ha ha ha. didnt spot that one. if i had thought he was in melborne the language would have been much worse 
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He's a Jets fan. Pretty dedicated by the sounds of it too.
Junior822010-02-25 13:23:12
"Phoenix till they lose"
Posting 97% bollox, 8% lies and 3.658% genuine opinion.
Genuine opinion: FTFFA
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yeah, must be to fly over. good on him. i'll buy him a beer if he comes out to the 'smoking lounge' at half time.
hoping to do the same myself to melb or more likely, sydney.
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go into ticketek lower hutt - the man is a legend
Agreed.
Profile pic. Should you be interested. Lakhsen, on the right, lost touch with him.
Mohammed, on the left, I'm still in touch with. He's now living in Agadez, Niger. More focused on his animals now as tourism has dried up. Is active with a co-op promoting local goods, leather work and bijouterie, into Europe.
20/5/20
Mohammed, on the left, I'm still in touch with. He's now living in Agadez, Niger. More focused on his animals now as tourism has dried up. Is active with a co-op promoting local goods, leather work and bijouterie, into Europe.
20/5/20
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Just to share. Overheard two Indian students yesterday in a lift.
What did you do in the weekend?
My friend came down and we went to the soccer match at the stadium
Who was playing?
It was Wellington playing the Phoenix
Oh do you like football?
No I don't know much about it.
Quite obviously.... I was wearing a Phoenix shirt at the time
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Got my tickets yesterday..aisle 21 row y....same as Glory game. Took 4 newbies along for their first ever Nix game..as we walked out, they said "We are going to the next game arent we?"..hence the same 6 will be there next weekend. Here's hoping they love it as much and come next season..will tell them about wearing yellow as well
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Just to share. Overheard two Indian students yesterday in a lift.
What did you do in the weekend?
My friend came down and we went to the soccer match at the stadium
Who was playing?
It was Wellington playing the Phoenix
Oh do you like football?
No I don't know much about it.
Quite obviously.... I was wearing a Phoenix shirt at the time
painful 
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Well, that's the reality of being the Hot Meme In Town - being popular means people will jump on the bandwagon despite not having a clue where it's headed for. How many people wearing Man U shirts do you really think understand football?
Ramming liberal dribble down your throat since 2009
This forum needs less angst and more Kate Bush threads
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Looking on the Squadron forum. 9 are heading over for this.
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Looking on the Squadron forum. 9 are heading over for this.
also just on the squadron forum and was very dissapointed to see brisbane referded to as "BrisVegas". the only Vegas is RotoVegas!!!! 
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nope just seeing what the vibe was from thier neck of the woods 
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A story from a newbie.
I grew up on rugby from the 1960s. It was the only game in town and every test match was keenly anticipated, listened to on the radio, and then watched on TV. I was as passionate supporter as you could get. (I also used to watch �Match Of The Day� as well and become a support of Perennial strugglers Liverpool. This was in the days of Dalglish, Wright, etc). Some time in the 1990s, things changed. Perhaps it was having children and a wife who refused to let my son play rugby ('too rough') and so he played football until he was 17. Perhaps it was the growth of professional rugby and the birth of 'franchises'. Or perhaps it was the sheer number of games on TV. In the early 2000s I became bored to death with rugby. I stopped subscribing to SkyTV. Football however grew in importance. We even went to the World Cup in Germany and saw two matches - man what an experience that was. Amazing and fantastic.
Meanwhile I regarded 'domestic' football, i.e. the Kings/Kingz/Charlie Demspter/ etc. with disdain. Amateurs, and not worthy of following! Then came the Phoenix. Slowly my perception changed. Clearly this was a new game in town. I started to take an interest in their results and read game reports in the newspapers. And recently we started going to games at the Stadium. The atmosphere was unlike anything I had ever experienced. Amazing. Fantastic. I was enormously proud to be part of the �fever� in Wellington, Can't wait until March 7. We, (Mum, Dad, two adult 'kids'), are all going.
I understand those who regard people like myself as "bandwagon jumpers", "newbies", etc. I get it that we haven�t necessarily done the �hard yards� of standing in the rain watching draw after draw. But if the game here is to grow, or rather to continue to grow, it needs new supporters, people like myself. Middle-aged, middle-class, and bored with rugby. Football isn't called the 'beautiful game' or the 'world game' for nothing. It is both of those. The more people watching, the better.
Wellington really is wonderful, even with the wind and rain, but especially because of the Phoenix!
