Comments on: Pop World Cup 2010: Group B – Argentina 2 Nigeria 2 https://freakytrigger.co.uk/ft/2010/02/pop-world-cup-2010-group-b-argentina-v-nigeria Lollards in the high church of low culture Sun, 24 Jun 2012 00:50:55 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.3 By: weej https://freakytrigger.co.uk/ft/2010/02/pop-world-cup-2010-group-b-argentina-v-nigeria/comment-page-1#comment-1064941 Sun, 24 Jun 2012 00:50:55 +0000 https://freakytrigger.co.uk/?p=17128#comment-1064941 Freakytrigger ahead of the game once again – http://www.guardian.co.uk/music/2012/jun/23/d-banj-interview-nigerian-music-star

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By: Matt DC https://freakytrigger.co.uk/ft/2010/02/pop-world-cup-2010-group-b-argentina-v-nigeria/comment-page-1#comment-676179 Fri, 19 Feb 2010 18:00:51 +0000 https://freakytrigger.co.uk/?p=17128#comment-676179 IT IS WIDE OPEN. That said this was certainly one of the tougher opening games of the tournament, for both sides. I’m still hopeful at getting out of the group but on this form I’d very much like Argentina to do so too.

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By: Tom https://freakytrigger.co.uk/ft/2010/02/pop-world-cup-2010-group-b-argentina-v-nigeria/comment-page-1#comment-676117 Fri, 19 Feb 2010 13:36:21 +0000 https://freakytrigger.co.uk/?p=17128#comment-676117 A draw – a result which leaves group B wide open! Four teams on a point apiece. It’s Nigeria-Greece and Korea-Argentina next (well, in a few weeks)

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By: Tom https://freakytrigger.co.uk/ft/2010/02/pop-world-cup-2010-group-b-argentina-v-nigeria/comment-page-1#comment-675917 Thu, 18 Feb 2010 15:31:16 +0000 https://freakytrigger.co.uk/?p=17128#comment-675917 This one ends TONIGHT so keep voting

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By: CarsmileSteve https://freakytrigger.co.uk/ft/2010/02/pop-world-cup-2010-group-b-argentina-v-nigeria/comment-page-1#comment-675734 Wed, 17 Feb 2010 16:44:13 +0000 https://freakytrigger.co.uk/?p=17128#comment-675734 as argentinian manager in 2006 i would like to point out the change in format for this competition would have allowed me a much better chance of progressing last time! i still think arbol’s knock it up to the big lad was the right option to take, not wanting to waste my star talent too early…

not too sure about this argentine track though, almost a bit too tippy-tappy, even if the nigerians have gone for an honest workmanlike formation…

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By: JimD https://freakytrigger.co.uk/ft/2010/02/pop-world-cup-2010-group-b-argentina-v-nigeria/comment-page-1#comment-675490 Tue, 16 Feb 2010 15:35:13 +0000 https://freakytrigger.co.uk/?p=17128#comment-675490 Couldn’t choose between these on first listen, but after a few days the lack of a memorable chorus has cost ARG. While the Nigerian entry is pretty much all chorus.

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By: weej https://freakytrigger.co.uk/ft/2010/02/pop-world-cup-2010-group-b-argentina-v-nigeria/comment-page-1#comment-675466 Tue, 16 Feb 2010 14:19:49 +0000 https://freakytrigger.co.uk/?p=17128#comment-675466 A bold strategy by Argentina here, but it’s won it for me.

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By: lex https://freakytrigger.co.uk/ft/2010/02/pop-world-cup-2010-group-b-argentina-v-nigeria/comment-page-1#comment-675343 Mon, 15 Feb 2010 20:01:07 +0000 https://freakytrigger.co.uk/?p=17128#comment-675343 Oh, this is no contest – I was expecting a lot more of ARG based on mid-match reports from other punters but while I’m pleased to hear something which doesn’t sound like a novelty record, it’s still kinda mimsy. And NGR is just terrific in every way.

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By: jeff w https://freakytrigger.co.uk/ft/2010/02/pop-world-cup-2010-group-b-argentina-v-nigeria/comment-page-1#comment-675258 Mon, 15 Feb 2010 13:18:45 +0000 https://freakytrigger.co.uk/?p=17128#comment-675258 Two good tracks. Argentina probably edge the match due to their surprise tactics.

