[Traum]

There has to be some football fans here on RS, right?

I'm trying to find some sort of live (streaming) feed that would allow me to watch some of the games. But so far, it seems like you need a US IP address (for ESPN) or a TSN subscriber to watch from those official sources.

If anyone is up for it, we could certainly discuss some games here in this thread as well.

For the record, I'll be cheering for England. But I'd be surprised if they can make it out of the preliminary round.

[6o4__boi]

I'm in for Spain...though I don't think they'll win it all this season, it's at least nice to see em bring in some fresh blood. Some high expectations for Morata and Vazquez. But the midfield remains pretty experienced and competent. Hopefully they'll at least be better than their previous World Cup appearance.

I was watching the game through Shaw's Free Range TV at work lol
managed to catch just enough to see Payet's winning strike

if you're with Shaw, you should be able to watch using ur shaw account and pass on TSN's website

I'm so glad the Euro's are on TV despite the early starts and all the Spanish games being on weekdays. Unlike that other fucking tournament that's on PPV.

[lowda9]

I think France will win. Strong midfield with Pogba and Matuidi, griezmann striking and payet in really good form. Also, interested in seeing how well Belgium will do with kevin du bruyne, nainngollan, and hazard.

[illestchk]

I think France will win. Strong midfield with Pogba and Matuidi, griezmann striking and payet in really good form. Also, interested in seeing how well Belgium will do with kevin du bruyne, nainngollan, and hazard.

As much as I like France,
Pogba, Matuidi, Griezmann were all underperforming today's game.
But that Payet doe.

In for Germany. And I'm almost 99% they will win it.

If you want to try streaming, I would recommend firstrowsports. But they have a lot of popups and clickbaits (possible malware too, but I don't care).

[CorneringArtist]

Looking forward to the Albania-Switzerland game as it's a lot of ethnic Albanians who switched over once the country got into UEFA...and the Xhaka brothers on either side.

I'd like to see Croatia go far enough into it. Plenty of experience in that side, so who knows if they may be able to topple some of the better teams.

[Traum]

Looked into a number of highlight replays and stuff, and so far, I like this website the best:

Euro 2016 Archives ? Full Matches and Shows (http://www.fullmatchesandshows.com/category/euro-2016/)

And dammit... the 3 Lions almost nailed Putin's boys...

[6o4__boi]

Spain just eked out that win over the Czech (and Cech) today lol

interesting to see how the ITAvBEL game will go today...so tempted to use a bit of data to catch some bits of it

[illestchk]

Must say Italy looks like the team to beat so far. SOLID DEFENDING. SOLID.

[6o4__boi]

rofl Russia already facing disqualification if their fans pull more shit

:facepalm:

[CorneringArtist]

Austria clean sheeted by a 40 year old goalkeeper known for sweatpants.

http://i2.mirror.co.uk/incoming/article8191395.ece/ALTERNATES/s615/gabor-kiraly-main.jpg

[6o4__boi]

lol that's worse than getting owned by a basketball team wearing those god awful tshirt jerseys

#makesweatpantsgreatagain

[Traum]

In for Germany. And I'm almost 99% they will win it.

After their game against Ukraine, do you still think Germany has what it takes to win the tournament?

Admittedly, I only watched the highlights, but based on what I saw, I was not at all impressed by Germany's performance. There were certainly flashes of brilliance from their players, on par with what I would expect from the German team. At the same time, there was also no shortage of errors and bloopers as well. In the recent few years (World Cup 2010 & 2014, Euro 2012), I don't ever recall seeing a game where the German players have allowed as many slip ups as they did in this opener.

[lowda9]

Dam I cant beleive ronaldo missed that volley.

[6o4__boi]

give Germany some time...they've looked a bit in disarray but when they find their feet, they're the team to beat in this tourney

lol how bout Iceland...giving Portugal all that they can handle

[TjAlmeida]

Jesus, one bad defensive break down and way to many missed opportunities for Portugal.

[6o4__boi]

lol Portugal
they'll always underachieve or choke out of an international tourney

[radioman]

Fucking Portugal....

