World Cup 2014 Super Thread copyright warning #1645

Ardillaun · 18-06-2014 02:39AM

Now it's the most goals at this stage since 1958 in Sweden.

18-06-2014 02:55AM

Missed the first 2 days more or less but what I've seen has been fun and a few good results. The results so far actually should make the next round of matches more exciting that expected.

MagicIRL · 18-06-2014 08:46AM

Ardillaun wrote: »

It's rash to claim to see trends this early, so here goes:

1. Tika-taka RIP? Have recent events discredited this style? Why are more teams not doing it or have they just incorporated some of it in a way I can't see? Given Germany's frightening form again this time, I think any coach should be reflecting on the match against Spain four years ago that put a stop to their gallop.

I don't think Tika-taka is dead, it's just been so dominant for so long that people were bound to figure out a counter to it eventually. I'm thinking we could see a Tika-taka V2 and we've got to remember that the Tika-taka style of play wills till beat 90% of teams with ease.

2. Goals from direct free kicks. Where are they?

It's the ball, Joe, the ball. Ah jaysis. In all seriousness though, Pirlo came pretty damn close. Perhaps also the increase in pjhysicality means less on-goal free kick attempts.

3. Let's get physical. I feel I'm almost watching the Premiership, such is the restraint of the refs whistle-wise in the face of contact. Good thing too.

Brazil v Mexico was a great display of physicality although it became very stop-start. I'm all for tackles, but yellow cards need to be shown when it's starting to really effect the game's smoothness. :cool:

4. Crosses. Are they better this time e.g. Ghana, Netherlands, or is this some sort of anti-nostalgia?

Nostalgia methinks.

Agent Coulson · 18-06-2014 05:13PM

I will say it again I love this World Cup

:D

Lucas Hood · 18-06-2014 06:00PM

Lots of rumours that Ronaldo is out for the rest of the tournament.

Dempsey · 18-06-2014 06:01PM

Lucas Hood wrote: »

Lots of rumours that Ronaldo is out for the rest of the tournament.

Ego couldnt handle not being able to peak at the World Cup :pac:

mike65 · 18-06-2014 06:04PM

For those who didn't see it Australia v Nederland was the best game at the world cup since France played West Germany 1982

Unsung Hero · 18-06-2014 06:07PM

Cracking tournament this year. Lots of goals and attacking football.

Nuri Sahin · 18-06-2014 06:42PM

Bento just answered in English a couple of questions about Ronaldo, but I couldn't fully make out what he was exactly said due to the Spanish translator (some Spanish channel) speaking over him :pac:

From earlier -

Nuri Sahin · 18-06-2014 06:43PM

BREAKING: "If Cristiano Ronaldo plays in this World Cup, the injury could end his career." - Portugal's doctor.

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18-06-2014 07:20PM

Nuri Sahin wrote: »

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They'll just have to play him in goal.

Ardillaun · 18-06-2014 07:37PM

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/worldcup2014/article-2660502/Vicente-del-Bosque-ready-ditch-tiki-taka-football-Spain-look-recover-shock-Holland-defeat-win-against-Chile.html

seligehgit · 18-06-2014 08:22PM

Seriously just how good are Chile, very impressive.

mike65 · 18-06-2014 09:17PM

Ardillaun wrote: »

It's rash to claim to see trends this early, so here goes:

1. Tika-taka RIP? Have recent events discredited this style? Why are more teams not doing it or have they just incorporated some of it in a way I can't see? Given Germany's frightening form again this time, I think any coach should be reflecting on the match against Spain four years ago that put a stop to their gallop.

2. Goals from direct free kicks. Where are they?

3. Let's get physical. I feel I'm almost watching the Premiership, such is the restraint of the refs whistle-wise in the face of contact. Good thing too.

4. Crosses. Are they better this time e.g. Ghana, Netherlands, or is this some sort of anti-nostalgia?

Agree with the above, tiki taka has been on the wan for a few years in truth. The new wave is quick transitions, counter attacking and taking more risks for the rewards.

I really like that FIFA seem to have issued guidelines to allow more tackling.

18-06-2014 09:18PM

Lovely Spain out, Argentina each way looking like a tasty bet, even if they got of to a win / poor performance.

In the words of Conner McGregor

50gs BABY!

astonaidan · 18-06-2014 10:04PM

Some serious amount of world class goals so far, for me Cahill or Robbens the best, but a great selection

DwightSchrute1 · 18-06-2014 10:33PM

Tonight has to be one of the most biggest upsets in World Cup history. I don't think anyone could have seen this coming and i think the tournament will be a lot poorer for it - Ossie Ardiles has finished with RTE

astonaidan · 18-06-2014 11:49PM

DwightSchrute1 wrote: »

Tonight has to be one of the most biggest upsets in World Cup history. I don't think anyone could have seen this coming and i think the tournament will be a lot poorer for it - Ossie Ardiles has finished with RTE

How do you know this for sure??

