Matthew Le God Posted 29 November, 2009 Author Share Posted 29 November, 2009 (edited) Why is anyone else bothered about what someone does at the footie? You pay your money you can do what the hell you like within the rules. Moaning about it just makes you sound like a total goon. Most games as half time and full time approaches I'm constantly standing up and sitting down to allow people to get past to get to the concourses. Then you get those infront walking past obstructing the view of the pitch. Or those that leave early but then Saints score and they come flooding back in the ground and stand in the way of those that stayed to watch. You pay to watch a game of football, not stand in a line whilst the game is still on or on the street walking home. If they didn't obstruct other peoples enjoyment of the game I wouldn't have a problem. But the point is they do! Edited 29 November, 2009 by Matthew Le God Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ohwhenthesaints Posted 29 November, 2009 Share Posted 29 November, 2009 People standing up to leave early blocked my view of the Charlton goal the other day. If it were a Saints goal I would not have been a happy bunny. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smirking_Saint Posted 29 November, 2009 Share Posted 29 November, 2009 Hmmm, yup, i thought that would be the general concensus. Men go to football with their mates, men like beer and pies. Therefore, i have to have a social pint at half time. What does amaze me however is after the game, the amount of tw*ts driving yet still attempting to drive the crowds off the roads. The football has just kicked out you f*cking idiots !!! WHAT DO YOU EXPECT ?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ringwood Posted 29 November, 2009 Share Posted 29 November, 2009 Well when we selected our season tickets we deliberately picked an end of a row against a barrier so no one pushes past us once we've arrived which is generally 10 to 15minutes before kickoff. I agree with the OP it is annoying, less so in the Northam as generally its standing anyway. Only ever left one game early that was a Loftus Road when in the Premiership and we were getting a tonking, see no other reason to leave early as no matter where you park you still generally end up queued somewhere. So despite the questions posted at the Solent Forum there can't be much wrong with the beer or the pies if so many are willing to get up early or queue for it!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Victor Posted 29 November, 2009 Share Posted 29 November, 2009 I have to say that I am the other some might say boring extreme. I arrive at SMS or away match before the gates open, buy a programme and read it while waiting for the gates to open. I'm one of the first in the ground and have a pie and pint, get to my seat in time to cheer the team onto the pitch and watch the team warm up. I rarely move from my seat or standing position from the team warm up to the final whistle, and then I'm normally one of the last out of the ground and then sit in the car listening to the football results on the radio until the traffic clears. A lot of my match ritual comes from me being a short nipper in the 1970's arriving early at 1.00pm to stand at the front of the Archers so that I could see, and you dare not move during the match otherwise you'd lose your place. I think that modern seat allocation and catering concourses makes people more inclined to arrive late and move around to get drinks etc... It still amazes me how empty stadiums appear to be 15 minutes before kick off and how any real singing only starts just before kick off (the loud tannoy music in the grounds doesn't help this though!) It can be annoying people moving blocking your view during the match but it has never been a particular problem to me and people are normally understanding and apologetic. People enjoy matches in different ways and as long as it doesn't spoil others way of enjoying the match then thats OK. I agree, particularly if you have driven 100 miles to get to the match and can't make it that often you want to get as much of the football experience as possible. You can go to the pub or takeaway whenever. However, i think you have strayed on to the wrong site - you are being far too pleasant and reasonable! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthew Le God Posted 29 November, 2009 Author Share Posted 29 November, 2009 Obviously this is different in the Northam Stand where you all stand for the whole game and have a terrible view from behind the goal and seem to spend most of the time taunting the away fans rather than watching the game. I go to football to sit on the halfway line, have a good view and watch the game. I have food after the game and the evening drinking in the pub. No need to mix the 3 up. Watch football for 90 minutes, have proper food, drink in a pub...simple - you do each where they are best done not mix them up together and dilute them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
