December 1, 20223 yr 10:00 AM Eastern - Group F Fox VS. Fox Sports 1 VS. Rnk Country Pts GD GF GA 1. Croatia 4 3 4 1 2. Morocco 4 2 2 0 3. Belgium 3 -1 1 2 4. Canada 0 -4 1 5 Lots of permutations here Canada - out Belgium - win or draw and Morocco loses by 3 or 4 goals Morocco - Win or draw with Canada or Belgium loses Croatia - Win or draw or lose and Morocco must lose by the same number of goals or more 2:00 PM Eastern - Group E Fox VS. Fox Sports 1 VS. Rnk Country Pts GD GF GA 1. Spain 4 7 8 1 2. Japan 3 0 2 2 3. Costa Rica 3 -6 1 7 4. Germany 1 -1 2 3 This one is going to be interesting, everyone is still in play and in most cases an outright win would advance any team.
December 1, 20223 yr Glad this finally got posted so I can bring it to everyone’s attention that after 2 matches for every team, only one of the 31 that had to qualify remains without a point. And Morocco does have reason to play hard as I think they need a draw to ensure they advance and a win to have a chance to win the group.
December 1, 20223 yr 7 minutes ago, Pato del Muerto said: Glad this finally got posted so I can bring it to everyone’s attention that after 2 matches for every team, only one of the 31 that had to qualify remains without a point. And Morocco does have reason to play hard as I think they need a draw to ensure they advance and a win to have a chance to win the group. CAN is gimmicky and I think they're learning that that doesn't get you far in the WC. They also just aren't very good at most positions on the field. It's kind of crazy they finished 1st in WCQ. Side note - haven't seen a lot of "David > Pulisic" takes lately. Huh. Edited December 1, 20223 yr by ztejas
December 1, 20223 yr I hope these games are as compelling as the final games for Groups C and D. Especially the last 30 minutes.
December 1, 20223 yr Author I think Canada drops off big time after David and Davies. It's a little harsh to call them an MLS team, but they aren't far off after those two. I think in qualifying they had a great game plan, it worked to perfection and they "won" qualifying. But as many a CONCACAF team finds once you're in the World Cup, the competition is much stiffer. They also drew a tough group with their hardest games first. And that just ended up being a disaster for them.
December 1, 20223 yr Agree. Their style is great against the region and when it is cold as shit. Now in the dessert they are playing real teams who have a different style. Anyways, bye Canada, enjoy that December in Banff.
December 1, 20223 yr Author Oh I think Hersman’s coaching/schemes were top notch. They just maxed out what that “MLS roster” could do. They need more talent to compete at World Cup level.
December 1, 20223 yr Morocco isn't losing by 3 or 4 goals. Most likely they'll win today and advance. Spain and Germany are both through as long as they both win. Germany should have no problem with Costa Rica. They won't fuck up like they did in the South Korea game in 2018. Spain beats Japan by a goal.
December 1, 20223 yr 8 hours ago, Captain Ron said: I think Canada drops off big time after David and Davies. It's a little harsh to call them an MLS team, but they aren't far off after those two. I think in qualifying they had a great game plan, it worked to perfection and they "won" qualifying. But as many a CONCACAF team finds once you're in the World Cup, the competition is much stiffer. They also drew a tough group with their hardest games first. And that just ended up being a disaster for them. Yep just like USA drawing a tough group in 2006. 3 tough games: annihilated by 3 goals by Czech Republic, amazingly tied champion Italy 1-1, then lost to Ghana by a goal. USA bounced back and made it to the knockout stage in 2010. Canada will bounce back next WC. It was a learning experience for them, especially since they haven't been to a WC since 1986.
December 1, 20223 yr My mom has a fixation on where the refs are from in every match. They always have some grievance against Germany and will call a terrible game. It was really fun telling her about the reffing crew for this game against CR.
December 1, 20223 yr If there is anyone to have a grievance against it's those war-mongering Prussians. Fuck 'em if they can't take a joke.
December 1, 20223 yr I can’t imagine why a referee might have a grievance against Germany no matter where they are from.
December 1, 20223 yr 1 hour ago, Captain Ron said: Oh I think Hersman’s coaching/schemes were top notch. They just maxed out what that “MLS roster” could do. They need more talent to compete at World Cup level. They probably maxed it out in qualifying. I'm not sure they've maxed it out so far in the WC. Granted, if Davies doesn't flub a penalty they likely get a point against BEL.
December 1, 20223 yr I’ve got… Croatia ML +158 Morocco -.5 -120 Spain -1.5 +115 $50 to win $458 would’ve hit a 4 teamer on Tuesday had Netherlands 3rd goal not been overturned.
