NationStates Jolt Archive

For you that battled in 14 games, looking for the dream of going to a World Cup...

For you that noticed these dreams being destroyed after each loss in the qualifiers...

For you that, after 14 mystical events (football games), didn't qualify for the major event...

There is still something to fight for... glory and honor awaits those who keep fighting... and this is the time for this event... THE CUP OF HARMONY!

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THE TWO EMPIRES - CUP OF HARMONY - 31st EDITION
The Monopoly of Cafundéu - The Celestial Regency of Daehanjeiguk

平和高頗第三十一
閘鈱隊壟斷者大王國 || 大韓帝國

Announcement of the President of the CCFM, Erasmo Carlos Jowenguard:

"Every country, except Oickoidia, knows how it feels to not go to a World Cup. It's really a sad, sad situation, but it's not the end of the world. That's because there will be another chances for you to go, or to return, to participate in a World Cup. But now, let's forget the bad side of the failure in the qualification, and let's think about the Cup of Harmony. Your chance to succeed in a big WCC competition. Twenty-four countries were called, only one will lift the trophy, which is very nice, by the way... although I didn't see it yet, the Emperor put it in a high security room."

"And, of course, the Cup of Harmony isn't an opportunity to just play football. You can buy our products! Look at the names of our sponsors, buy their products, you'll see that they're very good! And, of course, you can do some tourism in Cafundéu and Daehanjeiguk... isn't that nice?"

"Now, to the names of the chosen twenty-four countries. Now that the group draw was made, here are them in their respective groups!"

Cafundéu Groups

Group A
The Supermarket (92)
Magnus Valerius (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13461012&postcount=30) (67)
Jeru FC (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13460734&postcount=28) (44)
Kelssek (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13475413&postcount=95) (50)
Dancougar (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13455115&postcount=9) (58)
Estresse Intenso (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13460673&postcount=27) (36)

Schedule
MD1:
Dancougar x Magnus Valerius - Obelisco Monumental, Lasft
Jeru FC x Estresse Intenso - Aquário Nacional, Submiria
The Supermarket x Kelssek - Estádio Pioneiro, São José

MD2:
The Supermarket x Dancougar - Olímpico Imperial, Lux
Magnus Valerius x Jeru FC - Arena América, Abadia
Estresse Intenso x Kelssek - Estádio Erasmo Carlos Jowenguard, Espinal

MD3:
Jeru FC x Kelssek - Olímpico Imperial, Lux
Dancougar x Estresse Intenso - Estádio Pioneiro, São José
The Supermarket x Magnus Valerius - Aquário Nacional, Submiria

MD4:
Estresse Intenso x The Supermarket - Obelisco Monumental, Lasft
Jeru FC x Dancougar - Estádio Erasmo Carlos Jowenguard, Espinal
Magnus Valerius x Kelssek - Arena América, Abadia

MD5:
Dancougar x Kelssek - Arena América, Abadia
Jeru FC x The Supermarket - Obelisco Monumental, Lasft
Estresse Intenso x Magnus Valerius - Olímpico Imperial, Lux


Group B
Yafalonia and Bazor 2 (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13455332&postcount=13) (53)
Lovisa (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13465504&postcount=49) (33)
Jariss (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13453772&postcount=3) (68)
Rejistania (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13473709&postcount=82) (62)
Acapais (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13454007&postcount=4) (72)
Taeshan (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13454151&postcount=6) (46)

Schedule
MD1:
Acapais x Lovisa - Praça Maior, Cafundó do Juta
Jariss x Taeshan - Presídio, Carandirú City
Yafalonia and Bazor 2 x Rejistania - C-Electronics, Astari

MD2:
Yafalonia and Bazor 2 x Acapais - Toca do Tatu, Central City
Lovisa x Jariss - Maracatuzão, Dunboor
Taeshan x Rejistania - Parque do Sol, Elville

MD3:
Jariss x Rejistania - Toca to Tatu, Central City
Acapais x Taeshan - C-Electronics, Astari
Yafalonia and Bazor 2 x Lovisa - Presídio, Carandirú City

MD4:
Taeshan x Yafalonia and Bazor 2 - Praça Maior, Cafundó do Juta
Jariss x Acapais - Parque do Sol, Elville
Lovisa x Rejistania - Maracatuzão, Dunboor

MD5:
Acapais x Rejistania - Maracatuzão, Dunboor
Jariss x Yafalonia and Bazor 2 - Praça Maior, Cafundó do Juta
Taeshan x Lovisa - Toca to Tatu, Central City


Daehanjeiguk Groups

Group C
Hopeless SC (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13456503&postcount=20) (52)
Blouman Empire (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13455449&postcount=15) (69)
Fujisawan Territories (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13454513&postcount=7) (79)
Beer Served Here (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13455951&postcount=18) (63)
Scotchpinestan (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13463765&postcount=39) (40)
Sel Appa (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13455369&postcount=14) (5)

Schedule
MD1:
Scotchpinestan x Blouman Empire - Emperor Gojong Football Stadium, Hangyeong
Fujisawan Territories x Sel Appa - Sanhaemun Football Stadium, Jinhwangdo
Hopeless SC x Beer Served Here - Goguryeo Football Stadium, Pyeongyang

MD2:
Hopeless SC x Scotchpinestan - Sanhaemun Football Stadium, Jinhwangdo
Blouman Empire x Fujisawan Territories - Goguryeo Football Stadium, Pyeongyang
Sel Appa x Beer Served Here - Munhwa Football Stadium, Hanseong

MD3:
Fujisawan Territories x Beer Served Here - Emperor Gojong Football Stadium, Hangyeong
Scotchpinestan x Sel Appa - Sanhaemun Football Stadium, Jinhwangdo
Hopeless SC x Blouman Empire - Munhwa Football Stadium, Hanseong

MD4:
Sel Appa x Hopeless SC - Emperor Gojong Football Stadium, Hangyeong
Fujisawan Territories x Scotchpinestan - Munhwa Football Stadium, Hanseong
Blouman Empire x Beer Served Here - Goguryeo Football Stadium, Pyeongyang

MD5:
Scotchpinestan x Beer Served Here - Sanhaemun Football Stadium, Jinhwangdo
Fujisawan Territories x Hopeless SC - Goguryeo Football Stadium, Pyeongyang
Sel Appa x Blouman Empire - Emperor Gojong Football Stadium, Hangyeong


Group D
Prux (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13455307&postcount=12) (51)
Green wombat (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13455250&postcount=11) (65)
Violitism (143)
The Pazhujeb Islands (49)
Jasīʼyūn (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13458437&postcount=24) (26)
Krytenia (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13455939&postcount=17) (54)

Schedule
MD1:
Jasīʼyūn x Green wombat - Gwangdong Imperial Sports Complex and Stadium, Gwangju
Violitism x Krytenia - Sanghae National Football Stadium, Sanghae
Prux x The Pazhujeb Islands - King Kim Iljei Memorial Football Stadium, Malnira

MD2:
Prux x Jasīʼyūn - Oromokjei Football Stadium, Oromokjei
Green wombat x Violitism - King Kim Iljei Memorial Football Stadium, Malnira
Krytenia x The Pazhujeb Islands - Gwangdong Imperial Sports Complex and Stadium, Gwangju

MD3:
Violitism x The Pazhujeb Islands - Oromokjei Football Stadium, Oromokjei
Jasīʼyūn x Krytenia - King Kim Iljei Memorial Football Stadium, Malnira
Prux x Green wombat - Sanghae National Football Stadium, Sanghae

MD4:
Krytenia x Prux - Gwangdong Imperial Sports Complex and Stadium, Gwangju
Violitism x Jasīʼyūn - Sanghae National Football Stadium, Sanghae
Green wombat x The Pazhujeb Islands - King Kim Iljei Memorial Football Stadium, Malnira

MD5:
Jasīʼyūn x The Pazhujeb Islands - Sanghae National Football Stadium, Sanghae
Violitism x Prux - Gwangdong Imperial Sports Complex and Stadium, Gwangju
Krytenia x Green wombat - Oromokjei Football Stadium, Oromokjei

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Quarterfinals (seeded draw to determine games):

Game 1 - Maracatuzão, Dunboor
Game 2 - Arena América, Abadia
Game 3 - Gwangdong Imperial Sports Complex and Stadium, Gwangju
Game 4 - Sanghae National Football Stadium, Sanghae

Semifinals:

G1Winner x G2Winner - Praça Maior, Cafundó do Juta
G3Winner x G4Winner - Munhwa Football Stadium, Hanseong

Third Place Match - Emperor Gojong Football Stadium, Hangyeong

Final Match - Obelisco Monumental, Lasft

Schedule:
18/2 - group draw
20/2 to 24/2 - group stage
26/2 - quarterfinals
27/2 - semifinals
28/2 - third place game
29/2 - final

(don't forget to see the bid thread [link in the bottom of this post] for info about stadiums/cities/scorination time/etc)

Welcome to the Cup of Harmony 31!
The Bid Thread - With country/stadium/competition format details (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showthread.php?t=549282)

*confirm Bazorite portion... Yafalonian to come soon (maybe)*

Jariss accepts

Jariss squad
Style -5 (or whatever max defense is)
Lineup 4-5-1



Coach- Leni Banama age 43- Despite the loss of his wife Gia during the tsunami, Leni decided the best way to remember her as well as the others lost was to try to lead the Jariss squad this time around. Though turnout was low he barely managed to field a full squad. Expectations are low this time around for the team, but the fact that they are out there competing is expected to be a rallying point for the country. Listed on team as reserve-D


G- Tali Vindu age 26 (starter) Jariss’ only keeper in its world cup history has fully recovered from injuries which set her out of action for over a year and made it her mission to come back to full form and lead the team from behind once more. Gone is her moodiness after a bad performance as she now believes after what Jariss has gone through losing a soccer match is insignificant in comparison.

G/D- Kia Paru- age 23 (reserve) Due to various reasons it was rather difficult for the team to find a reserve keeper this time but Paru volunteered despite spending most of her time as a defender. However she has served as a keeper a few times which put her way ahead of the rest of the team and grabbed the reserve’s role.

F- Minna Dawo age 28 (starter) Jariss’ all time scoring leader in international play despite barely being in double digits, Dawo also returned after surviving the disaster fairly well compared to her countrymen.

F- Li Chu age 25 (reserve) Chu also returns to the team despite losing his left hand in the disaster. Joking that he was right handed anyway, Chu embodies the resilient nature of the Jarissian spirit and Coach Banama couldn’t turn away such dedication.

M- Joa Giranu age 26 (starter) Being off isle at the time of the disaster, Joa managed to avoid any physical injuries though his family was lost in the disaster. Now playing to honor their memories, Giranu is expected to give it his all this time around.

M- Andre Miware age 38 (starter) A bit old but still willing, the one time tour guide has come back for one last run in the cup. Under normal circumstances he probably would have retired but given the numbers situation he has come back again despite having lost a step due to age.

M- Fae Numuu age 24 (starter) A good passer and ballhandler she is fast enough and flexible enough to play anywhere but has settled in at midfield though in a pinch she could come back to defense.

M- Lou Hitua- age 22 (starter) a freshman at the time of the disaster, Lou gained fame for the way he saved two classmates from certain drowning by diving in and pulling them to safety. Lou was a top swimmer back then and his soccer ability is limited but Coach Banama thought it a good morale boost to put him on the team when Lou showed up at the tryouts. He does posess a strong kicking leg due to his lower body strength as a swimmer.

M- Goa Kitii- age 21 (starter)- sister of Gia Banama, Goa announced that she would be taking her sister’s spot on the team and no one was to argue, least of all her brother-in-law. Goa is fast on her feet and has the basics of the game down. Hopefully that will be enough for her to get by.

D- Fya Panai age 26 (starter) the best defender on the Spiders in her high school days she was a clear choice to make the team when Jariss was announced to be making its World Cup return. The leader defensively, she has fully recovered from the broken leg suffered at the time of the disaster.

D- Goru Lyani age 27 (starter) Goru also avoided the disaster having been playing locally in Errinundera at the time. Returning home, he has donated half of his salary to relief efforts across the island and continues to be active in volunteer work between seasons.

D- Telao Rashi age 34 (starter) A firefighter normally, Telao has grown frustrated that he has not been able to save everyone lost during the disaster and feels the only thing he could do to help more people is to join the team and help bring word of the plight to the rest of the world. His actual soccer knowledge is suspect but his drive to succeed is quite formidable.

D- Riena Querre age 30 (starter) The third out of country playerer on the squad, being overseas doing graduate work in geology and volcanic studies, Riena has also dedicated herself to working towards a better way to predict tsunamis while continuing her soccer playing overseas as well.

D/M- Nia Juilo age 19 (reserve) Nia and her family happened to be making the pilgrimage to ‘The Peak’ at the time of the disaster and being on the highest point on the isle saved them all from certain death. Taking this as a sign that God has spared her for some purpose, Nia believes it is her duty to join the team to help her countrymen though her skill on the field. Despite limited playing time, she has good skills and is flexible enough to cover on both defense and midfield as she refuses to let herself get locked into one specific role on the team.

penalty kickers- 1) Dawo, 2) Giranu, 3) Chu, 4) Vindu, 5) Banama

Choose my goalscorers Yes
Godmod Scoring Events Yes
RP injuries to my players No
Godmod injuries to my players No
Hand out Yellow cards to my players Yes
Hand out Red cards to my players No
Godmod Other Events Y Yes

http://spaam.mrdrake.net/flags/acapais.png Acapais National Football Team


Roster

Goalkeepers
1 - Paul Junxton
22 - Hunchman O'Hare
23 - Aaron Stop

Defenders
2 - Bradly Sample
3 - Derek Sample
4 - Nick Daniels
5 - Kyle Rummy
13 - Bobby Underland
14 - Rex Agitril
18 - Tyler Martin

Midfielders
6 - Pablo
7 - James Fronberry (C)
8 - Zachary McKellar
9 - Henry Paroe
11 - Al Vick Osman
15 - Benjamin Nelson
16 - Jason Wellington
19 - Matthew Amad
21 - Danny Cole

Strikers
10 - Jose Castro
12 - Dave Lugini
17 - Hank Young
20 - Billy Lunder

Starters are numbered 1-11.



Player & Staff Details

Manager - Stephanie Horne
Age: 43
Int'l Caps: 16

1 - Junxton, Paul
Age: 32
Position: Goalkeeper
Current Club: Real Malakoff
Int'l Clean Sheets: 5
Int'l Caps: 16

2 - Sample, Bradly
Age: 22
Position: Defender
Current Club: Holliday FC
Int'l Goals: 0
Int'l Assists: 0
Int'l Caps: 15

3 - Sample, Derek
Age: 22
Position: Defender
Current Club: Elkheart Spartans
Int'l Goals: 0
Int'l Assists: 1
Int'l Caps: 15

4 - Daniels, Nick
Age: 32
Position: Defender
Current Club: Highland Park FC
Int'l Goals: 0
Int'l Assists: 0
Int'l Caps: 14

5 - Rummy, Kyle
Age: 27
Position: Defender
Current Club: Ansonbrough
Int'l Goals: 1
Int'l Assists: 0
Int'l Caps: 16

6 - Pablo
Age: 25
Position: Midfielder
Current Club: Three Rivers
Int'l Goals: 1
Int'l Assists: 2
Int'l Caps: 16

7 - Fronberry, James (Captain)
Age: 31
Position: Midfielder
Current Club: Highland Park FC
Int'l Goals: 14
Int'l Assists: 9
Int'l Caps: 40
Int'l Caps as Captain: 16

8 - McKellar, Zachary
Age: 16
Position: Midfielder
Current Club: Elkheart Spartans
Int'l Goals: 1
Int'l Assists: 0
Int'l Caps: 16

9 - Paroe, Henry
Age: 23
Position: Midfielder
Current Club: Real Malakoff
Int'l Goals: 2
Int'l Assists: 4
Int'l Caps: 16

10 - Castro, Jose
Age: 23
Position: Striker
Current Club: Schulenburg
Int'l Goals: 4
Int'l Assists: 1
Int'l Caps: 14

11 - Osman, Al Vick
Age: 18
Position: Midfielder
Current Club: Elkheart Spartans
Int'l Goals: 2
Int'l Assists: 4
Int'l Caps: 16

12 - Lugini, Dave
Age: 21
Position: Striker
Current Club: Edgewood United
Int'l Goals: 3
Int'l Assists: 1
Int'l Caps: 14

13 - Underland, Bobby
Age: 26
Position: Defender
Current Club: Stinnett West
Int'l Goals: 0
Int'l Assists: 0
Int'l Caps: 5

14 - Agitril, Rex
Age: 19
Position: Defender
Current Club: Yorktown
Int'l Goals: 1
Int'l Assists: 0
Int'l Caps: 10

15 - Nelson, Benjamin
Age: 20
Position: Midfielder
Current Club: Kaufman Wanderers
Int'l Goals: 0
Int'l Assists: 0
Int'l Caps: 8

16 - Wellington, Jason
Age: 27
Position: Midfielder
Current Club: Holliday FC
Int'l Goals: 0
Int'l Assists: 0
Int'l Caps: 5

17 - Young, Hank
Age: 28
Position: Striker
Current Club: Kaufman Wanderers
Int'l Goals: 0
Int'l Assists: 0
Int'l Caps: 3

18 - Martin, Tyler
Age: 24
Position: Defender
Current Club: Lakeside AC
Int'l Goals: 0
Int'l Assists: 0
Int'l Caps: 3

19 - Amad, Matthew
Age: 25
Position: Midfielder
Current Club: Yorktown
Int'l Goals: 0
Int'l Assists: 0
Int'l Caps: 2

20 - Lunder, Billy
Age: 26
Position: Defender
Current Club: Keenshire
Int'l Goals: 0
Int'l Assists: 0
Int'l Caps: 2

21 - Cole, Danny
Age: 17
Position: Midfielder
Current Club: Edgewood United
Int'l Goals: 0
Int'l Assists: 0
Int'l Caps: 2

22 - O'Hare, Hunchman
Age: 22
Position: Goalkeeper
Current Club: Three Rivers
Int'l Clean Sheets: 0
Int'l Caps: 2

23 - Stop, Aaron
Age: 37
Position: Goalkeeper
Current Club: FC Commerce
Int'l Clean Sheets: 0
Int'l Caps: 1

Stats as of 02/14/08


Uniforms

http://i171.photobucket.com/albums/u297/metalmurf/Acapais-Jersey.png



Tactics

Style Modifier = +2

Acapais will generally play a 4-2-3-1



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---------------------Castro-----------------------
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----Paroe----------Fronberry(C)---------Osman-----
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------------Pablo-------------McKellar------------
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----Sample----Danials-------Rummy-------Sample----
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------------------Junxton (GK)--------------------
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Other Information
Acapais (http://ns.goobergunch.net/wiki/index.php/Acapais)
Acapais national football team (http://ns.goobergunch.net/wiki/index.php/Acapais_national_football_team)



Permission Boxes

My opponent, if they RP first, may do the following:
Don't kill my players please.
Choose my goal scorers Y
Godmod Scoring Events Y
RP injuries to my players Y
Godmod injuries to my players Y
Hand out Yellow cards to my players Y
Hand out Red cards to my players Y
Godmod Other Events Y

http://spaam.mrdrake.net/flags/acapais.pngAcapais National Football Team press conference

Jessica: "Hello and welcome to today's press conference for the Acapais Men's National Team. In a moment, Mrs. Stephanie Horne, Manager of the Acapais Men's National Team, will present herself and give you information about this year's team competing in the Cup of Harmony. It is requested however that you save your questions until the end of the announcements. Well, my watch says one o' clock so, without further ado, I would like to introduce to you the manager in Acapais Men's National Team, Stephanie Horne!"

Light Applause

Horne: "Hello everyone. Thank you everyone for coming. My name is Stephanie and I will talk to you about the team that will be traveling to Cafundéu & Daehanjeiguk this summer. We are very excited for this is Acapais's third ever Cup of Harmony competition. Cup of Harmony XXXI will be our next opportunity to bring home an international trophy. By competing in the Cup of Harmony, it should bring more spirit to the already proud citizens of Acapais. Having been eliminated from the World Cup proper was a bit of a let down, however I am certain that we have a chance to finish high this time around.

"Now, because this is our third Cup of Harmony tournament, other countries expectations for Acapais are rather higher. And my expectations for the team are higher than one might expect too. Acapais is a young and inexperienced team with much to learn, but I can say that this is a team with a lot of potential. As nation ranked 73, winning the cup will be a difficult task. That does not mean it is out of our reach. Four groups of six and two qualify for the knockout round in each group. In our group we will have teams ranked between 5 and 92. Their players will be stronger than us, faster than us, and more experienced. None of this means however that we cannot upset these higher ranked nations and take a spot.

"In this tournament we will play a defensive game to try to outlast these nations. With our youth we should be able to beat them as far as conditioning. Offensively we have pace with, Paroe, Castro and Al Vick Osman. Our large goalkeeper is quick has a good positioning coach. All players on the roster are familiar with each other because they all play in the Acapais FA Gold Division. Some players even have teammates the roster.

"Having said all of this, our goal, like the rest of the world, is simple; win the Cup of Harmony. Some of you might call me an optimist, but the members of the Acapan Football Association will do our best to bring home glory.

"Are there any questions?"

Points

Reporter 2: "What will be the best way to get through to the knockout stage successfully?"

Horne: "If we play a solid game and capitalize on opponents mistakes there should be no reason why we can't advance."

Points

Reporter 1: "Stephanie, How will you optimize the speed and skill of Al Vick Osman and Paroe?"

Horne: "We are going to put them wide and as attacking midfielders. Players with their pace and crossing abilities are optimized by sending them to the wings."

Points

Reporter 3: "Will you expand on what you said about 'outlasting' you opponents?"

Horne: "Certainly. Since our team is very young we will have the ability to run at a faster pace for a longer period of time. I have confidence that when we play possession football and good defense, we should be able to make our opponents fatigued."

Points

Reporter 4: "Because we are ranked so low, what advantages and disadvantages do we have?"

Horne: "The disadvantages are that most of our players have never played in a Cup of Harmony and are therefore inexperienced, and that we will more than likely get drawn into a very difficult group. However, all of the nations in the Cup of Harmony are in the same boat we are, they failed to qualify."

Points

Reporter 5: "Why is Fronberry your captain of choice"

Horne: "He has the most club experience for his team Highland Park FC than anyone else on the roster, and he is a natural leader. He is also the last remaining player on the roster that took part in World Cup 35 proper"

Points

Reporter 6: "There is a lot of controversy surrounding the roster you chose. Tell us please why you went with such a young roster when there are clearly older players that play in the AFA."

Horne: "Ah, I was wondering when someone was going to ask me that. The reason is because I want to build a young team for future World Cup competitions. If I put players that are over 30 years old on the roster, then they would only help us for Cup of Harmony 31 and none there after. By selecting young players I can ensure that the team will gain experience not only individually but grow together as a team. Plus I don't want to physically rewrite the roster in four years."

Laughing

Horne: "This concludes the press conference. Thank you all for coming."

After failure in the last 3 cups Taeshan soccer coach jack Rios has been fired and Zeke a former Purple knights player has been hired as his replacement. Note though that the hans ranju team will still be led by Zeke and Goalie Tad Montague. The stell wall as the taeshani defense is known as for its spectacular d has been crippled during the last cup qualifying period. and throughout the Cup of Harmony Defender Jayly Riae and goalie Tad Montague will be on the bench nursing broken legs. Bubba Froalie another former player will now be the assiastant coach.Also note the retiring of middie ashlie Martin and replaced by zekes other son Zeke jr. Who is now not to play in U21.
And the starting lineup is(new team sorta dudes)
Gk Tad Montague #1 captain 25*
LD Jacin Raellis #2 22
CD Jayly Riae #3 28*
RD Matt Rhietuard #4 26
LM Ashton Smyth #6 28
CM Zeke Jr. #14 16
RM Brian Ying Uing #18 22
LS John Kitna #12 28
LCS Ryan williams #10 28
RCS Carsin Palmer #11 32
RS Hele #19 19
Subs
GK Joey Reunion #16 26
D Mike Hones #15 20
D Adelin Riazeo #66 20
S Soco Kennedy #13 24
D A. F. Falcon #17 22
M Ricky Domingo #5 24
M Samay Sanchex #44 20
* Denotes injuries Replaced by falcon and reunion

Manager Zeke Assistant Coach Bubba Froalie
Jerseys Purple Home(all) Away Purple top green shorts
Style Modifier- First time ever not lowest -2 or-3 If mod is down to -5 or to -4 and so on

Starters are bolded and * denotes female player

Fujisawan Territories Shaojin Warriors

Head Coach: Stephen R. Distefano
Assistant Coach: Vajiron Yamutsa

+3 Style Modifier

Goalkeepers
2 Noko Fujimaki* (Tokuzawa)
1 Azumomo Tsukenn (Fujisawan National Men’s Team)
3 Eiji Takamura (Jokata)

Defenders
5 Keiko Shi* (Fujisawan National Women’s Team)
9 Kiyotada Satoh (Okazaki Island)
14 Heiji Serizawa (Akihiro)
22 Motonobu Mizutani (Iwosaka Island)
19 Sudo Kazunari (LAU-Hoji)
6 Suzuki Itago (Hoji Metro)
16 Segawa Gakushi (Hoji Metro)


Midfielders
7 Masumi Matsumara* (University of Hoji (UH)
10 Hirokazu Reizei (Kumanawa)
18 Kitahachi Ozaki (Narasaka)
13 Yasutsugi Takikawa (Hoji Metro)
17 Shinkichi Karasuma (Sanawa)
20 Shizuha Komine* (University of Koshima (UK)
15 Morikuni Kitano (Hoji Metro)

Forwards
11 Nobomitsu Sataka (Shotohama City)
12 Takuji Motoyoshi (Okazaki Island)
8 Naozane Watari (Sapsaki)
4 Zenki Sakurai (Iwosaka Island)
21 Junji Haruguchi (University of Tijuku (UT)
24 Daichi Iwakura* (University of Koshima (UK)

My opponent, if they RP first, may do the following:
Choose my goal scorers Y
Godmod Scoring Events Y
RP injuries to my players Y
Godmod injuries to my players Y
Hand out Yellow cards to my players Y
Hand out Red cards to my players Y
Godmod Other Events Y

*confirm Bazorite portion... Yafalonian to come soon (maybe)*

Mhm. Too lazy to log into that nation to confirm. *wink*

The Kingdom of Dancougar Black Wings
Manager: Pat French (Head Coach, Hazuki State University)
Home Kit: Black shirt with horizontal white stripe, black shorts, black socks with white top
Away Kit: White shirt with black lining on sleeve ends and collar, white shorts with black lining on leg bottoms, white socks
Preferred Formation: 4-5-1 (Style modifier: 0)

Probable starters have been bolded:

G - 06 - Zachary Brandenburg (Sr., Rizzi College)
G - 02 - Peter Hawkins (Sr., Pollock College)
G - 10 - Anderson Price (Graduated, Yuki State - Helmsley)

D - 53 - Tayler Allderdice (Jr., Hayward College)
D - 41 - Brandon Barclay (Sr., Chastain College)
D - 51 - Terrance Dominica (Sr., Vasco College)
D - 55 - Haseo Kanata (Jr., Shiba State University)
D - 64 - Andrew Nance (Graduated, Pollock College)
D - 66 - Kensuke Saegusa (Sr., Amada University)
D - 58 - Tony Travers (Graduated, Yuki State - Helmsley)

M - 84 - Boris Boskov (Jr., Barynsk College)
M - 91 - Warren Carsdale (Sr., Muddy Banks State College)
M - 86 - Kano Futari (Sr., Hazuki State University)
M - 75 - Jon Holmes (Sr., Friedmann College)
M - 92 - Jericho Leyton (Graduated, Chastain College)
M - 33 - Akira Morimoto (Jr., Hazuki State University)
M - 40 - Fred Naylen (Graduated, Aiken College)
M - 80 - Toshiro Sanada (Sr., University of Juusenkitai)
M - 27 - Hikaru Waya (Graduated, Ouran College)

F - 15 - Jeffrey Cale (Sr., Port Royal University)
F - 12 - Hideo Ikeda (Graduated, Hazuki State University)
F - 19 - Ben Wiseman (Sr., Donovan Academy)


Hawkins

Barclay Nance Travers Dominica

Boskov Leyton Holmes
Waya Morimoto

Ikeda


RP Box
Choose my scorers? Yes
Yellow card my players? Yes
Red card my players? Yes
Injure my players? Yes
Godmode injuries? No
Godmode scoring events? No
Godmode other events? No

Prux confirms it's acceptance of a CoH berth.

Team will NOT be the PWF Tam, however.

It is expected that either a squad consisting of either the sentient cheese that appeared at the last CoH or a team of Robotic Ducks will compete. More information later.

STARTERS

GK Rodney Rosenfeld
DEF Kristin Mcculley
DEF Jose Chaisson
DEF Delia Triplett
DEF Roger Siler
MID Edward Ledford
MID Eva Ibrahim
MID Jill Caffey
MID Danica Howes
FOR Claudia Bard
FOR William Diehl

SUBS:
GK Ralph Bing
DEF Johnny Guadalupe
DEF Joanna Hume
MID Phillip Milligan
MID Jeffery Nieves
FOR Mike Sink
FOR Greta O'Bannon (Acting Head Coach)


My opponent, if they RP first, may do the following:
Choose my goalscorers Y
Godmod scoring events N
RP injuries to my players Y
Godmod injuries to my players N
Hand out yellow cards to my players Y
Hand out red cards to my players Y
Godmod other events N

Somewhere in the deep wasteland of the building known as Prux Football Association HeadQuarters...

"Robotic Ducks?? Sentient Cheese?? A Sub shop?? Wrestlers?? Are we even taking this football thing seriously around here?" The President of the PFA asked the comittee.

"Sir, we have an astonishing lack of natural athletic talent in the country. That player we got from Fujisawan Territories, Hirotaka Shibukji, is the only person we have in the country that has played football at such a level. And we can't even use him technically for another 5 years." One of the minore members replied.

"Great. Call back whatizname.. Professor Gearlosse, We'll use the Robotic Ducks, for the CoH. And dammit I want a law passed that makes it mandatory that football is to be played by every child in Prux undert the age of 18!!" The President said.

PRUX'S CoH 31 ROSTER

The Robo-Ducks (a 3-2-3-2 formation, and a +2 modifier)

Head Coach: Professor Gearlosse

GOALKEEPER: Dizzy Duck
DEFENSE: Quacky Duck, A Flack Duck and Dougal Duck
SWEEPERS: Cheapie MacDuck and Frugal MacDuck
MIDFIELD: Jumbo Duck, Mumbo Duck and Dumbo Duck
FORWARDS: Speedy MacDuck and Quickie MacDuck

Reserve: Backup Duck

Football Association of the International League of Yafalonia and Bazor 2, unofficially it is also known as Football Association of the International League (FAIL), but as Football Association of the International League of Yafalonia and Bazor 2 is too weildy, most people just call it FAIL.

FAIL's HARD Inter-International Team is Headed up by Yafalonia's Narin Valandar, and Bazor 2's Bob Tresgovsken.

It's Current Coach is: Edward the Cockroach

Foward - Racheal Kneal(Bazor 2) - Rachael is known for her goal celerbrations, they leave alot to the imagination as she somehow makes people think she'll whipp of her top with-out ever doing so.

Forward - Alerian Doriak (Yafalonia) - He's rather abrasive and rude - he gets involved in lots of fights with referees, as well as with his managers, and his fellow players, and his fans, and those women who all want him very much, and his parents (though he regrets those), and his gardeners, and his pet bunny rabbit (he's named it Bunnicula), and you get the idea.

