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2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16

Posted by assassin User icon on June 28, 2026, 14:22:00

let's knock em out

Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

FRA with a PK…..

Posted by timmer User icon on July 9, 2026, 15:29:48, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

Miss.

Morocco gonna win this.

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(for rent)

That was awesome. *

Posted by harb User icon on July 9, 2026, 15:30:33, in reply to "FRA with a PK….."

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Miss.

Morocco gonna win this.

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

England red card getting a two match ban is very amusing*

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider User icon on July 9, 2026, 11:57:15, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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time for FIFXIT*

Posted by assassin User icon on July 9, 2026, 13:26:02, in reply to "England red card getting a two match ban is very amusing*"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Funny tweet I saw: Starmer called them up and they doubled it*

Posted by ECEIllinois User icon on July 9, 2026, 13:14:19, in reply to "England red card getting a two match ban is very amusing*"

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Cherundolo named US U-23 men's coach*

Posted by AintHatin User icon on July 9, 2026, 9:29:04, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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I hate that these games are all on during the day. The last few should all be night games.

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;' tabindex=0>$ on July 8, 2026, 10:26:32, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

Saturday will be awesome. Should be two great matches.

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You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

yeah that would do wonders for worldwide viewing*

Posted by Poldark User icon on July 8, 2026, 10:29:06, in reply to "I hate that these games are all on during the day. The last few should all be night games."

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Saturday will be awesome. Should be two great matches.

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Social Misfit who wants to coach Illinois women's basketball.

"The only thing the DSA hates more than Republicans is Democrats."

Maybe they should get a taste of what US fans of European-based sports have to do*

Posted by ECEIllinois User icon on July 8, 2026, 11:31:45, in reply to "yeah that would do wonders for worldwide viewing*"

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Saturday will be awesome. Should be two great matches.

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Fuck them. We're hosting this thing, it should be on when we want.*

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;' tabindex=0>$ on July 8, 2026, 10:34:30, in reply to "yeah that would do wonders for worldwide viewing*"

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Saturday will be awesome. Should be two great matches.

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You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

Hundo P*

Posted by illini21 User icon on July 9, 2026, 11:38:18, in reply to "Fuck them. We're hosting this thing, it should be on when we want.*"

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Saturday will be awesome. Should be two great matches.

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Gotta agree*

Posted by assassin User icon on July 9, 2026, 11:02:51, in reply to "Fuck them. We're hosting this thing, it should be on when we want.*"

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Saturday will be awesome. Should be two great matches.

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Somebody is always going to be mad no matter what time you play. It should always cater

to the host nation(s).

When there are 3-4 games per day of course they have to be spread out, but now with just one game it should be prime time IMO.

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Saturday will be awesome. Should be two great matches.

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You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

I for one actually enjoyed getting up at 3 and 4 in the morning when the 2002 World Cup

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on July 9, 2026, 11:52:36, in reply to "Somebody is always going to be mad no matter what time you play. It should always cater"

Was in Korea and Japan.

Though it did make me a passive watcher for other matches.

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to the host nation(s).

When there are 3-4 games per day of course they have to be spread out, but now with just one game it should be prime time IMO.

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Saturday will be awesome. Should be two great matches.

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Quite relevant New Yorker cartoon from yesterday

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 8, 2026, 7:56:42, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

https://www.newyorker.com/cartoons/daily-cartoon/tuesday-july-7th-death-stoppage-time

LOL Belgium did the Trump dance and sang YMCA in their locker room

Posted by ECEIllinois User icon on July 7, 2026, 22:23:52, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

https://x.com/BelgiumTouch/status/2074477153110864247

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I always cheer for who knocked my team out (with some exceptions)

Posted by TarheelIllini User icon on July 8, 2026, 8:51:42, in reply to "LOL Belgium did the Trump dance and sang YMCA in their locker room"

So now I’d like Belgium to win the whole thing even more

Recrudescence

LOL, they just earnt a new fan.*

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;' tabindex=0>$ on July 8, 2026, 8:27:22, in reply to "LOL Belgium did the Trump dance and sang YMCA in their locker room"

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https://x.com/BelgiumTouch/status/2074477153110864247

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You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

Just watched the Argentina/Egypt replay…holy shit that assist on the 3rd Argentina goal*

Posted by PapaDels User icon on July 7, 2026, 19:59:57, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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I have schweppervessence and wessonality.
Too sweet to be sour, too nice to be mean.
Radicalized by basic decency.

So, PK kickers only get one kick? If the ball bounces back, the kicker can’t kick it back in?*

Posted by bbonb User icon on July 7, 2026, 18:43:23, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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One touch in a shootout. If it’s during a game, the ball is in play*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 7, 2026, 20:08:52, in reply to "So, PK kickers only get one kick? If the ball bounces back, the kicker can’t kick it back in?*"

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Rule was refined regarding accidental immediate second touch*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 7, 2026, 20:44:19, in reply to "One touch in a shootout. If it’s during a game, the ball is in play*"

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But shooter can’t be the 2nd touch*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 7, 2026, 20:09:30, in reply to "One touch in a shootout. If it’s during a game, the ball is in play*"

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If the goalie saves it, the shooter can absolutely be the second touch*

Posted by Sounder User icon on July 7, 2026, 20:11:43, in reply to "But shooter can’t be the 2nd touch*"

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That would be the third touch*

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on July 7, 2026, 20:19:29, in reply to "If the goalie saves it, the shooter can absolutely be the second touch*"

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this*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 7, 2026, 20:40:51, in reply to "That would be the third touch*"

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It's the same rules as a direct free kick

Posted by Sounder User icon on July 9, 2026, 13:15:32, in reply to "this*"

the kicker can't kick it twice until someone else touches it.

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You've got the touch

Posted by IlliniSax05 User icon on July 7, 2026, 20:59:57, in reply to "this*"

You've got the powerrrrrrrrrrrrrr!

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

KC thought they were getting Messi v Ronaldo QF and nearly got Egypt v Swiss*

Posted by CWR10 User icon on July 7, 2026, 18:07:42, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Colombia fans filled stadiums everywhere they went like no other, bummed to see them lose*

Posted by OB25 User icon on July 7, 2026, 19:12:54, in reply to "KC thought they were getting Messi v Ronaldo QF and nearly got Egypt v Swiss*"

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

According to a friend, Ballpark Village in STL was packed with them during the match. *

Posted by harb User icon on July 7, 2026, 23:58:16, in reply to "Colombia fans filled stadiums everywhere they went like no other, bummed to see them lose*"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

Maybe no more PK’s for that guy*

Posted by OB25 User icon on July 7, 2026, 17:47:39, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Swiss miss. *

Posted by VIV User icon on July 7, 2026, 17:47:28, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Was coming here to post Swiss DON'T miss.*

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You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

ooo

Posted by ATL User icon on July 7, 2026, 17:47:51, in reply to "Swiss miss. *"

https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/msg/1783464397.html

“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Not sure about having a CB take your penalties *

Posted by ATL User icon on July 7, 2026, 17:46:37, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Not until you have to anyway.*

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard User icon on July 7, 2026, 17:58:12, in reply to "Not sure about having a CB take your penalties *"

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Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

“Surf is just a national treasure.” — Jackie

They're all missing off the crossbar or high*

Posted by UIHuskie User icon on July 7, 2026, 17:47:51, in reply to "Not sure about having a CB take your penalties *"

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Some pretty good evidence lately against it*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 7, 2026, 17:47:31, in reply to "Not sure about having a CB take your penalties *"

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With GER it was because four others chickened out.

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard User icon on July 7, 2026, 17:59:25, in reply to "Some pretty good evidence lately against it*"

In that case at least Tah had the guts to step up.

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Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

“Surf is just a national treasure.” — Jackie

True*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 7, 2026, 18:22:54, in reply to "With GER it was because four others chickened out."

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In that case at least Tah had the guts to step up.

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It’s so bad that when I see a Colombian miss a PK, I think: he’s dead*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 7, 2026, 17:46:04, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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And that story ain’t really what people think*

Posted by Chilango User icon on July 7, 2026, 17:59:21, in reply to "It’s so bad that when I see a Colombian miss a PK, I think: he’s dead*"

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I’ve enjoyed how spicy this PBP guy has been all tournament.

Posted by OB25 User icon on July 7, 2026, 17:31:40, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

Hates referees. Hates flopping. REALLY hates warm weather and never stops talking about it.

When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

What a miss. *

Posted by VIV User icon on July 7, 2026, 17:29:59, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Suggested rule change…

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard User icon on July 7, 2026, 16:47:07, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

Scoreless draws after 120 minutes result in both teams getting eliminated. That’ll unpark those buses.

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Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

“Surf is just a national treasure.” — Jackie

After 90, both teams go down to 9 men. *

Posted by VIV User icon on July 7, 2026, 17:31:42, in reply to "Suggested rule change…"

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Scoreless draws after 120 minutes result in both teams getting eliminated. That’ll unpark those buses.

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Granted I don't watch a lot of soccer

Posted by Sammich User icon on July 7, 2026, 17:04:51, in reply to "Suggested rule change…"

but I can't remember the last time I saw a team make any non-cynical effort to score in extra time. Just get rid of it.

What we've become is contrary to what we want
Take a bow

There's almost always one team praying for penalties

Posted by ijustkrushalot User icon on July 7, 2026, 17:47:06, in reply to "Granted I don't watch a lot of soccer"

Sometimes two

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but I can't remember the last time I saw a team make any non-cynical effort to score in extra time. Just get rid of it.

have the sprinklers go on randomly throughout the match*

Posted by bbonb User icon on July 7, 2026, 16:53:10, in reply to "Suggested rule change…"

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Scoreless draws after 120 minutes result in both teams getting eliminated. That’ll unpark those buses.

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in Extra Time, 2 live balls are in play at all times*

Posted by bbonb User icon on July 7, 2026, 17:00:32, in reply to "have the sprinklers go on randomly throughout the match*"

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Scoreless draws after 120 minutes result in both teams getting eliminated. That’ll unpark those buses.

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Johan BOHICA?*

Posted by VIV User icon on July 7, 2026, 16:25:09, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

I keep thinking the announcer is calling one of the players General Tso*

Posted by OB25 User icon on July 7, 2026, 16:47:49, in reply to "Johan BOHICA?*"

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

What's the matter, General Tso?

Posted by Sammich User icon on July 7, 2026, 17:05:18, in reply to "I keep thinking the announcer is calling one of the players General Tso*"

CHICKEN?!

What we've become is contrary to what we want
Take a bow

Looked it up, appears to be Djibril Sow*

Posted by OB25 User icon on July 7, 2026, 16:54:55, in reply to "I keep thinking the announcer is calling one of the players General Tso*"

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Go Colombia. Rooting for them and england*

Posted by CoronaTheirAss User icon on July 7, 2026, 16:06:52, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Columbia has a huge home field advantage*

Posted by bbonb User icon on July 7, 2026, 16:47:31, in reply to "Go Colombia. Rooting for them and england*"

rumour the USMNT Team manager and security head suspended

Posted by Poldark User icon on July 7, 2026, 15:24:17, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

by FIFA for yesterday's match

Social Misfit who wants to coach Illinois women's basketball.

"The only thing the DSA hates more than Republicans is Democrats."

did Balogun really get fined $40K for going on field after Bosnia game?*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 7, 2026, 16:02:59, in reply to "rumour the USMNT Team manager and security head suspended "

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by FIFA for yesterday's match

rumour is they flew to Azteca and greased up the barrier Jordan Henderson tried to leap*

Posted by Sammich User icon on July 7, 2026, 15:55:45, in reply to "rumour the USMNT Team manager and security head suspended "

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by FIFA for yesterday's match

What we've become is contrary to what we want
Take a bow

Still fighting the asymmetrical warfare of the American Revolution, I see*

Posted by ATL User icon on July 7, 2026, 15:58:22, in reply to "rumour is they flew to Azteca and greased up the barrier Jordan Henderson tried to leap*"

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by FIFA for yesterday's match

“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

The answer is Jay Cutler…

Posted by LeatherneckIllini User icon on July 7, 2026, 14:45:27, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

https://x.com/BetMGM/status/2074541898744619410?s=20

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30m viewers for FOX. Nice, that’s a lot of people to see us shit the bed *

Posted by MC User icon on July 7, 2026, 14:31:08, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

Two teams, one World Cup.*

Posted by DT User icon on July 7, 2026, 16:29:30, in reply to "30m viewers for FOX. Nice, that’s a lot of people to see us shit the bed *"

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What a crazy fucking game to get to watch. Brings up the age old question

Posted by CoronaTheirAss User icon on July 7, 2026, 13:26:14, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

Is it better to lose like the US or Egypt?

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At least 22 minutes old*

Posted by ATL User icon on July 7, 2026, 13:27:55, in reply to "What a crazy fucking game to get to watch. Brings up the age old question"

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Is it better to lose like the US or Egypt?

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

WC pet peeve that does not make sense

Posted by bbonb User icon on July 7, 2026, 13:16:33, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

Pluralizing country names:

“Argentina take on Egypt while Columbia face Switzerland”

ooo

Posted by ATL User icon on July 7, 2026, 13:18:43, in reply to "WC pet peeve that does not make sense"

https://www.englishgrammar.org/collective-nouns-british-english-singular-plural/

“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Spanish doesn’t do that, right?*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 7, 2026, 13:58:59, in reply to "ooo"

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https://www.englishgrammar.org/collective-nouns-british-english-singular-plural/

I don't believe so. I don't recollect the widespread use of collective nouns.

Posted by ATL User icon on July 7, 2026, 14:38:10, in reply to "Spanish doesn’t do that, right?*"

We don't use it much in US English though I think it exists.

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https://www.englishgrammar.org/collective-nouns-british-english-singular-plural/

“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

I think you could make a case that Mo was clipped in the box before Argentina scored*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 7, 2026, 13:00:53, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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a weak case*

Posted by cpsteine User icon on July 7, 2026, 13:18:04, in reply to "I think you could make a case that Mo was clipped in the box before Argentina scored*"

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but a case. I understand why Egypt would feel shorted after having their own goal called back

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 7, 2026, 13:25:52, in reply to "a weak case*"

by a foul. I'm not saying it was definitely a foul...but Mo's foot was definitely clipped.

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Is it worse to lose like this or lay a massive egg like last night?*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 7, 2026, 13:04:24, in reply to "I think you could make a case that Mo was clipped in the box before Argentina scored*"

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This is worse. US was never in it last night*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 7, 2026, 13:06:48, in reply to "Is it worse to lose like this or lay a massive egg like last night?*"

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respectfully disagree, we didn’t look like we belonged on the same field

Posted by memyselfandillini User icon on July 7, 2026, 15:10:30, in reply to "This is worse. US was never in it last night*"

humiliating demoralizing loss. 350 Million people and we can’t find a better goalie than that? Seems like we beat a bunch of patsies.

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This seems way worse. Hope is the worst *

Posted by MC User icon on July 7, 2026, 13:05:48, in reply to "Is it worse to lose like this or lay a massive egg like last night?*"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

Seems like every day there’s a new Game of the Tournament*

Posted by Herman Blume User icon on July 7, 2026, 12:59:11, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Similar to Belgium’s late rally from 2-0 vs Senegal*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 7, 2026, 13:07:03, in reply to "Seems like every day there’s a new Game of the Tournament*"

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Old enough to remember when it was Netherlands/Japan group stage match*

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on July 7, 2026, 13:00:23, in reply to "Seems like every day there’s a new Game of the Tournament*"

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wow wow wow wow wow*

Posted by Blazer User icon on July 7, 2026, 12:58:46, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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You just can’t kill them*

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on July 7, 2026, 12:57:33, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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And now ARG winning. Beautiful pass and header. *

Posted by harb User icon on July 7, 2026, 12:57:18, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

What a cross*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 7, 2026, 12:57:06, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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He’s old*

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on July 7, 2026, 12:49:11, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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HOLY FUCKING SHIT*

Posted by ATL User icon on July 7, 2026, 12:48:14, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

All square now. *

Posted by harb User icon on July 7, 2026, 12:47:38, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

Wowowow*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 7, 2026, 12:47:53, in reply to "All square now. *"

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That was unreal. Messi is just so good. *

Posted by harb User icon on July 7, 2026, 12:48:46, in reply to "Wowowow*"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

He's on-side. *

Posted by ATL User icon on July 7, 2026, 12:44:28, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Game on*

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on July 7, 2026, 12:43:58, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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I'm going to miss Mo so much

Posted by ijustkrushalot User icon on July 7, 2026, 12:33:14, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

gets shoved in the back and pulls of the outlet pass for the hockey assist after doing much of the work

Damn I was looking forward to a Colombia/Argentina matchup*

Posted by OB25 User icon on July 7, 2026, 12:32:08, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Imagine neither Brazil nor Argentina in quarters*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 7, 2026, 12:34:29, in reply to "Damn I was looking forward to a Colombia/Argentina matchup*"

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we're a swiss win away from completely deleting the western hemisphere from this event *

Posted by ijustkrushalot User icon on July 7, 2026, 12:37:03, in reply to "Imagine neither Brazil nor Argentina in quarters*"

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Awesome "fuck you" there *

Posted by ijustkrushalot User icon on July 7, 2026, 12:32:07, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Wow Egypt*

Posted by ATL User icon on July 7, 2026, 12:31:52, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

No. 5 WTF are you even doing?*

Posted by ATL User icon on July 7, 2026, 12:32:45, in reply to "Wow Egypt*"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Can’t take that one away. *

Posted by harb User icon on July 7, 2026, 12:31:30, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

but Messi is involved, they may find a way!*

Posted by shua User icon on July 7, 2026, 12:32:00, in reply to "Can’t take that one away. *"

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Nope. Another pretty effort*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 7, 2026, 12:31:48, in reply to "Can’t take that one away. *"

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That was picture perfect passing. *

Posted by harb User icon on July 7, 2026, 12:33:18, in reply to "Nope. Another pretty effort*"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

Replay lol*

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider User icon on July 7, 2026, 12:27:19, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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VAR sucks*

Posted by Mrap24 User icon on July 7, 2026, 12:25:18, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Wow…a gift of a lifeline to argentina*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 7, 2026, 12:25:03, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Such a fantastic goal - crazy use of VAR*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 7, 2026, 12:26:12, in reply to "Wow…a gift of a lifeline to argentina*"

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Such wonderful ball movement on these two goals, far superior to USA*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 7, 2026, 12:32:18, in reply to "Such a fantastic goal - crazy use of VAR*"

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Yes. Going to have to look at tightening things up with technology usage*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 7, 2026, 12:28:35, in reply to "Such a fantastic goal - crazy use of VAR*"

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The use of VAR is literally perfect - the foul that started the break which resulted in Egypts gol

Posted by RD User icon on July 7, 2026, 13:01:23, in reply to "Yes. Going to have to look at tightening things up with technology usage*"

Was called back. What else would you want VAR to do? That’s literally in the rules of usage.

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We had a foul an hour ago that went uncalled*

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on July 7, 2026, 12:25:43, in reply to "Wow…a gift of a lifeline to argentina*"

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A developing situation *

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on July 7, 2026, 12:23:19, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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scenes, absolute *

Posted by ijustkrushalot User icon on July 7, 2026, 12:23:35, in reply to "A developing situation *"

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oh now it's getting fun

Posted by ijustkrushalot User icon on July 7, 2026, 12:23:09, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Messi sucks

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 7, 2026, 11:24:20, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

At PKs lately. Only 3 of his last 6.

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Not sure whether I should be insulted or flattered by this comp.

Posted by OB25 User icon on July 7, 2026, 10:11:03, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

@oneilohio
Reminds me of when like Illinois is 4-0 and gets Ohio State at home and Big Noon Kickoff is there and then Ohio State wins 37-10.

https://x.com/oneilohio/status/2074311407928062420?s=61&t=obkYTPkbGlNfrGoozxL-mg

When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

September 2, 1995*

Posted by Sammich User icon on July 7, 2026, 10:30:30, in reply to "Not sure whether I should be insulted or flattered by this comp."

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What we've become is contrary to what we want
Take a bow

There’s no reason to believe we are better than this right? Round of 16 seems to be

Posted by bjl63 User icon on July 7, 2026, 9:19:53, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

our ceiling?

Seems we lack star power.

Are there young players coming up that can put us at a new level?

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The difference between being a Top 8 side in the world and a Top 16-20 is ginormous...

Posted by uofi1998 User icon on July 7, 2026, 12:46:40, in reply to "There’s no reason to believe we are better than this right? Round of 16 seems to be"

...and those that sit in the Top 8 aren't giving up their spots or losing their soccer/football culture anytime soon.

It is what it is... this generation just isn't what we hoped it would be.

Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

We were playing pretty well in the group stage, and on the front foot. Pressing, good movement

Posted by snipes824 User icon on July 7, 2026, 10:32:32, in reply to "There’s no reason to believe we are better than this right? Round of 16 seems to be"

So there were signs that maybe we did go up a level. But Belgium showed pretty clearly that we did not.

And then, of course, the defense and goaltending.

Thierry Henry said it best after the game. Essentially, there are levels to this shit. We are not at the top European level.

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We looked so incredibly nervous and jittery early, and never got into the game.

Posted by uofi1998 User icon on July 7, 2026, 12:58:11, in reply to "We were playing pretty well in the group stage, and on the front foot. Pressing, good movement"

Lots of autopsies to be done on this team, but the bottom line was the moment appeared to be too big for them, and by the time they started growing into the game, Richards & Freese biffed, and it was 3-1 and over.

I really liked the halftime adjustment going to, effectively, 2 in the back, and we were on the front foot... but without an early goal, you knew there was going to be a time where we got stretched... but never did I expect Freese to do that.

Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

feel like we've been stalled out at the same spot for about 24 years

Posted by ijustkrushalot User icon on July 7, 2026, 9:57:58, in reply to "There’s no reason to believe we are better than this right? Round of 16 seems to be"

the biggest change is that we have more midfield/attacking talent but we lost our edge at GK and defense in the meantime.

Yesterday sucked mostly because you thought that maybe we'd at least gone a half-level up... good speed on the wings, much better passing, better talent all around in the attacking half of the ball... but we got blown off the ball constantly by Belgium and the defensive mistakes... oh lordy

I mean we were ranked 17th, so...

Posted by AintHatin User icon on July 7, 2026, 9:26:34, in reply to "There’s no reason to believe we are better than this right? Round of 16 seems to be"

i know those ranking are pretty suspect, but it's not like we were a top team

as many others have stated i think the issue is the pipeline. the club/player development system is jacked up and always has been. more focused on profit than identifying and developing the best young talent. capitalism gonna capitalism.

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Doesn't the drain of athletes from other sports play a role, too?

Posted by IlliniOllie User icon on July 7, 2026, 10:58:49, in reply to "I mean we were ranked 17th, so..."

For example, if the athletic talent pool of NFL and college wide receivers and defensive backs had instead spent their entire lives growing up playing soccer, I would expect that a lot of them would be very good soccer players. They'd still have to be developed by a better program, but the raw athleticism coming into the program would be better overall.

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It's kind of a lazy narrative. Athletes migrate to what they do best.

Posted by uofi1998 User icon on July 7, 2026, 12:48:04, in reply to "Doesn't the drain of athletes from other sports play a role, too? "

Youth/rec soccer is everywhere in the US... I don't buy for 1 second we're just NBA/NFL athletes away from soccer dominance.

Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

yeah, that's not it IMO. players don't develop the same way here. they need more touches, smaller

Posted by cpsteine User icon on July 7, 2026, 12:39:44, in reply to "Doesn't the drain of athletes from other sports play a role, too? "

games, etc. what they don't need at ages 4-12: tournaments, travel, full-pitch tactics sessions. these guys are athletic enough; that's not the problem.

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Insofar as it limits the pool of available players, maybe

Posted by Blazer User icon on July 7, 2026, 12:03:34, in reply to "Doesn't the drain of athletes from other sports play a role, too? "

But athleticism/speed is not the issue. Skill/tactics is and always has been.

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It's a factor, but it should be one that can be overcome.

Posted by Sammich User icon on July 7, 2026, 11:39:33, in reply to "Doesn't the drain of athletes from other sports play a role, too? "

Population-wise, we're roughly equal to 30 Belgiums, so there's no reason we couldn't put together a comparable team to theirs, even with the "leftovers."

What we've become is contrary to what we want
Take a bow

Youth sports in our country need to be overhauled across the board

Posted by bjl63 User icon on July 7, 2026, 9:42:50, in reply to "I mean we were ranked 17th, so..."

Hard to play for fun anymore.

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Anyone that knows anything about soccer knew this team was going nowhere with Ream as the CB.

Posted by gullit User icon on July 7, 2026, 6:32:23, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

Pochettino's loyalty to him was odd he should have replaced him long time ago. He gave up two goals and Freeman jogging on the last two.

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We need to start harvesting athletic Dan Burns*

Posted by KCWildcat User icon on July 7, 2026, 7:54:05, in reply to "Anyone that knows anything about soccer knew this team was going nowhere with Ream as the CB."

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Pochettino's loyalty to him was odd he should have replaced him long time ago. He gave up two goals and Freeman jogging on the last two.

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I’m sure he wanted to but all the other options were also horrendous*

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on July 7, 2026, 7:02:27, in reply to "Anyone that knows anything about soccer knew this team was going nowhere with Ream as the CB."

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Pochettino's loyalty to him was odd he should have replaced him long time ago. He gave up two goals and Freeman jogging on the last two.

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Yup. Our back ups looked even worse in game 3 vs. Turkey*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 7, 2026, 7:46:29, in reply to "I’m sure he wanted to but all the other options were also horrendous*"

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Pochettino's loyalty to him was odd he should have replaced him long time ago. He gave up two goals and Freeman jogging on the last two.

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I still don't understand why Cameron Carter Vickers was not a part of this setup

Posted by ATL User icon on July 7, 2026, 7:06:55, in reply to "I’m sure he wanted to but all the other options were also horrendous*"

he's 28, playing at a high level (has been on the SPL team of the year several times), and has ball carrying and passing ability.

Maybe Poch doesn't like him from their time together at Spurs but I've never heard anything like that.

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

He ain’t it. Slow. We are grasping at non-existent straws*

Posted by uofi1998 User icon on July 7, 2026, 7:41:10, in reply to "I still don't understand why Cameron Carter Vickers was not a part of this setup"

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he's 28, playing at a high level (has been on the SPL team of the year several times), and has ball carrying and passing ability. Maybe Poch doesn't like him from their time together at Spurs but I've never heard anything like that.

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Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

Think he's injured*

Posted by ISeeDeadHawkeyes User icon on July 7, 2026, 7:12:55, in reply to "I still don't understand why Cameron Carter Vickers was not a part of this setup"

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Why did we come so nervy and anxious? Forget the press, we couldn’t connect on simple passes. *

Posted by MC User icon on July 6, 2026, 22:09:49, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

Tillman has been our key cog in the midfield. They crashed the shit out of him

Posted by VIV User icon on July 7, 2026, 8:09:05, in reply to "Why did we come so nervy and anxious? Forget the press, we couldn’t connect on simple passes. *"

he was pressed every time he got near the ball and would either turn it over or send it back where it came from. Pulisic was either too hurt or whatever to act as a secondary outlet and that's not Weston's strength, so we were pretty much fucked in trying to turn defense into offense.

Our entire attack became to bomb it deep into the channel and hope Balogun could run onto it or hope we could cause a turnover in the middle 1/3 and push it up the wings before Belgium could get back. In regular phase of play, Belgium was stifling anything that tried to pass through the middle.

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

100% this*

Posted by Blazer User icon on July 7, 2026, 13:01:15, in reply to "Tillman has been our key cog in the midfield. They crashed the shit out of him "

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It was wild to watch*

Posted by CWR10 User icon on July 7, 2026, 7:59:38, in reply to "Why did we come so nervy and anxious? Forget the press, we couldn’t connect on simple passes. *"

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Great question. *

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 7, 2026, 7:47:48, in reply to "Why did we come so nervy and anxious? Forget the press, we couldn’t connect on simple passes. *"

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Everything Trump touches dies. See Knicks Game 3*

Posted by Sounder User icon on July 7, 2026, 0:03:58, in reply to "Why did we come so nervy and anxious? Forget the press, we couldn’t connect on simple passes. *"

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Everything Trump touches dies. See Knicks Game 3*

Posted by Sounder User icon on July 7, 2026, 0:03:58, in reply to "Why did we come so nervy and anxious? Forget the press, we couldn’t connect on simple passes. *"

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No surprise: player ratings on espn.com piece are grim

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 6, 2026, 22:02:56, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

Only Tillman and Balogun with 5 among the starters. Some ratings of 2 say a whole lot, especially when its Pulisic and the keeper.

https://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/49291738/usmnt-player-ratings-pulisic-co-struggle-world-cup-exit

The face that CV looked better vs fucking Argentina than we did at home vs Belgium is such shit*

Posted by MC User icon on July 6, 2026, 22:02:39, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

Was fun to watch the U.S. look pretty good in meaningful soccer for a month.

Posted by JFG User icon on July 6, 2026, 22:02:17, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

100% terrible and dazed directly out of the gate tonight, but awesome we won our group and won a knockout game.

Made the last few weeks awesome.

The disappointment is a reflection of the success they had.

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Good answer….now get better players*

Posted by TarheelIllini User icon on July 6, 2026, 22:34:40, in reply to "Was fun to watch the U.S. look pretty good in meaningful soccer for a month."

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100% terrible and dazed directly out of the gate tonight, but awesome we won our group and won a knockout game.

Made the last few weeks awesome. The disappointment is a reflection of the success they had.

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Recrudescence

Is 4-1 the equivalent of 35-3 in the NFL?*

Posted by bbonb User icon on July 6, 2026, 21:25:05, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Going back to the Pulisic “hate.” He had one good half in the whole damn tournament and then a

Posted by LovetheChief User icon on July 6, 2026, 21:22:41, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

Whole lot of nothing. Not big enough, fast enough, strong enough to compete and prob wouldn’t make the roster of the Argentina and the top 6 European teams. That’s not hate. That’s the eye test.

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He just didn't turn out to be the player people thought he was going to be *

Posted by QcIlliniFan User icon on July 7, 2026, 1:43:57, in reply to "Going back to the Pulisic “hate.” He had one good half in the whole damn tournament and then a "

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Valid criticism is one thing. Reductive hyperbole absent context is another*

Posted by Blazer User icon on July 6, 2026, 21:41:44, in reply to "Going back to the Pulisic “hate.” He had one good half in the whole damn tournament and then a "

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He has had 1 goal and 4 assists this calendar year in 27 appearances

Posted by OrangeSox User icon on July 6, 2026, 23:26:50, in reply to "Valid criticism is one thing. Reductive hyperbole absent context is another*"

that is unacceptable production from an attacking wing player. That lone goal was scored in an international friendly.

That is an extended duration of time, and fair to criticise. He's playing his way out of a guaranteed starting spot for club and country.

Yes, all of that is fair to criticize. I'm not disputing that.

Posted by Blazer User icon on July 6, 2026, 23:48:25, in reply to "He has had 1 goal and 4 assists this calendar year in 27 appearances "

If anyone cares to check the thread below, I was also calling for him to come off at the start of the half. His poor play in this game (and others) warrants criticism.

What is not fair is ignoring the obvious context that he has not been healthy for most of this calendar year, and probably most of this tournament.

His level of play for Milan had not fallen off last fall until the injuries in December, when he was playing at or near the same level he had been the previous two seasons for Milan. And as was discussed below, what remains to be seen is if his body is completely breaking down, or if he can get fully healthy again.

That said, noting his current level of production is not enough is one thing, and fair game. I had no problem with calling for him to come off at half.

But suggesting his career is finished, that he wouldn't even make the roster on other top national teams, or that we should dread the possibility that he'll be back for USMNT in four years is another entirely. That's the hyperbole I was referencing (and not pointing fingers at you for that).

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Posted by CoronaTheirAss User icon on July 6, 2026, 21:29:01, in reply to "Going back to the Pulisic “hate.” He had one good half in the whole damn tournament and then a "

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I do have to say I love Adams and McKennie. Warriors*

Posted by CoronaTheirAss User icon on July 6, 2026, 21:17:30, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Def a Weston fan*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 6, 2026, 21:18:44, in reply to "I do have to say I love Adams and McKennie. Warriors*"

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Agreed. Me too. Two tough guys.*

Posted by LovetheChief User icon on July 6, 2026, 21:18:19, in reply to "I do have to say I love Adams and McKennie. Warriors*"

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Something tells me USMNT will be irrelevant for the next decade. I still cant get over the 3rd

Posted by LovetheChief User icon on July 6, 2026, 21:17:04, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

Goal. Complete clown show from keeper and CB

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That was the goal where ya knew this wasn't happening *

Posted by QcIlliniFan User icon on July 7, 2026, 1:45:25, in reply to "Something tells me USMNT will be irrelevant for the next decade. I still cant get over the 3rd "

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Goal. Complete clown show from keeper and CB

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I guess we don’t have to worry about that asterisk that everyone was worried about with Balogun

Posted by harb User icon on July 6, 2026, 21:40:51, in reply to "Something tells me USMNT will be irrelevant for the next decade. I still cant get over the 3rd "

Playing.

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Goal. Complete clown show from keeper and CB

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

the second goal was worse.

Posted by memyselfandillini User icon on July 6, 2026, 21:31:40, in reply to "Something tells me USMNT will be irrelevant for the next decade. I still cant get over the 3rd "

basically a copy of the first one. Weah terrible, no challenges on the ball, goalie nowhere nearby. They did nothing to try to adjust or get their energy up and fight back after the first goal. The third goal was top 5 stupidest plays of the tournament.

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Goal. Complete clown show from keeper and CB

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I’ve seen better soccer in U10 games*

Posted by bbonb User icon on July 6, 2026, 21:19:44, in reply to "Something tells me USMNT will be irrelevant for the next decade. I still cant get over the 3rd "

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Goal. Complete clown show from keeper and CB

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Qualifying for the WC and the knockouts is now very, very easy.*

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on July 6, 2026, 21:17:35, in reply to "Something tells me USMNT will be irrelevant for the next decade. I still cant get over the 3rd "

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Goal. Complete clown show from keeper and CB

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*Italian hand gestures* *

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard User icon on July 6, 2026, 21:19:47, in reply to "Qualifying for the WC and the knockouts is now very, very easy.*"

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Goal. Complete clown show from keeper and CB

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Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

“Surf is just a national treasure.” — Jackie

So looking forward to 2030...

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on July 6, 2026, 21:14:59, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

Pulisic: 31
Balogun: 29
Dest: 29
Tillman: 28
Adams: 31
McKennie: 31
Robinson: 32
Ream: 95
Richards: 30
Freeman: 25

Reyna: 27
Berhalter: 29
Pepi: 27
Arfsten: 29
Wright: 32

Almost every guy on our bench will be 30+.

Gonna need a looooooooooooot of youngsters to emerge.

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I can still see Tillman, Balo, Adams, McKennie, and Freeman starting *

Posted by MC User icon on July 6, 2026, 22:04:13, in reply to "So looking forward to 2030..."

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Pulisic: 31
Balogun: 29
Dest: 29
Tillman: 28
Adams: 31
McKennie: 31
Robinson: 32
Ream: 95
Richards: 30
Freeman: 25

Reyna: 27
Berhalter: 29
Pepi: 27
Arfsten: 29
Wright: 32 Almost every guy on our bench will be 30+.

Gonna need a looooooooooooot of youngsters to emerge.

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

Go Cape Verde!*

Posted by memyselfandillini User icon on July 6, 2026, 21:35:22, in reply to "So looking forward to 2030..."

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Cavan Sullivan, Noahkai Banks, and Mathis Albert will be pretty exciting by then*

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on July 6, 2026, 21:29:19, in reply to "So looking forward to 2030..."

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lol Ream*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 6, 2026, 21:16:12, in reply to "So looking forward to 2030..."

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Pulisic: 31
Balogun: 29
Dest: 29
Tillman: 28
Adams: 31
McKennie: 31
Robinson: 32
Ream: 95
Richards: 30
Freeman: 25

Reyna: 27
Berhalter: 29
Pepi: 27
Arfsten: 29
Wright: 32

Gonna need a looooooooooooot of youngsters to emerge.

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has 2030 location been named yet?*

Posted by DanSaint User icon on July 6, 2026, 21:15:48, in reply to "So looking forward to 2030..."

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6 countries..3 continents *

Posted by QcIlliniFan User icon on July 7, 2026, 1:47:38, in reply to "has 2030 location been named yet?*"

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Spain Portugal and ?*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 6, 2026, 21:16:36, in reply to "has 2030 location been named yet?*"

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Morocco*

Posted by OrangeSox User icon on July 6, 2026, 21:18:55, in reply to "Spain Portugal and ?*"

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Thank you*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 6, 2026, 21:24:05, in reply to "Morocco*"

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And the random Uruguay match*

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on July 6, 2026, 21:24:54, in reply to "Thank you*"

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Excuse was the 100 year anniversary but allowed them to do 2034 in Saudi Arabia, right?*

Posted by illini222 User icon on July 6, 2026, 22:44:37, in reply to "And the random Uruguay match*"

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Drink Everytime Brad Underwood says "Elite" in a press conference.

That + Morocco (Africa) for 2030 meant Cup would go to Asia or Oceania

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 7, 2026, 9:53:58, in reply to "Excuse was the 100 year anniversary but allowed them to do 2034 in Saudi Arabia, right?*"

So that was a setup.

Lets FIFA count having a WC in South America without really having it*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 6, 2026, 21:58:35, in reply to "And the random Uruguay match*"

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Right. Those are early games in those places*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 6, 2026, 21:27:55, in reply to "And the random Uruguay match*"

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Uruguay, Paraguay and Argentina. I’m kinda excited about taking a trip to Iberia and Morocco.*

Posted by ATL User icon on July 6, 2026, 21:26:36, in reply to "And the random Uruguay match*"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

I'm dejected *

Posted by QcIlliniFan User icon on July 6, 2026, 21:08:57, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Yep. This was supposed to be different *

Posted by MC User icon on July 6, 2026, 21:12:46, in reply to "I'm dejected *"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

Same. Losing sucks worse when you know the team didn’t play as well as it could.

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 6, 2026, 21:11:05, in reply to "I'm dejected *"

And when you’ve played the game your whole life it’s just heart breaking.

