Sunday, April 4, 2010

The Interview: Smeg Devil


Tell us a bit about yourself … Well I’m 22 born on 25th April, I was 2 weeks late and 3 and half days in labour (my mum reminds me of this often), female and from that beautiful place Yorkshire. I’m 6foot and a half, I think and single. Lived in Notts whilst I did my degree and I miss that place such a lovely city and lots of friends down there. I work in the finance department for a major provider of Care Homes/Services in the UK – those who know me know the one... I love music, used to go to gigs every week or so when growing up. Slowly getting back into it... DKM, Hole and Rebellion on the cards so far I don’t know what else you wanna know.....

What’s the time?
10.58

How many fingers am I holding up?
4

I like your, youre a nice girl, why dont you post more often? Swings and roundabouts, I didn’t post much because I couldn’t be bothered to – stuff going on at home. But now that’s fixed, I’m about – granted it won’t be all day everyday as I’m not a student anymore, and god forbid I find myself a social life.

What’s your fave man type...loud and brash or quiet and understanding
Not sure, I do like the quiet and understanding ones. Someone I can have a conversation with about stupid things but also geeky stuff. I like someone who won’t treat me like I’ve been treat in the past. I don’t think I have one type – I mean I love Johnny Depp and on the other hand my first love Alan Smith will always be there. (Does anyone remember my Alan Smith days??)

Are you a girly girl or more of a tom boy? Now I know sitting on the fence isn’t a cool look, not to mention uncomfortable. I like my girly things – bags and shoes, developing a fashion sense (shock horror) but at the same time, I love football, rugby and F1, as well as gymming it up. I would think that I am a nice balance of the two..

The girls on the forum, discuss.
I like Yid, our Kirstie, spoken to her on bookface and seems a lovely lass albeit a bit short but good things in small packages right? She can keep the boys in toe and enjoys a good night out. I believe Miss Ruudlover to be a lovely lass however paths haven’t crossed recently but she is a honorary Yorkie so all isn’t lost. Others lasses on here, I don’t come across often or have much to say about them.

What's your favourite curse word?
****... Although that doesn’t help due to the filters... Sh!t I guess. Mainly for Shizz and Sh!t the bed phase. Don’t know why either. Don’t swear much either.

What made you support man utd?
Erm I don’t. Think may have missed the point. It blatently says that I support Leeds. Maybe I’ve missed the point... I miss having my season ticket – Stopped because I went to uni and considering getting one back again... hopefully well need to find a friend – don’t want to be a billy no mates.

Pogo sticks...now they are fun eh Never been on a pogo stick. I know that’s a shock right. I prefer space hoppers.

How does it feel to be a girl on this guys saturated forum? It doesn’t bother me – I mean the way that the guys jump on the back of the girls is wrong at times but kind of expect that when it’s like 500000:1. I think it is nice that we can all play along nicely sometimes and get on.

Is it just football you have a liking for or are there any other sports you have a big interest in?
I have a fair few interests... Football it’s Leeds. Rugby – both codes I can happily watch and scream at tv or ground. Since I’m getting on with my life, I have really got back into League – I go to home games regularly and scream at the team – coincidently they’ve lost the matches I’ve been too. I love the atmosphere and the fans. Next home game is Toulouse on Monday if any of you fancy it....

Describe your perfect man. If he existed what would he look like?
Someone that wants to talk to me, someone who makes me laugh and smile, gotta like sport and actually going to matches. Then take me out for a good time at a gig. Not a lot to ask really.

David Beckham. On a scale of 1-10, how gutted are you for him that he wont be playing at the World Cup? I am gutted but it isn’t the end of the world. He can still do a lot for the team and the sport at the world cup so I don’t think it is a massive blow for the sport. For himself it is a big blow – feeling like he had something to prove at this world cup. **** happens and that is one of the worse things to happen. He won’t be playing for a very long time and will always have problems with it now.

Did you ever get the swine flu? Nope I didn’t, was quite lucky and a few people at work did get it but me nothing.

In general, do you get along better with boys or girls?
Well it depends I get along with both. Quite a few of my close friends are male and I’d trust them with a lot and I have my two best friends who are female and not girly girls. Suppose it depends on who it is – I don’t go out of my way to make friends with an airhead as that imo would be pretty damn pointless, I don’t want to screw her.

