira dance combo. ****ing. Sick.
Go Columbia
I was going to support TeamUSA 'cause Murika and they had that fun header in their win. But let's be honest here, I really want to root for the team that has the most swagger. I was going to root for Germany because they make ball hit net a lot. But then I saw this clip on ESPN (http://www.espnfc.us/fifa-world-cup/4/video/1894334/james-rodriguez-colombia-goal-header-at-64?ex_cid=sportscenterfb) of TeamColumbia throwing down an amazing header into team Shakira dance combo. ****ing. Sick.are you talking about the sportswear company?
Go Columbia
Or that University?I was going to support TeamUSA 'cause Murika and they had that fun header in their win. But let's be honest here, I really want to root for the team that has the most swagger. I was going to root for Germany because they make ball hit net a lot. But then I saw this clip on ESPN (http://www.espnfc.us/fifa-world-cup/4/video/1894334/james-rodriguez-colombia-goal-header-at-64?ex_cid=sportscenterfb) of TeamColumbia throwing down an amazing header into team Shakira dance combo. ****ing. Sick.are you talking about the sportswear company?
Go Columbia
Well, Team Columbia has to win, otherwise they get killed by the narco-trafficers when they get home. See here: http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/vault/article/magazine/MAG1005385/
If you want a team to root for then my advice is Italia. Or Argentina. Deutschland or Brasil? Nah. Who wants to root for the favorites? You might as well become a NY Yankees fan.
Or that University?Go Columbiaare you talking about the sportswear company?
As a brazilian, I feel like we're going to lose....
Our goalie isn't very great lol.
Exactly my opinion, I also think that the pressure from being hosts and all the expectations is going to make them nervousAs a brazilian, I feel like we're going to lose....
Our goalie isn't very great lol.
The players are individually brilliant, but they cannot seem to play well together.
Exactly my opinion, I also think that the pressure from being hosts and all the expectations is going to make them nervousAs a brazilian, I feel like we're going to lose....
Our goalie isn't very great lol.
The players are individually brilliant, but they cannot seem to play well together.
As a brazilian, I feel like we're going to lose....
Our goalie isn't very great lol.
The players are individually brilliant, but they cannot seem to play well together.
As a brazilian, I feel like we're going to lose....
Our goalie isn't very great lol.
The players are individually brilliant, but they cannot seem to play well together.
Another good example of this is Belgium, their team consist of key players in big clubs yet they could just barely win over Algeria. They're still most likely going to advance thanks to their easier than easy group.
Excited for todays games, especially how will Costa Rica fare against the mighty Italy. France - Switzerland should be pretty good too, sure Benzema scored a hattrick but it was just Honduras after all, the swiss aren't exactly a top team but if they can get their **** together they might be able to give the french a run for their money and perhaps even take the win with a header if the game stays 0-0 for too long.
As a brazilian, I feel like we're going to lose....
Our goalie isn't very great lol.
The players are individually brilliant, but they cannot seem to play well together.
Another good example of this is Belgium, their team consist of key players in big clubs yet they could just barely win over Algeria. They're still most likely going to advance thanks to their easier than easy group.
Excited for todays games, especially how will Costa Rica fare against the mighty Italy. France - Switzerland should be pretty good too, sure Benzema scored a hattrick but it was just Honduras after all, the swiss aren't exactly a top team but if they can get their **** together they might be able to give the french a run for their money and perhaps even take the win with a header if the game stays 0-0 for too long.
According to the FIFA website ranking (updated in June), Swiss team is ranked 6 worldwide. France is not even top 15. But they also put Spain #1, so it's worth what it's worth lol.
Belgium isn't bad as a team. They crushed Sweden in the game before the WC and Sweden ain't that bad. Though the Belgium team have a lot of expectations from the Belgium fans which make them fumble for example against Algeria. They didn't really play bad against Algeria either, Algeira had one shot on goal (the penalty) and Belgium controlled the match but have lack of real goalscoring opportunities. Just my opinionAs a brazilian, I feel like we're going to lose....
Our goalie isn't very great lol.
The players are individually brilliant, but they cannot seem to play well together.
Another good example of this is Belgium, their team consist of key players in big clubs yet they could just barely win over Algeria. They're still most likely going to advance thanks to their easier than easy group.
Excited for todays games, especially how will Costa Rica fare against the mighty Italy. France - Switzerland should be pretty good too, sure Benzema scored a hattrick but it was just Honduras after all, the swiss aren't exactly a top team but if they can get their **** together they might be able to give the french a run for their money and perhaps even take the win with a header if the game stays 0-0 for too long.
