FIFA 2022 world cup

[Mr.right85]

We are seeing this 2022 World Cup had several surprises.
Brazil's defeat against Croatia, and at the moment, I'm wrinting this post, Netherlands managed to tie the game against Argentina.

So much surprises. I hope the irony from the Brazil match doesn't get to repeat itself in this Netherland 2:2 Argentina fixture. In the Brazil match, we saw Neymar score and have the whole team including the fans celebrate as though it was all over but Croatia soon cut back into the game.
Here we've seen Argentina with 2 goals ahead have that same feeling of its over only for the Netherland to cut back in with some incredible goals, first was W. Weghorst with a not very easy but well executed header into the net and he once yet again got hold of some tactical delivered free kick and placed order into the goal to win his team the equalizer they sole desired and its game on in the extra time.

[G_Besar]

Stunning Wout Weghorst scored in extra time which would have ended in 90+11 minutes due to a free kick, a successful free kick tactic by the Dutch team and who should have made no foul towards the end of the game.
Can the Netherlands vs Argentina have the same fate as Croatia vs Brazil, which in the end the favorite country can be defeated on penalties. I hope that doesn't happen and the last goal for Holland hurt a lot for Argentina and Wout Weghorst scored 2 goals.

This match was spectacular, I was completely amazed. The Dutch struggle was extraordinary and was able to rise from behind. Van Gaal was very careful in reading the situation, his decision to replace Depay was very correct, because Depay could no longer control his emotions and Weghorst's entry really had an extraordinary impact. This match is very interesting, who will qualify via penalty shootout is just a matter of luck.

[aoluain]

We are seeing this 2022 World Cup had several surprises.
Brazil's defeat against Croatia, and at the moment, I'm wrinting this post, Netherlands managed to tie the game against Argentina.

Apparently, I believe we don't have a favorite team for this cup, because anything can happen...

Will Morocco be able to beat Portugal and France will lose the game tomorrow? That's the question...

That was some surprise for Brazil to be beaten by Croatia, only managing to score 1 goal
from play and for Croatia to score one back to get to penalties.

I think a lot of bets got liquidated today with Brazil.


Netherlands v Argentina

I am just checking in on the stats so far, The Netherlands have had 2 shots on target only
and they both have registered goals, impressive.

I am hoping the Dutch go through.

[ingiltere]

Brazil was the biggest favorite and they are gone too. After Germany and Spain now there is one more favorite out of the calculations. Most people underestimated Croatia but they were not a big underdog. We know how they play in big tournaments. This result is not surprising to me. In the end this is World Cup, everybody try to do their best. I feel bad for Neymar but they should've scored a goal way earlier. This is what happens when you waste too many chances. Croatia well deserved semi-finals.

[KennyR]

We are seeing this 2022 World Cup had several surprises.
Brazil's defeat against Croatia, and at the moment, I'm wrinting this post, Netherlands managed to tie the game against Argentina.

Apparently, I believe we don't have a favorite team for this cup, because anything can happen...

Will Morocco be able to beat Portugal and France will lose the game tomorrow? That's the question...

Anything could happen, Morocco have already given a surprise beating Spain to enter the quarter finals. This time no team were to be underestimated. Every team played good and small mistakes turned to be goal. Surprise began from the very first day and it looks like the same will last to the final day of FIFA 2022. France the defending champion seems to win the match and repeat a same final as 2018.

[JeromeTash]

The mistake of the Brazilian team was because they were optimistic that they could win it after winning over Croatia so they no longer attacked and even the corner was not used for additional goals, so when they were not attacking constantly, the opponent's chances were to take advantage of counterattacks to get attacks on target. And finally they managed to equalize the goal in the second extra half, Team Brazil also made a mistake when kicking the penalty which resulted in them having to go home.

They were behaving in a very proud manner as if the world cup was going to be handed to them. In am a neutral fan but I am glad Croatia knocked them out. Maybe next time they will have to respect opponents and also stop thinking that each game will be a walk over for them.

Kudos to Croatia and Modric

[uchegod-21]

The world cup is getting crazier in the quarter-finals especially because there are many matches to be decided by penalties. Brazil lost on penalties against Croatia, and now the same scenario is very likely for Argentina against the Netherlands.

I think Argentina will also be out today following Brazil. The two teams drew each other and haven't scored a goal in extra time at the moment, so now there's only 15 minutes left before going into the penalty shoot-out. If it comes to the penalty round, then I think the Netherlands will win.

I don't know but I mean to say that the referee of this match between Argentina and Netherlands seems to be a bit bias he is aligning to with Argentina more than Netherlands I don't know why it is so. There are some obvious direct kicks that he has awarded to Argentina which are not supposed to be so and I am still in doubt of the penalty kick which was awarded Argentina of which Lionel Messi scored.

