The Ali Dia Football/Soccer Thread

WaffleCat · Post by **WaffleCat** » 17 Jun 2016, 11:52

This wrote:
Freeze-O-Kimi wrote:
This wrote:Also, Australia lost against HWNSNBM.

I didn't know the Australian team had changed nationality to compete as Austria

You know, it's a punny joke, you should rofl.

Well, they did compete in Eurovision...

Dj_bereta · Post by **Dj_bereta** » 19 Jun 2016, 05:18

Do you thought Brazil getting eliminated by Peru and Uruguay by Venezuela are the most rejectful results in Copa América? Think again! Mexico was thrashed by Chile in the quarter finals by 7x0. Second worst defeat in all Mexican team history!

Reject of Copa América 2016: México.

Post by **DemocalypseNow** » 19 Jun 2016, 18:36

By the power of Odin, Iceland shall progress to the knockout rounds :glasses:

watka · Post by **watka** » 22 Jun 2016, 11:59

Biscione wrote:

By the power of Odin, Iceland shall progress to the knockout rounds

I hope so! A point will do, but its always difficult playing for a draw. Austria still have a shot at making it through themselves.

Meanwhile in the USA:

UncreativeUsername37 · Post by **UncreativeUsername37** » 22 Jun 2016, 17:52

TODAY IS A GREAT DAY

:dance:

x 16

Post by **Londoner** » 22 Jun 2016, 19:50

So yeah, this happened.

Alextrax52 · Post by **Alextrax52** » 22 Jun 2016, 20:25

So uh Cristiano I thought you said Iceland weren't going to do much at these championships. Given our tendency to bottle it at tournaments they could easily go further than you into the quarter finals

To compound his misery Lionel Messi could actually win something for Argentina. They certainly are playing like a team determined to win an international trophy

Enforcer · Post by **Enforcer** » 22 Jun 2016, 21:41

Revenge is coming...

Nessafox · Post by **Nessafox** » 23 Jun 2016, 02:15

Irish fans bothering innocent French citizens with Westlife songs... hooliganism taking on scary proportions it seems

. Also can some of the British/Irish people explain me the story behind the much heared 'Will Grigg's on fire'?

Interesting to see Odin (and his mates like Thor) and HWNSNBM are helping their teams a bit. Looks like they made a deal to meet each other again in the finals and then decide once and for all who's the most epic God of all time.

Post by **tommykl** » 23 Jun 2016, 06:39

This wrote: Also can some of the British/Irish people explain me the story behind the much heared 'Will Grigg's on fire'?

Will Grigg is a striker for Wigan Athletic. Some guy made a chant to the tune of Free From Desire, Wigan went mad for it, the whole country went mad for it, and now it's a big thing.

I think it's alright.

AdrianBelmonte_ · Post by **AdrianBelmonte_** » 23 Jun 2016, 08:08

This wrote:Interesting to see Odin (and his mates like Thor) and HWNSNBM are helping their teams a bit. Looks like they made a deal to meet each other again in the finals and then decide once and for all who's the most epic God of all time.

It's all a masterplan made by Loki (sic) and Gabor Kiraly's joggers

Alextrax52 · Post by **Alextrax52** » 23 Jun 2016, 10:30

tommykl wrote:
This wrote: Also can some of the British/Irish people explain me the story behind the much heared 'Will Grigg's on fire'?

Will Grigg is a striker for Wigan Athletic. Some guy made a chant to the tune of Free From Desire, Wigan went mad for it, the whole country went mad for it, and now it's a big thing.

I think it's alright.

I think he scored some 25 goals for Wigan as they won the League 1 title so it's a perfect match as well.

FullMetalJack · Post by **FullMetalJack** » 23 Jun 2016, 12:25

Freeze-O-Kimi wrote:
tommykl wrote:
This wrote: Also can some of the British/Irish people explain me the story behind the much heared 'Will Grigg's on fire'?

Will Grigg is a striker for Wigan Athletic. Some guy made a chant to the tune of Free From Desire, Wigan went mad for it, the whole country went mad for it, and now it's a big thing.

I think it's alright.

I think he scored some 25 goals for Wigan as they won the League 1 title so it's a perfect match as well.

Newcastle fans are laying claim to the chant, as they believe they started it for Mitrovic, "Mitro's on fire"

In fact, the original chant is about Luke Freeman; and it originated from Stevenage.

Anyway, as he was a Birmingham City youth player, I approve of this song, plus it's one of the best football chants i've heard.

AdrianBelmonte_ · Post by **AdrianBelmonte_** » 23 Jun 2016, 18:12

Anyway, can't wait to hear the next thing from Turkey and Barça fans

ARDA'S ON FIRE, HIS OWN TEAM IS TERRIFIED...