Spain's packing their luggages, next to come: England \m/
Bye bye Italy
Bye bye Italy
Italy is not out. They can move on to next round if they beat Uruguay. They can do it, but not if they play like they did today. If they draw with Uruguay, Uruguay moves on due to the tie-breakers. First tie-breaker is goal differential, which Uruguay wins. Second tie-breaker is total goals scored, which Uruguay wins again. So if Italy wins, they move on, if they lose or tie, then they go home.
Didn't see Ecuador's first game, but holy **** their game against Honduras was great. Fast and technical players. The game was so intense, constant tug of war from one end to another. Figured the teams would be evenly matched, but once again Honduras parked a bus in front of their goal and were content just trying to harpoon Ecuador's defense with long passes. And honestly their only good goal opportunity came from the defenders mistake which Costly used to great efficiency.Sadly neither Ecuador or Honduras is going through the group stage. Did you watch France vs Swiss? Cause that was an awesome game! Do anybody know why the last goal was denied?
Didn't see Ecuador's first game, but holy **** their game against Honduras was great. Fast and technical players. The game was so intense, constant tug of war from one end to another. Figured the teams would be evenly matched, but once again Honduras parked a bus in front of their goal and were content just trying to harpoon Ecuador's defense with long passes. And honestly their only good goal opportunity came from the defenders mistake which Costly used to great efficiency.Sadly neither Ecuador or Honduras is going through the group stage. Did you watch France vs Swiss? Cause that was an awesome game! Do anybody know why the last goal was denied?
why england
why
I should really stop making bold statements
i very much like the aggressive offensive football of these days. it's way more exciting than what we saw at this south korea / japan world cup.
I don't think their !group of life! matters, they still got to show their level. I think France played really well. They have a young team as well, so I think they are prime candidates to win 2018. I don't think you can win without a solid attack, and imo, these are the teams who have proven they can actually score fairly consistently:
-France
-Germany
-Holland
-Colombia
-Chile
Ball possession and defending until you make that one goal of the entire game just doesn't cut it these days.
i very much like the aggressive offensive football of these days. it's way more exciting than what we saw at this south korea / japan world cup.
German fussball has totally turned around, hasn't it? You actually want to cheer them on now.
Wonder how USA is doing tonight
Sadly since Pep Guardiola took over Bayern Munich they play as Barcelona/ Spain... Liked the Bayern Before Pep :(i very much like the aggressive offensive football of these days. it's way more exciting than what we saw at this south korea / japan world cup.
German fussball has totally turned around, hasn't it? You actually want to cheer them on now.
Wonder how USA is doing tonight
Well yes but the change happened quite a bit ago, you could see that in 2010 @ South Africa and throughout 2008-2014 in Bundesliga.
The whole new style of football has emerged during these past few years and the results are most apparent in the recent Champions League results and games. Big clubs that haven't adapted yet are not succeeding; ManU, Barcelona, Milan, Juve, Inter etc.
omg, that was heart breaking. If any team wants Michael Bradley, please, take him.
Feel so sad for the USA.
I wish Portugal would crash out as some sweet sweet revenge... -.-
Feel so sad for the USA.
I wish Portugal would crash out as some sweet sweet revenge... -.-
The best revenge would be for Portugal to bring their A-game and beat Ghana by a couple goals and the USA holds their own against Germany so the USA does not get haunted by Ghana for the third World Cup in a row.
But something tells me the soccer gods just like to torture the USA with that tiny African nation.
Feel so sad for the USA.
I wish Portugal would crash out as some sweet sweet revenge... -.-
The best revenge would be for Portugal to bring their A-game and beat Ghana by a couple goals and the USA holds their own against Germany so the USA does not get haunted by Ghana for the third World Cup in a row.
But something tells me the soccer gods just like to torture the USA with that tiny African nation.
Heck, just scan their human rights record or record of breaking sanctions (trading with Russia or Cuba) or something.
You should be able to come up with a good reason to bomb them. If you can't, ask somebody in Crawford, Texas or Wyoming. These guys know how to deal with America's enemies.
Sweet revenge.
Feel so sad for the USA.
I wish Portugal would crash out as some sweet sweet revenge... -.-
The best revenge would be for Portugal to bring their A-game and beat Ghana by a couple goals and the USA holds their own against Germany so the USA does not get haunted by Ghana for the third World Cup in a row.
But something tells me the soccer gods just like to torture the USA with that tiny African nation.
