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[casperBGD]

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With the way Arsenal played the last few games there is no chance that they can beat Manchester City next week.

overall, that is their only chance, to win at Etihad and forget all the fuss around last three draws they had
I would not count them out for that, although chances are slim

they conceived fast and stupid goal yesterday, and that made a match different from what expected in the beginning

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[cygan]

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What a great game yesterday, best one I ever watched live. I feel Arsenal should have gotten that 4th goal, they were really piling the pressure in last moments. There will be some pictures in near future, both here and in cygan's thread but maybe they will have to wait until we get back home, lots of stuff to do while we are here.

Thanks to Sportsbet and Steve to making this happen Maybe I would have watched Arsenal game on my own one day, but VIP treatment is something I know I would never have gotten in any other combination

i am already looking forward to the upcoming stadium pictures
you can both consider yourselves lucky that yesterday was such a dramatic and high-scoring game (which then made the trip to london even more than worth the reward).
i assume you watched the game in the closed vip-rooms or could you feel the whole stadium atmosphere live on the stands as well? (unfortunately i don't know this stadium and can't say anything about the vip stands and how they are designed).
and of course also a very nice gesture from Steve (Sportsbet.io) - hope for you three that the meeting for all parties then (outside of the game attendance) has also been worthwhile

[slaman29]

With the way Arsenal played the last few games there is no chance that they can beat Manchester City next week. Yesterday it looked like they want to win, but simply can't score a goal. Those two goals at the end of the game were a surprise because they looed like they will never score a goal. Southampton players were defending and didn't care about attack in the second period.

I truly hope they play differently against City. Jesus is back, Saka is in the team, everyone is almost there even Trossard is back, they were struggling with injuries before but everything is with them now.

If City win, then they are the winners for sure, and then FA Cup and also Champions League. Not that I hate City but if money wins treble, then the message is strong and wrong

[buwaytress]

i assume you watched the game in the closed vip-rooms or could you feel the whole stadium atmosphere live on the stands as well? (unfortunately i don't know this stadium and can't say anything about the vip stands and how they are designed).
and of course also a very nice gesture from Steve (Sportsbet.io) - hope for you three that the meeting for all parties then (outside of the game attendance) has also been worthwhile

Now that you ask I wonder what the setup in other stadiums are as well. Where I'm from in Southeast Asia, there are no VIP boxes, just "grandstand" box, in the middle with just sofas so it's pretty close to the field as well, players can actually (and have in the past) jumped up and hugged presidents etc haha.

But the two I've seen in England are high up above. Best views, since you see the entire pitch, but definitely lacking some of the fanatic atmosphere. At Anfield, for example, the best atmosphere seats are at the Kop -- but it's a sort of misnomer as no one sits at that section, and most of it's filled with season ticket holders. But you see almost nothing, to be honest. You wait til your team attacks your end, and hope they camp there all game so it's fun. The other half, if you're dominating, happens up field and you kind of are guessing what's going on.

The VIP boxes are above, and generally are quieter =D

As a neutral, I'd definitely take the VIP cushy seats. Drink, talk, watch everything. Not sure why Trofo/cryptofrka are not too drunk to respond here!

[Trofo]

As a neutral, I'd definitely take the VIP cushy seats. Drink, talk, watch everything. Not sure why Trofo/cryptofrka are not too drunk to respond here!

That is beacuse we can hold our alcohol well  New games are already starting so that means new round of drinking is starting as well.  We watched Fulham in a pub near hotel. Now we will try to find some even better pub for later kick off.

[darxiaomi]

Nice to hear you have a magnificent experience with SB guys, and also you see a beautifull full of goals games.


About the game, im never gonna understand how the bookies and the data collect compute the minutes. They always add one to the real goal. for example Martinelli goal was at 19.37 but they put 20. And its always that way for that i avoid like pague that kind of bets, it can make you loss health.







The NBA question for me it was like a freepoint, for everyone who knows anything about NBA. I think Trofo joking us on that, its like when he say to us check the draft in tennis.

[casperBGD]

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About the game, im never gonna understand how the bookies and the data collect compute the minutes. They always add one to the real goal. for example Martinelli goal was at 19.37 but they put 20.

it is easy, if it is 0:31 on the timer, that is 1', it can't be minute 0, so each minute after is counted when started, and minute 20 starts at 19:01

Fulham did their part, Wolves are already up against Leicester, so it is up to Everton to win against Palace and improve chances to avoid relegation

[cryptofrka]

Now that you ask I wonder what the setup in other stadiums are as well. Where I'm from in Southeast Asia, there are no VIP boxes, just "grandstand" box, in the middle with just sofas so it's pretty close to the field as well, players can actually (and have in the past) jumped up and hugged presidents etc haha.

But the two I've seen in England are high up above. Best views, since you see the entire pitch, but definitely lacking some of the fanatic atmosphere. At Anfield, for example, the best atmosphere seats are at the Kop -- but it's a sort of misnomer as no one sits at that section, and most of it's filled with season ticket holders. But you see almost nothing, to be honest. You wait til your team attacks your end, and hope they camp there all game so it's fun. The other half, if you're dominating, happens up field and you kind of are guessing what's going on.

The VIP boxes are above, and generally are quieter =D

As a neutral, I'd definitely take the VIP cushy seats. Drink, talk, watch everything. Not sure why Trofo/cryptofrka are not too drunk to respond here!

The box at the Emirates is behind the seats. The seats are outside, it's grandstand and the view is fantastic - chairs are so comfy and way different than the usual stadium experience.
The box is closed off, you can get food and drinks inside but you're not allowed to take them outside.

