The world cup thread

[MWHIBBIES]

Are Argentina the 1st team to win the new World Cup trophy 3 times?

Do they get to keep it?

No. Germany 74, 90, 14.

[Onion]

Deserved. Well won Argentina, thoroughly deserved. Messi is a footballing god. :thumbsup:

[cameronw-hfc]

Emi f*****g Martinez!!!!

[marinello59]

Argentina , worthy winners. Turned out to be a great final. And Messi has his winners medal. Happy days.

[HH81]

Great game of football.

[Sir David Gray]

Incredible, just incredible.

No words.

[SteveHFC]

Messi is better than Ronaldo confirmed.

[Pretty Boy]

Shame it ended with a bit of a damp squib of a shootout. 2 poor penalties killed them.

Gutted for Mbappe, a hat trick and he loses a final. Delighted for Messi obviously, scored 2 and played a huge part in a 3rd and was arguably overshadowed.

As I said earlier him lifting the trophy will be an iconic image. Glad I get to witness the greatest ever to do it have his moment of glory. My Grandad has Pele, my dad had Maradona and I've had Messi.

[HendoDelivered]

GOAT confirmed

[HH81]

Deserved. Well won Argentina, thoroughly deserved. Messi is a footballing god. :thumbsup:

If France had won it would have been deserved for them too.

[Betty Boop]

Omg scenes that was so emotional absolutely brilliant.

[MWHIBBIES]

Page 34 on this thread for a laugh.

[Donegal Hibby]

Can't believe that final, truly incredible , so happy for Messi , it was fate 🇦🇷🇦🇷

[Since452]

Absolutely gutted France didn't win but what a game. Mbappe deserved to lift the trophy.

[Pretty Boy]

If France had won it would have been deserved for them too.

Yep, the way they rallied at 2 down and 3-2 down was special.

Genuinely a shame either side had to lose that. If they had said you can let both teams share the trophy I'd have probably gone for that.

[Northernhibee]

Messi is better than Ronaldo confirmed.
There was never really a meaningful debate.

[Paulie Walnuts]

The greatest player the game has ever seen.

From a team point of view, what an exceptional World Cup from Argentina.

From losing the first game to what occurred today, they have shown an obscene level of character. They deserve that and then some.

[Alfred E Newman]

After watching that I can’t wait for the Livi game. :hyper

[Glory Lurker]

Je suis gutted.

[Hibby Bairn]

No. Germany 74, 90, 14.

Have Brazil not won it 5 times

[ekhibee]

Don't agree that France deserved anything out of the game. It would've been a ****in travesty if a team that were totally dominated for 80 minutes should lift the World Cup, that would've been a joke, and a bad one.

[Donegal Hibby]

Don't think I've felt this emotional watching a cup final since 2016 !!

[neil7908]

That was astonishing and cements Messi as the GOAT.

[Pretty Boy]

BBC playing the Argentinian commentary is brilliant.

[MWHIBBIES]

Have Brazil not won it 5 times

Not this particular trophy. Only twice. They kept the original Jules rimet after winning it 3x

[Lago]

After watching that I can’t wait for the Livi game. :hyper
Oh boy, back to domestic football, from fillet steak to cold porridge 🙁

[Northernhibee]

Would love to see both Ronaldo and Piers Morgan’s faces right now.

[hibsbollah]

The pure joy of what football can be.
I don’t think there’s a country that cares as much as Argentina and I’m so happy they won.
Mbappé and Messi, the best final ever.

[The Modfather]

Should have had Ronaldo in the studio!

Some game, pleased for Messi and those Argentinian fans who were unreal all tournament.

[HH81]

Don't agree that France deserved anything out of the game. It would've been a ****in travesty if a team that were totally dominated for 80 minutes should lift the World Cup, that would've been a joke, and a bad one.

Shall we just end every game at 80 mins then?

[green day]

Right result, great to see Messi win a WC.

[Paulie Walnuts]

Trying to remove bias from it (for obvious reasons with 2016) does anyone think that’s the best game they’ve ever seen?

I do.

[hibsbollah]

Shall we just end every game at 80 mins then?

:agree: France woke up when they had to and made it a legendary game.

[MWHIBBIES]

Trying to remove bias from it (for obvious reasons with 2016) does anyone think that’s the best game they’ve ever seen?

I do.

Certainly up there. Istanbul CL final was also absolutely incredible, one that sticks in the mind.

