New MCFC Fanaticals Group. (Help Needed)

[Jah]

Pm'd you NorthernBoy

 

[NorthernBoy]

The Feedback So Far Has Been Great And Somewhat Un-Expected, I'm Currently In Contact With One Of The Recognised Bars Around The Ground In Regards To Holding Our Matchday Meet-Ups, Things Are Looking Good.
I Will Post All Updates In This Thread For Those Who Are Interested,
Thanks Again.

Marmite?? wouldn't the Bertolli label be more apt as it sounds like Balotelli and is 'Italian' oilve oil spread?

Marmite Slogan - "You Either Love It Or You Hate It"

 

[paulchatting]

brilliant idea! i was impressed with the hamburg fans at the COMS

 

[Arthur '2 Sheds' Jackson]

Most European grounds in the Champ. League will confiscate ya small change at the gate, doubt they'll let 200 blokes clutchin drums and trombones in, also, by the time we've translated the banners for the baton wieldin local polizia, in order to conform with Uefa rules, we'll ave missed the match, good luck though, be a laugh.

 

[southern muppet]

I just don't think it's in the persona of the English fan to act like our continental cousins. Not sure why that is, could be the stiff upper lip thing the Yanks accuse us of, but there is definitely a more reserved approach to being a British football fan than a Turkish one, Spanish one et al. I think that is why it doesn't work as well as it does abroad. There are pockets of them, yes, but like the Curva Sud for example in the Stadio Olympico, I don't think it will ever be like that because we as Brits are generally just more reserved as people.

You could say the same about the Germans, they're a north European people pretty similar to the English, and south European fan culture caught on there.

The reasons it won't here (and I agree it won't) are more to do with all-seater stadia and lack of alcohol in stands.

 

[NorthernBoy]

I just don't think it's in the persona of the English fan to act like our continental cousins. Not sure why that is, could be the stiff upper lip thing the Yanks accuse us of, but there is definitely a more reserved approach to being a British football fan than a Turkish one, Spanish one et al. I think that is why it doesn't work as well as it does abroad. There are pockets of them, yes, but like the Curva Sud for example in the Stadio Olympico, I don't think it will ever be like that because we as Brits are generally just more reserved as people.

You could say the same about the Germans, they're a north European people pretty similar to the English, and south European fan culture caught on there.

The reasons it won't here (and I agree it won't) are more to do with all-seater stadia and lack of alcohol in grounds.

Great Point Well Made, And I Understand Your Point About All Seater Stadiums But I Have Faith It Can Be Resolved With Hard Work And Correct Planning.

-- Mon Jul 25, 2011 8:30 pm --

*Project Update
Plans Are Well Underway For The First Game Of The Season Pre Game Meet-Up,
We're Pleased To Say We've Managed To Speak With The "Eastlands Bar" And Both Parties Are Impressed With Each Others Stance, We Are Having A Formal Meeting This Coming Monday To Discuss Final Details.
We Will Use The Eastlands Bar To,
• Display Latest Banners (Hope To Have Five On Display For Opening Game)
• Meet New Faces Of Hardcore Blues Who Want To Get Involved With This Project
• DJ's Will Be Spinning The Finest Music Available Anywhere On A Matchday (Madchester, Indie, Northern Soul, Motown, House, Disco, Etc)
• Generally Create A Great Vibe For Like Minded Blues Craving An Alternative Matchday Experience.

The Bar Itself Has alot To Offer Including
• Outdoor Area With Music
• Hot Food Stands
• 6 Pint Beer Pullers For Quick Service

It Has All The Making For A Suberb Opening Doo. This Project Is Only Going To Work If The Numbers Are Great Enough, It's As Simple As That, We'll Be Putting In A Lot Of Hard Work In The Next Few Weeks To Ensure The Swansea Game Meet Up Is A Success And We Hope To See Many Of You Lot Down There.
I Would Also Like To Use This Post Again To Plead With People To Help Design The Banner Ideas Posted In The Original Post, Once We Have The Design We Can Almost Instantly Create The Physical Banner.

