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Post by themanfromatlantis on Oct 26, 2022 15:53:40 GMT 1
I think the games in groups B, E, F, G & H are likely to be the most interesting group games to watch.
But I also think it may get tedious with the amount of games.
Can’t imagine what this tournament will be like for TV audiences with 48 teams in it. Football eating itself really.
I considered a poll on your winning team options, but hopefully there will be another thread for that.
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Post by Million Dollar Babies on Oct 26, 2022 15:59:03 GMT 1
I'll watch most of it no doubt. Not looking forward to it though to be honest, especially England with Southgate in charge and Maguire at the back
I don't think winning this one will carry the same weight as a normal world cup. Mid season with zero preparation makes it much easier to win in my opinion
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Post by mosher on Oct 26, 2022 16:01:03 GMT 1
I've voted "Hope FIFA go bust". But I'll probably watch some games, all of England, all of Wales plus whatever games where I'm not working and have the chance to watch. Mostly I'll be watching in the hope of some upsets that rival the following: Cameroon 1-0 Argentina (1990) Algeria 2-1 W Germany (1982) Senegal 1-0 France (2002) Swiss 1-0 Spain (2010) Probably many more that were before my time (USA v England in the 50s or 60s springs to mind) but other than against England and Wales I love the underdogs winning. Must be a Town thing  |
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Post by Ox Terrier on Oct 26, 2022 16:08:09 GMT 1
I’ll be picking and choosing which games I want to watch so none of the options cater for me.
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Post by themanfromatlantis on Oct 26, 2022 16:10:45 GMT 1
I’ll be picking and choosing which games I want to watch so none of the options cater for me. I’m good at forgetting options for polls… I’ll never work for ipsos… |
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Post by Bassingham Terrier on Oct 26, 2022 16:13:27 GMT 1
England, till they go out, then I'm done usually.
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Post by softboy on Oct 26, 2022 16:13:38 GMT 1
I’m only watching England games so will have to find something else to do on the date of the semis and final.
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Post by sabailand on Oct 26, 2022 16:16:56 GMT 1
I'll watch most of them, i do like the world cup but the amount of teams in it getting too big and is going to get bigger, i'll probably just miss the odd one or two if im out.
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Post by themanfromatlantis on Oct 26, 2022 16:17:22 GMT 1
I’m only watching England games so will have to find something else to do on the date of the semis and final. Well I hope you’re sat on your sofa with a bottle of light ale and some crisps then. Or in the pub… |
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Post by keithAM11532 on Oct 26, 2022 16:28:52 GMT 1
Cant wait. Especially England v USA day after thanksgiving - taking the friday off as well. Big party at my gaff.
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Post by leytherterrier on Oct 26, 2022 16:36:29 GMT 1
I’ll try and watch as many games as I can but will mainly be the 4pm and 7pm ko due to work unless I’m working from home then I can watch them all without any interruptions. The added number does seem a bit of an overkill but the World Cup does create some memorable moments like Senegal beating France, Germany spanking Brazil 7-1 and who could forget when North Korea qualified and reported it back home that they had beaten both Portugal and Brazil.
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Post by Million Dollar Babies on Oct 26, 2022 16:37:45 GMT 1
Cant wait. Especially England v USA day after thanksgiving - taking the friday off as well. Big party at my gaff. What's the address? |
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Post by keithAM11532 on Oct 26, 2022 16:41:02 GMT 1
Cant wait. Especially England v USA day after thanksgiving - taking the friday off as well. Big party at my gaff. What's the address? Somewhere in Florida  |
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Post by Million Dollar Babies on Oct 26, 2022 16:43:20 GMT 1
Somewhere in Florida Cool, looking forward to it |
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Post by Christ in Shades (art) on Oct 26, 2022 16:59:57 GMT 1
Don't worry lads, we'll be at work for most of them during the week, we'll those of us who graft full time.
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Post by Essex Terrier on Oct 26, 2022 16:59:58 GMT 1
Not interested in the slightest.
Sell your soul if you want, but I will decline, thanks.
