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I’ve been pretty non plussed about the Copa Mundial this year which is unusual as I’ve always loved it. Perhaps FIFA have contributed to my overall “fcuk it” view to the modern game, I’ve never felt so remote from a tournament Inger-Lund have been in. Part of me hopes it lives up to the scam it is with Russia being awarded 317 penalties in the group stages, empty stadiums with Escape To Victory dubbed crowd cheering noises all capped off with a plucky squad of kids winning it so rhino nose becomes Sir Gareth
Current questions for those buzzing about it or who simply know:-
1. Any good Apps for iPhone anyone come across? (Preferably free)
2. Can anyone recommend a Fantasy Competition for the tournament? I’ve been asked to run one at work; think the Sun used to do a simple one; no idea if they are as I haven’t bought a newspaper this decade.
3. Any players people recommend sticking in above / hidden jems????
4. What fixtures do we think are ones to make an effort to watch out of the current group stages? May have to organise work schedule and ensure a regular spot in The Leicester Arms on Warwick Street for any midweek afternoon games
5. What nation picks up the Jules Rimet this year for you? I’m thinking probably Germany but the last time they tried to conquer all the Russia issue didn’t work out well for them
Cherish and enjoy life.... this ain't no dress rehearsal
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World Cupski 2018 Thread on 10:48 - May 23 with 5135 views
World Cupski 2018 Thread on 09:07 - May 23 by Jeff
But, as a counter argument, Icardi is almost entirely a 'Penalty box forward' in that he doesn't do anything except score (i know how stupid that reads back, but think inzaghi etc.)
Messi, Aguero, Dybala and Higuain are all more rounded and complete forwards.
Plus, as mentioned, they haven't fallen out with Messi, which helps.
Nainggolan not making the Belgium squad is insane, but him Radja and Martinez fell out years ago because Nainggolan smokes and parties a bit too hard. Absolute nonsense that it's tactical though, he's one of the best box to box midfielders in the world!
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No Nainggolan is absolute nonsense, as RBlock says that seems like Martinez letting his personal feelings get in the way of picking the best options. A shame...
Icardi is a certain type of striker but he's still the best they have IMO. Aguero is injury prone, Dybala will be incredible but atm is too inconsistent and Higuain doesn't tend to perform well enough and be clinical when it matters, especially for Argentina. I appreciate the extras that come with him are debateable, but surely you can find a place for one of the most prolific strikers in Europe...
ask Beavis I get nothing Butthead
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World Cupski 2018 Thread on 11:52 - May 23 with 5083 views
Should we manage to get out of our group then we'll get one of the top two teams in Group H which might not be too bad (probably one of Poland, Colombia or Senegal), so a place in the QFs is not impossible. After that though...
I was listening to a daft discussion on Five Live about whether England players 'really think' they can win the World Cup, and I thought why not focus on winning at least one game before thinking about anything else?
Air hostess clique
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World Cupski 2018 Thread on 07:03 - May 25 with 4762 views
World Cupski 2018 Thread on 11:52 - May 23 by TheChef
Should we manage to get out of our group then we'll get one of the top two teams in Group H which might not be too bad (probably one of Poland, Colombia or Senegal), so a place in the QFs is not impossible. After that though...
It gets easier
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World Cupski 2018 Thread on 10:34 - May 28 with 4425 views
Are England the only country sending a squad comprised solely of home based players?
All the other nations seem to have migrant workers returning to play for their motherlands. The Danish squad seems to have 15 blokes plying their trade in England.
Makes you 'kin proud that we're keeping it old skool! Of course, maybe the foreigners don't want/can't afford our yeoman, but hey-ho and another example of how young English talent finds it difficult to get on with all these foreign chaps filling out our Premiership squads.
That aside, not really arsed about the World Cup and I would think Gazza would bite your hand off at the prospect of making the quarters.
Safe travels to all going...rather you than me!
'Always In Motion' by John Honney available on amazon.co.uk
World Cupski 2018 Thread on 21:52 - May 30 by Stanisgod
I've got that set plus a few others from late sixties to early seventies. Unfortunately E Bay has killed any value for these sort of collections.
Looking forward to it as ever, although much as I love it I still feel 32 teams makes it a bit bloated. Much better with 24 teams, that was the optimum number.
Watched a great doco on the History Channel last night on the Italia 90 England adventure, also touched on Ireland and Italy with some great stories told, worth catching on demand if you can.
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