Bounce (pogo) by System of a Down...would be a great new national anthem...waddya think
I think it is a good choice however not my personal choice for a national anthem... Would have to be something like Elegy by MH or Walk by Pantera – think that would spice things up a bit.

What is your favourite Sublime song? Daterape – If anyone has seen me in rock city/cookie doing this then they’ll understand. It’s the lyrics, the beat and the way it’s just perfect to bop about to. On the other hand I do love What I Got? It is a beautiful song. Quite happily sit and listen to 40oz to freedom now.. Thanks

Pick 5 men in Hollywood that you'd like to sink your teeth into. Assuming you were a vampire. Johnny Depp. Colin Farrell. Gerard Butler. Ryan Reynolds. Jude Law... I dunno, I’m sure it’ll change – well the first 2 won’t I Love them Long Time.

Do you like Cheesy Wotsits?
I am in the LIKE camp for Cheesy Wotsits. I haven’t had any in a while though my favourites are kettle chips. Nom nom nom.

If you could have picked any soccer match to watch live, which game would you have picked? (I guess passed, present or future)
I would love to have seen England winning the world cup – the kind of atmosphere felt and knowing that you could be proud to be English and have faith in the team. Having said that on a lighter note, I would just love to see Leeds win a match and get automatic – typing this as Leeds about to lose to Swindon. Morons.

Where would you want to go on your honeymoon? And why? Plenty of places to choose from and lots of time to save up... Chile, Aruba, Argentina, Canada, Caribbean, Seychelles.... Somewhere pretty, things to do and see other than that just being with a nice person

Are you worried that Naz will top himself, or are you not bothered either way? Not arsed really. Well he ain’t bad and I admire his work for charity and the dedication and commitment he has is amazing. Just up and down like a yoyo.

Is the idea of 'fangirl-ism' in any way repulsive to you and would you think less of a person if they happened to be one?
What the hell is a fan girl? – checked Wiki and Urbandictionary. It is a bit bizarre being that obsessed with someone that you pretty much stalk every move. I know I like people who I know I can’t have but wouldn’t own every bit of merch. Can’t say I’d think any less of them – bit weird maybe but aren’t we all?

Assuming there is a heaven, when you get to the pearly gates, what do you want god to say to you?
Bout time you showed up, it’s your round.

Do you think we should have something like 'Pogo stick Tuesday'...where we all have to compulsory bounce around like loons...like for all day?
Nope that is ludicrous, I can’t pogo stick. I believe it would compromise Hula Hoop Fridays and Space Hopper Sundays – wouldn’t want to overcomplicate things.

If you had to pick one guy and one girl from the forum to beat with a stick, who would they be?
Linha – Gets wound up too easily about being picked on and then goes for sympathy.. it wouldn’t be a beating more of a quick word – play it cool and they will drop the ****. Illmatic – Really needs to get a grip and to get laid.

Why do you think Barcelinha wanted you to be interviewed so badly?
Is it because I’m cool? Is Manic Loop different in real life from his s24-7 persona? Not really. Love Pete – he is pretty much my big brother, can talk to him about all sorts of stuff. I should be visiting soon and going out. He is loud and has issues with speech when he has had a few but then again he is fun to be around. I mean he has seen me grow up pretty much – I was 14 when I joined...

How many pogo sticks am I holding up?
One in each hand.

Do you believe in star signs?
No. I think they are ridiculous. So vague and far from the truth.

How tall are you really...in feet and inches and not that faggy metric gobbledegook?
Still 6 foot and a bit.

Was it you who starred in that old movie 'Attack of the 50 Foot Woman'? Nope not me I’m afraid.

I mean hey....I dun wanna go on about it but would I need to jump on a pogo stick to meet you eye to eye? Quite possibly unless you are 6 foot.

Harry Kewell, your feelings on the man. expand please.
I absolutely hate him, I cannot remember who but I had this arguement with someone – might have been at work. Him and Viduka are two of the biggest disappointments ever – lazy and performed when they wanted to. They really wind me up.

