Euro: Group A: ITA vs. WAL, TUR vs. SUI, 6/20/2021

[GKJ]

I still get PTSD for Ballack’s yellow that kept him out of the 2002 Finals.

What stupid rules they were

 

[Pouchkine]

I remember when Turkey was in the freaken semi final in the 2002 World Cup.

Galatasaray won UEFA CUP 2000, Turkey made the 1/4 Euro 2000 and 1/2 World Cup 2002, they had a great team, now they are slow and mediocre.

 

[Live in the Now]

These games helped set us up for a strong potential of Portugal playing Netherlands in the round of 16. Some of us will remember the last time that happened....

 

[Duchene2MacKinnon]

These games helped set us up for a strong potential of Portugal playing Netherlands in the round of 16. Some of us will remember the last time that happened....

Goat game

 

[Pouchkine]

These games helped set us up for a strong potential of Portugal playing Netherlands in the round of 16. Some of us will remember the last time that happened....

If France beats Portugal they are probably out no?

 

[Live in the Now]

If France beats Portugal they are probably out no?

I don't think so. Of course the reason I think this is because I think Group B and Group E will have a third place team with 3 points and worse GD. Portugal would also have the most goals scored of any third place team with 3 points. But obviously if they don't that changes things. Right now anyway the biggest possibilities for the Netherlands are Portugal (50%), Spain (30%), and Croatia (20%) in that order. I could be wrong though.

 

[BritainStix]

Clear red according to the rules. Most of you have no idea about the rules and probably never played either.

Very dangerous and unnecessary tackle.

Lol listen to this pro. I play and would bet comfortably that it's a higher level than you have.

Thats a very harsh red. It wasn't recklass, it wasn't dangerous and it wasn't malicious. He was beaten to the ball by quicker feet in the middle of the field and has made contact on the laces of the foot.

Chuffed for the lads. It's such a huge achievement for this Welsh team to even qualify. Now we are in the last 16 with a great chance.

Just wish Bale would sort himself out. He's been awful in each game so far.

 

[buddahsmoka1]

Just wish Bale would sort himself out. He's been awful in each game so far.

He was not awful against Turkey. Played well actually.

 

[member 305909]

Switzerland definitely goes through. Wales as a runner-up can expect the softest possible opponent from group B.

 

[buddahsmoka1]

Switzerland definitely goes through. Wales as a runner-up can expect the softest possible opponent from group B.

I think Russia can beat Wales.

 

[luiginb]

Verratti masterclass. How do you guys think Italy's midfield will look like going forward?

 

[BritainStix]

He was not awful against Turkey. Played well actually.

He had two standout moments, but that was a performance half as good as the player he was 2 years ago would have produced. He isn't sprinting with the ball which makes me think he's carrying a knock.

He also missed a penalty.

 

[gary69]

These games helped set us up for a strong potential of Portugal playing Netherlands in the round of 16. Some of us will remember the last time that happened....

C.Ronaldo and Stekelenburg are still left from those squads.

 

[buddahsmoka1]

Verratti masterclass. How do you guys think Italy's midfield will look like going forward?

Probably go with four: Jorginho, Verratti, Locatelli, and Barella. Hard to say though.

 

[buddahsmoka1]

He had two standout moments, but that was a performance half as good as the player he was 2 years ago would have produced. He isn't sprinting with the ball which makes me think he's carrying a knock.

He also missed a penalty.

I agree that he is not in top form. But I think awful all three games is a little harsh. Bad miss today though; he would normally bury that.

 

[Moncherry]

These games helped set us up for a strong potential of Portugal playing Netherlands in the round of 16. Some of us will remember the last time that happened....

Would gladly take that match-up right now.

 

[TheMoreYouKnow]

Switzerland definitely goes through. Wales as a runner-up can expect the softest possible opponent from group B.

If

Ukraine draws Austria and
Croatia beats Scotland and
Poland beats Sweden and
Portugal beats/ties France (unless Hungary beats Germany by less than two goals as well)

Switzerland are out. So while it is not super likely that this constellation happens, it could happen. None of those would be major surprises.

 

[Havre]

I like this new format. Everyone qualifies to the tournament and everyone are in the knock out stages.

 

[cgf]

He had two standout moments, but that was a performance half as good as the player he was 2 years ago would have produced. He isn't sprinting with the ball which makes me think he's carrying a knock.

He also missed a penalty.

I think he's just lost a step (or three) with age.

 

[bluesfan94]

Straight red was harsh but Italy keeps looking good.

 

[Wee Baby Seamus]

Verratti masterclass. How do you guys think Italy's midfield will look like going forward?

It's harsh on Locatelli, but Verratti comes on for him as a one-for-one swap

 

[Eye of Ra]

Probably go with four: Jorginho, Verratti, Locatelli, and Barella. Hard to say though.

i wonder if a healthy sensi would take a spot

 

[Vasilevskiy]

i wonder if a healthy sensi would take a spot

No way.

 

[N o o d l e s]

It's harsh on Locatelli, but Verratti comes on for him as a one-for-one swap

It’s sad but I agree

 

[StevenF1919]

i wonder if a healthy sensi would take a spot

The only injured midfielder who would take a spot in their current lineup is Zaniolo imo.