***Official Football (Soccer) Thread:[R] All leagues and competitions*** part 16

[AnotherScorpion]

I like how it was a Spanish ref who gave Mandzukic the phantom yellow card to have him out for a match against surprise surprise a Spanish side.

oh why don't you just stfu with this conspiracy bs, Barcelona been victim of some dodgy decisions and referring with both Milan and PSG benefiting. What do you have to say about that? when this **** gonna end!

[kabs13]

Holy sh*t, have you read this? Jose Mourinho picks a random Mexican cleaner (RM fan) who flew to Madrid without any money and takes him to Old Trafford..incredible story.

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/foo...-his-life.html

A lifelong Real Madrid fan, who waxes floors for living, was plucked from obscurity to join Jose Mourinho's backroom staff for the Champions League victory over Manchester United at Old Trafford in an extraordinary tale of dedication, generosity and goodwill.

[AnotherScorpion]

had to post this as I find it funny.

[Future24]

oh why don't you just stfu with this conspiracy bs, Barcelona been victim of some dodgy decisions and referring with both Milan and PSG benefiting. What do you have to say about that? when this **** gonna end!

Maybe Bayern should go complain like Barca does after every call that goes against them.

[AnotherScorpion]

Maybe Bayern should go complain like Barca does after every call that goes against them.

they already do, and they have team full of divers Robben, Ribbery...etc. so between the two teams it will be a dive fest and players on both sides will complain after each call. so I suggest you go have a drink in a bar, hit on some chicks or dudes on that day and totally forget about this game.

[arya24]

Maybe Bayern should go complain like Barca does after every call that goes against them.

maybe ferguson can outcoach guardiola in a cl final. one day but not today

[IrishCule]

Holy sh*t, have you read this? Jose Mourinho picks a random Mexican cleaner (RM fan) who flew to Madrid without any money and takes him to Old Trafford..incredible story.

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/foo...-his-life.html

A lifelong Real Madrid fan, who waxes floors for living, was plucked from obscurity to join Jose Mourinho's backroom staff for the Champions League victory over Manchester United at Old Trafford in an extraordinary tale of dedication, generosity and goodwill.

Just read it on FB, pretty amazing story.

had to post this as I find it funny.

Also lol'd at this, who knows. If not Barca then I would love it to be Dortmund, very likable team IMO (obviously I would understand other Germans not liking them).

[Margzz]

had to post this as I find it funny.

One big difference - dortmund do not have Didier Drogba. Real Madrid were pretty much facing the same Bayern side this year last CL and were unfortunate to have been eliminated on penalties - especially after that first leg. dortmund are dangerous but I dont see real madrid being beaten

barcelona/bayern is a much bigger toss up, bayern are excellent but it is going to hinge on what barcelona side you get, the one that lost to AC milan 2-0 or the one that beat AC milan 4-0

[TheSlip]

Dortmund is nothing like Chelsea last year, bags of talent and they'll come out and play against Real, I wouldn't write them off getting to the final.

[anegusse]

Holy sh*t, have you read this? Jose Mourinho picks a random Mexican cleaner (RM fan) who flew to Madrid without any money and takes him to Old Trafford..incredible story.

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/foo...-his-life.html

A lifelong Real Madrid fan, who waxes floors for living, was plucked from obscurity to join Jose Mourinho's backroom staff for the Champions League victory over Manchester United at Old Trafford in an extraordinary tale of dedication, generosity and goodwill.

pretty amazing story. When will it be my turn?/?

b/t Dortmund are a really good team. but if they play like the way they played against Malaga and do not execute their chances, then i don't see them advancing against Real

[McLarenGTR]

they already do, and they have team full of divers Robben, Ribbery...etc. so between the two teams it will be a dive fest and players on both sides will complain after each call. so I suggest you go have a drink in a bar, hit on some chicks or dudes on that day and totally forget about this game.

i love how you say "TEAM full of divers" then you mention two people and stop there because you know nobody else dives.

[DannyLB]

Congrats, you guessed a 1/3 outcome

lmao!...would rep again if i could.

[LivinoffBliss]

One big difference - dortmund do not have Didier Drogba. Real Madrid were pretty much facing the same Bayern side this year last CL and were unfortunate to have been eliminated on penalties - especially after that first leg. dortmund are dangerous but I dont see real madrid being beaten

barcelona/bayern is a much bigger toss up, bayern are excellent but it is going to hinge on what barcelona side you get, the one that lost to AC milan 2-0 or the one that beat AC milan 4-0

im convinced had pazzini played it would have been milan advancing through the round.
not taking anything away from barcelona, but putting an 18 year old player who was playing on the wing his whole milan career (of 1 year) vs an experienced target man who can hold the long balls thrown at him and then create chances for the counter.

[AnotherScorpion]

i love how you say "TEAM full of divers" then you mention two people and stop there because you know nobody else dives.

why do I have to type the names of the whole team? Google them names, I don't need to copy pasta! I just posted the names of the king and the queen of divers. When they played Arsenal, the whole team were falling down without being touched.

[batman15]

Slow your rolls, I'm not saying Dortmund will walk over Madrid. I just get the feeling they'll go through, there's no reason as to why they can't beat Madrid again. Essien played right back against Gala, different class of opponent but still.

Sergio Ramos will go back to the right, a healthy Pepe will be in the middle with Rapha Varane.

