2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil

[Buggster]

Well Team USA with a bit of luck got through even by losing. Round of 16 should be doable, probably against Belgium (though Algeria could still top that Group with a bit of luck). Quarter-finals will be much tougher where I would see Argentina (I just can't see Switzerland beating Argentina while they play in South America).

Germany of course is as always lucky as hell, they won't have any real opposition in their way until the Semi-Finals.

 

[Ace Bandage]

How do Brits feel about the colonies advancing in the World Cup but not England?

I find it amusing...



Yes. Yes, they are. Because we're through to the knockout round!

'Murica, fuck yeah!

 

[feller469]

The goal was to get thru, they did. As runner-up in the group, USA actually gets an extra day of rest. Germany play Monday. Belgium is good, but not unbeatable.
I
I believe
I believe that
I believe that we
I believe that we will win

 

[Motor.boater]

The goal was to get thru, they did. As runner-up in the group, USA actually gets an extra day of rest. Germany play Monday. Belgium is good, but not unbeatable.
I
I believe
I believe that
I believe that we
I believe that we will win

"Team USA" (gay) can get fucked. You had your good WC in 2002, which is more than you deserve. The neutrals, and definitely me, are with Belgium. The goodwill is with them. They are the emerging team. Hopefully, now that it's sudden death, they step up and ream you cunts.

You also forgot "I believe that we will"

 

[Ace Bandage]

"Team USA" (gay) can get fucked. You had your good WC in 2002, which is more than you deserve. The neutrals, and definitely me, are with Belgium. The goodwill is with them. They are the emerging team. Hopefully, now that it's sudden death, they step up and ream you cunts.

Yes, feed your anger.

The butt hurt is strong with this one. What do you have against the greatest country in the world, son? Do you hate freedom?

You also forgot "I believe that we will"

They don't say that it in the chant. Pay attention, cunt.

Note that it's not in my signature either.

 

[nightwanker]

World Cup 2014 Babes

http://board.freeones.com/showpost.php?p=8449725

 

[Motor.boater]

"Team USA" (gay) can get fucked. You had your good WC in 2002, which is more than you deserve. The neutrals, and definitely me, are with Belgium. The goodwill is with them. They are the emerging team. Hopefully, now that it's sudden death, they step up and ream you cunts.

You also forgot "I believe that we will"

I get a negative rep for this?

Piss. Weak.

Come on Belgium!

 

[Lonilover]

Belgium is doing pretty well after a long time.. also Costa Rica is surprising.. but with all respect I don't think those two countries (or any of them) will play in the final... probarly be something like Germany, Brazil, France or Holland.

 

[Mr_Stiffy]

How do Brits feel about the colonies advancing in the World Cup but not England?

I'm sure there were plenty of Scots and Welsh that loved it.

Persnonally, I didn't really give a shit. I hate the FA, the setup and a great deal of the players, so I feel less emotional connection to England now than at any point in my whole life. I thought it was amusing that the US got through at Portugal's expense, to be honest, but I was mostly happy that I predicted the Germans wouldn't be satisfied playing out the draw that would see both go through with 5 points... and they weren't. KOMMEN SIE BITTE und listen to Kraftwerk.

 

[alexpnz]

That Neymar kid looks like he's got some game too....

 

[Motor.boater]

Belgium is doing pretty well after a long time.. also Costa Rica is surprising.. but with all respect I don't think those two countries (or any of them) will play in the final... probarly be something like Germany, Brazil, France or Holland.

Germany won't win. They've lost their killer instinct in the big games, over the last 20 years.

 

[bobjustbob]

"Team USA" (gay) can get fucked. You had your good WC in 2002, which is more than you deserve. The neutrals, and definitely me, are with Belgium. The goodwill is with them. They are the emerging team. Hopefully, now that it's sudden death, they step up and ream you cunts.

How can I disagree with this. I don't care how many kids are kicking soccer balls in USA, the excitement will go away for another 4 years just like the Olympics. Call me when ESPN 1,2,3,or 4 starts featuring figure skating or skiing on a regular basis.

 

[feller469]

In the US, soccer will never be as big as the NFL. I don't know why the American media feeds this fire. I think part of the argument is to keep the NFL on people's minds. I do think the NFL will lose some of its popularity over the next few years. It has peaked. The Super Bowl will still draw big numbers but regular season numbers will drop a little. Soccer is not going to replace anything. It is carving its niche in the American sports market and doing a good job. As football, baseball and basketball games begin to take 4 hours to play, fans are going to be attracted to a 2-hour soccer match. Soccer-specific stadiums now being built in the US are in the 15,000 - 30000 seat range. The more intimate setting will create a better atmosphere. NFL is all about its image and the money. Fans like me, though in the minority, are finding other ways to spend our time and money. I refuse to pay for an NFL ticket. The last game I went to was miserable because it was steaming hot and there was so much down time for TV commercials. I paid to watch the game, why not cater to me, the fan in attendance? Oh yeah, that's right, my $80 is piddlyshit. The NFL doesn't need anyone to show up, but you can be damn sure they will do all they can to prevent an empty section of a stadium to be shown during the broadcast.

 

[mf15]

Ive never watched a full soccer match until this year, never really been into it but I gotta say these USA games have been really fun to watch

 

[BioDefenseGrad]

I get a negative rep for this?

Piss. Weak.

Come on Belgium!

Belgium is overrated. They have more offensive weapons than the U.S. but are just as boring. Netherlands is far better of a team.

