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General Forums => The O' Club => Topic started by: perdue3 on November 21, 2022, 04:55:03 PM
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Off to a fun start with a lot of goals, thus far. Very disappointed in the US failing to grab 3 points off Wales. We were clearly the better side and should have scored no less than 3 goals in the first half. Zimmerman with an absolute bonehead challenge in the box on Bale. There was no need to even challenge there, back to the goal was Bale. I still think a point or even three is possible against England.
Lots of good matchups upcoming throughout the week. Germany Japan should be a good one.
Any crazy predictions?
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what are odds you brake the only 2 t v s you own.
semp
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I guess Ill never be a soccer fan. Cant watch it. Too slow.
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what are odds you brake the only 2 t v s you own.
semp
What?
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I guess Ill never be a soccer fan. Cant watch it. Too slow.
yeah, I don't get it either.
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What?
was messing around with my ex wife, threw an apple at her missed and hit the TV instead.cracked screen.
was bringing my other from the bedroom tripped and hit the door jamb, another cracked screen.
was as much fun as as watching golf, baseball, bowling....
semp
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Soccer is way too active for the average American...
We need time for breaks between plays and pitches to catch our breath :)
Eagler
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Soccer is way too active for the average American...
We need time for breaks between plays and pitches to catch our breath :)
Eagler
Ice hockey...
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Ice hockey is the BEST sport to watch in person. Nothing else comes close. On TV ?? Meh...
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A shock result for Saudi Arabia today. That's what I always enjoy, anyone can beat anyone on the day.
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A shock result for Saudi Arabia today. That's what I always enjoy, anyone can beat anyone on the day.
It was wild. I could not watch it as it was at 4:30 AM here. But, was shocked looking at 2-1 in the 92' when I did wake up. I figured Mexico-Poland would be good and it did not disappoint, Ochoa saving a PK from Lewandowski is a big deal, well done. France cruised to 3 points, as expected.
I am excited to watch the Germany-Japan match tomorrow and Spain-Costa Rica.
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France cruised to 3 points, as expected.
I've watched most games so far. France is the best team I've seen so far. Fast and dangerous with headers around the goal.
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I've watched most games so far. France is the best team I've seen so far. Fast and dangerous with headers around the goal.
They certainly are. pacey on the edges with Griezmann and Mbappe, with the towering Giroud in the middle. Such a difficult team to break down, too, with the likes of Pavard, Kimpembe, Saliba, Upamecano, Konate, Hernandez, and the list goes on. In the midfield, they are a little lacking with Ngolo Kante out, but still with Rabiot. The crazy thing is, their bench could also beat most countries.
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Yet another shock result Germany 1-Japan 2
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Yet another shock result Germany 1-Japan 2
Yep. Germany took their foot off the gas a bit and allowed Japan way too much possession in the second half. That will be a tough group to get out of now. Spain look in the mood.
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A good test of how good Spain really are playing will be the Germany game, Costa Rica just not in the same league.
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A good test of how good Spain really are playing will be the Germany game, Costa Rica just not in the same league.
Agreed. Canada outplayed Belgium for 90 minutes, yet take away 0 points. Football is a funny game.
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was messing around with my ex wife, threw an apple at her missed and hit the TV instead.cracked screen.
was bringing my other from the bedroom tripped and hit the door jamb, another cracked screen.
was as much fun as as watching golf, baseball, bowling.... tennis
semp
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Yet another shock result Germany 1-Japan 2
that was a fun game
semp
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Swiss with a straightforward 3 points. Uruguay and Sputh Korea has huge implications. How will Sonny do? Darwin Nunez should run rampant, too.
Last match is Brazil, a team full of individuals and arguably the most talented team in the tournament.