Who are you and what do you want with SmegDevil?
Don’t really know what to say to that. She is here and always has been.. I wonder if I’ve been cloned and leading a double life and don’t realise it.

Are you sick of the pogo type questions yet?
Yeah patience is wearing thin now.

No really...I mean really...are you sick of them yet? I’m done with them

Are you a summer or a winter person?
I think I’m more of a summer person. I love waking up going to work in the sun and coming home in the sun. Sitting in a beer garden and chilling outside.

Do Pirates make good lounge decorations? Yes I loved that pirate and now he is relegated to the garden. Sad times.

How do you react to the news that speakeasy is now the horn in hand? Say whaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaat?! Knocked through now? They have always been owned by the same people for years. The short guy dark hair. Most of the barstaff work at both. I do love a good horn in hand session.. had plenty of good times in that place..

Bargain hunt or cash in the attic?
Neither. Rather watch Homes under the Hammer.

Where is your favourite place that you have ever been?
Banff- hands down I loved that place. Freaking love Canada.

What is your ideal pet?
I have my idea pet, he is a staffie cross, and is called Winston about 3 years old.

You're really old skool on here, did you ever think you'd be here so long and what made you stay?
I’ve been here forever – didn’t think i’d be here this long. I mean I’ve grown up with the site and I’ve seen people come and go. The site going through busy and quiet times so laugh when newbies complain that it is failing.


Who will you be voting for in May?
Labour. Will never ever vote Conservative. Lib Dem is a close 2nd and may change in the next few weeks but I fecking hate David Cameron.

Which member is the most annoying person on the site?
Dragonlord is fairly annoying. And which member is your favourite? Don’t really have a favourite, I mean I talk to a few that I get on well with.. Like Big D, Ginger Ninja and Lib. Not really thought about having a favourite. Oops.

What’s your favourite theme park?
Universal Studios Islands of Adventure – Incredible Hulk and Duelling Dragons, my two favourite rides in the US. Alton Towers – the best one in the UK. Definitely Universal wins hands down, sad thing is I’ve been there more times than I have Alton Towers. It was only 20mins to get to and much easier to get into the car park. Plus the weather and the higher standard of rides. Even the Dr Seuss land is brilliant. Love Love Love Looooooooooooove Universal.

Do you like snow
Not anymore, The big freeze spoilt that one... I love snow when it’s done properly I mean governments/grit – not the whole world stops because it was cold.

How long did it take you to complete you’re interview? A long long time. A very long time – I had to break it down over the day so to speak. Thank god that is over its taken forever!! Think this is the most difficult thing I’ve done – essays and dissertation was easy.

Interview Compiled by Lil Yiddo.

Wednesday, March 24, 2010

The Yanks are coming. 77 Days.



A highlight to get you pumped if you are a US fan...or get you on our bandwagon if you are looking for a WC team to root for.

This is a fantastic highlight (cheers to Patrick Owen of NaDeadRaibead)...minus the Edu goal against Celtic of course. That could have been edited out.

77 days until USA vs. England. Don't Tread on This.

Friday, March 19, 2010

Big Honky Ocho does the Business.



and that's why he's one of my favorite players. Don't Tread on This.

Monday, March 15, 2010

Hat Tricks over the Weekend for your viewing enjoyment

Robbie Keane puts three past Kilmarnock in the Scottish Cup Quarterfinal.

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Messi vs. Valencia


- From SoccerbyIves.net

Gonzalo Higuain vs Valladolid


Saturday, March 13, 2010

Schalke Fans go Apeshit



Talk about street cred.

Thursday, March 11, 2010

The Top 10(ish) Soccer Commercials of All Time

By: Celticrugby

Since about 1998 soccer commercials have been popping up for every major tournament, boot releases and just for the hell of it.

This is the comprehensive list of the top soccer related commercials of all time. If you've been a fan of the sport since at least 1998 you'll know most if not all of these commercials, although there might have been one or two you haven't seen that's slipped through the cracks.

It was really too hard to whittle it down to just 10, so I've included some honorable mentions. If you feel your favorite commercial was slighted, or isn't on here, make a comment either here, on the forum or via email at soccer247blog@gmail.com. I'll make sure its added.

