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Sydney FC - Uffie's Sky Blue Army

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03 Sep 10:51 · edited 09 Sep 06:34

2ndBest wrote:

james dean wrote:

2ndBest wrote:

Sydney FC Chairman Scott Barlow would like to clarify the status of Alessandro Del Piero, who today agreed to enter into final discussions with the Sky Blues.

“Alessandro Del Piero has not signed a contract with Sydney FC as yet. The two parties have agreed to have a meeting in Turin early next week to confirm the possibility of signing a contract,” Mr Barlow said.

 

Will be massively funny if it blows out.

 

That's very petty.  For the good of the league this needs to work

Sure it will be good for the a-league this year.  Can't see it raising the profile internationally, but will probable get more people to games.

However, if the phoenix annoucned the signing of the player, and then it turned out there will be some talks, then you'd be the first to cricitise them.  Given Sydney's CEO issues in the past, you'd think they would try to play this on the safe side.

It has actually been fairly big news here in the UK - I think mainly because he was linked with Celtic and has been linked with Premier league clubs in the past.  That's why I don't think it would be funny if he doesn't sign - I think it would be an absolute disaster!!

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03 Sep 11:03 · edited 09 Sep 06:34

I'm not sure I understand why this 'needs to work' for the good of the league other than if you mean the reputation of the league which could be tarnished after it made headlines and if it turns out to be wrong.

The legacy of signings like this in the league has been limited, at best it will spike crowd numbers but evidence is they won't necessarily stay after piling in to see the circus show.

Don't get me wrong, I rate him higher than any of the other Marquee or guests that have played in the league (I'm quite a fan boy despite no love for Juve) but to assert that the league is dependent on signing a soon to be 38yo who only started 5 games last season suggests you think the A-League is in it's death throes.

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03 Sep 12:05 · edited 09 Sep 06:34

james dean wrote:

2ndBest wrote:

james dean wrote:

2ndBest wrote:

Sydney FC Chairman Scott Barlow would like to clarify the status of Alessandro Del Piero, who today agreed to enter into final discussions with the Sky Blues.

“Alessandro Del Piero has not signed a contract with Sydney FC as yet. The two parties have agreed to have a meeting in Turin early next week to confirm the possibility of signing a contract,” Mr Barlow said.

 

Will be massively funny if it blows out.

 

That's very petty.  For the good of the league this needs to work

Sure it will be good for the a-league this year.  Can't see it raising the profile internationally, but will probable get more people to games.

However, if the phoenix annoucned the signing of the player, and then it turned out there will be some talks, then you'd be the first to cricitise them.  Given Sydney's CEO issues in the past, you'd think they would try to play this on the safe side.

It has actually been fairly big news here in the UK - I think mainly because he was linked with Celtic and has been linked with Premier league clubs in the past.  That's why I don't think it would be funny if he doesn't sign - I think it would be an absolute disaster!!

 

Sure it might be big news at the moment. But I don't it will be in a month and most people will have forgotten about the league and him.

For example, does anyone follow the UAE pro-league even though Gyan and Maradona are there. Or the Chinese league with Drogba?

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03 Sep 12:41 · edited 09 Sep 06:34

No but A-League is on TV here where those are not.  There are other things e.g. Soccer AM (Sat morning football show) has an A-League section.  

HN, I'm not sure who that comment is addressed to.  I don't at all think this transfer has to work for the league to work - I just think it's going to look like amateur hour if Sydney trumpet the signing and it all falls apart.  That will play badly overseas, but yes that won't last.  Where it will hurt is in the Aussie media and that's actually far more important.  You can imagine the league and AFL guys sharpening their pencils right now...   

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03 Sep 16:46 · edited 09 Sep 06:34

He's been linked with Olympiakos on Twitter today.

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03 Sep 22:11 · edited 09 Sep 06:34

james dean wrote:

N  I don't at all think this transfer has to work for the league to work - I just think it's going to look like amateur hour if Sydney trumpet the signing and it all falls apart.  

 

And whose fault is that?

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04 Sep 04:28 · edited 09 Sep 06:34

The leagues - obviously. 


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04 Sep 04:43 · edited 09 Sep 06:34

5hrs ago - Tony P "Long day of meetings by @lou_Sticca and I with ADP management team today. Tailks still progressing and more tomorrow. Still positive"

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04 Sep 08:34 · edited 09 Sep 06:34

james dean wrote:

Where it will hurt is in the Aussie media and that's actually far more important.  You can imagine the league and AFL guys sharpening their pencils right now...   

 

They've already dished out dirt on the possible signing, "ADP who?"-Ray Hadley, RL commentator. (Or was it Ray Warren? Ray somebody or another)

The fact that halfwits like Gordon Tallis are commenting defencively on it says it's being noticed by the wider public & the traditional sports media don't like it. Why should they?

It doen't matter what those cunts think, we just carry on regardless.

If we don't get him, that's business & we've been doing amongst some serious clubs.

Of course there will already be pre-prepared coulumns at the ready: "Sydney Super Annuation Windfall for Euro Hack" if he signs & "Unrealistic A-League can't hope to attract the talent of Euro legend" if he doesn't.

Damned if we do..etc.

 

There's supposed to be three more players in the mix btw...

& fwiw, I think he will sign.

I just wish we had an ACL tournament for him to be involved in.

 

 

 

 

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04 Sep 08:51 · edited 09 Sep 06:34

Regardless of the outcome it was a bold and positive move by Bling and Tony P.

(Kudos to you Tony P, I'd buy you a beer next time you're in town, etc. etc. *mumble - burn an effigy of Harold Bishop*)

I agree with Traitor - bollox to all the naysayers.

