World Cup Russia 2018 - Page 8

*newfan* · 07-07-2018, 02:52 PM

Awh that was close too. I was hoping Russia would get that game but not unhappy for Croatia to get it either.

*Vicky82* · 07-07-2018, 02:59 PM

So England vs Croatia is next.

Probably be a tricky game for England. England has faced them only 7 times, Won 4, Lost 2, Drew 1. England last played against them in 2009 in World cup, Euro Qualifying round, England beat them 5-1.

*Original TMNT Cartoon Fan* · 07-07-2018, 03:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Vicky82

Yes England in the semi finals

First time since right before season 4 of the original TMNT series.

~~Sumac~~ · 07-08-2018, 06:08 AM

England started shaky, but after goal they has become a force to be reckoned with and then just annihilated Sweden, which was parking bus for the most game.

Russia and Croatia was surprisingly fun and rather equal game. Russians went all out and Croatia seemingly didn't want to go all out out of fear for counter attacks, but in the end they were objectively a better team. I hope Russians will take this lesson and on the next tournament will be better prepared and utilize this experience and knowledge

*newfan* · 07-08-2018, 09:35 AM

So who can people see winning the France V Belgium game? equally matched?

*Original TMNT Cartoon Fan* · 07-08-2018, 09:39 AM

Croatia can't beat teams like Denmark or Russia in ordinary time, so defeating England will not be an easy game for them.

I think France will beat Belgium if Antoine Griezmann is in good form.

~~Sumac~~ · 07-08-2018, 11:01 AM

France so far looks like an unstoppable juggernaut.

Klunk1234 · 07-09-2018, 10:35 AM

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Originally Posted by newfan

Awh that was close too. I was hoping Russia would get that game but not unhappy for Croatia to get it either.

True. That intense match was for either one of them. Russia did a great World Cup. And for Croatia I wish them the best.

About France and Belgium that will be a great match.

*newfan* · 07-10-2018, 01:59 PM

So 20 years later and France looks to win it again.

Klunk1234 · 07-10-2018, 02:01 PM

France defeated Belgium 1-0. They will be playing their first final after 20 years. Like you said Newfan.

Let's see who pass in the other semifinal: England or Croatia.

Klunk1234 · 07-10-2018, 02:05 PM

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Originally Posted by newfan

So 20 years later and France looks to win it again.

Yes. They could score more goals, but France win 1-0 to Belgium.

*newfan* · 07-10-2018, 02:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Klunk1234

France defeated Belgium 1-0. They will be playing their first final after 20 years. Like you said Newfan.

Let's see who pass in the other semifinal: England or Croatia.

Obviously I'm not routing for Croatia but I'm not sure who is playing better or worse out of the 2. Neither will beat France but the chance to be in final would still be nice

*Original TMNT Cartoon Fan* · 07-10-2018, 02:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Klunk1234

France defeated Belgium 1-0. They will be playing their first final after 20 years. Like you said Newfan.

France also played the final in 2006, losing the game to Italy following a penalty shootout.

*FredWolfLeonardo* · 07-10-2018, 02:57 PM

Noooo I was rooting for Belgium

I'm happy with either England or Croatia winning, just as long as France is knocked out.

*newfan* · 07-11-2018, 01:51 PM

awhh, they couldn't hold off that one goal, we aren't playing well enough to score another, not sure I want to watch extra time....

Edit: Well Sunday is less interesting no (for England supporters), even though I see France winning anyway.

*Vicky82* · 07-11-2018, 02:42 PM

Oh well, England lost but did really well by getting further in this competition in 28 years. Well Done England

England got to play Belgium again on Saturday, hopefully they can get 3rd place.

Would like to see Croatia beat France in the final because they are the underdogs.

Hopefully England can do well at Euro 2020, the Semi finals and Finals are at Wembley.

Klunk1234 · 07-11-2018, 03:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Original TMNT Cartoon Fan

France also played the final in 2006, losing the game to Italy following a penalty shootout.

Yes, I forgot about that. The infamous Zizou headbutt against Materazzi.

