*World Cup Game Discussion Thread* (SPOILERS) - Page 25

Easy Mac · 06-17-2006, 02:35 PM

Totti out, probably to avoid another yellow.

kingfc22 · 06-17-2006, 02:35 PM

Hit the bench Totti.

cartman · 06-17-2006, 02:35 PM

Good tactical move by the Italian coach. He can't take a risk of him getting a 2nd yellow, and going down by 2 men.

MrBigglesworth · 06-17-2006, 02:36 PM

Why did Italy make that substitution? To keep him from getting another yellow and missing the Czech match?

EDIT: This thread moves too fast

Answered already I guess

Eaglesfan27 · 06-17-2006, 02:36 PM

Smart move by the Italian Manager given Totti's temperment.

MIJB#19 · 06-17-2006, 02:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cartman

The US should play now at Totti, because with his temperment a 2nd Yellow would not be a big surprise, and a 2 man advantage would be huge.

So much for that.

Italy switches to 6-2-1 now.

Eaglesfan27 · 06-17-2006, 02:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MrBigglesworth

Why did Italy make that substitution? To keep him from getting another yellow and missing the Czech match?

More importantly to make sure they aren't down 2 men against us. I think Italy would be fairly content to play for the tie now, and that won't happen down 2 men.

Easy Mac · 06-17-2006, 02:37 PM

Maybe its just my tv, but our midfielders just look like little boys against the Italians. They just look more professional.

MIJB#19 · 06-17-2006, 02:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MrBigglesworth

Why did Italy make that substitution? To keep him from getting another yellow and missing the Czech match?

The need to get a defensive minded player back for the sent off De Rossi. And another yellow for Totti would put Italy down to 9 men.

kingfc22 · 06-17-2006, 02:37 PM

Almost seems like we are content to go to the half tied at 1 at this rate.

Critch · 06-17-2006, 02:37 PM

Might be a smart move to do the same for Pope, he's already commited one foul since his yellow card. Sometimes referees like to level it up

cartman · 06-17-2006, 02:37 PM

I like to watch Gattuso play. He's like the Energizer bunny. He's always running at full speed all over the place.

DaddyTorgo · 06-17-2006, 02:38 PM

I think Pirlo has to push forward and take on some of Totti's playmaking duties now and let Gattuso slide to Pirlo's spot...if you want to even try to do anything but draw.

(if you're Italy)

AlexB · 06-17-2006, 02:39 PM

I haven't seen any Italian football this year, and I know Luca Toni scored 31 Serie A goals, but after a game and a half, other than one amazing shot against Ghana he looks a right donkey to me.

Easy Mac · 06-17-2006, 02:39 PM

Jesus, are Donovan's feet made of stone today?

Critch · 06-17-2006, 02:40 PM

Ahh, that reminded me of the good old days when the Glasgow Rangers midfield had Reyna and Gattuso in it. How did we allow them to leave?

kingfc22 · 06-17-2006, 02:41 PM

We seemed to control the pace better when it was 11 v 11.

Dunleavy · 06-17-2006, 02:41 PM

paging Doctor Convey, Doctor Donavon, Doctor Mc Bride. Where Are You??? it's been 130 minutes

cartman · 06-17-2006, 02:42 PM

OH! I thought he scored that one!

Eaglesfan27 · 06-17-2006, 02:42 PM

So close.

kingfc22 · 06-17-2006, 02:42 PM

Nice shot by Pablo.

Easy Mac · 06-17-2006, 02:42 PM

Nice shot from Mastro. That shot was rocket hot.

kingfc22 · 06-17-2006, 02:43 PM

Bruce better bring on Johnson to start the half.

MrBug708 · 06-17-2006, 02:43 PM

I love how they keep talking about holw Italy has won this all three times before. I mean, Harvard won some NC's in football, but you dont see football announcers bringing it up

Easy Mac · 06-17-2006, 02:43 PM

Finally, Donny does something.

kingfc22 · 06-17-2006, 02:43 PM

We need to be more dangerous on our corner kicks.

kingfc22 · 06-17-2006, 02:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kingfc22

We need to be more dangerous on our corner kicks.

doh, didn't work that time.

MIJB#19 · 06-17-2006, 02:44 PM

that was smart...
10 vs 10 again.

TazFTW · 06-17-2006, 02:44 PM

Crap.

Easy Mac · 06-17-2006, 02:44 PM

WTF That was a bullshit call by the ref

kingfc22 · 06-17-2006, 02:44 PM

are you kidding....

DaddyTorgo · 06-17-2006, 02:44 PM

tucker rocky · 06-17-2006, 02:44 PM

OH NO!

Critch · 06-17-2006, 02:44 PM

Another game ruined by the ref.

Neuqua · 06-17-2006, 02:44 PM

Give me a break bro.

AlexB · 06-17-2006, 02:44 PM

Bad tackle, but I'm not sure it deserved a red

Eaglesfan27 · 06-17-2006, 02:45 PM

OH NO. I don't agree with that Red Card.