Let the countdown begin.

Honorable Mention # 2: The Impossible Is Nothing featuring Messi, Altidore etc.

The main feature of these ads were players overcoming adversity to get where they are today. While they aren't filled with Ole's and amazing goals, they were made to benefit and encourage the younger players of the game.

Jozy's spot.



Messi's Spot.



Honorable Mention # 1: Pepsi's Medieval Commercial



#10 - Euro 2004's Road to Lisbon


Unfortunately for some, the Greek defense wasn't the highlight of this video.

#9 - +10 Dream Team from the 2006 World Cup




#8 - Nike's Good vs. Evil



#7 - Brazil vs. Portugal (World Cup 2006)



#6 Team Nike vs. The Ninja Samurais


You know what is cooler than a ninja? A ninja samurai.

#5 - Irn Bru's Scotland's going to the World Cup Commericals (WC 2006)




I was in Scotland at the time these were running, and I must say, it could be one of the best overall advertising runs of all time.

#4 Gatorade's Take Me Out to the Ballgame



My favorite US spot of all time, and one that probably encapsulates the team and its experiences the best.

#3 Henry's House



That crazy Frenchman is at it again.

#2 Take it to the Next Level



This actually might be "technically" the best, but the #1 commercial of all time is essentially the Godfather of soccer commercials.

#1 Brazil in the Airport



The classic takes it in the end.

Comments, Feedback and bitching is welcome.
The Interview: Del Piero


Tell us a bit about yourself ...

Well, my real name is Omar as some of you may know, i am a 25 years old Egyptian guy, i work as a Solution Expert for an Apple premium reseller (Part Time ATM), i am Engaged to a girl that i love and we're currently working on getting married.

You are having a dinner party and 5 guests from here are coming ... who and why?

Red4eva - Very intelligent and educated person, i am sure we will have some interesting conversations.

Killah - My best friend/nemesis, we disagree about almost everything yet he's one of the few people i consider to be a real friend of mine on here.

Celticrugby - 100% Win.

Patmurphy - Again one of the few real friends i made here, we share this interest in Directing and Cinema and we can talk for hours about a single scene in a movie, sadly like red he's not active anymore.

DvA - I have no idea what nickname he runs by on the forum nowdays, however he's one of my best friends on here and we can talk for hours about Portugal and Egypt and how similar they are, lazy people corruption etc, FTW .

Can you speak Italian?

No, however i can understand what a conversation is about when i hear it as i recognize most words because it's close to French and i can read some of it.

What do you really think about Calean?

He's a fine example of why many people see religious people as absolute retards, self-righteous ignorant and bigoted moron.

I appreciate your usually fair and (somewhat) balanced opinion on things in the middle east when discussed. What is your opinion on the Egyptian blockade of Gaza? And your reaction to the criticism you take from some other Arab sources over this?

We're just trying to stop a dirty political game thats being played by Israel atm, they basically have a long term plan to transform Sinai into one big Palestinian refugees camp like in south Lebanon which i hope we as Egyptian would never allow.

As for shutting down the underground network between Egypt and Gaza i am all for it because it really hurts our economy and security with potential hardcore political terrorists entering Egypt.


How many fingers am i holding up?

I'll tell if you tell me which finger i am holding up .

When do you next see Juventus winning the title?

With this management? never.

Nastiest guy in 24-7 land

Nastiest? gotta be that dude who used to get drunk and post about his erotic adventures and sometimes pornography, you will know who i am talking about if you log on during the dead night hours.

What is your favourite childhood memory?

When i got my first Dog, Rockey.

Do you think Del Piero (the player) would of got far more praise in his career had he moved to another league to a club like say Real Madrid?

Yes of course, i mean look at Raul, the guy suck balls and they made him a god . Seriously i was just joking, but yeah i believe with the propaganda machine they have at Real Madrid he would have became 2x the legend he is today, same goes for the EPL and specially Man Utd ofc.

If you could change one thing about Soccer 24-7, what would it be?

Bring back the bloody radio!

Is a Jaffa cake a biscuit or a cake?

Biscuit?

Do you consider yourself a religious Muslim?