Heck, just scan their human rights record or record of breaking sanctions (trading with Russia or Cuba) or something.
You should be able to come up with a good reason to bomb them. If you can't, ask somebody in Crawford, Texas or Wyoming. These guys know how to deal with America's enemies.
Sweet revenge.
umm, well bombing Portugal in retaliation for drawing the USA in a soccer game is a bit extreme. I would leave 'ol GW Bush and 'ol Tricky **** Cheney out of it, tbh, they probably don't even know what soccer is.
However, while IMO bombing is over the top, I think a targeted drone strike on Crisiano Ronaldo might make the world a better place. Just take out that one monumental douchebag, and leave the rest of the country alone. Also that girlfriend can go too. Maybe Seal Team Six is available for another mission?Show Image(http://img.thesun.co.uk/aidemitlum/archive/01752/Ronaldo_Twitter_62_1752290a.jpg)
Another great pic:Show Image(http://journalistwen.files.wordpress.com/2010/11/0k3ak04h-346x212.jpg)
Feel so sad for the USA.
I wish Portugal would crash out as some sweet sweet revenge... -.-
The best revenge would be for Portugal to bring their A-game and beat Ghana by a couple goals and the USA holds their own against Germany so the USA does not get haunted by Ghana for the third World Cup in a row.
But something tells me the soccer gods just like to torture the USA with that tiny African nation.
Heck, just scan their human rights record or record of breaking sanctions (trading with Russia or Cuba) or something.
You should be able to come up with a good reason to bomb them. If you can't, ask somebody in Crawford, Texas or Wyoming. These guys know how to deal with America's enemies.
Sweet revenge.
umm, well bombing Portugal in retaliation for drawing the USA in a soccer game is a bit extreme. I would leave 'ol GW Bush and 'ol Tricky **** Cheney out of it, tbh, they probably don't even know what soccer is.
However, while IMO bombing is over the top, I think a targeted drone strike on Crisiano Ronaldo might make the world a better place. Just take out that one monumental douchebag, and leave the rest of the country alone. Also that girlfriend can go too. Maybe Seal Team Six is available for another mission?Show Image(http://img.thesun.co.uk/aidemitlum/archive/01752/Ronaldo_Twitter_62_1752290a.jpg)
Another great pic:Show Image(http://journalistwen.files.wordpress.com/2010/11/0k3ak04h-346x212.jpg)
I don't know what you are talking about but Christiano is a not a bad person. Judging by looks yes he might come of as a douche, but have you heard how much he have donated? How many medical bills he payed he didn't have to? More than any football player in EU by far. I have friends that are fans and actually met him and can't say nothing but good things about him. I guess you are not football fan but judging on those basis says more about you than anything else.
Feel so sad for the USA.
I wish Portugal would crash out as some sweet sweet revenge... -.-
The best revenge would be for Portugal to bring their A-game and beat Ghana by a couple goals and the USA holds their own against Germany so the USA does not get haunted by Ghana for the third World Cup in a row.
But something tells me the soccer gods just like to torture the USA with that tiny African nation.
Heck, just scan their human rights record or record of breaking sanctions (trading with Russia or Cuba) or something.
You should be able to come up with a good reason to bomb them. If you can't, ask somebody in Crawford, Texas or Wyoming. These guys know how to deal with America's enemies.
Sweet revenge.
I don't know what you are talking about but Christiano is a not a bad person. Judging by looks yes he might come of as a douche, but have you heard how much he have donated? How many medical bills he payed he didn't have to? More than any football player in EU by far. I have friends that are fans and actually met him and can't say nothing but good things about him. I guess you are not football fan but judging on those basis says more about you than anything else.
don't worry C-flip... h8ers are usually just jelly, so they take to h8n' to balance their own inadequacies..Show Image(http://emoticoner.com/files/emoticons/onion-head/hehe-onion-head-emoticon.gif?1292862507)
You seem to come to a lot of extreme conclusions very quickly beserkfan
Uh...Let's go USA! Beat Germany!
Uh...Let's go USA! Beat Germany!
Just like in the good old days huh?
Uh...Let's go USA! Beat Germany!
Just like in the good old days huh?
War is never a victory.
Uh...Let's go USA! Beat Germany!
Just like in the good old days huh?
War is never a victory.
Very wise thing to say. I get sick of the self-pleasuring that the victors of WW2 like to do every anniversary.
Recently it was, what, their 70th for Normandy? And 70th for V-E? And in a few months, we're going to hear of 70th V-J?