Midfield - Daris Caollan (Yafalonia) - He's actually the governor of a province in Yafalonia and Bazor 2 - he's a politician and has run for office. In fact, the only reason he's even got on the team is because he managed to start a petition and pressure the government, and do all kinds of things like that.

Midfield - Raethar Vanlaez (Yafalonia) - Caollan's running mate. He spends his free time as a male model.

Midfield - Frederick Hammerstead(Bazor 2) - Not afraid to get dirty, Frederick is never clean, infact somehow he manages to damage almost anything he comes in contact with.

Midfielder - Johnson Wolgenager(Bazor 2) - Wears glasses on field, he isn't blind or needs them, but he blieves they make a fashion statement as well as "You nerds, you can a soccer hero too." However it seems the amount of nerds actually being at soccer is, low, very low indeed, but that doesn't stop them virtually simulating soccer online.

Defender - Umar Ventrarar (Yafalonia) - Big, tough, and stupid. He's pretty much your prototypical center defender. What he can't knock down, he runs over.

Defender - Barelien Koliensar (Yafalonia) - Less big and less tough, but he's still pretty stupid. Instead of trying to run things over, he tries to "surreptitiously" knock people down, resulting in a lot of fouls and a lot of cards from the referees.

Defender - Delorad Karhadoris (Yafalonia) - Much bigger, much tough, and a lot less stupid. He's pretty much the best defender on the squad, since he's actually good at knocking people down and taking the ball away. Plus, as an added bonus, he can actually pass a bit, too.

Defender - Harry Delany (Bazor 2) - Harry, is oddly very long, he stands 211cm (7' 3") perhaps more at home in the basketball ring, his long legs make for great control of the ball, and greater talking range as well.

Keeper - Graham Noh'arms(Bazor 2) - Graham is notable in the team for the lack of arms, apparently after an altercation with King Arthur in which he lost his arms (claiming it was only a flesh wound). Graham gave up hs job as the black knight and started playing football. "You don't need arms for football!" That's his famous quote, however one might argue you need arms for being a goalie.

RP Permisions. Everything allowed. GODMODING ENCOURAGED FOR HUMOUR!

Sel Appa National Football Team
The Turtles / Les Tortues
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FFSA President: Sharon Eiboln
Coach: Estevez

Goalkeepers:
24 Mongke BOKEGALBAATAR
25 Anastasia VADOV

Defense:
26 Karli RENGEL
39 Angus KAHN
40 Sid PLANK
41 Ashley SEAL
42 Nara BURTON

Midfielders:
31 Natalie DUBROV
32 Dzheighcymn GHOTIOLO
34 Mish VASOU
43 Nathan KOLTS
44 Hannah BARI
45 Bill Schmidt

Strikers:
35 Karl GEPARDO
38 Klarence MORREAU
46 Lenny NKUMA
47 Flavio TARTARUGA
48 Karisi KOPEL

Format: 2-3-5

Gepardo Nkuma
Tartaruga Morreau Kopel

Ghotiolo
Kolts Vasou

Plank Burton

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My opponent, if they RP first, may do the following:
Choose my goalscorers Y
Godmod Scoring Events N
RP injuries to my players Y
Godmod injuries to my players Y, nothing major
Hand out Yellow cards to my players Y
Hand out Red cards to my players N
Godmod Other Events Y

Style mod: +5

Bios:
Coach Estevez is a World Cup veteran who is a former forward for the team from World Cups 30 to 36. He scored almost half of the goals for the team and was its captain. Estevez replaces Ten-Cup coach Charles DuPont, who resigned amid Sel Appa's failure to qualify for the 39th World Cup. Estevez plans to bring on-pitch experience and credibility to the team, as well as new ideas. He has this Cup of Harmony to test out his plans for the Turtles and see if they work as he tries to deliver Sel Appa's first international title.

GK Mongke Bokegalbaatar is one of the new recruits for Sel Appa's national team. He is a huge 155kg behemoth that can easily stop a ball dead in its tracks with his large, meaty hands. He does not wear gloves, finding them uncomfortable. Despite being so large, he is quite nimble and can easily get from one goalpost to the other.

GK Anastasia Vadov is a well-known female goalkeeper. She claims to have the longest armspan in the nation, which will make her an excellent substitute.

DF Karli Rengel is considered one of the best defenders in Sel Appa. She was quickly chosen as soon as females were allowed on the team because of her skill. Her quick-thinking mind will enable a solid defense that should stop many attacks in their tracks.

DF Angus KAHN is a strong and able defender cut from the same cloth as Mongke Bokegalbaatar. Although, not quite as large, Kahn still has the mass and strength to make a capable defenseman.

DF Sid PLANK is a lesser-known footballer from the deep interior of Sel Appa. Nevertheless, he is a remarkable defender with fast, but accurate legs that ensure that the ball is sent back to where it came from (unless it come from the Sel Appan goal).

DF Ashley SEAL

DF Nara BURTON

MF Natalie Dubrov is the daughter of former striker Alan Dubrov. She takes much after her father, especially her love of football. She works hard to ensure swift connections from the defense to the offense.

MF Dzheighcymn Ghotiolo is Sel Appa's attacking midfielder, who often acts like a forward. He scores a lot more often than the average midfielder and should probably be positioned among the forwards.

MF Mish Vasou is the son of former defender Kash Vasou. Like his father, he was born and raised in the Natives Province and brings Native talent to the national team. He has quick, strong legs that do him well.

MF Nathan KOLTS

MF Hannah BARI

MF Bill Schmidt was born and raised in East Filotelvea. He spent most of his days on a playground--chilling out, maxing, and relaxing all cool and playing some footy outside of the school. One day, a couple of guys, who were up to no good, started making trouble in his neighborhood. He got in one little fight and the ref got scared. He said "You're going with your auntie and uncle to the National Team." He is a stable midfielder who provides good connections when needed and is known to score every now and then.

FW Karl GEPARDO is probably the fiercest attacker in the nation. He has been known to knock down defenders just to get a shot in. He has a large deck of yellow and red cards that he admits he'll probably add to.

FW Klarence MORREAU is a lesser-known player, but has all-around abilities as a more deep-lying forward that delivers well to the main strikers. He hasn't seen much play, but does contribute well when needed.

45 Lenny NKUMA is a quick and agile striker with a large record of goals. He is known to score many, often equalizers and winning goals. He plays well and can tag-team with almost anyone--one of his best skills. His abilities to break through the defense are renowned across the nation and it is not a surprise that he made the team.

46 Flavio TARTARUGA is the son of Cafundean immigrants and a remarkable striker who brings the great football blood from Cafundeu to Sel Appa. He is expected to be a key part of the Turtles' attack plan, being well-known for surprise goals.

47 Karisi KOPEL

FOOTBALL FEDERATION OF BLOUMANY

The Football Federation of Bloumany (FFB) accepts the invitation to the Cup of Harmony and advises all parties of the team to take into the Cup

Manager: Luke Danner, As manager for three teams he has won 2 Champions league titles, 4 FFB Cups as well as 9 league titles
Assistant managers: Kane Gronron and Frederick Donald
Physio: Bradly Holdings


Goalkeepers

#1. Henry Burner (GK) (28) Considered to be the greatest goalkeeper in the history of Blouman football
#23. Johnathon Marton (GK) (24)
#31. Jason Old (GK) (31)

Defenders

#2. Sam Kiamar (SW) (25) (Captain) Good Sweeper as well as great leadership qualities can regain morale within a losing team and has managed to be able to motivate the team to win in these situations
#3. William Walker (CD) (22) Excellent defender can play right across the back line and is very fast
#4. Ahron Bricker (LB) (27) Great Defender with a proven record, he has strong tackle and is able to close down on attackers with ease.
#5. Richard Moaninton (RB) (20) Only played for his clubs top team for one year but has already wowed fans with his defending abilities, a player who can stave off attacks down the right wing.
#41. Adam Issacs (LCB) (23)
#37. Sam Killner (RCB) (25)
#25. Leonard Clappis (CD) (21)

Midfielders

#6. Steven Holdings (CM) (23) Strong midfielder extremely fit and able to run from one end of the field to the other and can quickly change from attacking mode to defensive mode.
#7. Alexander Lightfoot (LM) (27) Able to bamboozle opposition midfield with fancy footwork and good skills he can quickly read the game of play and adjust to suit, he does however play defensively
#8. Johnathon Flimar (RM) (21) Uses the right side of the field well and can move up and down it with ease, a fast player who is dangerous in corner kick situations with his excellent heading ability and has great crossing skills
#88. Lord Jason Konogger (CDM) (22)
#30. Christopher Notting (CAM) (26)
#20. Kane Localman (LCM) (24)
#35. Maximillian Granis (RM) (28)
#49. Thomas Noble (CM) (27)

Forwards

#9. Christopher Speed (CF) (18) Teen prodigy fast, excellent shot, plays the centre forward position well, began playing for his team in their top team at the age of 16 years and 5 days and is the youngest player in 101 years to debut at this level, loved by the media due him playing with the ball well and can produce goals from the most unlikely positions, every boy wants to be him and every girl wants him
#15. Anthony Williams (ST) (27) Excellent Striker can find the back of the net more times then not, and with good ball skills can turn defenders inside out as he moves through players to get a clear shot in the penalty area, dangerous in these situations
#11. Jack Junkson (ST) (24) (Vice Captain) Good striker with near pinpoint accuracy on goal while not particularly fast being strongly built and with a wide frame he can charge through smaller players who dare to go up against him
#10 Martin Fox (ST) (20)
#19. Johnathon Seltard (LS) (25)

Uniform

Home Uniform:Shirt, Red horizontal band on top and bottom quarter, thin royal blue horizontal band underneath top red band, thin green horizontal band above bottom red band and in the middle a gold horizontal band. Shorts, Black with thick white stripe down either side. Socks, Red
Away Uniform:Shirt, White. Shorts, Black with thick white stripe down either side. Socks, Royal Blue

Style Modifier: +.5
Formation: 4-3-1-2 Defenders in diamond.
Those which have a short bio are starters.

My opponent, if they RP first, may do the following:
Choose my goalscorers Y
Godmod scoring events Y
RP injuries to my players Y
Godmod injuries to my players N
Hand out yellow cards to my players Y
Hand out red cards to my players N
Godmod other events Y

ANNOUNCER: Sportscenter... brought to you by Tap Water. A refreshing truth in advertising!

KENNETH: With World Cup qualifiers now over, the summer is ready to heat up as attention turns to the host nations for a month of enticing matchups, epic storylines, and brilliant goals. For the rest of us... there's the Cup of Harmony. The Gameday crew have been kind enough to share their wisdom, and they join us now to talk about where the Wings fit into the picture. Guys?

(Another studio)
JAKE: Thanks Ken. Jake Matthews, Dee Torso, Dirk Spiceroad. It's the "other" tournament for the world's elite, or at least those who are on the way. The Cup of Harmony is nothing to just brush aside, though. It's summer ball however you slice it, and it counts in the rankings. Let's start with the biggest storyline out of Black Wing camp... Pat French finally changing it up!

DEE: This was confusing to me, and only because in his press conference yesterday, Pat French went against everything he preached for the past few months of qualifying. As early as day two, right after that opening match, people were telling him to experiment more, use more of his attacking options. He stuck to that four four two, kept his lineup set in stone, and now he's made a few big changes. Four five one, Waya replaces Cale, and Dominica now starting on defense. Why did he wait? I don't know.

DIRK: I agree that he waited too long, but he did want some time to evaluate his options. Obviously he's decided that for tournament time, he wants to play a little more aggressively, since the margin for error really goes down. And if they're going to stick around, they need offense. What I like about this is that it gives Dancougar more guys in the midfield, and that might open the game up a bit. One of the big problems they had during qualifiers was that they weren't controlling the ball, they weren't hitting their passes, so they weren't really able to develop anything offensively. I think by bringing in someone like Hikaru Waya, who has demonstrated before that he can perform in the clutch, you give yourself options that Jeff Cale, who was mostly silent up front, wasn't able to provide.

DEE: That's a good point. The two of them, him and Morimoto, that gives Dancougar a decent threat on both wings. With Akira was out there by himself, it was easy to key him up and take him out of the game. Boskov only ventures forward now and then, and Holmes was never really an attacking threat. If you've got Leyton feeding those two the ball, and Ikeda getting a blank check up front, he has the ability to slide around and find open space.

DIRK: And it's defense, too, if you can keep men in the midfield and still be able to drop two or even three guys back in an emergency. One of the things that we found out was that teams with superior mobility had an easy time breaking down the Wings' back line. With Dominica coming off the bench for Saegusa, the team's speed goes up a bit, and that might give them a chance to avoid going down early.

JAKE: And you have to say it - the neutral field can only help their chances. Now, let's take a quick look at the other teams. Not everyone has formally accepted their invitations, but quite a few familiar faces. Taeshan and Hopeless SC from our group are slated to make an appearance. Taeshan are already shaking things up, as star player Zeke has taken over managerial duties, and his son accepting the call to the senior team.

DEE: Ah, but all eyes will be on Sel Appa. The Turtles. The highest ranked team to miss a World Cup, they drew Ad'ihan on the last day and an international scuffle has followed. They're the early favorites for the Cup of Harmony for all the obvious reasons, but it gets clearer in my mind when you look at the intangibles. This has been a huge blow to their pride. I think they're going to come into this thing angry and unleash absolute hell on anyone they play.

DIRK: Definitely, Dee, people will be watching the draw closely, they do not want to be in that warpath.

JAKE: We'll keep you posted as other nations come and go, but for now, back to Ken and Scott in the studio.

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Godmod away. Just...try not to kill anyone; that’s my job, K?
STYLE: +2
Krytenia Aces: 2090 Cup of Harmony Edition

THE MANAGEMENT

Managers: Adam TOIVONEN (32, P/M)
Assistant: Nick GUERET (38)
Coaches: Terry DAUPHOISE (51), Eric KRISTOFFERSON (46), Malcolm VEUXAN (40)

THE SQUAD

GOALKEEPERS

1. John IBANEZ (29, GK, Avidia City)
Caps: 21 Goals: 0

13. Michael MAZZACANE (25, GK, Stanton Town)
Caps: 1 Goals: 0

20. Adam TOIVONEN (32, GK, Emberton Reds)
Caps: 9 Goals: 0


DEFENDERS

3. Darren GIBERNAU (28, RB, Avidia City)
Caps: 26 Goals: 0

18. Tom RYDELL (25, RB, Emberton Reds)
Caps: 1 Goals: 0

5. Steven SPARROW (30, CB, Secklow) (capt)
Caps: 25 Goals: 1

6. Carl MANINGA (20, CB, Ellisham)
Caps: 3 Goals: 0

12. Peter POJENCIC (23, CB, Casuals Osteria)
Caps: 14 Goals: 1

15. Jonathan SVALBERG (26, CB, Patriots Emberton)
Caps: 12 Goals: 0

2. Chris WORVELL (24, LB, Norton)
Caps: 28 Goals: 0

22. Ian MPENZA (28, LB, Avidia United)
Caps: 1 Goals: 0


MIDFIELDERS

10. Robbie TAYLOR (30, RM, Dereapolis City)
Caps: 25 Goals: 2

14. Qayam ISSERSON (26, RM, Bromham Mercia)
Caps: 9 Goals: 1

4. Oliver McDONALD (30, CM, Ousevale Borough)
Caps: 14 Goals: 0

7. Steve ASQUITH (29, CM, Caledon Simpson)
Caps: 27 Goals: 2

8. Gerry LUZHMANOV (20, CM, Patriots Emberton)
Caps: 2 Goals: 0

19. Casper MAKASELE (27, CM, Avidia United)
Caps: 4 Goals: 0

11. Thomas OBADELE (25, LM, Bradwell Saints)
Caps: 20 Goals: 1

23. Carl SARSON (19, LM, Bletcham Devils)
Caps: 2 Goals: 0


FORWARDS
17. Raphael KENNEDY (23, CF, Stanton Town)
Caps: 28 Goals: 18

9. Mark LUCAS (30, CF, Bletcham Devils)
Caps: 20 Goals: 5

16. Carl LISMOND (26, CF, Everton Reds)
Caps: 13 Goals: 4

21. David ANDREYEV (31, CF, Casuals Osteria)
Caps: 3 Goals: 0


Likely Starters:
Toivonen
Gibernau – Sparrow – Pojencic – Worvell
Taylor – Asquith – McDonald – Obadele
Kennedy - Lismond

Subs: Mazzacane, Rydell, Svalberg, Mpenza, Isserson, Luzhmanov, Lucas
Reserves: Ibanez, Maninga, Makasele, Sarson, Andreyev

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Beer Served Here to Participate in Cup of Harmony

BREW CITY - Following a performance in World Cup qualifying that included posting a better than expected 5-2-7 record and contending for a qualifying spot until matchday 12, Beer Served Here is enthusiastic about its chances in the Cup of Harmony tournament.

"We surprised a few people in World Cup qualifying and showed that we have the potential to become a football powerhouse in the future," said team manager Bill Krabonchanski. "Hopefully we'll have a good showing in the Cup of Harmony and maybe even bring hope some hardware to Beer Served Here."

The team, led by veterans Fabio Restivo at striker, Oden Samuelsen at defender and Steve Beck in the goaltender position, will play a style that encourages tough physical play on defense, with a "fly to the ball" mentality that opens up opportunities for turnovers and quick turnarounds to the offensive side of the pitch. Restivo said that there is no reason to believe that Beer Served Here can not be competitive in this tournament.

"We feel strong as a team and are ready to go out and show the world what kind of football Beer Served Here plays," said Restivo.
Roster

G - 01 Steve Beck
G - 08 Adam Busch
G - 09 Jose Alvarez

D - 24 Fred Miller
D - 28 Rob Antonucci
D - 31 Oden Samuelsen
D - 35 Diego Blanco
D - 38 Greg Weiss

M - 10 Ryan Smithwick
M - 17 Dan O'Hara
M - 21 Klaus Ludwig
M - 25 Pierre Joliet
M - 33 Paul Klinker
M - 41 Ralph Kzryzenski
M - 44 Ivan Nobokov
M - 45 Terry Swain

S - 16 Fabio Restivo
S - 20 Pete Bailey
S - 34 Rico Hernandez
S - 51 Ziggy Mycanos

Manager - Bill Krabonchanski

Home Uni - Alternating green and white vertical stripes on jersey, green shorts, green socks, black boots.
Road Uni - Solid green jersey, white shorts, green socks, black boots.
Alternate/third Uni - Solid orange jersey, green shorts, green socks, black boots.

OOC: Allow all RP types

Style Modifier: -2

LARSON NAMED WANDERERS CAPTAIN

Despite a disappointing World Cup 39 qualifying campaign, Head Coach Thomas Larson announced yesterday that the captain's armband would officially be worn by inner midfielder Wally Milton. Larson stated that he was impressed by the leadership and coolheadedness that Milton showed during the Wanderers struggles during World Cup 39 qualifying, and his hard work to try to get his team wins. It is expected that Milton will continue his leadership in the offense as well as the defensive presence he provides.

Hopeless SC plays -5, extremely defensive soccer

If my opponent RPs first, they may:
Name my goalscorers: Y
Godmod scoring events: N
Godmod other creative events (including injuries): N
Injure my players: Y (nothing too serious, unless permitted by me)
Give out yellow cards to my players: Y
Give out red cards to my players: Y (max one per match)


Hopeless SC Wanderers

Soccer Academy Administrator: Brian Peterson, 65
National Team Head Coach: Thomas Larson, 74 (overall record 13-18-12 as coach)
National Team Assistant Coach: Greg Miller, 55
Trainer: Sarah Armstrong, 46
Goalkeeping Coach: Andrew Stoll, 53


GK: Radar “Magnet Hands” Green, 22*
GK: Arthur Park, 20
WB: Brad Marshall, 21*
WB: Mark Field, 23*
WB: Ron Matthews, 18
CD: John Anderson, 24*
CD: Tim Paulson, 23*
CD: Matt Walker, 23*
CD: Chad Carter, 25*
CD: Adam Brown, 22
CD: Jamie Winters, 21
W: Kyle Williams, 27*
W: Antonio Hall, 22*
W: Dale Carpenter, 16
IM: Wally Milton, 24*
IM: Larry Marks, 21
F: Burt Larkin, 20*
F: Paul Corner, 28

*-starters

I'm in. I may or may not be changing my player... It depends on how something turns out as I finish writing stuff for the first part of the World Cup thread... If it does change though, I won't have more than a two player team...

As you all know tad Montague has been co-captains with zeke since taeshans first cup run. Well with zeke as the new coach tads new co captain will be the oldest player on the team Carsinb Palmer. With carsin announcing this to be his last type of cup(except if we had an oldies all star game)It is expected this was to send him out with glory Having the St. Zellefrow of Atlantea Medal to keep. His replacement will most likely be young star brian ying Uing are old bench leadere now starter.(he just needed a bit of starting experience before he got captaincy)

BILL: Pardon the interruption, but I'm Bill Harbough. Jack, professional footballers from Dancougar, what do you say to that?

JACK: I'm Jack Marengue. Are you sure they aren't Bostopians that burrowed over and popped out of the ground?

(Title screen as they yap.)
BILL: Come on, they resurrect, like, one team, and suddenly you think they're going to sprout out of the Earth like in "Jason and the Argonauts."

JACK: At least they're not zombies like some people say, they're actually rather capital chaps.

(Studio)
JACK: Welcome to PTI, boys and girls, today Harbough and I talk about cockroaches, one-man teams, and the most self-depreciating post-match reports any football association has ever put together. But we start with the big news out of the Black Wing camp. Last night, we learned that for two players, the upcoming Cup of Harmony could very well be a dress rehearsal for this fall, as Hideo Ikeda and Brandon Barclay have apparently been signed by America and Pernetas EC of the Cafundeu first division. Ikeda, at 23, is the team's leading scorer in international play, and Barclay, 21, will graduate before the Cup of Harmony begins. Harbough, while this is exciting news for these two young men, it was definitely unexpected.

BILL: Yeah, especially since these guys will be getting a late start in professional football by most standards. Now, the clubs that scouted them, only middle-of-the-table sides in the Cafundeu first division. At the same time, though, it's the Cafundeu first division. It's a country with tremendous appreciation and love of football, the competition is intense, and even if they're just used as late-game subs, it's great experience, and a chance for them to really grow out their game. And they can bring that back home and help the young guys when the next class comes through.

JACK: What worries me, though, is that Ikeda has really struggled outside of the Baptism of Fire. He only got a handful of goals in qualifying, against top international players, he wasn't able to adapt to the speed and strength of the opposing defenses. Playing overseas, he's going to see a lot more of that. It's not going to be like in college where he could run around unmarked for half the game, he's going to have to step it up quickly. Maybe the scouts see something we don't.

BILL: He has gotten a lot of criticism, and hasn't deserved all of it, but it might motivate him in this Cup of Harmony, where he'll need to perform or else the Wings will be going home early. With Barclay, though, I think I can see what interests Pernetas. He hasn't given up too many big plays at the back, his speed is pretty good, his reflexes are above average. When he had five or six attackers all pounding away at once, he was overwhelmed, the whole line was, and that's understandable. But Jack, French wanted to bench him for this tournament, at least at first, and let him rest. He was going to swap in Dominica, but when this deal came down, the national board stepped in and forced French to pencil him back into the lineup. This is the first time they've thrown their weight around.

JACK: And I think they need to. They're realizing that as Dancougar raises its profile on the international level, some of its players might become prime targets for other leagues seeking talent. We don't have a league for them to come back to, and it's much cheaper to pay a small fee to a football association for a player coming out of college than it is to lure away a pro from another team. Now, the details of this deal have not been disclosed, but the board has said that the money will go into the development of a full-fledged football association for overseeing the game in Dancougar, so we can assume it wasn't a trivial sum. Probably not a great one, either, but nevertheless - the economics of the game are not suited for the economic model of this country, and it's best to get it right now.

BILL: What effect this will have on the team itself remains to be seen, but it will be interesting to see if anyone else has landed on somebody's radar. We move on, now, to the World Cup draw held earlier today...

http://www.thirdgeek.com/ns/worldcup/graphics/flags/36/JSY/ 자스연 (Jasīʼyūn)

Nickname: 혜성즈 (Hyesūŋjī)
Formation: 4–4–2, attacking
Style modifier: +φ
Flag: red with the 자스연 (Jasīʼyūn) logo in the center (image of flag (http://www.thirdgeek.com/ns/worldcup/graphics/flags/plain/JSY/), Spaam-style flag icon (http://www.thirdgeek.com/ns/worldcup/graphics/flags/spaam/JSY/))
Three-letter abbreviation: JSY
Kits:
http://www.thirdgeek.com/ns/worldcup/kits/JSY/39/
http://www.thirdgeek.com/ns/worldcup/kits/JSY/39/alt/

Roster
(starters in bold)
Manager: 주소성 (Ju So-sūŋ) (age 44, 두산토 모자이크즈 Dusanto Mojaʼikījī)
The new manager has completely revamped the squad for the Cup of Harmony, picking out the Capitalizt Élite League’s top youth prospects to join some of the more experienced players.

Forwards
02: Edna Gordon (age 18, High Mountain Buffalo)
03: Abúndio Buëglo (age 19, Jamaica Giants)
13: Nickolas Neukäufer (age 23, Carter FC)
14: Felipa Uölfa (age 24, Penders [Cafundéu])

Midfielders
Right
07: Alejandro Marugano (age 21, South Coast United)
18: Tino Liener (age 18, Qidade Savana)
Center
05: 장현식 (Jaŋ Hyūn-sig) (age 18, 두산토 모자이크즈 Dusanto Mojaʼikījī)
06: Daniëla Zurita (age 23, Qidade Savana)
16: 권기교 (Gwon Gi-gyo) (age 26, High Mountain Buffalo)
17: Marc Atkinson (age 18, South Coast United)
Left
04: Hunter MacDonald (age 19, Qidade Savana)
15: 류이소 (Lyu ʼI-so) (age 21, Carter FC)

Defenders
Right
11: 췌재룡 (Çwe Jā-lyoŋ) (age 20, Jamaica Giants)
22: Alio Moráleso (age 19, Carter FC)
Center
09: Benjamin Mitchell (age 18, South Coast United)
10: Maureen Britt (age 23, New Haverford Albion)
20: Katie Jennings (age 20, Qidade Savana)
21: Carrie Miller (age 28, High Mountain Buffalo)
Left
08: Γιὰννης Χρουσαλά (Giànnīs Chrousalá) (age 20, SC Lasft [Cafundéu])
19: Isaiah Hall (age 20, High Mountain Buffalo)

Goalkeepers
01: Jack Bennett (age 22, South Coast United)
12: 광혜산 (Gwaŋ Hye-san) (age 21, Naquada Falls Demons)
23: Jorja Logambina (age 17, Humai Titans)

Group draw to be made tomorrow. First round will be played on 20/2.

New Coach Chosen for Turtles
After minimal deliberation in the FFSA Board, former star striker for the team, Estevez, was nominated for the position as coach of the national team. He accepted the offer and was formally hired at a ceremony later. Estevez had been widely stated as the most likely choice to succeed Charles DuPont. Someone with international experience was needed, along with popularity, and credibility. Estevez has all three and more.

He brings a new face to the team and a new direction after DuPont's 10-Cup tenure. Being an actual player, specifically captain, he knows the intricacies of football better than many. He also has experience leading the team on a more direct level. He played for Sel Appa from its debut in the World Cup 30 qualifiers until retiring after World Cup 36 and scored almost half their goals. He did not participate in the Turtles spectacular run all the way to Third Place in World Cup 37 that catapulted the team to international acclaim. Since then, the team and nation have dropped in prestige: failing to qualify and losing a bid to host the Cup of Harmony.

His popularity is indisputable. He is well-liked by many and admired by all. He is, by far, the most popular Sel Appan player with many a fan sporting "Estevez 20" jerseys. The jerseys have far outsold any other with a market share of bout 62.55%. By comparison, the next largest is Miquelinho at 10.93%. Estevez's popularity will make it easy for him to be accepted by the team and the fans, allowing for a smooth transition and a quicker focus on the more important upcoming Cup of Harmony.

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Estevez is, by far, the most credible pick the FFSA could have chosen. His experience and popularity speak volumes. His close relationship with team makes him trustable and better to listen to than an outsider. Being captain for seven Cups, he led the team far and established an excellent model for other players. Most notable is Miquelinho, who was often remarked as "little Estevez". The former captain had a profound influence on the recently-retired forward, who trodded in Estevez's footsteps when he scored goal after goal. Few others can claim to have the broad appeal that Estevez has.

The new coach rarely talked or gave interviews after retiring, keeping a modest tone and dismissing talk that he might be a future coach. Now, he gladly accepts the honor and has "big plans for the team". He says he will lead the team to a Cup of Harmony victory, which would be Sel Appa's first title in any tournament. The team came close to winning the World Cup in the 37th edition, but lost to Az-cz in the Semifinal. They came close again, ranked third, but did not qualify in this current World Cup. Estevez has a huge burden in his shoulders, but has the Cup of Harmony to test out his ideas.

LANDAU INSTITUTE CALLS THE SAME PLAYERS FOR THE NATIONAL TEAM

PROFESSOR JESUS BANGU MELO RELEASES ROSTER - FOR CoH31

Style is 0 now

The Landau Institute (we don't like to be called Estresse Intenso, as we are completely different from the country), will repeat the team that played the WC 38 qualifiers, but with a different style and president. A team that isn't composed just of crazy patients or only doctors. This is the last official competition of the team, which will be substituted by the Independant Territory of Terreiro de Ogum.

Estresse Intenso is a very dangerous and difficult place to live. Its citizens have to support all the stress resultant of a society that is near to an anarchy. The country itself doesn't have a National Team, but there is one place that has, the only place that doesn't have the pressure of Estresse Intenso's way of life.

Many people from Estresse Intenso succumbed to the stress. Most of them became crazy and couldn't live in the country anymore. So, they went to the Landau Institute, where the stress can be controlled and any craziness signs can be controlled by the many doctors that live there, employed by Professor Jesus Bangu Melo.

All the players of Estresse Intenso's National Team come from the Landau Institute, and there they can train 12 hours per day, every day. Someone can only be considered a doctor after intense study, and the minimum age is of 23 (but few are able to become doctor at this age). Patients come after they become crazy in the "outside world".

To become a professor, the doctors need to keep studying, and only after a specific number of services made for the Landau Institute, a doctor gets this title (it takes approximately twenty years). A professor works together with the commanders of the Institute. The title would suggest that he would start acting as a teacher for young doctors, but this isn't the case.

