World Cup. (SPOILER)

[Chippy_Tea]

These are the odds who do you think will win it.

I can only add 20 options so took the top 20 in the list.

Can i ask members who dislike football not to post this thread is for football fans.

 

[Chippy_Tea]

Not a good start and it (the football) hasn't kicked off yet.

I said early on in the discussion this is going to end up being more about the way they treat visitors to their country than about the football and i still believe i am going to be proved right.

 

[pilgrimhudd]

Haha, someone else went for Wales too!

 

[Rodcx500z]

I would love Argentina to win above all else for Messi what a player won everything apart from a world cup

 

[pilgrimhudd]

I would love Argentina to win above all else for Messi what a player won everything apart from a world cup

One of my best friends is Argentinean, but i'd rather just about anyone else win the World Cup.

 

[Chippy_Tea]

England prepared to be fined for Harry Kane wearing One Love armband in Qatar​

FIFA usually prohibits adding unsanctioned slogans to kits and has urged teams not to give out morality lessons.

FA chief executive Mark Bullingham has told Sky News that they are braced to be fined for England captain Harry Kane wearing a "One Love" armband at the World Cup.

In an interview at the England training camp in Qatar, Mr Bulligham revealed FIFA was yet to send a response two months after the FA's request to wear the multicoloured garment.


While not directly referencing anti-LGBT laws, the armband is intended to promote inclusivity.

FIFA usually prohibits the addition of unsanctioned slogans to kits and recently urged teams not to indulge in giving morality lessons at the first World Cup in the Middle East.

"They haven't given us any response to our letter," Mr Bullingham told Sky News.

"I think there's a possibility that we might be fined. And if we are, then we'll pay the fine.

"We think it's really important to show our values. And that's what we'll be doing."


The FA had assurances gay fans would be safe to come and not discriminated against by Qatari authorities.

Mr Bullingham said: "It's sad for us that quite a few of our LGBTQ fans have decided not to come and I know a lot of our Three Lions Pride members are not coming.

"And that was frustrating because they didn't get the information they wanted in time to make their arrangements."

England will continue to use its presence in Qatar to pursue more compensation for families of low-paid workers and a permanent migrant worker centre.

Mr Bullingham added: "I think when you look at everything that's been achieved over the last four years, there has been really positive progress.

"What's critical for us though, is these last two outstanding issues should be brought through. We'll be putting a lot of pressure on FIFA, together with a bunch of other European countries to do that."

England will continue to use its presence in Qatar to pursue more compensation for families of low-paid workers and a permanent migrant worker centre.

Mr Bullingham added: "I think when you look at everything that's been achieved over the last four years, there has been really positive progress.

"What's critical for us though, is these last two outstanding issues should be brought through. We'll be putting a lot of pressure on FIFA, together with a bunch of other European countries to do that."


Full article - England prepared to be fined for Harry Kane wearing One Love armband in Qatar

 

[Brewnaldo]

Iv never been less enthused about a WC, and I consider the WC to be a marker throughout my life. Landmark events that I have always loved, even though I can only remember us at 1.

The enthusiasm is down to the time of year.

But the utter contempt I feel for this one... That comes from the horrible regime and the rancid hypocrisy of those taking part. I said before Scotland played Ukraine I would have been haply for us to tell FIFA to ram it, and I am disappointed that we are reading nonsense like the above... "we'll take a fine". So what? I cringed watching Gary Neville on Sky on some sort of Qatar tourist board puff piece the other night.

When it comes to it, football in Europe especially has utterly failed to practice what they preach here. I would have had the utmost respect for any team or player that told FIFA and Qatar to shove it up their ****.

France to beat Spain In the final.

 

[Chippy_Tea]

There may be trouble ahead - ​

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World Cup 2022: Alcohol sales banned at World Cup stadiums in Qatar​

Alcohol will not be sold to fans at the World Cup's eight stadiums in Qatar after Fifa changed its policy two days before the start of the tournament.

Alcohol was set to be served "in select areas within stadiums", despite its sale being strictly controlled in the Muslim country.
Those in corporate areas of stadiums at the tournament will still be able to purchase alcohol.

The World Cup starts on Sunday when Qatar play Ecuador.

Budweiser, a major sponsor of Fifa, is owned by beer maker AB InBev and had exclusive rights to sell beer at the World Cup.

"Following discussions between host country authorities and Fifa, a decision has been made to focus the sale of alcoholic beverages on the Fifa fan festival, other fan destinations and licensed venues, removing sales points of beer from Qatar's Fifa World Cup 2022 stadium perimeters," said a statement from world football's governing body.

"There is no impact to the sale of Bud Zero which will remain available at all Qatar's World Cup stadiums.

"Host country authorities and Fifa will continue to ensure that the stadiums and surrounding areas provide an enjoyable, respectful and pleasant experience for all fans.

"The tournament organisers appreciate AB InBev's understanding and continuous support to our joint commitment to cater for everyone during the Fifa World Cup Qatar 2022."

Budweiser posted a message on Twitter on Friday saying, "Well, this is awkward" before the post was later deleted.

An AB InBev spokesperson said that they could not proceed with "some of the planned stadium activations" because of "circumstances beyond our control".

