FIFA Confederations Cup 2013

FredX · Jun 15, 2013

Oh shit I'm being subbed.

Sage · Jun 15, 2013

zaccheroni has been playing with the same japan line up since he took over in 2010 :lol:

sakai > uchida

havenaar would be a better choice as a target man than okazaki who just works hard.

Mion-Moura · Jun 15, 2013

jo has got in.tells you the limited options at that position.feel like blaming pato failing to live up to expectations

leaf · Jun 15, 2013

FredX said:
That's because you're Dru.

He's had 15 apps 0 goals and 4 assists for PSG....hardly the phenom he's made out to be in the media

FredX · Jun 15, 2013

leaf said:
He's had 15 apps 0 goals and 4 assists for PSG....hardly the phenom he's made out to be in the media

Have you seen him play in those 15 apps?

No, you haven't. Fred has.

But yeah, the kid has some way to go.

leaf · Jun 15, 2013

FredX said:
Have you seen him play in those 15 apps?

No, you haven't. Fred has.

But yeah, the kid has some way to go.

That's all I'm saying....don't get mad at me cause you got subbed without scoring

Redman10 · Jun 15, 2013

Lucas is raw but he's quality.

Sage · Jun 15, 2013

zach is being your typical italian coach, no youth involvement what so ever.

talented players like inui doesn't play, talented AM like kakitani(on hot form) doesn't even get called up.

prefering uchida over sakai. :thumbsdown:

endo is a good player but he's 33 years old, he should take him off the line up, give the young ones a chance to shine.

FredX · Jun 15, 2013

Lucas has all the qualities but need a good spanking.
He thinks he's the hundred million Ronaldinho-man.
But it can't be all easy for a 20-year old coming from Brazil to PARIS and suddenly being drowned in money, women and good food.

Mion-Moura · Jun 15, 2013

fucking oscar

Sage · Jun 15, 2013

terrible performance, tactics and subs :thumbsdown:

Nestafan · Jun 15, 2013

sonatawish said:
Neymar's great goal

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=557819574256840

Great strike!

Mion-Moura · Jun 15, 2013

Sage said:
terrible performance, tactics and subs

work in progress

Albertini · Jun 15, 2013

brazilian fans boo every single substitution that any manager ever makes, i don't get it. even when neymar was rested after the game was won they bood lol, too bad on the manager

Polotelli · Jun 15, 2013

Tomorrow a more interesting game

Mexico - Italia 9pm CET

Mexico could surprise Italy, especially if they don't take it seriously
but i'm counting on Italia that they will win

Christian · Jun 15, 2013

Pollo said:
Tomorrow a more interesting game

Mexico - Italia 9pm CET

Mexico could surprise Italy, especially if they don't take it seriously
but i'm counting on Italia that they will win

Tbh that's the kinda game where Italy usually put in their worst performances, wouldn't be surprised if they drew.

KujaIX · Jun 15, 2013

Overall:

Lucas > Neymar.

More complete player, faster, proven in Europe(aka, big-boy competitions)

Sage · Jun 15, 2013

neymar >>> lucas

FredX · Jun 15, 2013

Mion-Moura said:
work in progress

Everything and everyone is always a work in progress.

Thank god for that. Who would wanna settle for this?

yagami7gnr · Jun 15, 2013

KujaIX said:
Overall:

Lucas > Neymar.

More complete player, faster, proven in Europe(aka, big-boy competitions)

Both are overrated; though, they are very talented. Both tend to try to pass many defenders while losing the ball (mostly seen by Lucas). Both are still raw, Neymar is better because he passes better the ball in the final third, Lucas is just as awful as SeS is in the final third and same as I do not understand how SeS played Am at Padova the same way i do not understand how people consider Lucas a AM or midfielder.

necromancer · Jun 16, 2013

Gazzetta's expected lineup -

6 Juve players, 4 Milan players, 1 Romanista.

Prandelli was asked about the probable change to a 4-3-2-1 system with Emanuele Giaccherini and Claudio Marchisio supporting the centre-forward.

“We have to take into account the physical aspect and the fitness levels of the squad right now. The muscular problems we’ve had in training just shows that we worked with great intensity. I’m convinced everyone will reach peak fitness at the right time.

“We have players of great quality, especially in midfield, and have built the side around their movement and possession.

“We also experimented with a few different options, but this is the one that gives us the most guarantees.

“Am I still worried by the performances against the Czech Republic and Haiti? We worked on our tactics over the last few days as well as on our pride and motivation.”