Post by **DemocalypseNow** » 23 Jun 2016, 22:14

Forget Leicester City, this was the greatest moment in the history of football.

DOSBoot · Post by **DOSBoot** » 26 Jun 2016, 03:26

Well, my nation's team didn't get the 3rd place.

But at least we put up a much better fight than we did with Argentina a few days ago. Hopefully this means better things to come for us in the future.

Nessafox · Post by **Nessafox** » 26 Jun 2016, 03:55

And oh, in the Meantime somewhere two weeks ago New Zealand won the Oceanian cup again. That's a tournament as well, really. The finals were won against Papua New Guinea on penalties. It must be said Papua New Guinea improved a lot in form this campaign. Lets support them to make the world cup, right?

Nessafox · Post by **Nessafox** » 26 Jun 2016, 20:54

Sorry HWNSNBM. But yeah this is what happens if you give Belgium loads of space.

UncreativeUsername37 · Post by **UncreativeUsername37** » 27 Jun 2016, 20:50

watka · Post by **watka** » 27 Jun 2016, 21:26

ENGLAND IS DEAD

WeirdKerr · Post by **WeirdKerr** » 27 Jun 2016, 21:38

Eyjafjallajökull strikes again!

Samster · Post by **Samster** » 27 Jun 2016, 21:46

watka wrote:ENGLAND IS DEAD

Cue the England 'fanbase' tears.

Hope Iceland go all the way.

Nessafox · Post by **Nessafox** » 27 Jun 2016, 21:54

Can the guys from Brussels make the Brexit complete against Wales?

But seriously, England gets more rejectful with every tournament. And i can see Iceland beating France as well! Germany or Italy would be more difficult for them though.

Post by **Ataxia** » 27 Jun 2016, 22:06

I supported Iceland, because I wanted to be on the winning side of England leaving Europe this time.

Only Dier, Walker and Rashford will come away from Euro 2016 with their reputations intact.

Dj_bereta · Post by **Dj_bereta** » 28 Jun 2016, 00:44

Chile showing is a real deal for the next world cup. Russia 2018 will be a promising world cup. Chile, Wales, Iceland and other underdogs. Brazil, Holland and Spain struggling.

My Reject of 100th Copa América podium:

3rd Messi: For being a sore loser and for retiring from Argentina team just because he lost again in a final match. Good job, the Argentineans will keep Maradona as greatest player ever.

2nd Brazil: Getting knocked out in a group with Peru, Equator and Haiti, failed to score a single goal against Equator and Peru and the only team to suffer a goal from Haiti. The 7x1 against Haiti was a small revenge over 2014 world cup, but this wasn't enough. A team without identity and a heavy dependency of Neymar jr and heavy pressure from supporters and the media are signs which Brazilian team still in the dark age.

1st Mexico: 7x0... nothing more to say. And Chile had opportunity to score more goals. Osorio was a mistake.

CoopsII · Post by **CoopsII** » 28 Jun 2016, 06:40

England out of Europe twice in one week. Irony. It's a bitch.

Not sure why some people are surprised. England are crap at football and have been for years and years.

watka · Post by **watka** » 28 Jun 2016, 12:30

Ataxia wrote:I supported Iceland, because I wanted to be on the winning side of England leaving Europe this time.

Only Dier, Walker and Rashford will come away from Euro 2016 with their reputations intact.

Not sure about Dier and Walker to be honest, Walker was shocking defensively and Walker, Dier, Alli, Rose and Kane all in the team you'd expect the team to play more as a unit given they play together every week.

Post by **Nuppiz** » 28 Jun 2016, 13:57

'Nuff said.

Barbazza · Post by **Barbazza** » 28 Jun 2016, 16:17

Personally, as an Englishman who gave up supporting the England team about 15 years ago, I was laughing my head off.

I never did understand why Roy wouldn't pick Vardy - OK, he didn't play brilliantly but he was better than most of them when he came on. Rashford obviously escapes criticism. But Sterling and Sturridge - jeez, they are so obviously utter crap!

I used to like Roy but then he steadfastly refused to pick players from my team even when their form was good, so why should I care about them being knocked out?

Cresswell is a much better left-back than Rose and offers more going forward, Noble would have played better than <insert name of any midfielder of your choice here> and even though I'm not his biggest fan, Carroll would have offered something different as a substitute.

Well done Iceland. I don't think they'll beat France though - they were my pick to win beforehand and even though their defence is a bit iffy, I haven't changed my mind.

