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by Margin_Walker
Thu Mar 28, 2024 7:50 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: LRZ
Replies: 247
Views: 11979

Re: LRZ

Him getting a practice squad slot was always a certainty here. Teams get an extra slot for an IPP player which costs peanuts for them.

Making an actual roster is the challenge and where he'll really prove people wrong.

Good luck to him
by Margin_Walker
Tue Mar 26, 2024 9:34 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: The OFFICIAL English and European Football (soccer) thread
Replies: 45226
Views: 2958504

Re: The OFFICIAL English and European Football (soccer) thread

iarmhiman wrote: Tue Mar 26, 2024 9:32 pm If Harry is your answer you have problems
Ben White's the answer, but he's busy watching at home watching Love Island
by Margin_Walker
Tue Mar 26, 2024 9:25 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: The OFFICIAL English and European Football (soccer) thread
Replies: 45226
Views: 2958504

Re: The OFFICIAL English and European Football (soccer) thread

Hawk97 wrote: Tue Mar 26, 2024 9:22 pm
Margin_Walker wrote: Tue Mar 26, 2024 9:22 pm Even before that Dunk has looked a mile off an international centre back.
His fück up last time as well, weren’t it?
Ha, was it? Only switched on 15 minutes in, so missed that one.

Come back Harry. All is forgiven
by Margin_Walker
Tue Mar 26, 2024 9:22 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: The OFFICIAL English and European Football (soccer) thread
Replies: 45226
Views: 2958504

Re: The OFFICIAL English and European Football (soccer) thread

Even before that Dunk has looked a mile off an international centre back.
by Margin_Walker
Mon Mar 25, 2024 2:14 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: Why have Newcastle been so poor this season?
Replies: 28
Views: 1095

Re: Why have Newcastle been so poor this season?

They don't really sell though. They just shed players at the end of contract or even mid contract recently. There's no windfall from it as there's not a transfer market to speak of in pro rugby. They have cut costs down to the bone try to survive until the financial reality of pro rugby in England ...
by Margin_Walker
Mon Mar 25, 2024 10:07 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: Why have Newcastle been so poor this season?
Replies: 28
Views: 1095

Re: Why have Newcastle been so poor this season?

They don't really sell though. They just shed players at the end of contract or even mid contract recently. There's no windfall from it as there's not a transfer market to speak of in pro rugby. They have cut costs down to the bone try to survive until the financial reality of pro rugby in England p...
by Margin_Walker
Sun Mar 24, 2024 12:32 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: **OFFICIAL** English Rugby Thread
Replies: 112282
Views: 7524941

Re: **OFFICIAL** English Rugby Thread

For what it's worth Castle Park is a great place to watch a game. Not sure what the details of their MSC bid was, but there's a lot of room there to expand (albeit no idea on the planning situation)
by Margin_Walker
Sat Mar 23, 2024 8:34 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: Saracens vs Harlequins at Tottenham stadium (The Showdown)
Replies: 78
Views: 1101

Re: Saracens vs Harlequins at Tottenham stadium (The Showdown)

Yep, that happened too.

Joke sport sometimes
by Margin_Walker
Sat Mar 23, 2024 8:25 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: Saracens vs Harlequins at Tottenham stadium (The Showdown)
Replies: 78
Views: 1101

Re: Saracens vs Harlequins at Tottenham stadium (The Showdown)

Not a great look from whoever the TMO was. Didn't review the Lewies/Farrell incident solely because Austin suggested it needed to be looked at on comms. https://x.com/TFinnKelcey/status/1771579682728656938?t=dZC0lqQMa8NI-y2gFOyNHA&s=09 That is…ridiculous x( Isn't it just. Feel it will have some leg...
by Margin_Walker
Sat Mar 23, 2024 7:45 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: Stupid laws world rugby have created in recent years
Replies: 181
Views: 2716

Re: Stupid laws world rugby have created in recent years

I like the drop outs. If you get held up, you've messed it up and you also prevent the 5 minutes of scrum resets that often followed.

Don't have the stats clearly DOB, but genuinely think it forced teams like Exeter (who were Pick and Go RFC) into a rethink.
by Margin_Walker
Sat Mar 23, 2024 7:39 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: Saracens vs Harlequins at Tottenham stadium (The Showdown)
Replies: 78
Views: 1101

Re: Saracens vs Harlequins at Tottenham stadium (The Showdown)

Not a great look from whoever the TMO was. Didn't review the Lewies/Farrell incident solely because Austin suggested it needed to be looked at on comms.

https://x.com/TFinnKelcey/status/177157 ... OyNHA&s=09
by Margin_Walker
Sat Mar 23, 2024 4:39 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: Saracens vs Harlequins at Tottenham stadium (The Showdown)
Replies: 78
Views: 1101

Re: Saracens vs Harlequins at Tottenham stadium (The Showdown)

Quins getting hosed.

