Unofficial Halesowen Town FC Forum

So time to make a fool of ourselves. Well make a prediction anyway. Who do you fancy for the World Cup and why? Who are you cursing to fall at the group stage? . Who would you like to do well?
Firstly I would love Iceland to have another great tournament. Really won me over at the Euros.
Winners
For me, I refuse to say Germany (though I'm not sure they're good enough this time anyway), and Italy aren't in it. Spain aren't what they used to be and nor are Argentina. Knowing absolutely bugger all about half the teams leaves 4 for me. Rule out France because they're French and it's England, Belgium and Brazil left. Love Brazil and head says Belgium but we look a different proposition under Southgate. Could we do it? Nah. So Belgium it is.
Next.

Went to see Brazil last week v Croatia. 2 good finishes but otherwise average and looked fragile in defence. Croatia were the better side but lacked a good front man. If they find a scored to link in with Modric then they could surprise a lot of people.

Germany. Because it’s always bloody Germany.

The quality of French players makes them strong contenders in my opinion, likewise Belgium. Whether they play as a team is another matter. The Belgian public see this side as their 'golden generation' and so they should with players like Eden Hazard. Not sure Roberto Martinez is the man to do it for them though.

I predict a the final four will be France, Belgium, Germany and Brazil. England will go out at the second round. I like Southgate but not sure he has the quality of players to do it, that said when we have had the quality in years gone by the weight of expectation has been too much. If he leaves out the modern day John Barnes (Sterling) who knows?

RobYeltz wrote: ↑

12 Jun 2018, 10:49

The quality of French players makes them strong contenders in my opinion, likewise Belgium. Whether they play as a team is another matter. The Belgian public see this side as their 'golden generation' and so they should with players like Eden Hazard. Not sure Roberto Martinez is the man to do it for them though.

I predict a the final four will be France, Belgium, Germany and Brazil. England will go out at the second round. I like Southgate but not sure he has the quality of players to do it, that said when we have had the quality in years gone by the weight of expectation has been too much. If he leaves out the modern day John Barnes (Sterling) who knows?

Some of the young players we have look fearless and I think that could make a big difference this time. Rashford especially. Could be our biggest opportunity at a championship in 20 years. Belgium v England final. That's scuppered it for those 2 to both get out the group.

Brazil Croatia England and France. And that from a Welshman !! .

andy wrote: ↑

12 Jun 2018, 13:06

RobYeltz wrote: ↑

12 Jun 2018, 10:49

The quality of French players makes them strong contenders in my opinion, likewise Belgium. Whether they play as a team is another matter. The Belgian public see this side as their 'golden generation' and so they should with players like Eden Hazard. Not sure Roberto Martinez is the man to do it for them though.

I predict a the final four will be France, Belgium, Germany and Brazil. England will go out at the second round. I like Southgate but not sure he has the quality of players to do it, that said when we have had the quality in years gone by the weight of expectation has been too much. If he leaves out the modern day John Barnes (Sterling) who knows?

Some of the young players we have look fearless and I think that could make a big difference this time. Rashford especially. Could be our biggest opportunity at a championship in 20 years. Belgium v England final. That's scuppered it for those 2 to both get out the group.

And just whaddayouknow? About as much a me

Get yerself ready for an outbreak of blue boxes!

Westyeltz wrote: ↑

12 Jun 2018, 22:50

Get yerself ready for an outbreak of blue boxes!

Well, maybe not. I might just be getting the hang of this compution stuff.

Any jobs going at your place Poll?

Westyeltz wrote: ↑

12 Jun 2018, 22:52

Westyeltz wrote: ↑

12 Jun 2018, 22:50

Get yerself ready for an outbreak of blue boxes!

Well, maybe not. I might just be getting the hang of this compution stuff.

Any jobs going at your place Poll?

Yeah, we're thinking of sorting out our garden, will expect a quote from you soon

Poll wrote: ↑

14 Jun 2018, 08:38

Westyeltz wrote: ↑

12 Jun 2018, 22:52

Westyeltz wrote: ↑

12 Jun 2018, 22:50

Get yerself ready for an outbreak of blue boxes!

Well, maybe not. I might just be getting the hang of this compution stuff.

Any jobs going at your place Poll?

Yeah, we're thinking of sorting out our garden, will expect a quote from you soon

Never mind that you pair. Who's going to win the World Cup?