EURO2012

[TAL]

Group A
Poland
Greece
Russia
Czech Republic
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Group B
Netherlands
Denmark
Germany
Portugal
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Group C
Spain
Italy
Republic of Ireland
Croatia
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Group D
Ukraine
Sweden
France
England

[Micodin]

Get me on a squad!

[Ssiti_mia]

C-for spain yey!!!!!! i would love to see them win this again

[checkyourprez]

i would not.


forza italia.


super mario bout to do some work.

[TAL]

1 month to go!

[Miho]

Bring back t.A.T.u.

And hi TAL.

[Guy Incognito]

really looking forward to it, think this is the first tournament in my lifetime where the expectation for england is zero as our new boss has just started. i think we'll do well for a change.

Holland will win it.

[Miho]

Haha wow. Okay disregard my previous post. I got Euro confused with Eurovision.

Greece will win again. (lol no)

More like Germany, Italy, or Spain.

[Randetica]

lololol

no, bring back lordiiii!!!

[ToucanSpam]

Group B is brutal.

[drifter]

cheeky bet on France i think, they been doing really well lately.

[Helvete]

Heja Sverige!

[TAL]

1 week to go!

[MC Moot]

¡Viva España!

[Guy Incognito]

just hope its a good tournament and it doesnt get ugly. not sure what to make of all the reports about the fans at all.

i fully expect england to be knocked out at group stages.

The last time there was a match fixing scandal in italy was in 2006. What happened that year? My money is on the italians. The italians money is probably on whoever they are playing.

[MC Moot]

^Yeah,I'm gonna be livid if these predictions of rascist fans raising their ugly fuck'n heads comes true...

[Guy Incognito]

good start to tournament, lots of goals and incident. there's some really interesting games, the groups are all balanced very nicely.
I'm convinced England are going to go out with three 0-0 draws.
The Russians looked good yesterday but i still think netherlands or italy.

[Guy Incognito]

England team visited Polish orphanage today."It's heartbreaking to see their sad faces with no hope" said Igor, aged 6.

[TreasureEverywh]

England team visited Polish orphanage today."It's heartbreaking to see their sad faces with no hope" said Igor, aged 6.

Hey! Another RAWK user?

[Guy Incognito]

i got it off twitter

[TreasureEverywh]

i got it off twitter

That's where I saw it as well, from https://twitter.com/#!/PheenyRawk

Anyway, it's quite refreshing this time around. For once, the whole of England doesn't expect nothing less than the trophy ;)

[na§tee]

i got france in the work sweepstake. allez les bleus!

[Guy Incognito]

That's where I saw it as well, from https://twitter.com/#!/PheenyRawk

Anyway, it's quite refreshing this time around. For once, the whole of England doesn't expect nothing less than the trophy ;)

i'll be happy if we score one! Really not confident at all.

[Guy Incognito]

i got france in the work sweepstake. allez les bleus!

you got two reasons to shout at the english on monday. your are from scotland originally arent you, or have i mixed you up with someone else?

[ToucanSpam]

Apparently the Danish are going off-script. Wow.

[Guy Incognito]

^ they've done it before. But that group is going to be tight. Holland could still beat either or both of germany and portugal

[TAL]

4 good matches so far. Yay Denmark!!

[checkyourprez]

the italians pleasantly surprised me today. best match of the tournament so far. spain needs a real no.9 out there. torres created some chances, and like the shell of his former self that he is he blew them. but if gives the team more of a focal point.

[Guy Incognito]

yeah, spain play like they think messi is gonna be on the end of everything.

when they won the world cup they had torres or that other fella.

Ireland were shocking last night, although i did laugh when somebody described the group with spain, italy and ireland in as the group of debt.

C'mon england, i'll settle for a close defeat.

[Franci]

the italians pleasantly surprised me today. best match of the tournament so far. spain needs a real no.9 out there. torres created some chances, and like the shell of his former self that he is he blew them. but if gives the team more of a focal point.

I was surprised too :eek: :D ihihihih
Good for us! (y)

[checkyourprez]

yeah, spain play like they think messi is gonna be on the end of everything.

when they won the world cup they had torres or that other fella.