 

 

However if he does sign then I will wear my Toon shirt which is similar to Juventus on 6 Oct.

 

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04 Sep 09:00 · edited 09 Sep 06:34

http://theworldgame.sbs.com.au/news/1119277/Done-deal:-Sydney-nabs-Del-Piero

 

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04 Sep 09:02 · edited 09 Sep 06:34

http://theworldgame.sbs.com.au/news/1119277/Done-deal:-Sydney-nabs-Del-Piero

 

"Sharing rewards the weak"- Steven Colbert

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04 Sep 09:10 · edited 09 Sep 06:34

"Sharing rewards the weak"- Steven Colbert

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04 Sep 09:48 · edited 09 Sep 06:34

Can't wait for round one.


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04 Sep 09:54 · edited 09 Sep 06:34

Presser at 9pm NZT.

 

 

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04 Sep 09:56 · edited 09 Sep 06:34

An hour ago? 


Allegedly

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04 Sep 09:58 · edited 09 Sep 06:34

Tomorrow...

 

 

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04 Sep 10:04 · edited 09 Sep 06:34

Hoping I can make the first game...I am already in Wellington for a tournament so just have to hope the tourny schedule is good so I can get to the game.

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04 Sep 11:04 · edited 09 Sep 06:34

Enjoy playing with McFlynn.

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04 Sep 12:21 · edited 09 Sep 06:34

Lovin' this, absolutely lovin' it!

 

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04 Sep 16:38 · edited 09 Sep 06:34

Being linked with Liverpool now.... Though in fairness, anyone who has ever played as a striker, anywhere, is currently being linked to Liverpool.

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04 Sep 22:21 · edited 09 Sep 06:34

[quote Tancredi Palmeri @tancredipalmeri]

Del Piero-Liverpool:apparently Liverpool offer arrived too late! Seems Alex turned down Liverpool offer cause already gave his word to Sydney[/quote]

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04 Sep 23:51 · edited 09 Sep 06:34

'Word' means nothing. If he wanted to join Liverpool, he would. I guess nobody wants to join Liverpool at the moment.


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04 Sep 23:57 · edited 09 Sep 06:34

patrick478 wrote:

'Word' means nothing. If he wanted to join Liverpool, he would. I guess nobody wants to join Liverpool at the moment.

Del Piero doesn't strike me as a money grabbing player, he stayed with Juve when they were relegated and lots of others left. Plus he would have had to be registered already for Liverpool's 25 man squad today. So if he was to back out, he wouldn't be able to play until Jan for Liverpoool.
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05 Sep 00:36 · edited 09 Sep 06:34

A League Twitter: News| Del Piero @sydneyfc deal still unconfirmed: bit.ly/OUtAT9 #Aleague

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05 Sep 09:20 · edited 09 Sep 06:34

Presser at 11pm tonight NZT now.


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05 Sep 11:16 · edited 09 Sep 06:34

Great work Tony P, now can you pass on your back up targets to Welnix to have a look at?

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05 Sep 11:27 · edited 09 Sep 06:34

Still no official announcement, although A-League site says "An official announcement is expected at 9.30pm AEST". 3 minutes away as I type .....

.... tbc.

 

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05 Sep 11:42 · edited 09 Sep 06:34

[quote Val Migliaccio @Val61]

Alessandro del Piero signs for Sydney..... Photo http://pic.twitter.com/H7336gpJ[/quote]

[Edit: pic was a bit big and wont reduce in size]

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05 Sep 11:49 · edited 09 Sep 06:34

Looks like it's done.

May I be the first to say welcome Al.

...and also may I just say that if you want to wear a Juve top to the opener against Sydney, may I recommend you sit in aisle 1 or 36.

 

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05 Sep 11:58 · edited 09 Sep 06:34

Del Piero & Sydney FC trending worldwide on twitter. I wonder if the interest in Italy would be enough for one of the TV stations to pick up the rights for the A-League.

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05 Sep 12:01 · edited 09 Sep 06:34

I wonder if a walking stick is included in his contract.

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05 Sep 12:02 · edited 09 Sep 06:34

I've seen tweets from people that Sydney FC games are going to be shown on SKY TV in Italy. Not sure of the source though.

I think we should think of something witty to put on my banner in Round one.


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05 Sep 13:56 · edited 09 Sep 06:34

el grapadura wrote:

I wonder if a walking stick is included in this contract.

 

Hmmmmm, nup. I don't think so..

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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05 Sep 14:12 · edited 09 Sep 06:34

Had better have a new hip on standby then. 


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05 Sep 19:18 · edited 09 Sep 06:34

The pen on paper http://instagr.am/p/PMlrP_PerN/media?size=l

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05 Sep 19:22 · edited 09 Sep 06:34

Fabulous signing for the league!!


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05 Sep 19:32 · edited 09 Sep 06:34

patrick478 wrote:

I've seen tweets from people that Sydney FC games are going to be shown on SKY TV in Italy. Not sure of the source though.

I think we should think of something witty to put on my banner in Round one.

Romanes eunt domus?

 

NB: Has been done by Bayern Munich against AS Roma http://pythonline.com/media/and-now-something-completely-silly-%E2%80%93-uefa-bans-python-joke

 

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05 Sep 20:59 · edited 09 Sep 06:34

Well I'm going official on this and stating that this is an amazing signing.  He will be a brilliant player in this league.

2ndBest wrote:

Enjoy playing with McFlynn.

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el grapadura wrote:

I wonder if a walking stick is included in his contract.

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[quote=Tegal]

Had better have a new hip on standby then. 

[quote=Steve-O]

Have 8 year old kids even heard of Del Piero??  He's done not a lot of note in recent years.

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