Have you actually watched their games? It looks like England in the 70's and 80's, like, well, nothing at all. Not even the basic formation is the same not to talk about passing and attacking. And no, there is basically nowhere on this planet as shameless and as influential gutter press as the English tabloids. Sure, some 3rd world countries might compete but wonders if even they have the same protection of law to shed all decency on such a wide variety of targets. One of the few things that are pretty much incomprehensible to an out and out anglophile like me.
World Cup: SF: Croatia vs. England, 7/11/2018
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Have you actually watched their games? It looks like England in the 70's and 80's, like, well, nothing at all. Not even the basic formation is the same not to talk about passing and attacking. And no, there is basically nowhere on this planet as shameless and as influential gutter press as the English tabloids. Sure, some 3rd world countries might compete but wonders if even they have the same protection of law to shed all decency on such a wide variety of targets. One of the few things that are pretty much incomprehensible to an out and out anglophile like me.
Looks like Lovren might be out as well.
I know the english media likes to dump on him as much as they can (especially Neville on ITV), but the guy has been immense for both Liverpool and Croatia ever since VVD came to Liverpool.
Also, Vida is a idiot for his antics post-game on the social media, and with Vrsaljko likely being out as well, I think the Croatian chances dropped a ton in the last two days; key injuries and likely the russian crowd turning on Croatia because of Vida's statements.
Jedvaj-Vida-Corluka-Strinic is not even in the same hemisphere as Vrsaljko-Lovren-Vida-Strinic.
I know the english media likes to dump on him as much as they can (especially Neville on ITV), but the guy has been immense for both Liverpool and Croatia ever since VVD came to Liverpool.
Also, Vida is a idiot for his antics post-game on the social media, and with Vrsaljko likely being out as well, I think the Croatian chances dropped a ton in the last two days; key injuries and likely the russian crowd turning on Croatia because of Vida's statements.
Jedvaj-Vida-Corluka-Strinic is not even in the same hemisphere as Vrsaljko-Lovren-Vida-Strinic.
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Yeah. He was obviously elated after an emotional victory. These videos apparently were made for a private party. But this party decided to make them publicly available.
That's not an excuse in my book. And like I said, whatever they decide to do, good on them. Act like a moron, be treated like one.
Is he drunk? Sure looks like it. Apparently that's how you prepare for a World Cup semi-final. Says a lot about the sport. A long distance runner or a cross-country skiier couldn't be getting wasted a few days before a major event.
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The more I think about the situation, the more I reckon England should be favored in this match by quite a bit. The vibe about England says that's a fit, confident team ready to take the next step..the vibe about Croatia says..they're running on fumes. Of course, one can never tell in advance but that's how it feels.
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I mean, goals wise he disappears. I'm not denying his strong play this tournament at all.
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Is England's average opponent stronger than the average Premier League team? I doubt it.
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Can't have players trying to be political at a World Cup in, er, Russia.
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Maybe just slightly
I’ve heard that some athletes do drink beer after games. To replenish carbs.
Maybe it's because he's not surrounded by quality players like Silva and de Bruyne. You did mention teammates.
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Yeah, sounds like he is playing based on his comments at the press conference. I would be surprised if he does not go.
Vrsaljko looks to be in serious doubt though.
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Come on, England!
Picked a France-England finals in my office pool, I'm already running away with it (most everyone else picked either Germany or Argentina to win), I just want to get the finals right. I'm not usually this prescient.
Picked a France-England finals in my office pool, I'm already running away with it (most everyone else picked either Germany or Argentina to win), I just want to get the finals right. I'm not usually this prescient.
He is deployed much differently for club then country. He’s more used to playing on the right wing where he can use his speed wide, and often benefits from driving to the back post for rebounds. For England he’s used more as a spark plug for the offense, using his speed to carry the ball up through the middle and create opportunities. He has just been snake bitten in general for England, but he’s been known to miss glorious chances for City as well
kovacro
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Vrsaljko did participate in the training session today. Guess he is a game time decision.
Got to think if he’s in the starting 11, he won’t be at 100%.
Got to think if he’s in the starting 11, he won’t be at 100%.
A shot in the knee to numb the pain and he will be good to go. Croatia needs him.
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