I predicted that this would happen. I said it at the end of May.
This World Cup reminds me of USA '94. The best 3rd placed teams also progressed to the knockout stage at USA '94, but more importantly, there were also rule changes ahead of USA '94.
Marco Van Basten was one of my favourite strikers in the late 1980s and early 1990s. He scored great goals for AC Milan and Holland and he won the 1989 and 1990 European Cup titles with Milan.
However, Italian football had the hardest tackling defenders back then and their tackles took a toll on Van Basten. He repeatedly suffered ankle injuries. Then, in the final of the 1993 European Cup/Champions League, Basile Boli made a viscious tackle on Van Basten and that tackle practically ended his career.
FIFA were unhappy that Van Basten would not play in the 1994 World Cup and they therefore banned tackles from behind (just before the World Cup). Any tackle from behind would result in a red card.
Backpasses were also banned (because of Cameroon's habit of constantly passing the ball to their goalkeeper at the 1990 World Cup).
These rules were implemented at the 1994 World Cup and these led to many complaints. A British magazine at the time wrote that the referee was blowing his whistle as if he was a traffic cop. A commentator said that a referee gave someone a yellow card simply for breathing.
Commentators, footballers, coaches and analysts complained about the referee's decisions.
The problem I had when I heard about these new rules at the end of May was that FIFA was going to start implementing the rules at the World Cup!
I've always wondered why FIFA and IFAB always introduce these rules just before a World Cup competition. The World Cup is meant to be the most important football competition and there's a lot at stake. Why don't they first try out these new rules during league games, so that referees, players, coaches, fans, commentators and analysts will get used to them before introducing them at the highest level of the game?
By the way, for those saying that it's only Nigerians that are complaining, either because they are biased or sentimental, note that it's not only Nigerians that are complaining. Many foreigners are also complaining and this is because a new rule has just been implemented at the highest level of the game. There are always complaints from all over the world when this happens.
Sir what happened to the Nigeria Supporters Club?They used to be at every tournament Nigerian teams participated in until a few years ago
mikkiviv: can men also live without depending on a woman's body? the problem is from men, if they can control themselves,then women will stop using their body to get money from them, if olosho stand for road for one week, no customer she go go house go rest naa.
planetx: You are dumb with all that kumbaya bullcrap. The problem with you and many other Africans especially the ones that liked your comment is that you don't know what racism really is. Racism is just a competitive relationship between two groups for the control of resources and power and wealth, that is why it is called racism as in racing which is a competition. So you either belong to the winning side which is whites, Asians, Arabs etc or the loosing side blacks, Africans and they are on the loosing side because of dumb we are the world comments like yours.
I rightfully reported a monicker a few hours ago but the monickers thread is still up.This is why this forum is dying.The moderators are too lazy to carry out their duties.For example,Theresa May resigned a few hours ago and this headline news still isn't on the homepage.Disgraceful conduct all round on this website
TheKongoEmpire: All long as white women exist, it won't happen. You'd probably be better of getting a Northern girl or one form a rural area. Western civilization is a cancer.
Ozkar: it's psychology. Extroversion vs Introvertion. Messi hates the limelight, Ronaldo revels in it. The world favours the extrovert.
Ronaldo makes the easiest things looks spectacular, while Messi makes the toughest things look normal.
Ronaldo would score a penalty and or an inconsequential tap-in and jubilate like he had done what no one else has done before. Messi would drag players along, dribble them out of the way and score a beautiful solo goal but celebrate like it's a normal thing.
There would always be those who prefer the one who isn't nearly as good but SEEMS more confident.
alexola20: I am married. I cry everyday ever since.I mean I shed hot tears almost everyday and my heart bleeds. Don't ask why can't I get out of the miserable relationship.It is easy come in,very difficult to get out. Marriage is only for women. Men,borrow sense don't be conned into a marriage. Your life will never remain the same most especially when you marry a disrespectful woman.
luminouz: My bro,i have never given any gf any monthly allowance since I was born and unless she is my wife,no girl will collect that shiit from me...its a relationship,not a job opportunity.. The sooner men realise u overinflate women's egos when u do these 'allowance' thingies,the better...Don't u see Women are either wired for love or for materialistic gains....u deceive ursef when u think women equate the two...she either truly loves u or she is in it for the money..... What dafuq is that rubbish statement...'taking care of me as my bf' when she couldn't visit u in Ibadan after Ur accident... What if you died She wouldn't ever give a damn.....Like a poster said above,learn to control ur woman.....be in charge, women are like lionesses...they respect strength,will and power....the moment u show weakness(being too nice,stop taking charge, being predictable,less mysterious,dull) they take over and take you for granted. If only men understood women like I do,the world would be way easier for us to live in.... No matter how pretty she is, a Lich Queen (leech mama) can never get my attention... U need to have something to offer as a woman(intellectually, hardworking, insightful, diligent and so on) before I even look at you... We are supposed to be MEN not he-goats controlled by sex and pheromones....
