Soccer Thread

[TimmyB]

I assume you're talking about a friendly, right?

No.  This promoter believes that the PL will play a 39th game, on the record. 

[TimmyB]

http://www.espnfc.us/english-premier-league/story/3095417/premier-league-playing-39th-game-in-us-not-that-far-away-icc-chief

If Fulham gets promoted then there is a good chance that we will be able to see a Premier League match in Jacksonville in the near future.

1.  No way this happens.

2.  See rule #1.

3.  Just in case, make sure Fulham's players all get the flu this month.

What a terrible idea.  Who are you going to bring to the US?  United vs City?  Chelsea/Arsenal?  WBA vs Bournemouth?  That'll pack 'em in.  This guy is a promoter, nothing more.  He is throwing crap up against the wall just to see if any of it sticks.

I think any PL match would do well in the states. Also, I'm sure that NBC is pushing for an abroad week as well.

I don't share your enthusiasm for this, but I wouldn't mind being wrong about that market.

[Adam White]

I assume you're talking about a friendly, right?

No.  This promoter believes that the PL will play a 39th game, on the record.

That was shot down in 2014. It might be resurrected again, but I would be surprised to see it happen. FIFA, UEFA and all the supporters' groups oppose overseas matches.

Another thing to consider is that if it does happen, there are no guarantees it will be the USA that gets the games. It could be India, Malaysia, China or somewhere else. Jacksonville seems like a long shot, even if the 39th game thing gets legs.

[JaxAvondale]

I assume you're talking about a friendly, right?

No.  This promoter believes that the PL will play a 39th game, on the record.

That was shot down in 2014. It might be resurrected again, but I would be surprised to see it happen. FIFA, UEFA and all the supporters' groups oppose overseas matches.

Another thing to consider is that if it does happen, there are no guarantees it will be the USA that gets the games. It could be India, Malaysia, China or somewhere else. Jacksonville seems like a long shot, even if the 39th game thing gets legs.

Agreed! That is why I stated that Jax would need for Fulham to get promoted in order to get a match.

[Adam White]

I assume you're talking about a friendly, right?

No.  This promoter believes that the PL will play a 39th game, on the record.

That was shot down in 2014. It might be resurrected again, but I would be surprised to see it happen. FIFA, UEFA and all the supporters' groups oppose overseas matches.

Another thing to consider is that if it does happen, there are no guarantees it will be the USA that gets the games. It could be India, Malaysia, China or somewhere else. Jacksonville seems like a long shot, even if the 39th game thing gets legs.

Agreed! That is why I stated that Jax would need for Fulham to get promoted in order to get a match.

I don't see it making much of a difference, really. I guess if they play 10 matches in one country, there would be a possibility that Jax could get one with Fulham. But I think the plan called for multiple matches in the same city or cities, so it would mean Jax would have to get a few matches. Of course, all of this is conjecture and the plan could be tweaked. But I don't see it happening, as opposition is so strong.

[bencrix]

I hope it happens, but a lot has to go right for Fulham to win promotion...

Speaking of London clubs, where's that Gamblor bloke?

Was wondering how work is coming along on his clever St. Totteringham's Day memes?

[Adam White]

I hope it happens, but a lot has to go right for Fulham to win promotion...

Speaking of London clubs, where's that Gamblor bloke?

Was wondering how work is coming along on his clever St. Totteringham's Day memes?

Probably getting ready to go to the "pub" tonight and sing at the television while polishing off some authentic "Irish" sliders or nachos or something.

Anyway - I just checked the table. Fulham are just outside the playoff spots, right? It's not inconceivable that they could be promoted.

[bencrix]

Fulham: certainly not inconceivable at all. Just a lot of work left to do, particularly as it looks like they'd be aiming for the playoffs - anything can happen there. I hope it happens!

[Adam White]

Fulham: certainly not inconceivable at all. Just a lot of work left to do, particularly as it looks like they'd be aiming for the playoffs - anything can happen there. I hope it happens!

I don't watch the Championship, but I try to keep an eye on it when I remember. I seem to recall them doing rather poorly last season. Perhaps even looking like a possible candidate for relegation at some point? Looks like they've turned their fortunes around, to say the least.

Maybe the curse of Michael Jackson's ghost was short-lived.

[Adam White]

I hope it happens, but a lot has to go right for Fulham to win promotion...

Speaking of London clubs, where's that Gamblor bloke?

Was wondering how work is coming along on his clever St. Totteringham's Day memes?

I'm not one to engage in much banter, because I think it's stupid. But I'd be lying if tonight's result didn't make me smile. There are still seven games left (or eight, for Arsenal) and anything could happen. I've been watching football (and Spurs) long enough to know not to take anything for granted. But still...

[bencrix]

I'm not one to engage in much banter, because I think it's stupid. But I'd be lying if tonight's result didn't make me smile.

I know what you mean and tend to agree. I follow Spurs, but since I am not from North London / London / England (i.e. a dilettante), I can say that I actually admire Arsenal as a comparatively well run club that plays in an attractive style, but Gamblor's anti-Spurs meme fit earlier in this season was way over the top and deserving of whatever negative karma it generated - such as a shellacking at the hands of Crystal Palace  .

[Adam White]

Fulham: certainly not inconceivable at all. Just a lot of work left to do, particularly as it looks like they'd be aiming for the playoffs - anything can happen there. I hope it happens!

Guess who just crept into the playoff places?

[TimmyB]

Fulham: certainly not inconceivable at all. Just a lot of work left to do, particularly as it looks like they'd be aiming for the playoffs - anything can happen there. I hope it happens!

Guess who just crept into the playoff places?

Arsenal?

[Adam White]

Fulham: certainly not inconceivable at all. Just a lot of work left to do, particularly as it looks like they'd be aiming for the playoffs - anything can happen there. I hope it happens!

Guess who just crept into the playoff places?

Arsenal?

Fulham. Though Arsenal did just move back into sixth place with their entirely unconvincing win at Boro.

[TimmyB]

Fulham: certainly not inconceivable at all. Just a lot of work left to do, particularly as it looks like they'd be aiming for the playoffs - anything can happen there. I hope it happens!

Guess who just crept into the playoff places?

Arsenal?

Fulham. Though Arsenal did just move back into sixth place with their entirely unconvincing win at Boro.

I was joking, Adam!  I knew what was going on; I just love taking shots at Arsenal when they present themselves!!!