No, i don't consider myself religious at all and i know this could anger some people but i don't believe any religion should be taken to the letter.

Do you like cheesy Wotsits?

I have no idea what the hell is that, gonna google it now.

What are your thoughts on the Iranians and their quest for nukes? Should something be done? If you were in charge of the world response, what is your roadmap for this issue?

I believe that either we take the nukes from everyone or we don't, but under the light of the current situation more people with nuke mean that it's less likely for anyone to use his because they will be afraid of retaliation.

Again we are putting you in charge of the world. What is your roadmap to peace with Israel/Palestine? What is an acceptable/equitable 2-state solution (assuming you desire that) for you?

I don't really care, but i think the only thing that would work will not be suitable for the Israelis since it involves giving half of Jerusalem to the Palestinians or giving the entire city to an International entity like the U.N.

Other than that it will never work because the Arabs and the Palestinians see this as a religious war and Jerusalem is the goal, just like it always was throughout history, same goes for the Israelis which can be seen and proven in their recent actions

[in response to that question] Do you think that your plan/view is realistic and could it happen in our lifetimes? Why or why not?

No i don't as i said because it's a religious war that will never end because sadly religion knows no compromise.

Captain Kirk...coolest white man ever

There is no such thing as a cool white man .

What members that left or were banned would you bring back and why?

Firestarter so we can have more epic threads, he was good for business.

Nicest guy on 24-7 land

Nicest? Celticrugby ofc and i think everyone here will agree.

Working hard or hardly working?

Working hard to find a new job, hardly working in my current one ever since i converted to part time.

Sith or Jedi

Sith ofc, Jedis are fags.

Favourite foreign country you have visited and why?

France, mostly because the only other foreign country i have been to was Cyprus and i was 8 month old or something . However i lived in Paris for 2 years and i must say it's beautiful, i know people talk about lots of things when describing how beautiful a place is and all it's pros and what not but seriously for me it was all about the mood, Paris has this awesome unique autumn feel to it, and btw i went to London for a day and all i remember that it was dark and rainy and it was a family visit so i can't really judge.

Favourite number and why?

18, my birthday, i know so predictable.

Cats or dogs?

I used to say dogs as i always raised dogs in my childhood but then i got Ceasar my current cat he's a cat who acts like a dog if you know what i mean , so in respect to that mofo i will just say both.

As a Juve fan do you want Benitez as your manager next season?

I highly rate him and he is known for achieving great feats with little resources, the kind of thing that we need at the moment.

If you had to die one way or the other, would you rather burn alive or drown?

Drown ofc, even though i used to be in the Egyptian National team for swimming .

Should Sombreros be mandatorily worn on every Tuesday

That would be awsome, **** yea.

Top 5 films of all time?

It's an impossible question to answer for me, i am a movie buff so i have like 100 favorite films and i can't just pick just 5 and ignore the rest, but if you just want to me to pick 5 of my favorite films randomly i will pick:

City Of God, Fight Club, Amores Perros, The Godfather, Amelie.

As an Egyptian how come you follow Italian football?


The Egyptian league suck balls and i never felt emotionally attached to any Egyptian team, in fact i wasn't a football fan at all till i watched Juve once by chance on tv and ever since i was hooked to them.

Pooh or Piglet?

None, both are fags.

What team besides Juve do you like to watch?

I don't watch anything except Juve especially recently, but i usually just watch the big CL games if Juve is not playing that night and ofc the Classico and sometimes Man Utd vs Arsenal, and the old firm when i can. but as in following another team, no i don't.

Totti or Maldini?

Totti is the greatest Italian to ever touch a football, thats a fact.

Climate change...b0ll0cks or truth

Would you ******* believe me if i told you that last week it ******* snowed here in Cairo and it wasn't even cold during that day?

What's your take on the john terry fiasco?

These things annoy me because i believe that people have no right to interfere with celebrities private lives, i don't think he wronged anyone except his wife and it's a private issue and people should just mind their own business but ofc i am dreaming.

Oh and i honestly don't give a **** about what John Terry or any other celebrity does in their private life, he may shag a goat for all i care.

Best and worst moment in your life so far?

