Why do Irish people support English teams?

Balanadan · 09-03-2019 5:16pm

wobatkicker23 wrote: »

That’s presumably because they were with you, a regular.

The one LOI game I went to the supporters were huddled under a shed passing a bottle of vodka around. Locker room talk galore, most of the time was spent on social media trying to show how hardcore they were.

Some of the chanting was obnoxious ‘**** English Football’ ‘Bomb the Premier League’ etc.

Balanadan · 09-03-2019 5:17pm

wobatkicker23 wrote: »

That’s presumably because they were with you, a regular.

The one LOI game I went to the supporters were huddled under a shed passing a bottle of vodka around. Locker room talk galore, most of the time was spent on social media trying to show how hardcore they were.

Some of the chanting was obnoxious ‘**** English Football’ ‘Bomb the Premier League’ etc.

Paz-CCFC · 09-03-2019 5:19pm

wobatkicker23 wrote: »

That’s presumably because they were with you, a regular.

The one LOI game I went to the supporters were huddled under a shed passing a bottle of vodka around. Locker room talk galore, most of the time was spent on social media trying to show how hardcore they were.

Some of the chanting was obnoxious ‘**** English Football’ ‘Bomb the Premier League’ etc.

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Balanadan · 09-03-2019 5:19pm

wobatkicker23 wrote: »

That’s presumably because they were with you, a regular.

The one LOI game I went to the supporters were huddled under a shed passing a bottle of vodka around. Locker room talk galore, most of the time was spent on social media trying to show how hardcore they were.

Some of the chanting was obnoxious ‘**** English Football’ ‘Bomb the Premier League’ etc.

andekwarhola · 09-03-2019 5:19pm

wobatkicker23 wrote: »

That’s presumably because they were with you, a regular.

The one LOI game I went to the supporters were huddled under a shed passing a bottle of vodka around. Locker room talk galore, most of the time was spent on social media trying to show how hardcore they were.

Some of the chanting was obnoxious ‘**** English Football’ ‘Bomb the Premier League’ etc.

Where was this?

wobatkicker23 · 09-03-2019 5:22pm

andekwarhola wrote: »

Where was this?

I’d rather not say, lest I tar all Shamrock Rovers supporters with the same brush.

Omackeral · 09-03-2019 5:45pm

limnam wrote: »

Little do they know it's the chip that stops some people from getting involved in LOI

dan1895 wrote: »

Funny that not one of the dozens of people I've brought to Tolka over the years received anything but a warm welcome from the regulars no matter who they supported.

100% this. My mate was a die hard Man United fan and nothing else mattered. He got bitten by the bug of live football and he's now a season ticket holder at Bohs. We go around the whole country following them, literally following them, and we've made some brilliant mates from that. It's fantastic. Many of the group I go with were simply friends of friends and now we're our own group. It's always always a warm welcome to any new people.

Anybody who thinks people from 'outside' are sneered at ask yourself this; How in the hell would anyone even know that you're new? You're not made to wear a badge or a leper bell. It's a pure myth.

My mate still likes Man United btw and had the audacity to enjoy their win the other night.

Omackeral · 09-03-2019 5:49pm

Avatar MIA wrote: »

Oh, I agree, for me it's be Cork, but I've never actually been to a Cork game. Part of the reason is that where I'm living is not Cork and my friends wouldn't go to a local game. I've been meaning to go to a Limerick v Cork game.

You absolutely should give it a go. They're in different divisions at the moment but the Munster Derby can be tasty enough. The skills won't always be breath taking but the passion is great on the pitch and off it and you'll still see talented players like Karl Sheppard, returning stars like Damien Delaney and then maybe the next up and comers like Seanny Maguire or maybe even a Wes Hoolahan or James McClean.

The Moldy Gowl · 09-03-2019 5:49pm

I'm from limerick and have a bohs season ticket.
Where do I fall into this?

Omackeral · 09-03-2019 5:52pm

wobatkicker23 wrote: »

That’s presumably because they were with you, a regular.

The one LOI game I went to the supporters were huddled under a shed passing a bottle of vodka around. Locker room talk galore, most of the time was spent on social media trying to show how hardcore they were.

Some of the chanting was obnoxious ‘**** English Football’ ‘Bomb the Premier League’ etc.