[Northernhibee]

Trying to remove bias from it (for obvious reasons with 2016) does anyone think that’s the best game they’ve ever seen?

I do.
No. So much of the game was abysmal with no ebb and flow, if it had been played more like that for the first eighty minutes then absolutely.

As it is, it’s still a classic and fitting for the crowning of Messi as the undisputed greatest.

[ekhibee]

Shall we just end every game at 80 mins then?

I dunno, maybe we should just play 10 minutes then go to extra time.

[WhileTheChief..]

Really enjoyed that, and most of the tournament.

Was never fussed about the results going into any of the games, it was nice just to enjoy them.

Deserved winners and runners up.

[Pretty Boy]

Get the trophy presented FFS.

Been standing about for hours.

[Lago]

Imagine the scenes in Buenos Aries just now

[HH81]

I dunno, maybe we should just play 10 minutes then go to extra time.

France just scored 3 goals in a world cup final. Also that chance in the last minute of ET should have been taken and they would have won by scoring 4.

[Onion]

Last minute chance for Kolo Muani will haunt him for the rest of his days.

[hibsbollah]

Get the trophy presented FFS.

Been standing about for hours.

I don’t care about seeing the presentation.
I want to see Infantino getting booed.

[Dmas]

Trying to remove bias from it (for obvious reasons with 2016) does anyone think that’s the best game they’ve ever seen?

I do.

Me

That was brilliant, normally these games have too much riding on them and disappoint that was magic though

[Northernhibee]

Last minute chance for Kolo Muani will haunt him for the rest of his days.
Nobody deserved to lose that game. It’s a cruel sport.

Did anyone else feel conflicted and not know how to react to the winning penalty?

[Onion]

Right result, great to see Messi win a WC.

Agreed. Argentina were amazing from the first to last minute. France did the square root to nothing for 80 mins, but nearly sneaked it because of one player.

[Pretty Boy]

I don’t care about seeing the presentation.
I want to see Infantino getting booed.

I'll enjoy that too.

I just feel sorry for the French players now. Argentina players have that anticipation of raising the trophy, French will just want out of there now.

[hibsbollah]

Nobody deserved to lose that game. It’s a cruel sport.

Did anyone else feel conflicted and not know how to react to the winning penalty?

He was brilliant when he came on, I’m glad it was someone that could have held his head high otherwise, if you know what I mean.

[hibsbollah]

Think it’s fair to say Mbappe didn’t want a chat with Macron there.

[SteveHFC]

Get on with it

[Pretty Boy]

Macron just about greeting is a lovely sight. One Frenchman I don't feel sorry for tonight.

[Pretty Boy]

Mbappe looking like the distant cousin who doesn't want to be there tagged on to the side of a wedding photograph.

[Alfred E Newman]

Disappointed the Argentina fans didn’t show a bit exuberance at the final whistle.

[Pretty Boy]

Let him go Macron FFS. He clearly doesn't want to talk to you.

[JoeT]

Need those weegie police horses from 2016 to clear the pitch here...... Get on with it

[hibsbollah]

Mbappe looking like the distant cousin who doesn't want to be there tagged on to the side of a wedding photograph.

Macron the unwanted uncle who has a slightly unsavoury reputation that nobody invited or likes.

[007]

Is that golden boot supposed to swivel around like that or has Mbappe broken it? 🤔😀

[hibsbollah]

Infantinos trainer suit combo is absolutely tragic

[Pretty Boy]

Infantinos trainer suit combo is absolutely tragic

A Poundland Jack Ross.

[CL0762]

Macron the unwanted uncle who has a slightly unsavoury reputation that nobody invited or likes.

Mbappe clearly didn’t want to be anywhere near him.

Embarrassing they make the runners up stand and wait like that.

[Alfred E Newman]

This is the longest cup presentation I’ve ever seen. Get a move on.

[Pretty Boy]

Get the **** out the way Infantino.

[007]

What's that they've got Messi wearing?

[Alfred E Newman]

What's that they've got Messi wearing?

They’ll have the tablecloth oot next.

[Sir David Gray]

What's that they've got Messi wearing?

The cape that the Sheikhs wear or whatever they're called in Qatar.

Bit much for me.

[Seekyit]

Well that didn’t take long.

[Colr]

Infantino is an arse.

[hibsbollah]

What's that they've got Messi wearing?

