Hagar the Horrible Posted January 19, 2022 Share Posted January 19, 2022 We will shut down between 13th November until 17th December Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frankblack Posted January 19, 2022 Share Posted January 19, 2022 (edited) 18 minutes ago, Hagar the Horrible said: We will shut down between 13th November until 17th December If Scotland don't qualify then what is the need? Also, isn't 17th Dec about the right time for the Scottish Government put in their Covid restrictions again? Can't add another winter shutdown or the season would never complete. Edited January 19, 2022 by frankblack Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TyphoonJambo Posted January 19, 2022 Share Posted January 19, 2022 What if Celtic have a glamour friendly planned? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martoon Posted January 19, 2022 Share Posted January 19, 2022 Presumably this will also count as the "mid-winter" break. We surely won't play Dec 24th and/or 26th, 29th and NY derbies then close down again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thomaso Posted January 19, 2022 Share Posted January 19, 2022 1 hour ago, Hagar the Horrible said: We will shut down between 13th November until 17th December Scottish clubs have foreign players who may be playing for their country in the WC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lone Striker Posted January 19, 2022 Share Posted January 19, 2022 25 minutes ago, Thomaso said: Scottish clubs have foreign players who may be playing for their country in the WC Only two such clubs matter though. Both clubs have huge squads and could easily field a decent first team without their WC stars. Presumably the SPFL think that by NOT having the break at the time of the WC, it would hand a "competitive advantage" to everyone else ? If Scotland don't qualify, this decision for a 4 week break needs to be explained. Hopefully Tom English is on the case, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boyces beard Posted January 19, 2022 Share Posted January 19, 2022 It would be interesting to know with the exception of the old firm how many players playing in Scotland's top flight will be at the world cup in Qatar. The rules at the moment are if you have 3 or more players on international duty at the same time you can ask for a postponement, they should leave this rule in place while the world cup is on and then anyone who has 3 or more at the world cup can have their match rescheduled. However if Scotland qualify they should have a break during the Qatar world cup just for the sake of Hearts 😁, feck playing for 5 weeks without Craig Gordon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hagar the Horrible Posted January 19, 2022 Author Share Posted January 19, 2022 Its also important to note that the games resume the day BEFORE the world cup final, hope we dont make it, no CG But I guess the SPFL have taken into consideration that we will Hibs it either during qualification or losing the group games again Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boab Posted January 19, 2022 Share Posted January 19, 2022 I'm sure the powers that be are already drawing up plans to start the season a week early and extend the end to the beginning of June. A hectic Chrimbo period will be on also ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigAlim Posted January 19, 2022 Share Posted January 19, 2022 6 minutes ago, Boyces beard said: It would be interesting to know with the exception of the old firm how many players playing in Scotland's top flight will be at the world cup in Qatar. The rules at the moment are if you have 3 or more players on international duty at the same time you can ask for a postponement, they should leave this rule in place while the world cup is on and then anyone who has 3 or more at the world cup can have their match rescheduled. However if Scotland qualify they should have a break during the Qatar world cup just for the sake of Hearts 😁, feck playing for 5 weeks without Craig Gordon. Plenty time for our Aussie boys to earn a ticket there Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hagar the Horrible Posted January 19, 2022 Author Share Posted January 19, 2022 1 minute ago, Boab said: I'm sure the powers that be are already drawing up plans to start the season a week early and extend the end to the beginning of June. A hectic Chrimbo period will be on also ! 