Busby8 Posted August 5, 2022 Share Posted August 5, 2022 1 minute ago, Tom Hardy’s Dug said: I’ve booked flights to Rome for the 3rd week in September as I am convinced Roma will be in our group. Anyone know of any decent hotels in Rome to look for? In the Vatican City area. Hotel Canada was brilliant. Free bar between 5pm and 7pm when I was there a few years ago. Some cracking Air BNBs out there too. Far better value. Booked up for October Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Wrinkly Ninja Posted August 5, 2022 Share Posted August 5, 2022 1 hour ago, Wee Mikey said: In that case, as a non-betting person, I might just stick a fiver on a Heart of Midlothian v The Rangers tie. The odds must be astronomical. You’ll be right browned off if it’s The Rangers V Heart of Midlothian that comes out the hat! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Hardy’s Dug Posted August 5, 2022 Share Posted August 5, 2022 7 minutes ago, Busby8 said: Hotel Canada was brilliant. Free bar between 5pm and 7pm when I was there a few years ago. Some cracking Air BNBs out there too. Far better value. Booked up for October Shit. Should I wait until October? Maybe that’s for the best. When will the club confirm? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Busby8 Posted August 5, 2022 Share Posted August 5, 2022 8 minutes ago, Tom Hardy’s Dug said: Shit. Should I wait until October? Maybe that’s for the best. When will the club confirm? Ahhh .... I see..... and here's me thinking I was being helpful. No issue with folk booking flights now, although I'd hope for the same courtesy if I choose to wait. Each to their own eh ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Hardy’s Dug Posted August 5, 2022 Share Posted August 5, 2022 Just now, Busby8 said: Ahhh .... I see..... and here's me thinking I was being helpful. No issue with folk booking flights now, although I'd hope for the same courtesy if I choose to wait. Each to their own eh ? You were far too helpful mate. I felt a bit bad. That said I love Rome and am looking to go there for the Ryder Cup next year so I will actually definitely look into your recommendation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry Potter Posted August 5, 2022 Share Posted August 5, 2022 2 hours ago, Ricardo Quaresma said: 😄, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Busby8 Posted August 5, 2022 Share Posted August 5, 2022 (edited) 7 minutes ago, Tom Hardy’s Dug said: You were far too helpful mate. I felt a bit bad. That said I love Rome and am looking to go there for the Ryder Cup next year so I will actually definitely look into your recommendation. Cheers THD. I was just too slow to spot the humour in your post. Digs for October https://www.airbnb.co.uk/rooms/53640912?source_impression_id=p3_1659714402_zZM7%2BR%2BXpxzRCf3M (Edit.... probaly should have pmd you with this, but no harm done) Now it's established, Air BNB is the way to go for city breaks. I doubt I'll be scrawling Gorgie Rules on the walls, but I'll let you know how it goes 🙂 Edited August 5, 2022 by Busby8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deodato Posted August 5, 2022 Share Posted August 5, 2022 A friend in Zurich (Grasshoppers fan, btw) offered this brief assessment of our likely opponents in Europe. File under encouraging. That said, FC Zurich was Swiss Champion last season and started very poorly this season. After 3 matches, they did not win a single one and are on place 10 in the Swiss league at the moment. A very poor start into the season. The club has its 125 year anniversary this year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robbo-Jambo Posted August 5, 2022 Share Posted August 5, 2022 They are shite. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Herbert. Posted August 5, 2022 Share Posted August 5, 2022 Gnonto is good on FM. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martoon Posted August 5, 2022 Share Posted August 5, 2022 59 minutes ago, Deodato said: A friend in Zurich (Grasshoppers fan, btw) offered this brief assessment of our likely opponents in Europe. File under encouraging. That said, FC Zurich was Swiss Champion last season and started very poorly this season. After 3 matches, they did not win a single one and are on place 10 in the Swiss league at the moment. A very poor start into the season. The club has its 125 year anniversary this year. Had a quick look at the Swiss Champions list to see how Zurich have done recently. Shocked me to find that Grasshoppers haven't won the title in 20 years. A long time for the country's biggest club. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yoda Posted August 5, 2022 Share Posted August 5, 2022 43 minutes ago, Herbert. said: Gnonto is good on FM. I watched the game on a live stream and he also good on grass. They are very quick on the counter attack, with Gronto and a couple others very rapid. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RS86 Posted August 5, 2022 Share Posted August 5, 2022 They've signed Donis Avdijaj on a 3 year deal Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick James Posted August 5, 2022 Share Posted August 5, 2022 Not fearing Zurich one bit. They've certainly had a rollercoaster few years though. Relegated in 2016, immediately back up in 2017, won the cup in 2018 finishing 4th, then 7th and 8th finishes before winning the league. Mad. Obviously winning the league was impressive, but prior to that, only Basel or Young Boys won titles in Switzerland for 13 years. Basel haven't now won it since 2017 and haven't won either of their opening 2 games this season. Young Boys won 4 titles on the bounce, but then last season appointed David Wagner () and turned to shit in the league. So aye, good achievement, but gonna go on a limb and say that might've been the weakest Swiss league in some time last season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry Potter Posted August 5, 2022 Share Posted August 5, 2022 2 hours ago, Robbo-Jambo said: They are shite. ha ha, dont hold back lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Auld Reekin' Posted August 5, 2022 Share Posted August 5, 2022 1 hour ago, RS86 said: They've signed Donis Avdijaj on a 3 year deal File under even-more-encouraging. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
