Euro Championships 2016

[Lago]

Lukaku should score there. Buffon was on him in a flash though, great goalkeeping.
Buffon, now there's a name you just have to respect.

[Scorrie]

Boooom

That's how you take a chance. Belgium could learn from how clinical that was.

I said I fancied Italy pre tournament and I stand by it.

Still get 12-1 on Italy with paddy power!

[One Day Soon]

Boooom

That's how you take a chance. Belgium could learn from how clinical that was.

I said I fancied Italy pre tournament and I stand by it.


Glad to say I have put my money where my mouth is. That was a really stunning performance.

[twiceinathens]

Deserved Italian win. Belgium could have played all night and not scored. Lukaku anonymous. However Italy may pay layer for numerous yellow cards.

[Pretty Boy]

Glad to say I have put my money where my mouth is. That was a really stunning performance.

With 12/1 still available I'll be getting in on the act.

[Glory Lurker]

Italy's cynical fouls, that got the yellows, really annoyed me. If they'd not resorted to that, I'd be really impressed by them. Instead, I'm not! Still hopeful that France or Germany will sort them out down the line, if nobody else does first!

[Pretty Boy]

Buffon, now there's a name you just have to respect.

Best goalkeeper of a generation. Still one of the worlds best at 38.

[makaveli1875]

italy were impressive , best game so far for me .

[Smartie]

Italy's cynical fouls, that got the yellows, really annoyed me. If they'd not resorted to that, I'd be really impressed by them. Instead, I'm not! Still hopeful that France or Germany will sort them out down the line, if nobody else does first!

It's part of the game and was excellent game management.

I'd be unimpressed if an Italian side was (for whatever reason) not putting those challenges in.

[easty]

I was surprised not to see Giovinco in the Italian team, being in the MLS didn't do him any favours. Seems like a correct decision by Conte so far mind you.

Whenever I see the goals from the MLS, on Sky Sports News, the defending is almost always a shambles. Standard does not look great at all.

I'm not surprised that Conte hasn't called up someone playing over there.

[Jim44]

Very unimpressed with Belgium. Lukaku reminded me of Nade tonight.

[BroxburnHibee]

Perfect example of a great team rather than a great bunch of individuals.

Well deserved win from the Italians.

[ronaldo7]

Great game, but some of the "professional fouls" by the Italians will come back to haunt them.

France, Italy, Germany, and England so far playing the best football. Results get you prizes though.

[ronaldo7]

Glad to say I have put my money where my mouth is. That was a really stunning performance.

You've not got that much cash to fill that gob.:wink:

[One Day Soon]

It's part of the game and was excellent game management.

I'd be unimpressed if an Italian side was (for whatever reason) not putting those challenges in.

I really was strongly reminded of the '82 Italian side there. Play as a unit, hard as nails in defence and venomous when they strike forward.

[ehf]

Very unimpressed with Belgium. Lukaku reminded me of Nade tonight.

Lukaku looked like a poor man's James Collins tonight; touch of an inebriated elephant.

[One Day Soon]

You've not got that much cash to fill that gob.:wink:


Touchy. Everything really is awesome. :greengrin

[Glory Lurker]

It's part of the game and was excellent game management.

I'd be unimpressed if an Italian side was (for whatever reason) not putting those challenges in.

It's a divisive one. I'm just one of those softies that doesn't like cheating. :greengrin

[Lago]

Best goalkeeper of a generation. Still one of the worlds best at 38.
Spot on:agree:

[essexhibee]

Best game so far and glad that the tournament was finally about the football! Until Thursday at least....

[renato]

Pleasantly surprised but I really should know better - always, always, always dig out a performance when the chips are down or the world's against us.

That game should have finished 2-5 though, the chances...

Delighted I got 18-1 each way then 16-1 to win outright, must have a good chance now as there really isn't much between the teams this year.

[(((Fergus)))]

There must be an argument for that Eder being sent off there IMO.


It's part of the game and was excellent game management.

I'd be unimpressed if an Italian side was (for whatever reason) not putting those challenges in.

The game would be a lot more entertaining if there was a harsher punishment for it.

[Hibrandenburg]

As much as I admire the team spirit and bonding of Italian teams I just can't bring myself to like them. They go in like juggernauts and squeal like little girls when the favour is returned. I take deep joy when they lose.

[Scottie]

As much as I admire the team spirit and bonding of Italian teams I just can't bring myself to like them. They go in like juggernauts and squeal like little girls when the favour is returned. I take deep joy when they lose.
Couldn't agree more :agree:

[renato]

Although I didn't see much "squealing" on the pitch tonight? Or in the tourney so far, actually?

Like us or not, winners mentality, as the World Cup count shows :greengrin

[jacomo]

Pleasantly surprised but I really should know better - always, always, always dig out a performance when the chips are down or the world's against us.

That game should have finished 2-5 though, the chances...

Delighted I got 18-1 each way then 16-1 to win outright, must have a good chance now as there really isn't much between the teams this year.

Italy were great but it's only one game.

I have a hunch Pelle is the key. If he can settle and be a little more composed he could take this team far.

[Baader]

Very much enjoyed Italy's performance tonight. Played as a real team unlike Belgium who have the better players mostly but look like they'd never met each other.

Will be a sad day when Buffon hangs up the gloves. Absolute legend and won the lot bar the Euros. Dino Zoff won the World Cup as Italy Captain at 40 so you never know..

[MWHIBBIES]

Very much enjoyed Italy's performance tonight. Played as a real team unlike Belgium who have the better players mostly but look like they'd never met each other.

Will be a sad day when Buffon hangs up the gloves. Absolute legend and won the lot bar the Euros. Dino Zoff won the World Cup as Italy Captain at 40 so you never know..Sadly, Buffon has never won the Champions League.

[GreenLake]

I am watching Mexico vs Venezuela in a Cuban Restaurant close to my home and a guy walked in with a green shirt that had O'Hurley Erin Go Bragh and a harp here and there. So naturally, considering recent events, I stopped him as he went past. The very tidy young bird that looked like his grand daughter had nothing to do with it.

He turns out to be from Troon. Had no idea about the Cup final, confessed to being a Rangers fan and had no idea if Scotland were playing in the Euros.

This is a severe case of a Scottish guy traveling to somewhere he can get laid!

I bet he has no idea who is Prime Minister Right now!!!

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[Mr White]

I am watching Mexico vs Venezuela in a Cuban Restaurant close to my home and a guy walked in with a green shirt that had O'Hurley Erin Go Bragh and a harp here and there. So naturally, considering recent events, I stopped him as he went past. The very tidy young bird that looked like his grand daughter had nothing to do with it.

