melmacian_saint Posted 18 January, 2013 Posted 18 January, 2013 I am sorry to come up with this and I do bear in mind that we're all very upset about Adkins, who we all appreciated and was by any means unfairly dismissed, and knowing that his replacement is not someone who the jury has long dictated a positive verdict on doesn't really help our anger. But I am appalled with some disgraceful comments that have been made in the past few hours here, particularly those concerning the new manager's nationality and in some cases the players that may join the club. A disgusting show of disrespect towards people from another country and don't blame it on being angry, some things are just wrong regardless. As someone who has come over to the UK being from another country myself (Portugal), I really do appreciate the British culture and the country as a whole and have British friends. It has been a positive change. However, even though I don't know any of you, I can say I'd be quite reluctant to meeting a good number of you based on your comments about someone from a different nationality, who you don't even know in any sense, and the only thing you have to judge him is his nationality. You seem to be the part of Britain I'm happy to avoid, and it doesn't impress me a lot that a number of you walk down to SMS almost every match day. If you want you can insult NC for being arrogant and cruel or whatever you like. But calling him an Argie and creating hatred around him for that reason is very poor. Be careful with you comments about continental players, I've seen a few who have been very disrespectful. Very low times for this forum. Have a look in the mirror and I hope the mods do something about those made those comments.
Didcot Saint Posted 18 January, 2013 Posted 18 January, 2013 What about the disrespect Cortese has shown Nigel Adkins and the fans? We don't want a foreign manager who can't speak English and doesn't know the PL. we are in ENGLAND ffs
alpine_saint Posted 18 January, 2013 Posted 18 January, 2013 I am sorry to come up with this and I do bear in mind that we're all very upset about Adkins, who we all appreciated and was by any means unfairly dismissed, and knowing that his replacement is not someone who the jury has long dictated a positive verdict on doesn't really help our anger. But I am appalled with some disgraceful comments that have been made in the past few hours here, particularly those concerning the new manager's nationality and in some cases the players that may join the club. A disgusting show of disrespect towards people from another country and don't blame it on being angry, some things are just wrong regardless. As someone who has come over to the UK being from another country myself (Portugal), I really do appreciate the British culture and the country as a whole and have British friends. It has been a positive change. However, even though I don't know any of you, I can say I'd be quite reluctant to meeting a good number of you based on your comments about someone from a different nationality, who you don't even know in any sense, and the only thing you have to judge him is his nationality. You seem to be the part of Britain I'm happy to avoid, and it doesn't impress me a lot that a number of you walk down to SMS almost every match day. If you want you can insult NC for being arrogant and cruel or whatever you like. But calling him an Argie and creating hatred around him for that reason is very poor. Be careful with you comments about continental players, I've seen a few who have been very disrespectful. Very low times for this forum. Have a look in the mirror and I hope the mods do something about those made those comments. Are you aware that most of the soldiers and saliors that fought against and were killed by Argentinian forces came through Southampton or that place a few miles down the road, and that we might well be looking at it kicking off again in a couple of months time when the Falkland Islands have their referendum ? Not justifying it, just offering an explanation. I made a silly comment myself.
pap Posted 18 January, 2013 Posted 18 January, 2013 You better hope my dad doesn't see this. He won't have The Sun in his house. This headline is an oft-cited justification.
Sour Mash Posted 18 January, 2013 Posted 18 January, 2013 I am sorry to come up with this and I do bear in mind that we're all very upset about Adkins, who we all appreciated and was by any means unfairly dismissed, and knowing that his replacement is not someone who the jury has long dictated a positive verdict on doesn't really help our anger. But I am appalled with some disgraceful comments that have been made in the past few hours here, particularly those concerning the new manager's nationality and in some cases the players that may join the club. A disgusting show of disrespect towards people from another country and don't blame it on being angry, some things are just wrong regardless. As someone who has come over to the UK being from another country myself (Portugal), I really do appreciate the British culture and the country as a whole and have British friends. It has been a positive change. However, even though I don't know any of you, I can say I'd be quite reluctant to meeting a good number of you based on your comments about someone from a different nationality, who you don't even know in any sense, and the only thing you have to judge him is his nationality. You seem to be the part of Britain I'm happy to avoid, and it doesn't impress me a lot that a number of you walk down to SMS almost every match day. If you want you can insult NC for being arrogant and cruel or whatever you like. But calling him an Argie and creating hatred around him for that reason is very poor. Be careful with you comments about continental players, I've seen a few who have been very disrespectful. Very low times for this forum. Have a look in the mirror and I hope the mods do something about those made those comments. I've read most of the threads on the forum today and have hardly seen any Xenophobia at all. Secondly, what is wrong with disliking him for being an Argie? What is the difference between that and giving someone stick for being an ex-Skate for example?
