Davefevs Posted November 27, 2022 Share Posted November 27, 2022 Much as i wanted England to press for a goal / winner v USA on Friday night, we are now totally in control of our group and virtually assured of a place in the last 16. Before Germany got an equaliser, I was already rueing Japan not accepting their 0-0, having 4 points and being in a great position if Spain beat Germany, Germany would be out. But as it is, their 3 points, meant even a German defeat tonight meant that Costa Rica, Japan and Germany could all end up on 3 points, and then goal difference, etc might come into it. The German equaliser has thrown that all in doubt. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Popodopolous Posted November 27, 2022 Share Posted November 27, 2022 (edited) Yes, if you don't win a game, then always endeavour to make sure that you don't lose it. Sometimes caution can pay- this group looks quite open btw, I doubt Costa Rica will collapse again like v Spain and should have a bit more joy v Germany than 0 shots..they used to be a relatively positive intent side in the past. Surely would fancy Spain to avoid defeat to Japan at worst and Germany to best Costa Rica but in this tournament plus the pressure of one off games?? Wheras for us the equation is simple. Beat Wales and the group is won. Someone I chat football with on WhatsApp tipped this to be a particularly tricky group to call just before the tournament. I had my doubts but looking that way isn't it. Edited November 27, 2022 by Mr Popodopolous Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Major Isewater Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 10 hours ago, BigTone said: Missed that as well as the dog wanted back in !! The dog is boycotting this WC. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigTone Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 1 minute ago, Major Isewater said: The dog is boycotting this WC. Yes, but he's keeping the Pansies watered Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
italian dave Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 10 hours ago, Mr Popodopolous said: Rene Artois depending on when perhaps another good one. And with Herr Flick on the other bench! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southside Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 13 hours ago, BigTone said: Bloody missed that as the dog wanted to go out Pub, cinema, a bit of shopping? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wanderingred Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 Bit of a random anecdote here. I’m watching the World Cup from a hotel room in China. I thought there was something weird about the Chinese coverage… something about the camera angle, and the editing, But couldn’t quite put my finger on it… now it’s just clicked…. they are trying to avoid shots of the crowd because they aren’t wearing masks! Whenever there’s a goal scored, the camera view changes to an overhead view of the pitch from far out, as not to capture the hoards of celebrating maskless reprobates. There also seems to be a 30 second delay from the live feed. This country is so wack. 1 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Posted November 28, 2022 Author Share Posted November 28, 2022 Well worked corner Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigTone Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 (edited) 1 hour ago, southside said: Pub, cinema, a bit of shopping? He would given half a chance Edited November 28, 2022 by BigTone 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonyTonyTony Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 56 minutes ago, Wanderingred said: Bit of a random anecdote here. I’m watching the World Cup from a hotel room in China. I thought there was something weird about the Chinese coverage… something about the camera angle, and the editing, But couldn’t quite put my finger on it… now it’s just clicked…. they are trying to avoid shots of the crowd because they aren’t wearing masks! Whenever there’s a goal scored, the camera view changes to an overhead view of the pitch from far out, as not to capture the hoards of celebrating maskless reprobates. There also seems to be a 30 second delay from the live feed. This country is so wack. Like this? 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Posted November 28, 2022 Author Share Posted November 28, 2022 What a finish! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Posted November 28, 2022 Author Share Posted November 28, 2022 What a game! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wanderingred Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 12 minutes ago, TonyTonyTony said: Like this? Haha yes. The mass demonstrations here have been fueled by the World Cup, as local people can see that they are the only country in the world still living under brutal Covid restrictions. Another reason why football is the best game in the world! Anyway, great to see a game with lots of goals in it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedHienz Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 1 hour ago, Wanderingred said: Bit of a random anecdote here. I’m watching the World Cup from a hotel room in China. I thought there was something weird about the Chinese coverage… something about the camera angle, and the editing, But couldn’t quite put my finger on it… now it’s just clicked…. they are trying to avoid shots of the crowd because they aren’t wearing masks! Whenever there’s a goal scored, the camera view changes to an overhead view of the pitch from far out, as not to capture the hoards of celebrating maskless reprobates. There also seems to be a 30 second delay from the live feed. This country is so wack. Knock at the door incoming 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AberRed Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 Glad I've got this game on in the office. Shame I'm not getting a lot of work done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
downendcity Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 2 minutes ago, RedHienz said: Knock at the door incoming Chinese takeaway? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Never to the dark side Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 https://news.sky.com/story/riots-erupt-in-brussels-after-morocco-pull-off-world-cup-upset-beating-belgium-12756774 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robbored Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 1 minute ago, Never to the dark side said: https://news.sky.com/story/riots-erupt-in-brussels-after-morocco-pull-off-world-cup-upset-beating-belgium-12756774 Wow! That’s a surprising reaction. Looks as if Martinez will be out of job pretty soon. His post match interview exposed him as fraud imo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robbored Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 Cameroon are really good value in the WC, anyone remember Roger Milla? and England beating them in extra time? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Open End Numb Legs Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 These entertaining 3-3 games are not helping with the decorating I am supposed to be doing. Cue jokes about better than watching paint dry... