FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 - Group Stage

[El Turco]

i am only watching some because i am usually bored at work, otherwise i have little to no interest in it. ill watch the games thru pirated streams and wont have any world cup related spending so at least that soothes my conscience little bit.

[LDNMagic90]

England are running riot. I'm so happy for Saka, especially after the vile abuse he got after the Euros

[magik9113]

Too easy for England vs Iran who I must say don’t appear to be as bad as the Qatar team.

[Shaazzam]

So does anyone plan on actually watching this thing? Curious how the ratings turn out?

To be honest I’m still watching it, I’m not going to act like I like what’s happening in Qatar. However i consume so many things that hasn’t got the best ethics and this is no different in my opinion.

if Canada wasn't in it i might have principles, but they are so im a piece of ****
im ok with that

[Dirk]

So does anyone plan on actually watching this thing? Curious how the ratings turn out?

To be honest I’m still watching it, I’m not going to act like I like what’s happening in Qatar. However i consume so many things that hasn’t got the best ethics and this is no different in my opinion.

if Canada wasn't in it i might have principles, but they are so im a piece of ****
im ok with that

Eustáquio about to become a household name in Canada.

[UcanUwill]

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hope your decision to lock general NBA boards thread and the fact you stickied the link to this thread will be effective, cause I myself not a fan of the decision, I dont think one OT thread hurts the board, I dont think we ares etting a precedent by have non basketball topic, its world cup, its not ordinary event or topic. Non NBA boards on this site are far far less popular, so I dont really know how many people who would have said something on general board, will even bother to come here.

Congrats England fan, very strong first impression.

[Evenacus]

Damn politics, woke agendas, human rights acitivists etc. Leave football alone, let people at least enjoy football for once. I already wrote in the previous topic, from USA 1994. to this WC 2022, they were all bought and paid for, c'mon people don't be naive. Sry for the rant

[UcanUwill]

Damn politics, woke agendas, human rights acitivists etc. Leave football alone, let people at least enjoy football for once. I already wrote in the previous topic, from USA 1994. to this WC 2022, they were all bought and paid for, c'mon people don't be naive. Sry for the rant

If we wont challenge some of our communities and cultures, we will never evolve for the better. Thats all I gonna say, it is obvious what I believe in, personally, do not like these debates myself, I try to avoid it, I will most likely quit Faceboook all together, cause it used to be good news feed, and now it is just algorythm feeding me topics that boil me.

[Baphomet]

Wasn't able to watch England due to being at work. We looked good in the highlights, some pinpoint passing and fast movement. Loved Saka's dummy in the box and Kane's passing. Wilson also brought some nice energy off the bench, too.

Good start, although I didn't expect a huge fight from Iran in footballing terms. Big respect to their captain and players for supporting the anti-government protests back home knowing that their support could land them in serious hot water.

Watching Senegal vs. Netherlands via stream now ala Turco. Both teams look a bit impotent up top, though you sympathise with Senegal missing their best player.

[UcanUwill]

Wasn't able to watch England due to being at work. We looked good in the highlights, some pinpoint passing and fast movement. Loved Saka's dummy in the box and Kane's passing. Wilson also brought some nice energy off the bench, too.

Good start, although I didn't expect a huge fight from Iran in footballing terms. Big respect to their captain and players for supporting the anti-government protests back home knowing that their support could land them in serious hot water.

Watching Senegal vs. Netherlands via stream now ala Turco. Both teams look a bit impotent up top, though you sympathise with Senegal missing their best player.

Honestly, I dont think Iran looked insanely terrible, England was just that good, very good opening, no anxiety of any kind, looked absolutely locked in and confident. Looked like one of key favorites for sure.

[Evenacus]

Damn politics, woke agendas, human rights acitivists etc. Leave football alone, let people at least enjoy football for once. I already wrote in the previous topic, from USA 1994. to this WC 2022, they were all bought and paid for, c'mon people don't be naive. Sry for the rant

If we wont challenge some of your communities and cultures, we will never evolve for the better. Thats all I gonna say, it is obvious what I believe in, personally, do not like these debates myself, I try to avoid it, I will most likely quit Faceboook all together, cause it used to be good news feed, and now it is just algorythm feeding me topics that boil me.

