jinjimbob
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said by hobgoblin  :said by zipjay :jesus people its just a football game Actually its the second biggest sporting event behind the world cup and it generates much interest. But thanks for your comment. Hob 2nd biggest? I doubt it. The tv networks here pretend that most of the country watches it, but nope. |
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fiberguy
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hobgoblin
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Intersting it appears to be beaten by the Olympics as well
Top ten most popular sporting events in recent times.
1. 2002 FIFA World Cup Final (1.3 billion viewers)
2. Euro 2004 Soccer Final (153 million viewers)
3. 2004 Olympic Games: opening ceremony (127 million viewers)
4. 2004 Olympic Games: closing ceremony (96 million viewers)
5. 2004 Super Bowl (95 million viewers)
6. 2004 Olympic Games: men's 100m metres (87 million viewers)
7. 2003 Champions League (67 million viewers)
8. 2004 Olympic Games: men's 200m freestyle swimming (66 million viewers)
9. 2004 Formula One: Monaco Grand Prix (59 million viewers)
10. 2004 Basketball: NBA finals (25 million viewers)
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Matt
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»en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_mo···episodes
BTW, who gives a damn about soccer? It's soo slow and low scoring. Gah. I used to play a sweeper and I still hate watching the game. It's akin to golf. Slow and boring.
Call me when the world decides to field a real FOOTBALL team.
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hobgoblin
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| "BTW, who gives a damn about soccer? It's soo slow and low scoring."
Typical American Attitude....Not enough scoring. Slow? Yeah Right.
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Matt
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| said by hobgoblin :"BTW, who gives a damn about soccer? It's soo slow and low scoring." Typical American Attitude....Not enough scoring. Slow? Yeah Right. Hob WTF?
I PLAYED soccer. Let me type that again ..
I
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Soccer
Soccer sucks and is a SLOW game to watch. It ranks right above Golf.
Oh wait, let me guess. You're going to tell me how I hate the Scots because Golf is boring to watch?
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hobgoblin
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| We are going so off topic here but I will address both your points in this post.
I Love Football and I understand that games are more fun in the crappy weather. I live on a mountain in North PA and I can ensure you that NO ONE especially a 48 yr old is playing Football outside right now.
As for Real Football (Soccer) its an argument I have heard a milion times. Its too slow and not much scoring. I have watched thousands of soccer games in my life, some have been crap...others the most exciting things ever. I have watched many NFL games that had high scores but were terrible. I love a great defensive match up.
And Yes I am an alien...I have a green card
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Indymav
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soccer? I`d rather watch paint dry |
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bigjimc
join:2003-04-21
Middleboro, MA | reply to hobgoblin
Where does the last episode of MASH fall in that list...LOL |
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hobgoblin
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1 edit | said by bigjimc :Where does the last episode of MASH fall in that list...LOL 4th. However I don't believe it is a sporting event.
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kamm
join:2001-02-14
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said by fiberguy :Care to back up that statement? - Good luck in your quest in doing so. First let's see the proof for that idiotic "2nd biggest event"... tells volumes if you really believe it.
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kamm
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said by hobgoblin :Intersting it appears to be beaten by the Olympics as well Top ten most popular sporting events in recent times. 1. 2002 FIFA World Cup Final (1.3 billion viewers) 2. Euro 2004 Soccer Final (153 million viewers) 3. 2004 Olympic Games: opening ceremony (127 million viewers) 4. 2004 Olympic Games: closing ceremony (96 million viewers) 5. 2004 Super Bowl (95 million viewers) 6. 2004 Olympic Games: men's 100m metres (87 million viewers) 7. 2003 Champions League (67 million viewers) 8. 2004 Olympic Games: men's 200m freestyle swimming (66 million viewers) 9. 2004 Formula One: Monaco Grand Prix (59 million viewers) 10. 2004 Basketball: NBA finals (25 million viewers) Hob So that "2nd biggest" was complete bullshit - just as I thought.
Apparently it's way behind even a European soccer final... interesting.
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kamm
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said by Matt :said by hobgoblin :"BTW, who gives a damn about soccer? It's soo slow and low scoring." Typical American Attitude....Not enough scoring. Slow? Yeah Right. Hob WTF? I PLAYED soccer. Let me type that again .. I Played Soccer Soccer sucks and is a SLOW game to watch. It ranks right above Golf. Oh wait, let me guess. You're going to tell me how I hate the Scots because Golf is boring to watch? No, I'm telling you that you are obviously clueless about soccer, just like every American, including the national (loser) team.
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kamm
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said by hobgoblin :"BTW, who gives a damn about soccer? It's soo slow and low scoring." Typical American Attitude....Not enough scoring. Slow? Yeah Right. Hob Excellent post! 
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jazzy_
join:2004-01-27
Charleston, SC | reply to Matt
You and me both, I have tried to enjoy soccer but it is just too slow for my likes. I like watching football from time to time but I prefer basketball overall for the fast pace of the game. Keeps it interesting. |
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bigjimc
join:2003-04-21
Middleboro, MA | reply to hobgoblin
I know its not a sporting event but that's my point.4th..LOL |
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antdude
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join:2001-03-25 | reply to hobgoblin
What about baseball and hockey? Slow scoring games too. But then sports are boring to watch (playing is more fun). [grin] |
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