(OOC: Important Note: don't use the Estresse Intenso flag when referring to the team. Use the Landau Institute Doctors' Association flag. It's the flag of a country called Landau IDA, created just to stock the flag)

See the list (use the names in BOLD):

Goalkeepers:

1-Benjamin Toledo DURÃO (patient, sometimes becomes violent without reason)
12-Francisco TUARANA (patient, controlled with medicines)
22-Doctor Octávio SÉRVULO (doctor, an optician)

Defenders:

2-REBECA Holambra (patient, kisses everyone that touches her face)
3-Doctor Wellington QUEVEDO (doctor, a psychiatrist who doesn't believe in supernatural things)
4-Professor Jesus BANGU MELO (doctor, a psychiatrist, one of the main doctors of the Institute, the new president of the Institute)
6-Father ANACLETO the Tactician (monk, main monk from the Institute)
13-HERBERT Lizi Olive (patient, arsonist)
14-Doctor CIRO Penbrandt (doctor, a pneumologist)
20-ÍRIS (she is one of the computer experts of the Institute)
21-Doctor Yuri APARECIDO (doctor, a surgeon)

Midfielders:

5-Doctor César ZETTI (doctor, a general practicioner)
7-José Eduardo Ubirajara "BIRA" (patient, has hallucinations)
8-Doctor Letícia SABIN (doctor, a neurologist, she is a very good player)
11-Professor César SELIC (doctor, a cardiologist)
15-Augusto MIRTILO (patient, for him, the colours change everytime)
16-Professor ALINE Felipo Landau (doctor, a psychiatrist, wife of Doctor Rogério Landau)
17-Genalvo Lambert WASH (patient, perfectionist)
69-THE WANDERER (lives in the Institute, he is a bit crazy too, but not a patient)

Attackers:

9-Carlos Alberto GABALÁN (patient, plays abroad)
10-Doctor Rogério LANDAU (doctor, the former president of the Landau Institute, but not as good as Gabalán, Selic or Sabin)
18-Doctor Ivo PITANGUY (doctor, arguably the best plastic surgeon of the world)
19-PEDREIRA (security guard of the Institute)

Coach: THE MACHINE 2nd Version (improved)

The Formation: basic 3-5-2 (Style 0)

------------------------------Durão------------------------------
-----Rebeca-------------Prof.Bangu Melo----------Fr.Anacleto-----
-----------------------------Dr.Zetti-----------------------------
----------Dr.Sabin--------The Wanderer-----------Bira------------
-----------------------------Prof.Selic----------------------------
--------------------Dr.Landau------Gabalán-----------------------

Kits:

1st: completely blue (shirt and shorts)
2nd: completely white (shirt and shorts)
3rd: shirt divided in halves (red and blue), white shorts

RP:

My opponent, if they RP first, may do the following:
Choose my goalscorers Y
Godmod Scoring Events Y
RP injuries to my players Y (minor injuries only)
Godmod injuries to my players Y (minor injuries only)
Hand out Yellow cards to my players Y
Hand out Red cards to my players Y (max. 2)
Godmod Other Events Y (within reason and nothing too serious or unreal)

Jeru FC Team Roster

Formation: 3-4-3 (+3) or System "Not really Takil"

Coach/Manager: Alfredo Neves of Cafundeu
* Former coach of Cafundeu

GK
Private James Honky, one of shortest goalkeepers in Jeruselem aside from school team goalkeepers.
Private Hans Mandebrott, obsessive Dazza Dallas porn collector and working on a Kate Dallas collection

DEF
Private Rayne Pocock, likes fights at bars and getting beaten up in the process.
Private David Dohah, once played football with a live grenade
Private Sam Shotan, thinks he's guy in the Doom computer games but he's not
Private Akbal Hofta, prays like true Moslem but always in the wrong direction
Private Unkt Bafal, likes driving on pedrestrian footpaths to avoid traffic

MID
Private Nok Emdown, skilled on the field and with the ladies
Corporal Sheik Yeisles, team captain and resident team bully
Private Linus Hokans, he's up to the latest army tech - a Mac Plus computer
Private Monsy Rivere, has fainting spells around red-headed short attractive women
Private Rambo Mann, thinks he's Rambo the hero ... hard to understand
Private Rosen Falka, owns a rather large knife collection
Private Uggen Caveman, his name describes him perfectly


ATT
Private Pansy Petal, likes to shop at Razzle Dazzle - a women's clothing store
Private Grunden January, performs best in his first 5 minutes during a game - and is useless for the rest
Private Jakob Fakestein, Gay jewish man
Private William Deckstra, can't stop stealing women's underwear
Private Chris Kantos, has shot himself in the foot - TWICE
Private Mickey Rate, calls himself a real man, but the girls don't think so

RP Permissions
Choose my goalscorers Y
Godmod Scoring Events Y
RP injuries to my players N
Godmod injuries to my players N
Hand out Yellow cards to my players Y
Hand out Red cards to my players N
Godmod Other Events N

(Same losers from WC39 :p)

The Academy of Foreign Affairs wishes to announce that any country that gets drawn into a Group in the Han Empire will be granted a team of Hwarang agents/guards to guide them through the Empire (their football team, that is). Furthermore, those countries that do not have outstanding relations with the Han Empire are nonetheless encouraged to establish some rudimentary diplomatic exchange to make communication between our countries much easier. Furthermore, since Cafundeu and the Han Empire have diplomatic relations, there should be no problem for any teams arriving from Cafundeu to have similar protections - and vice versa.

We wish all participants the best of luck as we make the final preparations for the Cup of Harmony.

Another Empire, The Valerian Empire, will enter this contest of course! :D

The Valerian Boyars

Their style has been ranked as a offensive +2 by Valerian football officials and outsiders who have seen them play. They will be playing in a 4-2-4 formation, which is conservative (it's been their playing formation for numerous world cups). Tsar Ivan V has appointed his brother to manage the team in his place as he prepares for his coronation.

Team Manager:
Pyetr Borivich-Vassilakos-Seleukios (Age 17; brother of Emperor Ivan V)

Coach:
George Ilyanich, the "Tower of Power"; former Boyar football star player (Age 56)

Assistant Coach and Training Manager:
Mongke Urt-Urumqi (Age 54)

Starting Players:

Goalkeep (GK)

12) Dimitri Kim (GK, Age 22, Isangrad Legion)

Defense (D)

2) Étienne de Roviere (Age 23, Blancmonte Paladins)
3) Pavlos Demetriopoulos (Age 22, Metashas Warlords)
4) Koksegu Daritai (Age 23, Shorehaven Colonial FC)
5) Vova Pavilov (Age 24, Sankt Valerian Saints)

Midfielders (M)

6) Levon Andreyevich (Age 23, Isangrad Legion)
7) Ernõ Boldizsár (Age 24, Belagrad Buccaneers)

Strikers (S)

8) Ivan Afinagorov (Age 24, Isangrad Legion)
9) Maximilian von Hohenstauffen (Age 22, Zellburg Warriors) - Star Player
10) Shapur Kemerhadi (Age 25, Tabriz Immortals)
11) Basileios Psellios-Tsushima (Age 23, Ryuusame Ronin)

Reserves:

1) Dimitri Shchilinov (Age 22, Isangrad Legion)

13) Feofil Izyaslavich (D, Age 22, Petrovgrad FC)
14) Ilya Yermakov (D, Age 24, Meijis City FC)
15) Vasily Aefelstanov (D, Age 23, Kholmogory FC)
16) Jean-Maurice de Vendôme (D, Age 23, Nikeah FC)

17) Alexander Myasonov (M, Age 24, Alexandria FC)
18) Johann Adolf Fredericks (M, Age 25, Baden Uhlans)

19) Ruslan Tarakanov (S, Age 23, Port Persepol )
20) Petros Leontios (S, Age 25, Kydonia FC)
21) Isa Sinan (S, Age 23, Türkbükü Viziers) - foreign player; from Yeni Halic
22) Iosif Daitsev (S, Age 24, Trentino FC)


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Home = Blue, White, And Gold

Away = Green and Black

If my opponent RPs first, they may:
Name my goalscorers: Y
Godmod scoring events: Y
Godmod other creative events (including injuries): Y
Injure my players: Y
Give out yellow cards to my players: Y
Give out red cards to my players: Y

Kalmykstan would like to be in the CoH, if a slot in the lineup opens up.

OOC:

Magnus Valerius's puppet here!

As far as I am aware, neither Cafundeu nor I have received any email concerning a drop out, and I'd feel that it would extremely unfair to any of the other teams to drop them without their proper consent (even if they will never know...). As the Group Draw will be happening in the next couple of minutes, I am sad to decline the invitation at this time.

Unfortunately, we at the Han Empire will not be joining the world for the Cup of Harmony Group Draw on IRC.

But we promise to make it exciting nonetheless.

At the IFA HQ in Hangyeong

: "This is Shin Hwajei for MBC International, here to announce the Cup of Harmony Cup of Harmony Group Draw. And I'm standing here with IFA Chairman Count Jeong Mongjun. Tell me, Count Jeong. How did the Han Empire win the honor to host the Cup despite not participating in it?"

Jeong: Well, it's a sad story actually, but we failed to win the bid last year, because the Swiss wanted to host the tournament. Not to give them bad credit but they did a fantastic job organizing the Cup. Unfortunately, our team failed to qualify for the elimination round despite not having lost a single match. This time around, it will be nearly impossible for any team here to achieve such an inhumanity.

: Uhm, you didn't really answer my question.

Jeong: Well, the true story is that 5 EWCC members voted in favor of sending the Cup of Harmony our way before the World Cup Qualification period ended.

: Okay. Why did those 5 members vote for us?

Jeong: I really don't know, and you shouldn't want to know.

: Okay. Well, now here's another interesting question. How did the Han Empire get the honor to host the Group Draw?

Jeong: The Heads of the CFA and IFA met and voted on the cheapest group draw company that we could find. One of our companies won the draw.

: So it was cheaper to get it done in the Han Empire than in Cafundeu?

Jeong: Not exactly... it was cheaper to vote for the Han Empire to host it.

: That's awkward. So now, we have the Cup of Harmony Group Draw! Count Jeong will performing the Group Draw for us, and we have Group A set up right now!

Big Screen in the background shows the names of the countries in various pots, a special pot reserved for Estresse Intenso. The computer starts scrambling the countries' names to a hip-hop beat. At the same time, Jeong Mongjun starts hopping up and down on a DDR pad to activate the machine.

And the first country to come out is...

Estresse Intenso! But that was supposed to happen...The real first country on the draw is...

The Supermarket! Wait, is that a country? There has to be some mistake. Which supermarket put their name in the draw slot?...

Oh, the next country is Magnus Valerius! That's more like it. I guess they'll have a blast in Cafundeu. The next country is...

Jeru FC! Well, not really a country. Well, not really even a team. Well... they're a bunch of army boys. That might be interesting. And the country is coming out...

Kelssek! Just exactly how many countries are in this damned machine?

Jeong: 24.

: That's reassuring. I don't want to have to read out 120 countries just to put people in a group draw. The next country is...

Dancougar! These country names just get more and more exotic.

But there you have Group A again! Estresse Intenso, The Supermarket, Magnus Valerius, Jeru FC, Kelssek, and Dancougar! Oh, wait there's one more country...

Estresse Intenso! Wait, didn't we already draw them? They're supposed to be in Group A? Okay. That's just a fluke then. On to Group B!

The first country is... Yafalonia and Bazor 2? What the hell is that supposed to be? A land of schizophrenic whores? Or... *producer yells at him "YOU'RE ON LIVE! STOP %$#^ING CURSING!* Okay. The country is...

Lovisa! Well, we've had to face Lovisa before, and they're really good. They might do well in the Cup. Now we have...

Jariss! Another one! Not so impressive though. Still, they're comfortable players, so we'll just have to wait and see what happens. Next is...

Rejistania! What kind of country is that? *producer yells at him "STOP CRITICIZING COUNTRIES!"* Stop yelling at me! I've got a show to do!

Jeong: Do you people always have this strange dialogue during your shows?

: Sometimes. Oh, our next country is Acapais! Well, they were out to win the bid for the Cup of Harmony, but lost out against ours. Well, if any consolation for them, they put up a good bid.

And finally we have Taeshan! A fellow ethnic Han country. Let's hope that they do us some justice in Cafundeu.

So there's Group B again: Yafalonia and Bazor 2, Lovisa, Jariss, Rejistania, Acapais, and Taeshan. Wait, there's another one again!

Estresse Intenso? This machine is definitely broken!

Jeong: We can't fix it now! I'm up to 40,000 points!!!

: Okay... on account that Count Jeong has got 40,000 points, we'll continue on with this broken machine. Group C plays in the Han Empire, so let's take a look! The first country is...

Hopeless SC! Well, they're hopeless apparently in SC. Wait, that's the whole name of their country? Who'd want to be a citizen from Hopeless? The next country is...

Blouman Empire! Yay! Another Empire. Seems like there's a lot of them nowadays. Well, here's to hoping that they do well. Next up on the Draw is...

Fujisawan Territories! Apparently, they're Japanese, which might make for complicated story in the Han Empire. Nonetheless, we'll have to see just how this plays out. Up next is...

Beer Served Here? What the hell is that? We serve beer during the Cup of Harmony? Are we supposed to? Well, I guess the breweries had better hope that they made enough, because we just invited about every college student in the world. Well, our next country is...

Scotchpinestan? These countries really do get weirder. They sound like they're made of taped trees wrapped around a pot of stew. Of course, let's hope their team isn't too sticky. We have now...

Sel Appa! Third in the world and failed to qualify. That's a sad story if there ever was one. Not only failed to qualify but failed to win the Cup of Harmony bid too. Bad luck follows them, but let's hope we have enough lucky crickets to make them happy again. After all, they're the best team in Group C. Now that's it for Group C: Hopeless SC, Blouman Empire, Fujisawan Territories, Beer Served Here, Scotchpinestan, and Sel Appa. Wait, there's another one.

Estresse Intenso? Again? What the %$#^ is wrong with this %$#^ machine? Maybe that's why it was so cheap to get the Cup draw done here!

Well, on to Group D! The last Group! And the first one is...

Prux! Sounds a lot like they're a bunch of spearmen sitting on top of ostriches yelling at the top of their lungs. Hopefully, they forget the spears when they come here. Next country is...

Green Wombat! What? We invited an animal to play in our Cup? *director yells at him* STOP THE STUPID CRITIQUE AND GET ON WITH IT!* I said stop yelling at me! I have a job to do!

Jeong: Stop yelling! I'm at 90,000 points! All of this yelling is jogging my attention!

: See? He needs to concentrate! Oh, our next country is Violitism! Animals, Beer, Groceries, now religious ideologues? What's going on with the Cup of Harmony? Well, whatever it is, we now have...

The Pazhujeb Islands! Well, it's a real name at least. I've never really seen them, except on one MBC Broadcast showing the team being tortured with religious icons. Or was it something else? Anyway, they're here now. And with them is...

Jaseuyeon! One of the other surprise drops from the World Cup Qualification. Not as surprising at Sel Appa's drop, but nonetheless, I think they'll find a good home away from home here. Our last team is going to be...

Krytenia! We've faced them in this past qualification period, and they've already one taste of the Han Empire. Maybe that will give them a good advantage when playing against the better teams.

So there's your Group Draw from Group D: Prux, Green Wombat, Violitism, The Pazhujeb Islands, Jaseuyeon, and Krytenia! And let me guess, one more?

Estresse Intenso. Why am I not surprised?

Jeong: Yes!!! New high score!

: You've got a weird hobby, Count.

Jeong: It's my right.

:You're right.

Jeong: So there's your Cup of Harmony Group Draw! The Han Empire and the IFA would like to thank our sponsors from Seongyeong, Hanhwa, Hanjin, Samseong, Dusan, Daewu, and other major contributors from the AICC for making this a success...

: Success? We're over 45 minutes late and "Estresse Intenso" kept popping out of the machine every five minutes!

Jeong: Doesn't matter! It was a great success. Also, we're obliged to recognize the various sponsors from Cafundeu - Banco Economico, Penalty, and others... I can't read this script...

: That's okay! We're done with the Group Draw for now. It's been a pleasure to bring you the Cup of Harmony Group Draw! Come back next time for another wonderful and non-biased and non-discriminatory and non-dramatized broadcast of MBC International!


ooc: Annotated Version will appear following this post

Group Draw

Cafundeu

Group A
The Supermarket (92)
Magnus Valerius (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13461012&postcount=30) (67)
Jeru FC (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13460734&postcount=28) (44)
Kelssek (50)
Dancougar (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13455115&postcount=9) (58)
Estresse Intenso (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13460673&postcount=27) (36)

Schedule
MD1:
Dancougar --- Magnus Valerius - Obelisco Monumental, Lasft
Jeru FC --- Estresse Intenso - Aquário Nacional, Submiria
The Supermarket --- Kelssek - Estádio Pioneiro, São José

MD2:
The Supermarket --- Dancougar - Olímpico Imperial, Lux
Magnus Valerius --- Jeru FC - Arena América, Abadia
Estresse Intenso --- Kelssek - Estádio Erasmo Carlos Jowenguard, Espinal

MD3:
Jeru FC --- Kelssek - Olímpico Imperial, Lux
Dancougar --- Estresse Intenso - Estádio Pioneiro, São José
The Supermarket --- Magnus Valerius - Aquário Nacional, Submiria

MD4:
Estresse Intenso --- The Supermarket - Obelisco Monumental, Lasft
Jeru FC --- Dancougar - Estádio Erasmo Carlos Jowenguard, Espinal
Magnus Valerius --- Kelssek - Arena América, Abadia

MD5:
Dancougar --- Kelssek - Arena América, Abadia
Jeru FC --- The Supermarket - Obelisco Monumental, Lasft
Estresse Intenso --- Magnus Valerius - Olímpico Imperial, Lux


Group B
Yafalonia and Bazor 2 (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13455332&postcount=13) (53)
Lovisa (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13465504&postcount=49) (33)
Jariss (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13453772&postcount=3) (68)
Rejistania (62)
Acapais (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13454007&postcount=4) (72)
Taeshan (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13454151&postcount=6) (46)

Schedule
MD1:
Acapais --- Lovisa - Praça Maior, Cafundó do Juta
Jariss --- Taeshan - Presídio, Carandirú City
Yafalonia and Bazor 2 --- Rejistania - C-Electronics, Astari

MD2:
Yafalonia and Bazor 2 --- Acapais - Toca do Tatu, Central City
Lovisa --- Jariss - Maracatuzão, Dunboor
Taeshan --- Rejistania - Parque do Sol, Elville

MD3:
Jariss --- Rejistania - Toca to Tatu, Central City
Acapais --- Taeshan - C-Electronics, Astari
Yafalonia and Bazor 2 --- Lovisa - Presídio, Carandirú City

MD4:
Taeshan --- Yafalonia and Bazor 2 - Praça Maior, Cafundó do Juta
Jariss --- Acapais - Parque do Sol, Elville
Lovisa --- Rejistania - Maracatuzão, Dunboor

MD5:
Acapais --- Rejistania - Maracatuzão, Dunboor
Jariss --- Yafalonia and Bazor 2 - Praça Maior, Cafundó do Juta
Taeshan --- Lovisa - Toca to Tatu, Central City


Daehanjeiguk

Group C
Hopeless SC (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13456503&postcount=20) (52)
Blouman Empire (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13455449&postcount=15) (69)
Fujisawan Territories (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13454513&postcount=7) (79)
Beer Served Here (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13455951&postcount=18) (63)
Scotchpinestan (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13463765&postcount=39) (40)
Sel Appa (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13455369&postcount=14) (5)

Schedule
MD1:
Scotchpinestan --- Blouman Empire - Emperor Gojong Football Stadium, Hangyeong
Fujisawan Territories --- Sel Appa - Sanhaemun Football Stadium, Jinhwangdo
Hopeless SC --- Beer Served Here - Goguryeo Football Stadium, Pyeongyang

MD2:
Hopeless SC --- Scotchpinestan - Sanhaemun Football Stadium, Jinhwangdo
Blouman Empire --- Fujisawan Territories - Goguryeo Football Stadium, Pyeongyang
Sel Appa --- Beer Served Here - Munhwa Football Stadium, Hanseong

MD3:
Fujisawan Territories --- Beer Served Here - Emperor Gojong Football Stadium, Hangyeong
Scotchpinestan --- Sel Appa - Sanhaemun Football Stadium, Jinhwangdo
Hopeless SC --- Blouman Empire - Munhwa Football Stadium, Hanseong

MD4:
Sel Appa --- Hopeless SC - Emperor Gojong Football Stadium, Hangyeong
Fujisawan Territories --- Scotchpinestan - Munhwa Football Stadium, Hanseong
Blouman Empire --- Beer Served Here - Goguryeo Football Stadium, Pyeongyang

MD5:
Scotchpinestan --- Beer Served Here - Sanhaemun Football Stadium, Jinhwangdo
Fujisawan Territories --- Hopeless SC - Goguryeo Football Stadium, Pyeongyang
Sel Appa --- Blouman Empire - Emperor Gojong Football Stadium, Hangyeong


Group D
Prux (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13455307&postcount=12) (51)
Green Wombat (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13455250&postcount=11) (65)
Violitism (143)
The Pazhujeb Islands (49)
Jasīʼyūn (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13458437&postcount=24) (26)
Krytenia (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13455939&postcount=17) (54)

Schedule
MD1:
Jasīʼyūn --- Green Wombat - Gwangdong Imperial Sports Complex and Stadium, Gwangju
Violitism --- Krytenia - Sanghae National Football Stadium, Sanghae
Prux --- The Pazhujeb Islands - King Kim Iljei Memorial Football Stadium, Malnira

MD2:
Prux --- Jasīʼyūn - Oromokjei Football Stadium, Oromokjei
Green Wombat --- Violitism - King Kim Iljei Memorial Football Stadium, Malnira
Krytenia --- The Pazhujeb Islands - Gwangdong Imperial Sports Complex and Stadium, Gwangju

MD3:
Violitism --- The Pazhujeb Islands - Oromokjei Football Stadium, Oromokjei
Jasīʼyūn --- Krytenia - King Kim Iljei Memorial Football Stadium, Malnira
Prux --- Green Wombat - Sanghae National Football Stadium, Sanghae

MD4:
Krytenia --- Prux - Gwangdong Imperial Sports Complex and Stadium, Gwangju
Violitism --- Jasīʼyūn - Sanghae National Football Stadium, Sanghae
Green Wombat --- The Pazhujeb Islands - King Kim Iljei Memorial Football Stadium, Malnira

MD5:
Jasīʼyūn --- The Pazhujeb Islands - Sanghae National Football Stadium, Sanghae
Violitism --- Prux - Gwangdong Imperial Sports Complex and Stadium, Gwangju
Krytenia --- Green Wombat - Oromokjei Football Stadium, Oromokjei


===

Quarterfinals (seeded draw to determine games):

Game 1 - Maracatuzão, in Dunboor
Game 2 - Arena América, in Abadia
Game 3 - Gwangdong Imperial Sports Complex and Stadium, Gwangju
Game 4 - Sanghae National Football Stadium, Sanghae

Semifinals:

G1Winner x G2Winner - Praça Maior, in Cafundó do Juta
G3Winner x G4Winner - Munhwa Football Stadium, Hanseong

Third Place Match- Emperor Gojong Football Stadium, Hangyeong

Final Match - Obelisco Monumental, Lasft

Group Draw

Cafundeu

Group A
The Supermarket (92)
Magnus Valerius (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13461012&postcount=30) (67)
Jeru FC (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13460734&postcount=28) (44)
Kelssek (50)
Dancougar (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13455115&postcount=9) (58)
Estresse Intenso (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13460673&postcount=27) (36)

Schedule
MD1:
Dancougar ---2 Magnus Valerius 1 - Obelisco Monumental, Lasft
Jeru FC ---1 Estresse Intenso 2- Aquário Nacional, Submiria
The Supermarket --- Kelssek - Estádio Pioneiro, São José

MD2:
The Supermarket ---1 Dancougar 3- Olímpico Imperial, Lux
Magnus Valerius ---2 Jeru FC 3- Arena América, Abadia
Estresse Intenso ---3 Kelssek 2- Estádio Erasmo Carlos Jowenguard, Espinal

MD3:
Jeru FC ---1 Kelssek 1- Olímpico Imperial, Lux
Dancougar ---2 Estresse Intenso 3- Estádio Pioneiro, São José
The Supermarket ---0 Magnus Valerius 1- Aquário Nacional, Submiria

MD4:
Estresse Intenso ---2 The Supermarket 0- Obelisco Monumental, Lasft
Jeru FC ---0 Dancougar 1- Estádio Erasmo Carlos Jowenguard, Espinal
Magnus Valerius ---1 Kelssek 2- Arena América, Abadia

MD5:
Dancougar 1 x Kelssek 2- Arena América, Abadia
Jeru FC ---1 The Supermarket 2- Obelisco Monumental, Lasft
Estresse Intenso ---2 Magnus Valerius 2- Olímpico Imperial, Lux


Group B
Yafalonia and Bazor 2 (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13455332&postcount=13) (53)
Lovisa (33)
Jariss (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13453772&postcount=3) (68)
Rejistania (62)
Acapais (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13454007&postcount=4) (72)
Taeshan (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13454151&postcount=6) (46)

Schedule
MD1:
Acapais ---0 Lovisa 3- Praça Maior, Cafundó do Juta
Jariss ---2 Taeshan 2- Presídio, Carandirú City
Yafalonia and Bazor 2 1 --- Rejistania 2- C-Electronics, Astari

MD2:
Yafalonia and Bazor 2 1--- Acapais 3- Toca do Tatu, Central City
Lovisa ---1 Jariss 4- Maracatuzão, Dunboor
Taeshan 3--- Rejistania 2- Parque do Sol, Elville

MD3:
Jariss ---4 Rejistania 0- Toca to Tatu, Central City
Acapais ---0 Taeshan 2- C-Electronics, Astari
Yafalonia and Bazor 2 --- Lovisa 1- Presídio, Carandirú City

MD4:
Taeshan 2--- Yafalonia and Bazor 2 3- Praça Maior, Cafundó do Juta
Jariss 1--- Acapais 1- Parque do Sol, Elville
Lovisa 1--- Rejistania 2- Maracatuzão, Dunboor

MD5:
Acapais 1--- Rejistania 2- Maracatuzão, Dunboor
Jariss 4 --- Yafalonia and Bazor 2 0- Praça Maior, Cafundó do Juta
Taeshan 1 --- Lovisa 0- Toca to Tatu, Central City


Daehanjeiguk

Group C
Hopeless SC (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13456503&postcount=20) (52)
Blouman Empire (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13455449&postcount=15) (69)
Fujisawan Territories (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13454513&postcount=7) (79)
Beer Served Here (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13455951&postcount=18) (63)
Scotchpinestan (40)
Sel Appa (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13455369&postcount=14) (5)

Schedule
MD1:
Scotchpinestan 2--- Blouman Empire 1- Emperor Gojong Football Stadium, Hangyeong
Fujisawan Territories 0--- Sel Appa 7- Sanhaemun Football Stadium, Jinhwangdo
Hopeless SC 1--- Beer Served Here 0- Goguryeo Football Stadium, Pyeongyang

MD2:
Hopeless SC 2--- Scotchpinestan 0- Sanhaemun Football Stadium, Jinhwangdo
Blouman Empire1 --- Fujisawan Territories 1- Goguryeo Football Stadium, Pyeongyang
Sel Appa 14 --- Beer Served Here 2- Munhwa Football Stadium, Hanseong

MD3:
Fujisawan Territories 1--- Beer Served Here 2- Emperor Gojong Football Stadium, Hangyeong
Scotchpinestan 0--- Sel Appa 5- Sanhaemun Football Stadium, Jinhwangdo
Hopeless SC 1--- Blouman Empire -0 Munhwa Football Stadium, Hanseong

MD4:
Sel Appa 20--- Hopeless SC 5- Emperor Gojong Football Stadium, Hangyeong
Fujisawan Territories 1--- Scotchpinestan 3- Munhwa Football Stadium, Hanseong
Blouman Empire 1--- Beer Served Here 3 - Goguryeo Football Stadium, Pyeongyang

MD5:
Scotchpinestan 2--- Beer Served Here 0- Sanhaemun Football Stadium, Jinhwangdo
Fujisawan Territories 1--- Hopeless SC 2- Goguryeo Football Stadium, Pyeongyang
Sel Appa 13--- Blouman Empire 2- Emperor Gojong Football Stadium, Hangyeong


Group D
Prux (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13455307&postcount=12) (51)
Green Wombat (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13455250&postcount=11) (65)
Violitism (143)
The Pazhujeb Islands (49)
Jasīʼyūn (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13458437&postcount=24) (26)
Krytenia (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13455939&postcount=17) (54)

Schedule
MD1:
Jasīʼyūn 3--- Green Wombat 0- Gwangdong Imperial Sports Complex and Stadium, Gwangju
Violitism 1--- Krytenia 2- Sanghae National Football Stadium, Sanghae
Prux 2--- The Pazhujeb Islands 2- King Kim Iljei Memorial Football Stadium, Malnira

MD2:
Prux 1--- Jasīʼyūn 4- Oromokjei Football Stadium, Oromokjei
Green Wombat 1--- Violitism 0- King Kim Iljei Memorial Football Stadium, Malnira
Krytenia 1--- The Pazhujeb Islands 1- Gwangdong Imperial Sports Complex and Stadium, Gwangju

MD3:
Violitism 1--- The Pazhujeb Islands 4- Oromokjei Football Stadium, Oromokjei
Jasīʼyūn 3 --- Krytenia 4- King Kim Iljei Memorial Football Stadium, Malnira
Prux 1--- Green Wombat 2- Sanghae National Football Stadium, Sanghae

MD4:
Krytenia 1--- Prux 3- Gwangdong Imperial Sports Complex and Stadium, Gwangju
Violitism 1--- Jasīʼyūn 6 - Sanghae National Football Stadium, Sanghae
Green Wombat 1--- The Pazhujeb Islands 2- King Kim Iljei Memorial Football Stadium, Malnira

MD5:
Jasīʼyūn 1--- The Pazhujeb Islands 1 - Sanghae National Football Stadium, Sanghae
Violitism 1 --- Prux 3- Gwangdong Imperial Sports Complex and Stadium, Gwangju
Krytenia 1--- Green Wombat 2- Oromokjei Football Stadium, Oromokjei


===

Quarterfinals (seeded draw to determine games):

Game 1 - Maracatuzão, in Dunboor
Game 2 - Arena América, in Abadia
Game 3 - Gwangdong Imperial Sports Complex and Stadium, Gwangju
Game 4 - Sanghae National Football Stadium, Sanghae

Semifinals:

G1Winner x G2Winner - Praça Maior, in Cafundó do Juta
G3Winner x G4Winner - Munhwa Football Stadium, Hanseong

Third Place Match- Emperor Gojong Football Stadium, Hangyeong

Final Match - Obelisco Monumental, Lasft
Those are my predictions for the first round

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Purple Perils, Or Just Plain Quackers?
by Rami Niblick in Hangyeong

THE draw for the first round of the Cup of Harmony has been made here in Daehanjeiguk, and Daehanjeiguk is where the Aces will be staying (for now, at least) in what may well be the tournament’s closest group. Krytenia managed to avoid top seeds and odds-on favourites Sel Appa; instead, they find themselves facing up with the Unified Capitalist States’ “junior partner”, Ja Si Yun, who will feel right at home in this Korean-speaking nation.

Although Ja Si Yun are predicted to win Group D, the teams behind them are so close to each other that it’s essentially a four-way coin toss for the remaining quarter-final space, with only Violitism out of the running. Such a group may cause some to question the logic of a two-from-six group stage; we here at THSD, on the other hand, see it as a challenge, a test of how far Toivonen’s men have come over the last twelve months. Below, we look at the teams in full.