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That was a worse ass kicking than the last time we played them*

Posted by CoronaTheirAss User icon on July 6, 2026, 21:07:14, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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So…keep Poch for the run to 2030 or no?*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 6, 2026, 21:05:03, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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We offered, I think. But I bet he declines. *

Posted by assassin User icon on July 6, 2026, 21:05:40, in reply to "So…keep Poch for the run to 2030 or no?*"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

I don’t think it matters if he comes back*

Posted by CoronaTheirAss User icon on July 6, 2026, 21:06:29, in reply to "We offered, I think. But I bet he declines. *"

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Nah, prolly not. -*

Posted by assassin User icon on July 6, 2026, 21:12:34, in reply to "I don’t think it matters if he comes back*"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

The defending was complete amateur hour

Posted by UIHuskie User icon on July 6, 2026, 21:03:31, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

Freese and Ream were clear liabilities going into the tournament and in the end both really cost them. They've got to find a young goalkeeper they can start developing.

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Agreed*

Posted by CoronaTheirAss User icon on July 6, 2026, 21:06:01, in reply to "The defending was complete amateur hour"

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Freese and Ream were clear liabilities going into the tournament and in the end both really cost them. They've got to find a young goalkeeper they can start developing.

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Chris Brady of Chicago Fire? #3 this tournament.

Posted by Poldark User icon on July 6, 2026, 21:05:46, in reply to "The defending was complete amateur hour"

assuming Pochettino leaves you can still attract a quality head coach with Ken Griffin money.

Social Misfit who wants to coach Illinois women's basketball.

"The only thing the DSA hates more than Republicans is Democrats."

He'd be a good place to start

Posted by UIHuskie User icon on July 6, 2026, 21:10:19, in reply to "Chris Brady of Chicago Fire? #3 this tournament. "

He's got a bunch of MLS experience at a young age for a GK and they have some time now where he can get his feet wet in friendlies. Slonina going to Chelsea and getting lost in their loan farm has been terrible for his career and for the US.

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assuming Pochettino leaves you can still attract a quality head coach with Ken Griffin money.

Yeah. Keeper and center backs. Just a massive hole in the program right now*

Posted by Blazer User icon on July 6, 2026, 21:05:33, in reply to "The defending was complete amateur hour"

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Freese and Ream were clear liabilities going into the tournament and in the end both really cost them. They've got to find a young goalkeeper they can start developing.

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That fucking sucked *

Posted by MC User icon on July 6, 2026, 21:03:01, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

Go Spain *

Posted by Randle McMurphy User icon on July 6, 2026, 21:02:23, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Worst game the US has played but Belgium might have been part of that. *

Posted by harb User icon on July 6, 2026, 21:01:34, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

No sno cones after the game!*

Posted by bbonb User icon on July 6, 2026, 21:00:23, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Pretty much met expectations. Shrug*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 6, 2026, 21:00:14, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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2 word review

Posted by VIV User icon on July 6, 2026, 21:00:06, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

Shit sandwich

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

One word(?) review…

Posted by DocWalk20 User icon on July 6, 2026, 21:06:02, in reply to "2 word review"

https://x.com/jwerner247/status/1601662651796709376?s=61&t=wX2ud4efAL_

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lol*

Posted by Blazer User icon on July 6, 2026, 21:06:55, in reply to "ooo"

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https://x.com/jwerner247/status/1601662651796709376?s=61&t=wX2ud4efAL_

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Literally nobody played well. Just awful *

Posted by uofi1998 User icon on July 6, 2026, 21:02:34, in reply to "2 word review"

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Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

Yea*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 6, 2026, 21:00:42, in reply to "2 word review"

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Oh well*

Posted by Blazer User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:59:23, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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4-1 actually flattered us. *

Posted by VIV User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:59:05, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

They scored 4 meh goals that really couldn’t have been easier.*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:58:23, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Dupe*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:58:18, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Trump’d. *

Posted by assassin User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:58:05, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Everything he touches dies*

Posted by ATL User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:59:21, in reply to "Trump’d. *"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Just LOL*

Posted by VIV User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:57:33, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Yeah, passing has been so poor*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:58:30, in reply to "Just LOL*"

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So "no big deal" just scored.*

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:57:23, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

“Surf is just a national treasure.” — Jackie

He’s a sub these days, not just today *

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 6, 2026, 21:00:08, in reply to "So "no big deal" just scored.*"

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Round of 16 is our ceiling I guess. *

Posted by MC User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:56:49, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

nm*

Posted by Blazer User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:56:48, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Tillman had an excellent second half*

Posted by Blazer User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:56:47, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Time to pick a bandwagon team*

Posted by LeatherneckIllini User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:53:30, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Nah*

Posted by VIV User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:56:27, in reply to "Time to pick a bandwagon team*"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Go Norway

Posted by IlliniSax05 User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:54:25, in reply to "Time to pick a bandwagon team*"

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

Yep*

Posted by bjl63 User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:59:18, in reply to "Go Norway"

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Also, Belgium was so sure they were better that they didn’t bother starting 3 starters? Is that what

Posted by LovetheChief User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:48:11, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

Happened?

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Played a squad designed to beat our press and attack Dest’s side. *

Posted by assassin User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:56:53, in reply to "Also, Belgium was so sure they were better that they didn’t bother starting 3 starters? Is that what"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

The goals came from the left, but they were equal opportunity abusers of our wingers.*

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on July 6, 2026, 21:33:03, in reply to "Played a squad designed to beat our press and attack Dest’s side. *"

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I think their strategy was to tire us out then bring in their big hitters

Posted by IlliniSax05 User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:51:08, in reply to "Also, Belgium was so sure they were better that they didn’t bother starting 3 starters? Is that what"

Not "we're so good we'll beat you with our backups," not that I'm some great soccer-knower.

Of course that's what ended up happening, so...

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

No. They wanted them fresh for 2nd half

Posted by Stu User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:50:29, in reply to "Also, Belgium was so sure they were better that they didn’t bother starting 3 starters? Is that what"

Strategery

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Chicken Little poster child

No, Lukaku isn't really fit enough anymore to start

Posted by UIHuskie User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:49:59, in reply to "Also, Belgium was so sure they were better that they didn’t bother starting 3 starters? Is that what"

I think starting with KDB on the bench was tactical, and it worked. I think Belgium was really worried about their lack of mobility against us.

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Is this the wet fart ending to Pulisics US career? Won’t be back in 4 years right? *

Posted by LovetheChief User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:44:44, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Will depend a lot on whether his body is just breaking down or if he returns to full health

Posted by Blazer User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:49:40, in reply to "Is this the wet fart ending to Pulisics US career? Won’t be back in 4 years right? *"

If he’s able to get healthy again and stay there, he’ll be back for another run

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He's 27, he'll be back*

Posted by UIHuskie User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:45:14, in reply to "Is this the wet fart ending to Pulisics US career? Won’t be back in 4 years right? *"

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Oh goodie.*

Posted by LovetheChief User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:47:20, in reply to "He's 27, he'll be back*"

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The Pulisic hate in this thread is really bizarre

Posted by Blazer User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:50:52, in reply to "Oh goodie.*"

Had a terrible game, sure, but so did approximately 12 other players

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One of our best players playing terribly is gonna get some criticism*

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:55:39, in reply to "The Pulisic hate in this thread is really bizarre "

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Had a terrible game, sure, but so did approximately 12 other players

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When you’re the best player on the team,

Posted by VIV User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:55:36, in reply to "The Pulisic hate in this thread is really bizarre "

You’re going to get criticized when you’re a net negative on the biggest stage

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Had a terrible game, sure, but so did approximately 12 other players

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

This isnt the time to be the fucking fan police

Posted by ISeeDeadHawkeyes User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:53:33, in reply to "The Pulisic hate in this thread is really bizarre "

Getting our asses kicked, let people vent

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Agreed*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:52:00, in reply to "The Pulisic hate in this thread is really bizarre "

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Had a terrible game, sure, but so did approximately 12 other players

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Robinson has been so bad, what a dud performance *

Posted by MC User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:41:19, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

huh?*

Posted by Blazer User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:44:34, in reply to "Robinson has been so bad, what a dud performance *"

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0.28 is higher than I thought *

Posted by ISeeDeadHawkeyes User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:40:19, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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My observations

Posted by TarheelIllini User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:39:10, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

Belgium closes on the ball fast and every time. They don’t allow the US to set up any plays.

We don’t. We allow them to make unprepared passes repeatedly.

They are a very fast club.

Ream has played an awful game

Recrudescence

It sucks being outclassed but they are just the better team. *

Posted by harb User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:35:25, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

I don’t know if we’ve won any matchup head to head. *

Posted by VIV User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:38:50, in reply to "It sucks being outclassed but they are just the better team. *"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Belgium dominated the friendly earlier this year*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:36:35, in reply to "It sucks being outclassed but they are just the better team. *"

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Yep. Guess I need to pull out my Belgium jersey for the rest of the tourney. *

Posted by harb User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:37:15, in reply to "Belgium dominated the friendly earlier this year*"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

We don’t have anyone who can win a duel with Lukaku or stay near Doku*

Posted by VIV User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:32:52, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Doku gonna chew us up and spit us out*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:30:07, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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have to at least be respectable to draw in fair weather and fringe fans

Posted by Nobster User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:27:35, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

this game is not respectable

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I cannot believe we haven’t replaced Tim Howard *

Posted by MC User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:27:15, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

The ongoing lack of center backs is far more concerning

Posted by Blazer User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:30:23, in reply to "I cannot believe we haven’t replaced Tim Howard *"

Tim Ream is our second best option and it’s not remotely close. That remains a huge problem (and I’m not much of a Chris Richards fan either)

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Voldemort was respectable for a couple of years there. *

Posted by VIV User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:29:15, in reply to "I cannot believe we haven’t replaced Tim Howard *"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

We had about 20 years or whatever it was of Keller, Friedel, and Howard

Posted by UIHuskie User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:28:49, in reply to "I cannot believe we haven’t replaced Tim Howard *"

And now we can't find anybody remotely capable.

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Tough game for old man Ream*

Posted by Blazer User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:24:09, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Partially at fault or worse for every goal*

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:27:08, in reply to "Tough game for old man Ream*"

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That clearance attempt is wrong technically but the effort there is even worse

Posted by RD User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:33:08, in reply to "Partially at fault or worse for every goal*"

Ream has more fault than Freese who caused it. Clearing a ball is his job.

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Let’s not get crazy, Freeze was certainly the most at fault there.*

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:52:57, in reply to "That clearance attempt is wrong technically but the effort there is even worse "

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Ream has more fault than Freese who caused it. Clearing a ball is his job.

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All he has to do is deflect it nearly anywhere.

Posted by VIV User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:34:10, in reply to "That clearance attempt is wrong technically but the effort there is even worse "

Instead he tripped over his feet.

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Looks up and down bench for Diego Luna*

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:24:04, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Why do they look like a Junior College soccer team? *

Posted by Randle McMurphy User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:23:57, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Good news for Freese is he doesn’t play for Colombia*

Posted by LeatherneckIllini User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:23:27, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Hell of a game to collectively shit our pants*

Posted by ISeeDeadHawkeyes User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:22:56, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Thanks for hobbling around for 5 minutes when you clearly couldn't play, Pulisic!*

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:22:51, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Insane by freese*

Posted by snipes824 User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:22:33, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Truly unbelievable *

Posted by PapaDels User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:23:32, in reply to "Insane by freese*"

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I have schweppervessence and wessonality.
Too sweet to be sour, too nice to be mean.
Radicalized by basic decency.

Did he kick the ground instead of the ball?*

Posted by gvibes User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:22:22, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Yea*

Posted by Orangeillini User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:23:16, in reply to "Did he kick the ground instead of the ball?*"

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That is Rob Green embarrassing *

Posted by VIV User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:22:20, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Uh, Freese, what are you doing*

Posted by Blazer User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:22:17, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Embarrassing.*

Posted by voiceofreason User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:22:07, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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It was fun until it wasnt*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:21:45, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Time for the country to go back to not caring about the sport for another 4 years

Posted by IlliniSax05 User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:23:21, in reply to "It was fun until it wasnt*"

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

Nope - total amateur shit *

Posted by RD User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:21:44, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Whatever Freese and Ream - loser shit *

Posted by RD User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:22:39, in reply to "Nope - total amateur shit *"

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Wtf*

Posted by John Coctostan User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:21:38, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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lol*

Posted by gvibes User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:21:22, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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welp*

Posted by biclops User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:21:15, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Don't take offense, better make amends
Rip it all to shreds and let it go

Berhalter for Pulisic *

Posted by RD User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:21:04, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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US really doesn’t wanna outlet through Freeman*

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:19:16, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Man even as a novice, pretty clear that’s a ball bel is gonna do something with and we just don’t*

Posted by John Coctostan User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:18:57, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Great diagonal ball. Abysmal first touch*

Posted by VIV User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:18:37, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Pulisic is on tilt. So sped up*

Posted by CWR10 User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:13:47, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Pulisic has to come off. He is killing every attack*

Posted by Blazer User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:13:45, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Would be nice to win some of these 1 on 1 battles*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:12:09, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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As a casual soccer guy at best, can someone explain why Pulisic is considered our best player?

Posted by bjl63 User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:09:20, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

Others seem better

When he’s fully healthy, nobody has the same combination of speed, skill, and power

Posted by Blazer User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:20:35, in reply to "As a casual soccer guy at best, can someone explain why Pulisic is considered our best player?"

However, he has been banged up for the better part of of a year now, and it’s not clear if he has simply lost the physical advantages that made him our best player, or if he just needs to get healthy (or if he ever can get fully healthy again)

And if he is on the down swing from his prime, the fact remains that he had a 5-7 year stretch no American player has ever come close to.

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Others seem better

Also as a casual fan, I think he’s our most marketable. Not best.

Posted by tvillini User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:13:22, in reply to "As a casual soccer guy at best, can someone explain why Pulisic is considered our best player?"

Pulisic hate is like frank williams hate*

Posted by CoronaTheirAss User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:15:01, in reply to "Also as a casual fan, I think he’s our most marketable. Not best."

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The media treats him as our top guy. But is he?

Posted by bjl63 User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:18:01, in reply to "Pulisic hate is like frank williams hate*"

From my amateur eyes, others seem to be more impactful

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Yes but we have lots of good guys. Bad game for him though*

Posted by CoronaTheirAss User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:20:26, in reply to "The media treats him as our top guy. But is he? "

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From my amateur eyes, others seem to be more impactful

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Good sub*

Posted by CoronaTheirAss User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:09:09, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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I just don’t know who you bring in. Big drop off in talent. Gio? Haji?*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:01:31, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Berhalter probably should come on. Aaronson too*

Posted by OrangeSox User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:06:46, in reply to "I just don’t know who you bring in. Big drop off in talent. Gio? Haji?*"

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Not sure if Trusty is fit but he might be better than Ream, who was bad*

Posted by OrangeSox User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:07:43, in reply to "Berhalter probably should come on. Aaronson too*"

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Defense bench is thin; wasn’t good v Turkey*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:06:36, in reply to "I just don’t know who you bring in. Big drop off in talent. Gio? Haji?*"

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Freddy Adu*

Posted by bbonb User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:05:19, in reply to "I just don’t know who you bring in. Big drop off in talent. Gio? Haji?*"

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I’m not a soccer person so feel free to mock me, but Belgium’s collective ability

Posted by GMAW User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:00:45, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

Re-direct to teammates even difficult balls is amazing. They never make a bad pass

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Second balls is a huge part of the game. That’s intentional and that’s how you control the field *

Posted by MC User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:04:19, in reply to "I’m not a soccer person so feel free to mock me, but Belgium’s collective ability "

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Re-direct to teammates even difficult balls is amazing. They never make a bad pass

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

We’ve tried some one touch stuff that’s just gone directly into them.

Posted by assassin User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:06:42, in reply to "Second balls is a huge part of the game. That’s intentional and that’s how you control the field *"

And we have the space. Just not executing.

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Re-direct to teammates even difficult balls is amazing. They never make a bad pass

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Belgium is a top 10 team for a reason*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:02:25, in reply to "I’m not a soccer person so feel free to mock me, but Belgium’s collective ability "

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Re-direct to teammates even difficult balls is amazing. They never make a bad pass

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That’s why they are top 10 in the world. *

Posted by harb User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:01:40, in reply to "I’m not a soccer person so feel free to mock me, but Belgium’s collective ability "

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Re-direct to teammates even difficult balls is amazing. They never make a bad pass

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

List of guys playing well: . End of list. *

Posted by MC User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:00:00, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

These passes are terrible. Team is out of sync *

Posted by MC User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:58:08, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

The number of brick-footed touches…*

Posted by cpsteine User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:56:26, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

Pulisic doesn't deserve to play the 2nd half. he's been wretched*

Posted by OrangeSox User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:56:09, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Same, but Dest.*

Posted by VIV User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:57:33, in reply to "Pulisic doesn't deserve to play the 2nd half. he's been wretched*"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

that's fine too*

Posted by OrangeSox User icon on July 6, 2026, 20:00:02, in reply to "Same, but Dest.*"

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If Freese played with an ounce of confidence he punches away their second goal*

Posted by CWR10 User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:55:37, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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I don't think he could get to it*

Posted by UIHuskie User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:58:23, in reply to "If Freese played with an ounce of confidence he punches away their second goal*"

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That was painful and depressing. But down 1…should be worse*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:54:46, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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They’ve completely stifled both our attack and our press

Posted by snipes824 User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:53:51, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

We’ve played like utter shit, but the step up in competition is real.

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Yeah, it's been both. They're obviously the best team we've played

Posted by UIHuskie User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:55:07, in reply to "They’ve completely stifled both our attack and our press "

And they're set up correctly to negate what we usually attempt to do. But we are also, collectively, playing like garbage.

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We’ve played like utter shit, but the step up in competition is real.

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Yep*

Posted by snipes824 User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:59:46, in reply to "Yeah, it's been both. They're obviously the best team we've played"

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And they're set up correctly to negate what we usually attempt to do. But we are also, collectively, playing like garbage.

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We’ve played like utter shit, but the step up in competition is real.

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Fitting end to Pulisics half*

Posted by ISeeDeadHawkeyes User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:53:01, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Really sad to see. Wonder if he’s 100%.

Posted by Blazer User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:56:31, in reply to "Fitting end to Pulisics half*"

He looked so sharp in his run against Turkey and was mostly fine last game.

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Either way he has to come off*

Posted by ISeeDeadHawkeyes User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:58:18, in reply to "Really sad to see. Wonder if he’s 100%. "

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He looked so sharp in his run against Turkey and was mostly fine last game.

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The attack is so disorganized on the rare occasion we get a breakaway*

Posted by Blazer User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:49:54, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Everybody is way too hurried in possession*

Posted by UIHuskie User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:51:58, in reply to "The attack is so disorganized on the rare occasion we get a breakaway*"

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No comparison on passing*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:51:34, in reply to "The attack is so disorganized on the rare occasion we get a breakaway*"

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At this point, just get to the half down only one. Woof*

Posted by VIV User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:49:47, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

If I’m Poch I’m taking Pulisic off at half. He’s either hurt or tuned out.

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:49:27, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

Can’t press with a guy in your front 4 that won’t run.

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Dest and Pulisic have to be off *

Posted by RD User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:50:37, in reply to "If I’m Poch I’m taking Pulisic off at half. He’s either hurt or tuned out. "

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Can’t press with a guy in your front 4 that won’t run.

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If you’re gonna have a winger give the ball away every time, put Aaronson on.

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:54:09, in reply to "Dest and Pulisic have to be off *"

He’ll at least run and try and win it back.

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Can’t press with a guy in your front 4 that won’t run.

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It’s impossible to press them - they have 1 more every time and when they get close to

Posted by RD User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:56:45, in reply to "If you’re gonna have a winger give the ball away every time, put Aaronson on."

Tielemans he’s going to make you regret it because he’s got both feet and amazing vision.

I like Weah for Dest. Anyone that can run for Pulisic because you can’t play down a man.

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He’ll at least run and try and win it back.

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Can’t press with a guy in your front 4 that won’t run.

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That Pulisic corner maybe shows he’s hurt *

Posted by RD User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:53:09, in reply to "Dest and Pulisic have to be off *"

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Can’t press with a guy in your front 4 that won’t run.

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Does Pulisic know the game started?*

Posted by ISeeDeadHawkeyes User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:50:03, in reply to "If I’m Poch I’m taking Pulisic off at half. He’s either hurt or tuned out. "

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Can’t press with a guy in your front 4 that won’t run.

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lol what, I'll just barrel straight in and bounce off his chest*

Posted by RVA User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:48:45, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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I can't believe Dest played 70+ games for Barcelona in his early 20's*

Posted by UIHuskie User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:48:41, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Should be 3. No one within 5 feet of him. What is going on?*

Posted by VIV User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:44:05, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Everyone so fucking timid*

Posted by CoronaTheirAss User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:42:56, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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What is Pulisic doing defensively? Other than nothing.*

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:39:12, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Really really bad*

Posted by Blazer User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:42:10, in reply to "What is Pulisic doing defensively? Other than nothing.*"

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Let’s be honest…not much good from anyone*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:42:56, in reply to "Really really bad*"

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Robinson the only one who hasn’t been actively bad

Posted by Blazer User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:44:59, in reply to "Let’s be honest…not much good from anyone*"

Save Tillman’s goal and two nice saves from Freese

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Balo has been mostly fine too. Not much he can do under these circumstances*

Posted by Blazer User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:51:28, in reply to "Robinson the only one who hasn’t been actively bad "

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Save Tillman’s goal and two nice saves from Freese

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Fair in both cases. *

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:53:43, in reply to "Balo has been mostly fine too. Not much he can do under these circumstances*"

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Save Tillman’s goal and two nice saves from Freese

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Is he playing today?*

Posted by VIV User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:40:37, in reply to "What is Pulisic doing defensively? Other than nothing.*"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

More nothing

Posted by IlliniSax05 User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:40:26, in reply to "What is Pulisic doing defensively? Other than nothing.*"

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

he looks hurt still*

Posted by LeatherneckIllini User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:39:35, in reply to "What is Pulisic doing defensively? Other than nothing.*"

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Beautiful goal from Tillman, but he’s a walking turnover otherwise*

Posted by Blazer User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:39:06, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Go get the damn ball. Somebody*

Posted by CWR10 User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:35:33, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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That cross can’t come in. *

Posted by assassin User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:36:09, in reply to "Go get the damn ball. Somebody*"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

2 defenders and they both shade the cut back. Ooooof*

Posted by VIV User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:39:04, in reply to "That cross can’t come in. *"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

God dammit

Posted by Blazer User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:34:57, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

Back line is just getting absolutely abused

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You can’t let that happen - if Freeman is helping you then pick a fucking lane and close him off

Posted by RD User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:34:56, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

Dest should be off soon

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Pulisic has been so bad you may have to take him off. my goodness*

Posted by OrangeSox User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:55:27, in reply to "You can’t let that happen - if Freeman is helping you then pick a fucking lane and close him off "

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Dest should be off soon

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But he’s been so good going forward.

Posted by VIV User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:37:16, in reply to "You can’t let that happen - if Freeman is helping you then pick a fucking lane and close him off "

Oh.

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Yeah can not let that cross come off. Dest has been horrible*

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:36:04, in reply to "You can’t let that happen - if Freeman is helping you then pick a fucking lane and close him off "

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Dest should be off soon

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To your point on Pulisic - he’s not getting at Castagne which is a release for Belgium

Posted by RD User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:40:25, in reply to "Yeah can not let that cross come off. Dest has been horrible*"

Over and over

And then Tielemans is having an amazing game pinging it everywhere with high skill

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I should’ve just refreshed cause you just said it again (rightfully) *

Posted by RD User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:41:06, in reply to "To your point on Pulisic - he’s not getting at Castagne which is a release for Belgium "

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Over and over

And then Tielemans is having an amazing game pinging it everywhere with high skill

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Dest should be off soon

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Castagne free again and another cross. Pulisic nowhere to be found *

Posted by RD User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:49:41, in reply to "I should’ve just refreshed cause you just said it again (rightfully) *"

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Over and over

And then Tielemans is having an amazing game pinging it everywhere with high skill

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Dest should be off soon

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Ream got manhandled. *

Posted by harb User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:34:37, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

Giving up 4” and 14 years. Not a good match for the back post. *

Posted by VIV User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:35:45, in reply to "Ream got manhandled. *"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

True story. *

Posted by harb User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:36:03, in reply to "Giving up 4” and 14 years. Not a good match for the back post. *"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

And then more shockingly bad defending. Tim. Wow. *

Posted by VIV User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:34:29, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Fucj*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:33:51, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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well fuck that *

Posted by biclops User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:33:46, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Don't take offense, better make amends
Rip it all to shreds and let it go

First half hour didn’t matter. LFG*

Posted by VIV User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:33:17, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Amen sir. *

Posted by harb User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:33:32, in reply to "First half hour didn’t matter. LFG*"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

Fuk. Or not. *

Posted by harb User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:33:47, in reply to "Amen sir. *"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

FUCK YES*

Posted by VIV User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:32:48, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

ROCK FLAG AND EAGLE*

Posted by biclops User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:32:30, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Don't take offense, better make amends
Rip it all to shreds and let it go

That fucking rocked*

Posted by John Coctostan User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:32:09, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Ok little lucky but still*

Posted by John Coctostan User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:33:04, in reply to "That fucking rocked*"

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Woooohooooo. Tillman is the man. *

Posted by harb User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:32:03, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

YESSSSSSSSDD!

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:32:02, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Malik Messi *

Posted by assassin User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:32:00, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Game on. LFG*

Posted by UIHuskie User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:31:59, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Pulisic is really half passing it out there*

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:29:19, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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We look like vintage 2025-26 Tottenham out there right now *

Posted by ATL User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:24:49, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

What is Richards doing out there tonight

Posted by Blazer User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:23:42, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

So overrated

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Can’t complete basic passes*

Posted by CWR10 User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:22:46, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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More Belgians on the ground so far than WW1. *

Posted by VIV User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:21:35, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

Too soon?

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

So many turnovers in the middle 1/3. Getting out worked and outplayed. *

Posted by VIV User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:20:03, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Onana was shadowing Tillman which was / is Belgiums focus

Posted by RD User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:25:51, in reply to "So many turnovers in the middle 1/3. Getting out worked and outplayed. *"

Onana is out - USA has to figure out what Belgium has gotten right in shadowing Tillman because they’re unable to string anything or recover the ball

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Everything is short or long. Too nervy. Terrified. *

Posted by assassin User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:16:56, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Looking a lot like the friendly right now*

Posted by CoronaTheirAss User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:19:53, in reply to "Everything is short or long. Too nervy. Terrified. *"

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somebody should tell the Belgium coach about undershirts. He is one, big pit stain*

Posted by bbonb User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:16:40, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Sleepy in Seattle *

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:16:06, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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U.S. looks terrified*

Posted by CWR10 User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:15:50, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Disaster start. Whole team looks completely lost*

Posted by Blazer User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:15:18, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Worst 10 minutes they’ve played so far. Competition has something to do with that I suppose.*

Posted by voiceofreason User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:12:35, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Horrible by Chris Richards on the goal*

Posted by Blazer User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:11:48, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Dest also just ball watching *

Posted by assassin User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:13:01, in reply to "Horrible by Chris Richards on the goal*"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

And McKennie - neither go after the ball *

Posted by RD User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:26:27, in reply to "Dest also just ball watching *"

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Dest the one I was screaming at*

Posted by CoronaTheirAss User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:19:24, in reply to "Dest also just ball watching *"

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Yeah, as someone who knows nothing about anything, my first thought was

Posted by gvibes User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:13:57, in reply to "Dest also just ball watching *"

"is number 2 even playing the game?"

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Absolutely terrible defense the first 10 mins. *

Posted by VIV User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:11:00, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

We're playing hesitant, almost scared

Posted by IlliniSax05 User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:10:50, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

oh my, we look completely out of sorts*

Posted by OrangeSox User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:10:29, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Horrific start*

Posted by UIHuskie User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:09:57, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Shaky start*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:09:06, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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F*ck*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:10:06, in reply to "Shaky start*"

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Lalas saying lukaku is no big deal on the pregame as Henry just stares into the abyss*

Posted by snipes824 User icon on July 6, 2026, 18:49:19, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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I need to get off social media tonight. Too many Americans posting “I’ll be rooting for Belgium”

Posted by VIV User icon on July 6, 2026, 18:40:39, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

My god.
Get the fuck over yourself.

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

“Oh really, name 3 Belgian players!”*

Posted by shua User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:06:28, in reply to "I need to get off social media tonight. Too many Americans posting “I’ll be rooting for Belgium” "

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My god.
Get the fuck over yourself.

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those people are idiots*

Posted by biclops User icon on July 6, 2026, 18:56:27, in reply to "I need to get off social media tonight. Too many Americans posting “I’ll be rooting for Belgium” "

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My god.
Get the fuck over yourself.

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Don't take offense, better make amends
Rip it all to shreds and let it go

Euro trash wannabees*

Posted by KCWildcat User icon on July 6, 2026, 18:48:16, in reply to "I need to get off social media tonight. Too many Americans posting “I’ll be rooting for Belgium” "

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My god.
Get the fuck over yourself.

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All virtue signaling performative nonsense. *

Posted by VIV User icon on July 6, 2026, 19:00:05, in reply to "Euro trash wannabees*"

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My god.
Get the fuck over yourself.

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

*runs through brick wall**

Posted by ISeeDeadHawkeyes User icon on July 6, 2026, 18:35:38, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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hey a Chicago Fire commercial *

Posted by Poldark User icon on July 6, 2026, 18:31:33, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Social Misfit who wants to coach Illinois women's basketball.

"The only thing the DSA hates more than Republicans is Democrats."

Tyler Adams is the key guy for me

Posted by RD User icon on July 6, 2026, 18:28:36, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

He didn’t play last time and his recovery and ball retention was the missing piece. He’s in now and the horns are out.

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Weston has been a rock, but I think it’s his turn to do something special*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 6, 2026, 18:34:40, in reply to "Tyler Adams is the key guy for me "

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He didn’t play last time and his recovery and ball retention was the missing piece. He’s in now and the horns are out.

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No Adams or Richards in that last matchup.Defense is so much better with both of them out there*

Posted by OrangeSox User icon on July 6, 2026, 18:32:47, in reply to "Tyler Adams is the key guy for me "

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He didn’t play last time and his recovery and ball retention was the missing piece. He’s in now and the horns are out.

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I assume Onana is meant to cover grass and let Tielemans free …

Posted by RD User icon on July 6, 2026, 18:52:20, in reply to "No Adams or Richards in that last matchup.Defense is so much better with both of them out there*"

Will be interning to see how much Adams or McKennie follow / man mark him which Senegal got wrong

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He didn’t play last time and his recovery and ball retention was the missing piece. He’s in now and the horns are out.

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I’ve never been more excited for a soccer game*

Posted by opossum jenkins User icon on July 6, 2026, 18:14:17, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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they have waffles. we have entire waffle houses *

Posted by biclops User icon on July 6, 2026, 18:19:36, in reply to "I’ve never been more excited for a soccer game*"

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Don't take offense, better make amends
Rip it all to shreds and let it go

DeBruyne Lukaku and Doku on bench*

Posted by Poldark User icon on July 6, 2026, 17:41:32, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Social Misfit who wants to coach Illinois women's basketball.

"The only thing the DSA hates more than Republicans is Democrats."

Doku AND de Bruyne on the bench, what a gift to the US*

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on July 6, 2026, 17:41:02, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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The legs in the middle is obvious so I can kind of see the strategy to withstand the power of

Posted by RD User icon on July 6, 2026, 18:24:28, in reply to "Doku AND de Bruyne on the bench, what a gift to the US*"

USA’s running and intensity which explains De Bruyne but Doku is surprising because you have to wait stars out even when form is not ideal

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This is so strange to me. 3 damn good players. I could see no Lukaku/KDB

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 6, 2026, 18:09:10, in reply to "Doku AND de Bruyne on the bench, what a gift to the US*"

If they thought they could out-athletic our back line. But then you’d have Doku’s speed in there.

I’m baffled.

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Balogun starts *

Posted by Poldark User icon on July 6, 2026, 17:38:36, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Social Misfit who wants to coach Illinois women's basketball.

"The only thing the DSA hates more than Republicans is Democrats."

Woot. *

Posted by harb User icon on July 6, 2026, 17:47:34, in reply to "Balogun starts *"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

But of course*

Posted by timmer User icon on July 6, 2026, 17:44:40, in reply to "Balogun starts *"

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(for rent)

Soccer experts: so, Man City or PSG would win the WC pretty easily if they competed, right?*

Posted by bbonb User icon on July 6, 2026, 17:26:49, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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I think generally the best club teams are a bit better than the best national teams.

Posted by VIV User icon on July 6, 2026, 18:53:42, in reply to "Soccer experts: so, Man City or PSG would win the WC pretty easily if they competed, right?*"

But it would be fun

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Mbappe vs Shadow Mbappe? *

Posted by assassin User icon on July 6, 2026, 18:25:26, in reply to "Soccer experts: so, Man City or PSG would win the WC pretty easily if they competed, right?*"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

No and no *

Posted by MC User icon on July 6, 2026, 18:21:47, in reply to "Soccer experts: so, Man City or PSG would win the WC pretty easily if they competed, right?*"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

Yes*

Posted by Quiz User icon on July 6, 2026, 17:55:25, in reply to "Soccer experts: so, Man City or PSG would win the WC pretty easily if they competed, right?*"

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NO. Maybe*

Posted by Poldark User icon on July 6, 2026, 17:39:03, in reply to "Soccer experts: so, Man City or PSG would win the WC pretty easily if they competed, right?*"

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Social Misfit who wants to coach Illinois women's basketball.

"The only thing the DSA hates more than Republicans is Democrats."

I can't wait to beat the fuck out of Spain. We are a goal scoring machine.*

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You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

Can you imagine how the Euros would react to our slaying a sacred cow like that?*

Posted by opossum jenkins User icon on July 6, 2026, 17:28:03, in reply to "I can't wait to beat the fuck out of Spain. We are a goal scoring machine.*"

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With Balogun…….*

Posted by harb User icon on July 6, 2026, 17:25:40, in reply to "I can't wait to beat the fuck out of Spain. We are a goal scoring machine.*"

Waiting for negative comments so I can laugh.

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

Portugal wasting great other talent by insisting on playing Ronaldo, hate to see it*

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on July 6, 2026, 16:51:52, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Javier Bardem having a grand old time tonight*

Posted by Sammich User icon on July 6, 2026, 16:04:29, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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What we've become is contrary to what we want
Take a bow

dots

Posted by gvibes User icon on July 6, 2026, 16:22:35, in reply to "Javier Bardem having a grand old time tonight*"

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that was Jeffrey Dean Morgan*

Posted by VIV User icon on July 6, 2026, 16:05:59, in reply to "Javier Bardem having a grand old time tonight*"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

i used to feel like i knew what stoppage time was. but no clue anymore*

Posted by John Coctostan User icon on July 6, 2026, 16:02:07, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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keep talking like that, and they'll make you a soccer referee*

Posted by Sammich User icon on July 6, 2026, 16:03:45, in reply to "i used to feel like i knew what stoppage time was. but no clue anymore*"

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What we've become is contrary to what we want
Take a bow

Bye Ronaldo.*

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard User icon on July 6, 2026, 16:01:57, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

“Surf is just a national treasure.” — Jackie

bernardo silva once again being a giant wank. what a shock*

Posted by VIV User icon on July 6, 2026, 15:59:46, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Still love him, even if he was going after Rodri there.*

Posted by Chicago1995 User icon on July 6, 2026, 16:00:21, in reply to "bernardo silva once again being a giant wank. what a shock*"

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one of my least favorite PL opponents ever. *

Posted by VIV User icon on July 6, 2026, 16:02:08, in reply to "Still love him, even if he was going after Rodri there.*"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

His Liverpool "guard of honor" should get him a statue at the Ethiad.

Posted by Chicago1995 User icon on July 6, 2026, 16:03:33, in reply to "one of my least favorite PL opponents ever. *"

Will be weird facing him at Madrid, but he's a legend regardless.

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he's a very good player, i just thought he was a dirty bitch*

Posted by VIV User icon on July 6, 2026, 16:05:09, in reply to "His Liverpool "guard of honor" should get him a statue at the Ethiad."

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Will be weird facing him at Madrid, but he's a legend regardless.

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Spain deserved this, but not a terribly compelling game.*

Posted by Chicago1995 User icon on July 6, 2026, 15:57:36, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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They have yet to concede a goal*

Posted by Sounder User icon on July 6, 2026, 16:05:09, in reply to "Spain deserved this, but not a terribly compelling game.*"

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I know. They also didn't look like they understood how to score one most of the game.

Posted by Chicago1995 User icon on July 6, 2026, 16:11:08, in reply to "They have yet to concede a goal*"

I wasn't saying they aren't good.

They are. Today, they were also boring as shit, and maybe a little lucky to be playing a team that's not well managed and playing for a single player's ego as much as anything. They'll have to be a lot better to beat France, IMO.

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I thought Portugal were the best best they’ve been - and they hardly played for Ronaldo today

Posted by RD User icon on July 6, 2026, 16:40:50, in reply to "I know. They also didn't look like they understood how to score one most of the game."

The winger play was good and Vitinha connected and recovered more like his PSG self. Nuno Mendez getting hurt really hampered them because he was doing okay against Lamine. All in all it was very good and the other player who looked more like himself was Rodri. The guy still owing Spain is Pedri.

Oyarzabel is always going to be hit or miss for Spain and I’m not sure they have anyone better though I do think Olmo will score a few before it’s over for them.

Far cry from their first game for Portugal but still not quite good enough but Spain were more than boring.

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Hope to see more of that in the quarters should we play them *

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 6, 2026, 16:14:06, in reply to "I know. They also didn't look like they understood how to score one most of the game."

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Oops Portugal fell asleep *

Posted by assassin User icon on July 6, 2026, 15:54:49, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Merinooooooo!*

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard User icon on July 6, 2026, 15:54:19, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

“Surf is just a national treasure.” — Jackie

ooo

Posted by VIV User icon on July 6, 2026, 15:57:28, in reply to "Merinooooooo!*"

https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/msg/1782770279.html

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Taking out Vitinha for Silva is weird *

Posted by RD User icon on July 6, 2026, 15:47:17, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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agreed. same for pedri and olmo for merino and ruiz*

Posted by VIV User icon on July 6, 2026, 15:50:50, in reply to "Taking out Vitinha for Silva is weird *"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

That made more sense to me because Ruiz has and can play more upfield and Merino is a true two way

Posted by RD User icon on July 6, 2026, 16:34:37, in reply to "agreed. same for pedri and olmo for merino and ruiz*"

Player. What didn’t make sense is leaving your midfield open and with less recovery because Vitinha was key at ball retention and recovery on top of running Olmo down and helping on Lamine.

