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TheVTCGuy · 16 July 2018, 05:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Abdullah71601

I don't think France will get shut out by the US. They'll score at least one.

Good one Abdullah, ironically, I’ll say “ touche “

tudorbaja27 · 16 July 2018, 05:18 AM

Feel bad for Croatia. A bit of lack of discipline. France definitely more pragmatic. Historic run though for Hrvatska! Since we started with the beers early, might as well continue for the day! Cheers everyone to a tremendous WC. Looking froward to 2026 (2022 is of little interest) .

superstarmar · 16 July 2018, 05:23 AM

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Originally Posted by warrior

That first French goal seemed a product of a dive

A good part of this tournament has been a dive...

AK797 · 16 July 2018, 06:14 AM

Well done to the Blues, Croatia played well in midfield as usual, as did Belgium and even England at times, but it is all about taking your chances and getting results and France did that brilliantly today, so well deserved winners.

It's been a great WC, best one I've seen and so many exciting games, never thought I'd say this but well done Russia, I'll say Na Zdorovie as I have a beer with my steak.

SpeakWithMichael · 16 July 2018, 06:19 AM

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Originally Posted by AK797

well done Russia

It was a well executed World Cup. The trophy celebration at the end seemed a bit lackluster with the respective politicians being the center of attraction, but the games seemed to have gone off without any major issues throughout the tournament.

Anyone else miss the vuvuzela sound from South Africa 2010? It did create a certain "buzz".

superstarmar · 17 July 2018, 12:23 AM

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Originally Posted by SpeakWithMichael

It was a well executed World Cup. The trophy celebration at the end seemed a bit lackluster with the respective politicians being the center of attraction, but the games seemed to have gone off without any major issues throughout the tournament.

Anyone else miss the vuvuzela sound from South Africa 2010? It did create a certain "buzz".

I missed the trophy celebration. Turned off the TV after
the final results ...

SpeakWithMichael · 20 July 2018, 04:14 PM

Modric sports a BLNR.

SpeakWithMichael · 20 July 2018, 05:58 PM

In other top football news: Real Madrid and Chelsea agree a fee for Hazard.

Source: https://apple.news/AIY3ZBVYdTDeM4-JVOGH0yg

OmegaJJH · 20 July 2018, 06:24 PM

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Originally Posted by SpeakWithMichael

In other top football news: Real Madrid and Chelsea agree a fee for Hazard.

Source: https://apple.news/AIY3ZBVYdTDeM4-JVOGH0yg

That’s a big loss for Chelsea!!

Sent from my iPhone

AK797 · 20 July 2018, 09:34 PM

Good price for Real, thought could be 200 after his great WC, plus with Neymar staying at PSG.

SpeakWithMichael · 20 July 2018, 11:00 PM

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Originally Posted by AK797

Good price for Real, thought could be 200 after his great WC, plus with Neymar staying at PSG.

Seems a bit high but I think Madrid has their back against the wall to keep the fanbase optimistic at nearly any cost necessary. There's probably another major signing that remains. Or a few more minor ones.

Liverpool is trying to get Mbappe but I strongly think that would be a big career mistake for Mbappe's marketing potential.

tudorbaja27 · 21 July 2018, 12:24 AM

Hazard is no Ronaldo. Very good player - but a far cry.

TheVTCGuy · 21 July 2018, 01:23 AM

When does the US play?

Abdullah71601 · 21 July 2018, 02:16 AM

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Originally Posted by TheVTCGuy

When does the US play?

We beat France 10-1 the other day. Trophy was handed out in Helsinki. Can’t believe you missed all the hubbub.

AK797 · 21 July 2018, 06:39 AM

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Originally Posted by tudorbaja27

Hazard is no Ronaldo. Very good player - but a far cry.

Well he's much the better footballer now, Ronaldo is a better finisher only. All round I'd rather have Hazard, esp as the shine has come off Ronaldo's ability to turn tournaments.