I grew up on rugby from the 1960s. It was the only game in town and every test match was keenly anticipated, listened to on the radio, and then watched on TV. I was as passionate supporter as you could get. (I also used to watch �Match Of The Day� as well and become a support of Perennial strugglers Liverpool. This was in the days of Dalglish, Wright, etc). Some time in the 1990s, things changed. Perhaps it was having children and a wife who refused to let my son play rugby ('too rough') and so he played football until he was 17. Perhaps it was the growth of professional rugby and the birth of 'franchises'. Or perhaps it was the sheer number of games on TV. In the early 2000s I became bored to death with rugby. I stopped subscribing to SkyTV. Football however grew in importance. We even went to the World Cup in Germany and saw two matches - man what an experience that was. Amazing and fantastic.
Meanwhile I regarded 'domestic' football, i.e. the Kings/Kingz/Charlie Demspter/ etc. with disdain. Amateurs, and not worthy of following! Then came the Phoenix. Slowly my perception changed. Clearly this was a new game in town. I started to take an interest in their results and read game reports in the newspapers. And recently we started going to games at the Stadium. The atmosphere was unlike anything I had ever experienced. Amazing. Fantastic. I was enormously proud to be part of the �fever� in Wellington, Can't wait until March 7. We, (Mum, Dad, two adult 'kids'), are all going.
I understand those who regard people like myself as "bandwagon jumpers", "newbies", etc. I get it that we haven�t necessarily done the �hard yards� of standing in the rain watching draw after draw. But if the game here is to grow, or rather to continue to grow, it needs new supporters, people like myself. Middle-aged, middle-class, and bored with rugby. Football isn't called the 'beautiful game' or the 'world game' for nothing. It is both of those. The more people watching, the better.
Wellington really is wonderful, even with the wind and rain, but especially because of the Phoenix!
Hey you bastards I'm still here.
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Welcome to the beautiful game, Sam. 
Apparently I'm apathetic, but I couldn't care less.
"Being a Partick Thistle fan sets you apart. It means youre a free thinker. It also means your team has no money." Tim Luckhurst, The Independent, 4th December 2003
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Sunset Sam
You bringing Lucy and Ramona on the 7th?
Selhurst Park, 25 January 1995
What else could he have done?
What else could he have done?
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Sunset Sam
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You bringing Lucy and Ramona on the 7th?
Oh man, I wish. Still tryin' to find a plan!
Hey you bastards I'm still here.
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How many people wearing Man U shirts do you really think understand football?
I understand football.
Paulinho2010-02-25 15:48:17
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It's been decided. We won't be going 
"Family commitments", as overseas people are coming in to Auckland to see us, so we'll have to drive up there. Negociations to bring them to sunny Wellington have failed
I don't think I can come back to this forum for the next few weeks, because the awesomeness of this upcoming occasion will be too much for me to bear!
I really, really, really hope it is a sell out guys. Go for it! I've already recruited 2 replacements to go in our steed, probably swear and cheer louder than us too so hopefully that makes up for it?
"Family commitments", as overseas people are coming in to Auckland to see us, so we'll have to drive up there. Negociations to bring them to sunny Wellington have failed
I don't think I can come back to this forum for the next few weeks, because the awesomeness of this upcoming occasion will be too much for me to bear!
I really, really, really hope it is a sell out guys. Go for it! I've already recruited 2 replacements to go in our steed, probably swear and cheer louder than us too so hopefully that makes up for it?
Central Hawkes Bay Nix
and tragic follower of Charlton Athletic
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I can sympathise. I had the same problem for the AWs game in November. 'Gutted' didn't begin to describe how I felt. I feel your pain.
Apparently I'm apathetic, but I couldn't care less.
"Being a Partick Thistle fan sets you apart. It means youre a free thinker. It also means your team has no money." Tim Luckhurst, The Independent, 4th December 2003
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Serious italics issues - http://www.a-league.com.au/default.aspx?s=newsdisplay&id=32798
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How many people wearing Man U shirts do you really think understand football?
I understand football.
Even so - that doesn't excuse you for supporting Man U
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Nice words Sunset Sam.
All are welcome to suport the Phoenix - you do not need to earn entry by pervious attendances or being disenchanated with any other sport - just turn up and enjoy and hopefully you will further the mighty Nix with your verbal support also.
We are not in competition with rugby or any other sport - we are competing against the other A league teams only...the other sports don't have to fail or look bad for football to grow and people (like myself) can enjoy both. The quicker people stop comparing and 'knocking' any other sport the better - just focus on what is good about football.
Roll on sunday week .. can't wait !!!
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A story from a newbie.
