Jiji Posted June 13, 2018 Share Posted June 13, 2018 I'm glad Vancouver didn't give FIFA a blank cheque but I'll almost assuredly be heading over to one of the host cities for some matches. Also, do we as a country have anything resembling a proper stadium with non-shitty pitch? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
odessasteps Posted June 13, 2018 Share Posted June 13, 2018 If they play matches at BMO, are they going to displace the Argos for 2-3 weeks? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Death From Above Posted June 14, 2018 Author Share Posted June 14, 2018 I love the CFL but is that a serious question? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
odessasteps Posted June 14, 2018 Share Posted June 14, 2018 Yes and no. In a larger sense, will the CFL take a week or two off, so as to not compete head to head, at least during the group stage.? I suppose you could just play home games in the cities not hosting WC matches. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wyld Samurai Posted June 14, 2018 Share Posted June 14, 2018 Isn't there talk about converting the Skydome to grass? I know MLB is wanting major upgrades... Where's the Final going to be? I'd like to see it in Estadio Azteca... But I think f'n Jerry World is going to get it. Or maybe MetLife. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
odessasteps Posted June 14, 2018 Share Posted June 14, 2018 Given that everything after the group stages will be in the US, I would guess its MetLife, Jerryworld or the Rose Bowl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Serious Darius Bagfelt Posted June 14, 2018 Share Posted June 14, 2018 53 minutes ago, odessasteps said: Given that everything after the group stages will be in the US, I would guess its MetLife, Jerryworld or the Rose Bowl. Rose Bowl? Wouldn't the new LA Stadium be up and chomping to host an event like this by then Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
odessasteps Posted June 14, 2018 Share Posted June 14, 2018 I could see the sentimental argument of wanting to hold the final in the same place as 1994. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SirFozzie Posted June 14, 2018 Share Posted June 14, 2018 MetLife will host the final Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sabremike Posted June 14, 2018 Share Posted June 14, 2018 22 minutes ago, SirFozzie said: MetLife will host the final Which is a shame because it is such a shitty stadium. Completely soulless and half the seats are a mile in the air. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Niners Fan in CT Posted June 14, 2018 Share Posted June 14, 2018 I can't think about 2026. Good news is the games are only a few hours away.. This is going to be a fun summer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Serious Darius Bagfelt Posted June 14, 2018 Share Posted June 14, 2018 8 hours ago, Wyld Samurai said: Isn't there talk about converting the Skydome to grass? I know MLB is wanting major upgrades... Where's the Final going to be? I'd like to see it in Estadio Azteca... But I think f'n Jerry World is going to get it. Or maybe MetLife. Maybe this way Rogers can get some government money to help them with the $400 million in upgrades they want to/need to do to the dome Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fuzzy Dunlop Posted June 14, 2018 Share Posted June 14, 2018 Robbie Williams is performing at the opening ceremony? This is the worst World Cup of all time. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NikoBaltimore Posted June 14, 2018 Share Posted June 14, 2018 8 minutes ago, Fuzzy Dunlop said: Robbie Williams is performing at the opening ceremony? This is the worst World Cup of all time. Between this and the opening match being Russia vs. Saudi Arabia it's like they're determined to kill any enjoyment I have in the World Cup. At least Hasselhoff is entertaining in his own way so I get why Germany loves him. But...Robbie Williams?!?! Russia has some terrible taste in music. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fuzzy Dunlop Posted June 14, 2018 Share Posted June 14, 2018 I'm now hoping for a 5-4 in the match with both goalkeepers scoring a hat trick each, 6 men sent off, the referee falling on his arse and a streaker. It's the only way to make up for Robbie fucking Williams. Don't want to keep banging on about it but...fucking hell. Yeah, it'll be a nil-nil. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NikoBaltimore Posted June 14, 2018 Share Posted June 14, 2018 1 hour ago, Fuzzy Dunlop said: I'm now hoping for a 5-4 in the match with both goalkeepers scoring a hat trick each, 6 men sent off, the referee falling on his arse and a streaker. It's the only way to make up for Robbie fucking Williams. Don't want to keep banging on about it but...fucking hell. Yeah, it'll be a nil-nil. I like the way you think. I'd have a group of gay couples kissing each other while we're at it for good measure but that works. I wish I had the Switch with me so I can play some FIFA. Would rather destroy them on that than see them play. But with Russia up 2-0 either they have a good team or Saudi Arabia's pretty bad (sorry, haven't caught up on who's good or not good in this) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ReiseReise Posted June 14, 2018 Share Posted June 14, 2018 I've never since being conscious NOT been into a World Cup. Until now. Apparently I am done with football. I'll still read results and I plan on watching Germany vs Sweden. But other than that? Sorry if I won't contribute like I usually do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dewar Posted June 14, 2018 Share Posted June 14, 2018 Russia and the Saudis were the two lowest ranked teams coming into the event, so of course they got grouped together. I hope Canada gets the benefit of having the second lowest ranked team being put into their group in 2026. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RIPPA Posted June 14, 2018 Share Posted June 14, 2018 4 minutes ago, Dewar said: Russia and the Saudis were the two lowest ranked teams coming into the event, so of course they got grouped together. I hope Canada gets the benefit of having the second lowest ranked team being put into their group in 2026. I don't think they will put Canada and the US in the same group 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dewar Posted June 14, 2018 Share Posted June 14, 2018 Despite missing the World Cup, the Americans are still 42 spots ahead of Saudi Arabia. More spots ahead of Canada, because we 1) kinda suck 2) rarely play friendlies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RIPPA Posted June 14, 2018 Share Posted June 14, 2018 Mental Note - don't joke with Dewar He takes Canada's shitty ranking very seriously Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dewar Posted June 14, 2018 Share Posted June 14, 2018 it's a well deserved shitty ranking. The last time we even made it to the hex was 20 years ago. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobbyWhioux Posted June 14, 2018 Share Posted June 14, 2018 2 hours ago, ReiseReise said: I've never since being conscious NOT been into a World Cup. Until now. Apparently I am done with football. I'll still read results and I plan on watching Germany vs Sweden. But other than that? Sorry if I won't contribute like I usually do. It's cool. People should be boycotting this Cup anyway and I'm kinda surprised I haven't heard of any nations doing so (please tell me if someone has!). It's semi-regular thing with the Olympics after all. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dolfan in NYC Posted June 14, 2018 Share Posted June 14, 2018 This is objectively terrible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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