The Dew Drop Inn Virtual Rugby Pub, Christchurch

by Pete C (Kiwireddevil) Tue 12 Jun 2012, 2:36 pm

First topic message reminder :

Kia ora and welcome to the Virtual Rugby Pub - a place where you can come in for a sly beverage and discuss whatever's on your mind, or just eavesdrop on the regulars if you fancy a break from all the rugby chat.

The Pub has made it's way to Christchurch, as it prepares to host its first test match in over 2 years. While reconstruction continues post-earthquake there's plenty of vacant lots for the pub to "occupy".

The only rule in this pub is one of mutual respect for everyone in it, oh and no tampering with the pictures of Llanelli legend Nigel Davies, and local heroes Richie McCaw and Dan Carter.

Ale

Old Pub: https://www.606v2.com/t30493p950-the-dew-drop-inn-virtual-rugby-pub-jedburgh#1304660

by MrsP Tue 12 Jun 2012, 8:33 pm

rugbydreamer wrote:
Gibson wrote:Hoog,
Yer ony makin it wurser man.

Its tough at the bottom of Top International Rugby.

If I was Welsh... Man. Id tear into you Paddies so easily.

Lucky for you we're just so nice then

I really like Arshavin.

Not being a footie fan this took me a bit off guard!

You have no idea how relieved I was to read your next post!

by Guest Tue 12 Jun 2012, 8:36 pm

MrsP wrote:
rugbydreamer wrote:
Gibson wrote:Hoog,
Yer ony makin it wurser man.

Its tough at the bottom of Top International Rugby.

If I was Welsh... Man. Id tear into you Paddies so easily.

Lucky for you we're just so nice then

I really like Arshavin.

Not being a footie fan this took me a bit off guard!

You have no idea how relieved I was to read your next post!

To be fair I wouldn't have read it any other way until you posted that!

Rava - very glad to get that update. Hug

again for Billy.

by Hound_of_Harrow Tue 12 Jun 2012, 8:37 pm

Congrats to Biltong and the young Boks. They wsnted that game so much more than England. Can't help thinking what might have happened if Jackson had dished out a deserved yellow for that blatant killing of the ball by SA in the 2nd half with the scores close.

In fact it was worth two yellows for kulling the ball and taking the scrummie out before he even had his mitts on it.

Whistle

Sour grapes, moi.
Smile

by MrsP Tue 12 Jun 2012, 8:37 pm

Yeah, great news that William of Orange is mending!

by **rodders** Tue 12 Jun 2012, 8:39 pm

MrsP wrote:Yeah, great news that William of Orange is mending!

+ 1

by prop_lyd Tue 12 Jun 2012, 8:40 pm

Good to see a pint for Glos' new coach....can we give him a cider

please?! Good to hear about Billy too!!

by **rodders** Tue 12 Jun 2012, 8:42 pm

Hey Dubloon regs...any nice places to eat in Dublin these days in the city centre?...nice places for guinness

on a wednesday evening?

by AsLongAsBut100ofUs Tue 12 Jun 2012, 8:48 pm

Hound_of_Harrow wrote:Congrats to Biltong and the young Boks. They wsnted that game so much more than England. Can't help thinking what might have happened if Jackson had dished out a deserved yellow for that blatant killing of the ball by SA in the 2nd half with the scores close.

In fact it was worth two yellows for kulling the ball and taking the scrummie out before he even had his mitts on it.

Sour grapes, moi.

Very unusual to hear any grape varietal from you, Hound Dog

, so assume it must have been bad!!!

Ale

by Gibson Tue 12 Jun 2012, 8:49 pm

Rava wrote:
Gibson wrote:
rugbydreamer wrote:
Gibson wrote:Hoog,
Yer ony makin it wurser man.

Its tough at the bottom of Top International Rugby.

If I was Welsh... Man. Id tear into you Paddies so easily.

Lucky for you we're just so nice then

I really like Arshavin.

Civilised Dreamer. An old and cultured Civilisation always rocks ffy ffrind.

Man, I really want Poland to win this. Russia are and should be too good for em, but Poland have fire in their hearts.

Such a romantic me. Logic? Bollix to it!

P.S. I love Arse-Shaving as well.

As long as it isn't yer own ya bollix

Rav man,
Dont let me down now. Are you not clean-shaven down there ? I dont do hair down there. Sooo East-European. #Spitshairsout. guinness

by Gibson Tue 12 Jun 2012, 8:53 pm

AsLongAsBut100ofUs wrote:
Hound_of_Harrow wrote:Congrats to Biltong and the young Boks. They wsnted that game so much more than England. Can't help thinking what might have happened if Jackson had dished out a deserved yellow for that blatant killing of the ball by SA in the 2nd half with the scores close.

