Automatik
Posts: 14,632
Oct 7, 2013 4:00pm
Is it possible to switch?
ohiobucks1
Posts: 4,915
Oct 7, 2013 4:01pm
Not once he is cap-tied.Automatik;1514491 wrote:Is it possible to switch?
ohiobucks1
Posts: 4,915
Oct 7, 2013 4:03pm
P.S he can actually choose between Albania, Serbia, Turkey, and Belgium lol
In June 2013, Marc Van Geersom, former coach of the Belgium U-18 and U-19, has declared that Januzaj has refused a call-up to the Belgian team a number of times, since he would prefer to play for Albania.[SUP][8][/SUP][SUP][9][/SUP]
In June 2013, Marc Van Geersom, former coach of the Belgium U-18 and U-19, has declared that Januzaj has refused a call-up to the Belgian team a number of times, since he would prefer to play for Albania.[SUP][8][/SUP][SUP][9][/SUP]
Automatik
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Oct 7, 2013 4:05pm
Strange to me, being that the Belgium team appears to be on the rise.
ohiobucks1
Posts: 4,915
Oct 7, 2013 4:08pm
Automatik;1514497 wrote:Strange to me, being that the Belgium team appears to be on the rise.
Not just on the rise. They are one of the top 8 best teams in the world. They could win it. Im not even joking. they legit would be considered a favorite if it was in Europe. Quarters ATLEAST in Brazil and Semis or better the next cycle
like_that
Posts: 26,625
Oct 7, 2013 6:02pm
Where the fuck did they come from? They didn't even qualify for the 2012 euro cup.ohiobucks1;1514498 wrote:Not just on the rise. They are one of the top 8 best teams in the world. They could win it. Im not even joking. they legit would be considered a favorite if it was in Europe. Quarters ATLEAST in Brazil and Semis or better the next cycle
OSH
Posts: 4,145
Oct 7, 2013 7:07pm
I heard he's able to play for England too. There was a bit of a discussion in an article I saw today.ohiobucks1;1514494 wrote:P.S he can actually choose between Albania, Serbia, Turkey, and Belgium lol
In June 2013, Marc Van Geersom, former coach of the Belgium U-18 and U-19, has declared that Januzaj has refused a call-up to the Belgian team a number of times, since he would prefer to play for Albania.[SUP][8][/SUP][SUP][9][/SUP]
EDIT: Here it is. It's complicated and VERY unlikely to happen.
ohiobucks1
Posts: 4,915
Oct 7, 2013 8:27pm
That link is wrong. He' cant. He didnt spend enough years in their schooling system.OSH;1514576 wrote:I heard he's able to play for England too. There was a bit of a discussion in an article I saw today.
EDIT: Here it is. It's complicated and VERY unlikely to happen.
Laley23
Posts: 29,506
Oct 7, 2013 8:56pm
Belgium has a ton of young kids hitting their prime. They are poised for a long run for about a decade or more.
They didn't qualify for Euros in 2012 because most of those guys were young and not playing or at least no in their prime during qualification 4 years ago.
They didn't qualify for Euros in 2012 because most of those guys were young and not playing or at least no in their prime during qualification 4 years ago.
like_that
Posts: 26,625
Oct 7, 2013 9:25pm
It's just crazy, of all the countries to get this surge of young talent, I would never guess Belgium.Laley23;1514638 wrote:Belgium has a ton of young kids hitting their prime. They are poised for a long run for about a decade or more.
They didn't qualify for Euros in 2012 because most of those guys were young and not playing or at least no in their prime during qualification 4 years ago.
OSH
Posts: 4,145
Oct 7, 2013 11:37pm
Did you see where he could potentially be eligible by 2016 or 2018? There's no way he'll stay unattached until then. So, basically, England has no shot.ohiobucks1;1514617 wrote:That link is wrong. He' cant. He didnt spend enough years in their schooling system.
OSH
Posts: 4,145
Oct 9, 2013 2:28am
Not really surprised they lost, but this is how the state north of Ohio beat Ohio State...
like_that
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Oct 9, 2013 9:47am
Anyone else think Mexico could miss out on qualification after friday/tuesday? The 2 games they have left are not gimmie games (Panama/Costa Rica).
Automatik
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Oct 9, 2013 9:48am
Let's hope!
Mulva
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Oct 9, 2013 11:12am
I think they'll beat panama at home, take 4th, and have to beat New Zealand to get in.
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I Wear Pants
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Oct 11, 2013 9:57am
Abby Wambach married Sarah Huffman.
http://www.sfgate.com/sports/article/US-soccer-star-Abby-Wambach-marries-teammate-4883507.php
The news is very shocking I'm sure.
http://www.sfgate.com/sports/article/US-soccer-star-Abby-Wambach-marries-teammate-4883507.php
The news is very shocking I'm sure.
gorocks99
Posts: 10,760
Oct 11, 2013 10:53am
Let's say for awesome argument's sake, Panama beats Mexico tonight.
Is Mexico basically sunk? They'd be 3 points back of at least Panama (maybe Honduras as well), have fewer goals scored and almost certainly a worse goal differential than both Panama and Honduras as well. Basically, they'd need to absolutely hammer Costa Rica, in Costa Rica, to finish fourth and hope for results in their favor elsewhere.
Basically, come on Panama!
Is Mexico basically sunk? They'd be 3 points back of at least Panama (maybe Honduras as well), have fewer goals scored and almost certainly a worse goal differential than both Panama and Honduras as well. Basically, they'd need to absolutely hammer Costa Rica, in Costa Rica, to finish fourth and hope for results in their favor elsewhere.
Basically, come on Panama!
Laley23
Posts: 29,506
Oct 11, 2013 11:32am
If Panama wins tonight, Mexico is done. It wont happen, but they would be.
Why? Cause USA would play for the draw in the final game with them lol. USA wouldnt say it, but they would easily be out for the tie (and Panama would love it as well) to keep their rivals out of the WC. It would be awesome.
Why? Cause USA would play for the draw in the final game with them lol. USA wouldnt say it, but they would easily be out for the tie (and Panama would love it as well) to keep their rivals out of the WC. It would be awesome.
ohiobucks1
Posts: 4,915
Oct 11, 2013 12:49pm
Belgium is too fucking good. Whoopin Croatia
Automatik
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Oct 11, 2013 4:03pm
Damn, Italy just equalized in extra time. The Danes almost had them.
OSH
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Oct 11, 2013 5:05pm
Belgium, Switzerland, and Germany all qualified so far today.
like_that
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Oct 11, 2013 5:57pm
Inexcusable for Denmark. Italy had their B squad and nothing to play for. Bulgaria lost too. They could've sealed a playoff spot since they have Malta on Tuesday.Automatik;1516539 wrote:Damn, Italy just equalized in extra time. The Danes almost had them.
Fab1b
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Oct 11, 2013 6:25pm
US time!
Mulva
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Oct 11, 2013 8:00pm
Venezuela drew, so Uruguay locked up at least a playoff appearance (against Jordan). Would have been disappointed if they missed the cup.
Anyone think Bob Bradley and Egypt have a shot against Ghana?
Anyone think Bob Bradley and Egypt have a shot against Ghana?
gorocks99
Posts: 10,760
Oct 11, 2013 8:29pm
Nice finish to the game - guaranteed to finish top in the hex after Costa Rica's loss. Like to get some of the younger guys experience!