So the US isn't in, but I'll still watch a lot.

Brazil now the overall favorite, followed by Spain then Germany. France seems to be the trendy pick. 

I'll pull for Denmark until they get bounced, but I'd like to see someone random make some noise....maybe an African team.

Who ya got?

Man, this has to be the least interested I have ever been. But I'll watch when I can. I'll take Deutschland just bc I like them

I know nothing about soccer and couldn’t name more than a couple players. I will still watch. This is my contribution. 

Hate that the US isn’t in. I’ll watch because I love soccer, but it still sucks. 

posted by iclfan2

Man, this has to be the least interested I have ever been. But I'll watch when I can. I'll take Deutschland just bc I like them

Unfortunately this.  It sucks the US and Italy aren't in.

So which group is considered the “group of death”? All seem decently even. Admittedly, I’m not super knowledgeable. 

Could probably make the case for a few, but I'd say F.

posted by wildcats20

So which group is considered the “group of death”? All seem decently even. Admittedly, I’m not super knowledgeable. 

Yeah probably F, but there really isn’t a group of death this World Cup. Most groups have two elite teams and two teams that won’t touch the next round. 

Group of Death is probably F. But A, if Salah is healthy, wont be easy. Uruguay the best, Egypt is really tough with Salah and then the host country of Russia. A bunch of groups have a clear cut favorite, but the race for 2nd will be interesting. 

I like Senegal to make the knockout rounds. France to win, but admittedly hate that they are the “darkhorse” now.

Pulling for the big guns to keep advancing this year, since I don’t have to worry about a USA draw. Just want the best players in the world playing later and later in the tournament.

Oh, and for Mexico to choke on their own dicks.

posted by Laley23

Oh, and for Mexico to choke on their own dicks.

Lol, this

I don't follow soccer. When is the last time the US didn't qualify for the World Cup?

I am definitely down for Mexico not making it out of their group.  I actually haven't looked at the groups yet.  First glance, and I don't think Group F is the group of death.  Seems like it is Germany and everyone else is playing for 2nd, with Mexico having the upper hand.   It took a remarkable choke job by Italy for Sweden to get in and can anyone tell me the last time an Asian team has done well outside of Asia?

I am going with Group E.  Don't sleep on Costa Rica, they are pretty fucking tough.  Switzerland is not a gimme game either, especially playing in Europe. 

Well, technically Russia is Asia. Of course, I think all the matches are in the Europe portion of Russia lol.

posted by justincredible

I don't follow soccer. When is the last time the US didn't qualify for the World Cup?

'86

+1 for Mexican sucking.

Last I saw Egypt is planning to be without Salah. Sucks, I was looking forward to watching him. 

What is the time difference going to be of these games? Like what time Eastern will they be around?

https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/world-cup/news/russia-2018-world-cup-schedule-complete-fixture-dates-start-times-tv-channels-live-stream-info/

Just looked it up. Weekends will be fun, doubt I'll get to tune in at all during the week.

posted by iclfan2

What is the time difference going to be of these games? Like what time Eastern will they be around?

Morning to afternoon. 

Noob question: Why the hate for Mexico?

posted by wildcats20

Morning to afternoon. 

Earliest I saw was 6 AM and latest, 3 PM. 

Won't watch....Fox must be pissed that the first World Cup they pony up $$$$ to cover, the USA isn't even in it.  Trying to play up the "root for your roots" marketing campaign to drum up interest.....laughable

posted by friendfromlowry

Noob question: Why the hate for Mexico?

Bc they're (team and fans) a bunch of fucks to the American team

Yeah Mexico can fuck themselves. They’re like the Michigan to OSU fans. 

posted by friendfromlowry

Noob question: Why the hate for Mexico?

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=92rjMAg7mZg

Not sure why I can’t find the rest. But Rafa Marquez had a nasty challenge resulting in a red card and there is video out there of a few others that were missed by ref.

It’s a nasty rivalry, with nasty/dirty tackles. USMNT has played their part, but mostly it’s Mexico. I also can’t stand the incredible pride they have (yet hatred for all things America)...yet would never want to go back to their own country and love living in this country.

posted by Laley23

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=92rjMAg7mZg

Not sure why I can’t find the rest. But Rafa Marquez had a nasty challenge resulting in a red card and there is video out there of a few others that were missed by ref.

It’s a nasty rivalry, with nasty/dirty tackles. USMNT has played their part, but mostly it’s Mexico. I also can’t stand the incredible pride they have (yet hatred for all things America)...yet would never want to go back to their own country and love living in this country.

 

lol, very PC way of putting this, but I agree.  Also to add fuel, if anyone recalls for the 2014 WC qualifers Mexico was pretty much in the same exact position as the USMNT (for 2018 qualifiers) coming into the last game.  Mexico needed a W or needed help.  They lose to Costa Rica and instead of the USMNT backups laying down to Panama, they score back to back extra minute goals to beat Panama and allow Mexico to back themselves into the WC.  Klinnsman goes on to say that it is a good thing for the CONCACAF to have Mexico in the WC.

Fast forward to 2018 qualifying, the USMNT chokes and Mexico loses 3-2 to a Honduras squad they previously spanked 3-0. This was after being up 2-1 btw.  Their fans and media go on to mock the USMNT.  Fuck them and I wish the USMNT never saved their asses in 14'. 

posted by like_that

lol, very PC way of putting this, but I agree.  Also to add fuel, if anyone recalls for the 2014 WC qualifers Mexico was pretty much in the same exact position as the USMNT (for 2018 qualifiers) coming into the last game.  Mexico needed a W or needed help.  They lose to Costa Rica and instead of the USMNT backups laying down to Panama, they score back to back extra minute goals to beat Panama and allow Mexico to back themselves into the WC.  Klinnsman goes on to say that it is a good thing for the CONCACAF to have Mexico in the WC.

Fast forward to 2018 qualifying, the USMNT chokes and Mexico loses 3-2 to a Honduras squad they previously spanked 3-0. This was after being up 2-1 btw.  Their fans and media go on to mock the USMNT.  Fuck them and I wish the USMNT never saved their asses in 14'. 

I honestly didn’t mean it in a bad way in the rest of life. I just have a bunch of Mexican friends/coworkers who only get that way about soccer. And I see it with their national team. Perfectly normal Americans in every walk of life...until El Tri takes the field. That’s what is most annoying to me.