Well it's pointless expressing an opinion outside the box, as every time I comment on this passing the thread eventually is binned.
One last comment, isn't the mourning for what is to come.
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Well it's pointless expressing an opinion outside the box, as every time I comment on this passing the thread eventually is binned.
One last comment, isn't the mourning for what is to come.
I think it's safe to say that right after the evening:)Quote:
Originally Posted by wasabi
Caltex Socceroos v Thailand WCQ match details confirmed
Friday, 21 October 2016 - Staff writer
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Football Federation Australia (FFA) today received official confirmation from the Football Association of Thailand that the 2018 FIFA World Cup Asian Qualification match between Thailand and Australia will be played as scheduled at the Rajamangala Stadium, in Bangkok on Tuesday 15 November.
As the match coincides with a period of mourning following the passing of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej, FFA asks all Australian fans attending the match and who are in Thailand to be respectful of the local customs and in particular respect the following requests from the Sports Authority of Thailand:
· Clothing for spectators shall be in polite manner with suggested colours such as white, black, gray and preferably with no designs on them.
· Equipment such as drums, trumpets, flags, megaphones, whistles, cheering sticks and any other equipment will not be allowed to enter the stadium.
· Spectators are not allowed to show any symbols.
· Banners will not be allowed to enter the stadium.
· Fan chants, along with any other activities that are considered joyful, are strictly prohibited both inside the stadium and surrounding areas.
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So, this is the official FFA website, and there has been only 1 reply ... 1 reply, so we seem to care little about the suggested/imposed match conditions.
No-one really likes being told what to do, but I respect Thailand's right to deem what is respectfull to the passing of the King.
We have a minute's silence for a fallen sporting legend at a game, so we understand the principle, just not the magnitude.
IMHO
Lets hope no one scores a goal then.
Should be an interesting match to watch, CTTV watching the crowd for the slightest cheer,and whoosh your gone.
Should get a real good crowd for the match
5555 like watching an opera without singing or music...
Maybe just forfeit...They can't win if they're so unhappy...And if they do, they still can't be happy, or else...
Sorry, in advance, but not to felchers...They know quite well who they are...
For sure he does. But from the impression I have that involves mostly staying at home in a nice house in a gated compound with more than enough firepower on hand to defend it. That's how I lived there too, with the exception of the mostly staying at home part, but once outside the gate there was absolutely nothing like the quality of life (or lack of things that'll do your fucking head in) as I find in Thailand which is why I moved.Quote:
Originally Posted by BaitongBoy
Each to their own though of course, and having family in either place changes things big time. But this isn't the thread to expand further.
I've said it before and I'll say it again: With all this mourning regulation of the sheeple, now is the perfect time for Prayut to decree that speeding, drunk driving, and general recklessness on the roads is disrespectful and thus any infringement will incur major punishment.
Major football match with fairy clapping and no cheering......if the decree is followed, this match will go down in history.
I'm picking ticket sales will be abysmal.
Black makes me look a little slimmer anyway. And all this nonsense reminded me of my favorite track by Depeche Mode which i blasted in the house yesterday.
Damn ignorant Isaanites not behaving in the spirit of "Thainess". Couple married yesterday. Mor lum on stage. The usual drinking and debauchery. Local school kids having their annual football tournament accompanied by much cheering. Nary a person in attendance sporting a picture of the dearly departed. No weeping and gnashing of teeth to be seen or heard.Quote:
Originally Posted by snakeeyes
All in all another example that what happens in Bangkok and surrounds is not the definative declaration of what all Thais do or how they behave.
I went to see the Liverpool match at Rajamangala.
And even though the stadium was largely occupied by fans of the visiting team, the crowd sat there in silence the whole time. It just wasnt their style to shout for their players. I was really surprised.
There was a guy with a full drum kit, so I suspect this stipulation addresses him, it certainly wouldnt be the other spectators, they're virtually mute.
It's much the same don south. A few are wearing black but for the sake of their jobs and the need to earn money, the few tourists that are around will notice very little.Quote:
Originally Posted by Norton
Agreed but it also plays well for the junta that the global media focus only on the capital, where they can easily exert total control.Quote:
Originally Posted by Norton
Not sure how things are playing in the rural south, but friends tell me that recent heavy rains are having a more pacifying effect than anything else.
Mate, not doubting your experiences for a second, however, there is the flip side of the coin.Quote:
Originally Posted by Norton
Deep in the Heart of Isaan ... https://teakdoor.com/thailand-the-roy...he-images.html A different image.
Sort of like going into a Shopping Mall on a Wednesday @ 11am and asking people's opinion on a subject.
You are most likely getting the opinion of non working mother, a shift worker or a kid wagging school. The sample set is predetermined by the location or activity.
The people at the wedding ... same deal ... it's a selective group that is being observed.
But, agreeing with the general conclusion that in Issan (and other parts of the Country) is grieving period is being more casually observed, while in Central Thailand, Bangkok in particular, more closely adhered to.
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Just 2 examples but there are hundreds. I am not at all suggesting there is no observance of the Kings passing but it consists by far of folks wearing black. Few days ago a mourning event was held in Roiet city. Several thousand folks attended with pics of the King. Very much like what is seen in Bangkok but a single event rather than a daily one.Quote:
Originally Posted by David48atTD
Shopping areas such as Central, Big C, Macro, Global House and Homepro are decked with mourning attire but nothing as extravagant as what I see in Bangkok.
Agree. The contrast is striking. While nothing directly due to style of mourning the King it certainly indicates why the divide in politics in Thailand.Quote:
Originally Posted by David48atTD
My Aussie mate's wife's 40th birthday was October 13th..
In no way can that be a good thing, right?...
Time to trade her in on two 20 year olds?Quote:
Originally Posted by BaitongBoy
... I jest
But, just quietly, maybe the King passed before this date ... just saying like, no inside intel, just a feeling.
She's still "marked" on that day, on record...
So every Aussie in that stadium will stay quiet the whole game?
Lets hope they stay away,that really could be a tricky situation to get it to.
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Originally Posted by Norton
Not a surprise really, as a greater percentage of the population are getting on with their everyday lives without reprisals, apologies, or loss of face within their respected communities - despite the surface promoted hypnotic dogma-like propaganda. Might be more of the real reflection of the masses...
This speculative ideal that the country would go into a long reclusive sullen mode is nothing short of fancy.
Showing restraint is an exercise of strength.
Was watching BKK Thai vs Malaysia game last night ( no idea the name of the sport ..just use feet on woven football ). Amazing to watch!!
Started quiet just clapping...by the end cheering. Thais A team won..there are are AB&C teams. Thai B team came out but no sign of Malaysian B team...10 minutes odd then it was announced that Thais win all three sets by default....more cheering...
What happens if the Aussies hit a goal and starts cheering? What are the repercussions? Does the no cheering policy affect only the Thais?Quote:
Originally Posted by DJ Pat
It is, along with their innate resilience. Never known them to be particularly demonstrative, but any event affording the opportunity to show their love for the king will be well attended.Quote:
Originally Posted by GracelessFawn
Outside of their private or public grief, they are always intrinsically realistic enough to know that life must go on.