He turns out to be from Troon. Had no idea about the Cup final, confessed to being a Rangers fan and had no idea if Scotland were playing in the Euros.

This is a severe case of a Scottish guy traveling to somewhere he can get laid!

I bet he has no idea who is Prime Minister Right now!!!

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

Was it a GAA top?

[JimBHibees]

Individually they aren't overrated, though. They clearly have exceptional players.

Has it really been talked about years? Before 2014 they hadn't qualified for a tournament in 14 years and had a poor team.

Individually hugely over rated. Just because half of them play well in the Epl doesn't automatically make them world class or even euro class. Hazard, Fellaini, Lukaku etc incredibly over rated.

[Marco G]

Individually hugely over rated. Just because half of them play well in the Epl doesn't automatically make them world class or even euro class. Hazard, Fellaini, Lukaku etc incredibly over rated.In contrast, Italy imho, are incredibly under rated. They have ability but are able to harness it to make a hard to beat team. Last night they had a plan, stuck to it, and got a good win. They are up there with my favourites, Germany, as likely finalists.

[Craig_in_Prague]

In contrast, Italy imho, are incredibly under rated. They have ability but are able to harness it to make a hard to beat team. Last night they had a plan, stuck to it, and got a good win. They are up there with my favourites, Germany, as likely finalists.

Said to a few people that 16 or 18/1 for Italy is a nice 'outside' bet (given everyone fancies Germany/France or a performing Spain)

Very good players, technical, quick, pass well, move well and defending always top notch.

As for Belgium, gash.

[johnbc70]

Shows you how much football has changed when Italy's two scorers play for Sunderland and Southampton.

[JimBHibees]

In contrast, Italy imho, are incredibly under rated. They have ability but are able to harness it to make a hard to beat team. Last night they had a plan, stuck to it, and got a good win. They are up there with my favourites, Germany, as likely finalists.

Also have an absolutely superb defence and goalie with all players decent on the ball also. The first goal was absolutely superb in the accuracy of the pass and the touch and finish. It also IMO means much more to them to play for their country.

[--------]

Couldn't agree more :agree:


I never once heard a 'squeal' from Guys like Scirea, Gentile or Bergomi back in the 80's, and no one came harder that those three. Anyone stupid enough to clog one of them usually ended up on the track ....

http://www.aicfoto.com/ImageMedium.ashx?id=163692

Beyond my basic principle of A.B.E. I would love to see the Azzurri win the competition.

Forza Italia!!!

[JimBHibees]

I never once heard a 'squeal' from Guys like Scirea, Gentile or Bergomi back in the 80's, and no one came harder that those three. Anyone stupid enough to clog one of them usually ended up on the track ....

http://www.aicfoto.com/ImageMedium.ashx?id=163692

Beyond my basic principle of A.B.E. I would love to see the Azzurri win the competition.

Forza Italia!!!

Can remember Mark Hughes a player who could more than handle himself saying the only time he was genuinely scared on the pitch was when playing at the San Siro v Inter as he never knew what they were going to do, punch, bite, spit, pull hair etc all off the ball.

[MWHIBBIES]

Individually hugely over rated. Just because half of them play well in the Epl doesn't automatically make them world class or even euro class. Hazard, Fellaini, Lukaku etc incredibly over rated.Do you actually watch these players or read other peoples opinions on them?

Hazard, before last season, was one of the best players in the world. He carried Chelsea to the league title in 2015. I'd absolutely love to know who overrates Fellaini, everyone thinks he is a useless thug, if anything he is underrated. He can be a very effective player in the right system and actually has very good movement off the ball.

Lukaku is very hot and cold. His first touch is really abysmal for a player at that level but his goalscoring record is incredible for a 23-year-old. Could easily go on to be one of the best strikers in the world with the right tutor. To say he is overrated is false IMO, he has been getting it tight for months for his ego and underperformance.

Belgium undoubtedly has an incredibly talented squad, they lack a good manager and it is costing them. Conte totally outplayed Wilmots last night.

[Baader]

Iceland up today. The country has a smaller population than Edinburgh - which according to some on another thread on this board isn't a 'proper city' :faf:

God knows what that makes them but quite incredible they qualified ahead of Holland.

[Smartie]

Iceland up today. The country has a smaller population than Edinburgh - which according to some on another thread on this board isn't a 'proper city' :faf:

God knows what that makes them but quite incredible they qualified ahead of Holland.

They've got some very decent players too.

It's stories like the Iceland one that get me frustrated with Scottish defeatism.

You can achieve great things and punch above your weight of you do certain things right.

[Baader]

They've got some very decent players too.

It's stories like the Iceland one that get me frustrated with Scottish defeatism.

You can achieve great things and punch above your weight of you do certain things right.

Absolutely. Croatia has a smaller population than Scotland. Look at the talent they regularly produce and their tournament records.

[One Day Soon]

The way this has gone so far I wouldn't be at all surprised if Iceland took at least a draw from today's game. I'm the complete opposite of a Ronaldo fan so would be quite happy to see Portugal beaten.

Despite the odd grim watch I think its been cracking football so far. The lack of any dominant out and out favourites probably helps a lot.

[--------]

Can remember Mark Hughes a player who could more than handle himself saying the only time he was genuinely scared on the pitch was when playing at the San Siro v Inter as he never knew what they were going to do, punch, bite, spit, pull hair etc all off the ball.

Denis Law played a season at Torino alongside Joe Baker. I remember him telling Michael Parkinson that the first match he played Torino had a corner. The ball came in, he went up for it, and the guy marking him pulled him back down to earth by his wedding tackle.

He said it took him the rest of the first half to recover.

And did he get the penalty? What do you think?

Those were the days when men were men and centre-forwards could end up eunuchs. :devil:

[JimBHibees]

Do you actually watch these players or read other peoples opinions on them?

Hazard, before last season, was one of the best players in the world. He carried Chelsea to the league title in 2015. I'd absolutely love to know who overrates Fellaini, everyone thinks he is a useless thug, if anything he is underrated. He can be a very effective player in the right system and actually has very good movement off the ball.

Lukaku is very hot and cold. His first touch is really abysmal for a player at that level but his goalscoring record is incredible for a 23-year-old. Could easily go on to be one of the best strikers in the world with the right tutor. To say he is overrated is false IMO, he has been getting it tight for months for his ego and underperformance.

Belgium undoubtedly has an incredibly talented squad, they lack a good manager and it is costing them. Conte totally outplayed Wilmots last night.

