So forgetting the fact that theyre members of RAWK, is it that far off the mark to make that claim? You don't think a player from Brazil, Argentina, Holland or Spain is automatically seen as more enticing than someone from say, Canada?
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Football Thread 2011/2012 | OT11 | Roll on the Euros and transfer muppetry
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So forgetting the fact that theyre members of RAWK, is it that far off the mark to make that claim? You don't think a player from Brazil, Argentina, Holland or Spain is automatically seen as more enticing than someone from say, Canada?
I think there's a not-insubstantial degree of rational inference about the standard of coaching and competition that a youth player might have experienced in, say, Brazil, Argentina, Holland, or Spain.
I also think, admittedly, that there is likely a muppet element extending quite high up the football management ziggurat that, say, sees Hernandez posing a threat and thinks "cor, get me a Mexican".
I know I am late but I was travelling during the start of E3. But I was really impressed by the gameplay trailers for Halo 4 (was so over halo but fuck me I am back in), Assassins Creed 3, The Last of Us, Tomb Raider, South Park and Watch_Dogs.
Less impressed but still good for Far Cry 3 and Fifa 13 (that felt like a Fifa 12 trailer, but yay they modelled Aguero and Van Der Fart)
I need to see the 2nd level of the Hitman E3 demo.
David Cage's Ellen Page game looks decent but I loved Heavy Rain.
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I was really not impressed by God of War at all. That just feels so samey to me
Less impressed but still good for Far Cry 3 and Fifa 13 (that felt like a Fifa 12 trailer, but yay they modelled Aguero and Van Der Fart)
I need to see the 2nd level of the Hitman E3 demo.
David Cage's Ellen Page game looks decent but I loved Heavy Rain.
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I was really not impressed by God of War at all. That just feels so samey to me
KidA Seven
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Oh what I would do if Liverpool's "austerity signings" were players like Shinji Kagawa...
And Hodgson is still under fire over not taking Rio? Even Ferguson said it himself he can't manage a game every four days...
Though to be fair, Martin Kelly's injury record is rather unfortunate. For a young lad with a lot of muscle, this isn't too out of the ordinary, though. You put on a lot of weight to bulk up for the game and it takes awhile to grow into that. Same thing is happening to Jack Rodwell.
And Hodgson is still under fire over not taking Rio? Even Ferguson said it himself he can't manage a game every four days...
Though to be fair, Martin Kelly's injury record is rather unfortunate. For a young lad with a lot of muscle, this isn't too out of the ordinary, though. You put on a lot of weight to bulk up for the game and it takes awhile to grow into that. Same thing is happening to Jack Rodwell.
I was going to wait for the superior subs, but Kshownow subs are ok.
lol, I doubt they got licensing for the Champions League theme.
I was going to try fly up to see the Heat. Might not bother now that they are choking.
KidA Seven
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Kimura Takuya is a boss. Still waiting for Mr. Brain's 2nd season (won't happen).
There's a phenomenon in Japan of young men who live far too comfortable of lives and are completely bereft of any desire to succeed financially or enter a relationship. They work part time jobs and spend all their money on shopping, hair cuts, etc. They're called "herbivore boys" due to their lack of ambition.
It's dumb and frustrating as a teacher because these kids don't want to learn English.
Kimura is pretty boss. But when I first got to Japan and saw pictures of his face on ads I thought he was a woman
Future Foundation
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You shouldn't have done this to yourself.
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Should have been red in the first place. It's righting a wrong, really.
Jumping on the Shinji hype
This is the stadium where the Real vs Juve game will take place in Las Vegas.
It's where UNLV play their college football games.
artificial pitches are ass. Natural grass on top is always shit too.
I'd feel that way if I was a Cardiff fan. Also changed the clubs crest too.
Edit: Emailed SoccerTriads enquiring about the whereabouts of my shirt. Only shipping today or tomorrow. WTF.