Sure enough Silva was left wandering on the Merino run.

Oh well. Good game all the same.

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LOL, as I was saying. *

Posted by VIV User icon on July 6, 2026, 15:53:32, in reply to "agreed. same for pedri and olmo for merino and ruiz*"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

You should know Merino has that killer in him :horns: *

Posted by RD User icon on July 6, 2026, 16:35:26, in reply to "LOL, as I was saying. *"

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yet another ball served right across the mouth of goal with no spanish attacker going for it*

Posted by VIV User icon on July 6, 2026, 15:43:19, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Spain need a poacher *

Posted by assassin User icon on July 6, 2026, 15:42:47, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

you think CR7 re-applies his hair product at halftime?

Posted by Sammich User icon on July 6, 2026, 15:18:27, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

looking suspiciously fresh out there

What we've become is contrary to what we want
Take a bow

You think he applies it himself?

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard User icon on July 6, 2026, 15:41:13, in reply to "you think CR7 re-applies his hair product at halftime?"

How dare you.

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looking suspiciously fresh out there

Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

“Surf is just a national treasure.” — Jackie

ooo

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https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/msg/1783369489.html

What we've become is contrary to what we want
Take a bow

the names in the Spain/Portugal game remind me of "Arriaga, Arriaga 2, Barriaga..." *

Posted by illiniranger User icon on July 6, 2026, 15:09:36, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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LMFCO nice pull*

Posted by Jackie User icon on July 6, 2026, 15:12:54, in reply to "the names in the Spain/Portugal game remind me of "Arriaga, Arriaga 2, Barriaga..." *"

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Arriaga 2 gets me every time *

Posted by illiniranger User icon on July 6, 2026, 15:14:54, in reply to "LMFCO nice pull*"

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Saaaaame *

Posted by Jackie User icon on July 6, 2026, 16:11:15, in reply to "Arriaga 2 gets me every time *"

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Important thing to remember about anything you’re reading about this on social media

Posted by OB25 User icon on July 6, 2026, 15:06:00, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

99% of the people offering the strongest takes, on both sides of the argument, don’t actually give a shit about soccer. It’s all performative.

The Dave Portnoy’s and Clay Travis’ of the world won’t think about soccer again for 4 years once this tournament is over. And the far right news media and influencers will pivot from “America fuck yeah” to using Balogun as a way to further the birthright citizenship debate eventually.

Conversely, a freelance journalist from New York who tweets about Trump all day and now says he’s rooting for Belgium never gave a shit about US soccer in the first place.

The people spending all day debating the politics of this aren’t the ones who actually care about the game. Those that do are just excited/nervous about the game itself and are focused on that.

When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Spain / Portugal - the best Rodri and Ronaldo have looked all tournament

Posted by RD User icon on July 6, 2026, 14:28:06, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

What fun transitions and chances they’ve had so far

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Infantino's statement on the suspension of the match ban

Posted by ATL User icon on July 6, 2026, 14:05:53, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

FIFA President Gianni Infantino:

“I have seen the public comments regarding the decision of the independent FIFA Disciplinary Committee related to the suspension of Folarin Balogun, and I would like to reiterate a fundamental principle of FIFA’s governance.

“FIFA’s judicial bodies are independent. They operate autonomously, apply the FIFA Disciplinary Code, and decide cases based on the applicable regulations and the specific facts before them. Their independence is essential to the credibility and integrity of football, and this must always be respected.

“Yes, I regularly discuss matters related to the FIFA World Cup with the President of the United States, and on this matter, I did receive a call from President Donald Trump, just as I receive calls from heads of state, government officials, football stakeholders and business executives from around the world on many different issues. During our conversation, I explained that there was an ongoing legal process involving FIFA’s independent judicial bodies and that the case would be decided in due course by the competent bodies. That is how FIFA’s system works, and it is a principle that I will always uphold.

“I read the decisions of the FIFA Disciplinary Committee when they are issued. Sometimes I am surprised by them. Sometimes I agree with them, and sometimes I disagree.

“What I always do, however, is respect those decisions and the autonomy of the bodies that make them. Whether we personally like a decision or not is irrelevant. Respect for independent institutions and the rule of law is what protects the integrity of our competitions and the credibility of FIFA at all times.”

FIFA President Gianni Infantino:

“I have seen the public comments regarding the decision of the independent FIFA Disciplinary Committee related to the suspension of Folarin Balogun, and I would like to reiterate a fundamental principle of FIFA’s governance.

“FIFA’s judicial… pic.twitter.com/FzeWuMQIXf
— FIFA Media (@fifamedia) July 6, 2026

“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Do you believe him?*

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He’s not given me any reason to believe a word he says *

Posted by ATL User icon on July 6, 2026, 15:14:44, in reply to "Do you believe him?*"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

They got to the right decision. The problem was and is the arrogance of the USA

Posted by RD User icon on July 6, 2026, 14:18:01, in reply to "Infantino's statement on the suspension of the match ban"

The corruption cry seems autofill but it’s really just coming from the Euros.

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I would be in favor of a rule change that says any red card suspensions are determined

Posted by ATL User icon on July 6, 2026, 15:16:02, in reply to "They got to the right decision. The problem was and is the arrogance of the USA"

After the match by the sanctioning authority. In other words, the player would be sent off in any further penalty is determined outside of the heat of the game.

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The corruption cry seems autofill but it’s really just coming from the Euros.

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Yep. You make a good point*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 6, 2026, 15:24:49, in reply to "I would be in favor of a rule change that says any red card suspensions are determined"

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After the match by the sanctioning authority. In other words, the player would be sent off in any further penalty is determined outside of the heat of the game.

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The corruption cry seems autofill but it’s really just coming from the Euros.

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I think the system to appeal a suspension is in place in the best leagues

Posted by RD User icon on July 6, 2026, 15:20:39, in reply to "I would be in favor of a rule change that says any red card suspensions are determined"

Mirror that process and get on with it. The idea is to get it right - which they did this time which is why this isn’t a big deal, imo.

What I’d echo from this thread is take the politics and pats on the back out of it (hard as it is for the group of people getting the media attention)

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After the match by the sanctioning authority. In other words, the player would be sent off in any further penalty is determined outside of the heat of the game.

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The corruption cry seems autofill but it’s really just coming from the Euros.

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Agreed. And I don’t understand the animosity towards the decision *

Posted by harb User icon on July 6, 2026, 17:13:39, in reply to "I think the system to appeal a suspension is in place in the best leagues"

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After the match by the sanctioning authority. In other words, the player would be sent off in any further penalty is determined outside of the heat of the game.

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The corruption cry seems autofill but it’s really just coming from the Euros.

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

What is the arrogance?*

Posted by CoronaTheirAss User icon on July 6, 2026, 15:00:50, in reply to "They got to the right decision. The problem was and is the arrogance of the USA"

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The corruption cry seems autofill but it’s really just coming from the Euros.

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This is where my head is at

Posted by Sounder User icon on July 6, 2026, 13:53:21, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

you can want balogun to play, believe the call against him was bogus, and also be put off by the president of a host country meddling in the world cup, but dave isn’t capable of carrying all these thoughts at once https://t.co/z4pvcsGRiT
— Marlow Stern (@MarlowNYC) July 6, 2026

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let's knock em out

Dave....you don't deport US Citizens. That's kind of the point of citizenship.*

Posted by ATL User icon on July 6, 2026, 14:06:40, in reply to "This is where my head is at"

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you can want balogun to play, believe the call against him was bogus, and also be put off by the president of a host country meddling in the world cup, but dave isn’t capable of carrying all these thoughts at once https://t.co/z4pvcsGRiT — Marlow Stern (@MarlowNYC) July 6, 2026 .

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let's knock em out

“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Well, sometimes a few will get caught up in the wash.

Posted by Sammich User icon on July 6, 2026, 14:30:47, in reply to "Dave....you don't deport US Citizens. That's kind of the point of citizenship.*"

Pobody's nerfect, amirite

What we've become is contrary to what we want
Take a bow

Orange turd is corrupt and FIFA is corrupt. Expected nothing less*

Posted by TarheelIllini User icon on July 6, 2026, 13:16:13, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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let's knock em out

Recrudescence

Trump is the latest recipient of the prestigious FIFA Peace Prize*

Posted by bbonb User icon on July 6, 2026, 13:42:39, in reply to "Orange turd is corrupt and FIFA is corrupt. Expected nothing less*"

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let's knock em out

I do hope US wins but I can't help having a little part cheering for Belgium

Posted by DanSaint User icon on July 6, 2026, 13:13:23, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

Just so Dipshit in chief loses his mind and see if he tries to get FIFA to overturn it.

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let's knock em out

No sign and my grandma mother is from Belgium and I usually root for them, but not tonight. *

Posted by harb User icon on July 6, 2026, 17:17:33, in reply to "I do hope US wins but I can't help having a little part cheering for Belgium "

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Just so Dipshit in chief loses his mind and see if he tries to get FIFA to overturn it.

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let's knock em out

[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

Oye. You can't be serious

Posted by OrangeSox User icon on July 6, 2026, 15:18:32, in reply to "I do hope US wins but I can't help having a little part cheering for Belgium "

Trump doesn't care if the US loses. He'll just blame the players for not doing the job despite everything he did for them.

And eff Belgium as well. They're not some noble small nation when it comes to international football. It's hilarious seeing them whining about anything the USMNT is doing.

This *

Posted by illinijohn User icon on July 6, 2026, 15:23:42, in reply to "Oye. You can't be serious"

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lmao*

Posted by Ron McDon User icon on July 6, 2026, 14:51:29, in reply to "I do hope US wins but I can't help having a little part cheering for Belgium "

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Just so Dipshit in chief loses his mind and see if he tries to get FIFA to overturn it.

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let's knock em out

fucking no*

Posted by VIV User icon on July 6, 2026, 14:24:41, in reply to "I do hope US wins but I can't help having a little part cheering for Belgium "

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Just so Dipshit in chief loses his mind and see if he tries to get FIFA to overturn it.

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let's knock em out

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

wut*

Posted by cpsteine User icon on July 6, 2026, 14:22:50, in reply to "I do hope US wins but I can't help having a little part cheering for Belgium "

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Just so Dipshit in chief loses his mind and see if he tries to get FIFA to overturn it.

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let's knock em out

wtf*

Posted by Blazer User icon on July 6, 2026, 14:11:10, in reply to "I do hope US wins but I can't help having a little part cheering for Belgium "

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Just so Dipshit in chief loses his mind and see if he tries to get FIFA to overturn it.

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let's knock em out

Always sad to see a head pat denied.*

Posted by Chuck Woodaby User icon on July 6, 2026, 14:04:45, in reply to "I do hope US wins but I can't help having a little part cheering for Belgium "

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Just so Dipshit in chief loses his mind and see if he tries to get FIFA to overturn it.

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let's knock em out

It doesn’t matter, neither team is beating Spain. And nobody will remember this*

Posted by shua User icon on July 6, 2026, 13:47:53, in reply to "I do hope US wins but I can't help having a little part cheering for Belgium "

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Just so Dipshit in chief loses his mind and see if he tries to get FIFA to overturn it.

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let's knock em out

Probably. *

Posted by harb User icon on July 6, 2026, 17:18:05, in reply to "It doesn’t matter, neither team is beating Spain. And nobody will remember this*"

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Just so Dipshit in chief loses his mind and see if he tries to get FIFA to overturn it.

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let's knock em out

[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

well not with that attitude

Posted by IlliniSax05 User icon on July 6, 2026, 13:49:04, in reply to "It doesn’t matter, neither team is beating Spain. And nobody will remember this*"

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

don't tell coach, I don't want him to take me out of the starting lineup!*

Posted by shua User icon on July 6, 2026, 13:50:45, in reply to "well not with that attitude"

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Stop. Just stop. Performative nonsense*

Posted by CWR10 User icon on July 6, 2026, 13:40:17, in reply to "I do hope US wins but I can't help having a little part cheering for Belgium "

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Just so Dipshit in chief loses his mind and see if he tries to get FIFA to overturn it.

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let's knock em out

People who haven't been soccer fans their whole lives

Posted by Sounder User icon on July 6, 2026, 13:47:27, in reply to "Stop. Just stop. Performative nonsense*"

don't seem to understand how important this is to those of us who have been on this journey with the USMNT. We need this, man.

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Just so Dipshit in chief loses his mind and see if he tries to get FIFA to overturn it.

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let's knock em out

I’m not a soccer guy but I would think this would be the actual USMNT fans’s reaction

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider User icon on July 6, 2026, 13:54:22, in reply to "People who haven't been soccer fans their whole lives"

Also I imagine this once again an 80/20 issue nationally. Go USA!

So co-sign your post

Trump will not care at all if we lose so no reason to root for that scenario.*

Posted by OB25 User icon on July 6, 2026, 13:28:16, in reply to "I do hope US wins but I can't help having a little part cheering for Belgium "

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Just so Dipshit in chief loses his mind and see if he tries to get FIFA to overturn it.

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let's knock em out

When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Just remember what they did to the Congo*

Posted by ATL User icon on July 6, 2026, 13:16:23, in reply to "I do hope US wins but I can't help having a little part cheering for Belgium "

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Just so Dipshit in chief loses his mind and see if he tries to get FIFA to overturn it.

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let's knock em out

“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Look, I think it's ridiculous and corrupt that Trump intervened, but fuck off with that shit*

Posted by Sounder User icon on July 6, 2026, 13:14:34, in reply to "I do hope US wins but I can't help having a little part cheering for Belgium "

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Just so Dipshit in chief loses his mind and see if he tries to get FIFA to overturn it.

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let's knock em out

You root who you want to root for, I'll root for who I want to.*

Posted by Stu User icon on July 6, 2026, 13:40:48, in reply to "Look, I think it's ridiculous and corrupt that Trump intervened, but fuck off with that shit*"

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Just so Dipshit in chief loses his mind and see if he tries to get FIFA to overturn it.

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let's knock em out

Chicken Little poster child

Again..read what i said. I want and hope US wins. But there is that tiny part

Posted by DanSaint User icon on July 6, 2026, 13:16:21, in reply to "Look, I think it's ridiculous and corrupt that Trump intervened, but fuck off with that shit*"

That is cheering for chaos.

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Just so Dipshit in chief loses his mind and see if he tries to get FIFA to overturn it.

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let's knock em out

belgium winning isn't "chaos"

Posted by IlliniSax05 User icon on July 6, 2026, 13:33:24, in reply to "Again..read what i said. I want and hope US wins. But there is that tiny part"

and trump won't try to get fifa to overturn it if they win.

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

I’m in Seattle, great scene. Pumped. Trump can eat a dick, but let’s go fucking win.*

Posted by cpsteine User icon on July 6, 2026, 12:54:04, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

ok snipes, I do now agree with you that this will be remembered by everyone

Posted by IlliniSax05 User icon on July 6, 2026, 11:15:36, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

because of trump's involvement in the decision.

if it had just been a review/decision by fifa then it would have been another random footnote in fifa's corruption/incompetence. But now that we know trump was involved it definitely puts a huge scar on this tourney.

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

This game just got a lot more interesting, and should be a better game

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;' tabindex=0>$ on July 6, 2026, 13:32:10, in reply to "ok snipes, I do now agree with you that this will be remembered by everyone"

just based on talent.

I didn't know red cards were so punitive. Just like our Illini always seem to get screwed by targeting calls, but playing a man down for the whole next game as well?

Fuck waffles, chocolate and Jean Claude Van Damme in the face!

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You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

they don't play a man down for the following game

Posted by IlliniSax05 User icon on July 6, 2026, 13:35:17, in reply to "This game just got a lot more interesting, and should be a better game "

having to play a man down only impacts the game in which the red card is issued. the player is suspended for the following game, but the team starts with 11 on the field again

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

Ok, good to know. I thought I heard on tv that the US would be down a man for Belgium as well.

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;' tabindex=0>$ on July 6, 2026, 13:40:01, in reply to "they don't play a man down for the following game"

Secondly, I have done a little Fol Balogun research and really enjoyed finding out his middle name. He really is a New Yorker!

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having to play a man down only impacts the game in which the red card is issued. the player is suspended for the following game, but the team starts with 11 on the field again

You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

well, they'd be a "man down" in the sense that the player who received the card

Posted by IlliniSax05 User icon on July 6, 2026, 13:43:48, in reply to "Ok, good to know. I thought I heard on tv that the US would be down a man for Belgium as well."

wouldn't normally be available to play. but they'd still get a full lineup on the field to start the game.

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

He's just a horse's ass and always will be... and it's embarrassing...

Posted by uofi1998 User icon on July 6, 2026, 13:16:42, in reply to "ok snipes, I do now agree with you that this will be remembered by everyone"

...but right now, I just want to win, and it would feel a lot dirtier if that was ever a red card offense in the first place.

Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

The energy and vibes around this USMNT is incredible

Posted by Sounder User icon on July 6, 2026, 13:25:35, in reply to "He's just a horse's ass and always will be... and it's embarrassing..."

of course Trump would do something to fuck it up.

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...but right now, I just want to win, and it would feel a lot dirtier if that was ever a red card offense in the first place.

The Julius Randle of presidents... gotta get in there and make it about him*

Posted by uofi1998 User icon on July 6, 2026, 13:39:32, in reply to "The energy and vibes around this USMNT is incredible"

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of course Trump would do something to fuck it up.

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...but right now, I just want to win, and it would feel a lot dirtier if that was ever a red card offense in the first place.

Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

Add a scar to England

Posted by CoronaTheirAss User icon on July 6, 2026, 12:19:47, in reply to "ok snipes, I do now agree with you that this will be remembered by everyone"

The UK Government stepped in through diplomatic channels to oppose moving the match from 1am to 7pm BST because it would mean Thomas Tuchel’s team had less time to adapt to the altitude, it is understood.

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Mexico also threw a fit

Posted by assassin User icon on July 6, 2026, 12:49:32, in reply to "Add a scar to England"

and for good reason! The number one reason they wanted to change the time wasn’t the weather! It was drunkenness!

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

That’s not the prevailing story

Posted by RD User icon on July 6, 2026, 14:11:46, in reply to "Mexico also threw a fit "

FIFA agreed to switch the time due to weather conditions (real concerns) - FIFA told the Mexican officials that they couldn’t announce it because it had to come to FIFA and not them. A high ranking official leaked it anyway and then FIFA told them fuck off because they told them to wait.

Mexico wanted the noon kickoff time because the heat and conditions benefited them - and crowd control would’ve been easier in some sense but the prize was the conditions and that’s what they wanted

England calling to keep it such as original was totally fine even if it delayed the game which it obviously did

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and for good reason! The number one reason they wanted to change the time wasn’t the weather! It was drunkenness!

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Exactly. It was a shitty red. Never should have been given. And there should be an actual appeal

Posted by snipes824 User icon on July 6, 2026, 11:52:19, in reply to "ok snipes, I do now agree with you that this will be remembered by everyone"

process where you can rescind it and say we made a mistake.

But this is not that and everyone knows it. And that sucks for everyone.

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judging by the reactions, it doesn't appear to suck for very many people

Posted by Sammich User icon on July 6, 2026, 12:07:31, in reply to "Exactly. It was a shitty red. Never should have been given. And there should be an actual appeal"

"might makes right" is only bad when you're the one without the might

What we've become is contrary to what we want
Take a bow

Right, it sucks for the rest of the world, and a small portion of woke pussies in the US*

Posted by snipes824 User icon on July 6, 2026, 12:57:24, in reply to "judging by the reactions, it doesn't appear to suck for very many people"

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"might makes right" is only bad when you're the one without the might

You guys are way overthinking this. It was a bullshit red to begin with. Is this the first time a

Posted by voiceofreason User icon on July 6, 2026, 11:41:33, in reply to "ok snipes, I do now agree with you that this will be remembered by everyone"

world leader has intervened to ask for a review?

With how corrupt FIFA is, I doubt it. The history of the World Cup is littered with corrupt bullshit that has had effects on host countries or matches played.

Why is this any different? I’d feel more strongly if it was a legit red card. It wasn’t.

Also a spoiler alert for everyone. We aren’t winning the World Cup. This situation will end up being a footnote.

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Cosign. *

Posted by harb User icon on July 6, 2026, 17:33:54, in reply to "You guys are way overthinking this. It was a bullshit red to begin with. Is this the first time a"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

I now think Flo should sit for his long term earning potential. Playing in Europe

Posted by JacobRDaugherty User icon on July 6, 2026, 11:24:32, in reply to "ok snipes, I do now agree with you that this will be remembered by everyone"

And being seen as a Trump pawn would not be great for his future income

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I think Qatar should have given up the World Cup cause the process was tainted*

Posted by CoronaTheirAss User icon on July 6, 2026, 11:38:46, in reply to "I now think Flo should sit for his long term earning potential. Playing in Europe"

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And being seen as a Trump pawn would not be great for his future income

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There were three people playing in this World Cup actively accused of rape.

Posted by assassin User icon on July 6, 2026, 11:36:33, in reply to "I now think Flo should sit for his long term earning potential. Playing in Europe"

Score goals, get paid.

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And being seen as a Trump pawn would not be great for his future income

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Do you think PSG will suspend Hakimi during his eventual trial?*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 6, 2026, 12:47:17, in reply to "There were three people playing in this World Cup actively accused of rape. "

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Score goals, get paid.

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And being seen as a Trump pawn would not be great for his future income

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This includes Cape Verde team who was the feel good story as recently as 3 days ago*

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on July 6, 2026, 11:48:05, in reply to "There were three people playing in this World Cup actively accused of rape. "

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Score goals, get paid.

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And being seen as a Trump pawn would not be great for his future income

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Yeppppp. Thankfully the goalie is the hero. *

Posted by assassin User icon on July 6, 2026, 12:02:15, in reply to "This includes Cape Verde team who was the feel good story as recently as 3 days ago*"

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Score goals, get paid.

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And being seen as a Trump pawn would not be great for his future income

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Scout?*

Posted by Chuck Woodaby User icon on July 6, 2026, 11:31:52, in reply to "I now think Flo should sit for his long term earning potential. Playing in Europe"

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And being seen as a Trump pawn would not be great for his future income

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LOL.*

Posted by DocWalk20 User icon on July 6, 2026, 11:55:51, in reply to "Scout?*"

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And being seen as a Trump pawn would not be great for his future income

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I would be shocked if that has any impact on him at all.

Posted by OB25 User icon on July 6, 2026, 11:27:16, in reply to "I now think Flo should sit for his long term earning potential. Playing in Europe"

If he can help a team win games they (and their fans) aren’t going to give a shit.

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And being seen as a Trump pawn would not be great for his future income

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Belgium granted right to appeal Balogun ban reversal.

Posted by ATL User icon on July 6, 2026, 7:14:06, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7424790/2026/07/06/folarin-balogun-red-belgium-explanation/?unlocked_article_code=1.vlA.TJmx.Klq-wo84krjU&source=user_shared_article&smid=ta-ios-share

Sources briefed on the matter, speaking anonymously to protect relationships, have now told The Athletic the federation has now formally written to FIFA to appeal the matter, and the right to appeal has been granted. Both U.S. Soccer and the Belgian federation were asked to make submissions by 5am PST on Monday morning, which has exasperated the Belgians who have not received the decision by FIFA to review, as it is not made public.

A member of the FIFA appeals committee – who does not represent a federation in either UEFA or CONCACAF, so as to avoid any potential conflict of interest – has been selected to hear the case.

“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Appeal rejected.

Posted by assassin User icon on July 6, 2026, 12:01:46, in reply to "Belgium granted right to appeal Balogun ban reversal. "

https://x.com/AdamCrafton_/status/2074172435750850880?s=20

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Franz Kafka would fucking love this shit. *

Posted by doubledown User icon on July 6, 2026, 16:03:56, in reply to "Appeal rejected. "

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https://x.com/AdamCrafton_/status/2074172435750850880?s=20

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just need to find a judge that did study abroad at Belgium Tech*

Posted by ijustkrushalot User icon on July 6, 2026, 12:45:20, in reply to "Appeal rejected. "

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https://x.com/AdamCrafton_/status/2074172435750850880?s=20

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who are the parties to the proceedings?

Posted by Sammich User icon on July 6, 2026, 12:05:57, in reply to "Appeal rejected. "

what exactly are the proceedings?

why even tell Belgium that they can submit an appeal?

What we've become is contrary to what we want
Take a bow

so the lawyers can get paid*

Posted by bbonb User icon on July 6, 2026, 13:17:31, in reply to "who are the parties to the proceedings?"

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what exactly are the proceedings?

why even tell Belgium that they can submit an appeal?

This whole thing fucking sucks. What a vibe killer*

Posted by snipes824 User icon on July 6, 2026, 10:30:39, in reply to "Belgium granted right to appeal Balogun ban reversal. "

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Meh. Just win baby*

Posted by opey8 User icon on July 6, 2026, 11:08:51, in reply to "This whole thing fucking sucks. What a vibe killer*"

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Fuck that. Fuck the world haters. This happens*

Posted by CoronaTheirAss User icon on July 6, 2026, 10:32:26, in reply to "This whole thing fucking sucks. What a vibe killer*"

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This definitely does happen*

Posted by snipes824 User icon on July 6, 2026, 10:39:46, in reply to "Fuck that. Fuck the world haters. This happens*"

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The continued bragging about it and credit taking isn’t making things better*

Posted by Mrap24 User icon on July 6, 2026, 9:37:58, in reply to "Belgium granted right to appeal Balogun ban reversal. "

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I'm just sad how this is may tarnish the prestigious FIFA Peace Prize.*

Posted by KingTalkyTiki User icon on July 6, 2026, 10:17:48, in reply to "The continued bragging about it and credit taking isn’t making things better*"

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"You must own the honor of being the whitest, military vet, fat, multiple state property owner but most of all the one who hates their own country the most in our country."

don't worry, he'll still always have the official FIFA Club World Cup trophy*

Posted by shua User icon on July 6, 2026, 10:52:59, in reply to "I'm just sad how this is may tarnish the prestigious FIFA Peace Prize.*"

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Don’t watch this interview

Posted by RD User icon on July 6, 2026, 9:58:54, in reply to "The continued bragging about it and credit taking isn’t making things better*"

[url=

?is=qYs5jj17xWK_Wf6G]Pat on the backs for everyone

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OMG, it's andrew fucking giuliani*

Posted by VIV User icon on July 6, 2026, 10:44:59, in reply to "Don’t watch this interview "

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[url=

?is=qYs5jj17xWK_Wf6G]Pat on the backs for everyone

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

done and done

Posted by Sammich User icon on July 6, 2026, 10:08:03, in reply to "Don’t watch this interview "

The only thing I ever want to hear from any Giuliani is "I am two seconds from death, and I'm fully aware that if God is real, I will burn for eternity."

What we've become is contrary to what we want
Take a bow

Here we go

Posted by Sounder User icon on July 6, 2026, 9:42:49, in reply to "The continued bragging about it and credit taking isn’t making things better*"

https://x.com/atrupar/status/2074136347967619337?s=46&t=lDVcHsc1kFZVprHvpzacAQ

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"Making things better" isn't really his thing. *

Posted by doubledown User icon on July 6, 2026, 9:40:38, in reply to "The continued bragging about it and credit taking isn’t making things better*"

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His ability and need to make everything about himself is remarkable*

Posted by Sounder User icon on July 6, 2026, 9:45:46, in reply to ""Making things better" isn't really his thing. *"

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The patting on the back this morning has been something*

Posted by Mrap24 User icon on July 6, 2026, 9:42:19, in reply to ""Making things better" isn't really his thing. *"

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He didn’t know what a red card was a week ago*

Posted by Sounder User icon on July 6, 2026, 9:43:47, in reply to "The patting on the back this morning has been something*"

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I'm curious who in the admin cared enough to alert him

Posted by Sammich User icon on July 6, 2026, 9:59:45, in reply to "He didn’t know what a red card was a week ago*"

and how they got him to care.

Is Stephen Miller secretly football-crazy?

What we've become is contrary to what we want
Take a bow

Andrew Guliani. *

Posted by assassin User icon on July 6, 2026, 10:16:47, in reply to "I'm curious who in the admin cared enough to alert him"

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and how they got him to care.

Is Stephen Miller secretly football-crazy?

Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Somebody dig up Chris Farley.

Posted by Chuck Woodaby User icon on July 6, 2026, 10:39:13, in reply to "Andrew Guliani. *"

He's needed now more than ever.

No takebacks. *

Posted by doubledown User icon on July 6, 2026, 9:34:17, in reply to "Belgium granted right to appeal Balogun ban reversal. "

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Seriously eff that original ref for causing all of this in the first place.

Posted by OB25 User icon on July 6, 2026, 9:25:47, in reply to "Belgium granted right to appeal Balogun ban reversal. "

It was a pleasant surprise that we made it through the first few weeks of this without it becoming politically divisive, since we find a way to do that with literally everything these days. But was probably inevitable that we’d end up with Trump firmly in the middle of things at some point.

When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Loser talk from Belgium.*

Posted by ISeeDeadHawkeyes User icon on July 6, 2026, 8:56:32, in reply to "Belgium granted right to appeal Balogun ban reversal. "

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Lot of loser talk from US too

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider User icon on July 6, 2026, 9:05:44, in reply to "Loser talk from Belgium.*"

Oh no the world might think that the notoriously corrupt FIFA is corrupt.

Also it seems like the legitimate decision based on the VAR usage not to mention the other red cards suspended.

right, this means we've arrived on the world football stage if we can bribe FIFA!! :)*

Posted by shua User icon on July 6, 2026, 9:12:10, in reply to "Lot of loser talk from US too"

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Oh no the world might think that the notoriously corrupt FIFA is corrupt.

Also it seems like the legitimate decision based on the VAR usage not to mention the other red cards suspended.

heartwarming: these two criminal empires came together to make dreams come true*

Posted by Sammich User icon on July 6, 2026, 9:19:30, in reply to "right, this means we've arrived on the world football stage if we can bribe FIFA!! :)*"

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Oh no the world might think that the notoriously corrupt FIFA is corrupt.

Also it seems like the legitimate decision based on the VAR usage not to mention the other red cards suspended.

What we've become is contrary to what we want
Take a bow

NY Times: Trump tried to end birthright citizenship, but his support for Fol Balogun shows his

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;' tabindex=0>$ on July 6, 2026, 9:23:27, in reply to "heartwarming: these two criminal empires came together to make dreams come true*"

evolving perspective on the matter.

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Oh no the world might think that the notoriously corrupt FIFA is corrupt.

Also it seems like the legitimate decision based on the VAR usage not to mention the other red cards suspended.

You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

Lol*

Posted by reggiedunlop User icon on July 6, 2026, 10:04:51, in reply to "NY Times: Trump tried to end birthright citizenship, but his support for Fol Balogun shows his "

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evolving perspective on the matter.

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Oh no the world might think that the notoriously corrupt FIFA is corrupt.

Also it seems like the legitimate decision based on the VAR usage not to mention the other red cards suspended.

Everything Teump touches dies*

Posted by Sounder User icon on July 6, 2026, 8:42:06, in reply to "Belgium granted right to appeal Balogun ban reversal. "

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Except in this case, where he made the good thing happen.*

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;' tabindex=0>$ on July 6, 2026, 8:58:04, in reply to "Everything Teump touches dies*"

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You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

The whole thing has become a massive distraction

Posted by Sounder User icon on July 6, 2026, 9:06:55, in reply to "Except in this case, where he made the good thing happen.*"

I hate that instead of getting excited about the game, this is now all anyone is talking about. Imagine the controversy is he plays and scored the winning goal. The good vibes are veong destroyed.

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From your words to God’s ears.

Posted by assassin User icon on July 6, 2026, 10:14:43, in reply to "The whole thing has become a massive distraction"

Just win baby.

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I hate that instead of getting excited about the game, this is now all anyone is talking about. Imagine the controversy is he plays and scored the winning goal. The good vibes are veong destroyed.

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

I hope he plays and does hit the winning goal. Then I get to watch more handwringing about it. *

Posted by harb User icon on July 6, 2026, 10:03:59, in reply to "The whole thing has become a massive distraction"

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I hate that instead of getting excited about the game, this is now all anyone is talking about. Imagine the controversy is he plays and scored the winning goal. The good vibes are veong destroyed.

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

Meh, the red card was BS. I want to see the best play and we deserve this "break".*

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;' tabindex=0>$ on July 6, 2026, 9:13:23, in reply to "The whole thing has become a massive distraction"

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I hate that instead of getting excited about the game, this is now all anyone is talking about. Imagine the controversy is he plays and scored the winning goal. The good vibes are veong destroyed.

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You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

Suck it, losers. He's playing.*

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;' tabindex=0>$ on July 6, 2026, 8:38:47, in reply to "Belgium granted right to appeal Balogun ban reversal. "

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You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

I feel bad for Balo, who has handled himself magnificently, and is now at the center of the circus*

Posted by CWR10 User icon on July 6, 2026, 8:28:45, in reply to "Belgium granted right to appeal Balogun ban reversal. "

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I know nothing about soccer. I didn't realize he is is unironically a product of birth tourism

Posted by gvibes User icon on July 6, 2026, 8:30:33, in reply to "I feel bad for Balo, who has handled himself magnificently, and is now at the center of the circus*"

(albeit seemingly unintentional).

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We could go back to the servicemen impregnating German women player pool model

Posted by Jersey User icon on July 6, 2026, 9:34:52, in reply to "I know nothing about soccer. I didn't realize he is is unironically a product of birth tourism"

I believe Tillman is the only current USMNT player that falls under this criteria.

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(albeit seemingly unintentional).

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Kavanaugh would not have him in the USMNT *

Posted by ATL User icon on July 6, 2026, 8:42:23, in reply to "I know nothing about soccer. I didn't realize he is is unironically a product of birth tourism"

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(albeit seemingly unintentional).

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

depends on how you define "birth tourism" as subset of birthright citizenship

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 6, 2026, 8:41:22, in reply to "I know nothing about soccer. I didn't realize he is is unironically a product of birth tourism"

Yes, his parents were in the US for a temporary visit, and thus Balogun is a highly visible example of birthright citizenship. Nobody asserts that they visited the US for the purpose of giving birth, which is how I define birth tourism. Others may have a broader definition, of course.

I would say that I could get behind, in theory, an exception for cases like his

Posted by ijustkrushalot User icon on July 6, 2026, 8:45:59, in reply to "depends on how you define "birth tourism" as subset of birthright citizenship"

but my fear is that giving even a micron on that front would lead to mass disenfranchisement and deportation of those who absolutely should be protected by the 14th amendment, mainly those who were born and grew up here, regardless of the status of their parents.

A bright line rule is easiest to enforce. If you're born on US soil, you're a citizen, unless your

Posted by ATL User icon on July 6, 2026, 8:58:02, in reply to "I would say that I could get behind, in theory, an exception for cases like his"

parents are diplomats. It's worked fine for over a hundred years. No reason to change it other than racism.

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

This whole thing is gross. Ridiculous to be a straight red. More ridiculous that Trump intervened

Posted by Desert User icon on July 6, 2026, 8:23:41, in reply to "Belgium granted right to appeal Balogun ban reversal. "

Right result, horrible and corrupt process.

they can't promise/threaten what we can, so they're shit out of luck*

Posted by Sammich User icon on July 6, 2026, 8:21:08, in reply to "Belgium granted right to appeal Balogun ban reversal. "

What we've become is contrary to what we want
Take a bow

Go Belgium! Defeat the forces of the evil dictator Trump

Posted by Stu User icon on July 6, 2026, 8:12:17, in reply to "Belgium granted right to appeal Balogun ban reversal. "

It would be bigger than Jesse Owens

Chicken Little poster child

Any word to if the US can appeal the appeal to the reversal

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on July 6, 2026, 8:07:10, in reply to "Belgium granted right to appeal Balogun ban reversal. "

Follow the money on the odds of this appeal amounting to anything

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It's going to be finally decided on the Supreme Court's shadow docket by an opinion by Alito

Posted by ATL User icon on July 6, 2026, 8:11:57, in reply to "Any word to if the US can appeal the appeal to the reversal"

isn't it?

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Follow the money on the odds of this appeal amounting to anything

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

They should just sit Flo to be a martyr*

Posted by KCWildcat User icon on July 6, 2026, 7:38:33, in reply to "Belgium granted right to appeal Balogun ban reversal. "

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if he's eligible, what are the odds he starts?*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 6, 2026, 7:42:00, in reply to "They should just sit Flo to be a martyr*"

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100%*

Posted by uofi1998 User icon on July 6, 2026, 7:46:36, in reply to "if he's eligible, what are the odds he starts?*"

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Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

Feature on "Country Roads" song (edit: added 2nd link)

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 6, 2026, 6:59:56, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

Edit: original link was to earlier story. Now I have both.

Bill Danoff has watched the scene a couple of times now and can’t help but chuckle: a group of American soccer players decades younger than him, standing shoulder to shoulder after World Cup games, singing and swaying to a song he helped write more than a half-century ago, a stadium full of emotional supporters belting back at them from the stands.

He’s tickled.

“Boy, the song has just been everywhere,” Danoff, who wrote “Take Me Home, Country Roads” with country legend John Denver, said last week from his home in Washington. “I think it’s just terrific. Who would’ve thought, this thing that came out of a dirty, old hippie apartment in Georgetown would be inspiring a soccer team? We sure didn’t.”

...

There’s no reason “Country Roads” should belong to this team. U.S. Coach Mauricio Pochettino is Argentine. The team has players born in other countries and raised abroad. No one is from West Virginia.

But, in Danoff’s telling, maybe that is also why the song works.

“Country Roads” is not especially interested in telling people what kind of country America is supposed to be. It does not wave a flag. It does not thump its chest. It does not traffic in political language or patriotic tropes. It is gentler than that, and perhaps more durable: a song about home, memory and belonging.

“It’s not ideological,” Danoff said. “It’s not political. It’s just a nice song to sing.”