Hurts not having Coentrao there.....

[Obsideon]

Damn the violence out there is starting to make the Vancouver riot look like child's play.
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/content/dam/football/2016/06/15/gas-ap-large_trans++O2wBkCq2Mm4bNdLs0EhrYzRZ0UrMOuSn1oQkf oARX90.jpghttp://www.telegraph.co.uk/content/dam/football/2016/06/15/lille-simmonds-3-large_trans++MaOBPhJofgJLYkKnAhgmpi8wDY9xeALEVDQ2h oHRvg8.jpg
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/content/dam/football/2016/06/15/lille-large_trans++c3IxSbjMmXltPISQXxZkAKeVEel3CaSZyUqA1 a13se8.jpghttp://www.telegraph.co.uk/content/dam/football/2016/06/15/gas-getty-large_trans++qVzuuqpFlyLIwiB6NTmJwVZblbnSRRiRmuFyp m-MawA.jpg
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/content/dam/football/2016/06/15/lille-ap-2-large_trans++hasgUMiR-rxiRxu9qBoVLQpcDfsC-seRM-lm2nZ7XJA.jpghttps://i.ytimg.com/vi/3pSExh619Iw/hqdefault.jpg

Trouble flared again at Euro 2016 after a Russian fan was chased through the city centre to shouts of "Fuck off Russia, we're England and Wales".

Lille authorities, who drafted in extra police and emergency services to swell their numbers to 4,000, eventually swarmed the group in a kettle. Three supporters emerged from side-streets with bloodied faces after apparent clash with Russia fans, whose team had played in the city earlier.

A small group of young England fans in their late teens said that Russian fans had started the trouble by charging at a larger knot of around 200 England fans drinking outside the Le Prize pub, 100 yards from the main square.

Thousands of England fans had spent the day drinking outside bars near Lille's domestic train station. But as the afternoon wore on, the songs and chants became more hostile, many cheering Slovakia's 2-1 win which leaves Russia facing a struggle to qualify.

A massive security operation was launched as an estimated 40,000 English and Welsh arrived in Lille along with 15,000 Russians.

The nation - which has already been warned it faces being thrown out of the tournament for rioting and fights - is facing more trouble after a flare was ignited during the second match against Slovakia.


Crazy ass Russians, outnumbered 3 to 1 and still going balls deep.

[6o4__boi]

Damn the violence out there is starting to make the Vancouver riot look like child's play.

Crazy ass Russians, outnumbered 3 to 1 and still going balls deep.

That is the Russian way, there is no other way.

Still, some of the fans (not just Russians but other national team fans) I've seen/read about are just straight up animals.

[Traum]

Is this new news after the Russian team was threatened to get kicked out?

Maybe England will actually have a chance to make it into the elimination round...

[illestchk]

After their game against Ukraine, do you still think Germany has what it takes to win the tournament?

Admittedly, I only watched the highlights, but based on what I saw, I was not at all impressed by Germany's performance. There were certainly flashes of brilliance from their players, on par with what I would expect from the German team. At the same time, there was also no shortage of errors and bloopers as well. In the recent few years (World Cup 2010 & 2014, Euro 2012), I don't ever recall seeing a game where the German players have allowed as many slip ups as they did in this opener.

I agree with what you're saying, but my guess would be that they were nervous on their first game of EURO, and also trying to test the water of their opponent. They did control the game fairly well during second half like they should. Hopefully we'll see the Germany we know in their next game against Poland as it's a must win game imo.

And what's with Joachim Low going low on his low... that man got some issues.... :considered::fulloffuck::megusta::sweetjesus:

[6o4__boi]

German's are looking pretty tentative and disorganized against Poland so far

It's like they don't want a pat on the back from Joachim Low or something :troll:

[illestchk]

"Great work team! You guys all deserve a massage! Oh our RMT is off today? Don't worry, I used to be a massage therapist..."