Borderline lingerie. It’s from the new ‘ Infantinos Secrets’ range.

[007]

Aguero doing a John Terry.

[Sylar]

Page 34 on this thread for a laugh.

Apart from one post saying they won't win the World Cup, I don't really see anything...?

What a final that was once it came to life. Positively boringly one-sided for the first 70+ minutes (though Argentina's second goal was sublime), but wow!

I'm delighted to see Messi win it, but I do feel for Mbappe - however, the future is strong for Les Bleus with all of their talented youth and a manager as good as Deschamps.

[Mon Dieu4]

Apart from one post saying they won't win the World Cup, I don't really see anything...?

What a final that was once it came to life. Positively boringly one-sided for the first 70+ minutes (though Argentina's second goal was sublime), but wow!

I'm delighted to see Messi win it, but I do feel for Mbappe - however, the future is strong for Les Bleus with all of their talented youth and a manager as good as Deschamps.

Deschamps is gone, Zizou next

[SteveHFC]

Any live pictures of Ronaldo tears yet?

[JoeT]

Did that just happen....?

[WeeRussell]

Apart from one post saying they won't win the World Cup, I don't really see anything...?.

I must be reading the wrong page too when looking for a laugh?

I do recall a poster moaning around the same time of that page about people bringing up posts they’d made weeks/months ago though.

[WeeRussell]

The cape that the Sheikhs wear or whatever they're called in Qatar.

Bit much for me.

Needless bad timing for me too. Not sure if it was meant as a bit of a joke or if the whole country would be offended by him refusing. But at that moment you just want him in his shirt and captain’s armband lifting the trophy.

No huge deal though. And he got it to **** quick enough afterwards 😁

[CropleyWasGod]

Not sure if this has been mentioned.

The BBC playing The Power of Love by Frankie Goes to Hollywood over their end credits. I hope it wasn't coincidence.

[Donegal Hibby]

My team of the tournament .

....................Martinez

Hakimi . Varane. Gvardiol . Hernandez .

..Modric. Macalister. Griezmann.

.........Alvarez. Messi. Mbappe.

[Donegal Hibby]

Any live pictures of Ronaldo tears yet?
Probably on the phone to Morgan explaining what went wrong and why Messi's world cup win doesn't count cause he wasn't there 😂

[heretoday]

Any live pictures of Ronaldo tears yet?

Yup. He was outside the bank. It's closed today.

[hibsbollah]

My team of the tournament .

....................Martinez

Hakimi . Varane. Gvardiol . Hernandez .

..Modric. Macalister. Griezmann.

.........Alvarez. Messi. Mbappe.

Not bad, I’d have Amrabat in CM for mcallister maybe, and I’m not sure about Hernandez either, he can’t defend, but then again I can’t think of a standout LB so can’t think of a better suggestion.

[LewysGot2]

Any live pictures of Ronaldo tears yet?

A Ronaldo WC Final Gogglebox episode would be priceless...

[Paulie Walnuts]

My team of the tournament .

....................Martinez

Hakimi . Varane. Gvardiol . Hernandez .

..Modric. Macalister. Griezmann.

.........Alvarez. Messi. Mbappe.

Hard to argue with that although I’d consider Amrabat or the other boy for Morocco whose name escapes me rather than Griezman or Modric. But even then it’d be close.

[Northernhibee]

Not sure if this has been mentioned.

The BBC playing The Power of Love by Frankie Goes to Hollywood over their end credits. I hope it wasn't coincidence.
The BBC have always been brilliant at end of tournament montages. I’m sure it was meant.

[WeeRussell]

Hard to argue with that although I’d consider Amrabat or the other boy for Morocco whose name escapes me rather than Griezman or Modric. But even then it’d be close.

Boufal perhaps?

[Donegal Hibby]

Not bad, I’d have Amrabat in CM for mcallister maybe, and I’m not sure about Hernandez either, he can’t defend, but then again I can’t think of a standout LB so can’t think of a better suggestion.
I did actually think of putting Amrabat in at one point though couldn't bring myself to drop any of the 3 I had already picked and couldn't think of anyone better to put in instead of Hernandez either . I did sway a bit on the keeper front as well with bono coming close , think he had only lost one goal before the semi final and is a marvelous singer also😂

[Mcbizz1998]

Needless bad timing for me too. Not sure if it was meant as a bit of a joke or if the whole country would be offended by him refusing. But at that moment you just want him in his shirt and captain’s armband lifting the trophy.