Damn at that lead Denmark u21 nearly threw away today.
That game was immense. So happy that I went to see it. The majority of the fans didn't know what to do when Macedonia scored their 5th goal. There were 2-3 fans that tried to get a song going but it just seemed out of place. I've never seen such a paralyzed crowd before.
Not much of a choice in Vegas unfortunately. Unless they want to play indoors, or have the fans stand around watching the game at some public park. Something tells me the players aren't going to give a shit about playing football in Vegas anyway...
Definitely not tears of joy as UNLV tend to lose most of their games.
Zdenek Zeman is officially Roma's new coach. Ladies and gentlemen, get your popcorn ready. This is going to be fucking amazing, one way or another. Here's a bit of info on him, if anyone's interested.
Baconsaurus Rex
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When did you order? Placed an order Sunday on footballkitstore and they were dispatched yesterday.
So Kranjcar is going to Dynamo Kiev. Another player who Harry pissed on over the last two seasons. He had a lot of injuries this year but always did a job when called upon. Farewell.
We could start next season without any Croatian players.
We could start next season without any Croatian players.
It will be two weeks tomorrow.
Zdenek Zeman is officially Roma's new coach. Ladies and gentlemen, get your popcorn ready. This is going to be fucking amazing, one way or another. Here's a bit of info on him, if anyone's interested.
i like this bit
LOL.... i mean Capello a genius? hahahhaha
fadetoblack
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Zuliani has confirmed the purchases of Asamoah and Isla. So, I guess that's that?
Yep. I'm about to celebrate by going to McDonalds. American high cuisine!
Broder Salsa
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Di Matteo!
Also not sure if we should laugh at Zeman, could see him doing well at Roma.
I'm laughing at the dead grandfather quote! I've just watched Pescara highlights from last year, looks fun. Roma need to be in the CL again.
Sure, but that's exactly when things usually don't work out so well for Zeman - when there are high expectations placed on him. And Roma's fans are expecting greatness, even if they play it down to "we'll see how it goes".
Should be fun.
Broder Salsa
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Ah. Yeah he says some funny stuff. Even enjoys trolling Juve.
How many titles do Juve have? I count 22 or 23 the veteran Coach joked to the assembled media on Friday.
Everyone can put whatever they want, even I could deserve a couple of stars. Juventus fans feel this way, I would say of their Scudetti I would count 22, maybe 23.
:lol
Yeah from having a quick look at Wiki it seems Pescara was a good place for him. Shame he didn't stay for Serie A.
Question for Serie A GAF: Roma's mooted new stadium, is it a Juve-like owned one or do the city still own it? Seems like Juventus have the right idea in owning their stadium
Question for Serie A GAF: Roma's mooted new stadium, is it a Juve-like owned one or do the city still own it? Seems like Juventus have the right idea in owning their stadium
Yes, he's the very definition of the word 'funny'. I dare you to listen to any of his interviews and not fall asleep.
Speaking of grandfathers and such, Zeman's uncle Čestmír Vycpálek was a fairly successful footballer and coach. He played for Juventus in the season 1946-1947 and won two scudettos as Juve's manager between 1971-1974. Which makes Zeman's hatred towards our colours kind of ironic, I guess. *themoreyouknow.jpg*
[troll] What new stadium? [/troll]
If it ever happens, it will be their own stadium. As far as I know Roma recently extended the lease for the Olimpico until 2015. So I suppose that's when the new stadium is supposed to be ready, provided they start working on it ... right now? I remember reading somewhere about it being a 45-50k arena and that the same firm that managed Arsenal's Emirates Stadium construction is likely to get the job.
Ah right, cheers. Yeah I was reading a few weeks ago about it, seems like a good idea if they ever get it done. Always confused me that they don't own their own stadiums; must profess I don't know too much about it though.
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Got my college results today football GAF. 73% distinction. Should be off to university in September. Better late than never!
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