In fact it was worth two yellows for kulling the ball and taking the scrummie out before he even had his mitts on it.

Sour grapes, moi.

Very unusual to hear any grape varietal from you, Hound , so assume it must have been bad!!!

Very true As. The Hound doesnt do sour grapes or bias. Ever. England wuz robbbed! #didntseethegamebtwbutja

by Gibson Tue 12 Jun 2012, 8:59 pm

GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAALLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLL!

by Guest Tue 12 Jun 2012, 8:59 pm

Poland equalise!!

1-1 ooooo this game just got even better. The crowd's gone mental. love it!

by Glas a du Tue 12 Jun 2012, 9:00 pm

I think that's one of the best international tournament goals I've seen. Pure skill.

by Gibson Tue 12 Jun 2012, 9:06 pm

It was a moment of genius Glas, a chara. So much in this game. History, passion, skill and bragging rights.

Russia by far the strongest. But that didnt hold the Poles back, when Lech Walesa met his missus at a Gdansk.

by Gibson Tue 12 Jun 2012, 9:15 pm

Rav. Man, just read back, midst the comments. Too wrapped in this game. BILLY! Are you watching bud?

P.S. Can we postpone our helicopter ride pal? Lets hire a plane. Just sayin.

by Glas a du Tue 12 Jun 2012, 9:16 pm

You're right, this is a belter of a match.

by Gibson Tue 12 Jun 2012, 9:17 pm

Its all Poland now. Must get something from it. Cos Arse-Shavin is on fire!

by Thomond Tue 12 Jun 2012, 9:20 pm

If your arse is on fire, you should get yourself checked out Gibbo.... I don't want to know what you're up to with the Missus like....

Great game Poland's goal was as good as you'll see. Great passing, lovely movement, and a fantastic finish. Poland may not be as good technically but they're giving it their all (they also have the correct tactics but that's another issue). That's what disappointed me most about Ireland the other night.

by Gibson Tue 12 Jun 2012, 9:20 pm

Dont kick the ball away Poland. Hauld on to it. Use it. Then THEY cant use it. This is NOT Irish Rugby! Or Soccer for that matter.

by prop_lyd Tue 12 Jun 2012, 9:22 pm

Wow Roman Polanski can do everything!!

by Gibson Tue 12 Jun 2012, 9:23 pm

prop_lyd wrote:Wow Roman Polanski can do everything!!

Is he playing centre-half Prop? zen

Polska! Polska! Polska!

by prop_lyd Tue 12 Jun 2012, 9:25 pm

Fair play I'd love to be at that stadium....obviously avoiding all the trouble so I'd be behind a lot of safety glass.......atmosphere sounds awesome!!

by Glas a du Tue 12 Jun 2012, 9:25 pm

Llanelli will be bouncing tonight if the Poles grab another.

by Gibson Tue 12 Jun 2012, 9:26 pm

Thomond wrote:If your arse is on fire, you should get yourself checked out Gibbo.... I don't want to know what you're up to with the Missus like....

Great game Poland's goal was as good as you'll see. Great passing, lovely movement, and a fantastic finish. Poland may not be as good technically but they're giving it their all (they also have the correct tactics but that's another issue). That's what disappointed me most about Ireland the other night.

Why thank you T. You sayin me arse is hawt? I love you I do. Ale

by Thomond Tue 12 Jun 2012, 9:27 pm

If you don't bother people they won't bother you. I have been at matches in Linfield, Cyprus, Greece and a few other countries dubbed dangerous. It's a standard practice.

by Gibson Tue 12 Jun 2012, 9:28 pm

Glas a du wrote:Llanelli will be bouncing tonight if the Poles grab another.

So will the Dam me Welsh oppo. So will we both bud.

Must not lose. Whatever happens. They can beat the Czechs and qualify.

by Gibson Tue 12 Jun 2012, 9:29 pm

Thomond wrote:If you don't bother people they won't bother you. I have been at matches in Linfield, Cyprus, Greece and a few other countries dubbed dangerous. It's a standard practice.

Bless.

by Thomond Tue 12 Jun 2012, 9:31 pm

Gibbo, the guys there tonight are looking for fights, you mind your own business you won't get touched. I was up in Linfield with my dad around years ago, keep your nose clean and you will be grand. Cyprus is great craic too.

by Gibson Tue 12 Jun 2012, 9:31 pm

Stay tight!

by Guest Tue 12 Jun 2012, 9:35 pm

oo, hello Poland no 10!