No I have my own opinion thanks. :greengrin Very average players and when was the last time Hazard played a good game. Never one of the best players in the world. Never kicked a ball in the World cup and did next to nothing yesterday. I just get amazed with this Belguim are one of the best in the planet, jeez they never scored against Wales in 2 qualifying games. They are ok nothing more.

[MWHIBBIES]

No I have my own opinion thanks. :greengrin Very average players and when was the last time Hazard played a good game. Never one of the best players in the world. Never kicked a ball in the World cup and did next to nothing yesterday. I just get amazed with this Belguim are one of the best in the planet, jeez they never scored against Wales in 2 qualifying games. They are ok nothing more.

Hazard was, without a shadow of a doubt, one of the best players in the world during 2014-15, anybody who watched Chelsea that season would agree. He had a whole season of good games, his only bad season was 15-16 in a shambolic Chelsea side. Your opinion is pretty baseless if you only watch world cups and Euros...


You can't watch much of Vertongen, De Bruyne, Courtious, Mertens, Nianggolan, Carrasco, Alderweireld either...they are much better than ''ok'' players and play for the best clubs in the world for a very good reason.

[JimBHibees]

Hazard was, without a shadow of a doubt, one of the best players in the world during 2014-15, anybody who watched Chelsea that season would agree. He had a whole season of good games, his only bad season was 15-16 in a shambolic Chelsea side. Your opinion is pretty baseless if you only watch world cups and Euros...


You can't watch much of Vertongen, De Bruyne, Courtious, Mertens, Nianggolan, Carrasco, Alderweireld either...they are much better than ''ok'' players and play for the best clubs in the world for a very good reason.

Thats all your opinion. They are all ok decent players but maintain the majority are hugely over rated. I watch alot of football however World cups and Euros are where you are playing against the best and they fail to cut it. As for Hazard when is he going to play well when it matters.

[MWHIBBIES]

Thats all your opinion. They are all ok decent players but maintain the majority are hugely over rated. I watch alot of football however World cups and Euros are where you are playing against the best and they fail to cut it. As for Hazard when is he going to play well when it matters.Difference is, my opinion is supported by coaches and journalists all over the world who rate these players highly. They are quality players. The players I mentioned are very much among the best and have proven it for years. To be honest, I'd be surprised if you have watched more than 5 games of any of these players if you think they are all average.

Hazard has played well his whole career except the last 12 months...it mattered when he carried Chelsea to the league title.

[Marco G]

They've got some very decent players too.

It's stories like the Iceland one that get me frustrated with Scottish defeatism.

You can achieve great things and punch above your weight of you do certain things right.Iceland invested a lot a while back in indoor pitches (obvious) and a vast number of UEFA trained coaches (not so obvious for the size of country). Strategy has paid off big time.

[PeeJay]

they lack a good manager[/B] and it is costing them. Conte totally outplayed Wilmots last night.

Think you make a fair point here - it's certainly part of the overall package and Italy certainly excelled yesterday off and on the park ... anyway, we're only one game in, be interesting to see how the "old men" of Italy develop as the competition progresses ... and if Belgium can actually fulfil their undoubted potential

[Smartie]

Think you make a fair point here - it's certainly part of the overall package and Italy certainly excelled yesterday off and on the park ... anyway, we're only one game in, be interesting to see how the "old men" of Italy develop as the competition progresses ... and if Belgium can actually fulfil their undoubted potential

It's also funny how often teams who come blazing out the traps come unstuck and a team who makes a slow start warm up before eventually winning the competition.

We're just one game in.

But I have to say that I've really enjoyed it so far.

[Treadstone]

Think you make a fair point here - it's certainly part of the overall package and Italy certainly excelled yesterday off and on the park ... anyway, we're only one game in, be interesting to see how the "old men" of Italy develop as the competition progresses ... and if Belgium can actually fulfil their undoubted potential

In their current 'Golden Generation' I can't think of a result Belgium have had that made me go wow. Still time for them but don't think the manager helps. Watching with interest.

[jodjam]

Can we expect Franz Ferdinand to be the HT entertainment in today's Austria v Hungary game?

[JimBHibees]

Difference is, my opinion is supported by coaches and journalists all over the world who rate these players highly. They are quality players. The players I mentioned are very much among the best and have proven it for years. To be honest, I'd be surprised if you have watched more than 5 games of any of these players if you think they are all average.

Hazard has played well his whole career except the last 12 months...it mattered when he carried Chelsea to the league title.

They are not all average I mentioned they were over rated which I think they are. Hazard, Lukaku being cases in point. Just because they play well in the Premier league doesnt mean they are automatically world class.

[JimBHibees]

Think you make a fair point here - it's certainly part of the overall package and Italy certainly excelled yesterday off and on the park ... anyway, we're only one game in, be interesting to see how the "old men" of Italy develop as the competition progresses ... and if Belgium can actually fulfil their undoubted potential

Good point the last World cup Italy's form dipped markedly games 2 and 3.

[MWHIBBIES]

They are not all average I mentioned they were over rated which I think they are. Hazard, Lukaku being cases in point. Just because they play well in the Premier league doesnt mean they are automatically world class.Don't think you will find many people who think Lukaku is world class.

Hazard played to a world class level in the premier league. I'd say that makes him world class.

[SteveHFC]

Austria-Hungary has potential to be a decent game since both nations despise each other.

[TrinityHibs]

No I have my own opinion thanks. :greengrin Very average players and when was the last time Hazard played a good game. Never one of the best players in the world. Never kicked a ball in the World cup and did next to nothing yesterday. I just get amazed with this Belguim are one of the best in the planet, jeez they never scored against Wales in 2 qualifying games. They are ok nothing more.

Hazard was outstanding against Spurs 1 month ago. To be fair probably the only game he tried in last year Jim

[SJM]

Austria-Hungary has potential to be a decent game since both nations despise each other.

Austria to stroll it.

[1987kev]

France game tomorrow will b fun that clown Willie collum is ref get your money on penalty being award and sending off.

[1987kev]

France game tomorrow will b fun that clown Willie collum is ref get your money on penalty being award and sending off.

[hibee_girl]

Austria hit the post 30 seconds in!

[Aldo]

Austria hit the post 30 seconds in!

Amazing strike!

[johnbc70]

France game tomorrow will b fun that clown Willie collum is ref get your money on penalty being award and sending off.

Hard to believe he is even there, there is no way you would describe him as one the best referees in Scotland never mind Europe.

