2017 FIFA Confederations Cup

[Hasan]

I don't even know what the fuck the confederations cup is

It's a tournament where Roberto Carlos scored wonder goal against France.

 

[firmino]

this tournament will asnwer the question in everybody's mind: which one is the best soccer team in the world, mexico or portugal?

 

[I4E]

It's a tournament where Roberto Carlos scored wonder goal against France.

I don't think that was a confederations cup he scored that in. I think it was a friendly.

 

[Efrain21C]

I don't even know what the fuck the confederations cup is

All of the above, including the fact that FIFA can try new rules just to confuse everyone, they're trying the VAR now, to fix any mistakes they can see for next World Cup and make it as entertaining as possible, and not trying on the go in the biggest stage of football

 

[astroadamm]

I was extremely skeptical towards Russia and the idea of holding there the 2017 Confederations Cup and the 2018 World Championship. I've heard a lot of bad things about Russia and I had a lot fears before coming here. And all of my fears just disappeared when I saw the great stadium in Saint-Petersburg – a football dreamland! The stadium is really huge and no queues for the fans and as far as I know all stadiums of the 2017 Cup are always full. Well, inside the stadium everything is new and up-to-date. There are all the necessary signs and markings for you not to be lost. Numerous volunteers and stewards are always ready to help you too. They all speak rather fluent English! The stadium's got many sectors, each having spacious and well equipped toilet rooms. I also liked a very well thought-out security system: human flows at the stadium are directed through two levels and separated in sectors so that people from different flows wouldn't meet in any possible emergency. Visibility is brilliant everywhere. I had been a bit nervous, for my seat at the fifth floor seemed rather uncomfortable to me at first. But then I calmed down, for I could see absolutely everything. Pull-down seats were solid enough and very comfortable too. A retractable roof makes you safe in case of rain. For the fans without obligatory FAN ID (left it behind or just not yet in possession of it) there's one more special center near the stadium to get it and there are also special offices for your large size luggage. I should say it's very convenient. I think FIFA made the best decision by giving Russia a right to host both events.

 

[ADRossi]

Putin, is that you?

 

[Quantum]

Pretty sure this is the last Confederations Cup we'll ever see.

Maybe it's bad luck for FIFA that continents like Europe and South America were represented by underdog winners such as Portugal and Chile instead of more traditional NTs, as this may explain some of the lack of appeal of this particular edition. But even with Brazil, Argentina or Spain playing, it would still be a tournament with little sporting relevance which gets in the way of top club's calendars.

 

[firmino]

I was extremely skeptical towards Russia and the idea of holding there the 2017 Confederations Cup and the 2018 World Championship. I've heard a lot of bad things about Russia and I had a lot fears before coming here. And all of my fears just disappeared when I saw the great stadium in Saint-Petersburg – a football dreamland! The stadium is really huge and no queues for the fans and as far as I know all stadiums of the 2017 Cup are always full. Well, inside the stadium everything is new and up-to-date. There are all the necessary signs and markings for you not to be lost. Numerous volunteers and stewards are always ready to help you too. They all speak rather fluent English! The stadium's got many sectors, each having spacious and well equipped toilet rooms. I also liked a very well thought-out security system: human flows at the stadium are directed through two levels and separated in sectors so that people from different flows wouldn't meet in any possible emergency. Visibility is brilliant everywhere. I had been a bit nervous, for my seat at the fifth floor seemed rather uncomfortable to me at first. But then I calmed down, for I could see absolutely everything. Pull-down seats were solid enough and very comfortable too. A retractable roof makes you safe in case of rain. For the fans without obligatory FAN ID (left it behind or just not yet in possession of it) there's one more special center near the stadium to get it and there are also special offices for your large size luggage. I should say it's very convenient. I think FIFA made the best decision by giving Russia a right to host both events.

Rossiiiiiya, svyashcheeeeennaya nasha derzhava, Rossiya lyubimaya nasha stranaaaaaaaa!

incidentally, very musical.