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Yet another shock result Germany 1-Japan 2
I said jokingly to my colleauge this would be the result. Boy what did i laugh hard when this actually happened. :D
My national team is bad at finishing, i think they will loose from Ecuador today. I also think they will loose from Qatar :rofl
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I said jokingly to my colleauge this would be the result. Boy what did i laugh hard when this actually happened. :D
My national team is bad at finishing, i think they will loose from Ecuador today. I also think they will loose from Qatar :rofl
Just have to get de Jong going. He can create the final ball, but Bergwijn and Co. have to be finishing. I'd hate to be reliant on the likes of Bergwijn, but such is the situation.
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Iran did the US a huge favor today, I hope we can capitalize with a result against England. Here's hoping Maguire starts.
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Was a surprise to me how well Maguire played, the US always play well against England so the result wasn't too much of a shock. Personally I would have played Foden not Mount.
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We looked the more likely side. I think we outplayed England. Maguire did play well, on a Maguire scale. He still had some instances. If England are to go deep, it will be through my boy Saka. He looks so dangerous with the ball and creates so much going forward. Mount is in poor form so I'm not sure why he started. Southgate likes to stick with his regulars, but Foden would've made more sense.
For the US, we put on subs way too late. Sargent and Aaronson should've been on at the hour mark. Hsve to tidy up the finishing if we are to win a match at this world cup. In a good spot to go through.
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Japan and Belgium lose today. Never know what you will see.
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Oh boy we had a great party here in the city when Belgium lost. Not only in Antwerp there was a lot of good party's going on but also in our big city's :grin:
https://cdn.jwplayer.com/previews/n7RkSx24
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Oh boy we had a great party here in the city when Belgium lost. Not only in Antwerp there was a lot of good party's going on but also in our big city's :grin:
https://cdn.jwplayer.com/previews/n7RkSx24
Besides me being sarcasting about this. I am actually enjoying the World Cup which i did not expected.
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Holland :aok
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Holland :aok
You mean the Netherlands!
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*sing* Hup Holland Hup! Laat de leeuw niet in zijn hempje staan. Hup Holland hup! *sing*
During international games when we wear orange we often refer to ourselves as Holland. :D
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vQ4qhOXMkpQ
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZTN02KuzNPo
Chipmunks
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t9V8EOlEyqY
Drunk Holland supporters
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MGBS8S6Lygc&list=PLYMIeUHTi_Oq-FxlU3TyCg2JDLZGLAOKT&index=7
Orange supporters, Caranaval style
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_TYPwtWPNjs
And this man will make us champion.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AeQXKD-VE2o
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=leGh3Liw9bk
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZaqCitT8TZU
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I was just ribbing on Dolby. He knows :)
I love Louis Van Gaal. One of my favorite moments in my time as an Arsenal supporter is him mimicking a "flopping" Alexis.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DrQPAAejtdc
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Yeah that one cracked me up :rofl
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I was just ribbing on Dolby. He knows :)
I also know you know he knows :D
Sorry i am having way to much fun with this, hehe :grin:
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Tomorrow two good matchets by the way. USA VS Iran. USA needs to win it seems to go trough to the next stage and we Dutchies just dont loose from Qatar
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Tomorrow two good matchets by the way. USA VS Iran. USA needs to win it seems to go trough to the next stage and we Dutchies just dont loose from Qatar
I am hoping we beat Iran and do not have to play the Dutchies. Would prefer Senegal or Ecuador.
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Dutch vs. Americans. I don't fear the Dutch like I have in years past, but still a quality side. If the US can't fox some defensive issues and game management issues, it won't be close.
Just reveling in the win and promotion for now! USA!!
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Didn't realize how much acting went on by the players trying to get the referees to throw a penalty where there wasn't one...looks silly these days with multiple camera views of each play
Eagler
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You get the Cloggies and we get Senegal, neither one an easy game.
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Dutch vs. Americans. I don't fear the Dutch like I have in years past, but still a quality side. If the US can't fox some defensive issues and game management issues, it won't be close.
Just reveling in the win and promotion for now! USA!!
Well hopefully it is gonna be a good one for both sides. There have been many upsets so far, so who knows what will happen next. I am looking forward to it :cheers:
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Didn't realize how much acting went on by the players trying to get the referees to throw a penalty where there wasn't one...looks silly these days with multiple camera views of each play
Eagler
Happens quite a bit in international play, much less in domestic leagues.