If you think about it, pretty much most of our modern world was shaped by WW2's aftermath and the victors. They are strongly invested in the outcome, and work hard to defend it from any challenge. But I won't call their narrative the only narrative around, and with the passing of time, their claims become much less relevant.
In the eyes of a significant number of people, al-Naqba (foundation of Israel) is much more important. I don't necessarily agree. Just noting here that lots of people don't buy into the international arrangements created by the victors of ww2, and these people are getting more numerous by the day. Some of these people work very hard to create their own arrangements. Latest is Iraq, on the verge of splitting back into its 3 traditional provinces each with a different population.
On another note, England is now on the verge of crashing out of World Cup with nothing but defeats. Uruguay is holding them to a draw so far. If their military performed the same way as their soccer team, it would be a significant contribution to world peace.
Footage of Suarez bitingHow long before he goes full Tyson on someone? :pShow Image(http://d24w6bsrhbeh9d.cloudfront.net/photo/a8WzQ91_460sa.gif)
Tyson Gay? ;)Footage of Suarez bitingHow long before he goes full Tyson on someone? :pShow Image(http://d24w6bsrhbeh9d.cloudfront.net/photo/a8WzQ91_460sa.gif)
I'm really excited to see how tomorrow goes down with the US/DE game
Today's match is going to be interesting. I didn't watch any of the US games, so not sure how good they are this year, but from what I've heard they're not bad. Who do you guys think will win?It will be a draw since it is already fixed. If not Germany 4-0
[attachimg=1]Today's match is going to be interesting. I didn't watch any of the US games, so not sure how good they are this year, but from what I've heard they're not bad. Who do you guys think will win?It will be a draw since it is already fixed. If not Germany 4-0
It will be a draw since it is already fixed. If not Germany 4-0
It will be a draw since it is already fixed. If not Germany 4-0
I don't think so, not after Italy's game. At least I hope not :-X
really hoping for a tie over here...that's all we need to move on
really hoping for a tie over here...that's all we need to move on
That's not the spirit >:D
This world cup was full of surprises and 90% of my predictions have been absolutely off. The USA will put up a good fight like they did in their first two matches. But individually they are the weaker team. Some of their players are really slow, which could be a real handicap against Germany's playstyle. And the match against Ghana has shown that they had some serious fitness issues in the last 25 minutes. But they have a good spirit and several players with german background who will be extra motivated.
This world cup was full of surprises and 90% of my predictions have been absolutely off. The USA will put up a good fight like they did in their first two matches. But individually they are the weaker team. Some of their players are really slow, which could be a real handicap against Germany's playstyle. And the match against Ghana has shown that they had some serious fitness issues in the last 25 minutes. But they have a good spirit and several players with german background who will be extra motivated.
This world cup was full of surprises and 90% of my predictions have been absolutely off. The USA will put up a good fight like they did in their first two matches. But individually they are the weaker team. Some of their players are really slow, which could be a real handicap against Germany's playstyle. And the match against Ghana has shown that they had some serious fitness issues in the last 25 minutes. But they have a good spirit and several players with german background who will be extra motivated.
Really like the idea of Germany 4 US 0.
And for fitness issues, do you think the climate is a reason? Germans are not used to playing in a tropical locale like Fortaleza (which is much more similar to Ghana in terms of heat and humidity). But Germany and US would be about equal in any Brazilian city.
hope US could be winner of the G group so they could have chance to meet Russia :v nothing, it just me like to see thatthey don't have a chance to meet russia. russia won't make it out of the group.
Suarez suspended for 9 matches and/or 4 months. Time for therapy to work out his issues.
or those lego toys which are especially designed to be bitten by toddlers. they are considerably easier to get than a woman with biting fetish.Suarez suspended for 9 matches and/or 4 months. Time for therapy to work out his issues.
Or a brain transplant. A 27-year-old man biting people. He just needs some women with the same fetish, and get his kicks that way.
or those lego toys which are especially designed to be bitten by toddlers. they are considerably easier to get than a woman with biting fetish.
Google home page have a funny doodle about the DE-US match for those who don't know :))
Google home page have a funny doodle about the DE-US match for those who don't know :))
There seems to be one for every day there are games.
Still tied 0 to 0 right?
