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 eagleman13  On The Road To Hell & Alicante 09 Oct 23 8.21pm |
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Originally posted by Nicholas91
The Rugby World Cup goes from one extreme to another with barely if not at all competitive teams providing cannon fodder for the big hitters to warm up before the knockouts see some hum-dingers. It is still a minority sport and perhaps unfortunately, in sticking to it's core and tradition, is becoming almost archaic by not commercialising to the extent the likes of football and cricket have (to many people's chagrin, must be said). That said, Ireland vs All Blacks on Saturday should wet the appetite for most. I personally think it's popularity will have peaks and troughs - it really hit the mainstream more post 2003 in this country. My brother was over there for the Samoa game and Argentina before that and he was less than impressed by us as was I watching from home. We'll probably be lucky to scrape past Fiji at which point my hope will fade to an away match at the Etihad level - you never know but equally a good kicking may be on the cards! C'mon Nick, we've been Citeh's nemesis at the Etihad. My city supporting mate out here, is barred from going by his mates cos of me, so funny. As for England's chances, agree, not sure they will get past Fiji.
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ASCPFC  Pro-Cathedral/caravan park 12 Oct 23 5.35pm |
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France v Ireland final? I think that fits in with the draw. South Africa seem perhaps the most likely party poopers but it would seem mad if France were knocked out. I can only imagine the French reaction. There's always the hope of one good match for England, but I would argue against two in a row - so I can't imagine anything but the slimmest of hopes for England. Ireland could win and Guinness will certainly be happy. France and Ireland seem like the best sides. I suppose it seems harsh to rule out the All Blacks but I'm unconvinced. Refs will be a huge factor. The France v South Africa match could be a bit tasty. And Fiji will fly out of the blocks but probably not last.
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thegreatlardino  crawley/selsey 12 Oct 23 5.57pm |
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Any chance of a England v Wales final?
Sometimes I set out for Ludlow |
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mr. apollo  Somewhere in Switzerland 13 Oct 23 8.29am |
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Just out of interest theree are still tickets going for the Marseille games.
Glad All Over |
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| Fatherken 13 Oct 23 10.07am |
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if you have been to Marseille you will know why .
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| Fatherken 13 Oct 23 10.07am |
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if you have been to Marseille you will know why .
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| mr. apollo Somewhere in Switzerland 13 Oct 23 10.29am |
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Originally posted by Fatherken
if you have been to Marseille you will know why . Been there many times, I like the place.
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| YT Oxford 13 Oct 23 1.40pm |
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Originally posted by thegreatlardino
Any chance of a England v Wales final? Yes, but a very slim chance, I suggest.
Palace since 19 August 1972. Palace 1 (Tony Taylor) Liverpool 1 (Emlyn Hughes) |
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| ASCPFC Pro-Cathedral/caravan park 14 Oct 23 10.04am |
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Have we won yet?
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PalazioVecchio  south pole 14 Oct 23 12.34pm |
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The current World Number One club versus the Worlds most Legendary club. somebody will be getting a few bruises
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| Palace Old Geezer Midhurst 14 Oct 23 12.43pm |
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The tension is mounting here as Mrs POG prepares to cheer on her beloved Wales this afternoon. Just as well there's no proper football on the telly today or there might have been tears.
Dad and I watched games standing on the muddy slope of the Holmesdale Road end. He cheered and I rattled. |
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| eagleman13 On The Road To Hell & Alicante 14 Oct 23 5.58pm |
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Originally posted by Palace Old Geezer
The tension is mounting here as Mrs POG prepares to cheer on her beloved Wales this afternoon. Just as well there's no proper football on the telly today or there might have been tears. Oh dear POG, i feel for you, i really do. Wales have got what they deserve 17-29 FT Poor handling, poor line-outs, poor . . . well, everything. How you cheer up Mrs POG, well, good luck.
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