Do you really think I would miss writing about the World Cup? :D
No, my friends, this can't be. I have to say that I am a bit disappointed because I missed some opportunities to join some challenges :(
Anyway, yesterday the longed sports event of this year has begun.
And of course, the host has the privilege to play the first game.
Russia against Saudi Arabia.
Ok, it was clear that Russia would win.
But in that height? It's not so surprising when we think about how some matches went for Saudi Arabia in the past world cups.
Let me say it that way: In my opinion, they don't have the level of being a real competitor in that world cup.
For the Russian Team a motivating start, but please let us be humble. Don't expect too much.
It was the first game, it was against again Saudi Arabia, and the way is still so long. No offend guys.
But all in all an excellent start for the viewers. We know that the world cup is not anymore just a sports events meanwhile it's more than that, and this is absolutely fine. A time where people come together to support their country and have some detailed sports discussions.^^^
I see already how some of you meet to watch some games with friends. Eating snacks and drinking some beers ;)
My training already started and I have to prepare myself for the next season.
This evening will be an excellent game. Portugal against Spain.
We will the first act of major players. I am so excited. I will try to keep you updated with my thoughts. But I can't promise anything because I have myself work to do.
Is there something you want to know? Do you have something specific about the world cup? Let me know in the comments.
From the result of yesterday between Russia and Saudi Arabia it clearly shows that the Saudis are just there to make up the 32 teams and I don't see them winning any match in that group. I still believe Egypt and Uruguay will qualify from that group .
The Russian might have won 5 nil but I still don't see them defeating either Egypt or Uruguay
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My friend after reading your comment I had to laugh loud 😂
There are just there to make up the 32 teams :D
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Good game by Russia but I can't see them winning against Uruguay and Egypt. Who do you think will win? I hope Brazil even though I'm aussie LMAO. Also I'm learning German any tips?
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You mean who will be the world champion?
Puhhh, that's a tough question. I think Germany is a favorite as the current world champion but Brazil is this time not bad same as France.
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Yeah I hope Portugal now after seeing Ronaldo's form he deserves a World Cup win
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The Russians liked that adversary very well, as Saudi Arabia is always one of the teams that end up eliminated in the first rounds without being able to do much in the competition. Neither the Russians, is a weak team with certain figures with European experience but to be stars, something far.
Over there I read a documentary where I said that the Russians had never been exported from talented players when it came to football and it is true.
We are all waiting for Portugal-Spain! Yes sir!
Which one do you go to in this match? And because?
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I think Spain will make it.
Mostly because of their philosophy of play. To beat Spain will be difficult. Portugal have to wait or hope that they will make some mistakes, Spain will have much more ball possession as usual and with that dominance make their goals
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Was surprised that you have not talked about the world cup , happy now because you have done what I expected .
What do you think about Spain sacking there coach two day before their first match .will it contribute to their success in this world cup or will it retard them.
Happy seeing this ,the genius in football .
For me that opening match is just a bonus to support Russians .they didn't play anything .
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This is crazy! I think for that action there must be a great reason for that. Of course, can this affect the whole tournament in a bad way. On the other hand, I think they are professional enough to handle it.
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@modernpastor Spain vs Portugal that is the kind of match that should be played in world cup.
C Ronaldo created another history today .looking forward to Messi tomorrow to see the stuff he is made of too.
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Wait for my post tomorrow bro ;)
Ronaldo is...
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Hahaha. Yesterday it seemed strange to me that you did not write anything about football.. Everyone was watching the first game. I could not see it. I listened a bit on the radio because I was driving and it is not the same as seeing what is happening hahaha. Let's see how Spain is doing today ... they took a player out a day before the World Cup began. We have to see if that affects your performance ...
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Haha, :D no no, I am also watching the world cup and sharing my thoughts about that :)
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Before the game, it would have been possible that Russia would take the win but I guess that nobody would have expected this score line!
Yep, you are right. I don't see Russia going through to the next round!
Egypt will probably let Salah rest again Uruguay because they will need to win against Russia and Saudi Arabia!
For tonight I don't see Spain winning! Always a fierce battle between the two and the sacking of the coach 2 days before the game will not have helped Spain during the build up to the game!
No transfer issues for you personal?
Cheers,
Peter
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You think Portugal will win today?
Yes, maybe. As the current european champion they should have the confidence. But Wolrd Cup is a level higher.
I think Spain will make it. We will see :)
No, there are no issues. My way continues in Salzburg.
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Indeed time will tell!
