PRE-GAME DISCUSSION: Manly vs Storm [Round 1, 2020]

[castle eagle]

found this on nrl.com

Sea Eagles v Storm: Turbo boost for Manly; Tui steps up
AuthorTroy WhittakerNRL.com ReporterTimestampTue 10 Mar 2020, 04:01 PM

Sea Eagles v Storm: Manly 1-17; Asofa-Solomona on bench

Kick-off times, TV times, match info for round 1 game between Manly Sea Eagles and Melbourne Storm

www.nrl.com

i like the final paragraph:

And another thing ...
There have been a series of closely-fought battles between these teams but Manly's 40-0 win over Melbourne back in 2008 broke the record for the biggest winning margin in a grand final. The rivalry between the teams is so big there is a Wikipedia page dedicated to it (and a separate one for the "Battle of Brookvale").

here are the links:

Manly–Melbourne NRL rivalry - Wikipedia

en.wikipedia.org

Battle of Brookvale - Wikipedia

en.wikipedia.org

 

[PONTIAN SEA EAGLE]

If we let these guys throw the ball around we’ll be in trouble.Disciplane & as much repeted sets will be the key.

 

[The Wheel]

found this on nrl.com

Sea Eagles v Storm: Turbo boost for Manly; Tui steps up
AuthorTroy WhittakerNRL.com ReporterTimestampTue 10 Mar 2020, 04:01 PM

Sea Eagles v Storm: Manly 1-17; Asofa-Solomona on bench

Kick-off times, TV times, match info for round 1 game between Manly Sea Eagles and Melbourne Storm

www.nrl.com

i like the final paragraph:

And another thing ...
There have been a series of closely-fought battles between these teams but Manly's 40-0 win over Melbourne back in 2008 broke the record for the biggest winning margin in a grand final. The rivalry between the teams is so big there is a Wikipedia page dedicated to it (and a separate one for the "Battle of Brookvale").

here are the links:

Manly–Melbourne NRL rivalry - Wikipedia

en.wikipedia.org

Battle of Brookvale - Wikipedia

en.wikipedia.org

Kimmorley tipped us - not a good sign. The dickhead can’t pick his nose

 

[Chip and Chase]

Turbo v Papy will be a cracker contest, both exciting runners of the ball.

The key to Melbourne is Munster - shut down his game and you'll go a long way towards winning.

Our pack can match theirs, just depends on how much leeway refs are going to give on the wrestle this year. Hopefully they are primed for an early season crackdown on the ruck strangleathon and we benefit from a penalty count in our favour. If the game flows we are a better chance of winning as that suits our running game.

 

[Mark from Brisbane]

Turbo v Papy will be a cracker contest, both exciting runners of the ball.

The key to Melbourne is Munster - shut down his game and you'll go a long way towards winning.

Our pack can match theirs, just depends on how much leeway refs are going to give on the wrestle this year. Hopefully they are primed for an early season crackdown on the ruck strangleathon and we benefit from a penalty count in our favour. If the game flows we are a better chance of winning as that suits our running game.

And their wingers, don’t forget them.

 

[Chip and Chase]

Addo Carr is dangerous in space and you have to respect his pace, but he's containable. Although Sandwichs one on one defence is pretty poor so that is a worry. Vunivalu is a peanut, million dollar rig, 10c head driving it - hope Horhay has a special lined up for him.

 

[BOZO]

This game will be won like most games are won on the psychological front
The Storm will be flying over Lottoland in their B52's Invading our territory willing to humiliate us in front of our fans and take away our two competition points

This is not just a game of footy . This is war !

We shall defend our Lottoland what ever the cost may be
We shall fight them on our home soil the Northern Beaches
Our fans will cheer us on the the Grandstands and on the Hill
We will fight with passion ,pride , true grit and win at all costs
PRIDE AND REPUTATION IS AT STAKE HERE !!!
WHERE THERE IS A WILL THERE IS A WAY AND
IF WE NEVER SURRENDER THE STORM WILL NOT CONQUER US

 

[pt73]

Bellamy has said he doesn't expect a repeat of the Chambers incident.

Well done Captain Obvious, he doesn't play for you any more.

 

[Eagle thru 'n' thru]

Bellamy has said he doesn't expect a repeat of the Chambers incident.

Well done Captain Obvious, he doesn't play for you any more.

Did Bellamy really say that!? That's one of the greatest der's of history.

 

[maxta]

I think keppie will be our number 3 prop by round 8-10, Parra fans will regret letting him go

This may seem presumptuous , but I had him at 3 after his first game....he has size, power, enthusiasm and an intimidation factor that is perfect off the bench - future rep player imo.

 

[pt73]

Did Bellamy really say that!? That's one of the greatest der's of history.

It was a the title under a video on the SMH site, maybe it was misquoted but funny regardless

 

[Woodsie]

This may seem presumptuous , but I had him at 3 after his first game....he has size, power, enthusiasm and an intimidation factor that is perfect off the bench - future rep player imo.

I had Keppie as our #2 prop after his 2nd game ......

 

[ellakasmar]

Can they please change the forecast for Sunday (((((

 

[Bring back the.... Biff?]

The wait is over.... welcome to the 2020 season! Hooray!

 

[manly al]

Quite a few Manly boys having their first hit out , most are seasoned players so should not take too long to get back into the groove . Need some good direction from D C E naturally , and a must to aim up in defence ., Can "t do much about some anticipated wet conditions [ or slightly ] , playing a still quality side but if they can keep their mistake rate down , should still be in with a real chance .

 

[Luke_m]

I have a very strong feeling that by Sunday the nrl will stop all fans entering stadiums and force teams to play with no crowds

 

[Woodsie]

I have a very strong feeling that by Sunday the nrl will stop all fans entering stadiums and force teams to play with no crowds

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[Mark from Brisbane]

I have a very strong feeling that by Sunday the nrl will stop all fans entering stadiums and force teams to play with no crowds

I have a feeling by Monday the whole season will be suspended.

 

[Mark from Brisbane]

NRL games to be played in empty stadiums after opening round

ARL commission chairman Peter V'landys has promised compensation to clubs for lost match-day revenue.

www.smh.com.au

 

[Mark from Brisbane]

NRL games to be played in empty stadiums after opening round

ARL commission chairman Peter V'landys has promised compensation to clubs for lost match-day revenue.

www.smh.com.au

Anyone think if they do this they’ll call off games and suspend the season ???