Ireland were shocking last night, although i did laugh when somebody described the group with spain, italy and ireland in as the group of debt.

C'mon england, i'll settle for a close defeat.

haha thats pretty good.

[tpk]

im hoping spain will lose against croatia and italy and croatia advances. that will make me a bit richer.

also if sweden - ukraine, france - england, greece - czech all end 2-0 i'll be happy.

[TAL]

Oops Sweden.

[ToucanSpam]

Shevchenko is the coolest.

[tpk]

sweden were pretty terrible except from ibra. happy for shevchenko though. i'll turn my focus over to france, russia and croatia.

[ToucanSpam]

sweden were pretty terrible except from ibra. happy for shevchenko though. i'll turn my focus over to france, russia and croatia.

Ever since Larrson retired, I just don't trust Sweden as a top 20 team in the world.

[MC Moot]

Ireland Vs. Spain coming up...damn,that's pretty much deciding which set of grandparents I liked better...:rolleyes:

[Guy Incognito]

For all the talk about Sweden, i'm still not confident about playing them. We always draw against sweden in tournaments. But i think we did all right, if we get thru that game with a chance then bring wayne back and it might be all right but i'm still going with us drawing all 3 and going out.

its anyone's tournament now. euros have more of a habit of springing a surprise than world cup.

[ToucanSpam]

Russia has the fast-track to the Semis. A win against Poland would cement a top 4 finish.

[Guy Incognito]

Russia has the fast-track to the Semis. A win against Poland would cement a top 4 finish.

what are you on about? top4 finish?

it would mean they would qualify for the quarter final

Plus although they would qualify they might not necessarily win the group yet and potentially get a tougher quarter final draw. The Czech's could still win group.

[ToucanSpam]

what are you on about? top4 finish?

it would mean they would qualify for the quarter final

Plus although they would qualify they might not necessarily win the group yet and potentially get a tougher quarter final draw. The Czech's could still win group.

Russia has the easiest track to the semis. Assuming they win group (which obviously was crippled by drawing Poland) they would likely end up facing Denmark, who would be a comparatively easy draw.

Obviously my prediction faces a lot more adversity now that they had a draw with Poland.

[Guy Incognito]

As i said, this competition always conjurs up surprises. Only fool would make predictions about who was going to meet who on the way. There's a lot of football to be played yet mate. Just enjoy the festival of football.

[ToucanSpam]

Fuck off, Germany. This is bullshit.

[TAL]

Oh no Denmark. So close :(

[MC Moot]

VIVA TORRES!!

[Guy Incognito]

YES!

Great game, fucking agony to watch at times but hey, three points. Still not entirely convinced we are going to get thru.

[Guy Incognito]

Russia has the fast-track to the Semis. .

(cough)

i tell you what toucan, you put the mockers on the russians.

But in the interest of competition, i'll predict the quarter finals. I know two teams are already there but what the hell

Czech Rep v Portugal
Greece V Germany
Spain v England
France v Italy

[ToucanSpam]

(cough)

i tell you what toucan, you put the mockers on the russians.

But in the interest of competition, i'll predict the quarter finals. I know two teams are already there but what the hell

Czech Rep v Portugal
Greece V Germany
Spain v England
France v Italy

God dammit.

If anything, Russia learned the valuable lesson that you shouldn't let one win go to your head. They should have defeated Poland easily, but let it go to draw. It just goes to show that everything can fall to shit if you're too passive.

In other news, I can't wait for Greece to lose 4-0 to Germany. Maybe when it's over Germany will also offer to pay off the economic collapse in Greece as compensation for being the losers.

[Guy Incognito]

Did you see the 2004 tournament?

The Greeks were perceived to be shit then. They won the fucker. Yes common sense says the Germans will walk it but i'm not making any predicitions about that one

[ToucanSpam]

Did you see the 2004 tournament?

The Greeks were perceived to be shit then. They won the fucker. Yes common sense says the Germans will walk it but i'm not making any predicitions about that one

Yes I watched the 04 tournament, and as a supporter of both Spain and Portugal I was sick to my stomach. Greece represents a defensive style of football that I despise. I would rather watch MLS than Greece win another game. I'd rather watch Copa America. Or any other kind of soccer.

