GDT: Semifinal • Jan. 3 • Sweden 3, Russia 4 (SO) • Part 2

[1912]

Sweden, in general, comes off (to me) as a really arrogant bunch for a country that hasn't won a Gold since 1981.

I'm not going to make a big deal out of what the coach said, but he did include Czech Republic for the LOLS.

Just let me get this straight. Are you inferring that what he said was not true? Becaue i think we kind of got the evidence right in front of us here...

And let's not hope the mods don't delete this post. Apperantly there is something wrong with questioning what people of a certain nationality says on this forum?

 

[Nordic*]

Sweden, in general, comes off (to me) as a really arrogant bunch for a country that hasn't won a Gold since 1981.

I'm not going to make a big deal out of what the coach said, but he did include Czech Republic for the LOLS.

Czech's were better than Canada when we faced them, what's the problem?

And how is Sweden arrogant? Please elaborate.. (I know, you can't, that's why I'm asking).

 

[Rust Cohle]

Since when is international elimination shootouts only best out of three? Just curious.

 

[inoajd]

Atleast people can see now why people see Adam Larsson as a top pick?

Wasn't he playing injured too?


****** way to end the game in a shootout for sure. Hate having shootouts in medal games.

Oh well Sweden should've closed the game when they scored the 3-2 goal. Instead we let Nemeth out on the ice again(I think).

 

[Frank Bascombe]

Probably should have waited till you won something to declare yourselves the best.

Nobody did anything of the sort. Now now, move along.

 

[ARS]

Yeah, how dare they not put Canada on a pedestal? Shame on them!

This year wasn't the only time the Swedes(coach and/or player) said some things to the press that they probably should've kept to themselves. I was happy that Canada lost to the US last year rather than Sweden because of Swedish arrogance.

 

[Kiefer]

Probably should have waited till you won something to declare yourselves the best.

Oh my.

 

[Fregus]

Saying: " All Canadians are trolling" doesn't really make it better. There are a lot of idiots among every nationality on these boards.
People who are trolling are jerks first off all, not Canadians or Swedes or Americans etc. etc.

We've got only ourself to blame for this loss.

 

[Zam Boni]

Probably should have waited till you won something to declare yourselves the best.

When did any swedish player or coach declare themselves the best..

 

[Sayuri]

Since when is international elimination shootouts only best out of three? Just curious.

I believe the switch was made from 5 to 3 in 2008, but I'm not positive.

 

[Novak Djokovic]

Just let me get this straight. Are you inferring that what he said was not true? Becaue i think we kind of got the evidence right in front of us here...

And let's not hope the mods don't delete this post. Apperantly here is something wrong with questioning what people of a certain nationality says on this forum?

Czech's were better than Canada when we faced them, what's the problem?

And how is Sweden arrogant? Please elaborate.. (I know, you can't, that's why I'm asking).

I'm sorry, but Canada gave Sweden a MUCH bigger test than the Czechs. Saw both games... wasn't that close in terms of competitiveness.

As for the arrogancy, the captain coming out and saying that US is the main competitor. Now, I have no problem with the fact that he thinks US is the big test (heck, I think the same way), but speaking out in media is not a good thing, IMO.

 

[Sher-Wood]

Someone did post that on the other thread. I didn't see anything on TV so as of right now it is unsubstantiated.

I first did not believed my eyes when I first saw it as the camera panoramed over the ice but when the swedish commentator also noticed it I was disqusted. Then again, what can you expect...

 

[BlackAces*]

Nobody did anything of the sort. Now now, move along.

We will move along, to the gold medal game.

 

[Rust Cohle]

Rönnberg should have had his own thread. The talk about his comments has really made these boards a depressing read this tournament.

 

[Novak Djokovic]

Uhm... I would say the definition of "arrogance" would be - as a Canadian - to assume other nations to behold your country, yes Canada, as the best hockey nation ever. All Roger said was that he thought the Russians were a tougher team for Sweden, in THIS tournament - something you Canadians just cant accept. You are not happy and amused until Obama kisses your toes. So no, the only arrogant people here are you. Unless we all worship you, subject ourselves to your "rules"; and claim you are our God, you will say we are cocky and arrogant. Wow. It is like... so contradictory. Go to bed!

Russians were a bigger test. I don't care about his opinion. He could think that Canada is a big cheater... and I still won't care. Why do things like these need to be said in the media? It only creates bitterness. (like it or not)

 

[Phil McKraken]

I'm sorry, but Canada gave Sweden a MUCH bigger test than the Czechs. Saw both games... wasn't that close in terms of competitiveness.

As for the arrogancy, the captain coming out and saying that US is the main competitor. Now, I have no problem with the fact that he thinks US is the big test (heck, I think the same way), but speaking out in media is not a good thing, IMO.

It's not like he was asked to name his favourite for the gold or anything.

 

[Frank Bascombe]

We will move along, to the gold medal game.

K, cya.

 

[Evil Romano]

I'm sorry, but Canada gave Sweden a MUCH bigger test than the Czechs. Saw both games... wasn't that close in terms of competitiveness.

As for the arrogancy, the captain coming out and saying that US is the main competitor. Now, I have no problem with the fact that he thinks US is the big test (heck, I think the same way), but speaking out in media is not a good thing, IMO.

Only Canada is allowed to "speak out to media" about their opponents, right? None else. This is what I have said so many times - Canada is the Hockey's answer to political fascism. You make the rules; we all have to obey. The way you like it.

 

[Kiefer]

As for the arrogancy, the captain coming out and saying that US is the main competitor. Now, I have no problem with the fact that he thinks US is the big test (heck, I think the same way), but speaking out in media is not a good thing, IMO.

Didn't he say that BEFORE the tournament? USA did win gold last year after all...

 

[WarriorofTime]

Adam Larsson really impressed me. What a great skater and really strong with the puck. He's my choice for top pick in the draft.

Tough that it had to come down to a shootout. Sweden really looked better in the overtime, you could tell the Russians were dead tired. Russia seems to be bullet proof after these last two games. Unbelievable that they are still alive. It would be a big statement for Russia to win this year since all we've heard is how messed up Russian player development and the junior program is. They still look to be as skilled as ever.

 

[Slimmy]

Probably should have waited till you won something to declare yourselves the best.

What the **** are you talking about! God damn ****ing bull just goes on adn on and on and on! Give me a fukcing quote where Rönnberg said anyhting remotely like that or shut the **** up!

 

[Chimpradamus]

Probably should have waited till you won something to declare yourselves the best.

Errrrh, now you are totally grasping for straws and you should know it. Please show any quote where any Swedish representative have declared Sweden the best? Or any Swedish poster that hasn't been written off as a huge homer (where you at maximum can find what, 2 posts)? Again: the "crime" is obviously not declaring Canada the Kings of hockey and praising them every chance you have, regardless of any actual games played. Or do you have to win tournaments to be allowed to form an opinion of your own? I guess you should drop the concept of authority seeking behaviour immediately.

I know some of you have bruised egos and have to boast them through hockey, but this is getting beyond ridiculous on so many levels.

 

[inoajd]

It's not like he was asked to name his favourite for the gold or anything.

But he didn't mention Canada!

Hilarious irony.

 

[icing]

We will move along, to the gold medal game.

Ah. Classy comment. Full of respect. No arragans at all.

By the way, did the US w.o the game?

 

[Frank Bascombe]

The trolls here grasping for straws can't possibly be that thick in real life, can they?