***Official 2022 World Cup Thread*** (3 Viewers)

[CletiusMaximus]

Officially Croatia has now won 1 game and drawn 4 on their way to the semifinals.

They didn’t win a single game in regulation in the knockout rounds on their way to the final in Russia. Must be hell for their fans.

 

[TripleThreat]

NGL Rooting for more chaos in the next.

 

[Dinsy Ejotuz]

Argentina now favorites to win the WC at ~4-1.

But if there's one thing I'm sure about it's that Louis v Gaal doesn't give two flying flocks about Cinderella stories.

 

[TripleThreat]

Cashed the +105 right before PKs started.

This is just what Croatia does

They were +850 before the game IIRC. Crazy

 

[Sand]

Argentina now favorites to win the WC at ~4-1.

But if there's one thing I'm sure about it's that Louis v Gaal doesn't give two flying flocks about Cinderella stories.

Sucker bet. No way they win this.

 

[Zow]

Argentina now favorites to win the WC at ~4-1.

But if there's one thing I'm sure about it's that Louis v Gaal doesn't give two flying flocks about Cinderella stories.

Luka Modric gives zero ****s.

 

[Ted Lange as your Bartender]

Cashed the +105 right before PKs started.

This is just what Croatia does

They were +850 before the game IIRC. Crazy

To win or to advance? If it was win, that bet loses

 

[heckmanm]

After all the lame dancing last game, have some of that Brazil.

Better team won.

Better GK for sure - guy was standing on his head. What was it, 9-1 SoG?

Curious what the xG stats will look like.

 

[Capella]

Bummer. The atmosphere for Brazil Argentina would have been amazing.

 

[SoBeDad]

Argentina now favorites to win the WC at ~4-1.

But if there's one thing I'm sure about it's that Louis v Gaal doesn't give two flying flocks about Cinderella stories.

I love watching Messi!

 

[Sand]

Bummer. The atmosphere for Brazil Argentina would have been amazing.

Put me on record that the orange army will advance, so N/A and N/A.

 

[Jayrod]

Listening to ESPN Radio and they just mentioned the match. Then they said that Messi played for Brazil. Lol!

 

[Zow]

Bummer. The atmosphere for Brazil Argentina would have been amazing.

For sure but I’ll forfeit that for the awesomeness I just witnessed

 

[AAABatteries]

Argentina now favorites to win the WC at ~4-1.

But if there's one thing I'm sure about it's that Louis v Gaal doesn't give two flying flocks about Cinderella stories.

I read that as "disrespect" for Netherlands/Croatia and a little respect for England. I'd put my money on France right now.

 

[TripleThreat]

Argentina now favorites to win the WC at ~4-1.

But if there's one thing I'm sure about it's that Louis v Gaal doesn't give two flying flocks about Cinderella stories.

And he’s a story worth rooting for IMO.

 

[AAABatteries]

Officially Croatia has now won 1 game and drawn 4 on their way to the semifinals.

They didn’t win a single game in regulation in the knockout rounds on their way to the final in Russia. Must be hell for their fans.

The thing I love about them is they are not parking the bus against these "superior" opponents - they are just so freaking smart and play so well together.

 

[massraider]

To win or to advance? If it was win, that bet loses

Whoa. has it always been this way?

 

[TripleThreat]

Argentina fans celebrating brazil losing is something… overlook the Orange at your peril.

 

[Jayrod]

Argentina fans celebrating brazil losing is something… overlook the Orange at your peril.

Fans are going to fan.

I'm sure the players took it as a stark warning that no one is safe at this point and to take nothing for granted.

 

[Dinsy Ejotuz]

Argentina fans celebrating brazil losing is something…

Brazil could be playing Satan for the Fate of the Universe and Argentinians would celebrate Brazil losing.

 

[Charlie Steiner]

My BIL spent 20+ years as a missionary in Argentina, which apparently was long enough to develop the same sense of entitlement as the natives. Can't talk soccer with him as he has no appreciation for how far the US has come recently, so screw him, I'm rooting against Argentina.

 

[bryhamm]

I just wish there was a way to finish the game on the field. I get that it's not physically possible to force them to keep playing though. Just wish there was a way.

Not sure why they don't do the golden goal and actually play out the full 30 min of OT. What is the thought behind that?

What do you mean by the bolded?

