The Peruvian Sash. I hated it when I was a kid, and I was probably in my 30's when I finally let it go. Scotland in Argentina for WC 1978. I was just a child but I had an excuse.... grown men and grand fathers were taken in by Ally MacLeod and his mindless ethusiasm and relentless optimism.
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For years I thought that thread was about gray hound racing and finally took a gander after the race track out at Revere had closed and due to the ban on dog racing. It was a WTF moment for me.
The whole “what’s a natural position and what isn’t for a handball” is a dumpster fire. I played at a reasonably high level and If you slide tackle your arms go out . You’re throwing you’re entire body behind the block. Now you see defenders put their arms behind their back like they are hog...
It would never have been a Scotland game if they didn’t tease you with a bit of hope in second half. Congrats Ukraine … slay the the Dragons and perhaps the U.S.
Scotland midfield being dragged out of position non stop, Ukraine can pick their pass. Switch to a back 4, take off Dykes.. bring on Christie or Armstrong.
Scotland are a shambles. Should have stuck with Christie in midfield and only played one up. I’m
trying to think of the last time they played 2 up that wasn’t a friendly .
It's an interesting contrast....Ukraine have been training like a club side since May, whereas Scottish players have been busy with domestc leagues etc. I'm sure the Ukrainian team will get a solid welcome from the home fans. The SFA will be handing out the lyrics to the Ukrainian national...
The Scottish National team have a busy couple of weeks coming up. At least 4 matches, possibly 5 depending on what happens today. It all kicks off with the WC qualifier at Hampden against Ukraine. Winner plays wales. I'm sure there are a lot of neutrals rooting for Ukraine for obvious reasons...
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