Clearly, you know nothing of which you speak.

Go back to watching the 3rd, maybe even 4th, best league in the world.

[Ken-O]

I've said it before, and I'll say it again... Iniesta is probably the only player I have so much respect for at Barcelona. If the dude had the same pace as Messi, he'd dummy the guy day in and day out. Very intelligent footballer and that piece of skill right here is just a drop in the ocean with all of the little tricks this guy has performed.

Messi is ten times as good as Iniesta on finishing, though. Thats a pretty big deal. If Iniesta had better finishing and long shots, he would probably be considered to be on a way closer level to Messi than Ronaldo is now.


And about the draw, bayern u scary. UEFA of peace fixing draws like always. They just wanted a clasico final and they gave Bayern to Barca because Barca are most likely to beat them than Madrid. **** will be tough thats for sure.

[McLarenGTR]

why do I have to type the names of the whole team? Google them names, I don't need to copy pasta! I just posted the names of the king and the queen of divers. When they played Arsenal, the whole team were falling down without being touched.

admit it, you have no idea what youre talking about.

[Ken-O]

admit it, you have no idea what youre talking about.

you seem mad kid dont worry, Manchester Utd your favorite team will probably go far next CL, just be patient

[Konsept]

Messi is ten times as good as Iniesta on finishing, though. Thats a pretty big deal. If Iniesta had better finishing and long shots, he would probably be considered to be on a way closer level to Messi than Ronaldo is now.


And about the draw, bayern u scary. UEFA of peace fixing draws like always. They just wanted a clasico final and they gave Bayern to Barca because Barca are most likely to beat them than Madrid. **** will be tough thats for sure.

The difference between Iniesta and Messi, is that Messi only plays in the opponents half of the field. Nothing more.

Iniesta is everywhere on the pitch. As an attacking midfielder myself (I play for fun) I know my finishing is not quite the same after running 10+ km than at the beginning 20-30 minutes of the game. I'm not saying that's the only reasoning, but it does make a significant difference than only running when you have a chance at scoring (a la cherry-picker style).

[thepulse999]

i love how you say "TEAM full of divers" then you mention two people and stop there because you know nobody else dives.

ahhah so much this

if this is coming from a Real/barca fan then oh lawd the irony

im convinced had pazzini played it would have been milan advancing through the round.
not taking anything away from barcelona, but putting an 18 year old player who was playing on the wing his whole milan career (of 1 year) vs an experienced target man who can hold the long balls thrown at him and then create chances for the counter.

yeh Pazzini sure would have stopped the 4 goals Barca scored
he didn't really do much wrong, as was unlucky with the one on one attempt, and by no means can you be sure Pazzinin would have scored it.

[batman15]

As bad as this sounds....I honestly don't care who wins as long as its not Barcelona.

I'd rather deal with not winning #10 than deal with Barcelona winning #5.

That being said....fuk everyone and Hala Madrid.

[Konsept]

Congrats, you guessed a 1/3 outcome

lmao!...would rep again if i could.

Do you BOTH even maths?

I'll give you a hint: There was 6 possibilities for the semi-final fixtures.

[Ken-O]

The difference between Iniesta and Messi, is that Messi only plays in the opponents half of the field. Nothing more.

Iniesta is everywhere on the pitch. As an attacking midfielder myself (I play for fun) I know my finishing is not quite the same after running 10+ km than at the beginning 20-30 minutes of the game. I'm not saying that's the only reasoning, but it does make a significant difference than only running when you have a chance at scoring (a la cherry-picker style).

Ineiesta's finishing is horrible, though. Xavi is slower, tracks back even more, yet he is a better chance of goal when he has the opportunity than Iniesta. Messi being the best goal scorer in the world has A LOT to do with how godly his finishing is, not his pace. He rarely makes sprints anymore.

[thepulse999]

Do you BOTH even maths?

I'll give you a hint: There was 6 possibilities for the semi-final fixtures.

OMGOMGOMGOMG look at me i guessed the semi final draw



edit: what a moran it is 1/3 or 1/12 if you're guessing the home and away allocation

Ineiesta's finishing is horrible, though. Xavi is slower, tracks back even more, yet he is a better chance of goal when he has the opportunity than Iniesta. Messi being the best goal scorer in the world has A LOT to do with how godly his finishing is, not his pace. He rarely makes sprints anymore.

I thought that was one his main attributes: being able to dribble at such high speed.obviously not as important as finishing but still

[Ken-O]

Do you BOTH even maths?

I'll give you a hint: There was 6 possibilities for the semi-final fixtures.

not sure if srs, unless you counting home-away possibilities.

[McLarenGTR]

you seem mad kid dont worry, Manchester Utd your favorite team will probably go far next CL, just be patient

wat..



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[anegusse]

As bad as this sounds....I honestly don't care who wins as long as its not Barcelona.

I'd rather deal with not winning #10 than deal with Barcelona winning #4.

That being said....fuk everyone and Hala Madrid.

messi will prob get the Ballon d'Or win or lose, so there is no point

[SparringMinds85]

The Seville derby got more interesting with that goal by Betis.

[MiKey4]

Do you BOTH even maths?

I'll give you a hint: There was 6 possibilities for the semi-final fixtures.

I do actually maths. It's 1/3 not counting home/away order, which you got wrong.

[SparringMinds85]

Penalty for Betis!