Until Men start acting like they are men,women will continue to use reverse psychology, click-bait technique and emotional blackmail to make men sissies....I watched a lion documentary of what happened to an old lion who couldn't control his pride...I could literally see the disgust on the faces of d lionesses,they booed him off,shooed him off, chase him round like a little bitch and force him to eat last over a meal...it was the most pathetic thing I have ever seen...they literally killed him themselves (allowing a new male to enter the pride and chase the oldie away,he died the next day from his battle wounds). It taught me a monumental lesson ...no matter what they say,women respect an Alpha,a male in control,it drives them insane and keeps them in check...u lose ur will,u lose their respect...so learn to say No to her demands,keep her guessing,be mysterious,being too nice to women(even the ones who love u truly) translates to weakness.....u were made by evolution to lead,be in control, take charge... Not begging her to 'manage' 25k as if she be Angel Gabriel when she hasn't even given u a kobo since u knew her....or buying her IphoneX cuz she asked for it(of cuz she might have used the line ' a bf must cater for his gf') as if u be her fada. I see some stuffs men do and i wonder whether I'm alone around here with some senses left...u already made her feel like the MAN in the relationship,so she took charge!!
Conclusion:
So,never ever ever ever kowtow or sissify ursef cuz of a woman...be an Alpha.. Be in charge..and watch while they beat themselves up to gain ur attention(money or no money)
truthsayer009: Class where? Please speak of another lady maybe Genevieve Nnaji, Rita Dominic. we can consider her them asper no bad characters seen for recent years.
Who else can Linda meet that she hasn't met already? The Billionaire she met, could she keep him? 1. She made it clear he was staying in a 3 bedroom apartment in Ikoyi as if he was doing him a favour. 2. She engaged her herself with a Ring & deceived non-thoughtful people like you who only follow by gender. 3. She deceived all her followers that she was celibate 4. She was busy writing poo about other baby mamas & putting them under the bus as if they deliberately put themselves in the predicament.
She is very proud & would live her happy life all by herself, It's not even a curse.
MariaLavina: Make una all keep quite jare and let's hear word! Nigerian ladies this, Nigerian that! Even person with tattered boxers older than their age dey com here yarn thrash! who forced you to spend? Did ladies put hand inside your pockets? Them put gun for your heads?.
I think it's high time y'all know that a woman's loyalty can not be bought! Take money out of most Nigerians relationship and you will see how useless, clueless and helpless most Nigerian men are. That is why most guys these days assume the self imposed roles of a father as soon as they start dating. Without buying gifts or sending money , you feel useless. You think the money you spend should keep the woman, dude! there will always be a higher bidder out there. Make a Lady fall in love with YOU and not your money! There is a difference. Ladies want more than your receipts and cheques!
Most of you lack characters, good manners, respect, comportment and discipline but you believe your cash should cover up for them, seriously? you think women are dumb? No bro! When that lady is ready for something serious, she will look for a sane man whose personality and way of life is worthy to be emulated by her offspring. Women think deeper than you think. They think beyond the present!
If women dump you, or are ungrateful to you, then check yourself! The problem is with you and your money couldn't even help.
Rocktation: Haba...you just talk like say na you invent egusi soup. Which one is practice makes perfect for where dish arrangement de? Go to Paris and see magical cuisines; frying pans catching fire ontop recipe, people gathering herbs, weeds and what not, together, ontop dishes that supposedly have standard recipes. All in some race to become the next best chef.
I have made several complaints about a monicker called "Ugandalady" and sent over 7 e-mails to the supermods detailing his illegal actions on this forum but the moderators have done NOTHING .To say I am frustrated by the inaction of the moderators on this forum will be an understatement
This issue has brought to the fore how necessary ethnic minority coaches are needed in the top tiers of European club football because watching white coaches dilly-dallying on this issue in the past week has been disconcerting and awkward.Many black players,not enough black coaches
Boss13: After all the religious concerts - the situation remains the same. I remember my childhood when pastors organize crusades so we can cast and bind the devil. Now, I wonder how long do we continue to cast and bind this same devil. If I calculate how many times I alone casted and bind the devil, by now such fellow must be miserable and feedup. Add that to the total number of Christian Nigerians casting and binding this same devil, multiply it by the number of Christian crusades and concerts held each month per year. Now include the total Christian population in the world, their churches and programs.
It is either the devil is too powerful that the effect of Christian prayers mean nothing or the devil does not exist and was made up - you decide. Regardless, we must all agree that if you continue to do the same thing repeatedly and expect a different result, then one must certainly be a fool.
You can only respect family if the said family has any respect attached to it's name.
However, most of these hungry girls come from families that beg instead of working hard. In such families, begging is to them as mission statement is to a private firm.
Its a pity really. Our youthful females in this part of the world have lost self respect just because of little change
- Tossed a knife at me and it hit the wall. She missed.
- Called up all the females on my phone asking how they got to know me. Next claiming she was having my baby
- Sprayed paint on my apartment door entrance after a breakup
- walked into the female toilet following my new gf (back then) to beat her up (with her cousin)
- stormed into the doctor's office during a medical consultation (something she herself had asked me to attend) she feared the doctor was doing something with me. And apparently her excuse was that i had been in there too long. The female british doc washed her down.
