Oppo Camp The Non-North Football Discussion & AFL Matchday Chat Thread: Edition IV

[Devington]

Sure as shit wasn't expecting that scoreline at quarter time. Wowsers.

 

[GreatBradScott]

I reckon if we DNA tested Darcy Fogarty, we could get him as a F/S under the obscure W. Carey lovechild rule.

 

[giantroo]

 

[Tectonic]

anyone looked at the eagles run home?

SO far they have had
6 matches in perth
3 in Melb, and 1 at spotless.

Travel schedule of
Perth > Melbourne > Perth > Perth > Melbourne > Perth > Perth > Spotless > Perth > Melbourne

7 of their wins against teams in the bottom 9. (Bulldogs, GC, Carl, Freo, Port, GWS (the last 3 admittedly are no pushover and their wins vs geel, rich and haw have been strong)

Their upcoming games include

6 in perth (Saints, Ess, GWS, Dogs, Freo, Melbourne)
1 in Sydney (Swans)
1 in Melb (Coll.)
2 in Adelaide (Adel, Port)
1 At the Gabba
1 at Blundtstone

In this period they travel
Perth > Bye > Sydney > Perth > Adelaide > Perth > Melbourne > Perth > Hobart > Perth > Adelaide > Perth > Brisbane

That's quite the travel plan. Its going to be hard to maintain their form and consistency through that, but if they come out of it looking good then they will be scary come finals.

But I think with when and where our game is against them, it's definitely winnable.

 

[Firestarter]

Oh good timing. I'm listening to the in house podcast with Petrie as a guest and didn't realise they have four of our former players as staff -- Dish, Simpson, Pratt, Brady. No wonder they annoyed us about LMac.

 

[King Corey]

Oh good timing. I'm listening to the in house podcast with Petrie as a guest and didn't realise they have four of our former players as staff -- Dish, Simpson, Pratt, Brady. No wonder they annoyed us about LMac.

The vision of a retired Drew turning up on a North podcast wearing his eagles gear turned my stomach. Even if he works there. Just come in with street clothes ffs.

 

[Firestarter]

The vision of a retired Drew turning up on a North podcast wearing his eagles gear turned my stomach. Even if he works there. Just come in with street clothes ffs.

Ah right, you watched the Youtube clip too. Wouldn't be surprised if it was a requirement to let him guest.

 

[big_e]

The vision of a retired Drew turning up on a North podcast wearing his eagles gear turned my stomach. Even if he works there. Just come in with street clothes ffs.

Came to the pre-game function in non-branded clothes. He may have been wearing them on the podcast simply because he'd come from work.

 

[King Corey]

Loved hearing Lyon et al on SEN whack off about Melbourne's midfield citing Viney, Oliver, Petracca, Brayshaw etc.

Not even a sideways reference as to how they actually acquired those players.

 

[Only Forwards]

Loved hearing Lyon et al on SEN whack off about Melbourne's midfield citing Viney, Oliver, Petracca, Brayshaw etc.

Not even a sideways reference as to how they actually acquired those players.

Melbourne are basically a behind closed doors version of GWS.

- tanked
- f***ed up multiple pick 1s
- f***ed up a priority pick
- had an AFL installed CEO
- had an AFL 'recommended' (partially paid for?) coach
- had a pseudo priority pick by virtue of Frawley compo

There is not a lot there that screams character.

 

[Devington]

Oh sweet it's Friday night, not doing anything so I might watch the footy. Oh? What's that? Carlton are playing? For the eleventieth time on a Friday this season? Awesome, just what I wanted to watch, thanks AFL!

 

[bengrina]

Oh sweet it's Friday night, not doing anything so I might watch the footy. Oh? What's that? Carlton are playing? For the eleventieth time on a Friday this season? Awesome, just what I wanted to watch, thanks AFL!

Serious question . What is the possible reason Carlton are playing so many Friday night games this season especially given the debacle it was when they were given 5 or 6 a couple of seasons ago ? There’s a simple solution to the issues with the Friday night fixture . They should have all games to be played be teams scheduled at thr start of the year . 5 weeks out they should release the schedule based around how teams are performing

 

[Groin guru]

You know what...curnow is the most overrated player in the comp. suggesting he's going to carry the mantle on from franklin is laughable.

 

[Boomerfan99]

FMD. Another Carlton Friday night game. Who is the dickhead who is scheduling these games?

 

[Ischenko]

Oh sweet it's Friday night, not doing anything so I might watch the footy. Oh? What's that? Carlton are playing? For the eleventieth time on a Friday this season? Awesome, just what I wanted to watch, thanks AFL!

It's ****ed isn't it? I've had a huge day at work, just sat down and cracked a stout, nice and warm and looking forward to a mellow night in, ready to enjoy some footy...****ing Carlton again. With BT, Lingy and the rest of the drooling cretins. The AFL look after the best game in the world and they are managing to make it unwatchable. It's ****ed.

 

[Samsquanch]

Melbourne are basically a behind closed doors version of GWS.

- tanked
- f***ed up multiple pick 1s
- f***ed up a priority pick
- had an AFL installed CEO
- had an AFL 'recommended' (partially paid for?) coach
- had a pseudo priority pick by virtue of Frawley compo

There is not a lot there that screams character.

- didn't tanked
- didn't take any PEDs

 

[Bigeasy]

I hope Sydney win by 150 and Buddy kicks 14, 14!!!!

 

[Firestarter]

Serious question . What is the possible reason Carlton are playing so many Friday night games this season especially given the debacle it was when they were given 5 or 6 a couple of seasons ago ? There’s a simple solution to the issues with the Friday night fixture . They should have all games to be played be teams scheduled at thr start of the year . 5 weeks out they should release the schedule based around how teams are performing

Ratings. Because the AFL prostituted itself out to the highest bidder 15 or so years ago.

 

[joegreen]

What's with Carlton with the royal blue and white!!?? They're our colours... Bugger off!

 

[holeinone]

Might be the only time Carlton lead tonight

 

[Hojuman]

I hope Sydney win by 150 and Buddy kicks 14, 14!!!!

Realistically be nice if Carltank knocked 'em off for us.

 

[Boomerfan99]

It's ****** isn't it? I've had a huge day at work, just sat down and cracked a stout, nice and warm and looking forward to a mellow night in, ready to enjoy some footy...******* Carlton again. With BT, Lingy and the rest of the drooling cretins. The AFL look after the best game in the world and they are managing to make it unwatchable. It's ******.

Are you talking about the game or your stout?

 

[Gone north]

Want to know why ratings / crowds / interest is down ....

The umpires ...

 

[koshari]

Waching the carlton v swans game. Easy shots by curnow and heywood. Their kicking actions look fragile. Just reafirms how solid ben browns routine is.

 

[giantroo]