No huge deal though. And he got it to **** quick enough afterwards [emoji16]

Really bizarre. As you say just him in his shirt is the moment everyone wanted.

[hibsbollah]

I did actually think of putting Amrabat in at one point though couldn't bring myself to drop any of the 3 I had already picked and couldn't think of anyone better to put in instead of Hernandez either . I did sway a bit on the keeper front as well with bono coming close , think he had only lost one goal before the semi final and is a marvelous singer also😂

The Croatian keeper was amazing as well but after today I agree you can’t look past Martinez. The leg save from Coman tonight was unbelievable.

[Paulie Walnuts]

The Croatian keeper was amazing as well but after today I agree you can’t look past Martinez. The leg save from Coman tonight was unbelievable.

Now that they’ve gone on to win it that could arguably be the greatest ever save at a World Cup.

Absolutely obscene.

I genuinely think that’s been:

The best ever World Cup
The best ever final
The best ever save
The coronation of the greatest player of all time and imo the greatest athlete to ever live.

For all that’s been said about everything else surrounding the World Cup, from a purely footballing point of view it’s been simply incredible.

[EricM]

Really bizarre. As you say just him in his shirt is the moment everyone wanted.

If that final had been played in Scotland we would have all been delighted to see him lift the World Cup in a see you Jimmy hat

[Mcbizz1998]

If that final had been played in Scotland we would have all been delighted to see him lift the World Cup in a see you Jimmy hat

No, I really, really wouldn’t [emoji23]

[Donegal Hibby]

The Croatian keeper was amazing as well but after today I agree you can’t look past Martinez. The leg save from Coman tonight was unbelievable.
Yes it was a great save at a very crucial time . One guy I would have liked to have seen more of was the Canadian young player ( whose name escapes me now) who was so quick?

[Paulie Walnuts]

Yes it was a great save at a very crucial time . One guy I would have liked to have seen more of was the Canadian young player ( whose name escapes me now) who was so quick?

Alphonso Davies? Or David Wotherspoon? :greengrin

[The Spaceman]

That was such a privilege to watch.

We have witnessed history tonight. The greatest player of all time with his last shot at the ultimate glory has done it and pulled an iconic tournament-long performance to do it. Two goals for Lionel Messi in a World Cup Final. An ice-cold first penalty in the shoot-out. Beating the holders despite Mbappe scoring a hattrick.

We will never see anything like this again and I for one would be happy if that is the peak of non-Hibs/Scotland football I’ll ever get to see.

[Paulie Walnuts]

That was such a privilege to watch.

We have witnessed history tonight. The greatest player of all time with his last shot at the ultimate glory has done it and pulled an iconic tournament-long performance to do it. Two goals for Lionel Messi in a World Cup Final. An ice-cold first penalty in the shoot-out. Beating the holders despite Mbappe scoring a hattrick.

We will never see anything like this again and I for one would be happy if that is the peak of non-Hibs/Scotland football I’ll ever get to see.

Agree with all of this.

I said it earlier but if people think Maradona single handedly won a World Cup then Messi has blown that out the water - although I believe neither of them single handedly won anything and it’s massively disrespectful to their team mates to suggest as such. Same for both them at club level.

That was simply greatness tonight, from both Messi and Mbappe. That felt like a coronation. It felt like the natural end to Messi’s career but at the same time it felt like a passing of the torch to Mbappe. It’s put an end to any debate. He’s the greatest footballer of all time. He’s probably the greatest athlete of all time imo.

If I was Messi (tbf I hope he doesn’t) I’d be looking into whether I could call it a day right now. If he announced his retirement after that it would be an absolutely iconic end to the best career there’s ever been in sport having won what I would argue was the greatest single sporting contest in history.

A storyline like this one will be almost impossible for anyone to ever match.

[cabbageandribs1875]

the marbles got it right ɢᴀʙʏsᴛᴀғᴇ on Twitter: "#jeremylynchofficial World Cup Final Marble Prediction 🙏 🇦🇷 https://t.co/K8xwq3IzvO" / Twitter (https://twitter.com/gabystafe_/status/1604226471995641857) :greengrin

[Donegal Hibby]

Alphonso Davies? Or David Wotherspoon? :greengrin
Davies or Witherspoon? Think it was Davies. :thumbsup: Had a debate on RTE after the final with some of the panel saying Di Maria's goal was the best in a world cup final ever I'm sure there would be other contenders to though .