[Mon Dieu4]

10/10 to the Hungary Goalie for wearing jogging bottoms

[Fisherrow Harp]

The last four posts probably describe the highlights of first half quite accurately👌

[One Day Soon]

This is pretty brutal.

[hibee_girl]

1-0 Hungary

[Pete]

Can we expect Franz Ferdinand to be the HT entertainment in today's Austria v Hungary game?

:agree:

There's a game of football going on and all I can think about is boring history lessons at school.

[Aldo]

Never a yellow!

[lapsedhibee]

Oooh! Just switched on my tellybox and ITV are abbreviating Hungaria to "HUN". Don't they realise how inflammatory this is, the sectarian bassas? No need whatsoever to use those first three letters. Pure goading.

[SteveHFC]

Rosa to come on for Hungary.

[HibbyAndy]

To much diving aboot in this game, Arnautavic is a ****ing disgrace.

[HUTCHYHIBBY]

Dearie me, Austria are 10th in the FIFA rankings, how the hell did that happen?

[HibbyAndy]

Dearie me, Austria are 10th in the FIFA rankings, how the hell did that happen?


God knows but they have cost me a packet !!

[HibeeLR]

Lovely finish

[Mon Dieu4]

Great finish there

[easty]

I thought Alaba and Arnautovic would be enough for Austria to do pretty well. Poor performance from them today.

[Aldo]

Think Hungary have been excellent. Superb team effort from each and everyone of them!!

[Biggie]

Are they any better than us ?.....surely not...they are both rank

[One Day Soon]

God knows but they have cost me a packet !!

Yup, I was on Austria and that's cost me.

[Treadstone]

Thierry Henry with a howler of a shirt. Slaven Bilic and ITV absolutely horsing the Beeb on the pundit front.

[HibbyAndy]

Thierry Henry with a howler of a shirt. Slaven Bilic and ITV absolutely horsing the Beeb on the pundit front.

:agree:

Really got to agree, Slaven Billic kens his stuff

[jacomo]

10/10 to the Hungary Goalie for wearing jogging bottoms

He always has, hasn't he?

[jacomo]

Think Hungary have been excellent. Superb team effort from each and everyone of them!!

Yup, well played.

Now for the worlds best player* to make his entrance.

Good luck to Iceland, great occasion for them.

*at this tournament.

[DaveF]

Has there been a rule change as I thought you had to touch the ball forward at kick off but that's a few games now where one guy has kicked off alone and passed it back?

[Jim44]

Great chance for Iceland.

[hibeenicol]

Has there been a rule change as I thought you had to touch the ball forward at kick off but that's a few games now where one guy has kicked off alone and passed it back?

I just seen iceland kick off there and thought that can't be right??
And found this
http://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/row-zed/new-rule-changes-mean-traditional-7756378

[Albanian Hibs]

France game tomorrow will b fun that clown Willie collum is ref get your money on penalty being award and sending off.

Ad long as its a pen for Albania and a sending off for France 😀

[DaveF]

I just seen iceland kick off there and thought that can't be right??
And found this
http://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/row-zed/new-rule-changes-mean-traditional-7756378

Some interesting changes.

No longer an automatic red for denying a scoring opportunity in the penalty box being one.

[jacomo]

Great stat.

If you are an Icelandic male aged 20-40, you have a 1 in 2,000 chance of being in their squad!

[jacomo]

Some interesting changes.

No longer an automatic red for denying a scoring opportunity in the penalty box being one.

Good change that.

Too many times a ref has given a penalty for a foul and HAD to send off the defender as well for denying a goal scoring opportunity. Sometimes warranted but not always.

[Aldo]

Bit naughty that from Carvalho!

[--------]

Dearie me, Austria are 10th in the FIFA rankings, how the hell did that happen?


I think Austria v. Hungary's a bit like England v. Scotland. A 'derby' going back to the days of the Austro-Hungarian Empire?

You know what they say - anything can happen in a derby.

[Jim44]

Pepe's popularity follows him everwhere. :greengrin

[hibbytam]

Great stat.

If you are an Icelandic male aged 20-40, you have a 1 in 2,000 chance of being in their squad!

If the idiots in charge of Scottish football had any interest in fixing our game, they'd pay close attention to the Icelandic model, and shamelessly copy it.
But they won't.

[Haymaker]

He always has, hasn't he?

Pretty sure he has. Didn't he play for Palace?

[Haymaker]

If the idiots in charge of Scottish football had any interest in fixing our game, they'd pay close attention to the Icelandic model, and shamelessly copy it.
But they won't.

Yep, I have said we should be building indoor pitches for ages amongst all the rest!

[Aldo]

Good Portuguese goal!!

[ShadesLongThrow]

Anyone else's picture on Sky jumping? Trying to work out if it's the feed or my box. :confused:

[Hibs90]

Mine is fine

[ShadesLongThrow]

Mine is fine

Cheers. Reboot at half time I think!

[Sir David Gray]

1-1 shocking defending.

[hibee_girl]

Awful defending there from Portugal, no one near him!

[Pretty Boy]

Go on Iceland.

That defending though......

[scoopyboy]

Iceland just scored but I think I'm going to watch the cup final again.

[Sir David Gray]

Iceland just scored but I think I'm going to watch the cup final again.

I'm watching it just now.

******* Halliday just made it 2-1 to the zombies, think I'll switch it back over to the Iceland game - clearly no point in continuing to watch this. :grr:

[Waxy]

They Iceland fans are cool.

[Jim44]

Portugal looking a bit uncomfortable. If they don't score in the next ten minutes they might start panicking and anything might happen.

[Aldo]

Pepe is a dirty cheating fud and what he did there was out of order!!

[Hibs90]

Pepe can **** off

[JeMeSouviens]

I'm watching it just now.

******* Halliday just made it 2-1 to the zombies, think I'll switch it back over to the Iceland game - clearly no point in continuing to watch this. :grr:

No, he's got this. :(

[Pretty Boy]

You can't question how good Ronaldo is but there are times when he could do with passing the ball when it's on.

[3pm]

You can't question how good Ronaldo is but there are times when he could do with passing the ball when it's on.

Ronaldo is a dick! :greengrin

[Smartie]

It will be a minor miracle if a player as horrible as Pepe can get through an entire career without playing for Rangers.

[Pretty Boy]

It will be a minor miracle if a player as horrible as Pepe can get through an entire career without playing for Rangers.
Don't know what you mean.

Surely you aren't suggesting the Nobel Peace Prize Winners elect have a nasty side?

