Author Topic: La Liga Thread 2013/14 (Read 313304 times)

Mad Max · « **Reply #2880 on:** February 11, 2014, 01:34:58 pm »

Come on Barca!

SamAteTheRedAcid · « **Reply #2881 on:** February 11, 2014, 08:08:19 pm »

Ronaldo with the dive, converts the inevitable penalty. YAWN

please, I have my reasons for it but... · « **Reply #2882 on:** February 11, 2014, 08:16:43 pm »

Another penalty, and Ronaldo makes it 2-0

Mad Max · « **Reply #2883 on:** February 11, 2014, 08:18:11 pm »

Quote from: Y2J on February 11, 2014, 08:16:43 pm

Another penalty, and Ronaldo makes it 2-0

Desi Kopite · « **Reply #2884 on:** February 11, 2014, 08:42:03 pm »

Wouldn't be surprised if Ronaldo polishes this off with a hat-trick. Varane looks a class act and only 20 odd!!

Shite Name · « **Reply #2885 on:** February 11, 2014, 08:51:43 pm »

How did that lad not snap himself in two there?

Manic · « **Reply #2886 on:** February 11, 2014, 08:53:22 pm »

Ronaldo falls to the floor after being hit by a cigarette lighter. Get a grip you big fairy. Not condoning the throwing of it but his reaction is embarrassing.

JRC_ · « **Reply #2887 on:** February 11, 2014, 08:54:49 pm »

With a few injuries, Costa being suspended etc Atletico look very average indeed

Desi Kopite · « **Reply #2888 on:** February 11, 2014, 09:02:40 pm »

Quote from: jizzlobber on February 11, 2014, 08:51:43 pm

How did that lad not snap himself in two there?

I could not bring myself to see that replay...ouch!!!

Popcorn · « **Reply #2889 on:** February 11, 2014, 09:21:31 pm »

That Manquillo fall looked horrible..

Read there that Ronaldo has scored 41 penalties now in his last 5 seasons. That's mental, how do they get so many.

JRC_ · « **Reply #2890 on:** February 11, 2014, 09:24:20 pm »

Quote from: Popcorn on February 11, 2014, 09:21:31 pm

That Manquillo fall looked horrible..

Read there that Ronaldo has scored 41 penalties now in his last 5 seasons. That's mental, how do they get so many.

I take it you don't watch many of their games? The amount of shocking penalty decisions that go in their favour is crazy

pinky · « **Reply #2891 on:** February 11, 2014, 09:27:08 pm »

Quote from: JRC_789 on February 11, 2014, 09:24:20 pm

I take it you don't watch many of their games? The amount of shocking penalty decisions that go in their favour is crazy

I take you don't either. I could say the same about the penalty calls they don't get.

golgolgol · « **Reply #2892 on:** February 11, 2014, 09:32:21 pm »

Oh well, Atletico's squad was really stretched this time with injuries and competing in three competitions was always going to be tough. Ancelotti has restored normal order in Madrid.

WorldChampions · « **Reply #2893 on:** February 12, 2014, 12:26:36 am »

Don't watch much Spanish football but just seen these two dives

http://www1.skysports.com/watch/video/9162254/ronaldo-double-as-real-progress

Xxavi · « **Reply #2894 on:** February 12, 2014, 01:54:33 am »

First Ronaldo goal is a shameless dive. He even thought about going down or not, Ronaldo did.

Phil M · « **Reply #2895 on:** February 12, 2014, 02:10:04 am »

Quote from: Xxavi on February 12, 2014, 01:54:33 am

First Ronaldo goal is a shameless dive. He even thought about going down or not, Ronaldo did.

Bitter?

J_Kopite · « **Reply #2896 on:** February 12, 2014, 02:11:57 am »

Quote from: Phil M on February 12, 2014, 02:10:04 am

Bitter?

Are you trying to say that was a good decision?

Xxavi · « **Reply #2897 on:** February 12, 2014, 02:44:24 am »

Quote from: Phil M on February 12, 2014, 02:10:04 am

Bitter?

About what? Barca are higher in the league

and are as good as in Copa del Rey final.

I am just stating the fact. The tranny was running and sure enough, there was a contact, but definitely not enough to bring him down. He could have continued, he had even a pause before going down. Embarrassing stuff from the greasy one.

This is yet another difference between Messi and Ronaldo. Players rugby tackle to bring Messi down because he continues as long as he can, at times carrying several players hanging from his hands and shoulders.

Phil M · « **Reply #2898 on:** February 12, 2014, 02:47:48 am »

Quote from: Xxavi on February 12, 2014, 02:44:24 am

About what? Barca are higher in the league and are as good as in Copa del Rey final.

