[chuda]

Good for you Chuda, I'm glad you are up.
I dont care.
I dont tail your plays.
I dont even know who u are, yet you come into this thread to swear at me in Polish?....very mature

that wouldn`t happen , if you wouldn`t answer me in rude manner...

[chuda]

Just ignore and keep posting plays ,some people need the attention

yes... these 2 needs attention.... running around boards .... spreading -unit plays and praising each other...
another victim

[DiamondJack]

Just ignore and keep posting plays ,some people need the attention

[chuda]

[DiamondJack]

Here are some numbers to consider going into the round of 16


Looking back at the last 5 World Cups
(since the format with 32 teams began)


65% of all matches ended under 2.5
35% ended as a draw at the 90 min (not Incl ET)
15% went to Penalties
32.5% of games were won by 2 or more goals &


Only 2 (or 5% of) games went scoreless 0-0 in regulation.

after rd of 16



37.5% went to PKs
0% of games ended Nil nil
37.5% ended level
63.5% ended Under 2.5 goals
only 1 game was won by 2 or more goals


pretty much according to previous trends


Quarter Final Numbers over the past 5 world Cups


12 of 20 finished under 2.5
6/20 went to Pks
4/20 ended nil- nil
7 of 20 ended level after 90 min

[DiamondJack]

Initial thoughts looking at the odds for the 4 games that stand out;


1. I see a couple of draws during full time
2. I see 1 match to be decided in ET
3. I see 1 nil nil game


CRO/RUS & BRA/BEL look more open
ENG/SWE & URU/FRA Look more cagey

[kidcudi92]

Thanks DJ!

[DiamondJack]

kid---

[DiamondJack]

QuarterFinals


France v Uruguay


1. FRA/URU UNDER 2 @ 1.88/-113 (1 Unit)
2. FRA/URU to DRAW @ 3.25/+225 (1 Unit)


In the past 5 encounters between these 2 sides only 1 goal was scored and there were 4 0-0 results since 2002. In the past 7 games Uruguay have given up only 1 goal. I once again see Gimenez & Godin being solid at the back for the South Americans. We have not seen a 0-0 game yet in the knockout run and this might be just like Denmark v France.



LEAN

Correct Score 0-0 @ 6.50/+250

[franz555]

QuarterFinals


France v Uruguay


1. FRA/URU UNDER 2 @ 1.88/-113 (1 Unit)
2. FRA/URU to DRAW @ 3.25/+225 (1 Unit)


In the past 5 encounters between these 2 sides only 1 goal was scored and there were 4 0-0 results since 2002. In the past 7 games Uruguay have given up only 1 goal. I once again see Gimenez & Godin being solid at the back for the South Americans. We have not seen a 0-0 game yet in the knockout run and this might be just like Denmark v France.



LEAN

Correct Score 0-0 @ 6.50/+250

BOL DJ

I am on France myself but you make valid points

[chuda]

BOL DJ

I am on France myself but you make valid points

on other side but best of luck ? how does that work

anyway

[DiamondJack]

Franz should be a fascinating game either way

[dvb02]

The games can end in a draw in this round? I thought they went to PK’s. I am not as familiar with soccer so please explain.

[DiamondJack]

dvb---Games can end in a draw after regulation 90 min + injury time
after they go into 30 min of extra time & if still tied into PK's

[DiamondJack]

QuarterFinals


Belgium v Brazil


3. BEL/BRA OVER 2.5 @ 2.01/+101 (1 Unit)


I already have a future backing Belgium so I'm not going to back a side here. Both of these teams need no introduction to goal scoring Belgium past 19 games 63 GF. Brazil same time span 42 GF Belgium gave up 20 & Brazil 5. Having the total at plus money with two teams who don't park the bus is a must play. Marcelo should also start adding to the attacking aspect of the match.Casemiro is suspended weakening Brazil defence. Hoping for goals.



LEAN


BTTS YES @ 1.80/-125

[franz555]

QuarterFinals


Belgium v Brazil


3. BEL/BRA OVER 2.5 @ 2.01/+101 (1 Unit)


I already have a future backing Belgium so I'm not going to back a side here. Both of these teams need no introduction to goal scoring Belgium past 19 games 63 GF. Brazil same time span 42 GF Belgium gave up 20 & Brazil 5. Having the total at plus money with two teams who don't park the bus is a must play. Marcelo should also start adding to the attacking aspect of the match.Casemiro is suspended weakening Brazil defence. Hoping for goals.



LEAN


BTTS YES @ 1.80/-125

DJ

I am going to jump on board the Over train

BOL

[DiamondJack]

Over hits Franz

My Belgium to win the World Cup Future is looking just as good as my harry Kane to win the Golden boot

[franz555]

Over hits Franz

My Belgium to win the World Cup Future is looking just as good as my harry Kane to win the Golden boot

I REALLY like England tomorrow. Thoughts ?

[DiamondJack]

QuarterFinals


Sweden v England


4. SWE/ENG UNDER 1.5 @ 2.60/+160 (1 Unit)
5. SWE/ENG to DRAW @ 3.35/+235 (1 Unit)


England are heavily overpriced by the books, yes they are the better side man for man, however Sweden did not get here by fluke. Historically the PK winner hangover is real as teams that won in PKs in the knockout stages tend to go out the next round. Only 4 of 16 bucked that trend. Only Germany managed to put 2 past Sweden this tournament the other 3 the Swedes won to nil. England are yet to keep a clean sheet. Head to head over the years since 2001--- 2 wins 2 losses & 3 draws between these 2. Under & Draw for me.