Stopping the game after the golden goal, ie the first goal scored in OT. They used to do that a while ago. Not sure when it changed.

 

[bryhamm]

This game seems like a perfect example of why we don’t like a golden goal.

NFL changed their overtime rules because they didn't like 'first man to score wins', either.

Not even close to the same thing. They changed it because they wanted both sides to have the opportunity. Not the same thing with soccer. Both sides DO have the opportunity in OT.

 

[massraider]

My BIL spent 20+ years as a missionary in Argentina, which apparently was long enough to develop the same sense of entitlement as the natives. Can't talk soccer with him as he has no appreciation for how far the US has come recently, so screw him, I'm rooting against Argentina.

This is a much better reason than just like, being from some country.

I have a very unpopular opinion that being a fan based on arbitrary geograpical reasons is a rule I don't feel I have to follow. I root against Argentina because the drink Fernet and Coke, and because the Nazis.

 

[NewlyRetired]

I just wish there was a way to finish the game on the field. I get that it's not physically possible to force them to keep playing though. Just wish there was a way.

Not sure why they don't do the golden goal and actually play out the full 30 min of OT. What is the thought behind that?

What do you mean by the bolded?

Stopping the game after the golden goal, ie the first goal scored in OT. They used to do that a while ago. Not sure when it changed.

Golden goal was removed by FIFA back after the 2002 WC. The last golden goal ever scored was this one

Senegal vs Turkey 0 - 1 Quarter Final World Cup 2002 Full HD

World Cup Korea And Japon 2002Turkey vs Senegal22 June 200220:30Nagai Stadium, OsakaAttendance: 44,233Referee: Óscar Ruiz (Colombia)_________________________...

youtu.be

 

[AAABatteries]

Let's go Oranje!!!

 

[massraider]

They changed it because they wanted both sides to have the opportunity

This was the argument they made because they didn't like the first man to score wins rules they had before.

Really, tho, people who prefer the Golden Goal need to make the argument. There's a clock in regulation, and at the end of that time, a winner is declared. Why should extra time have a NEW rule inserted, that first team to score wins? Why shouldn't they play the extra time, if you want it decided on the field?

 

[AAABatteries]

https://twitter.com/foxsoccer/status/1600686610751934464?s=46&t=V6qDWT8q3zjxI4g2ps5y9g

My vote would be Netherlands.

 

[bryhamm]

They changed it because they wanted both sides to have the opportunity

This was the argument they made because they didn't like the first man to score wins rules they had before.

Really, tho, people who prefer the Golden Goal need to make the argument. There's a clock in regulation, and at the end of that time, a winner is declared. Why should extra time have a NEW rule inserted, that first team to score wins? Why shouldn't they play the extra time, if you want it decided on the field?

Don't get me wrong. I am not really arguing FOR the golden goal. I am just trying to figure out a "fair" way to determine a winner that is NOT via penalty kicks.

 

[Capella]

Elite uniform matchup here.



I refuse to call it a kit.

 

[heckmanm]

xG from the first match
- BRA 2.80
- CRO 0.65

 

[B Maverick]

Elite uniform matchup here.



I refuse to call it a kit.

Do you also refuse to put on your boots and step out on the pitch?

 

[AAABatteries]

xG from the first match
- BRA 2.80
- CRO 0.65

Croatia are a fantastic team, did what they had to do, got a tad lucky on the deflection and was cool in PKs. One of the things that makes this sport great is on a given day just about anything can happen. Brazil is a more talented team but were not better on the day. But yeah, if they play that same game 9 more times I'd expect Brazil to win it probably all 9 times.

 

[heckmanm]

xG from the first match
- BRA 2.80
- CRO 0.65

Croatia are a fantastic team, did what they had to do, got a tad lucky on the deflection and was cool in PKs. One of the things that makes this sport great is on a given day just about anything can happen. Brazil is a more talented team but were not better on the day. But yeah, if they play that same game 9 more times I'd expect Brazil to win it probably all 9 times.

11-1 shots on target, so Croatia's GK was the hero today

 

[AAABatteries]

xG from the first match
- BRA 2.80
- CRO 0.65

Croatia are a fantastic team, did what they had to do, got a tad lucky on the deflection and was cool in PKs. One of the things that makes this sport great is on a given day just about anything can happen. Brazil is a more talented team but were not better on the day. But yeah, if they play that same game 9 more times I'd expect Brazil to win it probably all 9 times.