Shame he's leaving the pitch Sad

by Gibson Tue 12 Jun 2012, 9:36 pm

Thomond wrote:Gibbo, the guys there tonight are looking for fights, you mind your own business you won't get touched. I was up in Linfield with my dad around years ago, keep your nose clean and you will be grand. Cyprus is great craic too.

I was at Euro '88 and I had different experiences. Was also in Windsor Park back when. That, mo chara, is what is going down now - in PolKrainje. Sorry man, but you are naive, if you think that in this comp.

For the 1st time in Irish soccer History.. even Paddies got nicked. I blame Ryanair for letting OUR Poopie out to travel. They were always there. They just couldnt afford to travel.

This comp will boil over, when and if Poland and/or Ukraine get knocked out. Believe me. It will happen. And innocents will get get caught up in it, whether they like it or not.

Sad. But true.

by Thomond Tue 12 Jun 2012, 9:40 pm

Fair enough we've both had different experiences. Some scum turn up for the big day that happens in every event soccer, rugby, ice hockey. I've never had problems and maybe you've had and I'm sorry if you have experienced it. A lot of people bring the damage on themselves, I wouldn't say many innocent people get victimised.

by Rava Tue 12 Jun 2012, 9:41 pm

Thomond wrote:If you don't bother people they won't bother you. I have been at matches in Linfield, Cyprus, Greece and a few other countries dubbed dangerous. It's a standard practice.

by Thomond Tue 12 Jun 2012, 9:43 pm

Rava, Linfield have a bit of a reputation for a bit of hassle during Setanta Cup games (LOI V Irish League competition) and a they are known for having some crazy fans anyway. Was also in Italy for a Lazio match when I was in school.

by WillyGilly Tue 12 Jun 2012, 9:44 pm

Rava wrote:
Thomond wrote:If you don't bother people they won't bother you. I have been at matches in Linfield, Cyprus, Greece and a few other countries dubbed dangerous. It's a standard practice.

Weathers terrible here Rava.

by Gibson Tue 12 Jun 2012, 9:50 pm

T,
I have been through it. Really nasty stuff all over, And Im a chilled-out hippy. I agree with you, in that you have to be aware and avoid it. Not bring it to you. I always have been.

I saved my bro and Dad from a stabbing in 88. Hooligans. Leeds fans as it happens.

English football has moved on better than every other football nation since then. But not in Nederland, Italy and Eastern Europe especially now.

You could have a really bad reaction, when and if one of the home teams goes out here. For sure. Its palpable.

Thank Allah that was a draw.

by Glas a du Tue 12 Jun 2012, 9:51 pm

Just noticed that Rava is the spit of Terry Venables. As you were.

by Thomond Tue 12 Jun 2012, 9:53 pm

Gibson wrote:T,
I have been through it. Really nasty stuff all over, And Im a chilled-out hippy. I agree with you, in that you have to be aware and avoid it. Not bring it to you. I always have been.

I saved my bro and Dad from a stabbing in 88. Hooligans. Leeds fans as it happens.

English football has moved on better than every other football nation since then. But not in Nederland, Italy and Eastern Europe especially now.

You could have a really bad reaction, when and if one of the home teams goes out here. For sure. Its palpable.

Thank Allah that was a draw.

I suppose things were different back then I have only really been abroad for those games since 2005 or so. It's a lot better now but you have to be smart if you want to avoid the dodgy spots, particularly in countries like Eastern Europe. If you don't go looking for it you should avoid it, but you never know.

by Jennifer1984 Tue 12 Jun 2012, 9:58 pm

[quote="Notch"]

every single footballer in Northern Ireland is eligible to play for the Republic of Ireland,

Really...? And FIFA endorse this..?

I find that most surprising. Shocked

.

by Gibson Tue 12 Jun 2012, 9:59 pm

WillyGilly wrote:
Rava wrote:
Thomond wrote:If you don't bother people they won't bother you. I have been at matches in Linfield, Cyprus, Greece and a few other countries dubbed dangerous. It's a standard practice.

Weathers terrible here Rava.

Awful weather Willser. Though I did hear its so much nicer in Glentoran this time of year.

Can we stop this? Joking and ignorance can turn into stupid misverstands. Says yermon.

Meanwhile... back at the ranch.. the REAL Brits (de Welsh) havent a phhookin clue what we're on about.

And. They dont care either Id guess.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cnVsUpjjOeo

by prop_lyd Tue 12 Jun 2012, 9:59 pm

[quote="Jennifer1984"]

Notch wrote:
every single footballer in Northern Ireland is eligible to play for the Republic of Ireland,

Really...? And FIFA endorse this..?