I am happy that the Netherlands were vindicated by having that late minutes goal which led them to extra-time. Penalty kick will likely decide this match.

[macson]

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in the 2018 world cup, Croatia made it to the final but lost to French, and so far we have also seen how good the performance was presented by the Croatia national team, so i think the brazil vs Croatia match will end in a penalty ^{(because brazil relies more on young players than experienced players, but croatia is different, modric is a great midfielder)}

I don't think so. You shall not underestimate brazil in the current world cup. I thin that brazil has greater chance to beat croatia easily. Let's back to the how croatia was feeling so difficult against japan. I were thinking about brazil may able to defeat japan easily if brazil was facing japan during the last 16.
I think that croatia will lose against brazil. So many people have the same opinion like me too. Brazil is far better rather than croatia. The possible thing for croatia to force the match become draw. I can't wait to see the match between brazil against croatia.

the reason why Brazil lost the match against Croatia was that they underestimated Croatia too much, they played too relaxed, even when they were winning 1-0, but Croatia had an extraordinary mentality, they continued to attack without stopping. ^{(livakovic is a great goalkeeper, croatia are lucky to have him)}

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Unfortunately, Croatia played nowhere as good as in Russia 4 years ago; our defense is as good as before (or maybe even better with Gvardiol), but midfield isn't (Modric is 4 years older and not on his usual level +  Rakitic retired from national team ) and our forwards are nowhere as good as in Russia (Manduzkic was immensely important for us). So no, so far we didn't play good and I don't know how you got that impression, it's our experience that brought us to the quarterfinal. That of course doesn't mean that we are not without chances against Brazil as we are usually best when no one gives us any chance, but it will be tough and they are the clear favorites.

the favorite is not necessarily the winner, the facts have proven that croatia is the best team than brazil. After the victory from Croatia this time, are you still unsure about your country's team?

[DaNNy001]

What's happening this time also with Argentina vs Netherlands, for a moment you think Messi's camarades are controlling the match and really playing a beautiful football scored two goals and everyone was sure it's over for tonight. Then boom Netherlands found out that Argentina defense are not that strong and took the chance and played till last minutes where they could draw the scores once again and they are now playing for their chances to qualify for semi finals

Well thats football for you, you never can tell was gonna happen in the next minute. After messi had scored and it was 2-0 , it would be just naturally for the Netherlands to ease their pressure after going two goals down but that wasn't the case here like you said they exploited the weakness in the Argentina defence and pull a wonderful comeback and drew the game at 2-2. This would be the second time in the competition if the Argentine lose that they have taken the lead but let it go and also this was the first time in the Qatar 2022 world cup that the Netherlands have trail by a goal and in this case they were even loosing by 2goals to nothing. The Netherlands have done a fantastic job by taking the game to extra time of play.
It would be very wonderful if they can finish up this comeback with a victory, if its get to penalty shoutout but penalty is actually a play of luck no side is too good for penalty so the luckiest team would be the once to meet up with the Croatians at the semi finals

[Furious 7]

The entry of Di Maria is a little different at this time because indeed they are better able to control the midfield well and with the entry of Di Maria now there are already several very good opportunities.
There are still about 5 minutes left now and the match is getting more interesting to watch because it is certain that the two teams want to maximize this crucial time, especially since they cannot be sure when the penalty shoot-out will be.

[BITCOIN4X]

What's happening this time also with Argentina vs Netherlands, for a moment you think Messi's camarades are controlling the match and really playing a beautiful football scored two goals and everyone was sure it's over for tonight. Then boom Netherlands found out that Argentina defense are not that strong and took the chance and played till last minutes where they could draw the scores once again and they are now playing for their chances to qualify for semi finals

Of course right, Argentina's strategy at the end of the second half was really bad. They made a lot of mistakes when they were already 2 goals up, it was really bad and didn't matter. Now things are going to be difficult for Argentina especially as the Netherlands looks very confident going into the penalty shootout. But whatever it is, I think Argentina will qualify for the semi-finals. Argentina created several successful opportunities, but so far they have not been able to score. Now waiting for the penalty shootout.

[Rikafip]

I just can't take this result man. Croatia just parked the bus and somehow carried the game to the penalty shoot-outs. This is like the most boring kind of game strategy I have ever seen. Of course I know that they were the underdog and they needed to play more carefully. But I just don't believe they deserved to advance.

Parked the bus? Buddy, what game have you watched because you obviously didn't want Croatia vs Brazil. Ball possession 51%:49% for Croatia, passes completed 694 vs 684 for Croatia. How on earth Croatia managed to achieve that if all we did is parked the bus and let Brazil attack us?  Football is more than just mindless attacks with no regard to defense and tactic, and that's the beauty of it. In no other team sport underdog has so much chance to win if they prepare properly and that's why it is the most popular sport in the world.