Still tied 0 to 0 right?
yep
Bummer
lol, said the same thing. oh well, we still made it! WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOHStill tied 0 to 0 right?
yep
**** nope
lol, said the same thing. oh well, we still made it! WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOHStill tied 0 to 0 right?
yep
**** nope
yeah we still moved on so doesn't matter WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOHHHThose are french colors :))
Bummer
dont worry, the US still goes on to the Round of 16
Wasn't a pretty way to advance, but I'll take it. Thank you Portugal.
Now we just need Belgium to blow it against South Korea, and Algeria to get a dominating victory, and then the USA can play Algeria in the next round.
Google home page have a funny doodle about the DE-US match for those who don't know :))****, missed that one. but what's there now is hilarious, too.
I told you guys not to worry about USA. All they needed to do was Win-Draw-Lose their 3 games, and they were going to move on to play in the elimination round.
Anyway, I'm happy USA is moving on, but I'm even happier that 'ol Cris Ronaldo is going home. Maybe, on his way to the airport he threw some spare change at a favela, or maybe he paid for some beggar boy's medical bills before leaving Brasil, but I doubt it. He's already aboard his private Gulfstream G650 cruising at 900km/hr, heading back to Spain.Show Image(http://www.jetoptionsjetcharter.com/jetcharterblog/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/Gulfstream-G-650.jpg)
@ Candyflip, I have to apologize for not understanding what you were saying about Ronaldo. I didn't understand your subtle European style. But upon reflection, I realized what you were saying to me, when you said you "know people who know Ronaldo". I realized that you are one of the people making money from Ronaldo, and I said some negative things about your sacred cash cow. Sorry about that. I don't begrudge you making money off Ronaldo through an endorsement deal, and I wish you the best. In fact, I think you guys are doing a great job making Ronaldo look like a decent human being through very effective PR campaigning. Also, I figured out that your work for Herbalife in Skopje Macedonia. https://mk-mk.facebook.com/pages/Herbalife-Macedonia/164982603515431 :thumb:
http://www.theverge.com/2014/3/18/5521402/secret-pyramid-files-what-does-the-ftc-want-from-herbalife
Lasers are common, watch La Liga and wait for a free kick the guy who will take it will have his face covered with laser 90% of the time.
That was about to be embarrassing for Holland.
That was about to be embarrassing for Holland.
How so?
And I just saw the replay for the faul that gave them the penalty... That...
I have no words.
Mexico was robbed. They should've gone to the overtime. That Penalty Kick in the last minute was bullcrap. I wish demik was still here to share my outrage. Our Mexican brothers were the victims of a FIFA conspiracy. I am sure of it. He is too, whereverthe he is right now.
That was about to be embarrassing for Holland.
How so?
And I just saw the replay for the faul that gave them the penalty... That...
I have no words.
It was a foul and the dutch were robbed of 1 clear penalty earlier. Wouldn't say holland deserved the win but football is about results.
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Lets go 'Murica.
And they kept going :thumb: , but I am glad we won :D
Thanks, the suspense was killing yesterday. If we can do that against Argentina and actually score some of those shots, such a match would be a treat.And they kept going :thumb: , but I am glad we won :D
Congrats, you guys earned it. Good luck against Argentina. I think Messi realized that he will have to make things happen next game.
or those lego toys which are especially designed to be bitten by toddlers. they are considerably easier to get than a woman with biting fetish.Suarez suspended for 9 matches and/or 4 months. Time for therapy to work out his issues.
Or a brain transplant. A 27-year-old man biting people. He just needs some women with the same fetish, and get his kicks that way.
That loss was crushing. Tim Howard played out of his mind again. But they gave them too much wide open space and you could just feel that it was going to happen at some time.'Murica got the D that game although Tim Howard was amazing
The block party in my downtown was fun, though.
Such amazing performances! All underdogs in the round of 16 went out swinging.Well imo atleast Costa rica has been underdogs the whole tournament! :)
Yes Costa Rica of course. Reminds me of S.Korea in 2002. Don't think they'll get past the dutch though.
Such amazing performances! All underdogs in the round of 16 went out swinging.
A non-European location seems to have really brought out the best in many underdog teams.
I'm gratified to see how well many teams are doing.
Mexico was robbed. They should've gone to the overtime. That Penalty Kick in the last minute was bullcrap. I wish demik was still here to share my outrage. Our Mexican brothers were the victims of a FIFA conspiracy. I am sure of it. He is too, whereverthe he is right now.
The penalty was an awful call. Total dive. Robben went down before there was even contact. But he sold it well.
I don't think it was a conspiracy, But the referee made a make-up call for at least a couple non calls on fouls that maybe should have been penalties in the first half.
