Fedyan Posted May 30, 2018 Share Posted May 30, 2018 German embassy have put one of those weird Berlin bear things, World Cup themed, in front of it. Also, a huge poster on how they cannae wait and all. Good thing it's not in the center, the freaking monstrosity I bet they fancy their chances, those Germans. A whole bunch of trolleys and buses around the city have been WC themed as well, and the subway cars will be decorated as well. Hopefully, no fancy cocaine addicts (affectionally referred to as modern artists) will be allowed anywhere near. Also, as I was jogging this past morning saw a big Costa Rica flag in my neighborhood. Those forrins, no shame at all Watching us play Austria now, with Mourinho in attendance. What a spectacle. Not. Also, staring to develop a real irrational hatred for Vardy and Hart. I can literally start a freaking farm, such is the amount of Panini stickers with those mugshots. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Away Day Gadgie Posted May 31, 2018 Share Posted May 31, 2018 German embassy have put one of those weird Berlin bear things, World Cup themed, in front of it. Also, a huge poster on how they cannae wait and all. Good thing it's not in the center, the freaking monstrosity I bet they fancy their chances, those Germans. A whole bunch of trolleys and buses around the city have been WC themed as well, and the subway cars will be decorated as well. Hopefully, no fancy cocaine addicts (affectionally referred to as modern artists) will be allowed anywhere near. Also, as I was jogging this past morning saw a big Costa Rica flag in my neighborhood. Those forrins, no shame at all Watching us play Austria now, with Mourinho in attendance. What a spectacle. Not. Also, staring to develop a real irrational hatred for Vardy and Hart. I can literally start a freaking farm, such is the amount of Panini stickers with those mugshots. I like your posts 👍 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Minhosa Posted May 31, 2018 Share Posted May 31, 2018 Is it worth putting the groups/fixtures in the opening post for this now? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raconteur Posted May 31, 2018 Share Posted May 31, 2018 German embassy have put one of those weird Berlin bear things, World Cup themed, in front of it. Also, a huge poster on how they cannae wait and all. Good thing it's not in the center, the freaking monstrosity I bet they fancy their chances, those Germans. A whole bunch of trolleys and buses around the city have been WC themed as well, and the subway cars will be decorated as well. Hopefully, no fancy cocaine addicts (affectionally referred to as modern artists) will be allowed anywhere near. Also, as I was jogging this past morning saw a big Costa Rica flag in my neighborhood. Those forrins, no shame at all Watching us play Austria now, with Mourinho in attendance. What a spectacle. Not. Also, staring to develop a real irrational hatred for Vardy and Hart. I can literally start a freaking farm, such is the amount of Panini stickers with those mugshots. I like your posts 👍 I think it's the Panini love - I'm invested and hopes he completes the set Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leek Posted May 31, 2018 Share Posted May 31, 2018 Does anyone know if we're doing that quids in on whos top scorer again? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wullie Posted May 31, 2018 Share Posted May 31, 2018 Paolo Guerrero cleared to play for Peru. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fedyan Posted June 1, 2018 Share Posted June 1, 2018 I am sure a seasoned traveler had this sorted, but just in case - don't forget about the time difference if your arrangements include arriving/departing from city city on matchday. For convenience, there is a general Moscow time standard as a reference here, so Samara is -1 hour, Kaliningrad is +1 hour and Ekaterinburg is +2 hours. All the other cities are within the above-mentioned timezone. I once almost missed the train back home from a weekend on juice in Samara because I forgot about this, so just make sure you have this addressed in your arrangements. The wait is unbearable. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted June 1, 2018 Share Posted June 1, 2018 Howay the Belgians. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flip Posted June 1, 2018 Share Posted June 1, 2018 The official tv opening. Majestic. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Segun Oluwaniyi Posted June 1, 2018 Share Posted June 1, 2018 The official tv opening. Majestic. This one is just ok, not as catchy as Brazil's. The South Africa one will stay with me forever. The football in that World Cup was relatively poor, but I'll always remember sitting in my Auntie's house in Lagos every evening and hearing that song while I was cursing Yakubu and laughing at the crying Ghanians. Great memories. Russia will be the first World Cup I attend in person, and I am unreasonably excited, despite the mental cost of everything. I just hope the Super Eagles do not ruin my trip. They have a very decent chance of a good run, imo. Group D is tough, but I like the team that Rohr has put together, it will be a hard fought thing for all four teams, I don't believe Argentina will get out of it unblemished, either. Of the other African sides, my heart holds optimism for Senegal and Egypt, primarily because of their groups. Morocco are better than Egypt and probably equal to Senegal, imo, but they will need to steal at least a draw against one of the Iberians. They were the second best side to Naija in the qualifiers and did not concede a goal, so it is definitely possible. There is no hope for Tunisia, they are poor. Egypt England are fortunate because 2 of the 3 worst sides are in their group, imo (the other being Panama). Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ketsbaia Posted June 1, 2018 Share Posted June 1, 2018 Might be one for the unpopular opinions thread, but I really don't see the appeal of that Nigeria top All the other ones that give a nod to nostalgia are very nice, I like them. Just not the one everyone is going crazy about! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fedyan Posted June 1, 2018 Share Posted June 1, 2018 The official tv opening. Majestic. This one is just ok, not as catchy as Brazil's. The South Africa one will stay with me forever. The football in that World Cup was relatively poor, but I'll always remember sitting in my Auntie's house in Lagos every evening and hearing that song while I was cursing Yakubu and laughing at the crying Ghanians. Great memories. Russia will be the first World Cup I attend in person, and I am unreasonably excited, despite the mental cost of everything. I just hope the Super Eagles do not ruin my trip. They have a very decent chance of a good run, imo. Group D is tough, but I like the team that Rohr has put together, it will be a hard fought thing for all four teams, I don't believe Argentina will get out of it unblemished, either. Of the other African sides, my heart holds optimism for Senegal and Egypt, primarily because of their groups. Morocco are better than Egypt and probably equal to Senegal, imo, but they will need to steal at least a draw against one of the Iberians. They were the second best side to Naija in the qualifiers and did not concede a goal, so it is definitely possible. There is no hope for Tunisia, they are poor. Egypt England are fortunate because 2 of the 3 worst sides are in their group, imo (the other being Panama). Did Brian Idowu make the team? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twinport53 Posted June 1, 2018 Share Posted June 1, 2018 The official tv opening. Majestic. Was expecting an armoured division of T-34s. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ketsbaia Posted June 1, 2018 Share Posted June 1, 2018 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikky Posted June 1, 2018 Share Posted June 1, 2018 Superb Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
WarrenBartonCentrePartin Posted June 1, 2018 Share Posted June 1, 2018 Superb Right in the nostalgia feels. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikky Posted June 1, 2018 Share Posted June 1, 2018 Oh aye, remember that 98 was such a great WC Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Segun Oluwaniyi Posted June 1, 2018 Share Posted June 1, 2018 Did Brian Idowu make the team? We are still carrying 25 players, so it is not final, but I would be stunned if he is not there. I think he will start at left back, tbh. It's the weakest outfield position, and he is better than Uwa and more experienced than Ola Aina. Might be one for the unpopular opinions thread, but I really don't see the appeal of that Nigeria top All the other ones that give a nod to nostalgia are very nice, I like them. Just not the one everyone is going crazy about! I wish more people shared this opinion, so it was actually possible to purchase one somewhere online. I want one two for myself and my wife, but thing is seemingly sold out worldwide. I think I will settle for one of the Lagos sold/China made versions that have flooded Naija already. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted June 1, 2018 Share Posted June 1, 2018 Owen was fucking amazing then like. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disco Posted June 2, 2018 Share Posted June 2, 2018 Faure’s Pavane. Class. Pretty grim but i want it to be my funeral music. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SEMTEX Posted June 2, 2018 Share Posted June 2, 2018 Owen was fucking amazing then like. same story with wayney innit, got the fear instilled in them Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
WarrenBartonCentrePartin Posted June 2, 2018 Share Posted June 2, 2018 Has anyone seen any decent wallcharts either for sale or included with magazines/papers that are out/due out? Preferably one where you fill in the group standings? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted June 2, 2018 Share Posted June 2, 2018 Has anyone seen any decent wallcharts either for sale or included with magazines/papers that are out/due out? Preferably one where you fill in the group standings? This one's okay, got the coverage on it. No standings though: https://www.facemediagroup.co.uk/uploads/templates/wallchart-sweepstakes/world_cup_2018_wallchart.pdf Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yorkie Posted June 2, 2018 Share Posted June 2, 2018 Such a crappy opening fixture. I want to get a shirt. Tempted by Mexico away, Egypt home and Peru home. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fedyan Posted June 2, 2018 Share Posted June 2, 2018 Such a crappy opening fixture. I want to get a shirt. Tempted by Mexico away, Egypt home and Peru home. Wash your mouth, sir Colombia away brings back so many childhood memories, like. Defoe buying one, what with their matches against Poland and Senegal coming up with me gracing the occasion. Speaking of which, if you remember that awesome Italia-90 Cameroon side, their manager is still alive and kicking. Now, at a mere 75 years of age, Valery Nepomnyashy just got himself a pretty decent job at Baltika. New stadium and training ground in Kaliningrad, a decent budget and promotion to the top tier as a set target. The guy also had spells in South Korea, Japan and Turkey. Ever since I was a kid, it always fascinated me how some people just do what they love and manage to travel around so many completely different places. In a way, he was a huge inspiration. I was sane enough not to get into football, would end up being a Russian Holloway/Herrera type, but in certain aspects the cool dude with sunglasses during that World Cup influenced so many people, he probably wouldn't even know. I now also have a farm of Sliti stickers. Ferking Panini, pesky forrin capitalists Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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