Guest n4e Posted July 1, 2014 Share Posted July 1, 2014 That's when your mate takes the keeper out on FIFA and brings him back in. Dunno whether to chip it or not. Always the worst when you get baited into the chip. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LucaAltieri Posted July 1, 2014 Share Posted July 1, 2014 What 'context' would you like? See the above post. As it's near impossible to separate the individual from the context of his team, role, competition they're playing in, etc I think it's risky business giving too much importance to these numbers when comparing them side by side. Statistical analysis has a role to play in football, but you've got to be comparing like for like otherwise the numbers are meaningless. A great example is comparing Demba Ba's pre-Cisse and post-Cisse scoring records with us. If you remove all context, it looks like Ba's form completely dropped. You need the context of knowing he was being played in a wide position to figure out what's really going on. Another example would be Jozy Altidore's scoring record in Holland. The numbers alone are meaningless without context. You can't compare Messi's all-Barca career to Ronaldo's career looking just at the numbers, which is why I'm focusing on their current talent, attitudes, performances. Actually, those stats were derived in context, the article had a whole segment trying to separate Messi's numbers from the impact Barca has had on his numbers. Not to be a jerk, but try reading it during halftime, I'd be curious what you think afterwards. I'll take a look in a few, see what they came up with. But it'll have to be some work of genius to separate out the fact they've played for completely different clubs at different levels, in different countries for their entire careers. Barcelona and Madrid are in the same country for the time being at least But they are different clubs. There's not a single like-for-like factor in their careers. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taylor Swift Posted July 1, 2014 Share Posted July 1, 2014 Argies look shit. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
joeyt Posted July 1, 2014 Share Posted July 1, 2014 No way Schar is pronounced the same as Cher Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
loki679 Posted July 1, 2014 Share Posted July 1, 2014 What 'context' would you like? See the above post. As it's near impossible to separate the individual from the context of his team, role, competition they're playing in, etc I think it's risky business giving too much importance to these numbers when comparing them side by side. Statistical analysis has a role to play in football, but you've got to be comparing like for like otherwise the numbers are meaningless. A great example is comparing Demba Ba's pre-Cisse and post-Cisse scoring records with us. If you remove all context, it looks like Ba's form completely dropped. You need the context of knowing he was being played in a wide position to figure out what's really going on. Another example would be Jozy Altidore's scoring record in Holland. The numbers alone are meaningless without context. You can't compare Messi's all-Barca career to Ronaldo's career looking just at the numbers, which is why I'm focusing on their current talent, attitudes, performances. Actually, those stats were derived in context, the article had a whole segment trying to separate Messi's numbers from the impact Barca has had on his numbers. Not to be a jerk, but try reading it during halftime, I'd be curious what you think afterwards. I'll take a look in a few, see what they came up with. But it'll have to be some work of genius to separate out the fact they've played for completely different clubs at different levels, in different countries for their entire careers. Or possibly you could say they've played for different clubs at the same level in the same country? Allied to the numbers we have the evidence of our eyes. Ronaldo is a world class player but Messi is better. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ketsbaia Posted July 1, 2014 Share Posted July 1, 2014 Switzerland will win this Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
54 Posted July 1, 2014 Share Posted July 1, 2014 That's when your mate takes the keeper out on FIFA and brings him back in. Dunno whether to chip it or not. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LucaAltieri Posted July 1, 2014 Share Posted July 1, 2014 What 'context' would you like? See the above post. As it's near impossible to separate the individual from the context of his team, role, competition they're playing in, etc I think it's risky business giving too much importance to these numbers when comparing them side by side. Statistical analysis has a role to play in football, but you've got to be comparing like for like otherwise the numbers are meaningless. A great example is comparing Demba Ba's pre-Cisse and post-Cisse scoring records with us. If you remove all context, it looks like Ba's form completely dropped. You need the context of knowing he was being played in a wide position to figure out what's really going on. Another example would be Jozy Altidore's scoring record in Holland. The numbers alone are meaningless without context. You can't compare Messi's all-Barca career to Ronaldo's career looking just at the numbers, which is why I'm focusing on their current talent, attitudes, performances. Actually, those stats were derived in context, the article had a whole segment trying to separate Messi's numbers from the impact Barca has had on his numbers. Not to be a jerk, but try reading it during halftime, I'd be curious what you think afterwards. I'll take a look in a few, see what they came up with. But it'll have to be some work of genius to separate out the fact they've played for completely different clubs at different levels, in different countries for their entire careers. Or possibly you could say they've played for different clubs at the same level in the same country? Allied to the numbers we have the evidence of our eyes. Ronaldo is a world class player but Messi is better. Probably. But I think it's closer than the stats indicate. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