-Low

[6o4__boi]

nice showing by Spain
i'm pleasantly surprised...its good to see em have that extra spring in their steps after being so flat in Brazil

infusion of Nolito and Morata in the front line seem to be making a step forward after a pretty slow start

[Traum]

Any guesses as to why Russia collapsed so badly in Group B? The lost to Slovakia was at least dignified, but the game with Wales was just painful to watch (even though I am not a fan of theirs). It was almost like they just decided to roll over and die.

On a different note, I am surprised England played as well as they did in the qualifying round. They still suck, but they definitely suck a lot less than I was expecting them to.

[6o4__boi]

Russia always sucked lol
They were easily the weakest in the group coming in...their new coach got outcoached in all the group games and the player selection was questionable.

[illestchk]

Any guesses as to why Russia collapsed so badly in Group B? The lost to Slovakia was at least dignified, but the game with Wales was just painful to watch (even though I am not a fan of theirs). It was almost like they just decided to roll over and die.

On a different note, I am surprised England played as well as they did in the qualifying round. They still suck, but they definitely suck a lot less than I was expecting them to.

Russia didn't Putin enough work....:badpokerface:

[6o4__boi]

damn...what a game
props to Croatia for sticking with it


no fuckin idea why Ramos of all fucking people was chosen for the penalty kick
sounds like it'll be ITA vs ESP for the round of 16
it's too soon for this match

[Bender Unit]

f--k Spain
They think they are the greatest.
Hope they got knock out by Italy next week.

[Traum]

First of all, I'm gonna comment on the German vs N.Ireland game.

Yes, the Germans were dominating the game throughout, and yes, they were organized, they had a lot of good plays, they had a lot of chances. Things are looking good -- or at least, they aren't the confused and disorganized bunch that they were in their opening game.

But...! Despite the overwhelming control of the game, and despite their numerous attempts, they have only managed to capitalize a single time. Undoubtedly, the N.Ireland keeper played a phenomenal game. But still, if Germany was on form, the game would easily have been a 6 or 7:0 rout. Muller was clearly both unlucky and off his game. Gotze and Ozil had a LOT of chances that they failed to capitalize on.

Comparatively, N.Ireland is a softer team, and it was OK for Germany to keep trying until they got the job done. But once you're in the elimination round, no opponent is going to give anyone the chance to repeatedly pound them.

damn...what a game
props to Croatia for sticking with it

no fuckin idea why Ramos of all fucking people was chosen for the penalty kick
sounds like it'll be ITA vs ESP for the round of 16
it's too soon for this match
What a nail biter that 2nd half was... Dramatic. Dramatic.

Did any of you think the refereeing was a little sloppy, and kind of biased against the Croatian team?

At any rate, with the vast number of yellow cards Croatia has accumulated in the preliminary rounds, they are going to see some very tough times in the elimination round.

[radioman]

Portugal... certainly you cant disappoint me 3 games in a row...... please dont!

[Traum]

Portugal... certainly you cant disappoint me 3 games in a row...... please dont!
They will. Ronaldo will find a way. :lawl:

I honestly don't know why they aren't scoring. In particular, I don't know why Ronaldo isn't scoring. He last game against Austria was spectacular -- he was everywhere and seemingly doing everything right -- everything right except for putting the ball into the net, that is.

[radioman]

Off the top of my head they have out chanced both teams by a total of 50-8??? SCORE PLEASE

[TOS'd]

http://emojipedia-us.s3.amazonaws.com/cache/d2/51/d251fd5a79692ec9080863400844edfd.png

[6o4__boi]

Portugal... certainly you cant disappoint me 3 games in a row...... please dont!

http://i.giphy.com/YYV0EBzgRQSdi.gif

this guy win's the youtube comments

Surprised he got it in the lake with his performance in the Euro so far...

[6o4__boi]

who'd have thought...

Hungary going tit for tat goals with Portugal and Iceland winning over Austria

what the actual dumpster fire is going on with Austria

[radioman]

Fucking iceland in the final seconds......

A couple shots deflected off their own players but it looks like ronaldo finally woke up and rallied the team.

Portugal vs Croatia Saturday.