Prandelli seems to be referring to El Shaarawy/Cerci's lack of top fitness, requiring them to crowd the midfield with 5 players and play a safer, possession-oriented game than a flat out 4-3-3. Makes sense. Considering the number of players from Milan and Juventus, there'll be a lot of understanding between the passers.

This is also Pirlo's 100th cap for Italy.

acm55 · Jun 16, 2013

Pirlo's Mexico Century
By Football Italia staff

Andrea Pirlo hopes to “celebrate my 100th cap in style at the Maracanà” against Mexico and names his Italy heirs.

The midfielder sat down at a Press conference in Rio de Janeiro ahead of the Confederations Cup opener, which kicks off at 20.00 UK time (19.00 GMT).

“I am happy, feel in good shape and ready for a great Confederations Cup,” smiled the veteran.

“I hope to celebrate my 100th cap in style at the Maracanà, which is the dream of every child. Our objective is to go as far as possible and we have everything it takes to achieve that.”

Mexico manager Jose Manuel De La Torre said Pirlo was the key figure and they’d try to “control” his influence.

“Of course it’s pleasing to know the opposition Coach has such high regard for me, but I am accustomed to playing while man-marked. Fortunately I am not alone there, so my many talented teammates will help find solutions.”

Pirlo was asked about his remarkable free kick capabilities, which have even impressed the Brazilian media.

“I originally tried to imitate the way Juninho Pernambucano hit the ball. It worked.”

The Italy Under-21 side reached the European Championship Final, so Pirlo looked ahead to who will take his place after the 2014 World Cup.

“There are many who can play in my place, such as Marco Verratti, or maybe Alessandro Florenzi. In any case, it will be Cesare Prandelli who decides.”

necromancer · Jun 16, 2013

^Good nod to Juninho Pernambucano there. I remember when he started to hit free-kicks like him back when he was with Milan. Juninho P was probably the best free-kick taker that I've seen..

Jasper · Jun 16, 2013

necromancer said:
^Good nod to Juninho Pernambucano there. I remember when he started to hit free-kicks like him back when he was with Milan. Juninho P was probably the best free-kick taker that I've seen..

Still has it

Christian · Jun 16, 2013

necromancer said:
^Good nod to Juninho Pernambucano there. I remember when he started to hit free-kicks like him back when he was with Milan. Juninho P was probably the best free-kick taker that I've seen..

I don't think Pirlo ever did the knuckle shot that well. Thing about Juninho was that he scored alot of goals from positions where a free kick really shouldn't be dangerous. Pirlo is most dangerous from positions where he can curl it around the wall

Half of those goals must be from 30-40 meters out, some farther... the guy was/is(?) unreal

Polotelli · Jun 16, 2013

necromancer said:
Gazzetta's expected lineup -

6 Juve players, 4 Milan players, 1 Romanista.

Prandelli seems to be referring to El Shaarawy/Cerci's lack of top fitness, requiring them to crowd the midfield with 5 players and play a safer, possession-oriented game than a flat out 4-3-3. Makes sense. Considering the number of players from Milan and Juventus, there'll be a lot of understanding between the passers.

This is also Pirlo's 100th cap for Italy.

Giaccherini??? I just don't get it :fp:

should not even been called up

necromancer · Jun 16, 2013

Jasper said:
Still has it

Christian said:
I don't think Pirlo ever did the knuckle shot that well. Thing about Juninho was that he scored alot of goals from positions where a free kick really shouldn't be dangerous. Pirlo is most dangerous from positions where he can curl it around the wall

Yeah, that was Juninho's uniqueness. But Pirlo has scored with that knuckle shot for Milan. I can't remember the game though, but I remember him saying later that he has been trying to copy Juninho's style for those positions or something like that.

Juninho was insane. Ball went with almost zero spin, and dipped perfectly.

Qaas · Jun 16, 2013

Giacherini instead of SES wtf

Mario · Jun 16, 2013

SES is unfit because he pulled his muscle a few days ago, sake goes for Cerci
Don't see why Candreva or Diamanti can't start there , but Prandelli has a soft spot for that fodder

ladro · Jun 16, 2013

pirlas 100th cap and jokerini starting? viva mexico!!!!

FIFA Confederations Cup 2013

Which NT do you want to win the Confederations Cup?

Italy

Uruguay

Nigeria

Mexico

Japan

Brazil

Spain

Tahiti

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Phase 3

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Sack Pioli

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Team Neymar

Phase 3

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Milan Legend

Milan Legend

Mexes & Muntari fanboy

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Milan Legend

Lo Stile di Pioli

Rossonero

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Lo Stile di Pioli

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