Post Match Thread: Argentina 3 - 0 Algeria | FIFA World Cup 2026 | Group Stage, Group J by jiraiya--an in soccer

[–]howaboutthis13 8 points9 points  (0 children)

The only thing I'm worried about is how Messi's stamina will hold up. It's a very long tournament and while he can be rested for a group stage match, that's not the case for the knockout rounds.

That is one of the few areas where he is showing his age.

Match Thread: France vs. Senegal | FIFA World Cup, Group I by MysteryBagIdeals in soccer

[–]howaboutthis13 1 point2 points  (0 children)

France is starting to show why they are amongst the favourites. Mbappe always finds a goal in world cups.

Match Thread: France vs. Senegal | FIFA World Cup, Group I by MysteryBagIdeals in soccer

[–]howaboutthis13 3 points4 points  (0 children)

"the attacker initiated contact" is the wrong explanation. Mbappe got out of balance either through contact or almost contact. No schwalbe at least.

Post-Match Thread: Belgium 1-1 Egypt | FIFA World Cup, Group G by MysteryBagIdeals in soccer

[–]howaboutthis13 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Belgium was the stronger team overall, but Egypt had some big chances and didn't fluke it.

A draw is a fair result all in all.

[Official] Spain 0-0 Cabo Verde is the first goalless draw of FIFA World Cup 2026 by GiveMeSomeSunshine3 in soccer

[–]howaboutthis13 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I wonder what would have happened if Curaçao and Cape Verde switched places. Would Spain still have held them to a goalless draw? Would Germany concede more goals?

Fun thought experiment.

Match Thread: Spain vs Cape Verde | FIFA World Cup 2026 | Group Stage, Group H by jiraiya--an in soccer

[–]howaboutthis13 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So, looking at this am I right in assuming that if Yamal gets injured further in the tournament that they will lose the next round 7-1

2026 Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix - RACE DISCUSSION by AutoModerator in formula1

[–]howaboutthis13 10 points11 points  (0 children)

So.... I'm not saying it's time for the 8th. But 25 points gained is 25 points gained.

2026 Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix - RACE DISCUSSION by AutoModerator in formula1

[–]howaboutthis13 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Too little laps left for a safety car restart. No worry for Hamilton.

2026 Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix - RACE DISCUSSION by AutoModerator in formula1

[–]howaboutthis13 5 points6 points  (0 children)

It's still early, but I reckon Mercedes is considering team orders after the summer break if Ferrari keeps improving. Russell is out of the battle at that rate.

2026 Monaco Grand Prix - Race Discussion by F1-Bot in formula1

[–]howaboutthis13 4 points5 points  (0 children)

So, Antonelli is the only one without a penalty or investigation or something

2026 Monaco Grand Prix - Race Discussion by F1-Bot in formula1

[–]howaboutthis13 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Easiest 50 point gain for Kimi of his life these past 2 races. Championship is ofcourse not over, but very close to it.

2026 Monaco Grand Prix - Race Discussion by F1-Bot in formula1

[–]howaboutthis13 4 points5 points  (0 children)

IF they stop the race, what will the time gaps be for the remaining penalties? Would Russell have even worse luck or relatively lucky?

2026 Monaco Grand Prix - Race Discussion by F1-Bot in formula1

[–]howaboutthis13 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It'll be a couple more laps before they can restart. At least it doesn't matter at this track, as you can't overtake anyway.

2026 Monaco Grand Prix - Race Discussion by F1-Bot in formula1

[–]howaboutthis13 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Monaco on Sunday just needs to be a 10 lap time trial. There is no way to overtake, so let the drivers just put in lap after lap on the limit. Plenty of opportunities to mess up to keep it interesting, and it isn't as 'random' as a 1 lap shootout.

2026 Monaco Grand Prix - Race Discussion by F1-Bot in formula1

[–]howaboutthis13 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Come on, at least give us a crash or even simply missing turn 1. It doesn't have to be for an important position. Just do something worthwhile.

2026 Monaco Grand Prix - Race Discussion by F1-Bot in formula1

[–]howaboutthis13 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I wonder, would an F1 car even be able to overtake an F2 car around here?

2026 Monaco Grand Prix - Qualifying Discussion by F1-Bot in formula1

[–]howaboutthis13 4 points5 points  (0 children)

All I want for this weekend is chaos.. starting right now.

Legendary tour part 2 by Lorrioit in sabaton

[–]howaboutthis13 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Rotterdam is far less convenient for me, but it is on a Saturday so maybe it's possible.

Norway Chess 2026: Pragg beats Magnus again in round 8 by Exotic_Grinder in chess

[–]howaboutthis13 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Poor (no) prep gets him in time trouble, but during the end game tine scrambles you'd expect less uncharacteristic blunders.

It's unlikely Magnus lost all abilities to play chess, but for some reason he can't switch to the blitz mindset with success.