Group E Match Topic: ( France, Switzerland, Ecuador, Honduras)

Surprised there hasn't been a thread for this one. Switzerland have thrillingly snatched three points from Ecuador in the last minute of stoppage time! Predictions for the Swiss to proceed into the next round with group favourites France are currently on course! Next up at 8pm (UK time) France v Honduras. I think France will do well at this World Cup. Semi finalists possibly? Will also be intrigued to see how Mamadou Sakho gets on. I'm banking on him having an excellent tournament!

Just home from work and whipped BBC on. Looking forward to seeing how France do, squad have really matured since the last WC.

Just home from work and whipped BBC on. Looking forward to seeing how France do, squad have really matured since the last WC.

Brilliant managerial decision by Deschamps to not bring Nasri to the tournament either. Clearly he's not standing for petulant, juvenile sh*te that would inevitably bring the French squad crashing down.

Brilliant managerial decision by Deschamps to not bring Nasri to the tournament either. Clearly he's not standing for petulant, juvenile sh*te that would inevitably bring the French squad crashing down.

Exactly. Be interesting to see how they do though and I also reckon they'll get to the quarter's or semi's.

French team for tonights game.

Lloris, Debuchy, Evra, Varane, Sakho, Cabaye, Valbuena, Benzema, Griezmann, Matuidi, Pogba

Brilliant managerial decision by Deschamps to not bring Nasri to the tournament either. Clearly he's not standing for petulant, juvenile sh*te that would inevitably bring the French squad crashing down.

Agree with you completely although it would have been nice to see more of his Mrs

Will also be shouting on big Mama to have a great tournament, think this one should be an easy victory for France.

Before the World Cup started France were my outside pick to win it, we played them earlier this year and their midfield just crushed us. I think it's a good thing Ribery is out for them, he wasn't at his best for a while now.

Oh god, I'd forgot about Jonathan Pearce.

It will be interesting to see if Honduras kick the sh*t out of France, or was it just England being given this privileged treatment.

Evra the dirty b***ard,booked again ! bet he scores the bloody winner for them !

Evra up to his usual standard.

Nothing I hate more than someone gesturing for a card... annoys the hell out of me.

Pearce is just willing Sakho to make a mistake.

c**t.

Really like this French side.

Valbeuna, Matuidi, Pogba, Cabaye and Greizmann in particular.

Pearce is just willing Sakho to make a mistake.

C**t.

Yep, Sakho has been outstanding and showing a lot of leadership.

Valbuena and Pogba also been fantastic, very unlucky not to be leading by a couple already France. Good performance so far, they just need that goal of course.

Honduras are a joke, kicking chunks out of everyone.

Had £5 on France to win the World Cup last week at approx. 28/1. Hoping they win tonight to take pressure off the Switzerland game. They need to top the group to avoid a possible 2nd round tie with Argentina.

Glad to see him get his second yellow, should have been sent off for the challenge on Pogba.

Hope France score this, they've deserved the lead and I can't stand teams that kick players rather than play the game.

Had £5 on France to win the World Cup last week at approx. 28/1. Hoping they win tonight to take pressure off the Switzerland game. They need to top the group to avoid a possible 2nd round tie with Argentina.

28/1 b***ard, I've had a sneaky bet on them too but not near that price, well done.

This Ref is taking no sh*t. Good to see.

Honduras being Honduras.

Jonathan Pearce is stupid beyond belief.

Jonathan Pearce is stupid beyond belief.

Can't believe he's still going on about it.

Can't believe he's still going on about it.

It's embarrassing to listen to, it's even worse when you consider you're contributing towards his wages by paying your license fee. It did exactly what it needed to, showed that Benzema didn't score directly, showed that it went in after the contact with the keeper, meaning it can easily be given as an own goal immediately.

As for the way Honduras are conducting themselves they need booting out of the bloody tournament, although it's nice to see Evra get smacked a few times.

Jonathan Pearce is stupid beyond belief.

Agree. He's F***ing moron.

Pissing me right off.

28/1 b***ard, I've had a sneaky bet on them too but not near that price, well done.

It was a special offer thing with Paddy Power. I put it on the day after Ribery was ruled out.

I knew before kick off that Valbuena was a good player but he's surprised me exactly how technically good he is. Heard he's meant to be leaving Marseille this summer, shame we won't be in for him.