[Tim Budong]

Iceland
the reason that my ORANJE is not playing in this tournament

good for them tho.

[TjAlmeida]

Damn, That right side of the table!

http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii107/Ridge_Raiders/Mobile%20Uploads/20160622_140152_zpsbamplspm.jpg (http://s262.photobucket.com/user/Ridge_Raiders/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20160622_140152_zpsbamplspm.jpg.html)

[Traum]

Hmm... I need to go back and place some serious bets on Bale coming out as the Golden Boot winner...

[Verdasco]

italy vs spain

portugal vs croatia

gg

[radioman]

Ya def a one sided bracket. Doesn't matter though, if you win it all you got to beat the best.

[6o4__boi]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AbZ8veVnxeU

:lawl:

Icelandic commentator just lost his shit

[Traum]

Finally have a chance to catch up with some games. But first thing first -- WTF is wrong with the kits in the tournament? England's home kit is arguably the ugliest one I have seen yet. The pale silver blue just doesn't work, and the red socks is a horrible mismatch for the white and blue of the top.

And then there is Portugal's away kit. O.M.F.G. When I just started the game, I had to do a double take at the team names to make sure I was watching the right one! For bloody crying out loud, I thought I was watching Nigeria! If I am not mistaken, I think their home kit's colour is off too, but it wasn't quite as bad as the away kit's colour.

Same goes for Russia's home kit -- I thought I was watching Portugal play. Russia is supposed to be red, with and blue, not burgundy.

Back to the game.

Hungary vs Portugal... Oh my... what an exciting game to watch. I agree with Radioman that C7 is really earning his keep in this game, but at the same time, I wonder if he is hurt after that fall from a leaping header. He was seen massaging and nursing his right thigh near the hip joint after the fall, and since that moment, I can't shake off the impression that he seems to be limping / waddling a bit instead of jogging / running around normally. Plus, a few of his kicks / shots were all off, and his overall behaviour seems a bit different than during the earlier parts of the game. It goes without saying that if Ronaldo is hurt, Portugal is finished.

[6o4__boi]

Finally have a chance to catch up with some games. But first thing first -- WTF is wrong with the kits in the tournament?

Have you seen Spain's white kit?
Lol they deserved to lose to Croatia after rolling those out.

[radioman]

Ya def the worst of the tourny. Looked like they dropped a hotdog with mustard and ketchup on themselves.

[Traum]

Have you seen Spain's white kit?
Lol they deserved to lose to Croatia after rolling those out.

Ya def the worst of the tourny. Looked like they dropped a hotdog with mustard and ketchup on themselves.

LOL~ I didn't watch Spain playing in their away (white) kit, but gosh you're right... I'd have that same expression as the model as well if I were forced to wear it.

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-lgK756ExHc0/VkS1bSxChzI/AAAAAAAAuhQ/bkDW9Jc5PAs/s1600/spain-euro-2016-away-kit-6.jpg

[6o4__boi]

:lawl:

https://twitter.com/TheOddsBible/status/747352957855891456

https://twitter.com/TheOddsBible/status/747385760953704449


Gotta feel for Messi...but he'll be back.
3 losses in a row at international's biggest stages gotta sting tho.


ESP v ITA today...don't think i'm gonna get much work done for the first part of today

[Traum]

So sad... things are looking real shxtty for the 3 Lions... (not that I expect them to get all that far in the first place...)

In before more #Brexit jokes come along... :okay:

[Verdasco]

Only the Brits can leave the EUROS twice in one week... LUL

[bcuzracecarz]

That was the most pathetic effort I've ever witnessed from England in all my years, terrible football, terribly managed, awful decisions. Just appalling

[6o4__boi]

https://twitter.com/GaryLineker/status/747532693001371650


Roy Hodgson resigned
that was fast

[radioman]

Portugal making my heart hurt.

Never would have imagined a semi final birth after the shit show of a round robin.

[Verdasco]

didnt bet but used these odds a couple days ago on playnow as reference, here are my predictions



belgium win, over 2 -127

germany vs italy over 2 +111

portugal vs poland over 2 +108 , portugal win


so far i am 1/1 with portugal winning and +2 on a split.


