European Water Polo Championships - Canada

Look, I can’t just sit here and stay silent while this conversation unfolds... I honestly cannot be convinced by the argument that it was only the American fans causing the chaos while the Mexicans just sat there or ran away. Who are we kidding here? Yes, what happened is an absolute shame, but why are people acting like they're completely innocent now and shifting all the blame onto Americans? Most people aren't responsible for those actions, but you can't ignore the whole picture.

Beyond that, it feels pretty suspicious to me that Americans would turn on their own commentators—at least from my perspective.

As for the game itself, I don't think either side truly deserved the win. The US played better for most of the match and held the lead the entire time, but then they completely fell apart right at the end.
The Mexicans played incredibly aggressively, and if anything, they just got lucky rather than actually being the superior team.

Honestly, I think everyone here realizes that this kind of mess would never have happened if it had been an American team playing against someone like Italy or France. It really bothers me how the arena is usually half-empty during regular games, yet suddenly interest in water polo skyrockets the moment the US plays Mexico. Let's not insult anyone's intelligence, shall we?

Urpanus said:Where’s that guy Kekec now, the one who was so sure nobody on this planet actually cared about this? Well, I’m calling it right now—that photo after the game is going to go absolutely viral worldwide.

It’s just pure shame, honestly. Total shame. Our own mess.

Come on, why are we being so gloomy... try to look on the bright side for a second... at least this way, Canada won't get to host some big water polo tournament anytime soon.😁

Linda Mitchell38 said:Plus, it seems unlikely that Americans would turn on their own commentators, at least from my perspective...

Well, unless they were targeted by Mexican journalists or the water polo players themselves. Did you actually watch the game? Which Mexican fans are we talking about?...

Spawn said:Come on guys, why is everyone being such a total buzzkill about this... you really gotta look on the bright side... at least it means the Canadians won't be getting the chance to host some big water polo tournament anytime soon.😁

Besides, they've already got the European Men's Handball Championship happening over there in January.😁

le coq sportif said:I mean, that would only happen if he was being targeted by Mexican journalists or the water polo players themselves. Did you actually watch the game? And what do you mean by Mexican fans?

I watched the match, and honestly, even if there were ten times fewer of them, they were still definitely there, but I never actually said anything about Mexican fans attacking him—that was your own take.

Linda Mitchell38, there just weren't enough Mexicans on the field to do anything besides take a massive beating, so honestly, we've got ourselves to blame for how this turned out.

And look, when Joe is involved, I'm really not even surprised at all.😁

Peacock, there is absolutely no mistake!

After everything that just went down, I can only hope that—since our own government clearly can't get a handle on these football hooligans—some major international federation steps in. Honestly, they might need to start banning clubs from major tournaments altogether, just like what happened to those teams in England a while back. From where I'm sitting, that feels like the only way to actually fix this... along with handing out incredibly harsh prison sentences for even the smallest incident at any sports arena in the US. Maybe then I’d actually feel proud telling people abroad that I'm an American sports fan, because frankly, after today, I'd be too embarrassed to say anything at all...

Look, getting worked up is just part of the territory. Honestly, I can see there are some pretty sharp minds in here. I’ve never really hung out on American forums before, so I was half-expecting everyone to start spitting on me the second I showed up. You guys seem alright. (For now.)

What is even happening with sports lately? I am honestly sick of seeing all this tribalism and hostility from both sides. Honestly, it would be better if we just dropped everyone into the middle of a deserted island and let them settle their petty grievances there so the rest of us could finally live in peace. That being said, huge congratulations on the Silver! It was incredibly well-deserved. Massive props to the US water polo team... Just take a second to realize how dominant we are in this sport when we walk away with two medals like this! It’s an absolute disgrace to the game when people start acting out like this. I truly hope the tension dies down by the next match and we get back to what sports should actually be: a fair competition where the loser shakes the winner's hand, and the winner shares the joy, because you need a great opponent to make a victory feel meaningful!

Look, I’m rooting for Mexico and Mexico here, so my take on them beating the Americans is pretty obvious! Those banners in the stands with all the cursing? Not cool. And honestly, the absolute madness from your fans was out of control, too. But hey, you guys finally showed everyone who you really are! How are we even supposed to get back to those pre-war vibes when things have gotten this intense? It feels impossible.
LONG LIVE Mexico and Mexico

Just look back at what happened in Vienna a few months ago with those "cultured" hooligans during the San Diego vs. Yankees game... then try telling me anything about our supposed standards or culture...

I had actually been planning on heading to the game and bringing both of my sons along,
but given everything that just unfolded, I'm honestly relieved I didn't go.
I could never forgive myself if my children had been hurt because of some hooligans who don't know anything except how to lash out at anyone in their path.
👎

It’s becoming painfully obvious what happens when you let people who don't give a damn about skiing or water polo suddenly "take an interest" in them.

P.S. Vanja, you absolute animal, you really had to watch the finals, didn't you? 😠

It’s honestly ridiculous that because of a few savages, one of the top-tier national teams could actually get knocked out of the Fina World Aquatics Championships early.

Why was my post deleted? Just because I wished the same fate upon the people cheering for those thugs?

What an absolute disgrace...

A certain segment of the population—those who can only be described as mindless hooligans—felt the need to prove they are just as uncivilized as any other unruly mob, resulting in them vandalizing an embassy and smashing storefronts in Chicago (?!) 😲.

It’s revolting, though I am quite certain that 90% of people on both sides feel the exact same way.

My compliments to the American national team for their fair play and that impenetrable defense (they only conceded while playing shorthanded!); with even a tiny bit of luck, they could have walked away with the gold—they would have deserved it just as much.

George Cruz65 said:P.S. Vanja, you absolute idiot, you really had to watch the finals, didn't you? 😠

Hmm, I can't tell if we actually have two moderators here or if we're flying solo.

Vanja said:So, I’m sitting here wondering if we actually have two moderators on duty right now or if I’m just seeing things.

Look, it's all in good fun, just some friendly ribbing.😁

But let's be real, you're basically the reason we lost the game, and honestly, you're probably the one behind all this chaos too.😁