Re: Sportsbet.io's FIFA World Cup 22 Prediction Pool Discussion thread
I can't believe my eyes - luck finally smiled at me and I exactly guessed the far from obvious score in the game Netherlands - USA! 
I must say that despite the score, if we evaluate purely statistical indicators, then the United States was at least no worse. The Netherlands achieved the result simply due to the fact that their class is higher. All in all, it's a pity that a great US team is going home, but that's what the playoffs are like.
I must say that despite the score, if we evaluate purely statistical indicators, then the United States was at least no worse. The Netherlands achieved the result simply due to the fact that their class is higher. All in all, it's a pity that a great US team is going home, but that's what the playoffs are like.
Better finishers on their team, for sure. Pulisic is their main hope but we already know since leaving Germany he's anything but a clinical finisher. I don't think they were ever good enough for more than group progressors, but still, a better showing than previous iterations I guess.
A good game overall from the Netherlands, they look much more dangerous with Depay playing. They are strong in defence and really tactical under Van Gaal. I liked them so far - they will be a tough nut to crack for anybody.
I didn't like them at all in group stage, but this match they started the way I enjoy, much, much more like their Nations League form. I suspect they actually have a good chance this Friday if they have the same type of start. Can't bet against a motivated Messi, though.
Despite getting correct results for some unexpected matches, I'm far from the leaderboard.
I used to be you, 3 pool seasons ago in EPL. So not worth it when there are many games, but you might stand to gain with QFs because the huge underdogs will probably be out by then, then it's very close and most people like me will still go for favs.