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Re: All things Football (soccer) related
Posted: Tue Jun 18, 2024 6:00 pm
by warspite1
I hate football.
Georgia were excellent value. How did they not equalise at the end?
But in fairness, the first two Turkish goals were true worldy’s and deserved to win the match.
Re: All things Football (soccer) related
Posted: Tue Jun 18, 2024 6:04 pm
by shunwick
warspite1 wrote: Tue Jun 18, 2024 6:00 pm
I hate football.
Georgia were excellent value. How did they not equalise at the end?
But in fairness, the first two Turkish goals were true worldy’s and deserved to win the match.
Another great game to watch. This tournament, so far, has produced to some fine games. Let's hope the quality continues.
Best wishes,
Steve
Re: All things Football (soccer) related
Posted: Tue Jun 18, 2024 7:54 pm
by warspite1
Half time
Portugal 0-0 Czech Rep
First goalless first half, but not lacking in entertainment.
I feel it’s only a matter of time before Portugal break their duck despite the Czechs defending well…… but let’s hope not

Re: All things Football (soccer) related
Posted: Tue Jun 18, 2024 9:04 pm
by shunwick
Portugal 2 Czech Rep 1
The Czechs certainly made Portugal work for it. Another very watchable game.
Best wishes,
Steve
Re: All things Football (soccer) related
Posted: Tue Jun 18, 2024 9:06 pm
by warspite1
Rats - 90+2 and Portugal break Czech hearts
Both games were much closer than expected but the favourites won through in the end.
Re: All things Football (soccer) related
Posted: Wed Jun 19, 2024 5:01 am
by warspite1
As if Ronaldo could get any more unlikeable….
Footage emerged of him taunting two Czech players after Portugal’ s 92 minute winner. What a totally classless, unsportsmanlike act…..
But onto the football and the second round of group games begins today. Hussah!!
Re: All things Football (soccer) related
Posted: Wed Jun 19, 2024 5:14 am
by warspite1
Today it’s crunch time for Scotland and Hungary. Both will need to get something from their games against Switzerland and Germany respectively.
Come on Scotland - you can do this. Just pretend you’re playing England and play your best. The Swiss are a decent team but you can do it (said in hope not expectation).
Equally, I’m hoping (again, but not expecting) that Hungary can upset the Germans in their own backyard. The Germans looked ominously good against Scotland last time out and, based on recent results, appear to be getting back to the Germany we all fear - and not the shambles that failed to get out of the group stage at the last two tournaments.
Re: All things Football (soccer) related
Posted: Wed Jun 19, 2024 12:08 pm
by shunwick
warspite1 wrote: Wed Jun 19, 2024 5:01 am
As if Ronaldo could get any more unlikeable….
Footage emerged of him taunting two Czech players after Portugal’ s 92 minute winner. What a totally classless, unsportsmanlike act…..
But onto the football and the second round of group games begins today. Hussah!!
Neither Ronaldo or Mbappe covered themselves with glory in their respective games. I love football. I am not that fond of footballers in general or some footballers in particular.
Best wishes
Steve
Re: All things Football (soccer) related
Posted: Wed Jun 19, 2024 2:29 pm
by warspite1
Oops- I forgot that Croatia and Albania were playing - half an hour to go and 0-1 to Albania

That’s a bit of a shocker!!
Re: All things Football (soccer) related
Posted: Wed Jun 19, 2024 2:49 pm
by warspite1
warspite1 wrote: Wed Jun 19, 2024 2:29 pm
Oops- I forgot that Croatia and Albania were playing - half an hour to go and 0-1 to Albania

That’s a bit of a shocker!!
warspite1
Normal service has been resumed…….
Re: All things Football (soccer) related
Posted: Wed Jun 19, 2024 3:02 pm
by warspite1
warspite1 wrote: Wed Jun 19, 2024 2:49 pm
warspite1 wrote: Wed Jun 19, 2024 2:29 pm
Oops- I forgot that Croatia and Albania were playing - half an hour to go and 0-1 to Albania