It is a huge disappointment for Brazil.

That's their problem. They faced experienced and tactically flawless team that managed to neutralize their biggest threats and they are going home. Better luck next time.

Now that Brazil is out what do you think? I'm not a French citizen or anything, I just like the story of Mbappe and the French team. I think Argentina just became the huge favorite of the teams left but I'm still pulling for France.

Honestly I don't see Argentina being favorite even after Brazil going home. For me personally both England and France have at least as much chance as them, and Portugal ain't far behind them either. If they even beat the Dutch or Croatia.

[GxSTxV]

Very exciting and crazy last few minutes of extra time we have seen now between Argentina and Netherlands, many dangerous and so close chances to score from Argentina to kill the match but failed. They seem afraid of penalties and since the start of this cup all the teams that managed to draw could win in penalties like Croatia for example

[Porfirii]

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This match was spectacular, I was completely amazed. The Dutch struggle was extraordinary and was able to rise from behind. Van Gaal was very careful in reading the situation, his decision to replace Depay was very correct, because Depay could no longer control his emotions and Weghorst's entry really had an extraordinary impact. This match is very interesting, who will qualify via penalty shootout is just a matter of luck.

Indeed, it's being epic! let's see how they do in the penalties. It seems that there is a curse on this world cup, because of so many matches ending this way.

I make no predictions about the penalties: after Spain missing the first three shots, I can believe almost anything.

[wheelz1200]

Well it's going to penalties but this has to be the best single day of the quarter finals ever.  The Dutch in the last second brought it to extra time and Croatia down 1 in extras in the final minutes scored as well.  Argentina looked the better team today so I hope they go through.  Netherlands looked good for about 10 minutes but that's all it takes. 

[Cryptock]

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This match was spectacular, I was completely amazed. The Dutch struggle was extraordinary and was able to rise from behind. Van Gaal was very careful in reading the situation, his decision to replace Depay was very correct, because Depay could no longer control his emotions and Weghorst's entry really had an extraordinary impact. This match is very interesting, who will qualify via penalty shootout is just a matter of luck.

Indeed, it's being epic! let's see how they do in the penalties. It seems that there is a curse on this world cup, because of so many matches ending this way.

I make no predictions about the penalties: after Spain missing the first three shots, I can believe almost anything.

The extra time being given to the teams but the match will be decided on penalty shoot outs for sure

[n0ne]

Very exciting and crazy last few minutes of extra time we have seen now between Argentina and Netherlands, many dangerous and so close chances to score from Argentina to kill the match but failed. They seem afraid of penalties and since the start of this cup all the teams that managed to draw could win in penalties like Croatia for example

My heart kept pounding and finally it was Argentina to win the match on penalty shoot. 2(3)-2(4). Big match and big performance from both the teams. In specific I loved the way Netherlands played the match. Playing against a team with massive support isn't an easy thing. Got astonished with the global support for Argentina which is 132 million whereas for Netherlands it is just 28 million.

[LGD2Business]

Weghorst has done everything, what more can a man do? He single-handedly took the game to extra time and penalties. He turned the penalty into a goal. But other Dutch players missed penalties. Except for Weghorst, there was no Dutch player showing character. Anyway, Messi and Argentina are going to take the trophy. Their road is very open now. They were expected to play against Brazil but they will play against Croatia. Come on Messi, take that trophy!

[nurilham]

It is quite disappointing that 2 Netherland players failed to score at the beginning of penalty shoot-outs. It makes Argentina easier to win, Messi did his job very well by scoring as the first kicker from Argentina team. I can't believe that Van Dijk failed to score, he has a big role as the captain and as the first kicker. When he failed to score, it is like a heavy blow to his team.

Well, congratulation to Argentina fans. Argentina will play against Croatia in the next round. It seems Messi has a big chance to play in the final round and win the title. It is a perfect end for his career in Argentina national team if he finally can win the world cup title.

[Falconer]

Well it's going to penalties but this has to be the best single day of the quarter finals ever.  The Dutch in the last second brought it to extra time and Croatia down 1 in extras in the final minutes scored as well.  Argentina looked the better team today so I hope they go through.  Netherlands looked good for about 10 minutes but that's all it takes.

The Netherlands struggle ended, Argentina won and qualified for the semi-finals against Croatia. Congratulations to Argentina, I appreciate their hard work in this match. This match really drained a lot of energy because the winner must be determined until the penalty shootout. Emiliano Martínez is the savior with his 2 penalty saves, he is really living the Argentine dream at this time. I hope they will reach the final in this World Cup, anything is possible.