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Happens quite a bit in international play, much less in domestic leagues.
Not sure why that is. Some leagues are notably softer than others, LA Liga and Ligue 1 come to mind. Meanwhile, the Bundesliga will let most things go.
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Japan Winner of its group and Germany out!
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Congrats to Japan on qualifying top and knocking Germany out, wonder what odds you'd have got on that pre-tournament? A bit annoying that it puts Spain in England's half of the draw but we'll have to get past Senegal and (probably) France for that to be an issue.
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I was just ribbing on Dolby. He knows :)
I know you know I know he knows he knows, and now we know :D
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Congrats to Japan on qualifying top and knocking Germany out, wonder what odds you'd have got on that pre-tournament? A bit annoying that it puts Spain in England's half of the draw but we'll have to get past Senegal and (probably) France for that to be an issue.
English bookies had it at 6,000-1.
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Less than a hour and we are on! Good luck. :cheers:
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the Dutch should take care of those socceroo upstarts. Gakpo is on fire.
Harry Maguire has been England's best defender :banana:
I'm intrigued with Argentina Vs Aussies tonight. Messi has been well off the pace and those Aussies look super athletic.
Has been a great world cup so far though. The rest of the world really bringing the quality gap closer.
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Well this will be some second half from the USA if they are to turn this one around. Netherlands with some sucker punches.
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Oeph yes Koopmeiners made a nasty one. I disliked that one badly. I was also really rooting for the US tbh. I was hoping for a back and forth match. When the US scored I though we where back on the road for a great match.
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Drank away my pain yesterday :cry. Honestly, none of those 4 goals should've gone in. Such poor defending from the US. We dominated possession, pressed well, and missed way too many simple chances. Have to put those gifts away. Would've preferred Carter-Vickers to Zimmerman.
Moving forward, Americans should be proud and excited. This is a very young foundation which we will build on. We have the Gold Cup, Copa America, and Confederations Cup leading up to 2026 as the host nation. Plenty of time to put domething special together. It's only forward from here.
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Need a top striker and tighten up that back four and it's a solid team. Players participating in the premier League and champions league experience is helping improve their overall quality.
Very proud of England's performance tonight now onto the France game which should be epic.
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oef another upset! Spain out!
And Portugal did great and leaving Ronaldo benched for most of the match.
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oef another upset! Spain out!
I'm not upset, bye Spain hahahahhaaaa :D
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RSA goes on after defeating Argentina.
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I'm not upset, bye Spain hahahahhaaaa :D
LOL! yeah, i dont mind that at all haha. But i would hate to see a Morocco vs The Netherlands match. Hooligans would destroy our city's like is happening already but on a much larger scale.
I am HYPED for tonight though! Argentina VS The Netherlands and we have a Croatia VS Brazil match as a warmup! :x
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Tough exit for the Dutch, you had my support all the way.
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Tough exit for the Dutch, you had my support all the way.
Yeah what a slaughter. Messi slamming the ball out of the air with his hands, his team m8 2, a ball shot into the dug out, a questionable penalty mid match, when the Dutch got tackled inside the box nothing happend, two Argentina's headbutting each other, tackling from behind and they got the ball from the ref and lousy sportsmanship (shooting the ball away at the last second when grabbing the ball when there was a trow in ect). Messi and his friend should have gotten yellow for tapping the ball out of the air. And than there was after the match Messi swearing at Weghorst during a interview and sneering at van Gaal. I dont say we played nice but dam it makes you think i would rather lost from the USA than Argentina, you guys played really well and had great sportsmanship. Our players kept on laughing out of disbelieve of what was happening here.
But I did cheer hard when we made 2-2 at the very last second, they really thought they had. Seeing all those depressed faces on the tribunes after seeing them already partying made me smile so hard hehe. I did enjoy the tournament more than i thought i would.