I am just stating the fact. The tranny was running and sure enough, there was a contact, but definitely not enough to bring him down. He could have continued, he had even a pause before going down. Embarrassing stuff from the greasy one.

Bit childish mate, expect more from you.

JLStretton · « **Reply #2899 on:** February 12, 2014, 02:58:52 am »

Quote from: Phil M on February 12, 2014, 02:47:48 am

Bit childish mate, expect more from you.

tbf he does look like both, not taking anything away from his ability.

Xxavi · « **Reply #2900 on:** February 12, 2014, 03:18:43 am »

Quote from: Phil M on February 12, 2014, 02:47:48 am

Bit childish mate, expect more from you.

Fair enough, but he is extremely annoying and petulant, isn't he? The red card he got the other day vs Athletic Bilbao rejuvenated my dislike toward him. First, he appeals for a non-existent penalty, then scratches Gurpegi's face and after that acts like he has done nothing wrong.

And now, diving for a penalty. Cannot like this guy at all.

Quote from: J_Kopite on February 12, 2014, 02:11:57 am

Are you trying to say that was a good decision?

Quote from: JLStretton on February 12, 2014, 02:58:52 am

tbf he does look like both, not taking anything away from his ability.

Thank you for the support, guys

JRC_ · « **Reply #2901 on:** February 12, 2014, 08:05:13 am »

Quote from: pinky on February 11, 2014, 09:27:08 pm

I take you don't either. I could say the same about the penalty calls they don't get.

Rubbish, the amount of soft penaltities they get is laughable

SamAteTheRedAcid · « **Reply #2902 on:** February 12, 2014, 08:35:57 am »

It was the pause that did it for me. He feels the breeze on his leg, decides that he is not at a great angle anymore and goes down like he's an extra in Platoon. Still obviously ridiculously talented, but so unlikeable IMO. There's no need for it.

pinky · « **Reply #2903 on:** February 12, 2014, 10:10:33 am »

A view from The Guardian, slightly different from the one Atletico lovers have in here,

[...]
Well there goes the miracle. Ronaldo scoots into the box in an inside-left position and is tripped by a clumsy and inept challenge from behind by Manquillo. A clear penalty, even if the home crowd don’t entirely concur with such a perception.
[...]

[...]
And it’s another clear penalty. Bale plays the ball down the line to Isco, who returns it with a fine backheel. Bale pushes the ball into the area and is brought down by a stunningly ill-conceived sliding tackle from Insua. It was right on the line of the area but I’m pretty sure it was inside.
[...]

pinky · « **Reply #2904 on:** February 12, 2014, 10:17:21 am »

Quote from: J_Kopite on February 12, 2014, 02:11:57 am

Are you trying to say that was a good decision?

From Manquillo, you mean?

JRC_ · « **Reply #2905 on:** February 12, 2014, 10:23:55 am »

It was clumsy for sure, but he took an age to go down and initailly kept his balance following the contact. I think it was harsh

golgolgol · « **Reply #2906 on:** February 12, 2014, 10:58:52 am »

Its one of those things. There's no doubt Ronaldo could have stayed on his feet. It was obviously a dive but was it a penalty? Manquilo has a slight nudge on his back but nowhere near enough to send him over like that, Ronaldo takes one more step before going down. Its a harsh decision but i've seen them being given before both in Premier League and La Liga. Harsh but if you touch a player from behind in your own box 9 out of 10 times you're giving a penalty away. Ronaldo was looking for it and Manquilo's inexperience got the better of him.

pipebender · « **Reply #2907 on:** February 12, 2014, 02:07:28 pm »

Quote from: Xxavi on February 12, 2014, 02:44:24 am

About what? Barca are higher in the league and are as good as in Copa del Rey final.

I am just stating the fact. The tranny was running and sure enough, there was a contact, but definitely not enough to bring him down. He could have continued, he had even a pause before going down. Embarrassing stuff from the greasy one.

This is yet another difference between Messi and Ronaldo. Players rugby tackle to bring Messi down because he continues as long as he can, at times carrying several players hanging from his hands and shoulders.

Did Real Sociedad renounce to play the 2nd leg against the almighty Barça?

plura · « **Reply #2908 on:** February 12, 2014, 02:21:52 pm »

Quote from: golgolgol on February 12, 2014, 10:58:52 am

Its one of those things. There's no doubt Ronaldo could have stayed on his feet. It was obviously a dive but was it a penalty? Manquilo has a slight nudge on his back but nowhere near enough to send him over like that, Ronaldo takes one more step before going down. Its a harsh decision but i've seen them being given before both in Premier League and La Liga. Harsh but if you touch a player from behind in your own box 9 out of 10 times you're giving a penalty away. Ronaldo was looking for it and Manquilo's inexperience got the better of him.