Was that Tompkins with being a scum bag with the head rub after the hand off? Can't help himself, that lad

Edit - nope, it was Earl
by Margin_Walker
Fri Mar 22, 2024 8:40 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: Kate Middleton gooiiinnnnnggggg???
Replies: 52
Views: 2258

Re: Kate Middleton gooiiinnnnnggggg???

Huh? They released a photoshopped picture and then will was seen with what looked like a body double. Hardly surprising there was speculation. Almost all photos are shopped in some way. The picture at the farm shop was clearly clearly Kate. Even if the chemo has affected her looks . Only complete h...
by Margin_Walker
Fri Mar 22, 2024 3:19 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: **OFFICIAL** English Rugby Thread
Replies: 112282
Views: 7524941

Re: **OFFICIAL** English Rugby Thread

Did he really look the real deal though?

He seemed handy enough, but I think his stock rose dramatically as a result of his unavailability after and how desperate we are for every 12 to be the one.
by Margin_Walker
Fri Mar 22, 2024 10:13 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: **OFFICIAL** English Rugby Thread
Replies: 112282
Views: 7524941

Re: **OFFICIAL** English Rugby Thread

The ex-London Irish fellow at Gloucester - Englefield - looks a decent prospect lower down the age list. Doesn't dither, with a snappy service and lovely pass. He’s been fantastic so far and a big reason behind our (slight) upturn in form. Has a mammoth boot on him and is really sharp in pretty muc...
by Margin_Walker
Thu Mar 21, 2024 7:54 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: LRZ
Replies: 247
Views: 11979

Re: LRZ

Story is that he's had 3 offers but I haven't heard who from. He's a free shake for teams at this stage unless they feel there's a better candidate on the programme. Unless someone can explain it better, that Fissler story made no sense. 3 practice squad offers is perfectly realistic, but the money...
by Margin_Walker
Thu Mar 21, 2024 12:35 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: The OFFICIAL English and European Football (soccer) thread
Replies: 45226
Views: 2958504

Re: The OFFICIAL English and European Football (soccer) thread

Hawk97 wrote: Thu Mar 21, 2024 12:32 pm Wrighty :lol:
Childhood hero of mine, but boy is he hatstand sometimes...
by Margin_Walker
Thu Mar 21, 2024 12:28 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: The OFFICIAL English and European Football (soccer) thread
Replies: 45226
Views: 2958504

Re: The OFFICIAL English and European Football (soccer) thread

Also, players from previous eras talking about international football being a duty and akin to being called up to fight in a war is really weird. Is that what they said? That is weird... you'd be excited about one... and dreading the other I would have thought? An honour, rather than a duty... Stuf...
by Margin_Walker
Thu Mar 21, 2024 10:54 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: The OFFICIAL English and European Football (soccer) thread
Replies: 45226
Views: 2958504

Re: The OFFICIAL English and European Football (soccer) thread

It would seem bunch has the bee in his bonnet because of how White looks… It's an odd one. Ultimately he walked away when he encountered what he thought was unfair criticism in front of his peers and was in an environment he clearly didn't enjoy. People are wired differently. Most would probably gr...
by Margin_Walker
Thu Mar 21, 2024 10:39 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: The OFFICIAL English and European Football (soccer) thread
Replies: 45226
Views: 2958504

Re: The OFFICIAL English and European Football (soccer) thread

Everything points to Holland being a cockend and Southgate covering for him. Sorry, Orange knows better, is that what you're saying? Orange throwing toys from the pram is reason to ditch what everyone says is the best coaching ticket England has had since the days of B&W TV? Anyone who has had to m...
by Margin_Walker
Wed Mar 20, 2024 8:23 am
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: What makes MARCUS SMITH so good at rugby!?!
Replies: 39
Views: 1205

Re: What makes MARCUS SMITH so good at rugby!?!

I gave the video a like. I like your energy. Keep it up.
by Margin_Walker
Mon Mar 18, 2024 11:32 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: The best new and returning TV series of 2024?
Replies: 11406
Views: 1230293

Re: The best new and returning TV series of 2024?

Masters is much better than the Pacific. Not close at all for me.
by Margin_Walker
Mon Mar 18, 2024 12:37 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: The OFFICIAL English and European Football (soccer) thread
Replies: 45226
Views: 2958504

Re: The OFFICIAL English and European Football (soccer) thread

https://x.com/hayterstv/status/1769454863035875441?s=46 Whilst on this topic - ETH still going on about that game against Arsenal. 4th game of the season. Let it go. His team are nowhere near as good as he thinks they are Imagine still talking about that after your best win of the season. Rent free.
by Margin_Walker
Sat Mar 16, 2024 11:30 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: France vs England - Official 6 Nations Thread - 16 March 24
Replies: 705
Views: 9586

Re: France vs England - Official 6 Nations Thread - 16 March 24

Never reached his legs though... was bumped off by the ball carrying arm... Not seen the reverse angle, but does it even matter what he hit? He's gone shoulder first to stop the player behind the gainline and brought that player down. Without ever getting a wrap. It would have been a normal wrap if...
by Margin_Walker
Sat Mar 16, 2024 11:18 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: France vs England - Official 6 Nations Thread - 16 March 24
Replies: 705
Views: 9586

