also i'm really glad iceland scored, first they still did play despite the score, and it's good so the french team doesn't get overconfident for nothing

OtherWorld

France17333 Posts

July 03 2016 20:59 GMT

#2890

I don't know about that semi. I really want Germany to become the nemesis of host countries by 7-1'ing France, but I think it'll probably end up in a 1-0 or 2-1 for either team after a decently boring game.

Undead1993

Germany17651 Posts

July 03 2016 21:03 GMT

#2891

i want wales in the finals tbh and i think it's a fair possibility. would be fun

Poopi

France13022 Posts

July 03 2016 21:03 GMT

#2892

Told you England were that bad!

moon1ight

Iceland153 Posts

July 03 2016 21:19 GMT

#2893

* courtesies * its been fun boys. bless bless

nayumi

Australia6499 Posts

July 03 2016 22:10 GMT

#2894

Why was France trying so hard when they would eventually get stomped by Bales+10 anyways?

FueledUpAndReadyToGo

Netherlands30548 Posts

July 03 2016 22:51 GMT

#2895

Wow France finally found their stride. Hyped for Germany-France now. They broke the strong Iceland team in pieces.

That 4-0 though. Turns out the way to beat Iceland defense is just two passes straight through the middle :D From defender to Griezmann goal in 7 seconds

Rebs

Pakistan10726 Posts

July 03 2016 23:24 GMT

#2896

On July 04 2016 07:51 FueledUpAndReadyToGo wrote:
Wow France finally found their stride. Hyped for Germany-France now. They broke the strong Iceland team in pieces.

That 4-0 though. Turns out the way to beat Iceland defense is just two passes straight through the middle :D From defender to Griezmann goal in 7 seconds

That flick from Giroud was probably the best assist of the tournament. He saw Griezmann making the run out of the corner of his eye and he had already decided what he was going to do. And credit to Griezmann for making the run.

The movement and passing from France today was what elite club football level. Really enjoyed it. They took it easy second half which was to be expected,

don_kyuhote

3007 Posts

July 03 2016 23:54 GMT

#2897

And France reaches Semi-final of a major tournament for the 1st time since WC 2006 10 years ago.
Congrats to them, but congrats to Iceland as well.

Maenander

Germany4927 Posts

July 04 2016 03:45 GMT

#2898

I would say France are slight favourites for the upcoming game given they are the host nation and have Griezmann.

Gomez was even more pivotal for the German team than Giroud is for France, so his loss really hurts Germany. Griezmann is on fire, so France have a definite advantage in attack.

Despite Pogba I am not that impressed with France's midfield. Facing a decent midfield against Switzerland they weren't really dominating, but they still have enough power to create chances for their excellent offensive players against Germany.

In spite of full back problems before the tournament, Germany's defense looks better than France's, conceding only one goal in a penalty. With Hummels out and maybe without Schweinsteiger and Khedira protecting the defenders, Germany might be more vulnerable, but I still give them the edge over France.

Stratos_speAr

United States6959 Posts

July 04 2016 04:18 GMT

#2899

France has a more powerful attack, but their defense and midfield are weaker than Germany's.

With Germany missing 4 crucial players, it may hurt them dearly, as they have no true striker and have lost one of the best CB in the world.

However, France seems like the perfect team for Germany's strong attacking midfield core to come to life against (Özil, Müller, Draxler).

Also, France has yet to face a truly strong opponent, while Germany has taken out a fellow tournament favorite. The game will be very close, truly a toss up.

sneirac

Germany3464 Posts

July 04 2016 15:15 GMT

#2900

Referees have been named:

6 July 2016 21:00
Portugal - Wales
Referee: Jonas Eriksson (Sweden)

7 July 2016 21:00
Germany - France
Referee: Nicola Rizzoli (Italy)