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Yea I understand the frustration, but look at it this way, he did get us into the Finals of the Euros last year, which we haven't been in the finals for decades and we lost on penalties, so not really his fault or the players as it is a game of chance when it comes to penalties. Also the refereeing was questionable again when Saka was pulled to the ground and no red card given to Italy. Italy were a big team too and they couldn't beat us during normal time or extra time.
We reached the Semi Finals in the World Cup 2018, again something that hasn't happened in decades. We also won our first penalty shootout in a very long time. That was a real shock to us all.
This time, we had a bias ref and Kane missed, but true, Southgate should have put Rashford on from the beginning. That was a mistake, but because of how far we have gotten in 3 big tournaments, that is why I think he deserves another go, but only one last go. :-)
Hopefully he will learn from the mistakes of Saturday's match and if we fail again, then replace him.
Yes, it hurt so much every time we didn't get far back then. Not even to the knockout stages which was embarrassing. I loved my football so much during my teens, 20s and early 30s, that I used to go watch my team play at the pub every weekend during the Premiership, Champions League etc... (I didn't have Sky at the time), but like I mentioned, my love for football left when we went home early from South Africa. I just couldn't cheer anyone on anymore. What was the point. They just wanted fame and fortune back then.
Southgate should have started with Rashford etc... but I would give him one last chance just because they are all used to each other and they have respect for one another too. If we fail again, then have someone else take the mantle, but whoever replaces him should have the same ethos and encourage the team to work together and not allow anyone to grow a big head and think they are number one. He has managed to ground them all, which is very commendable. We have such a great and strong team, that I'm excited for the future.
Also, we did play well against France, but we had the ref and VAR to challenge with too. Yes Kane, should have scored that penalty, but it was tough watching really blatant fouls we should have gotten free kicks and a penalty for.
I'm in my early 40s so had my fair share of disappointment when it comes to England, so much so that I gave up watching or caring about the Premiership after the World Cup in South Africa. Got sick and tired of the players not wanting to play for their country all because they didn't get along. Hated John Terry the most. We were ok in the 90s but we are better now since Southgate took over. 2018 was when I started to pay more attention again and felt proud of our team. FINALLY!!! I will never forget that penalty shootout we won too. Bloody hell I was in bits and still cried when we won the shootout. It was a weird feeling because we haven't experienced that before (well in my lifetime or as far as I can remember). It's so nice now to feel proud of the team and I do thank Gareth for that.
Just as long as the manager has the same values and keeps the team solid and united then we can't go wrong. I like that there are no divas in the team. They all play as one and support each other.
I do think Southgate is a good Manager though, because we have not come this far in a long time and he has been great in uniting the team, which was always lacking in the teams of the 00s and 10s. The older English squad hated each other if they were not on the same Premiership team which Gerard, Lampard and Ferdinand finally admitted to last year when asked why England never did well back then. I think we should have one more term with Southgate and then see what happens. At least I don't feel upset like I used to when we lose now because England play the best they can right to the end.
and Rashford too. Southgate put them on too late. :(
I hope you are wrong. :) Keeping my fingers crossed for England to be in the final, but yes a difficult road ahead, especially with France. However, England are the only team left that haven’t lost a match this World Cup, so you never know. 😀
Great predictions there @Crocodile.:) What about Semi Finals and Final?
It's my birthday today too and I love that it is on the same day as John. Grew up watching Santa Claus: the Movie :-) lol, Cliffhanger and Harry and the Hendersons. We also share our birthday with Jon Favreau, Rebecca Ferguson, Michael Gambon and Tray Parker.
No worries. At least he was close by but it is a shame that not all made it in time. She had Charles and Anne though. May she rest in peace.
He was on a European tour with Meghan so travelled from Europe.
Never been described as a bot before, :-) lol but that is my opinion and I did note a negative too.
I’m also enjoying House of the Dragon, especially today’s episode.
8/10 so far. I loved it and looking forward to seeing where it goes. Not too keen on the young hobbit or the boy with the sword, but loved Galadriel.
I'm a huge fan of the books and films (not the Hobbit films though), so it is great being transported back to Middle Earth.
Me too. I actually thought BB’s final was 90, but it was 55 minutes. It felt longer and satisfying, so I hope we get the same with BCS.
Just updated my post above with the run time.
Yes, it’s the second film.
1. Predator - 10/10 - I’m a 80s child so this was awesome.
2. Predator 2 - 9/10 - Again oldie but goodie.
3. Prey - 8.5/10 - Really exceeded my expectations. Thoroughly enjoyed it.
4. Predators - 8/10 - Good sequel.
5. Alien Vs Predator - 6/10 - Good laugh.
6. Alien Vs Predator:Requiem - 4/10 - Meh
7. The Predator - 1/10 An insult to the franchise and don’t get me started on those monster dogs.
I really hope not, but you could be right. :-(