Badger Posted 18 January, 2013 Posted 18 January, 2013 You better hope my dad doesn't see this. He won't have The Sun in his house. This headline is an oft-cited justification. Was he on The Belgrano then ?
Gemmel Posted 18 January, 2013 Posted 18 January, 2013 I am sorry to come up with this and I do bear in mind that we're all very upset about Adkins, who we all appreciated and was by any means unfairly dismissed, and knowing that his replacement is not someone who the jury has long dictated a positive verdict on doesn't really help our anger. But I am appalled with some disgraceful comments that have been made in the past few hours here, particularly those concerning the new manager's nationality and in some cases the players that may join the club. A disgusting show of disrespect towards people from another country and don't blame it on being angry, some things are just wrong regardless. As someone who has come over to the UK being from another country myself (Portugal), I really do appreciate the British culture and the country as a whole and have British friends. It has been a positive change. However, even though I don't know any of you, I can say I'd be quite reluctant to meeting a good number of you based on your comments about someone from a different nationality, who you don't even know in any sense, and the only thing you have to judge him is his nationality. You seem to be the part of Britain I'm happy to avoid, and it doesn't impress me a lot that a number of you walk down to SMS almost every match day. If you want you can insult NC for being arrogant and cruel or whatever you like. But calling him an Argie and creating hatred around him for that reason is very poor. Be careful with you comments about continental players, I've seen a few who have been very disrespectful. Very low times for this forum. Have a look in the mirror and I hope the mods do something about those made those comments. Oh please .... What a load of nonsense
The Kraken Posted 18 January, 2013 Posted 18 January, 2013 You better hope my dad doesn't see this. He won't have The Sun in his house. This headline is an oft-cited justification. I wouldn't have the Sun in my house either. Mainly for the fact that its a complete piece of sh*t embarrassment. Much like our Chairman, really.
Tokyo-Saint Posted 18 January, 2013 Posted 18 January, 2013 When I was in Argentina, I found them very xenophobic. Well said.
supersonic Posted 18 January, 2013 Posted 18 January, 2013 What about the disrespect Cortese has shown Nigel Adkins and the fans? We don't want a foreign manager who can't speak English and doesn't know the PL. we are in ENGLAND ffs Yet you probably idolise our non-British players like Le Tissier, Ramirez, Lundekvam, Svensson, Pahars etc...
Colbury Posted 18 January, 2013 Posted 18 January, 2013 I am sorry to come up with this and I do bear in mind that we're all very upset about Adkins, who we all appreciated and was by any means unfairly dismissed, and knowing that his replacement is not someone who the jury has long dictated a positive verdict on doesn't really help our anger. But I am appalled with some disgraceful comments that have been made in the past few hours here, particularly those concerning the new manager's nationality and in some cases the players that may join the club. A disgusting show of disrespect towards people from another country and don't blame it on being angry, some things are just wrong regardless. As someone who has come over to the UK being from another country myself (Portugal), I really do appreciate the British culture and the country as a whole and have British friends. It has been a positive change. However, even though I don't know any of you, I can say I'd be quite reluctant to meeting a good number of you based on your comments about someone from a different nationality, who you don't even know in any sense, and the only thing you have to judge him is his nationality. You seem to be the part of Britain I'm happy to avoid, and it doesn't impress me a lot that a number of you walk down to SMS almost every match day. If you want you can insult NC for being arrogant and cruel or whatever you like. But calling him an Argie and creating hatred around him for that reason is very poor. Be careful with you comments about continental players, I've seen a few who have been very disrespectful. Very low times for this forum. Have a look in the mirror and I hope the mods do something about those made those comments. Shut up.
SaintAndy14 Posted 18 January, 2013 Posted 18 January, 2013 Yet you probably idolise our non-British players like Le Tissier, Ramirez, Lundekvam, Svensson, Pahars etc... Le Tissier is British.
Sour Mash Posted 18 January, 2013 Posted 18 January, 2013 Very low times for this forum. Have a look in the mirror and I hope the mods do something about those made those comments. #Prayfortheforum is now 'trending on twitter I hear.