docker-p Posted 29 November, 2009 Share Posted 29 November, 2009 Obviously this is different in the Northam Stand where you all stand for the whole game and have a terrible view from behind the goal and seem to spend most of the time taunting the away fans rather than watching the game. I go to football to sit on the halfway line, have a good view and watch the game. I have food after the game and the evening drinking in the pub. No need to mix the 3 up. Watch football for 90 minutes, have proper food, drink in a pub...simple - you do each where they are best done not mix them up together and dilute them. You sound like possibly the most boring, moaning, self-righteous, anally retentive Saints fan ever to set foot in SMS. I'm sure you're not, you just come across that way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedArmy Posted 29 November, 2009 Share Posted 29 November, 2009 You sound like possibly the most boring, moaning, self-righteous, anally retentive Saints fan ever to set foot in SMS. I'm sure you're not, you just come across that way. Location: Southampton Researcher Football Manager 2010 I'm sure he is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benjii Posted 29 November, 2009 Share Posted 29 November, 2009 If you genuinely enjoy missing watching the match in order to stand in a dank queue full of smelly blokes in order to pay an inflated price for a ****e lager in a cheap plastic glass, which you then have 15 minutes or so to see off, despite having already paid over the odds to watch the thing you're now missing then fair enough. If, on the other hand you do this purely because it is ritual or you and your mates feel you have to because, "it's football" or, "I need a pint" then you are sad. IMO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Who? Posted 29 November, 2009 Share Posted 29 November, 2009 It de[ends on how good the game is, or if I am hungry or thirsty, or need the loo! I do not really plan what I am going to do during the match, and take it game by game! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aintforever Posted 29 November, 2009 Share Posted 29 November, 2009 Most games as half time and full time approaches I'm constantly standing up and sitting down to allow people to get past to get to the concourses. Then you get those infront walking past obstructing the view of the pitch. Or those that leave early but then Saints score and they come flooding back in the ground and stand in the way of those that stayed to watch. You pay to watch a game of football, not stand in a line whilst the game is still on or on the street walking home. If they didn't obstruct other peoples enjoyment of the game I wouldn't have a problem. But the point is they do! Yeah, still a total goon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thedelldays Posted 29 November, 2009 Share Posted 29 November, 2009 football is all about getting a few beers, having a pie etc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Panda Posted 29 November, 2009 Share Posted 29 November, 2009 When I started work in 1966 I used to finish at 12.30 on a Saturday and I would walk from the office to the Dell to get there about 1.00pm. We would watch the players arrive and go into the ground when the gates opened at 2.00pm. We would stand on the terraces until kick-off at 3.00pm and watch the match through to about 5.00pm before walking back to the bus station to get the bus home to Hythe which would, invariably be stuck in the football traffic! We would get home after 6.00pm. So, when I was younger I could not only go without food and drink for 6 hours, I could spend most of that time on my feet so what is your problem with 2 hours? I could not do that now of course, I can hardly stand for half an hour ... times change with age. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sotonjoe Posted 29 November, 2009 Share Posted 29 November, 2009 football is all about getting a few beers, having a pie etc Nothing about a ball game between two teams of 11 then? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthew Le God Posted 29 November, 2009 Author Share Posted 29 November, 2009 football is all about getting a few beers, having a pie etc No, getting a few beers and having a pie is for a night out on the town. Football is about the game. If you want food and drink whilst the game is going on you might aswell be in a pub rather than the stadium concourse during play. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thedelldays Posted 29 November, 2009 Share Posted 29 November, 2009 No, getting a few beers and having a pie is for a night out on the town. Football is about the game. If you want food and drink whilst the game is going on you might aswell be in a pub rather than the stadium concourse during play. who are you to tell me what my day out at football should be Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthew Le God Posted 29 November, 2009 Author Share Posted 29 November, 2009 who are you to tell me what my day out at football should be I'm not telling you what you should do. Just pointing out it is strange logic to be on the concourses whilst the game is playing. You may aswell be anywhere else. It is completely illogical to pay for something and then do something else whilst the game continues. Why not just leave the house and goto the pub for a pint and pie at 3pm every Saturday. Saves you money on the ticket and you see as much of the action on the St Mary's pitch on the concourses as you do in the pub. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rory Posted 29 November, 2009 Share Posted 29 November, 2009 Football is an experience. I don't go to games as much as I would like to but I can't think of many social situations that are as fulfilling as having a few beers with mates and fellow Saints fans. Having a half-time beer is an important aspect of my match-going experience. If I miss a goal, who cares? It isn't going to lessen my enjoyment of supporting my team. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thedelldays Posted 29 November, 2009 Share Posted 29 November, 2009 Football is an experience. I don't go to games as much as I would like to but I can't think of many social situations that are as fulfilling as having a few beers with mates and fellow Saints fans. Having a half-time beer is an important aspect of my match-going experience. If I miss a goal, who cares? It isn't going to lessen my enjoyment of supporting my team. hole is one, ship mate Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aintforever Posted 29 November, 2009 Share Posted 29 November, 2009 I'm not telling you what you should do. Just pointing out it is strange logic to be on the concourses whilst the game is playing. You may aswell be anywhere else. It is completely illogical to pay for something and then do something else whilst the game continues. Why not just leave the house and goto the pub for a pint and pie at 3pm every Saturday. Saves you money on the ticket and you see as much of the action on the St Mary's pitch on the concourses as you do in the pub. For a lot of people football is about having a laugh with their mates, the blokes kicking a ball around in a field is just part of the fun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junction 9 Posted 30 November, 2009 Share Posted 30 November, 2009 I'm not telling you what you should do. Just pointing out it is strange logic to be on the concourses whilst the game is playing. You may aswell be anywhere else. It is completely illogical to pay for something and then do something else whilst the game continues. Why not just leave the house and goto the pub for a pint and pie at 3pm every Saturday. Saves you money on the ticket and you see as much of the action on the St Mary's pitch on the concourses as you do in the pub. I think you're still missing the point slightly. I don't want to miss any of the game but the situation is such that you cannot possibly get served anything during the period of half time without missing the end of the first half or the start of the second. If they managed some way of sorting this problem surely everyone would be happy? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ringwood Posted 30 November, 2009 Share Posted 30 November, 2009 The point is, that other peoples enjoyment of a pie and pint is ruining the OP's enjoyment of the game, if he wanted to see the back of heads he could go downstairs and stand in a queue for a pie and pint!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy_Porter Posted 30 November, 2009 Share Posted 30 November, 2009 (edited) No, getting a few beers and having a pie is for a night out on the town. Football is about the game. If you want food and drink whilst the game is going on you might aswell be in a pub rather than the stadium concourse during play. I don't think you've got the first clue about the average football fan. Everyone enjoys it for different reasons, you really have no right to tell people what they can and can't enjoy at football. Edited 30 November, 2009 by Andy_Porter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy_Porter Posted 30 November, 2009 Share Posted 30 November, 2009 Football is an experience. I don't go to games as much as I would like to but I can't think of many social situations that are as fulfilling as having a few beers with mates and fellow Saints fans. Having a half-time beer is an important aspect of my match-going experience. If I miss a goal, who cares? It isn't going to lessen my enjoyment of supporting my team. Get off your arse and come to a game with us then. Come to one of the games over Christmas if you're back in Southampton. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
St Landrew Posted 30 November, 2009 Share Posted 30 November, 2009 A couple or more years ago was a particularly slim time of it finances wise, for me. But I was still able to go sailing, as it's generally a lot cheaper than watching football. Occasionally, we'd be directly downwind of St Marys, and you'd be surprised how much we'd be able to experience the atmosphere, especially with Radio Hampshire or Solent commentary on the radio. Oh and bottles of beer, wine and whisky washing down sausage rolls, pork pies, roast chicken and other little delectable things to eat; while we were flying along at all of 8-12 knots, with the sunshine beating down agreeably. If I hadn't told you, you could immediately see I wasn't talking about this late spring/late summer. How's that for a pie and pint..? Bet I saw as much football as some of you too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saintjinksie Posted 30 November, 2009 Share Posted 30 November, 2009 A slight rant which I'm sure will go down on here like marmite What is the point of paying £25 for a ticket and then... ...Missing the first 5 minutes of the 1st half getting to your seat because you get delayed by the numbers in the concourses getting a pre match pint? ...Missing the last 10-15 minutes of the first half to get to the front of the line for half time pint and pie? ...Missing the first 5 minutes of the 2nd half getting to your seat because you get delayed by the numbers in the concourses getting a half time pie and pint? ...Missing the last 10 minutes of the game to avoid the crowds at the final whistle? I have never done any of the following but a large number of people do at St Mary's and other grounds. With so many people doing it you are forever standing up to let them leave or they are stood infront of you obstructing the view of the pitch. What is even more annoying is that those that decide to leave start walking out but if anything happens on the pitch whilst they are leaving they stand there and watch despite everyone behind them not being able to see. Will it really harm you to go 2 hours without food and drink? Do you really benefit in leaving 10 minutes before the final whistle? - Anything could happen on the pitch in that time. The delay of waiting until the full-time whistle to get out of the stadium is minimal. You paid £25 to watch the match, you don't pay £25 to stand in a line in the concourses or walk home whilst the match is still on. Will it kill you to have food and a pint before and after the game? Or to sit through the 90 minutes rather than leaving 10 minutes early to save you 5 minutes getting out the ground? In doing both you are spoiling it for the others at the ground because the game is going on and you keep obstructing the view. ...rant over pr*ck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