 

[zodd]

This video referee or what kills the passion of the game. How stupid idea to change the decisions after goals and red cards..
I rather see refree mistakes from time to time, instead of players not celebrating their goals because they have to wait 1 minute until they confirm it..
That's not the football I love, we love.

 

[JJM]

This video referee or what kills the passion of the game. How stupid idea to change the decisions after goals and red cards..
I rather see refree mistakes from time to time, instead of players not celebrating their goals because they have to wait 1 minute until they confirm it..
That's not the football I love, we love.

Yeah you prefer us getting robbed and Rube get their ref help...not that will change much as the refs are still in charge practically

 

[zodd]

Yeah you prefer us getting robbed and Rube get their ref help...not that will change much as the refs are still in charge practically

In these years when we are competing to reach the EL-qualifiers (to fall out from it in the group stage), we should rather focus on our own shit, to not loose points against teams like Pescara.
So instead of crying about Juventus, please mention arguments that justifies video referee system in the world of football.

 

[JJM]

In these years when we are competing to reach the EL-qualifiers (to fall out from it in the group stage), we should rather focus on our own shit, to not loose points against teams like Pescara.
So instead of crying about Juventus, please mention arguments that justifies video referee system in the world of football.

Ok...making the right decision...fair refing,people make mistakes,technology can help undo them...even if the game gets a bit dragged it's worth it!
Offside decisions, goal line tech,is it over the line completely or not,is it a pen or not,red or yellow card decisions,etc.

 

[Ed.]

In these years when we are competing to reach the EL-qualifiers (to fall out from it in the group stage), we should rather focus on our own shit, to not loose points against teams like Pescara.
So instead of crying about Juventus, please mention arguments that justifies video referee system in the world of football.

This.

http://forzainterforums.com/showthr...otball-Cheaters-2012-2013-Campaign&highlight=

All happened in half a season. Without them, we may see smaller teams beating top teams and make the league / cups more competitive than one horse runner.

 

[ElDuccio]

I think the VAR will fail so hard in serie a that after 1-2 months they will not use it again.

 

[zodd]

This.

http://forzainterforums.com/showthr...otball-Cheaters-2012-2013-Campaign&highlight=

All happened in half a season. Without them, we may see smaller teams beating top teams and make the league / cups more competitive than one horse runner.

Indeed that's sad, still we would not compete for the 1st place until we learn not to lose points to much weaker teams, and in most cases that does not happen because of the referees, let's be honest.

On the other hand, I still see it as a way too modern thing, which would destroy the particular moments that we all love about football. If you see it not from Inter's point of view, but as a football lover.. I find this Confederations Cup unpalatable, and video referee system plays a big part in that. Regardless of which team we support, these scenes ruin the pure joy of football from my point of view:

They celebrate the goal for half a minute, then the referee asks for a re-check, they wait an other minute, the players are just standing there, and they disallow it. If these scenes become usual, that will be the loss of football.

 

[ADRossi]

The entire 2014 Russian WC team is now under investigation for doping

 

[varmin]

Charles Aranguiz looks like decent midfielder. He was good also on previous World Cup. I always though we should have signed him instead of Medel.

 

[Matt90]

Sainsbury starts for the NDU vs Germany youth. Look forward to getting a proper look at him.

ITV's coverage has only been on for 7 minutes and Lee Dixon has already explained why the english league is the best in the world

Is it 'cause every1 can beat any1 in da premier league'?!

 

[Howl]

Anyone watching Portugal vs Chile?.. good end to end game so far.

milan's Andre Silva had a great chance to put Portugal in the lead. Eduargo Vargas fucked up a 1on1 too.

 

[Hasan]

It's a good game, new Milan guy looks solid. Reminds on Shevcenko or Torres little bit.

I am impressed with other Silva, new Manchester City guy. Amazing player.