As in life, sometimes just talking through an issue can offer a solution, and leave those involved wondering why they didn’t think of it sooner.
The replies to yesterdays diary, when we discussed how offended a certain section of society feels when what they feel is a sectarian term is used to describe them has come to a conclusion, and Scottish football supporters everywhere can now refer to them without fear of retribution.
Or offending the delicate souls.
The answer came from Cortes, who described a similar situation way back in the eighties, and the answer then would be a fitting way of dealing with the problem today.
After the Falklands “conflict” squaddies assigned to tasks such as clearing minefields came into contact with locals whom they dubbed “Bennies” after a character in the late, much mourned soap on ITV, “Crossroads”. Following complaints from islanders, disciplinary action was taken against soldiers. A few months later IIRC a Grauniad reported overheard squaddies referring to the “Stills” and on enquiring was informed it neant “They’re still effing Bennies”.
Go Home Ya Stills ?
Works for me, far too intelligent for them to comprehend.
They’ll think it means they’re still the same club.
Remember, as a famous man once said;
Let them keep whining, I’m not listening anymore.
Meantime, we hear that those concerned with the religious aspect of the term ( I know ) have contacted a reputable lawyer to prepare their case…
He examined the evidence…
He concluded;
If you want something to stick in someones mind, for example a campaign to gain publicity, a picture can help.
Like this one;
Simple and effective. Well done to Charlie Saiz and pals for that image, which everyone should stare at until its burned into their retinas.
Alternatively, you could just ring 0344 261 0266 and tell them why you’re cancelling.
On the subject of money coming into the Scottish game, there was another intriguing reply yesterday that hinted at a possible “no, thanks ” from AG Barr, the soft drinks manufacturer, when they were in discussions about adding their name to the SPFL.
Effectively, they asked for certain conditions to be met before attaching their name to the fiefdom of Regan et al.
Such as the removal of Regan et al, and fair treatment for all the clubs in the league.
I wonder, can anyone verify this, with perhaps a little detail.
Don’t worry if its not true. Nothing on this site ever is.
Oh, speaking of the SFA, congratulations to President Campbell Ogilvie, who finished a splendid eleventh out of twelve in a poll to see who would serve on the UEFA executive committee.
Perhaps the endorsement from Stewart Regan didn’t help, largely because it was bollocks.
“After the best part of 40 years in football we feel Campbell’s involvement in Europe and areas such as the Champions League, and his understanding of the game, will add great value at European level.”
Meanwhile, heres a picture of a President people would have trusted even more than Ogilvie.
So much so that the american actually turned down a post within the SFA, and he told them why.
Funnily enough, it turned out he was, which is probably why the SFA offered him the post in the first place.
Back to the football ( about time -Ed ) and Stefan Johansen has been talking to the papers about how much he is enjoying his time in Glasgow. along with manager Ronny Deila, it seems Norwegians love to talk, but more importantly, we like to listen to them.
But if they are all like that, theres no point in pencilling in Norway as a possible holiday destination if you fancy a bit of peace and quiet.
I’ve never been, but I hear the scenery is stunning
Yes, a spot of climbing appeals to my nature. And cycling. If only i could find somewhere to park my bike.
( oh for fucks sake -Ed )
Anyway, back to Johansen.
‘The reason why I’m doing so well now is that I enjoy where I am,’ he said. ‘I see no reason why I should change clubs. I’m at a club that will win trophies, who have the ambition to play in Europe.’
I’m sure at least one other Scandinavian Celt had that outlook on life as well….
Horrified at the prospect of Johansen staying at Celtic, and even attaining legendary status, STV swung into action…
Ronny Deila admits it’ll be tough to
keep Stefan Johansen at Celtic
Er, yeah, because he’s banging on the door asking for a move…
Ah. STV.
Compare and contrast their Celtic headline, above, with their “Rangers ” headline, below;
Steven Naismith refuses to rule out
Rangers return in the future
Badly written, so that we’re not clear whether its the club that will return, or the player, it’s still a crumb of comfort to the masses. ( Bet they hate being called that even more than Hun )
However, theres still time for a chuckle at the end of the report…
Speaking to the BBC in November, Naismith spoke candidly about his reasons for departing Rangers.
They couldn’t bring themselves to repeat them, though.
I’ll help.
Everyone knows I am a life-long Rangers supporter and so I share in the disappointment and anger of what has happened to the great Rangers Football Club.
“I hope that a successful new Rangers can emerge and wish everyone connected with the new Club, including Mr Green and his consortium, the very best for the future.”
I’m sure they’ll welcome him back with open arms.
Well, I couldn’t use this picture.
Another story caught the eye yesterday;
This is Jack Harper. He is currently on the books, as a youngster, at Real Madrid. So he’s probably quite good.
As the Mirror pointed out in november last year.
Scottish starlet Jack Harper shines
as Real Madrid youngsters claim 4-1 win
over Liverpool counterparts
Scotlands under 19 coach is former Sundrland manager Ricky Sbagria, and he’s left out the youngster from his UEFA Elite League squad, because …
“At Real Madrid, Jack can float all over the place, which he does. But with us he has to be more disciplined.