revolution saint Posted 30 November, 2009 Share Posted 30 November, 2009 This must be the only thread i agree with delldays. There are a lot of things that irritate me at matches - armchair commentators who think they know everything being the worst of them. However, they pay their money and if that's what they like then fine. Personally I like a few beers before during and after the game - when i chose my season ticket (yep, got one now) I made sure it was close to an aisle so I don't annoy anyone. The only thing I would say in defence of those that like a beer at half time is they are *probably* more likely to generate the atmosphere that makes football enjoyable. The tartan rug and flask brigade generate muttered criticisms and tutting and yes that maybe a generalisation too far. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dibden Purlieu Saint Posted 30 November, 2009 Share Posted 30 November, 2009 I think the point is, for a lot of people, it is part of the matchday experience. I sometimes do, and sometimes don't. If we had nicer beers I'm sure more people would too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthew Le God Posted 30 November, 2009 Author Share Posted 30 November, 2009 pr*ck Insightful You are welcome to disagree with me but at least state why? This thread is more about people ruining the match experience for others, rather than telling them what to do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StuRomseySaint Posted 30 November, 2009 Share Posted 30 November, 2009 I generally take my seat on about 5 minutes into the game. I go down to the bar on 35 minutes ON THE DOT. I go back to my seat on about 50 minutes. Depending on the score, I got back to the pub anywhere between 70 and 90 minutes. I do this most games... apart from midweek games when sometimes I am back in my seat for the start of the second half as I am driving and not on the lash. Oh... and quite a few away games I don't even make it into the ground and stay in the pub. I pays my money, I makes my choices, if you don't like it then f*ck off. :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deppo Posted 30 November, 2009 Share Posted 30 November, 2009 I generally take my seat on about 5 minutes into the game. I go down to the bar on 35 minutes ON THE DOT. I go back to my seat on about 50 minutes. Depending on the score, I got back to the pub anywhere between 70 and 90 minutes. I do this most games... apart from midweek games when sometimes I am back in my seat for the start of the second half as I am driving and not on the lash. Oh... and quite a few away games I don't even make it into the ground and stay in the pub. I pays my money, I makes my choices, if you don't like it then f*ck off. :-) You DEFINITELY can't go 2 hours without eating or drinking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deppo Posted 30 November, 2009 Share Posted 30 November, 2009 20 mins tops. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StuRomseySaint Posted 30 November, 2009 Share Posted 30 November, 2009 You DEFINITELY can't go 2 hours without eating or drinking. Exactly, that's why I am fat. Fat people have needs too... food being one of them. Oh, and before anyone thinks I am trolling... the many people who know me or have met me at footy will confirm that the above routine is infact the one that I follow religiously. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthew Le God Posted 15 December, 2009 Author Share Posted 15 December, 2009 I saw a large number of people leave tonight from 80 minutes onwards. They missed out big time! Also a number then tried entering the stands again when Saints equalised obstructing peoples views. Just stay until the end ffs! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Micky Posted 15 December, 2009 Share Posted 15 December, 2009 I saw a large number of people leave tonight from 80 minutes onwards. They missed out big time! Also a number then tried entering the stands again when Saints equalised obstructing peoples views. Just stay until the end ffs! Normally those people who leave early wouldn't bother me in the slightest - it's their choice. But I really cannot understand how anybody would leave when we are only one goal down, at home and knowing that the game could well go to penalties. Sorry but I find that bizarre to say the least...! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthew Le God Posted 15 December, 2009 Author Share Posted 15 December, 2009 Anyone going to admit they left early tonight? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hughieslastminutegoal Posted 16 December, 2009 Share Posted 16 December, 2009 You only have to look at the size of a lot of football supporters to see that 2 hours without food or drink is not possible, 2 mins is a struggle for most of them. Not just football fans is it? You can't hear the dialogue in a film at the cinema for the constant rummaging in popcorn buckets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Turnip Posted 16 December, 2009 Share Posted 16 December, 2009 Its always amazed me that there's a stampede just before half time to rush down to the concourse and pay over the odds for cr*p food and beer at inflated prices to be consumed in an environment similar to B&Q. Also the "we always leave ten minutes before the end to avoid the rush" brigade, why not stay at home and avoid the rush for free? All the early leavers paid the price last night! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CB Saint Posted 16 December, 2009 Share Posted 16 December, 2009 I am very grateful to the halftime brigade who rush down to secure there overpriced pie and pint. Their dedication and gluttony generates revenue for the club thus keep the ticket prices down. Thanks chaps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whitey Grandad Posted 16 December, 2009 Share Posted 16 December, 2009 Don't laugh but I went there straight from Hamble intending to buy a pie inside the ground. I need a pee so I thought I'd better do that first and wash my hands rather than carry the pie into the gents. I came out just in time to see the shutters coming down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saintwarwick Posted 16 December, 2009 Share Posted 16 December, 2009 I have to work some Saturday nights which means I need to leave 5 - 10 mins early so I get to work on time. Sorry if that causes you any problems old chap but its a case of having to leave early, not wanting to! Just ask your boss to start 5-10 minutes late and make the time up in the mornings, easy really. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jesus Reigned Posted 16 December, 2009 Share Posted 16 December, 2009 I was sat in the Kingsland Centre last night and just before half-time a girl in her early twenties was returning to her seat holding a pint of beer and a bottle of Magners, without making any effort to hide them. That is still illegal right? Not that it bothers me, just wondering why none of the stewards stopped her if it's against the law to take alcohol into the stands... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
St Landrew Posted 16 December, 2009 Share Posted 16 December, 2009 I generally take my seat on about 5 minutes into the game. I go down to the bar on 35 minutes ON THE DOT. I go back to my seat on about 50 minutes. Depending on the score, I got back to the pub anywhere between 70 and 90 minutes. I do this most games... apart from midweek games when sometimes I am back in my seat for the start of the second half as I am driving and not on the lash. Oh... and quite a few away games I don't even make it into the ground and stay in the pub. I pays my money, I makes my choices, if you don't like it then f*ck off. :-) I'd like to ask you one question Stu. Do you enjoy missing out on a lot of excitement in football..? By my reckoning, you've missed a fair few goals, especially Saints ones, this season. Just an observation, but perhaps you may adjust your schedule from now on, as this Southampton team plays until the 93 minute at least. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthew Le God Posted 16 December, 2009 Author Share Posted 16 December, 2009 StuRomseySaint watches 30 minutes of football sometimes. Considering the ball is only in play for just over 50% of play according to research he only watches 15 minutes of football whilst paying for 90 minutes. I know you are free to do what you want but thats insane and you may aswell stay at home if 15 minutes of football is all you get! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Master Bates Posted 16 December, 2009 Share Posted 16 December, 2009 Yes, infact just today I went the last 9 hours without food and about 3hours without drinking. The last 4-5 days i've eaten just a packet of crisps a day. So in conclusion, yes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Master Bates Posted 16 December, 2009 Share Posted 16 December, 2009 Just noticed this is on the Main Board and not the Lounge, useless info. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedAndWhite91 Posted 16 December, 2009 Share Posted 16 December, 2009 Against Tranmere I was 13 minutes late, and last night I was 8 minutes late. Oooooops. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Master Bates Posted 16 December, 2009 Share Posted 16 December, 2009 I'd like to ask you one question Stu. Do you enjoy missing out on a lot of excitement in football..? By my reckoning, you've missed a fair few goals, especially Saints ones, this season. Just an observation, but perhaps you may adjust your schedule from now on, as this Southampton team plays until the 93 minute at least. What Stu does may just be a good omen, keep it up Stu. Tranmere game I left at half time, tbf I probably shouldn't have gone to the game but still. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wes Tender Posted 16 December, 2009 Share Posted 16 December, 2009 Anyone going to admit they left early tonight? When one talks about people leaving before the final whistle, you really have to be clear that they are actually leaving. Habitually I will start my way down to the exits when the 4th official puts up his board at the end of the 90 minutes. I do this because in the Northam it is particularly slow clearing the stand and I want to make a quick getaway and get to my car before the traffic freezes. However, I am not leaving early, as I find a spare seat close to the exit and stand there watching the play until the final whistle. I did that last night and when the equaliser was put in by Papa, I had an excellent view of the penalty shoot out from behind virtually the middle of the Northam goal. So when you see many streaming down the aisles before the final whistle, not all of them are leaving early. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthew Le God Posted 16 December, 2009 Author Share Posted 16 December, 2009 When one talks about people leaving before the final whistle, you really have to be clear that they are actually leaving. Habitually I will start my way down to the exits when the 4th official puts up his board at the end of the 90 minutes. I do this because in the Northam it is particularly slow clearing the stand and I want to make a quick getaway and get to my car before the traffic freezes. However, I am not leaving early, as I find a spare seat close to the exit and stand there watching the play until the final whistle. I did that last night and when the equaliser was put in by Papa, I had an excellent view of the penalty shoot out from behind virtually the middle of the Northam goal. So when you see many streaming down the aisles before the final whistle, not all of them are leaving early. Yep, but most are leaving and not doing what you do. Also whilst leaving they obstruct the view of those that stay(yourself included). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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