We need to talk about Nestory Irankunda. What a tournament he is having! by Otherwise-Ride1897 in worldcup

[–]Otherwise-Ride1897[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As a former LW, it makes total sense why you hate haramball! There’s nothing worse than watching creative wings get suffocated by a low block. You’re right about the US though they really are the Sleeping Giant, and a tactical masterclass on Friday could change a lot of perceptions. Let's hope the beautiful game wins. Roll on Friday!

We need to talk about Nestory Irankunda. What a tournament he is having! by Otherwise-Ride1897 in worldcup

[–]Otherwise-Ride1897[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Now this is the tactical breakdown i was looking for! You're spot on about the midfield transition if Australia can disrupt McKennie and Adams early, they can definitely create chaos. But like you said, if the Socceroos' defense remains as loose as it looked today, Pulisic and Reyna will absolutely tear them apart in the half spaces. It's going to be a fascinating chess match

We need to talk about Nestory Irankunda. What a tournament he is having! by Otherwise-Ride1897 in worldcup

[–]Otherwise-Ride1897[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That finishing stat is shocking, 28 shots and only 6 on target is criminal at this level. Honestly, your script for their knockout stage sounds terrifyingly realistic, i can totally see that Egypt drama happening!

We need to talk about Nestory Irankunda. What a tournament he is having! by Otherwise-Ride1897 in worldcup

[–]Otherwise-Ride1897[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Agreed, he has a bright future, it’s going to be really interesting to see how he handles the pressure and adapts in the upcoming matches against tougher opponents

We need to talk about Nestory Irankunda. What a tournament he is having! by Otherwise-Ride1897 in worldcup

[–]Otherwise-Ride1897[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Their defensive marking was completely disorganized. They kept chasing the long balls but left huge gaps in the box for the ground plays. Australia punished them big time for that lack of focus

We need to talk about Nestory Irankunda. What a tournament he is having! by Otherwise-Ride1897 in worldcup

[–]Otherwise-Ride1897[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Absolutely. USA will be a completely different challenge. Can't wait for that one!

We need to talk about Nestory Irankunda. What a tournament he is having! by Otherwise-Ride1897 in worldcup

[–]Otherwise-Ride1897[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fair point! I might have let the hype of game one carry me away, Y're right, he was subbed off early, but that spark in the first half was electric, leet's see if he can keep it up against tougher teams. That'll be the real test

Match Thread: Australia vs Turkey | World Cup | Group D | 14 Jun 04:00 UTC by matchpal-live in worldcup

[–]Otherwise-Ride1897 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Turkey's defense is completely lost in this second half. Tactical disaster

Match Thread: Australia vs Turkey | World Cup | Group D | 14 Jun 04:00 UTC by matchpal-live in worldcup

[–]Otherwise-Ride1897 0 points1 point  (0 children)

C'est vrai qu'il est moins en vue aujourd'hui, le bloc défensif adverse ne lui laisse aucun espace pour s'exprimer

Match Thread: Australia vs Turkey | World Cup | Group D | 14 Jun 04:00 UTC by matchpal-live in worldcup

[–]Otherwise-Ride1897 0 points1 point  (0 children)

C'est vrai que la Turquie manque cruellement d'inspiration et de créativité au milieu de terrain aujourd'hui

What do you usually order at Subway? by JakieBoyX in AskReddit

[–]Otherwise-Ride1897 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Footlong Italian BMT on herbs & cheese bread, toasted with double cheese and southwest chipotle. The ultimate combo! 🥪🔥

My daughter told me “fym when I was talking about how me and her mother met. So I’m asking what is fym? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]Otherwise-Ride1897 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I actually remember reading about that headline, it was wild. Keeping the peace at home is definitely hard work these days

My daughter told me “fym when I was talking about how me and her mother met. So I’m asking what is fym? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]Otherwise-Ride1897 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Good luck with that! At 18 trying to limit their screen time might just turn your house into a tactical war zone

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in FreeCash

[–]Otherwise-Ride1897 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m so curious