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Posted November 28, 2022 Author Share Posted November 28, 2022 1 minute ago, Open End Numb Legs said: These entertaining 3-3 games are not helping with the decorating I am supposed to be doing. Cue jokes about better than watching paint dry... Should have done it last friday evening! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Open End Numb Legs Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 2 minutes ago, Super said: Should have done it last friday evening! Yep indeed. In other news I have my flu jab booked for during the Eng v Wales game so it is now guaranteed to be a thriller. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AberRed Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 Antoine on the bench again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robbored Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 14 minutes ago, Open End Numb Legs said: Yep indeed. In other news I have my flu jab booked for during the Eng v Wales game so it is now guaranteed to be a thriller. Turn up way early and they’ll fit you in. That’s what I did for my covid and flu jab that was booked at 4pm when City played Watford. The receptionist just said to tell them that I was booked in later that day. No problem at all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarcusX Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 I see Klinsmann is getting torn apart for his comments about Iranian "culture" of gamesmanship. He made very similar points as the post about "latinos" on here - also said they wouldn't have got away with it with a european ref. In fairness, I assumed he meant footballing culture and not sure it was meant about Iran as a "culture" outside of football - although he's hardly one to speak about sportsmanship, cheating, conning refs. Not sure you can tarnish all people from one particular country like that though. Not all Germans cheat and dive like Mr Klinsmann did. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Open End Numb Legs Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 26 minutes ago, Robbored said: Turn up way early and they’ll fit you in. That’s what I did for my covid and flu jab that was booked at 4pm when City played Watford. The receptionist just said to tell them that I was booked in later that day. No problem at all. Thanks, I might try that. Perhaps England will do that too, turn up. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex_BCFC Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 33 minutes ago, AberRed said: Antoine on the bench again. I’m at game hoping for a glimpse after seeing Fammy score 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
W-S-M Seagull Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 Jonathan Pearce is commentator. Expect us and Semenyo to get plenty of mentions. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex_BCFC Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 1 hour ago, Robbored said: Cameroon are really good value in the WC, anyone remember Roger Milla? and England beating them in extra time? No one 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red DNA Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 10 minutes ago, Alex_BCFC said: No one I do! Mills doing the little dance near the corner flag. Bit sad you feel the need to respond to the poster in that manner, you wouldn’t do it to other posters.. . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigTone Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 1 hour ago, Open End Numb Legs said: These entertaining 3-3 games are not helping with the decorating I am supposed to be doing. Cue jokes about better than watching paint dry... Do you get all emulsional ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExiledAjax Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 Haha. Cheeky free kick move there. Chaos in the box. Ghana! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronnie Sinclair Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 2-0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExiledAjax Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 2-0 up. Surely no harm in giving Semenyo the 2nd half? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robbored Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 35 minutes ago, Alex_BCFC said: No one Must be before your time Alex. it was 1990. Milla would celebrate a goal by dancing around the corner flag. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frenchred Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 16 hours ago, MarcusX said: Semenyo-esque finish, pure power Although the Germans was on target! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Port Said Red Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 Looking like Ghana may progress from their group. $40,000 a day for Semenyo you say? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheltons Army Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 Antoine will come on ....and score his first WC Goal Pile on Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExiledAjax Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 13 minutes ago, Port Said Red said: Looking like Ghana may progress from their group. $40,000 a day for Semenyo you say? *US$10,000 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Port Said Red Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 8 minutes ago, ExiledAjax said: *US$10,000 I thought that was for players we developed but had moved to other clubs. I thought either @Mr Popodopolous or @Davefevs said it was $40000 for our own player? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExiledAjax Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 (edited) 6 minutes ago, Port Said Red said: I thought that was for players we developed but had moved to other clubs. I thought either @Mr Popodopolous or @Davefevs said it was $40000 for our own player? FIFA's Club Benefits Programme pays a flat US$10,000(ish) per day, per player. That sum is then split pro rata between all clubs the player has been at over the last 2 years. Edited November 28, 2022 by ExiledAjax 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Posted November 28, 2022 Author Share Posted November 28, 2022 Game on Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExiledAjax Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 Better get Semenyo on now to make sure he's got time to score a hat-trick to secure this win. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Posted November 28, 2022 Author Share Posted November 28, 2022 2-2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Port Said Red Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 1 minute ago, ExiledAjax said: Better get Semenyo on now to make sure he's got time to score a hat-trick to secure this win. Oh dear, it's all gone Pete Tong. That's a brave header. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigTone Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 35 minutes ago, Port Said Red said: Looking like Ghana may progress from their group. $40,000 a day for Semenyo you say? Not so sure now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
