Minhosa Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 Don't think that the English FA aren't behind this in some way either btw. I think that bid team with Beckham, the Princes et al was fucking furious after the outcome and from that point on I imagine they plotted their revenge. I'd say it's nailed on that British Intelligence has played a role in this somewhere. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flip Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 The WC shouldn't be going to nations that don't have the proper infrastructure, accommodations, transportation and of course sporting stadiums either. If the Cup becomes a positive catalyst for economic growth that can be SUSTAINED, fair enough, but if you're just building s*** for sake of it then not having any way of keeping it long-term its pointless. England should have had another WC by now, and the USA should be in line for another as well. I'm biased, but f*** it. I'd also like to see more Cups in Europe as well. Again more biased towards atmosphere and appreciation etc. So basically in like 4, 5 countries then. Not many countries have sporting stadiums that fit the criteria for a World Cup. Think the World Cup should be spread out to promote the sport, but it should also be done to improve societies in places where they are being hosted and not a for the sole purpose of robbing the country of even more. England should definitely have one soon, but the US? Had one 20 years ago, they could wait another 10-20 years. Australia have to be in line as well as someone said. Qatar don't even have enough cities never mind stadia Qatar is a pisstake though, it's ridiculous. Just look at them hosting the Handball World Cup and buying their team basically. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noodles Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 Don't think that the English FA aren't behind this in some way either btw. I think that bid team with Beckham, the Princes et al was f***ing furious after the outcome and from that point on I imagine they plotted their revenge. I'd say it's nailed on that British Intelligence has played a role in this somewhere. It left a bad taste that all we were shit at was corruption. It was widely acknowledged that our bid was one of the best they'd seen. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NUFC_Chris Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 Aww, I was looking forward to the Qatar WC, what with the 40 degree heat, no beer, women being forced to cover up and the stoning of gays. Would've been a right laugh. Said no one, ever. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanj Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 becks has friends at the DOJ and Swiss Police Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Minhosa Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 Don't think that the English FA aren't behind this in some way either btw. I think that bid team with Beckham, the Princes et al was f***ing furious after the outcome and from that point on I imagine they plotted their revenge. I'd say it's nailed on that British Intelligence has played a role in this somewhere. It left a bad taste that all we were shit at was corruption. It was widely acknowledged that our bid was one of the best they'd seen. Exactly - I think they all felt like they were in with a very good shout and had obviously invested many millions into it. Just not in the right pockets. I have a feeling that the sense of injustice (and cost) just didn't get brushed under the carpet as it had appeared. For every action.......... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
B-more Mag Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 so how long until FIFA bans the U.S because of "political interference in football" Would be the most Partridgeshrug.gif moment. We'd just start our own goddamn international football organization. With playoffs. You like cheerleaders and commercial timeouts? We got 'em!! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 so how long until FIFA bans the U.S because of "political interference in football" Would be the most Partridgeshrug.gif moment. We'd just start our own goddamn international football organization. With playoffs. You like cheerleaders and commercial timeouts? We got 'em!! "The AllState Insurance 'safe hands' save of the night!" I feel like this might already be a thing. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
B-more Mag Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 I can't believe it's not Blatter. http://img.thesun.co.uk/aidemitlum/archive/00804/butter_682x400_804598a.jpg Made me have to go back and dig out: http://www.newcastle-online.org/nufcforum/index.php/topic,91360.msg4460043.html#msg4460043 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdckelly Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 Anshel Pfeffer @AnshelPfeffer 5h5 hours ago The beautiful irony is that #FIFA has been trying for decades to get the Yanks interested in "soccer". They got the FBI interested at least. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TaylorJ_01 Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 http://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/624/media/images/83248000/jpg/_83248568_027406409-1.jpg look at them ffs the first guy is getting his michelin man on. So ancient. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Minhosa Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 Anshel Pfeffer @AnshelPfeffer 5h5 hours ago The beautiful irony is that #FIFA has been trying for decades to get the Yanks interested in "soccer". They got the FBI interested at least. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 http://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/624/media/images/83248000/jpg/_83248568_027406409-1.jpg look at them ffs the first guy is getting his michelin man on. So ancient. You know it's real when they arrest the ball too. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Interpolic Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 Really hope this isn't a crushing anti-climax like the Cliff Richard situation was. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