I had many bad moments and many good moments but one of my absolute worse was when my grandfather died, as for the best moment it's really easy to pick, it's when i got together with Nahla, i know it's sound cliche but it's true.

Ever been to the Delle Alpi? If so what is your best memory there?

Sadly i haven't got the chance to go there, but hopefully i will get the chance to watch Juve-Inter @ the new Juve arena sometime during 2012 .

The Egyptian NT ... they can do so well at the ANC and yet can't qualify for a bloody World Cup. One, what is the problem? And two, how do you view/what is your opinion on this generation of players and how they should be looked upon? Champions for their ANC glory? Failures for repeated failure to qualify for WC? Somewhere in between ...

The problem is mental thats all, we have a ghost in the closet called qualifying to the WC, Egyptian players really do need therapy to get rid of the amount of pressure they have regarding the WC qualification.

As for the current generation of players i have to say that they are the best in this country's history in my opinion and not just for the results but for the amount of talents that this team have.

Their only problem is psychological, this is why they beat Italy, embarrassed Brazil and got knocked from the U.S, this is typical Egyptian nature, achieve the impossible and fail at the easiest of tasks.

What, if any, are your pet peeves?

Damn you, i had to wiki that to understand the question, anyway what annoys me the most if i understood the question correctly are the so called social people who wear a fake smiling mask just to try and keep a good relation with everyone, they make me sick if you know what i am on about.

Will their ever be true peace in the world

Never, Peace is bad for business mate.

Name an interesting fact about yourself.

I have anger problems and when i get angry i often say things i really regret later.

Let's say the title race is down between Inter and AC, who do you want to win it?

Ac Milan ofc, if the title race was between Aids and Inter Milan i would cheer for Aids from the bottom of my heart, GO AIDS!

2012 is just round the corner...are you scared

Believe it or not i haven't seen the movie so no, i am not scared.

Do you think during the Calico scandal, Juventus's penalty was harsh enough?

It's spelt Calcio and i believe Juve was set up, Moggi was never proven of actually buying games, he used his influence to pick certain refrees will for our games at a time where Milan's president was the prime minister of Italy and was known to practice his influence over the league, Moggi said he did what he did to protect Juve and i believe that story. Also Juve back then was truly the best team in Italy, just look at the WC final and how many Juve players were in it. however this entire topic is closed for me, lets we forget please.

Are we being controlled by the New World Order

We were always controlled by some kind of secret order criminals, politicians and business men, the pigs and dogs ruling the sheep, and whatever that order is it will be considered the new world order if you know what i mean.

Do you also think Diego is a bust?

How can people judge a player when the entire team plays like shite, the manager is crap and the management are a bunch of tards, i still believe Diego is a very talented player who will hopefully prove me right under the right management which i hope for after this season's nightmare ends.

Brunettes....sexiest wimmin on the planet....agree?

Hells yeah!

Do you think Inter and/or AC Milan are cheating?

It's Italy, there is always someone using some kind of influence, i wouldn't say cheating but yea there is ofc some kind of influence outside the pitch.

Which member would you gladly punch in the face?

Sultan.

Favourite sport outside of football?

Swimming.

If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you want to go and why?


Well if i were to go in order to settle and live then i would choose Australia, it's an awesome place and the weather is nice specially for an Egyptian not to mention that they got plenty of opportunities.

But if you were talking about a vacation then i would ofc go to somewhere in the Caribbean.

Who are your favourite members on here and why?

The ones i picked for dinner and for the same reasons.

If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?

I need to be more persistent and serious about certain thing and i need to get rid of my anger issues.

5 Things you'd like to see Juventus do in the next 5 years?

I will just sum it up in one thing, find back the spirit of the real Juve, the spirit that the great Juve of the mid 90's had or even that of 2003, i want the players to have the desire to win, i want them to understand the greatness of the shirt they are wearing.

How did you meet your stunning missus? Any plans for marriage?

In a friend's birthday that i ironically didn't want to be at in the first place, i had a ******* crush then i made a common friend ask her to come in a hang out the 2nd time we exchanged numbers then we started going out alone, and here we are almost 4 years later planning for our marriage

Interview Compiled by Lil Yiddo.