GREEN WOMBAT
The Aces are well acquainted with this particular team, having been drawn against them in the World Cup 39 qualifiers. The two sides were evenly matched over their two matches in qualifying; expect another close encounter here.
Prediction: KRY 1-1 GRW

JA SI YUN
Group favourites and a good punt for 15 points out of 15. Although a tiny shadow of the great UCS teams of the past, they should cruise through the group; alas, that includes the Aces.
Prediction: JSY 3-0 KRY

THE PAZHUJEB ISLANDS
Rather unsurprisingly failed to qualify due to unrest at home and having to play home games on neutral territory. According to various press reports, the players will be glad to be away from the conflicts for as long as possible – motivation to do well in the competition. Could be offset, though, by the Aces’ desire for pummelling some purple after a certain eight-nil thrashing…
Prediction: KRY 2-2 PAZ

PRUX
Prux come direct from the WCC’s lunatic fringe, the same part of the collective psyche that gave us the likes of Insanicia (TnUI to the uninitiated - Ed), Tanah Burung, and Giant Zucchini. Prux’s squad for the tournament are a squad of robotic ducks – brings back memories of Vorpal Bunnies (not that any of our readers will be old enough to remember Vorpal Bunnies – Ed). We can take ‘em.
Prediction: KRY 2-0 PRX

VIOLITISM
New boys and potential whipping boys. Actually, make that boy – the Violitism team appears to me made up of one man, who alone is nearly capable of doing the work of eleven. A bit like Alan Belmore with no friends. (Vorpal Bunnies? Alan Belmore?!? You’re showing your age, Rami – Ed)
Prediction: KRY 4-0 VIO

So, five games, and a prediction of eight points. In a group this tight, maybe, just maybe. It’ll be enough. I’ve been Rameses Niblick III. I’ve also been someone else. Damn you Starblaydia!

-RN3

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SCOTTY: Time now to bring in analyst Steven Teebone, who may or may not be worthy of the adjective "esteemed." Steve, we're going to play Fact or Fiction here, starting with the draw for the Wings. Four groups of six, top two in each advancing to the knockout stage. Fact or fiction - Dancougar is a favorite to claim one of those spots.

STEVEN: That's fiction. The Landau Institute and Jeru FC finished fourth in much tougher groups during qualifying, and they had good records in the process. Sure, six losses for Jeru FC, but don't forget that two were to perfect Squornshelous. I like Magnus Valerius as the dark horse of this group, you didn't hear too much from them during qualifying, but having lost a bit of prestige, I think you'll see them try to step it up and get back on track.

SCOTTY: All right, Steven, fact or fiction - Hideo Ikeda will score at least two goals on the neutral ground in round one.

STEVEN: Fact. With the neutral ground, you get better fan support, so it's easier to settle in and play your game. Pat French has gotten rid of Cale and left Ikeda in as the sole striker, and he increased the size of the midfield to try and get more balls forward, bring more pressure into the opponent's box. He's going to get more chances, and let's not forget, Group A plays in Cafundeu, which is Ikeda's new home this fall. He'll want to give any América fans in the house something to anticipate.

SCOTTY: Speaking of which, Steven, fact or fiction - a shot at professional contracts will serve as an extra incentive for Dancougar players.

STEVEN: Definitely fact. Now that it's clear that foreign scouts look at teams during qualifying for potential talent, and that Dancougar is starting to merit a peek, these players are starting to recognize that their careers don't have to end with this tournament. And it's just come out that three other players have been signed by teams in Elves Security Forces, so those guys are going to want to put on a good show, as well.

SCOTTY: Let's talk about the other groups, now, fact or fiction - Sel Appa are going to blow through Group C.

STEVEN: I'll say fact. The menu for the Turtles includes two newcomers in Beer Served Here and the Fujisawan Territories, and Hopeless SC will almsot certainly struggle to put goals on the board. Five wins are not out of the question, I'll say four and a draw for first in the group. As for second, I'll lean towards Scotchpinestan, although be wary of the Blouman Empire. Those two played in some very entertaining matches during qualifying, fourteen goals between them in a split.

SCOTTY: Two more, and we'll let you go. Fact or fiction - Edward the Cockroach is actually a German man who woke up one morning as a giant bug.

STEVEN: I'll leans towards fiction, because that's what it sounds like. Wherever he came from, he's done an excellent job helping this squad continue to improve. I think they're a serious threat to advance to the next round, although I like Lovisa ahead of them in Group B. A well-balanced group competing there.

SCOTTY: Last one, fact or fiction - Violitism will put on another one-man show in their Group D run.

STEVEN: Also fiction. I'm quite surprised that poor guy did as well as he did, only a minus thirty goal differential and two draws earned, but I would imagine that a careful study of those matches will reveal that they might expect to do much better with more players on the field. We might see two or three this time, but it won't matter, since Jasiyun are going to win this group, Prux or Krytenia in third.

SCOTTY: Here's a fact - Fact or Fiction is over. Steven Teebone, thanks for stopping by.

KENNETH: Still more to come on Sportscenter, college football will have a fall tournament, and all conference winners are invited. But what format will it take? We'll break down the options and make baseless predictions that will change radically until actual information reaches the studio some weeks from now.

The runners-up from the last CoH are back, with the same roster we used in WC qualifying.

(Starters in bold. If a player plays internationally, his club team is listed)

Goalies:

1 Pedro Marzala
12 Stan Dreyer
21 Siegfried Leach

Defenders:

2 Mark Reilly
3 Kazuo Watanabe
4 Sam Shetland
13 Yadier Salazar
16 Mike Jones
19 Orlando Moore (AFC MN Smith, Candelaria and Marquez)

Midfielders:

5 Seth Walker (AFC MN Smith, Candelaria and Marquez)
6 Neal Kight
7 Paulo Salcedo (captain) (Khalmar-Tijhus, Cafundéu)
14 Mitch Hannity
17 Jim O'Rourke
20 Rob Xavier

Forwards:

8 Jamie Watson (AFC MN Smith, Candelaria and Marquez)
9 Igor Volkov (Khalmar-Tijhus, Cafundéu)
10 Alex Urmanov (Sambarilove, Cafundéu)
11 Terry Pipp
15 Roger Theriault
18 Henry Eller
22 Brandon Jackvony
23 Matt McFall

Formation: 3-3-4

Lineup:

1

13 3 19

7 14 5

15 10 9 8

Style: Attack, attack, attack (+5)

Uniforms: Green and white

If you RP before me: No godmoding, anything else is ok

Bob: Well here we are in a most unsettling position in the Cup of Harmony. Sel Appa is the highest-ranked team ever to not qualify for the World Cup.

Jim: Yeah, Bob. At 3rd place, it will be virtually impossible for a long time. In fact, this record was broken after being set 28 cups ago. Sel Appa's safe in holding on to one record for a long time.

Bob: And what a sad fact it is. However, there is consolation: Sel Appa, being so high-ranked, is effectively guaranteed to crush through this Cup of Harmony. The nearest challenger, Jasīʼyūn is ranked 26th and isn't even in our group.

Jim: Yep. Scotchpinestan is the closest in our group and ranked at 40, what chance do they stand?

Bob: Very little. Sel Appa should cruise right through this group, 5 all. Though we shouldn't get carried away and neither should they. They were favorited for the top of their World Cup qualification group, but didn't even qualify.

Jim: Indeed. It will be interesting to watch. Sel Appa has a good new team. They shuffled things up a bit, got a new coach...

Bob: Estevez was an excellent choice. He's experience, popular, and the team can connect to him. DuPont had a long tenure and he probably would have retired anyway after the World Cup.

Jim: Yeah, let's hope he brings some good plays. He wants to put Sel Appa on maximum offense to ensure they score every goal they can. Even if there is an expense of conceding goals.

Bob: Well let's look at our group. First, the Turtles play Fujisawan Territories. Ranked 79th, they are the lowest in the group. Sel Appa should easily defeat them.

Jim: Certainly. The relatively unknown team isn't that much of a surprise here, but they have a ways to go. Beer Served Here is next. We already played them in the qualifiers and shut them out 5-0 and 2-0 respectively. Expect something in that range again.

Bob: Yeah, the record is the best thing to go on. It's especially helpful when it's so recent. It's almost impossible to deny that the Turtles will trample those drunks. Scotchpinestan. An interesting name there. Same story here though. Such a wide gap is going to be hard for them to cross. They are capable, being second in the group, but don't get your hopes up.

Jim: They'll probably make second place though, so not to worry. Hopeless SC. Well, third in the group...they're not so hopeless. They might pull away and go through, but don't count on it. It should be another easy win for us. We played them in the World Cup 38 qualifiers and won 3-0 and 3-2. Be very surprised if they manage to beat us.

Bob: Well any defeat would be somewhat of a surprise. After failing to qualify, anything can happen.

Jim: But, it really only hinged on three matches: the Bazalonia loss and the two Ad'ihan matches. Combine that with their own good records and it was a four-way race to the end.

Bob: Anyway, we finish off with Blouman Empire. Who the hell? Well, it's not likely to be much of a threat. They should be dispatched easily.

Jim: So Sel Appa goes through on top. What's next?

Bob: Well apparently, they reseed the matches. Which isn't what's normally done. So it could be anyone. Since we're ranked on top, we'll play the lowest-ranked team that went through. Count Jasīʼyūn out of that. They're are only threat really and are ranked second if they go through.

Jim: Well that just about wraps it up here. Sel Appa has a big road ahead of them and hopefully they'll take it all the way. They are heavily favorited to win...what're the odds?

Bob: 3-1, last time I checked. Going in even, they were at 5-1.

Jim: So it's almost impossible for them not to take their first official title. They did win the second OXEN Cup, but that doesn't count for much.

Bob: On that note, the OXEN Cup is not being held this time around. The FFSA said it would be hosting a Turtle Cup, to cover for Qazox. It'll give the nation more hosting experience so they can put forth a better bid next time around. Well, goodnight and hope to see you all again. Next up is the Domestic League opening Nemnen Turtles against FC Anila.

Jenkonson: Welcome back to SportsHQ well the Cup of Harmony draw has taken place and the Empire has been placed in a difficult group with top ranked Sel Appa, Hopeless SC, Fujisawan Territories, Beer Served Here and qualifying competitor Scotchpinestan, some have labeled it the group of Death which the Empire has manged to find itself into again. With me to talk about the draw and the chances of the Empire is Football Star and commentator Johnathon Kovarch to talk about the group and their chances.

Kovarch: Well yes indeed Paul it will be difficult group especially with Sel Appa in the group, really whoever was drawn with them all other teams will only be fighting for second, they should beat every team by a large amount and I would not be surprised at all if they win the tournament.

Jenkoson: Well yes indeed after all they were ranked 3rd and have dropped to 5th but I don't think anyone would say that they won't get past the group stage, now what about Scotchpinestan.

Kovarch: Well this is going to be a tough one to beat, both teams are playing with the same players as the qualifiers and they beat us the first time 3-2 and we beat them the second time 5-4 so I am expecting a high scoring game which could really go either way and will depend on the day.

Jenkoson: Indeed well we are playing them first so I think it would tell us on how well we will perform in the Cup, our second player is Fujisawan Territories how will we go.

Kovarch: This should be a win, but currently the team is all over the place so hard to tell they might end up in a draw, but if they lose to this team then they might as well go home.

Jenkoson: Yes well they are the lowest ranked team in the group so a strong win against them will be good. Our third game will be Hopeless SC another tough battle don't you think Johnathon

Kovarch: Yes it will be a bit of a challenge but I think we should be able to beat them just during the qualifiers they only managed two wins.

Jenkoson: Yes but they did get 8 draws and only lost 4 games to our 8, and we only managed to win 4, so perhaps a difficult game after all, now Beer Served Here is our fourth game, any thoughts.

Kovarch: Well in the rankings they are very close to us, so this may be a tough one and they did perform well in the qualifiers managing to get 5 wins, this will be an important game to win and Danner must make sure that his team comes away with points

Jenkoson: OK well that rounds out the teams in Group C and it looks like the Empire has a strong challenge ahead. But just quickly Johnathon can we get your pick who will win the Cup.

Kovarch: Well Sel Appa is a shoe in and they shouldn't be any excuse for them not to, but playing them in the final I predict that Estresse Intenso will be there at the final.

Jenkoson: Well thank you for your time Kovarch and we look forward to hearing you commentary on all Cup of Harmony Blouman games right here on Channel 3. And just a reminder that you can see all the groups and an in-depth analysis of each team in the Cup of Harmony as well as opinions from our panel of experts on www.sportsHQ.com.be/football/CoF after the break we talk to you on why these two men are in discussion right here on SportsHQ

Pawtucket National Toilet Wipe
Cause that's all it's good for!


Appearently, Prux has now complete control over time and space according to scientists from Sorthern Northland. While we still don't know how we do, or when we recieved this gift/curse, we promise to try not to go back in time and pollute the primordial ooze with our fluids.

In other news, Prux will be sending a team of 12 Robotic-Ducks to the 31st Cup of Harmony, held cocurrently in Cafundeu and Daehanjeiguk. Prux was drawn into Group D and will play in Daehanjeiguk, along with the following teams:

Green Wombat (65)- Been there, beaten them, have the T-shirt.
Violitism (143)- A single person against Robotic Ducks? fat chance there.
The Pazhujeb Islands (49)- Who Dey?
Jasīʼyūn (26)- Damn, thought we got off easy for a minute.
Krytenia (54)- Weren't they relevant once?

Schedule:
Prux v The Pazhujeb Islands (2-0 win for us)
Prux v Jasīʼyūn (3-1 win for them :headbang:)
Prux v Green Wombat (2-1 win for us)
Krytenia v Prux (2-2 draw)
Violitism v Prux (3-0 win for us)

Prediction: Prux goes 3-1-1, and finsihes 2nd behind Jasīʼyūn, then gets killed by eventual CoH champions Sel Appa in Quarters.

Green wombat Inquirer
Beacuse you really need to know

Green wombat enters its 2nd straight Cup of Harmony, a bit better of than 4 years ago, but despite 4 more years of experience, the team is not expected to do well.

The Wombats were drawn into Group D and will face a familar foe in fellow Continuum member Prux. Appearently they've decided to use Robot Ducks instead of Sentient Cheese this time around.

The Group is as follows:
Prux (51)
Green Wombat (65)
Violitism (143)
The Pazhujeb Islands (49)
Jasīʼyūn (26)
Krytenia (54)

We start off against the favorites in the group Jasīʼyūn, then play the solo-person effort of Violitism. Day three sees us and Prux clash again, while on day four The Pazhujeb Islands awaits. On the last day we play Krytenia, a former world power fallen on hard times. The team may be able to win 3 matches, but anything beyond that will be a stretch.

Draw for the Cup of Harmony announced.
Acapais placed in Group Two.

Excitement poured throughout Acapais last night when the draw for the Cup of Harmony tournament was announced.

More than eight percent of the nation was said to have watched to Cup of Harmony Draw on television hoping and wishing they would not be grouped with a high seeded nation. To the delight of the fans, Acapais avoided the highest ranked nation invited to the tournament, Sel Appa, whom Acapais submitted a Cup of Harmony hosting bid with.

Having competed only twice, Acapais was placed in Group Two as the sixth seed. In a group of six, only two other nations have any international history with Acapais. Two losses to Rejistania during WC34 Qualifying account for half. A 4-0 win to Lovisa and a 2-0 loss to Lovisa to eliminate Acapais from WC36 proper, are the other two matches played against any group two nation.

"We got the best group possible when you talk about Acapais qualifying for the knockout stage of the tournament." says manager Stephanie Horne. "But we can't let that distract us from our goal, winning games. We are going to start today getting ready for Lovisa."

Twenty-Four nations entered this year’s Cup of Harmony and divided into four groups of six. The top two nations in each group qualify for the knockout stage and then a play-off will occur. Hosts Daehanjeiguk and Cafundéu both qualified for the World Cup proper so they will not take part in Cup of Harmony matches.

"I am so excited about this year's Cup of Harmony. I really think we can win our group." says a walking pedestrian.

Players of the Acapais National Football Team have high hopes for themselves also.

Al Vick Osman says, “We have a great chance for advancing to the knockout stage this summer and winning it all. We just have to remain focused and do our job.”

Sally Mayfield, sports expert, says, "The teams in this tournament have been playing World Cups for years. Since Lovisa and Taeshan are very solid teams, Acapais will probably end up in the bottom half well out of range of advancement contention."

Sally predicts that the two qualifying teams from group two will be Lovisa and Taeshan. Acapais, she says, will end up in fourth place.

Group 5:
Yafalonia and Bazor 2 (53)
Lovisa (33)
Jariss (68)
Rejistania (62)
Acapais (72)
Taeshan (46)

Schedule of WCQ matches for Acapais:
Matchday 1: Lovisa - Praça Maior, Cafundó do Juta
Matchday 2: Yafalonia and Bazor 2 - Toca do Tatu, Central City
Matchday 3: Taeshan - C-Electronics, Astari
Matchday 4: Jariss - Parque do Sol, Elville
Matchday 5: Rejistania - Maracatuzão, Dunboor


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The Jeruselem Army News

Jeru FC hopeful of good Cup of Harmony 31

Our unlucky army team have backed up to play the Cup of Harmony 31. Having not quite qualified for the World Cup 39, failing by the barest margin - our team should fair a little better.

Jeru FC got placed in Group A as 2nd best seed behind Estresse Intenso who were also quite close to qualifying too. We avoided Sel Appa which is good but we'll have face them later should we make later rounds.

Other teams who face our mighty army men are

The Supermarket - Err, let's go shopping for goals! Lowest ranked team here. We wonder if they have beer?
Magnus Valerius - Always falling prey to the Jeruselem team but Jeru FC will find them harder to beat.
Kelssek - Never seem to quite reach the heights they want, but they try.
Dancougar - Impressive new team of recent times
Estresse Intenso - Another puppet nation which can do well

Group A
The Supermarket (92)
Magnus Valerius (67)
Jeru FC (44)
Kelssek (50)
Dancougar (58)
Estresse Intenso (36)

Palon Nasahara: You’re watching Zeokit Tonight on the Territorial Sports News Network brought to you by Crosscom Global Telecommunications, your digital cable and internet provider...I’m Palon Nasahara, and with me are Enjiro Matsuzaki and Zakarii Mukiko.

ZM: It’s official. Shotohama City star forward Nobomitsu Sataka and the underrated Narasaka midfielder Kitahachi Ozaki were signed by São José of the Cafundéu First Division. Everybody’s got an opinion. Palon, what’s yours?

PN: I think it’s great news for this young and inexperienced team to be attracting some international attention like that, and it evens out some of the negative publicity we’ve been having lately with Hirotaka Shibukji.

EM: Glad Hirotaka’s out of the Territories.

ZM: Yeah, I agree with both of you. It’s great that Nobomitsu and Kitahachi jumped at the opportunity and it opens up new doors for the future of Territorial zeokit. It’ll be interesting to see how well they play in Cafundéu.

EM: Well there’s a lot of uncertainties in Territorial zeokit these days, aren’t there? We still have the upcoming Cup of Harmony, and after that the Di Bradini Cup in Starblaydia for the Territories’ younger players. But Izukoza Yoko’s ankle injury has kept her off this Cup of Harmony team, and she may never get back to the level she was playing at before World Cup 40 begins with all the up and coming talent emerging in the Territories, some of which is prone to take her place.

PN: And if you’re going to talk uncertainty, is coach Stephen Distefano’s job safe?

EM: Frankly, I’m more worried about Crosscom Global Arena falling apart.

ZM: We could lose every match in the Cup of Harmony and Distefano would still have his job, but you’re right there, Enjiro. Crosscom is quite fire prone, isn’t it?

EM: It’s not the electrical fires that bother me, that’s just the icing on the cake. It’s an aging stadium that’s embarrassingly not well maintained, and I certainly hope the current renovations turn out well. Otherwise it’s a worthless deathtrap.

PN: Hey, I hope the renovations at Crosscom include the SkyTransit monorail stations. They’re too crowded and I tend to get a little claustrophobic.

ZM: I know what you mean. Hey, Palon, what’s your take on the Cup of Harmony Group Draw?

PN: I was hoping we wouldn’t get drawn with Sel Appa but...

EM: We did. And we’re going to struggle through our matches. Tough luck but we’re going to have to stay the course.

PN: For sure. A long road ahead for the Shaojin Warriors I’d say. We’re the lowest ranked team in our group. It’ll be painful to watch, but we’re all Fujisawans. We’re going to stick together like all Fujisawans do.

ZM: That’s so stereotypical.

EM: I think he meant Japanese Fujisawans.

ZM: All Fujisawans have Japanese/Korean blood, you know that. That’s what makes us Fujisawan. Hey we take Japanese names but we’re not solely Japanese.

EM: Sarcasm, Zakarii

PN: Ummm...

ZM: Didn’t you see the coverage of the Group Draw? They called us Japanese! 検閲される! 검열하는!

PN: Calm down, calm down! We’re new to the international scene, they didn’t know. I’m going to try and settle Zakarii down and we’ll be right back after the break...

CUP OF HARMONY 31 PREVIEW

Hello soccer fans around Hopeless SC! It’s time for Cup of Harmony 31 and our preview. There are a lot of familiar faces taking part in this year’s tournament, and several intriguing story lines. Let’s take a look at the groups.

Group A
The Supermarket (92) 7th in Group 5
Magnus Valerius (67) 7th in Group 3
Jeru FC (44) 4th in Group 4
Kelssek (50) 5th in Group 10
Dancougar (58) 4th in Group 2
Estresse Intenso (36) 4th in Group 6 (Cup of Harmony 30 Semifinalist)


This should be a very competitive group as any of the top five ranked teams in the group should be able to make a run at advancing. Estresse Intenso should have earned a spot in the finals for World Cup 39, but stumbled, allowing a much inferior team from Starblaydia to qualify. However, Estresse Intenso ran all the way to the semifinals of Cup of Harmony 30, so they know how to do well in this tournament. The Wanderers have played against half of this group. They defeated Kelssek on the final day of qualifying in Cup of Harmony 30 to secure a shocking bid to the elimination stage. Dancougar had the good fortune of running into the Wanderers in World Cup qualifying, but were only able to earn a pair of scoreless draws for their troubles, while playing well over their rank. They’ll probably crash back to earth hard here. It is also worth noting that the Wanderers beat Magnus Valerius during qualifying for Cup of Harmony 30 by a 2-1 margin.

Predicted Order of Finish:
1. Estresse Intenso (36)
2. Kelssek (50)
3. Jeru FC (44)
4. Dancougar (58)
5. Magnus Valerius (67)
6. The Supermarket (92)


Group B
Yafalonia and Bazor 2 (53) 5th in Group 4
Lovisa (33) 5th in Group 6 (Defending Cup of Harmony Champions)
Jariss (68) 6th in Group 9
Rejistania (62) 6th in Group 4
Acapais (72) 5th in Group 5
Taeshan (46) 5th in Group 2 (Cup of Harmony 30 Qualifier)


This group is the most cut and dry of the four on paper at the top. Lovisa is the defending Cup of Harmony Champions and is amongst the favorites again. Taeshan made a strong run to qualify for the elimination before being upset by the Wanderers in the play-in match. Lovisa is the team that finally broke Cinderella’s shoe for the Wanderers in the semifinals. There should be some very good defense played in this group. Goals will be at a premium with so many defensive teams in this group.

Predicted Order of Finish:
1. Lovisa (33)
2. Taeshan (46)
3. Rejistania (62)
4. Yafalonia and Bazor 2 (53)
5. Acapais (72)
6. Jariss (68)


Group D
Prux (51) 4th in Group 1
Green wombat (65) 6th in Group 8
Violitism (143) 8th in Group 1
The Pazhujeb Islands (49) 5th in Group 3
Jasi’yun (26) 4th in Group 5
Krytenia (54) 5th in Group 8


This should be a pretty competitive little group except for Violitism, who’s going to take their licks. Jasi’yun is pretty much the favorite, barely missing out on qualifying for the World Cup finals. The Wanderers have only seen action against The Pazhujeb Islands, losing to them 0-1 in the second phase of Baptism of Fire 25, but earning redemption in a big way in the opener of Cup of Harmony 30, with a dominating 4-1 win.

Predicted Order of Finish:
1. Jasi’yun (26)
2. Krytenia (54)
3. The Pazhujeb Islands (49)
4. Prux (51)
5. Green wombat (65)
6. Violitism (143)


Group C
Hopeless SC (52) 6th in Group 2
Blouman Empire (69) 6th in Group 3
Fujisawan Territories (79) 7th in Group 1
Beer Served Here (63) 5th in Group 7
Scotchpinestan (40) 4th in Group 3 (Defending Cup of Harmony Runner-Up)
Sel Appa (5) 4th in Group 7


This brings us to the group that the Wanderers play in. Tough break for the Wanderers catching both 5th ranked Sel Appa who stunningly failed to qualify for the finals of the World Cup and the defending Cup of Harmony Runner-Up Scotchpinestan. However, history is against Sel Appa, as the top ranked team almost never wins the Cup of Harmony, even when they have as much of a cushion as Sel Appa does. However, they beat the Wanderers twice in World Cup 39 qualifying 0-3 and 2-3, so success against them will be hard to come by. Scotchpinestan handed the Wanderers their only loss of qualifying for Cup of Harmony 30, so the Wanderers will be out for blood in the rematch. The other teams shouldn’t pose too much of a threat to the Wanderers, but they can’t be overlooked just the same.

Predicted Order of Finish:
1. Sel Appa (5)
2. Scotchpinestan (40)
3. Blouman Empire (69)
4. Hopeless SC (52)
5. Fujisawan Territories (79)
6. Beer Served Here (63)


Projected Elimination Round Matches:

Quarterfinals:
Sel Appa (5) def. Kelssek (50)
Lovisa (33) def. Krytenia (54)
Jasi’yun (26) loses to Taeshan (46)
Estresse Intenso (36) loses to Scotchpinestan (40)

Semifinals:
Sel Appa (5) loses to Scotchpinestan (40)
Lovisa (33) def. Taeshan (46)

Third Place:
Sel Appa (5) def. Taeshan (46)

Championship:
Lovisa (33) def. Scotchpinestan (40)

JARISS RENAISSANCE PRESS
“No storm shall silence us!”

Tough Group Drawn

As Jariss attempts to rebound from its second half slump in qualifying and finds itself in a tough group. While Lovisa seems to have a slight edge on the rest of the group barely 25 spots separates the second seed from the bottom seed. The good news is that the expected winner by about 99% of all international press including ourselves Sel Appa, the #3 team in the world is thankfully not in our group. However with only the top two advancing in each group and only five matches to sort things out every match will be crucial, especially trying to avoid the #8 spot and a probable meeting with Sel Appa in the quarterfinals.

The key for the team will ironically be the team’s offense. Other than the 5-0 beating Az-cz gave the Spiders, they did not give up more than 2 goals in any other match in the qualifiers. However, any match they did give up goals to pretty much ended up in a loss. While a shutout every time out is a big task for Tali Vindu in net to pull off, ironically it might be the only chance the team has at moving on. While many experts are placing Jariss at the bottom of the group because of this lack of offense, it is felt here that we could finish as high as third depending on how the offense responds. The fact that fewer matches will be played favors the undermanned Jariss squad which will hopefully not suffer from the fatigue they labored under in the second half of the qualifiers.

The Lovisa Team for CoH 31

Goalkeeper:
[1] Fritjof Sievers (26, Lovos-Renault Atma)
[4] Jason McCouler (28, Visby Nestle Quarcoo)
[18] Marcel Dalbier (23, EMC Goar)


Defenders:
[19] Sebastian Vilgoor (23, Visby-Nestle Quarcoo)
[17] Krystian Biel (23, SD Borland Leve)
[31] Christian Hartwig (26, Blaupunkt Leve)
[22] Matti Leppisoe (23, Atma Teatanic)
[7] Christian Goor (24, EMC Goar)
[10] Vincent Moreux (21, Edda EB Ulforg)

Midfielders:
[5] Jan Sandler (22, Lovos-Renault Atma)
[8] Eric Tamme (25, Blaupaunkt Leve)
[2] Philip Meehan (28, Visby Nestle Quarcoo)
[3] Constantin Pappanidoulis (28, LKS Perros-Guirec)
[11] Sebastian Kremer (26, EBBC Bosch Atma)
[24] Andre Blazer (26, AG Bitola Quarcoo)
[14] Hakon Indgaard (22, Telecom Cxal Shepenyagah)

Strikers:
[12] Georg Lunz (24, Visby Nestle Quarcoo)
[33] Mariusz Franke (27, Lovos-Renault Atma)
[9] Henrik Baecker (25, EDF Atma)
[6] Austin Cirillo (25, EMC Goar)
[15] Diego Valderrama (28, ASC Calvena Goar)

Coach:Henryk Kasperczak /age:46/

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"You're actually reading other peoples articles?!" asked Bob, to Edward who had gotten his hands on media outputs from Acapais, Hopeless SC AND Taeshan.

"Look at this the Taeshanites think that we'll to everyone except them and Lovisa... Hopeless SC think we'll be 4th in the group... which won't be enough to progress to the quarters... and Acapais... well, they haven't said a word about us or any of the other 4 teams in the group."

"You know we can't Ban media here... in... ugh, where are we?"

"Cafundéu"

"Ah, right... so instead we have another plan..."

"What's it this time?"

"Meet our new coach.... Humed, short for Human Edward." He whistled and in came a Yafalonian, Umar Ventrarar, was carrying the bulky heft of something covered in a large sheet of something. "This is going to be interesting." edward commented, well aware of the chinese curse "May you live in interesting times."

"'ere we go... I bought it just like you asked... Narin did agree to this didn't he?"

"Yes, of course would I do something like this without asking him? Sheesh... now go and find something to play with."

"Goodie, I like playing." And with that Umar left...

"I swear he gets dumber every day." Edward commented... "Alright what is it?"

"Dang, I already introduced it... oh, well, here it is the Human Edward."

Attempting to flourish the sheet off, which totally and utterly failed, the result being the Bob was caught up in the sheet. At least the sheet was off this 'Human Edward' or Humed.

It strangely enough, looked human. Face, arms, legs, torso, yes, most definately human.

"So what is it."

"It's basically a mechanical human suit. You climb in through the ear and sit in the 'brain'. Where you control everything from movement to facial expressions. A built in microphone is hooked up to this audio processor that mimics in real time necessary mouth movements swo it looks like your speaking. It's wonderful..."

"So no one will know it's me?"

"Unless they know your voice, but it's been ages, no one will recognise you now!"

Peter and Russ were packing up their dorm. Sophomore year was over. The chicken pen had been dismantled, the "The Margeret is Out There" posters were gone, and clothes... well, the clothes were still on the floor. As well they should be.

Russ stopped what he was doing and put down a box of stuff. "Actually, wait a minute... did we attend class at all this semester?" Peter stopped and thought. "Because it seemed to me like all we did was choke our chickens. And stuff them in toilets. And mash them, tie them to cars... all manner of horrible things."

"You raise a good point," Peter replied, "and, in fact, that might explain all of those 'Incomplete' grades I have. And why I don't own any of the textbooks for the classes I registered for, except stats."

"But you didn't register for stats," replied Russ. "You were supposed to take calc, I thought."

Peter picked up his stats book at a note fell out of the inside cover. He picked it up and read it.


Dear sober me, it's 2 AM and the student store doesn't have any more calc books or condoms or ramen. Damn Vephrall and their entrance fees! In lieu of condoms, use this stats book. Also, you might want to go back and pay for this later, although Hans duct taped the windows real good, they'll never know you were there. God it's so boring here.


"In lieu of condoms?" asked Russ. "I would understand if, in your drunken stupor, you confused one math for another. But I doubt you're going to get much action with lines like, 'Hey baby, I'd love to smooth out your Gaussians.'"

"Yeah... but either way, we didn't attend class, so we're kind of screwed," said Peter, tossing the book aside. "We have two years left. We need a major that looks good but doesn't require that much work, so we get the degree, then we can work for Professor von Steuben or something."

"Right, but what can we do?"

Later, in their advisor's office...

"You boys are switching to Business?"

"Yes, sir!" Peter answered cheerfully. "In today's ever-internationalizing..."

"Globalizing," whispered Russ.

"... Right, globalizing economy," Peter continued, "it is essential for us to gain a healthier and more complete understanding of economic practices and models all over the world. And I'd love to learn how to use words like zeitgeist, synergy, and platform constructively."

"Well," said their advisor, "this looks fine to me. Just make sure you attend class this time..."