I grew up on rugby from the 1960s. It was the only game in town and every test match was keenly anticipated, listened to on the radio, and then watched on TV. I was as passionate supporter as you could get. (I also used to watch �Match Of The Day� as well and become a support of Perennial strugglers Perennial strugglers Liverpool. This was in the days of Dalglish, Wright, etc). Some time in the 1990s, things changed. Perhaps it was having children and a wife who refused to let my son play rugby ('too rough') and so he played football until he was 17. Perhaps it was the growth of professional rugby and the birth of 'franchises'. Or perhaps it was the sheer number of games on TV. In the early 2000s I became bored to death with rugby. I stopped subscribing to SkyTV. Football however grew in importance. We even went to the World Cup in Germany and saw two matches - man what an experience that was. Amazing and fantastic.
Meanwhile I regarded 'domestic' football, i.e. the Kings/Kingz/Charlie Demspter/ etc. with disdain. Amateurs, and not worthy of following! Then came the Phoenix. Slowly my perception changed. Clearly this was a new game in town. I started to take an interest in their results and read game reports in the newspapers. And recently we started going to games at the Stadium. The atmosphere was unlike anything I had ever experienced. Amazing. Fantastic. I was enormously proud to be part of the �fever� in Wellington, Can't wait until March 7. We, (Mum, Dad, two adult 'kids'), are all going.
I understand those who regard people like myself as "bandwagon jumpers", "newbies", etc. I get it that we haven�t necessarily done the �hard yards� of standing in the rain watching draw after draw. But if the game here is to grow, or rather to continue to grow, it needs new supporters, people like myself. Middle-aged, middle-class, and bored with rugby. Football isn't called the 'beautiful game' or the 'world game' for nothing. It is both of those. The more people watching, the better.
Wellington really is wonderful, even with the wind and rain, but especially because of the Phoenix!
I grew up on rugby from the 1960s. It was the only game in town and every test match was keenly anticipated, listened to on the radio, and then watched on TV. I was as passionate supporter as you could get. (I also used to watch �Match Of The Day� as well and become a support of Perennial strugglers Perennial strugglers Liverpool. This was in the days of Dalglish, Wright, etc). Some time in the 1990s, things changed. Perhaps it was having children and a wife who refused to let my son play rugby ('too rough') and so he played football until he was 17. Perhaps it was the growth of professional rugby and the birth of 'franchises'. Or perhaps it was the sheer number of games on TV. In the early 2000s I became bored to death with rugby. I stopped subscribing to SkyTV. Football however grew in importance. We even went to the World Cup in Germany and saw two matches - man what an experience that was. Amazing and fantastic.
Meanwhile I regarded 'domestic' football, i.e. the Kings/Kingz/Charlie Demspter/ etc. with disdain. Amateurs, and not worthy of following! Then came the Phoenix. Slowly my perception changed. Clearly this was a new game in town. I started to take an interest in their results and read game reports in the newspapers. And recently we started going to games at the Stadium. The atmosphere was unlike anything I had ever experienced. Amazing. Fantastic. I was enormously proud to be part of the �fever� in Wellington, Can't wait until March 7. We, (Mum, Dad, two adult 'kids'), are all going.
I understand those who regard people like myself as "bandwagon jumpers", "newbies", etc. I get it that we haven�t necessarily done the �hard yards� of standing in the rain watching draw after draw. But if the game here is to grow, or rather to continue to grow, it needs new supporters, people like myself. Middle-aged, middle-class, and bored with rugby. Football isn't called the 'beautiful game' or the 'world game' for nothing. It is both of those. The more people watching, the better.
Wellington really is wonderful, even with the wind and rain, but especially because of the Phoenix!
Mate its a huge bandwagon and everyone's welcome!
The answer to life's problems are rarely found at the bottom of a beer glass - but it's always worth a look.
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It's been decided. We won't be going�"Family commitments", as overseas people are coming in to Auckland to see us, so we'll have to drive up there. Negociations to bring them to sunny Wellington have failed I don't think I can come back to this forum for the next few weeks, because the awesomeness of this upcoming occasion will be too much for me to bear!I really, really, really hope it is a sell out guys. Go for it!
"Family commitments", as overseas people are coming in to Auckland to see us, so we'll have to drive up there. Negociations to bring them to sunny Wellington have failed I don't think I can come back to this forum for the next few weeks, because the awesomeness of this upcoming occasion will be too much for me to bear!I really, really, really hope it is a sell out guys. Go for it!
I'm in the same boat (sort of).
Ah well, sell it out Wellington!
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Did I hear right on TV3 news tonight that New Zealand are flying ECONOMY to and from Los Angeles?
Unacceptable in the circumstances if that is the case IMO. It will be even worse if Rory Fallon gets his wish to upgrade and nobody else does.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qe_B5CzbTJo - Caceres winning penalty v Perth - footage from the Fever Zone
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like we can afford to send a whole squad of players on business class. get real guys.