The Naming Of The Group Is Still Up In The Air So We'd Love To Hear Ideas For That,
Stand Out Name So Far Is "Citizens Mancuina" (Abbreviation "CM11")

I Think Thats It For Now,
Thanks Again For Your Time.

 

[Maine_Road]

I just don't think it's in the persona of the English fan to act like our continental cousins. Not sure why that is, could be the stiff upper lip thing the Yanks accuse us of, but there is definitely a more reserved approach to being a British football fan than a Turkish one, Spanish one et al. I think that is why it doesn't work as well as it does abroad. There are pockets of them, yes, but like the Curva Sud for example in the Stadio Olympico, I don't think it will ever be like that because we as Brits are generally just more reserved as people.

You could say the same about the Germans, they're a north European people pretty similar to the English, and south European fan culture caught on there.

The reasons it won't here (and I agree it won't) are more to do with all-seater stadia and lack of alcohol in grounds.

Great Point Well Made, And I Understand Your Point About All Seater Stadiums But I Have Faith It Can Be Resolved With Hard Work And Correct Planning.

-- Mon Jul 25, 2011 8:30 pm --

*Project Update
Plans Are Well Underway For The First Game Of The Season Pre Game Meet-Up,
We're Pleased To Say We've Managed To Speak With The "Eastlands Bar" And Both Parties Are Impressed With Each Others Stance, We Are Having A Formal Meeting This Coming Monday To Discuss Final Details.
We Will Use The Eastlands Bar To,
• Display Latest Banners (Hope To Have Five On Display For Opening Game)
• Meet New Faces Of Hardcore Blues Who Want To Get Involved With This Project
• DJ's Will Be Spinning The Finest Music Available Anywhere On A Matchday (Madchester, Indie, Northern Soul, Motown, House, Disco, Etc)
• Generally Create A Great Vibe For Like Minded Blues Craving An Alternative Matchday Experience.

The Bar Itself Has alot To Offer Including
• Outdoor Area With Music
• Hot Food Stands
• 6 Pint Beer Pullers For Quick Service

It Has All The Making For A Suberb Opening Doo. This Project Is Only Going To Work If The Numbers Are Great Enough, It's As Simple As That, We'll Be Putting In A Lot Of Hard Work In The Next Few Weeks To Ensure The Swansea Game Meet Up Is A Success And We Hope To See Many Of You Lot Down There.
I Would Also Like To Use This Post Again To Plead With People To Help Design The Banner Ideas Posted In The Original Post, Once We Have The Design We Can Almost Instantly Create The Physical Banner.

The Naming Of The Group Is Still Up In The Air So We'd Love To Hear Ideas For That,
Stand Out Name So Far Is "Citizens Mancuina" (Abbreviation "CM11")

I Think Thats It For Now,
Thanks Agin For Your Time.

really hope this all takes off

 

[SS117]

NorthernBoy, if this does take off & be successful. Where would you & the lads stand?

 

[NorthernBoy]

Well, At This Moment In Time I Know A Few Of Us Are Based Around 111/110 But We Dont Want To Rule Anyone Out, If Yourself And Your Pals Are Keen On Getting Involved You Could Be Flying The CM11 Flags In The Southstand, Then Away Days We Will All Be Together.
Get Down To The Meet Up Before The Swansea Game And We Can Sort Stuff Out, Thats What It's All About.
Are You Interested In The Project May I Ask?

 

[SS117]

Well, At This Moment In Time I Know A Few Of Us Are Based Around 111/110 But We Dont Want To Rule Anyone Out, If Yourself And Your Pals Are Keen On Getting Involved You Could Be Flying The CM11 Flags In The Southstand, Then Away Days We Will All Be Together.
Get Down To The Meet Up Before The Swansea Game And We Can Sort Stuff Out, Thats What It's All About.
Are You Interested In The Project May I Ask?

Okay mate & I might be. I love a good atmosphere at the match, I will do anything to improve it!

I'm not saying our atmosphere is rubbish, it's got better & better recently but hopefully we can up the atmosphere for every game.