The World Cup discussion thread

[Stratford57]

Does anybody know where Belgium actually is?

I do. Can easily point any european country at the map without signs and can name every capital.

It's amazing, isn't it? Those Western people "know for sure" who keeps poisoning the people in Britain but can't find countries on the map! Even in Europe. And those "experts" have been trying to give their advices to Russia and to tell her what to do. I swear, Soros can be proud of his brilliant job of dumbing down Western population: ignorant people are just perfect material for all kinds of manipulations. And we all have been witnessing it.

 

[Tommy Tainant]

I think we saw the winners tonight.

England didn't play tonight, Tommy.

Thats the Dunkirk spirit coming through. Nevah giv in !!!
If they can get past the Croats do you think they have a chance ?

 

[Tommy Tainant]

Russia’s picturesque cities, warm people and delicious food made for a welcoming World Cup experience, BBC Sport pundit Chris Sutton tweeted in a heartfelt farewell to the tournament’s host country.

Even as the UK media howls about Russia – which has again been pre-emptively blamed for a curiously-timed “nerve agent” poisoning – Sutton expressed gratitude for the hospitality (and flattering haircut) he received while covering the World Cup. He even went so far as to note that the host nation had been unfairly maligned in the run-up to the tournament.

“Goodbye and thank you to Russia,” Sutton tweeted out on Sunday. “[Russia] portrayed negatively and unfairly before the World Cup.. we couldn’t have been made to feel more welcome!! Beautiful cities, friendly people, lovely food and world class barbers in Rostov.”

Dissuaded by factually dubious media reports of the horrors awaiting them should they brave a visit to Russia, many England fans chose against traveling to Russia to support their team. But the positive experiences of those who came out – not to mention England’s success on the pitch – has apparently debunked much of the slanted media coverage in the run-up to the event.

“Shiny happy people: England fans phone home from Russia with love,” The Guardian’s latest report on World Cup beams. The article highlights how one previously-deterred English fan had flown out to join his friends for the quarter-final, after being “persuaded by the positive reviews of those in Russia.” An English fan who spoke with the newspaper said he had “nothing but warm words for the host country and the reception they had received.”

Charmed: BBC Sport pundit tweets out farewell to ‘beautiful, friendly’ Russia

‘Expectations v reality’: England fans debunk fears of hostile Russian World Cup welcome (VIDEO)

It sounds idyllic.
LGBT+ Campaigner's Arrest Highlights Concerns For Gay Fans At Russia World Cup

Any protests while Cup is officially forbidden.
If he decided to violate the law why police was so soft to him?

Gays are not persecuted in Russia by law but they are strictly not welcome by society. So it is usual lie in the article.

Why are you able to ban protests ? That is not the mark of a civilised country. It is the act of a gangster state.

 

[Eugene]

Russia’s picturesque cities, warm people and delicious food made for a welcoming World Cup experience, BBC Sport pundit Chris Sutton tweeted in a heartfelt farewell to the tournament’s host country.

Even as the UK media howls about Russia – which has again been pre-emptively blamed for a curiously-timed “nerve agent” poisoning – Sutton expressed gratitude for the hospitality (and flattering haircut) he received while covering the World Cup. He even went so far as to note that the host nation had been unfairly maligned in the run-up to the tournament.

“Goodbye and thank you to Russia,” Sutton tweeted out on Sunday. “[Russia] portrayed negatively and unfairly before the World Cup.. we couldn’t have been made to feel more welcome!! Beautiful cities, friendly people, lovely food and world class barbers in Rostov.”

Dissuaded by factually dubious media reports of the horrors awaiting them should they brave a visit to Russia, many England fans chose against traveling to Russia to support their team. But the positive experiences of those who came out – not to mention England’s success on the pitch – has apparently debunked much of the slanted media coverage in the run-up to the event.

“Shiny happy people: England fans phone home from Russia with love,” The Guardian’s latest report on World Cup beams. The article highlights how one previously-deterred English fan had flown out to join his friends for the quarter-final, after being “persuaded by the positive reviews of those in Russia.” An English fan who spoke with the newspaper said he had “nothing but warm words for the host country and the reception they had received.”

Charmed: BBC Sport pundit tweets out farewell to ‘beautiful, friendly’ Russia

‘Expectations v reality’: England fans debunk fears of hostile Russian World Cup welcome (VIDEO)

It sounds idyllic.
LGBT+ Campaigner's Arrest Highlights Concerns For Gay Fans At Russia World Cup

Any protests while Cup is officially forbidden.
If he decided to violate the law why police was so soft to him?

Gays are not persecuted in Russia by law but they are strictly not welcome by society. So it is usual lie in the article.

Why are you able to ban protests ? That is not the mark of a civilised country. It is the act of a gangster state.

Actually all those protests are nonsense, far from freedom.
If something is wanted by society it will always find it's way out. But all those gay parades are not freedom!
If ass-tucker want to express their feelings loudly they violate my freedom of normal human being not to hear about those sick perversions...so we either violate their freedom or mine.
Smoking is forbidden in public places should we fight for smokers' human rights?