RedAndWhite91 Posted 18 January, 2013 Posted 18 January, 2013 I am sorry to come up with this and I do bear in mind that we're all very upset about Adkins, who we all appreciated and was by any means unfairly dismissed, and knowing that his replacement is not someone who the jury has long dictated a positive verdict on doesn't really help our anger. But I am appalled with some disgraceful comments that have been made in the past few hours here, particularly those concerning the new manager's nationality and in some cases the players that may join the club. A disgusting show of disrespect towards people from another country and don't blame it on being angry, some things are just wrong regardless. As someone who has come over to the UK being from another country myself (Portugal), I really do appreciate the British culture and the country as a whole and have British friends. It has been a positive change. However, even though I don't know any of you, I can say I'd be quite reluctant to meeting a good number of you based on your comments about someone from a different nationality, who you don't even know in any sense, and the only thing you have to judge him is his nationality. You seem to be the part of Britain I'm happy to avoid, and it doesn't impress me a lot that a number of you walk down to SMS almost every match day. If you want you can insult NC for being arrogant and cruel or whatever you like. But calling him an Argie and creating hatred around him for that reason is very poor. Be careful with you comments about continental players, I've seen a few who have been very disrespectful. Very low times for this forum. Have a look in the mirror and I hope the mods do something about those made those comments. I think you have somewhat overreacted. Have a look in the mirror and I hope the mods lock this stupid thread.
Tokyo-Saint Posted 18 January, 2013 Posted 18 January, 2013 I think you have somewhat overreacted. Have a look in the mirror and I hope the mods lock this stupid thread. You're only saying that because he is melmacian. If he was English, you'd have a different opinion.
Draino76 Posted 18 January, 2013 Posted 18 January, 2013 The OP and everyone that has reacted adversely is a wet fanny. If you are worried/upset about todays events, on either side of the fence, then I don't think you deserve to be alive.x
aintforever Posted 18 January, 2013 Posted 18 January, 2013 Xenophobia is wrong, hating Argentina isn't though.
Orange Posted 18 January, 2013 Posted 18 January, 2013 I am sorry to come up with this and I do bear in mind that we're all very upset about Adkins, who we all appreciated and was by any means unfairly dismissed, and knowing that his replacement is not someone who the jury has long dictated a positive verdict on doesn't really help our anger. But I am appalled with some disgraceful comments that have been made in the past few hours here, particularly those concerning the new manager's nationality and in some cases the players that may join the club. A disgusting show of disrespect towards people from another country and don't blame it on being angry, some things are just wrong regardless. As someone who has come over to the UK being from another country myself (Portugal), I really do appreciate the British culture and the country as a whole and have British friends. It has been a positive change. However, even though I don't know any of you, I can say I'd be quite reluctant to meeting a good number of you based on your comments about someone from a different nationality, who you don't even know in any sense, and the only thing you have to judge him is his nationality. You seem to be the part of Britain I'm happy to avoid, and it doesn't impress me a lot that a number of you walk down to SMS almost every match day. If you want you can insult NC for being arrogant and cruel or whatever you like. But calling him an Argie and creating hatred around him for that reason is very poor. Be careful with you comments about continental players, I've seen a few who have been very disrespectful. Very low times for this forum. Have a look in the mirror and I hope the mods do something about those made those comments. Oh f*ck off you pretentious nob. Mabye you're getting muddled up with xenophobia, and people's concerns on his apparent basic understanding of English?
supersonic Posted 18 January, 2013 Posted 18 January, 2013 Le Tissier is British. no he isn't. Like myself, he's from Guernsey. Guernsey isn't part of Britain or the United Kingdom
rooney Posted 18 January, 2013 Posted 18 January, 2013 Cannot understand why anybody should get upset by being called an Argie as surely this is no different to me being called a Brit. I do not find this offensive in the least. Does anybody else?
This Charming Man Posted 18 January, 2013 Posted 18 January, 2013 I am sorry to come up with this and I do bear in mind that we're all very upset about Adkins, who we all appreciated and was by any means unfairly dismissed, and knowing that his replacement is not someone who the jury has long dictated a positive verdict on doesn't really help our anger. But I am appalled with some disgraceful comments that have been made in the past few hours here, particularly those concerning the new manager's nationality and in some cases the players that may join the club. A disgusting show of disrespect towards people from another country and don't blame it on being angry, some things are just wrong regardless. As someone who has come over to the UK being from another country myself (Portugal), I really do appreciate the British culture and the country as a whole and have British friends. It has been a positive change. However, even though I don't know any of you, I can say I'd be quite reluctant to meeting a good number of you based on your comments about someone from a different nationality, who you don't even know in any sense, and the only thing you have to judge him is his nationality. You seem to be the part of Britain I'm happy to avoid, and it doesn't impress me a lot that a number of you walk down to SMS almost every match day. If you want you can insult NC for being arrogant and cruel or whatever you like. But calling him an Argie and creating hatred around him for that reason is very poor. Be careful with you comments about continental players, I've seen a few who have been very disrespectful. Very low times for this forum. Have a look in the mirror and I hope the mods do something about those made those comments. You should be safe there mate, doubt many people are interested in meeting up with a dullard like you.
Bearsy Posted 18 January, 2013 Posted 18 January, 2013 Our new manager's namesake Pocahontas (poss. some relation?) also suffered xenophobias at the hands of Capt. John Smith and what she done is sing him a song bout the beauty and importance of wind and after that they is cool.