Sent from my SM-G925F using Tapatalk

[jacomo]

If the idiots in charge of Scottish football had any interest in fixing our game, they'd pay close attention to the Icelandic model, and shamelessly copy it.
But they won't.

:agree:

[Pretty Boy]

Bad miss by Ronaldos standards.

[Pretty Boy]

Then a cracking save after a good Iceland move.

[One Day Soon]

I'm watching it just now.

******* Halliday just made it 2-1 to the zombies, think I'll switch it back over to the Iceland game - clearly no point in continuing to watch this. :grr:


I will never, ever get tired of this chat. :greengrin

[blackpoolhibs]

If the idiots in charge of Scottish football had any interest in fixing our game, they'd pay close attention to the Icelandic model, and shamelessly copy it.
But they won't.

What are the Icelandic FA doing thats so different, to be fair i don't know what we are doing never mind Iceland? :greengrin

[One Day Soon]

Come on Iceland!

[Sir David Gray]

1-1 full time.

[Scorrie]

What are the Icelandic FA doing thats so different, to be fair i don't know what we are doing never mind Iceland? :greengrin

Iceland FA and government have invested in top facilities in most towns and villages across the country. They also have a lot of qualified coaches at all age grades so kids get to play small sided games and are well coached. Clear pathway to professional leagues. It's not rocket science but the chances of it happening in Scotland with its plethora of football organisations ( seniors, juniors, amateur etc) - virtually nil

[jacomo]

What are the Icelandic FA doing thats so different, to be fair i don't know what we are doing never mind Iceland? :greengrin

Big investment in facilities and coaching, focus on youth development. IIRC Henry McLeish looked at their system and his report made recommendations along similar lines. But of course the report is gathering dust on a Hampden shelf.

[Newry Hibs]

Nice to see Robbie Nelson's better looking younger brother score for Iceland.

[Jonnyboy]

Is there a more loathesome footballer on this planet than Pepe?

[RyeSloan]

Is there a more loathesome footballer on this planet than Pepe?

No is the simple answer to that...thing is he's a half decent player as well but ultimately a rather strange individual on the football field.

[Sir David Gray]

No is the simple answer to that...thing is he's a half decent player as well but ultimately a rather strange individual on the football field.

I'm struggling to think of one.

He really should play for Sevco.

[Jim44]

Ronaldo is a dick! :greengrin

Off the pitch, I believe he is a decent sort of guy, but on the pitch he is an arrogant to**er. At the end of the match he just stood around smiling sarcastically as if the match had been all about him. I didn't see him shake hands with any of the Iceland players and, by coincidence, I am just listening to the BBC news statement saying Ronaldo has accused Iceland of small mentality. How dare they stand in the way of his progress. I laughed last night when the commentator, talking about Ronaldo getting off the team coach, said "The ego has landed."

[blackpoolhibs]

Iceland FA and government have invested in top facilities in most towns and villages across the country. They also have a lot of qualified coaches at all age grades so kids get to play small sided games and are well coached. Clear pathway to professional leagues. It's not rocket science but the chances of it happening in Scotland with its plethora of football organisations ( seniors, juniors, amateur etc) - virtually nil


Big investment in facilities and coaching, focus on youth development. IIRC Henry McLeish looked at their system and his report made recommendations along similar lines. But of course the report is gathering dust on a Hampden shelf.

:aok:

[The Spaceman]

Portugal star Cristiano Ronaldo hit out at Iceland's lack of ambition after the two sides drew 1-1 at Euro 2016.
The Real Madrid star also refused to shake the hands of the Iceland players after the group match in Saint-Etienne.
"I thought they'd won the Euros the way they celebrated at the end," he said.
"It was unbelievable. We tried hard to win the game and Iceland didn't try anything. This, in my opinion, shows a small mentality and they are not going to do anything in the competition."
Ronaldo, making his 127th appearance for Portugal, said it had been a "lucky night" for his opponents and accused them of putting "the bus in the net".
Portugal had 72% of the possession and 26 shots on goal to Iceland's four.

Really poor from Ronaldo, I really like him as a player and think he comes across as a genuinely decent guy, but yesterday was a bit ridiculous!

[JimBHibees]

Portugal star Cristiano Ronaldo hit out at Iceland's lack of ambition after the two sides drew 1-1 at Euro 2016.
The Real Madrid star also refused to shake the hands of the Iceland players after the group match in Saint-Etienne.
"I thought they'd won the Euros the way they celebrated at the end," he said.
"It was unbelievable. We tried hard to win the game and Iceland didn't try anything. This, in my opinion, shows a small mentality and they are not going to do anything in the competition."
Ronaldo, making his 127th appearance for Portugal, said it had been a "lucky night" for his opponents and accused them of putting "the bus in the net".
Portugal had 72% of the possession and 26 shots on goal to Iceland's four.

Really poor from Ronaldo, I really like him as a player and think he comes across as a genuinely decent guy, but yesterday was a bit ridiculous!

Boo hoo. Spoilt clown thought he was poor in the game maybe should concentrate more on that than a team getting a draw.

[Mr White]

Anyone who thinks iceland lack ambition after qualifying for the euros and taking a point off portugal should really just keep their sore loser mouth shut. Real Madrid probably have more people on their fans database than Iceland has in it's population Cristiano.

[Matty_Jack04]

Boo hoo. Spoilt clown thought he was poor in the game maybe should concentrate more on that than a team getting a draw.

Very poor could easily have scored twice, he's obviously an excellent player but he's not a very likeable person, I thought Iceland played well I expected them to defend for long spells surely he did as well, Iceland done well when they had the ball too and missed a great chance to win it in the closing stages so it could have been worse for CR7 that's what happens if u don't put teams away as we only know too well

[Craig_in_Prague]

Iceland certainly didn't freeze on the big stage.

If I'd knew the odds before hand, I'd have taken a pizza that.

[adhibs]

Ronaldos a tit. Imagine a nation of 300k playing to their strengths eh. He can moan all he wants but if he hadnt missed that sitter, the portugese wouldve got the 3 points.

[PeeJay]

While I can understand Ronaldo's frustration, he surely has to accept that Iceland performed to the best of their abilities - don't think you can ask any more of them than that. I enjoyed the game and Portugal had more than enough chances to put the outcome beyond doubt, the fact they didn't is partly down to Iceland's staunch defensive work, but it is also Portugal's own fault. The bad loser mentality on Ronaldo's part could well be down to him feeling that they too will not achieve anything at EM 2016??

Nice to see Austria performing to expectations too ...:faf:

[easty]

I get quite pissed off when teams come to Easter Road with no intention of playing football to be fair.

