Re: Last 16: Netherlands (1B) vs Mexico (2A) 29.06.14 18:00

by Rebaño Sagrado Sun Jun 29, 2014 4:09 pm

That has been our line up since the start of the world cup, and it's 5 defenders.

Cillessen, De Vrij, Vlaar, Blind, De Jong, Wijnaldum, Verhaegh, Kuyt, Sneijder, Robben y Van Persie

Kuyt hmm

by windkick Sun Jun 29, 2014 4:33 pm

We are going to get curb stomped. I just hope we go out fighting; fact we e even reached this stage after the difficulties we had to reach the World Cup makes me happy. No shame at all

by Glory Sun Jun 29, 2014 4:34 pm

messixaviesta wrote:
Lumiere_Blanche wrote:As far as our chances against Mexico is concerned. its going to be tough. we might win, but the wins gonna be narrow and a hard fought one.

You are an Argentina supporter, right? Why are you referring to Netherlands as 'we'?

I am a both actually. I love them somewhat equally. (see my Avatar Smile

) Hence the reference 'we'. Among all the European teams I love Oranje the most. (even before lvg I had a soft corner for the Dutch, and the idea of LvG being there simply upped my following by a great proportion)

That said if its an Arg vs Hol semi then I will be rooting for Argentina of course as they were my favorites from long back. Smile

and cos my entire big family support them.

by RealGunner Sun Jun 29, 2014 4:41 pm

Haven't seen Kuyt play in years

by Tomwin Lannister Sun Jun 29, 2014 4:42 pm

Played against Chile, was basically a 2nd left back

by RealGunner Sun Jun 29, 2014 4:47 pm

Somehow I have missed all the Netherlands matches this WC lol. This is the first one

by archwooohh Sun Jun 29, 2014 4:48 pm

The biggest surprise I've gotten out of the Dutch this World Cup is that Dirk Kuyt is still an active player Shocked

by messixaviesta Sun Jun 29, 2014 4:49 pm

Rebaño Sagrado wrote:That has been our line up since the start of the world cup, and it's 5 defenders.

Cillessen, De Vrij, Vlaar, Blind, De Jong, Wijnaldum, Verhaegh, Kuyt, Sneijder, Robben y Van Persie

Yes just got to understand that. Two of the three in midfield i.e. Guardado and Salcido are listed as defenders in the squad list.

by messixaviesta Sun Jun 29, 2014 4:51 pm

Lumiere_Blanche wrote:
messixaviesta wrote:
Lumiere_Blanche wrote:As far as our chances against Mexico is concerned. its going to be tough. we might win, but the wins gonna be narrow and a hard fought one.

You are an Argentina supporter, right? Why are you referring to Netherlands as 'we'?

I am a both actually. I love them somewhat equally. (see my Avatar ) Hence the reference 'we'. Among all the European teams I love Oranje the most. (even before lvg I had a soft corner for the Dutch, and the idea of LvG being there simply upped my following by a great proportion)

That said if its an Arg vs Hol semi then I will be rooting for Argentina of course as they were my favorites from long back. and cos my entire big family support them.

Got it. Thanks. I also use 'we' for both Argentina and Spain. There are easily some others here who support more than one team.

by RealGunner Sun Jun 29, 2014 5:50 pm

Moreno injured

HT 0-0

Robben denied a clear penalty

by rwo power Sun Jun 29, 2014 6:16 pm

Pity that this match will be another one that was majorly influenced by a bad ref decision.

by rwo power Sun Jun 29, 2014 6:17 pm

Ochoa

by LuckAndWin Sun Jun 29, 2014 6:20 pm

Somehow I'm starting to believe that European teams are having a hard-time to make a name with South American place. Currently Mexico do have one goal. I'm kinda worried if Netherlands can still continue their impressive run. But still I am backing Netherlands to win cheers

by M99 Sun Jun 29, 2014 6:26 pm

DOS SANTOS OMG

by rwo power Sun Jun 29, 2014 6:32 pm

Well, with 30+ deg Celsius at Fortaleza, it is BBQ time for the Dutch. It is understandable they started slower than in the matches in colder climate, but the question is - can they manage to go into a higher gear still after trying to preserve some energy at the start and score at least once before the 90 minutes are through?

by M99 Sun Jun 29, 2014 6:49 pm

SNEIJDER

by RealGunner Sun Jun 29, 2014 6:54 pm

HUNTELARRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR

by M99 Sun Jun 29, 2014 6:57 pm

What a game. FT Netherlands 2-1 Mexico.

by BeautifulGame Sun Jun 29, 2014 6:59 pm

Never a penalty.Played for the contact.sigh

by archwooohh Sun Jun 29, 2014 6:59 pm

3rd time the Dutch have come back from a deficit to win a game.

But damn, Ochoa... can't believe this guy doesn't have a club right now

by Ganso Sun Jun 29, 2014 7:01 pm

feel gutted for Mexico.Rebs Sad

by RealGunner Sun Jun 29, 2014 7:02 pm

Sorry but how was that not a penalty? Robben went down like he always does in a theatrical way, but Rafa clearly fouled him before that.

https://v.cdn.vine.co/r/videos/B675579AB91095091585638723584_29e4966bade.0.4.1442652084490161002.mp4?versionId=aseAYGvAvNpxUu.2tlVBacilLrfaYuEF

by futbol Sun Jun 29, 2014 7:03 pm

Anti-football prevailing again.

by Collblanc Sun Jun 29, 2014 7:04 pm

nice dive from robben

by flameas Sun Jun 29, 2014 7:04 pm

Robben was falling before he got touched.. totally expected that and went for the dive

by Great Leader Sprucenuce Sun Jun 29, 2014 7:05 pm

Was a clear penalty, yes he exaggerated the contact but there's a clear trip by Marquez.

Anyway as expected a really close game and again i find myself feeling sorry for the loser Laughing

Congrats to Holland and Molenation

to Mexico who like Chile were tremendous value in this tournament.

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