@piersmorgan It makes sense for the Olympics because it is genuinely a competitive match that even though you are disappointed to not get to the final (gold and silver) you have to regroup for the Bronze medal winner. But in WC it makes no sense. They don't do it for CL or anything else.
An American soldier, Iraq 2005.
"Those Brits are a strange old race. They show affection by abusing each other, will think nothing of casually stopping in the middle of a firefight for a 'brewup' and eat food that I wouldn't give to a dying dog. But fuck me, I would rather have one British squaddie on side than an entire battalion of Spetznaz! Why? Because the British are the only people in this world who when the chips are down and it seems like there is no hope left, instead of getting sentimental or hysterical, will strap on their pack, charge their rifle, light up a smoke, and calmly and wryly grin, 'Well, are we going then you wanker?" 🏴 🇬🇧
@Living4aLiving_ This is just nonsense and says more you and plays right into the stereotype of Americans have no idea about what happens outside of their borders. I always used to say for Americans, their version of International news is what is happening on the other coast!
@JamesSurowiecki They both have their complexities, just like any sport. They both have intricacies of tactics. It's like trying to compare baseball with cricket.
While football does not cause domestic abuse, stats show that incidents can spike during major tournaments. The 'Unspoken Stat' is called xV, and that stands for expected violence against women after the game. A study by Lancaster University has shown that domestic abuse incidents can rise by 38% when England lose and 26% even when England win so the xV is a frightening statistic, and we can all help.
Support and information is available from domestic abuse charities @ichoosefreedomcharity & @leedswomensaid or you can call the national domestic abuse helpline number on 0808 2000 #TheUnspokenStat
RULES FOR SONS:
1. Never shake a man’s hand sitting down.
2. Don’t enter a pool by the stairs.
3. The man at the BBQ Grill is the closest thing to a king.
4. In a negotiation, never make the first offer.
5. Request the late check-out.
6. When entrusted with a secret, keep it.
7. Hold your heroes to a higher standard.
8. Return a borrowed car with a full tank of gas.
9. Play with passion or not at all…
10. When shaking hands, grip firmly and look them in the eye.
11. Don’t let a wishbone grow where a backbone should be.
12. If you need music on the beach, you’re missing the point.
13. Carry two handkerchiefs. The one in your back pocket is for you. The one in your breast pocket is for her.
14. You marry the girl, you marry her family.
15. Be like a duck. Remain calm on the surface and paddle like crazy underneath.
16. Experience the serenity of traveling alone.
17. Never be afraid to ask out the best looking girl in the room.
18. Never turn down a breath mint.
19. A sport coat is worth 1000 words.
20. Try writing your own eulogy. Never stop revising.
21. Thank a veteran. Then make it up to him.
22. Eat lunch with the new kid.
23. After writing an angry email, read it carefully. Then delete it.
24. Ask your mom to play. She won’t let you win.
25. Manners maketh the man.
26. Give credit. Take the blame.
27. Stand up to Bullies. Protect those bullied.
28. Write down your dreams.
29. Always protect your siblings (and teammates).
30. Be confident and humble at the same time.
31. Call and visit your parents often. They miss you.
32. The healthiest relationships are those where you’re a team; where you respect, protect, and stand up for each other.
@JonathanPieNews How do you check the age of people then? Just ask nicely? I completely disagree with the premise anyway. Banning kids won't solve it, they'll find other ways. Go after the cause - the companies, the algorithms, the incentives, the evil b*stards promoting this stuff for clicks
@PaulQ1989@HLTCO Exactly. I've been to a few Sooners games and it's a great atmosphere mainly because you have lots of 20-somethings getting hyped up. The stadiums are funded purely by the rich community heads amd the players are all students..
@HLTCO Are you not worried that our Homegrown percentage is terrible. I believe we had a few youngsters going to under 'x' tournaments but hopefully a new manager can bring some of these through.
Having reflected on our European Final win, we wanted to thank Rayo Vallecano supporters for their passion and contribution to the atmosphere and spectacle on the night. On line message boards and social media are full of stories of how brilliant they were. Not just at the match, but before and after.
Like Palace, their club has existed for many years without ever reaching recent heights, their fans take pride in supporting their local club and more importantly their community. As Palace fans have done previously, they stayed long after the end and supported their team even in defeat. We see Rayo as something of a kindred spirit with Crystal Palace.
We wish Rayo Vallecano and their supporters every success for the future.
#cpfc #rayovallecano