witch Posted July 9, 2014 Posted July 9, 2014 So it really all came down to two players who were not there?
featured_spectre Posted July 9, 2014 Posted July 9, 2014 (edited) Essentially yes, those 2 players ensured the rest played to full potential and helped them be a decent team. It is concerning though that it happened like it did, but to be honest, Germany had to put Brazil in their place so they learned a lesson and can actually recover and look at what is wrong with South American Football. Edited July 9, 2014 by featured_spectre
sparkeh Posted July 9, 2014 Posted July 9, 2014 So it really all came down to two players who were not there? No I don't think so, no two players could make that much difference. They did manage to drag the rest into some kind of shape though. Read the article I linked above 1
featured_spectre Posted July 9, 2014 Posted July 9, 2014 I've just put a bet down. 3-1 win to Netherlands, with Van Persie, Robben and Messi to score, and half time score of 1-1 Odds on half time score being 1-1 and final score being 3-1 is 85/1 Odds on Van Persie to score is 2/1 Odds on Robben to score is 12/5 Odds on Messi to score is 6/5 Total odds is 1929/1
foofighterjim Posted July 9, 2014 Posted July 9, 2014 I've just put a bet down. 3-1 win to Netherlands, with Van Persie, Robben and Messi to score, and half time score of 1-1 Odds on half time score being 1-1 and final score being 3-1 is 85/1 Odds on Van Persie to score is 2/1 Odds on Robben to score is 12/5 Odds on Messi to score is 6/5 Total odds is 1929/1 Isn't Van Persie an injury doubt?
featured_spectre Posted July 9, 2014 Posted July 9, 2014 Nope, confirmed as fit for the match earlier according to sky sports news (was watching on way into work)
Tesla Posted July 9, 2014 Posted July 9, 2014 had a stomach bug, want to put a bet on that he'll do a lineker and have an accident on the pitch....
featured_spectre Posted July 9, 2014 Posted July 9, 2014 I have an hour to cancel the bet anyways, so I may just do so just in case.
featured_spectre Posted July 9, 2014 Posted July 9, 2014 Awkward moment when a Brazilian national paper gives all Brazilian players a 0...
featured_spectre Posted July 9, 2014 Posted July 9, 2014 This game is like Argentina and Netherlands both going "no you can go to the final, I'm OK with 3rd place"...lol
elsiegee40 Posted July 9, 2014 Posted July 9, 2014 * Yawn! * Sorry. Did somebody say something? I must have dozed off ......... zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz 1
sparkeh Posted July 9, 2014 Posted July 9, 2014 mrs_sparkeh fell asleep, I fell asleep, even the cats are looking bored 1
SiliconAlley_Sam Posted July 9, 2014 Posted July 9, 2014 The last time I was conscious (before now) the second half had just started.
featured_spectre Posted July 9, 2014 Posted July 9, 2014 Well atleast it will go to a former world cup winner anyway...that's a bonus. Now let's hope the Germans do the job.
Earthling Posted July 9, 2014 Posted July 9, 2014 At least I'll want someone to win it now. Mascherano was absolutely immense, had Robben in his pocket the whole game
featured_spectre Posted July 10, 2014 Posted July 10, 2014 Tye way I view the semi finals was this...the Dutch had Robben, the Brazilians had Neymar, the Argentinians had Messi and The Germans had a team. 1
visioN Posted July 10, 2014 Posted July 10, 2014 I fell asleep also. Watched the Pens. Hope Germany smash a few past Argentina for an entertaining final!
sparkeh Posted July 10, 2014 Posted July 10, 2014 From BBC Sport - World Cup 2014: Louis van Gaal says no-one wanted first penalty Netherlands coach Louis van Gaal says two of his players refused to take the first penalty in their World Cup semi-final shootout defeat by Argentina. Defender Ron Vlaar stepped up but Sergio Romero saved his kick. I can kinda understand this but Robben should really have stepped up to lead off the penalties. Good on Vlaar for having a go. Arjen Robben attempted just one pass in the first half against Argentina. Wow, I knew he had been quiet but I didn't realise just what a good job Argentina did on him.
featured_spectre Posted July 10, 2014 Posted July 10, 2014 This was the Dutch and Argentinians reaction watching Germany beat Brazil, then realising they're next... http://hugelolcdn.com/i/296278.gif 1
SiliconAlley_Sam Posted July 10, 2014 Posted July 10, 2014 Offering a pack of biscuits to anyone who can correctly guess the Argentina v Germany score. Predictions in a PM!
sparkeh Posted July 10, 2014 Posted July 10, 2014 Suarez has had his appeal turned down. He can still appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport. BBC Sport - Luis Suarez: Bite ban appeal rejected by Fifa
sparkeh Posted July 11, 2014 Posted July 11, 2014 And Suarez has gone: BBC Sport - Luis Suarez: Liverpool & Barcelona agree deal for striker
tudorcrisp Posted July 11, 2014 Posted July 11, 2014 Mixed feelings about this as a Liverpool fan. On the one hand he is a fantastic footballer who strikes fear into any team we played against, this alone shall be sorely missed. On the other hand he comes with too much baggage and it seems like he is one incident away from a very large ban, particularly in this country. I don't think Liverpool could keep backing him regardless of how good a player he is.
Earthling Posted July 14, 2014 Posted July 14, 2014 ....................and it's all over for another four years. What am I going to watch on TV now?
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