World Cup 2022

[davek]

Near enough similar squad were a pen away from winning the Euro’s 18 months ago, not exactly out the realm of possibility

That's just it though isn't it - always the bridesmaids. That's because they haven't got the mental strength to win a trophy. And it's why France will get past them on Saturday.

 

[roydo]

That's just it though isn't it - always the bridesmaids. That's because they haven't got the mental strength to win a trophy. And it's why France will get past them on Saturday.

Mbappe didnt train to day. You just never know do you?

Would I bet a wedge on England? No chance. But this squad is a very very good group of young (mainly) footballers, many who have travelled through the age groups and won actual cups and that. Many in the international footie scene have had their eyes on the players England might have in this 4-8 year cycle.

 

[Billy Dean]

Guess who'll have the last laugh on saturday when England get pumped by Les Bleu?

I still cant fathom this btw: Evertonians supporting England.

The embarrassment of it.

Peter Reid supports England, Dave.

 

[ToffeeTim]

Peter Reid supports England, Dave.

I'm guessing the top goalscorer for England supports England too...

 

[twoblue]

France are superior and will see off the Crusaders. Spain will pass England off the pitch. Their movement is light years ahead of those donkeys. Brazil...well...let's not go there. That would probably be too embarrassing even for me to laugh at.

The team you call crusaders are a multicultural, taking the knee football team.
Maybe the England side are too Marxist for you?

 

[davek]

Mbappe didnt train to day. You just never know do you?

Would I bet a wedge on England? No chance. But this squad is a very very good group of young (mainly) footballers, many who have travelled through the age groups and won actual cups and that. Many in the international footie scene have had their eyes on the players England might have in this 4-8 year cycle.

Lost count of the number of times I've heard that about England. Thery always fall short.

This is the typical tournament cycle of England we're seeing. All the hype and then the big collapse.

I wouldn't bank on Mbappe not making that game on Saturday, although it is revealing that the English media have pinned their hopes on it.

 

[twoblue]

Lost count of the number of times I've heard that about England. Thery always fall short.

This is the typical tournament cycle of England we're seeing. All the hype and then the big collapse.

I wouldn't bank on Mbappe not making that game on Saturday, although it is revealing that the English media have pinned their hopes on it.

Pretty hard to win a World Cup yanno

 

[davek]

Pretty hard to win a World Cup yanno

Of course it is. That's why England dont win any.

 

[4737carlin]

Of course it is. That's why England dont win any.

Fingers crossed this year we can do it, give something for Charles to talk about Christmas Day

 

[roydo]

Lost count of the number of times I've heard that about England. Thery always fall short.

This is the typical tournament cycle of England we're seeing. All the hype and then the big collapse.

I wouldn't bank on Mbappe not making that game on Saturday, although it is revealing that the English media have pinned their hopes on it.

You may be right mate. Not seen any media stuff about Mbappe, just a random tweet that may well be horlicks.

All but one side, in every single tournament fall short. If/when England do, I am confident it wont be a bottle job. Beaten by a better team. No shame in that.

 

[roydo]

Fingers crossed this year we can do it, give something for Charles to talk about Christmas Day

Reckon he might mention his Mum.

 

[Billy Dean]

@davek

Is Peter Reid an embarrassment? He supports England massively in both football and cricket. This was after a very quick search, there will be tons more.

 

[Mikey_Fitzgerald]

I think Morocco will do well

Shouldn't struggle too much with the conditions, should be well supported for the most part and they have some decent players

?

 

[davek]

You may be right mate. Not seen any media stuff about Mbappe, just a random tweet that may well be horlicks.

All but one side, in every single tournament fall short. If/when England do, I am confident it wont be a bottle job. Beaten by a better team. No shame in that.

I think history is on my side here.

They wont turn up against France. Flat track bullies who can see off Iran and Senegal.

The problem is that people believe the hype over the likes of Bellingham and Saka. They're competent and no more than that.

France have a clutch of players who will lead England a merry dance.

This is heading for a France v Brazil final IMO.

 

[Mikey_Fitzgerald]

Spain have been remarkably unremarkable in this tournament