I'd say none of that happened except the drinking. ''Bomb the Premier League''. Would ya give over. 9 out of 10 of them are probably United/Liverpool fans.

I'll ask again, how would anyone know you're new?

wobatkicker23 · 09-03-2019 5:52pm

OP you haven’t answered my question.

Do you expect Kerry man and women to support Cork City?

Omackeral · 09-03-2019 5:53pm

andekwarhola wrote: »

Where was this?

I'd say somewhere between Never Never Land and Narnia.

Omackeral · 09-03-2019 5:54pm

wobatkicker23 wrote: »

OP you haven’t answered my question.

Do you expect Kerry man and women to support Cork City?

Depends if they want to bomb the Premier League or not really.

_Puma_ · 09-03-2019 5:59pm

wobatkicker23 wrote: »

OP you haven’t answered my question.

Do you expect Kerry man and women to support Cork City?

Know plenty of Mayo supporters for Sligo or Galway United. Similarly Clare supportes of Limerick FC.

Most of underage setups for the clubs take in players from neighbouring counties. Very important for the players continue their studies while playing.

wobatkicker23 · 09-03-2019 6:01pm

Omackeral wrote: »

Depends if they want to bomb the Premier League or not really.

You have no answer.

And therein lies the difference between supporting a GAA team and a LOI franchise.

wobatkicker23 · 09-03-2019 6:02pm

_Puma_ wrote: »

Know plenty of Mayo supporters for Sligo or Galway United. Similarly Clare supportes of Limerick FC.

Most of underage setups for the clubs take in players from neighbouring counties. Very important for the players continue their studies while playing.

That’s great but when it is two counties with the sporting rivalry that Cork and Kerry have then you won’t find Kerry people supporting Cork City.

Cork City don’t even represent the rest of the county.

tayto lover · 09-03-2019 6:03pm

wobatkicker23 wrote: »

OP you haven’t answered my question.

Do you expect Kerry man and women to support Cork City?

I know several men from Cavan who support Dundalk.
Regular attenders.

The Moldy Gowl · 09-03-2019 6:05pm

wobatkicker23 wrote: »

You have no answer.

And therein lies the difference between supporting a GAA team and a LOI franchise.

Im sure people drink and curse at GAA as well

Can't really see any bohs chants directed at pats or rovers being used at a GAA match. Can't really see Dublin supporters call Cork supporters **** and vice versa. Does gaa even have any chants or songs?
It's a different kettle of fish.

Balanadan · 09-03-2019 6:05pm

wobatkicker23 wrote: »

That’s great but when it is two counties with the sporting rivalry that Cork and Kerry have then you won’t find Kerry people supporting Cork City.

Cork City don’t even represent the rest of the county.

Omackeral · 09-03-2019 6:06pm

wobatkicker23 wrote: »

You have no answer.

And therein lies the difference between supporting a GAA team and a LOI franchise.

Ok, your anecdote is total bollocks off the bat. How could you see what lads are putting on their social media, are you creeping over their phones? Secondly, the ''bomb the premier league'' thing is among the most ridiculous things I've ever read on this entire site. Thirdly, you say you've been to one LOI game. One ever and a few lads in ''the shed'' was enough to turn you off. Where was this can I ask and when? Oh and btw, you absolutely have no idea what the word franchise means, stop using embarrassing yourself by using it.

_Puma_ · 09-03-2019 6:07pm

wobatkicker23 wrote: »

That’s great but when it is two counties with the sporting rivalry that Cork and Kerry have then you won’t find Kerry people supporting Cork City.

Cork City don’t even represent the rest of the county.

Ehh Galway Mayo rivalry is quiet the sporting rivalry as you put it.

Say that in Turners Cross for the next home game and you will be laughed out of the place. Frankly I think your just full of ****

Omackeral · 09-03-2019 6:07pm

wobatkicker23 wrote: »

That’s great but when it is two counties with the sporting rivalry that Cork and Kerry have then you won’t find Kerry people supporting Cork City.

Cork City don’t even represent the rest of the county.

Exactly, Man United and Arsenal do.

wobatkicker23 · 09-03-2019 6:09pm

Ok let me break it you fellas.