innerjambo Posted August 5, 2022 Share Posted August 5, 2022 We already knew that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Loblaw Posted August 5, 2022 Share Posted August 5, 2022 9 minutes ago, Auld Reekin' said: File under even-more-encouraging. Avdijaj had a very good season in the Austrian top flight last year. I'd not be judging many players on their time in that Hearts squad tbh. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Beni of Gorgie Posted August 5, 2022 Share Posted August 5, 2022 Will they be better than Ross County? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davieholt Posted August 5, 2022 Share Posted August 5, 2022 3 minutes ago, Lord Beni of Gorgie said: Will they be better than Ross County? and will we? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Beni of Gorgie Posted August 5, 2022 Share Posted August 5, 2022 Just now, davieholt said: and will we? Questions Davie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batistuta87 Posted August 5, 2022 Share Posted August 5, 2022 (edited) Will be a tight game and they won't be easy to beat. I'm definitely not going to underestimate them as they have some very good players including a Croatian international attacking mid (Koric) on loan from Roma and two young guys (Omeragic, a CB, and Gnonto, an attacker) who are both tipped to have a big future. Man-for-man it's pretty close to be fair. Will be a good couple of games 👍🏻🇱🇻 Edited August 5, 2022 by Batistuta87 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jambo-Fox Posted August 5, 2022 Share Posted August 5, 2022 (edited) 4 hours ago, Tom Hardy’s Dug said: I’ve booked flights to Rome for the 3rd week in September as I am convinced Roma will be in our group. Anyone know of any decent hotels in Rome to look for? In the Vatican City area. 😉 stayed at this one in May - 45 minute walk from the Vatican & 20 minute walk from Stadio Olympico. In a decent area with nice cafe / bars! I’ll definitely re-visit for the game in September unless the fixtures are switched … can’t believe it’s not confirmed already! Edited August 5, 2022 by Jambo-Fox Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
indianajones Posted August 5, 2022 Share Posted August 5, 2022 2 hours ago, RS86 said: They've signed Donis Avdijaj on a 3 year deal An absolute NAP to score vs us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Real Maroonblood Posted August 5, 2022 Share Posted August 5, 2022 2 minutes ago, Jambo-Fox said: 😉 stayed at this one in May - 45 minute walk from the Vatican & 20 minute walk from Stadio Olympico. In a decent area with nice cafe / bars! I’ll definitely re-visit for the game in September unless the fixtures are switched … can’t believe it’s not confirmed already! The fixtures switched. Why? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jambo-Fox Posted August 5, 2022 Share Posted August 5, 2022 1 minute ago, The Real Maroonblood said: The fixtures switched. Why? Lazio Ladies at home - fixture clash!?! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Real Maroonblood Posted August 5, 2022 Share Posted August 5, 2022 2 minutes ago, Jambo-Fox said: Lazio Ladies at home - fixture clash!?! Well that’s it explained. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wee Mikey Posted August 5, 2022 Share Posted August 5, 2022 43 minutes ago, Lord Beni of Gorgie said: Will they be better than Ross County? More to the point ... will they be better than Liverpool? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry Potter Posted August 5, 2022 Share Posted August 5, 2022 51 minutes ago, Lord Beni of Gorgie said: Will they be better than Ross County? possibly a bit sharper in front of goal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VALDOS' Posted August 5, 2022 Share Posted August 5, 2022 4 hours ago, Herbert. said: Gnonto is good on FM. Hopefully Robbie plays FM so will already be equipped with this knowledge lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Herbert. Posted August 5, 2022 Share Posted August 5, 2022 6 minutes ago, VALDOS' said: Hopefully Robbie plays FM so will already be equipped with this knowledge lol Why do you think he's improved? Do FM not use scouts for player ratings? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bazzas right boot Posted August 5, 2022 Share Posted August 5, 2022 3 hours ago, Yoda said: I watched the game on a live stream and he also good on grass. They are very quick on the counter attack, with Gronto and a couple others very rapid. You'd think that would have slowed him down. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bazzas right boot Posted August 5, 2022 Share Posted August 5, 2022 1 hour ago, Batistuta87 said: Will be a tight game and they won't be easy to beat. I'm definitely not going to underestimate them as they have some very good players including a Croatian international attacking mid (Koric) on loan from Roma and two young guys (Omeragic, a CB, and Gnonto, an attacker) who are both tipped to have a big future. Man-for-man it's pretty close to be fair. Will be a good couple of games 👍🏻🇱🇻 Gronto has a Barry McKay poster on his wall. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Elwood P Posted August 5, 2022 Share Posted August 5, 2022 5 hours ago, Robbo-Jambo said: They are shite. Zurich 4-0 ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VALDOS' Posted August 5, 2022 Share Posted August 5, 2022 1 hour ago, Herbert. said: Why do you think he's improved? Do FM not use scouts for player ratings? In all seriousness, yes there is a ridiculous degree of accuracy in FM stats. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ricardo Quaresma Posted August 5, 2022 Share Posted August 5, 2022 Linfield Vs FCZ Highlights Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ricardo Quaresma Posted August 5, 2022 Share Posted August 5, 2022 Full game: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deodato Posted August 5, 2022 Share Posted August 5, 2022 6 hours ago, martoon said: Had a quick look at the Swiss Champions list to see how Zurich have done recently. Shocked me to find that Grasshoppers haven't won the title in 20 years. A long time for the country's biggest club. I know! I loved watching them play Notts Forrest in the doc I Belive In Miracles - if you haven't seen that, then your weekend starts here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Hardy’s Dug Posted August 5, 2022 Share Posted August 5, 2022 Jesus / the defending and goalkeeping 😂😂 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimmyCant Posted August 6, 2022 Share Posted August 6, 2022 3 hours ago, Ricardo Quaresma said: Linfield Vs FCZ Highlights Hmmmmm bit of pace up front through the middle that might trouble us. We wouldn’t have lost that 2nd goal though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
braveheart Posted August 6, 2022 Share Posted August 6, 2022 8 hours ago, Ricardo Quaresma said: Full game: Seems like they take a decent away support with a fare bit pyro😲 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ricardo Quaresma Posted August 6, 2022 Share Posted August 6, 2022 5 minutes ago, braveheart said: Seems like they take a decent away support with a fare bit pyro😲 Yeah, noticed that Well, they won their first title in 12 years or so, last season I think we might partake in more than just pyro in that scenario 😄 They have lost their manager, 2 or 3 key players; as far as can be seen, they have only added Donis Avdijaj to their team Here's their results so far, the only win against Linfield 19/07/22 UCL Qarabag 3 - 2 Zürich 23/07/22 SUL Zürich 0 - 0 Luzern 27/07/22 UCL Zürich 2 - 2 Qarabag 30/07/22 SUL St. Gallen 2 - 0 Zürich 04/08/22 UEL Linfield 0 - 2 Zürich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martoon Posted August 6, 2022 Share Posted August 6, 2022 10 hours ago, Deodato said: I know! I loved watching them play Notts Forrest in the doc I Belive In Miracles - if you haven't seen that, then your weekend starts here. I haven't seen that, bud, but I've watched other stuff on Forrest. Remarkable time that I remember well as a kid. Brian Clough was an absolute one off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yoda Posted August 6, 2022 Share Posted August 6, 2022 21 hours ago, Bazzas right boot said: You'd think that would have slowed him down. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FarmerTweedy Posted August 6, 2022 Share Posted August 6, 2022 On 03/08/2022 at 19:07, Fozzyonthefence said: I agree, now that the away goals rule has been removed a home tie in the second leg could well be more of an advantage these days. As well as knowing exactly what you need to do there is more chance of the tie going to extra time now with all level games now going to extra time (so an extra 30 minutes at home compared to the other team, in addition to any extra time goals no longer counting double which I always thought was unfair). In addition, under the away goals rule, previously if you got a respectable 1-0 away defeat in the first leg, while you might well fancy your chances the reality was if you lost an away goal in the 2nd leg against decent opposition the tie was usually effectively over as you had to score 3 without reply or you were out, but now 2 would get you extra time. I always thought it was a (moderately) interesting fact that you couldn't win on away goals if you kept a clean sheet away from home! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davemclaren Posted August 6, 2022 Share Posted August 6, 2022 1 hour ago, FarmerTweedy said: I always thought it was a (moderately) interesting fact that you couldn't win on away goals if you kept a clean sheet away from home! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iainmac Posted August 7, 2022 Share Posted August 7, 2022 22 hours ago, JimmyCant said: Hmmmmm bit of pace up front through the middle that might trouble us. We wouldn’t have lost that 2nd goal though Maybe just me, but Big Craigy is saving both the goals. Bring it on! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FarmerTweedy Posted August 7, 2022 Share Posted August 7, 2022 1 hour ago, davemclaren said: Okay, maybe even 'moderately interesting' was stretching it a bit! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Watt-Zeefuik Posted August 7, 2022 Share Posted August 7, 2022 Sheesh. I just watched the goals and not the whole game, but no way Halkett is losing either of those balls that their mid CH lost. Lovely touch on the second from the striker but it was a relatively pedestrian ball over the top that the CH flubbed and that they got a nice bounce on. I don't want to get complacent but that's hardly the stuff of nightmares. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ricardo Quaresma Posted August 7, 2022 Share Posted August 7, 2022 (edited) 35 minutes ago, Led Tasso said: Sheesh. I just watched the goals and not the whole game, but no way Halkett is losing either of those balls that their mid CH lost. Lovely touch on the second from the striker but it was a relatively pedestrian ball over the top that the CH flubbed and that they got a nice bounce on. I don't want to get complacent but that's hardly the stuff of nightmares. We’d have put 4 or 6 past them with no reply - Edited August 7, 2022 by Ricardo Quaresma Missing word Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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