That’s a bit of a shocker!!
warspite1
Normal service has been resumed…….
warspite1
But not for long! 2-2 - incredible finish…..
Re: All things Football (soccer) related
Posted: Wed Jun 19, 2024 3:05 pm
by shunwick
warspite1 wrote: Wed Jun 19, 2024 3:02 pm
warspite1 wrote: Wed Jun 19, 2024 2:49 pm
warspite1 wrote: Wed Jun 19, 2024 2:29 pm
Oops- I forgot that Croatia and Albania were playing - half an hour to go and 0-1 to Albania

That’s a bit of a shocker!!
warspite1
Normal service has been resumed…….
warspite1
But not for long! 2-2 - incredible finish…..
So happy for the Albanians. They are doing their nation proud.
Best wishes,
Steve
Re: All things Football (soccer) related
Posted: Wed Jun 19, 2024 3:08 pm
by shunwick
Germany vs Hungary next up. Can the Germans continue their excellent start or will the Hungarians upset the apple cart?
Best wishes,
Steve
Re: All things Football (soccer) related
Posted: Wed Jun 19, 2024 3:37 pm
by warspite1
Come on Hungary - you owe Germany a bloody nose for 1954……
Re: All things Football (soccer) related
Posted: Wed Jun 19, 2024 4:03 pm
by warspite1
So a second game without the cherry red shirts, white shorts and green socks…. And what the hell are the Germans wearing? That’s a kit that says “we deserve to be thrashed”…….Come on Hungary!!
Re: All things Football (soccer) related
Posted: Wed Jun 19, 2024 6:03 pm
by shunwick
Well, the pink and purple people eaters are the first team to book their place in the next round. Hungary huffed and puffed but couldn't blow the German house down. 2-0 the final result.
Which means....
Scotland must beat Switzerland later tonight. More than that though, they need to develop a backbone and get some pride back.
Best wishes,
Steve
Re: All things Football (soccer) related
Posted: Wed Jun 19, 2024 6:57 pm
by warspite1
shunwick wrote: Wed Jun 19, 2024 6:03 pm
…..More than that though, they need to develop a backbone and get some pride back.
Best wishes,
Steve
warspite1
Indeed, but no more gallant failure please. Come on Scotland - a repeat of Euro 96 please - and beat the Swiss.
Win this and I’ll even forgive the stooopid kit.
Re: All things Football (soccer) related
Posted: Wed Jun 19, 2024 8:58 pm
by warspite1
Full time
Scotland 1-1 Switzerland
Not a disaster - and the performance was night and day better than the German game.
Importantly, Scotland go into the last game with a hope of qualification - they just need to beat Hungary.
Re: All things Football (soccer) related
Posted: Wed Jun 19, 2024 9:17 pm
by shunwick
warspite1 wrote: Wed Jun 19, 2024 8:58 pm
Full time
Scotland 1-1 Switzerland
Not a disaster - and the performance was night and day better than the German game.
Importantly, Scotland go into the last game with a hope of qualification - they just need to beat Hungary.
Not sure how much hope there is. Scotland's goal difference looks set to bite them in the bum even if they win against Hungary.
They were certainly better tonight.
Best wishes,
Steve
Re: All things Football (soccer) related
Posted: Wed Jun 19, 2024 9:51 pm
by shunwick
Copa America 2024
It's that time again...
Stadium Porn...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aYZxpCmtZuY
Group A
Argentina
Peru
Chile
Canada
Group B
Mexico
Ecuador
Venezuela
Jamaica
Group C
United States
Uruguay
Panama
Bolivia
Group D
Brazil
Colombia
Paraguay
Costa Rica
Top two teams qualify for the knockouts. Opening game is 20th June 8pm EDT Argentina vs Canada at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia.
All the best,
Steve