Outside...

"Pssh, as if we need to attend Econ to pass it!" Peter said. "All we need to do is show up for exams in a suit and we're fine. Now, then. Cup of Harmony, was it? Cafundeu would make an excellent case study, eh?"

"Well, it's pretty simple, actually," Russ replied. "If it's a thing, they charge you for it. If it's a useful thing, they charge more. And we're somewhat broke."

"So we wouldn't make it out of the airport with cash... dang," Peter sighed. "Plan B..."

Green wombat Inquirer
Beacuse you really need to know

Let it not be said that Green wombat is afraid to predict the future:

GROUP PREDICTIONS FOR THE CoH (teams in BOLD advance to quarters)

Group A
The Supermarket (92) 0-0-5
Magnus Valerius (67) 2-0-3
Jeru FC (44) 3-1-1
Kelssek (50) 2-1-2
Dancougar (58) 1-3-1
Estresse Intenso (36) 4-1-0

Group B
Yafalonia and Bazor 2 (53) 1-0-4
Lovisa (33) 4-1-0 wins group on GD
Jariss (68) 3-0-2
Rejistania (62) 2-0-3
Acapais (72) 0-0-5
Taeshan (46) 4-1-0

Group C
Hopeless SC (52) 3-1-1 better GD
Blouman Empire (69) 0-0-5
Fujisawan Territories (79) 1-0-4
Beer Served Here (63) 2-0-3
Scotchpinestan (40) 3-1-1
Sel Appa (5) 5-0-0

Group D
Prux (51) 1-0-4
Green Wombat (65) 2-1-2
Violitism (143) 0-0-5
The Pazhujeb Islands (49) 3-1-1
Jasīʼyūn (26) 4-1-0
Krytenia (54) 3-1-1 H2H win over TPI

(winners in Bold)
QUARTERFINALS
Sel Appa vs. Krytenia 3-2
Jasīʼyūn vs. Hopeless SC 3-1
Lovisa vs. Jeru FC 1-0 (Jeru FC 4-2 PK)
Estresse Intenso vs. Taeshan 2-0

SEMIFINALS
Sel Appa vs. Estresse Intenso 3-1
Jasīʼyūn vs. Jeru FC 2-1

CHAMPIONSHIP
Jasīʼyūn vs. Estresse Intenso 4-2

3rd PLACE
Sel Appa vs. Jeru FC 1-0 AET

Erasmo Carlos Jowenguard appears out of nowhere and says:

"I officially declare a RP cutoff for the countries in Cafundéu... I mean, Daehanjeiguk."

Then he disappears... and the scores appear

(OOC to GW: in your predictions, you used the wrong tiebreaking criteria. The correct are, in order: points; number of wins; goal difference; goals scored; head-to-head result; playoff match; in case of a draw in the penalty shootout of the playoff match by the result of 20x20, a duel between the captains of the teams using guns)

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Matchday 1 - Han Empire results

Group C
Scotchpinestan 3–1 Blouman Empire
Fujisawan Territories 1–3 Sel Appa
Hopeless SC 1–1 Beer Served Here

Group C P W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Scotchpinestan 1 1 0 0 3 1 +2 3
1 Sel Appa 1 1 0 0 3 1 +2 3
3 Hopeless SC 1 0 1 0 1 1 0 1
3 Beer Served Here 1 0 1 0 1 1 0 1
5 Blouman Empire 1 0 0 1 1 3 −2 0
5 Fujisawan Territories 1 0 0 1 1 3 −2 0

Group D
Jasīʼyūn 4–2 Green wombat
Violitism 0–2 Krytenia
Prux 1–1 The Pazhujeb Islands

Group D P W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Jasīʼyūn 1 1 0 0 4 2 +2 3
2 Krytenia 1 1 0 0 2 0 +2 3
3 Prux 1 0 1 0 1 1 0 1
3 The Pazhujeb Islands 1 0 1 0 1 1 0 1
5 Green wombat 1 0 0 1 2 4 −2 0
6 Violitism 1 0 0 1 0 2 −2 0

So, apparently, a parcel was lost on the way over here... in any case, we have the official scores.

Group A
Dancougar 1–0 Magnus Valerius
Jeru FC 1–1 Estresse Intenso
The Supermarket 0–2 Kelssek

Group A P W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Kelssek 1 1 0 0 2 0 +2 3
2 Dancougar 1 1 0 0 1 0 +1 3
3 Jeru FC 1 0 1 0 1 1 0 1
4 Estresse Intenso 1 0 1 0 1 1 0 1
5 The Supermarket 1 0 0 1 0 2 −2 0
6 Magnus Valerius 1 0 0 1 0 1 −1 0


Group B
Acapais 2–0 Lovisa
Jariss 0–0 Taeshan
Yafalonia and Bazor 2 2–0 Rejistania

Group B P W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Yafalonia and Bazor 2 1 1 0 0 2 0 +2 3
2 Acapais 1 1 0 0 2 0 +2 3
3 Jariss 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 1
4 Taeshan 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 1
5 Lovisa 1 0 0 1 0 2 −2 0
6 Rejistania 1 0 0 1 0 2 −2 0

Due to a style change for this years cup of harmony the Tae team should be scoring more right.Wronggggggggg.The Tae's yet again finished a game deadlocked at 0-0.Man if i was World cup President i'd make it so you go into overtime and then penalties to decide it. On a sad note the Taeshani Embassador has died on a trip to The Han. Han leaders are being questioned in a case of who dunnit.Foul play do i hear a yeah.

Oh in some other news the Lovisan team was totally upset by Acapais in there game, and rejistania lost to the Bazors todat.

Due to a style change for this years cup of harmony the Tae team should be scoring more right.Wronggggggggg.The Tae's yet again finished a game deadlocked at 0-0.Man if i was World cup President i'd make it so you go into overtime and then penalties to decide it. On a sad note the Taeshani Embassador has died on a trip to The Han. Han leaders are being questioned in a case of who dunnit.Foul play do i hear a yeah.

Oh in some other news the Lovisan team was totally upset by Acapais in there game, and rejistania lost to the Bazors todat.

The Han Empire categorically denies any involvement in the assassination of the Taeshani Ambassador... *reads cue card* By categorically, I mean to say adamantly. And by any, I mean to say no. And by assassination, I mean to say tragic accident.

Yeah. We didn't do it.

(It was Ben O'Bagels with a revolver in the study!)

Cup of Harmony – MD1

http://spaam.mrdrake.net/flags/acapais.png Acapais : Lovisa http://spaam.mrdrake.net/flags/lovisa.png
2:0 (0:0)


Match Report:
Praça Maior, Cafundó do Juta – After a very disappointing 5th place exit of the World Cup Qualifying, Acapais defeated Lovisa 2-0 in matchday one of Cup of Harmony 31. With stellar performances by Fronberry and Castro, Acapais was able to fight off the Lovisa defense.

Although most of the chances in the first half of the game were from Lovisa, neither team was able to score. Acapan goalkeeper Paul Junxton made it look easy for most the Lovisa shots were placed nicely but without power. Acapais lone first half chance came from a Fronberry freekick near the right corner flag that was headed down by Paroe but cleared off the line by Lovisa defender Sebastian Vilgoor.

The breakthrough came early in the second half by through ball pass to Zach McKellar from Al Vick, who low crossed to the top of the penalty area where captain James Fronberry struck low, off the post and into the back of the net. Lovisa responded with many chances, but most were off target. After an apparent hand ball inside the Acapais penalty area by Derek Sample, appeals for a penalty kick were not given by the center official. The replay, however, showed that the official missed the call. Acapais scored the go-ahead goal once Jose Castro rose above Vincent Moreux.

Acapais are tied for 1st in Group B to matchday two opponents, Yafalonia and Bazor 2. This is the first Cup of Harmony win for manager Stephanie Horne.

Scoring:
Acapais – Fronberry (McKellar) 49
Acapais – Castro (Fronberry) 76

Booking:
Lovisa – Vilgoor (caution; Reckless foul) 22
Acapais – Brad Sample (caution; Reckless foul) 35
Acapais – Pablo (caution; Reckless foul) 61
Lovisa – Tamme (caution; Reckless foul) 77
Acapais – Castro (caution; Reckless foul) 81
Lovisa – Indgaard (caution; Unsporting Behavior) 87

Acapais Starting Lineup:
Paul Junxton (GK); Bradly Sample, Nick Daniels (Rex Agitril 85), Kyle Rummy, Derek Sample; Pablo, Zachary McKellar (Benjamin Nelson 91+); Henry Paroe, James Fronberry (C), Al Vick Osman; Jose Castro (Dave Lugini 72)

Next Match:
vs Yafalonia and Bazor 2

Acapais Starters: Paul Junxton (GK); Bradly Sample, Rex Agitril, Kyle Rummy, Derek Sample; Pablo, Zachary McKellar; Henry Paroe, James Fronberry (C), Al Vick Osman; Jose Castro
Available Subs: Hunchman O'Hare, Nick Daniels, Jason Wellington, Benjamin Nelson, Dave Lugini

Injuries/Supensions:


Acapais Goal Scorers:
1 – James Fronberry
1 – Jose Castro

Acapais Assists Leaders:
1 – James Fronberry
1 – Zach McKellar

Acapais Yellow Cards:
1 – Pablo
1 – Jose Castro
1 – Brad Sample

Acapais Red Cards:


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ANNOUNCER: This... is Sportscenter!

(Random clips of stuff play during voiceover)
KENNETH: Summer is here, and that means association football. Two tournaments to play, two champions to crown. The opening act for the Dancougar Black Wings - the Cup of Harmony in Cafundeu. Will they take flight on the neutral field, or will Magnus Valerius unleash a new tower of power? Jeru FC take on the Landau Institute, a matchup of Group A favorites, and will Kelssek score big savings against The Supermarket? That's only the tip of the iceberg - it's Sportscenter, right now!

(Cut to the studio, da na na, da na na!)
KENNETH: Just when you thought you were safe... it's another Sportscenter. I'm Kenneth Prime, he's Scotty Furr.

SCOTTY: Today we've got lots of football and men who drive in circles, but we start with matchday one in the Cup of Harmony, all teams looking to set the tone. For that, we send it over to Craig Boomer and Jack Thompson.

(Yet another CG title graphic.)
CRAIG: Welcome, one and all, to this international edition of "The Box," along with me as always, Jack Thompson. Now, Jack, the Black Wings have changed a bit for this event, switching over to a four-five-one with the expressed intent of generating offense. But would that be enough against Magnus Valerius, a team that matches Dancougar in youth but exceeds them in experience. To the Obelisco Monumental in Lasft!

(Voiceover as highlights play)
CRAIG: Hideo Ikeda, looking to make a splash in his new home. Across the field, Maxi von Hohenstauffen, poised, exudes confidence beyond his years. We start in the eleventh minute, Maxi finds Afinagarov at the top of the box, his shot gets saved by Hawkins. Kemerhadi the rebound, and JUST wide, Jack Thompson.

JACK: Yeah, early on, it looked like the Wings defense was going to show the same weaknesses it did in qualifying. Four very maneuverable attackers on the field for the Boyars, creating mismatches, getting into space. It took some time for the Dancougar midfield to really establish itself and use the numerical advantage to dominate possession.

CRAIG: Dominate they did, with Leyton keeping the ball moving, cycling it around, trying to force that Boyar front line to pull back and help. That makes the defense's life easy, and with Hikaru Waya on the field as a starter, now the Wings feeling like they have more to work with. Here's Boskov taking a shot on goal, minute twenty four, save by Dimitri Kim. Minute twenty eight, Morimoto swings it into the box for Leyton, his header goes over the bar. And minute thirty nine, Ikeda gets the through ball and earns the corner, so no shortage of offense for the Wings. But Kim, solid as a rock, and it's scoreless at halftime. Second half, minute sixty one, Andreyevich curls in the free kick. Maxi with the diving header, beats Hawkins, but Dominica slides in and clears it off the line!

JACK: Tough situation to defend, about thirty yards out, so you knew it was going to be on goal. That was a good read by Dominica to keep back when he saw the danger, he saved the goal.

CRAIG: Moments later, the Black Wings pushing, Hideo Ikeda gets the ball and draws two defenders. Boskov and Waya race forward to help, and Ikeda, strong move, puts the ball in the middle of the box, you know one of them can get that. And it's Borrrrrr~ris Boskov, the quiet man from the Igor Valley, prefers to hang back on defense, but he hangs Kim out to dry here. Low, in the corner, no chance. It's one-nothing.

JACK: It's just like you said, Craig, he prefers to stay back, Boyar defense probably not expecting him to come up for that shot. But that all happened because Ikeda showed some patience and really tried to create something, which Pat French said was something he's been working on with Hideo so he could be productive alone up front.

CRAIG: Precious one-nil lead, but could they hold it? The Boyars with four forwards, trying to push back. Maxi retreating into midfield to try and get that ball, and the man was an absolute machine, five Dancougar midfielders and that one extra guy causing a lot of trouble. Magnus Valerius looking for the equilizer. Afinagarov, denied. Tsushima, denied. And Afiniagarov again! Hawkins saved four shots in the last seven minutes of play, but Morimoto and Leyton regain their composure. And the Dancougar Black Wings open their Cup of Harmony campaign with a hard-fought one-nothing win.

(Locker room interview)
IKEDA: I almost didn't see Boris coming in, there, I was just trying to get an open look but, uh, the second guy came in, four came in, and that delay gave me time to look around for help.

(Studio)
CRAIG: So Dancougar getting it done in the midfield, although a bit shaky against their star player, Maxi.

JACK: Once he decided to pull back a bit, he was really cutting down the time that the guys had to react, until then they were just moving at their own pace. Once he brought in some chaos, they started making mistakes, and that's something they need to work on. But it was a good effort all around, and the defense was able to handle the Boyar four-two-four, that was a question mark coming in as well.

CRAIG: So the Wings get three points from their opener, but if you thought this one was a tough matchup, wait till you see... the sluuuugfest between Jeru FC and the Landau Institute...

At the Jeru FC press conference

Reporter 1: Do you think your boys should have won this game?
Alfredo Neves: Estresse Intenso are ranked above us, we should have but our boys did a great job today. Remember, they are not Jeruselem!
Reporter 2: Do you think you will win this cup?
Alfredo Neves: Well, I think Sel Appa will win this cup actually but our boys will make a big effort to make the final.

Reporter 3: I heard they had a big night out in Jeruselem at some kinky club.
Alfredo Neves: Yes, they did. It was at Kinky Kitties, you know one of Dazza's clubs. They earned it.
Reporter 4: I heard rumours you had a good time too
Alfredo Neves: Well, Queen Skate ambushed me. Nothing happened but she was very friendly. She was very happy with what I did to make this good.

Reporter 5: Are the team ready for finals football?
Alfredo Neves: Of course they are! What a stupid question!
Reporter 6: Did you get your pay rise?
Alfredo Neves: Not yet, maybe a good showing here will do it.

Reporter 7: What did you do to fix this team up?
Alfredo Neves: Well, good old discipline. Real discipline
Reporter 8: Why don't your old team like you?
Alfredo Neves: Ask them, not me. I was doing my job as a coach.

EMPIRE TIMES

Empire Lose First Match
FFB Issues Protest

Last night the Blouman Empire suffered its first defeat at the hands of qualifying final Scotchpinestan 3-1 beginning its cup of harmony campaign poorly. The team started well with Speed scoring in the 20th minute to give the team the lead, however it was short lived with Scotchpinestan levelling the goals just before the break with Jamie Watson finding the back of the net. The second half started well for Scotchpinestan with an early goal in the 48th minute by Watson. The game continued with both sides taking many shots, the empire in this section had 20 shots in goal but only 5 on target, showing that Danner must improve strikers ability before the next match. In the 75th minute a goal was disallowed by the referee due to a bad offside call by the linesman. In the 89th minute the referee called substitute Sam Killner for tripping Igor Volkov in the penalty area and he was red carded. The replay shows that Volkov tripped over his feet. Volkov took the penalty and scored giving Scotchpinestan two goals up and the win 3-1.

Manager Luke Danner said of the loss "Well the referee should have been awarded the man of the match today, he wanted to be the hero and he wanted to influence the game to the result he wanted, this is the first game I have seen where the referee saved a goal and scored one as well". Captain Sam Kiamar was less outspoken "Yes it was a disappointing loss and we can walk away from the game having learnt something, I am still confident that we can recover from this game and go one and play well against the rest of the cup" of the referee poor decision Kiamar said "Well some days we will get decisions that favour us and others we will get those that disadvantage us and whether the decision is right or wrong we must accept the final decision by the referee and abide by those decisions and continue to play to the best of our ability"

The FFB issued a formal protest to the Cup of Harmony officials requesting that they dismiss the referee from officiating over any more games for the rest of this tournament, and that they review the footage of the game to see the blatant mistakes made by the referee over the course of the game

"This is Humed, our new coach... It doesn't speak to media, so we're going to speak on it's behalf." Bob spoke before receiving a sharp elbow in the ribs from Narin.

"Oh, sorry, 'He' and 'his'. Humed is 100% human, and is certainly male... And yeah..."

Edward sighed, he was surrounded crazed idiots, at least however when they promise something they go through with it... even if they are abit odd...

"Rejistanians a weird bunch that speak crazy talk ..."

"Shouldn't you be talking about the match and not how crazy the Rejistanian's talk?" asked one of the reporters

"Hah, you agree that Rejistanian talk funny. I mean, what the heck is a 'han-hi-len-ly, k~hojnahera'ny selme mer'slani'"

The reporters grimaced... "Do you even know what that means?"

"SLANI probably means club..."

"no .nno it must mean League cause Capitalizt SLANI is a league."

"Right... So we're FAIL SLANI?"

"Nah, that doesn't sound right...

"Oh, well, perhaps we'll just keep it as FAIL."

"Fair 'nough."

"Um, Isn't this meant to be a press conference?" asked one of the reporters who

"Right, um, yea... In our thrid game.. blah blah, against Rejistania since Baptism of Fire... blah blah... We've beat them.... 2 out of 3 times.... Blah blah... This cements our position as a force in inter-international football. We are confident about our comming match and the team will be eager to continue showing our dominance."

"And who will you be facing next?"

"Haven't the foggiest offered Bob, you Narin?

"Nope... I haven't Idea, I guess we'll find out when we face them."

By this time Edward was getting... frustrated

"We're playing Acapais in Toca do Tatu... In the Central City of Daehanjeiguk. It's not hard to memorise the fixtures? Alright?"

"Yeah, well that ends the press confrerence, Our next match which we will hope to win is against Acapais.... Whoever they are."

(OOC to GW: in your predictions, you used the wrong tiebreaking criteria. The correct are, in order: points; number of wins; goal difference; goals scored; head-to-head result; playoff match; in case of a draw in the penalty shootout of the playoff match by the result of 20x20, a duel between the captains of the teams using guns)


(OOC: That's what I was basing it on.)
Green wombat Inquirer
Beacuse you really need to know

Jasīʼyūn 4
Green wombat 2

The Wombats put up a great fight, but in the end Jasīʼyūn had a bit too much firepower to contain. Abúndio Buëglo opened up the scoring in the 27th minute and ended the scoring in the 78th minute. Claudia Bard tied it at 1-1 in the 40th minute and William Diehl gave the Wombats a 2-1 lead in the 48th minute. Edna Gordon tied up at 2-2 in the 52nd minute and Jasīʼyūn took the lead for good in the 62nd minute on a goal by Jaŋ Hyūn-sig.

Up next for the Wombats is Violitism @ King Kim Iljei Memorial Football Stadium in Malnira.

Pawtucket National Toilet Wipe
Cause that's all it's good for!


The roboducks did rather well, until the final minute when an unexpected rainstorm drenched the field. The ducks didn't rust or break down, rather they acted like ducks and began to swim around the pitch much to the consternation of Professor Gearlosse.


Professor Gearlosse had this to say after the match:
"I must make some chanzzes to zee programs a bit. Apparently I made zee ducks too duck-like in my programink. A tweak here und dere and zey should be correct."

The lone goal for Prux was scored by Speedy MacDuck in the First minute, the quickest goal scored in team history. The lone The Pazhujeb Islands goal came in the 89th minute.

Estevez Breathes Sigh of Relief
The opening match of the 31st Cup of Harmony was a test for new coach Estevez. Would he turn the declining Turtles around or bring them back from behind? Enormous pressure was placed on the former striker. Sel Appa had faced devastating losses in the World Cup qualifiers that sent them home much earlier than expected. The possibility still loomed that Sel Appa could lose again in the Cup of Harmony.

Estevez brought new ideas and plans for the team and the Cup of Harmony is seen as a testing ground for them. If they work here, then they will probably work in the World Cup. One of the first things he did was increase the offense of Sel Appa from 3-3-4 to 2-3-5. When questioned about leaving only two defenders, he said that "Sel Appan defense is very skilled and Bokegalbaatar is hard to get past". Indeed, the 150kg "gorilla-man" has stopped dozens of shots with just his body. He is considered a human wall that is hard to knock down.

The team hopes to continue their opening game momentum against Beer Served Here, who they played in the Qualifiers and defeated twice in two shutouts. Another win is likely here and the Turtles will probably use this match to practice new moves and plays. Two wins in a row would probably put Sel Appa in front-runner status. They are currently tied for first with Scotchpinestan. Sel Appa is heavily favored to dominate this Cup, being ranked 5th in the world. The second-highest team is Jasi'yun at 26. Winning the tournament would be Sel Appa's first official tournament title.

The Han Empire categorically denies any involvement in the assassination of the Taeshani Ambassador... *reads cue card* By categorically, I mean to say adamantly. And by any, I mean to say no. And by assassination, I mean to say tragic accident.

Yeah. We didn't do it.

(It was Ben O'Bagels with a revolver in the study!)

We, the lawyers of Ben O'Bagels, ravenously, er I mean strongly deny the involvement of Ben O'Bagels in the death of the Taeshani Ambassador. On the night in question he was extremely drunk. He thinks he was at the World Cup, but he may have been at the Cup of Harmony, who knows? Anyway he remembers going to a supermarket and buying a twenty-four can crate of beer and getting on a coach. There were no cans of beer left when the coach arrived at it's destination. He then went to a pub before being kicked out after failing to provide ID (he's the former President! He doesn't need ID.). After that he and the people he was with, a number of females are believed to have been with him went to a park. After a while there they decided to go into the city centre. After crossing the road outside of the park he has no recollection of the night.

He defiantly didn't kill anyone though. He's not an aggressive drunk. He might boisterous but he's not aggressive.

Professor Gearlosse had this to say after the match:
"I must make some chanzzes to zee programs a bit. Apparently I made zee ducks too duck-like in my programink. A tweak here und dere and zey should be correct."


Professor von Steuben turned off the TV and looked at his own creations in the corner of the room, a handful of robotic chickens that were doing everything they could to avoid the fowl-scale football on the floor. His dreams of future RoboCup glory were dashed - another apparently crazy German scientist had beaten him thoroughly! Gearlosse's ducks were already competing with regulars!! Surely they could mop up his bumbling chickens.

Defeat gave way to paranoia. Someone who could create AIs at will... ducks today, footballers tomorrow... surely that was not all he had up his sleeve. 'No... eet ees vorse zen zat,' he thought. Sinister ducks! 'Sink of zem vaddling about in ze dark... ducks! Ducks! Qvack qvack, qvack qvack! Today football, tomorrow... ze vorld! I must find ze boys!'

(OOC to GW: in your predictions, you used the wrong tiebreaking criteria. The correct are, in order: points; number of wins; goal difference; goals scored; head-to-head result; playoff match; in case of a draw in the penalty shootout of the playoff match by the result of 20x20, a duel between the captains of the teams using guns)

I have to correct my fellow colleague here. In Daehanjeiguk, the duel by guns has been replaced by the more amusing kongfu duel to the death (participants must sign a death waiver).

We, the lawyers of Ben O'Bagels, ravenously, er I mean strongly deny the involvement of Ben O'Bagels in the death of the Taeshani Ambassador. On the night in question he was extremely drunk. He thinks he was at the World Cup, but he may have been at the Cup of Harmony, who knows? Anyway he remembers going to a supermarket and buying a twenty-four can crate of beer and getting on a coach. There were no cans of beer left when the coach arrived at it's destination. He then went to a pub before being kicked out after failing to provide ID (he's the former President! He doesn't need ID.). After that he and the people he was with, a number of females are believed to have been with him went to a park. After a while there they decided to go into the city centre. After crossing the road outside of the park he has no recollection of the night.

He defiantly didn't kill anyone though. He's not an aggressive drunk. He might boisterous but he's not aggressive.

(psst! It was the Han Ben O'Bagels! You remember the guy who nuked Tutustan? That's him!)

Against the fifth ranked team in the world, Sel Appa, the Fujisawan Territories lost as expected, 3-1. The lone score for the Territories came from Takuji Motoyoshi in the 77th minute. The Territories were never really much in the game, as Sel Appa dominated throughout.

“We never really came into the match against Sel Appa expecting to win. We didn’t know how to prepare against such a strong team, but in the end, we came away with good experience, and we’ll use that to our advantage in the future,” coach Stephen Distefano said after the match.

Motoyoshi, who replaced the injured Izukoza Yoko in World Cup qualifying has excelled at the forward position and continues to impress fans and staff alike. “He’s made a big impact for us, and we’re satisfied with his performance,” said Distefano.

Up next, the Territories take on the Blouman Empire in Goguryeo Football Stadium.

The Empire Times

Empire Prepares For Battle

The Empire has stated they they are ready for the upcoming match against the Fujisawan Territories, this is a game they are expected to win and is one they must win to keep quarter final hopes alive. 25000 empire fans are expected to descend on Goguryeo Football Stadium for the match with thousands more filling up clubs and pubs across the empire to cheer on their team, support for the team has risen since the World Cup qualifiers and the fans will be hoping that they won't be in for another disappointment.

Manager Luke Danner is confident of today's match "Yes the team is well prepared and is rested for this game, I believe that we can win this game", Captain Sam Kiamar is just as confident, while juggling two balls at once he said "We can easily win this game provided we stay focused, I have a good feeling about this game and the fans will be loving it". Todays game is a must win for the team without the three points the team will have little chance of making the quater finals.

No word yet on a reply to the FFB's protest that was issued to the Cup of Harmony officials over the referee in the game against Scotchpinestan and is hoping that the officials of this tournament will make the judgement the FFB is looking for.

In his office tucked deep in the bowels of KFA Headquarters, Gabriel Kennedy was having a bad day. Drowning in paperwork left over from he and the President's alcohol-fuelled visit to Starblaydia, and with a phone clamped to his ear, was now attempting desperately to get through to his counterpart in Cafundeu.

"...Kennedy. K-E-N-N-E-D-Y. Yes....no, Krytenia. Kry. Ten. Yah. We used to be number one in the world you know...jeez. My message? I want to know if we can count on your FA's vote for the upcoming host elections. Uh-huh...Really? They're all out?....NO, I'M NOT BLOODY TRYING TO SELL SOMETHING!....Yes, I'll call back."

Gabe hung the phone off, and scribbled on the piece of paper in front of him. "Right. Now, Candelaria And Marquez..." he muttered.

He sighed, and dialled another international telephone number. After a few rings, the phone on the other end was answered.

"Hello! Gabe Kennedy here from the Krytenian FA..."

MD02 - RESULTS IN DAE

Group C
Hopeless SC 2–2 Scotchpinestan
Blouman Empire 2–2 Fujisawan Territories
Sel Appa 5–0 Beer Served Here

Group C P W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Sel Appa 2 2 0 0 8 1 +7 6
2 Scotchpinestan 2 1 1 0 5 3 +2 4
3 Hopeless SC 2 0 2 0 3 3 0 2
4 Blouman Empire 2 0 1 1 3 5 −2 1
4 Fujisawan Territories 2 0 1 1 3 5 −2 1
6 Beer Served Here 2 0 1 1 1 6 −5 1

Group D
Prux 1–0 Jasīʼyūn
Green wombat 2–0 Violitism
Krytenia 3–1 The Pazhujeb Islands

Group D P W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Krytenia 2 2 0 0 5 1 +4 6
2 Prux 2 1 1 0 2 1 +1 4
3 Jasīʼyūn 2 1 0 1 4 3 +1 3
4 Green wombat 2 1 0 1 4 4 0 3
5 The Pazhujeb Islands 2 0 1 1 2 4 −2 1
6 Violitism 2 0 0 2 0 4 −4 0

CCFM COMMENTS ABOUT BLOUMAN EMPIRE'S COMPLAINTS ABOUT REFEREEING

After hearing the complaints of Blouman Empire representatives about a refereeing mistakes that were made in the game between Blouman Empire against Scotchpinestan, the president of the CCFM, Erasmo Carlos Jowenguard, who is also one of the main people involved in organizing the Cup of Harmony, talked with the media. He said:

"After watching the tape of the game, I must admit that the disallowed goal shouldn't be disallowed. The player wasn't in offside position. But, about the penalty, I must disagree with them. For them, Volkov tripped over his feet. I agree that this happened, but this only happened because the player Killnner hit Volkov's heel, causing him to lose the balance. One bad call, one right call. These things happen in every game."

When questioned if the CCFM will accept Blouman Empire's demand to remove the officials involved from other matches involving the team, Jowenguard said: "First of all, the CCFM doesn't decide this alone. This is a WCC-sanctioned event, so the WCC must have a word on this matter too, and I'm sure that they will just ignore Blouman Empire's complaints. And I must say that, as these things happen, although it's sad... Mr. Tessen (Jean-Charles Tessen, from Oliverry, the referee of the game) will continue in the competition. At least the Blouman Empire fans can be happier with the fact that, in this Cup of Harmony, he probably won't whistle another game of Blouman Empire or Scotchpinestan, due to the big number of referees involved in the competition."

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CCFM SENDS NOTE ABOUT ALFREDO NEVES'S REPUTATION

We, of the CCFM, can't tell you how does the supporters of the whole country feel about Alfredo Neves's working style, but we can tell you about what we think about him. Alfredo is a very good coach, experienced and with an efficient training style. He has shown in many teams that he has quality, and that's why he worked in the Cafundelense NT in World Cup 35 qualifiers. Unfortunately, his work in our NT was the worst of our history, and because of that many fans of Cafundéu blame him for our failure in going to the World Cup on that edition.

This happens often in Cafundéu. The coach is blamed for everything. But, in Alfredo's case, the supporters may be right. Alfredo's training style is too tough and he is too disciplinarian for a National Team with talented players like Cafundéu. The players disliked him, and that's why he probably failed in his job here. But this doesn't mean that we hate him or that he isn't a good coach, is simply that he didn't work well here. But, for example, if you ask Cafundó do Juta fans about him, you'll see that he is admired in the silver team. Of course, he won a national title with Cafundó do Juta.

ooc: many apologies - the meeting lasted longer than expected (like two hours!!!)

IFA Chairman: What the hell is taking these scores so long to get out to the media? Haven't the teams played alrerady?

Some guy: Uhm, they're playing out there right now. And the whistle has just blown!

IFA Chairman: What was the delay?

Some guy: Ducks... robotic ducks at that.

IFA Chairman: What?

Some guy: Ducks.

IFA Chairman: I don't care, just get these scores out now!


