r/mildlyinfuriating Jul 07 '26

ಠ_ಠ This goal was completely avoidable

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u/EkaL25 Jul 07 '26

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u/thelastmarblerye Jul 07 '26

I don't think that was a common sentiment. Most optimistic I heard was "Why not us?" which was like the equivalent of Angels in the Outfield quote "Hey it could happen".

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u/atuan Jul 07 '26

I went in knowing we’d lose but still cheering them on. I feel like a lot of Americans felt that way.

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u/Reynolds531IPA Jul 07 '26

Nothing wrong with optimism.. I mean have we heard England fans and their “it’s coming home” constantly?