(Soccer - World Cup) GERD MULLER MEMORIAL - Handicapping Contest

[packerd_00]

Thx, Pack! Several guys had the Draw in SoKor/Cze. Looked like that might come in.

I watched the game. As humans, we tend to draw TOO MANY conclusions:
1) I noticed how CZE had a real height advantage. CZE would win most headers.
2) Sure enuf, the opening goal was a CZE header.
3) And the two Korean goals were finding space and leaving CZE flat-footed.

So often, soccer leaves the viewer wondering about the result. CZE was tough to break down. But I also saw how tired they got by late 2H.

Cheers Chuck, I was watching the game last night and thought for sure the Czechs would tie it.

That set piece goal that was ruled offside was a heart breaker. Especially when Korea scored a few minutes after that.

[ChuckyTheGoat]

Cheers Chuck, I was watching the game last night and thought for sure the Czechs would tie it.

That set piece goal that was ruled offside was a heart breaker. Especially when Korea scored a few minutes after that.

Salud, Pack! These games are great for viewing. Very small margins.

I mostly hate VAR. But it's hard to argue on the offside calls. Attackers cheated for years on the back-shoulder, so Soucek can't complain about that goal being scrubbed out.

[ChuckyTheGoat]

USA looked sharp. But PARA may be a tomato-can.

*As for the contest, OPTI running perfect. He's laying down an early marker.

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USA looked sharp. But PARA may be a tomato-can.

*As for the contest, OPTI running perfect. He's laying down an early marker.

3-1 not quite perfect. If Sth Korea had drawn the field would already be in trouble though

[packerd_00]

Salud, Pack! These games are great for viewing. Very small margins.

I mostly hate VAR. But it's hard to argue on the offside calls. Attackers cheated for years on the back-shoulder, so Soucek can't complain about that goal being scrubbed out.

I can't remember if VAR started after the Frank Lampard goal against Germany that was disallowed.

[packerd_00]

Switzerland completely blew it just now.

[Kami40]

Switzerland completely blew it just now.

it happens unfortunately

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Switzerland completely blew it just now.

Could have been up 4-0 but they seemed a bit lax all game. And Qatar fought all the way.

[packerd_00]

it happens unfortunately

That's why England always worries me because they'll have a lead and then play conservative the rest of the way. Its never a smart move,

[packerd_00]

Could have been up 4-0 but they seemed a bit lax all game. And Qatar fought all the way.

Yeah they definitely had their opportunities to bury Qatar. Did anyone pick the draw for that game? it was a juicy one for sure.

[ChuckyTheGoat]

2-0, Opti. Aussies deliver another huge performance. What an effort by the back-line.

[ChuckyTheGoat]

*Still early. Will post Standing when we get near end of Round One:
...Batt is putting up a nice #. He had BRAZ/MAR Draw and is now leader.

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2-0, Opti. Aussies deliver another huge performance. What an effort by the back-line.

Very happy. And very surprised.

I guess we do have a chance to make it out of group stages!

[ChuckyTheGoat]

Very happy. And very surprised.

I guess we do have a chance to make it out of group stages!

1) I saw that the HC made some really tough lineup-decisions. And it hit!
2) Aussies earning a reputation as team w/ great heart, sort of like So Korea.

[packerd_00]

Let's go Sweden, certainly needed that one.

[ChuckyTheGoat]

*Batt and Opti both hit the NED/Jap Draw.
...Batt in lead. I knew this guy was sand-bagging.
...Opti in 2nd. Guy draws more than Picasso.
...Rest of us might be playing for Bronze.

[ChuckyTheGoat]

My plan for Round Two. Less than brilliant planning by me (b/c turnaround is about 12 hours).
*Will release Contest lines after conclusion of Colo/Uzbek game on WED 6/17.
...Round Two picks due by start of CZE/SoAfr game on THUR 6/18 (Noon EST).
...Here are the exceptions I'll make: *If you don't play the Cze/SoAfr game, I'll accept plays by 3pm EST.
...If you don't play Cze/SoAfr or Switz/Bos, I'll accept plays by 6pm EST.

Good Luck!

[batt33]

*Batt and Opti both hit the NED/Jap Draw.
...Batt in lead. I knew this guy was sand-bagging.
...Opti in 2nd. Guy draws more than Picasso.
...Rest of us might be playing for Bronze.

sandbagging??

[ChuckyTheGoat]

sandbagging??

Enjoy the games. Gonna watch Spain. We'll see how healthy Yamal looks.

[franz555]

The standings are based on " Net " units Chucky ? As in a loss is also subtracted from your net units ?

Not sure where i am in the standings , just that im 4 - 0 , on 7 units wagered

Thanks

[packerd_00]

Does anyone have the draw for the Spain match? Its getting tight now.

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Does anyone have the draw for the Spain match? Its getting tight now.

Shocking result if this holds through added time.

[packerd_00]

Shocking result if this holds through added time.

I can't believe they pulled it off. That's going to humble Spain a little bit.

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I can't believe they pulled it off. That's going to humble Spain a little bit.

It should!

Cape Verde looked more dangerous on their counters than Spain did in attack most of the game.

[packerd_00]

It should!

Cape Verde looked more dangerous on their counters than Spain did in attack most of the game.

I honestly thought they may score their late.

[Kami40]

I honestly thought they may score their late.

i forgot I bet 2pc Draw on japan & spain game Im Grateful

[packerd_00]

i forgot I bet 2pc Draw on japan & spain game Im Grateful

Nice one mate.

[Kami40]

Nice one mate.

thanks Brother trying amazing so far how these games are unfolding Good energy your way my Great Brother

[ChuckyTheGoat]

Pack had the Belg/Egypt draw. Nice hit.

[Kami40]

Nice one mate.

got 2pc draw saudi/belgium i picked some of these dogs to win straight out on this 1st round but so far alot of draws will see what unfolds

[Kami40]

too funny watch a Dog maybe HUGE Dog win it all

[ChuckyTheGoat]

Interesting results. Here are the EARLY standings. Not 100% fair, b/c some have more Units pending:

[ChuckyTheGoat]

Very heavy chalk on the WED games. GL to anyone betting those games.

[packerd_00]

thanks Brother trying amazing so far how these games are unfolding Good energy your way my Great Brother

Back at you mate.

[packerd_00]

Pack had the Belg/Egypt draw. Nice hit.

Cheers dude it definitely helped me. How was that game by the way did you have a blast?