There is no point in doing this, politicizing the game is not the right way. It's the same thing with entertainment industry. Shoving things artificialy can only be considered patronizing and invoke defiance.

OT: Go Senegal, they are looking ok so far. Netherlands had better chances but it is still 50%-50%.

[ejftw]

Considering neither the Dutch nor Senegal have been able to capitalize on some good chances yet, Ecuador must be thinking if they can get one early, they can net the win and advancement to the knock outs

[UcanUwill]

England are running riot. I'm so happy for Saka, especially after the vile abuse he got after the Euros

People here hate Southgate, but he does not have any agenda against young players, which I think is great. What about Trent, is he completely out of rotation, I wasnt really following any news that actually include football?

[magik9113]

Senegal looking strong yet vulnerable

[Evenacus]

Considering neither the Dutch nor Senegal have been able to capitalize on some good chances yet, Ecuador must be thinking if they can get one early, they can net the win and advancement to the knock outs

Ecuador will end up regretting slowing down and beating Qatar just 2-0. I can see Netherlands and Senegal winning more than they did against Qatar.

[Baphomet]

England are running riot. I'm so happy for Saka, especially after the vile abuse he got after the Euros

People here hate Southgate, but he does not have any agenda against young players, which I think is great. What about Trent, is he completely out of rotation, I wasnt really following any news that actually include football?

Trippier has been one of the best players in the Premier League this season, and Trent has been very poor by his standards. It's just a case of Trippier locking in that starting RB position with his quality play.

[UcanUwill]

Considering neither the Dutch nor Senegal have been able to capitalize on some good chances yet, Ecuador must be thinking if they can get one early, they can net the win and advancement to the knock outs

Ecuador will end up regretting slowing down and beating Qatar just 2-0. I can see Netherlands and Senegal winning more than they did against Qatar.

2-0 was unfavorable to Ecuador, they did dominate far more than the score, but the schedule is very intense, and I dont think they had the luxury to press and use their energy, they got the win, that was the important thing, just save the rest for upcoming days. To advance they either way need to steal points from those two favorite teams. So, focus on that, maybe +/- will come in play, but only if they dont follow with two Ls to begin with.

[UcanUwill]

England are running riot. I'm so happy for Saka, especially after the vile abuse he got after the Euros

People here hate Southgate, but he does not have any agenda against young players, which I think is great. What about Trent, is he completely out of rotation, I wasnt really following any news that actually include football?

Trippier has been one of the best players in the Premier League this season, and Trent has been very poor by his standards. It's just a case of Trippier locking in that starting RB position with his quality play.

Yes, I understand. Trent and even Van Dijk lost their ability to play defense this season it seems. Trent was never great defender, but he wasnt this bad before. I really think, probably Trent isnt a natural RB, I barely understand this sport, I am complete casual, but I feel he could be good at center, like De Bryune esque somewhat. Or is this way off? Seriously, he cant play defense, why is he playing defender position?

[Evenacus]

Considering neither the Dutch nor Senegal have been able to capitalize on some good chances yet, Ecuador must be thinking if they can get one early, they can net the win and advancement to the knock outs

Ecuador will end up regretting slowing down and beating Qatar just 2-0. I can see Netherlands and Senegal winning more than they did against Qatar.

2-0 was unfavorable to Ecuador, they did dominate far more than the score, but the schedule is very intense, and I dont think they had the luxury to press and use their energy, they got the win, that was the important thing, just save the rest for upcoming days. To advance they either way need to steal points from those two favorite teams. So, focus on that, maybe +/- will come in play, but only if they dont follow with two Ls to begin with.

There is some truth in that. But with the draw here, which more likely by the minute ( Sen- Ned). They will be under heavy pressure against both of these teams which are, at least on paper, stronger.

Due to Liverpool losing Mane the pressure on Trent increased, since he was forced to play more defensively then he usually did. Since he is stronger as an attacking full back then on the defensive end, his performances suffered this year. Therefore, he lost his status, as Trippier was brilliant in an excellent Newcastle so far. Imo, no player can currently step into the shoes of KDB, incredible player.

[LDNMagic90]

I don’t know I’m not convinced by this Dutch team, I can see Senegal topping the group. I have felt this way for a while now. Obviously things can change but so far Senegal look slightly more promising going forward.