The commercial potential of in-play breaks and the chunking of the game into quarters is nothing new of course where e.g. NFL audiences are concerned, and FIFA will have loved that of course. But I just wondered whether any seasoned European (or other) observers were noticing any differences on the field - momentum swings or tactical switch-ups, say - arising from this new-to-soccer thing.
I have no issue with the “hydration” breaks. Call them quarter breaks if you like. I know that these are some of the best athletes in the world, but some of the feels like temperatures around here have been up around 110F (43C) and it doesn’t cool off much at night. Let’s get the best from these guys.
I also have never understood why the clock runs continuously in soccer and they let the referee figure out the extra time at the end. It always seems to be a mystery to everyone.
Hire an official timekeeper to stop the clock on fouls, free and corner kicks, goal resets and injuries. That way everyone knows how much time has elapsed (or is left). If they can do it in hockey, they can figure it out in soccer.
gatorcpa
I guess the new rules to avoid loss of wasted time during players’ changes and « touches » will make this evolutions even easier.
I have no issue with the “hydration” breaks. Call them quarter breaks if you like. I know that these are some of the best athletes in the world, but some of the feels like temperatures around here have been up around 110F (43C) and it doesn’t cool off much at night. Let’s get the best from these guys.
I also have never understood why the clock runs continuously in soccer and they let the referee figure out the extra time at the end. It always seems to be a mystery to everyone.
Hire an official timekeeper to stop the clock on fouls, free and corner kicks, goal resets and injuries. That way everyone knows how much time has elapsed (or is left). If they can do it in hockey, they can figure it out in soccer.
gatorcpa
The water breaks are ridiculous and ruin the flow of the game. Money grab under the guise of player safety. Thats my opinion.
Hire an official timekeeper to stop the clock on fouls, free and corner kicks, goal resets and injuries. That way everyone knows how much time has elapsed (or is left).
If a player is awarded a kick or throw in and can’t execute it in 10 or 15 seconds, turn it over to other team. Let the coaches call a 30 sec. timeout for substitutions
I thought somebody was pulling my leg when they said there was a water break
On to te more imortant stuff.... Netherlands vs Sweden do-or-die game this evening !
@hansaboy are you ready for it all dressed in yellow and blue yet like i am in my ugly orange shirt and nice watch ??
If we play smart like in the 1st half against Japan we should win this, if we fumble we give Sweden the chance to counter with that nasty pair of strikers they have, Isak and Gyökeres. Have a good game !
Hire an official timekeeper to stop the clock on fouls, free and corner kicks, goal resets and injuries.
Well played USA, from an Aussie fan. Too quick, too skilful and too street smart for us. It didn't help that coach Tony Popovic got his team selection wrong. Having your best forward (Irankunda) starting on the bench? Huh?! The subs did well to inject some life into the team but by then it was too little too late. Always start the match with your strongest team, Tony. Paraguay now shapes as a must win for us.
The commercial potential of in-play breaks and the chunking of the game into quarters is nothing new of course where e.g. NFL audiences are concerned, and FIFA will have loved that of course. But I just wondered whether any seasoned European (or other) observers were noticing any differences on the field - momentum swings or tactical switch-ups, say - arising from this new-to-soccer thing.
Still trying to figure out why Scotland happy to be in Boston since Scots hate the Irish