- slapped me in public in front of her friends (male and female), i returned 2 hot-served ones and the people around couldn't believe it, they had to hold me back. Had to flee before the cops would arrive
- headbutt me and brought blood outta my lips. Tons of it. All because i was out with the homies. Gave her a beating she never forgot till dis day.
And a whole lot more. The craziest relationship i ever had in my life and to think we did 7-8 yrs on and off. I must have been one hell of a crazy dude
Today she still hates the hell outta me cos i married a Naija woman way more beautiful, homely, God-fearing and super all round. Plus she can assemble a rifle. Lol. I like dem hard, i guess.
Never date a latin chick that's super pretty and looks puerto-rican. You'd get lost. I know what IK Ogbonna must have gone through.
Colombian women are the most violent. Google Griselda Blanco aka La Madrina.
Starboytwo: he laid down his life abi cuz those people came and shout "SOS to him abi.... motherfucker killed himself for his stupid stupidity....
Oh they are barbarians right...just look at yourself (shakes my head for you)do you know anything about them,how they eat,sleep and their language and cuz they safeguard their self and environment from contamination by some stupid intruder they are barbarians abi....I'm sorry you are a slave...
Besides what stop him from professing love to Nicki Minaj that exposes breast up and down music videos and their likes in Hollywood,oh he doesn't love those ones cuz they are wise right...they love vulnerable people they can scam and do divide and conquer like they did us....
Don't even let me start with you...did you say barbarians again... barbarians that live in peace,no wahala whatsoever,they live in contentment and like thier status whichever,then one oloriburuku comes from somewhere despite signs these people don't want your message you still came the second time to preach useless gospel and yet your own country is the devil's own country...your own country is the king of exploitation,your own country is involve in numerous nefarious activities in the world... hypocritical bastard why can't he go and preach undying love to Donald Trump and his stripper wife....abeg who send the oloriburuku message....and you are here supporting him..haven't they done enough damage...(I wish I could just call you a mad man)
Female football in Nigeria is sadly dying.We didn't even qualify for the ongoing U-17 Women world cup in Uruguay.Something unheard of for Nigeria less than 5years ago
Waffarianman: Hahahaha my bro am not left out o, i don remove i don taya i jus kukuma leave dem mak dem white dey. 9ja wahala no b here
Oghene EPP us
Raw aloe vera gel straight from the stem halts the greying of hair.Lather it into the hair and leave it for 8 to 10minutes.Do this twice a week and watch out for improvements
philip0906: But if those same panties were used to prove that the man was guilty and he was eventually sentenced, it will be fine. Ndi ara It is weak men I pity. Men who side with these senile feminists. The sooner y'all know that there is an orchestrated plan to deal with "all men"(literally) the better y'all get back to your senses. Just go on social media and look at the trivial things these deranged feminists talk about men and all.If those same panties were used to prove the man was guilty, it would have been very normal and ok
prince3009: I swear...Nigerian Girls are THE WORST GIRLS TO DATE IN AFRICA!
Go to places like Ivory Coast, Togo, Cameroon etc...you will see very beautiful and voluptuous ladies who are so sweet and loving and know the meaning of what it is to be in love. That's why in those French-Speaking countries they see Nigerian men as gods because we know how to love and pet a woman unlike their men! Anybody esp a guy who has visited these countries can attest to this fact.
But over here, these lazy furgly over-bleached sun-burned fat pot-bellied bloated or skinny fake-hair wearing good-for-nothing female tramps feel because they have a p*ssy, they are entitled to be treated like queens and you are now their "Human ATM machine"!
For those with oily faces,crush water leaf and rub it on your face before going to bed.Repeat thesame steps for 1week and you'll notice how your face will become less oily
1.) She didn't want the lavish wedding in order to avoid crowd coming to see her marry the guy she is not proud of. She wanted a lowkey wedding so the guys digging her secretly won't come there and spoil the show
2.) She wanted a low key wedding so the guy will have more money to lavish on her nursing program where she will then have the chance to meet bad guys that will reposition her waist
And after the guy spends his savings training her as a registered nurse, she will become highqueen now accusing the guy of being a gold digger after her slavish income from working round the clock like soldier ant
It is time for men all over the world to wake up and realise that ladies are selfish and only using men while forming I love you.
If not for financial need, material need and in fact money needs, majority of women won't marry any man!
Majority of ladies go into marriage just to escape from family poverty and sufferings which is not bad to me though but my anger is when these ladies have the money more than the man, they become so arrogant, prideful and stingy.
Every man that comes their way becomes a robbery suspect after their peanut income lol.
Look at the case of Tiwa Savage and Teebillz, if it was Teebillz that had the money Tiwa has, Tiwa will be bubbling around town as the biggest wife and most loving wife just like Comedian AY, Akpororo, Basketmouth, Emoney, Psquare, etc wives.
Men really need to wake up, I am learning a lot from ladies, so are my friends and many other men