loki679 Posted July 1, 2014 Share Posted July 1, 2014 What 'context' would you like? See the above post. As it's near impossible to separate the individual from the context of his team, role, competition they're playing in, etc I think it's risky business giving too much importance to these numbers when comparing them side by side. Statistical analysis has a role to play in football, but you've got to be comparing like for like otherwise the numbers are meaningless. A great example is comparing Demba Ba's pre-Cisse and post-Cisse scoring records with us. If you remove all context, it looks like Ba's form completely dropped. You need the context of knowing he was being played in a wide position to figure out what's really going on. Another example would be Jozy Altidore's scoring record in Holland. The numbers alone are meaningless without context. You can't compare Messi's all-Barca career to Ronaldo's career looking just at the numbers, which is why I'm focusing on their current talent, attitudes, performances. Actually, those stats were derived in context, the article had a whole segment trying to separate Messi's numbers from the impact Barca has had on his numbers. Not to be a jerk, but try reading it during halftime, I'd be curious what you think afterwards. I'll take a look in a few, see what they came up with. But it'll have to be some work of genius to separate out the fact they've played for completely different clubs at different levels, in different countries for their entire careers. Barcelona and Madrid are in the same country for the time being at least But they are different clubs. There's not a single like-for-like factor in their careers. Guess we can't say Ronaldo is better than Dean Whitehead then. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
triggs Posted July 1, 2014 Share Posted July 1, 2014 What 'context' would you like? See the above post. As it's near impossible to separate the individual from the context of his team, role, competition they're playing in, etc I think it's risky business giving too much importance to these numbers when comparing them side by side. Statistical analysis has a role to play in football, but you've got to be comparing like for like otherwise the numbers are meaningless. A great example is comparing Demba Ba's pre-Cisse and post-Cisse scoring records with us. If you remove all context, it looks like Ba's form completely dropped. You need the context of knowing he was being played in a wide position to figure out what's really going on. Another example would be Jozy Altidore's scoring record in Holland. The numbers alone are meaningless without context. You can't compare Messi's all-Barca career to Ronaldo's career looking just at the numbers, which is why I'm focusing on their current talent, attitudes, performances. Actually, those stats were derived in context, the article had a whole segment trying to separate Messi's numbers from the impact Barca has had on his numbers. Not to be a jerk, but try reading it during halftime, I'd be curious what you think afterwards. I'll take a look in a few, see what they came up with. But it'll have to be some work of genius to separate out the fact they've played for completely different clubs at different levels, in different countries for their entire careers. Barcelona and Madrid are in the same country for the time being at least But they are different clubs. There's not a single like-for-like factor in their careers. Well if you are going to look at it like that you can never compare players that don't play for the same team. The two best clubs in the same country is close enough for comparison IMO Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted July 1, 2014 Share Posted July 1, 2014 Think I'm hitting saturation point. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest firetotheworks Posted July 1, 2014 Share Posted July 1, 2014 What 'context' would you like? See the above post. As it's near impossible to separate the individual from the context of his team, role, competition they're playing in, etc I think it's risky business giving too much importance to these numbers when comparing them side by side. Statistical analysis has a role to play in football, but you've got to be comparing like for like otherwise the numbers are meaningless. A great example is comparing Demba Ba's pre-Cisse and post-Cisse scoring records with us. If you remove all context, it looks like Ba's form completely dropped. You need the context of knowing he was being played in a wide position to figure out what's really going on. Another example would be Jozy Altidore's scoring record in Holland. The numbers alone are meaningless without context. You can't compare Messi's all-Barca career to Ronaldo's career looking just at the numbers, which is why I'm focusing on their current talent, attitudes, performances. Actually, those stats were derived in context, the article had a whole segment trying to separate Messi's numbers from the impact Barca has had on his numbers. Not to be a jerk, but try reading it during halftime, I'd be curious what you think afterwards. I'll take a look in a few, see what they came up with. But it'll have to be some work of genius to separate out the fact they've played for completely different clubs at different levels, in different countries for their entire careers. Barcelona and Madrid are in the same country for the time being at least But they are different clubs. There's not a single like-for-like factor in their careers. You may as well say that all comparisons are a bit pointless in that case imo. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shak Posted July 1, 2014 Share Posted July 1, 2014 Think I'm hitting saturation point. I think maybe this is just a shit game. You'll be fiending come Thursday night. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LucaAltieri Posted July 1, 2014 Share Posted July 1, 2014 What 'context' would you like? See the above post. As it's near impossible to separate the individual from the context of his team, role, competition they're playing in, etc I think it's risky business giving too much importance to these numbers when comparing them side by side. Statistical analysis has a role to play in football, but you've got to be comparing like for like otherwise the numbers are meaningless. A great example is comparing Demba Ba's pre-Cisse and post-Cisse scoring records with us. If you remove all context, it looks like Ba's form completely dropped. You need the context of knowing he was being played in a wide position to figure out what's really going on. Another example would be Jozy Altidore's scoring record in Holland. The numbers alone are meaningless without context. You can't compare Messi's all-Barca career to Ronaldo's career looking just at the numbers, which is why I'm focusing on their current talent, attitudes, performances. Actually, those stats were derived in context, the article had a whole segment trying to separate Messi's numbers from the impact Barca has had on his numbers. Not to be a jerk, but try reading it during halftime, I'd be curious what you think afterwards. I'll take a look in a few, see what they came up with. But it'll have to be some work of genius to separate out the fact they've played for completely different clubs at different levels, in different countries for their entire careers. Barcelona and Madrid are in the same country for the time being at least But they are different clubs. There's not a single like-for-like factor in their careers. Guess we can't say Ronaldo is better than Dean Whitehead then. We can, because when you add in the context Ronaldo is a better player. If you look at the technique, fitness, etc it's no contest. Stats only work in apples to apples comparisons. For the rest you have to use your brain/eyes. http://i1.kym-cdn.com/entries/icons/original/000/013/034/yeahsciencebitch.PNG Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
loki679 Posted July 1, 2014 Share Posted July 1, 2014 It'll be different shirt numbers next or different pant size maybe. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted July 1, 2014 Share Posted July 1, 2014 Think I'm hitting saturation point. I think maybe this is just a shit game. You'll be fiending come Thursday night. Nah, just think it's generally getting to overload stuff now. Suppose things settle down after today and then I can complain when it's over. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest firetotheworks Posted July 1, 2014 Share Posted July 1, 2014 What 'context' would you like? See the above post. As it's near impossible to separate the individual from the context of his team, role, competition they're playing in, etc I think it's risky business giving too much importance to these numbers when comparing them side by side. Statistical analysis has a role to play in football, but you've got to be comparing like for like otherwise the numbers are meaningless. A great example is comparing Demba Ba's pre-Cisse and post-Cisse scoring records with us. If you remove all context, it looks like Ba's form completely dropped. You need the context of knowing he was being played in a wide position to figure out what's really going on. Another example would be Jozy Altidore's scoring record in Holland. The numbers alone are meaningless without context. You can't compare Messi's all-Barca career to Ronaldo's career looking just at the numbers, which is why I'm focusing on their current talent, attitudes, performances. Actually, those stats were derived in context, the article had a whole segment trying to separate Messi's numbers from the impact Barca has had on his numbers. Not to be a jerk, but try reading it during halftime, I'd be curious what you think afterwards. I'll take a look in a few, see what they came up with. But it'll have to be some work of genius to separate out the fact they've played for completely different clubs at different levels, in different countries for their entire careers. Barcelona and Madrid are in the same country for the time being at least But they are different clubs. There's not a single like-for-like factor in their careers. Guess we can't say Ronaldo is better than Dean Whitehead then. We can, because when you add in the context Ronaldo is a better player. If you look at the technique, fitness, etc it's no contest. Stats only work in apples to apples comparisons. For the rest you have to use your brain. Christ. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest firetotheworks Posted July 1, 2014 Share Posted July 1, 2014 Think I'm hitting saturation point. I think maybe this is just a s*** game. You'll be fiending come Thursday night. Nah, just think it's generally getting to overload stuff now. Suppose things settle down after today and then I can complain when it's over. Yi sick ih thi footbahhl lyk? Yi a puff or summick? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted July 1, 2014 Share Posted July 1, 2014 Think I'm hitting saturation point. I think maybe this is just a s*** game. You'll be fiending come Thursday night. Nah, just think it's generally getting to overload stuff now. Suppose things settle down after today and then I can complain when it's over. Yi sick ih thi footbahhl lyk? Yi a puff or summick? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LucaAltieri Posted July 1, 2014 Share Posted July 1, 2014 What 'context' would you like? See the above post. As it's near impossible to separate the individual from the context of his team, role, competition they're playing in, etc I think it's risky business giving too much importance to these numbers when comparing them side by side. Statistical analysis has a role to play in football, but you've got to be comparing like for like otherwise the numbers are meaningless. A great example is comparing Demba Ba's pre-Cisse and post-Cisse scoring records with us. If you remove all context, it looks like Ba's form completely dropped. You need the context of knowing he was being played in a wide position to figure out what's really going on. Another example would be Jozy Altidore's scoring record in Holland. The numbers alone are meaningless without context. You can't compare Messi's all-Barca career to Ronaldo's career looking just at the numbers, which is why I'm focusing on their current talent, attitudes, performances. Actually, those stats were derived in context, the article had a whole segment trying to separate Messi's numbers from the impact Barca has had on his numbers. Not to be a jerk, but try reading it during halftime, I'd be curious what you think afterwards. I'll take a look in a few, see what they came up with. But it'll have to be some work of genius to separate out the fact they've played for completely different clubs at different levels, in different countries for their entire careers. Barcelona and Madrid are in the same country for the time being at least But they are different clubs. There's not a single like-for-like factor in their careers. Guess we can't say Ronaldo is better than Dean Whitehead then. We can, because when you add in the context Ronaldo is a better player. If you look at the technique, fitness, etc it's no contest. Stats only work in apples to apples comparisons. For the rest you have to use your brain. Christ. He didn't play for Barca either. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
loki679 Posted July 1, 2014 Share Posted July 1, 2014 What 'context' would you like? See the above post. As it's near impossible to separate the individual from the context of his team, role, competition they're playing in, etc I think it's risky business giving too much importance to these numbers when comparing them side by side. Statistical analysis has a role to play in football, but you've got to be comparing like for like otherwise the numbers are meaningless. A great example is comparing Demba Ba's pre-Cisse and post-Cisse scoring records with us. If you remove all context, it looks like Ba's form completely dropped. You need the context of knowing he was being played in a wide position to figure out what's really going on. Another example would be Jozy Altidore's scoring record in Holland. The numbers alone are meaningless without context. You can't compare Messi's all-Barca career to Ronaldo's career looking just at the numbers, which is why I'm focusing on their current talent, attitudes, performances. Actually, those stats were derived in context, the article had a whole segment trying to separate Messi's numbers from the impact Barca has had on his numbers. Not to be a jerk, but try reading it during halftime, I'd be curious what you think afterwards. I'll take a look in a few, see what they came up with. But it'll have to be some work of genius to separate out the fact they've played for completely different clubs at different levels, in different countries for their entire careers. Barcelona and Madrid are in the same country for the time being at least But they are different clubs. There's not a single like-for-like factor in their careers. Guess we can't say Ronaldo is better than Dean Whitehead then. We can, because when you add in the context Ronaldo is a better player. If you look at the technique, fitness, etc it's no contest. Stats only work in apples to apples comparisons. For the rest you have to use your brain. Ronaldo, having won less, scored less, assisted less, looked worse, achieved less internationally and been less critically acclaimed is a better player? Bizarre. Possibly you saw some 'context' in the king that we all missed for so long. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
joeyt Posted July 1, 2014 Share Posted July 1, 2014 Has Tim Howard's tourettes gone? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shak Posted July 1, 2014 Share Posted July 1, 2014 Fuck you Rich you cunt. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted July 1, 2014 Share Posted July 1, 2014 That's three for a bumming then. Line up, gents. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted July 1, 2014 Share Posted July 1, 2014 Rich dun like footy cos gay lol Rich, man. Think of what's waiting in the other end of the WC, man. Get your fill now, cause the king is on the way. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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