In my view, Robben was diving so much in the game, he should have received a yellow card. Then that final dive never would have occurred.
I just hate a game to end like that.
I had a great party at my place on friday night / saturday morning. It ended with 10 very sad Frogs.Hang over ...
54 warnings given. A knee to the spine and not even a yellow card. Refs were biggest problem that match. Now Brazil has to face Germany without Neymar and Silva; two crucial key players in both defense and offense. But it should make for a very good match still since Germany hasn't been really stream rolling through the competition either.
54 warnings given. A knee to the spine and not even a yellow card. Refs were biggest problem that match. Now Brazil has to face Germany without Neymar and Silva; two crucial key players in both defense and offense. But it should make for a very good match still since Germany hasn't been really stream rolling through the competition either.
The refs really let that game get out of control. In my view, they have been letting that happen too many times in this tournament. Perhaps they have instructions to "let them play."
54 warnings given. A knee to the spine and not even a yellow card. Refs were biggest problem that match. Now Brazil has to face Germany without Neymar and Silva; two crucial key players in both defense and offense. But it should make for a very good match still since Germany hasn't been really stream rolling through the competition either.
The refs really let that game get out of control. In my view, they have been letting that happen too many times in this tournament. Perhaps they have instructions to "let them play."
The FIFA guys (I mean administrators not referees) are total scumbags. It's a corrupt organization. That said, I am not comfortable with many referees. They miss too many things.
Who's excited for Germany vs. Brasil today? :D
Who's excited for Germany vs. Brasil today? :D
Who's excited for Germany vs. Brasil today? :D
Who's excited for Germany vs. Brasil today? :D
This guy. I will miss the first half at work, but scoot home and catch the second half. The second half is always more exciting, anyways.
Pulling for Germany. I picked them to win it all in my pub tournament bracket.
Also, considering that Brazil built their game around Neymar, I think it may be tough for them to adjust. The supporting cast will need to step up.
I can just imagine how dangerous it must be in Brazil right now. The police must be quite busy!
Man, it's a real carnage ...
Just tuned into this--whered the beat down come from?? ☺
I can just imagine how dangerous it must be in Brazil right now. The police must be quite busy!
Man, it's a real carnage ...
Not right now, but later. Things are about to get ugly. ^-^
I can just imagine how dangerous it must be in Brazil right now. The police must be quite busy!
Man, it's a real carnage ...
Not right now, but later. Things are about to get ugly. ^-^
I hope the German team has some good protection when returning to their hotel.
I can just imagine how dangerous it must be in Brazil right now. The police must be quite busy!
Man, it's a real carnage ...
Not right now, but later. Things are about to get ugly. ^-^
I hope the German team has some good protection when returning to their hotel.
I predict 7-2.
I predict 7-2.
most goals was 10-1 Hungary-El Salvador, would be nice to break that record :)
Well... 5 more reasons not to like Germany...
Wow! what a game, 5 more reasons for Brazil to cry out loud.
Well crap...
Now let's see when the Germans will be able to leave the stadium lol
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words, there is no need for them.
I laughed a bit at BlueBär's responses.
I agree, this was mostly because of bad play, an open and slow defense and of course a bit of luck too. However as a team you have to use situations like this and the Germans did this well.
It's not the end of the world. If you've been watching closely, Brazil was over-rated and over-hyped. Some people have been saying it all along. Notably Alexi Lalas on ESPN, who was right about Brazil from the beginning. [Lalas said Brazil was struggling in every game because they just weren't that good.] Germany finally exposed Brazil as being not a very good team. But, one has to remember that Brazil was playing without their 2 best players Neymar and Silva. Plus, it was total BS that Colombia's Zuniga did not get punished for breaking Neymar's back. But, with that said, getting destroyed 7-1, is totally embarrassing, and shows a lack of character on the Brazil team. They looked totally defeated after the second German score, and looked like they all wanted to just cry and go home at that point, and of course that caused them to let in 3 more quick goals before half-time. I've never seen professionals in any sport act like that, in my lifetime.
Anyway, Brazil was not that good, but they also weren't that bad either to lose 7-1. They should have put up a better fight than that.
New Brazilian Flaghey, was "only" 7!
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We just witnessed a spanking that will haunt Brazil long after all of us are dead. If I hadn't watched the game I would have thought it was a score from baseball.
Two missing players should not make THIS much of a difference. And only one of them was a defensive player. If you're defense is crap because of one player less you should rethink about your tactics...
