Terry Hurlock Loyal 12,133 Posted July 16, 2017 Share Posted July 16, 2017 Since we are about to be bombarded with this tournament from C4 and BBC Scotland. What's your thoughts?? Personally, never been a fan of the women's game, but having watched the World Cup in 2015, I was impressed with the technical abilities of many of the outfield players. Goalkeepers tend to be a let down for many of the teams. I also think think the game is very skewed and pretty much one sided when the top 3 or 4 teams play, Sweden, Germany and probably England in this tournament. I can't see Scotland winning a game, but good progress for them to be there. I'm going to get behind the Scotland girls, hope they can pull off a shock or two. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaz52 11,837 Posted July 16, 2017 Share Posted July 16, 2017 I've never really watched Women's Football, I think because women aren't developed physically as much as men, it makes women's sport less exciting to watch. Like if you put the fastest guy in the world against the fastest woman then the guy would annihilate her. Same with strength. So it means to me that it's more entertaining to watch the faster and stronger version of the sport tried my best to write that without being sexist Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheKingObv 10,646 Posted July 16, 2017 Share Posted July 16, 2017 Putting the standard into perspective. The Australian women's team lost 6-0 to Newcastle Jets u15s The US lost 5-2 to Dallas u15s Women and 14 year olds are very similar physically so it just shows how horrendously developed the women are technically. Some players only look decent because they're up against awful players. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Hilts 12,819 Posted July 16, 2017 Share Posted July 16, 2017 It's really awful and the way some media outlets are trying to force it on to people is pathetic. It will never ever have the same appeal as men's football. Some interesting facts in this video: Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry Hurlock Loyal 12,133 Posted July 16, 2017 Author Share Posted July 16, 2017 1 hour ago, Captain Hilts said: It's really awful and the way some media outlets are trying to force it on to people is pathetic. It will never ever have the same appeal as men's football. Some interesting facts in this video: Never expected to see a shouty man video in the thread when I started it, Ffs!! Thought you were 'the host' for a moment there. I'm guessing this thread has got 2 pager written all over it!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BRITNEY IS NOT FEELING IT 8,293 Posted July 16, 2017 Share Posted July 16, 2017 1 hour ago, TheKingObv said: Putting the standard into perspective. The Australian women's team lost 6-0 to Newcastle Jets u15s The US lost 5-2 to Dallas u15s Women and 14 year olds are very similar physically so it just shows how horrendously developed the women are technically. Some players only look decent because they're up against awful players. That's some brilliant stats there ffs , loada pish it'll be then , saying that it'll probably be hyped tae fuck to try n drum up some viewers ,they'll be making it sound like the Mens World Cup Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Hilts 12,819 Posted July 16, 2017 Share Posted July 16, 2017 16 minutes ago, Terry Hurlock Loyal said: Never expected to see a shouty man video in the thread when I started it, Ffs!! Thought you were 'the host' for a moment there. I'm guessing this thread has got 2 pager written all over it!! I've been posting far too much of this shit recently. Close season syndrome Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TEFTONG 60,108 Posted July 17, 2017 Share Posted July 17, 2017 Whilst the technique and first touch of most woman footballers is pretty poor and beneath the level we hope to see every week in the mans game..They are as hard as fucking nails, I have seen some mistimed crunching tackles that would have seen most men scream like a bitch until seen by a physio. The majority of these woman footballers just seem to get up and get on with it..(no doubt since I have posted this we will now see a Tournament blighted by play acting and feigning of injuries). Just like we have seen for years in the male game all over Europe.. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
there'sonlyoneamoruso 1,724 Posted July 17, 2017 Share Posted July 17, 2017 I'm all for the women's game growing organically, but it seems to be forced on us (certainly by the BBC) and that makes me uncomfortable. It isn't a great standard but sure as long as they enjoy it and it encourages more girls to play football and keep fit then that's a good thing right? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