They are high up above, so no way the players can reach them

[CLS63]

One of the questions who will determine the result of the round between me and LTU_btc is related to Dota. If I'm not wrong Team Liquid have made it to the finale. As for Gladiators they are going to play against Shopify Rebellion to be able to make it to the finale. Is there any new patch? And if there is then what are the chances for Gladiators? I'm waiting for answers from Dota experts curiously.

[notblox1]

They are high up above, so no way the players can reach them

Are you guys staying in England for few days or you are already returning home?
This match was amazing to watch online and I can only imagine how it was in stadium, must be unique experience.
Congrats to all winners for bonus round

[arallmuus]

Is there any new patch? And if there is then what are the chances for Gladiators? I'm waiting for answers from Dota experts curiously.

Well actually the current games are using new patch which is totally different from all the previous patches so yeah both teams are on equal chance to get through the lower bracket final but given how both teams played today, I'd say GG is better though compared to SR

This might be biased opinion as I want GG to get to the final as well to secure my next point  

[cryptofrka]

Are you guys staying in England for few days or you are already returning home?
This match was amazing to watch online and I can only imagine how it was in stadium, must be unique experience.
Congrats to all winners for bonus round

Yep, we're here until Monday, having a blast with Steve.
I've watched a lot of football live, even games of high quality, but this game was among the best I've seen. The best for sure if I include the overall experience.

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We did put the winners for the bonus round into the spreadsheet. They are (from 1st to 5th):

strongkored
Ulven
hakan2217
buwaytress
ralle14

We'd like to point out that nothing is official so far. We'll do the BSFL results on Sunday as well, but until Tuesday or Wednesday everything we do is still unofficial.
We're working in short bursts, on small laptop monitors and with some booze in us so if any mistakes happen, they will be rectified latest by Wednesday.

Therefore it's especially important that during this week you help us by checking your results by yourselves as well and reporting any issues you might find.
We apologize in advance if some mistakes do happen, we're doing the best we can considering the circumstances

[Trofo]

Is there any new patch? And if there is then what are the chances for Gladiators? I'm waiting for answers from Dota experts curiously.

Well actually the current games are using new patch which is totally different from all the previous patches so yeah both teams are on equal chance to get through the lower bracket final but given how both teams played today, I'd say GG is better though compared to SR

This might be biased opinion as I want GG to get to the final as well to secure my next point  

This new patch added so much new stuff to the map that I am sure we will have a couple of months at least while people try out new strategies. Need to watch a few games of DOTA to get a proper feel for it.

Can't actually do it while I am in pubs watching football  Made cryptofrka watch last map of Liquid - GG and he complained whole evening afterwards.

[slaman29]

I didn't understand the DOTA official site (ESL), it explains the format, but the draws and matches didn't explain properly. Like There is lower bracket and Upper bracket playoff, double elimination, I didn't understand what it means.

Just it seems Google schedule shows Gaimin lost but must meet Shopify again and try win to get to the final right?

Is there a better site to explain everything rather than trying to guess?

[Trofo]

I didn't understand the DOTA official site (ESL), it explains the format, but the draws and matches didn't explain properly. Like There is lower bracket and Upper bracket playoff, double elimination, I didn't understand what it means.

Just it seems Google schedule shows Gaimin lost but must meet Shopify again and try win to get to the final right?

Is there a better site to explain everything rather than trying to guess?

Best site for DOTA things, at least for me:
https://liquipedia.net/dota2/DreamLeague/Season_19

Team Liquid is in final already so all of you with 0, you got it wrong. GG must win against Shopify in a match that starts in 45 minutes to get to the final. In the old patch I would be sure they would make it, in this new one it is 50:50.

[Renato297]

I was finally able to tie my rival after the Dota question both teams go to the final, 4-4 for now there are 2 questions left to define this round

[Woodie]

I was finally able to tie my rival after the Dota question both teams go to the final, 4-4 for now there are 2 questions left to define this round

Another point goes in the drain, honestly I didnt expect this outcome but good to see favourites living up to their name
Currently watching the FA cup tie, this match is boring for a semi final ,haven't seen any action to be excited about besides the referee being engaged one too many times to a make a decision ..If this match doesnt draw a red card it will be a shocker.


And looking at the spreadsheet looks like this round might have several draws from what i have seen, but hope to see some winners.

[buwaytress]

Hey! Nice I won the little side special (I know, results not final, but feels good nevertheless) because those kits!!

@arallmuus looks like you got the better of me, even if Brighton wins we have the same picks for Barca, so you win this already now that both DOTA favourites are in the finals. Don't think I'll need to worry about relegation as a point should be enough to secure myself, but I really needed this win, well done you!

@slaman you need 2 more wins and that may not be enough, ready to do a Watford/Norwich?

Terrible season for me all around the pools and BSFL, I really need to reconsider the way I do things, huh!

@Woodie: bet on Casemiro sending off heh heh

[Renato297]

In the end I sadly lost this round 5-4 Congratulations mv1986

[Igebotz]

Hey! Nice I won the little side special (I know, results not final, but feels good nevertheless) because those kits!!

@arallmuus looks like you got the better of me, even if Brighton wins we have the same picks for Barca, so you win this already now that both DOTA favourites are in the finals. Don't think I'll need to worry about relegation as a point should be enough to secure myself, but I really needed this win, well done you!

@slaman you need 2 more wins and that may not be enough, ready to do a Watford/Norwich?

I was expecting you could do me a great favor against arallmuus, but it turns out that I was mistaken to even pick you to win in the first place.   Good luck

Slaman you gave me a challenging game overall, but I needed that one to remain relevant on this thread , I'm still behind with -5 goals, which is not looking good.

Being a good season so far for me in other pools except for BSFL