27th May2023 last league games, Scottish cup June 3rd 2023, but starts 30th July 2022; league cup 9th July 2022 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hagar the Horrible Posted January 19, 2022 Author Share Posted January 19, 2022 5 matches in 15 days between December 24th and 7th January Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martoon Posted January 19, 2022 Share Posted January 19, 2022 11 minutes ago, Boyces beard said: It would be interesting to know with the exception of the old firm how many players playing in Scotland's top flight will be at the world cup in Qatar. The rules at the moment are if you have 3 or more players on international duty at the same time you can ask for a postponement, they should leave this rule in place while the world cup is on and then anyone who has 3 or more at the world cup can have their match rescheduled. However if Scotland qualify they should have a break during the Qatar world cup just for the sake of Hearts 😁, feck playing for 5 weeks without Craig Gordon. I think the break is up to and including the 17th. Premier League to resume either on Christmas Eve, or more likely, Boxing day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boyces beard Posted January 19, 2022 Share Posted January 19, 2022 6 minutes ago, BigAlim said: Plenty time for our Aussie boys to earn a ticket there That's a good point mate, I believe Atkinson was due to be called up and surely Cammy must be on there radar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boyces beard Posted January 19, 2022 Share Posted January 19, 2022 12 minutes ago, martoon said: I think the break is up to and including the 17th. Premier League to resume either on Christmas Eve, or more likely, Boxing day. Yeh, imagine selecting a Country where the average temp in the summer is between 36/43°C to host the World Cup, and then being forced to move said tournament to November/ December because its to hot in the summer. It gives you an idea of the level of corruption that was actually in play when making the decision. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Treasurer Posted January 19, 2022 Share Posted January 19, 2022 41 minutes ago, Boab said: I'm sure the powers that be are already drawing up plans to start the season a week early and extend the end to the beginning of June. A hectic Chrimbo period will be on also ! Loads of midweek matches as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pasquale for King Posted January 19, 2022 Share Posted January 19, 2022 1 hour ago, Thomaso said: Scottish clubs have foreign players who may be playing for their country in the WC Just the uglies probably Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pasquale for King Posted January 19, 2022 Share Posted January 19, 2022 53 minutes ago, BigAlim said: Plenty time for our Aussie boys to earn a ticket there Probably better for them to have a rest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pasquale for King Posted January 19, 2022 Share Posted January 19, 2022 53 minutes ago, martoon said: I think the break is up to and including the 17th. Premier League to resume either on Christmas Eve, or more likely, Boxing day. Starting back on 17th. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Howdy Doody Jambo Posted January 19, 2022 Share Posted January 19, 2022 3 minutes ago, Pasquale for King said: Starting back on 17th. 5 matches in 15 days is just stupidly from the powers at the SPFL goes to show they no nothing about football We need professionals in office that have a bit knowledge & common sense Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pasquale for King Posted January 19, 2022 Share Posted January 19, 2022 (edited) 3 minutes ago, The Maroon Pound said: 5 matches in 15 days is just stupidly from the powers at the SPFL goes to show they no nothing about football We need professionals in office that have a bit knowledge & common sense Exactly, can’t wait to see the dates, Xmas eve, Boxing Day, 29th, 1/2nd and 5th 🤦🏽. I doubt the uglies will be happy if they have numerous players away then back to that. I hope we have nobody there. Edited January 19, 2022 by Pasquale for King Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martoon Posted January 19, 2022 Share Posted January 19, 2022 16 minutes ago, Pasquale for King said: Starting back on 17th. 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McCrae Posted January 19, 2022 Share Posted January 19, 2022 I am not a fan of this World Cup.... When you think about the human toll involved in preparing for this tournament serious questions need to be asked about why this has been allowed to go ahead. The lack of comment for football authorities or players is shocking.... anyone taking a knee for this or is it not trendy enough? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wee Mikey Posted January 19, 2022 Share Posted January 19, 2022 7 minutes ago, McCrae said: I am not a fan of this World Cup.... When you think about the human toll involved in preparing for this tournament serious questions need to be asked about why this has been allowed to go ahead. The lack of comment for football authorities or players is shocking.... anyone taking a knee for this or is it not trendy enough? Yup. Something worth booing about. Disgraceful ... "‘We have fallen into a trap’: Qatar’s World Cup dream is a nightmare for hotel staff | Workers' rights | The Guardian" https://amp.theguardian.com/global-development/2021/nov/18/we-have-fallen-into-a-trap-for-hotel-staff-qatar-world-cup-dream-is-a-nightmare Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pasquale for King Posted January 19, 2022 Share Posted January 19, 2022 5 minutes ago, Wee Mikey said: Yup. Something worth booing about. Disgraceful ... "‘We have fallen into a trap’: Qatar’s World Cup dream is a nightmare for hotel staff | Workers' rights | The Guardian" https://amp.theguardian.com/global-development/2021/nov/18/we-have-fallen-into-a-trap-for-hotel-staff-qatar-world-cup-dream-is-a-nightmare Yet they want to do it every two years, in similar places. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