 

[BioDefenseGrad]

In the US, soccer will never be as big as the NFL. I don't know why the American media feeds this fire. I think part of the argument is to keep the NFL on people's minds. I do think the NFL will lose some of its popularity over the next few years. It has peaked. The Super Bowl will still draw big numbers but regular season numbers will drop a little. Soccer is not going to replace anything. It is carving its niche in the American sports market and doing a good job. As football, baseball and basketball games begin to take 4 hours to play, fans are going to be attracted to a 2-hour soccer match. Soccer-specific stadiums now being built in the US are in the 15,000 - 30000 seat range. The more intimate setting will create a better atmosphere. NFL is all about its image and the money. Fans like me, though in the minority, are finding other ways to spend our time and money. I refuse to pay for an NFL ticket. The last game I went to was miserable because it was steaming hot and there was so much down time for TV commercials. I paid to watch the game, why not cater to me, the fan in attendance? Oh yeah, that's right, my $80 is piddlyshit. The NFL doesn't need anyone to show up, but you can be damn sure they will do all they can to prevent an empty section of a stadium to be shown during the broadcast.

It will be the number 2 sport in time. Perhaps it will be the number one sport in 40 or 50 years. Demographics is destiny and the two ethnic groups that are most loyal to soccer are either declining or stagnating. The U.S. has massive immigration from soccer loving nations.

 

[Motor.boater]

How can I disagree with this. I don't care how many kids are kicking soccer balls in USA, the excitement will go away for another 4 years just like the Olympics. Call me when ESPN 1,2,3,or 4 starts featuring figure skating or skiing on a regular basis.

The point that has been missed I think, is my rabid support for Belgium.

Belgium is overrated. They have more offensive weapons than the U.S. but are just as boring. Netherlands is far better of a team.

Belgium are emerging. That they have pulled themselves up from a third tier team for a long time, with a minimal history/impact in WC and Euros, to possibly being the best European team (If not now, in a year or two), is really exciting for me, as a neutral. Their style is insignificant to me. I don't expect them to win the WC. It'll be a hell of an effort if they do, because I'm not sure they'll get past Argentina. But I'll repeat, the point that has been missed I think, is my rabid support for Belgium

I also agree about the Netherlands, who've mainly been my favourite "overseas" team. Since I don't like the direction Australia is going, I wasn't too demoralised that they got over the top of us. I approve of the sign of support on the site heading.

 

[BioDefenseGrad]

The point that has been missed I think, is my rabid support for Belgium.



Belgium are emerging. That they have pulled themselves up from a third tier team for a long time, with a minimal history/impact in WC and Euros, to possibly being the best European team (If not now, in a year or two), is really exciting for me, as a neutral. Their style is insignificant to me. I don't expect them to win the WC. It'll be a hell of an effort if they do, because I'm not sure they'll get past Argentina. But I'll repeat, the point that has been missed I think, is my rabid support for Belgium

I also agree about the Netherlands, who've mainly been my favourite "overseas" team. Since I don't like the direction Australia is going, I wasn't too demoralised that they got over the top of us. I approve of the sign of support on the site heading.

Emerging doesn't make them a true contender. Belgium was in a much weaker group than the U.S. I won't be surprised if the U.S. is able to beat Belgium without penalty kicks.

I also think it's pathetic that European teams like Belgium and Italy rely on non-Europeans for their scoring. Hazard has been much hyped for Belgium but he has not been impressive.

 

[Shorty V]

Emerging doesn't make them a true contender. Belgium was in a much weaker group than the U.S. I won't be surprised if the U.S. is able to beat Belgium without penalty kicks.

I also think it's pathetic that European teams like Belgium and Italy rely on non-Europeans for their scoring. [....]

Pathetic. Ah.

It's just that there are some immigrants living in Europe, with European passports, you know.
(And some of them play good football/soccer.)

Of course such a situation is unimaginable in the U.S. of A.

About the chances of Belgium: I rated them very high before the tournament. This generation is very talented. So far the execution of their game has been unattractive, still they've won all 3 games. I think they can improve and I'm not sure if the same goes for team USA.

But, who knows? No matter in what sports, USA athletes will compete until the very end and never give up.

 

[Bloodshot Scott]

I get a negative rep for this?

Piss. Weak.

Come on Belgium!

We don't even have a quarter of the states active hardly at all in our hockey system and we are still a power in hockey. We could start hockey players from four states and still be a force, behind only Canada, Russia, Sweden. European football is just a matter of time. European football ranks probably fifth - maybe worse - on the hierarchy of American sports and we still are decent. lol

In the US, soccer will never be as big as the NFL. I don't know why the American media feeds this fire. I think part of the argument is to keep the NFL on people's minds. I do think the NFL will lose some of its popularity over the next few years. It has peaked. The Super Bowl will still draw big numbers but regular season numbers will drop a little. Soccer is not going to replace anything. It is carving its niche in the American sports market and doing a good job. As football, baseball and basketball games begin to take 4 hours to play, fans are going to be attracted to a 2-hour soccer match. Soccer-specific stadiums now being built in the US are in the 15,000 - 30000 seat range. The more intimate setting will create a better atmosphere. NFL is all about its image and the money. Fans like me, though in the minority, are finding other ways to spend our time and money. I refuse to pay for an NFL ticket. The last game I went to was miserable because it was steaming hot and there was so much down time for TV commercials. I paid to watch the game, why not cater to me, the fan in attendance? Oh yeah, that's right, my $80 is piddlyshit. The NFL doesn't need anyone to show up, but you can be damn sure they will do all they can to prevent an empty section of a stadium to be shown during the broadcast.

The NFL is in a big time decline and it will only deteriorate. The current class-action by former players is only the beginning. So many current and former players now say they won't even let their children play.

I also think it's pathetic that European teams like Belgium and Italy rely on non-Europeans for their scoring. Hazard has been much hyped for Belgium but he has not been impressive.

I agree 100 percent.