This should be a public link that works. Edit: added link to quoted story.

https://wapo.st/4fkJHdV

https://wapo.st/449ZCFM

This song is on the way to becoming like Sweet Caroline

Posted by bjl63 User icon on July 6, 2026, 9:04:49, in reply to "Feature on "Country Roads" song (edit: added 2nd link)"

Overplayed at every stadium everywhere

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Edit: original link was to earlier story. Now I have both. Bill Danoff has watched the scene a couple of times now and can’t help but chuckle: a group of American soccer players decades younger than him, standing shoulder to shoulder after World Cup games, singing and swaying to a song he helped write more than a half-century ago, a stadium full of emotional supporters belting back at them from the stands.

He’s tickled.

“Boy, the song has just been everywhere,” Danoff, who wrote “Take Me Home, Country Roads” with country legend John Denver, said last week from his home in Washington. “I think it’s just terrific. Who would’ve thought, this thing that came out of a dirty, old hippie apartment in Georgetown would be inspiring a soccer team? We sure didn’t.”

...

There’s no reason “Country Roads” should belong to this team. U.S. Coach Mauricio Pochettino is Argentine. The team has players born in other countries and raised abroad. No one is from West Virginia.

But, in Danoff’s telling, maybe that is also why the song works.

“Country Roads” is not especially interested in telling people what kind of country America is supposed to be. It does not wave a flag. It does not thump its chest. It does not traffic in political language or patriotic tropes. It is gentler than that, and perhaps more durable: a song about home, memory and belonging.

“It’s not ideological,” Danoff said. “It’s not political. It’s just a nice song to sing.”

This should be a public link that works. Edit: added link to quoted story. https://wapo.st/4fkJHdV

https://wapo.st/449ZCFM

I tried to drop some knowledge about this Saturday when I was visiting with a vendor at the farmer's

Posted by Jackie User icon on July 6, 2026, 8:14:41, in reply to "Feature on "Country Roads" song "

market and some customers. The song came up somehow and I was like “OMG guys did you know the people who wrote this became Starland Vocal Band, who did Afternoon Delight?” Everyone was suitably surprised, like whoa no way! But one guy is like “yeah.” Real smug like? Ok suuuuuure buddy. (These were all fellow olds btdubs)

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Many years ago, singer on Afternoon Delight was a regular singer at my former church

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 6, 2026, 10:24:36, in reply to "I tried to drop some knowledge about this Saturday when I was visiting with a vendor at the farmer's"

Margot Chapman. She may have been there because of the exceptional music director at the time. Nice voice, of course. She and her husband, John Carroll (also of Starland Vocal Band), once gave a benefit show at the church.

Wait! Is that true? TIL*

Posted by TarheelIllini User icon on July 6, 2026, 8:37:05, in reply to "I tried to drop some knowledge about this Saturday when I was visiting with a vendor at the farmer's"

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Recrudescence

You can read the link in what I posted above

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 6, 2026, 9:03:00, in reply to "Wait! Is that true? TIL*"

If the Americans win Monday, they would advance to a quarterfinal game in Los Angeles, a 3 p.m. start. If they manage to score there, the U.S. team could turn to another Danoff hit from the 1970s: “Afternoon Delight.”

Yes, discussed in this thread below *

Posted by Jackie User icon on July 6, 2026, 8:39:56, in reply to "Wait! Is that true? TIL*"

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A dirty old hippie apartment in *checks notes* Georgetown *

Posted by ATL User icon on July 6, 2026, 7:11:22, in reply to "Feature on "Country Roads" song "

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

well, it was 1970*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 6, 2026, 7:12:22, in reply to "A dirty old hippie apartment in *checks notes* Georgetown *"

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Jason Whitlock denounces “the globalism World Cup”

Posted by ATL User icon on July 6, 2026, 6:42:47, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

ABC*

Posted by Sammich User icon on July 6, 2026, 8:12:11, in reply to "Jason Whitlock denounces “the globalism World Cup”"

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What we've become is contrary to what we want
Take a bow

to paraphrase Dave Chappelle...

Posted by IlliniSax05 User icon on July 6, 2026, 7:03:18, in reply to "Jason Whitlock denounces “the globalism World Cup”"

who gives a fuck what Jason Whitlock thinks?

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

I need Ja Rule's take on it.*

Posted by MojoJojo User icon on July 6, 2026, 7:50:53, in reply to "to paraphrase Dave Chappelle..."

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who gives a fuck what Jason Whitlock thinks?

Could 7pm Central be any farther away? This day is going to drag.*

Posted by ISeeDeadHawkeyes User icon on July 6, 2026, 6:18:48, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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let's knock em out

Henderson got a yellow card and suffered a ‘quite serious’ wrist injury in a game he didn’t play in*

Posted by OB25 User icon on July 5, 2026, 23:24:53, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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let's knock em out

When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Here’s the video

Posted by assassin User icon on July 5, 2026, 23:25:35, in reply to "Henderson got a yellow card and suffered a ‘quite serious’ wrist injury in a game he didn’t play in*"

https://www.instagram.com/reel/Dab-3rTPIMB/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==

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let's knock em out

Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Correct action: ban jumping*

Posted by TarheelIllini User icon on July 6, 2026, 7:28:59, in reply to "Here’s the video"

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https://www.instagram.com/reel/Dab-3rTPIMB/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==

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let's knock em out

Recrudescence

Bellingham was absolutely amazing*

Posted by Mrap24 User icon on July 5, 2026, 22:33:03, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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let's knock em out

MoTM, but Pickford was nails too. Deserves credit for setting up the second half pen*

Posted by Blazer User icon on July 5, 2026, 23:04:32, in reply to "Bellingham was absolutely amazing*"

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let's knock em out

I’d go with Pickford… but it’s nitpicking. He was beyond fantastic.

Posted by uofi1998 User icon on July 6, 2026, 8:02:14, in reply to "MoTM, but Pickford was nails too. Deserves credit for setting up the second half pen*"

The goalkeeping in this entire World Cup has just been terrific. Every game, it seems one of the keepers is going above and beyond. Norway’s keeper balled out against Brazil too.

Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

One of the best performances of the tournament*

Posted by PapaDels User icon on July 5, 2026, 22:53:54, in reply to "Bellingham was absolutely amazing*"

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let's knock em out

I have schweppervessence and wessonality.
Too sweet to be sour, too nice to be mean.
Radicalized by basic decency.

The day after this tournament ends is going to be depressing*

Posted by Herman Blume User icon on July 5, 2026, 22:30:32, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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let's knock em out

Harry Kane's voice is shot...

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard User icon on July 5, 2026, 22:21:39, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

He sounds like the late Queen.

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let's knock em out

Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

“Surf is just a national treasure.” — Jackie

I wonder how he felt about being subbed out at the time*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 5, 2026, 22:23:37, in reply to "Harry Kane's voice is shot..."

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He sounds like the late Queen.

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let's knock em out

Kane’s voice lulz *

Posted by MC User icon on July 5, 2026, 22:21:20, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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let's knock em out

Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

That was hilarious *

Posted by assassin User icon on July 5, 2026, 22:21:43, in reply to "Kane’s voice lulz *"

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let's knock em out

Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Only Spain Portugal up next, NBD*

Posted by assassin User icon on July 5, 2026, 22:14:43, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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let's knock em out

Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

There were ten urine bombers in the air...

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard User icon on July 5, 2026, 22:12:04, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

And the RAF from England shot one down.

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let's knock em out

Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

“Surf is just a national treasure.” — Jackie

Wonderwall just isn’t as cool as the Viking row *

Posted by VIV User icon on July 5, 2026, 22:10:06, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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let's knock em out

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Lulz

Posted by OB25 User icon on July 5, 2026, 22:09:36, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

https://x.com/shootermcgavin/status/2073966048232055051?s=46

When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

LOL. F Mexico!

Posted by illinijohn User icon on July 5, 2026, 22:29:53, in reply to "Lulz"

Bunch of crybaby thugs.

Can’t believe England was able to cling to life for 30 minutes. Unreal effort*

Posted by Mrap24 User icon on July 5, 2026, 22:08:58, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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let's knock em out

Absolutely agree*

Posted by PapaDels User icon on July 5, 2026, 22:11:52, in reply to "Can’t believe England was able to cling to life for 30 minutes. Unreal effort*"

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let's knock em out

I have schweppervessence and wessonality.
Too sweet to be sour, too nice to be mean.
Radicalized by basic decency.

That was an absolute clinic on how to do it. Mexico had no ideas except launch. *

Posted by assassin User icon on July 5, 2026, 22:11:11, in reply to "Can’t believe England was able to cling to life for 30 minutes. Unreal effort*"

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let's knock em out

Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Incredible match *

Posted by MC User icon on July 5, 2026, 22:08:02, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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let's knock em out

Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

Fun. Ok…let’s go USA!!*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 5, 2026, 22:06:59, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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let's knock em out

Whew*

Posted by PapaDels User icon on July 5, 2026, 22:06:36, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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let's knock em out

I have schweppervessence and wessonality.
Too sweet to be sour, too nice to be mean.
Radicalized by basic decency.

Bellingham looks like kendall gills kid*

Posted by LeatherneckIllini User icon on July 5, 2026, 22:06:30, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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let's knock em out

How do you just roll off the pitch there? Leg gotta be amputated

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider User icon on July 5, 2026, 22:06:26, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

Otherwise for like one minute you gotta be on the field at least to take up someone marking as a decoy on the corner

Looked like a full on high ankle sprain in slow motion *

Posted by assassin User icon on July 5, 2026, 22:12:52, in reply to "How do you just roll off the pitch there? Leg gotta be amputated"

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Otherwise for like one minute you gotta be on the field at least to take up someone marking as a decoy on the corner

Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Yeah looked bad. Could barely get off the field*

Posted by CoronaTheirAss User icon on July 5, 2026, 22:22:12, in reply to "Looked like a full on high ankle sprain in slow motion *"

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Otherwise for like one minute you gotta be on the field at least to take up someone marking as a decoy on the corner

pretty much, here's a pic of the ankle...

Posted by Orangeillini User icon on July 5, 2026, 22:15:54, in reply to "Looked like a full on high ankle sprain in slow motion *"

and here's a tweet with the video (ouch!)...

Posted by Orangeillini User icon on July 5, 2026, 22:58:27, in reply to "pretty much, here's a pic of the ankle..."

https://x.com/kufarivera/status/2073968071711027598

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Okay, fine. Garden variety ankle sprain. *

Posted by illinijohn User icon on July 5, 2026, 23:06:16, in reply to "and here's a tweet with the video (ouch!)..."

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https://x.com/kufarivera/status/2073968071711027598

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Ummm, looks more like his shoe is coming off.

Posted by illinijohn User icon on July 5, 2026, 22:33:44, in reply to "pretty much, here's a pic of the ankle..."

Beyond that, high ankle sprains have pretty much nothing to do with the actual ankle joint.

ANKLES DO NOT BEND THAT WAY. GOOD NIGHT. *

Posted by assassin User icon on July 5, 2026, 22:28:06, in reply to "pretty much, here's a pic of the ankle..."

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Any reply link? I didn’t see it*

Posted by TarheelIllini User icon on July 5, 2026, 22:14:54, in reply to "Looked like a full on high ankle sprain in slow motion *"

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Otherwise for like one minute you gotta be on the field at least to take up someone marking as a decoy on the corner

Recrudescence

Holy shit that was tense. And fuck you, el tri!!!*

Posted by VIV User icon on July 5, 2026, 22:05:44, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Ditto. *

Posted by illinijohn User icon on July 5, 2026, 22:35:00, in reply to "Holy shit that was tense. And fuck you, el tri!!!*"

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what a game*

Posted by LeatherneckIllini User icon on July 5, 2026, 22:05:24, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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What’s the reason for eng to not use all subs when down to 10 men?*

Posted by John Coctostan User icon on July 5, 2026, 22:03:20, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Was thinking same. Bellingham was gassed.

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard User icon on July 5, 2026, 22:05:46, in reply to "What’s the reason for eng to not use all subs when down to 10 men?*"

Only thing I can think is fear of going another half hour without one.

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They did use all their subs*

Posted by Mrap24 User icon on July 5, 2026, 22:05:16, in reply to "What’s the reason for eng to not use all subs when down to 10 men?*"

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Screen showed they had one left.*

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard User icon on July 5, 2026, 22:06:10, in reply to "They did use all their subs*"

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Used all the windows, right?*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 5, 2026, 22:09:15, in reply to "Screen showed they had one left.*"

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I think that’s the window to make subs *

Posted by MC User icon on July 5, 2026, 22:07:37, in reply to "Screen showed they had one left.*"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

Oh. There was one little notch under ENG on the score bug, thought that was subs*

Posted by John Coctostan User icon on July 5, 2026, 22:05:55, in reply to "They did use all their subs*"

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I thought when Kane came out they showed 0 subs left*

Posted by Mrap24 User icon on July 5, 2026, 22:08:04, in reply to "Oh. There was one little notch under ENG on the score bug, thought that was subs*"

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Checked. They had 1 sub but no windows left.*

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard User icon on July 5, 2026, 22:10:48, in reply to "I thought when Kane came out they showed 0 subs left*"

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Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

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So yeah my point stands. Not using all 5 - for any reason - seems dumb. But what do i know*

Posted by John Coctostan User icon on July 5, 2026, 22:12:30, in reply to "Checked. They had 1 sub but no windows left.*"

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Yeah they used just 1 of 2 at 90'

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard User icon on July 5, 2026, 22:13:33, in reply to "So yeah my point stands. Not using all 5 - for any reason - seems dumb. But what do i know*"

They would get an additional sub and window for extra time if they conceded.

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Seems like maybe Mexico should try something else at least once?*

Posted by OB25 User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:59:14, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Way too many crosses *

Posted by MC User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:57:54, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

It seems like England doesn’t know how to kill a clock*

Posted by PapaDels User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:57:19, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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I have schweppervessence and wessonality.
Too sweet to be sour, too nice to be mean.
Radicalized by basic decency.

These Mexican players keep letting Pickford get settled again after he comes out. Just shoot.*

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:55:00, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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And to think that we still have a new episode of After Hours with James Corden tonight too*

Posted by OB25 User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:54:16, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Speaking of an eternity.*

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:55:08, in reply to "And to think that we still have a new episode of After Hours with James Corden tonight too*"

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11 minutes. Good lord*

Posted by Mrap24 User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:53:18, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Seems excessive. PK but almost no injury time lost*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:54:02, in reply to "11 minutes. Good lord*"

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2 reviews*

Posted by Mrap24 User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:55:00, in reply to "Seems excessive. PK but almost no injury time lost*"

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I mean*

Posted by PapaDels User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:53:46, in reply to "11 minutes. Good lord*"

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I have schweppervessence and wessonality.
Too sweet to be sour, too nice to be mean.
Radicalized by basic decency.

Why are Alvarado legs 2 different colors?*

Posted by ATL User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:51:34, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Tats?*

Posted by John Coctostan User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:53:40, in reply to "Why are Alvarado legs 2 different colors?*"

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Control the ball*

Posted by PapaDels User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:47:22, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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I have schweppervessence and wessonality.
Too sweet to be sour, too nice to be mean.
Radicalized by basic decency.

Can England really hold on to this for another 15 minutes*

Posted by Mrap24 User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:42:32, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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They are playing way, way, way too deep. And unlike Bosnia, Mexico can actually threaten.*

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:44:27, in reply to "Can England really hold on to this for another 15 minutes*"

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Not like this*

Posted by VIV User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:42:44, in reply to "Can England really hold on to this for another 15 minutes*"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

¡¡¡Todos reciben la tarjeta amarilla!!!*

Posted by ATL User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:34:58, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

They can't even keep that camera steady.*

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:33:43, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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That’s probably my favorite part of Azteca tbh, respect the crowd noise *

Posted by MC User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:34:33, in reply to "They can't even keep that camera steady.*"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

Or the poor constructions standards*

Posted by Herman Blume User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:35:56, in reply to "That’s probably my favorite part of Azteca tbh, respect the crowd noise *"

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It’s probably fine. Like most things, it was built by Mexicans. *

Posted by VIV User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:49:21, in reply to "Or the poor constructions standards*"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

I wish that they’d turn down the crowd noise on the audio feed

Posted by TarheelIllini User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:31:29, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

I can barely hear the commentators

Recrudescence

It’s probably loud as shit there *

Posted by VIV User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:33:07, in reply to "I wish that they’d turn down the crowd noise on the audio feed"

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I can barely hear the commentators

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

England is getting the full CONCACAF experience*

Posted by UIHuskie User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:31:16, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Ha Ha. Yep. Not just that one play.

Posted by illinijohn User icon on July 5, 2026, 22:41:23, in reply to "England is getting the full CONCACAF experience*"

Whether it was or not.

Yeah, that’s a foul. It’s kind of unfortunate and they need to rethink the rules of the game.

Posted by ATL User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:33:59, in reply to "England is getting the full CONCACAF experience*"

But it’s a foul and has been for ages.

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

What is Kane supposed to do there? The guy came from behind*

Posted by Blazer User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:31:07, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Bullshit he’s trying to play the ball *

Posted by PapaDels User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:30:54, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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I have schweppervessence and wessonality.
Too sweet to be sour, too nice to be mean.
Radicalized by basic decency.

Shouldn’t be a penalty, but it is a penalty because he kicked the foot and not the ball.*

Posted by ATL User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:30:53, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

I hate that. It’s a foul yes but he wasn’t gonna lead to anything *

Posted by MC User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:29:49, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

There should be a materiality test*

Posted by Herman Blume User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:33:32, in reply to "I hate that. It’s a foul yes but he wasn’t gonna lead to anything *"

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Why even kick up there if you’re kane. That was just dumb*

Posted by John Coctostan User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:31:17, in reply to "I hate that. It’s a foul yes but he wasn’t gonna lead to anything *"

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If they call a pen on Kane that’s rigged *

Posted by PapaDels User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:29:44, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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I have schweppervessence and wessonality.
Too sweet to be sour, too nice to be mean.
Radicalized by basic decency.

Holy shit. They’re gonna give them a pen*

Posted by VIV User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:29:12, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

He was already kicking when Mexican got leg over him*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:30:30, in reply to "Holy shit. They’re gonna give them a pen*"

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That’s not a pen*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:29:09, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Great 1st half from Mexico, only to shit the bed in the first 15 of the 2nd*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:25:04, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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These England fans at the stadium... good luck to them.*

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:24:48, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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I was at the gold cup final against them at the rose bowl. God that sucked*

Posted by CoronaTheirAss User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:27:51, in reply to "These England fans at the stadium... good luck to them.*"

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A fair number know how to mix it up...

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:27:12, in reply to "These England fans at the stadium... good luck to them.*"

I'd be more worried about getting home-cooked by the policia.

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Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

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Probably glad they have ponchos*

Posted by shua User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:25:16, in reply to "These England fans at the stadium... good luck to them.*"

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I love that England hired the most English looking German man in history to be their manager*

Posted by John Coctostan User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:23:33, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Makes sense as the royal family is actually german*

Posted by LeatherneckIllini User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:26:21, in reply to "I love that England hired the most English looking German man in history to be their manager*"

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I love the stat that every World Cup winner to date had a manager of the same nationality.*

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:24:30, in reply to "I love that England hired the most English looking German man in history to be their manager*"

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Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

“Surf is just a national treasure.” — Jackie

Security doing a great job of watching people throw shit.*

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:23:31, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

“Surf is just a national treasure.” — Jackie

In fairness, it’s probably only piss*

Posted by Herman Blume User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:24:26, in reply to "Security doing a great job of watching people throw shit.*"

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Piss bags!*

Posted by Mrap24 User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:25:02, in reply to "In fairness, it’s probably only piss*"

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This game is bananas*

Posted by Blazer User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:23:16, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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I could not dislike this bitchy Mexico team more*

Posted by PapaDels User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:22:01, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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I have schweppervessence and wessonality.
Too sweet to be sour, too nice to be mean.
Radicalized by basic decency.

First time watching Mexico? *

Posted by MC User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:23:50, in reply to "I could not dislike this bitchy Mexico team more*"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

No, I could have said this any time I watched them*

Posted by PapaDels User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:24:31, in reply to "First time watching Mexico? *"

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I have schweppervessence and wessonality.
Too sweet to be sour, too nice to be mean.
Radicalized by basic decency.

Same. They’re by far my least favorite team in the tourney. Fucking hate them. *

Posted by VIV User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:23:33, in reply to "I could not dislike this bitchy Mexico team more*"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

If your favorite team is USMNT and you don’t hate Mexico the most of any

Posted by MC User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:29:22, in reply to "Same. They’re by far my least favorite team in the tourney. Fucking hate them. *"

team, you’re doing it wrong

Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

Cosign*

Posted by PapaDels User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:25:58, in reply to "Same. They’re by far my least favorite team in the tourney. Fucking hate them. *"

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I have schweppervessence and wessonality.
Too sweet to be sour, too nice to be mean.
Radicalized by basic decency.

So red card on goalie?*

Posted by shua User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:21:28, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Can’t be. Yellow at most. *

Posted by VIV User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:23:01, in reply to "So red card on goalie?*"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

What if he went in spikes up? Or covered his mouth while spiking him?*

Posted by shua User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:23:45, in reply to "Can’t be. Yellow at most. *"

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No, yellow is right call *

Posted by MC User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:21:56, in reply to "So red card on goalie?*"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

This match … *

Posted by MC User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:21:09, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

ABSOLUTE CINEMA*

Posted by LeatherneckIllini User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:20:46, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Holy crap this is nuts*

Posted by John Coctostan User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:20:36, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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This is wild*

Posted by VIV User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:20:14, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Remember when fifa pretended to care about the “puto” chant?*

Posted by VIV User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:19:31, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Cared so much, they awarded Mexico hosting honors*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:21:49, in reply to "Remember when fifa pretended to care about the “puto” chant?*"

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So the Mexican shithesds are still doing the P* chant? Fuck them.*

Posted by ATL User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:19:24, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Re: So

Posted by VIV User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:19:55, in reply to "So "

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

While the correct call that likely will ruin this half*

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:18:51, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Or not*

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:21:04, in reply to "While the correct call that likely will ruin this half*"

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If they thought the elevation was a challenge before, with 10 men it should be a blast.*

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:18:39, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Correct call*

Posted by Mrap24 User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:17:12, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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England cursed by the red again. *

Posted by VIV User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:16:47, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Just a terrible tackle *

Posted by MC User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:16:08, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

Bet you want Djed Spence now, England.*

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:15:26, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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That's red*

Posted by UIHuskie User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:15:24, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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That’s gonna be a red *

Posted by MC User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:14:57, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

This is like the all drug olympics*

Posted by CoronaTheirAss User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:14:03, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Mexico has no answer for Gordon on the wing*

Posted by Blazer User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:13:57, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Best half of the tournament so far? *

Posted by MC User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:54:45, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

Gonna be hard to beat extra time between Argentina and Cape Verde… but that was great.

Posted by uofi1998 User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:07:38, in reply to "Best half of the tournament so far? *"

Mexico looks incredible.

Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

#truth*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 5, 2026, 21:16:44, in reply to "Gonna be hard to beat extra time between Argentina and Cape Verde… but that was great. "

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Mexico looks incredible.

The 2nd half is going to be insane/electric*

Posted by Mrap24 User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:52:07, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Save for 2 brilliant minutes from Jude, that was pretty dominant from Mexico*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:51:56, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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What a fucking half*

Posted by CoronaTheirAss User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:51:33, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Bellingham with a tremendous save on top of two goals*

Posted by PapaDels User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:51:02, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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I have schweppervessence and wessonality.
Too sweet to be sour, too nice to be mean.
Radicalized by basic decency.

What’s with the eyepatch on the side of the head?*

Posted by PapaDels User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:50:02, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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I have schweppervessence and wessonality.
Too sweet to be sour, too nice to be mean.
Radicalized by basic decency.

Fractured his skull years ago*

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:50:47, in reply to "What’s with the eyepatch on the side of the head?*"

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Thank you*

Posted by PapaDels User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:51:17, in reply to "Fractured his skull years ago*"

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I have schweppervessence and wessonality.
Too sweet to be sour, too nice to be mean.
Radicalized by basic decency.

Get your shit together England*

Posted by Blazer User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:49:36, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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My goodness, so close to a tie game*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:49:35, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Pickford with 2 now*

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:49:22, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Holy wow Jude what a save *

Posted by MC User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:49:21, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

What an incredible last 20 minutes*

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:49:18, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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England barely holding on*

Posted by VIV User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:48:25, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

What a response. What a tournament.*

Posted by ATL User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:43:43, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

They got right back up from the canvas*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:47:20, in reply to "What a response. What a tournament.*"

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“An explosion of Mexican passion”*

Posted by VIV User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:43:27, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Buckle up*

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:43:23, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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WILD*

Posted by LeatherneckIllini User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:43:02, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Action has certainly picked up. *

Posted by VIV User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:42:51, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Revival at Azteca*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:42:45, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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If Mexico can’t do anything before halftime, they’re players…

Posted by shua User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:42:21, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

Are going to get pelted with bottles of urine on the way to the locker room!

Womp womp

Hola no muerto!*

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:43:19, in reply to "If Mexico can’t do anything before halftime, they’re players…"

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Are going to get pelted with bottles of ruin on the way to the locker room!

Womp womp

Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

“Surf is just a national treasure.” — Jackie

No urine bath for Tu*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:44:04, in reply to "Hola no muerto!*"

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Are going to get pelted with bottles of ruin on the way to the locker room!

Womp womp

Don’t worry, you’re always a goal away from a urine bath!*

Posted by shua User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:44:52, in reply to "No urine bath for Tu*"

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Are going to get pelted with bottles of ruin on the way to the locker room!

Womp womp

DOS A CERO *clap clap clapclapclap*

Posted by VIV User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:41:38, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

As you were saying?*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:43:13, in reply to "DOS A CERO *clap clap clapclapclap*"

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It was briefly correct. *

Posted by VIV User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:44:04, in reply to "As you were saying?*"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Not for long*

Posted by UIHuskie User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:43:04, in reply to "DOS A CERO *clap clap clapclapclap*"

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Dos a cero fittingly enough *

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:41:02, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Too bad they didn’t score when they looked better. Since they don’t have…

Posted by shua User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:39:37, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

players like Kane and Jude.

Let them hang around

Give up a 3rd soon and this will have major Brazil/Germany 2014 vibes*

Posted by OB25 User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:39:20, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

lol fuck off Mexico*

Posted by ATL User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:39:15, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

This*

Posted by PapaDels User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:40:12, in reply to "lol fuck off Mexico*"

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I have schweppervessence and wessonality.
Too sweet to be sour, too nice to be mean.
Radicalized by basic decency.

BANG BANG. lol, suck it Mexico. *

Posted by VIV User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:38:38, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Great ball from Kane, too. *

Posted by VIV User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:39:19, in reply to "BANG BANG. lol, suck it Mexico. *"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

OMG*

Posted by LeatherneckIllini User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:38:37, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Haha. Fuck Mexico!

Posted by shua User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:38:37, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Wow*

Posted by CoronaTheirAss User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:38:36, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Eeets comming hayom!*

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:38:35, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

“Surf is just a national treasure.” — Jackie

Disaster at Azteca*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:38:33, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Trademark rhat*

Posted by LeatherneckIllini User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:39:00, in reply to "Disaster at Azteca*"

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Nice delivery by Saka. Really bad defense to have no one back post. *

Posted by VIV User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:37:42, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

It was a great design using Kane as a decoy

Posted by Blazer User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:39:19, in reply to "Nice delivery by Saka. Really bad defense to have no one back post. *"

He started to cross with Bellingham and then cut back in drawing the defender and leaving Bellingham wide open

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That was a beautiful counter attack*

Posted by TarheelIllini User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:36:58, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Recrudescence

Mexican players making some fantastic turns with the ball so far. Great skill*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:35:51, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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I can’t figure what England is trying to do…serious Brazil vibes right now*

Posted by PapaDels User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:34:46, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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I have schweppervessence and wessonality.
Too sweet to be sour, too nice to be mean.
Radicalized by basic decency.

Mexico in control and then holy sh*t*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:38:50, in reply to "I can’t figure what England is trying to do…serious Brazil vibes right now*"

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I feel like I manifested that*

Posted by PapaDels User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:39:41, in reply to "Mexico in control and then holy sh*t*"

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I have schweppervessence and wessonality.
Too sweet to be sour, too nice to be mean.
Radicalized by basic decency.

LOL *

Posted by PapaDels User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:37:14, in reply to "I can’t figure what England is trying to do…serious Brazil vibes right now*"

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I have schweppervessence and wessonality.
Too sweet to be sour, too nice to be mean.
Radicalized by basic decency.

Safe bet that Mora ends up at Real or Barca eventually *

Posted by MC User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:19:30, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

In theory eligible after he turns 18 in October*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:30:30, in reply to "Safe bet that Mora ends up at Real or Barca eventually *"

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Key word being eventually

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:29:32, in reply to "Safe bet that Mora ends up at Real or Barca eventually *"

The powers that be have reportedly put an absurd price tag on him.

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That save was outstanding. Really good header too *

Posted by MC User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:18:34, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

Great save*

Posted by VIV User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:16:02, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

For real*

Posted by PapaDels User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:16:25, in reply to "Great save*"

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I have schweppervessence and wessonality.
Too sweet to be sour, too nice to be mean.
Radicalized by basic decency.

Could have been red*

Posted by CoronaTheirAss User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:04:38, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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So they’re allowed to say Azteca? *

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:02:04, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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They called KC “arrowhead” a few times. And Azteca is a legendary stadium for world soccer. *

Posted by VIV User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:05:00, in reply to "So they’re allowed to say Azteca? *"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

I understand but FIFA has rules. Good to hear it*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:06:19, in reply to "They called KC “arrowhead” a few times. And Azteca is a legendary stadium for world soccer. *"

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I think the rules are more strict about sponsorship names on stadiums

Posted by VIV User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:13:01, in reply to "I understand but FIFA has rules. Good to hear it*"

And they get some grace for Arrowhead or Azteca vs MetLife or SoFi

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

That’s the way I understood it as well*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:20:32, in reply to "I think the rules are more strict about sponsorship names on stadiums "

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And they get some grace for Arrowhead or Azteca vs MetLife or SoFi

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Choose your fighter: England or Mexico?*

Posted by ATL User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:00:46, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

I want England, but think Mexico wins. 2-1*

Posted by TarheelIllini User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:26:46, in reply to "Choose your fighter: England or Mexico?*"

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Recrudescence

2-1 England *

Posted by MC User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:03:51, in reply to "Choose your fighter: England or Mexico?*"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

Looking good! *

Posted by MC User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:43:04, in reply to "2-1 England *"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

I like Mexico in this game. 2-0*

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:01:51, in reply to "Choose your fighter: England or Mexico?*"

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I’m not super familiar with MEX players but by my count the best 6 players are English

Posted by MC User icon on July 5, 2026, 19:57:13, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

Maybe 7 depending on how you feel about E. Anderson.

How are Mexico favorites? The crowd and altitude? Vibes?

Edit: to name them. Kane, Jude, Rice, Saka, OReilly and Guehi

Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

Mexico are slight underdogs*

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:00:09, in reply to "I’m not super familiar with MEX players but by my count the best 6 players are English "

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Maybe 7 depending on how you feel about E. Anderson.

How are Mexico favorites? The crowd and altitude? Vibes?
Edit: to name them. Kane, Jude, Rice, Saka, OReilly and Guehi

At the Azteca, England hasn’t been impressive, and they tend to choke as a country. *

Posted by VIV User icon on July 5, 2026, 19:59:19, in reply to "I’m not super familiar with MEX players but by my count the best 6 players are English "

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Maybe 7 depending on how you feel about E. Anderson.

How are Mexico favorites? The crowd and altitude? Vibes?
Edit: to name them. Kane, Jude, Rice, Saka, OReilly and Guehi

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Mexico tends to choke too, no? *

Posted by MC User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:00:19, in reply to "At the Azteca, England hasn’t been impressive, and they tend to choke as a country. *"

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Maybe 7 depending on how you feel about E. Anderson.

How are Mexico favorites? The crowd and altitude? Vibes?
Edit: to name them. Kane, Jude, Rice, Saka, OReilly and Guehi

Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

Holy shit at the national anthem for Mexico. *

Posted by VIV User icon on July 5, 2026, 19:55:35, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

If Cena wins we riot*

Posted by chorizo User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:01:52, in reply to "Holy shit at the national anthem for Mexico. *"

vibes

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Top 5 vs Bottom 5 anthem matchup*

Posted by ijustkrushalot User icon on July 5, 2026, 20:01:18, in reply to "Holy shit at the national anthem for Mexico. *"

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Cheapest seat tonight? Just over $4500….

Posted by LeatherneckIllini User icon on July 5, 2026, 19:51:53, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

https://x.com/darrenrovell/status/2073859226208743873?s=20

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Alexi Lalas’ transition to Lee Marvin is nearly complete*

Posted by opossum jenkins User icon on July 5, 2026, 18:58:36, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Not until he joins the Marines, gets filled with shrapnel and becomes an insane drunk…

Posted by LeatherneckIllini User icon on July 5, 2026, 19:22:09, in reply to "Alexi Lalas’ transition to Lee Marvin is nearly complete*"

and have one of the most famous family law cases named after him.

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I like how Marvin and Joe Louis are buried next to each other @ Arlington*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 5, 2026, 19:32:41, in reply to "Not until he joins the Marines, gets filled with shrapnel and becomes an insane drunk…"

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and have one of the most famous family law cases named after him.

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Yup. My buddy took me to that spot.*

Posted by LeatherneckIllini User icon on July 5, 2026, 19:34:45, in reply to "I like how Marvin and Joe Louis are buried next to each other @ Arlington*"

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and have one of the most famous family law cases named after him.

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Zlatan is funny. Never heard of him before this WC, but I like him*

Posted by bbonb User icon on July 5, 2026, 18:53:01, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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ooo

Posted by timmer User icon on July 5, 2026, 19:10:15, in reply to "Zlatan is funny. Never heard of him before this WC, but I like him*"

(for rent)

........wat*

Posted by VIV User icon on July 5, 2026, 19:20:05, in reply to "ooo"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Bummer on delay for Mexico v England*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 5, 2026, 18:29:47, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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Great Viking row.

Posted by LeatherneckIllini User icon on July 5, 2026, 17:45:25, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

https://x.com/WUTangKids/status/2073893932786655405?s=20

I want the Chief back. :-(

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That’s awesome. *

Posted by harb User icon on July 5, 2026, 19:27:33, in reply to "Great Viking row. "

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https://x.com/WUTangKids/status/2073893932786655405?s=20

I want the Chief back. :-(

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

That's what some English historians call the reign of Alfred the Great*

Posted by Sammich User icon on July 5, 2026, 18:29:57, in reply to "Great Viking row. "

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https://x.com/WUTangKids/status/2073893932786655405?s=20

I want the Chief back. :-(

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What we've become is contrary to what we want
Take a bow

Thanks Vikings and Old Norse for helping to simplify English

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 5, 2026, 18:36:30, in reply to "That's what some English historians call the reign of Alfred the Great*"

And for many loan words.

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https://x.com/WUTangKids/status/2073893932786655405?s=20

I want the Chief back. :-(

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The rape, pillage and mass enslavement was a small price to pay for that. *

Posted by larue33 User icon on July 5, 2026, 18:42:07, in reply to "Thanks Vikings and Old Norse for helping to simplify English"

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And for many loan words.

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I want the Chief back. :-(

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Yeah, there was that, too, and more*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 5, 2026, 18:44:30, in reply to "The rape, pillage and mass enslavement was a small price to pay for that. *"

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And for many loan words.

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I want the Chief back. :-(

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that Tim Robbins looking dude is pretty good, but Brazil played defense like Harden*

Posted by bbonb User icon on July 5, 2026, 17:11:20, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32/16"

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We have this sport where they measure the smallest motion of the ball with microchips

Posted by IlliniRunner User icon on July 5, 2026, 17:06:05, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

yet timing is set by a guy kinda squinting at the clock until it feels right to end the game.

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In soccer it seems like a solution in need of a problem. In cricket it’s very understandable.*

Posted by ATL User icon on July 5, 2026, 17:29:06, in reply to "We have this sport where they measure the smallest motion of the ball with microchips"

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yet timing is set by a guy kinda squinting at the clock until it feels right to end the game.

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Imagine if they had blown that.*

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;' tabindex=0>$ on July 5, 2026, 17:05:09, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

Why is this game still going?*

Posted by John Coctostan User icon on July 5, 2026, 17:04:37, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Dude, just end the fucking game already

Posted by IlliniSax05 User icon on July 5, 2026, 17:04:24, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

LOL Neymar. What a wank*

Posted by VIV User icon on July 5, 2026, 17:03:53, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Neymar: Not relevant since 2023*

Posted by shua User icon on July 5, 2026, 17:06:26, in reply to "LOL Neymar. What a wank*"

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This is like an Illinois DB flexing after a tackle on a 30 yard gain while down 40*

Posted by IlliniRunner User icon on July 5, 2026, 17:03:42, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Me not dead yet*

Posted by LeatherneckIllini User icon on July 5, 2026, 17:03:34, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Keeper should have pointed out the scoreboard *

Posted by ATL User icon on July 5, 2026, 17:03:20, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Exactly. Wonder what Neymar could even say *

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 5, 2026, 17:04:11, in reply to "Keeper should have pointed out the scoreboard *"

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What*

Posted by UIHuskie User icon on July 5, 2026, 17:01:54, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Sassy rename this thread *

Posted by ATL User icon on July 5, 2026, 16:59:26, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Reminds me a lot of Morocco/Netherlands

Posted by VIV User icon on July 5, 2026, 16:57:15, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

Underdog dominating a traditional power and taking them out of their normal style of play.

