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Re: 5 Things We Learned From The World Cup So Far by uzoma213(m): 7:38pm On Jun 19, 2018
Highbrow:
1 A World Cup Of Penalties

One of the major things discovered in this World Cup is the high number of penalties awarded in the early stage. In the first round of matches, more than 8 penalties have already been awarded.

Cristiano Ronaldo scored a penalty against Spain.
Antoine Griezmann scored a penalty against Australia.
Miles Jedinak scored a penalty against France.
Lionel Messi missed a penalty against Iceland.
Christian Cueva missed a penalty against Denmark.
Luka Modric scored a penalty against Nigeria.
Andras Granqvist scored a penalty against South Korea.
Ferjani Sassi scored a penalty against England.
Shinji Kagawa scored a penalty against Colombia.

2 Big Guns Are Misfiring

Many of the big teams are misfiring already in the World Cup. Who would have thought Brazil would not obliterate Switzerland? Or who would have thought Argentina wouldn't annihilate Iceland? How about Germany?!

3 Nigeria Have Everything Wrong Except Their Jersey

From wrong tactics by the coach to lethargic team performance. The play of the Super Eagles have been woeful at best and the only saving grace is the fact that they have the best jersey in the tournament. That's some succour, right? Their play is so bad that they may be taking over the position of the whipping boys mantra from Iceland.

4 VAR Is Spot On

There have been controversial decisions that the VAR has resolved. From deciding the right card to be given to a player if the referee misses the incident to awarding a correct penalty, the referee's work is easier and fans are loving this. With the VAR, there are less scandals.

5 Ronaldo And Messi Have Contrasting Starts

While Ronaldo, popularly called Penaldo, has three goals in the World Cup from one match, Messi, popularly known as the GOAT even though Ronaldo's fans are jealous of this and are trying to call Ronaldo the GOAT too, has no goals yet. While Ronaldo has converted his preferred kick, the penalty, Messi has missed. Remember, though, that the end justifies the means!

you are definitely a Messi fan, I mean the female goat..
Re: 5 Things We Learned From The World Cup So Far by uzoma213(m): 7:44pm On Jun 19, 2018
IgweIgweIgwe:
Same penalty that Messi finds hard to convert. Couldn't score a penalty in UCL 2012 against Chelsea in ..
Couldn't score a penalty in the Copy America finals against Chile...
He should continue counting his take-ons grin
Goals win you football matches! Ronaldo gets all those important goals!
Messi could be be the goat! Ronaldo is the goatherder grin
you deserve an accolade
Re: 5 Things We Learned From The World Cup So Far by Maxcollins042(m): 7:46pm On Jun 19, 2018
Highbrow:
1 A World Cup Of Penalties

One of the major things discovered in this World Cup is the high number of penalties awarded in the early stage. In the first round of matches, more than 8 penalties have already been awarded.

Cristiano Ronaldo scored a penalty against Spain.
Antoine Griezmann scored a penalty against Australia.
Miles Jedinak scored a penalty against France.
Lionel Messi missed a penalty against Iceland.
Christian Cueva missed a penalty against Denmark.
Luka Modric scored a penalty against Nigeria.
Andras Granqvist scored a penalty against South Korea.
Ferjani Sassi scored a penalty against England.
Shinji Kagawa scored a penalty against Colombia.

2 Big Guns Are Misfiring

Many of the big teams are misfiring already in the World Cup. Who would have thought Brazil would not obliterate Switzerland? Or who would have thought Argentina wouldn't annihilate Iceland? How about Germany?!

3 Nigeria Have Everything Wrong Except Their Jersey

From wrong tactics by the coach to lethargic team performance. The play of the Super Eagles have been woeful at best and the only saving grace is the fact that they have the best jersey in the tournament. That's some succour, right? Their play is so bad that they may be taking over the position of the whipping boys mantra from Iceland.

4 VAR Is Spot On

There have been controversial decisions that the VAR has resolved. From deciding the right card to be given to a player if the referee misses the incident to awarding a correct penalty, the referee's work is easier and fans are loving this. With the VAR, there are less scandals.

5 Ronaldo And Messi Have Contrasting Starts

While Ronaldo, popularly called Penaldo, has three goals in the World Cup from one match, Messi, popularly known as the GOAT even though Ronaldo's fans are jealous of this and are trying to call Ronaldo the GOAT too, has no goals yet. While Ronaldo has converted his preferred kick, the penalty, Messi has missed. Remember, though, that the end justifies the means!

I disagree with number 4 as the VAR is not 100% spot on. It has even created more controversy than stemming it from rearing its head.

