New Boyle Bid?

[WeeRussell]

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It's not inaccurate, which part of it is wrong?

None of it. He just wants you to go and read about the mighty British Empire… for some reason.

[hibby rae]

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A bit of a one sided view. You maybe need to read up on the British Empire a bit more!!

That's a fairly accurate reflection of the British Empire, unless you're Winston Churchill or Niall Ferguson.

[hibby rae]

Good to hear in his Hibs TV interview that he'd like to come back. Could see it was quite emotional for him.

I'm dreaming of a preseason contract in 18 months.

Love that man. Best of luck to him 💚💚

[Mick O'Rourke]

Ooops! Sorry,wrong room.
Did not realise this was the United HibsNet Human Rights Conference.

Be surprised,as others have said,if Martin does the "full contract" over there.
But who knows, it might suit his family lifestyle,assuming all are going.

[ozwoody]

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Bit of whataboutism here, not relevant to a conversation on Saudi Arabia, you don't have to accept s*****y tegimes because others do it. In answer to your question about boycotts. Yes, yes they should.

So where should we boycott? Uk for funding war regime's, so that's most of middle East ruled out. Perhaps African countries that use child Labor that get components for mobile fones and laptops or diamond /tanzanite rings. Asia? That uses child labour to put sports gear on your back. The states? That have no welfare help... where can we visit then?
FIFA and UEFA are a part of these areas,so the SFA is complicit in this, so we should withdraw from the league and cups?

[Crunchie]

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Is his testimonal going to be a sell-out Worldwide tour of the Nou Camp, San Siro, Wembley, Dallas Cowboys, Parc Des Princes, Beijing Birds Nest and Riverplate Stadiums?

Ludicrous comment. Good luck Boyler and enjoy the rest of your life in comfort with a stellar career behind you to be proud of.

In a long line of many ludicrous posts now. This thread will join recent others in being closed down.

[sadtom]

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A bit of a one sided view. You maybe need to read up on the British Empire a bit more!!

Really? REALLY!? 😂 I would take an even money bet with you any day, every day that I’ve read more about it than you.
Please enlighten me on where I have not correctly characterised arguably the most brutal, bloody and murderous ‘Empire’ in human history.

[hibby rae]

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So where should we boycott? Uk for funding war regime's, so that's most of middle East ruled out. Perhaps African countries that use child Labor that get components for mobile fones and laptops or diamond /tanzanite rings. Asia? That uses child labour to put sports gear on your back. The states? That have no welfare help... where can we visit then?
FIFA and UEFA are a part of these areas,so the SFA is complicit in this, so we should withdraw from the league and cups?

Ok, so we can do nothing then and never try to change things for the better. Cool.

If the SFA came out and said they wouldn't go to Qatar if we qualified, as tough as that would be, I'd support that decision.

But I'm not talking about individuals. I'm talking about organisations. Sochi should have been boycotted in my opinion, Qatar should not have been selected. Sports bodies shouldn't go to these places, in my opinion.

[Crunchie]

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Really? REALLY!? 😂 I would take an even money bet with you any day, every day that I’ve read more about it than you.
Please enlighten me on where I have not correctly characterised arguably the most brutal, bloody and murderous ‘Empire’ in human history.

Take a chill pill and save us your personal history knowledge of brutal empires, there's been countless over time and I doubt there's anyone out there who can tell us who was the most brutal.

[ozwoody]

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Ok, so we can do nothing then and never try to change things for the better. Cool.

If the SFA came out and said they wouldn't go to Qatar if we qualified, as tough as that would be, I'd support that decision.

But I'm not talking about individuals. I'm talking about organisations. Sochi should have been boycotted in my opinion, Qatar should not have been selected. Sports bodies shouldn't go to these places, in my opinion.

If the SFA and clubs said they wouldn't buy from manufacturers that used child labour to put replica shirts on our backs ( including Joma) and wouldn't attend any domestic/ world cup /European club championship, I would be all for it.
But as we buy the kits and attend these European/world cup games, we are funding those regime's. So it's up to us to send the message.

[hibby rae]

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If the SFA and clubs said they wouldn't buy from manufacturers that used child labour to put replica shirts on our backs ( including Joma) and wouldn't attend any domestic/ world cup /European club championship, I would be all for it.
But as we buy the kits and attend these European/world cup games, we are funding those regime's. So it's up to us to send the message.

I agree, but I thinkt he main onus is on organisations as they have the real power.