[Guy Incognito]

Oh i dont know about that. There's something to be said for teams that battle and never give up and work hard and defeat "superior" opposition. They certainly deserved to win that tournament. They stuck to a gameplan and beat eveyrone put in front of them. Football is about winning matches.

[MC Moot]

Playing in those blue jerseys really messes Spains's perception up...I kid not you not...

[Guy Incognito]

come on england(y)

[TAL]

Portugal made a goal.

[checkyourprez]

come on england(y)

negative.



come on italy (y)

[Guy Incognito]

it should be an exciting game, its set up for ballotelli to do something amazing/stupid. Not sure how much attractive football will be played but i'm very happy we have got to this stage and if we go out so be it. BUT we never get any luck in these tournaments but this year is proving to be different so you never know.
HAving said that, I am already going to a concert on July 1 so wont actually be able to watch final if we get there.

[checkyourprez]

it should be an exciting game, its set up for ballotelli to do something amazing/stupid. Not sure how much attractive football will be played but i'm very happy we have got to this stage and if we go out so be it. BUT we never get any luck in these tournaments but this year is proving to be different so you never know.
HAving said that, I am already going to a concert on July 1 so wont actually be able to watch final if we get there.

i would be just as surprised if italy went out at the group stage as if they won the tournament. so any where in between is also no surprise. the team is that much of an enigma. that talented yet that iffy.

i dont really see england as dynamic enough to beat italy, germany, and spain (or portugal or france) all in a row. but they do have a starting 11 of players on 1 million pounds a week in england. so by that number they sure as shit should be able to. but like i said, i dont think so.

[na§tee]

you got two reasons to shout at the english on monday. your are from scotland originally arent you, or have i mixed you up with someone else?
haha yes, i am from scotland. but i am technically half english so i'm not one of those 'support anyone-who-isn't-england' people. i want them to succeed. but i'd rather win £30. so.. GO FRANCE!

so not gonna happen...

[Helvete]

I don't see it happening due to their performance against Sweden, but I'd like France to beat Spain. Prediction 3-1 Spain.

[na§tee]

ooh i like this predicting game.

i'm saying 1-1. then spain will win on penalties.

hmm. or maybe 2-1 spain.

i'm not very good at this deciding lark.

[MC Moot]

Viva Alonso!...

[Guy Incognito]

i think the portugese will beat spain

I have no idea whats going to happen in tonights game. I wont be too disappointed if Italy win. We have already done better than i thought. I think it will be close, dreading penalties

[checkyourprez]

i think the portugese will beat spain

I have no idea whats going to happen in tonights game. I wont be too disappointed if Italy win. We have already done better than i thought. I think it will be close, dreading penalties

ya spain is totally beatable. no clue whos gonna win this. probably england on a bonucci own goal. dudes a buster. forza milan. forza italia.

[checkyourprez]

love the italian anthem.

[checkyourprez]

de rossi on that shot. jesus.


bufffffffffffffffffon fucking beast.

[Franci]

de rossi on that shot. jesus.


bufffffffffffffffffon fucking beast.


For real!! :eek:

Let's see what happens now...:rolleyes:

[Guy Incognito]

jesus this is hard to watch. we have been shite. but football is about taking chances. i dont think we deserve to go thru but we've been lucky.
If we do get thru its going to be embarrassing. Italy have more chance against the germans.
c'mon Joe Hart!

[Guy Incognito]

oh well. fair do's to italy, much the better side. pirlo's penalty took huge balls.

[TAL]

Best game so far.

[checkyourprez]

oh well. fair do's to italy, much the better side. pirlo's penalty took huge balls.

dude is hanging some major fucking dong bro. then just ran back like it was no thang. real boss shit.


i was very happy with how italy played. almost shocked how bad england was. ill put some of it to the new coach and everything but really, how can a team of a starting 11 that makes over 1 million pounds a week just not be good at all?

theo needs to play more. hes the only one who runs at players. idk why OX didnt get on there more.


germany is def the favorite against italy. im not expecting a win but should be a good game. we'll see.

i think spain is beatable, c.ron and nani can really cause that back line problems. but i think spain goes through.