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

What a strike from Haaland. *

Posted by VIV User icon on July 5, 2026, 16:55:24, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

I mean that placement was surreal *

Posted by MC User icon on July 5, 2026, 16:53:34, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

Blouses.*

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You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

Wow*

Posted by PapaDels User icon on July 5, 2026, 16:52:35, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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I have schweppervessence and wessonality.
Too sweet to be sour, too nice to be mean.
Radicalized by basic decency.

wowiezowie*

Posted by IlliniRunner User icon on July 5, 2026, 16:52:30, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Superman. *

Posted by assassin User icon on July 5, 2026, 16:52:28, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

A super nutmeg. *

Posted by assassin User icon on July 5, 2026, 16:53:31, in reply to "Superman. *"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Erling Targaryan*

Posted by VIV User icon on July 5, 2026, 16:55:51, in reply to "A super nutmeg. *"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

LOL that's unreal. Absolute laser*

Posted by UIHuskie User icon on July 5, 2026, 16:52:23, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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WOOOOOW *

Posted by MC User icon on July 5, 2026, 16:52:00, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

WOOOOOOOOOWWW*

Posted by LeatherneckIllini User icon on July 5, 2026, 16:52:30, in reply to "WOOOOOW *"

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Passes 556-230 Norway *

Posted by MC User icon on July 5, 2026, 16:45:23, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

Princess Ingrid should make a good looking queen some day *

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 5, 2026, 16:44:03, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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He.is.inevitable*

Posted by shua User icon on July 5, 2026, 16:43:46, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Haaland spent so much time standing around, and then..*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 5, 2026, 16:43:14, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Soccer Gronk*

Posted by LeatherneckIllini User icon on July 5, 2026, 16:43:39, in reply to "Haaland spent so much time standing around, and then..*"

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All he does is score goals*

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on July 5, 2026, 16:42:47, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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No matter what

Posted by IlliniSax05 User icon on July 5, 2026, 16:45:08, in reply to "All he does is score goals*"

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

NO(R)WAY!*

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You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

This Brazil team is lacking something big time. Guessing it’s an apex midfielder *

Posted by MC User icon on July 5, 2026, 16:42:02, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

I know they’ve been in the dumps for a decade now

Posted by snipes824 User icon on July 5, 2026, 16:46:54, in reply to "This Brazil team is lacking something big time. Guessing it’s an apex midfielder *"

But it’s still shocking to see how uninspired they are now. There’s nothing there.

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They beat the crap out of Belgium and were highly unlucky in 2018

Posted by RD User icon on July 5, 2026, 19:36:31, in reply to "I know they’ve been in the dumps for a decade now"

And were extremely better than Croatia before Fred fucked everything up and then penalties.

But if your point is that those exits are then amplified by this crap team - then yes. This is a poorly constructed team by a manager who may be crushing on the pay me boat with zero ambition to get it right.

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But it’s still shocking to see how uninspired they are now. There’s nothing there.

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To be clear - dumps being final 8 appearances every WC *

Posted by MC User icon on July 5, 2026, 16:50:07, in reply to "I know they’ve been in the dumps for a decade now"

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But it’s still shocking to see how uninspired they are now. There’s nothing there.

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

Not anymore!*

Posted by Blazer User icon on July 5, 2026, 17:05:42, in reply to "To be clear - dumps being final 8 appearances every WC *"

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But it’s still shocking to see how uninspired they are now. There’s nothing there.

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They had no desire to grab the game, keep or retrieve the ball.

Posted by assassin User icon on July 5, 2026, 16:44:46, in reply to "This Brazil team is lacking something big time. Guessing it’s an apex midfielder *"

Just out there lollygagging *

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

I mean they’re still not really pressuring *

Posted by PapaDels User icon on July 5, 2026, 16:47:19, in reply to "They had no desire to grab the game, keep or retrieve the ball. "

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Just out there lollygagging *

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I have schweppervessence and wessonality.
Too sweet to be sour, too nice to be mean.
Radicalized by basic decency.

This is so so strange to watch *

Posted by assassin User icon on July 5, 2026, 16:47:43, in reply to "I mean they’re still not really pressuring *"

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Just out there lollygagging *

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

And getting stranger!!*

Posted by assassin User icon on July 5, 2026, 16:49:20, in reply to "This is so so strange to watch *"

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Just out there lollygagging *

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

This game has been played at such a bizarre leisurely pace *

Posted by assassin User icon on July 5, 2026, 16:38:52, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Perhaps that will change things. *

Posted by assassin User icon on July 5, 2026, 16:42:09, in reply to "This game has been played at such a bizarre leisurely pace *"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Really good keeper play in this game*

Posted by PapaDels User icon on July 5, 2026, 16:38:10, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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I have schweppervessence and wessonality.
Too sweet to be sour, too nice to be mean.
Radicalized by basic decency.

Scattershooting while wondering whatever happened to vuvuzelas?*

Posted by bbonb User icon on July 5, 2026, 16:17:26, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Banned by FIFA *

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 5, 2026, 16:24:40, in reply to "Scattershooting while wondering whatever happened to vuvuzelas?*"

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That’s a shame*

Posted by PapaDels User icon on July 5, 2026, 16:34:40, in reply to "Banned by FIFA *"

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I have schweppervessence and wessonality.
Too sweet to be sour, too nice to be mean.
Radicalized by basic decency.

Less annoying than the fans that whistle when the other team has the ball *

Posted by assassin User icon on July 5, 2026, 16:39:30, in reply to "That’s a shame*"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

I’d say equally for me*

Posted by PapaDels User icon on July 5, 2026, 16:42:40, in reply to "Less annoying than the fans that whistle when the other team has the ball *"

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I have schweppervessence and wessonality.
Too sweet to be sour, too nice to be mean.
Radicalized by basic decency.

Rather odd halftime subs for Norway *

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on July 5, 2026, 16:12:25, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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I kinda love the keeper’s strategy of just bombing it to Haaland…go win the ball, buddy*

Posted by PapaDels User icon on July 5, 2026, 15:53:14, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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I have schweppervessence and wessonality.
Too sweet to be sour, too nice to be mean.
Radicalized by basic decency.

I'm enjoying the stutter step penalty disasters in this tournament

Posted by UIHuskie User icon on July 5, 2026, 15:23:52, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

They're garbage and keepers seem to have them pretty well figured out.

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I thought you were not allowed to come to a complete stop when taking a penalty*

Posted by ECEIllinois User icon on July 5, 2026, 15:18:24, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Brazil sad*

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on July 5, 2026, 15:14:22, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Clear penalty*

Posted by Mrap24 User icon on July 5, 2026, 15:11:58, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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There have been horrific challenges made in the box this WC. Like what are you thinking type fouls*

Posted by MC User icon on July 5, 2026, 15:11:55, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

Definitely a pen*

Posted by VIV User icon on July 5, 2026, 15:11:39, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

How did that ref miss that on the field*

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on July 5, 2026, 15:13:29, in reply to "Definitely a pen*"

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It appears Balogun will be available to play tomorrow

Posted by illini21 User icon on July 5, 2026, 11:38:09, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

https://x.com/adamcrafton_/status/2073805425246454175?s=46&t=1RNaEoTzszuK8ZGMTKgLhA

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Ooo

Posted by Herman Blume User icon on July 5, 2026, 18:24:13, in reply to "It appears Balogun will be available to play tomorrow "

https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/msg/1782964109.html

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Another data point for FIFA being corrupt as shit. *

Posted by VIV User icon on July 5, 2026, 15:34:44, in reply to "It appears Balogun will be available to play tomorrow "

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

What’s corrupt about it? They’re getting right what was wrong

Posted by RD User icon on July 5, 2026, 19:34:27, in reply to "Another data point for FIFA being corrupt as shit. *"

Should they announce why? For sure - but this isn’t the corrupt anthem people are claiming.

Balogun should absolutely be playing - because he deserves it.

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Well said. *

Posted by harb User icon on July 5, 2026, 19:37:13, in reply to "What’s corrupt about it? They’re getting right what was wrong "

[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

Who cares? Great for the US. Plus they misused VAR. *

Posted by harb User icon on July 5, 2026, 19:29:26, in reply to "Another data point for FIFA being corrupt as shit. *"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

Belgium statement: seems like they're protesting this decision

Posted by DanSaint User icon on July 5, 2026, 14:59:06, in reply to "It appears Balogun will be available to play tomorrow "

don't really know what else they can do. No real legal standing.

https://x.com/JomboyMedia/status/2073858623340412946?s=20

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I mean, there wasn’t legal standing for overturning the red, either. *

Posted by VIV User icon on July 5, 2026, 15:48:31, in reply to "Belgium statement: seems like they're protesting this decision"

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don't really know what else they can do. No real legal standing.

https://x.com/JomboyMedia/status/2073858623340412946?s=20

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Article 27?

Posted by harb User icon on July 5, 2026, 19:49:16, in reply to "I mean, there wasn’t legal standing for overturning the red, either. *"

And why the fuk are you so upset about this. It’s great the USMNT.

I truly do not understand all of the hand wringing about FIFAs decision on this board.

Almost everyone posting during the game thread comp,aimed about the red card and now it’s fixed.

[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

100% agree. Just don't know what else can be done by Belgium

Posted by DanSaint User icon on July 5, 2026, 15:50:49, in reply to "I mean, there wasn’t legal standing for overturning the red, either. *"

unless they just refuse to play because of it citing bias?

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don't really know what else they can do. No real legal standing.

https://x.com/JomboyMedia/status/2073858623340412946?s=20

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Belgium and lots of countries are uh not happy *

Posted by MC User icon on July 5, 2026, 14:36:56, in reply to "It appears Balogun will be available to play tomorrow "

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

Hope they are crying into their waffles.*

Posted by Toonces User icon on July 5, 2026, 15:08:05, in reply to "Belgium and lots of countries are uh not happy *"

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I’m ugly.

The lack of transparency intra-tournament is a major problem *

Posted by ATL User icon on July 5, 2026, 14:47:14, in reply to "Belgium and lots of countries are uh not happy *"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Astounding corruption. I’d sit him anyway (I know that won’t happen)*

Posted by snipes824 User icon on July 5, 2026, 13:27:39, in reply to "It appears Balogun will be available to play tomorrow "

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FIFA is so corrupt it’s no longer corrupt if that makes sense. There are no rules *

Posted by MC User icon on July 5, 2026, 14:25:19, in reply to "Astounding corruption. I’d sit him anyway (I know that won’t happen)*"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

C'mon*

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on July 5, 2026, 14:08:42, in reply to "Astounding corruption. I’d sit him anyway (I know that won’t happen)*"

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...why?

Posted by IlliniSax05 User icon on July 5, 2026, 13:55:53, in reply to "Astounding corruption. I’d sit him anyway (I know that won’t happen)*"

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

Because it’s an asterisk now if we win

Posted by snipes824 User icon on July 5, 2026, 14:04:16, in reply to "...why?"

Overturn the red if you want him to play. Arbitrarily suspending the punishment is just pure favoritism.

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I think Belgium would get an asterisk if they won it without Balogan out there.

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They should be happy a hypothetical win would be treated as such.

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Overturn the red if you want him to play. Arbitrarily suspending the punishment is just pure favoritism.

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You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

Meh. No one will remember or care if we win

Posted by IlliniSax05 User icon on July 5, 2026, 14:08:14, in reply to "Because it’s an asterisk now if we win"

And let's not forget that the red card was bullshit to begin with

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

Everyone will remember. No one in the US will care

Posted by snipes824 User icon on July 5, 2026, 14:12:25, in reply to "Meh. No one will remember or care if we win"

How many players from how many nations would receive this deferral?

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And let's not forget that the red card was bullshit to begin with

Portugal and Ronaldo right before the tournament.*

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on July 5, 2026, 14:14:58, in reply to "Everyone will remember. No one in the US will care"

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How many players from how many nations would receive this deferral?

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And let's not forget that the red card was bullshit to begin with

Exactly. Ronaldo. How many other players and nations?*

Posted by snipes824 User icon on July 5, 2026, 14:15:50, in reply to "Portugal and Ronaldo right before the tournament.*"

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How many players from how many nations would receive this deferral?

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And let's not forget that the red card was bullshit to begin with

Have you heard much about that prior to today? I sure hadn't.*

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on July 5, 2026, 14:16:56, in reply to "Exactly. Ronaldo. How many other players and nations?*"

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And let's not forget that the red card was bullshit to begin with

I hadn’t*

Posted by snipes824 User icon on July 5, 2026, 14:39:47, in reply to "Have you heard much about that prior to today? I sure hadn't.*"

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And let's not forget that the red card was bullshit to begin with

Talksport London pundits are not happy the White House pressured FIFA. To put it mildly*

Posted by opossum jenkins User icon on July 5, 2026, 13:23:31, in reply to "It appears Balogun will be available to play tomorrow "

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they’re still butt hurt that we kicked they’re ass at Vicksburg 250 years ago*

Posted by bbonb User icon on July 5, 2026, 14:52:49, in reply to "Talksport London pundits are not happy the White House pressured FIFA. To put it mildly*"

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Talksport blows. They can eat a bag *

Posted by MC User icon on July 5, 2026, 14:25:57, in reply to "Talksport London pundits are not happy the White House pressured FIFA. To put it mildly*"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

More like Talkshite *

Posted by KCWildcat User icon on July 5, 2026, 13:44:44, in reply to "Talksport London pundits are not happy the White House pressured FIFA. To put it mildly*"

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I can’t imagine Trump has watched a minute of the World Cup*

Posted by shua User icon on July 5, 2026, 13:27:06, in reply to "Talksport London pundits are not happy the White House pressured FIFA. To put it mildly*"

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Do you think he reads the EOs or legislation he signs?*

Posted by opossum jenkins User icon on July 5, 2026, 13:28:06, in reply to "I can’t imagine Trump has watched a minute of the World Cup*"

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Considering how unhinged the EOs are, I’m sure he writes those!*

Posted by shua User icon on July 5, 2026, 13:29:32, in reply to "Do you think he reads the EOs or legislation he signs?*"

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Suck it, zebras!*

Posted by bbonb User icon on July 5, 2026, 13:22:03, in reply to "It appears Balogun will be available to play tomorrow "

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My thoughts….

Posted by LeatherneckIllini User icon on July 5, 2026, 13:21:27, in reply to "It appears Balogun will be available to play tomorrow "

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FREEDOM 250 is $2,000,000 poorer*

Posted by timmer User icon on July 5, 2026, 12:07:50, in reply to "It appears Balogun will be available to play tomorrow "

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(for rent)

I mean this is corrupt as hell

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on July 5, 2026, 12:07:22, in reply to "It appears Balogun will be available to play tomorrow "

Absolutely has to be.

But yeh!!

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We don't know at what level the decision was made, do we?

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 5, 2026, 14:11:51, in reply to "I mean this is corrupt as hell"

Things like this are not supposed to reach Infantino, in theory.

I saw his happy birthday, America clip. Maybe he was in a good mood and made some calls.

So your theory is that infantino was in a good mood and violated FIFA rules?*

Posted by ATL User icon on July 5, 2026, 14:18:50, in reply to "We don't know at what level the decision was made, do we?"

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Things like this are not supposed to reach Infantino, in theory.

I saw his happy birthday, America clip. Maybe he was in a good mood and made some calls.

“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

I was joking, sorry, although almost nothing would surprise me with him*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 5, 2026, 14:21:08, in reply to "So your theory is that infantino was in a good mood and violated FIFA rules?*"

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Things like this are not supposed to reach Infantino, in theory.

I saw his happy birthday, America clip. Maybe he was in a good mood and made some calls.

Got it. He is supposed to have no say in such matters. The red card was harsh.

Posted by ATL User icon on July 5, 2026, 14:27:04, in reply to "I was joking, sorry, although almost nothing would surprise me with him*"

So maybe they reconsidered.

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Things like this are not supposed to reach Infantino, in theory.

I saw his happy birthday, America clip. Maybe he was in a good mood and made some calls.

“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

SHOCKING *

Posted by MC User icon on July 5, 2026, 12:04:43, in reply to "It appears Balogun will be available to play tomorrow "

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

Woot. Good news. *

Posted by harb User icon on July 5, 2026, 11:51:00, in reply to "It appears Balogun will be available to play tomorrow "

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

Woot. Good news. *

Posted by harb User icon on July 5, 2026, 11:50:59, in reply to "It appears Balogun will be available to play tomorrow "

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

I’m not sure how this fits within the rules but I like it*

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on July 5, 2026, 11:46:54, in reply to "It appears Balogun will be available to play tomorrow "

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The red card was extremely harsh. And maybe there needs to be something where the player is sent off

Posted by ATL User icon on July 5, 2026, 12:43:02, in reply to "I’m not sure how this fits within the rules but I like it*"

but not suspended for the next match because the offense was deemed unintentional. But this is fishy.

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Exactly where I’m at. Absolutely insane that a red necessarily carries another game suspension…

Posted by opossum jenkins User icon on July 5, 2026, 13:02:50, in reply to "The red card was extremely harsh. And maybe there needs to be something where the player is sent off"

…..when it’s not clear misconduct occurred. Insane.

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but not suspended for the next match because the offense was deemed unintentional. But this is fishy.

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FIFA makes their own rules. Meaning, there are no rules. *

Posted by MC User icon on July 5, 2026, 12:05:30, in reply to "I’m not sure how this fits within the rules but I like it*"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

Here's some text from The Athletic

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 5, 2026, 11:58:15, in reply to "I’m not sure how this fits within the rules but I like it*"

Not sure if this is helpful:

Article 27 of FIFA’s disciplinary code states that “the judicial body may decide to fully or partially suspend the implementation of a disciplinary measure.”

It adds: “If the person benefiting from a suspended sanction commits another infringement of a similar nature and gravity during the probationary period, the suspension shall be revoked by the judicial body and the sanction enforced without prejudice to any additional sanction imposed for the new infringement.”

Cristiano Ronaldo avoided a suspension for the start of the World Cup in similar circumstances after FIFA handed the Portugal captain a three-match ban, but with the final two games suspended for “a one-year probation period”.

“We’ve got rules, but really, we can do whatever we want”*

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on July 5, 2026, 12:00:33, in reply to "Here's some text from The Athletic"

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True but this time, there is legit cause to overturn bc the VAR wasn’t supposed to happen.

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 5, 2026, 12:09:37, in reply to "“We’ve got rules, but really, we can do whatever we want”*"

Since VAR was used incorrectly, it’s a legit overturn. I’m sure some strong arming went into it behind the scenes to make it happen, but at least there’s a good reason and not just political shenanigans.

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It taking 3 days is the problem. Rules weren’t followed, they knew it, decision could have been made

Posted by Mrap24 User icon on July 5, 2026, 12:52:45, in reply to "True but this time, there is legit cause to overturn bc the VAR wasn’t supposed to happen."

Following morning.

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They also haven't provided the reason for suspending the ban

Posted by UIHuskie User icon on July 5, 2026, 12:54:43, in reply to "It taking 3 days is the problem. Rules weren’t followed, they knew it, decision could have been made"

If they said it was because VAR protocols weren't followed, here's what happened, etc. it would seem less corrupt. Except they haven't done that.

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Considering the VAR protocol’s argument has been mentioned for days…

Posted by shua User icon on July 5, 2026, 13:31:59, in reply to "They also haven't provided the reason for suspending the ban"

that seemed an easy out. Instead they’re giving some vague suspending the ban justification, that makes it look sketchy as #$&*

They don’t have to admit anything. *

Posted by harb User icon on July 5, 2026, 12:56:37, in reply to "They also haven't provided the reason for suspending the ban"

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If they said it was because VAR protocols weren't followed, here's what happened, etc. it would seem less corrupt. Except they haven't done that.

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

FIFA is shameless. We already knew this. At least this time it’s to right a wrong*

Posted by CWR10 User icon on July 5, 2026, 12:02:53, in reply to "“We’ve got rules, but really, we can do whatever we want”*"

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They did the same thing with Ronaldo

Posted by UIHuskie User icon on July 5, 2026, 11:52:54, in reply to "I’m not sure how this fits within the rules but I like it*"

He should've been banned for Portugal's first 2 games in this World Cup but they suspended the ban for a year.

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Yeah. Feels political but…

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard User icon on July 5, 2026, 11:49:00, in reply to "I’m not sure how this fits within the rules but I like it*"

They aren’t supposed to VAR those sorts of reviews in slo mo or frame by frame and apparently broke review protocol by doing so, and he was facing away from the opposing player when his foot made contact, so clearly no intent. Could’ve been a yellow.

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Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

“Surf is just a national treasure.” — Jackie

Political is letting that Uzbekistan referee do any more games*

Posted by Poldark User icon on July 5, 2026, 11:49:52, in reply to "Yeah. Feels political but…"

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Social Misfit who wants to coach Illinois women's basketball.

"The only thing the DSA hates more than Republicans is Democrats."

If you hate Paraguayan soccer you should also hate Houston Cougars basketball because it’s the same*

Posted by ATL User icon on July 4, 2026, 21:32:23, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

fair comp. Beat Belgium *

Posted by Poldark User icon on July 4, 2026, 22:44:56, in reply to "If you hate Paraguayan soccer you should also hate Houston Cougars basketball because it’s the same*"

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Social Misfit who wants to coach Illinois women's basketball.

"The only thing the DSA hates more than Republicans is Democrats."

It's been said before but I'll say it again...this studio crew is fantastic

Posted by IlliniSax05 User icon on July 4, 2026, 18:19:52, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

Rebecca Lowe and Henry are great. Zlatan is growing on me*

Posted by JacobRDaugherty User icon on July 5, 2026, 6:33:56, in reply to "It's been said before but I'll say it again...this studio crew is fantastic "

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A perfect example of more than one way to play the game.

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on July 4, 2026, 18:19:34, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

Galarza has seen some things in his day I’m assuming

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That was shameful*

Posted by opossum jenkins User icon on July 4, 2026, 18:09:19, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Fuck them*

Posted by Sounder User icon on July 4, 2026, 18:10:53, in reply to "That was shameful*"

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I’m glad France was not provocated (Zlatanisms)*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 4, 2026, 18:08:44, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Stay classy, Paraguay*

Posted by Sounder User icon on July 4, 2026, 18:06:50, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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We beat them 4-1, France*

Posted by ATL User icon on July 4, 2026, 21:33:41, in reply to "Stay classy, Paraguay*"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

These guy are nasty *

Posted by illini User icon on July 4, 2026, 18:05:01, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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No yellows for Paraguay is a travesty *

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 4, 2026, 18:02:48, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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#23 has been a menace*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 4, 2026, 18:04:48, in reply to "No yellows for Paraguay is a travesty *"

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#4 has hacked Mbappe all game *

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 4, 2026, 18:03:59, in reply to "No yellows for Paraguay is a travesty *"

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Facts *

Posted by PapaDels User icon on July 4, 2026, 18:03:18, in reply to "No yellows for Paraguay is a travesty *"

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I have schweppervessence and wessonality.
Too sweet to be sour, too nice to be mean.
Radicalized by basic decency.

Flop

Posted by IlliniSax05 User icon on July 4, 2026, 18:02:00, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

Paraguay’s keeper doing work *

Posted by PapaDels User icon on July 4, 2026, 18:01:21, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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I have schweppervessence and wessonality.
Too sweet to be sour, too nice to be mean.
Radicalized by basic decency.

Yea. Shouldn’t get lost in the mess of the rest of the game*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 4, 2026, 18:01:57, in reply to "Paraguay’s keeper doing work *"

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How is that not a yellow?*

Posted by UIHuskie User icon on July 4, 2026, 17:37:20, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Man, i hate this Paraguay team. *

Posted by VIV User icon on July 4, 2026, 17:34:00, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Yep, chippy little shits*

Posted by PapaDels User icon on July 4, 2026, 18:04:37, in reply to "Man, i hate this Paraguay team. *"

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I have schweppervessence and wessonality.
Too sweet to be sour, too nice to be mean.
Radicalized by basic decency.

We could be watching France vs. Germany right now instead*

Posted by OB25 User icon on July 4, 2026, 17:46:15, in reply to "Man, i hate this Paraguay team. *"

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Just came here to say the same. All this bullshit they're pulling just makes me want them to lose

Posted by IlliniSax05 User icon on July 4, 2026, 17:34:36, in reply to "Man, i hate this Paraguay team. *"

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

What a dumb foul. Going away from goal*

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on July 4, 2026, 17:32:07, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Clear penalty*

Posted by UIHuskie User icon on July 4, 2026, 17:31:01, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Knee on knee. *

Posted by assassin User icon on July 4, 2026, 17:31:16, in reply to "Clear penalty*"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Yeah that’s a pen *

Posted by MC User icon on July 4, 2026, 17:30:19, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

Didn’t even try for the ball*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 4, 2026, 17:31:36, in reply to "Yeah that’s a pen *"

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As solid a low block as you will see from Paraguay*

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on July 4, 2026, 16:51:49, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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How can the manager wear a suit in the upper 90s?*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 4, 2026, 16:09:51, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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age is just a number*

Posted by bbonb User icon on July 4, 2026, 17:20:56, in reply to "How can the manager wear a suit in the upper 90s?*"

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They practice that all the time*

Posted by PapaDels User icon on July 4, 2026, 17:16:23, in reply to "How can the manager wear a suit in the upper 90s?*"

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I have schweppervessence and wessonality.
Too sweet to be sour, too nice to be mean.
Radicalized by basic decency.

Very carefully

Posted by IlliniSax05 User icon on July 4, 2026, 16:53:37, in reply to "How can the manager wear a suit in the upper 90s?*"

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

lol at Zlatan’s shades. *

Posted by assassin User icon on July 4, 2026, 14:44:12, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

and then Fox outros with Fortunate Son. Perfect. *

Posted by assassin User icon on July 4, 2026, 14:46:33, in reply to "lol at Zlatan’s shades. *"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

So long Canadia*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 4, 2026, 13:46:32, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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What a misleading 2-0*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 4, 2026, 13:48:07, in reply to "So long Canadia*"

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Sorry, eh.*

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard User icon on July 4, 2026, 13:47:10, in reply to "So long Canadia*"

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Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

“Surf is just a national treasure.” — Jackie

I know he’s banged up but did Davies die.

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on July 4, 2026, 13:44:57, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

I mean he has to go in this match, even for 15 minutes

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Officially doesn’t matter*

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on July 4, 2026, 13:47:23, in reply to "I know he’s banged up but did Davies die."

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I mean he has to go in this match, even for 15 minutes

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Relax on the yellows, Michael Oliver. Barely any contact there.*

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on July 4, 2026, 13:32:22, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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He pulled it with some zealous, swing and a miss on his part *

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on July 4, 2026, 13:33:20, in reply to "Relax on the yellows, Michael Oliver. Barely any contact there.*"

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So the number that is out there in several places is 2.4 billion people watched the Argentina/Cape

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on July 4, 2026, 13:05:14, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

Verde match last night.

That can’t be right can it? That is a 1/4 of the world’s population.

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Half that would make more sense given time zones

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 4, 2026, 13:18:41, in reply to "So the number that is out there in several places is 2.4 billion people watched the Argentina/Cape "

Would like to see data by continent.

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Verde match last night.

That can’t be right can it? That is a 1/4 of the world’s population.

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pretty good first half for Canada. Morocco's gonna need to change something*

Posted by assassin User icon on July 4, 2026, 12:53:38, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

I like how this referee has taken control of the Canada / Monaco game*

Posted by TarheelIllini User icon on July 4, 2026, 12:48:59, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Recrudescence

Argentina v CV was certainly cleaner and more fun than this*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 4, 2026, 12:47:20, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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I’ll put this here because it’s a World Cup city- - I’m sitting in Miami’s airport is AWFUL. Legit

Posted by LovetheChief User icon on July 4, 2026, 12:30:15, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

Saw a maintenance person step on and kill a rat running around. Minimal food options in the concourses we can access. Blech.

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It’s always reminded me of an Indian airport from the 1990s

Posted by ATL User icon on July 4, 2026, 14:02:35, in reply to "I’ll put this here because it’s a World Cup city- - I’m sitting in Miami’s airport is AWFUL. Legit "

Not complimentary

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Saw a maintenance person step on and kill a rat running around. Minimal food options in the concourses we can access. Blech.

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

There is a Cuban restaurant there inside the international terminal that I love

Posted by TarheelIllini User icon on July 4, 2026, 12:50:13, in reply to "I’ll put this here because it’s a World Cup city- - I’m sitting in Miami’s airport is AWFUL. Legit "

I’ve not had the bad experiences there that others have

Recrudescence

I’m half Cuban so I enjoy the coffee and the cafeteria style Cuban restaurant is decent.

Posted by nash User icon on July 4, 2026, 12:48:16, in reply to "I’ll put this here because it’s a World Cup city- - I’m sitting in Miami’s airport is AWFUL. Legit "

But, it’s not a great airport that’s for sure.

This one*

Posted by TarheelIllini User icon on July 4, 2026, 12:50:35, in reply to "I’m half Cuban so I enjoy the coffee and the cafeteria style Cuban restaurant is decent."

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But, it’s not a great airport that’s for sure.

Recrudescence

It’s a terrible airport*

Posted by Sounder User icon on July 4, 2026, 12:31:08, in reply to "I’ll put this here because it’s a World Cup city- - I’m sitting in Miami’s airport is AWFUL. Legit "

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Saw a maintenance person step on and kill a rat running around. Minimal food options in the concourses we can access. Blech.

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I didn’t know that the Mad Max style motorcycling teacher from “Weird Science”

Posted by timmer User icon on July 4, 2026, 12:15:49, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

Is also a FIFA official

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(for rent)

I would like to take this time to say something nice about Ken Griffin. Thanks for bankrolling Poch.

Posted by ATL User icon on July 4, 2026, 7:53:22, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

There, I said it.

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Greatest Mariner ever?*

Posted by bbonb User icon on July 4, 2026, 10:55:10, in reply to "I would like to take this time to say something nice about Ken Griffin. Thanks for bankrolling Poch."

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There, I said it.

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Character on Family Guy*

Posted by ATL User icon on July 4, 2026, 11:17:23, in reply to "Greatest Mariner ever?*"

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There, I said it.

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

This would be a great letter to the editor of your local newspaper.*

Posted by Poldark User icon on July 4, 2026, 10:24:31, in reply to "I would like to take this time to say something nice about Ken Griffin. Thanks for bankrolling Poch."

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There, I said it.

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Social Misfit who wants to coach Illinois women's basketball.

"The only thing the DSA hates more than Republicans is Democrats."

It wouldn’t surprise me if you had vast experience in that field *

Posted by ATL User icon on July 4, 2026, 11:16:04, in reply to "This would be a great letter to the editor of your local newspaper.*"

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There, I said it.

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Stadium question

Posted by TarheelIllini User icon on July 4, 2026, 7:01:44, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

Why aren’t soccer stadiums designed/laid out more like US football stadiums?

They all seem to be missing/losing seats in each corner.

Recrudescence

Unreal display of Messi rules

Posted by Chilango User icon on July 4, 2026, 6:20:07, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

Two near goal free kicks via given without actual contact on Messi. CV player kicked just outside box at like 93:00, play on.

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RIP three match days*

Posted by assassin User icon on July 3, 2026, 22:37:56, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Thanks Ghana for being a massive buzzkill after the high of Argentina/Cape Verde

Posted by OB25 User icon on July 3, 2026, 22:33:51, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

Thank god we don’t have to watch that team ruin another game.

When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Not Ghana work here anymore.*

Posted by Toonces User icon on July 3, 2026, 23:37:51, in reply to "Thanks Ghana for being a massive buzzkill after the high of Argentina/Cape Verde"

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Thank god we don’t have to watch that team ruin another game.

I’m ugly.

The strategy by Ghana to play as if they're tied and didn't need a goal was not a good. Listless*

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on July 3, 2026, 22:31:42, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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I love this Colombia kit*

Posted by CWR10 User icon on July 3, 2026, 21:40:08, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Colombia fan engagement is just insane to see*

Posted by CoronaTheirAss User icon on July 3, 2026, 21:36:42, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Best fan game experience I’ve experienced

Posted by RD User icon on July 5, 2026, 12:08:53, in reply to "Colombia fan engagement is just insane to see*"

Terrific from days before to the actual game - KC was a lot of fun and super friendly

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They're amazing. We were surrounded by some of them for the England/DR Congo match

Posted by ATL User icon on July 4, 2026, 11:20:01, in reply to "Colombia fan engagement is just insane to see*"

and they were so nice to talk to and fun. The guy we spoke to most was really complimentary of this USMNT. He thought they had top 10 talent talent among the teams in the tournament. He HATED England though, which was funny.

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

didn't realize Ghana had fallen so far in the world rankings*

Posted by assassin User icon on July 3, 2026, 20:48:24, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Almost the same ranking gap as the previous match*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 3, 2026, 20:56:05, in reply to "didn't realize Ghana had fallen so far in the world rankings* "

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Yeah huge talent drop off from their prime.*

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on July 3, 2026, 20:51:49, in reply to "didn't realize Ghana had fallen so far in the world rankings* "

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Yeah I was surprised too.

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard User icon on July 3, 2026, 20:49:01, in reply to "didn't realize Ghana had fallen so far in the world rankings* "

They have some notable players.

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Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

“Surf is just a national treasure.” — Jackie

The studio show is so good. Lowe, Henry and Zaltan are amazing together

Posted by Mrap24 User icon on July 3, 2026, 20:07:05, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

Thank god the booted Lalas out of there.

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I gotta nosign this. Zlatan is a train wreck.*

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on July 3, 2026, 22:33:59, in reply to "The studio show is so good. Lowe, Henry and Zaltan are amazing together"

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Thank god the booted Lalas out of there.

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I'm enjoying all of this so much*

Posted by DiamondDazzle User icon on July 3, 2026, 20:01:37, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

So i have a friend who was terribly wounded in Afghanistan. Lost a foot and had nearly every bone…

Posted by LeatherneckIllini User icon on July 3, 2026, 20:01:17, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

in his body broken and the IED killed 3 others in his vehicle. Always stayed in touch. He was born in Cape Verde and just sent me this. Game of a lifetime for him. Can’t even imagine it for him.

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Amazing. *

Posted by uofi1998 User icon on July 3, 2026, 20:07:17, in reply to "So i have a friend who was terribly wounded in Afghanistan. Lost a foot and had nearly every bone…"

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in his body broken and the IED killed 3 others in his vehicle. Always stayed in touch. He was born in Cape Verde and just sent me this. Game of a lifetime for him. Can’t even imagine it for him.

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Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

*Likes**

Posted by KingTalkyTiki User icon on July 3, 2026, 20:01:51, in reply to "So i have a friend who was terribly wounded in Afghanistan. Lost a foot and had nearly every bone…"

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in his body broken and the IED killed 3 others in his vehicle. Always stayed in touch. He was born in Cape Verde and just sent me this. Game of a lifetime for him. Can’t even imagine it for him.

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"You must own the honor of being the whitest, military vet, fat, multiple state property owner but most of all the one who hates their own country the most in our country."

That draw v Spain was no fluke*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:53:25, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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I love this game*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:52:11, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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I still hate this game.

Posted by KingTalkyTiki User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:55:59, in reply to "I love this game*"

Signed,

A fan of the best national team to never, ever get it done and that will inevitably kick me in the emotional 'nards again and again.

"You must own the honor of being the whitest, military vet, fat, multiple state property owner but most of all the one who hates their own country the most in our country."

Ummm....You're responding to an Italy fan. At least you were invited to the party*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 3, 2026, 20:36:01, in reply to "I still hate this game."

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Signed,

A fan of the best national team to never, ever get it done and that will inevitably kick me in the emotional 'nards again and again.

Ah, respeckt. Still crazy they haven't made it the last three

Posted by KingTalkyTiki User icon on July 3, 2026, 21:09:16, in reply to "Ummm....You're responding to an Italy fan. At least you were invited to the party*"

I remember being in Boston and walking around the North End in Fall 2006 and seeing Italy champion banners in nearly every window.

"You must own the honor of being the whitest, military vet, fat, multiple state property owner but most of all the one who hates their own country the most in our country."

Italy has four titles*

Posted by assassin User icon on July 3, 2026, 20:42:59, in reply to "Ummm....You're responding to an Italy fan. At least you were invited to the party*"

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Signed,

A fan of the best national team to never, ever get it done and that will inevitably kick me in the emotional 'nards again and again.

Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

and has missed the last 3 WCs. But you're right*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 3, 2026, 20:43:51, in reply to "Italy has four titles* "

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Signed,

A fan of the best national team to never, ever get it done and that will inevitably kick me in the emotional 'nards again and again.

A bit like IU in hoops*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 3, 2026, 20:57:21, in reply to "and has missed the last 3 WCs. But you're right*"

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Signed,

A fan of the best national team to never, ever get it done and that will inevitably kick me in the emotional 'nards again and again.

PKs in early game, this in middle game, now what?*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:55:35, in reply to "I love this game*"

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Just a remarkable game*

Posted by Blazer User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:50:23, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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That was just so special. What a damn game. *

Posted by uofi1998 User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:49:05, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

Great setting for it too. Seemed more fitting than if it was in a dome in Houston or Atlanta*

Posted by OB25 User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:55:38, in reply to "That was just so special. What a damn game. *"

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Cosign this and several posts below. Just wow*

Posted by PapaDels User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:51:12, in reply to "That was just so special. What a damn game. *"

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I have schweppervessence and wessonality.
Too sweet to be sour, too nice to be mean.
Radicalized by basic decency.

A billion people probably watched that. Incredible *

Posted by uofi1998 User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:52:30, in reply to "Cosign this and several posts below. Just wow*"

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Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

Time for a hydration break before the next game*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:50:24, in reply to "That was just so special. What a damn game. *"

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I can never actually hear Henry or Zlatan in these postgame segments with the stadium audio on*

Posted by OB25 User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:47:53, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Zlatan much clearer than Henry though*

Posted by OB25 User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:49:13, in reply to "I can never actually hear Henry or Zlatan in these postgame segments with the stadium audio on*"

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

today's winner was football..and Cape Verde*

Posted by Poldark User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:47:27, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Social Misfit who wants to coach Illinois women's basketball.

"The only thing the DSA hates more than Republicans is Democrats."

My goodness*

Posted by illini21 User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:45:25, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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what a fucking spectacle of sport*

Posted by assassin User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:45:09, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

That was fun*

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:45:03, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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The whole country might show up for whatever parade they have*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:43:45, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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One dude is never buying a drink again.*

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:44:18, in reply to "The whole country might show up for whatever parade they hsve*"

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Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

“Surf is just a national treasure.” — Jackie

Ow my balls*

Posted by illini21 User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:42:28, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Hey chorizo.*

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:43:19, in reply to "Ow my balls*"

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Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

“Surf is just a national treasure.” — Jackie

These last three minutes are absolutely drunk*

Posted by PapaDels User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:41:12, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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I have schweppervessence and wessonality.
Too sweet to be sour, too nice to be mean.
Radicalized by basic decency.

