Topic: The Quadrennial Global Round-Ball Extravaganza (Read 45167 times)

Jimor · « **Reply #300 on:** 29 Jun 2010, 15:04 »

Ronal-D'OH!

Dazed · « **Reply #301 on:** 29 Jun 2010, 22:03 »

Guys there is more at stake here than some simple nationalism and sport.

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2010/06/29/larissa-riquelme-lingerie_n_629975.html#s108048

I'm going to have to withdraw my support for Germany, and throw it staunchly behind Paraguay.

Jimor · « **Reply #302 on:** 29 Jun 2010, 22:10 »

Where can I get an iPhone holster like that is what I want to know.

Alex C · « **Reply #303 on:** 29 Jun 2010, 23:13 »

A plastic surgeon could hook you up, provided you're talking about the bolted on boobs and not a girl.

Jimmy the Squid · « **Reply #304 on:** 30 Jun 2010, 00:27 »

Jesus woman just buy clothes with pockets.

Spluff · « **Reply #305 on:** 30 Jun 2010, 00:50 »

let's not be drastic here

Barmymoo · « **Reply #306 on:** 30 Jun 2010, 02:57 »

That is a pretty common solution; it's what I did with my phone during the last Ball I went to.

scarred · « **Reply #307 on:** 30 Jun 2010, 16:27 »

Quote from: Jimmy the Squid on 30 Jun 2010, 00:27

Jesus woman just buy clothes with pockets.

everything about this post is just so horribly wrong

Jimmy the Squid · « **Reply #308 on:** 30 Jun 2010, 20:38 »

Excuse me for wanting to ogle her breasts without looking at product placement.

Also it is just one of the things that annoy me about ladies fashion because I get sick of hearing my girlfriend complaining about having to put things in her bra because her jeans only have fake pockets.

scarred · « **Reply #309 on:** 30 Jun 2010, 21:27 »

that is a legit point actually.

dear girls' jeans: stop being stupid; love everyone. even the girls that wear you.

David_Dovey · « **Reply #310 on:** 01 Jul 2010, 01:31 »

Actually advanced science has produced something to solve all of these problems

amok · « **Reply #311 on:** 01 Jul 2010, 10:21 »

It'll never catch on.

scarred · « **Reply #312 on:** 01 Jul 2010, 12:05 »

carrying things is so 2004

Patrick · « **Reply #313 on:** 01 Jul 2010, 15:04 »

Or, you know, just get Levi's 510s. They are fairly unisex. By that I mean I've seen women wearing them and they look just fine. And I know they have pockets, because I am wearing a pair right now. I have a wallet, three pens, a lighter, my passport, and a pack of cigarettes sitting in my pockets.

beat mouse · « **Reply #314 on:** 01 Jul 2010, 15:11 »

Fashion <---phoneboobs--------------------------non-flattering pocketed garments--> function

There is no compromise, only an endless struggle between aesthetics and sensibility.

Metope · « **Reply #315 on:** 01 Jul 2010, 15:13 »

I like Dovey's revolutionary idea better than pockets. I also like that the world cup thread somehow turned into another fashion thread, you guys rock.

Patrick · « **Reply #316 on:** 01 Jul 2010, 15:30 »

Quote from: beat mouse on 01 Jul 2010, 15:11

Fashion <---phoneboobs--------------------------non-flattering pocketed garments--> function

There is no compromise, only an endless struggle between aesthetics and sensibility.

What, you think Levi's 510s are unflattering on womenfolk?

You and I are looking at different womenfolk I think

beat mouse · « **Reply #317 on:** 01 Jul 2010, 15:58 »

pscht, women's clothing is like buying a cover to put over your TV. :rolleyes:

StaedlerMars · « **Reply #318 on:** 02 Jul 2010, 08:12 »

hup holland!

Inlander · « **Reply #319 on:** 02 Jul 2010, 08:33 »

The Netherlands have been building quietly through this World Cup, they haven't really been too impressive but they've managed to be consistent, and now they're about fifteen minutes away from knocking out Brazil, who've just had a player sent off. We don't normally see Brazil under pressure like this - turns out they crumble pretty quickly, perhaps because they're not used to it and they don't know how to handle it. I wouldn't be surprised if they finish this game with only nine players on the field, though the Netherlands have to be careful not to get drawn into anything nasty.

Inlander · « **Reply #320 on:** 02 Jul 2010, 08:40 »

Brazil looked to have got over the shock of going behind now, and it looks like the last ten minutes could be pretty full-on for the Dutch. Mind you, the Brazilian defence still looks a little shaky.

Inlander · « **Reply #321 on:** 02 Jul 2010, 08:52 »

THE NETHERLANDS HAVE WON!!

Amazing. They had a couple of great chances in the last ten minutes to score a third goal, only to be denied by superb last-ditch tackles - but by then it was too late for Brazil to be defending well, because their defence had already let them down twice for two goals. The Netherlands have a couple of players who'll be suspended for the next match, and van Persie really needs to start just shooting at goal when he gets the ball instead of dithering over it (and he really needs to stop taking free kicks), but they'll have huge confidence and self-belief after this, and that can carry a team a long way. As for their performance in this game, I really liked the way they kept chasing after a third goal instead of just trying to defend their lead. Ballsy stuff.