[Junker]

Man, the English team is fucking boring to watch. It would be such unfair if Italy lost to them in the penalties. Italy quite surprised me the way they've been playing but unfortunately I don't believe they can make through Germany.

My guess is Spain x Germany in the grand final.

[Guy Incognito]

I dont think England were really bad, keeping the ball was an issue. The back four were immense, as a lesson in how to defend well, it was pretty good. Johnson, Cole, LEscott and Scumbag were excellent.
I just think we were tired, and were too afraid to get numbers forward and that let Rooney and welbeck look a bit out of ideas but they didnt have options.
Our battling qualities showed thru and maybe thats a british thing but its good to watch in a way.

Portugal V Germany final

[MC Moot]

Portugal is not beating Spain...the Germans on the other hand...

[MC Moot]

Man, the English team is fucking boring to watch.


My guess is Spain x Germany in the grand final.

si y si...

[Guy Incognito]

Portugal is not beating Spain...the Germans on the other hand...

we'll see. I think spain have coasted massively and this obsession with passing it into the net is becoming frustrating to watch and playing without a recognised stiker when you have got llorente and torres in the squad is just stubborn on the part of del bosque. I just think they are going to get a tough test from portugal but everyone has to show up not just ronaldo.

[checkyourprez]

I dont think England were really bad, keeping the ball was an issue. The back four were immense, as a lesson in how to defend well, it was pretty good. Johnson, Cole, LEscott and Scumbag were excellent.
I just think we were tired, and were too afraid to get numbers forward and that let Rooney and welbeck look a bit out of ideas but they didnt have options.
Our battling qualities showed thru and maybe thats a british thing but its good to watch in a way.

Portugal V Germany final

the italians faulty finishing made the english defense seem better than it really was to be honest. a more clinical team finishes perhaps 3 of those chances. a 3-0 loss looks a lot worse than going out on penalties.

and thats probably why the italians are going to go out against ze germans. at this level those chances must be converted.

[Junker]

the italians faulty finishing made the english defense seem better than it really was to be honest. a more clinical team finishes perhaps 3 of those chances. a 3-0 loss looks a lot worse than going out on penalties.


Exactly! Because depending on Balotelli is a lost hope. I never liked Cassano as well but I think he's doing quite a good Euro.

[checkyourprez]

Exactly! Because depending on Balotelli is a lost hope. I never liked Cassano as well but I think he's doing quite a good Euro.



cassano can be frustrating but he really is class on the ball. deft touch, excellent vision and passing skills. his lack of pace does hold him back some.

[Junker]

cassano can be frustrating but he really is class on the ball. deft touch, excellent vision and passing skills. his lack of pace does hold him back some.

True!

Well, I just hope Italy and Germany make a great match tomorrow.

[TAL]

Spain won :(

[CoolBoyCali]

Spain won :(
:D:D:D:D

[checkyourprez]

they are not looking impressive. only the last 10 minutes of the 120 did they look like the old spain.


germany definatly will be the favorite and i even think it would be even money with italy the way both have been playing.

[Guy Incognito]

yeah, they didnt show up for ages last night. Ronaldo should have been taking an ealrier penalty

[paul jones]

Fuck me.....'top' level football is so fucking dull.(n)

[checkyourprez]

Fuck me.....'top' level football is so fucking dull.(n)


most of the tournament has been very entertaining. you get stinkers of games in any sport.

hopefully the italy-germany game is a barn barner.