Dunleavy · 06-17-2006, 02:45 PM

ah jeez

DaddyTorgo · 06-17-2006, 02:45 PM

that is TOTAL bullshit makeup call. GARBAGE

Logan · 06-17-2006, 02:45 PM

That was fucking pathetic.

Easy Mac · 06-17-2006, 02:45 PM

That's the dangerous thing with mastroeni, he comes in hard

AlexB · 06-17-2006, 02:45 PM

Actually in retrospect it was two footed

cartman · 06-17-2006, 02:45 PM

Bullshit red card. He got to the ball.

Schmidty · 06-17-2006, 02:46 PM

I'm confused. Is soccer always this lame? What the hell kind of crap was that red card? Fucking stupid.

MIJB#19 · 06-17-2006, 02:46 PM

Tackle from behind, that's a direct red card.

sterlingice · 06-17-2006, 02:46 PM

Horrible, horrible call

SI

kingfc22 · 06-17-2006, 02:46 PM

What a joke. Definatley a yellow, but not a red.

ChiMatt · 06-17-2006, 02:46 PM

Did they get NBA refs for the World Cup?

Easy Mac · 06-17-2006, 02:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MIJB#19

Tackle from behind, that's a direct red card.

He came in from the front... I'm confused.

MrBigglesworth · 06-17-2006, 02:47 PM

This Italian team is great at taking dives.

06-17-2006, 02:35 PM	#1202
kingfc22 Head Coach Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Morgan Hill, CA	Hit the bench Totti. __________________ Fan of SF Giants, 49ers, Sharks, Arsenal

06-17-2006, 02:35 PM	#1203
cartman Death Herald Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Le stelle la notte sono grandi e luminose nel cuore profondo del Texas	Good tactical move by the Italian coach. He can't take a risk of him getting a 2nd yellow, and going down by 2 men. __________________ Thinkin' of a master plan 'Cuz ain't nuthin' but sweat inside my hand So I dig into my pocket, all my money is spent So I dig deeper but still comin' up with lint

06-17-2006, 02:36 PM	#1204
MrBigglesworth College Starter Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: PA	Why did Italy make that substitution? To keep him from getting another yellow and missing the Czech match? EDIT: This thread moves too fast Answered already I guess Last edited by MrBigglesworth : 06-17-2006 at 02:36 PM.

06-17-2006, 02:36 PM	#1205
Eaglesfan27 Hall Of Famer Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: New Jersey	Smart move by the Italian Manager given Totti's temperment. __________________ Retired GM of the eNFL 2007 Super Bowl Champion Philadelphia Eagles (19-0 record.) GM of the WOOF 2006 Doggie Bowl Champion Atlantic City Gamblers. GM of the IHOF 2019 and 2022 IHOF Bowl Champion Asheville Axemen.

06-17-2006, 02:37 PM	#1210
kingfc22 Head Coach Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Morgan Hill, CA	Almost seems like we are content to go to the half tied at 1 at this rate. __________________ Fan of SF Giants, 49ers, Sharks, Arsenal

06-17-2006, 02:35 PM	#1201
Easy Mac Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Here	Totti out, probably to avoid another yellow.

06-17-2006, 02:37 PM	#1208
Easy Mac Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Here	Maybe its just my tv, but our midfielders just look like little boys against the Italians. They just look more professional.

06-17-2006, 02:37 PM	#1211
Critch lolzcat Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Herndon, VA	Might be a smart move to do the same for Pope, he's already commited one foul since his yellow card. Sometimes referees like to level it up

06-17-2006, 02:37 PM	#1212
cartman Death Herald Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Le stelle la notte sono grandi e luminose nel cuore profondo del Texas	I like to watch Gattuso play. He's like the Energizer bunny. He's always running at full speed all over the place. __________________ Thinkin' of a master plan 'Cuz ain't nuthin' but sweat inside my hand So I dig into my pocket, all my money is spent So I dig deeper but still comin' up with lint

06-17-2006, 02:38 PM	#1213
DaddyTorgo Hall Of Famer Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Massachusetts	I think Pirlo has to push forward and take on some of Totti's playmaking duties now and let Gattuso slide to Pirlo's spot...if you want to even try to do anything but draw. (if you're Italy)

06-17-2006, 02:39 PM	#1214
AlexB Pro Starter Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Newbury, England	I haven't seen any Italian football this year, and I know Luca Toni scored 31 Serie A goals, but after a game and a half, other than one amazing shot against Ghana he looks a right donkey to me. __________________ 'A song is a beautiful lie', Idlewild, Self Healer. When you're smiling, the whole world smiles with you. Sports!

06-17-2006, 02:39 PM	#1215
Easy Mac Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Here	Jesus, are Donovan's feet made of stone today?

06-17-2006, 02:40 PM	#1216
Critch lolzcat Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Herndon, VA	Ahh, that reminded me of the good old days when the Glasgow Rangers midfield had Reyna and Gattuso in it. How did we allow them to leave?