StaedlerMars · « **Reply #322 on:** 02 Jul 2010, 08:59 »

Yessss!

I was shocked to see Brazil crumble that badly once they weren't winning anymore. It felt like they were getting pretty riled up, and as a result lost control of the game for half an hour. By the time they recovered the Netherlands were just killing time.

I feel like Netherlands could have widened that gap a couple of times, but that they didn't really put enough effort into doing that.

Might turn out to still be a European final? I hope not, but I don't see much chance of either Ghana or Uruguay defeating one of the teams that has proven itself consistently good throughout this world cup, even if they will be down a couple of players.

Anyways, Argentina v. Germany tomorrow should be good.

Inlander · « **Reply #323 on:** 02 Jul 2010, 09:08 »

Yeah, it was really amazing to see Brazil act like a third-tier team when things started going against them. Melo's stomp on Robben (I think?) to get sent off was extraordinary. Sense of entitlement, perhaps?

I'd really like to see Ghana keep going because I love watching African teams play, but I feel they've reached their level. Uruguay have been building quietly in the shadow of the bigger teams, much like the Netherlands, and they could go a long way. They've got World Cup pedigree - albeit a long, long time ago - and I doubt they'll fear any of the other teams. I'm still leaning towards either Argentina or Germany to win the tournament, though - and I'd be happy with either, as both teams have been playing with a real sense of joy and enthusiasm.

What's the other game? Paraguay and Spain? That seems like a pretty obvious result. Spain are another team that's building to a crescendo, I think. It seems like at this stage of the tournament we've got a lot of teams who've been pacing themselves nicely, and it all seems pretty even, and given that so many of the usual suspects are absent (Italy, France, now Brazil), for the neutrals such as myself this looks like being the best end-phase of a World Cup in ages.

E. Spaceman · « **Reply #324 on:** 02 Jul 2010, 09:18 »

Man, I have to wonder if the Dutch simply did not cover "what do you do when you slipped through the defense" in their trainings. They had some incredible chances to score with which they did literally nothing; specially towards the very end when i think 3 strikers were basically alone in front of the keeper and... they passed and lost the ball?

Patrick · « **Reply #325 on:** 02 Jul 2010, 13:51 »

I heard the shortest dude on the team got a header into the net

A+ for the Brazilian defense!

the_pied_piper · « **Reply #326 on:** 02 Jul 2010, 14:03 »

What a game the Uruguay v Ghana tie has been. Starting off slow and then exploding into action, a missed penalty right at the end of extra time. Now onto a penalty shootout.

est · « **Reply #327 on:** 02 Jul 2010, 22:27 »

As much as I hate to say it, Van Persie was the weakest link in the Dutch attack. I was constantly surprised by his lack of quality in the Brazil-Netherlands game last night, and I think that if Huntelaar was on instead of him the result could easily have been 3-1 or higher what with the number of duffed chances he had.

Inlander · « **Reply #328 on:** 02 Jul 2010, 22:33 »

Also, the Netherlands have easily the ugliest fonts for the numbers on their shirts of all the teams at this World Cup.

This is important in deciding which team to support.

TheFuriousWombat · « **Reply #329 on:** 03 Jul 2010, 07:58 »

Argentina needs to calm the fuck down. I mean, I'm rooting for Germany (the team which I called as the winner of the Cup from round one and haven't wavered in that belief yet) in this game but even I'm finding it annoying to see how sloppily and emotional the Argentines are playing.

David_Dovey · « **Reply #330 on:** 03 Jul 2010, 08:20 »

The Argentines? Emotional?

Nooooooo

Inlander · « **Reply #331 on:** 03 Jul 2010, 08:30 »

I don't think there's any question that this has not been the great game we were all hoping for. Obviously Argentina having to chase the game from such an early stage had a huge impact on the tenor of the game, but I've been surprised by how comprehensively Germany have outplayed them. Argentina have basically had Tevez and Messi in this game and then just nine other guys. Germany, on the other hand, have any number of standout players.

TheFuriousWombat · « **Reply #332 on:** 03 Jul 2010, 08:44 »

I'm not surprised at all by Germany this game. From the very start of the Cup they've been one of the most efficient, well rounded teams. They move the ball the best for sure and have utilized pretty much the whole team consistently throughout. As such, today's game just seems to be a continuation of that trend. That being said, I agree that this game has been a little dull, especially in the last third or so. I was hoping for more of a "Godzilla vs. King Kong" kinda feel to it but instead got "Godzilla vs. The Sea Monster," a good but not nearly as compelling battle with the winner rather predictable almost from the very beginning.

Inlander · « **Reply #333 on:** 03 Jul 2010, 08:48 »

Yeah, other teams (most conspicuously the Netherlands) have been building steadily throughout the tournament in the traditional way, but Germany have gone the other route of just cruising at a consistently high level right from the start. If we ignore the aberration against Serbia, they've basically looked untouchable and they haven't ever even looked like they're under pressure. For the record, they've now scored four goals in three games at this World Cup. All that, and they're great to watch, too! I for one would be more than happy for them to win the tournament - they certainly deserve to based on their performances so far.