Re: France vs England - Official 6 Nations Thread - 16 March 24

Really not controversial for me. Saw it in real time and gritted my teeth waiting for the arm to come out. Do a few of those get missed a game? Sure. Is it an illegal tackle? yes. It was a tired attempt he got wrong. Always a risk with those low tackles that the ball carrier's leg gets there before...
by Margin_Walker
Sat Mar 16, 2024 11:13 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: France vs England - Official 6 Nations Thread - 16 March 24
Replies: 705
Views: 9586

Re: France vs England - Official 6 Nations Thread - 16 March 24

Really not controversial for me. Saw it in real time and gritted my teeth waiting for the arm to come out. Do a few of those get missed a game? Sure. Is it an illegal tackle? yes. It was a tired attempt he got wrong. Always a risk with those low tackles that the ball carrier's leg gets there before ...
by Margin_Walker
Sat Mar 16, 2024 9:25 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: France vs England - Official 6 Nations Thread - 16 March 24
Replies: 705
Views: 9586

Re: France vs England - Official 6 Nations Thread - 16 March 24

tc27 wrote: Sat Mar 16, 2024 9:23 pm Smith needed to commit to a tackle there
Yep. You've got to take the man in that position.
by Margin_Walker
Fri Mar 15, 2024 11:27 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: U20 6 Nations 2024
Replies: 1172
Views: 18165

Re: U20 6 Nations 2024

France WC winners, Ire GS winners last year. Eng champions this year. Italy growing in ability. Not looking too bad for the future. England had access to the players this year with the premiership not active. France didn't, because after half a dozen years the RWC money has now finished and the clu...
by Margin_Walker
Fri Mar 15, 2024 11:10 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: U20 6 Nations 2024
Replies: 1172
Views: 18165

Re: U20 6 Nations 2024

CM11 wrote: Fri Mar 15, 2024 11:06 pm
What's did happen? Let me guess, he tried to pass to the guy on the left but passed it behind him into touch?
Cut inside trying to beat the man. Realised it wasn't happening and threw a panicked offload to the inside man that was knocked on.
by Margin_Walker
Fri Mar 15, 2024 11:05 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: U20 6 Nations 2024
Replies: 1172
Views: 18165

Re: U20 6 Nations 2024

Quality screenshot from one of the 1st half butchered tries. https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GIvklHZW4AAPcdG?format=jpg&name=4096x4096 In fairness, some serious talent in that French team. Will be seeing more of plenty of them in the seniors before too long. Or more of them in Tuilagi's case. I will hu...
by Margin_Walker
Fri Mar 15, 2024 11:03 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: U20 6 Nations 2024
Replies: 1172
Views: 18165

Re: U20 6 Nations 2024

Quality screenshot from one of the 1st half butchered tries.

Image

In fairness, some serious talent in that French team. Will be seeing more of plenty of them in the seniors before too long. Or more of them in Tuilagi's case.
by Margin_Walker
Fri Mar 15, 2024 10:57 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: U20 6 Nations 2024
Replies: 1172
Views: 18165

Re: U20 6 Nations 2024

Anyway. Cheers to the swarm*. Decent Championship that and went down to the wire. Commiserations for having to rely on that French team. All the talent and senior experience, but just couldn't make it count.



*Apart from Duff. F*ck that guy.
by Margin_Walker
Fri Mar 15, 2024 10:54 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: U20 6 Nations 2024
Replies: 1172
Views: 18165

Re: U20 6 Nations 2024

grimoald wrote: Fri Mar 15, 2024 10:53 pm Pollock MoM makes absolutely no sense.
That's a French broadcaster that's only heard of him I reckon. He'd be well down the list in that game.
by Margin_Walker
Fri Mar 15, 2024 10:46 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: U20 6 Nations 2024
Replies: 1172
Views: 18165

Re: U20 6 Nations 2024

Why are they having a lineout conference.

Edit - followed by that

:lol:
by Margin_Walker
Fri Mar 15, 2024 10:42 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: U20 6 Nations 2024
Replies: 1172
Views: 18165

Re: U20 6 Nations 2024

CM11 wrote: Fri Mar 15, 2024 10:41 pm
CM11 wrote: Fri Mar 15, 2024 10:40 pm Painful to watch our fate in these guys' hands.
And again and again and again.
I actually feel your pain.

They've been so inaccurate this game.
by Margin_Walker
Fri Mar 15, 2024 10:39 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: U20 6 Nations 2024
Replies: 1172
Views: 18165

Re: U20 6 Nations 2024

CM11 wrote: Fri Mar 15, 2024 10:39 pm
Margin_Walker wrote: Fri Mar 15, 2024 10:38 pm That was beautiful
Eye of the beholder and all that. :x
:lol:

Plenty of time left in this
by Margin_Walker
Fri Mar 15, 2024 10:38 pm
Forum: Rugby Forum
Topic: U20 6 Nations 2024
Replies: 1172
Views: 18165

Re: U20 6 Nations 2024

That was beautiful