Allegedly
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Well, someone said earlier on this thread that they'll probably be fine for the Newcastle game as they'll be flying business / first class and will likely be able to get some decent sleep.
Now it seems that's not the case?
How about Terry S paying for Business Class for the Phoenix guys? Could be worth the cost in the long run...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qe_B5CzbTJo - Caceres winning penalty v Perth - footage from the Fever Zone
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Thats great that already sold more than last week yay
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it's all sweet. Air nz increased number of seats in economy.(actually i think they may have made it more spacious or is that in the distant future)
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whats the point in having thai airways as a sponsor if u cant get decent seats?
having just done the aukland to LA longhaul its not much fun. the boys are gonna be tired for sundays game. dont forget LA is 21hours behind NZ as well
rojas, so special
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Air NZ ... should cash in on Nix media and offer to upgrade the team... after all it is the national airline. Midfielder2010-02-25 19:57:35
Socceroo/ Mariner / Whangarei
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Air NZ ... should cash in on Nix media and offer to upgrade the team... after all it is the national airline.
Except the A-League is sponsored by Qantas....
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whats the point in having Thai airways as a sponsor if u cant get decent seats?
having just done the Auckland to LA long haul its not much fun. the boys are gonna be tired for sundays game. dont forget LA is 21hours behind NZ as well
Or 3 hours ahead (different day) - time difference of 3 hours - same as Brisbane and 2 hours less than Perth.
Any flight that long is tough though flying East West always seems easier, for some reason, than long haul West East.
The Nix players should of course be coming back business class - problem is you can't fly some and not others business ..........
Thai Airways are (or were last time I checked) part of the Star Alliance with Air NZ - surely they could arrange for the team to come back business. Failing that the NZ FA need to step up (I know $s are tight) but the extra cost is a very small portion of the WC windfall - a windfall I suggest they wouldn't have got if it hadn't been for the Nix.
Step up NZ FA and do all you can to get the Nix boys back in their best possible shape - time to give a little back to the club that is taking NZ football to a new level.
He dribbles a lot and the opposition dont like it - you can see it all over their faces. (Ron Atkinson)
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Rory Fallon f**ks me off.
Agree with ya there CboZ!
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whats the point in having Thai airways as a sponsor if u cant get decent seats?
having just done the Auckland to LA long haul its not much fun. the boys are gonna be tired for sundays game. dont forget LA is 21hours behind NZ as well
Or 3 hours ahead (different day) - time difference of 3 hours - same as Brisbane and 2 hours less than Perth.
Any flight that long is tough though flying East West always seems easier, for some reason, than long haul West East.
All very well saying this but they will still be pretty disorientated from the trip over there so it's not the same as if they were just flying LA to Auckland one way.
Agree with the rest of your post.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qe_B5CzbTJo - Caceres winning penalty v Perth - footage from the Fever Zone
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We are not in competition with rugby or any other sport - we are competing against the other A league teams only...the other sports don't have to fail or look bad for football to grow and people (like myself) can enjoy both. The quicker people stop comparing and 'knocking' any other sport the better - just focus on what is good about football.
Roll on sunday week .. can't wait !!!
Profile pic. Should you be interested. Lakhsen, on the right, lost touch with him.
Mohammed, on the left, I'm still in touch with. He's now living in Agadez, Niger. More focused on his animals now as tourism has dried up. Is active with a co-op promoting local goods, leather work and bijouterie, into Europe.
20/5/20
Mohammed, on the left, I'm still in touch with. He's now living in Agadez, Niger. More focused on his animals now as tourism has dried up. Is active with a co-op promoting local goods, leather work and bijouterie, into Europe.
20/5/20
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just checked Jets supporters site - not even a topic for the game v Nix!!!
Nice post by topiary 'Wellington welcomes You' that was well received - Nice
http://www.newcastlefootball.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?6-Jets-and-A-League
Nice post by topiary 'Wellington welcomes You' that was well received - Nice
http://www.newcastlefootball.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?6-Jets-and-A-League
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Air NZ ... should cash in on Nix media and offer to upgrade the team... after all it is the national airline.
Except the A-League is sponsored by Qantas....
i don't believe that qantas can legally stop Air NZ upgrading NZ citizens (or any other nations')
and i don't believe they can stop Air NZ staff tweeting /facebookig and/or blogging the fact
or have i missed something in the a-league contractual relationship with the Nix??
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And since they are returning from international duty, it has 'nothing' to do with the Phoenix, or therefore, the A-League / FFA...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qe_B5CzbTJo - Caceres winning penalty v Perth - footage from the Fever Zone
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