I need to make a betting account on pinnacle / playnow :okay:

[pastarocket]

Ronaldo missed the ball on two glorious scoring opportunities against Poland. CR7 made up for it during the penalty kicks with a good kick.

The Poles defended well throughout the tournament, allowing 2 goals in 5 games.

That Portugese goalkeeper save on the penalty kick! :thumbsup:

[Verdasco]

France 0, Germany 2 odds 23.570 +2257

France 1, Germany 2 odds 43.570 +4257


really fairing the 2-0 germany first half.. call me crazy :drunk:

Over1.5 Goals +301 for protugal/wales game but got an itch it will be a 1-1 game.

fuck

haha im lost

[604STIG]

Portugal eliminates Wales to move on to the finals.
2-0

[Traum]

Portugal eliminates Wales to move on to the finals.
2-0
Bale needs to bail... :tears:

Damn you, CR7!!! Deutschland will take care of you!!!

[radioman]

PORTUGAL IS PEAKING JUST IN TIME!

[6o4__boi]

PORTUGAL IS PEAKING JUST IN TIME!

too bad they already peaked :troll:


assuming Germany beats France (insert WW2 joke here) all Portugal has to do is make it to PKs

Germany was beyond terribad against Italy...they were lucky the Italians were even worse lol

[radioman]

Doesn't matter who makes it to the final Portugal has a tough road to a victory.

Heres hoping if France makes it we can do to them what Greece did to us in 2004!

[Verdasco]

France 0, Germany 2 odds 23.570 +2257

France 1, Germany 2 odds 43.570 +4257


really fairing the 2-0 germany first half.. call me crazy :drunk:

Over1.5 Goals +301 for protugal/wales game but got an itch it will be a 1-1 game.

fuck

haha im lost

predicted the proper score but didnt place my bet on over 1.5 goals, my gut feeling

feelsbadman

:okay:


:drunk:

[boostfever]

Germans gonna win tomorrow and the cup. Portugal didn't really face any serious team and they made it to the final.

[R. Mutt]

Honestly Portugal haven't played all that well for the tournament for me. Nani has really come through which has helped them get further than Penaldo (not a typo) would have managed on his own. I've seen them play better football in tournaments past and not manage it this far...maybe it's their time. With the exception of their game against Hungary and Penaldo stepping up to the plate they haven't really impressed me when compared to the quality of football from the likes of Belgium for example. But this Euro has turned things upside down in general so I wouldn't put it past them to win it.

On the other end I'd like to see France beat Germany. Germany is the more consistent of the two but France can score goals when they find their rhythm. Should make for an enjoyable game whatever the outcome. Hard to say who will come out on top though.

The romantic in me says France will win the tournament, logic says z Germans.

[R. Mutt]

Nice...glad to see France take the win!

[radioman]

Ready for Sunday! Its been a pretty great tournament so far if you ask me.

[pastarocket]

Go Portugal! -hope to see Ronaldo win a championship for his country.
CR7! CR7!

[boostfever]

Germany had super bad luck today. France has a great keeper though.
Germans dominated the first half, but they really have to do something with the players hands when defensing..

[6o4__boi]

https://twitter.com/SoccerByIves/status/751145590021586944

[Sir_Loin]

https://media.giphy.com/media/le2C75d28yWxG/giphy.gif

[pastarocket]

Congrats to Portugal, European champions! The team played with such unity as a single unit. Once Gignac hit the post late in the game, I knew that Lady Luck was not on France's side today.

[radioman]

Tears were shed.

Felt so happy for CR7

[bcrdukes]

Time for some pasteis de nata and bacalhau.

[radioman]

This is just great stuff;

Caught on camera: Portuguese boy hugs crying French soccer fan after Euro 2016 final - National | Globalnews.ca (http://globalnews.ca/news/2817101/caught-on-camera-portuguese-boy-hugs-crying-french-soccer-fan-after-euro-2016-final/)