Don't think I'd like it if David Gray came out bitching about it after the game though.

[Marco G]

I get quite pissed off when teams come to Easter Road with no intention of playing football to be fair.

Don't think I'd like it if David Gray came out bitching about it after the game though.I know what you mean, but for me Iceland did play football, just that it was their own style that suited them. To me it proves that the statistic of passes completed and possession means nothing, just the result.

[Just Jimmy]

I get quite pissed off when teams come to Easter Road with no intention of playing football to be fair.

Don't think I'd like it if David Gray came out bitching about it after the game though.
Sir David Grey please.

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[jacomo]

Sir David Grey please.

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Lol, you'll be wanting to spell his name right then!

[jacomo]

I know what you mean, but for me Iceland did play football, just that it was their own style that suited them. To me it proves that the statistic of passes completed and possession means nothing, just the result.

:agree:

Iceland are entitled to play anyway they want, within the rules.

Portugal simply weren't good enough, and Ronaldo is a sore loser with few friends in the game.

[JimBHibees]

I get quite pissed off when teams come to Easter Road with no intention of playing football to be fair.

Don't think I'd like it if David Gray came out bitching about it after the game though.

I think they did play football and had a decent couple of chances themselves. Most thought at half time that Portugal would win by 2 or 3 I think the Portuguese players did also and were stunned when the equaliser went in. Actually think the ref gave Portugal the benefit of the doubt and Pepe should definitely been sent off and IMO should be banned for the next game. Carvalho's tackle early doors was probably another red, but less obvious in real time.

[(((Fergus)))]

One of the highlights of the game was watching that poser gradually implode. He really thought Iceland would lie down so he could get the all-time top scorer record. It's becoming more enjoyable watching Portugal unravel at tournaments than England.

[Jim44]

Most of us get a bit frustrated with teams who adopt a very defensive set up, but that's life. There's more than one way to skin a cat. The game's about scoring more goals than your opponent and if a team's emphasis is on defence, it's up to the other team to deal with it. If they can't, tough. Stop complaining and throwing the dummy out the pram. We are where we are in the Championship, very much because of this 'parking the bus' tactic, but also because we weren't good enough to deal with it. I hate to say it but Sevco and the Jambos dealt with it. We'll be up against the same thing next year but hopefully, Lennon will instil a bit of backbone and resolve in the team and we won't fall to teams scoring on the break so much.

[twiceinathens]

Most of us get a bit frustrated with teams who adopt a very defensive set up, but that's life. There's more than one way to skin a cat. The game's about scoring more goals than your opponent and if a team's emphasis is on defence, it's up to the other team to deal with it. If they can't, tough. Stop complaining and throwing the dummy out the pram. We are where we are in the Championship, very much because of this 'parking the bus' tactic, but also because we weren't good enough to deal with it. I hate to say it but Sevco and the Jambos dealt with it. We'll be up against the same thing next year but hopefully, Lennon will instil a bit of backbone and resolve in the team and we won't fall to teams scoring on the break so much.

Totally agree. It may have ben frustrating for Portugal, but it was up to them to break down the defensive system. It s worth noting that this system did not include resorting to major assault on the opposition .Free kicks 17 Portugal, 9 Iceland, almost none giving a scoring opportunity.

[jgl07]

I think Austria v. Hungary's a bit like England v. Scotland. A 'derby' going back to the days of the Austro-Hungarian Empire?

You know what they say - anything can happen in a derby.
Someone was asked if he knew the Austria-Hungary score. He replied 'no', who are they playing?'

[HUTCHYHIBBY]

Sir David Grey please.

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Oops! :-)

[Just Jimmy]

Oops! :-)
Haha. The autocorrect on my phone is clearly a jambo. Raging

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[MWHIBBIES]

Really good first half from Slovakia, 2 great goals and a deserved lead.

[jgl07]

Ex loan Ranger Vladamir Weiss scores for Slovakia against Russia.

[Haymaker]

Marek Hamsik. What a lovely player he is. Cracking goal, been pulling the strings again.

[easty]

I almost backed Russia today, glad I didn't bother.

You can see how badly they're missing someone to link the midfield to the forwards. Hopeless in Slovakias half. The big guy up front looks a handful at times, they're getting nowhere trying to play through the middle though, so get down the lines and try to put some crosses in to the striker.

[hibsbollah]

Russia pushing for an equaliser. They really are the Hearts of international football; maroon puke inducing shirts and scrape results their overall play doesn't deserve.

[hibsbollah]

Slovakia 2 Russia 1 full time. Hamcik outstanding again.

[Craig_HFC]

Slovakia 2 Russia 1 full time. Hamcik outstanding again.

Listened to it on the radio at work; it sounded like a decent game.

[Dashing Bob S]

Looks like Russia are going home. Only a few more days for England fans to keep their heads down before than can start acting hard to civilians again.

[Corstorphine Hibby]

Listened to it on the radio at work; it sounded like a decent game.
BBC Euros website aghast that a flare has been let off in the Rangers, er sorry Russian end.....

[hibsbollah]

My irrational dislike of the Swiss continúes, so...

'Mon the Romania!

[Mon Dieu4]

My irrational dislike of the Swiss continúes, so...

'Mon the Romania!

I'm just out from getting root canal, I blame the swiss:grr:

[hibsbollah]

I'm just out from getting root canal, I blame the swiss:grr:

Quite right.

I've had a soft spot for Romania since Hagi played for them. What a player.

[Mon Dieu4]

Yaaas 1-0 Romania

[hibee_girl]

Romania 1-0 up, penalty

[easty]

Almost a stunner of a goal

[Treadstone]

Quite right.

I've had a soft spot for Romania since Hagi played for them. What a player.

Sure the manager now was the same one in '94. Looked more like David Byrne then.

[KWJ]

Sure the manager now was the same one in '94. Looked more like David Byrne then.

And the bleached hair of the '98 squad that must've influenced the Hibs team of 01-02.

[hibsbollah]

Keseru looks a player. Had a long career, never played for a top team but scored goals wherever he's gone.

Replacement for Cummings please Leeane :greengrin

[snooky]

Problems in Lille with fans according to Beeb. English supporters are innocent, Russians "may be" to blame they're reporting.
Even if that is the case, for some odd reason, I take anything the BBC says these days with a pinch of salt. Sad.

[hibsbollah]

Problems in Lille with fans according to Beeb. English supporters are innocent, Russians "may be" to blame they're reporting.
Even if that is the case, for some odd reason, I take anything the BBC says these days with a pinch of salt. Sad.

