Croatia are strong enough to give every 1st tier team a run for their money imo. Almost made it through their group last EURO with Italy and Spain, with a friendlier draw they would've made it 'till the quarters or semis.
I'd disagree with you about our defense being mediocre, but after watching the Brazil/Serbia game I am seriously worried about it. David Luiz is the only player who actually brings some security for the defense.LaVolpe024 wrote:
Can't wait for the opening game, I've literally got a scheduled planned out of what matches to watch in the group stage. I'd be able to watch more if it wasn't for this accursed time difference.
Predictions for the opening game? I think 2-2, players will cancel each other out, midfield will be tight and packed with the ball staying in the middle of the park most of the game but the few opportunities that are produced will result in goals due to the mediocre defenses of the two teams.
The denied goal from Croatia was also complete bs. Croatia has been let down by the ref big time.Kanye West wrote:
That penalty call was terrible though. Not like it ended up mattering, but still.
no it wasn'tGladiOol wrote:
The denied goal from Croatia was also complete bs.Kanye West wrote:
That penalty call was terrible though. Not like it ended up mattering, but still.
I think that penalty decision encapsulated all the poetic injustice in football. A common form of cheating in the shape of diving occurs and the bigger side, the favourites as well as the home side get the favouritism of the referee. I think Kovac was spot on with his comments. Another problem is that everyone will simply use "oh Brazil would've won anyway" and "but everyone wanted them to win in the opening game" as justification for these errors. Regardless it was a good match to watch, good effort by both sides and unlucky on Croatia's part.GladiOol wrote:
The denied goal from Croatia was also complete bs. Croatia has been let down by the ref big time.Kanye West wrote:
That penalty call was terrible though. Not like it ended up mattering, but still.
This first match was terrible. Should've been a draw, but I guess homeside favorites always get the referee behind 'm.
Kanye West wrote:
That penalty call was terrible though. Not like it ended up mattering, but still.
Best penalty ever..... And at 1-1 , the game was close....E s s a wrote:
Kanye West wrote:
That penalty call was terrible though. Not like it ended up mattering, but still.
EDIT: Fred is also appealing for a penalty at the same time...
Poor Arsenal :'(LaVolpe024 wrote:
Also Fabregas has officially signed for Chelsea.