[Paulie Walnuts]

Davies or Witherspoon? Think it was Davies. :thumbsup: Had a debate on RTE after the final with some of the panel saying Di Maria's goal was the best in a world cup final ever I'm sure there would be other contenders to though .

It has to be up there.

An outstanding team goal, the kind that you love to see as a football fan.

[Callum_62]

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[Pretty Boy]

26348

Maradona with the Nostradamus impression.

[Fuzzywuzzy]

I think Messi should have taken that cloak off and told them where to shove it. He's a football legend not a ****ing lapdog. Infantino wants to play **** games like this, get him to ****. Get him to **** anyway

[Paulie Walnuts]

Without giving the sitting on the fence answer of “whoever wins it deserves it”, does anyone think Argentina weren’t worthy winners?

Over the piece I think they’ve been the best team but on top of that, they’ve shown some real character. They could have folded after Saudi Arabia. They could have folded after Netherlands. They probably should have folded after tonight when it went to 2-2 and almost definitely should have folded when it went to 3-3.

Absolutely exceptional from the Argies. The character and resilience they’ve shown has been incredible. There’s something special about seeing a success story in sports that has no shortage of sheer grit, determination, coming back from blow after blow and a will to win. It’s what made 2016 so special for us.

[StirlingHibee]

That was a joy to watch. Notwithstanding the legitimate concerns about where it was held I thoroughly enjoyed the tournament. Di Maria's goal was simply sensational. So happy for Messi and judging by what I've seen on social media it's lifted the whole country who are having it harder than most at the moment. Only Football has the power to do that.

[Mcbizz1998]

26348

Maradona with the Nostradamus impression.

That’s quite spooky!

[Pretty Boy]

Keep things on track, personal insults, settling scores etc etc.

You know the drill. Try and keept things civil.

[Glory Lurker]

That’s quite spooky!

I don't get it?

[Glory Lurker]

As for this Messi is the GOAT stuff, has he won Scottish titles at three non-OF clubs? When he does this, we can have a chat.

[Paulie Walnuts]

Keep things on track, personal insults, settling scores etc etc.

You know the drill. Try and keept things civil.

:aok:

[Donegal Hibby]

After losing there first game 2-1 I honestly thought they were going to struggle in the world cup but they got there act together and played some good stuff , besides having the best player in the world they probably had luck on there side at times as well winning 2 penalty shootout's . Messi showed in the final not only is he the best but he's also a team player ( unlike Ronaldo ) . Real fitting end to Messi's last world cup with him winning the greatest prize of them all :not worth

[SHODAN]

As for this Messi is the GOAT stuff, has he won Scottish titles at three non-OF clubs? When he does this, we can have a chat.

To be fair...

https://players.fcbarcelona.com/en/match/g0844-hibernian-barcelona

[cameronw-hfc]

After losing there first game 2-1 I honestly thought they were going to struggle in the world cup but they got there act together and played some good stuff , besides having the best player in the world they probably had luck on there side at times as well winning 2 penalty shootout's . Messi showed in the final not only is he the best but he's also a team player ( unlike Ronaldo ) . Real fitting end to Messi's last world cup with him winning the greatest prize of them all :not worth


I told my dad after the first game it's a good omen. Spain lost to the swiss in 2010 when they won, Germany drew their second game vs Ghana in 2014 and the French drew with Denmark in 2018. Seems to be a trend the winners drop points in the group stages vs someone they shouldn't be dropping points to. Hit their wobble early on and built from there.

[basehibby]

Have not read the thread but surely not the first to comment that was the most enjoyable football match I've seen since 21st May 2016. Delighted for Messi - a legend and a true gent.

[s.a.m]

Don't think I've felt this emotional watching a cup final since 2016 !!
Me too. Heart was pounding through the end of normal time to the final whistle. I'm knackered.

[s.a.m]

A Ronaldo WC Final Gogglebox episode would be priceless...

:tee hee:

[s.a.m]

Yep, the way they rallied at 2 down and 3-2 down was special.

Genuinely a shame either side had to lose that. If they had said you can let both teams share the trophy I'd have probably gone for that.

Yup. Great final. France are my non-Scotland tournament team, but i'm happy for Argentina. A share would have been my ideal finish.