Can I call it Audi versus Maserati; BMW versus Ferrari? On straights of only 200km, the Italians win. If you have an endurance road race spanning all kinds of environments on different continents for 100,000km, the Italians will break down.
Well, I've always said we didn't had a good team and no one frigging believed me... :rolleyes:
That was so brutal it was declared a war crime.
How do you think the winner of Ne vs. Ar will stand against Ge?
How do you think the winner of Ne vs. Ar will stand against Ge?
I'm actually very interested in seeing who will win if it comes down to penalty shootouts.
Germans normally win the penalty shootout, but because the Dutch and the Deutsch are nearly the same culturally, Germans have no advantage over Niederlanders when it comes to a mind game.
It would be pretty funny if the Argentines can beat the Germans in a penalty shootout though. That would make for a perfect world cup, full of surprises and upsets. I bet most bookies in UK will be bankrupt if Argentines can crush Germany 3-0 on penalties.
How do you think the winner of Ne vs. Ar will stand against Ge?
I'm actually very interested in seeing who will win if it comes down to penalty shootouts.
Germans normally win the penalty shootout, but because the Dutch and the Deutsch are nearly the same culturally, Germans have no advantage over Niederlanders when it comes to a mind game.
It would be pretty funny if the Argentines can beat the Germans in a penalty shootout though. That would make for a perfect world cup, full of surprises and upsets. I bet most bookies in UK will be bankrupt if Argentines can crush Germany 3-0 on penalties.
You better don't call the dutch german outside of the internet.
How do you think the winner of Ne vs. Ar will stand against Ge?
How do you think the winner of Ne vs. Ar will stand against Ge?
I'm actually very interested in seeing who will win if it comes down to penalty shootouts.
Germans normally win the penalty shootout, but because the Dutch and the Deutsch are nearly the same culturally, Germans have no advantage over Niederlanders when it comes to a mind game.
It would be pretty funny if the Argentines can beat the Germans in a penalty shootout though. That would make for a perfect world cup, full of surprises and upsets. I bet most bookies in UK will be bankrupt if Argentines can crush Germany 3-0 on penalties.
Or Danes, or anyone else that lives in a country next to Germany.How do you think the winner of Ne vs. Ar will stand against Ge?
I'm actually very interested in seeing who will win if it comes down to penalty shootouts.
Germans normally win the penalty shootout, but because the Dutch and the Deutsch are nearly the same culturally, Germans have no advantage over Niederlanders when it comes to a mind game.
It would be pretty funny if the Argentines can beat the Germans in a penalty shootout though. That would make for a perfect world cup, full of surprises and upsets. I bet most bookies in UK will be bankrupt if Argentines can crush Germany 3-0 on penalties.
You better don't call the dutch german outside of the internet.
Or Danes, or anyone else that lives in a country next to Germany.How do you think the winner of Ne vs. Ar will stand against Ge?
I'm actually very interested in seeing who will win if it comes down to penalty shootouts.
Germans normally win the penalty shootout, but because the Dutch and the Deutsch are nearly the same culturally, Germans have no advantage over Niederlanders when it comes to a mind game.
It would be pretty funny if the Argentines can beat the Germans in a penalty shootout though. That would make for a perfect world cup, full of surprises and upsets. I bet most bookies in UK will be bankrupt if Argentines can crush Germany 3-0 on penalties.
You better don't call the dutch german outside of the internet.
Ge vs. Ar, your best educated guess for the champion, and the second place of the soccer world cup 2014.
Or as Gary Lineker put it: "Football is a simple game; 22 men chase a ball for 90 minutes and at the end, the Germans always win."
Haha that is very true, I was just thinking more in general terms though - if i had a penny for each time I've been asked if I was german.Or Danes, or anyone else that lives in a country next to Germany.How do you think the winner of Ne vs. Ar will stand against Ge?
I'm actually very interested in seeing who will win if it comes down to penalty shootouts.
Germans normally win the penalty shootout, but because the Dutch and the Deutsch are nearly the same culturally, Germans have no advantage over Niederlanders when it comes to a mind game.
It would be pretty funny if the Argentines can beat the Germans in a penalty shootout though. That would make for a perfect world cup, full of surprises and upsets. I bet most bookies in UK will be bankrupt if Argentines can crush Germany 3-0 on penalties.
You better don't call the dutch german outside of the internet.
I can assure you that no one will compare a dane to a german in the context of this year's world cup.
Haha that is very true, I was just thinking more in general terms though - if i had a penny for each time I've been asked if I was german.Or Danes, or anyone else that lives in a country next to Germany.How do you think the winner of Ne vs. Ar will stand against Ge?