The Eng Vs Tunisia game would corroborate my claim. Harry Kane was wrestled to the ground inside the Eagle's penalty box on numerous occasions and the ref never deemed it fit to consult the VAR. England should have been awarded many spotkicks.

The goal against Brazil by Switzerland should never have stood as replays showed that a foul took place by the Swiss side before the ball rolled into the back of the net.

The VAR is even going to court more controversies as the tournament progresses.
Re: 5 Things We Learned From The World Cup So Far by Histrings08(m): 7:47pm On Jun 19, 2018
Ur opinion bro
1x2x3:


A goat hoping on luck on 3 occasions isn't a real goat.
Re: 5 Things We Learned From The World Cup So Far by Nobody: 7:48pm On Jun 19, 2018
uzoma213:
you are definitely a Messi fan, I mean the female goat..

Re: 5 Things We Learned From The World Cup So Far by uzoma213(m): 7:49pm On Jun 19, 2018
RexTramadol1:




You also forgot the UCL 2008 finals

How can Cech save the herder's PK??

Come back when your herder reaches a World Cup final, then we will discuss.

is it by reaching world cup finals?
why not try and win something with your country....
cry cry Messi fans, ona go follow am retire after this world cup

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Re: 5 Things We Learned From The World Cup So Far by Nobody: 7:50pm On Jun 19, 2018
uzoma213:
you deserve an accolade
Just call me Igwe!

Re: 5 Things We Learned From The World Cup So Far by uzoma213(m): 7:54pm On Jun 19, 2018
IgweIgweIgwe:
Just call me Igwe!
IGWE!
Re: 5 Things We Learned From The World Cup So Far by Nobody: 7:55pm On Jun 19, 2018
uzoma213:
IGWE!
It shall be well with you my brother!
Re: 5 Things We Learned From The World Cup So Far by Blonchilli(m): 7:55pm On Jun 19, 2018
Elzends:
6. The secret of this world cup is young, vibrant and hungry squad

7. Nothing as sexy as a female football fan....damn

8. Disregard number 5
✌
I hope she has something to cover that top after the result grin

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Re: 5 Things We Learned From The World Cup So Far by Deltayankeeboi: 8:28pm On Jun 19, 2018
RexTramadol1:
[s]




You also forgot the UCL 2008 finals


How can Cech save the herder's PK??


Come back when your herder reaches a World Cup final, then we will discuss. [/s]


come back when messi wins a major trophy with argentina. 3 continental finals + 1 world cup final. All of them lost. Go hide your face in shame.

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Re: 5 Things We Learned From The World Cup So Far by Deltayankeeboi: 8:38pm On Jun 19, 2018
Histrings08:
[s] He reached 3 finals nd lost, that was luck against him in case u don't know, tz not that he underperformed... At the euro competition, Ronaldo did no or little thing spectacular.. [/s]
Rubbish. go and hide your face in shame. 4 major finals back to back. Messi could not manage to win one. What a big shame. Messi is a disgrace to the likes of maradona. If you no get trophy with your country, hide your face.

Ororo is the fvcking greatest of all time.


I can't remember the last time RONALDO THE GOAT lost in a major final.

If you are so good, do something for your country. Messi lost 4 finals, could not help it but started crying like a baby that he wants to retire. What a shame and a high level of unpatrotism.


EURO2016 champions_ CHAMPIONS LEAGUE 3 TIMES IN A ROLL. Till your midget dies, he can never dream of RONALDO THE GOAT's achievement and records. Now who is the beast.

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Re: 5 Things We Learned From The World Cup So Far by ClintonNzedimma(m): 9:00pm On Jun 19, 2018
just one bad day and everybody has forgotten who messi is....wow

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Re: 5 Things We Learned From The World Cup So Far by Ryocaj(m): 9:27pm On Jun 19, 2018
Wat kind of shitty writer displays his own prejudice in a public write up such as dis intended 2 enlighten.. we all know u r a Messi fan from ur bullshit write up.. u just made Messi look inferior unknowingly..

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Re: 5 Things We Learned From The World Cup So Far by ManiCypher(m): 9:29pm On Jun 19, 2018
Rubbish barca post.. reeks of jealousy
Re: 5 Things We Learned From The World Cup So Far by iamharkinwaley: 9:35pm On Jun 19, 2018
Op nah Eleribu aswear , your write up shows you're a messi fan ,
iffa see you cum create unnecessary thread here again

Re: 5 Things We Learned From The World Cup So Far by Acepen(m): 9:49pm On Jun 19, 2018
1x2x3:
I know only one GOAT....... RONALDO.