I won't believe it until theres a Twitter report based on unrelated footage from an unconnected incident somewhere else.

[Iggy Pope]

I'm a bit late with this as I'm on holiday, but where have I seen Tha Hungary goalie in his mingin auld trackies?

[KWJ]

I'm a bit late with this as I'm on holiday, but where have I seen Tha Hungary goalie in his mingin auld trackies?

Previous tournaments, he's been about forever. Now the oldest player to play at a Euros.

[CropleyWasGod]

Previous tournaments, he's been about forever. Now the oldest player to play at a Euros.

Don't think they've qualified for anything since 86.

[Iggy Pope]

Previous tournaments, he's been about forever. Now the oldest player to play at a Euros.

Did he play for a club in the UK?

[KWJ]

Don't think they've qualified for anything since 86.

Ah.

He played in England for a fair while and always wore the trackies so that's probably it then. And I had him at Hibs for a while in Champman.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/G%C3%A1bor_Kir%C3%A1ly

[MWHIBBIES]

Did he play for a club in the UK?Yes, Palace and Villa.

[(((Fergus)))]

I'm a bit late with this as I'm on holiday, but where have I seen Tha Hungary goalie in his mingin auld trackies?

Palace, Burley, Fulham among others

Gabor Kiraly

[jacomo]

I'm a bit late with this as I'm on holiday, but where have I seen Tha Hungary goalie in his mingin auld trackies?

Gabor Kiraly played for Crystal Palace for years. He was certainly wearing trackies back then too.

[Iggy Pope]

Palace. That's the fellah. Thanks men. He's a remarkable sight.

[silverhibee]

Romania 1-0 up, penalty

1-1 now

[Smartie]

I'm a bit late with this as I'm on holiday, but where have I seen Tha Hungary goalie in his mingin auld trackies?

Was with us for a season under Yogi/ Calderwood.

Was never really fit at any point, panic signing after we let Stokes go and Duffy got injured.

Magnificent performance at Ibrox but anonymous for the rest of his time with us.

Was one of about 200 duff Lithuanian footballers plying their trade in Edinburgh at the time but remarkably the only one that ended up with us.

[Mr White]

Given that I've got 1 each in the predictor it's absolutely guaranteed that there will be another goal in this game.

[Hibrandenburg]

I'm a bit late with this as I'm on holiday, but where have I seen Tha Hungary goalie in his mingin auld trackies?

He played for Hertha for a couple of years while I was having my 2nd attempt at liking Hertha. Just couldn't grow to like them, mainly because of their fans but also because of the colours.

[Mr White]

Given that I've got 1 each in the predictor it's absolutely guaranteed that there will be another goal in this game.

.... or not. Get in :greengrin

[Craig_in_Prague]

Is that Romania effectively out?
Have them in work sweep :(

[Iggy Pope]

He played for Hertha for a couple of years while I was having my 2nd attempt at liking Hertha. Just couldn't grow to like them, mainly because of their fans but also because of the colours.

A Berlin mate of mine is Hertha daft and also a good Hibby! He put me up for the Union friendly a couple of years back and he was over for the final.Know what you mean about their colours but Berlin would be a fine trip for the Hibs (wrong thread!)....

[Mr White]

Is that Romania effectively out?
Have them in work sweep :(

No if they beat albania they'll have 4 points and a decent chance of being a third place qualifier I think.

[hibsbollah]

No if they beat albania they'll have 4 points and a decent chance of being a third place qualifier I think.

Assuming France keep winning Romania will probably get 2nd if they beat Albania.

Really looking forward to seeing Coman for France tonight. Just based on how good he is on FIFA :greengrin

[SonOfDavidFrancey]

I'm a bit late with this as I'm on holiday, but where have I seen Tha Hungary goalie in his mingin auld trackies?
Kiraly, used to play for Crystal palace I think, (in minging tracksuit)

[Betty Boop]

Lennon commentating with Alistair Bruce Ball on the France v Albania match, on Five Live.

[stantonhibby]

Willie Collum is the ref..... anything could happen with him in charge.

[Lago]

Willie Collum is the ref..... anything could happen with him in charge.
Yellow card alert:greengrin

[Glory Lurker]

France falling for their own hype?

[ShadesLongThrow]

This is dreadful stuff. Neither side can put 3 passes together.

[adhibs]

France falling for their own hype?

Have been surprisingly poor. Wasnt impressed in their opener either

[Jim44]

The only team I've been impressed with so far is Germany. Spain were ok but not very convincing.

[Jim44]

The French must have borrowed their subs' bibs from Sevco.

[Pretty Boy]

France look a million miles from favourites at the moment.

Germany and Italy both looked more impressive.

[Treadstone]

The only team I've been impressed with so far is Germany. Spain were ok but not very convincing.

Spain and Italy for me. The Spanish performance didn't get the score line it deserved.

[Finn2015]

No real stand out for me. Very open

[Mr White]

France are going to struggle against stronger opposition if the chances Albania have created are anything to go by.

[GlesgaeHibby]

How the **** did Collum get to ref at the Euros? Hopeless. ****e* just emptied one of the Albanian players, clear as day, no foul.

*(The Leicester boy, swear filter doesn't like him!)

[Sergey]

How the **** did Collum get to ref at the Euros? Hopeless. ****-e just emptied one of the Albanian players, clear as day, no foul.

Good call by the ref - the player dived.

Collum has done OK IMHO

[Lago]

So based on what you have all seen to date, hypothetical, how would Scotland have done had they qualified? Personally I feel we would have struggled based on the last 2 games I watched.

[Gordy M]

So based on what you have all seen to date, hypothetical, how would Scotland have done had they qualified? Personally I feel we would have struggled based on the last 2 games I watched.

I think we wouldve done ok. ROI and Poland both failed to beat us over 4 games and both looked ok in their opening matches.

[GlesgaeHibby]

Good call by the ref - the player dived.

Collum has done OK IMHO

Opinions eh? He was running at pace, and ****e stuck a leg out.

[Jim44]

Collum has lost the place. He was a few yards from a French trip up and waved play on. Is he playing the 'homer' ref role now?

[Lago]

I think we wouldve done ok. ROI and Poland both failed to beat us over 4 games and both looked ok in their opening matches.
It would be nice to think so:agree:

[Finn2015]

Why is pogba so well thought of? Looks far from the big money player he is supposed to be

[Mr White]

Goal france!

[Finn2015]

Got to feel for Albania, gutting

[SteveHFC]

France don't deserve that.