Wondo flashbacks*

Posted by UIHuskie User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:40:42, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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2 of us in office just said that

Posted by assassin User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:41:48, in reply to "Wondo flashbacks*"

and I then felt bad, as I saw him about an hour ago

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Fun fact the xG on Wondos miss was only .63*

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:52:53, in reply to "2 of us in office just said that"

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and I then felt bad, as I saw him about an hour ago

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I'll go let him know*

Posted by assassin User icon on July 3, 2026, 20:14:13, in reply to "Fun fact the xG on Wondos miss was only .63*"

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and I then felt bad, as I saw him about an hour ago

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

#TeamWondo Always. Never thought it was as easy as people like to remember

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on July 3, 2026, 20:58:15, in reply to "I'll go let him know* "

Best goalie in the world bearing down on you.

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and I then felt bad, as I saw him about an hour ago

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What a shot and save *

Posted by ATL User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:37:47, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

So this Lopes Cabral guy is the best player in the world I guess*

Posted by OB25 User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:37:46, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Plays in Türkiye and worth £4 million before this match

Posted by ATL User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:40:57, in reply to "So this Lopes Cabral guy is the best player in the world I guess*"

https://www.transfermarkt.us/sidny-lopes-cabral/profil/spieler/611855

“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Is about to*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:42:00, in reply to "Plays in Türkiye and worth £4 million before this match "

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https://www.transfermarkt.us/sidny-lopes-cabral/profil/spieler/611855

dang, he RIPPED that*

Posted by assassin User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:37:35, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Wow great save*

Posted by PapaDels User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:37:33, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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I have schweppervessence and wessonality.
Too sweet to be sour, too nice to be mean.
Radicalized by basic decency.

Great save! That was a bullet*

Posted by bjl63 User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:37:22, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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After two hours*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:41:03, in reply to "Great save! That was a bullet*"

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For real*

Posted by PapaDels User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:38:10, in reply to "Great save! That was a bullet*"

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I have schweppervessence and wessonality.
Too sweet to be sour, too nice to be mean.
Radicalized by basic decency.

OMG*

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:36:55, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Man that’s wide if not for the deflection*

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:32:59, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Changed to an own goal*

Posted by Mrap24 User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:42:17, in reply to "Man that’s wide if not for the deflection*"

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Holden said that too, but I think it was going closer to the keeper and was deflected wider

Posted by ATL User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:36:43, in reply to "Man that’s wide if not for the deflection*"

In either case, I think the deflection made it easier to score

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Are you not entertained *

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:26:21, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Wouldn’t want to be a real time oddsmaker*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:35:27, in reply to "Are you not entertained *"

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Every time they show the ref within 2-3 minutes of something fun happening, I get nervous*

Posted by OB25 User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:20:58, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

lol, same*

Posted by IlliniRunner User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:21:56, in reply to "Every time they show the ref within 2-3 minutes of something fun happening, I get nervous*"

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Total Worldie.

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:20:35, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

Surprised he didn't get carded for going into the stands.

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Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

“Surf is just a national treasure.” — Jackie

This is unreal. And awesome. *

Posted by harb User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:20:06, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

At this point, GO CV!!!!*

Posted by timmer User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:19:10, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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(for rent)

Holy fuck, what a goal

Posted by IlliniSax05 User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:18:44, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

Holy Shnikes!!!!*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:18:40, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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OMG*

Posted by ATL User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:18:37, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

OH MY GOD*

Posted by IlliniRunner User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:18:31, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Sweet sassy molassey*

Posted by OB25 User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:18:19, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

OMG*

Posted by Orangeillini User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:18:14, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Oh. My. God. What a goal*

Posted by UIHuskie User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:18:12, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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OH MY GOD*

Posted by assassin User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:18:08, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

GAME ON

Posted by tvillini User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:17:54, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

the offside guy made a play for the ball and wiped out the defender

Posted by assassin User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:09:52, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

come on VAR

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

he straight up tackled him, intentional or not.*

Posted by IlliniRunner User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:12:31, in reply to "the offside guy made a play for the ball and wiped out the defender"

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come on VAR

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ah, he was onside. thanks VAR!*

Posted by assassin User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:14:01, in reply to "he straight up tackled him, intentional or not.*"

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come on VAR

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

poop*

Posted by IlliniRunner User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:09:15, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Well shit.

Posted by tvillini User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:08:10, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

Said every Egyptian fan*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:09:56, in reply to "Well shit."

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Almost literally the worst spot on the field Cape Verde could concede a free kick*

Posted by UIHuskie User icon on July 3, 2026, 18:56:01, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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uh oh*

Posted by assassin User icon on July 3, 2026, 18:55:10, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Don’t fucking do it*

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on July 3, 2026, 18:50:42, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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I was sure they were going to call the handball there.*

Posted by IlliniRunner User icon on July 3, 2026, 18:52:48, in reply to "Don’t fucking do it*"

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Whew*

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on July 3, 2026, 18:50:50, in reply to "Don’t fucking do it*"

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thank god, another man allowed to have arms*

Posted by assassin User icon on July 3, 2026, 18:51:13, in reply to "Whew*"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Would this be like a 16 over 1? If it happened? *

Posted by illini User icon on July 3, 2026, 18:45:34, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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More like a D2 team beating Duke*

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on July 3, 2026, 18:51:05, in reply to "Would this be like a 16 over 1? If it happened? *"

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Mmmm, I'd stay with 16. They would have qualified under the 32 team format too*

Posted by assassin User icon on July 3, 2026, 18:52:18, in reply to "More like a D2 team beating Duke*"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Would be largest gap in rank in knockout game history *

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 3, 2026, 18:50:53, in reply to "Would this be like a 16 over 1? If it happened? *"

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what a save!*

Posted by assassin User icon on July 3, 2026, 18:35:17, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Messi Rules: CV still setting their wall and the ref blows for the free kick to be allowed *

Posted by VIV User icon on July 3, 2026, 18:34:50, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

five Argentina defenders just watched him.

Posted by assassin User icon on July 3, 2026, 18:21:42, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

"what's he gonna do, score a goal?"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Whoa!!!!*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 3, 2026, 18:21:29, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Cabo Verde!!!*

Posted by ATL User icon on July 3, 2026, 18:20:59, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Holy chit.*

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard User icon on July 3, 2026, 18:20:24, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

“Surf is just a national treasure.” — Jackie

Their passing isn’t good, but that time it sure was*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 3, 2026, 18:21:23, in reply to "Holy chit.*"

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lol, Messi insanity,*

Posted by voiceofreason User icon on July 3, 2026, 17:31:28, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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He must be happy playing this in his new city*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 3, 2026, 17:34:05, in reply to "lol, Messi insanity,*"

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that ball in was just as filthy*

Posted by assassin User icon on July 3, 2026, 17:33:39, in reply to "lol, Messi insanity,*"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Yep. Great all around.*

Posted by voiceofreason User icon on July 3, 2026, 17:44:22, in reply to "that ball in was just as filthy* "

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That was absurd*

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on July 3, 2026, 17:29:54, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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rumors churning the Mexico game is not moving after all*

Posted by assassin User icon on July 3, 2026, 17:26:54, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Also not moving. CB for Cabo Verde #3. 1-0 Messi.*

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard User icon on July 3, 2026, 17:30:12, in reply to "rumors churning the Mexico game is not moving after all* "

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Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

“Surf is just a national treasure.” — Jackie

MLS strikes again*

Posted by assassin User icon on July 3, 2026, 17:31:08, in reply to "Also not moving. CB for Cabo Verde #3. 1-0 Messi.*"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Let's go Cabo Verde!*

Posted by ATL User icon on July 3, 2026, 17:13:36, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

as a great man once said

Posted by bbonb User icon on July 3, 2026, 15:58:02, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/msg/1781901789.html

Unlikely either team would beat Argentina, but I'm happy to see Egypt rather than Australia

Posted by Orangeillini User icon on July 3, 2026, 15:55:57, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

attempt it. Australia not having a player score since their first game just not at all up to snuff against a team like Argentina.

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No idea if it be would have mattered, but switching keepers certainly didn’t help*

Posted by Blazer User icon on July 3, 2026, 15:50:39, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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that keeper was falling before the ball was kicked

Posted by Poldark User icon on July 3, 2026, 16:03:32, in reply to "No idea if it be would have mattered, but switching keepers certainly didn’t help*"

no wonder Brighton dropped him. Beat Belgium.

Social Misfit who wants to coach Illinois women's basketball.

"The only thing the DSA hates more than Republicans is Democrats."

old people fall*

Posted by bbonb User icon on July 3, 2026, 16:12:34, in reply to "that keeper was falling before the ball was kicked"

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no wonder Brighton dropped him. Beat Belgium.

heavy metal*

Posted by assassin User icon on July 3, 2026, 16:16:57, in reply to "old people fall*"

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no wonder Brighton dropped him. Beat Belgium.

Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Once saw it work in high school

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on July 3, 2026, 15:56:27, in reply to "No idea if it be would have mattered, but switching keepers certainly didn’t help*"

With Brad Guzan.

Wasn’t a sub as much as a move. Dominated the midfield the entire game and then stepped in to save PKs in the state finals.

I’m old.

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I did it once in a rec league playoff :)

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 3, 2026, 15:59:29, in reply to "Once saw it work in high school"

Best player was in the field. Keeper was ok but not agile. Swapped him for the field player for the shootout. He made a save but we lost anyway.

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With Brad Guzan.

Wasn’t a sub as much as a move. Dominated the midfield the entire game and then stepped in to save PKs in the state finals.

I’m old.

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Having a teenager take one seemed odd *

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 3, 2026, 15:52:23, in reply to "No idea if it be would have mattered, but switching keepers certainly didn’t help*"

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Thierry and Zlatan feel bad for him; admire his courage to try*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 3, 2026, 16:07:04, in reply to "Having a teenager take one seemed odd *"

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Keeper didn’t miss the kicks though *

Posted by ATL User icon on July 3, 2026, 15:52:13, in reply to "No idea if it be would have mattered, but switching keepers certainly didn’t help*"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

I think the choice of 2 center backs to take kicks will be the story*

Posted by assassin User icon on July 3, 2026, 15:51:47, in reply to "No idea if it be would have mattered, but switching keepers certainly didn’t help*"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Egypt literally did the exact same thing, and won with two PKs from center backs*

Posted by Blazer User icon on July 3, 2026, 19:52:40, in reply to "I think the choice of 2 center backs to take kicks will be the story* "

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Yep*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 3, 2026, 16:04:09, in reply to "I think the choice of 2 center backs to take kicks will be the story* "

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Landon is with you *

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 3, 2026, 15:55:46, in reply to "I think the choice of 2 center backs to take kicks will be the story* "

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that first pen was a complete disaster*

Posted by assassin User icon on July 3, 2026, 15:48:59, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

That's much more of a red card than Balogun's*

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on July 3, 2026, 15:36:15, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Dang, risky move switching keepers*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 3, 2026, 15:35:54, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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This is unorthodox *

Posted by ATL User icon on July 3, 2026, 15:35:35, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

If they lose, second guessing will be brutal*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 3, 2026, 15:44:01, in reply to "This is unorthodox *"

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what’s the purpose of having flagpoles at the 4 corners of a soccer field?

Posted by bbonb User icon on July 3, 2026, 15:35:09, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

it’s not like you can’t see the the oversized bright white lines.

They just get in the way

To tell wind direction *

Posted by ATL User icon on July 3, 2026, 15:36:32, in reply to "what’s the purpose of having flagpoles at the 4 corners of a soccer field?"

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it’s not like you can’t see the the oversized bright white lines.

They just get in the way

“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

And other spatial awareness, but I think he knows that*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 3, 2026, 15:38:50, in reply to "To tell wind direction *"

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it’s not like you can’t see the the oversized bright white lines.

They just get in the way

Balogun not missing any additional games beyond Belgium for the red card *

Posted by ATL User icon on July 3, 2026, 15:25:09, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

unless he oversleeps*

Posted by bbonb User icon on July 3, 2026, 15:29:38, in reply to "Balogun not missing any additional games beyond Belgium for the red card *"

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World Cups are fun. Let’s do this every summer.*

Posted by ATL User icon on July 3, 2026, 15:00:22, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

holy shit what a save*

Posted by assassin User icon on July 3, 2026, 14:55:50, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

unreal. huge block by the defender a minute after that too*

Posted by Orangeillini User icon on July 3, 2026, 15:00:50, in reply to "holy shit what a save* "

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Australia really just taking Egypt out of the game *

Posted by ATL User icon on July 3, 2026, 14:25:32, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Socceroooooos!*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 3, 2026, 14:18:42, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Brits likely to now have to play in early afternoon extreme heat in Mexico City

Posted by OB25 User icon on July 3, 2026, 14:12:22, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

FIFA considering moving the game up several hours due to inclement weather on Sunday night.

When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Better for fans back in England I guess. But they’re calling for a high of 75 in CDMX.*

Posted by ATL User icon on July 3, 2026, 14:20:27, in reply to "Brits likely to now have to play in early afternoon extreme heat in Mexico City"

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FIFA considering moving the game up several hours due to inclement weather on Sunday night.

“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Greetings

Posted by ATL User icon on July 3, 2026, 13:05:49, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Nagelsmann OUT!

Posted by ghost_of_clt User icon on July 3, 2026, 12:55:26, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

https://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/49225220/julian-nagelsmann-germany-world-cup-2026

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N U D E S I N B I O

Ooo*

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on July 3, 2026, 15:36:01, in reply to "Nagelsmann OUT!"

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https://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/49225220/julian-nagelsmann-germany-world-cup-2026

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What's the current body count? Eight?

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 3, 2026, 13:07:06, in reply to "Nagelsmann OUT!"

Germany, Ecuador, Korea, Uruguay, Netherlands, Czechia, Tunisia, Scotland

Japan is under review.

Türkiye’s manager still has a job? Why?*

Posted by ATL User icon on July 3, 2026, 13:28:07, in reply to "What's the current body count? Eight? "

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Germany, Ecuador, Korea, Uruguay, Netherlands, Czechia, Tunisia, Scotland

Japan is under review.

“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Snick-o-meter

Posted by ATL User icon on July 3, 2026, 6:28:06, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Snickometer?wprov=sfti1

“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

how do we know this wasn't the second head strike

Posted by TarheelIllini User icon on July 3, 2026, 11:18:01, in reply to "Snick-o-meter"

cause it definetly hit #13's head

Recrudescence

excerpt about that from WSJ's Jason Gay

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 3, 2026, 10:05:15, in reply to "Snick-o-meter"

We live in an age of replay, and real-time sports forensics, and here…a new bit of in-ball audio sensor technology nicknamed “Snicko” determined that, before striking Portugal’s Veiga, the ball actually grazed the head of Croatia’s leaping Igor Matanovic, which meant that Pasalic was offside, nullifying Gvardiol’s epic game-tying score—and handing Portugal the match....

Call it the “Hair of God,” or something like that. The Croatian end of the stadium erupted in fury, chucking bottles to the grass.

This is what happens when the nerds jump in: technology taking ownership of the call, but also technology sucking the joy out of a human moment. It’s a hard twist to reconcile in a funky sport with old-world attributes, like the referee mysteriously keeping track of the remaining time like a secret cupcake in his pocket.

A few years ago, none of this would have happened. The call against Croatia never would have been made prior to the in-ball sensor, which arrived via cricket. This newfangled, microchipped World Cup ball actually needs to be charged in advance, similar to a hand-held vacuum, or a dull CEO before an earnings call.

Hair of God. That’s genious*

Posted by CoronaTheirAss User icon on July 3, 2026, 12:34:06, in reply to "excerpt about that from WSJ's Jason Gay"

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Replay ruins sports*

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider User icon on July 3, 2026, 10:30:12, in reply to "excerpt about that from WSJ's Jason Gay"

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If something like that is what they're going on, is that feed available live?

Posted by RVA User icon on July 3, 2026, 8:13:22, in reply to "Snick-o-meter"

Seems like that would otherwise be the easiest way to fix something.

Not a fan of the you shouldn't believe what your own eyes are telling you trend.

Agreed *

Posted by ATL User icon on July 3, 2026, 8:29:48, in reply to "If something like that is what they're going on, is that feed available live?"

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Seems like that would otherwise be the easiest way to fix something.

Not a fan of the you shouldn't believe what your own eyes are telling you trend.

“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

It mentions cricket, not football, is it the same for football?*

Posted by TarheelIllini User icon on July 3, 2026, 8:03:50, in reply to "Snick-o-meter"

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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Snickometer?wprov=sfti1

Recrudescence

Yes That’s what they’re relying on. As an ultra casual cricket viewer I’m familiar with it

Posted by ATL User icon on July 3, 2026, 8:29:33, in reply to "It mentions cricket, not football, is it the same for football?*"

But not with this implementation.

The Athletic article

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7361884/2026/06/15/world-cup-snicko-ball-technology/?unlocked_article_code=1.u1A.QlGy.8JBLUS_yrKio&source=user_shared_article&smid=ta-ios-share

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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Snickometer?wprov=sfti1

“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

“Aouar” is how I imagine you would write the “Tim Allen Question Grunt” noise. *

Posted by VIV User icon on July 2, 2026, 22:22:34, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

USA game outdrew NBA Finals

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 2, 2026, 20:58:23, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

Espn.com

The U.S.' victory against Bosnia-Herzegovina on Wednesday night was the most-watched soccer telecast in English-language history, with more than 24.4 million viewers, according to Fox Sports.

The peak audience was 31.8 million....

The match topped the telecast of the 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup final, which drew 22.3 million viewers on English-language TV....

Last month's NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs averaged 20.6 million viewers on ABC and ESPN, according to Nielsen, its highest mark since 1998.

The most-watched combined U.S. audience during the World Cup so far was the Mexico-Ecuador game with 29.3 million viewers.

The comparison to the Finals is very relevant, the rest is methodically impossible to truly assess

Posted by OB25 User icon on July 2, 2026, 21:32:14, in reply to "USA game outdrew NBA Finals"

Every sporting event for the last 6 months has had the networks tweeting about it being the most watched in history or since decades ago, and that’s because Nielsen changed their model in the last year to better capture out of home viewing.

There’s no doubt that a shit ton of people are watching, but I’ve had a very niche pet peeve about legitimate media people posting these things without the proper context for all sports.

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

She is displeased

Posted by ATL User icon on July 2, 2026, 20:17:51, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

https://bsky.app/profile/cjzero.bsky.social/post/3mppeic5kss26

“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

My son saw it and said…‘that’s a F* you, no doubt’*

Posted by TarheelIllini User icon on July 3, 2026, 8:05:28, in reply to "She is displeased "

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https://bsky.app/profile/cjzero.bsky.social/post/3mppeic5kss26

Recrudescence

What does “f*ck you” mean in Croatian?*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 2, 2026, 20:26:09, in reply to "She is displeased "

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https://bsky.app/profile/cjzero.bsky.social/post/3mppeic5kss26

Maybe it’s just because it’s the World Cup but I might be a soccer guy now*

Posted by illini21 User icon on July 2, 2026, 20:12:03, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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That’s how I started 20 years ago.

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard User icon on July 2, 2026, 20:16:54, in reply to "Maybe it’s just because it’s the World Cup but I might be a soccer guy now*"

Thierry Henry

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Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

“Surf is just a national treasure.” — Jackie

About the same time*

Posted by TarheelIllini User icon on July 3, 2026, 8:05:52, in reply to "That’s how I started 20 years ago."

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Thierry Henry

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Recrudescence

Ronaldo winning = the rest of the world losing. *

Posted by VIV User icon on July 2, 2026, 20:10:06, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

+1 *

Posted by RD User icon on July 3, 2026, 10:57:17, in reply to "Ronaldo winning = the rest of the world losing. *"

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I like watching great players. He doesn’t bother me.

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 2, 2026, 20:17:25, in reply to "Ronaldo winning = the rest of the world losing. *"

I’m also a bit biased from his time at Juve since I’m a serie A/Italy fan.

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I usually am in the same boat, I think he specifically is an insufferable wank, though. *

Posted by VIV User icon on July 2, 2026, 22:23:32, in reply to "I like watching great players. He doesn’t bother me."

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I’m also a bit biased from his time at Juve since I’m a serie A/Italy fan.

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

I’m sure you have your reasons. I get it*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 2, 2026, 22:33:43, in reply to "I usually am in the same boat, I think he specifically is an insufferable wank, though. *"

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I’m also a bit biased from his time at Juve since I’m a serie A/Italy fan.

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Same*

Posted by cpsteine User icon on July 2, 2026, 22:16:11, in reply to "I like watching great players. He doesn’t bother me."

Same here on the great players thing.*

Posted by voiceofreason User icon on July 2, 2026, 21:23:34, in reply to "I like watching great players. He doesn’t bother me."

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I’m also a bit biased from his time at Juve since I’m a serie A/Italy fan.

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I hope Spain takes them out*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 2, 2026, 20:12:23, in reply to "Ronaldo winning = the rest of the world losing. *"

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They must have a better angle to have overturned it instantly like that. I still can’t see shit*

Posted by OB25 User icon on July 2, 2026, 20:09:51, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

That Chip must be making shit up like AI*

Posted by ATL User icon on July 2, 2026, 20:11:10, in reply to "They must have a better angle to have overturned it instantly like that. I still can’t see shit*"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Certainly seems a bit oversensitive if nothing else. That’s nuts.*

Posted by DocWalk20 User icon on July 2, 2026, 20:12:54, in reply to "That Chip must be making shit up like AI*"

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Apparently there’s a chip in the ball so they could tell for sure the ball was touched?

Posted by illini21 User icon on July 2, 2026, 20:11:03, in reply to "They must have a better angle to have overturned it instantly like that. I still can’t see shit*"

I think?

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If the chip says it’s true, it must be true*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 2, 2026, 20:10:44, in reply to "They must have a better angle to have overturned it instantly like that. I still can’t see shit*"

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Sure didn’t look like he touched it or the bal changed flight. *

Posted by assassin User icon on July 2, 2026, 20:10:12, in reply to "They must have a better angle to have overturned it instantly like that. I still can’t see shit*"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Crazy game*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 2, 2026, 20:09:09, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Goal scored two and a half minutes past stoppage time gets waved off by the chip in the ball

Posted by RVA User icon on July 2, 2026, 20:07:19, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

Not really liking where this is all going

Yeah, I hate it

Posted by IlliniSax05 User icon on July 2, 2026, 20:08:34, in reply to "Goal scored two and a half minutes past stoppage time gets waved off by the chip in the ball"

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

And based on that last replay from behind the goal I refuse to believe he touched it

Posted by IlliniSax05 User icon on July 2, 2026, 20:09:53, in reply to "Yeah, I hate it"

Regardless of what the chip in the ball says

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

It was past the end of stoppage because there was another goal. *

Posted by VIV User icon on July 2, 2026, 20:08:27, in reply to "Goal scored two and a half minutes past stoppage time gets waved off by the chip in the ball"

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Not really liking where this is all going

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

I blame the hydration breaks

Posted by RVA User icon on July 3, 2026, 8:20:11, in reply to "It was past the end of stoppage because there was another goal. *"

Double the amount of stoppage time means more time for things to happen after 90, meaning more dead ball and the ten minutes of stoppage time nearly doubling after that. For a game without a fixed end it really throws off the internal clock of when the game is over.

Like, I wanted Croatia to win but I was flabbergasted at how much time they got even after the review.

Oh my god. Wow*

Posted by snipes824 User icon on July 2, 2026, 20:07:15, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Offsides sure does ruin a lot of fun, eh? Seems to be happening constantly in this tournament*

Posted by OB25 User icon on July 2, 2026, 20:06:59, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Offsides is an enormous buzzkill. Wiped out an amazing Ronaldo goal too. *

Posted by Orangeillini User icon on July 2, 2026, 20:08:25, in reply to "Offsides sure does ruin a lot of fun, eh? Seems to be happening constantly in this tournament*"

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That's a fuckin dick punch

Posted by IlliniSax05 User icon on July 2, 2026, 20:06:40, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

That’s brutal.*

Posted by voiceofreason User icon on July 2, 2026, 20:06:39, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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WARRRRRGARBL.*

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard User icon on July 2, 2026, 20:05:22, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

“Surf is just a national treasure.” — Jackie

He's offside isn't he?*

Posted by UIHuskie User icon on July 2, 2026, 20:04:38, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Would like to see a closeup of #20*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 2, 2026, 20:07:49, in reply to "He's offside isn't he?*"

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I think he has a gf*

Posted by VIV User icon on July 2, 2026, 20:09:18, in reply to "Would like to see a closeup of #20*"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Depends if the -ic touched it or if it came only off the defender. *

Posted by VIV User icon on July 2, 2026, 20:05:27, in reply to "He's offside isn't he?*"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Must have just grazed his hair. *

Posted by VIV User icon on July 2, 2026, 20:07:13, in reply to "Depends if the -ic touched it or if it came only off the defender. *"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

I think you are right*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 2, 2026, 20:10:28, in reply to "Must have just grazed his hair. *"

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This game is drunk. Wow!*

Posted by voiceofreason User icon on July 2, 2026, 20:04:16, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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HOLY SHIT!!*

Posted by VIV User icon on July 2, 2026, 20:03:52, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Holy shit

Posted by IlliniSax05 User icon on July 2, 2026, 20:03:50, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

portugal/croatia got good quick*

Posted by snipes824 User icon on July 2, 2026, 19:37:10, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Dude was surrounded and still got the header and goal *

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 2, 2026, 19:58:09, in reply to "portugal/croatia got good quick*"

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This has been fun as hell*

Posted by illini21 User icon on July 2, 2026, 19:43:42, in reply to "portugal/croatia got good quick*"

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Like a group stage mismatch in first half*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 2, 2026, 19:43:35, in reply to "portugal/croatia got good quick*"

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Second half has been great *

Posted by ATL User icon on July 2, 2026, 19:37:47, in reply to "portugal/croatia got good quick*"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Portugal’s D better quit retreating so badly allowing Croats to drive and shoot at will*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 2, 2026, 19:43:32, in reply to "Second half has been great *"

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Well that’s one way for Ronaldo to get his first knockout goal *

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 2, 2026, 19:34:30, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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And subbed off so he’ll need help to get a chance for more.

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard User icon on July 2, 2026, 19:43:37, in reply to "Well that’s one way for Ronaldo to get his first knockout goal *"

Was not happy about being subbed.

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Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

“Surf is just a national treasure.” — Jackie

Wouldn’t mind this being the end of his WC career *

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 2, 2026, 19:45:58, in reply to "And subbed off so he’ll need help to get a chance for more."

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Was not happy about being subbed.

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Same. He’s a prick.

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard User icon on July 2, 2026, 19:51:15, in reply to "Wouldn’t mind this being the end of his WC career *"

But I think they just improved their chances taking him off.

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Was not happy about being subbed.

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Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

“Surf is just a national treasure.” — Jackie

WTF is this defender doing?*

Posted by ATL User icon on July 2, 2026, 19:26:49, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

That was amazing - had to be so close*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 2, 2026, 19:21:57, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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If he was offside it could have only been by, like, a finger

Posted by IlliniSax05 User icon on July 2, 2026, 19:22:44, in reply to "That was amazing - had to be so close*"

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

A shoulder. Too bad. It was a thing of beauty*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 2, 2026, 19:29:03, in reply to "If he was offside it could have only been by, like, a finger "

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Slava Hvratska!*

Posted by ATL User icon on July 2, 2026, 19:16:12, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Almost twice!*

Posted by ATL User icon on July 2, 2026, 19:17:27, in reply to "Slava Hvratska!*"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

that guy for Croatia is pretty good. Not sure of his name but it ends in -ic*

Posted by bbonb User icon on July 2, 2026, 19:15:09, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Maybe Gvardial?*

Posted by ATL User icon on July 2, 2026, 19:16:40, in reply to "that guy for Croatia is pretty good. Not sure of his name but it ends in -ic*"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

it's not football, it's Oyarzaball*

Posted by Sammich User icon on July 2, 2026, 15:51:21, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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What we've become is contrary to what we want
Take a bow

I keep thinking of Olazabal the golfer*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 2, 2026, 16:46:13, in reply to "it's not football, it's Oyarzaball*"

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They’re a machine*

Posted by opossum jenkins User icon on July 2, 2026, 15:51:13, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Hey Spackler - BBC with analysis of Tottenham's summer spend and why they can spend more.

Posted by ATL User icon on July 2, 2026, 12:44:47, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/articles/crel1w2ddq3o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

Tottenham can spend significant sums because under the new squad-cost ratio rules (SCR) they are allowed to spend up to 85% of their revenue on player costs - player wages, amortisation and agent fees etc.

In their last set of accounts (2024-25), wages and amortisation was only 61%, and this includes all salaries. Clubs do not separate between playing and non-playing staff, although Uefa says that normally about 75% of total wage costs go towards a club's first team.

In addition, Tottenham's new stadium, which can now host up to 30 non-football events a year at full capacity, is proving to be very beneficial.

At their old White Hart Lane ground, annual matchday revenue was £45m and commercial income - which includes concerts and NFL games - was £73m.

At the new stadium those figures were £126m and £277m, respectively, in 2024-25. The additional money coming into the club allows it to spend more under the SCR regime.

While the club has spent a lot of money this summer to date, transfer fees are amortised over the length of the contract, but limited to five years, so a £240m spend this summer equates to a £48m amortisation fee.

Tottenham's total revenue for 2024-25 was £565m. Under SCR rules they would be able to spend up to £480m a year on their squad.

“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Spurs have now spent £280m more than Arteta since he took over at Arsenal

Posted by Poldark User icon on July 2, 2026, 14:22:14, in reply to "Hey Spackler - BBC with analysis of Tottenham's summer spend and why they can spend more."

and they’ve changed managers 10 times.

Go Brewers.

Social Misfit who wants to coach Illinois women's basketball.

"The only thing the DSA hates more than Republicans is Democrats."

Happy 10th Anniversary of this amazing soccer moment to all who celebrate.

Posted by ATL User icon on July 2, 2026, 10:21:23, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

https://bsky.app/profile/sickosfc.bsky.social/post/3mpobidntlc27

“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

What % of our current roster would we lose in Stephen Miller’s America?

Posted by OB25 User icon on July 2, 2026, 9:23:26, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

I know Balogun is out but are there others?

When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

No. Zendejas is naturalized. Other foreign-born had a citizen parent*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 2, 2026, 11:24:14, in reply to "What % of our current roster would we lose in Stephen Miller’s America?"

I think that's everybody.

Weah was born in America and I don’t think his parents were citizens

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider User icon on July 2, 2026, 12:28:38, in reply to "No. Zendejas is naturalized. Other foreign-born had a citizen parent*"

Not sure their status though if they were lawful permanent residents

Weah's dad was a foreign diplomat for the UN

Posted by Sounder User icon on July 2, 2026, 12:40:50, in reply to "Weah was born in America and I don’t think his parents were citizens"

from the country of Liberia at the time of his birth.

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Not sure their status though if they were lawful permanent residents

his mother is a US citizen; it's not clear to me when she became one*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 2, 2026, 12:45:49, in reply to "Weah's dad was a foreign diplomat for the UN"

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from the country of Liberia at the time of his birth.

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Not sure their status though if they were lawful permanent residents

I love how you're completely ignoring the larger point

Posted by RVA User icon on July 2, 2026, 14:43:27, in reply to "his mother is a US citizen; it's not clear to me when she became one*"

But I'm glad you had a fun trip through Wikipedia

And what point is that? Why the crack? *

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 2, 2026, 16:02:51, in reply to "I love how you're completely ignoring the larger point"

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But I'm glad you had a fun trip through Wikipedia

Mother is a Jamaican immigrant, not sure when she was naturalized*

Posted by Sounder User icon on July 2, 2026, 13:06:47, in reply to "his mother is a US citizen; it's not clear to me when she became one*"

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from the country of Liberia at the time of his birth.

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Not sure their status though if they were lawful permanent residents

Yeah so many would argue that wouldn’t qualify as he’d be under foreign jurisdiction

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider User icon on July 2, 2026, 12:45:34, in reply to "Weah's dad was a foreign diplomat for the UN"

But looks like his mom was a long time resident of America so I’d guess she had lawful permanent residency

His mom immigrated to the US with her family as a child (1960s/70s) and she attended CUNY

Posted by ATL User icon on July 2, 2026, 13:00:13, in reply to "Yeah so many would argue that wouldn’t qualify as he’d be under foreign jurisdiction"

George was still a pro footballer at the time so likely not an issue with a diplomatic passport or anything.

“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

father was still playing ball when Tim was born; politics, etc. came later*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 2, 2026, 12:48:20, in reply to "Yeah so many would argue that wouldn’t qualify as he’d be under foreign jurisdiction"

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But looks like his mom was a long time resident of America so I’d guess she had lawful permanent residency

you are probably right; I was focused on foreign-born*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 2, 2026, 12:40:23, in reply to "Weah was born in America and I don’t think his parents were citizens"

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Not sure their status though if they were lawful permanent residents

Miller's America probably would exclude Dest's dad though*

Posted by assassin User icon on July 2, 2026, 12:27:28, in reply to "No. Zendejas is naturalized. Other foreign-born had a citizen parent*"

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I think that's everybody.

Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

All of them, because they like soccer*

Posted by Herman Blume User icon on July 2, 2026, 10:37:02, in reply to "What % of our current roster would we lose in Stephen Miller’s America?"

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I know Balogun is out but are there others?

I didn't know his name 2 weeks ago but I would fight and die for Flo Balogun.*

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;' tabindex=0>$ on July 2, 2026, 8:25:44, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

Thank goodness his mother was once too pregnant to fly. You can make the case that

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on July 2, 2026, 9:22:23, in reply to "I didn't know his name 2 weeks ago but I would fight and die for Flo Balogun.*"

He is the best true #9 to wear a US jersey

With all respect to Brian McBride.

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And thanks to Harry Kane ensuring Flo wouldn't see the field as a 9 for England*

Posted by Blazer User icon on July 2, 2026, 12:50:41, in reply to "Thank goodness his mother was once too pregnant to fly. You can make the case that "

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He is the best true #9 to wear a US jersey

With all respect to Brian McBride.

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I'm not sure why it's even an argument, no disrespect to McBride.

Posted by uofi1998 User icon on July 2, 2026, 10:44:20, in reply to "Thank goodness his mother was once too pregnant to fly. You can make the case that "

The US simply has a different class of player across the board now than it did 20 years ago. It's no knock on McBride at all - he walked so Flo could run.

Flo Balogun is the best 9 I've ever seen put on a US shirt, and losing him is nothing short of devastating... I hope Poch looks to change tactics (false 9 CP??) rather than just plug in Pepi, who just appears to be 1) overmatched, and 2) lacking any confidence inside the 18.

Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

He’s who Josh Seargeant was supposed to be*

Posted by CoronaTheirAss User icon on July 2, 2026, 10:39:27, in reply to "Thank goodness his mother was once too pregnant to fly. You can make the case that "

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He is the best true #9 to wear a US jersey

With all respect to Brian McBride.

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let's knock em out

Regarding Country Roads song

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 2, 2026, 7:51:39, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

Here's a little blurb on the song we are hearing this year, composed not far from where I live. Perhaps you never thought about how the early line, "Blue Ridge Mountains, Shenandoah River" refers to Virginia, not West Virginia.

https://wtop.com/dc/2020/12/real-story-behind-take-me-home-country-roads-debut-50-years-ago-in-dc-club/

Stupid boardhost*

Posted by Jackie User icon on July 2, 2026, 10:15:39, in reply to "Regarding Country Roads song"

Also, had no idea it was written by the people behind Afternoon Delight 😆

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Oooh, is this song having a moment? One of my favorite songs in the world to sing!

Posted by Jackie User icon on July 2, 2026, 10:15:13, in reply to "Regarding Country Roads song"

Also, had no idea it was written by the people behind Afternoon Delight 😆

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Articles all over about ranch dressing and WC visitors*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 2, 2026, 13:18:43, in reply to "Oooh, is this song having a moment? One of my favorite songs in the world to sing!"

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Also, had no idea it was written by the people behind Afternoon Delight 😆

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I’ve seen that, incredibly heartwarming, can’t get enough *

Posted by Jackie User icon on July 2, 2026, 18:23:54, in reply to "Articles all over about ranch dressing and WC visitors*"

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Also, had no idea it was written by the people behind Afternoon Delight 😆

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Watching our Argentina coach sing it after yesterday's game was heartwarming and hilarious*

Posted by Blazer User icon on July 2, 2026, 12:46:29, in reply to "Oooh, is this song having a moment? One of my favorite songs in the world to sing!"

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Also, had no idea it was written by the people behind Afternoon Delight 😆

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If you weren't aware, American fans have been singing it after WC games*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 2, 2026, 11:16:58, in reply to "Oooh, is this song having a moment? One of my favorite songs in the world to sing!"

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Also, had no idea it was written by the people behind Afternoon Delight 😆

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I was not aware until today—haven’t paid attention to the games*

Posted by Jackie User icon on July 2, 2026, 18:25:19, in reply to "If you weren't aware, American fans have been singing it after WC games*"

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Also, had no idea it was written by the people behind Afternoon Delight 😆

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wanna spend a little more than 40 minutes being entertained and infuriated?

Posted by Sammich User icon on July 2, 2026, 10:23:10, in reply to "Oooh, is this song having a moment? One of my favorite songs in the world to sing!"

What we've become is contrary to what we want
Take a bow

I do not, and BOOOOOOOOOOO and why is Jelly Roll always everywhere *

Posted by Jackie User icon on July 2, 2026, 10:29:58, in reply to "wanna spend a little more than 40 minutes being entertained and infuriated?"

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that John Denver is full of SHIT, man

Posted by IlliniSax05 User icon on July 2, 2026, 8:48:56, in reply to "Regarding Country Roads song"

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

ooo

Posted by ATL User icon on July 2, 2026, 9:02:46, in reply to "that John Denver is full of SHIT, man"

https://theonion.com/coroners-report-john-denver-had-sunshine-on-shoulders-1819564480/

“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

The Shenandoah River does, in fact, spends some time in West Virginia

Posted by timmer User icon on July 2, 2026, 8:17:24, in reply to "Regarding Country Roads song"

In its final leg (20 miles in Jefferson County) before emptying into the Potomac River at Harper's Ferry, WV.

(for rent)

yes, I know. I have been to Harper's Ferry, but that's not the association with the river*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 2, 2026, 8:27:06, in reply to "The Shenandoah River does, in fact, spends some time in West Virginia "

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In its final leg (20 miles in Jefferson County) before emptying into the Potomac River at Harper's Ferry, WV.

And regarding the Blue Ridge mountains...