StaedlerMars · « **Reply #334 on:** 03 Jul 2010, 08:51 »

Definitely. Of all the teams that I've watched play, Germany deserves the title.

Ptommydski · « **Reply #335 on:** 03 Jul 2010, 09:28 »

Quote from: Inlander on 03 Jul 2010, 08:30

I don't think there's any question that this has not been the great game we were all hoping for.

I think it was another impeccable display of ruthless efficiency by the Germans. Their best game yet. Against England their defence was unconvincing but today the whole team compacted and then launched as one solid unit. I expected them to score goals but I assumed Argentina would too. As it happened, the South Americans were scarcely given a chance to shine. If you watch the goals they scored against Australia, England and now Argentina look at the relative simplicity of their attacking play. Pass, move, pass, move. Create space and hold the ball while waiting for overlapping players to become available. They play to feet practically every time and no one player seems to have any interest in keeping the ball for a moment longer than necessary. It's so effective that I genuinely believe they can frustrate and eliminate any of the remaining teams in the tournament, including Spain and Holland.

Quote from: Inlander on 03 Jul 2010, 08:30

Argentina have basically had Tevez and Messi in this game and then just nine other guys. Germany, on the other hand, have any number of standout players.

This was the crucial difference today. Argentina are a group of incredibly gifted individuals but they never looked like a team. Germany are a well-drilled unit.

Patrick · « **Reply #336 on:** 03 Jul 2010, 14:37 »

Watching Germany v. Argentina was like watching a battle between an A-10 and a schoolyard full of kids with slingshots

Yayniall · « **Reply #337 on:** 03 Jul 2010, 19:24 »

After seing the team that Maradonna had picked for the Germany game it was fairly clear that they didn't have a chance.
That 3 man midfield consisting of two wingers and Mascherano never really had a chance against Schweinsteiger, Khedira and Oezil and they took control of the game very early on.
Argentina's front three is their main focal point but without service you're going to see Messi and Tevez coming way too far back for the ball and then losing all shape, in all very tactically inept.
And on the German front I feel the Ballack injury has done wonders for the Germans as now they don't have to pander to their star man and play as more of a cohesive unit.

negative creep · « **Reply #338 on:** 03 Jul 2010, 20:07 »

Quote from: Yayniall on 03 Jul 2010, 19:24

And on the German front I feel the Ballack injury has done wonders for the Germans as now they don't have to pander to their star man and play as more of a cohesive unit.

Yes Yes Yes, best thing that could have happened. This is basically the first time in my life that I'm rooting for Germany.

TheFuriousWombat · « **Reply #339 on:** 04 Jul 2010, 09:53 »

Interested to see how Germany fares without Muller. Like I said, the whole team is really strong and plays well as a unit so I don't think it should be too much of a problem but it is a cause for concern potentially.

amok · « **Reply #340 on:** 04 Jul 2010, 12:16 »

They've got such an absurd wealth of fresh young talent at the midfield/deep attacking position, I think they'll be fine. Reckon they'll stroll the semi and he'll score the winner in the final.

Patrick · « **Reply #341 on:** 04 Jul 2010, 16:58 »

They've got Schweinsteiger

They're in the fucking clear dude

valley_parade · « **Reply #342 on:** 06 Jul 2010, 11:07 »

SCHWEIIIIIINSTEIGER!

(okay yeah I paid $100 for his jersey and now everyone's saying he's playing amazing, which uh, he is. The run on Friedrich's goal?)

amok · « **Reply #343 on:** 06 Jul 2010, 11:26 »

Pig Climber is awesome.

valley_parade · « **Reply #344 on:** 06 Jul 2010, 11:37 »

I tried translating it out once and it just came out as "Pig steiger". Climber, hmmn.

Verergoca · « **Reply #345 on:** 06 Jul 2010, 12:27 »

DAMNATION! Damn that Forlán guy!

amok · « **Reply #346 on:** 06 Jul 2010, 12:38 »

Quote from: valley_parade on 06 Jul 2010, 11:37

I tried translating it out once and it just came out as "Pig steiger". Climber, hmmn.

I've heard 'jumper' and 'climber' from other people but don't really know tbh. That's my favourite version though.

redglasscurls · « **Reply #347 on:** 06 Jul 2010, 13:10 »

Netherlands is kicking the pants right off Uruguay! 1-3 with like ten min to go

Dliessmgg · « **Reply #348 on:** 06 Jul 2010, 13:22 »

Quote from: amok on 06 Jul 2010, 12:38

Quote from: valley_parade on 06 Jul 2010, 11:37
I tried translating it out once and it just came out as "Pig steiger". Climber, hmmn.

I've heard 'jumper' and 'climber' from other people but don't really know tbh. That's my favourite version though.

More colloquial would be pig fucker.

redglasscurls · « **Reply #349 on:** 06 Jul 2010, 13:26 »

2-3 final score, S.Amer made one more in overtime. The Netherlands obviously had the stronger game, but I wish they could do it without slinging fouls left and right.

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