FullMetalJack · Post by **FullMetalJack** » 28 Jun 2016, 17:07

Barbazza wrote:I used to like Roy but then he steadfastly refused to pick players from my team even when their form was good, so why should I care about them being knocked out?

That's always been the case, you're probably only noticing it more now because West Ham have become a good side, and for some reason are the exception to his philosophy of 'pick players from teams high up the league table regardless of form'. Hence how Tom Cleverley remained in the squad for so long.

I also couldn't agree more about Mark Noble.

Post by **Ataxia** » 28 Jun 2016, 17:44

watka wrote:
Ataxia wrote:I supported Iceland, because I wanted to be on the winning side of England leaving Europe this time.

Only Dier, Walker and Rashford will come away from Euro 2016 with their reputations intact.

Not sure about Dier and Walker to be honest, Walker was shocking defensively and Walker, Dier, Alli, Rose and Kane all in the team you'd expect the team to play more as a unit given they play together every week.

But Hodgson's asking them to do different things. Walker and Rose also have to work with Cahill and Smalling at the back, who don't work as well as Alderweireld and Vertonghen do at club level. They're also playing in a system that isn't quite the same.

Barbazza wrote:Cresswell is a much better left-back than Rose and offers more going forward, Noble would have played better than <insert name of any midfielder of your choice here> and even though I'm not his biggest fan, Carroll would have offered something different as a substitute.

You'd be forgiven for thinking Roy had a vendetta against West Ham, as Cresswell didn't even get a look in whilst Noble and Carroll were overlooked. Vardy didn't look at his best as England were dominating possession; Vardy's game comes on the counter attack. My biggest concern is the central defence; Cahill and Smalling did not look comfortable together, and I don't buy into the John Stones hype one bit.

In my opinion, the next England manager needs to stop throwing the big names together and hoping they work; assess the credentials of all the current players and put together a style that works. If we have a big nucleus of Tottenham players, then use a style that they're comfortable with and build players into it who fit. Don't be afraid to pick players from the likes of West Ham or Crystal Palace if they fit in. Wales have taken that idea, and Chris Coleman's created a sense of unity between the players.

The choices of Wilshere, Henderson et al were also poor. Danny Drinkwater and Mark Noble should have been on that plane. The new manager must be able to bring a sense of team spirit to the squad at short notice, and therefore, I suggest the crazy notion of bringing in Tim Sherwood.

Post by **DemocalypseNow** » 28 Jun 2016, 17:56

Ataxia wrote:*England discussions*

And, for the love of christ, promote Fraser Forster to first choice.

FullMetalJack · Post by **FullMetalJack** » 28 Jun 2016, 18:26

Biscione wrote:
Ataxia wrote:*England discussions*

And, for the love of christ, promote Fraser Forster to first choice.

I support that notion completely.

Also, since Ataxia mentioned Crystal Palace, i'd have seriously considered Scott Dann, we could have done with another centre half, and I firmly believe he fits the bill.

Nessafox · Post by **Nessafox** » 01 Jul 2016, 02:40

One does forget it, but theres actualy already Champions league football played this week.
Its of course only the lowest 8 countries, but that's what interest us! Lincoln Red Imps (Gibraltar), Tre Penne (San Marino) and B36Tórshavn (Faroe Islands) have lost their game, Valetta (Malta) has won their, and FC Santa Coloma (Andorra) drew their match. Somehow the Welsh competition is stuck in that first round too, which in sharp contrast to the fortunes of their national team. Will the return games bring surprises?
Europa League first round has played as well, but those are simply too many matches to review. The most important result is that Europa FC from Gibraltar (interesting name for a British team

) won their game.

UncreativeUsername37 · Post by **UncreativeUsername37** » 02 Jul 2016, 21:51

If Italy's player they subbed in specifically to take penalties didn't miss, they would've won.

AdrianBelmonte_ · Post by **AdrianBelmonte_** » 03 Jul 2016, 14:34

This night is the Big Game...

Dj_bereta · Post by **Dj_bereta** » 03 Jul 2016, 20:31

What I'm seeing is: Iceland is Mexico/Brazil, France is Chile/Germany.

Nessafox · Post by **Nessafox** » 03 Jul 2016, 21:08

Well it's over for Iceland.

But still admire them, as at no point, they looked like they gave up. So adorably naive <3

Post by **Ataxia** » 11 Jul 2016, 09:11

And that was that. Congrats to Portugal I guess, commiserations to Les Bleus.

If you're upset about the result, here's a little Portuguese lad consoling a distraught Frenchman.

Post by **Miguel98** » 11 Jul 2016, 09:52

Cried like a small baby. Incredible feeling. Aleluia!