apbsmith Posted April 21, 2018 Share Posted April 21, 2018 Absolutely insane, glad he is in a better spot now. This may be the only dual national (not playing for Canada). I will forever support. Much respect. Obinna 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Obinna Posted April 21, 2018 Share Posted April 21, 2018 23 hours ago, BuzzAndSting said: No, that’s why I said “someone was gassing their own people.” The UN investigators have found definitive proof of sarin poisoning and almost certain use of surface to air missels to deliver it, however they were not tasked with determining the perpetrators. The gas attacks have occurred in opposition held areas so it’s either the opposition doing it to themselves, the Assad regime or a group who is opposed to the opposition. Right. What bothers me though is when people jump to conclusions about who did it, because there is no proof of who did (as far as I know). Nothing wrong with speculating and saying, "I think it was Assad" or "I think it was the FSA", but to talk as if you know for sure who's responsible, well that just rubs me the wrong way. And it's sad enough to hear people on this board do that, but it is dangerous when powerful representatives of countries go on record and make claims (again, without proof) that it was Assad, and then act accordingly. It theatens the fragile peace that we have in this world. And as far as I am concered, even if you are only a just an average joe, if you irresponsibly perpetuate such claims without the evidence to back it up, you are part of the problem. Innocent until proven guilty. Grizzly 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grizzly Posted April 21, 2018 Share Posted April 21, 2018 18 hours ago, Dub Narcotic said: You can look at any independent civilian casualty count of the war in Syria and find that the Syrian-Iran-Russia-Hezbollah axis is responsible for somewhere around 90% of all civilian casualties in the current war, a war that was started when Assad's government started bombing civilian protesters whom were protesting for democracy as part of the Arab Spring. This doesn't include the incredible number of people not killed in combat but tortured to death in Assad's prisons or the lucky ones who were just flat out assassinated for being part of any kind of civilian opposition to Assad. This is nothing new for the Assad Baath communist dictatorship, as his father was responsible for some of the worst crimes against humanity in the 1980's, repeatedly massacring whole towns that were against his rule. As usual, the Soviets/Russians have their 'Useful Idiots', whether they be called Trump or Grizzly who love to repeat their propaganda, no matter how ridiculous, for whatever psychological or ideological reason that only they can say. As for Babouli, it was stupid as hell to go into this war zone, and he's not the first athlete to run into problems with conscription when playing in a country with mandatory military service where citizenship is held. Its the reason many Israelis immigrants will not go back to play in leagues there, for example. Using an argument that someone is "useful idiot" or "Putin bot" or some other insult is just an attempt to discredit someone instead of actually presenting any sort of valid argument. Additionally, I love how you grouped me in with Trump in that regard, the guy who just bombed Syria and did exactly what both I and Russia and all its according to you "useful idiots" oppose. You are not exactly making a lot of sense here. What exactly has the "useful idiot" Trump done for Russia if he is as you claim he is Putin's Bitch? He hasn't bombed Syria enough for you? Hasn't put enough sanctions on Russia or expelled enough diplomats? Let's not forget that the whole RussiaGate narrative is based on the idea that Russia exposed the DNC rigging their own candidate election which led to an election between the victor of the rigged primary who advocated bombing Syria running against someone who advocated not bombing Syria and having good relations with Russia (the only part of his platform that made sense) who has now bombed Syria either because he was lying or the President is not actually free to do what he wants to do. And control of the media has made the debate about who revealed that the US elections were rigged as opposed to a criminal investigation and prosecution into those who rigged the election. This does not give the US much moral authority to spread democracy around the world. I would suggest that any organization claiming that one side is killing 90% of the people in any war is likely not very independent or fair. It certainly does not square with even basic evidence like the extensive damage to government controlled areas in Syria or the way in which our forces have flattened cities like Raqqa. The Arab Spring did begin with some justified protests against rulers and living conditions in Arab countries. I myself have visited Tunisia where it started during the Ben Ali years and am well aware of the repressiveness of his government. However, the protests were quickly hijacked by our western powers and used to overthrow governments we do not like and brought chaos and destruction to the region which was never the intent of the original protesters. Syria followed a similar pattern to western regime changes everywhere, there is some legitimate moderate opposition who we give money to and encourage. However, moderate protesters are a problem for us since they will usually come up with a reasonable solution of compromise with the government and not fulfill our aims. So we also fund and arm the radicals who are willing to overthrow the government. Then in the middle of some justified protests there are also extremists killing and attacking the government and when the government responds our media claims "Assad, Ghaddafy, etc" are firing on peaceful protesters when in fact they are fighting against a radical foreign funded and armed rebellion. The foreign funding also delegitimizes the moderate protesters with some valid claims because they then either switch to the government or become part of an opposition of radicals acting in the interests of a foreign government. Obinna and romurra 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Obinna Posted April 21, 2018 Share Posted April 21, 2018 On 18/04/2018 at 11:12 AM, Dub Narcotic said: Frankly, it's disgusting that Babouli is playing there in tacit support of the regime and disgusting that the World Cup is going ahead in Russia this year, but, "The Beautiful Game..." 22 hours ago, Dub Narcotic said: As usual, the Soviets/Russians have their 'Useful Idiots', whether they be called Trump or Grizzly who love to repeat their propaganda, no matter how ridiculous, for whatever psychological or ideological reason that only they can say. Wow. If you think the Russia is any worse than the US, you should consider your quoted statements and take a very long look in the mirror. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpg75 Posted April 21, 2018 Share Posted April 21, 2018 Rrrrussssiiiiaaaaa, fuck yeah! Here to save the motherfuckin' day! Dirka dirka, boyz. Bison44 and Obinna 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vince193 Posted April 22, 2018 Share Posted April 22, 2018 Remember when this thread was about a soccer player? Toje, Zem, Blackjack15 and 6 others 7 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grizzly Posted October 31, 2018 Share Posted October 31, 2018 On 4/19/2018 at 10:48 AM, El Hombre said: Oh good, political discussions. This should be interesting. I'm tempted to show a picture of any stadium in North America and wonder aloud how many in the crowd work for General Dynamics or Lockheed Martin and how they live with themselves... I was in New England for the Impact`s last game of the season and they were showing Raytheon ads on the electronic displays below the stands. I suspect the same people on here who were condemning Babouli for playing in Syria aren`t going to similarly condemn the Revolution players or MLS in general. Raytheon is a local company based in Massachusetts yet it is still interesting that they advertise in the stadium since no spectators are going to purchase anything they manufacture. https://www.salon.com/2018/06/27/raytheons-profits-boom-alongside-civilian-deaths-in-yemen_partner/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bison44 Posted October 31, 2018 Share Posted October 31, 2018 Any news on MO?? I kind of thought he might turn up at one of the open trials. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackdude Posted October 31, 2018 Share Posted October 31, 2018 1 minute ago, Bison44 said: Any news on MO?? I kind of thought he might turn up at one of the open trials. I would have been shocked if he went there. Babouli is a somewhat known commodity. He wouldn't need to show up at the Trials. I think Trials is more for players who are unknown by CPL and I don't think there were players who were bigger names than Babouli at those. Oranje, Gian-Luca and Obinna 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grizzly Posted October 31, 2018 Share Posted October 31, 2018 21 minutes ago, Bison44 said: Any news on MO?? I kind of thought he might turn up at one of the open trials. I checked and could not find any information about whether he was still at Al Ittihad Aleppo or not. If he is with them he hasn`t scored in any of their 5 games so far this season. I couldn`t find team lineups to any of their games but the scorers are listed and he is not listed as having scored. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackjack15 Posted October 31, 2018 Share Posted October 31, 2018 This is the extreme that Canadians will go to play professional football ⚽️ The fact that Babouli is in Syria, a country that’s still in a war zone Is absolutely bizarre Lets bring him home to Canada where he was born and raised and will only have to worry about playing the game he and many other love johnyb 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RS Posted October 31, 2018 Share Posted October 31, 2018 Babouli's been back home in Mississauga for a while, at least according to his social media posts. I'd like to see him hook up with Forge or York 9. gator and Blackjack15 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jordan Posted October 31, 2018 Share Posted October 31, 2018 Hes Been picked up by the Mississauga MetroStars for the upcoming MASL season. Blackjack15 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gator Posted October 31, 2018 Share Posted October 31, 2018 I'm still bitter about him being released for Vanney's couch surfer Ben Spencer, that didn't work out so well did it? He gave the ball away trying a back heel pass in the attacking third and it ended up in a goal against, he never played for TFC again, maybe Vanney should hold those same standards to some of his favourites! Bison44 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toontownman Posted October 31, 2018 Share Posted October 31, 2018 Likely heading for CPL then? MASL has a 24 game schedule beginning December 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shamrock Posted October 31, 2018 Share Posted October 31, 2018 He would be a great addition to the CPL considering he already had a shot at MLS and might be just below that level ATM and would probably end up being one of the better attacking players in the up and coming league. toontownman 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Diego Posted October 31, 2018 Share Posted October 31, 2018 I'll always have a soft spot for the this guy for some weird reason. Perfect player for the CPL. toontownman and gator 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Northvansteve Posted October 31, 2018 Share Posted October 31, 2018 Prediction: Mo Babouli will be CPL 2019 Player of the Year jpg75, toontownman, Blackjack15 and 2 others 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackjack15 Posted October 31, 2018 Share Posted October 31, 2018 (edited) 5 hours ago, toontownman said: Likely heading for CPL then? MASL has a 24 game schedule beginning December 1 CPL would be the ideal league for him! Until April he can stay fit and play in his native Missausaga When does the MASL season end? can someone investigate Edited October 31, 2018 by Thomas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jith12 Posted October 31, 2018 Share Posted October 31, 2018 10 minutes ago, Blackjack15 said: CPL would be the ideal league for him! Until April he can stay fit and play in his native Missausaga When does the MASL season end? Also found this on his Instagram: Could this mean he’s trained/been called up to Syria’s NT and changed allegiance!! can someone investigate Not sure about this season, but last season went from October to March. johnyb and toontownman 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vince193 Posted November 1, 2018 Share Posted November 1, 2018 He's going to be playing for Mississauga in the MASL with De Ro and Adrian Cann! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jordan Posted November 1, 2018 Share Posted November 1, 2018 12 minutes ago, Vince193 said: He's going to be playing for Mississauga in the MASL with De Ro and Adrian Cann! Posted above yesterday, they are probably going to be a pretty fun team to watch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kent Posted November 1, 2018 Share Posted November 1, 2018 12 minutes ago, Vince193 said: He's going to be playing for Mississauga in the MASL with De Ro and Adrian Cann! So does that mean Babouli is... retired? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nolando Posted January 7, 2019 Share Posted January 7, 2019 https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=1925562594229063&id=1407721606013167 A little video I stumbled across online Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shamrock Posted January 7, 2019 Share Posted January 7, 2019 I'd love to see him tearing it up at Halifax! Bison44 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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