Jeremy

Interesting post. You're clearly a music aficionado.

Did Spector produce Sergeant Pepper's? Vinyl albums for these are now collector's items over here, bit like old 60's and earlier Morris Minors.

Did that include the Palestinians (I'm being facetious)?

Peter Jackson's everywhere. Personally, I didn't like his Lord of the Rings and Hobbit efforts (whatever they were called). Too much special effect stuff on battles (anybody can do that), not enough subtleness. Best break-out movie for me is ET. And here comes the ridiculous comments ...

Dude, it's not as good as it was. The place was noted for egalitariansm, but not so much now.

I really like the positive comments and posts on this thread about your team that I've always followed from the other side of the world for some reason. As I've said before, I know absolutely nothing about football compared to probably all of you but I recognise good sport when I see it. That team has got a lot of potential.

This is absolutely brilliant play.

Not sure if I've mentioned this before but, apparently, there is record interest from Americans enquiring about emigrating to New Zealand. The problem is that we have these eligibility rules that give preference to wealthy people. I think some immigration is ok (inevitable) but I wouldn't be happy with living with people harbouring crazy political ideologies. That Christchurch gunman who killed 51 Muslims last year was a far right Australian who came here becuase it was easy.

A friend (political junkie) played this recording to me today. I think Trump is a MOFO but I also think the second impeachment is a farcical political stunt and Derschowitz is right about the constitutional right to freedom of speech. I would be happy to have Derschowitz on my side in a legal battle. https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3cszbyj

How are seats allocated for away team supporters at St Marys (does anybody know)? Also, anybody know how much revenue is brought into Souhhampton when you host an away team? I'm involved in organising a cycling event over here (NZ) where we get public funds on account of the assumption that the event attracts publicity for Palmerston North (and possibly short- or long-term revenue for local business from visitors). This may seem a bit daft but what about public/private owernship of the Club: joint venture with a big noter financier and perhaps the Southampton City Council (or whatever it is called) owning half (if the business plan numbers stack up) and public ownership either as debentures or publicly listed shares (or combiantion of both)? I think Barcelona sort of operates along these principles. Maybe then you would have more funds available to get one or two really big marquee players and also develop your academy and develop the local talent. Also, you might get better local buy-in and grass roots support that better identifies with the team. The current policy with the All Blacks (NZ national rugby team) is you can't get selected unless you play in the domestic competiton. One of the reasons, I assume, is that the NZRU want player commitment to wearing the jersey based on more traditional values; you want to be selected you commit to playing in our domestic competition first and then earn the right to be considered for selection if you're good enough. This is different to the commodification corporate structure that now dominates so much global professional sport and which isn't necessarily the correct approach. In my opinion of course.

Been away all day and just had the chance to read this thread after seeing the extended highlights. This post is absolutely right; it implies this was a deserved win, not some lucky result following an own goal, dubious penalty or scuffed shot that wrong-footed the keeper. The goal was crafted by arguably the two most consistent players in the EPL managed by one of the best (genuine?) managers in top level football at the moment. The game was won fairly by the better side on the night. I'm just annoyed I didn't get my usual $10 bet in for the win😒.

Why was that (regrettably I never went to the Dell)?

I'm no football expert but thought the team generally looked a bit tired. I can also now understand the importance of having a squad with a bit of depth. I think the fixture schedule is really tough (possibly unfair) on those teams in the league with moderate budgets like Saints.

Damn it. I tried to delete the link and replace it with a link about the meaning of life. Sorry about that.

Water and coffee. Yourself?

Haven't trawled through this massive thread so this has probably already been said. I think the biggest problem with US federal politics is that it's only 2 parties. They need more.

I've been to that and also the Tyne Cot Commonwealth War Cemetery at nearby Passchendale. Both were incredibly moving. It was a beautiful, warm, cloudless afternoon. The bees were buzzing and the larks were singing. I looked out from the cemetery to what must have been the battlefield and is now verdant green pastures and tried to imagine what it must have been like. I couldn't, of course. While I was looking around the display areaa an older guy (well retired I imagine) came in dressed in his immaculate uniform. I felt a bit ashamed that I was wearing casuals that may have appeared a bit disrespectul.

Wasn't that kaffers?

6. I remembered names from youtube highlights.

Hell I'd love to come to one of your games. Maybe some day.

Last game NZ TAB had SFC as favourites. First time for a fairly long time from memory.

I will resume betting $10 for a win. I find having a small bet makes me feel as if I have "skin in the game" even if I'm so far away.

That's exactly how I felt a few months' ago. I sometimes feel a bit embarrassed posting on here given I've never been to a game and there's people on here who have been fans since 1963. That's why I'm careful to not say "our" team or even "Saints" (a term of affection); it's your team and your club and I'm just a very interested follower since Le Tiss days. So, a bit like your new Canadian friend, really enjoy these good times. BTW, I couldn't wait to ring my brother (who follows Aresnel) and ask him when they were top of the league. AND, I just couldn't help myself and put $10 on a win.

Unbelievable