To be excited about the World Cup starting!

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I know FIFA and Russia and whoever is involved is horrible in some way... But it's the actual World Cup. Mexico v South Korea suddenly becomes hugely important to my life! England have a likeable squad and manager. Ronaldo, Messi, Neymar. Spain sacking their manager yesterday.

It's so exciting isn't it!

I think the Egyptians have discarded the Xmas Tree formation and gone for the Pyramid... they look dead and buried to me!

Eygpt have been disappointing. Considering all the injuries the Russia team have suffered I'm impressed with how they have performed so far (albeit against poor opposition).

I was hoping one of them would be sent off - then I could make a joke about 'Walk like an Egyptian'

Looks like Russia and Uruguay will be the ones going through for Group A then!

Usually good that the hosts get through - in terms of atmosphere and support.
If they go out early, I think it dampens the atmosphere.

Quite pleased that Russia's image is improving, but I hope it causes positive change for Russia too.

They were saying on five live radio yesterday that the Russians like the British team, lots of support for them over there. even the presenter said that was good to hear ( makes a change!)

There could be a very lopsided second round draw here. All really depends if Germany don't top their group. I might be right in saying they could play Brazil in round 2....

Hearing rumours that Neymar may not be fit to play. That will be a blow for Brazil.

I think England is often popular in countries like Russia that don't have great leagues themselves because they watch a lot of Premiership football throughout the season. I know all of my Dutch family and friends support one premiership team or another. I guess it's the same in Russia. I know that most Premireship teams aren't made up of English players but it gives a bit of footballing affinity which is great!

Neymar was awful in the first game

My teen DS just sent me this

"Stand up Neymar, we're still singing the national anthem, you dick!"

Gareth Southgate's dislocated his shoulder!

Wonder where he left it?

Thought Spain would have a goal by now!

Was Southgate running with Ramos?

Haha🤣

Thought Iran were level then!

How was that penalty given?

His arm was away from body. I can see why they was given. Good game this!

Seemed a bit harsh but yes makes it an interesting game at 1-1. Think Australia could nick this one.

Martin O’Neill got a bit aggro there “I’m right”...

Roy Keane didn't like the Peru team, did he?

I only saw the last 15 minutes and they looked devastated after the final whistle. Their fans are amazing!

That goal keep error is up there with Karius's. Not going well for Argentina so far in this tournament.

GOAL! (no.2) Go Croatia!

And what a beautiful goal it was!!