If Messi is the goat then he should prove it.
messi Need Not Prove Anything Missing A Penalty Does Not Make Him Less,we Are Talking About Someone With 5 Ballon D Or Title, Dont B Partial In Ur Judgement

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Re: 5 Things We Learned From The World Cup So Far by Acepen(m): 9:58pm On Jun 19, 2018
Deltayankeeboi:
Rubbish. go and hide your face in shame. 4 major finals back to back. Messi could not manage to win one. What a big shame. Messi is a disgrace to the likes of maradona. If you no get trophy with your country, hide your face.

Ororo is the fvcking greatest of all time.


I can't remember the last time RONALDO THE GOAT lost in a major final.

If you are so good, do something for your country. Messi lost 4 finals, could not help it but started crying like a baby that he wants to retire. What a shame and a high level of unpatrotism.


EURO2016 champions_ CHAMPIONS LEAGUE 3 TIMES IN A ROLL. Till your midget dies, he can never dream of RONALDO THE GOAT's achievement and records. Now who is the beast.
use Ur Messi Hatred And Wipe Ur Dirty Ass,u Can Hate All U Like Messi Is A God.
Re: 5 Things We Learned From The World Cup So Far by sprints1: 10:24pm On Jun 19, 2018
u forgot to add over 0.5 has been working...
Re: 5 Things We Learned From The World Cup So Far by Histrings08(m): 10:28pm On Jun 19, 2018
If u have to expend all this energy to defend him, then he's not the best.. Messi is the GOAT.. infact, the word goat was first use to describe Messi b4 u people start making it all bout Ronaldo cry
Deltayankeeboi:
Rubbish. go and hide your face in shame. 4 major finals back to back. Messi could not manage to win one. What a big shame. Messi is a disgrace to the likes of maradona. If you no get trophy with your country, hide your face.

Ororo is the fvcking greatest of all time.


I can't remember the last time RONALDO THE GOAT lost in a major final.

If you are so good, do something for your country. Messi lost 4 finals, could not help it but started crying like a baby that he wants to retire. What a shame and a high level of unpatrotism.


EURO2016 champions_ CHAMPIONS LEAGUE 3 TIMES IN A ROLL. Till your midget dies, he can never dream of RONALDO THE GOAT's achievement and records. Now who is the beast.

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Re: 5 Things We Learned From The World Cup So Far by tafat: 11:09pm On Jun 19, 2018
i dey tell you, the penalties in this world cup plenty, maybe i will have to visit betway and see what odds they have on penalties

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Re: 5 Things We Learned From The World Cup So Far by aoshea18: 2:27am On Jun 20, 2018
Rubbish post.who calls Ronaldo penaldo? Who calls Messi the GOAT? I guess Messi scored a hat trick in his first game? Or led his team to win the 3rd champions league trophy in a row?
Re: 5 Things We Learned From The World Cup So Far by bamoski4real: 4:41am On Jun 20, 2018
ayusco85:
Another thing we learnt is

Never trust a Pig. Ask Nigerians

True talk. Take lzaa for example
Re: 5 Things We Learned From The World Cup So Far by Nobody: 7:44am On Jun 20, 2018
most nigerians are now mathematicians calculating nigeria's chance of qualifying

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Re: 5 Things We Learned From The World Cup So Far by Oscafemi(m): 8:48am On Jun 20, 2018
Elzends:
6. The secret of this world cup is young, vibrant and hungry squad

7. Nothing as sexy as a female football fan....damn

8. Disregard number 5
✌
chaiiiiiiii bad luck
Re: 5 Things We Learned From The World Cup So Far by AceDomino(m): 9:22am On Jun 20, 2018
Where was the VAR during those Tunisia VS England penalties incidents?
Re: 5 Things We Learned From The World Cup So Far by LZAA: 9:25am On Jun 20, 2018
bamoski4real:


True talk. Take lzaa for example

Re: 5 Things We Learned From The World Cup So Far by topefelix799(m): 1:18pm On Jun 20, 2018
a world cup of Own goals
Re: 5 Things We Learned From The World Cup So Far by Grundman(m): 8:40pm On Jun 20, 2018
CR7 is the best
Highest goal in Championships league
3 consecutive champions league
In his first two appearance in the world: scores in the first 5 minutes

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Re: 5 Things We Learned From The World Cup So Far by abumeinben(m): 7:22pm On Jun 22, 2018
gentlegenius:

Which second match will you win?
Is it the same Iceland that I watched against Argentina?
Why do you guys like running away from reality?
Your team is not good enough to play in the world cup. Accept this reality to avoid further disappointment. The Iceland team I saw has one of the best defense in the tournament. So how do you score against them?
And if you don't score how will you win?
Even if our boys will turn up and play well, the best result they can get is a draw.

I'm waiting for you

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