December 1, 20223 yr 2 minutes ago, ConferenceRoom said: That turn and control by Carrasco was sick. Indeed, it was Maradona-esque. But then de Bruyne meekly plays the ball out wide ... and then passes it straight to a defender when he gets it back. Dunno what's up with KdB but he doesn't seem himself. Although he just sent a nice thru-ball as I was typing this.
December 1, 20223 yr It's crazy because Belgium is the much more expensive side and higher ranked but I'd never take their XI over Croatia's - even though some of the Croat stars are getting up there in age.
December 1, 20223 yr What in holy fuck was that Mertens? KDB is gonna walk off the pitch and get on a flight home.
December 1, 20223 yr 1 hour ago, Pato del Muerto said: I can’t imagine why a referee might have a grievance against Germany no matter where they are from. The Germans like to continue the conspiracy theory that Hurst’s second in 1966 never crossed the line. When the Soviet linesman was asked by the German captain how he could rule it in, he replied, “Stalingrad.” Edited December 1, 20223 yr by Kringelbert Fishtybuns Linesman, not ref
December 1, 20223 yr Incredible ball in by Modric. Two things to look at here - potentially off and then the penalty.
December 1, 20223 yr Oh, Canada, heading out with a whimper. Big change. Looks legit though, offside. Edited December 1, 20223 yr by PittsburghTiger
December 1, 20223 yr Canada is a clown show in this cup, wtf happened to them? They gave up a goal to Morocco on an awful sequence ending with the keeper coming out and playing it straight to the Morrocan player who chipped it into the empty net.
December 1, 20223 yr I think that's the best call. Kramaric was off (though not active) on the free kick, and Carrasco did step on Kramaric's toe after Kramaric had passed the ball out of the box, but it would've been a super soft penalty, imo.
December 1, 20223 yr Just now, PittsburghTiger said: It’d be so cool if the NFL and NCAA could be that quick with a review. Truck commercials gotta have their time to shine, my guy.
December 1, 20223 yr The VAR technology for offside is amazing but I am more of a let it play when it’s that close
December 1, 20223 yr 1 minute ago, Braff Zacklin said: I think that's the best call. Kramaric was off (though not active) on the free kick, and Carrasco did step on Kramaric's toe after Kramaric had passed the ball out of the box, but it would've been a super soft penalty, imo. Yeah I thought the offsides stuff was questionable but the foul seemed very light.
December 1, 20223 yr Just now, Macklemore said: The VAR technology for offside is amazing but I am more of a let it play when it’s that close Tell that to two teams fighting to advance in the most important tournament in the world. If the letter of the law can be applied with technology, it should.
December 1, 20223 yr Just now, Macklemore said: The VAR technology for offside is amazing but I am more of a let it play when it’s that close I understand, but the whole point in using the technology is to take the "opinion" out of it. He's either on or off.
December 1, 20223 yr 2 minutes ago, ConferenceRoom said: Truck commercials gotta have their time to shine, my guy. Actually, I think it’s more that fucking annoying Fleetwood Mac/Chevy commercial. Just now, Macklemore said: Morocco dominating with another goal. Impressive
December 1, 20223 yr 6 minutes ago, Chips O'Toole said: Canada is a clown show in this cup, wtf happened to them? They gave up a goal to Morocco on an awful sequence ending with the keeper coming out and playing it straight to the Morrocan player who chipped it into the empty net. The RB is honestly who fucked it up. Obviously the keeper should have cleared it better but he got put in a really shitty spot. I'm not sure how they conceded so few in qualifying. Their back line is a trainwreck. Edited December 1, 20223 yr by ztejas
December 1, 20223 yr 1 minute ago, Macklemore said: Morocco dominating with another goal. Impressive Morocco has everything to play for, whereas the Canadians are only playing for pride ... and they apparently don't even have that.
December 1, 20223 yr 3 minutes ago, Cheeseweasel said: I understand, but the whole point in using the technology is to take the "opinion" out of it. He's either on or off. Yeah I hear you. It’s not an issue with the technology. It’s just conforming to the rule interpretation. It is what it is. Edited December 1, 20223 yr by Macklemore
December 1, 20223 yr 2 minutes ago, Macklemore said: Morocco dominating with another goal. Impressive Canadian keeper beaten easily near post, he looks terrible.
December 1, 20223 yr Morocco is going to be a tough out in the knockout. They definitely belong in Alexi’s top 10 list.
December 1, 20223 yr 3 minutes ago, Macklemore said: Yeah I hear you. It’s not an issue with the technology. It’s just conforming to the rule interpretation. It is what it is. Until the Russian ref "interprets" the rule differently than the technology shows.
December 1, 20223 yr 14 minutes ago, PittsburghTiger said: It’d be so cool if the NFL and NCAA could be that quick with a review. You said a mouthful.
December 1, 20223 yr 4 minutes ago, PittsburghTiger said: Belgium looks terrible, too Someone should tell them that they have to win today.
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