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Post by joeyjoneslocker on Oct 26, 2022 17:00:01 GMT 1
I'll watch most of it no doubt. Not looking forward to it though to be honest, especially England with Southgate in charge and Maguire at the back I don't think winning this one will carry the same weight as a normal world cup. Mid season with zero preparation makes it much easier to win in my opinion Much easier for who to win? |
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Post by Million Dollar Babies on Oct 26, 2022 17:04:55 GMT 1
I'll watch most of it no doubt. Not looking forward to it though to be honest, especially England with Southgate in charge and Maguire at the back I don't think winning this one will carry the same weight as a normal world cup. Mid season with zero preparation makes it much easier to win in my opinion Much easier for who to win? Anyone. You're facing teams who would normally have 4-5 weeks on the training pitch. Teams will be nowhere near as organised. Should make for a better more open tournament |
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Post by Porrohman on Oct 26, 2022 18:42:41 GMT 1
I'll watch as much as I can but I can't see me bothering watching the England games. Hope Sorba, Yuta and Michel all get picked.
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Post by Porrohman on Oct 26, 2022 18:43:14 GMT 1
I'll watch most of it no doubt. Not looking forward to it though to be honest, especially England with Southgate in charge and Maguire at the back I don't think winning this one will carry the same weight as a normal world cup. Mid season with zero preparation makes it much easier to win in my opinion Much easier for who to win? The winners. |
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Post by mids on Oct 26, 2022 20:44:30 GMT 1
Just booked the first week off work. Won't be watching every game but I'll see plenty I'm sure. Always an interesting competition.
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Post by Dan on Oct 26, 2022 21:35:21 GMT 1
I'll watch as much as I can but I can't see me bothering watching the England games. Hope Sorba, Yuta and Michel all get picked. Haha you comment on just about every football match ever played on the todays games thread including Bournemouth v West Ham the other night - I'm convinced there are West Ham fans that probably didn't bother watching that - yet you'll not watch England games at a world cup so you can keep your little 'I hate England' thing? Never change Porroh |
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Post by Orinoco on Oct 26, 2022 21:45:55 GMT 1
will watch the Engand and Wales kick off times depending.
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Post by tepidterrier on Oct 26, 2022 22:06:25 GMT 1
Completely unbothered. Whole thing's a disgrace, the watered down gesture politics will mildly stir up the press but ultimately achieve nothing for the people Qatar fucks over. I love international tournaments usually as well. Probably going to avoid most games. I'll watch if there's a town player involved, I'll watch the final and maybe a handful more. I usually watch every game I can at these
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Post by sabailand on Oct 26, 2022 22:51:03 GMT 1
Completely unbothered. Whole thing's a disgrace, the watered down gesture politics will mildly stir up the press but ultimately achieve nothing for the people Qatar fucks over. I love international tournaments usually as well. Probably going to avoid most games. I'll watch if there's a town player involved, I'll watch the final and maybe a handful more. I usually watch every game I can at these Seeing as you touched on gesture politics only today james cleverley asked any gay fans going to Qatar to respect their hosts/compromise which considering homosexuality is illegal in Qatar is good advice, he was basically saying considering where you are dont flaunt your sexuality and respect the country as it might attract unwanted attention form the authorities, natuarally he got criticised for perfectly sound advice...why?This isnt defending Qatar, not at all, its backwards in lots of ways but to criticise someone for basically saying be carefull is odd. |
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Post by Detective Boyle on Oct 26, 2022 23:36:54 GMT 1
Really looking forward to it to be honest. Tough one to call this year but with Messi going into it in great form I’m thinking it’s Argentina’s, nicely capping off his career.
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Post by overtonterrierspirit on Oct 26, 2022 23:38:49 GMT 1
I just love football.
I’ll be watching every game that interests me which I’m sure, will be lots.
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Post by sabailand on Oct 26, 2022 23:47:48 GMT 1
Wonder who the surprise team will be this time, theres always an underdog who defies expectations and captures everyones imagination.
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Post by westislandterrier on Oct 27, 2022 1:00:28 GMT 1
I absolutely think this should be a summer tournament always but we are where we are and need to accept it sadly... I’ve went with the ‘jump on the bandwagon’ option as that’s probably what I’ll just do - not every live game but probably most nights late night highlights I’ll enjoy even without Bonnie Scotland there after their summertime play off capitulation to The Ukraine...
I’ll be gutted without Town for five weeks even given where we are, but I suppose Dumbarton FC and Clachnacuddin of The Highland League won’t be supplying too many players to the competition and will be able to play on through it so at least there’s something for Westie to focus on there !
Anyway for those Terriers and Terrieresse’s based in Wales and England good luck to your international ‘clubs’ and enjoy The World Cup when it comes !
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Post by yorik on Oct 27, 2022 1:48:29 GMT 1
I don't agree with it being in quatar should be a summer tournament too but will end up watching most of the games can't see England getting very far with Southgate in charge tactically inept and way too defensive.could be Brazil's this time but might have a daft bet on my old favourites Holland
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