Administrator Stan Posted June 29, 2021 Administrator Share Posted June 29, 2021 VS Kick-off 20.00 (BST) Venue - Allianz Arena, Munich Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderator Tommy Posted June 29, 2021 Moderator Share Posted June 29, 2021 Most prestigious game of this Quarter Final. Could have easily been a Semi or even a Final. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eco Posted June 29, 2021 Share Posted June 29, 2021 Really like both teams, and I think Belgium would have won this match, but now that Hazard and KDB are injured, I'm not sure. I'd be happy for either of them to win this game, and go on and win the tournament. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucas Posted June 30, 2021 Share Posted June 30, 2021 Maybe it's me, but I don't see how Belgium win without De Bruyne and Eden Hazard. The minute KDB came on in the Denmark game, he completely changed a game they were being absolutely bossed in, and Belgium missed him when he went off the other night v Portugal. Equally, Hazard was just starting to find a bit of form too I thought before his injury and I just don't think Carrasco and Mertens are able enough replacements. Admittedly, it's hard to judge Italy when they have yet to play a 'Top Tier' team but as of right now, I still think they are the boys to beat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danny Posted June 30, 2021 Share Posted June 30, 2021 Italy weren't that great against Austria, but they will have Chiellini back which will be a big boost to their defence. Italy will be there to be hit on the counter and Belgium will happily sit back with 5 defenders and a 2 man midfield, Lukaku against that back 4 when they're on the backfoot will be a difficult one for Italy to defend against. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrator Stan Posted June 30, 2021 Author Administrator Share Posted June 30, 2021 Is Eden Hazard definitely confirmed out? KDB out for the tournament or just potentially this game? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cicero Posted June 30, 2021 Share Posted June 30, 2021 11 minutes ago, Stan said: Is Eden Hazard definitely confirmed out? KDB out for the tournament or just potentially this game? Hazard done his hammy. He has to be out for the remainder. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reluctant Striker Posted June 30, 2021 Share Posted June 30, 2021 This match is perhaps one of the more expected Q-Final line ups. Could well mean low scoring & maybe even penalties. Italy did seem in very good form, in perhaps a favourable group & with home advantage. But then they left Rome & came up against a stubborn Austria side. Belgium had a similar story, but then eliminated Cristiano/Portugal rather than struggle past Austria. Belgium do seem to be keeping as quiet as they can on De Bruyne & the better known Hazard. Apparently neither will be '100% fit' for Italy. Lukaku does play in Italy these days. Feels like an almost too obvious outcome that he eliminates Italy. Difficult one to predict, but hopefully will be an entertaining close match. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redcanuck Posted July 1, 2021 Share Posted July 1, 2021 Looking like neither Hazard or De Bruyne will play or at least start. Without these two I would expect Italy to win. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ASF Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 I think Italy will go out here. Belgium comes from a game where they were pressured by a top team, to get through. And that always gives you a boost mentally for what comes next. Hope I'm wrong, but 2-1 Belgium. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrator Stan Posted July 2, 2021 Author Administrator Share Posted July 2, 2021 3 hours ago, ASF said: I think Italy will go out here. Belgium comes from a game where they were pressured by a top team, to get through. And that always gives you a boost mentally for what comes next. Hope I'm wrong, but 2-1 Belgium. Are you not keen on Belgium? I think without KDB/Hazard I'm favouring Italy to win more. Had those two been playing its a different story as both were typically influential up to now, especially the latter finding form. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devil Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 Belgium are the walking wounded aren't they. Without KDB and Hazard I give them little chance myself, added to that Witzel is only just back from injury. You're left with Torgan Hazard, Mertens, Tiellemans and Carrasco to be the creative forces if they are missing. All good players but the two potentially missing are game changing players that every team would miss. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ASF Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 6 hours ago, Stan said: Are you not keen on Belgium? I think without KDB/Hazard I'm favouring Italy to win more. Had those two been playing its a different story as both were typically influential up to now, especially the latter finding form. Not at all. A team that has been overrated since 2012 until now and, somehow, is regarded as the best thing since sliced bread from some sectors of football. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrator Stan Posted July 2, 2021 Author Administrator Share Posted July 2, 2021 1 minute ago, ASF said: Not at all. A team that has been overrated since 2012 until now and, somehow, is regarded as the best thing since sliced bread from some sectors of football. There's a lot more talent in the squad than 2012 I think. At least far more recognisable and respected talent. Players like De Bruyne, Hazard, Lukaku, Witsel, Courtois are just a few players that are better now than they were back then. Add to that the experience of Vertonghen, Alderweireld, Tielemans, Carrasco, Mertens and I think it's fair to say why people are taking more notice of them as a serious contender to achieve something. I wouldn't go as far as they are the best ever team or anything like that, but when it comes to this tournament, they were definitely one of the strongest. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Profesor Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 If Italy wins this one, could we say that... It's coming Rome? Sorry, I know that was terrible but I couldn't resist. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrator Stan Posted July 2, 2021 Author Administrator Share Posted July 2, 2021 De Bruyne starts wow Now I have no idea how to call this game Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScoRoss Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 Chiesa brought in, ahead of Berardi. His pace, for counter attacks, will be needed tonight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 56 minutes ago, Stan said: De Bruyne starts wow Now I have no idea how to call this game No Eden Hazard, but De Bruyne starts. This should be interesting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrator Stan Posted July 2, 2021 Author Administrator Share Posted July 2, 2021 Italy's anthem Play it everywhere. Even when Italy aren't playing. If it doesn't get you psyched up for a game there's something wrong with you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Michael Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 6 hours ago, Stan said: There's a lot more talent in the squad than 2012 I think. At least far more recognisable and respected talent. Players like De Bruyne, Hazard, Lukaku, Witsel, Courtois are just a few players that are better now than they were back then. Add to that the experience of Vertonghen, Alderweireld, Tielemans, Carrasco, Mertens and I think it's fair to say why people are taking more notice of them as a serious contender to achieve something. I wouldn't go as far as they are the best ever team or anything like that, but when it comes to this tournament, they were definitely one of the strongest. Which Hazard is that? Both are excellent these days when they are on form. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrator Stan Posted July 2, 2021 Author Administrator Share Posted July 2, 2021 Just now, Michael said: Which Hazard is that? Both are excellent these days when they are on form. Eden. He must have been only about 20 in 2012? So he's better now than he was back then, and definitely more experienced... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eco Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 I really enjoy both of these teams, so as long as it's a good, quality match I'm good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eco Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 Wow - that was a weird low ball that somehow got through. Italy 1-0 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eco Posted July 2, 2021 Share Posted July 2, 2021 Disregard. That was offside. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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