[MWHIBBIES]

The Croatian keeper was amazing as well but after today I agree you can’t look past Martinez. The leg save from Coman tonight was unbelievable.

Livakovic was robbed a bit, though. Had a much better tournament overall.

18 more saves, and a far better save percentage.

https://i.redd.it/5416npm97r6a1.png

[Northernhibee]

Still can’t believe what we saw last night. Felt more like a Wrestlemania main event than a game of football. The end of an era of Messi for Argentina deserves no less than an epic and we got that and more.

[Hibby70]

I don't get it?

Me neither - or is he saying Scotland will win it?

[Stairway 2 7]

Buenos Aires looks fun wow. On the other hand riots in a number of French cities

https://mobile.twitter.com/GaryLineker/status/1604726750700765184

[Stairway 2 7]

1x victory over Hibernian

10x La Liga

1x Ligue 1

7x Copa del Rey

7x Supercopa de España

4x Champions League

3x UEFA Super Cup

3x Club World Cup

7x Ballon d’Or

1x Copa America

1x World Cup

Incredible

[Mcbizz1998]

Me neither - or is he saying Scotland will win it?

His thump is directly under the Qatar flag.

Equally, could have been Scotland depending on how you look at it.

[ekhibee]

Without giving the sitting on the fence answer of “whoever wins it deserves it”, does anyone think Argentina weren’t worthy winners?

Over the piece I think they’ve been the best team but on top of that, they’ve shown some real character. They could have folded after Saudi Arabia. They could have folded after Netherlands. They probably should have folded after tonight when it went to 2-2 and almost definitely should have folded when it went to 3-3.

Absolutely exceptional from the Argies. The character and resilience they’ve shown has been incredible. There’s something special about seeing a success story in sports that has no shortage of sheer grit, determination, coming back from blow after blow and a will to win. It’s what made 2016 so special for us.

No, I think Argentina deserved it, no doubt, they got stronger as the tournament went on. The game against Holland was quite like the final with the Netherlands only starting g to play in the last part of normal time. France got to the final because of slick finishing g. They were totally outplayed by England, Morocco and Argentina for long parts of the game but still came back. Good team

[HoboHarry]

Who was MOM for the final?

[CL0762]

Who was MOM for the final?

Messi got it.

Should’ve been Di Maria though. Mbappe only came to life in the last 10 mins of normal time.

[HoboHarry]

Messi got it.

Should’ve been Di Maria though. Mbappe only came to life in the last 10 mins of normal time.
It was Mac Allister for me, thought he was superb. Ah well.....

[Donegal Hibby]

It was Mac Allister for me, thought he was superb. Ah well.....
Yeah he was mine too though Di Maria did have a good game too but Macalister was fantastic

[CL0762]

Agree that Mac Allister was superb, just for me it felt like Di Maria was the difference especially in the first half. Made Kounde look like a rookie

[Hibby70]

His thump is directly under the Qatar flag.

Equally, could have been Scotland depending on how you look at it.


Scotland v Trinidad And Tobago final in 2038

[Renfrew_Hibby]

Buenos Aires looks fun wow. On the other hand riots in a number of French cities

https://mobile.twitter.com/GaryLineker/status/1604726750700765184



A wee wander through the celebrations immediately after the game.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=acUks77flIY

[Donegal Hibby]

It was Mac Allister for me, thought he was superb. Ah well.....
Was reading a article that his ancestors could be traced back to both Ireland and Scotland , didn't mention were in Ireland but did say FIFE in Scotland

[Donegal Hibby]

I've been watching lots of stuff on the world cup today and came on this which I enjoyed , apologies if you have already seen it and if you haven't I hope you enjoy it too👍 .
https://youtu.be/aYO6nygs9oo

[ACLeith]

Was reading a article that his ancestors could be traced back to both Ireland and Scotland , didn't mention were in Ireland but did say FIFE in Scotland

And he has a brother called Kevin! He's one of our own

[Donegal Hibby]

And he has a brother called Kevin! He's one of our own
I have no comeback on that one. :thumbsup:

[HoboHarry]

And he has a brother called Kevin! He's one of our own

Does he play in England as well? Or is he Home Alone?

[Lago]

Was reading a article that his ancestors could be traced back to both Ireland and Scotland , didn't mention were in Ireland but did say FIFE in Scotland
The Kingdom of Fife 👌

[cabbageandribs1875]

Infantino now wants to have a WC every three years starting after 2030

because he loves the commercial success


that's all that matters of course :rolleyes:

[CMac1988]

Infantino is a ****. That's all.