[MC Moot]

The criticism over Spain's game as being "boring" is completley ridiculous...it's mastery of the sport...if you can't appreciate it,you've likely never played the game or just get sore watching your side be bettered...ball on a string,it's a beautiful thing...(y)

[Guy Incognito]

The criticism over Spain's game as being "boring" is completley ridiculous...it's mastery of the sport...if you can't appreciate it,you've likely never played the game or just get sore watching your side be bettered...ball on a string,it's a beautiful thing...(y)

disagree. Football is about chances and things happening. Its boring if one side has the ball all the time and does little with it. They have gifted and creative players, instead of always looking for the next pass so its an easy finish. have a shot, make something happen, take a risk. there was a few times last night that it was crying out for someone to have a go but no, turn back and pass it short. when they did go for it in extra time it was much better but there was more eagerness and desire

[MC Moot]

And I believe that football is about ball control,possesion,discipline and complete confidence in where and what your teammates are up to on the pitch...your opponent can not score without the ball it's elementary...they pick their moments, drives and shots with great precision...they're are just as deadly offensively when it comes together...I've never seen a team pass in the backfield with such defensive grace as was demonstrated in the Portugal match...stunning stuff...the media focus should be on the amazing game in game out performances of Iniesta,Xavi and Ramos...they are all having an extraordinary tournament ,especially with David Villa and Puyol's abscence...

[Junker]

disagree. Football is about chances and things happening. Its boring if one side has the ball all the time and does little with it. They have gifted and creative players, instead of always looking for the next pass so its an easy finish. have a shot, make something happen, take a risk. there was a few times last night that it was crying out for someone to have a go but no, turn back and pass it short. when they did go for it in extra time it was much better but there was more eagerness and desire

Well, this is bullshit!!!


And I believe that football is about ball control,possesion,discipline and complete confidence in where and what your teammates are up to on the pitch...your opponent can not score without the ball it's elementary...they pick their moments, drives and shots with great precision...they're are just as deadly offensively when it comes together...I've never seen a team pass in the backfield with such defensive grace as was demonstrated in the Portugal match...stunning stuff...the media focus should be on the amazing game in game out performances of Iniesta,Xavi and Ramos...they are all having an extraordinary tournament ,especially with David Villa and Puyol's abscence...

And word to that!

[Junker]

ITALY 1 x 0 GERMANY

:eek::eek::eek:

[Junker]

Holy shit! Just because I criticised Balotelli he decides to act like a real striker!

[Franci]

Holy shit! Just because I criticised Balotelli he decides to act like a real striker!

Well... thank you very much :D

[Guy Incognito]

Well, this is bullshit!!!




And word to that!

its frustrating to watch at times. I'm not saying there isnt a lot of skill and craft etc. They are capable of brilliance but i dont think they are as amazing as everyones going on about. There's a degree of overkill about all that. But they havent developed cutting edge.As your Brazilian you have to agree that even the best Brazil sides, yeah they kept the ball amazing but they still let fly from all angles, tried all kinds of stuff to score goals and played with tempo. They didnt pass it to death like Spain are guilty of. And it can be a bit slow.

[Junker]

its frustrating to watch at times. I'm not saying there isnt a lot of skill and craft etc. They are capable of brilliance but i dont think they are as amazing as everyones going on about. There's a degree of overkill about all that. But they havent developed cutting edge.As your Brazilian you have to agree that even the best Brazil sides, yeah they kept the ball amazing but they still let fly from all angles, tried all kinds of stuff to score goals and played with tempo. They didnt pass it to death like Spain are guilty of. And it can be a bit slow.

I see your point. You feel like they tire the spectator who wants to see a more exciting match. I don't disagree with that. But you can deny Spain is a goddamn effective team. Yes, they can be very pragmatic (I wouldn't say boring though). But since you have the control of the ball you don't permit the other team to score. And that's why they are on their 3rd consecutive final.

And personally I think it's beautiful their passing style.

[Junker]

Well... thank you very much :D

hahaha...... you're welcome!

But I confess I was supporting Germany :p

[Guy Incognito]

I see your point. You feel like they tire the spectator who wants to see a more exciting match. I don't disagree with that. But you can deny Spain is a goddamn effective team. Yes, they can be very pragmatic (I wouldn't say boring though). But since you have the control of the ball you don't permit the other team to score. And that's why they are on their 3rd consecutive final.