I'm actually very interested in seeing who will win if it comes down to penalty shootouts.
Germans normally win the penalty shootout, but because the Dutch and the Deutsch are nearly the same culturally, Germans have no advantage over Niederlanders when it comes to a mind game.
It would be pretty funny if the Argentines can beat the Germans in a penalty shootout though. That would make for a perfect world cup, full of surprises and upsets. I bet most bookies in UK will be bankrupt if Argentines can crush Germany 3-0 on penalties.
You better don't call the dutch german outside of the internet.
I can assure you that no one will compare a dane to a german in the context of this year's world cup.
Haha that is very true, I was just thinking more in general terms though - if i had a penny for each time I've been asked if I was german.Or Danes, or anyone else that lives in a country next to Germany.How do you think the winner of Ne vs. Ar will stand against Ge?
I'm actually very interested in seeing who will win if it comes down to penalty shootouts.
Germans normally win the penalty shootout, but because the Dutch and the Deutsch are nearly the same culturally, Germans have no advantage over Niederlanders when it comes to a mind game.
It would be pretty funny if the Argentines can beat the Germans in a penalty shootout though. That would make for a perfect world cup, full of surprises and upsets. I bet most bookies in UK will be bankrupt if Argentines can crush Germany 3-0 on penalties.
You better don't call the dutch german outside of the internet.
I can assure you that no one will compare a dane to a german in the context of this year's world cup.
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Perfect for a robot chicken claymation shortactually there's a really old animation from norway uploaded to youtube about football being a bloodsport
I'm beginning to think Brazil only made it so far because of the home buff.
That ref is going to need some protection too!aids?
That ref is going to need some protection too!aids?
I'm still for Germany, but I think the Argentines have played well this tournament and would be deserving champions.
how can the team that lost have played betterI'm still for Germany, but I think the Argentines have played well this tournament and would be deserving champions.
Did you see the game Argentinia vs. Iran? They should not have won that game, Iran played far better.
how can the team that lost have played better
The final score does not always tell the full story.
Come on Argentina!!
Is the World Cup over yet? Who won? too lazy to google it
Is the World Cup over yet? Who won? too lazy to google it
It's over. Germany won. :)
Is the World Cup over yet? Who won? too lazy to google it
It's over. Germany won. :)
Huh, maybe that explains it. Tried to change my password to Brazildefense, but the commuter said it was too weak.
did you try BrazilDefenseWithThiagoSilva instead?Is the World Cup over yet? Who won? too lazy to google it
It's over. Germany won. :)
Huh, maybe that explains it. Tried to change my password to Brazildefense, but the commuter said it was too weak.
Is the World Cup over yet? Who won? too lazy to google it
It's over. Germany won. :)
Huh, maybe that explains it. Tried to change my password to Brazildefense, but the commuter said it was too weak.
Is the World Cup over yet? Who won? too lazy to google it
It's over. Germany won. :)
Huh, maybe that explains it. Tried to change my password to Brazildefense, but the commuter said it was too weak.
Boom!
Heh. Judge.
I think Brazil will crack under pressure. Out in the semi finals (revised my above prediction). I think Portugal will suck after Ronaldo gets injured. Out in the quarters. An African team will get to the semis and lose. Cameroon i hope. England will go out in the quarter finals. Spain will lose to Argentina in the final.
My Superbowl predictions were hideously off, so hopefully these go a bit better.
In my pub bracket, the only wrong pick I made was Mexico over Netherlands. And that was a good pick for 87 minutes. Besides that, my bracket is unblemished. Now I need Germany to win. Maybe I'll get a prize.
Nothing against Messi (no doubt he's one of the greatest players of all time) but I don't think he deserved the golden ball award.
In my pub bracket, the only wrong pick I made was Mexico over Netherlands. And that was a good pick for 87 minutes. Besides that, my bracket is unblemished. Now I need Germany to win. Maybe I'll get a prize.
So did you win something? :p
Best of luck to you Bro :thumb:In my pub bracket, the only wrong pick I made was Mexico over Netherlands. And that was a good pick for 87 minutes. Besides that, my bracket is unblemished. Now I need Germany to win. Maybe I'll get a prize.
So did you win something? :p
I don't know. They have not called me yet. If I do not get some call before tomorrow, I will call them. I had to be at least in the top 3.
Nothing against Messi (no doubt he's one of the greatest players of all time) but I don't think he deserved the golden ball award.