MD2 Cafundeu Scores
Group A
The Supermarket 1–2 Dancougar
Magnus Valerius 2–3 Jeru FC
Estresse Intenso 5–1 Kelssek

Group A P W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Dancougar 2 2 0 0 3 1 +2 6
2 Estresse Intenso 2 1 1 0 6 2 +4 4
3 Jeru FC 2 1 1 0 4 3 +1 4
4 Kelssek 2 1 0 1 3 5 −2 3
5 Magnus Valerius 2 0 0 2 2 4 −2 0
6 The Supermarket 2 0 0 2 1 4 −3 0


Group B
Yafalonia and Bazor 2 1–0 Acapais
Lovisa 1–1 Jariss
Taeshan 0–0 Rejistania

Group B P W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Yafalonia and Bazor 2 2 2 0 0 3 0 +3 6
2 Acapais 2 1 0 1 2 1 +1 3
3 Jariss 2 0 2 0 1 1 0 2
4 Taeshan 2 0 2 0 0 0 0 2
5 Lovisa 2 0 1 1 1 3 −2 1
6 Rejistania 2 0 1 1 0 2 −2 1

!!!ATTENTION!!!

Public Service Announcement:

As I am going to be out at work tomorrow, and work doesn't let me out until after 0230GMT (0930 EST), scores for Cafundeu will not be out until after 0300GMT. I am unaware of any delay for Saturday, but if such a delay is necessary, I will make a similar announcement at that time. Sunday and any time after that should be fine, and scores will be posted accordingly at around 0000GMT.

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(Fancy title graphic)
CRAIG: Welcome back to "The Box," along with Jack Thompson. The Olímpico Imperial, site of the Black Wings' match against The Supermarket, a team that needs to double their effort instead of their coupons if they're going to hang in this thing. The Wings, meanwhile, looking to stretch their unbeaten streak on neutral territory to nine games.

(Voiceover during highlights)
CRAIG: To the city of Lux. Hikaru Waya, looking in impact the game as a starter the way he did as a substitute. But the first fifteen minutes belonged to Hideo Ikeda, the team's leading scorer, the team's lone striker, and for the beginning of this match, the scourge of the Supermarket defense. Strong move through the defense in minute three, hits the post with this effort. On the corner here, gets the head on it, not strong enough. His time would come in minute twelve, when Ikeda... receives the ball twenty five yards out. He's alone. And he's rumblin'... he's bumblin'... he's stumblin'... dribbles through the defense, almost loses his footing, but beats the keeper! Top shelf! And the Wings lead one-nil, Jack.

JACK: And that's what the Wings have really needed to do - come out in a match and take control right away. Too often they hang back and go down early, but against the Supermarket, they had the confidence to push up and feed Ikeda the ball. The midfield, too, doing a good job in possession.

CRAIG: Ah, but the Supermarket had the recipe for a comeback. Six servings of patience, three of creativity. Mix in three forwards, free kicks used sparingly, and you have minute thirty five. Hawkins is screened, it curls in over the box, and Hawkins is going to dive... not gonna get there! It's knotted at one with ten minutes till the half. We break it down, and looking at the defense, it seems to me like everyone was in position.

JACK: Yeah, you can't put the blame on them, this was just a really good free kick. Struck it perfectly, placed it just out of Hawkins' reach. It was always going to the back of the net.

CRAIG: All tied up, second half now, and the Supermarket still looking for the go ahead goal. Black Wing midfield, seemed to drift out of the game, starting to get back into it. Leyton starting to challenge for the ball, playing more physically, Boskov easing up, forcing the Supermarket defense to adjust. And Akira Morimoto on that right wing, cross into the box, Holmes slides in, but can't pull the trigger! Mistimes the jump, but you have to sense that the Wings, a little better conditioned, a little more fit, starting to take advantage of a tired opposition. Hikaru Waya on the left wing, touches it off to Leyton. And it's a wall pass! Waya, past the last man, and he could... go... all... the... way!! It's Waya with the goal, far post!

JACK: Forced the defender to commit and play the ball, and that let Waya slip behind. The hands go up, but you take a look at the entire field. Defender on the other end of the field keeps him onside, and no one can reach Waya in time. Walks in on goal.

CRAIG: That goal coming with about twenty minutes left, and a few late subs by the Supermarket, trying to bring on some fresh energy. But the Black Wings have some depth, too, bringing on Naylen and Saegusa to close down that attack. And at the end of the day, the bottom of the food chain belongs to the chain of food... the Supermarket. Beaten. Two to one, Black Wings move to two and oh in group play.

(Locker room interview)
WAYA: Jere got a really good read on the defense to chip it up there, it took me awhile to realize I was actually on and had that run open. After that I just tried to put it on goal before I overshot it.

(Locker room interview)
DOMINICA: We started to assert our strength as the second half wore on, they weren't playing too physical.

(Press conference)
FRENCH: We had a good pace, I thought, weren't afraid to play the ball. We wore them down a bit in the second half, and you like to see the ref let them play, make sure the only yellows on the field were the bowl of Corn Flakes in the back.

(Studio)
CRAIG: So after matchday two, here's how they stand. The Wings have six points and sit atop the table, but we will see if they're for real in the next one. The Landau Institute come calling, and they looked very impressive tonight, five to one over Kelssek, Jack.

JACK: And this is their last tournament they'll play in, so they're hoping to go out on a good note. They play a style very similar to ours, a three-five-two and they balance attack and defense very well. Diamond midfield, so very flexible, it will be interesting to see how Pat French lays out a plan to deal with that. This match will definitely be won in the middle of the field.

CRAIG: Doctors and patients alike used to wearing white, although they like to get out, where the kits are less restrictive and the only padding to be had... is worn around the shins. We send it back to Sportscenter for now, but... BUT... later in the show, we'll be back to bring you the latest on the Turtles of Sel Appa, did they have a happy hour and a half against Beer Served Here? And how are Yafalona and Bazor 2 getting along their new HUMAN head coach? You don't want to miss any of that on "The Box."

Today I witnessed with my own two eyes the Rejistania vs Taeshan soccer match. I was uterly bored by the match. I have always thought that are team could never be matched as a defensive power in the world of soccer. Tad Montague showed it in todays and the game before todays 90 minutes. He has not let a single goal in, But as you may have noticed our offense is just a tick above Horrible. Well I being the coach of taeshan after todays bitter upset of a tie, am writing to you to tell you the news of our offensive changes our style modifier as you may know is low, but for the rest of the cup i would sincerely hope you can change it to 0 so our lack of offense may be changed to a total lack of anything.
Sicerely Bored,
Zeke

Green wombat Inquirer
Beacuse you really need to know

Green wombat 2
Violitism 0

The Wombats shut down the one-man team from Violitism 2-0, lead by a pait of gaols from acting Head Coach Greta O'Bannon. She came on as a substitute for an injured Jill Caffey in the 79th minute, and scored in the 83rd and 88th minutes. Caffey's injury is not serious, just a severe contusion to the thigh. It is expected that Phillip Milligan will start in her stead the next match.

Up next for the Wombats is Prux @ Sanghae National Football Stadium, Sanghae

Pawtucket National Toilet Wipe
Cause that's all it's good for!


The roboducks did rather well, and the rains held off and Prux stunned Jasīʼyūn 1-0, marking the highest ranked team Prux has ever defeated in international play.

Professor Gearlosse had this to say after the match:
"Ze adjuztments I make to ze ducks were perfect. Imputink past tactial data from Jasīʼyūn's past matches didzn't hurt eizer. I shudder to zink how ze team will do against those vombats. I zink zey vill beat zem badly. "

The lone goal for Prux was scored by Speedy MacDuck in the 67th minute.

In other news, Professor Gearlosse has publicly denied rumors that he shared his technology with one Professor von Steuben of Dancougar. According to our sources, however, Profs. von Steuben and Gearlosse did exchange basic information about each other's projects about 4 years ago. Whether or not Professor Gearlosse stole any of Professor von Steuben designs or technology has yet to be determined.

(ooc to Dancougar: Sorry about the Robo-Chickens, try Robo-Ferrets or Robo-Weasels...lol and also sorry about cribbing your idea of a wierd Greman scientist. Although I did have the idea for the Robo-ducks, once i was eliminated for the WC.)

(ooc to Dancougar: Sorry about the Robo-Chickens, try Robo-Ferrets or Robo-Weasels...lol and also sorry about cribbing your idea of a wierd Greman scientist. Although I did have the idea for the Robo-ducks, once i was eliminated for the WC.)

(OOC: Actually, I thought it was great, so I brought the chickens out to have a bit of fun with it ^_^ Who knows, this could be the start of a beautiful rivalry. That no one will be able to read because of the z's and v's everywhere.)

JARISS RENAISSANCE PRESS
“No storm shall silence us!”

So Far So Good
After the Spiders first two matches the team must be feeling pretty good about themselves right now. Finding themselves facing the top two seeds in the group Jariss managed to first hold Taeshan to a scoreless draw and followed that up with a 1-1 draw with top seeded Lovisa. However the rather lowly two points gained so far has the team only one point out of second and the final qualifying spot. While Yafalonia and Bazor has proven to be the class of the group early on with a pair of wins to sit three points clear of the field, and are in fact the highest remaining seed for the Spiders to face, that second spot is still wide open.

Here Jariss does seem to have an edge given the remaining teams are much closer to their own rank than the first two matches while the rest of the group has yet to play one or both of them. On the other hand the team will need to find a way for Minna Dawo to start putting some goals in the net. Given the strong Spiders defense even one goal might be the difference between wins and draws in the next three matches. With first Rejistania then Acapais before the final showdown with Y&B2 the team still has some tough teams to face if they plan to move on and wins will be needed in at least two of these matches it is felt for the team to seriously have a chance to move on. We caught up with Coach Leni Banama after the Lovisa match and here’s what he had to say.

“Well we’re still in the hunt here. Had a couple of very good matches with the two best teams in the group and came away even. Tali was great in net and Minna came through with that late equalizer to get us a hard earned point today. The team is feeling pretty confident right now and is glad to see no one is giving them much of a shot, as if this team needed any additional encouragement to do well. Everyone’s feeling pretty good, high energy levels in both matches so I don’t see anyone getting worn out like we did in the Cup qualifiers. We have Rejistania next, should be another tough match but we’re ready win or lose.”

OOC: Stupid Deutsche Telekom which still wasn't able to switch the line over to the competitor, I have a contract with, ie: no 'net from home!

IC:
After the internal strife within the ASATLR (Asene Sekhika Asene'tes Linux ve Rejistaniha), the local association Sehidate Esuvortu KaMaRi sent a KaMaRian selection to the Cup of Harmony, boldly declaring that they are representing the entire rejistanian association-of-nations. The team, which travelled to Cafundéu consists of:

Coach: Tahik I Ly (of Sutene Sekhika)

Goalkeepers:
Alik Hana, age 28, KaMaRi Xentira
(Jatu Karil, age 26, Kimiuntu Kimi)
(Hyku Kansu, age 23, Karela Veran)

Defenders:
Jasuki Lyku, age 20, Hanin Sekhika
Jaru Sia, age 23, Hades Lavemje
Inik Salu, age 27, Sikane Sekhika
Jyi I Asnu, age 30, Hamatil Hetaki
Suvenu Ariu, age 25, Karela Lines
(Karela Kansu, age 27, Hades Lavamje)
(Janek Salan, age 19, Matix Veran)
(Iatana Hetu, age 20, Solidarije Sekhika)
(Lyku Kansu-I Hetarim, age 21, KaMaRi Xentira)
(Kiju Taku, age 17, Sutene Sekhika)

Midfielders:
Erali Hana, age 25, Kimiuntu Kimi
Desentij Jakutak~hi, age 23, KaMaRi Karela
Hana Estavilir, age 30, Sosieta Riandu
(Siki Amu, age 20, Lasane Juniversitije Junis)
(Sijak Syku, age 23, KaMaRi Xentira)
(Ilek Huvarim, age 26, Solidarije Sekhika)

Those other players: :)
Hilat Takil, age 19, Kalimnintan 1978'la
Ken Hetinx, age 23, Setak~hir Sekhika
(Ijuru Il-Kiu, age 24, Matix Omeh)
(Soveri Kiuta, age 22, Karela Lines)

The Territories were able to keep pace with the Blouman Empire in a tight game, drawing 2-2 in the end. Hirokazu Reizei scored in the 39th minute, and Naozane Watari in the 68th for the Territories.

We’re not a very consistent team. We’re all over the map, so it’s hard to focus It’s going to be a long time before we settle into a groove,” coach Stephen Distefano said.

Up next for the Fujisawan Territories is a match against Beer Served Here in Emperor Gojong Football Stadium, Hangyeong.

Expected Win Increases Momentum
A win over Beer Served Here was expected, but it still increases the Turtles' momentum in the critical group stage. This momentum of morale and confidence will ensure that Sel Appa continues to do well as it recovers from a crushing failure to qualify for the 39th World Cup. The Turtles scored five goals: two from Flavio Tartaruga, and one each from Lenny Nkuma, Karl Gepardo, and Karisi Kopel. Beer Served Here was unable to score a single goal.

The match gives further credibility to Estevez's new strategy that employs a much bigger offensive focus. The former striker has been ecstatic about the wins, calling it "a new era in Sel Appan football". The new coach hopes to practice his new strategies and ideas in the Cup of Harmony to plan for improvements before the next qualifiers, where he hopes to do much better than this Cup's qualifiers.

Sel Appa turns to Scotchpinestan next in the Cup of Harmony Group Stage. Another win is expected, but Sel Appa has no record to forecast anything. Regardless, the odds and bettors are in Sel Appa's favor. Another win would boost their run further and just about prevent any possibility of not going through. A fourth win after that would pretty much seal the deal for Sel Appa to go through.

Cup of Harmony – MD2

http://spaam.mrdrake.net/flags/acapais.png Acapais : Yafalonia and Bazor 2 http://spaam.mrdrake.net/flags/yafalonia_and_bazor_2.png
0:1 (0:1)


Match Report:
Toca do Tatu, Central City – After a satisfying win over Lovisa 2-0 in matchday one of Cup of Harmony 31, Acapais were defeated 1-0 by Yafalonia and Bazor 2. The only goal of the match was a stellar header from forward Racheal Kneal.

The experience from Yafalonia and Bazor 2 showed throughout the match that they were the better side. Possession favored the winners 64% to 36% after fulltime. Acapais were limited to only seven goal attempts with only two being on target. Chances came from Jose Castro whose curling right footer was deflected for a corner kick by goalkeeper Graham Noh'arms. James Fronberry’s penalty kick attempt in the 71st minute was also pushed away by the keeper.

The Yafalonia and Bazor 2 goal was one of football genius. Patiently waiting for the perfect passes paid off when Daris Caollan beat Sample on the flank and crossed in a beautiful ball. Racheal Kneal’s finishing was top class.

The penalty kick for Acapais was another questionable call by the officials. Replays show that Paroe’s cross hit Umar Ventrarar’s chest yet the referee pointed to the spot. That is the second match in a row that officials made incorrect calls in favor of Acapais.

Despite the loss, Acapais are sitting in 2nd place in Group B after matchday two. Matchday three opponents are Taeshan, who are in 4th with two draws.

Scoring:
Yafalonia and Bazor 2 – Kneal (Caollan) 42

Booking:
Acapais – Zachary McKellar (caution; Reckless foul) 12
Acapais – Dave Lugini (caution; Reckless foul) 68

Acapais Starting Lineup:
Paul Junxton (GK); Bradly Sample, Rex Agitril, Kyle Rummy, Derek Sample (Dave Lugini 51); Pablo (Jason Wellington 75), Zachary McKellar; Henry Paroe, James Fronberry (C), Al Vick Osman; Jose Castro

Next Match:
vs Taeshan @ C-Electronics, Astari

Acapais Starters: Paul Junxton (GK); Bradly Sample, Rex Agitril, Kyle Rummy, Derek Sample; Pablo, Zachary McKellar; Henry Paroe, James Fronberry (C), Al Vick Osman; Jose Castro
Available Subs: Hunchman O'Hare, Nick Daniels, Jason Wellington, Benjamin Nelson, Dave Lugini

Injuries/Supensions:


Acapais Goal Scorers:
1 – James Fronberry
1 – Jose Castro

Acapais Assists Leaders:
1 – James Fronberry
1 – Zach McKellar

Acapais Yellow Cards:
1 – Pablo
1 – Jose Castro
1 – Brad Sample
1 – Zachary McKellar
1 – Dave Lugini

Acapais Red Cards:


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Acapais RP Threads
Roster Thread (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13454007&postcount=4)

Gabriel, still buried in his mountain of paperwork, sighed heavily. His eyelids seemed to be magnetised; draw together by a powerful yet invisible force. He took a gulp of cold, viscous coffee and shuddered; even though it was of a strength that would make a Rejistanian's head spin, it seemed to do no good in curing his fatigue. How long had he been working? He'd lost track of time; it felt like he'd been working for sixty or seventy hours straight. He reached for the next piece of paperwork, and things started to move in slow motion...

"Mr Kennedy? Mr Kennedy?" A young lady, one of Gabe's clerical staff, was gently trying to nudge him awake. He mumbled a reply, which sounded oddly like "bacon, eggs and a muffin."

"Mr Kennedy? It's Sarah from Admin. We've been worried about you, you need to wake up now, K?"

Gabriel gingerly raised his head, the cobwebs in his brain making every movement a chore. He swatted off a piece of paper that had become attached to his face while he was asleep. He looked an utter mess.

"What time is it?" Gabriel, still disorientated, furrowed his brow. "What day is it?"

"It's Friday. You've been asleep for a week, boss."

That small tidbit of information immediately swept away Gabriel's mental cobwebs. He got up, sending his leather office chair speeding backwards into a filing cabinet with a resounding crash. "Holy shit! I need to get to the Han!"

Gabriel rushed past his subordinate anbd headed out of the door. As he disappeared around a corner, Sarah shouted after him.

"You might want to shower first, boss!"

Gabe paused to sniff his underarm, and immediately realised this was a bad idea. Only the depths of his willpower stopped him from vomiting until he reached the executive bathroom at the other end of the corridor.

Cafundelense famous pop singer Lino Daniel appears out of nowhere and says:

"Oh yeah! Come on, this is a RP cutoff for the countries in the Han Empire, babe! Wait the results, they'll appear soon, in this same post, okay my fans?"

Then he disappears

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MD03 - Results in Daehanjeiguk

Group C
Fujisawan Territories 1–0 Beer Served Here
Scotchpinestan 1–2 Sel Appa
Hopeless SC 0–1 Blouman Empire

Group C P W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Sel Appa 3 3 0 0 10 2 +8 9
2 Scotchpinestan 3 1 1 1 6 5 +1 4
3 Blouman Empire 3 1 1 1 4 5 −1 4 *
3 Fujisawan Territories 3 1 1 1 4 5 −1 4 *
5 Hopeless SC 3 0 2 1 3 4 −1 2
6 Beer Served Here 3 0 1 2 1 7 −6 1

*teams tied in all tiebreakers


Group D
Violitism 0–3 The Pazhujeb Islands
Jasīʼyūn 4–1 Krytenia
Prux 3–2 Green wombat

Group D P W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Prux 3 2 1 0 5 3 +2 7
2 Jasīʼyūn 3 2 0 1 8 4 +4 6
3 Krytenia 3 2 0 1 6 5 +1 6
4 The Pazhujeb Islands 3 1 1 1 5 4 +1 4
5 Green wombat 3 1 0 2 6 7 −1 3
6 Violitism 3 0 0 3 0 7 −7 0

Group A
Jeru FC 1–0 Kelssek
Dancougar 0–4 Estresse Intenso
The Supermarket 0–0 Magnus Valerius

Group A P W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Estresse Intenso 3 2 1 0 10 2 +8 7
2 Jeru FC 3 2 1 0 5 3 +2 7
3 Dancougar 3 2 0 1 3 5 −2 6
4 Kelssek 3 1 0 2 3 6 −3 3
5 Magnus Valerius 3 0 1 2 2 4 −2 1
6 The Supermarket 3 0 1 2 1 4 −3 1


Group B
Jariss 1–2 Rejistania
Acapais 2–2 Taeshan
Yafalonia and Bazor 2 1–1 Lovisa

Group B P W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Yafalonia and Bazor 2 3 2 1 0 4 1 +3 7
2 Acapais 3 1 1 1 4 3 +1 4
3 Rejistania 3 1 1 1 2 3 −1 4
4 Taeshan 3 0 3 0 2 2 0 3
5 Jariss 3 0 2 1 2 3 −1 2
6 Lovisa 3 0 2 1 2 4 −2 2



Group Inquiries

Analysts in the Han Empire reviewing matches in Cafundeu have seen a few trends that seem odd. First trend - countries lacking any significant media coverage seem to also lack any capacity to win any matches. Could it be possible that countries that have more extensive coverage of their national teams actually perform better on the field? Analysts are considering this a possibility, as well as the Pastafarian theory that the almight FSM is secretly making these results skewed in the almighty FSM's favor. Another trend - Taeshan lies to draw. Literally. We've seen artistic renditions of van Gogh and von Hohenzollern, but especially when it comes to drawing matches, it doesn't matter who they play. They draw. It's a sound strategy that's kept them undefeated in three matches and in a comfortable 4th position, but if they want to qualify for the knockout round, they are going to have to start winning some matches.

Not much else to report.

(ooc: I changed your playing style, Taeshan. Don't blame me for yet another draw. :))

"Guys I know you're tired safter a 90 minute game out there, But come onj. How do you go out there an tie lowly Acapais. I mean how do you fing tie a mostly brand new team. You've been playing soccer together four seven years. Yet you're still the freaking mecca of football suckiness. You guys have tied 3 games in this Cup of harmony. You should have easily beaten all three teams we've played. Yet you're still in 4th place. I mean you guys make me look bad and i'm the most highly renowned sportsplayer in the whole damned country who is literally biased towards fing Baseball. You guys suck".

He walks out of the room and the players are left to think abaout this.

Pawtucket National Toilet Wipe
Cause that's all it's good for!


The roboducks poorly today, but some halftime adjustments by Professor Gearlosse allowed the team to storm back and win the match 3-2 over Green wombat.

Professor Gearlosse had this to say after the match:
"I acciduntly left in ze program to defeat Jasīʼyūn und did not realize my miztake until ze half. But ze team did vin de match and zat's ze important thing."

The goals for Prux were scored by Jumbo Duck, Mumbo Duck and Dumbo Duck.

Green wombat Inquirer
Beacuse you really need to know

Prux 3
Green wombat 2

Green wombat jumped out to a 2-0 lead on goals from Jill Caffey and Danica Howes, but mid-match adjustments by Professor Gearlosse of Prux allowed the robotic ducks to steal the match. The ducks named Jumbo, Mumbo and Dumbo Duck scored for Prux.

Up next for the Wombats is Krytenia @ Gwangdong Imperial Sports Complex and Stadium, Gwangju. A win is needed to have any chance of advancement.

(Wam, boom, pow!)
ANNOUNCER: Buy... or Sell!

ROBERT: Buy or Sell time, first item up for bid, Jon Holmes. Holmes is a mostly anonymous starter, and he showed us why in last night's four-nil drubbing at the hands of the Landau Institute. Holmes was repeatedly outplayed for loose balls, made bad pass after bad pass, and earned a yellow card foul that led to Landau's second goal, which opened the floodgates early in the second half. Guys, buy or sell Holmes as a starter against Jeru FC.

JAY: Selling, Vincennes, and here's why. Jeru FC is a must win if they want to get out of the first round, and the army boys attack more than Landau does! (+2) And if the Wings are going to stay in it, they need to cut off those attacks in the midfield where they start, but you need all five guys in there capable of shutting down opposing players. Holmes has never really caught anyone's eye as being a shut-down defensive midfielder, and he was awful last right. (+2) Mann and Yeisles are going to have a field day on him.

DREW: I'm buying, Jay, so what if he had one bad game? Everyone has bad games, and you have to remember, the guy he marked most of the game, Bira, he doesn't play you straight-up. He's all over the field, he sees things, and he reacts in ways that you can't really predict. And (MUTE! -1)

ROBERT: But it's another four-nothing loss, Drew, and where do you get off saying, "Give him a break, he was marking a madman." If he was good enough, he'd still be able to react.

DREW: I would respond to that, but I'm up against a madman! (MUTE! -1) (laughing)

ROBERT: (laughing) Maybe so, but he controls the points. Go ahead, Nakahara.

KENJI: Selling, it's the kind of anonymity that cost Jeff Cale the starting job, and Bira was just exposing one of the weaknesses of the midfield in that these guys still have trouble reacting to quick-changing plays. (+2) To be fair, it wasn't just Holmes. Leyton was having problems with the Wanderer, you'd expect better, but the Wanderer's experience was really a telling factor, he knew his guys inside and out, and controlled the game very well. But Holmes was definitely the trouble man, and they kept going his way when it became clear he was giving a lot up, and the Wings didn't adjust when they needed it. (+1)

BRADLEY: I'll buy, if only because Naylen's the only guy on the bench who's gotten substantial playing time, the other guys are still unproven at this level. (+2) Hey, the Wings are going to take away a lot of positive lessons from this, going against a team with a similar playing style and coming away with the bad loss. It really exposes some of the flaws in their system, French will go over the game tape, he'll pound it into these guys. (+2) Holmes has kept his job because he doesn't make the flashy play, he makes the routine stops, and fatigue just caught up with him last night. (+1)

ROBERT: We move on. Reports out of Cafundeu indicating that there's a statistical link between media coverage and a team's performance. The report mentions several possible explanations, none of them particularly convincing. Fellas, buy or sell the media as a factor in the scorelines.

KENJI: Sure, I'll buy that, and it's kind of a stretch, but the media's involvement is an indicator of the level of support a team has. You look at a team like Cafundeu, where football is all over the papers and pervades the society, they obviously have a lot of support for the team, so a lot of time and effort gets poured in to making it a top squad. (+3) Good coverage also tends to point out flaws in the team, it opens them up to wider analysis, and it helps the team gauge where they stand back home, it's a bit of direction to help make the fans happy. (+2)

JAY: Selling. Did you read this thing? I went through and I saw the most bizarre explanations. Flying Spaghetti Monster, Margaret, Mecha Margaret, Chaos Theory, Cosmic Inflation... there's no basis for this! (+2) I don't know if they were trying to send some sort of hidden message to the participants, "Hey, it's not the World Cup, but this tournament still matters," or maybe "Professor Gearlosse isn't the only guy with academic credentials." (+2) If you want to do the math, fine, but they're reaching for data. It's a given that if you look hard enough, you can find something that coincidentally matches up.

DREW: I'll buy it. The report says its only a general trend, not a fact of life, and I think Kenji has it mostly right. But it's hard to strike a balance between good media coverage and excessive blather. We here at DSPN have been pounding out a lot of redundant coverage, almost four hours of programming every night, the same topics with different guys talking about it, and we're a real up and down squad. (+3) I think it's not enough for the coverage to be there, it needs to have the quality to attract fans to the game. It needs to be interesting, it needs to be fun. It needs flavor, Vincennes!

BRADLEY: Absolutely right, Drew, and I'll buy it, too, since it is, indeed, a reflection of the footballing culture. And don't think it's just the attention generated by the media, either. There's plenty that goes on behind the scenes. Regular people getting involved, take those two kids who invented the Horrible Hand-Towel on a whim and had that motorcycle thing, those are the kinds of stories that these tournaments need to generate. (+3) The teams need to know that what they're doing is appreciated, and the hosts also like to know that the nations taking part are really in it, not just dogging along just to say, "Hey, at least we got some ranking points." (+2)

ROBERT: You want flavor, Drew Papes, how about a serving of mute? (MUTE! -1) Last topic up for discussion, we alluded to it earlier. Jeru FC, Dancougar, the team that wins this one is probably moving on at the expense of the loser, while a tie will make matchday five crucial for both. The army boys haven't generated too much offense with their three-four-three, but the Wings just let up four to a team that doesn't attack as a rule. Buy or sell switching back to the four-four-two!

BRADLEY: I'll sell that, part of the reason for bringing on the fifth midfield was to get Waya out there, the problem with too many forwards is not having enough midfielders to feed the ball up for attacks. (+2) With the fitness and conditioning that Jeru FC are going to bring into this, I think they need the extra men in the midfield to try and cope. Uggen Caveman in particular is someone that no one on the Wing roster can really match up against, so they'll need help to deal with his strength. (+2) And Cale was baggage for most of qualifying.

KENJI: I'll also sell. Three forwards for Jeru FC, they'll need the extra guys in the midfield just to come back and defend, Brad! (+1) Ikeda has been doing much better on his own because he's been getting more touches. He had two good chances before halftime against Landau, it was the brilliance of Durao that kept it from being four-one or four-two. (+2) I think they need to rest up, learn what went wrong, and try to study what some of these other teams have done to keep Jeru's goal total down.

JAY: What's wrong with you people? You have to buy this, Vincennes, and we need to go further. Fight fire with fire, we say it every single time! They need to get early goals, nothing comes from hanging back and just trying to deal with opponent's attacks. With that kind of mindset, how can you expect to win? (+3) You're saying you're an inferior side before you've even given it a chance. Listen, you put Cale out there, you leave Waya on instead of Holmes, let him and Morimoto attack on the sides, and you get an overlapping four-two-four! (+2)

DREW: Ever the strategist, Jay, but you're the one who's wrong. You have to sell this! If we've learned anything from watching this team play, it's that they tend to bounce back from bad losses like this. (+2) It comes from Pat French putting in a vote of confidence that he's got the guys on the field that he wants, playing the strategy he wants, and just because one team got it right against them means you just need to work that much harder to fix it. (+3) Look for Leyton to step up against Yeisles, that'll be a great duel in midfield, and Ikeda will be taking shots. He really wants goals for this Cafundeu crowd. (+1)

(Horn blows!)
ROBERT: That's it for Buy or Sell. Papes, you came on strong at the end, but it's still not enough, you're the low man! Any last words?

DREW: If rubber chickens invoke Margaret, do robotic ducks do it for Mecha Margaret? (MUTE! -1)

ROBERT: I'm not sure we want to go through THAT again. Out of Bounds is next. And later... Taeshan continues to draw, perhaps they just want to ram the point home, and there are no losers in a game of good faith? And with Scotchpinestan out of the way, can anyone stop the Turtles? HORN!

The Isangrad Times
Boyars Off To Rocky Start in CoH

Well, it has been a while since the Isangrad Times has published a story on the Boyars! The odds are quite against them as they have lost their first two games, first to 1 to nil loss byDancougar and next to a 2-3 defeat at the hands of Jeru FC. The losses are rather disheartening, but considering that those two squadrons are of higher caliber than the inexperienced Boyars, they are probably over most of their worries if they can pull off some wins in their next matchdays. After all, the games versus Dancouger and Jeru FC were cutting it close.

"We are confident in our national team," reports Coach Ilyanich, "in such a way that we will win at least one game in this Cup of Harmony!"

Maximilian von Hohenstauffen has been delivering goals on a consistent basis, scoring the two goals in the game against Jeru FC. The Valerian offense is doing a rather decent job and that is a plus. The defense of the Boyars, however, is lagging a little behind the performance of the offensive tempo. Dimitri Kim can keep the goals away rather well as seen in the opening game against Dancougar, but the rest of the defensive line falters and lets too many opponents to get in close. Koksegu Daritai is perhaps the key best defensive players on the team and often has to make up for the mishaps of his fellow defensive linemen. In general, however, the Boyars are doing just fine and are destined to gain some well-needed experience in preparation for the next World Cup.

As for the general atmosphere in Cafundeu, the players have been rather too laid back, in Coach Ilyanich's opinion. "This Portuguese-speaking country and their most attractive woman has riled up a lot of our young players's hormones," he comments. "There's something quite sexy about a young, bikini-clad Canfudelense woman speaking in her Lusitanian tongue." As soon as finishing the interview, however, Ilyanich was later seen escorted by two hot young Cafundelense women in a club.