As for the way Honduras are conducting themselves they need booting out of the bloody tournament,

This is normal, actually maybe a bit reserved for them.  Just be glad you only have to see it during the World Cup.  We have to watch them in Gold Cup and
World Cup Qualifiers.

This is normal, actually maybe a bit reserved for them.  Just be glad you only have to see it during the World Cup.  We have to watch them in Gold Cup and
World Cup Qualifiers.

I am mate, I'm absolutely disgusted watching them to be honest.

It was a special offer thing with Paddy Power. I put it on the day after Ribery was ruled out.

I knew before kick off that Valbuena was a good player but he's surprised me exactly how technically good he is. Heard he's meant to be leaving Marseille this summer, shame we won't be in for him.

Very nice offer that fella. I think the Argies will probably win it but thought France were the value at 20's which I have, but at 28's you might even get the chance to lay it off later down the line.

Thought myself that they have a very good group of players that haven't really been given much of a mention. Valbuena has been the pick tonight though that's for sure, very good performance.

28/1 b***ard, I've had a sneaky bet on them too but not near that price, well done.

I've got them to win 4 nil tonight. Got Germany to win the whole thing.

I've got them to win 4 nil tonight. Got Germany to win the whole thing.

Done them 4 and 5 myself fella, could have done with that one going in there. Still there's plenty more chances to come though.

Pearce beyond ridiculous tonight

Oh god, I'd forgot about Jonathan Pearce.

It will be interesting to see if Honduras kick the sh*t out of France, or was it just England being given this privileged treatment.

Well, it seems England were not privileged after all. Honduras are just a bunch of dirty bas**rds.

Pearce had to have a think there before his usual scream.

Great finish. Not a big fan of Benzema and this Honduras keeper has played well but there was no saving that, even though it's close range from that angle at that power one of Benzema's better goals that.

I've got them to win 4 nil tonight. Got Germany to win the whole thing.

Typical Dave

Excellent performance by France that though. While Honduras were never at the races you've still got to break them down and I thought France looked capable of that every time they attacked.

Big Mama had one dodgy moment but besides that was very strong and I thought Valbuena was MotM, great performances by Griezmann and Matuidi.

Typical Dave

I know the tw*ts. Went three up and then the white flags came out.

I know the tw*ts. Went three up and then the white flags came out.

Thought we had it in the bag mate, then on came Giroud...

Oh well gone for similar for the Argies, running about even at the moment with my scores but had a couple of these just 1 away now.

Has to be a good bet for Honduras to get a man sent off in every match though. They're worse than the Cameroon back in the Roga Milla days.

Thought we had it in the bag mate, then on came Giroud...

Oh well gone for similar for the Argies, running about even at the moment with my scores but had a couple of these just 1 away now.

Has to be a good bet for Honduras to get a man sent off in every match though. They're worse than the Cameroon back in the Roga Milla days.

I've done a scorecast for the involvement. Messi, 3-1.

And a little sly one on Bosnia because they were 10-1

I've done a scorecast for the involvement. Messi, 3-1.

And a little sly one on Bosnia because they were 10-1

My Dad's favourite score that (3-1) does it in every single match he has a bet in, it's religious.

Can see the logic in the saver too.

Argentina really do arrive here with a massive amount of expectation on their shoulders and I don't think Messi has been near his usual quality this year, not sure that's got an awful lot to do with his injury either, just looks like a prolonged dip to me. Of course a slip in form for one of the best ever still puts him as an outstanding player just not head and shoulders above the rest.

If I had to pick a player to really shine I'd pick Aguero, a lot of strikers have hit the ground running, I wouldn't be surprised if he has a good start too.

Ah well.

I'm struggling to find motivation to watch, Ecuador vs Honduras tonight. Might be the 1st match I'll miss!

Hope the Swiss win courtesy of an Evra own goal, to which he breaks his leg in the process.

Time to watch our future left back in action!!!

Looking forward to this one. I see France as one of only two European teams who will go far in this tournament, the other being Germany (who I hope and think will win it). Like the way they mix it up, short passes, long passes, excellent tempo and a high level of consistency throughout their team. Thought the Swiss did well against Ecuador as well so should be a good match.

France score their 2nd around 20 seconds after their 1st

Senderos trying to pick a fight with Sakho in the box . The poor guy doesn't stand a chance.

World class save by Lloris there, really rate him.

Benzema misses from the spot and Cabaye misses the rebound!

F**k sake! Got Benzema in my fantasy team!

Cabaye is playing gash. Misplacing so many passes and should have buried that rebound!