(https://brobible.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/lionel-messi-hand-ball-argentina.png?resize=800,450)
(https://cdn.theathletic.com/app/uploads/2022/12/09193756/PAREDES-2048x1270.jpeg)
Messi being extremely toxic here:
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Fjkl1gYXoAElFuG?format=jpg&name=900x900)
"For those watching from home, it was easy to miss that, after scoring his second-half penalty, Messi celebrated with his team-mates before walking on his own to the dugouts’ side of the pitch."
"Messi calmly walked in the direction of the Netherlands coaching staff."
"Television cameras caught Messi making a beeline for Davids, while pointing towards the tunnel and moving his thumb and fingers together in a ‘talking’ motion. "
(https://cdn.theathletic.com/app/uploads/2022/12/09220416/messi-gesture.jpg)
Messi then proceeded to… say exactly what he thought about the referee anyway:
“We were scared before the game because we knew what this was. I think FIFA must think about it, they cannot put a referee like that for these important games, for such a pivotal game — a referee who isn’t up to the task.”
Martinez went even further when he was interviewed by beIN Sports a few moments later. “The referee was giving everything to them. He gave 10 minutes (of second-half stoppage time) for no reason,” he said.
“He gave a free kick outside the box to them two or three times. He just wanted them to score, that’s basically it. So hopefully we don’t have that referee anymore, because he’s useless.”
https://theathletic.com/3987289/2022/12/10/argentina-netherlands-world-cup/
Reading all this makes me think that they are such sore losers.
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Grandson had his number 10 jersey on at Thanksgiving so we have been cheering for Venezuela since...
Have zero idea how the game is played .. like cricket and rugby but it is interesting to see the different national distractions
Eagler
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That entire match was crazy. No way there should not have been a red for the tackle (yellow) and boot (yellow). Messi was an absolute toddler the entire match and post-match. I love Emi Martinez and miss him at my beloved Arsenal, but his antics were too much as well.
Hated to see the Dutch go out in that fashion, but man it was entertaining for the neutrals.
France-England was good, too. I was pleasantly surprised to see Kane blast it over the crossbar with a chance to equalize. Part of me wanted to see England do well, my boy Saka played lights out the entire tournament. Ramsdale should have been in goal despite Pickford keeping Everton up for now. For me, a biased Gooner, Ramsdale is in better form but certainly has his flaws. I think none of them are keeping Giroud out of the back of the net in that match. Am I allowed to miss the super slow Frenchman? :sad
Heading into the semis, I expect a France-Argentina final, again. Although, I am hoping for Croatia-Morocco. I am also starting to miss the Premier League, now that my country is out.
Eagler, do you mean Argentina? It is one of, if not the, most simple game in the world. Get the ball in the net and don't use your hands to do it. But, it is certainly not popular here in the States, so there is some forgiveness.
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Yes Argentina.
Being only 5' 9" I never learned basketball either :)
Thanks
Eagler
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I was really surprised about Portugal losing. Watching the match, it seems like Portugal was on offense the majority of the time. Just amazing defense by Morrocco the whole match.
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Morocco were un-lucky played some good stuff at times.
France seem beatable but keep winning so maybe they are destined to be champions again. Mbappe is just :bolt:
Hope Argentina can keep their heads and play with respect.
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I thought the final game there was a really fun nailbiter. Argentina almost stepped on their own foot twice there but I thought they were the better team for sure. The penalties brought a lot of suspense which was a good finisher for the world cup and sport if you ask me.
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Great game..even better as we were able to share the excitement with the grandson
Eagler
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OOF! I am glad this is over.. Congrats to Argentina. :cheers:
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Fantastic game, congratulations to the West Falklands on winning.
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Fantastic game, congratulations to the West Falklands on winning.
Lol
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Bloody Argies :bhead
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The rude gestures by the goalie after receiving his award was uncomfortable and unneeded as we had to then explain that to our 7 and 10 year old grandkids
https://youtu.be/HWq1cLHT-N0
Eagler