MatthewStiles Posted 18 January, 2013 Posted 18 January, 2013 I think it's fair comment from the OP, the vast majority of people criticising the sacking are decent but a few comments have been a bit over the top. There was a thread on here earlier talking about the Malvinas chant ffs though to be fair I think the OP of that thread apologised.
pap Posted 18 January, 2013 Posted 18 January, 2013 Was he on The Belgrano then ? No, he's just not the sort of nationalist knuckle-dragger that would find the headline appealing.
doddisalegend Posted 18 January, 2013 Posted 18 January, 2013 no he isn't. Like myself, he's from Guernsey. Guernsey isn't part of Britain or the United Kingdom Though he played football for................ England (though not as much as he should)
Tokyo-Saint Posted 18 January, 2013 Posted 18 January, 2013 no he isn't. Like myself, he's from Guernsey. Guernsey isn't part of Britain or the United Kingdom That's not what you were saying in WW2.
Baldbarbarian Posted 18 January, 2013 Posted 18 January, 2013 feelings are running high on the subject today, a lot angry about the decision to sack Adkins. The nationality of the new manager is completely irrelavant, I dont care where he is from, he still has my backing.
Chewy Posted 18 January, 2013 Posted 18 January, 2013 In fairness to the OP, there have been a few appalling comments on here today. Not very many, but not very nice either.
Polaroid Saint Posted 18 January, 2013 Posted 18 January, 2013 Calm down. No need for all this argy-bargy... However, I was slightly taken aback when someone called him a dirty cheat, I presume in reference to the foul on Michael Owen in the world cup? You know, the one when Owen clearly dived?
supersonic Posted 18 January, 2013 Posted 18 January, 2013 Though he played football for................ England (though not as much as he should) You seem to be missing my point
supersonic Posted 18 January, 2013 Posted 18 January, 2013 That's not what you were saying in WW2. It's part of the determinations of Crown Dependencies. Independent in all but defense and foreign affairs. If GY gets invaded, the UK has to act, and vica versa. anyway, int's 2013, where someone comes from should have no impact at all on how they do the job. I've noticed a lot of moronic comments today from "fans", some borderline racist. Do you know the guy? No, well leave him to do his job, let's get behind him,
Tokyo-Saint Posted 18 January, 2013 Posted 18 January, 2013 It's part of the determinations of Crown Dependencies. Independent in all but defense and foreign affairs. If GY gets invaded, the UK has to act, and vica versa. anyway, int's 2013, where someone comes from should have no impact at all on how they do the job. I've noticed a lot of moronic comments today from "fans", some borderline racist. Do you know the guy? No, well leave him to do his job, let's get behind him, Don't tell me what to do tax dodger, I'll make up my own mind based on his actions and if he is a NC puppet or not.
Saint Jude Posted 18 January, 2013 Posted 18 January, 2013 Agree - that some of the comments on here have been out of order... we like to claim were a 'family' club etc ... some of the outrage today has been about showing a lack of decency... and there has been quite a few comments that aren't very decent... On the whole though.. the comments haven't been too bad.. and just reflect a frustration in the English game..i.e. we get people from all over Europe admiring it for it's quality, the speed of the game, and then those people come over take control and bring in players/coaches form the other leagues in Europe which seems a bit odd... and is frustrating for the longevity of the 'English' game... that said... I suspect if Adkins had been replaced by Guardiola or Mourinho, I suspect there would have been a few less Xenophobic comments made...
Wes Tender Posted 18 January, 2013 Posted 18 January, 2013 You seem to be missing my point Situated 10 to 30 miles off the north-west coast of France, the Channel Islands are not part of the United Kingdom. They are dependent territories of the English Crown, as successor to the Dukes of Normandy. That is hardly the same as being nothing to do with England as you infer. I understand that Le Tiss could have played for any of the UK national teams if he chose to.
supersonic Posted 18 January, 2013 Posted 18 January, 2013 Don't tell me what to do tax dodger, I'll make up my own mind based on his actions and if he is a NC puppet or not. I pay my tax thank you. I'm not a member of the Conservative party
supersonic Posted 18 January, 2013 Posted 18 January, 2013 That is hardly the same as being nothing to do with England as you infer. I understand that Le Tiss could have played for any of the UK national teams if he chose to. Different Government, currency, tax system, passports, education system, language....need I go on
mynameisthehulk Posted 18 January, 2013 Posted 18 January, 2013 Yeah, the problem with Southampton (the city, not the mighty football club) is that it is full of small minded little Englanders who think anyone from north of Totton is a wog. He is'nt even English FFS, he is an Argy FFS etc are all xenophobic comments and the OP is entirely right. I am gutted for Nigel and think this is a mistake but this is all entirely over the top.
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