Muahahaha · 18-06-2014 11:53PM

Lads did FIFA ban music instruments in the stadiums at the WC ? I seem to remember the Dutch always had trumpeters and drummers playing away at Euro 2012 but nothing at the WC ? I didn't even hear any samba drumming at Braxils game so guessing FIFA had a hissy fit on fans adding to the atmosphere ? So e of the crowds feel very dead IMO.

Neeson · 19-06-2014 03:07AM

Muahahaha wrote: »

Lads did FIFA ban music instruments in the stadiums at the WC ? I seem to remember the Dutch always had trumpeters and drummers playing away at Euro 2012 but nothing at the WC ? I didn't even hear any samba drumming at Braxils game so guessing FIFA had a hissy fit on fans adding to the atmosphere ? So e of the crowds feel very dead IMO.

I think they did. That's why you won't hear the fat English band pump out the great escape tomorrow night. Although you do hear some of the Africans playing stuff so some must be sneaking in.

vidor · 19-06-2014 07:05AM

mike65 wrote: »

For those who didn't see it Australia v Nederland was the best game at the world cup since France played West Germany 1982

Italy v Germany semi-final in 06 > *

IK09 · 19-06-2014 08:14AM

M!Ck^ wrote: »

Lovely Spain out, Argentina each way looking like a tasty bet, even if they got of to a win / poor performance.

In the words of Conner McGregor

50gs BABY!

Hate to be a dick.............but it was 60 g's

Maximus Alexander · 19-06-2014 08:23AM

Can't get enough of this guy.

He looks exactly how I felt.

Kess73 · 19-06-2014 09:13AM

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Panthro · 19-06-2014 09:49AM

Apparently Ian Wright had to fly home because his family were held at knife point.
Jaysus.
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/worldcup2014/article-2662262/Ian-Wright-flies-home-Brazil-family-burgled-knifepoint-home.html

BoarHunter · 19-06-2014 10:03AM

mike65 wrote: »

Agree with the above, tiki taka has been on the wan for a few years in truth. The new wave is quick transitions, counter attacking and taking more risks for the rewards.

I really like that FIFA seem to have issued guidelines to allow more tackling.

I think you can tiki taka all you want. Without Xavi and Iniesta fit it's pointless IMO

Muahahaha · 19-06-2014 12:58PM

Neeson wrote: »

I think they did. That's why you won't hear the fat English band pump out the great escape tomorrow night. Although you do hear some of the Africans playing stuff so some must be sneaking in.

Yeah there has been a noticeable lack of music at the games. I always thought the bands who went to the games really added to the atmosphere. Also the English trumpeters who are often at their games were actually excellent at starting off chants by the English fans when at Wembley. It's even more important to have them at World Cups as the fans can be fragmented inside stadiums, the bands get the fans singing no matter where they are.

Some of the games have felt very flat in the crowds. I watched the Russia Korea game the other night and you could nearly hear a pin drop in the stadium it was that quiet. If FIFA allowed the local samba drummers into the stadiums at least that would add a bit of atmosphere and life to help cover over the dull games.

Iused2likebusts · 19-06-2014 05:30PM

Muahahaha wrote: »

Lads did FIFA ban music instruments in the stadiums at the WC ? I seem to remember the Dutch always had trumpeters and drummers playing away at Euro 2012 but nothing at the WC ? I didn't even hear any samba drumming at Braxils game so guessing FIFA had a hissy fit on fans adding to the atmosphere ? So e of the crowds feel very dead IMO.

I was at USA Ghana and the Ghana fans had drummers and we're non stop during the game. The USA fans about 20000 of them were class as well. It was as good an atmosphere as I've ever witnessed not sure how it came across on the TV. I'd imagine any games involving s American teams will be unreal as the ones I've come across are crazy.

Agent Coulson · 19-06-2014 08:55PM

Agent Coulson wrote: »

I will say it again I love this World Cup :D

I will say it again I love this World Cup

:D:D

Looper007 · 19-06-2014 09:43PM

Agent Coulson wrote: »

I will say it again I love this World Cup :D:D

Apart from Iran/Nigeria game which was a Stinker. The games have range from the ok to the brilliant ( Holland vs Spain/Australia, Italy/England). Best I've seen since I start watching it from 1990 onwards. We are getting goals and plenty of them plus the big players are turning up and performing apart from Spain of course.

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