That would be pretty funny to see them face Spain in the QF still, though for the sake of the tournament i think it's best they top the group.Yeah, for a team of their quality that's a very nice route to the final now that Spain has transferred over.
Would be hilarious if they went over to the other side as well though
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In the latest episode of the United Hour Podcast, Nik and Imran hold a long overdue conversation about United's awful league form with 1 win in 7. They discuss a disappointing draw at Bournemouth, a not so disappointing draw against Liverpool and a crushing defeat at Chelsea - Is time nearly over for Erik Ten Hag?
Then in a special second half of the pod, Nik welcomes Natalie ( https://twitter.com/natalie_17) to discuss the fortunes of Manchester United Women as they booked a place in the FA Cup Final after a historic first ever win vs. Chelsea.
It would be a disaster if they didn't top the group.
Imagine England, France, Portugal, Spain and Brazil all on one side.
They're top 3 favorites .
them,france and Argentina with England following suit.
They're 1970 to 1994 drought was greater so it shouldn't worry them that much, they'll continue to produce world class talent like no other.
them,france and Argentina with England following suit.
They're 1970 to 1994 drought was greater so it shouldn't worry them that much, they'll continue to produce world class talent like no other.
Yup suddenly they only really have Argentina in their path to the final. Was against them heading into it. Now I'm convinced they'll be in the final.
Can anyone on that side other than Argentina give them any unexpected problems
As a Brazilian i don't call it a drought. Winning the world cup was always very difficult. The last time Argentina won it was in 1986 and they had great sides most of the time. Brazil won it in 1970 and the next one was in 1994. Its not something new.
I dont think we are gonna win this one, but if we do, its going to be an uninspiring display of pragmatism and nothing to brag about.
Those coaches like Tite, the Gauchos, they really love the uruguayan football, they feel a lot of conexion to Uruguay. They managed to almost destroy the identity of the Brazilian football in less than two decades.
I dont think we are gonna win this one, but if we do, its going to be an uninspiring display of pragmatism and nothing to brag about.
Those coaches like Tite, the Gauchos, they really love the uruguayan football, they feel a lot of conexion to Uruguay. They managed to almost destroy the identity of the Brazilian football in less than two decades.
Who do you honestly see beating Brazil
You are outright overwhelming #1 favourite by a big margin even against #2 Argentina and deservedly so and now with Spain moving over to the other half of the draw, you don't have to face a top European team till the final.
The irony of explaining this to the British, I love it : )
I've seen my country win twice and lose one final, and I'm not even 40, how many people can say that?
Me and many french supporters too
Any leaks of lineup?
South Korea, Japan/Korea QF - what a route to the semis. The great drought may come to an end
And how fecking awesome is that? Dude, that final in 1998... I'm already having nightmares.Me and many french supporters too
If we don't find our finishing boots soon, we're vulnerable to a smash and grab like today or like the Belgium game in 2018.
I don't see you having any trouble until Argentina
Out of interest who was the best team and who was your favorite?
1970
1982
1994
2002.
Jesus out for the rest of the tournament. Gutted for him and a big loss for Brazil.
The injuries could seriously derail them.
Will the two Juve fullbacks be ready for the next game?
Will the two Juve fullbacks be ready for the next game?
Yes, they've been confirmed fit to play.
Brazil almost messed it up yesterday and one more Switzerland goal would have seen them drop to 2nd and on the other side of the draw.
I was surprised by the subs at 0-0. I always felt it was building to the kind of game where Cameroon nicked it so was thinking they might bring on some of the 'starters' for the last 15-30 minutes - Lucas, Vinicius, Richarlison - to avoid the possibility of dropping to 2nd. Rather than the Brazilian based understudies who didn't do much at all.
I was surprised by the subs at 0-0. I always felt it was building to the kind of game where Cameroon nicked it so was thinking they might bring on some of the 'starters' for the last 15-30 minutes - Lucas, Vinicius, Richarlison - to avoid the possibility of dropping to 2nd. Rather than the Brazilian based understudies who didn't do much at all.
Agree. Key how they manage their injuries going into that game
They have enough cover up front
Would you agree that the explosion of global football has also added to the 'derailment' of samba football? With players, from various countries, moving to different leagues to play with individuals of other nations I believe this has created a uniform type of football.
A 4-3-3 may not similar he countered by the same formation. A packed midfield is countered by a packed midfield. Football, due to the collaboration of players from various nations in the top 5 leagues, has diluted football of its style and its culture.
Because at the end of the day, the players are only with their nation for a small portion of the year, and they come together and bring what they've learned in their leagues.
If we
1970 is the best team. My favorite is the 96-99 team. Ronaldo and Romario combination.
Injuries injuries. Don't think it is gonna happen this time.
Interesting read. Brazilian caftards are careful and others are claiming they won't have any trouble reaching semifinal whatsoever.
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Saw a Pele mural yesterday. If anything, they should try and win it for him.
A great servant for them as a nation.
Yeah they still easily make semi final
This must be the first Brazilian team with such a heavy influence of PL players. No wonder their strikers now are known more for their hardwork than on the ball brilliance.
For me they are favorites. Easy route for them, having only Argentina/Netherlands as an obstacle to the final.
That front line is terrifying but I think they'll get punished for it by better opposition
They can play some amazing football, but South Korea played entirely into their hands with that high backline. Croatia will be a different story, as will be the pragmatism of Argentina or us.
Clear favourite to end up in the final on this side of things though. I will lube up before the match should we beat the argies.
Clear favourite to end up in the final on this side of things though. I will lube up before the match should we beat the argies.
That was piss easy for them,think in hindsight Uruguay would have been sterner challenge
They were something else in that first half, devastating football even if South Korea made it easy for them. Been a while since I saw that sort of flair in a Brazil team, long may it continue. Was like watching the old days.
I use to think this formation that Tite is playing is too attacking but tactically the fullbacks do not bomb forward and the frontline presses and track back.
Van Gaal just said people are over reacting in Brazil is an ordanairy counter attacming team and nothing special.
The lord has spoken, nothing to see here, just a little yellow smidge on Louis' boot by next week.
The lord has spoken, nothing to see here, just a little yellow smidge on Louis' boot by next week.
The great drought continues
Tite is a clown.
Why the hell did they leave Neymar til last? Crazy.