Tony999 Posted April 27, 2015 Report Share Posted April 27, 2015 Can't wait to see JVS park the bus for the whole game to try and get the game to a penalty shoot out. Same! I'm looking forward to the return leg in Mlebourne. A 0-0 draw would be fantastic for us! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kinnibari Posted April 27, 2015 Report Share Posted April 27, 2015 I seriously hate finals. As awful as it would be, Victory should have won the league yesterday rather than us going through the next few weeks of bullshit. We will lose this 4-1 I don't mind them, gives everyone something to work towards. Otherwise most of the teams are just going through the motions from halfway through the season onwards (or before), including us (we never looked like making top spot). Plus it's generally good publicity and most importantly for the FFA it earns them money. Finals aren't going anywhere. That being said, it's great we've made it, because next year we'll have had some finals experience. Most of our squad have never played a final before. Also I was feeling pretty flat about next week but I'm feeling more enthused after reading this thread, so thanks guys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jw1739 Posted April 27, 2015 Report Share Posted April 27, 2015 I seriously hate finals. As awful as it would be, Victory should have won the league yesterday rather than us going through the next few weeks of bullshit. We will lose this 4-1 I don't mind them, gives everyone something to work towards. Otherwise most of the teams are just going through the motions from halfway through the season onwards (or before), including us (we never looked like making top spot). Plus it's generally good publicity and most importantly for the FFA it earns them money. Finals aren't going anywhere. That being said, it's great we've made it, because next year we'll have had some finals experience. Most of our squad have never played a final before. Also I was feeling pretty flat about next week but I'm feeling more enthused after reading this thread, so thanks guys. A team can come home with a wet sail at the end of the season and come from pretty well half-way into top spot with 5-6 wins on the trot. Our problem is that we have never finished a season like that. We come home with a limp wrist rather than a wet sail. IMO in a ten-club league a top four finals competition would make more sense than top six. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Torn Asunder Posted April 27, 2015 Report Share Posted April 27, 2015 Looking forward to the game ... It's a final dammit so I'm getting excited!!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiro Kompiro Posted April 27, 2015 Report Share Posted April 27, 2015 I know never to look ahead, but I think we can do the job on Wellington and find ourselves in a semi with the Visitors. I don't know why other than we can be so unpredictable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paulski Posted April 28, 2015 Report Share Posted April 28, 2015 I really thought the sheik would help to try to get as many supporters to our finals as possible, ie cheap travel packages for members. That's what I'd do if I owned a club. Maybe he's saving that money for a chrome plated Bugatti! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlings Posted April 28, 2015 Report Share Posted April 28, 2015 Hope we get the Kiwi commentators so they can give JVS a baking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cadete Posted April 28, 2015 Report Share Posted April 28, 2015 The only reason we might Wellington is if the club wants to make us even more miserable by seeing Berisha celebrate in front of the City Bay... when we lose 4-1 to them again. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AaronAV11 Posted April 28, 2015 Report Share Posted April 28, 2015 The only reason we might Wellington is if the club wants to make us even more miserable by seeing Berisha celebrate in front of the City Bay... when we lose 4-1 to them again. that's only if we win and Adelaide win. If we win and Brisbane win we verse Sydney Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cadete Posted April 28, 2015 Report Share Posted April 28, 2015 The only reason we might Wellington is if the club wants to make us even more miserable by seeing Berisha celebrate in front of the City Bay... when we lose 4-1 to them again. that's only if we win and Adelaide win. If we win and Brisbane win we verse Sydney Considering Brisbane finished below a side as shit as us... I am kind of expecting Adelaide to beat them - Obviously I could be proven wrong as Richmond fans were a few years back when they played a side that finished out the finals. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Torn Asunder Posted April 28, 2015 Report Share Posted April 28, 2015 The imperial will no doubt be packed with Melburnians watching the game, but I wonder if the club is going to propose a venue for members to gather to watch the game? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreenSeater Posted April 28, 2015 Report Share Posted April 28, 2015 Somebody asked them about that on Twitter and they said the Imperial Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deviant Posted April 28, 2015 Report Share Posted April 28, 2015 Imperial at 3pm. Not before that though, no one will be there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chez Posted April 28, 2015 Report Share Posted April 28, 2015 Even though we've only made finals because everybody below us fell in a heap, I'm still pretty pumped for this game. Gonna get on the beers for Mayweather Pacquiao then head over to the Imperial for a long overdue finals game. I know we can't accept medicority but this has still arguably been our best year today. It's been fun. Be gentle Nix 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Torn Asunder Posted April 28, 2015 Report Share Posted April 28, 2015 Got this back from the club on twitter ... "hey mate, yep, just finalising details regarding venue, viewing times etc & there should be a public communication soon!" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlings Posted April 28, 2015 Report Share Posted April 28, 2015 (edited) Got this back from the club on twitter ... "hey mate, yep, just finalising details regarding venue, viewing times etc & there should be a public communication soon!" Fed Square will surely not be big enough? Edited April 28, 2015 by carlings Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shahanga Posted April 28, 2015 Report Share Posted April 28, 2015 (edited) The only reason we might Wellington is if the club wants to make us even more miserable by seeing Berisha celebrate in front of the City Bay... when we lose 4-1 to them again. that's only if we win and Adelaide win. If we win and Brisbane win we play Sydney Considering Brisbane finished below a side as shit as us... I am kind of expecting Adelaide to beat them - Obviously I could be proven wrong as Richmond fans were a few years back when they played a side that finished out the finals. Brisbane actually have a really good away record (unlike another team I could mention). I think they are a much stronger chance of getting through than we are. Edited April 28, 2015 by Shahanga 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cadete Posted April 28, 2015 Report Share Posted April 28, 2015 The only reason we might Wellington is if the club wants to make us even more miserable by seeing Berisha celebrate in front of the City Bay... when we lose 4-1 to them again. that's only if we win and Adelaide win. If we win and Brisbane win we play Sydney Considering Brisbane finished below a side as shit as us... I am kind of expecting Adelaide to beat them - Obviously I could be proven wrong as Richmond fans were a few years back when they played a side that finished out the finals. Brisbane actually have a really good away record (unlike another team I could mention). I think they are a much stronger chance of getting through than we are. Hey we also have great finals record, and a great finals away record under JVS... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony999 Posted April 29, 2015 Report Share Posted April 29, 2015 (edited) If we win against Wellington we will have a 50% record for away finals wins! Not bad at all going into the following round. Edited April 29, 2015 by Tony999 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
belaguttman Posted April 29, 2015 Report Share Posted April 29, 2015 We have a terrible away record against everyone, even the teams that spent the season at the bottom of the ladder (only beat Jets once away of the bottom 3 teams). Wellington is the only team above us that we haven't beaten home or away this season and we have only ever beaten them once in Wellington in 5 seasons. I think that we need to be realistic about the odds here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cadete Posted April 29, 2015 Report Share Posted April 29, 2015 We have a terrible away record against everyone, even the teams that spent the season at the bottom of the ladder (only beat Jets once away of the bottom 3 teams). Wellington is the only team above us that we haven't beaten home or away this season and we have only ever beaten them once in Wellington in 5 seasons. I think that we need to be realistic about the odds here I just feel like its going to be the usual case of watching a Wellington Away Game at The Gimp of waiting for Welly to score. And then me conceding the match is over - Despite how early in the game it is... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deviant Posted April 29, 2015 Report Share Posted April 29, 2015 We have a terrible away record against everyone, even the teams that spent the season at the bottom of the ladder (only beat Jets once away of the bottom 3 teams). Wellington is the only team above us that we haven't beaten home or away this season and we have only ever beaten them once in Wellington in 5 seasons. I think that we need to be realistic about the odds here I just feel like its going to be the usual case of watching a Wellington Away Game at The Gimp of waiting for Welly to score. And then me conceding the match is over - Despite how early in the game it is... Often a correct assessment. lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
belaguttman Posted April 29, 2015 Report Share Posted April 29, 2015 Email from the franchise, they've organised a wake for the season at the Impy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Torn Asunder Posted April 29, 2015 Report Share Posted April 29, 2015 Elimination Final Supporter Venue Melbourne City FC can inform its fans and members that it will, in conjunction with the Imperial Hotel, hold a viewing event in Melbourne for Sunday's Elimination Final. The Finals public viewing event will take place downstairs at the Imperial Hotel, the home of Melbourne City FC supporters, on the corner of Bourke and Spring Sts. in Melbourne's CBD. All TVs in the downstairs section of the venue will be showing Melbourne City FC's clash against Wellington Phoenix, which kicks off locally in Wellington, New Zealand, at 7pm and 5pm in Melbourne. There will be a number of Melbourne City FC give-aways, while the club will be branding the venue, so head down and support your City! Event Details Melbourne City FC Elimination Final Public Viewing Event Sunday, 3 May 2015 Wellington Phoenix vs. Melbourne City FC Venue: The Imperial Hotel, corner Bourke & Spring St, Melbourne Time: kick-off 5pm (AEST) Capactity: 300 PLEASE NOTE: ALL UNDER 18s MUST be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian, security will be at the door and enforcing this stringently. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Imperial Pints Posted April 29, 2015 Report Share Posted April 29, 2015 Cfg have a great opportunity to endear themselves to everyone by putting 5k behind the bar at the Imp. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jovan Posted April 29, 2015 Report Share Posted April 29, 2015 Cfg have a great opportunity to endear themselves to everyone by putting 5k behind the bar at the Imp. Might be easier to make a bet with Cadete and win than get a free drink from CFG. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shahanga Posted April 29, 2015 Report Share Posted April 29, 2015 I'm really struggling to get enthusiastic for this game. It's our biggest for the year, so I should be excited but I expect us to get hammered. Hopefully I'll feel more "up" before kick off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedAndWhitePride Posted April 29, 2015 Report Share Posted April 29, 2015 (edited) I'm really struggling to get enthusiastic for this game. It's our biggest for the year, so I should be excited but I expect us to get hammered. Hopefully I'll feel more "up" before kick off. Basing this off our maiden finals appearance v Perth Glory, but, If you're anything like me, you'll get excited about an hour before the match and then slowly and painfully, that excitement will turn to utter despair as some Kiwi fuck effortlessly scores a hat trick. Edited April 29, 2015 by RedAndWhitePride 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony999 Posted April 29, 2015 Report Share Posted April 29, 2015 Koren buries two goals against Wellington. Your next Victory! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moraiwe Posted April 29, 2015 Report Share Posted April 29, 2015 The club will be branding the venue? Another push to rid Melburnians of red. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KD. Posted April 29, 2015 Report Share Posted April 29, 2015 Cant believe the club are going to try doll up the Imperial.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KD. Posted April 29, 2015 Report Share Posted April 29, 2015 The club will be branding the venue? Another push to rid Melburnians of red. Can assure this wont be happening 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deeming Posted April 29, 2015 Report Share Posted April 29, 2015 The club will be branding the venue? Another push to rid Melburnians of red. They mentioned the venue on FB but it is gone now. Maybe (and rightly so) because people were getting stuck in there for not mentioning the Imp relationship is Melburnians thing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hakz7 Posted April 29, 2015 Report Share Posted April 29, 2015 The club will be branding the venue? Another push to rid Melburnians of red. Can assure this wont be happeningA couple of days ago they replied to someone regarding the Imp by saying "@MelbourneCity: Hi mate, @MelbourneCity supporters usually congregate at The Imperial Hotel on corner Spring & Bourke Sts. Ping: @TheMelburnians" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dylan Posted April 29, 2015 Report Share Posted April 29, 2015 The club will be branding the venue? Another push to rid Melburnians of red. Good Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deviant Posted April 29, 2015 Report Share Posted April 29, 2015 The club will be branding the venue? Another push to rid Melburnians of red. Good Unpopular opinion that you have... lol 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dylan Posted April 29, 2015 Report Share Posted April 29, 2015 The club will be branding the venue? Another push to rid Melburnians of red. Good Unpopular opinion that you have... lol I was shit stirring Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deviant Posted April 29, 2015 Report Share Posted April 29, 2015 The club will be branding the venue? Another push to rid Melburnians of red. Good Unpopular opinion that you have... lol I was shit stirring I don't mind either way. Whether you're in the Red Corner or the Blue Corner, I'm a firm believer of 'each to their own'. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Torn Asunder Posted April 30, 2015 Report Share Posted April 30, 2015 (edited) I think the club should leave the Imperial for the Melburnians ... I wonder with the club putting forward this venue as the official viewing location whether the 300 capacity will be an issue... Given our healthy membership numbers, and especially the family friendly nature of the club with lots of junior members, my view is that the club has missed a massive opportunity to host a public viewing at a venue other than the Imperial. I know quite a few fellow members (with kids) who would have gone to a specified venue, if the space proposed was better suited, especially for families. This is something the AFL clubs do well ... Edited April 30, 2015 by Torn Asunder 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jovan Posted April 30, 2015 Report Share Posted April 30, 2015 I think the club should leave the Imperial for the Melburnians ... I wonder with the club putting forward this venue as the official viewing location whether the 300 capacity will be an issue... Given our healthy membership numbers, and especially the family friendly nature of the club with lots of junior members, my view is that the club has missed a massive opportunity to host a public viewing at a venue other than the Imperial. I know quite a few fellow members (with kids) who would have gone to a specified venue, if the space proposed was better suited, especially for families. This is something the AFL clubs do well ... Exactly. Even If I tried to explain to my misses that the "club" has suggested a pub is the venue to watch a final game, pretty sure on her response. Doesn't help that a while ago I told her I had compulsory work function at the strippers. (and I work for myself). 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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