EPL to play French National Anthem before matches this weekend

[iwasthere1972]

A step too much I think.

Where does it stop?

[Ozyhibby]

They are virtue signalling. Very popular these days.


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[adhibs]

Mental decision.

[Salt N Sauzee]

Too much in my opinion.

[jdships]

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A step too much I think.

Where does it stop?

totally !!

[Steve20]

It's showing a bit of respect. I see no problem with it.

[adhibs]

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It's showing a bit of respect. I see no problem with it.

The whole of england was able to show respect during the international on tuesday. A minute silence at league games this weekend would've been unesecery, cant believe theve topped that and are playing the anthem

[iwasthere1972]

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It's showing a bit of respect. I see no problem with it.

What have they planned for next week? Supporters turning up on bicycles with onions wrapped round their necks.

[Baldy Foghorn]

A number of French player's in EPL.....Problem playing National anthem, not really....Can think of worse things...........

[Bostonhibby]

I dislike the money making machine that is the EPL, but I don't have a problem with this response to an exceptional event, especially as between the two countries involved where there is traditionally a bit of sporting tension. The worldwide exposure of the EPL helps broadcast the message against terrorism around the world in a way that maybe other leagues wouldn't?

[Bishop Hibee]

When a player scores he he will give a gallic shrug of the shoulders.

'I'm more outraged and in solidarity than you' is the cry of the age

[Big_Franck]

That's a bit OTT I think. A minute's silence would have sufficed.

[TRC]

Its an old arguement but will they play Kenyan Palestina syrian etc etc national anthems i think not. Why should one nations people be more valued than others?

[Ozyhibby]

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Its an old arguement but will they play Kenyan Palestina syrian etc etc national anthems i think not. Why should one nations people be more valued than others?

Correct.


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[Onceinawhile]

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Its an old arguement but will they play Kenyan Palestina syrian etc etc national anthems i think not. Why should one nations people be more valued than others?

Because we can't try and convince the public that wasting hundreds of millions by bombing Syria is a good idea based on people far away dieing.

[HibbyKeith]

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Its an old arguement but will they play Kenyan Palestina syrian etc etc national anthems i think not. Why should one nations people be more valued than others?

I get what your saying about other country's that suffer similar acts of terror, but I don't think it has anything to do with value, more a mark of solidarity towards the many French players currently playing in the EPL.

[greenlex]

The world has lost its mind in more ways than one.

[The_Exile]

I'm never convinced when sport and politics mix, not entirely sure it's needed but can see why they're doing it.

[Famous Fiver]

EPL is a different organisation to FA.

Maybe they want to make their own tribute.

Not saying it's OTT or appropriate but might explain why it is being done.

[DH1875]

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A step too much I think.

Where does it stop?

I tend to agree with that.

[jacomo]

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Because we can't try and convince the public that wasting hundreds of millions by bombing Syria is a good idea based on people far away dieing.

Boom.

[pacorosssco]

Football fans going to a game came close to loss of life and sadly innocent concert/restaurant attenders did. I agree tue night correctly recognised events but whats so bad at doing again. Costs nothing and means everything to those who lost loved ones. World in a mess but I think a symbolic jesture. I feel a minutes applause for the the virtue of life would be better if doing again. As a football supporter . Music lover and I love a trip out to eat is it so bad to celebrate those who lost their life doing just that , politics aside. Could have happend anywhere.

[brog]

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A step too much I think.

Where does it stop?

Its understandable to a point given that France is our nearest neighbour but I do find the overwhelming attention slightly off given recent slaughters in Turkey & Nigeria which were hardly mentioned. Additionally while the response of the English fans on Tuesday was commendable, there was virtually no coverage of the fighting in Alicante after Friday's game.

[Thecat23]

Maybe with a lot of French players who play in the Prem they wanted to do something as its the first domestic games since it happened! I'm not that fussed if they do it or not. Certainly doesn't bother me.

[poolman]

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A step too much I think.

Where does it stop?

Maybe if a couple of players get in a spat they should head butt each other in the chest

[EdinMike]

A minutes silence or a minutes applause but to play La Marseillaise before the game. A bit much in my eyes. Hey ho, each to their own.

[HibbiesandtheBaddies]

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Its an old arguement but will they play Kenyan Palestina syrian etc etc national anthems i think not. Why should one nations people be more valued than others?

I suppose it is also in context that France is our closest neighbour, and (recent) ally.

[heretoday]

We are in the age of gestures. We need to be careful we don't overdo them or then they will become empty gestures.

[lord bunberry]

It is quite a catchy tune

[CropleyWasGod]

Aux armes, citoyens.

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