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I remember way back when an American Baseball team with nothing but Triple A payers was upgraded to the Major League. They were grossly outclassed by the the entire league. But the were fun to watch as they were somewhat unpredictable. One time, the center fielder snagged the ball way back (deep) in Center Field. He knew the runner was going fot home and the run. Normally, because of the distance, a fielder would throw the ball to the second baseman or the short stop (both infielders) who would the rifle it to the catcher. However, as he knew that would give the runner time to beat the throw, he instead, in a remarkable play, threw the ball straight to the catcher just in time for the catcher to tag the runner out. They still lost the game, but play had everybody on their feet. For many of the fans, that one play was worth the admission.
Of course, eventually, through experience and acquisitions, the Angels became a championship team. But that single play remains one for the books.
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JeroenLuminous beings are we, not this crude matterNetherlandsVeteran
Champions League final today, 21.00 CET at Wembley. Real Madrid v Borussia Dortmund.
@Jeroen said:
Champions League final today, 21.00 CET at Wembley. Real Madrid v Borussia Dortmund.
Can you see a surprise on the cards here or will it be Madrid as expected?
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JeroenLuminous beings are we, not this crude matterNetherlandsVeteran
Dortmund are usually very sound defensively, they might snatch it 1-0 if they can keep Madrid from scoring. It will probably be Madrid though. I’m planning to watch maybe a half hour or so.
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JeroenLuminous beings are we, not this crude matterNetherlandsVeteran
It was a close game, Dortmund had their chances in the first half. Once Madrid scored from a set piece it was only going to go one way.
Go Edmonton Oilers! Go Canada! Game 7 the last game of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Florida Panthers versus Edmonton Oilers. Puck drops soon
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JeroenLuminous beings are we, not this crude matterNetherlandsVeteran
Romania v The Netherlands in the last 16 of Euro 2024 has just kicked off. We will have to see if the Dutch shoot themselves in the foot again like they did against Austria.
Portugal vs Slovenia yesterday evening was a cliff-hanger. 0-0 at 90 minutes. In extra-time, Ronaldo missed a penalty and the Slovenes missed a "100% chance" (striker vs just the goalie). In the penalty shoot-outs, the Portuguese goalie saved three penalties in a row and secured a victory for Portugal.
JeroenLuminous beings are we, not this crude matterNetherlandsVeteran
They’re against the Swiss, so you’d think they have a good chance to go through. But you never know, Southgate is a bit of a bungler if you ask me. He should play Palmer from the start of the match. Not a great tactician that man.
The QF’s…
Spain v Germany (crunch tie, should be a good game)
Portugal v France (two good defences, likely to go to penalties)
Switzerland v England (the English should win if they can be bothered)
Netherlands v Turkey (the Dutch should win if they remember to defend)
Spain has been the best passing team at the tournament and are well built to keep possession, but other teams like Germany (Fullkrug, Musiala, Sane) have better forward lines and more goalscoring threat.
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JeroenLuminous beings are we, not this crude matterNetherlandsVeteran
I’m guessing
Germany v France
England v Netherlands
In the Semi’s, and really any of those can win. I think Germany are favourites, the Dutch are the underdogs.
JeroenLuminous beings are we, not this crude matterNetherlandsVeteran
So Spain v France tomorrow (think it will go to penalties) and England v Netherlands on Wednesday (the Dutch to spectacularly self destruct).
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JeroenLuminous beings are we, not this crude matterNetherlandsVeteran
100.000 Dutch fans have come visiting in Dortmund…
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JeroenLuminous beings are we, not this crude matterNetherlandsVeteran
@Jeroen said:
So Spain v France tomorrow (think it will go to penalties) and England v Netherlands on Wednesday (the Dutch to spectacularly self destruct).
So the Spanish won with a spectacular goal from Yamal, and the English won via a dubious penalty. I know who I’m rooting for in the final on Sunday.
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I remember way back when an American Baseball team with nothing but Triple A payers was upgraded to the Major League. They were grossly outclassed by the the entire league. But the were fun to watch as they were somewhat unpredictable. One time, the center fielder snagged the ball way back (deep) in Center Field. He knew the runner was going fot home and the run. Normally, because of the distance, a fielder would throw the ball to the second baseman or the short stop (both infielders) who would the rifle it to the catcher. However, as he knew that would give the runner time to beat the throw, he instead, in a remarkable play, threw the ball straight to the catcher just in time for the catcher to tag the runner out. They still lost the game, but play had everybody on their feet. For many of the fans, that one play was worth the admission.
Of course, eventually, through experience and acquisitions, the Angels became a championship team. But that single play remains one for the books.
Champions League final today, 21.00 CET at Wembley. Real Madrid v Borussia Dortmund.
Can you see a surprise on the cards here or will it be Madrid as expected?
Dortmund are usually very sound defensively, they might snatch it 1-0 if they can keep Madrid from scoring. It will probably be Madrid though. I’m planning to watch maybe a half hour or so.
It was a close game, Dortmund had their chances in the first half. Once Madrid scored from a set piece it was only going to go one way.
Go Edmonton Oilers! Go Canada! Game 7 the last game of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Florida Panthers versus Edmonton Oilers. Puck drops soon
Romania v The Netherlands in the last 16 of Euro 2024 has just kicked off. We will have to see if the Dutch shoot themselves in the foot again like they did against Austria.
Portugal vs Slovenia yesterday evening was a cliff-hanger. 0-0 at 90 minutes. In extra-time, Ronaldo missed a penalty and the Slovenes missed a "100% chance" (striker vs just the goalie). In the penalty shoot-outs, the Portuguese goalie saved three penalties in a row and secured a victory for Portugal.
Will England go home on the weekend?
They’re against the Swiss, so you’d think they have a good chance to go through. But you never know, Southgate is a bit of a bungler if you ask me. He should play Palmer from the start of the match. Not a great tactician that man.
The QF’s…
Spain v Germany (crunch tie, should be a good game)
Portugal v France (two good defences, likely to go to penalties)
Switzerland v England (the English should win if they can be bothered)
Netherlands v Turkey (the Dutch should win if they remember to defend)
Spain has been the best passing team at the tournament and are well built to keep possession, but other teams like Germany (Fullkrug, Musiala, Sane) have better forward lines and more goalscoring threat.
I’m guessing
Germany v France
England v Netherlands
In the Semi’s, and really any of those can win. I think Germany are favourites, the Dutch are the underdogs.
Spain vs Portugal
Switzerland vs Netherlands
Spain vs Netherlands final.
My prediction
Netherlands to win
Nathan Ake to score the winning goal.
A headed goal
So Spain v France tomorrow (think it will go to penalties) and England v Netherlands on Wednesday (the Dutch to spectacularly self destruct).
100.000 Dutch fans have come visiting in Dortmund…
So the Spanish won with a spectacular goal from Yamal, and the English won via a dubious penalty. I know who I’m rooting for in the final on Sunday.
¡Viva España!