Posted by timmer User icon on July 2, 2026, 8:21:58, in reply to "The Shenandoah River does, in fact, spends some time in West Virginia "

"the geological definition of the Blue Ridge province" per Wiki says the Blue Ridge mountains extend from Pennsylvania down to Georgia, including West Virginia. Pretty broad definition but I'm no geologist. But, I did work with a geologist back in the mid-90s who had the exact name as me. I can ask him.

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In its final leg (20 miles in Jefferson County) before emptying into the Potomac River at Harper's Ferry, WV.

(for rent)

"If you're Messi, you don't get it called. If you're Balogun, you get it called."

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 2, 2026, 6:21:17, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

From Klinsmann on espn.com. It's interesting to compare Balogun's call against the non-call on Messi against Algeria.

regarding the Messi play, it was most likely accidental. Does that come into play for the decision?.

Posted by shua User icon on July 2, 2026, 7:33:53, in reply to ""If you're Messi, you don't get it called. If you're Balogun, you get it called.""

or is it just the fact that you spiked someone, regardless of intent, it should be a red?

or at the end of the day, it's whatever the ref wants to interpret on the day.

regarding the Messi play, it was most likely accidental. Does that come into play for the decision?.

Posted by shua User icon on July 2, 2026, 7:29:53, in reply to ""If you're Messi, you don't get it called. If you're Balogun, you get it called.""

or is it just the fact that you spiked someone, regardless of intent, it should be a red?

or at the end of the day, it's whatever the ref wants to interpret on the day.

It wasn't intentional, but it was in the act of making a tackle. Balogun's wasn't even that*

Posted by uofi1998 User icon on July 2, 2026, 10:44:57, in reply to "regarding the Messi play, it was most likely accidental. Does that come into play for the decision?."

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or is it just the fact that you spiked someone, regardless of intent, it should be a red?

or at the end of the day, it's whatever the ref wants to interpret on the day.

Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

I think that’s what bothers me most about Balogun’s. It was two guys actively engaged trying to play

Posted by DocWalk20 User icon on July 2, 2026, 11:13:16, in reply to "It wasn't intentional, but it was in the act of making a tackle. Balogun's wasn't even that*"

the ball when Balogun got knocked of balance and was simply naturally reacting in space to try to keep from falling. Unfortunately the dude’s ankle was, unbeknownst to Flo, between his foot and the ground. It’s not like he made a predtermined effort to overly aggresively take on a guy with the ball or even could have pulled up or done anything significantly differently other than just not play. Just so much bad luck all around.

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or is it just the fact that you spiked someone, regardless of intent, it should be a red?

or at the end of the day, it's whatever the ref wants to interpret on the day.

In the moment, a yellow would’ve been perfectly reasonable. In retrospect, it’s not an equitable…

Posted by uofi1998 User icon on July 2, 2026, 8:27:06, in reply to "regarding the Messi play, it was most likely accidental. Does that come into play for the decision?."

…interpretation of nearly the same event.

Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

No. Balogun's was also accidental. One thing I did hear is that the VAR used slo-mo and stills in

Posted by ATL User icon on July 2, 2026, 7:52:43, in reply to "regarding the Messi play, it was most likely accidental. Does that come into play for the decision?."

deciding to call the referee to the monitor, which they are not allowed to do.

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or is it just the fact that you spiked someone, regardless of intent, it should be a red?

or at the end of the day, it's whatever the ref wants to interpret on the day.

“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

I saw the actual language for this... it appears misuse of VAR is the proper angle for us to try*

Posted by uofi1998 User icon on July 2, 2026, 10:42:34, in reply to "No. Balogun's was also accidental. One thing I did hear is that the VAR used slo-mo and stills in"

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deciding to call the referee to the monitor, which they are not allowed to do.

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or is it just the fact that you spiked someone, regardless of intent, it should be a red?

or at the end of the day, it's whatever the ref wants to interpret on the day.

Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

I wasn't saying that Balogun's wasn't accidental*

Posted by shua User icon on July 2, 2026, 8:27:02, in reply to "No. Balogun's was also accidental. One thing I did hear is that the VAR used slo-mo and stills in"

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deciding to call the referee to the monitor, which they are not allowed to do.

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or is it just the fact that you spiked someone, regardless of intent, it should be a red?

or at the end of the day, it's whatever the ref wants to interpret on the day.

duplicate*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 2, 2026, 8:06:19, in reply to "No. Balogun's was also accidental. One thing I did hear is that the VAR used slo-mo and stills in"

The referee can request different cameras angles/replay speeds but, in general, slow motion replays should only be used for facts, e.g. position of offence/player, point of contact for physical offences and handball, ball out of play (including goal/no goal); normal speed should be used for the ‘intensity’ of an offence or to decide if it was a handball offence.

https://www.theifab.com/laws/latest/video-assistant-referee-var-protocol/#procedures

Some relevant procedural text...

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 2, 2026, 8:04:25, in reply to "No. Balogun's was also accidental. One thing I did hear is that the VAR used slo-mo and stills in"

Intent holds no value

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on July 2, 2026, 7:34:37, in reply to "regarding the Messi play, it was most likely accidental. Does that come into play for the decision?."

And Messi’s likely should have been a red as well but yeah/no.

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or is it just the fact that you spiked someone, regardless of intent, it should be a red?

or at the end of the day, it's whatever the ref wants to interpret on the day.

the Balogun play was accidental too. doesn't seem like intent is factored into the decision

Posted by IlliniSax05 User icon on July 2, 2026, 7:32:28, in reply to "regarding the Messi play, it was most likely accidental. Does that come into play for the decision?."

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

There might be a chance for the US to appeal on the grounds that VAR was not applied properly:

Posted by IlliniRunner User icon on July 2, 2026, 4:00:01, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

https://bsky.app/profile/sethabramson.bsky.social/post/3mpnc2oah4k2u

Seth Abrahamson sucks and I can't believe it*

Posted by JacobRDaugherty User icon on July 2, 2026, 7:09:27, in reply to "There might be a chance for the US to appeal on the grounds that VAR was not applied properly: "

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https://bsky.app/profile/sethabramson.bsky.social/post/3mpnc2oah4k2u

That guy is an elite doomer. Maybe the best I’ve seen *

Posted by MC User icon on July 2, 2026, 9:26:08, in reply to "Seth Abrahamson sucks and I can't believe it*"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

This is absolutely a situation Trump could get involved in. He would do something like this*

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Maybe he can trade his “peace” prize for Balo’s red*

Posted by AintHatin User icon on July 2, 2026, 9:03:08, in reply to "This is absolutely a situation Trump could get involved in. He would do something like this*"

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helping a birthright citizen?*

Posted by Gene Parmesan User icon on July 2, 2026, 8:53:01, in reply to "This is absolutely a situation Trump could get involved in. He would do something like this*"

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If there was ever a time to address that 30-something approval rating…*

Posted by uofi1998 User icon on July 2, 2026, 6:56:29, in reply to "This is absolutely a situation Trump could get involved in. He would do something like this*"

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Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

Never mind on that appeal chance.

Posted by assassin User icon on July 1, 2026, 21:53:25, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

https://x.com/tombogert/status/2072511214392070496?s=20

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Is there an exception if someone from your country won the FIFA Peace Prize?*

Posted by Herman Blume User icon on July 1, 2026, 22:48:29, in reply to "Never mind on that appeal chance. "

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Counterpoint?…

Posted by DocWalk20 User icon on July 1, 2026, 22:20:19, in reply to "Never mind on that appeal chance. "

https://www.sportingnews.com/us/soccer/news/can-fifa-rescind-red-card-

Kind of crazy the lack of clarity on this
But Dempsey mentioned an appeal option on air

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USA can appeal if FIFA suspends him for more than one game*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 2, 2026, 6:14:08, in reply to "Counterpoint?…"

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https://www.sportingnews.com/us/soccer/news/can-fifa-rescind-red-card-

Kind of crazy the lack of clarity on this
But Dempsey mentioned an appeal option on air

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https://x.com/tombogert/status/2072511214392070496?s=20

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terribly written article. FIFA can overturn but it can't be appealed... "Therefore, he will be

Posted by Orangeillini User icon on July 1, 2026, 22:30:30, in reply to "Counterpoint?…"

suspended for the Round of 16 match against Belgium." Um What??

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https://www.sportingnews.com/us/soccer/news/can-fifa-rescind-red-card-

Kind of crazy the lack of clarity on this
But Dempsey mentioned an appeal option on air

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https://x.com/tombogert/status/2072511214392070496?s=20

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Yeah. It was. In retrospect seems rushed and not grounded in much reality.*

Posted by DocWalk20 User icon on July 2, 2026, 10:24:04, in reply to "terribly written article. FIFA can overturn but it can't be appealed... "Therefore, he will be "

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suspended for the Round of 16 match against Belgium." Um What??

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Kind of crazy the lack of clarity on this
But Dempsey mentioned an appeal option on air

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US/Belgium opens as a straight up pick’em on the gambling apps*

Posted by OB25 User icon on July 1, 2026, 21:45:32, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

They've sucked for like 75% of their matches so far.

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard User icon on July 1, 2026, 22:08:43, in reply to "US/Belgium opens as a straight up pick’em on the gambling apps*"

But Lukaku is a beast and Trossard is a sneaky bastard.

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Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

“Surf is just a national treasure.” — Jackie

They looked old and bad yesterday.

Posted by AintHatin User icon on July 2, 2026, 9:04:46, in reply to "They've sucked for like 75% of their matches so far."

strangely only looked good when doku and de bruyne came out

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But Lukaku is a beast and Trossard is a sneaky bastard.

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Landon found some hair.*

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard User icon on July 1, 2026, 21:27:25, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

“Surf is just a national treasure.” — Jackie

And looks weird. But good for him. *

Posted by harb User icon on July 1, 2026, 21:31:40, in reply to "Landon found some hair.*"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

Maybe they shouldn’t put a “before” graphic up with his name.*

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard User icon on July 1, 2026, 21:32:51, in reply to "And looks weird. But good for him. *"

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Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

“Surf is just a national treasure.” — Jackie

Turn off the stadium audio, please*

Posted by bjl63 User icon on July 1, 2026, 21:16:23, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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They keep going that, and with people who can be difficult to follow*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 1, 2026, 21:23:13, in reply to "Turn off the stadium audio, please*"

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Who should start in place of Balogun, not named Pepi*

Posted by shua User icon on July 1, 2026, 21:16:17, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Gio Reyna, move Pulisic to a false 9*

Posted by JacobRDaugherty User icon on July 1, 2026, 21:58:37, in reply to "Who should start in place of Balogun, not named Pepi*"

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I wish we had a better keeper too *

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 1, 2026, 21:25:38, in reply to "Who should start in place of Balogun, not named Pepi*"

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Haji Wright*

Posted by Blazer User icon on July 1, 2026, 21:23:54, in reply to "Who should start in place of Balogun, not named Pepi*"

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7 touches when 2 will do… no thx *

Posted by uofi1998 User icon on July 1, 2026, 22:37:39, in reply to "Haji Wright*"

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Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

hi Blazer! I agree!*

Posted by Poldark User icon on July 1, 2026, 21:28:33, in reply to "Haji Wright*"

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Social Misfit who wants to coach Illinois women's basketball.

"The only thing the DSA hates more than Republicans is Democrats."

I hope this ref is done for the tournament *

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 1, 2026, 21:12:19, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Fuming we won’t have Balogun vs Belgium *

Posted by MC User icon on July 1, 2026, 21:11:49, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

Is there no mechanism to appeal that down to a yellow?*

Posted by voiceofreason User icon on July 1, 2026, 21:14:22, in reply to "Fuming we won’t have Balogun vs Belgium *"

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There is but your success rate is minuscule. *

Posted by assassin User icon on July 1, 2026, 21:15:09, in reply to "Is there no mechanism to appeal that down to a yellow?*"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

So you're tellin me there's a chance...

Posted by IlliniSax05 User icon on July 1, 2026, 21:16:53, in reply to "There is but your success rate is minuscule. *"

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

Nah. *

Posted by assassin User icon on July 1, 2026, 21:25:38, in reply to "So you're tellin me there's a chance..."

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Yeah I feel horrible still. *

Posted by assassin User icon on July 1, 2026, 21:13:52, in reply to "Fuming we won’t have Balogun vs Belgium *"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

I’d unleash Wright ahead of Pepi *

Posted by MC User icon on July 1, 2026, 21:12:13, in reply to "Fuming we won’t have Balogun vs Belgium *"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

100%*

Posted by Blazer User icon on July 1, 2026, 21:24:30, in reply to "I’d unleash Wright ahead of Pepi *"

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yup Coventry legend*

Posted by Poldark User icon on July 1, 2026, 21:13:31, in reply to "I’d unleash Wright ahead of Pepi *"

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Social Misfit who wants to coach Illinois women's basketball.

"The only thing the DSA hates more than Republicans is Democrats."

Any chance the red gets downgraded by FIFA?

Posted by GrandmotherPearlsJam User icon on July 1, 2026, 21:10:34, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

Or is that only a Premier League thing?

Bosnia has absolutely nothing in attack*

Posted by UIHuskie User icon on July 1, 2026, 21:01:49, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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How good was the back line tho*

Posted by Blazer User icon on July 1, 2026, 21:13:40, in reply to "Bosnia has absolutely nothing in attack*"

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Embarrassing offensive performance up a man*

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on July 1, 2026, 21:09:57, in reply to "Bosnia has absolutely nothing in attack*"

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Yes I have a complete lack of concern

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on July 1, 2026, 21:03:56, in reply to "Bosnia has absolutely nothing in attack*"

Now Belgium with Pepi as the starting 9. That is a concern

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It does make things easier*

Posted by shua User icon on July 1, 2026, 21:03:21, in reply to "Bosnia has absolutely nothing in attack*"

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Tillman MOTM*

Posted by assassin User icon on July 1, 2026, 21:01:35, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Even if he doesn’t score the worldie *

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on July 1, 2026, 21:09:29, in reply to "Tillman MOTM*"

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thankfully Džeko is off the pitch*

Posted by Poldark User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:59:41, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Social Misfit who wants to coach Illinois women's basketball.

"The only thing the DSA hates more than Republicans is Democrats."

10 fucking minutes? They really want BIH to come back

Posted by IlliniSax05 User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:57:25, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

Fortunately Bosnia does not have Belgium’s comeback talent *

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:55:26, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Goalie should have saved that.*

Posted by DT User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:49:57, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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LFG, what a moment*

Posted by UIHuskie User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:48:58, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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HOLY SHIT!!!!*

Posted by VIV User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:48:48, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

FUCK YEAH.*

Posted by voiceofreason User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:48:47, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Golazo! *

Posted by RD User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:48:44, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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SUBLIME*

Posted by assassin User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:48:44, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Hell yeah. Tillman does it. Woooohoooo. *

Posted by harb User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:48:43, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

TILLMAN!!*

Posted by shua User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:48:40, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Woooo!*

Posted by DT User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:48:39, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Malik FUCKING Tillman!!*

Posted by DocWalk20 User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:48:35, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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The ref continues to lose control *

Posted by shua User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:47:37, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Ref has completely lost control*

Posted by Mrap24 User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:47:26, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Fucking finally. *

Posted by assassin User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:47:03, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Cool that the Bosnia coach is time wasting. Keep it up.*

Posted by DT User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:46:44, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Since the Pulisic foul he’s cooled everything down and it’s at 80+

Posted by RD User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:48:17, in reply to "Cool that the Bosnia coach is time wasting. Keep it up.*"

Terrific play and letting the game push on with no danger from Bosnia

:clap:

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Offsides, but that was exquisite.*

Posted by voiceofreason User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:46:36, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Offsides calls can eat a fucking bag

Posted by IlliniSax05 User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:45:56, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

Especially in the box*

Posted by shua User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:46:46, in reply to "Offsides calls can eat a fucking bag"

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Cosign. *

Posted by harb User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:46:24, in reply to "Offsides calls can eat a fucking bag"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

Wow. US will not get this call. *

Posted by harb User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:45:29, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

He was off. *

Posted by harb User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:45:43, in reply to "Wow. US will not get this call. *"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

Pulisic is close to done - he should be coming off soon

Posted by RD User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:42:20, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

Pack the midfield and see this out

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We got fucked but you HAVE to make better passes*

Posted by PapaDels User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:38:45, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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I have schweppervessence and wessonality.
Too sweet to be sour, too nice to be mean.
Radicalized by basic decency.

Yeah, our weakest part of the game today*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:42:44, in reply to "We got fucked but you HAVE to make better passes*"

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The more I see it the more upset I am *

Posted by MC User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:38:28, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

Completely.*

Posted by DocWalk20 User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:40:34, in reply to "The more I see it the more upset I am *"

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It's absurd, it's completely accidental*

Posted by UIHuskie User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:39:44, in reply to "The more I see it the more upset I am *"

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Fuck FIFA, I hope Trump takes your trophy!*

Posted by shua User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:37:06, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Well he does like ugly shit. *

Posted by doubledown User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:38:57, in reply to "Fuck FIFA, I hope Trump takes your trophy!*"

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I’m still at a loss*

Posted by snipes824 User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:37:04, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Referee loses control of game. Overreacts with game and tourney impacting overreach.

Posted by uofi1998 User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:36:30, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

Could see something insanely stupid coming a mile away.

Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

Yep. First half was a huge indicator of his ineptitude. *

Posted by harb User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:37:33, in reply to "Referee loses control of game. Overreacts with game and tourney impacting overreach. "

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Could see something insanely stupid coming a mile away.

[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

I mean, how? How is that even justifiable as a red?*

Posted by JFG User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:36:25, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Everything looks worse if you break it down and slo mo it*

Posted by CanHartlebHireSnider User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:36:05, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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I’m still in shock over how bad that call was. *

Posted by VIV User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:35:58, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

It’s no different (or very similar) to the Messi slight touch on the Algerian player

Posted by RD User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:37:45, in reply to "I’m still in shock over how bad that call was. *"

Neither are red and the force and intent do matter because they’re humans (duh)

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And he’s out for next game too. Ducking great *

Posted by MC User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:34:34, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

What’s the sub strategy here?*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:34:30, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Someone that can defend for Dest. *

Posted by assassin User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:35:49, in reply to "What’s the sub strategy here?*"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Trusty? He was decent last game*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:36:33, in reply to "Someone that can defend for Dest. *"

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Probably. And then Aaronson for CP with about five left for fresh legs.

Posted by assassin User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:39:40, in reply to "Trusty? He was decent last game*"

I don’t think you swap anyone else unless they can’t go

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Listed as doubtful for this game per footmob*

Posted by ATL User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:39:28, in reply to "Trusty? He was decent last game*"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Oh. You could actually bring Aaronson in for Dest at some point then.

Posted by assassin User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:42:00, in reply to "Listed as doubtful for this game per footmob*"

We’ve moved to a back four, so just replacing a wing for wing

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

absolutely fucking disgraceful decision. Balogun deserves better*

Posted by OrangeSox User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:34:07, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Wasn’t even looking at the guy*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:34:53, in reply to "absolutely fucking disgraceful decision. Balogun deserves better*"

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And he was in the air. Where is he supposed to land?*

Posted by shua User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:36:21, in reply to "Wasn’t even looking at the guy*"

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Simply trying to regain his balance after the defender knocked him off balance. Ridiculous.*

Posted by DocWalk20 User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:36:08, in reply to "Wasn’t even looking at the guy*"

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The amount of the shirt grabbing that didn’t get yellows and then this red!?!?*

Posted by shua User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:33:38, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Not to mention the pick play on Adams at the end of the 1st half

Posted by IlliniSax05 User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:36:13, in reply to "The amount of the shirt grabbing that didn’t get yellows and then this red!?!?*"

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

Absolute bullshit.*

Posted by DocWalk20 User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:34:01, in reply to "The amount of the shirt grabbing that didn’t get yellows and then this red!?!?*"

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If he hadn’t broken his ankle that’s not a red card.*

Posted by DT User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:32:27, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Bosnia has gotten everything they've needed from the ref*

Posted by UIHuskie User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:31:59, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Maybe some big money changing hands. *

Posted by harb User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:38:56, in reply to "Bosnia has gotten everything they've needed from the ref*"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

So he’d be out for next game if we win too, right?*

Posted by OB25 User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:31:57, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Yes*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:32:15, in reply to "So he’d be out for next game if we win too, right?*"

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Crooked ass shit.*

Posted by voiceofreason User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:31:50, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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GTFO*

Posted by Blazer User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:31:24, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Absurd red card *

Posted by ATL User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:31:22, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Dogshit call*

Posted by Mrap24 User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:31:21, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Atrocious call*

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:31:13, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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That is absurd. Absolutely absurd. *

Posted by VIV User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:31:06, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Bulllshit red*

Posted by PapaDels User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:30:52, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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I have schweppervessence and wessonality.
Too sweet to be sour, too nice to be mean.
Radicalized by basic decency.

Fuck*

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:30:51, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Bullish!t *

Posted by aimlessillini User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:30:51, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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USA just got skull fuked. *

Posted by harb User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:30:44, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

So we're just going to get fucked right out of the tournament. Great

Posted by IlliniSax05 User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:30:42, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

C’mon with this shit.*

Posted by voiceofreason User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:30:32, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Take it down a notch, Alexi. They aren’t putting you in.*

Posted by voiceofreason User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:04:32, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Dominant first half. Would love to have 2, but BIH has not been close to us *

Posted by VIV User icon on July 1, 2026, 19:57:19, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Need to avoid giving them set plays. They looked dangerous on those but not in open play.*

Posted by DT User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:01:55, in reply to "Dominant first half. Would love to have 2, but BIH has not been close to us *"

Park the bus and win corners. The Arsenal way!

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Also, Bosnia is an incredibly unlikable team. Borderline dirty physicality and divers

Posted by DT User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:05:43, in reply to "Need to avoid giving them set plays. They looked dangerous on those but not in open play.*"

Plus the style of play is almost entirely negative.

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I recommend scoring again. *

Posted by assassin User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:27:26, in reply to "Also, Bosnia is an incredibly unlikable team. Borderline dirty physicality and divers"

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Plus the style of play is almost entirely negative.

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

It’s all they’ve got. *

Posted by assassin User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:04:57, in reply to "Need to avoid giving them set plays. They looked dangerous on those but not in open play.*"

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Park the bus and win corners. The Arsenal way!

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Good half. Clearly the better team. Bosnia’s bus parking is highly annoying. This ref

Posted by voiceofreason User icon on July 1, 2026, 19:57:17, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

is in way over his head.

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Not liking this referee. Obvious pick play on Adam’s after the goal. Grab on Pulisic. *

Posted by harb User icon on July 1, 2026, 19:55:39, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

Yeah, the dude just looked right at Adams and trucked him. Somehow ref blames Adams for it.*

Posted by DocWalk20 User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:02:11, in reply to "Not liking this referee. Obvious pick play on Adam’s after the goal. Grab on Pulisic. *"

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Yeah, the dude just looked right at Adams and trucked him. Somehow ref blames Adams for it.*

Posted by DocWalk20 User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:02:07, in reply to "Not liking this referee. Obvious pick play on Adam’s after the goal. Grab on Pulisic. *"

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This guy is terrible and the game will get dirty because he’s letting it happen. *

Posted by uofi1998 User icon on July 1, 2026, 19:57:44, in reply to "Not liking this referee. Obvious pick play on Adam’s after the goal. Grab on Pulisic. *"

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Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

Bosnia player basically signaled that he was coming for a cheap shot in the 2nd half.*

Posted by voiceofreason User icon on July 1, 2026, 20:02:12, in reply to "This guy is terrible and the game will get dirty because he’s letting it happen. *"

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Agreed. He’s not controlling things and it’s starting to escalate.*

Posted by DT User icon on July 1, 2026, 19:59:45, in reply to "This guy is terrible and the game will get dirty because he’s letting it happen. *"

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this referee inconsistent*

Posted by Poldark User icon on July 1, 2026, 19:55:26, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Social Misfit who wants to coach Illinois women's basketball.

"The only thing the DSA hates more than Republicans is Democrats."

This ref is completely lost. Just absolutely no idea what he's doing*

Posted by UIHuskie User icon on July 1, 2026, 19:55:16, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Is this ref a clown?

Posted by tvillini User icon on July 1, 2026, 19:55:08, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

Glad I'm not alone in thinking this dude has no clue

Posted by IlliniSax05 User icon on July 1, 2026, 19:56:25, in reply to "Is this ref a clown?"

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

This whole game is full on CONCACAF*

Posted by assassin User icon on July 1, 2026, 19:55:35, in reply to "Is this ref a clown?"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Need to start converting on these chances. Feels like we’re going to break through.*

Posted by voiceofreason User icon on July 1, 2026, 19:44:32, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Need to start converting on these chances. Feels like we’re going to break through.*

Posted by voiceofreason User icon on July 1, 2026, 19:44:10, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Our passing is just off. Either too far ahead or too far behind

Posted by IlliniSax05 User icon on July 1, 2026, 19:42:11, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

He was indeed offside *

Posted by ATL User icon on July 1, 2026, 19:32:46, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

They should wave it off when the defenders obviously dog it. *

Posted by doubledown User icon on July 1, 2026, 19:36:37, in reply to "He was indeed offside *"

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Please win tonight; we can beat Belgium*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 1, 2026, 17:46:39, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Cosign. *

Posted by harb User icon on July 1, 2026, 18:32:35, in reply to "Please win tonight; we can beat Belgium*"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

No Pepi tonight, thank goodness

Posted by Blazer User icon on July 1, 2026, 18:04:24, in reply to "Please win tonight; we can beat Belgium*"

Back to our best lineup. Take care of business

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Onana

Posted by VIV User icon on July 1, 2026, 17:45:50, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

What’s his name?

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

I know the adrenaline's high, but you can't waste a potential chance like that*

Posted by Sammich User icon on July 1, 2026, 17:45:38, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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What we've become is contrary to what we want
Take a bow

Gotta be soul crushing for Senegal. *

Posted by harb User icon on July 1, 2026, 17:44:29, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

What a nonchalant top bins dart *

Posted by VIV User icon on July 1, 2026, 17:43:36, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

No stutter step nonsense... just a clean finish.*

Posted by uofi1998 User icon on July 1, 2026, 17:45:03, in reply to "What a nonchalant top bins dart *"

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Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

Yeah. Made that look easy. *

Posted by harb User icon on July 1, 2026, 17:44:52, in reply to "What a nonchalant top bins dart *"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

Unsaveable location. *

Posted by VIV User icon on July 1, 2026, 17:46:27, in reply to "Yeah. Made that look easy. *"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Shameless stuff from Senegal now. *

Posted by VIV User icon on July 1, 2026, 17:42:01, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Clear pen but what a heartbreak for Senegal.*

Posted by ATL User icon on July 1, 2026, 17:40:15, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

From a very late 2-0 lead to this*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 1, 2026, 17:41:55, in reply to "Clear pen but what a heartbreak for Senegal.*"

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Penalty every time. *

Posted by VIV User icon on July 1, 2026, 17:39:35, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Clear penalty. Split second, but interfered with the Belgium player making a play on the ball*

Posted by Blazer User icon on July 1, 2026, 17:39:32, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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That may have been the least helpful dr Joe discussion ever

Posted by ATL User icon on July 1, 2026, 17:38:48, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

And that’s a high bar

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Looks like a pen *

Posted by assassin User icon on July 1, 2026, 17:38:05, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

The overhead angle is a no doubter*

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on July 1, 2026, 17:39:11, in reply to "Looks like a pen *"

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R32 has been incredible*

Posted by CWR10 User icon on July 1, 2026, 17:37:56, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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This WC is drunk *

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on July 1, 2026, 16:53:53, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Hell yesssssss*

Posted by opey8 User icon on July 1, 2026, 16:52:42, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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That’s not how you play goalie*

Posted by assassin User icon on July 1, 2026, 16:52:15, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Oh no. Disaster.*

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard User icon on July 1, 2026, 16:51:49, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

“Surf is just a national treasure.” — Jackie

Wow. All square. *

Posted by harb User icon on July 1, 2026, 16:51:20, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

<Romelu Lukaku> HELLO ME NOT DEAD <\Romelu Lukaku>*

Posted by IlliniRunner User icon on July 1, 2026, 16:51:18, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Oh no. *

Posted by harb User icon on July 1, 2026, 16:49:18, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

Is it too late to want to play Belgium?*

Posted by shua User icon on July 1, 2026, 16:38:44, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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I think your monkey paw already curled *

Posted by assassin User icon on July 1, 2026, 16:41:40, in reply to "Is it too late to want to play Belgium?*"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Turns out Belgium is bad, actually. *

Posted by assassin User icon on July 1, 2026, 16:18:18, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Wow. That’s two for SEN. Huge for them. *

Posted by harb User icon on July 1, 2026, 16:14:04, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

Great individual effort*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 1, 2026, 16:15:30, in reply to "Wow. That’s two for SEN. Huge for them. *"

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So is the 3rd Africa/Europe game to be 1-0 Africa at the half?

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 1, 2026, 15:53:33, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

Norway/Ivory Coast
England/DRC
Belgium/Senegal

Both of the first games ended 2-1 Europe. Wonder if Belgium will follow suit.

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Guess not*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 1, 2026, 16:15:08, in reply to "So is the 3rd Africa/Europe game to be 1-0 Africa at the half?"

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Norway/Ivory Coast
England/DRC
Belgium/Senegal

Both of the first games ended 2-1 Europe. Wonder if Belgium will follow suit.

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We got a runner!*

Posted by ATL User icon on July 1, 2026, 15:32:10, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Oo*

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on July 1, 2026, 15:27:14, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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De Cuyper be ball watching*

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on July 1, 2026, 15:27:13, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Well well wellngeal. *

Posted by assassin User icon on July 1, 2026, 15:26:11, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Slight touch saved a goal *

Posted by assassin User icon on July 1, 2026, 15:14:54, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Somebody please tell Peter Schmeichel that you don’t button both buttons on a 2-button suit.*

Posted by ATL User icon on July 1, 2026, 14:39:56, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Tonali to Spurs: here we go

Posted by ATL User icon on July 1, 2026, 13:59:06, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

https://bsky.app/profile/fabrizioromano.yopro20.com/post/3mpm6huedoe22

“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Man so expensive… but I guess not my money. Base of midfield is covered.

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on July 1, 2026, 14:01:07, in reply to "Tonali to Spurs: here we go "

Now go sign Savinho and a 10.

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Some Spurs podcast are convinced me that maybe Savinho is not the answer

Posted by ATL User icon on July 1, 2026, 14:15:03, in reply to "Man so expensive… but I guess not my money. Base of midfield is covered."

We need somebody that can score goals.

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Now go sign Savinho and a 10.

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https://bsky.app/profile/fabrizioromano.yopro20.com/post/3mpm6huedoe22

“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Please take Savinho. Please.*

Posted by Chicago1995 User icon on July 1, 2026, 15:44:24, in reply to "Some Spurs podcast are convinced me that maybe Savinho is not the answer"

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We need somebody that can score goals.

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Now go sign Savinho and a 10.

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Getting some money back. Vuscović to Brighton.

Posted by ATL User icon on July 1, 2026, 14:57:18, in reply to "Some Spurs podcast are convinced me that maybe Savinho is not the answer"

Looks like Spurs are selling Vusković to Brighton for £50 million, a 20% sell on fee and a right of first offer in the event of a transfer.

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7377369/2026/07/01/luka-vuskovic-brighton-tottenham-transfer/?unlocked_article_code=1.uVA.NSZh.wMVBw3wAT8Ul&source=user_shared_article&smid=ta-ios-share

“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Congo coach failed them should have made subs sooner.*

Posted by gullit User icon on July 1, 2026, 13:36:13, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Congo Bongo*

Posted by Sounder User icon on July 1, 2026, 13:50:44, in reply to "Congo coach failed them should have made subs sooner.*"

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Henry, Zlatan and Rebecca are incredible TV*

Posted by assassin User icon on July 1, 2026, 13:16:58, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Thierry reminds me of Dennison from the show The Diplomat*

Posted by CWR10 User icon on July 1, 2026, 13:44:01, in reply to "Henry, Zlatan and Rebecca are incredible TV*"

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They work so well together*

Posted by Sounder User icon on July 1, 2026, 13:18:13, in reply to "Henry, Zlatan and Rebecca are incredible TV*"

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Harry rejoins the golden boot race*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 1, 2026, 12:51:19, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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GD Kane*

Posted by CoronaTheirAss User icon on July 1, 2026, 12:51:12, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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The way he created that opportunity was incredible*

Posted by Sounder User icon on July 1, 2026, 12:52:04, in reply to "GD Kane*"

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the stars are truly shining this cup, my goodness*

Posted by assassin User icon on July 1, 2026, 12:51:10, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

"Everyone’s laughing and riding and cornholing except Yamal"*

Posted by shua User icon on July 1, 2026, 13:04:38, in reply to "the stars are truly shining this cup, my goodness* "

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It’s just ridiculous*

Posted by CoronaTheirAss User icon on July 1, 2026, 12:52:23, in reply to "the stars are truly shining this cup, my goodness* "

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wow*

Posted by illiniranger User icon on July 1, 2026, 12:50:41, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Ballgame. Vamos El Tri!*

Posted by Chilango User icon on July 1, 2026, 12:50:24, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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The three lions vs el tri at Azteca is going to be epic*

Posted by Sounder User icon on July 1, 2026, 12:51:40, in reply to "Ballgame. Vamos El Tri!*"

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World class*

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on July 1, 2026, 12:50:16, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Mexico vs England will be fun *

Posted by RD User icon on July 1, 2026, 12:50:10, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Enjoy that altitude, England*

Posted by timmer User icon on July 1, 2026, 12:52:11, in reply to "Mexico vs England will be fun *"

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(for rent)

Feels like the onslaught will now begin*

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on July 1, 2026, 12:40:00, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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That was a helluva strike by Harry. *

Posted by harb User icon on July 1, 2026, 12:49:51, in reply to "Feels like the onslaught will now begin*"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

He's a wizard*

Posted by Chilango User icon on July 1, 2026, 13:00:12, in reply to "That was a helluva strike by Harry. *"

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tough angle*

Posted by Sammich User icon on July 1, 2026, 12:50:37, in reply to "That was a helluva strike by Harry. *"

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What we've become is contrary to what we want
Take a bow

England have been knocking at the door for a while. Keeper has been great.*

Posted by ATL User icon on July 1, 2026, 12:42:23, in reply to "Feels like the onslaught will now begin*"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Right after announcer overpraises DRC, they give one up*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 1, 2026, 12:41:16, in reply to "Feels like the onslaught will now begin*"

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Cajun chicken pasta *

Posted by ijustkrushalot User icon on July 1, 2026, 11:55:36, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Pretty sure Lumumba Vea would have broken down and wept at that save *

Posted by ijustkrushalot User icon on July 1, 2026, 11:55:29, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Cipenga is the business*

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on July 1, 2026, 11:49:58, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Ask your doctor if Cipenga is right for you*

Posted by Sammich User icon on July 1, 2026, 11:51:52, in reply to "Cipenga is the business*"

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What we've become is contrary to what we want
Take a bow

Dr Congo?*

Posted by ISeeDeadHawkeyes User icon on July 1, 2026, 11:55:06, in reply to "Ask your doctor if Cipenga is right for you*"

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Must be weird for Kane to not get the PK *

Posted by ijustkrushalot User icon on July 1, 2026, 11:45:10, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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I like that no penalty. Kane isn’t getting to that ball.*

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on July 1, 2026, 11:45:00, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Agree and he started his dive before the very minimal contact.*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on July 1, 2026, 12:00:08, in reply to "I like that no penalty. Kane isn’t getting to that ball.*"

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Would like to see super-slow replay we get in other sports *

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 1, 2026, 11:48:13, in reply to "I like that no penalty. Kane isn’t getting to that ball.*"

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I could see it being given... but he clearly was trying to get it.

Posted by ijustkrushalot User icon on July 1, 2026, 11:46:59, in reply to "I like that no penalty. Kane isn’t getting to that ball.*"

that's a tough one

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if he just stays up and plays through the contact, he gets it

Posted by assassin User icon on July 1, 2026, 11:49:22, in reply to "I could see it being given... but he clearly was trying to get it. "

but that was a literal dive

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

I don’t know how much their past counts but Kane is a known diver

Posted by RD User icon on July 1, 2026, 11:53:56, in reply to "if he just stays up and plays through the contact, he gets it"

As is Bellingham. I didn’t see the call being that close. Also - the reffing has been awesome. Maybe the physically goes too far some times but I’ll take that over the everyone gets a foul at every minor touch.

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but that was a literal dive

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he was also already falling down*

Posted by assassin User icon on July 1, 2026, 11:45:40, in reply to "I like that no penalty. Kane isn’t getting to that ball.*"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Last angle showed he didn't really get his foot, either*

Posted by Chilango User icon on July 1, 2026, 11:45:40, in reply to "I like that no penalty. Kane isn’t getting to that ball.*"

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Halftime replay looks like ankle to me*

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 1, 2026, 12:00:21, in reply to "Last angle showed he didn't really get his foot, either*"

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Lobot-ass ref*

Posted by Sammich User icon on July 1, 2026, 11:44:46, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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What we've become is contrary to what we want
Take a bow

oh my god, how do you not finish. *

Posted by assassin User icon on July 1, 2026, 11:43:21, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

TWSS*

Posted by bbonb User icon on July 1, 2026, 12:44:01, in reply to "oh my god, how do you not finish. * "

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Wow on the highest of levels*

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on July 1, 2026, 11:44:02, in reply to "oh my god, how do you not finish. * "

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Sack Thomas Tuchel*

Posted by Poldark User icon on July 1, 2026, 11:21:45, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Social Misfit who wants to coach Illinois women's basketball.

"The only thing the DSA hates more than Republicans is Democrats."

The DR is in!*

Posted by assassin User icon on July 1, 2026, 11:07:48, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Let the hand wringing begin *

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on July 1, 2026, 11:13:43, in reply to "The DR is in!*"

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I wonder if they want Gareth Southgate now*

Posted by CoronaTheirAss User icon on July 1, 2026, 11:26:14, in reply to "Let the hand wringing begin *"

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It is kind of amazing how panicked they are playing this early.

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on July 1, 2026, 11:28:44, in reply to "I wonder if they want Gareth Southgate now*"

You got punched in the mouth. Just calm down a bit.

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The difference between a manager managing vibes vs give and gos*

Posted by CoronaTheirAss User icon on July 1, 2026, 11:31:50, in reply to "It is kind of amazing how panicked they are playing this early."

