Fantasy World Cup Live Match Chat Semi Finals
And then there were four. It’s semi-final time at the World Cup and very much a South America vs Europe affair. We’ve said a sad farewell to Colombia, who received an amazing reception when they returned to Bogota. Also offski are Costa Rica, who played with so much heart and a stubborn defence throughout the tournament, while Belgium and France have also exited stage left.
Our first semi-final sees hosts Brazil take on the World Cup’s Herr Consistent, Germany. Since 1950, the Germans have failed to reach at least the quarter-final stage on just one occasion and will be looking to add to their three stars by going all the way. Brazil, of course, will have home support on their side – unfortunately for them they won’t have influential defender and captain Thiago Silva or their main attacking threat, Neymar, on their side – they are ruled out through suspension and injury respectively. But it’s ok, Germany have Mesut Ozil, which evens things up somewhat. The Germans were back to their robotic best in disposing of France, while Brazil produced their best display of the tournament, certainly in the first half as they fought, literally, past the plucky Colombians.
The second semi brings together Argentina and the Netherlands, both of whom have somewhat stuttered through so far. The Dutch needed penalties to find a way past Costa Rica, which will be an obvious concern for LVG as he attempts to plot a way past the Argentinian defence which has kept two clean sheets in a row. If recent form is anything to go, goals may be at a premium here, so it may just be a moment of magic from Lionel Messi, Arjen Robben, Gonzalo Higuain or RvP which settles the tie. Worth noting that Angel Di Maria has been ruled out with injury, but better news of Sergio Aguero, who is expected to have recovered from (his latest) injury in time for the showdown.
all set, changes made, i’ve got 7 players tonight with 5 dutch and 2 argies.
I hope i get the bumper points my germans got me last night.
GL to all
B, your ass around? How many players you got tonight?
Gabriele Marcotti, a well-respected journalist who works with the Times, Corriere dello Sport, ESPN, spoke on ESPN FC said:
“We’ve had the clearest indication in a long time that Juventus are ready to part ways with Vidal. Juventus are trying to push him towards Manchester United.”
If Man United sign Vidal do you guys think Man United will challenge for the Title …?
Yes
I’m actually surprised that Juventus would part with Vidal So-soon.
#Goooooooooooooooooooooooooooool!
Bryan, do you not have a typhoon to worry about?!!
😉 Yeah, this is my coping mechanism. Inflicting crap jokes is my way of sharing the pain.
Actually I’m in Kyushu which is due to be one of the worst hit areas. Thing is, it’s taking it’s time arriving and reports are promising. Seems it’s weakened a lot since hitting landfall.
Just remember to sit under a table with your legs crossed and everything will be ok!
Way ahead of you mate. Already in position….
Oh sh*t, I left the dog chained up outside.
Just remembered I don’t have a dog. Everything’s under control lads.
As long as you have your samurai sword?
This is not the time to unsheathe my sword, Kop.
You’re right, I don’t know what I was thinking. I’m sorry!!
Guys with FPL due to open any day, can i remind you all to check your e mail for your league code, and join straight away, to avoid disappointment, also please don’t share code
many thanks
Bench
Nowt for me yet, Bench, i’ll keep looking, cheers.
Not sure if you meant for everyone to check their email straight away Bench, but i’ve not got anything yet either.
Guys, I’m pretty sure the FPL site needs to open first before Bench can create the leagues and send out the codes…
:turtle:
Yes sorry guys , i did mean when FPL opens, i am hearing in some quarters, it could be as early next week
Evening all,
1- would you take out Boateng (8) for 1 of Rojo, Blind or De Vrij ?
2- would you take out Oscar (9) for 1 of Sneijder or Mascherano ?
Elle old bean,
Normally you’d probably stick on a 7 but i’d be tempted to swap out the 8. I know its only 1 point diff but i’d stick with the 9.
If its a tight game i can see Masherwotsit getting double figures, but unless Netherlands bang in a few i can’t see schnouser getting many.
Chins old sport, Boateng out, who to bring in ?
Elle old fruit (this could go on a while),
Dark glasses, stick, labradour?! It must be Blind!
Chins old nut, if i bring in Blind fine, i will need to play 1 of De Vrij or Rojo, which ?
Elle old man (bet that hurt),
I’d say if you’re a gambling man then stick all your hubcaps in one shopping trolley and go dutch all the way.
I’ll be doing the same.
Hi Bench nothing my box yet
Said the nun to the vicar…