LEAN


Correct Score 0-0 @ 6.50/+550

[DiamondJack]

QuarterFinals


Russia v Croatia


6. RUS/CRO OVER 2 @ 2.09/+109 (1 Unit)


Even if the hosts lose out to Croatia they punched above their weight and made their nation proud. The books are giving too much love for the Russians as there is no way I would see this line before the tournament kicked off. Both sides have had 3 of their past 5 games go over 2.5 & both are coming off emotional PK wins. I expect a spectacle.



LEAN


Croatia ML @ 2.22/+122

[dvb02]

DJ, by the way, thanks for answering my question! Good luck tomorrow!!

[DiamondJack]

dvb---

[washhead]

Thanks for posting all your plays, I find your thoughts and insight helpful when picking my WC plays.

[kidcudi92]

Cheers my friend

[franz555]

DJ

Nice write ups. BOL today

[DiamondJack]

washhead---
Kid---
Franz---

[DiamondJack]

SemiFinals


Belgium v France


1. FRA/BEL OVER 2.5 @ 2.14/+114 (1 Unit)
2. Belgium PK @ 2.14/+114 (1 Unit)


Belgium scored 14 goals & given up 5. France scored 9 while conceding 4.. 3 of the past 5 for both teams have also gone over 2.5. The last time these sides met head to head it was a 4-3 win for Belgium in a friendly in Paris with the majority of players currently in both squads. I'm expecting a classic semi it will be interesting how Kante will handle deBruyne because who ever wins that battle gets their side to the Finals on Sunday. I'm backing Belgium as I don't think France should be odds on favourite as I would have had the line reversed.



LEAN


BTTS YES @ 1.80/-125

[franz555]

SemiFinals


Belgium v France


1. FRA/BEL OVER 2.5 @ 2.14/+114 (1 Unit)
2. Belgium PK @ 2.14/+114 (1 Unit)


Belgium scored 14 goals & given up 5. France scored 9 while conceding 4.. 3 of the past 5 for both teams have also gone over 2.5. The last time these sides met head to head it was a 4-3 win for Belgium in a friendly in Paris with the majority of players currently in both squads. I'm expecting a classic semi it will be interesting how Kante will handle deBruyne because who ever wins that battle gets their side to the Finals on Sunday. I'm backing Belgium as I don't think France should be odds on favourite as I would have had the line reversed.



LEAN


BTTS YES @ 1.80/-125

DJ Glad to see you on the over. I jumped on Over 2 @ 1.75 an hour after the semi final was set. I was also surprised to see France as fav. I am in a family Pool that my eldest daughter is running. England winning against Croatia, and the World Cup, will kill my sheet ( Big surprise that i had Spain vs Germany in that Semi ). I also have Belgium to win in both pools. Youre right tho...... The game will be won or lost in the midfield. Should be a great game.

BOL Buddy

[DiamondJack]

Franz--
I don't know if i am overrating Belgium but I had them @ 2.50/+150 on the ML, not France..oh well

[Hman]

SemiFinals


Belgium v France


1. FRA/BEL OVER 2.5 @ 2.14/+114 (1 Unit)
2. Belgium PK @ 2.14/+114 (1 Unit)


Belgium scored 14 goals & given up 5. France scored 9 while conceding 4.. 3 of the past 5 for both teams have also gone over 2.5. The last time these sides met head to head it was a 4-3 win for Belgium in a friendly in Paris with the majority of players currently in both squads. I'm expecting a classic semi it will be interesting how Kante will handle deBruyne because who ever wins that battle gets their side to the Finals on Sunday. I'm backing Belgium as I don't think France should be odds on favourite as I would have had the line reversed.



LEAN


BTTS YES @ 1.80/-125

Best of luck DJ

[Mike Huntertz]

Like the France over also.


GL

[DiamondJack]

Hman---
Mike---Hoping for an exciting Game

[DiamondJack]

SemiFinals


Croatia v England


3. CRO/ENG UNDER 1.5 @ 2.67/+167 (1 Unit)
4. CRO/ENG to DRAW @ 3.15/+215 (1 Unit)


One has to believe that Croatia are tired with 2 back to back games going into extra time & PK's. I think with what is at stake both sides will approach this game with caution and a not to lose approach.



LEAN


Correct Score 0-0 @ 7.50/+650

[DiamondJack]

3rd Place


Belgium v England


1. BEL/ENG OVER 3 @ 2.02/+102 (1 Unit)
2. Belgium ML @ 2.31/+131 (1 Unit)


I'm still backing Belgium who have a better squad hands down than England, give them an extra day of rest even better. No comment needed for 3rd place games always back the over. Congrats to both sides hoping either Kane or Lukaku win the Golden boot for my futures sake.



LEAN


Total Goals Exact 4 or more @ 2.50/+150

[DiamondJack]

One off Championship Facts..make your own conclusions about going all out and backing a fav in regular time

2014 World Cup FT Draw ET
2010 World Cup FT Draw ET
2006 World Cup FT Draw PK

2016 Euros POR Underdog wins
2012 Euros SPA FAV Wins
2008 Euros SPA FAV Wins
2004 Euros GRE Underdog wins

2016 Copa FT DRAW PK
2015 Copa FT DRAW PK
2011 Copa URU FAV wins
2007 Copa BRA Underdog wins

2017 ACN Cameroon Underdog wins
2015 ACN FT DRAW
2013 ACN NIG FAV wins
2012 ACN FT DRAW

2013 Asian Cup FT DRAW
2011 Asian Cup FT DRAW

Throwball

2018 NFL Philly Dog Wins
2017 NFL ATL/NE DRAW
2016 NFL DEN Dog wins

2017 CFL TOR Underdog Wins
2016 CFL OTT Underdog Wins
2015 EDM FAV Wins

2018 NCAAF GEO/ALA FT DRAW
2017 NCAAF CLEM Underdog Wins
2016 NCAAF CLEM Underdog Covers
2015 NCAAF Ohio st Underdog wins