W-S-M Seagull Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 1 minute ago, Port Said Red said: Oh dear, it's all gone Pete Tong. That's a brave header. Stage is set for a Semenyo winner... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 Reading some stuff, $180k minimum for group stages, $220k for last 16, up to $370k for final. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Posted November 28, 2022 Author Share Posted November 28, 2022 Yes Ghana Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 3-2….no longer Desmond Tutu…bring on Semenyo now to hold the lead! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Port Said Red Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 5 minutes ago, BigTone said: Not so sure now Back in front now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Posted November 28, 2022 Author Share Posted November 28, 2022 Best day of the WC so far. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Port Said Red Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 Just now, Davefevs said: 3-2….no longer Desmond Tutu…bring on Semenyo now to hold the lead! I am sure he would be more dynamic than Jordan Ayew, he looks like he is running through treacle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Open End Numb Legs Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 Come on, how can I get a good paint finish with all these goals going in today? I grew up watching world cup buses being parked, you were lucky to see a goal a game. I need to water down the paint to stop it drying on the roller whilst seeing the replays. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 1 minute ago, Open End Numb Legs said: Come on, how can I get a good paint finish with all these goals going in today? I grew up watching world cup buses being parked, you were lucky to see a goal a game. I need to water down the paint to stop it drying on the roller whilst seeing the replays. Is it taking the gloss off your DIY? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExiledAjax Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 (edited) 13 minutes ago, Davefevs said: Reading some stuff, $180k minimum for group stages, $220k for last 16, up to $370k for final. Yeh, that's the approximate totals per stage per player from FIFA. @Port Said Red I think I previously posted that we'd get roughly an extra US$40,000 per knockout stage that Ghana reach. Roughly speaking it's about US$180,000 for the group stage, US$220,000 for last 16, US$260,000 for QF, US$300,000 for SF, and then US$350-370,000 for Final. We are also getting about 25% of each of these amounts for each stage that Diedhiou reaches with Senegal. All might vary slightly depending on the exact day each round is played. Edited November 28, 2022 by ExiledAjax 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Posted November 28, 2022 Author Share Posted November 28, 2022 Doesn't look like he'll get on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Open End Numb Legs Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 2 minutes ago, Davefevs said: Is it taking the gloss off your DIY? It would be easier to paper over the cracks of Southgate's selections... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Port Said Red Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 3 minutes ago, ExiledAjax said: Yeh, that's the approximate totals per stage per player from FIFA. @Port Said Red I think I previously posted that we'd get roughly an extra US$40,000 per knockout stage that Ghana reach. Roughly speaking it's about US$180,000 for the group stage, US$220,00 for last 16, US$260,000 for QF, US$300,000 for SF, and then US$350-370,000 for Final. We are also getting about 25% of each of these amounts for each stage that Diedhiou reaches with Senegal. All might vary slightly depending on the exact day each round is played. How do we get money for Fam? He was a free agent when he left wasn't he? What about Joe Morrell as well? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
downendcity Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 10 minutes ago, Super said: Best day of the WC so far. Following FIFA directive to all teams that boring games are no longer allowed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExiledAjax Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 Just now, Port Said Red said: How do we get money for Fam? He was a free agent when he left wasn't he? What about Joe Morrell as well? It's paid for any time that a player is registered with a club in the 2 years prior to the tournament. Fam left roughly 18 months ago. It's irrelevant how he left. Morrell left more than 2 years ago so nothing for him. Wollacott I'm not sure of. He's out in Qatar with Ghana, but I don't think he's an official squad member. So it's unclear whether we get the money for him as well. He left the club in summer 2021, same as Fam. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
downendcity Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 You just know that JP is busting to use the script he's prepared for Semenyo coming in 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Open End Numb Legs Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 2 minutes ago, downendcity said: You just know that JP is busting to use the script he's prepared for Semenyo coming in He might have to resort to talking about who the coach could bring on. Great colours in the crowd, players running with the ball rather than passing it backwards. A spectacle. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Posted November 28, 2022 Author Share Posted November 28, 2022 10 mins added Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
W-S-M Seagull Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 9 minutes ago, downendcity said: Following FIFA directive to all teams that boring games are no longer allowed. I think the fact its a winter world cup has really helped the games. Players are at the peak of their fitness rather than being tired after a long season. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Posted November 28, 2022 Author Share Posted November 28, 2022 Just now, W-S-M Seagull said: I think the fact its a winter world cup has really helped the games. Players are at the peak of their fitness rather than being tired after a long season. Thought England looked knackered the other night! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EstoniaTallinnRed Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 Just now, Super said: Thought England looked knackered the other night! England look knackered every game! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Posted November 28, 2022 Author Share Posted November 28, 2022 Ghana holding on just about! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Open End Numb Legs Posted November 28, 2022 Share Posted November 28, 2022 Very enjoyable watch, everyone giving 100%, no South American diving and time wasting. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Posted November 28, 2022 Author Share Posted November 28, 2022 They have defended superbly since they scored. FT well done Ghana Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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