11-1 shots on target, so Croatia's GK was the hero today

Just kidding, Brazil were better - it happens.

 

[CletiusMaximus]

Elite uniform matchup here.

I've got a Dutch 2002 jersey a friend sent me from the Netherlands. Its pretty tight around the waste these days and really no one needs to see me walking around in that tight bright orange, but its a pretty sweet shirt.

 

[sho nuff]

Some good penalties by Croatia - that one was great.

Was like that against Japan too. No slow run ups…just step up and hit their spots with power.

 

[CletiusMaximus]

They changed it because they wanted both sides to have the opportunity

This was the argument they made because they didn't like the first man to score wins rules they had before.

Really, tho, people who prefer the Golden Goal need to make the argument. There's a clock in regulation, and at the end of that time, a winner is declared. Why should extra time have a NEW rule inserted, that first team to score wins? Why shouldn't they play the extra time, if you want it decided on the field?

Don't get me wrong. I am not really arguing FOR the golden goal. I am just trying to figure out a "fair" way to determine a winner that is NOT via penalty kicks.

This is really the rub. No one likes it, but no one has a better idea, despite decades of debate and proposals. Some naively thought the golden goal would open things up and get teams to attack in extra time, but the opposite happened.

 

[B Maverick]

They changed it because they wanted both sides to have the opportunity

This was the argument they made because they didn't like the first man to score wins rules they had before.

Really, tho, people who prefer the Golden Goal need to make the argument. There's a clock in regulation, and at the end of that time, a winner is declared. Why should extra time have a NEW rule inserted, that first team to score wins? Why shouldn't they play the extra time, if you want it decided on the field?

Don't get me wrong. I am not really arguing FOR the golden goal. I am just trying to figure out a "fair" way to determine a winner that is NOT via penalty kicks.

This is really the rub. No one likes it, but no one has a better idea, despite decades of debate and proposals. Some naively thought the golden goal would open things up and get teams to attack in extra time, but the opposite happened.

I LOVE PKS!!!!!!!

The drama is immense. Sucks when you lose but damn if it isn't dramatic.

 

[The Gator]

What a ****ing pass

 

[Jayrod]

My goodness, what a pass from Messi.

 

[AAABatteries]

They changed it because they wanted both sides to have the opportunity

This was the argument they made because they didn't like the first man to score wins rules they had before.

Really, tho, people who prefer the Golden Goal need to make the argument. There's a clock in regulation, and at the end of that time, a winner is declared. Why should extra time have a NEW rule inserted, that first team to score wins? Why shouldn't they play the extra time, if you want it decided on the field?

Don't get me wrong. I am not really arguing FOR the golden goal. I am just trying to figure out a "fair" way to determine a winner that is NOT via penalty kicks.

This is really the rub. No one likes it, but no one has a better idea, despite decades of debate and proposals. Some naively thought the golden goal would open things up and get teams to attack in extra time, but the opposite happened.

To me the “simple” thing to try next is removing a player or two from each side to open the pitch up more and hopefully promote more attacking.

 

[Ramsay Hunt Experience]

That little genius. What a ball.

 

[titusbramble]

GOAT with the assist

 

[TripleThreat]

there ya go

 

[AAABatteries]

Fantastic - is was obvious the Dutch had decided to try and keep Messi off the ball but that man always finds a way.

 

[Jayrod]

I mean the goal was really good too, but I don't think anyone else in the world can put that pass through like that.

 

[Ted Lange as your Bartender]

To win or to advance? If it was win, that bet loses

Whoa. has it always been this way?

I just meant that a win by PKs is officially considered a “draw” so I’m thinking a pre match bet for a win would not have cashed .

ETA - for example right now, Netherlands is +1000 to win and +350 to advance

 

[SoBeDad]

Argentina now favorites to win the WC at ~4-1.

But if there's one thing I'm sure about it's that Louis v Gaal doesn't give two flying flocks about Cinderella stories.

I love watching Messi!

I really love watching Messi!!

 

[fightingillini]

Some good penalties by Croatia - that one was great.

Was like that against Japan too. No slow run ups…just step up and hit their spots with power.

Exactly. Doesn't matter it's high or low.....if you hit your spot with pace, the goalie has no chance.

But it's easier said than done on the World Cup Stage.