***Official 2026 World Cup Thread***

[Letterkenny]

Isn't the point of the scene that Don DEEPLY cares what Ginsberg thinks, after a long build up of Ginsberg's work overshadowing his, and this is an expression of his insecurity?

Yes

 

[CloneJD]

Guys like Doku don’t need to score to have massive impacts

I don’t disagree but Belgium scored 3 only after he and de bruyne were subbed off vs senegal.

Lukaku is good for a burst but his fitness would hold him back.

 

[coolerifyoudid]

This match has it all. Goodness.

At this point I’m looking for an equalizer and then someone on Mexico to lose their head and get a red to put it back to even out there. This needs extra time!

Anthony Gordon's speed was on full display last night. Dude has wheels

 

[harimad]

I get that spiking someone is dangerous, even if it's unintentional. My point is running someone over is also dangerous, usually intentional, and is typically just a common foul.

One unintentional, but dangerous play is given a red card and multi-game suspension.
One intentional and dangerous play is given a normal foul with not even a yellow card.

You aren’t breaking someone’s leg with a push or a shove. A slide tackle is risky. If you tackle recklessly, you’re getting booked. It’s that simple.

 

[harimad]

"Moving screens in basketball" have entered the chat.

Travelling, carrying, “continuation” too while we’re at it

 

[harimad]

. But go off on things you know nothing about.

Was this intentional? Are you just ******* with us? Because that finisher after your observations about the rules of the game is high comedy.

 

[jcf817]

this observation is high comedy.

Cute

 

[coolerifyoudid]

Spain with the late goal

 

[cyfanatic13]

That’s heartbreaking for Portugal. Bowing out after getting caught napping in the 91st minute

 

[harimad]

Spain with the late goal

There have been so many 90’ go ahead or tying goals this WC. It’s been fantastic.

 

[GMackey32]

Did Spain borrow their match strategy from the Brands Bros?

 

[cycloneman003]

Would have been an impossible call to make, but sure seems like Portugal would have been better off not sticking with Ronaldo all tournament long. Just doesn't seem like he's got the legs anymore to really shine at highest level. Better options sitting on the bench while they are dying for a goal.

 

[awd4cy]

Would have been an impossible call to make, but sure seems like Portugal would have been better off not sticking with Ronaldo all tournament long. Just doesn't seem like he's got the legs anymore to really shine at highest level. Better options sitting on the bench while they are dying for a goal.

Almost every Portugal attack died at his feet.

 

[HouClone]

If FIFA reversed the decision due to the US President threatening FIFA, then I almost want the US to lose for integrity if Balo plays. Don't want to win when you know it is wrong. Hope the coach holds him out if FIFA truly was going to uphold the red card. No way should politics or threats enter into the FIFA decision. And I am saying this as a supporter that the red card was not warranted.

 

[1UNI2ISU]

Lol. FIFA is certainly known for their integrity.

Don't hate the player, hate the game.

 

[AllInForISU]

If FIFA reversed the decision due to the US President threatening FIFA, then I almost want the US to lose for integrity if Balo plays. Don't want to win when you know it is wrong. Hope the coach holds him out if FIFA truly was going to uphold the red card. No way should politics or threats enter into the FIFA decision. And I am saying this as a supporter that the red card was not warranted.

There has been no indication that this was the case.

 

[apiaryaviary1]

There has been no indication that this was the case.

I posted an abundance of conflict of interest and special favor evidence that has since magically disappeared into the mod ether, but is also pretty easily google-able.

 

[AppleCornCy]

If FIFA reversed the decision due to the US President threatening FIFA, then I almost want the US to lose for integrity if Balo plays. Don't want to win when you know it is wrong. Hope the coach holds him out if FIFA truly was going to uphold the red card. No way should politics or threats enter into the FIFA decision. And I am saying this as a supporter that the red card was not warranted.

If I gave my full opinion on the US President… yeah, I better not.

But let’s not act like there hasn’t been corruption and BS calls in the World Cup since forever. The last time this happened, it helped Brazil win one of their five championships. Pele was hurt and playing with another guy suspended would have been tough to overcome.

We’re officially treating soccer like the SEC treats football now.

 

[HouClone]

There has been no indication that this was the case.

Then Balo should play. My point is if FIFA reversed their decision on a threat, then it is wrong for Balo to play.

 

[awd4cy]

If FIFA reversed the decision due to the US President threatening FIFA, then I almost want the US to lose for integrity if Balo plays. Don't want to win when you know it is wrong. Hope the coach holds him out if FIFA truly was going to uphold the red card. No way should politics or threats enter into the FIFA decision. And I am saying this as a supporter that the red card was not warranted.

We get it man, you hate our country. It doesn’t make you noble or edgy. Cheer for Belgium all you want.