I don't think so. It's that Argentinian ref that sent off alot of players in that Racing vs Boca match. I don't really like this nomination.
Day 19: Morocco vs Portugal | England vs France (QF 3&4)
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I don't think so. It's that Argentinian ref that sent off alot of players in that Racing vs Boca match. I don't really like this nomination.
FIFA crazy. That could get messy.
You must be really nervous then given Felix, Bruno and Dias are all one yellow away from missing the semi. Neves too but he's obviously much more replaceable than those guys.
Amrabat is in the same boat for them though which should limit his ability to run around the pitch getting stuck in as often as he does.
That really puts a damper on things.. the players need to be careful but at the same time this is a world cup quarter finals. It's either win or go home so they can't play too cautious. But what a shame it would be if Bruno or Amrabat can't play in the semis. Both team of the tournament material.
Amrabat in particular can absolutely not be replaced by Morocco and I don't think any midfielder in the whole World Cup could replace him even if they could draft someone in.
He's not capable of that.
Agreed. I think the cards should be wiped earlier than they are. We want to see the best players play in the biggest games.
Bruno's been one of the best players at the whole tournament and Amrabat, like you say, is irreplaceable. IMO he's been the best defensive mid at the tournament and it's not really close.
Hopefully it's an uneventful game with few cards.
Leaks saying England to keep the same team as last time. Personally I think it's a mistake, one would think Rashford will keep France honest and cause them all kinds of hassle by running in behind like no one else in this England side will
I would love Morocco to shock the world but I absolutely need to see England-Portugal in the semis. You just know that match is going to be fireworks, emotions running high, kinda like yesterdays game. I also despise France the most out of any contending nation (yes, even more than Argentina), so please make it happen.
I'm not worried about Felix. I'd give 90% chance Ruben Dias get booked (he should have been booked for his challenges on Embolo). Bruno just needs to keep his mouth shut. I can see him booked from arguing with the ref not from a challenge.
Front page of Le Equipe in France is mbappe as James Bond!
This. Is. A. Disgrace.
This. Is. A. Disgrace.
Portugal-Morocco a blow out, France to win somewhat comfortably in a closer-than-the-final-score-says game
Funny. I think it is the exact opposite.
Scenario 1: attacking England.
ENG 1 FRA 3
Scenario 2: England sits back.
ENG 2 FRA 1
France is a counter attacking team. We dont mind leaving the ball to the opponent.
To counter act this, Harry Kane is a french toast in the sun.
Supporting Portugal today. I wonder how they will solve the Moroccan wall, if they will have so many difficulties. Às armas!!!
Yeah Bruno is a walking yellow card for dissent,however only see that happening if Morocco really frustrate them.
Santos won't bench Ronaldo today, he's one bench away from throwing hissy fit. I can feel it
He can’t leave Ramos out after Tuesday, though
I can't see it either. Wouldn't be surprised if Ramos suddenly "felt a niggle" today and has to be rested.
Knowing Southgate I'm half-expecting England v France to be a chore, with the former nicking a goal to send them through in a manner not unlike Croatia yesterday. I still think France will be too strong, though.
Don't think Morocco can win in 90 minutes. He'll get plenty of time.
Ronaldo is on the bench again and Neves coming in for Carvalho is the only change.
I'm starting to like Santos.
I'm starting to like Santos.
I like the lineup but I would keep Carvalho on for Neves
Keeping Ramos in the starting XI is the smart and logical thing to do. Santos is not Southgate.
What the feck has Southgate got to do with anything
Excellent news for Portugal fans.
Ronaldo must be fuming 
Santos is good and Southgate is bad?
Quite odd that Southgate has got further than him in 2 out of 2 competitions then
Easier to cheer for this lot without the virus in the lineup.
He’s the standard by which all other national managers are measured in a British website?
I can’t help but feel Stephen Kenny has gotten off lightly, given it’s an Irish website
Ah yes, the famous got further trophy.
Boo
Any news about the French team? I think Mbappe will start on the right.
That is one sexy line-up page. Great design. Listed by position and not by number too
Can't get over this horrible kit.
Shooting from outside the box could be the difference today.
I don't remember Southgate winning a Euro.
Good point. But for comedy purposes I wanted to see Carvalho try and outrun Amrabat
Let’s go brunooo