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By: iainf https://freakytrigger.co.uk/ft/2010/02/pop-world-cup-2010-group-b-argentina-v-nigeria/comment-page-1#comment-675146 Sun, 14 Feb 2010 21:00:08 +0000 https://freakytrigger.co.uk/?p=17128#comment-675146 These are my favourite two so far and both got me to click to download. Real crowdpleasing spirit from Nigeria but Argentina’s gorgeous play wins out in the end.

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By: koganbot https://freakytrigger.co.uk/ft/2010/02/pop-world-cup-2010-group-b-argentina-v-nigeria/comment-page-1#comment-675036 Sun, 14 Feb 2010 01:56:55 +0000 https://freakytrigger.co.uk/?p=17128#comment-675036 Both formations are innovative and novel – to my ears, if not to the hometown fans’. The Argentines lull you and suddenly catch you off balance. The Nigerians in contrast run back and forth in front of what the naive might call “the Cyndi Lauper” gambit. Make defenders fall over, but look so good running up the sides that you wonder if they’ll ever try to center. Those taken in by the grace of the Argentines are then at the mercy of the Argentinian power. Argentina it is, in a match the spectators find informative.

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By: Jonathan Bogart https://freakytrigger.co.uk/ft/2010/02/pop-world-cup-2010-group-b-argentina-v-nigeria/comment-page-1#comment-674783 Sat, 13 Feb 2010 04:32:11 +0000 https://freakytrigger.co.uk/?p=17128#comment-674783 Nigeria plays an excellent straightforward game with some extraordinarily confident passing: the nearly intuitive interplay among their side is something you don’t often see in this age of micromanaged teams and specialist players. I’m fully confident in the ability and heart of our squad, but losing to a team like this would be no shame to anyone.

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By: Matt DC https://freakytrigger.co.uk/ft/2010/02/pop-world-cup-2010-group-b-argentina-v-nigeria/comment-page-1#comment-674717 Fri, 12 Feb 2010 18:47:35 +0000 https://freakytrigger.co.uk/?p=17128#comment-674717 I have utmost respect and admiration for my opponents here – this could be a tight match despite the wildly contrasting styles on show. Argentina’s game is deeper, more restrained, perhaps even languid, but never negative, their passing is inch-perfect. The striker reminds me of someone I saw playing for one of the European teams a few years back… maybe Saint-Etienne?

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By: jeff w https://freakytrigger.co.uk/ft/2010/02/pop-world-cup-2010-group-b-argentina-v-nigeria/comment-page-1#comment-674716 Fri, 12 Feb 2010 18:39:58 +0000 https://freakytrigger.co.uk/?p=17128#comment-674716 PWC site = :D

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By: Steve Mannion https://freakytrigger.co.uk/ft/2010/02/pop-world-cup-2010-group-b-argentina-v-nigeria/comment-page-1#comment-674711 Fri, 12 Feb 2010 18:09:56 +0000 https://freakytrigger.co.uk/?p=17128#comment-674711 Ha ha yes, they seem to be just passing it between themselves in the dying seconds. Time-wasting?

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By: Kat but logged out innit https://freakytrigger.co.uk/ft/2010/02/pop-world-cup-2010-group-b-argentina-v-nigeria/comment-page-1#comment-674701 Fri, 12 Feb 2010 17:28:02 +0000 https://freakytrigger.co.uk/?p=17128#comment-674701 Did Argentina have two players sent off in the last minute?

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By: Steve Mannion https://freakytrigger.co.uk/ft/2010/02/pop-world-cup-2010-group-b-argentina-v-nigeria/comment-page-1#comment-674693 Fri, 12 Feb 2010 16:17:17 +0000 https://freakytrigger.co.uk/?p=17128#comment-674693 Very light on their feet these Argies and playing a minimal precise game. Not an approach from them I’ve seen before so intrigued with how they will develop. Nigeria have perhaps been more predictable but if it ain’t broke why fix it. Playing to their feelgood strengths here and with an encouraging range within their well organised formation. Overall a solid display and I think they’ll clinch this.

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By: Fernando https://freakytrigger.co.uk/ft/2010/02/pop-world-cup-2010-group-b-argentina-v-nigeria/comment-page-1#comment-674685 Fri, 12 Feb 2010 15:34:52 +0000 https://freakytrigger.co.uk/?p=17128#comment-674685 When I read “electro-indie from Argentina”, I immediately thought of Miranda! Imagine my deception when I saw it was those emotionally-constipated blokes from Entre rios (Still, I hope Jonathan is keeping the big guns (“tuve”) for future matches).

