RS Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 16 minutes ago, Obinna said: Perhaps he is taking a dig at the media for fervently reporting on any player who tests positive for COVID 19. It certainly captures the attention of the pearl clutchers, but it is really growing tiresome for the rest of us. So the media's only supposed to report on positive tests when it's players like Cristiano Ronaldo or Neymar that test positive? So when a Raul Ruidiaz or Weston McKennie gets it and it's reported, that's just to appease the pearl clutchers and not pertinent to soccer in this part of the world? Even if he was "taking a dig," it still makes no sense. Players are going on international break and contracting the virus. That has real-world consequences, regardless of whether you believe COVID is dangerous or not. It's the media's job to report on it, not to appease those who are "tired" of it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamboAl Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 1 hour ago, SpursFlu said: Your right, I feel terrible about myself. You sound very intelligent. When they pull that string in your back what else do you say? I have an honours degree in Microbiology and Immunology from McGill. So yeah, I know how viruses work as opposed to your opinions on virology. And for the record, I wants us to play a friendly in Europe. Ol'Bill, dyslexic nam, LeoH037 and 10 others 11 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Hombre Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 1 minute ago, JamboAl said: I have an honours degree in Microbiology and Immunology from McGill. So yeah, I know how viruses work as opposed to your opinions on virology. And for the record, I wants us to play a friendly in Europe. QUIT BEING A PEARL-CLUTCHER AL! BuzzAndSting, JamboAl and aloyol 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpursFlu Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 Everyone chill... lets just focus on the potential of the friendly. If people don't want Canada to play maybe start another a thread called.. reasons Cantnada shouldn't play soccer games or something. I can guarantee I won't bother to go and make fun of people there This thread is to discuss a November friendly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Obinna Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 Just now, RS said: So the media's only supposed to report on positive tests when it's players like Cristiano Ronaldo or Neymar that test positive? So when a Raul Ruidiaz or Weston McKennie gets it and it's reported, that's just to appease the pearl clutchers and not pertinent to soccer in this part of the world? Even if he was "taking a dig," it still makes no sense. Players are going on international break and contracting the virus. That has real-world consequences, regardless of whether you believe COVID is dangerous or not. The media is doing exactly what they are suppose to do, which is to grab attention. The bigger the player the more hoopla. It is not about appeasement, it is about views and coronavirus still gets views, especially from the people who still live in fear. Everyone else is increasingly tuning it out. johnyb and afun 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Hombre Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 I love this. SpursFlu lobs a grenade and then says "Come on everybody, just chill." I have to try that. RS, JamboAl, canucklefan and 5 others 7 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dyslexic nam Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 1 minute ago, El Hombre said: I love this. SpursFlu lobs a grenade and then says "Come on everybody, just chill." I have to try that. Happens fairly often too. This place is getting increasingly annoying. El Hombre, RS and aloyol 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Obinna Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 11 minutes ago, JamboAl said: I have an honours degree in Microbiology and Immunology from McGill. So yeah, I know how viruses work as opposed to your opinions on virology. And for the record, I wants us to play a friendly in Europe. I was kind of hoping your honours degree was in Criminology. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greatest Cockney Rip Off Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 11 minutes ago, El Hombre said: I love this. SpursFlu lobs a grenade and then says "Come on everybody, just chill." I have to try that. He definitely trying to outdo Robert a being the biggest troll on this forum. BuzzAndSting, RS, aloyol and 2 others 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WestHamCanadianinOxford Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 As per above, I am very much for something in November, would love it here and the media here loves talking about Davies. That all said Liverpool has just gone back into what is essentially lockdown. And the paper talk is that another full country one is a distinct possibility. My club team has had positive tests and national teams with West Ham players on them have had positive tests this window (the Czech side playing Scotland right now is without 5 quarantined regulars). So as I said, earlier - dare to dream and get on it while realizing there are some big hurdles to overcome/steps that have to be taken. johnyb 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Obinna Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 (edited) Now that we got that out of our systems, lets gently pull down our masks for a sec to have a lil chat about the topic at hand.. https://www.sportsnet.ca/soccer/article/new-zealand-cancels-match-vs-england-due-covid-19-restrictions/ Seems the issue was pulling together enough players. Their lack of depth means they were likely dependent on the 4 MLS players. NZ has some very tight restrictions, so I wonder if getting the two boys in from Wellington Phoenix would have been an issue. