2026 FIFA World Cup Thread

#227      
Crazy rule, but probably necessary to promote civility and sportsmanship.
Unfortunately necessary. Too many incidents of racist remarks being weaponized by players attempting to bait opponents into a reaction (see e.g. Zidane headbutt). The hand over the mouth is used to dodge lip readers and consequences (can't lose sponsorships!).
 
#230      
In the knockout round when it is UEFA vs non-UEFA so far

UEFA in stadiums with AC- undefeated
UEFA in outdoor stadiums- winless

However both Belgium and Bosnia are playing in a much cooler climate than the rest of us.
 
#239      
The first view they showed I didn’t think it was. Then they played a view from higher up and it looked like the defender kicked his foot just as the attacker was about to strike at it.
It looked like the defender had started his kick before the attacker got there and was playing the ball. But very bang bang.
 
#240      
Tonight's starting XI:

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