niblick1874 Posted January 19, 2022 Share Posted January 19, 2022 13 minutes ago, McCrae said: I am not a fan of this World Cup.... When you think about the human toll involved in preparing for this tournament serious questions need to be asked about why this has been allowed to go ahead. The lack of comment for football authorities or players is shocking.... anyone taking a knee for this or is it not trendy enough? 4 minutes ago, Wee Mikey said: Yup. Something worth booing about. Disgraceful ... "‘We have fallen into a trap’: Qatar’s World Cup dream is a nightmare for hotel staff | Workers' rights | The Guardian" https://amp.theguardian.com/global-development/2021/nov/18/we-have-fallen-into-a-trap-for-hotel-staff-qatar-world-cup-dream-is-a-nightmare Asa Hartford. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pasquale for King Posted January 19, 2022 Share Posted January 19, 2022 18 minutes ago, McCrae said: I am not a fan of this World Cup.... When you think about the human toll involved in preparing for this tournament serious questions need to be asked about why this has been allowed to go ahead. The lack of comment for football authorities or players is shocking.... anyone taking a knee for this or is it not trendy enough? Hard to be sympathetic for FA that are corrupt as ours and vote in corrupt officials, likewise the millionaires who play the game. Nothing to do with protesting for human equality, the disgusting things happening in Qatar which is linked to this or what you feel is trendy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoGwash Posted January 19, 2022 Share Posted January 19, 2022 49 minutes ago, The Maroon Pound said: 5 matches in 15 days is just stupidly from the powers at the SPFL goes to show they no nothing about football We need professionals in office that have a bit knowledge & common sense Any clubs in Europe are already doing this regularly. It sounds a lot but it's basically just the equivalent of 2 midweek games e.g. Sat/Wed/Sat/Wed/Sat = 5 games in 15 days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cookieboy Posted January 19, 2022 Share Posted January 19, 2022 57 minutes ago, The Maroon Pound said: 5 matches in 15 days is just stupidly from the powers at the SPFL goes to show they no nothing about football We need professionals in office that have a bit knowledge & common sense When we play Hibs on 1st it will be 5th game in 15 days Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McCrae Posted January 19, 2022 Share Posted January 19, 2022 1 hour ago, Pasquale for King said: Hard to be sympathetic for FA that are corrupt as ours and vote in corrupt officials, likewise the millionaires who play the game. Nothing to do with protesting for human equality, the disgusting things happening in Qatar which is linked to this or what you feel is trendy. Black Lives Matter only in western countries? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pasquale for King Posted January 19, 2022 Share Posted January 19, 2022 2 minutes ago, McCrae said: Black Lives Matter only in western countries? Did you miss the bit where i said these atrocities are linked to the same issues? Mainly folk being treated differently, it’s a fight for equality for everyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McCrae Posted January 19, 2022 Share Posted January 19, 2022 3 minutes ago, Pasquale for King said: Did you miss the bit where i said these atrocities are linked to the same issues? Mainly folk being treated differently, it’s a fight for equality for everyone. Not disagreeing with you. Adding to your point. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pasquale for King Posted January 19, 2022 Share Posted January 19, 2022 1 hour ago, cookieboy said: When we play Hibs on 1st it will be 5th game in 15 days It’s not over the holidays when crowds are down usually apparently but it’s a good point, both are a bit extreme. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pasquale for King Posted January 19, 2022 Share Posted January 19, 2022 Just now, McCrae said: Not disagreeing with you. Adding to your point. Sorry 👍🏽 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cookieboy Posted January 19, 2022 Share Posted January 19, 2022 13 minutes ago, Pasquale for King said: It’s not over the holidays when crowds are down usually apparently but it’s a good point, both are a bit extreme. 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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