harlands plater 16,975 Posted July 19, 2017 Share Posted July 19, 2017 See some daft SNP woman MP I've never heard of wore a Scotland football top in the House of Commons today because apparently Scotland are playing England in this wee tournament. How childish can you get? As for women's football in general, I find it as relevant as men's embroidery. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Band of Brothers 10,303 Posted July 19, 2017 Share Posted July 19, 2017 51 minutes ago, harlands plater said: See some daft SNP woman MP I've never heard of wore a Scotland football top in the House of Commons today because apparently Scotland are playing England in this wee tournament. How childish can you get? As for women's football in general, I find it as relevant as men's embroidery. During PM's questions thats one way to look like a complete fud but the dafties will think it's amazing. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigsasasfloppyhair 13,310 Posted July 19, 2017 Share Posted July 19, 2017 Dykes kicking a ball about and they don't even swap tops at the end. Its a no from me. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Band of Brothers 10,303 Posted July 19, 2017 Share Posted July 19, 2017 Big Balding presenting well would never expected that on Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cushynumber 25,178 Posted July 19, 2017 Share Posted July 19, 2017 Scotland getting hammered. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inigo 32,526 Posted July 19, 2017 Share Posted July 19, 2017 Mr Shouty wank is spreading from the politics forum? Oh goody. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inigo 32,526 Posted July 19, 2017 Share Posted July 19, 2017 No idea why people feel the need to disparage the women's game. It is what it is. What's obvious is that it's improving. No surprise that more money and more exposure coincides with that. I always imagine my own daughter was playing in it before making criticisms of it. I think it helps me look at it fairly. Unlike cunty McShoutface above. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TEFTONG 60,108 Posted July 19, 2017 Share Posted July 19, 2017 2 minutes ago, Inigo said: No idea why people feel the need to disparage the women's game. It is what it is. What's obvious is that it's improving. No surprise that more money and more exposure coincides with that. I always imagine my own daughter was playing in it before making criticisms of it. I think it helps me look at it fairly. I agree with this..Just took out the personal abuse bit.. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inigo 32,526 Posted July 19, 2017 Share Posted July 19, 2017 Classy finish for the 5th goal. Some of the finishing has been superb. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlearyEyedBear 4,148 Posted July 23, 2017 Share Posted July 23, 2017 Scotland lost 2-1 to Portugal Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry Hurlock Loyal 12,133 Posted July 23, 2017 Author Share Posted July 23, 2017 1 hour ago, BlearyEyedBear said: Scotland lost 2-1 to Portugal They have been a bit of a disappointment, losing to a team lower ranked really. Spain win tonight, and they are out. Typical Scotland though, best players injured (Kim Little, who is a bit of a superstar in the women's game) and infighting with the SFA over money matter beforehand. At least they got to the finals though, something the men's team is at least a decade away from. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
adamtricky 89 Posted July 23, 2017 Share Posted July 23, 2017 england v spain game on now channel 4 , Decent game , England holding on 1-0 , Spain loads of possession , passing around Arsenal / Barc style but making no clear chances. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
don logan 8,064 Posted July 23, 2017 Share Posted July 23, 2017 18 minutes ago, adamtricky said: england v spain game on now channel 4 , Decent game , England holding on 1-0 , Spain loads of possession , passing around Arsenal / Barc style but making no clear chances. First time in my long life that Ive ever watched a match and fantasied about pumping the referee...... Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
adamtricky 89 Posted July 23, 2017 Share Posted July 23, 2017 10 minutes ago, don logan said: First time in my long life that Ive ever watched a match and fantasied about pumping the referee...... was a decent game , Was good that they didnt role around the floor looking for free kicks Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
adamtricky 89 Posted July 23, 2017 Share Posted July 23, 2017 just realised its Sone Aluko 's sister doing co - analysis Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Hilts 12,819 Posted July 24, 2017 Share Posted July 24, 2017 Watched the first 10 minutes of the Scotland game yesterday. Quality is absolutely dire. The players can barely pass 10 yards. The pundits trying to make out as if it's thrill a minute entertainment is embarrassing. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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