World Cup Group A Chat

stuck a few quid on uruguay to win the tournament as my dark horse bet,think thell be exciting to watch.

i fancy the Saudis to upset Russia.2-1 at 25-1.although don't know * about thum,always like to cheer the underdog in these games.what a disappointment that would be as tournament hosts on the big stage in front of the world.

 

I'd be upset if I was beaten by Saudi Arabians ffs

 

Home nation losing the opening game against Saudi Arabia would be an upset despite the FIFA rankings.

Quick look on Oddschecker shows most bookies have Russia 4/9 and Saudi Arabia 8/1. Definition of an upset.

 

I'm seeing a nil nil draw on the horizon, hope I'm wrong.

 

It quite literally would be, as it upsets the odds which have Russia as strong favourites. That's what an upset is. You may not consider a momentous, unforgettable win, but it absolutely would be an upset.

 

An 8/1 side beating 4/9 home favourites would be an upset. There's no debate to be had.

 

I meant I'd be upset if I were a Russian.

It'll be an upset, no debate about it.

 

I know nothing about the Saudis but Russia have a decent enough midfield and attack to win comfortably..

Golovin is a real good player, highly rated around Europe. Kokorin is a good threat up top. Smolov also. Dzagoev has always been a good player. Cheryshev is a fast direct winger who does well in La Liga. Dzyuba is a big handful. The Miranchuk brother's looked in the Europa against Sporting I think they put out..

Their old defence and dodgy keeper's are where they're shittest but they should be beating the Saudis with a bit to spare..

 

Alright lads, arriving at King's Cross in about an hour, never been to London before. Good shout for a bar nearby to watch the game?

 

@Mcguire1 @Westlondonscot could maybe point you in the right direction.

 

On terrestrial anyway so you'll get it in most..

Euston Flyer and O'Neills across the road. 1 or both will deffo have it on, The Rock also on same side of road when you come out..

Celtic pub just round the corner as well..

All to the right when you get out the station..

 

Hoping the Saudis do pull off the upset here, would really put the pressure on Russia in their next two games and make it a very open group.

 

It'll be interesting to see how they get on..

Massive pressure on them to be winning this first game. If they can, they'll be hoping Uruguay maybe clean up the group and it's a straight head to head against Egypt without Salah, possibly..

I don't think they'll do well and also doubt they'd of qualified if no for hosting for what it's worth. Just making a case that they do have a few decent threats..

 

Brilliant mate thanks for that

 

Russia 3-0 today.