THE WORLD CUP

[Becket]

The World Cup begins on June 11. I can't wait. Anybody else interested?

I am picking France to win, though I hope England does well.

Don't see the USA doing much, so I hope to be pleasantly surprised.

I also cheer for Germany, even if my favorite player, the gorgeous Manuel Neuer, doesn't play. Always thought they had the best looking guys. 

LET'S GO! 

[Becket]

Not many soccer (football) fans here it seems. 

[jonasfoleson]

Spain are favourites iMHO. most balanced team.

Then France and England. Germany and Argentina aren't all that compared to yesteryear, and yes Argentina are the holders. 

Portugal still rely on Ronaldo - GOAT status aside he's old. Their younger stars like Bernando and Fernandes don't do much.

[BuffaloKyle]

On 6/3/2026 at 11:02 AM, Becket said:

Not many soccer (football) fans here it seems. 

[MikeBiDude]

3 hours ago, BuffaloKyle said:

Like the cartoon! I’m not a huge fan, but the local (to me) USA/Paraguay game was kinda exciting. Was watching it with some family.

[BuffaloKyle]

 

[Becket]

After about a week here are some thoughts.

1.  USA looked amazing, especially in the first half. Was shocked to see how well they played; aggressive, yet tight at the back (a trait we can all be thankful for.) Christian Pulisic was the spark plug. Suffered a slight calf injury; hope it's nothing serious.

2.  France looked awesome, very much like the best team; while Spain looked lethargic and uninterested. 

3. Watching the champions Argentina as we speak. Early on they seem solid and ready to go. Yep, Messi just scored.* They're in it but good.

4. Norway had a great first game against Iraq. The world's (probable) best player Erling Haaland was spectacular, scoring two of their four goals.

5. Can't wait for tomorrow's game here in Dallas between England and Croatia. Ought to be a thrilla'. 

*Messi just scored his THIRD goal tonight. A "hat trick." At this level, very rare, almost impossible it seems. Sorry Erling, I spoke too soon. Messi is the GOAT and STILL the best player in the world. (Almost gave myself a stiffie watching his excellence; His Excellency!)

Edited June 17 by Becket

[mike carey]

[Becket]

Yes, I'm very much looking forward to the Cape Verde vs Curacao showdown. Sends shudders down my spine.

[mike carey]

1 minute ago, Becket said:

Yes, I'm very much looking forward to the Cape Verde vs Curacao showdown. Sends shudders down my spine.

People have actually heard of Curaçao. Problem is most of them think it comes in a bottle. Thankfully, a few know it has beaches.

[cany10011]

Not a soccer fan… but a few hookups are here visiting to cheer on their teams (France and Argentina). 
 

[mike carey]

Ecuador 0 Curaçao 0

What were they drinking?

 

[Becket]

Interesting article about escorts (in this case, female) working the world cup.

https://www.dailymail.com/news/article-15920381/escorts-world-cup-players-requests.html

And for those of us who complain about $300 an hour rates, check out what this person is charging, and getting.

Edited Wednesday at 03:59 AM by Becket

[TonyDown]

32 teams advance to the knockout round, so it's early to start making predictions.

I love the Scottish fans, so it would be nice to see them advance.

Will a Cinderella team like Croatia advance.  Their #21 is handsome.  🥰  They beat Panama today in a pretty good match.

English fans in Mexico City were too special to join in the wave.  No fun!!  Where I come from we'd say those fans think "their sh!t don't stink".   😆

Edited Wednesday at 05:06 AM by TonyDown

[Becket]

I just don't know........

...what the hell Paris Hilton was doing prancing and strutting with a ball on the middle of the field.

...when Turkey became Turkiye.

...how it is that German goalie Manuel Neuer seems to be getting better looking with age.

...how Team USA suddenly became so formidable. 

...how England, with a very good team, manages to choke every world cup.....EXCUSE ME!   FIFA World Cup.

...why the German National Anthem is the same tune as a hymn we sometimes sing at church.

...why I'm NOT one of those who thinks that Erling Haaland of Norway; who is a blond, blue-eyed, tall and fit star, is a drop dead gorgeous creation.

...if there is a more clever chant than the one sung out by Australian fans:

        Aussie lads are on a bender, (you know who's) a sex offender.  (Sorry I can't say the name. Against COM rules.)

 

...if I can watch anymore soccer this week. I'm maxed out.

Edited Friday at 02:20 AM by Becket

[mike carey]

@Becket the first time I heard that chant I thought it was an AI construct. Maybe it is ....

Or maybe not.