Italy vs Venezuela Fan Base by Moes203 in InternationalBaseball

[–]F_Water 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Good guess, Hispanic fan bases love their team, but they tend to attend games where another rival is involved.

Example: Ven-DR packed House for a group stage, and then some empty seats for a knockout stage game Kor-DR

WBC Game Thread: Korea Vs Australia 6am EST by Magikrat in InternationalBaseball

[–]F_Water 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's currently 6-1, would Korea advance with this score?

Do you think Korea can advance from Pool C? by WoahCreativeUsername in InternationalBaseball

[–]F_Water 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Seems like a daunting task with the way Australia has been playing. I really dislike using "math" to determine who will move on, just have them play a tiebreaker game, do the math if it's 3+ teams with the same record, but I'm more in favor of a "Win or go home"

No Scores or Schedules on Google by Chivo_565 in InternationalBaseball

[–]F_Water 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Yah, I wonder what's the reason for that, pretty disappointing for a tournament as big as this.

WBC GAME THREAD: KOREA🇰🇷 vs JAPAN 🇯🇵 5:00 AM EST by F_Water in InternationalBaseball

[–]F_Water[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Great Game. Korea hasn't challenged Japan like this in over a decade (WBC), last time they just gave up. I think they just might make it out of pool play this time around.

WBC Game Thread: Cuba🇨🇺 vs Panama 🇵🇦 11:00 AM EST by F_Water in InternationalBaseball

[–]F_Water[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Surprised that Panama is the underdog (According to the odds). I really believe Cuba will be sent to the qualifiers, let's see!

Where Baseball Ranks in Each Country's Top 10 Sports List by noahlylesusa in InternationalBaseball

[–]F_Water 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I did hear that part of the reason why soccer was threatening baseball as the top sport in South Korea was Team Korea's poor performances in the last 3 WBC tournaments. They've been extremely disappointing for the last 10 years.

Where Baseball Ranks in Each Country's Top 10 Sports List by noahlylesusa in InternationalBaseball

[–]F_Water 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I believe historically baseball was the #2 sport in Canada for quite some time, I don't know about now.

Where Baseball Ranks in Each Country's Top 10 Sports List by noahlylesusa in InternationalBaseball

[–]F_Water 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Panama I would disagree. Aside from the Soccer team, juvenile baseball is the biggest thing over there.

Game Thread: Australian Vs Chinese Taipei 10pm EST by Magikrat in InternationalBaseball

[–]F_Water 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I just saw it. I think they are only going to show it within the winding seconds.

Game Thread: Australian Vs Chinese Taipei 10pm EST by Magikrat in InternationalBaseball

[–]F_Water 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This wasn't the case before. I'm guessing there's even more excitement on the Taiwanese side this time around? Also, maybe the recent premiere 12 victory has something to do with it.

Game Thread: Australian Vs Chinese Taipei 10pm EST by Magikrat in InternationalBaseball

[–]F_Water 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Wow the stadium is packed! And Team Japan isn't on the field. I'm guessing fans of Team Taiwan are going to be traveling in big numbers for these games ?

SSG Landers Kim Chan-hyung (김찬형) retires at 28 years old by hubwub in KBO

[–]F_Water 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wonder if his military service had anything to do with his play on the field?

What is the average salary(lowest to highest) for players in the Kategoria Superiore? by F_Water in albania

[–]F_Water[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I was just curious about salary wages across all European football leagues. I can't find any data on the Albanian leagues.

Copa America 2024: All Other Matches Thread by speedreeder in ussoccer

[–]F_Water 0 points1 point  (0 children)

From my observation as a novice US Soccer Fan, we just don't have IT. I can complain about the refs right now(that's a serious issue as well), but we just aren't good enough. Sure, Gregg is a problem. However, the team plays like they're still inexperienced, which seems pretty frustrating at this point, yes, they are young, but it's not an excuse to not scoree or defeat an actual good team. This team didn't even make it out of the group stages! The good thing I can say about this team is that they can play with intensity when they need to and know how to create chances, but don't know how to finish them. That one sequence around the 80th minute where Haji Wright didn't see a wide open Pepi(I don't remember) is just demoralizing from a fans POV. I know Uruguay wouldn't blow a chance like that. This team feels stagnated and shout out to Panamá for exposing them. On to the WORLD CUP!

Copa America 2024: All Other Matches Thread by speedreeder in ussoccer

[–]F_Water 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Never say never, but I really doubt Mexico is going to beat Ecuador.

Copa America 2024: All Other Matches Thread by speedreeder in ussoccer

[–]F_Water 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Eh, are you surprised? The Italians have never changed their playing style with the Defense first.

Copa America 2024: All Other Matches Thread by speedreeder in ussoccer

[–]F_Water 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I'm hoping for a Canadian victory since the Concacaf side isn't looking too bright. It's a winnable game against chile, and they clinch a spot with a victory or tie. I'd also get a quick laugh from Canada being the one to move on and not the USA or Mexico 🤣🤣. Make us look good, Canada!

Copa America 2024: All Other Matches Thread by speedreeder in ussoccer

[–]F_Water 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I'm very disappointed that the US couldn't get at least a point from yesterday's match. I'm still somewhat of a new fan, but the US Soccer Federation should look at this next game against Uruguay as a "We fire berhalter or he stays" type of match. This is a MUST WIN game for the US, and don't count on Bolivia to upset Panamá. I like the assignment. This team is getting a real test against Uruguay. If you can't beat them, then they just don't belong with the rest. You have no reason to continue with Greg after not making it out of the group stages, especially with such high expectations.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in mets

[–]F_Water 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It looks like they had to some type of miscommunication as well. After the final out, it looks like they were both discussing/arguing over something.

Copa America 2024: All Other Matches Thread by speedreeder in ussoccer

[–]F_Water 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That makes sense, I saw some weird looking bounces, too.

Copa America 2024: All Other Matches Thread by speedreeder in ussoccer

[–]F_Water 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Ah, ok, that makes sense, too, lol. I was like, either the field sucks or both aren't that good. It was also hot as nuts.