And personally I think it's beautiful their passing style.

i cant deny it doesnt get results but i just think that sometimes instead of looking for the next little pass in the penalty area, someone should just put their foot through the ball sometimes. They arent even playing with a recgnised striker half the time. I think the spectacle of the match suffers sometimes and it makes it harder to watch at times

[Junker]

i cant deny it doesnt get results but i just think that sometimes instead of looking for the next little pass in the penalty area, someone should just put their foot through the ball sometimes. They arent even playing with a recgnised striker half the time. I think the spectacle of the match suffers sometimes and it makes it harder to watch at times

Hmmm..... I have to agree with you on that.

[Guy Incognito]

i think Italy will be a real challenge for Spain. They are looking quite clinical. I dont think it'll go to penalties. Italy were awesome tonight

[Franci]

hahaha...... you're welcome!

But I confess I was supporting Germany :p

I forgive you because we WON!!! :D

I'm super happy :p

[MC Moot]

Oh mannnnn this is gonna be good...not only is it the final VS the genoa's but it's on Canada day,it's a long weekend,family's in town...futbol y fiesta de barbacoa!...gawd I love this game...I'd even have cold beer and a thick steak on for my man Guy Critico...;)

[TAL]

Italy won :D

[checkyourprez]

Italy, FUCK YEAH.

[Junker]

I really don't like Balotelli but.... what a goal!!! :eek:

Poor Neuer didn't even see the ball.

[MC Moot]

Balotelli's on a mission to make a statement that's about a whole lot more than just the game...so look out and brace yourselves hermanos...(y)

[Junker]

I forgive you because we WON!!! :D

I'm super happy :p

I'm glad Italy made through. It would be a shame if that was last Pirlo's game in this EURO. It's a pleasure seeing him on the field.

[checkyourprez]

honestly i think pirlo should be in the category for the ball d'or. messi scored a shit ton but didnt win anything. ronaldo scored a shit ton but was hot and cold in euros and team only won la liga. pirlo played great all serie A season and won it. and now has a chance for euros, and probably has been the best player so far. a guy that isnt blessed with the athletic ability of c.ron or messi but with the skills vision and football iq that puts him in a class of his own.


thoughts..

[Uru-Nitro]

messi scored a shit ton but didnt win anything.
well, season 2011-2012 messi won spanish supercup, UEFA supercup, club world cup and spanish cup. semifinal in champions league and 2nd in Liga.... its not like he didnt win anything ;)

the fair thing would be: take back Cannavaro's ball d'or and give it to pirlo, and messi win this year's one :)

[checkyourprez]

well, season 2011-2012 messi won spanish supercup, UEFA supercup, club world cup and spanish cup. semifinal in champions league and 2nd in Liga.... its not like he didnt win anything ;)

the fair thing would be: take back Cannavaro's ball d'or and give it to pirlo, and messi win this year's one :)

yea truuu i did think he won the spanish cup but couldnt be bothered to look it up. but thats nothing in the grand scheme. however i doubt he would get it over c.ron this year both scoring so much and both going out in the semis of the CL and ron winning la liga. but if they go by just winning their leagues and pirlos won his and had a much better showing in euros then....the argument could be made imo.

any could win and its not a bad choice.

[Guy Incognito]

When i think about it, Italy have been best side to watch and i want them to win as it makes our match with them a bit more palatable, we're the only team so far not to concede an italian goal (although that was down to the azzuri's finishing really!)

Ballotelli to get golden boot. He's played really well and been quite sensible..for him anyway. Even as united fan, i love watching him. Has been best centre forward of tournament.

[Uru-Nitro]

yay! this year we lost social security (free medical service), free education, worker's rights, culture and science support... but we won the Euro!... great deal, isn't it?

[MC Moot]

We are the champions...again...(y)

[TAL]

Oh well, such is life :(

[Franci]

We are the champions...again...(y)



That was deserved :o
Spain was way better than us yesterday, however I'm still glad... we've made it through the final, that's not bad at all! :p

[Junker]

I can easily say that was a massacre last night.

Congrats to Spain! Still dominating the game, still showing how football should be played. Watch and learn other teams. Please, watch and learn! ;)

[Guy Incognito]

I was out last night so missed game, caught highlights and it looked like Spain really had a go at Italy and went for it, and had the cutting edge i'd been whingeing about so fair do's to them.

[checkyourprez]

yea, that sucked.