Harsh decision but yeah could easily be a penalty and unless you are a die hard Barcelona fan you would accept it for what it is.

Phil M · « **Reply #2909 on:** February 12, 2014, 02:24:41 pm »

Quote from: Xxavi on February 12, 2014, 03:18:43 am

Fair enough, but he is extremely annoying and petulant, isn't he?

Doesn't bother me mate, he's one of the greatest players ever to have played the game, I appreciate his talents. Messi is no saint either.
But I can understand your bias being a Barca fan.

Xxavi · « **Reply #2910 on:** February 13, 2014, 12:32:39 am »

Quote from: pipebender on February 12, 2014, 02:07:28 pm

Did Real Sociedad renounce to play the 2nd leg against the almighty Barça?

No, but they had almost no hope. And you got the proof now I guess?

Real Sociedad really are a weird team.

please, I have my reasons for it but... · « **Reply #2911 on:** February 13, 2014, 10:07:39 pm »

Neymar investigation held up as Fifa deny access to documents‏

Football's world governing body has refused to reveal the documents requested by judge Pablo Ruz on the grounds of confidentiality

The investigation into the transfer of Neymar to Barcelona has been held up after Fifa denied access to documents needed for the case to continue.

Spanish judge Pablo Ruz has requested a number of documents and paperwork surrounding the transfer of the 22-year-old from Santos to Barca, which included documentation from Fifa as well as Neymar's contract with N&N (the player's father's company), Santos' contract and paperwork and independent information from finance company Deloitte.

However, the investigation has been delayed following Fifa's decision to withhold the information as they say it is confidential and should be retrieved through the Swiss authority.

Ruz will send the Swiss Courts a letter of request asking for judicial assistance to allow access to the documents, which is expected to be a formality.

Neymar is currently making his return from an ankle injury he suffered against Getafe in the Copa del Rey in January.

http://www.goal.com/en/news/12/spain/2014/02/13/4618122/neymar-investigation-held-up-as-fifa-deny-access-to?ICID=HP_HN_1

Seems that there is a lot of people who will potentially be exposed out of this transfer.

Mad Max · « **Reply #2912 on:** February 14, 2014, 07:37:07 pm »

Quote from: pipebender on February 12, 2014, 02:07:28 pm

Did Real Sociedad renounce to play the 2nd leg against the almighty Barça?

No they drew 1-1.

golgolgol · « **Reply #2913 on:** February 15, 2014, 03:09:42 pm »

5 minutes in and Atletico are ahead by 2 goals already for Raul Garcia and Diego Costa. What a start.

MULLENEDWINE · « **Reply #2914 on:** February 15, 2014, 03:48:30 pm »

Quote from: golgolgol on February 15, 2014, 03:09:42 pm

5 minutes in and Atletico are ahead by 2 goals already for Raul Garcia and Diego Costa. What a start.

Watching some yank stream with a geordie bloke. It's terrible commentary. Missed the first 2 and they haven't shown the goals again in that entire fucking half. Piss take

Athleti looking good though. Like that Costa alot.

golgolgol · « **Reply #2915 on:** February 15, 2014, 03:52:01 pm »

Quote from: MULLEN on February 15, 2014, 03:48:30 pm

Watching some yank stream with a geordie bloke. It's terrible commentary. Missed the first 2 and they haven't shown the goals again in that entire fucking half. Piss take

Athleti looking good though. Like that Costa alot.

Lol im watching the same stream on bein sports. They're terrible, one of the worst pairings of commentary muppets.

MULLENEDWINE · « **Reply #2916 on:** February 15, 2014, 04:08:17 pm »

Quote from: golgolgol on February 15, 2014, 03:52:01 pm

Lol im watching the same stream on bein sports. They're terrible, one of the worst pairings of commentary muppets.

Too right. "Ohh and he's at the 18". Never heard that one before, cringe...

Mad Max · « **Reply #2917 on:** February 15, 2014, 07:03:56 pm »

Barcelona 1 Rayo Vallecano 0

Hoenheim · « **Reply #2918 on:** February 15, 2014, 07:03:59 pm »

Adriano can definitely curl a ball in the corner

Mad Max · « **Reply #2919 on:** February 15, 2014, 07:07:15 pm »

Quote from: Hoenheim on February 15, 2014, 07:03:59 pm

Adriano can definitely curl a ball in the corner

Yes, it was a great goal.