OT - Let the banter begin - The World Cup thread
Jun 3, 2010, 3:30 pm
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I realise this may open up a can of worms, but just from casual observation of various threads, there does seem to be, in my humble opinion, a somewhat larger proportion of men who are inclined towards, shall we say, enjoying the aesthetics of male footballers than you would expect from a general cross section of society. I'm genuinely not trying to be inflammatory or anything, just have a genuine sociological interest in why this seems to be the case with frequent flyers, or at least BA ones.
But when it comes to sports, I don't give a damned. I even liked Boris Becker when he was in the top league
Womens beachball? There's only one reason I watch this "sports" and it's not the skill level of the players.
Jun 3, 2010, 5:06 pm
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Originally Posted by flatbedfan
I realise this may open up a can of worms, but just from casual observation of various threads, there does seem to be, in my humble opinion, a somewhat larger proportion of men who are inclined towards, shall we say, enjoying the aesthetics of male footballers than you would expect from a general cross section of society. I'm genuinely not trying to be inflammatory or anything, just have a genuine sociological interest in why this seems to be the case with frequent flyers, or at least BA ones.
Jun 3, 2010, 5:13 pm
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I realise this may open up a can of worms, but just from casual observation of various threads, there does seem to be, in my humble opinion, a somewhat larger proportion of men who are inclined towards, shall we say, enjoying the aesthetics of male footballers than you would expect from a general cross section of society. I'm genuinely not trying to be inflammatory or anything, just have a genuine sociological interest in why this seems to be the case with frequent flyers, or at least BA ones.
PS Note to husband should he be reading this: I would only enjoy said aesthetics at a range of not less than ten feet
Jun 3, 2010, 5:42 pm
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I realise this may open up a can of worms, but just from casual observation of various threads, there does seem to be, in my humble opinion, a somewhat larger proportion of men who are inclined towards, shall we say, enjoying the aesthetics of male footballers than you would expect from a general cross section of society. I'm genuinely not trying to be inflammatory or anything, just have a genuine sociological interest in why this seems to be the case with frequent flyers, or at least BA ones.
Jun 4, 2010, 1:41 am
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there does seem to be, in my humble opinion, a somewhat larger proportion of men who are inclined towards, shall we say, enjoying the aesthetics of male footballers than you would expect from a general cross section of society...just have a genuine sociological interest in why this seems to be the case with frequent flyers, or at least BA ones.
Remind me to double-lock the door next time I'm taking a leak at T5 GF.
Jun 4, 2010, 2:26 am
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Now, back to Torres
Jun 4, 2010, 6:23 am
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http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/briti...ory-paper.html
Jun 4, 2010, 8:20 am
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Well it seems that Ferdinand is out of the World Cup..but don't worry England have the Greco Roman wrestling champion, Carragher, to stand in.
Place your bets, how soon into a game before Carragher gets a yellow card.. 2 mins?
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Place your bets, how soon into a game before Carragher gets a yellow card.. 2 mins?
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Jun 4, 2010, 8:24 am
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PS - Apparently Ferdinand's injury was caused by 'The Donkey' (Heskey). At least he's done something useful for the England squad!
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Jun 4, 2010, 8:56 am
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According to 'sources at Sky News' Ferdinand is OUT of the World Cup and Capello has Michael Dawson of Tottenham Hotspur on standby to join the squad (didn't realise this was allowed) as a replacement. The way they've both been playing this season I would view this as an improvement!
PS - Apparently Ferdinand's injury was caused by The Donkey (Heskey). At least he's done something useful for the England squad!
PS - Apparently Ferdinand's injury was caused by The Donkey (Heskey). At least he's done something useful for the England squad!
If Ferdinand is out I assume that Gerrard takes over as Captain?
Last edited by baggageinhall; Jun 4, 2010 at 9:02 am Reason: Thought it was confirmed by a proper source, but now realise it is a Sky Source from their resident expert 'Dr Conjecture'
Jun 4, 2010, 8:56 am
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" Sky sources".....have you ever seen transfer deadline day on SSN? With that muppet sitting there with 132 mobile phones making out all the agents are phoning him.
As for the leaking of the England Squad, drip by drip...very poor.
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As for the leaking of the England Squad, drip by drip...very poor.
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Jun 7, 2010, 2:21 pm
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Really looking forward to this Friday and then obviously the England game the day after.
Reminds me, for England's second group game versus Algeria, I'm in Guildford -- Any recomended pubs anyone? I'll even share it with a Chelsea fan if they put on an England top!
Reminds me, for England's second group game versus Algeria, I'm in Guildford -- Any recomended pubs anyone? I'll even share it with a Chelsea fan if they put on an England top!
Jun 7, 2010, 2:53 pm
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YES
Yesterday in Amsterdam for the weekend with three mates. We had a leisurely stroll up to one of the squares (opposite end of Damrak to the station) about 11:00 and stumbled across........a womens beach volleyball competition. YES!!!
Now I can't say I had been a fan before but I definitely am now ^^ An amazing sport played by two 6 foot, scantily clad very, very fit beauties per team. Any blokes perfect sport
As a side issue, our Amsterdam weekend was memorable for one of our party who went missing for about 20 hours from midnight on Friday. We found him in a pub early evening on Saturday, wearing a black shell suit - that he does not own and did not bring with him from the UK. His own clothes are missing, but he still had his wallet and passport with him.
He had no recollection of why he was wearing a black shell suit or how he got it....but he does recall having an arm wrestle competition in a pub with a German bloke - who was wearing a blonde wig, lots of lipstick and many body piercings He also recalls this German chap was dressed in black....
It all remains a mystery to him (and us). On return to the UK his girlfriend was not amused at the story and actually slightly concerned over the 20 hours he can't account for
Yesterday in Amsterdam for the weekend with three mates. We had a leisurely stroll up to one of the squares (opposite end of Damrak to the station) about 11:00 and stumbled across........a womens beach volleyball competition. YES!!!
Now I can't say I had been a fan before but I definitely am now ^^ An amazing sport played by two 6 foot, scantily clad very, very fit beauties per team. Any blokes perfect sport
As a side issue, our Amsterdam weekend was memorable for one of our party who went missing for about 20 hours from midnight on Friday. We found him in a pub early evening on Saturday, wearing a black shell suit - that he does not own and did not bring with him from the UK. His own clothes are missing, but he still had his wallet and passport with him.
He had no recollection of why he was wearing a black shell suit or how he got it....but he does recall having an arm wrestle competition in a pub with a German bloke - who was wearing a blonde wig, lots of lipstick and many body piercings
He also recalls this German chap was dressed in black....It all remains a mystery to him (and us). On return to the UK his girlfriend was not amused at the story and actually slightly concerned over the 20 hours he can't account for
Jun 8, 2010, 5:07 am
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Just as well! That would be way too cosy!
Jun 11, 2010, 3:35 am
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Finally the day has come...
Prepare to be deafended by the sound of the vuvuzelas - have you heard them!! Sound like a swarm of bees.
The ref for the England / USA game has apparently swotted up on his English swear words - so he can understand what Mr. Rooney is saying to him.
Prepare to be deafended by the sound of the vuvuzelas - have you heard them!! Sound like a swarm of bees.
The ref for the England / USA game has apparently swotted up on his English swear words - so he can understand what Mr. Rooney is saying to him.