As for ban for protests at the Cup in Russia I fully agree. It allows football fest be a football fest not a stage for some freaks or crazy on political affairs idiots.
And we all see that decision was right - everything is fine now.
It reminds me Singapore with numerous restrictions and high fines... it allowed that territory to become the cleanest and safest in the world.

 

[frigidweirdo]

I think we saw the winners tonight.

England didn't play tonight, Tommy.

Thats the Dunkirk spirit coming through. Nevah giv in !!!
If they can get past the Croats do you think they have a chance ?

Well, you keep putting up the flag of the losing team, so it would seem you've predicted that England will win.

 

[Tilly]

I think we saw the winners tonight.

England didn't play tonight, Tommy.

Thats the Dunkirk spirit coming through. Nevah giv in !!!
If they can get past the Croats do you think they have a chance ?

Better chance than Wales!
Lol.

Are you going to wish England luck, Tammy?

 

[Tilly]

Russia’s picturesque cities, warm people and delicious food made for a welcoming World Cup experience, BBC Sport pundit Chris Sutton tweeted in a heartfelt farewell to the tournament’s host country.

Even as the UK media howls about Russia – which has again been pre-emptively blamed for a curiously-timed “nerve agent” poisoning – Sutton expressed gratitude for the hospitality (and flattering haircut) he received while covering the World Cup. He even went so far as to note that the host nation had been unfairly maligned in the run-up to the tournament.

“Goodbye and thank you to Russia,” Sutton tweeted out on Sunday. “[Russia] portrayed negatively and unfairly before the World Cup.. we couldn’t have been made to feel more welcome!! Beautiful cities, friendly people, lovely food and world class barbers in Rostov.”

Dissuaded by factually dubious media reports of the horrors awaiting them should they brave a visit to Russia, many England fans chose against traveling to Russia to support their team. But the positive experiences of those who came out – not to mention England’s success on the pitch – has apparently debunked much of the slanted media coverage in the run-up to the event.

“Shiny happy people: England fans phone home from Russia with love,” The Guardian’s latest report on World Cup beams. The article highlights how one previously-deterred English fan had flown out to join his friends for the quarter-final, after being “persuaded by the positive reviews of those in Russia.” An English fan who spoke with the newspaper said he had “nothing but warm words for the host country and the reception they had received.”

Charmed: BBC Sport pundit tweets out farewell to ‘beautiful, friendly’ Russia

‘Expectations v reality’: England fans debunk fears of hostile Russian World Cup welcome (VIDEO)

It sounds idyllic.
LGBT+ Campaigner's Arrest Highlights Concerns For Gay Fans At Russia World Cup

Any protests while Cup is officially forbidden.
If he decided to violate the law why police was so soft to him?

Gays are not persecuted in Russia by law but they are strictly not welcome by society. So it is usual lie in the article.

Why are you able to ban protests ? That is not the mark of a civilised country. It is the act of a gangster state.

There are HUGE numbers of visitors, including many children, in these cities. It is not the kind of environment in which to conduct demonstrations. It’s a security issue.
Not surprised you don’t get that though.

 

[Stratford57]

Croatian football fans expressed their gratitude for Russia's hospitality as World Cup host following Domagoj Vida's inflammatory remarks associated with anti-Russian Ukrainian nationalists and hateful language against Serbs.

Several hundred Croatian football fans brought a giant 'Sbasibo Rossiya!' ('Thank You Russia!') banner to central Moscow, just off Red Square. (video enclosed)
WATCH Croatia Fans Unfurl 'Thank You Russia' Banner Amid 'Glory to Ukraine' Spat

England manager Gareth Southgate:

“The way we’ve been received here has been fantastic,” Southgate said at a pre-match press conference at Luzhniki Stadium.

“Every city we’ve played in, and our base in particular, but everywhere we’ve played, we’ve had a really warm welcome, the organization of the tournament has been absolutely first-class.”

Southgate also said he had not bought into much of the scaremongering about Russia peddled by sections of the UK press ahead of the tournament.
‘There were stories I knew wouldn’t be true’ – England boss Southgate on World Cup hosts Russia

 

[Preacher]

GOALLLLLL!!!! Croatia the ONLY truly European team left ties the multicult team of England!

 

[Preacher]

GOALLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLL! Croatia takes the lead! 2-1!

 

[Eugene]

England is a no spirit team

Started to eat time in the beginning of the 2nd half... did nothing in attack and couldn't make themselves move in the end of the match.

Hrvats deserved that win but hope they won't win France.
I am sure french guys score at least 3 goals in final game.

 

[Tilly]

Well, England threw it away

But congrats on getting to the semi’s, and congrats to Croatia.

I think it will be a good final on Sunday.

 

[Eugene]

Your League is second rate

Russian League is rated higher than Portuguese, Belgian, Danish, Croatian and is in the 6th place in Europe.
You wish to call it 'second rate'? Ok, but it is not true, it's just your denial to confess the real situation
Member associations - UEFA rankings - Country coefficients – UEFA.com

None of those Leagues are anything but feeders.