Cup of Harmony – MD3

http://spaam.mrdrake.net/flags/acapais.png Acapais : Taeshan http://spaam.mrdrake.net/flags/taeshan.png
2:2 (1:1)


Match Report:
C-Electronics, Astari – After a 1-0 narrow defeat to Yafalonia and Bazor 2, Acapais drew level to Taeshan 2-2 in a tense 90-minute thriller. Manager Stephanie Horne is now 1-1-1 in her first Cup of Harmony tournament.

Brad Sample started the night’s scoring in the 26th minute. However, he accidentally placed the ball into the back of his own net, from miscommunication between the right-back and keeper Paul Junxton. Acapais’s goalkeeper was furious; yelling at the youngster in a violent fashion. Junxton was later seen kicking his own goalposts in frustration. Taeshan had the first lead of the match.

Later in the first half, Fronberry’s pass to Jose was back-heeled to Henry Paroe who curled a left-footer to the far post which goal keeper Tad Montague could not reach. The teams went to the locker rooms level 1-1.

Jose Castro hit his second goal of the tournament off a cross from Al Vick Osman. Jose’s head initially hit the post but bounced to his feet and was able to finish properly. Acapais was in the driver’s seat in the 55th minute with a 2-1 lead.

Temperature of the match rose steadily following a reckless studs-up challenge into Acapais goalkeeper Paul Junxton by Hele, which led to a caution for the forward. Junxton from that point on clearly lost focus in the game and was tempered. The next Taeshan attack was led by Hele. Once inside the penalty area, Junxton maliciously attacked Hele to the point of a broken nose and bleeding. Both Acapais and Taeshan personnel tried to restrain Junxton and as a result, there was no altercation between anyone else on the field. After Juxnton was restrained, he was shown the red card, and a penalty kick was the result. Acapais replaced midfielder, Pablo, with substitute goalkeeper Hunchman O'Hare. Carsin Palmer took the penalty kick. O'Hare guessed correctly but could not hold on, and Zeke Jr. was there to clean up the mess for the match’s equalizer and final goal.

Hele is expected to return for the Taeshan match vs Yafalonia and Bazor 2, although he will be required to wear a plastic mask, fit for his face, to protect his nose. The WCC has stepped in to review the situation and has concluded that Paul Junxton will be suspended until the conclusion of this edition of the Cup of Harmony.

Manager Stephanie Horne backs the WCC’s decision by stating, “The decision made by the WCC to suspend Paul Junxton is no surprise to the AFA for we feel it was rightfully justified. Paul simply lost his composer and it cost us a win. The AFA and I will have a meeting regarding Junxton’s future here with the National Team.”

With only two matches left in the group stage, Acapais are sitting in 2nd place in Group B but level with matchday five opponents, Rejistania, on points. Matchday four opponents are Jariss, who are in 5th with two points.

Scoring Summary:
Taeshan – Bradly Sample (og) 26
Acapais – Henry Paroe (Castro) 39
Acapais – Castro (Al Vick Osman) 55
Taeshan – Zeke Jr. (Carsin Palmer) 76

Booking Summary:
Acapais – Kyle Rummy (caution; Reckless foul) 27
Taeshan – Matt Rhietuard (caution; Reckless foul) 33
Acapais – Rex Agitril (caution; Reckless foul) 43
Taeshan – Jayly Riae (caution; Reckless foul) 51
Taeshan – Hele (caution; Reckless foul) 63
Acapais – Paul Junxton (sent-off; Violent Conduct) 74
Acapais – Zachary McKellar (caution; Reckless foul) 87

Acapais Starting Lineup:
Paul Junxton (GK); Bradly Sample, Rex Agitril, Kyle Rummy, Derek Sample; Pablo (Hunchman O'Hare 75), Zachary McKellar (Benjamin Nelson 88); Henry Paroe (Dave Lugini 58), James Fronberry (C), Al Vick Osman; Jose Castro

Next Match:
vs Jariss @ Parque do Sol, Elville

Acapais Starters: Hunchman O'Hare (GK); Bradly Sample, Rex Agitril, Kyle Rummy, Derek Sample; Pablo, Zachary McKellar; Henry Paroe, James Fronberry (C), Al Vick Osman; Jose Castro
Available Subs: Aaron Stop, Nick Daniels, Jason Wellington, Benjamin Nelson, Dave Lugini

Injuries/Supensions:
Paul Junxton – Red Card (Suspended until CoH has finalized)

Acapais Goal Scorers:
2 – Jose Castro
1 – James Fronberry
1 – Henry Paroe

Acapais Assists Leaders:
1 – James Fronberry
1 – Al Vick Osman
1 – Jose Castro
1 – Zach McKellar

Acapais Yellow Cards:
2 – Zachary McKellar
1 – Pablo
1 – Jose Castro
1 – Brad Sample
1 – Dave Lugini
1 – Rex Agitril
1 – Kyle Rummy

Acapais Red Cards:
1 – Paul Junxton

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Acapais RP Threads
Roster Thread (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=13454007&postcount=4)

Sorry this is so late, but here's my team. The colours are blue shirts with red trim and white shorts. Alternate strip is red shirt, white shorts.


Pos. Age Team
Richard Davis GK 34 Capital FC
Petr Zherdek GK 29 Castors de Outineau
Claude Chamonix GK 31 North York

Mikhail Gobrynin D L/C 33 Clayquot City
Pierre-Luc Dubois D C 22 CF Outineau
Alexandre Tremblay D/DM C 20 Langlois Océanic
Francois St. Louis D L 22 Albrecht FC (C&M)
Simon Avant D R/C 34 Kirkenes FC
Gordon Symonds D R/C 25 Coquitlam United

Ian Colwyn DM C 26 Castors de Outineau
Jean Despatie M C 25 Vickery Jaguars
Alexandre Lacoutre M R/C 19 CF Laneux
Kenneth Regehr AM R 25 Mazinaw Stallions
Kyle Anderson M L 29 SC Saint-Remy
Jean-Luc Fournier M C 21 Clayquot City
Charles Fletcher AM L 26 Capital FC
Paul Clifton M C 32 Kirkenes FC
Vincent Arsenault AM/F C 27 CR Submiria (Cafundéu)
Darach Salthill AM C 24 Kirkenes FC

Ian Sinclair F C 24 São José (Cafundéu)
Douglas Crawford F C 29 Ulyanov Wolves
Henri Cournoyer F C 25 Langlois Océanic
Laurent Pontoise F C 18 CF Laneux

Territorial Metropolitan Daily Record
Territories Win 1-0, Fujimaki Saves a Life

The Fujisawan Territories won their match against Beer Served Here in Emperor Gojong Football Stadium, shutting them out 1-0, in a much needed victory. It is the first Fujisawan Territories win and shutout since the Fujisawan Territories beat Violitism 4-0 in World Cup 39 qualifying. Naozane Watari scored the lone goal in the 29th minute for the Territories.

Goalkeeper Noko Fujimaki had her best outing to date and Beer Served Here had a few good looks at the goal but couldn’t capitalize.

“All around we played well, we played smart. I’m still not happy, because I expect more from my players. A win is just a win, but you have to keep winning to get anywhere. You have to be consistent to achieve anything, and we’re not consistent,” Fujisawan Territories head coach Stephen Distefano said.

To celebrate the win, Distefano let the team loose to soak up the win anyway they chose. Fujimaki decided to sightsee and spend time alone to reflect. She ended up saving a life. While sightseeing, she noticed a man stumbling toward her and collapse just feet in front of her. After rushing to his side, Fujimaki quickly realized the man was not breathing and did not his heart had stopped. Fujimaki immediately began CPR, or cardiopulmonary resuscitation, continuing until more advanced care could arrive. Fujimaki later learned that the man had been successfully revived which may have not been possible without her early intervention.

“I’m glad that I was able to put my training to use and I’m glad I was able to help somebody in a way like that,” Fujimaki commented. When not involved with zeokit, Fujimaki is a volunteer lifeguard in Tokuzawa, and said she has had to use CPR many times, but never in a foreign country in unfamiliar surroundings.

“I think it’s great that she’s so talented both on and off the field, and I really admire Noko for that. What she did in one day- help us seal the win and then to go and save a life- is commendable. Outstanding,” Distefano said.

Next up, the Fujisawan Territories play Scotchpinestan, at Munhwa Football Stadium, Hanseong, where the Territories are heavy underdogs.

The Jariss squad wanders back into the lockerrooom disappointed with their 2-1 defeat at the hands of Rejistania that finds the team tied for last in the group. In the hopes of keeping morale up Coach Banama tries to regroup the squad.

Coach Banama: OK so we lost one, don’t worry we’re still only one win away from the second spot. Now its going to be tough these next two matches but I know this team can rebound. A couple of defensive lapses. Happens to anyone, today was just our turn. And don’t forget those guys come from a country that’s actually won the World Cup itself before, so they’re no pushovers no matter what rank they are listed at.

Goru Lyani: Well they sure pushed us over today.

Fya Panai: Well then we just have to push back against those Acapais guys then.

Minna Dawo: I think we might actually be favored in that one too for a change.

Riena Querre: So, doesn’t matter who the favorite it, just what the final score ends up at.

Minna: I know that Riena but still, this is the one we should win.

Riena: And what happens if we don’t?

Coach Banama: Then we try again in the final match. None of this bickering you two. Hey you know. I think this is the first time anyone’s ever said that in this lockerroom that wasn’t directed at Goru and Fya.

<Team laughs and breaks out in mock applause>

Fya: Well Goru always started it.

Goru: What are you talking about? You were…

Coach Banama: And we were doing so well…

<Goru stops embarrassed>

Tali Vindu: I screwed up too. Not next time. I’m going for a shutout again. We have to win this one!

Minna: Don’t worry, I’m going to put up more than one goal this time too.

Rienna: Hope so, one goal doesn’t seem to cut it at this level.

Coach Banama: Just do what we do best, we start changing our tactics and bad things will happen because we’re not used to playing differently. We shut them down defensively, don’t give them an inch to shoot and look for ways to launch Minna the other way for the attack. Don’t worry, win or lose no one has forgotten why we’re really here have they?

Team: No Coach.

Coach Banama: So no matter what happens these next two matches we leave here heads held high and know that we’ve done something to benefit our homes. Now hit the showers.

THE EMPIRE TIMES

EMPIRE WINS FIRST MATCH

The Empire today won their first match in the Cup of Harmony against Hopeless SC, the game was a must win for the team after a loss against Scotchpinestan no thanks to the referee and a 1-1 draw against the Fujisawan Territories.

The game started off poorly for the empire with Hopeless having the run of play for the first 25 minutes with Hopeless having 12 shots on goal 10 of which were on target with keeper Henry Burner saving shots left right and centre. A change was made by Danner taking off poor performing Lightfoot and placed on Kane Localman for his first international game. The empire played better managing to get a couple of shots on goal but none failing to score find the back of the net.

Early after the break Hopeless player Chad Carter was injured which resulted in an 8 minute stop of play after a late tackle by Johnathon Filamr who received a yellow card for his efforts. Carter was taken off due to his injury while initial reports suggested that he would be fine for the next game Hopeless SC has yet to deny nor confirm the players suitability. 75 minutes into the match teen sensation Christopher Speed scored the only goal for the game just inside the 18 yard box. While the game continued with each team having a few shots on goal neither side gained an upper hand which became a midfield battle, seeing the empire win 1-0. Of the win Danner whose position within the team has gone under sepculation after the loss to Scotchpinestan and a draw against the territtories said of the win "It was a good game the team played well and certainly gave us some more experience for the next couple of games which I am certain we can perform well in, it was an important game to win and the boys went out there and showed us what they can do and have ensured that our chances of passing the group stage very good".

The win was important for the team which has put the Empire in 3rd position just outside of the top two on goal difference after Scotchpinestan lost to Sel Appa 2-1, the empire needs to win the next game against Beer Serverd Here by a large amount to leapfrog Scotchpinestan into second place and hope that they perform well against Sel Appa.

FOOTBALL FEDERATION OF BLOUMANY

Press Release

In regards to our protest to the CCFM and we will accept the final decision by the CCFM in regards to our protest. We are pleased that the CCFM took our complaint seriously and dealt with the matter professionally and thoroughly and for that we applaud the CCFM. While we may not be happy with the final decision we do accept it and will not appeal the decision, and our pleased to hear by the CCFM that the referee in question will not be refereeing over any more games concerning the team.




THE EMPIRE TIMES

Referee complaint dealt with

The CCFM has issued a press release on the matter over referee Jean-Charles Tessen who inadventantly allowed Scotchpinestan to win an important game in the current Cup of Harmony. The CCFM has decided that no action will be taken over the incident and has dismissed the complaint.

Manager Luke Danner said of the statement "This is absolute rubbish by the CCFM it is merely an easy way for them to dismiss this blatant blight on this game by coming up with some bull, their statement "One goal disallowed one goal allowed obviously shows that they had no idea what went on during the game as that one goal allowed one goal disallowed ended up being a two goal advantage to Scotchpinestan and we would now be in second position". While the outspoken manager whose mouth has gotten himself into trouble before was originally upset by the decision it seems as though the FFB had a word with him and pulled him into line, as he later said "The CCFM has delivered their response to the protest and I will accept the decision now that this issue has been dealt with we can now focus on our objective of winning the cup". Captain Sam Kiamar was more diplomatic "I am glad that the CCFM looked over the footage and made a decision so we can continue to play to the best of our ability, what is done is done and we can't change the past but we can influence the future and that is what myself and the rest of the team plan to do"

The FFB has stated that they will accept the decision and has "applauded" the CCFM that they took the "complaint seriously and dealt with the matter professionally and thoroughly" and have said through a press release that while they are "not happy with the decision but will accept it" the FFB has also stated that they will not appeal the decision.

The Empire takes on Beer Served Here in their next game it is an important game for the team and one where they must win to ensure that their chances of progressing to the quarter finals remain. The team is ready for the game and have been busily preparing themselves for the match.

CAFUNDÉU GOVERNMENT SENDS ADVICE TO MAGNUS VALERIUS PLAYERS

After hearing comments from the coach of Magnus Valerius that the women of Cafundéu are attracting too much the Boyars' players and the coach, the Empire sent an advice to the whole team of Magnus Valerius, after hearing the comment that the women with "Lusitanian tongue" caught the attention of the Magnus Valerius team members.

The Counselor-Minister of Tourism, Lina Ferrari dos Santos (who is also a beautiful woman), said:

"Yes, we must agree that the Cafundelense women are beautiful, our country has women from all races and physical characteristics... we have blond women, black women, tall, short, Japanese or German descendants, all kinds... surely this is a wonderful place, especially when they use clothes that shouldn't even be considered clothes. But I'm worried that the Magnus Valerius coach has vision problems. He said that he got interested in women with Lusitanian accent, I guess he meant women with the accent from Portugal. Well, we all know that most Portuguese women are known for having a moustache... yes, a moustache... so, please go to an optician and see it by yourself."

"Next time, go after women with Carioca, Paulista, Gaúcho, Baiano or the typical Cafundelense accent. I'm sure that these ones haven't got a moustache. The opposite, they will be beautiful women."

FOOTBALL SCIENTIST COMMENTS ABOUT RELATION OF THE MEDIA WITH FOOTBALL PERFORMANCE

The football scientist (who could predict that something like this could exist?) Weverton Assis made a public comment about Daehanjeiguk's discovery that media activity can be somewhat related to good performance in the field. When talking to the Cafundelense media, the scientist said, with a clearly upset voice:

"There's no proof! Of course we can say that teams with more media activity can be successful in the field, but this doesn't happen all the time. Although teams that doesn't seem too strong but have a strong media often surprise their opponents, they can lose too. I can only say that this is a matter of probability. Just think about Oickoidia."

A reporter asked: "And what about Cafundéu in World Cup thirty-two?"

"Probability! We had intense media activity in that cup and qualified even being ranked under the hundreth position, but who can prove that this has a relation with media activity?"

Another reporter asked: "And what about..."

"Probability!"

Mitsuharu Hatoyama: This is the Territorial Sports News Network and you’re watching On Call with Mitsuharu Hatoyama. Right now we’re going live with Asai Sakuko who has the latest from coach Distefano, straight from the horse’s mouth. Asai?

AS: Yes, I’m standing here alongside coach Stepehn Distefano of the Territories as you see the team behind us warming up. Stephen, what do you think the main priority is here today before what is essentially the most important match yet, against Scotchpinestan?

SD: Well I think we’ve got to stay focused. I think we’re erratic at times, and we’ve got to focus and get into sync right away and play as a team. We’ve been really kind of inconsistent, and we’ve got to work on that. And I think like I’ve talked to the team about this- listen, we’ve been having really explosive starts and then later in the game we start to fizzle out and I’m working on addressing that issue because it’s a big one. You have to play the whole game, not just half of it.

AS: Lot of pressure I imagine coming into this match. More than others?

SD: Well no, it’s a very important match, it is a must-win but we’re going to go out there and try to stay focused and we’re going to cut down the mistakes and play smart. Do we feel a little more pressure? Yes, I can see how you could say that but we’re going to fight our hardest out there and try to pull the upset, otherwise we’re as good as done. So I can see where that question is coming from.

AS: You recently found out that your contract has been extended through World Cup 41, can you comment on that?

SD: Yes, obviously I’m happy about it. I think everyone has confidence in me back at home, and you know, I’m trying to build up a team that can go places and we’re just starting out, and we have a real possibility in the near future to do just that.

AS: Izukoza Yoko was injured in that World Cup 39 qualifying match against St Samuel, is she going to be back for World Cup 40 qualifying?

SD: That’s quite a ways from now, I’m not going to speculate. She has been recovering quite well, and if things go smoothly like they have been going, that’s definitely a good sign. Once the cast comes off and she’s off the crutches we can make an evaluation. You know there’s a lot of up an coming talent. The doors have been open wide for Territorial zeokit players now that the Territories have a World Cup team. So, if Yoko can’t get back to the level she was playing at before her injury, or if she becomes injury prone she might lose her spot on the roster in the next World Cup. A lot can happen before World Cup 40 qualifying.

AS: One last question, because I know you’re pressed for time here. Make a prediction for today’s game.

SD: Scotchpinestan 2, Fujisawan Territories 1. But that doesn’t mean we’re not going to try.

AS: Alright, good luck coach Distefano.

SD: Thank you.

AS: Okay, there you have it. Live in Munhwa Football Stadium, Hanseong, Asai Sakuko with Fujisawan Territories head coach Stephen Distefano.

MH: Thanks, Asai. When we come back on On Call we’ll talk live with top collegiate swimmer Jozenna Nai on her impressive performance in the collegiate level Nationals..

One of the commanders of the Cafundelense army, General Adil Bassar, appears out of nowhere and says:

"Stop writing right now, men in Daehanjeiguk! Stand up, in line, and pay attention! This is a RP cutoff. Stay in position and wait for the scores, they must come in this same post, understood?"

Then he disappears

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MD04 - RESULTS IN DAEHANJEIGUK

Group C
Sel Appa 2–0 Hopeless SC
Fujisawan Territories 3–3 Scotchpinestan
Blouman Empire 3–1 Beer Served Here

Group C P W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Sel Appa 4 4 0 0 12 2 +10 12 Q
2 Blouman Empire 4 2 1 1 7 6 +1 7
3 Scotchpinestan 4 1 2 1 9 8 +1 5
4 Fujisawan Territories 4 1 2 1 7 8 −1 5
5 Hopeless SC 4 0 2 2 3 6 −3 2 E
6 Beer Served Here 4 0 1 3 2 10 −8 1 E


Group D
Krytenia 2-1 Prux
Violitism 0–0 Jasīʼyūn
Green wombat 1–1 The Pazhujeb Islands

Group D P W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Krytenia 4 3 0 1 8 6 +2 9
2 Jasīʼyūn 4 2 1 1 8 4 +4 7
3 Prux 4 2 1 1 6 5 +1 7
4 The Pazhujeb Islands 4 1 2 1 6 5 +1 5
5 Green wombat 4 1 1 2 7 8 −1 4
6 Violitism 4 0 1 3 0 7 −7 1 E

Group A
Estresse Intenso 2–1 The Supermarket
Jeru FC 1–1 Dancougar
Magnus Valerius 1–0 Kelssek

Group A P W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Estresse Intenso 4 3 1 0 12 3 +9 10
2 Jeru FC 4 2 2 0 6 4 +2 8
3 Dancougar 4 2 1 1 4 6 −2 7
4 Magnus Valerius 4 1 1 2 3 4 −1 4 E
5 Kelssek 4 1 0 3 3 7 −4 3 E
6 The Supermarket 4 0 1 3 2 6 −4 1 E


Group B
Taeshan 3–2 Yafalonia and Bazor 2
Jariss 2–1 Acapais
Lovisa 0–0 Rejistania

Group B P W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Yafalonia and Bazor 2 4 2 1 1 6 4 +2 7
2 Taeshan 4 1 3 0 5 4 +1 6
3 Jariss 4 1 2 1 4 4 0 5
4 Rejistania 4 1 2 1 2 3 −1 5
5 Acapais 4 1 1 2 5 5 0 4
6 Lovisa 4 0 3 1 2 4 −2 3


CoH Inquiries

BORING! That's what people are saying. By and far, the Cup of Harmony has been BORING, especially in Cafundeu where more than half of the points come from draws. It's so terrible that Group B itself is plagued by 6 draws in the past 4 matchdays. 6 draws! It either tells us one of two things - teams are getting a lot better, or teams are getting a lot worse. Actually make that three - teams aren't getting any better or worse (which is actually worse than getting worse...).

Professor von Steuben burst into Russ and Peter's dorm. He explained the situation regarding Gearlosse's robotic ducks and how they were apparently the first step in his path to world domination. Even for Peter, this was a stretch. "You mean... he has DUCKS that play FOOTBALL?! That's totally awesome!" he exclaimed, ignoring the professor's impassioned pleas.

"I vas seenkink zat eef ve nid to defeat ze ducklinks, ve can use ze robot cheekins from ze lab, but zeir programmink ees bad," Professor von Steuben said, showing one to the boys. "I only know ze Visual Basic, so..."

"Ah, right, right," said Russ, placing the chicken on the floor. "I'll tell you what, professor. We'll see what we can do with this thing. You know, since Prux are in the Han groups, the only chance we have of ever facing them are in the third place game or final. Neither is going to happen at this rate. But on the off chance we make it, Peter and I will personally outfit this chicken with an EMP and set it loose in the Prux locker room before the match. Sound good?"

"Zat ees good plan," von Steuben agreed. "And I can vork on somesing else, too. Ossers vill vant to stop heem."

"Right, you go gather your robot justice squad," said Russ. Von Steuben was off. Russ closed the door, and he and Peter looked at their new friend.

"So... we have a robot chicken."

"Yeah. You know what we need to do, right?"

"MAKE IT WATCH RANDOM SKETCH COMEDY!"

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Two men were at a restaurant. One of them is Humed, coach of Yafalonia and Bazor 2. The other is some random friend of his.

FRIEND: Have a seat, I ordered you some pierogis.

The waiter waddles up to the table and delivers their food. A rubber chicken flops out from under his sleeve onto the table.

HUMED: You can kill us both, but you will never defeat our soccer team!

WAITER: Fair enough.

He does the deed. Cut to the morgue, where Elle makes a strange discovery... Humed's head opens and a tiny cockroach is inside!

ED: Wh... wh... when we... f... f... fai.... fai....

ELLE: Fail?

ED: FAIL. When we FAIL... we FAIL... HARD!!

Ed dies. The bad Men in Black parody ends.

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"Well..." said Peter, as he uploaded the video to the internets, "at least this will keep us from getting bored for a few days..."

ANNOUNCER: The College Gameday Postgame Show... brought to you by Construction Hut. When it needs to get done right, hit the hut!

JAKE: We welcome you back to College Gameday. Dancougar gets the critical point to stay alive, tying Jeru FC one-one. Other group action saw the Landau Institute all but clinch a spot in the next round, but we'll get to that in a bit. Before that - Dee Torso, Dirk Spiceroad, highlights of tonight's Black Wing match.

(Highlights play during the voiceover)
DIRK: Ah, Jerusalem. Eyes are always focused on that team in hopes of catching one of the Dallas girls wearing something sexy, or if we're lucky, nothing at all. But no such luck for the Black Wings, we get the army boys. Jeru FC, looking to take advantage of a Dancougar team that got completely dominated in its last match.

DEE: And they pushed up early. Grunden January in the third minute, fires on goal, just wide. He got two shots on goal in the first five minutes, but the defense shut him down after that, took him out of the game. Here's Dominica going up strong to win the ball, and Brandon Barclay, showing everyone that he deserved to get that starting spot back before the tournament. Guarding the ball well, clearing it up to start the break, looking much better in the early going.

DIRK: Minute twenty six, Rambo Mann breaks into the clear, and actually does a commando dive and roll between two defenders coming at him, play of the game on offense, and he's right to his feet and slotting it home, it's one-nil! Look at this, he had Nance and Travers ready to close him down, but he feeds it ahead to himself, and roll, and Hawkins was frozen. He couldn't believe he actually got the shot off.

DEE: And the Wings answer! Minute thirty, Morimoto with the through ball, and Ikeda beats the offside trap! Goalkeeper stranded, and an easy goal for him. His second of the Cup of Harmony, and we're all tied at one.

DIRK: Stays that way until halftime, and really a lot of frantic attacking in the second half, neither team able to gain an edge. Dancougar starting to retreat back on the defensive, though, no real chances until minute seventy three. Waya curls a long one in, but Leyton misfires at the top of the eighteen and it goes wide. Boskov pulls back, five men defending for the Wings, and Jeru FC... frustrated. And scoreless in the final forty five, it ends in the draw.

(Broadcasting from the stadium)
JAKE: So with four games in the books, here's how they stand. Landau have three wins and a draw. Jeru and Dancougar remain at two and three, eight and seven points. The rest of the group... eliminated. One game remaining, and each of the top three will play one of the bottom three. Guys, tricky situation, we could have a three win team not make the next round.

DEE: Yeah, theoretically, any combination of these three can go on, but even if the Wings win and Landau loses to tie them at ten points, Landau have all the tiebreakers. A four-nil head to head win, plus nine goal differential versus minus two, so in reality, Dancougar need Jeru FC to slip up. But they can't neglect their own task.

DIRK: No, definitely not, Dancougar must win against Kelssek to even have a chance at the next round. But the hard part is that they need Jeru FC to lose or tie against The Supermarket, which is a game they should win comfortably. Jeru's aware of the fact that they control their own destiny, and I think it helps them to know that Landau doesn't really affect them. They don't have the added pressure of chasing someone ahead of them like the Wings do.

JAKE: An uphill battle to be sure, and we will have full coverage of Group A's final matchday. All matches going simultaneously; you'll see Dancougar against Kelssek on DSPN and Jeru FC against The Supermarket on DSPN2. That will do it for us at the Estádio Erasmo Carlos Jowenguard, the final score once again is Dancougar one, Jeru FC one. Sportscenter is next with all the scores and highlights from today's action, and you can always get the latest info on the web at dspn.dan, keyword Cup of Harmony. This is Jake Matthews, goodnight!

"I wonder who Humed is?""Why haven't I heard of him before?""Where does he come from?""What sort of name is Humed anyway?"

Those where the questions that dogged the FAIL.... um, Co-President's? Managers? They hadn't even worked out proper titles for themselves as they were feilding questions.

"Is Humed a bug, wearing a Human suit?" (Reporter)

"What the heck are you going on about?" (Bob)

"Haven't you seen the video doing the rounds on the internet?" (Reporter)

"You mean the latest sex tape from..." (Narin)

"NO!!! PLEASE NO, DO NOT MENTION THAT HIDEOUS THING AGAIN!!" (Reporter)

"Alright, then... uh.. no" (Bob)

"I haven't either." (Narin)

"Thanks, Narin, he was asking me a question, not you." (Bob)

"I was asking both of you..." (Reporter)

"Ohhh...." (Bob)

"I've got a copy of it here, watch it and then ring me up on 555-YOU-RANG"

"What's your name?" (Bob)

"Lurch" (Reporter aka Lurch)

"Seems fitting" (Narin)

After the conference ended Bob and Narin headed off to the "Television Room" as they called it, where most people would call it their "lounge room" Inserting the video cassette into the player, pressing play they sat down and watched it. As the "bad Men in Black parody" began to play.

"That's absurd he's not an alien! and where's the little thing around his neck that allows him to speak. We should go and set things straight. This is a wild mis-representation of the facts. Though you have to admit... They got our logo in there great."

"Sorry, What did you say I was too busy being bored to death."

"I said we should set the story right."

"Ah, but won't Edward be annoyed, he just wants to be out of the limelight?"

"If people where spreading rumours that you were an alien, wouldn't you want it resolved?"

"I suppose."

"So we're doing him a favour!"

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Later in Yafalonia & Bazor 2...

Stunning Soccer Shock!

In an unexpected twist in FAIL HARD's progression in the Cup of Harmony the co-heads of FAIL, Narin V-someone and Bob T-someone have come out announced that their Coach "Humed" is not actually human at all but is infact a Cockroach named Edward from what we've been able to discover trawling through years of documents. It seems that Edward the Cockroach originated from the Pazhujeb Islands.

Apparently a scientist, who's name is either too hard to pronounce, indecipherable in his speech or somewhere in or outside The Pazhujeb Islands at the moment constructed a device that allowed the cockroach to speak. This got him into all sorts of trouble where apparently he famously said "I hate child toy's" in a live interview with some TV people. Why he said this and why he hates toys is something that has yet to be answered, but it is known that that the stuck in the '50's sexist and stereotyping sleuths the Hardy Boys were in it.

Something about a silver square was involved.... which as far as we know did nothing. Little is heard from the little creepy crawly until just recently. However it is apparent that this cockroach is responsible for the teams wonderful performance against teams like Rejistania and other much higher ranking teams.

PURPLE KNIGHTS BEAT GROUP LEADERS IN SHOOTOUT
BY Martino Esmelta
Yesterday you're Purple knights of Taeshan took on the Yafolonians and Bazors. The Bazors took the seasoned Tae team to school in the first half with 2 goals in the 18th minute and 39th minute. The Taes would need to come back like in many a soccer match before.
The secon half of the game was totally a mirror shot of the first half except the Knights took the goals. On a beautiful centering pass from the corner by Knights middie Zeke JR. Hele scored on a awesome header intr the top left corner of the goal out of reach of Bazors goalie. The next goal was just ten minutes later during the 68th minute. Defender Jayly Riae drove down the field right through the Yafolonian Midfield and trickeled a pass pass a Baz defender to Carsin Palmer who stunned the Baz goalie with a chip shot under the crossbar.
In the 71st Minute both teams made some changes in the lineup. The Baz goalie was taken out and Palmer and Riae were taken out for the Taes. In came defender A.F. Falcon and striker Soco Kennedy.
During the 86th minute the Purple Knights would gain thewre first win of the tourney. Falcon drove the ball down the field on a Goalie kick pass to Middie Brian Ying Uing who passed it out to the touch line to Kennedy. The ball almost went out before Kennedy gained control of the ball. Like a man possesed Soco drove through the tight defense and was able to find Ying Uing for the final goal and the win.
In next weeks game the Knights play Lovisa in a game that may prove to be the final decider. If the Knights can defeat the Lovisans they will advance and the Lovs will go home looking bewildered after there horrible outing in the CoH. If the knight tie theyll advance if Jariss, Rejistania, and Acapais tie. If the lnights (hold my breath) lose there first game they have to make it within 3 points to go past Lovisa. They would also need the 3 aformentioned teams to tie or lose.

Green wombat Inquirer
Beacuse you really need to know

In the last edition, we mistakenly printed that the next opponent was Krytenia, when in fact it was The Pazhujeb Islands. We apologize for our error and the offending editor has been killed. Thank you for understanding.