[MWHIBBIES]

Why is pogba so well thought of? Looks far from the big money player he is supposed to beFolk watch him every week, that's why. Exceptional player.

[Finn2015]

Folk watch him every week, that's why. Exceptional player.

Is he? Seen him quite a few times and I don't think he is exceptional but hey, whatever you say genius

[swin1875]

France the international Falkirk 😂

[Brightside]

Is he? Seen him quite a few times and I don't think he is exceptional but hey, whatever you say genius

He's very good indeed. Nowhere near the £50m that they talk about it but he;s very good.

[Aldo]

He's very good indeed. Nowhere near the £50m that they talk about it but he;s very good.

Try nearer £80 million. That was the price touted before euros!

[Finn2015]

He's very good indeed. Nowhere near the £50m that they talk about it but he;s very good.

Fair enough can take people having a different opinion and correcting or arguing with me, it's the sarcastic know it alls that get on ze tits

[MWHIBBIES]

He's very good indeed. Nowhere near the £50m that they talk about it but he;s very good.50 million would be a bargain for Pogba. Been talk of over 100 in recent weeks.

[Mon Dieu4]

Shocking pass by the rubbish Pogba

[Finn2015]

Shocking pass by the rubbish Pogba

Agree, the guy is world class.

[Lago]

Shocking pass by the rubbish Pogba
£50m pass:aok:

[Mon Dieu4]

Agree, the guy is world class.

I've done it before too, stated during the 2002 world cup that Oliver Khan was the most overrated keeper of all time, he basically got them to the final that year haha

[Glory Lurker]

France don't deserve that.

They did, really. If Giroud had been more accurate most of the time, and a couple of centimetres to the right that one time, the game would have been over a lot earlier. The French didn't do themselves any favours for big patches, but I don't think a victory was unfair.

[dmc1875]

Pogba in today's market is worth over £50m because he's young, quick, strong, big, athletic, has a great long range shot on him, great first touch and pass.

He literally ticks all boxes for a midfield player. Brilliant to watch at timeS for Juve

[SteveHFC]

Hopefully Albania beat Romania to finish 3rd in the group.

[hibsbollah]

The ball just didn't fall right for France all night. Slipping at the wrong time, bad decisions etc. But they've played average twice and came out with 6 points and they have Payet on outstanding form. Amazing atmosphere from the fans as well. I wouldn't be betting against them.

[Stax]

Feel for Albania, deserved a point but reminded me of numerous plucky Scotland performances over the years.

[eastterrace]

Feel for Albania, deserved a point but reminded me of numerous plucky Scotland performances over the years. they never deserved a point they just parked the bus , France pummelled them and deserved to win

[Hibrandenburg]

A Berlin mate of mine is Hertha daft and also a good Hibby! He put me up for the Union friendly a couple of years back and he was over for the final.Know what you mean about their colours but Berlin would be a fine trip for the Hibs (wrong thread!)....

Werder Bremen would be my dream game. They've much more on common with Hibs than Hertha. I was privileged enough to live there and follow them during the reign of König Otto.

[Hibrandenburg]

The only team I've been impressed with so far is Germany. Spain were ok but not very convincing.

Much as I hate to admit it, the Italians were great. Average age in the team is 31 and they showed that experience and teamwork counts.

[lyonhibs]

Willie Hills should just pay up on my bet of France to win, Payet top scorer now, don't you think?

[jacomo]

The ball just didn't fall right for France all night. Slipping at the wrong time, bad decisions etc. But they've played average twice and came out with 6 points and they have Payet on outstanding form. Amazing atmosphere from the fans as well. I wouldn't be betting against them.

Players slipping all over the place, especially late on. Strange.

Evra had an absolute mare too, nothing went right for him at all.

[hibsbollah]

Players slipping all over the place, especially late on. Strange.

Evra had an absolute mare too, nothing went right for him at all.

Evra just isn't very good anymore. Gets by on raw athleticism and being a bit intimidating but makes at least two radge unnecessary mistakes every time I see him play. Plus his teammates clearly hate him wherever he goes.

[Peevemor]

The ball just didn't fall right for France all night. Slipping at the wrong time, bad decisions etc. But they've played average twice and came out with 6 points and they have Payet on outstanding form. Amazing atmosphere from the fans as well. I wouldn't be betting against them.


Players slipping all over the place, especially late on. Strange.

Evra had an absolute mare too, nothing went right for him at all.

There was an ACDC concert held at the Vélodrome a month ago and it knackered the pitch. Didier Deschamps was going mental about it last night.

[MWHIBBIES]

Evra just isn't very good anymore. Gets by on raw athleticism and being a bit intimidating but makes at least two radge unnecessary mistakes every time I see him play. Plus his teammates clearly hate him wherever he goes.
Evra has been excellent for Juventus and just signed a new deal. Seems to be well liked by everyone there.

[Michael]

Wales are gonna be winning the euros at this rate.

[21.05.2016]

Sterling is a ridiculously over rated player

[Smartie]

Wales are gonna be winning the euros at this rate.

I don't think that's as mental as it sounds.

[Smartie]

Wales are gonna be winning the euros at this rate.

Nah, actually that is mental.

[SlickShoes]

England celebrating beating Wales like they've won the World Cup.

[Pretty Boy]

England deserved that.

Looks promising for both them and Wales to qualify now.

[The_Todd]

A point today and I'd agree but I reckon Russia will be looking at Wales and fancying their chances.

[Mr White]

No team scored more than 2 in a game yet. After 16 matches that's quite surprising!

[High-On-Hibs]

No team scored more than 2 in a game yet. After 16 matches that's quite surprising! Teams that you would expect to batter other teams aren't going to at this stage in the competition.

[livi hibs 1875]

the English hibsed it eh

[Jim44]

England celebrating beating Wales like they've won the World Cup.

I think England will get through. Wales have a chance. One thing I'm sure of is that England have little or no chance against Germany, spain or Italy.

[Mr White]

Teams that you would expect to batter other teams aren't going to at this stage in the competition.

Hmmm. It's unusual after this many games that no teams have scored over 2 and no game has produced more than 3 goals. Only 4 out of 16 games have produced 3 goals.

[Jim44]

I was impressed that the English TV pundits, while understandably happy and relieved, didn't start to gloat. Lineker had to spoil it tho' with his closing gambit - " Rio, can we win this?" Can't help themselves can they? :rolleyes:

[lucky]

England were the better side by far. They also should have had a penalty. They could do well in this tournament

[High-On-Hibs]

England were the better side by far. They also should have had a penalty. They could do well in this tournament Never a penalty.