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_Zealand_national_football_team Canada on the other hand has plenty of European-based players. I think we should be able to pull it off. Edited October 14, 2020 by Obinna Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpecialK Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 God I hope we play England, that would be just amazing! It would do wonders for the program and the players. Obinna 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpursFlu Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 (edited) 52 minutes ago, JamboAl said: I have an honours degree in Microbiology and Immunology from McGill. So yeah, I know how viruses work as opposed to your opinions on virology. And for the record, I wants us to play a friendly in Europe. Thats the spirit doc. Lets see this team in action V England Davies, David, Arfield, Estaquao, Hoilett, Larin, Hutch.. maybe even a couple surprises That would be amazing Edited October 14, 2020 by SpursFlu johnyb and Obinna 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuzzAndSting Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 56 minutes ago, SpursFlu said: Everyone chill... lets just focus on the potential of the friendly. Yes, why don’t you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpursFlu Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 4 minutes ago, BuzzAndSting said: Yes, why don’t you? Ok I will.. hugs and hand pounds Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 If nations league didnt didn’t exist we would have played friendlies during this time. I’m ok with never playing one ever again if we have nations league, gold cup and World Cup qualifying fill the schedule with meaningful games. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PiedPilko Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 Race to the bottom for the worst take here... Anyways, I like the idea of playing a team ranked only slightly higher, rather than an England. I think Greece or something would be really cool. N1ckbr0wn and BuzzAndSting 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kadenge Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 5 minutes ago, Alex said: If nations league didnt didn’t exist we would have played friendlies during this time. I’m ok with never playing one ever again if we have nations league, gold cup and World Cup qualifying fill the schedule with meaningful games. Unfortunately with both CNL and GC we ended up playing non FIFA nations & coupled with our loss to Haiti dropped us below El Salvador in FIFA rankings. Until our ranking improves, friendlies should be on the table. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpecialK Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 Playing England would great way to see where our program is at. Most of the A squad plays in Europe. We have young talent players like Millar and Theo and others ready to showcase. The game might be a good way to bring in some dual nationals just imagine if we play well vs England. Everyone would go crazy! the program needs that exposure. johnyb and Obinna 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Obinna Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 Whoever we play next month, if we play, we should call Mitrovic. We do not want another Yankov situation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 12 minutes ago, Kadenge said: Unfortunately with both CNL and GC we ended up playing non FIFA nations & coupled with our loss to Haiti dropped us below El Salvador in FIFA rankings. Until our ranking improves, friendlies should be on the table. I slightly regretted posting that when I did. You’re right Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bison44 Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 10 minutes ago, Obinna said: Whoever we play next month, if we play, we should call Mitrovic. We do not want another Yankov situation. Sometimes I dont mind a little Yankov situation. It can be very relaxing. Obinna, Strait Red and Club Linesman 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Obinna Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 33 minutes ago, PiedPilko said: Race to the bottom for the worst take here... Anyways, I like the idea of playing a team ranked only slightly higher, rather than an England. I think Greece or something would be really cool. I think it is valid to question the value of getting spanked by England. On the other hand, if we have a good showing it would be great for our confidence. I still remember losing to Argentina 5-1, but there was also the 3-2 loss to Brazil in Seattle. I think it would be more of a Brazil situation with the players we now have. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RS Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 29 minutes ago, SpecialK said: Playing England would great way to see where our program is at. Most of the A squad plays in Europe. We have young talent players like Millar and Theo and others ready to showcase. The game might be a good way to bring in some dual nationals just imagine if we play well vs England. Everyone would go crazy! the program needs that exposure. Unfortunately the two best non-Davies fullbacks (Laryea and ZBG) wouldn't be available for this hypothetical game. I think they'd do extremely well in a match like this, if we're talking about exposure for players. N1ckbr0wn 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
N1ckbr0wn Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 41 minutes ago, PiedPilko said: Race to the bottom for the worst take here... Anyways, I like the idea of playing a team ranked only slightly higher, rather than an England. I think Greece or something would be really cool. I agree with this. I’d rather play England when we’re not playing them with a watered down squad. We’re missing a lot of our depth, and we’re severely undermanned at RB with this only euro squad. Nonetheless, I’ll take any friendly at this moment Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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