I find that most surprising.

.

Yep and every average N.Z or S.A rugby player has an English grandparent Run

by Gibson Tue 12 Jun 2012, 10:00 pm

Thomond wrote:
Gibson wrote:T,
I have been through it. Really nasty stuff all over, And Im a chilled-out hippy. I agree with you, in that you have to be aware and avoid it. Not bring it to you. I always have been.

I saved my bro and Dad from a stabbing in 88. Hooligans. Leeds fans as it happens.

English football has moved on better than every other football nation since then. But not in Nederland, Italy and Eastern Europe, especially now.

You could have a really bad reaction, when and if one of the home teams goes out here. For sure. Its palpable.

Thank Allah that was a draw.

I suppose things were different back then I have only really been abroad for those games since 2005 or so. It's a lot better now but you have to be smart if you want to avoid the dodgy spots, particularly in countries like Eastern Europe. If you don't go looking for it you should avoid it, but you never know.

by Thomond Tue 12 Jun 2012, 10:01 pm

[quote="Jennifer1984"]

Notch wrote:
every single footballer in Northern Ireland is eligible to play for the Republic of Ireland,

Really...? And FIFA endorse this..?

I find that most surprising.

.

I think it's because people in NI can get citizenship for the UK or Ireland. Under the terms of the Good Friday Agreement NI citizens can opt for citizenship for either country or dual. FIFAs stance

The general principle or article 5 of FIFA's Regulations Governing the Application of the Statutes states that "any person holding a permanent nationality that is not dependent on residence in a certain country is eligible to play for the representative teams of the Association of that country

by Thomond Tue 12 Jun 2012, 10:02 pm

[quote="prop_lyd"]

Jennifer1984 wrote:
Notch wrote:
every single footballer in Northern Ireland is eligible to play for the Republic of Ireland,

Really...? And FIFA endorse this..?

I find that most surprising.

.

Yep and every average N.Z or S.A rugby player has an English grandparent

Just as King's Lynn is a small village in Llanelli right Prop? Wink

by Jennifer1984 Tue 12 Jun 2012, 10:03 pm

[quote="prop_lyd"]

Jennifer1984 wrote:
Notch wrote:
every single footballer in Northern Ireland is eligible to play for the Republic of Ireland,

Really...? And FIFA endorse this..?

I find that most surprising.

.

Yep and every average N.Z or S.A rugby player has an English grandparent

What's that got to do with a question about Northern / Republic of Ireland..?

.

by Gibson Tue 12 Jun 2012, 10:04 pm

[quote="Jennifer1984"]

Notch wrote:
every single footballer in Northern Ireland is eligible to play for the Republic of Ireland,

Really...? And FIFA endorse this..?

I find that most surprising.

.

Howya Jen? Whats yer poison?

Welcome to the Pub. There's always a row on here, when we're not shaagin each other that is.

Have I got that right?

Anyway, your not a Brit or a Paddy. Your'e Cornish. A country all of its own.

Weird peoples. guinness

by Jennifer1984 Tue 12 Jun 2012, 10:04 pm

[quote="Thomond"]

Jennifer1984 wrote:
Notch wrote:
every single footballer in Northern Ireland is eligible to play for the Republic of Ireland,

Really...? And FIFA endorse this..?

I find that most surprising.

.

I think it's because people in NI can get citizenship for the UK or Ireland. Under the terms of the Good Friday Agreement NI citizens can opt for citizenship for either country or dual. FIFAs stance

.
The general principle or article 5 of FIFA's Regulations Governing the Application of the Statutes states that "any person holding a permanent nationality that is not dependent on residence in a certain country is eligible to play for the representative teams of the Association of that country

Thanks for a sensible answer, Thomond.

You learn something new every day.

by Hound_of_Harrow Tue 12 Jun 2012, 10:09 pm

As, appropriately I have been on the 'Doom'
Sad

Argentina have been the surprise team in the JWC. Hopefully that meams they will have a decent team in the 4N in a couple ofy years.

by prop_lyd Tue 12 Jun 2012, 10:13 pm

Just a bit of harmless fun Jen cider

Aye your right there T: it's a well know area of Wales that's stuck in England, just like Westbury-On-Severn too!!

by Gibson Tue 12 Jun 2012, 10:15 pm

Argentinian rugby is really growing, from roots-up and it is glorious to behold. Feeelippeee, led a team of 2nd stringers oot v a strong Italy last weekend and beat them. Great to see. Not so good for a developing Italia mind.

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