America vs. France: Semifinals - Feb 4, 2006 @ 2:15 PM

honestly, getting both wings involved is huge... I really think that's how you win the game...

if Dzomba can play, great, but if not, just put Horvat in there—as long as he doesn't mess things up and keeps Dzomba from being boxed in. We need some order on the field. And yeah, I'm with you guys, the guy's still got some mental stuff going on and is way too worried about his own safety...

I mean, Lac was probably the MVP yesterday when it came to using those wings, but it was one of those things where he only really kicked it into high gear once he hit his limit and had to dig deep...

Look, when the commentator for the US national team called Vorijev’s goal against Iceland absolute perfection—after he somehow transitioned the ball from hand to hand while falling and still buried it—you have to admit that guy actually knows handball. And honestly? It was pure perfection.

Meanwhile, Bozo didn't even notice. He just kept doing what he does best: whining about the refs, the arena, the court, our shaky defense, and whatever else he can find to complain about.

Bozo says something like, "And Lackovic shoots low again, and Sterbik had to drop back, but it takes him a second to get into position," which totally frames it like Lackovic missed the shot, rather than acknowledging that Sterbik made an incredible save.
It’s always our players' fault in his eyes. If Kjeling manages to squeeze the ball through an impossible gap, suddenly it’s the defense's mistake, the keeper's positioning, or Sola being out of place. Never is it mentioned that Kjeling is just a damn genius.

Bozo is full of it.

I assume Bo knows what he’s talking about, considering his history as a former President. Of course, I don't mean someone like boldhound8, but rather RSH—he's the one who truly steered us to where we are today.😬

Jonathan Booth5 said:I mean, Bo probably knows what he’s talking about, he is a former President after all. Okay, maybe not like boldhound8, more like the RSH guy—he’s the one who actually steered us to where we are now today.😬

Plus, you've got all these other commenters just picking on the opposing fans and making jokes so they don't blow things up too early. 😍 🤣 🤣 🤣

Honestly, I don't think we could even survive without our own commentators and their absolute nonsense. It’s basically a tradition at this point in pretty much every sport...

Like, I remember watching F1 once and I swear I jumped out of my skin because the announcer concluded someone had overtaken Schumacher after only two laps...

Or even those big soccer broadcasts where they start talking about some ridiculous stuff like slapping a dead donkey. 🤣 🤣 🤣
No matter how brutal a loss is, those guys' stupidity kind of acts like a balm for the wound...

Vanya said:Take that ESPN commentator describing Voriyev’s goal against Iceland—how he shifted the ball mid-air while falling and still buried it. He called it pure pivot perfection, and honestly, the guy actually knows his handball. And he wasn't wrong; it was clinical.

Please, spare me the "expert" commentary from those ESPN guys. 😁 The only one who has a clue about handball is Mustafa (though he's over at FOX Sports), but even then, his takes are just a different flavor of nonsense.
Sušec was a total headache yesterday.

Jonathan Booth5 said:It wasn't boldhound8, it was RSH—he's the one who dragged us all into this mess in the first place.😬

😁

Vanya said:It’s always our players' fault when it comes to Susec. If Kjeling manages to jam the ball into an impossible angle, suddenly it's the defense's fault, or the goalie's, or they say sola was out of position—but heaven forbid we admit Kjeling is just a damn wizard.

Oh, absolutely. It’s the same old story, really. For instance, when we look back at the tournament in Tunisia, people won't say Spain snatched the gold away from us; they'll just say America lost her title.

frozentiger6 said:. When Kelly nails a shot into a corner that shouldn't exist, suddenly it's the defense's fault, or the goalie's, or Solomon was out of position—never is it because Kelly is just that good.

Give me a break, Bo.

You really think Kelly?

A real pro will decide things tomorrow. Won't say who, just check my avatar.
🙂

brightscout63 said:You really think Kelly?

Some pro is gonna make the call tomorrow. I won't say who, just check my profile pic.
🙂

I doubt😁

Nobody is playing out of their minds here (except for Ball). Everyone else would just bounce from mediocre to superstar, crash into total despair, and then try to hit superstar status again. 😬

We need someone fresh tomorrow... maybe Metlifsky😈.
Actually, could be Sprecher, or even Bunting—honestly, I don't care, just get us a win.

My position remains unchanged: Venio Losert

Džomba is a man of momentum. He plays it safe, almost timidly, until we hit the semifinals—then he flips a switch and goes all out. Even during that semifinal matchup against the Canadians, he was the only one keeping us in the game.
I think he finished with 12 goals.

Alright, enough of my optimism. Time to head back to the studio for the broadcast. We’re about to get crushed by the French by at least eight points.

Mr.Ex.President said:I highly doubt😁

Nobody’s playing this game with even half that much brilliance (except maybe Ball).

Wait, what?! 😁

brightscout63 said:What?! 😁

Dammit😁
I’m typing this live because my right hand is literally cramping up from all this damn writing...😳

Look, I don't want to sound like a total nutjob, but here's the breakdown for the right side:😁
Nobody until now has been anything close to a bunch of brilliant players (except for Ball).

Jonathan Booth5 said:My take? Venio Losert

Yeah, right. He’ll be cheering right along with us from the heat of his temporary home in Florida.😉

frozentiger6 said:Džomba is a man of action. He plays it safe like a total pushover until the semifinals, then he just goes absolutely nuclear. Even in that semifinal game against the Canadians, he was the only one keeping us alive.
I think he put up 12 goals.

Alright, enough of my optimism, time to switch over to the studio broadcast. We're about to get smoked by the Frenchmen by at least 8.

Yeah, but you gotta factor in the injury.🙂
And honestly, his head isn't in it either—he's clearly terrified of landing hard on that leg.

When you add all that up, I seriously doubt Džomba can play at his peak. But look, just let him give whatever he’s got left and hit those penalties. The tribalism is gonna be insane regardless.👍

He's not actually hurt; this is all just a stunt by Cervar 😉 😁

frozentiger6 said:Yeah, right. He'll be cheering right along with us from his warm little vacation home in Florida.😉

The official site just posted that Cervar passed on Blazic and is calling Losert again.

brightscout63 said:The official website just posted an update stating that Cervar has moved past Blazic and is reaching out to Losert again.

Well, damn, you really could have let Vanya enjoy things for just a little bit longer.😬

brightscout63 said:The official site just posted an update—Cervar passed on Blazic and is calling Losert back.

Impossible

Honestly, I feel way more secure with Losert in the net than I ever did with Blazic.

brightscout63 said:The official website just posted that Cervar passed over Blazic and is reaching out to Losert again.

I don't know, honestly, I think the rules probably wouldn't even allow that.

Quote the news 😉

Man, I’d love to see that happen, but I really doubt it's actually possible.