[hibby rae]

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Take a chill pill and save us your personal history knowledge of brutal empires, there's been countless over time and I doubt there's anyone out there who can tell us who was the most brutal.

There will be historians who could give it a damn good, informed go.

It's probably the Third Reich.

Doesn't mean the British Empire wasn't brutal though.

This feels like a Holy Ground topic 😂

[SaulGoodman]

Can anyone give me a list of countries that haven’t done horrible stuff in the past so that I can decide where I’m allowed to go on holiday next?

[flash]

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There will be historians who could give it a damn good, informed go.

It's probably the Third Reich.

Doesn't mean the British Empire wasn't brutal though.

This feels like a Holy Ground topic 😂

You are right to say this belongs in another forum.

Having said that I nominate Stalin.

[Callyballybe]

I didn't realise Al Faisaly play in maroon!? I hope there is some conspiracy involved in which Boyle is actually moving there to ensure their relegation!

[hibby rae]

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You are right to say this belongs in another forum.

Having said that I nominate Stalin.

Bet you wouldn't say that to his face 😉

[ozwoody]

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Can anyone give me a list of countries that haven’t done horrible stuff in the past so that I can decide where I’m allowed to go on holiday next?

Best staying in house and not using any devices!
Although I believe the mongols, Roman empire ( what have they ever done for us?) And aztecs, are probably safe

[ozwoody]

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I agree, but I thinkt he main onus is on organisations as they have the real power.

The power is in the hands of who is the members , I.e the clubs. The clubs are, largely, influenced by the members, I.e the fans.
We don't buy season tickets or merchandise, the club suffers

[hibby rae]

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The power is in the hands of who is the members , I.e the clubs. The clubs are, largely, influenced by the members, I.e the fans.
We don't buy season tickets or merchandise, the club suffers

Only to an extent, and it doesn't apply to a lot of things, in my opinion.

[Mick O'Rourke]

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Bet you wouldn't say that to his face ��

Winston did.. but stll needed him

[ozwoody]

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Only to an extent, and it doesn't apply to a lot of things, in my opinion.

When it comes to football, yes, we have unlimited power as consumers. We are not reliant on TV money as they are down south

[Just_Jimmy]

Stand by what I said earlier. 2.5m plus "add ons" is pish for our best player and it undoubtedly leaves us weaker.

We under sold McGinn and we've under sold Boyle.

I hope as I said, we invest it and get 2 or 3 top players which make us better and more balanced but history tells us that is rarely, if ever the case.



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[GloryGlory]

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Stand by what I said earlier. 2.5m plus "add ons" is pish for our best player and it undoubtedly leaves us weaker.

We under sold McGinn and we've under sold Boyle.

I hope as I said, we invest it and get 2 or 3 top players which make us better and more balanced but history tells us that is rarely, if ever the case.



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Do you know of many clubs who were knocking at the door at ER offering more money?

[SlickShoes]

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Stand by what I said earlier. 2.5m plus "add ons" is pish for our best player and it undoubtedly leaves us weaker.

We under sold McGinn and we've under sold Boyle.

I hope as I said, we invest it and get 2 or 3 top players which make us better and more balanced but history tells us that is rarely, if ever the case.



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He's only worth what someone is willing to pay and both him and McGinn wanted to move, neither of which anyone grudges they served the club well and most are happy with them making their own decisions.

[sadtom]

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I guess you are talking about England? ;)

Essentially yes.
But we can avoid the honest truth that us Scots have been the able and willing bullies gimps. A psychotic Millhouse character if you like.

[sadtom]

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Take a chill pill and save us your personal history knowledge of brutal empires, there's been countless over time and I doubt there's anyone out there who can tell us who was the most brutal.

I’m perfectly chilled.
Its the longevity and global reach of the British empire that sets us apart from all others. No one hold a candle to the Brits when it comes to exporting terror.

[hibby rae]

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When it comes to football, yes, we have unlimited power as consumers. We are not reliant on TV money as they are down south

Again, power only to an extent.

[Glory Lurker]

Knowing it was coming doesn't make it any easier. Gutted! Can't begrudge him an iota of it. What a brilliant servant to the club, great loyalty, a legend.

[hibby rae]

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Winston did.. but stll needed him

They were probably both steaming at the time so got away with it 😂

[Nakedmanoncrack]

Sad day, losing our best player, and for Boyle if he stays there its the end of his club career at any decent level, playing for one of the worst teams in a backwater league, in a near empty stadium, I'm sure he could have got a better move than this, still earning a substantial amount but without effectively retiring in his prime.