Nobody in Kerry supports Cork City.

Omackeral · 09-03-2019 6:09pm

wobatkicker23 wrote: »

The one LOI game I went to the supporters were huddled under a shed passing a bottle of vodka around. Locker room talk galore, most of the time was spent on social media trying to show how hardcore they were.

Some of the chanting was obnoxious ‘**** English Football’ ‘Bomb the Premier League’ etc.

Omackeral · 09-03-2019 6:11pm

wobatkicker23 wrote: »

Ok let me break it you fellas.

Nobody in Kerry supports Cork City.

Yeah, you won't answer any direct questions put to you.

wobatkicker23 · 09-03-2019 6:12pm

Omackeral wrote: »

Exactly, Man United and Arsenal do.

They don’t to the same extent that Cork Cory dont.

So after that it’s about choosing a team you want to support.

Das Reich · 09-03-2019 6:13pm

Thats the strangest thing I found when arrived here. Many people even asked what premire league team I support, I not follow football even in my country and I would support an English team? And one time I bought a manchester t shirt (probably only because it was half price and was not original) and when I used people asked this and that, I didn't even one player on that team.

Omackeral · 09-03-2019 6:16pm

Wombatkicker, I'm reasonable enough if you want to actually engage. Asked you these already but got no reply. I'll ask again.

-How could you see what lads are putting on their social media, are you creeping over their phones?
-You went to one LOI game ever and a few lads in ''the shed'' was enough to turn you off. Where was this can I ask and when?
-How in the hell would anyone even know that you're new to a stadium?

wobatkicker23 · 09-03-2019 6:19pm

Omackeral wrote: »

Wombatkicker, I'm reasonable enough if you want to actually engage. Asked you these already but got no reply. I'll ask again.

-How could you see what lads are putting on their social media, are you creeping over their phones?
-You went to one LOI game ever and a few lads in ''the shed'' was enough to turn you off. Where was this can I ask and when?
-How in the hell would anyone even know that you're new to a stadium?

- They made it obvious by roaring into snapchat stories about being ‘proper football fans’

- As I said already I don’t want to name the location. 10 years ago.

- They seemed to know right off the bat. I am mixed race and got comments all night that could be summed up as ‘you’re not from round ‘ere.

dan1895 · 09-03-2019 6:21pm

wobatkicker23 wrote: »

Ok let me break it you fellas.

Nobody in Kerry supports Cork City.

Look up John O'Sullivan on Twitter. A massive Cork fan from Kerry. Was actually running the club at one point. Also on a trip to Killarney many years ago saw a lady wearing a Cork polo shirt but the crest colours were green and gold. Under the crest it said Cork City Kerry Supporters Club.

Patrick2010 · 09-03-2019 6:21pm

wobatkicker23 wrote: »

- They made it obvious by roaring into snapchat stories about being ‘proper football fans’

- As I said already I don’t want to name the location. 10 years ago.

- They seemed to know right off the bat. I am mixed race and got comments all night that could be summed up as ‘you’re not from round ‘ere.

Sorry, I call bullsh1t on this

_Puma_ · 09-03-2019 6:22pm

wobatkicker23 wrote: »

Ok let me break it you fellas.

Nobody in Kerry supports Cork City.

Apologies I don't just think your full of ****. I can categorically say you are full of **** after this comment.

dan1895 · 09-03-2019 6:22pm

wobatkicker23 wrote: »

- They made it obvious by roaring into snapchat stories about being ‘proper football fans’

- As I said already I don’t want to name the location. 10 years ago.

- They seemed to know right off the bat. I am mixed race and got comments all night that could be summed up as ‘you’re not from round ‘ere.

Snapchat ten years ago? Really?

Omackeral · 09-03-2019 6:23pm

wobatkicker23 wrote: »

- They made it obvious by roaring into snapchat stories about being ‘proper football fans’

- As I said already I don’t want to name the location. 10 years ago.

- They seemed to know right off the bat. I am mixed race and got comments all night that could be summed up as ‘you’re not from round ‘ere.

Snapchat didn't even exist 10 years ago. Your whole story is waffle.

RobMc59 · 09-03-2019 6:29pm

Omackeral wrote: »

Snapchat didn't even exist 10 years ago. Your whole story is waffle.