*Original TMNT Cartoon Fan* · 07-11-2018, 04:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Klunk1234

Yes, I forgot about that. The infamous Zizou headbutt against Materazzi.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zAjWi663kXc

Klunk1234 · 07-11-2018, 06:20 PM

Croatia beat 2-1 to England. What a surprise!

Everybody was expecting France would face England. Croatia fought until the end. They don't give up.

*FredWolfLeonardo* · 07-11-2018, 08:02 PM

Looks like Football isn't coming home

Neverthless, I liked both teams so I'm happy Croatia won. Now they have to beat France.

07-07-2018, 02:52 PM	#141
newfan Mad Scientist Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: UK Posts: 2,393	Awh that was close too. I was hoping Russia would get that game but not unhappy for Croatia to get it either. Last edited by newfan; 07-07-2018 at 04:13 PM.

07-07-2018, 02:59 PM	#142
Vicky82 Emperor Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Dunstable, UK Posts: 5,775	So England vs Croatia is next. Probably be a tricky game for England. England has faced them only 7 times, Won 4, Lost 2, Drew 1. England last played against them in 2009 in World cup, Euro Qualifying round, England beat them 5-1. __________________ My heart!!!! One of my favourite moments.

07-08-2018, 09:39 AM	#146
Original TMNT Cartoon Fan Overlord Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Sweden Posts: 10,155	Croatia can't beat teams like Denmark or Russia in ordinary time, so defeating England will not be an easy game for them. I think France will beat Belgium if Antoine Griezmann is in good form. Last edited by Original TMNT Cartoon Fan; 07-08-2018 at 09:59 AM.

07-11-2018, 01:51 PM	#155
newfan Mad Scientist Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: UK Posts: 2,393	awhh, they couldn't hold off that one goal, we aren't playing well enough to score another, not sure I want to watch extra time.... Edit: Well Sunday is less interesting no (for England supporters), even though I see France winning anyway. Last edited by newfan; 07-11-2018 at 02:48 PM.

07-11-2018, 02:42 PM	#156
Vicky82 Emperor Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Dunstable, UK Posts: 5,775	Oh well, England lost but did really well by getting further in this competition in 28 years. Well Done England England got to play Belgium again on Saturday, hopefully they can get 3rd place. Would like to see Croatia beat France in the final because they are the underdogs. Hopefully England can do well at Euro 2020, the Semi finals and Finals are at Wembley. __________________ My heart!!!! One of my favourite moments. Last edited by Vicky82; 07-11-2018 at 03:18 PM.

07-08-2018, 06:08 AM	#144
~~Sumac~~ Banned Join Date: Mar 2012 Posts: 6,129	England started shaky, but after goal they has become a force to be reckoned with and then just annihilated Sweden, which was parking bus for the most game. Russia and Croatia was surprisingly fun and rather equal game. Russians went all out and Croatia seemingly didn't want to go all out out of fear for counter attacks, but in the end they were objectively a better team. I hope Russians will take this lesson and on the next tournament will be better prepared and utilize this experience and knowledge

07-08-2018, 09:35 AM	#145
newfan Mad Scientist Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: UK Posts: 2,393	So who can people see winning the France V Belgium game? equally matched?

07-08-2018, 11:01 AM	#147
~~Sumac~~ Banned Join Date: Mar 2012 Posts: 6,129	France so far looks like an unstoppable juggernaut.

07-10-2018, 01:59 PM	#149
newfan Mad Scientist Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: UK Posts: 2,393	So 20 years later and France looks to win it again.

07-10-2018, 02:01 PM	#150
Klunk1234 Hench Mutant Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: With the TMNT Posts: 462	France defeated Belgium 1-0. They will be playing their first final after 20 years. Like you said Newfan. Let's see who pass in the other semifinal: England or Croatia.

07-11-2018, 06:20 PM	#159
Klunk1234 Hench Mutant Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: With the TMNT Posts: 462	Croatia beat 2-1 to England. What a surprise! Everybody was expecting France would face England. Croatia fought until the end. They don't give up.