themanupstairs Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 http://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/624/media/images/83248000/jpg/_83248568_027406409-1.jpg look at them ffs the first guy is getting his michelin man on. So ancient. They all look like lovely decent innocent chaps tbf Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Village Idiot Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 so how long until FIFA bans the U.S because of "political interference in football" Would be the most Partridgeshrug.gif moment. We'd just start our own goddamn international football organization. With playoffs. All international football tournaments have playoffs already. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldtype Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 The DOJ does not fuck around with these sorts of charges. Assuming they can get these dudes extradited to the States they are toast. I don't think I've ever loved the US government more than I do now Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sho Time Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 Don't think that the English FA aren't behind this in some way either btw. I think that bid team with Beckham, the Princes et al was f***ing furious after the outcome and from that point on I imagine they plotted their revenge. I'd say it's nailed on that British Intelligence has played a role in this somewhere. "Sir, Sir! We've recieved intelligence that ISIS are planning a terrorist attack on Haymarket bus station!" "Looka son, I've telt yi once, I've telt yi twice, aal w resources are gannin on bringin' doon the bastards that railedroaded the 2018 bid, Davey B's fuckin' foamin' y'kna" Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldtype Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 "Today's announcement should send a message that enough is enough," said Kelly Currie, acting U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of New York. "After decades of what the indictment alleges to be brazen corruption, organized international soccer needs a new start. "Let me be clear: This indictment is not the final chapter in our investigation." Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sho Time Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 "Today's announcement should send a message that enough is enough," said Kelly Currie, acting U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of New York. "After decades of what the indictment alleges to be brazen corruption, organized international soccer needs a new start. "Let me be clear: This indictment is not the final chapter in our investigation." Kelly Currie is a bloke, mate. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flip Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 Don't think that the English FA aren't behind this in some way either btw. I think that bid team with Beckham, the Princes et al was f***ing furious after the outcome and from that point on I imagine they plotted their revenge. I'd say it's nailed on that British Intelligence has played a role in this somewhere. "Sir, Sir! We've recieved intelligence that ISIS are planning a terrorist attack on Haymarket bus station!" "Looka son, I've telt yi once, I've telt yi twice, aal w resources are gannin on bringin' doon the b******s that railedroaded the 2018 bid, Davey B's fuckin' foamin' y'kna" :lol: Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Minhosa Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 Don't think that the English FA aren't behind this in some way either btw. I think that bid team with Beckham, the Princes et al was f***ing furious after the outcome and from that point on I imagine they plotted their revenge. I'd say it's nailed on that British Intelligence has played a role in this somewhere. "Sir, Sir! We've recieved intelligence that ISIS are planning a terrorist attack on Haymarket bus station!" "Looka son, I've telt yi once, I've telt yi twice, aal w resources are gannin on bringin' doon the bastards that railedroaded the 2018 bid, Davey B's fuckin' foamin' y'kna" Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
henke Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 How the fuck can you arrest half the FIFA top brass and NOT Blatter? Forget about the bribes, half the stuff he says is criminal. I'm actually starting to like the guy though. Not so much in a i'll give him a bell, see if he fancys a pint kind of way. More a how the fuck did he pull that off, again? What a man he is. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parky Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 Extradition, a quick chat and then to Guantanamo pronto. Nice. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thomson Mouse Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 A world cup in Oz would be OK if they didn't use Perth. Still, minging amounts of travel and too much oddly shaped, small stadia. While Perth would be bad for travelling distance it would would be best for showing matches in Europe and the time they are played. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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