Very solid team, Ribery not being part of it will prove to be a blessing in disguise.

3-0, game over

3-0, game over

Istanbul!

Istanbul!

If the Swiss can pull off such a comeback I will eat my hat, your hat and everybody's hat.

If the Swiss can pull off such a comeback I will eat my hat, your hat and everybody's hat.

I have a few hats, sure you won't get full?

If the Swiss can pull off such a comeback I will eat my hat, your hat and everybody's hat.

Come on Switerland.

But I think my hat is safe.

Not surprised the Swiss are getting severely beaten, they have Senderos & Djourou at centre back!

I have a few hats, sure you won't get full?

Bring it on

Sakho coming off injured, hope it's not too bad.

All Hats are safe!

How the hell has Senderos got a CV containing Arsenal, AC Milan and Valenica?! Admittedly he's played for sh*te like Fulham and Everton too but come on, the guy is F***ing awful! He's like the defender version of Bendtner!

Your hats are safe, 5-0!

Ok, I'll say it.

This Swiss defence has more holes in it than a block of Swiss cheese.

There, is done.

Great free kick that!

Well not great but was from quite a difference. Benzema at fault in the wall.

Here we go, here we go...

F**k, have Lloris in my fantasy team, that fu**ed up his clean sheet.

How's Shaquiri played tonight?

How's Shaquiri played tonight?

Rubbish. Had a good effort in the first half I think but that's it, forgot he was even on the pitch to be honest.

That Matuidi, what a beast

How's Shaquiri played tonight?

Rubbish. Had a good effort in the first half I think but that's it, forgot he was even on the pitch to be honest.

Was he playing?

I can not recall hearing his name.

Mmmm, time to move on and look else where.

Was he playing?

Apparently so, really wouldn't think it mind!

Sakho on, zero goals conceeded, Sakho goes off injured, 2 conceeded.

Nuff said.

Really like the look of the French, never realised they had so much quality, would like to see them go far.

I'm struggling to find motivation to watch, Ecuador vs Honduras tonight. Might be the 1st match I'll miss!

I've missed a few over the last few days and I'm thinking of giving it a miss.

I'll see how the first half goes and see how tired I am.

I've missed a few over the last few days and I'm thinking of giving it a miss.

I'll see how the first half goes and see how tired I am.

Decided to watch it, I feel it's gonna be an epic match!

Decided to watch it, I feel it's gonna be an epic match!

Just thought similar.

Both teams need a win to keep their tournament alive.

Really like the stadium from the outside.

Really like the look of the French, never realised they had so much quality, would like to see them go far.

So would I, would win me a few quid

Really like the look of the French, never realised they had so much quality, would like to see them go far.

Just a shame they have such a vermin ridden c**t of a left back.

Really like the look of the French, never realised they had so much quality, would like to see them go far.

Without trying to sound like a know all I was saying to a few mates that I really liked the look of the French squad.

Rubbish. Had a good effort in the first half I think but that's it, forgot he was even on the pitch to be honest.

Was he playing?

I can not recall hearing his name.

Mmmm, time to move on and look else where.

Fair enough. Don't think I'd base it on WC perfomances anyway but I would have expected to hear about him in someway shape or form doing something of significance. Ah well.

Still reckon France or Germany to win it if it's not Brazil with the home (dis)advantage.

Without trying to sound like a know all I was saying to a few mates that I really liked the look of the French squad.

In touch with your feminine side then Si   

In touch with your feminine side then Si   

That's it mate.

Hate to say it but France do look pretty good - will be interesting to see how they do when they come up against somebody decent.

Shaqiri with a wonderful curling shot put the Swiss up 1-0

Shaqiri with a hat-trick now. The first goal was an absolute beaut.

Giroud should of buried that!

Also, is this Phil Neville commentating? Haven't actually heard him yet, thought it was Michael Owen at first!

Also, is this Phil Neville commentating? Haven't actually heard him yet, thought it was Michael Owen at first!

Yes it is, couldn't bare listening to it so switched to the other game. Horrific.

Will Sakho get suspended for that elbow? or are the media too busy creating articles about Luis?

Will Sakho get suspended for that elbow? or are the media too busy creating articles about Luis?

He may suffer the same punishment Neymar did for his....oh wait. 

Will Sakho get suspended for that elbow? or are the media too busy creating articles about Luis?

'FIFA are reviewing the incident' was the ominous official announcement.