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You got punched in the mouth. Just calm down a bit.

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This may be a very painful Marta ride home *

Posted by ATL User icon on July 1, 2026, 11:20:00, in reply to "Let the hand wringing begin *"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

I love you all, Marta*

Posted by Sammich User icon on July 1, 2026, 11:35:32, in reply to "This may be a very painful Marta ride home *"

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What we've become is contrary to what we want
Take a bow

Sidejack: Spurs have been crazy active early in this transfer market.

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on July 1, 2026, 10:51:18, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

2 big ticket transfers with Van Hecke and Mateus Fernandes (assuming it goes through).

3 players signed on free transfers in areas of need.

And now looks like they're going to sell their 19 year old centerback that starts for Croatia (and has never played for Spurs) to Brighton for almost 50MM pounds.

Apparently in the mix for Sandro Tonali, which I'm not a huge fan of especially at the prices talked about, but he'd certainly make them better.

For a team that usually never does anything at the beginning of the transfer window, this has been wild.

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Getting business done before a star run during the World Cup inflates the market value

Posted by Jersey User icon on July 1, 2026, 11:00:10, in reply to "Sidejack: Spurs have been crazy active early in this transfer market."

smart business IMO

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Daniel Levy. He was the problem. Fernandes got a here we go so I assume it’s happening.

Posted by ATL User icon on July 1, 2026, 10:56:08, in reply to "Sidejack: Spurs have been crazy active early in this transfer market."

Also been linked with Balugon. Which? *shrug*

“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Ehhhh… also the guy that put the pieces in place that lets them do this!

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on July 1, 2026, 11:00:05, in reply to "Daniel Levy. He was the problem. Fernandes got a here we go so I assume it’s happening. "

Really don’t trust this recruitment team, but also like most of what they’ve done thus far?

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Also been linked with Balugon. Which? *shrug*

Mora is awfully impressive for a 17 year old *

Posted by MC User icon on June 30, 2026, 22:31:50, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Hello, is this President Clinton? Good! I figured if anyone knew where to get some Tang, it'd be you.

He will hit minimum 18 to transfer to La Liga this fall *

Posted by Potomac User icon on July 1, 2026, 11:26:21, in reply to "Mora is awfully impressive for a 17 year old *"

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He could be a problem for a long time

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on June 30, 2026, 22:59:22, in reply to "Mora is awfully impressive for a 17 year old *"

Assuming he can get sold to Europe

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Norway was ok earlier, but today’s games def not as fun as yesterday. *

Posted by OWWDig User icon on June 30, 2026, 22:31:15, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Lucky Ecuador didn't score there.

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard User icon on June 30, 2026, 22:25:12, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

Mexican defender got his ankles broken.

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Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

“Surf is just a national treasure.” — Jackie

Mexico is swarming.*

Posted by Toonces User icon on June 30, 2026, 21:33:11, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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I’m ugly.

(/Stephen Miller)*

Posted by VIV User icon on June 30, 2026, 22:27:29, in reply to "Mexico is swarming.*"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Now that the Court has ruled, I hope it’s all pregnant ladies 10’ over the Border.*

Posted by Toonces User icon on June 30, 2026, 22:31:42, in reply to "(/Stephen Miller)*"

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I’m ugly.

Hey Ecuador the match started 30 minutes ago*

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on June 30, 2026, 21:33:05, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Freight train *

Posted by assassin User icon on June 30, 2026, 21:32:30, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

No hydration breaks this time.

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard User icon on June 30, 2026, 21:32:18, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

Drink 'em if you got 'em.

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Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

“Surf is just a national treasure.” — Jackie

And number two for Mexico. Laser kick. *

Posted by harb User icon on June 30, 2026, 21:32:18, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

Wow. Nice goal. Looks maybe offsides. *

Posted by harb User icon on June 30, 2026, 21:23:26, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

Guess not. *

Posted by harb User icon on June 30, 2026, 21:24:24, in reply to "Wow. Nice goal. Looks maybe offsides. *"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

Goodness *

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on June 30, 2026, 21:23:25, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Mexico used a starman out the gate *

Posted by assassin User icon on June 30, 2026, 21:08:31, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Delayed. *

Posted by harb User icon on June 30, 2026, 20:14:51, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

I’m still salty about the Dutch abandoning their footballing identity and adopting haramball

Posted by ATL User icon on June 30, 2026, 18:05:41, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

What is the Netherlands if not Total Football?

“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Looking forward to France v Morocco in quarters *

Posted by Potomac User icon on June 30, 2026, 18:00:07, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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France has been so impressive. They could have 6*

Posted by VIV User icon on June 30, 2026, 17:35:10, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

I like this Bobby Barcola guy. Been running a train on Sweden.*

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;' tabindex=0>$ on June 30, 2026, 17:41:41, in reply to "France has been so impressive. They could have 6*"

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You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

It's his hobby. Why you gotta belittle it?*

Posted by Sammich User icon on June 30, 2026, 17:44:41, in reply to "I like this Bobby Barcola guy. Been running a train on Sweden.*"

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What we've become is contrary to what we want
Take a bow

Quasimodo predicted all this. *

Posted by VIV User icon on June 30, 2026, 17:46:21, in reply to "It's his hobby. Why you gotta belittle it?*"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Bayern might not be able to keep Olise for three more years

Posted by Potomac User icon on June 30, 2026, 17:35:07, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

He often is the engine of Bayern’s attack, like today.

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Sweden can’t afford to miss opportunities like that *

Posted by ATL User icon on June 30, 2026, 16:47:40, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Mbappe just undressed that man in public. Have mercy. *

Posted by assassin User icon on June 30, 2026, 16:47:06, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

That’s just not fair! Cheat code *

Posted by shua User icon on June 30, 2026, 16:46:04, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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nearly an all timer from Olise. bicycle kick off the post*

Posted by VIV User icon on June 30, 2026, 16:38:09, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

That was crazy close. *

Posted by harb User icon on June 30, 2026, 16:40:54, in reply to "nearly an all timer from Olise. bicycle kick off the post*"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

Really sweet. Inches away*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on June 30, 2026, 16:39:54, in reply to "nearly an all timer from Olise. bicycle kick off the post*"

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Haaland seemed to be a bit sheepish about that goal. Seemed like he biffed the 1st touch

Posted by IlliniRunner User icon on June 30, 2026, 14:03:24, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

and it still went in.

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Warren Barton sometimes you don’t have to say anything

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on June 30, 2026, 13:47:26, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

He just said the fans in the stadium are watching the game

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Norway are begging to be scored on*

Posted by assassin User icon on June 30, 2026, 13:24:16, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

and there it is*

Posted by assassin User icon on June 30, 2026, 13:34:25, in reply to "Norway are begging to be scored on* "

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

That Norway watch party looks like fun. *

Posted by harb User icon on June 30, 2026, 12:54:30, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

Norway with the FIFA RB button goal*

Posted by assassin User icon on June 30, 2026, 12:40:51, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

If they stick with 48 teams, they should reseed for this round*

Posted by memyselfandillini User icon on June 30, 2026, 7:00:14, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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I wish it was going to 24 and the top 1st place finishers get a bye

Posted by JacobRDaugherty User icon on June 30, 2026, 13:27:17, in reply to "If they stick with 48 teams, they should reseed for this round*"

Think it would vastly change the calculation for how teams act and would make for a more compelling tournament

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I don't know how you reseed based on 3 games in 12 groups. Best I can come up with

Posted by ijustkrushalot User icon on June 30, 2026, 13:02:10, in reply to "If they stick with 48 teams, they should reseed for this round*"

is that you give Top 8 teams a preference for the knockout round match vs a 3rd place team.

Morocco finished 2nd in their group. Maybe you alter the draw so Morocco can't be with the Dutch?

I kinda want 64 countries if we are gonna have a round of 32. No 3rd place sides*

Posted by uofi1998 User icon on June 30, 2026, 7:40:21, in reply to "If they stick with 48 teams, they should reseed for this round*"

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Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

I think you can make an argument it would strengthen the field rather than weaken it…

Posted by uofi1998 User icon on June 30, 2026, 7:41:49, in reply to "I kinda want 64 countries if we are gonna have a round of 32. No 3rd place sides*"

…if the allocations are loosely geared around which confederations have the most countries highly regarded in the fifa rankings.

Are you going to bark all day, little doggie? Or are you going to bite?

Now that they've broken the dam on 32 teams, I'd rather go all the way to 64.*

Posted by mrkoolaid User icon on June 30, 2026, 12:20:47, in reply to "I think you can make an argument it would strengthen the field rather than weaken it…"

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…if the allocations are loosely geared around which confederations have the most countries highly regarded in the fifa rankings.

fuck everything, we're doing 128 teams

Posted by IlliniSax05 User icon on June 30, 2026, 12:25:45, in reply to "Now that they've broken the dam on 32 teams, I'd rather go all the way to 64.*"

Why do you hate me, Sammich?

MAJOR UPDATE: "Maybe you're not such a bad egg, Lisle-y"
-Sammich, 1/15/2011

Don’t give the NCAA tournament any ideas*

Posted by DocWalk20 User icon on June 30, 2026, 13:16:20, in reply to "fuck everything, we're doing 128 teams"

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Fans and teams need to plan ahead; can't wait til group stages are done*

Posted by Potomac User icon on June 30, 2026, 7:02:38, in reply to "If they stick with 48 teams, they should reseed for this round*"

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They’ve been done for 3 days…*

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on June 30, 2026, 7:50:59, in reply to "Fans and teams need to plan ahead; can't wait til group stages are done*"

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Canada v Saudi taking place the day after the group stage ended couldn't happen w/ reseeding.

Posted by mrkoolaid User icon on June 30, 2026, 12:18:19, in reply to "They’ve been done for 3 days…*"

It happened because they were slotted into that game 4 days in advance. With reseeding that would not be possible. The tournament would get even longer, the flow of games would halt, and the general momentum of fan enthusiasm would be challenged.

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I am a dumb dumb and didn’t read the subthread properly*

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on June 30, 2026, 12:28:18, in reply to "Canada v Saudi taking place the day after the group stage ended couldn't happen w/ reseeding."

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That's an all-time World Cup day

Posted by UIHuskie User icon on June 29, 2026, 23:00:58, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

A 90+5 winner and two penalty shootouts that take out European powers.

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Not good for the economy, though

Posted by timmer User icon on June 30, 2026, 6:40:18, in reply to "That's an all-time World Cup day"

All that Euro money going back home. Hopefully they don’t forget to pack up with bottles of ranch dressing

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A 90+5 winner and two penalty shootouts that take out European powers.

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(for rent)

Bonkers*

Posted by Sounder User icon on June 29, 2026, 23:04:02, in reply to "That's an all-time World Cup day"

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A 90+5 winner and two penalty shootouts that take out European powers.

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*Hat tip to Morocco* Enjoy the rest of your cup, Gents.

Posted by KingTalkyTiki User icon on June 29, 2026, 22:57:02, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

See you all for the Euros in '28 or the next go around in '30.

"You must own the honor of being the whitest, military vet, fat, multiple state property owner but most of all the one who hates their own country the most in our country."

I get why people hate penalties. Completely understand

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on June 29, 2026, 22:56:46, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

But that was fantastic

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I find it fascinating and fun as hell. Anyone can win if you get to the kicks. *

Posted by harb User icon on June 29, 2026, 22:58:45, in reply to "I get why people hate penalties. Completely understand "

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But that was fantastic

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

Seems to me that the 30 minutes before it gets to penalties are usually a lot more objectionable*

Posted by OB25 User icon on June 29, 2026, 22:57:35, in reply to "I get why people hate penalties. Completely understand "

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But that was fantastic

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Yeah, both teams just trying not to fuck up*

Posted by Herman Blume User icon on June 29, 2026, 23:04:58, in reply to "Seems to me that the 30 minutes before it gets penalties are usually a lot more objectionable*"

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But that was fantastic

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Deutsch = out on PKs. Dutch = out on PKs. *

Posted by VIV User icon on June 29, 2026, 22:54:19, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

That was fun. Morocco moving on. *

Posted by harb User icon on June 29, 2026, 22:54:11, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

Morocco GK mentally dominating this *

Posted by assassin User icon on June 29, 2026, 22:53:16, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

They deserved the win*

Posted by VIV User icon on June 29, 2026, 22:54:49, in reply to "Morocco GK mentally dominating this *"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Absolutely. *

Posted by harb User icon on June 29, 2026, 22:55:48, in reply to "They deserved the win*"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

That was a really good save there. *

Posted by harb User icon on June 29, 2026, 22:53:08, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

This is great theater*

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on June 29, 2026, 22:51:45, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Just wow. *

Posted by harb User icon on June 29, 2026, 22:52:13, in reply to "This is great theater*"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

Shitty kicks, but yeah.*

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard User icon on June 29, 2026, 22:52:11, in reply to "This is great theater*"

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Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

“Surf is just a national treasure.” — Jackie

True. When did pros get so bad at PKs?

Posted by illinijohn User icon on June 29, 2026, 23:01:55, in reply to "Shitty kicks, but yeah.*"

It's one thing to be outguessed by the goalie, but quite another to completely miss the target.

when practices became all fouling goalkeepers on set pieces*

Posted by ATL User icon on June 30, 2026, 12:56:17, in reply to "True. When did pros get so bad at PKs?"

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It's one thing to be outguessed by the goalie, but quite another to completely miss the target.

“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Some really bad bad takes*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on June 29, 2026, 22:55:19, in reply to "Shitty kicks, but yeah.*"

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GAK*

Posted by assassin User icon on June 29, 2026, 22:51:20, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

GAKKK*

Posted by assassin User icon on June 29, 2026, 22:51:49, in reply to "GAK*"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

OH MY*

Posted by VIV User icon on June 29, 2026, 22:51:02, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

WHAT IN THE WORLD*

Posted by VIV User icon on June 29, 2026, 22:51:39, in reply to "OH MY*"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

On to kicks….*

Posted by harb User icon on June 29, 2026, 22:42:30, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

Wow. What a save but it rolls in. *

Posted by harb User icon on June 29, 2026, 22:48:34, in reply to "On to kicks….*"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

Two doinks and an own goal in the first 4*

Posted by VIV User icon on June 29, 2026, 22:48:57, in reply to "Wow. What a save but it rolls in. *"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Good stuff. *

Posted by harb User icon on June 29, 2026, 22:49:34, in reply to "Two doinks and an own goal in the first 4*"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

That’s crazy*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on June 29, 2026, 22:48:54, in reply to "Wow. What a save but it rolls in. *"

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LOL, my daughter thinks NED coach looks like Brad Underwood.

Posted by DocWalk20 User icon on June 29, 2026, 22:21:34, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

Has called him…
Brad Underwood look alike
Brad Underwood adjacent
Bargain Brad Underwood
Among other nicknames tonight

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If Underwood and mark Davis had a kid*

Posted by snipes824 User icon on June 29, 2026, 22:31:27, in reply to "LOL, my daughter thinks NED coach looks like Brad Underwood."

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Has called him…
Brad Underwood look alike
Brad Underwood adjacent
Bargain Brad Underwood
Among other nicknames tonight

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No, that’s Bred Onderhout*

Posted by VIV User icon on June 29, 2026, 22:26:23, in reply to "LOL, my daughter thinks NED coach looks like Brad Underwood."

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Has called him…
Brad Underwood look alike
Brad Underwood adjacent
Bargain Brad Underwood
Among other nicknames tonight

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

LOL*

Posted by DocWalk20 User icon on June 29, 2026, 22:31:46, in reply to "No, that’s Bred Onderhout*"

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Has called him…
Brad Underwood look alike
Brad Underwood adjacent
Bargain Brad Underwood
Among other nicknames tonight

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That’s funny*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on June 29, 2026, 22:24:16, in reply to "LOL, my daughter thinks NED coach looks like Brad Underwood."

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Has called him…
Brad Underwood look alike
Brad Underwood adjacent
Bargain Brad Underwood
Among other nicknames tonight

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Holy hell*

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on June 29, 2026, 22:11:21, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Massive save by the Dutch keeper. *

Posted by harb User icon on June 29, 2026, 22:10:32, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

Unreal. *

Posted by OWWDig User icon on June 29, 2026, 22:10:51, in reply to "Massive save by the Dutch keeper. *"

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Lulz. *

Posted by harb User icon on June 29, 2026, 22:11:19, in reply to "Unreal. *"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

FUN! Lol*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on June 29, 2026, 22:11:44, in reply to "Lulz. *"

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Save of the tournament *

Posted by VIV User icon on June 29, 2026, 22:10:29, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Unreal. *

Posted by harb User icon on June 29, 2026, 22:10:47, in reply to "Save of the tournament *"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

Fun games today!*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on June 29, 2026, 22:01:04, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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True story. Fun stuff. *

Posted by harb User icon on June 29, 2026, 22:05:43, in reply to "Fun games today!*"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

These two teams should never be meeting this early

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on June 29, 2026, 21:58:37, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

In the same round we got Canada/South Africa

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So much more pace than the German team*

Posted by Potomac User icon on June 29, 2026, 22:01:00, in reply to "These two teams should never be meeting this early"

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In the same round we got Canada/South Africa

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Either team should dominate Canada in the next round*

Posted by Potomac User icon on June 29, 2026, 21:56:30, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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I mean, wow.

Posted by KingTalkyTiki User icon on June 29, 2026, 21:53:45, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

Respeckt.

"You must own the honor of being the whitest, military vet, fat, multiple state property owner but most of all the one who hates their own country the most in our country."

Wow what a ball*

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on June 29, 2026, 21:53:39, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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And an incredible header. *

Posted by VIV User icon on June 29, 2026, 21:54:21, in reply to "Wow what a ball*"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Yep. One for the books. *

Posted by harb User icon on June 29, 2026, 21:54:42, in reply to "And an incredible header. *"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

The body control on that finish was insane *

Posted by assassin User icon on June 29, 2026, 21:54:16, in reply to "Wow what a ball*"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

All square now…..wow. *

Posted by harb User icon on June 29, 2026, 21:53:16, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

Oooooooh baby. *

Posted by assassin User icon on June 29, 2026, 21:53:13, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

OH MY*

Posted by VIV User icon on June 29, 2026, 21:53:03, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

As good a 1v1 defender as there is*

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on June 29, 2026, 21:49:10, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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This Yassine guy has quite a look.*

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on June 29, 2026, 21:45:02, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Good reffing not calling the foul.*

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on June 29, 2026, 21:34:30, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Wait... was that an intentional pass by Summerville?!*

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on June 29, 2026, 21:36:01, in reply to "Good reffing not calling the foul.*"

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Crazy. *

Posted by harb User icon on June 29, 2026, 21:36:53, in reply to "Wait... was that an intentional pass by Summerville?!*"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

This is fun....right?!?

Posted by KingTalkyTiki User icon on June 29, 2026, 21:27:15, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

So much fun!

"You must own the honor of being the whitest, military vet, fat, multiple state property owner but most of all the one who hates their own country the most in our country."

It is a pretty entertaining 0-0*

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on June 29, 2026, 21:28:33, in reply to "This is fun....right?!?"

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So much fun!

Agreed. Moroccan coach is pantsing Koeman so far this half. *

Posted by VIV User icon on June 29, 2026, 21:31:24, in reply to "It is a pretty entertaining 0-0*"

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So much fun!

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

And a great tactical change there. *

Posted by VIV User icon on June 29, 2026, 21:37:06, in reply to "Agreed. Moroccan coach is pantsing Koeman so far this half. *"

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So much fun!

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

I don’t think it’s entertaining for the Dutch or Moroccan fans *

Posted by assassin User icon on June 29, 2026, 21:30:50, in reply to "It is a pretty entertaining 0-0*"

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So much fun!

Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Exactly.*

Posted by KingTalkyTiki User icon on June 29, 2026, 21:38:18, in reply to "I don’t think it’s entertaining for the Dutch or Moroccan fans *"

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So much fun!

"You must own the honor of being the whitest, military vet, fat, multiple state property owner but most of all the one who hates their own country the most in our country."

Feels like one of these poor clearances is gonna bite Morocco*

Posted by assassin User icon on June 29, 2026, 20:44:26, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

People appear to be trying to scalp Van Hecke*

Posted by ATL User icon on June 29, 2026, 20:39:01, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

a bit jarring to see the trainer stapling his head*

Posted by Orangeillini User icon on June 29, 2026, 21:05:07, in reply to "People appear to be trying to scalp Van Hecke*"

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Strong finish to that Moroccan anthem *

Posted by assassin User icon on June 29, 2026, 19:57:16, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

I was not familiar with this Monterrey stadium’s game.*

Posted by OB25 User icon on June 29, 2026, 19:54:38, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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When something is happening, young people like to say it’s “lit.”

Stunning*

Posted by JacobRDaugherty User icon on June 29, 2026, 21:29:17, in reply to "I was not familiar with this Monterrey stadium’s game.*"

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What drama*

Posted by CoronaTheirAss User icon on June 29, 2026, 18:30:49, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Tah goes from the winning goal to the final failure*

Posted by Potomac User icon on June 29, 2026, 18:46:01, in reply to "What drama*"

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Germans had to be thinking they had them where they wanted them when it went to PKs*

Posted by ATL User icon on June 29, 2026, 18:35:11, in reply to "What drama*"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Now they are thinking they basically just lost to Atlanta United*

Posted by CoronaTheirAss User icon on June 29, 2026, 18:40:00, in reply to "Germans had to be thinking they had them where they wanted them when it went to PKs*"

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MLS having a hell of a tournament*

Posted by assassin User icon on June 29, 2026, 18:41:31, in reply to "Now they are thinking they basically just lost to Atlanta United*"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Maybe not with a GK age 40 and an uninspiring season*

Posted by Potomac User icon on June 29, 2026, 18:39:00, in reply to "Germans had to be thinking they had them where they wanted them when it went to PKs*"

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How often does a pro sky one 10 yards high like that in that scenario? *

Posted by illini User icon on June 29, 2026, 18:30:28, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Obviously in negotiations for a move to Arsenal *

Posted by ATL User icon on June 29, 2026, 18:31:04, in reply to "How often does a pro sky one 10 yards high like that in that scenario? *"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Insane shit. Brutal loss.*

Posted by Toonces User icon on June 29, 2026, 18:30:14, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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I’m ugly.

You’re going to have some angry Germans. You don’t want angry Germans. *

Posted by VIV User icon on June 29, 2026, 18:29:33, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Cinderella story*

Posted by timmer User icon on June 29, 2026, 18:29:21, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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(for rent)

Fake rally by Germans *

Posted by Potomac User icon on June 29, 2026, 18:29:16, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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What a match. Congrats to Paraguay. *

Posted by harb User icon on June 29, 2026, 18:29:16, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

Should I not read too much into the fact that the US pounded this team 4-1?*

Posted by Sounder User icon on June 29, 2026, 18:29:13, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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you should feel good we had a great game plan against them

Posted by assassin User icon on June 29, 2026, 18:33:24, in reply to "Should I not read too much into the fact that the US pounded this team 4-1?*"

and the offensive horses to pull it off. they're annoying little buggers

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

You should not*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on June 29, 2026, 18:31:58, in reply to "Should I not read too much into the fact that the US pounded this team 4-1?*"

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the Baggio!*

Posted by Sammich User icon on June 29, 2026, 18:28:53, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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What we've become is contrary to what we want
Take a bow

The pressure is absolutely crushing these guys*

Posted by UIHuskie User icon on June 29, 2026, 18:28:28, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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OHHHHH NOOOOOOO lol*

Posted by VIV User icon on June 29, 2026, 18:28:13, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

What an epic choke job. Holy.*

Posted by voiceofreason User icon on June 29, 2026, 18:28:11, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Wow. Epic choking *

Posted by OWWDig User icon on June 29, 2026, 18:27:42, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Wow. This is crazy. *

Posted by harb User icon on June 29, 2026, 18:27:42, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

This is the greatest sport in the world*

Posted by Sounder User icon on June 29, 2026, 18:27:30, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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AY DIOS MIO*

Posted by assassin User icon on June 29, 2026, 18:27:20, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

OH MY WORD*

Posted by VIV User icon on June 29, 2026, 18:27:17, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Dude, cmon. Put it on goal at least.*

Posted by voiceofreason User icon on June 29, 2026, 18:26:28, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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That wasn't even close*

Posted by UIHuskie User icon on June 29, 2026, 18:25:35, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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DER BONK*

Posted by VIV User icon on June 29, 2026, 18:24:36, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

These Paraguay penalties are straight up disrespectful of Neuer*

Posted by VIV User icon on June 29, 2026, 18:23:58, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

60 million down the drain*

Posted by CoronaTheirAss User icon on June 29, 2026, 18:19:36, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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that was poor*

Posted by Poldark User icon on June 29, 2026, 18:19:14, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Social Misfit who wants to coach Illinois women's basketball.

"The only thing the DSA hates more than Republicans is Democrats."

Londoner was right all along. *

Posted by VIV User icon on June 29, 2026, 18:19:50, in reply to "that was poor*"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Todd Boehly represent!*

Posted by Poldark User icon on June 29, 2026, 18:22:22, in reply to "Londoner was right all along. *"

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Social Misfit who wants to coach Illinois women's basketball.

"The only thing the DSA hates more than Republicans is Democrats."

Someone edited Gill’s wiki page to 3m height; since reverted*

Posted by Potomac User icon on June 29, 2026, 18:15:37, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Nasty tackle from Musiala*

Posted by VIV User icon on June 29, 2026, 18:06:23, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

And the retaliation*

Posted by OWWDig User icon on June 29, 2026, 18:08:20, in reply to "Nasty tackle from Musiala*"

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How about the hit to the nuts?*

Posted by timmer User icon on June 29, 2026, 17:50:05, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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(for rent)

In the plums!*

Posted by VIV User icon on June 29, 2026, 17:53:30, in reply to "How about the hit to the nuts?*"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Don’t like the call. That was a sick header*

Posted by Mrap24 User icon on June 29, 2026, 17:49:55, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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And it ruined my perfectly good 90s one hit wonder reference. *

Posted by VIV User icon on June 29, 2026, 17:54:28, in reply to "Don’t like the call. That was a sick header*"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Thank god, need more of this to prevent meat wall from taking over the world*

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on June 29, 2026, 17:49:26, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Also all of Germany’s corners and free kicks are pick plays. Happened in the US game*

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on June 29, 2026, 17:50:54, in reply to "Thank god, need more of this to prevent meat wall from taking over the world*"

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Not a foul*

Posted by ISeeDeadHawkeyes User icon on June 29, 2026, 17:47:58, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Yes it is*

Posted by ibdoc User icon on June 29, 2026, 17:49:01, in reply to "Not a foul*"

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guess you're not world cup quality. *

Posted by assassin User icon on June 29, 2026, 17:48:56, in reply to "Not a foul*"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

I could have told you that weeks ago *

Posted by ISeeDeadHawkeyes User icon on June 29, 2026, 17:50:01, in reply to "guess you're not world cup quality. * "

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Thats soft*

Posted by ISeeDeadHawkeyes User icon on June 29, 2026, 17:48:55, in reply to "Not a foul*"

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2 hands on the keeper with the ball in the air. It’s a foul. *

Posted by VIV User icon on June 29, 2026, 17:48:46, in reply to "Not a foul*"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Keeper initiated contact. No push, but obstruction*

Posted by Potomac User icon on June 29, 2026, 17:50:00, in reply to "2 hands on the keeper with the ball in the air. It’s a foul. *"

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Attacker takes a step towards the keeper, keeper is going out for the ball

Posted by VIV User icon on June 29, 2026, 17:52:25, in reply to "Keeper initiated contact. No push, but obstruction*"

Attacker puts two hands on him while the ball is in the air.

Foul.

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Anton did not use his hands; the call was obstruction *

Posted by Potomac User icon on June 29, 2026, 17:55:00, in reply to "Attacker takes a step towards the keeper, keeper is going out for the ball"

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Attacker puts two hands on him while the ball is in the air.

Foul.

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LOLOLOL

Posted by VIV User icon on June 29, 2026, 18:01:29, in reply to "Anton did not use his hands; the call was obstruction *"

You were saying?

"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

It was an easy call. Keeper likely gets to the ball if not pushed to the ground. *

Posted by harb User icon on June 29, 2026, 21:39:06, in reply to "LOLOLOL"

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You were saying?

[Assassin] Harb is the epitome of a Goldfish Troll.
[Opey] Assholes gonna asshole
[tiki] #### all the way off with that, you bloodthirsty hilljack.

didn't need to initiate contact like that*

Posted by assassin User icon on June 29, 2026, 17:49:49, in reply to "2 hands on the keeper with the ball in the air. It’s a foul. *"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Fair enough *

Posted by ISeeDeadHawkeyes User icon on June 29, 2026, 17:49:32, in reply to "2 hands on the keeper with the ball in the air. It’s a foul. *"

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Not so fast!*

Posted by ibdoc User icon on June 29, 2026, 17:47:58, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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That was pretty sick.*

Posted by Toonces User icon on June 29, 2026, 17:46:52, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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I’m ugly.

Geggy Tah! All I want to do is thank you for scoring*

Posted by VIV User icon on June 29, 2026, 17:46:48, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

BUT WAIT*

Posted by VIV User icon on June 29, 2026, 17:47:44, in reply to "Geggy Tah! All I want to do is thank you for scoring*"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Old man Neuer not ideal in a shoot out*

Posted by Potomac User icon on June 29, 2026, 17:37:46, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Seems like we had more team speed than Germany v Paraguay*

Posted by Potomac User icon on June 29, 2026, 17:36:14, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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anyone else hoping for a draw?*

Posted by bbonb User icon on June 29, 2026, 17:27:46, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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you already made this joke yesterday. boring. *

Posted by assassin User icon on June 29, 2026, 17:32:08, in reply to "anyone else hoping for a draw?*"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

I don’t think that was me*

Posted by bbonb User icon on June 29, 2026, 17:56:14, in reply to "you already made this joke yesterday. boring. * "

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60 million down the drain

Posted by VIV User icon on June 29, 2026, 16:48:19, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

Kai Havertz scores again.

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

A lot of former Leverkusen players in the Germany team. Sigh.*

Posted by ATL User icon on June 29, 2026, 16:49:20, in reply to "60 million down the drain"

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Kai Havertz scores again.

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

A lot of current Arsenal players scoring important goals today*

Posted by VIV User icon on June 29, 2026, 16:57:59, in reply to "A lot of former Leverkusen players in the Germany team. Sigh.*"

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Kai Havertz scores again.

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Is the Motherland going to lose?*

Posted by Warrin'_Illini $<iframe src='https://mb.boardhost.com/TheDeuce/info/user=Warrin\'_Illini' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;' tabindex=0>$ on June 29, 2026, 16:23:51, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

They have gone full guay.*

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard User icon on June 29, 2026, 16:17:59, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

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German ball-watching on D*

Posted by Potomac User icon on June 29, 2026, 16:13:56, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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neuer nailed to his spot*

Posted by VIV User icon on June 29, 2026, 16:13:25, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

absolute perfect header though*

Posted by assassin User icon on June 29, 2026, 16:14:24, in reply to "neuer nailed to his spot*"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

bold choice to leave him unmarked*

Posted by VIV User icon on June 29, 2026, 16:17:35, in reply to "absolute perfect header though* "

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Germany shouldn't be doing that anymore*

Posted by RVA User icon on June 29, 2026, 17:12:41, in reply to "bold choice to leave him unmarked*"

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Ach du lieber!!!*

Posted by ATL User icon on June 29, 2026, 16:12:55, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

hm, not dull no more*

Posted by assassin User icon on June 29, 2026, 16:12:35, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

man, i hate watching paraguay play*

Posted by VIV User icon on June 29, 2026, 16:01:44, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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"the alchemy of the tartar sauce and cheese with the fish combined with the buttery steamed bun is so good." - Sounder re: a Filet O Fish

Rather dull game*

Posted by Potomac User icon on June 29, 2026, 16:06:25, in reply to "man, i hate watching paraguay play*"

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And the US scored 4 on these mugs*

Posted by ATL User icon on June 29, 2026, 16:04:28, in reply to "man, i hate watching paraguay play*"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Ian Crocker looks like he's about to have heat stroke*

Posted by ATL User icon on June 29, 2026, 14:44:29, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

he also loves yelling WIRTZ*

Posted by assassin User icon on June 29, 2026, 15:46:08, in reply to "Ian Crocker looks like he's about to have heat stroke*"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

It's supposed to get to 104 in Philly on July 4th*

Posted by Sounder User icon on June 29, 2026, 14:49:49, in reply to "Ian Crocker looks like he's about to have heat stroke*"

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Philly fans will still boo the hydration break*

Posted by assassin User icon on June 29, 2026, 15:29:24, in reply to "It's supposed to get to 104 in Philly on July 4th*"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

ref knows he's got a whistle, right?*

Posted by Sammich User icon on June 29, 2026, 14:01:35, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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What we've become is contrary to what we want
Take a bow

Wow.*

Posted by ATL User icon on June 29, 2026, 13:58:18, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

LOL at having Dr. Joe on to explain that*

Posted by ATL User icon on June 29, 2026, 14:00:46, in reply to "Wow.*"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Weird explanation too*

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on June 29, 2026, 14:03:25, in reply to "LOL at having Dr. Joe on to explain that*"

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That is the sound of inevitability*

Posted by Sammich User icon on June 29, 2026, 13:57:58, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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What we've become is contrary to what we want
Take a bow

Japan needs to get to the hydration break*

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on June 29, 2026, 13:21:53, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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How the hell did that ball stay out?*

Posted by ATL User icon on June 29, 2026, 13:17:05, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

keeper caught a piece and altered the trajectory toward the post*

Posted by Sammich User icon on June 29, 2026, 13:21:08, in reply to "How the hell did that ball stay out?*"

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What we've become is contrary to what we want
Take a bow

Japan seems perfectly comfortable giving Brazil opportunities to cross the ball.

Posted by Carl Spackler User icon on June 29, 2026, 12:55:34, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

And Brazil seems perfectly comfortable not taking that option and instead passing it around to nowhere.

Can’t believe I’m saying this, but I think Brazil could really use a Richarlison right now.

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knockout games are a type of relegation battle and relegation ritchie is awesome*

Posted by ATL User icon on June 29, 2026, 12:58:09, in reply to "Japan seems perfectly comfortable giving Brazil opportunities to cross the ball."

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

I say damn*

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on June 29, 2026, 12:30:27, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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NIHON*

Posted by assassin User icon on June 29, 2026, 12:30:15, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

That was great!*

Posted by ATL User icon on June 29, 2026, 12:30:29, in reply to "NIHON* "

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

inch perfect*

Posted by assassin User icon on June 29, 2026, 12:31:00, in reply to "That was great!*"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

I know I’m alone but I really think Japan has a chance to win this*

Posted by BradUnderwoodforprez User icon on June 29, 2026, 12:01:16, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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they're really good. definitely have a chance*

Posted by assassin User icon on June 29, 2026, 12:12:13, in reply to "I know I’m alone but I really think Japan has a chance to win this*"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Brazil feels like the opposite of the whole is greater than the sum of the parts*

Posted by Sounder User icon on June 29, 2026, 12:23:33, in reply to "they're really good. definitely have a chance* "

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Brazil feels like a flamout is inevitable

Posted by Sounder User icon on June 29, 2026, 12:06:01, in reply to "I know I’m alone but I really think Japan has a chance to win this*"

but I don't see it happening today.

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Canada is really gonna need to step it up next round.

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard User icon on June 28, 2026, 16:24:22, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

Pretty meh performance especially in the final third.

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Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

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This sucks. Fuck Canada*

Posted by opossum jenkins User icon on June 28, 2026, 15:57:15, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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You know what, FUCK YOU!*

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You cannot lose games in the NFL and still win.

so when does S. Africa play next?*

Posted by bbonb User icon on June 28, 2026, 16:00:23, in reply to "This sucks. Fuck Canada*"

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October. *

Posted by assassin User icon on June 28, 2026, 16:00:46, in reply to "so when does S. Africa play next?*"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

I would love to know if there have been more stoppage times goals at this World Cup

Posted by Blazer User icon on June 28, 2026, 15:56:14, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

than ever before.

Obviously, larger field and more games, so not an apples to apples, but it certainly feels like there have been way more consequential stoppage time goals.

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Also larger stoppage times for the breaks.*

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard User icon on June 28, 2026, 15:57:41, in reply to "I would love to know if there have been more stoppage times goals at this World Cup"

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than ever before.

Obviously, larger field and more games, so not an apples to apples, but it certainly feels like there have been way more consequential stoppage time goals.

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Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

“Surf is just a national treasure.” — Jackie

Speeding up substitutions and the one-minute sit-outs have helped get time back*

Posted by Potomac User icon on June 28, 2026, 16:08:41, in reply to "Also larger stoppage times for the breaks.*"

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than ever before.

Obviously, larger field and more games, so not an apples to apples, but it certainly feels like there have been way more consequential stoppage time goals.

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but I feel like they haven't been longer - yes, they have the 3 min minimums for the breaks

Posted by ATL User icon on June 28, 2026, 16:02:32, in reply to "Also larger stoppage times for the breaks.*"

but we're not seeing 9 and 10 minute stoppage times like we were at the last world cup.

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than ever before.

Obviously, larger field and more games, so not an apples to apples, but it certainly feels like there have been way more consequential stoppage time goals.

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“We are old and tired and just want to be taken care of.” - Republican voter, Dec. 2024.

Oh wow*

Posted by illini21 User icon on June 28, 2026, 15:53:06, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Purrrrrrrrrre. *

Posted by assassin User icon on June 28, 2026, 15:53:42, in reply to "Oh wow*"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Snowflakes*

Posted by timmer User icon on June 28, 2026, 14:47:44, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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(for rent)

Unrelated to the WC but the Fire are signing Lewandowski*

Posted by UIHuskie User icon on June 28, 2026, 14:29:38, in reply to "2026 World Cup Thread: Round of 32"

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Glad they were able to keep him from the Saudis. *

Posted by assassin User icon on June 28, 2026, 14:34:22, in reply to "Unrelated to the WC but the Fire are signing Lewandowski*"

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Brandon Schrock of Laredo, Texas, told the federal government that his employer was “poop,” and his occupation was “pooper.”

Marketing in Chicago will be huge.*

Posted by SurfTheBoneyard User icon on June 28, 2026, 15:05:56, in reply to "Glad they were able to keep him from the Saudis. *"

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Sky Marshal of the Luftwaffle

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