2018 FIFA World Cup (Official Thread)

[OHSportsFan]

Russia came out with some energy, but now it looks like it'll settle into Croatia hanging out in their half for the next hour.

 

[OHSportsFan]

Out of nowhere! What a strike

 

[scarletmike]

Damn, RUS with the goal.

 

[scarletmike]

Croatia evens it up!!!

 

[OHSportsFan]

And the answer from Croatia

 

[OHSportsFan]

Gotta see what the steroids can do to help in the 2nd half. Croatia looks much better overall.

 

[Buckeye513]

As an Anyone But England bandwagon member this game doesn't give me confidence.

 

[AuTX Buckeye]

If Russia pulls this one out... I fully believe Putin can achieve anything.

 

[AuTX Buckeye]

As an Anyone But England bandwagon member this game doesn't give me confidence.

It’s in the mid 70s with 80% humidity.... thats freaking rough to play in.. its not hot but that humidity will drain you

 

[Buckeye513]

I don't think these ITV commentators appreciate the small tortures of the Charley horse.

 

[OHSportsFan]

Players dropping everywhere.

 

[OHSportsFan]

Nobody on the post?

 

[OHSportsFan]

Mother Russia

 

[Dee-Liem]

Since both teams went to a shootout previously, normally no one would have an advantage.

But:

1) Gimpy Croatian goalie.
2) Home country for one of the teams.

Russian laser pointer time (or worse).

 

[Jake]

Might be the ugliest shoot out I've ever seen, but there is a tad bit of pressure on these kickers.

Croatia wins.