The Football Supporters' Association (FSA) criticised the timing of the decision to ban the sale of beer for most fans.

"Some fans like a beer at a game and some don't, but the real issue is the last minute U-turn which speaks to a wider problem - the total lack of communication and clarity from the organising committee towards supporters," said an FSA spokesperson.

"If they can change their minds on this at a moment's notice, with no explanation, supporters will have understandable concerns about whether they will fulfil other promises relating to accommodation, transport or cultural issues."

In August, Fifa changed the start date of the World Cup so that the first game of the competition would be Qatar facing Ecuador.

The game was scheduled to be played on 21 November as the third game, with Senegal against the Netherlands set to be the opening match earlier that day.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/63674631

 

[The Baron]

It about time FIFA and some of the competing countries showed some ba££s and kicked off. and as for David Beckham he has lost all respect.
I am a football fan all my life and even played at a reasonable level in my days but I will not be watching the only parts I may see is the reports on the news.
I find it utterly disgusting.
RANT over

 

[Bernie]

It about time FIFA and some of the competing countries showed some ba££s and kicked off. and as for David Beckham he has lost all respect.
I am a football fan all my life and even played at a reasonable level in my days but I will not be watching the only parts I may see is the reports on the news.
I find it utterly disgusting.
RANT over

Magna Carter, did she die in vain?

 

[Mayor of Simpleton]

Normally I love tournaments like the Euros and the World Cup but I couldn't care less about this one. Brewnaldo captured it up perfectly. Roll on the Women's world cup next year and the Euros qualifiers. Not going to make any effort to watch this abomination. £12 a Bud sums it up.

 

[Benfleet Brewery]

England prepared to be fined for Harry Kane wearing One Love armband in Qatar​

FIFA usually prohibits adding unsanctioned slogans to kits and has urged teams not to give out morality lessons.

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FA chief executive Mark Bullingham has told Sky News that they are braced to be fined for England captain Harry Kane wearing a "One Love" armband at the World Cup.

In an interview at the England training camp in Qatar, Mr Bulligham revealed FIFA was yet to send a response two months after the FA's request to wear the multicoloured garment.


While not directly referencing anti-LGBT laws, the armband is intended to promote inclusivity.

FIFA usually prohibits the addition of unsanctioned slogans to kits and recently urged teams not to indulge in giving morality lessons at the first World Cup in the Middle East.

"They haven't given us any response to our letter," Mr Bullingham told Sky News.

"I think there's a possibility that we might be fined. And if we are, then we'll pay the fine.

"We think it's really important to show our values. And that's what we'll be doing."


The FA had assurances gay fans would be safe to come and not discriminated against by Qatari authorities.

Mr Bullingham said: "It's sad for us that quite a few of our LGBTQ fans have decided not to come and I know a lot of our Three Lions Pride members are not coming.

"And that was frustrating because they didn't get the information they wanted in time to make their arrangements."

England will continue to use its presence in Qatar to pursue more compensation for families of low-paid workers and a permanent migrant worker centre.

Mr Bullingham added: "I think when you look at everything that's been achieved over the last four years, there has been really positive progress.

"What's critical for us though, is these last two outstanding issues should be brought through. We'll be putting a lot of pressure on FIFA, together with a bunch of other European countries to do that."

England will continue to use its presence in Qatar to pursue more compensation for families of low-paid workers and a permanent migrant worker centre.

Mr Bullingham added: "I think when you look at everything that's been achieved over the last four years, there has been really positive progress.

"What's critical for us though, is these last two outstanding issues should be brought through. We'll be putting a lot of pressure on FIFA, together with a bunch of other European countries to do that."


Full article - England prepared to be fined for Harry Kane wearing One Love armband in Qatar

For all the talk about the England team just concentrating on the football and nothing else they seem to be trying very hard to have a say in everything else.

 

[The Baron]

If a player feels that strong to wear a armband why did they not make a stand and not go to Qatar, Oh I need the money?
Not one of these overpaid pig bladder kickers has the ba££s to say I am not going, and why take the Knee then?

 

[Chippy_Tea]

For all the talk about the England team just concentrating on the football and nothing else they seem to be trying very hard to have a say in everything else.

It's another no news day as its not kicked off yet i guess they have to find something to report.

When they all realise its bud at £12 they won't be bothered.

 

[Mayor of Simpleton]

For all the talk about the England team just concentrating on the football and nothing else they seem to be trying very hard to have a say in everything else.

Wearing an armband to embrace inclusivity is a small gesture in my view.

 

[Chippy_Tea]

If a player feels that strong to wear a armband why did they not make a stand and not go to Qatar,

Exactly, double standards.

 

[Mayor of Simpleton]

I do wonder if one team had taken a stand and not gone - would others have followed?

 

[Brewnaldo]

If a player feels that strong to wear a armband why did they not make a stand and not go to Qatar, Oh I need the money?
Not one of these overpaid pig bladder kickers has the ba££s to say I am not going, and why take the Knee then?

Absolutely correct. Shown themselves up to hollow, and set back the causes they claim to stand for with their empty gestures.

 

[Rodcx500z]

Buying a bud at 12 quid is a criminal offence in my book

 

[Rodcx500z]

On a more serious note well done Harry Kane,