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By: Pete https://freakytrigger.co.uk/ft/2010/02/pop-world-cup-2010-group-b-argentina-v-nigeria/comment-page-1#comment-674672 Fri, 12 Feb 2010 14:35:01 +0000 https://freakytrigger.co.uk/?p=17128#comment-674672 Looks lovely Steve, and the Pop World Cup Radio Show is coming very soon too!

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By: Tom https://freakytrigger.co.uk/ft/2010/02/pop-world-cup-2010-group-b-argentina-v-nigeria/comment-page-1#comment-674663 Fri, 12 Feb 2010 14:06:30 +0000 https://freakytrigger.co.uk/?p=17128#comment-674663 That is amazing Steve.

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By: Steve Mannion https://freakytrigger.co.uk/ft/2010/02/pop-world-cup-2010-group-b-argentina-v-nigeria/comment-page-1#comment-674662 Fri, 12 Feb 2010 13:59:28 +0000 https://freakytrigger.co.uk/?p=17128#comment-674662 admin can you change the text at the top right from SOON to NOW :)

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By: admin https://freakytrigger.co.uk/ft/2010/02/pop-world-cup-2010-group-b-argentina-v-nigeria/comment-page-1#comment-674661 Fri, 12 Feb 2010 13:56:15 +0000 https://freakytrigger.co.uk/?p=17128#comment-674661 https://freakytrigger.co.uk/tag/pwc10/ would be useful too – for that ‘follow on FT’ link perhaps

oh, ps – LOOKS FAB

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By: Steve Mannion https://freakytrigger.co.uk/ft/2010/02/pop-world-cup-2010-group-b-argentina-v-nigeria/comment-page-1#comment-674660 Fri, 12 Feb 2010 13:51:29 +0000 https://freakytrigger.co.uk/?p=17128#comment-674660 ITEM: The actual Pop World Cup site is now up: https://freakytrigger.co.uk/popworldcup

You still go to the FT posts to vote but I will likely put the tracks on Soundcloud and embed them on the minisite too and add a few more things as we go. Whew.

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By: mm https://freakytrigger.co.uk/ft/2010/02/pop-world-cup-2010-group-b-argentina-v-nigeria/comment-page-1#comment-674651 Fri, 12 Feb 2010 13:29:06 +0000 https://freakytrigger.co.uk/?p=17128#comment-674651 Two great challengers without a doubt. Will have to spin these some more through the weekend.

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By: Pete https://freakytrigger.co.uk/ft/2010/02/pop-world-cup-2010-group-b-argentina-v-nigeria/comment-page-1#comment-674650 Fri, 12 Feb 2010 13:28:53 +0000 https://freakytrigger.co.uk/?p=17128#comment-674650 Argentina’s first outing is just lovely, but I am not sure if delicacy is the right way to go against the Nigerians. And the extended version does seem to add a couple of nigh on pointless minutes to it. As ever the tough games pull between completely different kinds of music. Though I did think there would be a bit more bite for Nigeria on their opening game. So much closer than expected, with both songs surprisingly playing on being sweet! Nigeria for the melodica / Argentina for the tiny glitch. A draw would not surprise me.

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By: Tom https://freakytrigger.co.uk/ft/2010/02/pop-world-cup-2010-group-b-argentina-v-nigeria/comment-page-1#comment-674647 Fri, 12 Feb 2010 13:15:20 +0000 https://freakytrigger.co.uk/?p=17128#comment-674647 Birdseed can take comfort from the fact that this might be a high scoring draw. I have to admit when I read the Argentina description I thought “uh-oh” – is this going to be Ciudad de lechuza? (Thanks Google Translate). But no – it’s really lovely, once you get used to the weird glitchiness of it anyhow.

But then Nigeria is exactly the kind of thing I’m hoping for from Nigerian pop – big hooks, dynamic, had me playing it again almost immediately… great stuff.

I think Nigeria might edge it for me but I’m giving them both several more plays.

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By: Birdseed https://freakytrigger.co.uk/ft/2010/02/pop-world-cup-2010-group-b-argentina-v-nigeria/comment-page-1#comment-674646 Fri, 12 Feb 2010 13:07:42 +0000 https://freakytrigger.co.uk/?p=17128#comment-674646 I’ve sent out my scouts to carefully examine the tactics of my opponents in the group, and I’ve carefully pondered their reports. Although I do not wish at this point to divulge too much of my analysis, as it would impact our tactical choices for the upcoming matches, I’d like to diplomatically issue the following statement:

AAAAAAAAAAAAH! AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAH! AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAH! Cruel fate!

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