He might be marty mcfly!

Omackeral · 09-03-2019 6:32pm

RobMc59 wrote: »

He might be marty mcfly!

Nah he's a complete and utter spoofer. Look at this tripe from another thread.

wobatkicker23 wrote: »

I know a guy who used to go into women's changing rooms to perve all under the guise of being a transgender person.

Or else he's deranged or maybe even a WUM

wobatkicker23 wrote: »

You have to feel a certain level of sympathy for Hawe. If he had gotten the right help things could have turned put so differently. The mental health services in this country let down Alan and his family.

Best approached with caution or ignored

wobatkicker23 · 09-03-2019 6:33pm

Omackeral wrote: »

Snapchat didn't even exist 10 years ago. Your whole story is waffle.

Give it take a couple of years?

wobatkicker23 · 09-03-2019 6:34pm

I see the LOI clique has descended.

Enjoy your farmers league.

Omackeral · 09-03-2019 6:35pm

wobatkicker23 wrote: »

Give it take a couple of years?

Nah mate, you're full of it. Your posting history speaks for itself. Best of luck with the winding up on your next account.

Omackeral · 09-03-2019 6:35pm

wobatkicker23 wrote: »

I see the LOI clique has descended.

Enjoy your farmers league.

Caught out on multiple lies and bolts. Gas.

wobatkicker23 · 09-03-2019 6:41pm

Omackeral wrote: »

Caught out on multiple lies and bolts. Gas.

Circling the wagons.

And you wonder why no one feels welcome at LOI games.

Omackeral · 09-03-2019 6:44pm

wobatkicker23 wrote: »

Circling the wagons.

And you wonder why no one feels welcome at LOI games.

Except everyone does that's posted on here. Everyone but you. Why you scared to say where the ''bomb the premiership'' chant happened or where you attended the game. Is it cos you're waffling?

dan1895 · 09-03-2019 6:44pm

wobatkicker23 wrote: »

Circling the wagons.

And you wonder why no one feels welcome at LOI games.

That's only you. Made felt unwelcome by imaginary people at an imaginary match.

Omackeral · 09-03-2019 6:44pm

dan1895 wrote: »

That's only you. Made felt unwelcome by imaginary people at an imaginary match.

Uploading videos to a then-imaginary app.

wobatkicker23 · 09-03-2019 6:49pm

The veracity of the story doesn’t matter, it’s the message it carries.

Omackeral · 09-03-2019 6:50pm

wobatkicker23 wrote: »

- They made it obvious by roaring into snapchat stories about being ‘proper football fans’

- As I said already I don’t want to name the location. 10 years ago.

dan1895 wrote: »

Snapchat ten years ago? Really?

Omackeral wrote: »

Snapchat didn't even exist 10 years ago. Your whole story is waffle.

wobatkicker23 wrote: »

Give it take a couple of years?

Snapchat Stories weren't even a thing until the 2014 season. So 10 years has now magically become 5 years now.

Waffler.

pjohnson · 09-03-2019 6:50pm

wobatkicker23 wrote: »

The veracity of the story doesn’t matter, it’s the message it carries.

That you have issues?

Yeah. Everyone sees that.

Omackeral · 09-03-2019 6:51pm

wobatkicker23 wrote: »

The veracity of the story doesn’t matter, it’s the message it carries.

Well it's made up so it carries nothing!

wobatkicker23 · 09-03-2019 6:56pm

Omackeral wrote: »

Well it's made up so it carries nothing!

Tell me this.

IN YOUR OPINION, Why are so many Irish people more interested in supporting an english team than a LOI team?

I’m sure it boils down to them being poor patriots and non ‘ true’ Irish men.

Omackeral · 09-03-2019 7:06pm

wobatkicker23 wrote: »

Tell me this.

IN YOUR OPINION, Why are so many Irish people more interested in supporting an english team than a LOI team?

I’m sure it boils down to them being poor patriots and non ‘ true’ Irish men.

Why should I engage with someone who lies, makes up stories and won't answer simple basic questions? Also, I've posted many times already on this outlining my thoughts on the matter. Feel free to read back. The caveat, however, is that my experiences aren't fictitious ones.

Why do Irish people support English teams?

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