England,Germany,Spain and Italy are the big players with maybe France on the periphery.Russia has the financial muscle and the population to be alongside them but isnt. Maybe the World Cup will inspire the youngsters to play the game. The more that kids play the better the game will become.

'Big players' from England has shown less than 'feeders' players' from Russia playing against Croatia.
Scenario was similar - scored first, got 1 goal to own net, game went to add time, got one more...but Russians started run and play with all their heart and spirit while 'top-class' English simply got upset and stopped.
Comparing those 2 games Russia deserved bronze-match more. Though I do confess English players are more skilled.
I've realized why England cannot get Cup for so long while being strong team - a problem is in their minds. Talk too much brave words and cannot hold a blow.

 

[james bond]

I've been following the action on Twitter, too. Here's how England fan and model Lucy Vixen shows her support. Too bad they lost.

NSFW WARNING!!! NSFW WARNING!!! NSFW WARNING!!!
American Power: Lucy Vixen Supports Team England by Bodypainting

 

[Tommy Tainant]

Your League is second rate

Russian League is rated higher than Portuguese, Belgian, Danish, Croatian and is in the 6th place in Europe.
You wish to call it 'second rate'? Ok, but it is not true, it's just your denial to confess the real situation
Member associations - UEFA rankings - Country coefficients – UEFA.com

None of those Leagues are anything but feeders.

England,Germany,Spain and Italy are the big players with maybe France on the periphery.Russia has the financial muscle and the population to be alongside them but isnt. Maybe the World Cup will inspire the youngsters to play the game. The more that kids play the better the game will become.

'Big players' from England has shown less than 'feeders' players' from Russia playing against Croatia.
Scenario was similar - scored first, got 1 goal to own net, game went to add time, got one more...but Russians started run and play with all their heart and spirit while 'top-class' English simply got upset and stopped.
Comparing those 2 games Russia deserved bronze-match more. Though I do confess English players are more skilled.
I've realized why England cannot get Cup for so long while being strong team - a problem is in their minds. Talk too much brave words and cannot hold a blow.

Have you ever played the game ? England would piss on Russia like Wales did. At least the Russian players can go home and beat their wives legally. That would be a comfort to them.

 

[Eugene]

Your League is second rate

Russian League is rated higher than Portuguese, Belgian, Danish, Croatian and is in the 6th place in Europe.
You wish to call it 'second rate'? Ok, but it is not true, it's just your denial to confess the real situation
Member associations - UEFA rankings - Country coefficients – UEFA.com

None of those Leagues are anything but feeders.

England,Germany,Spain and Italy are the big players with maybe France on the periphery.Russia has the financial muscle and the population to be alongside them but isnt. Maybe the World Cup will inspire the youngsters to play the game. The more that kids play the better the game will become.

'Big players' from England has shown less than 'feeders' players' from Russia playing against Croatia.
Scenario was similar - scored first, got 1 goal to own net, game went to add time, got one more...but Russians started run and play with all their heart and spirit while 'top-class' English simply got upset and stopped.
Comparing those 2 games Russia deserved bronze-match more. Though I do confess English players are more skilled.
I've realized why England cannot get Cup for so long while being strong team - a problem is in their minds. Talk too much brave words and cannot hold a blow.

Have you ever played the game ? England would piss on Russia like Wales did. At least the Russian players can go home and beat their wives legally. That would be a comfort to them.

One more example proving that Brits cannot lose like men...just crying.
Fact is Russia was much closer to win Hrvats than England was. Fact is Russians played better though they are less skilled while englishmen began crying at 105th minute of the game.

Wales...your Wales won absolutely another team! Only 2 players are the same, another coach.
Let's remind wales' lost when Evseev scored the only goal and left you out of Cup.
We also had 1-7 from Portugal 10 years ago and victory over England 2-1 8 years ago...and what? It is a game! Today you win, tomorrow you lose..

Talking to you is very unpleasant...sorry, I won't further

 

[CrusaderFrank]

Well, England threw it away

But congrats on getting to the semi’s, and congrats to Croatia.

I think it will be a good final on Sunday.

Croatia v. France, er, just as I predicted at the start. Wow

Started without USA, Italy or the Dutch, so of course its Croatia v France

 

[Eugene]

Russian players can go home and beat their wives legally. That would be a comfort to them.

You're the slave of stereotypes created by lying western media.
Women in Russia have more rights than in the USA.

 

[Tommy Tainant]

Russian players can go home and beat their wives legally. That would be a comfort to them.

You're the slave of stereotypes created by lying western media.
Women in Russia have more rights than in the USA.

Statistically one of the Russian players will be Gay. Which one do you think it is ?

 

[Stratford57]

Russian players can go home and beat their wives legally. That would be a comfort to them.

You're the slave of stereotypes created by lying western media.
Women in Russia have more rights than in the USA.

Statistically one of the Russian players will be Gay. Which one do you think it is ?

It can only be a player who was not born in Russia. But only theoretically.