Foxinscouseland Posted 31 October 2018 Share Posted 31 October 2018 14 hours ago, HitchinFox said: That was my first instinct too. But that's a fan's view of it. Seeing that the tragedy unfolded just yards from the KP so soon after a game, with most (if not all) the players still inside, it might be better for the players to have their first match after this nightmare played away from the scene of it. But who knows really. I'm no psychologist. There’s always two sides - good point Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crinklyfox Posted 31 October 2018 Share Posted 31 October 2018 I appreciate that there is a schedule to fulfil and that the players may want to take their minds off events but couldn't fixtures be postponed until the funerals have taken place and we have some sort of closure on this tragedy. I'd appreciate if they did this out of respect, if for no other reason. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scotch Posted 31 October 2018 Share Posted 31 October 2018 2 minutes ago, Crinklyfox said: I appreciate that there is a schedule to fulfil and that the players may want to take their minds off events but couldn't fixtures be postponed until the funerals have taken place and we have some sort of closure on this tragedy. I'd appreciate if they did this out of respect, if for no other reason. I'm sure the FA would be more than willing to do this but as far as we've been made aware, they've left it entirely up to the club who've in turn left it to the players and they want to play. That's what I understand from what I've read. I agree with you. It would prob be better to wait but if the players want to get on with it then I don't think it's the FA's place to stop them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stripeyfox Posted 31 October 2018 Share Posted 31 October 2018 10 minutes ago, Crinklyfox said: I appreciate that there is a schedule to fulfil and that the players may want to take their minds off events but couldn't fixtures be postponed until the funerals have taken place and we have some sort of closure on this tragedy. I'd appreciate if they did this out of respect, if for no other reason. I think that's impractical to be honest. Who knows how long that could be? Part of the closure is returning to work. If they wanted to postpone, they would have requested it and I'm sure the PL would have agreed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HighPeakFox Posted 31 October 2018 Share Posted 31 October 2018 It seems to me that they're getting back on the horse - perhaps the premise is that the longer they wait, the harder/worse it will be. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post CARDIFF BLUEBIRD Posted 31 October 2018 Popular Post Share Posted 31 October 2018 As a Bluebird I know we all want to give everyone from Leicester the proper welcome and respect. We share your loss and know you guys are not in a good place at present, the hand of football friendship goes out to you. As respect to everyone in these circumstances, the purpose of the game is for two sides to fully compete for the match. Support will be shown by both sets of supported during the 90 minutes, Vichai would not have expected anything less. Best wishes ( except between 3pm - 5pm saturday) Bluebird 19 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davieG Posted 31 October 2018 Share Posted 31 October 2018 2 hours ago, Cujek said: We are never playing 3 at the back, give it up. Come on lads let's smash this one. We started off with 3 at the back against Arsenal when in possession of the ball, with the wing backs making it a back when we didn't have it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crinklyfox Posted 31 October 2018 Share Posted 31 October 2018 30 minutes ago, stripeyfox said: I think that's impractical to be honest. Who knows how long that could be? Part of the closure is returning to work. If they wanted to postpone, they would have requested it and I'm sure the PL would have agreed. 5 minutes ago, HighPeakFox said: It seems to me that they're getting back on the horse - perhaps the premise is that the longer they wait, the harder/worse it will be. I'm sure that both your views reflect the players wishes. My concern with that is that although it is admirable, it may not work as they intend. I base this on my own experience following my mother's death, when I decided to be positive and get back into my daily life as soon as possible so returned to work very soon after her death, only to find that I hadn't coped as well as I thought and couldn't work as I used to - I ended up being sent home to continue the grieving process. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Col city fan Posted 31 October 2018 Share Posted 31 October 2018 (edited) 15 minutes ago, HighPeakFox said: It seems to me that they're getting back on the horse - perhaps the premise is that the longer they wait, the harder/worse it will be. That’s generally true in my experience mate. Too quick and you never fully recover, but too slow and you become depressed. I think they’ll give it everything on Saturday Sing up loud on Saturday. Edited 31 October 2018 by Col city fan 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HighPeakFox Posted 31 October 2018 Share Posted 31 October 2018 3 minutes ago, Col city fan said: That’s generally true in my experience mate. Too quick and you never fully recover, but too slow and you become depressed. I think they’ll give it everything on Saturday Sing up loud on Saturday. I will if I can score a ticket... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
les-tah Posted 31 October 2018 Share Posted 31 October 2018 (edited) 31 minutes ago, Col city fan said: That’s generally true in my experience mate. Too quick and you never fully recover, but too slow and you become depressed. I think they’ll give it everything on Saturday Sing up loud on Saturday. This is true and its a real test of character and in my experience this sort of disaster really brings a team together and will make them stronger like brothers. They will always be playing for Khun Vichai now. Edited 31 October 2018 by les-tah Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post SemperEadem Posted 31 October 2018 Popular Post Share Posted 31 October 2018 Lets turn out a famously good away end this weekend. 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Mister Posted 31 October 2018 Share Posted 31 October 2018 Let's give the team as much support on Saturday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cadno'r Cymoedd Posted 31 October 2018 Share Posted 31 October 2018 Both my sons are Cardiff City fans as are a lot of my friends. You can be sure that our Foxes travelling supporters and the team will get a very warm, supportive welcome on Saturday. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Ric Flair Posted 31 October 2018 Popular Post Share Posted 31 October 2018 The result is secondary on Saturday, but I believe the players will do us all proud. We stand together and support, back to natural instinct. This will be the closest it's ever felt to unbridled pride, love and honour for our football team. It'll be incredibly emotional, as will next Saturday. It's important we do this though and regardless of what happens on the pitch, we will be galvanised in support for our club, players and staff. Let's do it for Vichai and his family. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TJB-fox Posted 31 October 2018 Share Posted 31 October 2018 21 hours ago, UpTheLeagueFox said: A contact of mine involved with Cardiff City thinks they'll announce today that the game will go ahead. Says LCFC have acted with real dignity in conversations with them. Nothing confirmed yet but he said if it is on, Cardiff are making special plans and will treat the occasion with the respect it deserves. I would expect nothing less. Our club is built on magnificent values and is a real credit to the city. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gw_leics772 Posted 31 October 2018 Share Posted 31 October 2018 The saddest thing in any bereavement is that life goes on. It doesnt feel right that other people are moving on with their life unaware that anything has happened while you are suffering. Obviously this is less the case here with the whole world knowing what has happened, but ultimately it is this routine that also helps a lot of people in bereavement. For example i knew a young lady who lost her husband and it was her responsibility to her young children that pulled her through. This decision rests with all closely involved, the family, the players, the club, and i certainly feel confident that with the immense dignity showm throughout that this decision has been made for the right reasons for the people involved and if it helps them, or feels right to them, that is all that matters. If it turns out to be the wrong decision from a footballing viewpoint, so what, all we can do is give our love and support, and hope it gives some measure of comfort to those more closely involved. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post TheUltimateWinner Posted 1 November 2018 Author Popular Post Share Posted 1 November 2018 Puel from the press confrence today: “This has been without doubt one of the hardest weeks in the history of this football club. “The tragic loss of five lives has left us all numb. “Vichai made Leicester City into a family and made it dream. “He invested in the club, in the city and invested in the people. “He truly was loved by everyone inside and outside the club. “Personally it was a privilege to work with him. “Seeing all the messages and flowers outside of the stadium this week, shows the amount of lives he has touched. “He leaves behind a legacy and a vision which myself as manager will take forward. “I myself I have never been prouder to manage this football club – the togetherness shows what a special a football club it is. “Football has not been at the front of our thoughts but we will play to honour him.” 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post AjcW Posted 1 November 2018 Popular Post Share Posted 1 November 2018 (edited) It might well be pre prepared but he deserves a huge amount of credit for the way he delivered that. Languages don't come naturally to everyone no matter how long you spend in a country. Edited 1 November 2018 by AjcW 11 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wheaty18 Posted 1 November 2018 Share Posted 1 November 2018 Away fans pub for Cardiff? (03/11/18) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UPinCarolina Posted 1 November 2018 Share Posted 1 November 2018 Will Danny Simpson be making an appearance on the bench? Surely someone from the U23s will be elevated to take Amartey’s role. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Weasel Fox Posted 1 November 2018 Share Posted 1 November 2018 Whatever team Puel selects this weekend I totally agree and I am 100 per cent behind Please City let’s just give 100 per cent effort in memory of Vichai from now until the end of the season 100 per cent effort from us fans equally as important Up the Foxes 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Foxes1 Posted 1 November 2018 Share Posted 1 November 2018 I hope that all the players, fans and management pull together in one direction now until the end of the season. Lets have no negativity at all and do something memorable for all 5 victims of the helicopter crash. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheUltimateWinner Posted 1 November 2018 Author Share Posted 1 November 2018 Even if we don’t win, I hope the players know that they aren’t letting anyone down. Saturday isn’t about the result, it’s more about supporting each other. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StriderHiryu Posted 1 November 2018 Share Posted 1 November 2018 Will be a very surreal game to play I'm sure. The result and performance could be anything from a very timid "broken" Leicester all the way to a "guts and glory" style performance from 15/16 or like the first halves against Liverpool post Ranieri sacking or the first 45 against Sevilla at home. You can count on Vardy and Kasper being at it, and it will be fascinating to see how the new breed fare. You couldn't blame anyone for getting caught up in the occasion and not being switched on but equally sometimes it's in extreme circumstances like this that really shows you the mettle of the man. In particular Chilwell, Maddison, Maguire and Ndidi will be of interest to see because all are players who seem likely to me to follow Mahrez and Kante and show they can do it at the highest level in the future (hopefully with us!). The sort of player that rises to this occasion is the sort to keep an eye on because it will take massive mental strength once that whistle goes post the minute of silence. To me the game is kind of irrelevant now. Of course I would love us to win and show the dynamic up and at them Leicester that we can be, but you could also easily argue that we shouldn't have played the game so soon. So really I just hope we commerate and celebrate the life of Vichai in both this and the next game. All of you going, do us proud! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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