Posted on 07/11/2018 9:43:01 AM PDT by Berlin_Freeper
This is a FIFA World Cup™ semi-final decades in the making. Both sides have waited patiently for their turn, each experiencing heartbreak in prior editions since they last appeared in the final four. Croatia have 'only' had to wait 20 years (semi-finalists at France 1998), while England last reached the semi-final stage 28 years ago at Italy 1990.
Indeed, this first World Cup meeting between the pair will have a historic outcome. Croatia were defeated by hosts France back in 1998, meaning they have never reached a World Cup Final, while the Three Lions have only reached the Final once before, when they lifted their sole World Cup Trophy more than half-a-century ago - on home soil in 1966.
If both coaches are honest, they will admit that before Russia 2018 started, they would not have anticipated reaching this stage. But both sides have certainly earned their place with valiant performances.
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I think you're right. I don't see either team beating France.
A Yugo?
By the way, if you ever visit Croatia, NEVER say the word “Yugoslavia”.
Russians cops?
I’m sad to see it winding down but all good things must come to an end.
Russia has been a superb host with an outstanding warmth, graciousness and hospitality and events played in world-class stadiums.
Sunday’s final will be watched by billions around the world and all of us feel a part of the “beautiful game.”
I can’t wait!
“What will they trash if they win/lose against Croatia?”
I’m guessing there are no Yugo dealerships in the UK anymore - so that’s out of the question. I suspect that they’ll come up with something though.
Well the Euro leagues start in a month, so it won’t be too long.
Gonna to be interesting to see the ramifications of Ronaldo going to Juve.
Be nice if Russia loosens up their Visa criteria to make it easier to visit there.
If I wanted to go to Russia, I’d have to travel to Houston just to apply.
“But they drove with pride.....”
I suppose Tottenham fans could burn their old Modric jerseys.
The players all play for the top European leagues so they have plenty of experience.
It’s a small fraternity there.
You know Fox is praying for an England-France final, ratings will probably crush any previous WC Final here in the US.
They had a visa-free regime just for the World Cup.
Just bring your passport and World Cup pass and come’
I bet sales of waistcoats in England are through the roof.
Awfully nice of them to play “My Country ‘Tis of Thee” even though the US isn’t there.
I believe that gif is from a movie entitled “Drowning Mona”. Funny movie.
GOOOOOL!!!! On a free kick by England! 1-0.
Goal England!!!!
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