[Yorkshire HFC]

Infantino is a ****. That's all.

But how will his bosses judge him?

They don't care what the fans think. He somehow seems to have managed to give Qatar some good PR out of this tournament, so I'd guess they will think he's done a good job. Which means the bribery and corruption will continue - money is their God. If they can hold the tournament more often, in richer countries, in (European) winter, then that is what will happen.

It's like a lot of things in life - the rich will get their way.

Which isn't to say that I don't think there are things we can learn from how they held the tournament - I think restrictions on alcohol are a good thing and it helps the atmosphere. I didn't hear of any hooligan related incidents. I've had my enjoyment of several games in Scotland ruined by drunks. I'm sure there are other positives...........

[hibsbollah]

But how will his bosses judge him?

They don't care what the fans think. He somehow seems to have managed to give Qatar some good PR out of this tournament, so I'd guess they will think he's done a good job. Which means the bribery and corruption will continue - money is their God. If they can hold the tournament more often, in richer countries, in (European) winter, then that is what will happen.

It's like a lot of things in life - the rich will get their way.

Which isn't to say that I don't think there are things we can learn from how they held the tournament - I think restrictions on alcohol are a good thing and it helps the atmosphere. I didn't hear of any hooligan related incidents. I've had my enjoyment of several games in Scotland ruined by drunks. I'm sure there are other positives...........

I’ve loved this World Cup, it’s had the ridiculous drama, thrilling games, all the narratives you can shake a stick at and the best final by a mile. But I’m sorry it was ever played there and I’m sorry such a rotten regime will be associated with such a beautiful exhibition.

[Yorkshire HFC]

I’ve loved this World Cup, it’s had the ridiculous drama, thrilling games, all the narratives you can shake a stick at and the best final by a mile. But I’m sorry it was ever played there and I’m sorry such a rotten regime will be associated with such a beautiful exhibition.

I'd always said that Argentina was the best World Cup - but I enjoyed this one more. Also, if it had been held in the summer, when the weather was good, then I wouldn't have watched half as much as I did. But it should never have been given to Qatar.

[neil7908]

I’ve loved this World Cup, it’s had the ridiculous drama, thrilling games, all the narratives you can shake a stick at and the best final by a mile. But I’m sorry it was ever played there and I’m sorry such a rotten regime will be associated with such a beautiful exhibition.

Agreed. The final showed the beauty and power of football but sadly the game is only going in one direction and Qatar is just the tip of the iceberg.

Saudi Arabia is now being mooted as a potential host...

Fwiw I think the winter timing was great. Players clearly had more in the tank and its nice to have something a bit more exotic than Hibs vs Kilmarnock to enjoy in the cold and dark weather.

[Colr]

Well done to England for bringing home the fair play award - the prize for flouncing about without being able to land a tackle.

[StirlingHibee]

I’ve loved this World Cup, it’s had the ridiculous drama, thrilling games, all the narratives you can shake a stick at and the best final by a mile. But I’m sorry it was ever played there and I’m sorry such a rotten regime will be associated with such a beautiful exhibition.


I too have loved this World Cup and the final was truly spectacular. I share your concerns with regards to the Qatar regime, however, I do wonder if there will be the same moral outrage when 2026 comes around. Mexico continues to have horrific and significant human rights violations, Canada (my home country) has long standing systemic discrimination against indigenous people and the USA (where would we begin with that country?).

[jacomo]

Overall I think the quality was very high.

There’s been this assumption this century that the Champions League is now the pinnacle as a footballing spectacle, but I don’t think that’s true. Plenty of teams delivered really, really good performances.

[jacomo]

I too have loved this World Cup and the final was truly spectacular. I share your concerns with regards to the Qatar regime, however, I do wonder if there will be the same moral outrage when 2026 comes around. Mexico continues to have horrific and significant human rights violations, Canada (my home country) has long standing systemic discrimination against indigenous people and the USA (where would we begin with that country?).


There’s also the point that the Qatar World Cup has been the most wasteful environmentally. And the naked corruption and celebration of money above all else.

The empty seats at every match and VIPs not bothering to be in their seats made me sick.

Let’s see what’s happening with these white elephant stadia a few years from now.