capt_chaos Report post Posted June 12, 2010 nobody is arguing the athleticism. Soccer takes TONS of endurance. Moreso than almost any other sport other than competative long distance running and/or long distance cycling. Im just not a fan of the sport in general. I can appreciate it, but just never liked it. Dudes running from one side of a massively too-large grass field to the other, for three hours, only to have the game end in a 0-0 tie 40% of the time, and then be decided by hoaky gimmick penalty kicks that have nothing to do with the core concept of the game itself, is all the reason anyone needs to laugh at the rediculousness that is "football". Definitely a justified opinion that the majority of the planet disgrees with certainly, but justified nonetheless. They are incredible athletes for sure though, anyone saying they're not is crazy. On average they can run 8-15 km a match (4-9 miles or so) over the 90 minute period. Athletic definitely but it is how the play builds up, how the ball is moved around, how you make space is what really does it for me. I can appreciate it is not for everyone but when you see people that make the sport interesting actually produce something a bit clever, a bit different, a bit wow you do sit up just think wow! A couple of vids for you gents to kind of highlight what I mean. I can actually sit and watch this video again and again and again Sitting there you might not think it is that impressive but when you actually take a ball and then think about applying what it is involved it is frighteningly hard. This vid is jut pure amazing at 18 seconds The great cultural thing about football is that it is so popular around the world because people play it differently. Brazilian leagues are different to Italian and Spanish leagues but all are not as fast as the Premier league. The camera dulls the pace of these guys. Anyway, World cup. South African goal was a beaut, France game a snore fest but that is how France want to play. Biggy today Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
soup Report post Posted June 12, 2010 Any websites where I can get a live feed on my iPhone? Try this, http://atdhe.net/. No idea if you're able to stream on your Iphone. The uru-fra game was unbelievably boring. For today I hope Greece loses, Argentina wins and USA wins. Is the media really hyping up this US-UK battle? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Zapper Report post Posted June 12, 2010 Having the tournament in South Africa is a mistake. Empty seats and no atmosphere, just these retarded, annoying trumpets. Big fcuk up by FIFA allowing those things. There are only few real fans, supporters, from Europe. There were more in Japan/Korea. It's sad. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pockmark Report post Posted June 12, 2010 Having the tournament in South Africa is a mistake. Empty seats and no atmosphere, just these retarded, annoying trumpets. Big fcuk up by FIFA allowing those things. There are only few real fans, supporters, from Europe. There were more in Japan/Korea. It's sad. Miami is trying to get it for 2018 or 2022 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KING-640 Report post Posted June 12, 2010 Jesus, what happened to Greece, they won Euro in 04. South Korea looks great. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
soup Report post Posted June 12, 2010 That was 6 years ago... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chimay52 Report post Posted June 12, 2010 These guys are tough as nails. How they can continue to get severely injured like this and continue to play through these near death experiences is almost beyond belief. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n6FWI-ivaoI...feature=related Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
topcabron Report post Posted June 12, 2010 where is the magic spray? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
speedy4500 Report post Posted June 12, 2010 These guys are tough as nails. How they can continue to get severely injured like this and continue to play through these near death experiences is almost beyond belief. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n6FWI-ivaoI...feature=related Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KING-640 Report post Posted June 12, 2010 Suck it England fans. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Placid Report post Posted June 12, 2010 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrentS Report post Posted June 12, 2010 What the hell is the purpose of those fcuking horns??? I know it's the most boring game in the world, but is that the only way they can keep the audience from falling asleep??? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrentS Report post Posted June 12, 2010 Soooo... Does anyone ever WIN a game? So far I've noticed 1-1, 0-0, and now 1-1... Haven't they heard of overtime??? What's the point if one team doesn't win the game??? Oh well, I don't get it, and probably never will. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KING-640 Report post Posted June 12, 2010 I hate those fcuking horns, it's psychological warfare. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lambornima Report post Posted June 12, 2010 Football is to american football, what F1 is to Nascar. Including everything from its prestige to its drama and popularity. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mako Report post Posted June 12, 2010 Soooo... Does anyone ever WIN a game? So far I've noticed 1-1, 0-0, and now 1-1... Haven't they heard of overtime??? What's the point if one team doesn't win the game??? Oh well, I don't get it, and probably never will. England/USA = Tie. What a shocker. Back to LeMans coverage. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Assman Report post Posted June 12, 2010 Soooo... Does anyone ever WIN a game? So far I've noticed 1-1, 0-0, and now 1-1... Haven't they heard of overtime??? What's the point if one team doesn't win the game??? Oh well, I don't get it, and probably never will. In this huge q-4 year tourny it's more complex. You have to play all the teams in your bracket. Your team recieves 0 points for a loss, 1 point for a tie and 3 points for a win. To advance you have to have the most points. Then ifore than one team has the same points it goes to goal differentials and goals scored. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saleenfan Report post Posted June 12, 2010 for those of you who dont understand just how to watch the world cup follow the simple diagram below / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fortis Report post Posted June 13, 2010 Dudes running from one side of a massively too-large grass field to the other, for three hours, only to have the game end in a 0-0 tie 40% of the time, and then be decided by hoaky gimmick penalty kicks that have nothing to do with the core concept of the game itself, is all the reason anyone needs to laugh at the rediculousness that is "football". Definitely a justified opinion that the majority of the planet disgrees with certainly, but justified nonetheless. They are incredible athletes for sure though, anyone saying they're not is crazy. the score is important but soccer is to be enjoyed for what happens on the field during the game, it is an unpredictable game a very strategic game many times with a very unpredictable outcome that is the beauty of it. I am sorry but I don't enjoy steroid infused fat asses cladded up in used mattresses chasing an easter egg Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
capt_chaos Report post Posted June 13, 2010 What the fcuking shitting hell was that? No team deserved a point. USA were flat and were gifted a shitty goal. Lampard, Rooney and the rest of the squad went missing and if it was not for the Liverpool players then I don't know what happened. PS I am drunk and very very very pissed off. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Assman Report post Posted June 13, 2010 What the fcuking shitting hell was that? No team deserved a point. USA were flat and were gifted a shitty goal. Lampard, Rooney and the rest of the squad went missing and if it was not for the Liverpool players then I don't know what happened. PS I am drunk and very very very pissed off. Mate, aren't drunk and pissed the same thing where you are? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
capt_chaos Report post Posted June 13, 2010 Yes, but pissed off is different. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
topcabron Report post Posted June 13, 2010 Yes, but pissed off is different. you are pissed and pissed Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
capt_chaos Report post Posted June 13, 2010 What pisses me off more. The HD coverage dropped its feed when England scored. It went from the match to an advert to Gerrard celebrating. A win tomorrow will make things interesting for ENG/USA Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rawr Report post Posted June 13, 2010 Sucks for the goalie.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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