I hope on a hard but fair game! Really like how the Portugese play with lots of grinta! When Belgium does not qualify for a big tournament and Portugal does, I am always supporting for them!
Will folow you closely next season. Now I do have a favorite in Austria 😁
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Hey Ray... so we have a 5-0 but what is it worth...
A not really good Russian team defeats a not really good team from Saudia-Arabia. So in my 2 cents it says NOTHING... we need to pick the Uru´s lets take a look for the game of them against the Saudis then or against Russia... in my Opinion the Uru´s are the Winning team of this group, but... yay there is my BUT, i think this 5-0 is worth the Russian folks a lot...If you seen the Opening the People in the Stadium where ahm very quiet... and it start to get feelings not with Robbie Williams it get start in Minute 12 when they made the first Goal.... It raise up with every Goal they made, this 5-0 is a magical Power Up for the Russian Crowd.. not for the team ;)
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I have nothing more to add.
First, the Russian fans were quite after the game the got fire. I am curious to see if we will see some surprises in the group stage.
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"host has the privilege to play the first game" - It wasn't always like this, earlier in the years the first game was determined by lottery.
Russia now has a problem, they feel comfortable with 3 points already in the bag, but the reality is that every team in their group has those 3 points, Saudi Arabia just doesn't have football enough to beat any of those teams. In my opinion, Uruguay and Egypt are in the best spot to go through, and I´m saying this after the result: Egypt 0-1 Uruguay. Egypt without Salah and I liked what they were showing...
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Yes, there you're right but I find it in that way better. This helps the atmosphere from the very first day of the competition. If they would feel comfortable now than they are living beyond reality. This is the World Cup. Major Teams are present and its tough enough to reach the knockout stage and then to survive there borders on a miracle.
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It was very important for Russia to win, even better 5-0, because they passed hard times lately in terms of national team.
Btw, who are you rooting for later? Portugal or Spain?
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Definitely Spain :)
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The starting game of the world cup was like a nightmare to Saudi Arabia 5:0 that was much to start a game . Russia is not on their form to score that kind of goals .the match has no passion because the host took over everything ,but the position went to Saudi Arabia.
Let Russia not jubilate yet because they still have Uruguay and Egypt to play against and that two countries might surprise them.
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Exactly my friend. That's right^^Lets wait and see the following matches^^
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I love the feisty Russian play, but Germany is my favorite. Don't follow football much anymore, and I'm not sure about German's preparedness, but will definitely enjoy this WC, with an opening like this! :)
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This time it will hard for the German national team, but of course as the current world champion a favorite.
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Russia won with 5 goals to nill because of the quality of their opponents , I don't think that they can any other team in that club easily.
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Never. Maybe they will surprise us but I don't think ;)
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This is indeed a very fun event that is a big contributor to the social well being of people in this world.
I as well missed to engage my self in some world cup contest such as the one organised by @acidyo and @nomadsoul through @blocktrades. That was specifically for the group stage matches but there will be another contest at the knockout stage.
Russia indeed has along way to go. Its just the beginning.
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Thanks for that information. Than I will definitely join ^^
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Ich habe mich gestern Abend aufgrund meiner russischen Wurzeln doppelt gefreut, auch wenn ich weiß dass man da nicht zu viel erwarten sollte. Mein erster Eindruck war, dass der Altersdurchschnitt des Teams doch erschreckend hoch ist. Ich bin da nicht wirklich informiert, aber hoffe doch, dass in Zukunft mehr in die Nachwuchsarbeit gesteckt wird.
Aber ein sauberer Einstand. :-)
Freue mich auch schon auf das Spiel heute Abend im Cafe mit Freunden.
Portugal vs. Spanien verspricht ja schonmal einiges.
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Russische Wurzeln hast du? :D
Dessen war ich mir nicht bewusst.
Die Lokale werden sich in dieser Zeit freuen 😁
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@ modernpastor, how can u describe that man called CR7?.....infact that man is phenomenum....he really made my day.....i just hope and pray 9ja will make up proud tomorrow....
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So a steady start for the World Cup, hopefully it will progress peacefully as well. Do you have any tips for the winner yet? Or are you holding out to see who get's through the first rounds?
#thealliance #witness
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So a steady start for the World Cup, hopefully it will progress peacefully as well. Do you have any tips for the winner yet? Or are you holding out to see who get's through the first rounds?
#thealliance #witness
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Fantastic start to the mega event that we all were waiting for excellent games happening :D
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