“He’s an exceptionally gifted lad but we can’t carry him. He can be a luxury sometimes.
“In some cases, if it’s going well, he can be a good luxury. And listen, Jack’s time will come.
“I’ve gone for a physical side and runners. Hopefully I’m proved right in Austria. It’s purely a tactical decision.”
Theres another tactical decision to be made here…
Whoops, thats got an Inland Revenue heading.
Hope I haven’t offended anyone.
It was indeed Tannadice Street in yesterdays picture, the third ground didn’t fool anyone.
And its to Celtic Collectibles on twitter we turn again today.
First, for a wee song…
Tell all the Huns you know.
That they died & became Sevco
Big Guidetti was right
So don’t gie’s yer shite
Yer deid and we know that ye know
And then this picture.. for todays caption competition…
Anyway, I need to go to the doctors now. I used a colander to view last weeks eclipse and I think I’ve strained my eyes.
the Scottish press when asked a question on the liquidation event.
Brilliant diary. You should be on radio with jokes like that, my sides are straining to cope with them. Once and for all ” the HUNS are dead, no more, gone, finished, F.U.B.A.R., and any description you might like to add.the only question left is who owns the burial plot?. Absolute c-nts every last one of them.hh
To sum up todays Diary in 1970’s patter.. Itsa topper so it is.
Excellent read.
Caption:
Ibrox search party sent out to look for Craig Whtes Warchest on Bute
Making some alterations to that Bye Sky logo ie putting the Number on the bottom as suggested 😉
Hopefully those in support will start using it on their Twitter/FB Profiles to raise the issue and gain some support.
By the way the Stills’ idea is superb Ralph.
i worked in the Falklands in 92’and the stills quote was pasted up on a bulletin board in the naafi,we even had a csc down there,wednesday nights 5 aside in the army gym,for some reason they didn`t like our wee sing songs in the sergeants mess.
HH to John”tiger”lyons if he reads this
Caption
Huns day out to the beach,the day we win the treble
huns showing their ass-ets
I was on 23 Sqn in the Falklands in 1988, and thats true, we did call them stills!
You a Field Mouse or a Tin Kicker Tony? 😉
If Ogilvie finished 11th, who the hell finished 12th??
Yer man the under 19s coach with the unpronounceable name should be bagged. That’s why scottish football is light years behind other European countries with eejits like him in charge.
My big mate knows young Harpers dad he used to play junior football with him at neilston. The boys desperate to play for Scotland although he’d qualify for Spain. (Shakes head).
Caption: “We ask former players from former rangers about their EBTs”
” Anybody found that warchest yet?”
HAIL HAIL+
Caption: Season Ticket queue at Ibrox.
Great diary today.
Caption : looks like a bicycle parking lot to me !
So is messi a luxury according the scottish coach with a foreign name, maybe that,s why Mcgeady got overlooked then again maybe not,see there will be a few thousand HUN SCUMBAGS EXTRA IN GLASGOW TODAY SUPPORTING OCCUPIED IRELAND
” Still fans look in desert for wrong NOMAD”
Was McGeady also not asked to play for Scotland, and when Ireland came knocking…
NEVER ASKED AS A YOUTH OR SCHOOLBOY
Celtic restrictions was the suggestion regards youth caps
Ok, I’m asking you now….are you a Tim or a HUN? Personally I say you are the latter, a HUN.
i keep laughing at the john guidetti charge from the sfa. i wonder what neil doncaster would say, especially after his “would do you expect him to do” comment in rep;ly to 40000 huns singing and chanting there sectarian bile.
sfa corrupt. to right they are
Caption : the SFA recruitment process takes place for the fit and proper person approval panel, incumbents need not apply.
Caption. Who ever finds the f-ckin deeds is on a half price season ticket. Hh
Caption…
Dave king hires a team from the square mile to seek out a new NOMAD before deadline.
Rangers fans nicknamed their own Mark Hately “Atilla”, which really makes nonsense of their protestations. Perhaps they were unaware of his place in history. I suppose we should forgive them since they don’t have any history of their own.
Ralph – in an e tims exclusive I can reveal that Lionel Messi has refused to rule out signing for the stills. How long before the red tops hit us with that pish. Good to see you reminding them all about Naisy’s reasons for leaving in the first place. Time for Sashes to Ashes to make a reappearance.
Ralph
What a DDiary!! Laugh a minute or a half hour if you are as slow as me. I am sure it’s your better half that is supplying the humour. Any man that wants to cycle up a fiord just to find an ideal bike stand simply can’t have a funny side. Having said that, the crack looks good.
Photo caption: Still life?
H H
Great read. However I do think that if the word “Hun” causes offence then we should stop using it. It could be argued that the word “Fenian” causes offence when historically it meant an Irish soldier. The actual origins of the word are quite irrelevant if they are used in such a way as to deliberately cause offence and provoke. I certainly know, as i was called a Fenian many a time as a youngster, and as an adult and I didn’t like it although I knew the historical meaning of the word.
If it causes offence, remove it.
Caption: Ostrich Loyal RSC last gasp protest against Mike Ashley’s plans for the Albion Car park
Just catching up – Great read Ralph!