AK797 · 21 July 2018, 06:43 AM

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Originally Posted by SpeakWithMichael

Seems a bit high but I think Madrid has their back against the wall to keep the fanbase optimistic at nearly any cost necessary. There's probably another major signing that remains. Or a few more minor ones.

Liverpool is trying to get Mbappe but I strongly think that would be a big career mistake for Mbappe's marketing potential.

If Neymar does stay then so might Mbappe. Not sure he wants to go to Barcelona with Messi there, and don't think he'll go to Man City or Liverpool.

Zakalwe · 21 July 2018, 06:49 AM

Atlético might be a good bet for La Liga. They’ll be third favourites so the odds will be decent.

In Oblak, Godin, Gimenez, Hernandez and Vrsaljko they have pretty much the best defensive unit in the World. Niguez and Koke in midfield are class and a front three of Lemar, Griezmann and Costa will trouble anyone. It’s a shame their squad isn’t a bit deeper as I see them winning their H2H’s with the big two.

I take Neil’s point about the relative merits of Hazard and Ronaldo. I just don’t see them replacing the 50 goals a season that Cristiano guaranteed them just like that.

16 July 2018, 05:18 AM	#1712
tudorbaja27 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Miami, FL Watch: Tudor & Cartier Posts: 2,499	Feel bad for Croatia. A bit of lack of discipline. France definitely more pragmatic. Historic run though for Hrvatska! Since we started with the beers early, might as well continue for the day! Cheers everyone to a tremendous WC. Looking froward to 2026 (2022 is of little interest) . __________________ "Chi ha paura muore ogni giorno, chi non ha paura muore una volta sola" - Paolo Borsellino

21 July 2018, 12:24 AM	#1722
tudorbaja27 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Miami, FL Watch: Tudor & Cartier Posts: 2,499	Hazard is no Ronaldo. Very good player - but a far cry. __________________ "Chi ha paura muore ogni giorno, chi non ha paura muore una volta sola" - Paolo Borsellino

16 July 2018, 06:14 AM	#1714
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	Well done to the Blues, Croatia played well in midfield as usual, as did Belgium and even England at times, but it is all about taking your chances and getting results and France did that brilliantly today, so well deserved winners. It's been a great WC, best one I've seen and so many exciting games, never thought I'd say this but well done Russia, I'll say Na Zdorovie as I have a beer with my steak.

20 July 2018, 04:14 PM	#1717
SpeakWithMichael "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Jacksonville, FL Watch: Superocean 44not42 Posts: 1,757	Modric sports a BLNR.

20 July 2018, 05:58 PM	#1718
SpeakWithMichael "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Jacksonville, FL Watch: Superocean 44not42 Posts: 1,757	In other top football news: Real Madrid and Chelsea agree a fee for Hazard. Source: https://apple.news/AIY3ZBVYdTDeM4-JVOGH0yg

20 July 2018, 09:34 PM	#1720
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	Good price for Real, thought could be 200 after his great WC, plus with Neymar staying at PSG.

21 July 2018, 01:23 AM	#1723
TheVTCGuy Banned Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Paul Location: San Diego Watch: 126619LB Posts: 21,540	When does the US play?

21 July 2018, 06:49 AM	#1727
Zakalwe "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Real Name: Sal Location: London Posts: 2,496	Atlético might be a good bet for La Liga. They’ll be third favourites so the odds will be decent. In Oblak, Godin, Gimenez, Hernandez and Vrsaljko they have pretty much the best defensive unit in the World. Niguez and Koke in midfield are class and a front three of Lemar, Griezmann and Costa will trouble anyone. It’s a shame their squad isn’t a bit deeper as I see them winning their H2H’s with the big two. I take Neil’s point about the relative merits of Hazard and Ronaldo. I just don’t see them replacing the 50 goals a season that Cristiano guaranteed them just like that.

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