gator Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 Not the start most of us expected from Forge, this is an important match, a loss here and there will be many questions starting to be asked! Bekker was much better in the 2nd match and will be missed, my 2 biggest concerns are finishing off the chances created and weak play by CB's, Haber could have much joy tonight! Ams1984 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rintaran Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 21 minutes ago, gator said: Not the start most of us expected from Forge, this is an important match, a loss here and there will be many questions starting to be asked! Bekker was much better in the 2nd match and will be missed, my 2 biggest concerns are finishing off the chances created and weak play by CB's, Haber could have much joy tonight! Bekker will be missed by Forge supporters (and many teams in the #FanPL), but the suspension is justified. Forge's loss to Halifax gives me a lot of hope that Pacific can beat Hamilton. Pacific will have McNaughton back tonight after his red-card suspension. I fully expect him to return to the lineup and McCurdy to return to the bench. Hopefully Haber stops aiming for the posts and starts going for the net itself. So many missed missed chances in the last couple matches, and he needs to get his follow-through down if Pacific are going to be fighting at the top of the table this season. Anyone know if Staro is back from injury? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davey_twelve Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 Staro is listed as questionable on the match preview. I'm interested to see Pacific's tactical approach tonight. This is their first away game, they'll actually have some game tape on Forge and I think they've got some simple tweaks to make for a more fluid attack. ted 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gator Posted May 8, 2019 Author Share Posted May 8, 2019 1 minute ago, davey_twelve said: Staro is listed as questionable on the match preview. I'm interested to see Pacific's tactical approach tonight. This is their first away game, they'll actually have some game tape on Forge and I think they've got some simple tweaks to make for a more fluid attack. From watching both of Pacific's matches so far I would not change a lot, sooner or later Haber will find the net and Forge's defensive play has been questionable at times, there may be a bit of desperation in what we see from the Hamilton side! Ams1984 and ted 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gator Posted May 8, 2019 Author Share Posted May 8, 2019 It's going to be cool again this evening at THF, 7C and windy, I'll be layering up for this and Osorioing (wearing gloves) that $5 draught is cold on the hands! I don't think there has been a CPL match played in nice conditions yet, it is spring in Canada so you know to expect anything! baulderdash77 and HfxCeltic 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HfxCeltic Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 12 minutes ago, gator said: It's going to be cool again this evening at THF, 7C and windy, I'll be layering up for this and Osorioing (wearing gloves) that $5 draught is cold on the hands! I don't think there has been a CPL match played in nice conditions yet, it is spring in Canada so you know to expect anything! Your foresight is impressive.....gloveless in Halifax on Saturday and that cold beer chilled me to the bones. gator 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baulderdash77 Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 I may also “Osorio it” tonight or at least be prepared. I’m looking forward to tonight though. It’s going to be interesting to see how Hamilton plays without its Captain. I think a 1 game suspension is what he should have gotten for what it’s worth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hybred Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 Ya I think the 2 games was a bit much, definitely sucks because he played much better against Halifax. I do think though with the travel and playing away the first time Pacific should be in tough and hopefully Forge get their first win of the season. I will be dressed for the weather and hope it isn't windy!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
masster Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 2 hours ago, gator said: I don't think there has been a CPL match played in nice conditions yet, it is spring in Canada so you know to expect anything! The Pacific FC inaugural match was glorious. (but maybe the west coast doesn't really count) longlugan 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fil Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 No Bekker! No problem! 3-0 goals by Novac, Welshman, Frano Chonoire is the man of the match Maybe Forge should appeal the two game ban...... "Please, can we get a three game ban?!" Greatest Cockney Rip Off, xabuep2, longlugan and 1 other 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grandbloke Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 1 hour ago, fil said: Chonoire is the man of the match The guy’s name is Choinière. Thought he played well, but somewhat conservatively most of the time. He’s quite capable of taking guys on and dribbling by them, but he didn’t try much of that tonight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gator Posted May 9, 2019 Author Share Posted May 9, 2019 7 hours ago, masster said: The Pacific FC inaugural match was glorious. (but maybe the west coast doesn't really count) OK, lose the left coast paranoia😀, I watched that match, wasn't it extremely windy? It was cool and windy again at THF, the supporters section was quite full and there was great atmosphere, I look forward to better weather when everyone shows up! Grandbloke 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RickC Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 (edited) I see in the Attendance thread that there were 5,861 at THF. Mildly disappointing at first, but mostly due to increasing expectations. If you told me a couple of years ago that we'd have a mid-week early May match with 5,861 in attendance I would have fallen off my chair. Even if I wasn't seated in one. So, pleased about the number. A bit odd seeing so many empty seats (the upper deck) but after a while not off-putting. Thought the atmosphere was pretty good. Entertaining match from a Forge fan's perspective. I'm not sure who I would have picked as MOM but maybe Novak if only for his goal, spectacular. Being at the game gives a different perspective than watching on TV or an app: when the game was 2-0 we saw Borges taking off his warmup jacket and putting on his game shirt, then the third goal, then Borges putting back on his warmup jacket. Shows the intent to really go for the win with just a two goal lead. Nice to see Roberts pick up a shutout, now who to play in goal for Sunday? Given the stadium size, the supporter's group easily made themselves heard on the other side (we're in section 104). Did BSB really have the chant "you f****d up" whenever a PFC player shot wide or made errant passes? Despite a PC stadium ban on profanity, it made me laugh. Edited May 9, 2019 by RickC masster 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hybred Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 I definitely heard the "you f****d up chant" lol, I definitely hope for some sellouts at 10,000 once the weather isn't shit, but who knows when that will be Sunday looks like it will be cold and rainy, one day it will be above 10 degrees at a game I hope. I do wonder however if the phone only tickets might cause an issue as really no walkup fans. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ozzie_the_parrot Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 Doing a good job on camera angles there to hide the sight of empty seats that makes Fury webstreams a bit depressing at times. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Real Marc Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 Why are they not filling the seats on the TV-facing side first? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hybred Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 1 hour ago, The Real Marc said: Why are they not filling the seats on the TV-facing side first? SSH people picked their own seats. I chose the other side I guess a lot of people did?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stryker911 Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 3 hours ago, RickC said: I see in the Attendance thread that there were 5,861 at THF. Mildly disappointing at first, but mostly due to increasing expectations. If you told me a couple of years ago that we'd have a mid-week early May match with 5,861 in attendance I would have fallen off my chair. Even if I wasn't seated in one. So, pleased about the number. A bit odd seeing so many empty seats (the upper deck) but after a while not off-putting. Thought the atmosphere was pretty good. Entertaining match from a Forge fan's perspective. I'm not sure who I would have picked as MOM but maybe Novak if only for his goal, spectacular. Being at the game gives a different perspective than watching on TV or an app: when the game was 2-0 we saw Borges taking off his warmup jacket and putting on his game shirt, then the third goal, then Borges putting back on his warmup jacket. Shows the intent to really go for the win with just a two goal lead. Nice to see Roberts pick up a shutout, now who to play in goal for Sunday? Given the stadium size, the supporter's group easily made themselves heard on the other side (we're in section 104). Did BSB really have the chant "you f****d up" whenever a PFC player shot wide or made errant passes? Despite a PC stadium ban on profanity, it made me laugh. 2 hours ago, Hybred said: I definitely heard the "you f****d up chant" lol, I definitely hope for some sellouts at 10,000 once the weather isn't ****, but who knows when that will be Sunday looks like it will be cold and rainy, one day it will be above 10 degrees at a game I hope. I do wonder however if the phone only tickets might cause an issue as really no walkup fans. Maybe some people find it funny, but I have seats in section 113, and it is not great when I am sitting there with my 3 year old and he hears that all game long... The Real Marc 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Langs Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 6 minutes ago, Stryker911 said: Maybe some people find it funny, but I have seats in section 113, and it is not great when I am sitting there with my 3 year old and he hears that all game long... Honestly, I can see where you’re coming from but why would you buy tickets near the supporters section? Of course there’s going to be crude language. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stryker911 Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 3 minutes ago, Langs said: Honestly, I can see where you’re coming from but why would you buy tickets near the supporters section? Of course there’s going to be crude language. Because I thought it would be a fun, family-friendly atmosphere. The Real Marc 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Langs Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 3 minutes ago, Stryker911 said: Because I thought it would be a fun, family-friendly atmosphere. Again, not trying to be to critical here because I want everyone to have fun. But maybe it’s an important lesson for soccer matches in the future. Supporters sections are always the rowdiest and often times not the most family-friendly place to be. deschamp86 and red card 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toontownman Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 1 hour ago, The Real Marc said: Why are they not filling the seats on the TV-facing side first? Optics wise this might be something to look at but I am sure as the weather heats up and the league continues the attendance and following will also increase. I feel the same about Calgary. That is great they sold all those expensive season tickets in the centre of the main stand but when it could be to rich fairweather fans that will turn up on a whim rather than every week the look is damaging, especially as its the main camera shot. It doesn't look good. The club, league and those that are there know different of course when they can see away from the camera is filled. It's probably not nearly as big a deal as it grates on me though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Macksam Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 24 minutes ago, Stryker911 said: Maybe some people find it funny, but I have seats in section 113, and it is not great when I am sitting there with my 3 year old and he hears that all game long... It could be a lot worse....he could have been shooting up heroin under some dingy bridge. Enduring bad language is more preferable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hybred Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 39 minutes ago, Stryker911 said: Maybe some people find it funny, but I have seats in section 113, and it is not great when I am sitting there with my 3 year old and he hears that all game long... I am surprised you decided to sit right next to supporters section with a child, if you have attended TFC games previously especially in the beginning it was much of the same. I do think you shoudn't have to endure it because this is a family game so hopefully they clean that part up, but I am pretty sure that chant was only said at 1 point in the game in the second half, at least I didn't hear it in 103. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unnamed Trialist Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 (edited) 57 minutes ago, Stryker911 said: Because I thought it would be a fun, family-friendly atmosphere. It is. But with the work fck included. My kid heard that all his childhood, and he speaks lovely in three language and uses maybe a tenth of the foul language of his dad. Let your kid teach you something. Edited May 9, 2019 by Unnamed Trialist red card, youllneverwalkalone and gator 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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