06-17-2006, 02:41 PM	#1217
kingfc22 Head Coach Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Morgan Hill, CA	We seemed to control the pace better when it was 11 v 11. __________________ Fan of SF Giants, 49ers, Sharks, Arsenal

06-17-2006, 02:41 PM	#1218
Dunleavy High School JV Join Date: Sep 2004	paging Doctor Convey, Doctor Donavon, Doctor Mc Bride. Where Are You??? it's been 130 minutes

06-17-2006, 02:42 PM	#1219
cartman Death Herald Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Le stelle la notte sono grandi e luminose nel cuore profondo del Texas	OH! I thought he scored that one! __________________ Thinkin' of a master plan 'Cuz ain't nuthin' but sweat inside my hand So I dig into my pocket, all my money is spent So I dig deeper but still comin' up with lint

06-17-2006, 02:42 PM	#1220
Eaglesfan27 Hall Of Famer Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: New Jersey	So close. __________________ Retired GM of the eNFL 2007 Super Bowl Champion Philadelphia Eagles (19-0 record.) GM of the WOOF 2006 Doggie Bowl Champion Atlantic City Gamblers. GM of the IHOF 2019 and 2022 IHOF Bowl Champion Asheville Axemen.

06-17-2006, 02:42 PM	#1221
kingfc22 Head Coach Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Morgan Hill, CA	Nice shot by Pablo. __________________ Fan of SF Giants, 49ers, Sharks, Arsenal

06-17-2006, 02:42 PM	#1222
Easy Mac Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Here	Nice shot from Mastro. That shot was rocket hot.

06-17-2006, 02:43 PM	#1223
kingfc22 Head Coach Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Morgan Hill, CA	Bruce better bring on Johnson to start the half. __________________ Fan of SF Giants, 49ers, Sharks, Arsenal

06-17-2006, 02:43 PM	#1224
MrBug708 Head Coach Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Whittier	I love how they keep talking about holw Italy has won this all three times before. I mean, Harvard won some NC's in football, but you dont see football announcers bringing it up

06-17-2006, 02:43 PM	#1225
Easy Mac Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Here	Finally, Donny does something.

06-17-2006, 02:43 PM	#1226
kingfc22 Head Coach Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Morgan Hill, CA	We need to be more dangerous on our corner kicks. __________________ Fan of SF Giants, 49ers, Sharks, Arsenal

06-17-2006, 02:44 PM	#1228
MIJB#19 Coordinator Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Maassluis, Zuid-Holland, Netherlands	that was smart... 10 vs 10 again. __________________ * 2005 Golden Scribe winner for best FOF Dynasty about IHOF's Maassluis Merchantmen * Former GM of GEFL's Houston Oilers and WOOF's Curacao Cocktail Last edited by MIJB#19 : 06-17-2006 at 02:44 PM.

06-17-2006, 02:44 PM	#1229
TazFTW Pro Rookie Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Honolulu, HI	Crap. __________________ "Teams don't want to make the trip anymore," says Hawaii coach June Jones. "They come here, we kick their ass, they go home." Fire Ron Lee.

06-17-2006, 02:44 PM	#1230
Easy Mac Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Here	WTF That was a bullshit call by the ref

06-17-2006, 02:44 PM	#1231
kingfc22 Head Coach Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Morgan Hill, CA	are you kidding.... __________________ Fan of SF Giants, 49ers, Sharks, Arsenal

06-17-2006, 02:44 PM	#1232
DaddyTorgo Hall Of Famer Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Massachusetts	fuck

06-17-2006, 02:44 PM	#1233
tucker rocky Pro Rookie Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Of no particular interest	OH NO!

06-17-2006, 02:44 PM	#1234
Critch lolzcat Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Herndon, VA	Another game ruined by the ref.

06-17-2006, 02:44 PM	#1235
Neuqua Pro Rookie Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Chicago, Ill	Give me a break bro. __________________ Our Deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, 'Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous?' Actually, who are you not to be?

06-17-2006, 02:44 PM	#1236
AlexB Pro Starter Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Newbury, England	Bad tackle, but I'm not sure it deserved a red __________________ 'A song is a beautiful lie', Idlewild, Self Healer. When you're smiling, the whole world smiles with you. Sports!

06-17-2006, 02:45 PM	#1237
Eaglesfan27 Hall Of Famer Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: New Jersey	OH NO. I don't agree with that Red Card. __________________ Retired GM of the eNFL 2007 Super Bowl Champion Philadelphia Eagles (19-0 record.) GM of the WOOF 2006 Doggie Bowl Champion Atlantic City Gamblers. GM of the IHOF 2019 and 2022 IHOF Bowl Champion Asheville Axemen.

06-17-2006, 02:45 PM	#1238
Dunleavy High School JV Join Date: Sep 2004	ah jeez

06-17-2006, 02:45 PM	#1239
DaddyTorgo Hall Of Famer Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Massachusetts	that is TOTAL bullshit makeup call. GARBAGE