The Pazhujeb Islands 1
Green wombat 1

Green wombat is somehow still alive, but needs as much help as a blind deaf-mute quadrapalegic. (we humbly apologize to any blind deaf-mute quadrapalegics that maybe reading this). But with a 2 or more goal-win and a Prux loss and a Jasīʼyūn loss by 4 goals or more, and a The Pazhujeb Islands result that doesn't involve them winning, we'll advance. Diehl scored the lone goal in the 56th minute.

Up next for the Wombats is Krytenia.

Pawtucket National Toilet Wipe
Cause that's all it's good for!


The roboducks were soundly beaten today by Krytenia 2-1, amidst speculation from Prof. Gearlosse that Krytenia was using frequency jammers to distrupt his team. Now the team has to win it's final match and hope that Jasīʼyūn, a team they've already beaten loses.

Professor Gearlosse had this to say after the match:
"Zose dammed Krytenians! Zey purposefully uzed a jammink frequenzy to saboatge minke dusks! I vill protest zese outrages und demand un explanazion for zis outrage!"

The lone goal for Prux was scored by Jumbo Duck.

(ooc: Dancougar: I knew you had to do a Robot Chicken parody.. and I hope we meet in the Knock-outs)

PURPLE KNIGHTS BEAT GROUP LEADERS IN SHOOTOUT
BY Martino Esmelta
Yesterday you're Purple knights of Taeshan took on the Yafolonians and Bazors. The Bazors took the seasoned Tae team to school in the first half with 2 goals in the 18th minute and 39th minute. The Taes would need to come back like in many a soccer match before.
The secon half of the game was totally a mirror shot of the first half except the Knights took the goals. On a beautiful centering pass from the corner by Knights middie Zeke JR. Hele scored on a awesome header intr the top left corner of the goal out of reach of Bazors goalie. The next goal was just ten minutes later during the 68th minute. Defender Jayly Riae drove down the field right through the Yafolonian Midfield and trickeled a pass pass a Baz defender to Carsin Palmer who stunned the Baz goalie with a chip shot under the crossbar.
In the 71st Minute both teams made some changes in the lineup. The Baz goalie was taken out and Palmer and Riae were taken out for the Taes. In came defender A.F. Falcon and striker Soco Kennedy.
During the 86th minute the Purple Knights would gain thewre first win of the tourney. Falcon drove the ball down the field on a Goalie kick pass to Middie Brian Ying Uing who passed it out to the touch line to Kennedy. The ball almost went out before Kennedy gained control of the ball. Like a man possesed Soco drove through the tight defense and was able to find Ying Uing for the final goal and the win.
In next weeks game the Knights play Lovisa in a game that may prove to be the final decider. If the Knights can defeat the Lovisans they will advance and the Lovs will go home looking bewildered after there horrible outing in the CoH. If the knight tie theyll advance if Jariss, Rejistania, and Acapais tie. If the lnights (hold my breath) lose there first game they have to make it within 3 points to go past Lovisa. They would also need the 3 aformentioned teams to tie or lose.

:eek: That's unusually painful to read. :eek:

Hoji Metropolitan Daily Record
HAPPY FIRECRACKER DAY
Territories Draw 3-3, Keep Slim Hope Alive

Munhwa Football Stadium, Hanseong - A jittery start aside, when it was all said and done, the Fujisawan Territories drew Scocthpinestan 3-3 in a match fought to the finish. Scotchpinestan jumped to a quick 2-0 lead, scoring in the 26th and 41st minutes. The Territories rallied with scores by Nobomitsu Sataka in the 44th and Takuji Motoyoshi in the 58th. The Territories pulled ahead with a 3-2 lead in the 75th with a goal by Sataka, and Scothpinestand tied it up 3-3 in the 83rd minute of play. Last minute Scotchpine access to the goal was denied thanks to Noko Fujimaki, and her save preserved the draw, keeping the Territories slim hopes on life support.

“Well, I didn’t expect a draw, so I guess we’re in better shape than I thought we’d be in, but we’re still not where I’d like us to be. We were just sloppy in the first half and we weren’t executing properly. It all came down to Noko again, because by all measures, we’re lucky to have not lost the match outright,” Territories coach Stepehn Distefano told reporters after the match.

Initial fears that certain players who had partied hard following the win against Beer Served Here would turn in poor performances were dashed once the Territories fell into a rhythm. That however, took quite some time, as the Territories let Scotchpinestan dominate the first half.

The Territories will spend their Firecracker Day, also known as Joako’oji Day in Goguryeo Football Stadium, Pyeongyang against Hopeless SC.

Palon Nasahara: You’re watching Zeokit Tonight on the Territorial Sports News Network brought to you by Crosscom Global Telecommunications, your digital cable and internet provider...I’m Palon Nasahara, and with me are Enjiro Matsuzaki and Zakarii Mukiko.

ZM: Yes, yes. Happy Firecracker Day.

EM: Happy Firecracker Day.

PN: It is indeed Firecracker Day, a Fujisawan tradition. Before we get on with our program tonight, I want to explain to our international viewers out there maybe watching on satellite TV or on the internet exactly what Firecracker Day is.

Fujisawans have a deep rooted belief in reincarnation, or joako’oji in Fujisawan. It is because of this that it is custom whenever there is a birth or death to light firecrackers. After a birth to ward off evil spirits who may wish to interfere with the newly reincarnated soul, and to celebrate with revelry a successful reincarnation. And following a death to scare a newly deceased soul from attaching itself to the life just ended and thus becoming a restless, earthbound spirt.

Today marks the 217th anniversary of the death of the first emperor of the Fujisawan Mainland, and this day has become traditionally known as Firecracker Day. Fujisawans spend this day like any other major holiday, barbequing and generally having fun. In the evening, Fujisawans light off fireworks and firecrackers to commemorate the life and death of Emperor Jun Chi.

You’re probably wondering what this has to do with zeokit, well...the Hoji Fire Department has got some great activities planned for today in Coastal Atsuzai on the island of Iwosaka. Here to explain it for us is HFD Fire Chief Katsuyki Kogo.

KK: Thanks for having me.

PN: It’s a pleasure. Now tell us what you have planned.

KK: Well we know zeokit has caught on in the Territories, and we know it’s Firecracker Day, so we want to give the best of both worlds to the people of Iwosaka. We want everyone to come down to the Takishida Beachside Drive-In Theater in Coastal Atsuzai, where we have reserved both screens to telecast the macth between the Fujisawan Territories and Hopeless SC.

But it all starts early in the morning, on Kimio Beach in Coastal Atsuzai where we are having a pancake breakfast on the beach. Admission is two Antilles Yent per person or three Antilles Yent flat rate for families of three or more. We will be making all kinds of pancakes, blueberry, pecan, even pancakes with imported Açai berries. Sand Dollars Coffee will be on hand with free coffee. The proceeds from admission will go to ongoing cancer research at the Hoji Metropolitan Hospital for Women, Children and the Economically Disadvantaged, so it’s all for a good cause.

After the pancake breakfast is finished, there is going to be a special zeokit match at Coastal Atsuzai High School between Hoji Fire Department Engine Company 18, Coastal Atsuzai and Hoji Fire Department Engine Company 1, Metropolitan Hoji which should be fun to watch. After that, we invite everybody to come to Takishida Beachside Drive-In Theater and join some of the fine men and women of the Hoji Fire Department in watching the Fujisawan Territories Cup of Harmony match on the beach, on the big screen.

Then we hope you have a safe and fun evening lighting off fireworks and firecrackers wherever you choose to. Hopefully we have a win to celebrate, too.

PN: Alright. Sounds great. Thank you so much for your time.

KK: No, thank you. Happy Firecracker Day.

PN: When we come back on Zeokit Tonight we go more in depth on the upcoming Hopeless SC game...

from: The Na~ovi National - News that enrage!

Can these KaMaRians actually win something?

No one liked the transnationals - the team had the bad reputation to lose the games which one can not lose - highly. It was overshadowed by regionality and tanicality*,
and by failure. It was not surprising that the secret capital of the Association of Free Nations decided to skip this all and build up a team, which at least would work without the strife and without the ethnic quotas of the transnational team. What it is lacking is a good nickname however.

The KaMaRian team plays in the colors of the city: dark green (which symbolizes the fertile land), light blue (which represents the sky) and white (which represents ethnic non-commitment and multiculturality). The match against Jariss was expected to be a loss (and it is a shame that the expectaations sank so low and the time when the Orange-Blues were a good team lie in a far, unreachable past!) but the KaMaRites turned the match around with the efficiency of a Kanaxivari. While critics might say the success was nothing but a fail in the Jarissi defense, even these need to be exploited and that is what Ken Hentinx and Desentij Jakutak~hi did. Ken later said: "It was hard. These people are far beyond what I normally encounter in the first league of KaMaRi, they were really ely! Rashi'he was like... Kansu'he in his best days!"

Let's hope that against Lovisa, the streak will continue.


*tanical = regarding the nations of the rejistani association

THE EMPIRE TIMES

Empire Wins Comfortably
Empire Now in 2nd Spot

The Empire won last night in a resounding game against Beer Served Here 3-1 placing the team in second place. The game started well for the team with a goal by Christopher Speed in the 10th minute from 26 yards out in what can only be described as a shot that nearly broke the sound barrier. The team continued to play well with the defence putting in strong tackles extinguishing all attempted attacks by Beer Served Here. Just before half time in the 44th minute Johnathon Filmar managed to guide the ball in the goal from his head after a perfect corner kick by Lightfoot. After the break Danner made two changes to the side to give those with less time under their belts some experience, putting on Martin Fox in place of Anthony Williams it was Fox's first game time since he was dropped after the World Cup Qualifiers and Maximillian Granis in place of Filmar this was the first time Granis played for the team. The game continued well with both the defence and the midfield stopping any attempt by Beer Served Here with strong tackles and a passing rate of 97%. The front line also played well but many of their shots were a little wide of the post. In the 75th minute Fox scored a goal from a cross from Seltard which put the empire 3 goals ahead. Beer Served Here managed to get a goal with Pete Bailey managing to slip the ball through Burners fingers in the 88th minute it was too little too late for Beer Served Here, with the final score Blouman Empire 3 Beer Served Here 1.

The win was a positive for Bloumany which placed them in second position on the ladder with seven points, two points ahead of Scothpinestan and Fujisawan Territories after they draw with each other 3-3. The empire is now on equal goal difference with Scotchpinestan and must win the next game against first placed and undefeated Sel Appa to proceed to the quarter finals

Sel Appa Goes Through!
After a wild and tense match against Hopeless SC, Sel Appa won and was guaranteed going through. Tomorrow's result won't even affect group rank. Sel Appa is solidly first in group in a complete turnaround since the World Cup Qualifiers. The team failed to qualify after two devastating losses and a draw that sealed them in fourth place, just below the qualification threshold.

The win further gives credit to the new coach Estevez who replaced Charles DuPont. He brought on-pitch experience to the job and new strategies that appear to be working well. One more win to close out the group undefeated would be a great boost for him. Every win after that in the Knockouts will further his support. The ultimate prize is the Cup of Harmony title, which Sel Appa is still heavily favored to win. Most bookmakers place Sel Appa at 3-1 or 2-1 odds, with some going as far as putting up evens.

Sel Appa plays Blouman Empire next. A new team to international football. The match should not be hard for Sel Appa and the Turtles should not be careless even though they are cemented first in the group. A loss or draw is not what they want because that does not forecast well for the Knockouts. A win would put doubts aside for the most part.

"I mean, I'm down with skits based on awesome old cartoons, but like this?"

"The Professor wrote it himself. He says that the kids will love it. The chicken not so much."

"Whatev..."

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Professor Gearlosse of Prux has his roboducks on a soccer rampage, wiping out top teams with their superb skills.

GEARLOSSE: Mwahahaha! Vis ze ducks playink es ze top team in ze vorld, soon ze beautiful gemm vill be cold like still! Hahaha!

VON STEUBEN: Not if ve can help eet!

Gearlosse turns in surprise as Professor von Steuben strikes a cheesy pose along with four of his allies. Three of them are college students, and one is a very confused Japanese man. All of them are wearing rings of some kind; they vary from Cracker Jack decoders to class of 20xx memorabilia.

VON STEUBEN: Ve vill not let you ruin ze footballs!

STUDENT1: Or compromise our funding in robotics research with your fancy AI!

STUDENT2: Or superb engineering!

STUDENT3: Or seamless API!

CONFUSED: Nani yo kore?

GEARLOSSE: But can you really be my duckies vis your lame robots?

VON STEUBEN: Ve can... let's do eet, temm!

A combat theme song starts playing out of nowhere.

STUDENT1: Stanford!

STUDENT2: MIT!

STUDENT3: CMU!

CONFUSED: Nani?!

VON STEUBEN: Heart!!

Beams of light jump out of the rings and merge in the sky over the field. The ducks look up and Gearlosse is shocked to see...

ROBOT: By your powers combined... I... am KICKASS ROBOT!

He proceeds to lay down a beating...

Kickass Robot, he's a machine
Gonna lay a beatdown that is obscene
Crushing gear drives, wiping drives, he isn't on the duckling side...

Gearlosse crawls away in defeat.

GEARLOSSE: You'll pay for zis, Kickass Robot!

ROBOT: The power... is MINE! Surely you all realize that with my awesome power, there's no need to keep you puny humans around!

STUDENT2: Yeah, that's cute. Recite those three laws for me again?

ROBOT: ... Damn it!

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"Um... yeah, why do we keep trying to destroy the awesome robot ducks again?" asked Peter.

"Be...cause... we're jealous, or something?" replied Russ, who was just as unsure.

"I mean, I guess so long as we don't actually have to do it, it's all harmless fun, right?" said Peter, uploading the video.

Evil Doctor Ricky" Ha Ha Ha its all in my plan to take over the world. First confuse the han by writing in a particular flashy blue and then i will...

Mitsuharu Hatoyama: Haapy Firecracker Day. This is the Territorial Sports News Network and you’re watching On Call with Mitsuharu Hatoyama. Right now we’re going live with Asai Sakuko in Goguryeo Football Stadium, Pyeongyangas the Territories get ready to battle Hopeless SC. She’s standing with Noko Fujimaki, the starting Territorial goalkeeper. Asai?

AS: Yes, we’re here, and I can tell you this team is as ready as ever. They know what they have to do, they know they have a very slim chance but to make it happen, they must win. Noko, your thoughts on today’s game?

NF: Yes, I think we have our work cut out for us. Coach has always told us to take it one day, and one match at a time. So we have to go into this match to win, and focus on this match and this match only, and get the job done.

AS: You’re under a lot of pressure?

NF: Of course. It’s a big game.

AS: Well, I have to say I’m impressed that you were able to save a life while you’ve been here in Daehanjeiguk What was that experience like?

NF: Well it was a little scary because I wasn’t at home, so I wasn’t as comfortable with my surroundings, but I knew what I was doing. And I just happened to be in the right place at the right time.

AS: Your family and friends in the Territories must be proud, too.

NF: Yes, they are.

AS: Alright, so would you say today, that you’re adequately prepared for this match against Hopeless SC?

NF: I’m ready to go. I think the rest of the team is going to try to put in one last surge but our fate really depends on all three matches today, not just our own so we will be watching the outcomes very closely.

AS: One last question before I let you go. Make a prediction for today’s game.

NF: Hopeless SC 1, Fujisawan Territories 1.

AS: Okay, Noko Fujimaki with us, good luck, Noko.

NF: Thank you. Happy Firecracker Day.

AS: Happy Firecracker Day. Mitsuharu, back to you.

MH: Thanks. Well back at home in the Territories, Fujisawans are celebrating Firecracker Day in Coastal Atsuzai where the Hoji Fire Department has reserved a beachfront Drive-In Theater to screen the match against Hopeless SC live. We go there for a report with Kichisaburo Monomonoi. Kichisaburo?

KM: Yes, we’re living it up, having fun with the Hoji Fire Department, Engine Company 18. The match at Coastal Atsuzai High School has just concluded, and Engine 1 of Metropolitan Hoji defeated Engine 18 of Coastal Atsuzai 3-0, and now everybody is starting to gather around the Drive-In to watch the real match. The excitement is building on this Firecracker Day.

MH: About how many people are there?

KM: Well, there’s about 300 or so right now, and both screens have been reserved. It’s a beautiful sunny day on the beach, so it’s perfect weather to be out here watching the game. I expect more people to show up as we get closer and closer to the game.

MH: And all eyes are on Goguryeo Football Stadium. Alright, thank you Kichisaburo.

KM: Thanks. Happy Firecracker Day!

MH: Happy Firecracker Day to you as well. And we’ll be right back on On Call with more analysis of today’s match...

"Right Terry, have you got the radio jammer ready?"

"Yes Trev."

"Set to the correct frequency?"

"Yes Trev."

"And you're sure you can't be seen?"

"Dammit Trev, I know what I'm doing!"

"OK. They're blowing the whistle..." *pheet* "...now. Flip the switch!"

FZZZZZZT.

"Heh heh, Terry, you should see this! I didn't know ducks could breakdance!"

RP cutoff for countries in Dae... now! 1 hour earlier than usual? Yes, but still in the time determined for scorination (no RPs above this post missed the cutoff).

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MD05 - RESULTS IN DAEHANJEIGUK

Group C
Scotchpinestan 1-2 Beer Served Here
Fujisawan Territories 1-1 Hopeless SC
Sel Appa 3-0 Blouman Empire


Group C P W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Sel Appa 5 5 0 0 15 2 +13 15 Q
2 Blouman Empire 5 2 1 2 7 9 -2 7 Q
3 Fujisawan Territories 5 1 3 1 8 9 −1 6 E
4 Scotchpinestan 5 1 2 2 10 10 0 5 E
5 Beer Served Here 5 1 1 3 4 11 −7 4 E
6 Hopeless SC 5 0 3 2 4 7 −3 3 E


Group D
Jasīʼyūn 2-1 The Pazhujeb Islands
Violitism 0-4 Prux
Krytenia 3-2 Green wombat


Group D P W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Krytenia 5 4 0 1 11 8 +3 12 Q
2 Prux 5 3 1 1 10 5 +5 10 Q *
3 Jasīʼyūn 5 3 1 1 10 5 +5 10 E *
4 The Pazhujeb Islands 5 1 2 2 7 7 0 5 E
5 Green wombat 5 1 1 3 9 11 −2 4 E
6 Violitism 5 0 1 4 0 11 −11 1 E

* Prux gets second position due to head-to-head result against Jasīʼyūn
(1-0 result)

--> The draw of the quarterfinals doesn't have a defined time. It can happen anytime tomorrow.

Final whistle blows signifying the end of the game

Forrens (Commentator): And that is it is all over the Empire has gone down 3-0 the fans aren't very happy they knew that a win would guarantee advancement to the next round.

Kollinder (Special Comments): Yes it is a shame the team put in a lot of effort into this game and they now have to wait and rely on the results of the other games to see if they can proceed

F: Yes but this was always going to be a game that the Empire would struggle in and one where they were expected to lose after all Sel Appa is ranked fifth in the world

K: Yes but as I said in the Pre-game show this game they were always expected to lose and really it was important to get results in the other four games, and that loss to Scotchpinestan and the draw with Fujisawan really have put them in this predicament where everyone is waiting and hoping that those two teams get it wrong.

F: Indeed indeed, well as this game started 5 minutes before the others we are busily getting the final score and we will bring them up soon but let us go down to the empires change rooms where we have Sam Kiamar waiting to speak to us

F: Hello Sam, not the best game for the team now was it?

Camera go to Kiamar who is in the change rooms

Sam Kiamar (Captain): No but I wouldn't say we played crap we actually played well and quite frankly the better team won out there today, there are stronger and faster than us and that is because they have so much more international experience and they are ranked 5th in the world so it is not surprising that they beat us and will probably win the cup.

F: Indeed do you think you could have done better in the other games so that with this loss to Sel Appa you would not be sitting around now waiting to hear the results

SK: Well in every game we play we can always do better even those two wins we could have done better, but yes if results had gone our way a bit more then for sure this game where everybody knew we would lose we could have treated this game as a bit if a scratch match so we could try a few sets against a top sided team.

F: Well I have the results in my hand now Sam and both games have finished so Fujisawan Territories drew 1-1 with Hopeless SC and Scotchpinestan playing against bottom of the table Beer Served Here........................lost 2-1 you did it buddy you are through to the quarter finals.

A Stunned face on Kaimar

SK: What really hey guys we a re through we've made it Scotchpinestan lost and Fujisawan could only manage a draw

A cheer goes up in the change rooms with people now spraying sports dink around, two guys jump onto Kaimars back hugging him and slapping him on the back with one guy pouring water all over Kiamars head

F: Well I don't think we will get much more from Sam at the moment, but there you go the Empire finished second on seven points with two wins a draw and two losses and will now proceed onto the quarter finals.

K: Yes congratulations to all members of the team they really deserve to proceed and lets hope they can play well in the quarter finals.

F: Well here is the table as you can see Bloumany managing to get in with 7 points only one ahead fro Fujisawan and two ahead from Scotchpinestan Hopeless SC the only team not to win and Sel Appa with a perfect round of five wins

Group C P W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Sel Appa 5 5 0 0 15 2 +13 15 Q
2 Blouman Empire 5 2 1 2 7 9 -2 7 Q
3 Fujisawan Territories 5 1 3 1 8 9 −1 6 E
4 Scotchpinestan 5 1 2 2 10 10 0 5 E
5 Beer Served Here 5 1 1 3 4 11 −7 4 E
6 Hopeless SC 5 0 3 2 4 7 −3 3 E

F: Well there you have it make sure you tune into the quarter final game for the Empire with the draw yet to happen we will see you then, just to recap bloumany lost 3-0 but are through to the quarter finals, goodnight.

Closing credits appear with highlights of the game and the celebration in the change rooms on the screen

Group A
Dancougar 3–1 Kelssek
Jeru FC 2–1 The Supermarket
Estresse Intenso 2–3 Magnus Valerius

Group A P W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Jeru FC 5 3 2 0 8 5 +3 11 Q
2 Estresse Intenso 5 3 1 1 14 6 +8 10 Q *
3 Dancougar 5 3 1 1 6 7 −1 10 E *
4 Magnus Valerius 5 2 1 2 6 6 0 7 E
5 Kelssek 5 1 0 4 4 9 −5 3 E
6 The Supermarket 5 0 1 4 3 8 −5 1 E
* Estresse Intenso wins over Dancougar on GD



Group B
Acapais 0–1 Rejistania
Jariss 1–0 Yafalonia and Bazor 2
Taeshan 1–3 Lovisa

Group B P W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Jariss 5 2 2 1 5 4 +1 8 Q *
2 Rejistania 5 2 2 1 3 3 0 8 Q *
3 Yafalonia and Bazor 2 5 2 1 2 6 5 +1 7 E
4 Lovisa 5 1 3 1 5 5 0 6 E **
5 Taeshan 5 1 3 1 6 7 −1 6 E **
6 Acapais 5 1 1 3 5 6 −1 4 E
*Jariss wins over Rejistania on GD
** Lovisa wins over Taeshan on GD

Into the Knockouts
With a fifth win under their belt, the Turtles head into the Knockout Round undefeated and 5 all. They defeated fellow go-throughers Blouman Empire in a 3-0 shutout. The match wasn't much of interest and saw quite low viewership in Sel Appa. Lenny Nkuma scored two of the goals and Karisi Kopel scored the third. Nkuma almost had a hat trick, but the Blouman Empire keeper was in the way.

The first stage of the Knockout Round is redrawn. It is unclear how it will be drawn or if it will just be two random pairings. Regardless, Sel Appa faces heavily favorable odds of winning their next match. Prux (51), Krytenia (54), Blouman Empire (69), are all potential opponents. Blouman Empire has already been defeated by Sel Appa and is the lowest-ranked. Drawing them would be good for Sel Appa because the record easily points to another easy win.

Many Sel Appans want a Sel Appa-Prux. Prux is an extremely popular side here, comparable to the popularity of Bostopia and Cafundeu. Sel Appa hosted Prux in the Hatchling Cup. Prux is the closest in rank to Sel Appa, but there still is an enormous gap that Prux will have trouble crossing. The match is guaranteed to be watched by most Sel Appans; advertisers and broadcasters are really hoping for it.

Finally, there is Krytenia. A veteran side that recently returned to international football. They expressed interest in meeting Sel Appa in the Cup of Harmony after Sel Appa failed to qualify. Again here, we see a very large gap that will be hard to get across. Krytenia faces a tough fight, but don't put it past them not to be able to pull of a win.

The surprise here is Jasi'yun's failure to go through. They were closest ranked to Sel Appa at 26 and expected to go through. They managed to snag third place, but that did not cut it. This eliminates a fairly capable threat to Sel Appa early on and increases the probability that Sel Appa will win the Cup of Harmony.

Sel Appa is heavily favored to win the Quarterfinal match due to the large rank gap. Sel Appa's failure to qualify ultimately gave them the ability to win the Cup of Harmony. Their last visit to the Cup was in its 24th Edition. Then, Sel Appa was defeated in the Knockout Round by Green wombat, who failed to go through this time, in extra time. Sel Appa has since gone well up in rank after qualifying for six straight World Cups and taking third place in World Cup 37 over Zwangzug.

ANNOUNCER: College Gameday Postgame Report... brought to you by Construction Hut! When it needs to get done right, hit the hut.

(Outside the Arena América)
JAKE: And we welcome you back, Dee Torso, Dirk Spiceroad. What a finish in Group A tonight, and these scores are now all final. Jeru FC winning against the Supermarket by a score of two to one, that game was tied for seventy three minutes until the army boys broke through for the winner. And that goal broke the backs of the Wings, whose three-one win over Kelssek means they join Jasiyun as the only three-win teams watching the knockout round from home.

DEE: And it was a very competitive final day. We saw Magnus Valerius finally get on form and take down Landau, but as we said after the last game - the goal differential was key. Because they built up such a huge cushion in those early games, they could afford to rest some starters and prepare for the next round knowing that the Wings had no chance of making it up.

DIRK: All credit to them, of course. I think what hurts this Black Wing team the most is that they only played one bad game in the entire Cup of Harmony, but in tournament play, you can't afford to have any if you want to move on. Ultimately, they played a nice tournament, but all the pieces weren't there yet.

JAKE: Let's take a look at the highlights, then.

(Voiceover as the highlights play)
DEE: Okay, the Wings tried to take control of this game right from the beginning, they were on a mission, and they actually responded to the pressure early on. Hideo Ikeda in just the eighth minute, here's a cracking shot, far post! He uses the screen on Davis and he reacts too late, it's one-nil, and the black towels are out!

DIRK: All eyes nervously on that scoreboard, keeping track of the Jeru game, but the Wings had to take care of business here first. Kelssek, looking for that equilizer, minute twenty. Arsenault, he plays in the Cafundeu league, looking at ease in front of this crowd. Picks his way through the midfield and finds Ian Sinclair making a run, he slots it home, and we're all tied up. Great penetration on the run, Nance picked him up too late.

DEE: Wings with another chance right before the half, minute forty two, corner kick from Akira Morimoto. Boskov leaps, connects, and it's headed off the line St. Louis. Great defensive play to keep the game tied at one, Boskov thought he got enough on it, can only shake his head. Second half, now, Wings trying to bear down on that Kelssek goal. Minute sixty three, Waya hits a cross to Morimoto. Akira takes it on the right side, cuts back on the defender, and he's got a clear run! Morimoto, top of the box, into space, and how's this for a goal?! Top shelf, keeper stranded, two to one! And Jeru FC tied at this point, so the fans going crazy!

DIRK: The fervor died away ten minutes later, Jeru picked up that go-ahead goal, and Dancougar now, doing their part. They put it away in minute eighty four, Leyton heads in the free kick from Morimoto to make it three-one. Kelssek really had no answer for the Wings in the second half, only thirty five percent possession for them. Wings win three to one, but it's only enough for third place in Group A.

(Back to the stadium)
JAKE: So, after two tournaments and World Cup qualifying, it's finally the end of the road for this Dancougar team. Players who haven't already graduated will do so and move on. For a select few, there's a chance to lead the next generation of college footballers into World Cup 40. Your final thoughts, guys, on this team.

DIRK: They definitely experienced some growing pains, same as any first-time squad. In qualifying, the biggest problem was a lack of offense. Pat French tried to keep things simple and not change too much up during that run, and it cost them in the end. A fourth place finish was not bad, but when they lost, they lost bad. This team had a tendency to lose heart if they fell behind early.

DEE: Yeah, but let's not forget, they were able to spring back from those games, and got quite a few good wins from that. An upset against Taeshan, an away draw against Hopeless SC, and those were good results to get as a young team, even if it didn't threaten the group leaders. It's all about confidence. I think it helped them a lot when they came into the Cup of Harmony, they did try to get a little more offense. Ultimately, it was that bad loss to Landau that did them in, but they still played like a more polished team.

JAKE: But will the transition to the next team be smooth, though, and maintain some of that quality?

DIRK: I think it will. Ikeda, at the very least, should be back if he plays well in Cafundeu, and as the team's leading scorer, the players will look to him to lead. His job over the next few years will be developing into the leader they need. As for players, I think the college game is getting more organized, the quality is getting better. The players should be more ready the next time around.

DEE: And the coaching staff will be prepared, to. I don't see Pat French returning, honestly, they'll probably want a more permanent staff that isn't affiliated with any of the universities. They'll bring a more narrowed perspective and focus that will really hone in on what each player is good at, so they know exactly where they fit into the puzzle.

JAKE: We will all be watching intently, but for now, we bid the international stage adieu. Dancougar is done, out of Group A after finishing third on ten points, ending tonight with a morale-boosting three-one win over Kelssek. Scores and highlights of all the action coming up next on Sportscenter. For all of us at College Gameday, I'm Jake Matthews saying goodnight from Cafundeu.

Pawtucket National Toilet Wipe
Cause that's all it's good for!


The end of the world must be nigh, as Prux advanced into the Quarterfinals fo the Cup of Harmony, following a 4-0 win voer Violitism, while Jasīʼyūn could only manage to eke by The Pazhujeb Islands. Meaning, since the two teams were tied on points and GD, Prux advanced due to the 1-0 win earlier in the tourney.

Professor Gearlosse had this to say after the match:
"I'm humbled zat my plan actually worked! Und to zose Dancougar peoplez who keep uploadink zose funny vadeos of them beatink my ducz, kepp zem comink, I laugh very muchly at zem.

Prux's goals were scored by: Jumbo duck, Mumbo duck, Speedy MacDuck and Quickie MacDuck.

Green wombat Inquirer
Beacuse you really need to know

Kytenia 3
Green wombat 2

Green wombat was eliminated even before the match with Krytenia began, even though, a tough 3-2 loss to the Aces placed the Wombats in 5th.

((OOC- for some reason i kept getting error messages when i tried getting to the nation sign on screen so i couldn;t los in to post my RP for the last round.i could read the forum itself just fine for some reason though fortunately i managed to win anyway but in any case here it is))

A much happier Jariss team comes into the locker room exchanging hi fives after their hard fought win over Acapais. Now the team knew that with a win against Yafalonia and Bazor 2 they had a very good chance of moving to the quarterfinal knockout stage. The bad news was that Y&B 2 still lead the group with 7 points, two up on the Spiders, and had only gotten 1 point in their last two matches.

Coach Banama: OK people one more win and we’re as good as in. Might have to see what Taeshan and Rejistania do for final seeding but I like our chances, Taeshan has Lovisa who really has to be upset at their record so far. Top seed, defending champs and they’re last. Then Rejistania has a bit of an easier road with Acapais and hold the head to head tiebreaker on us if it comes to that. Hopefully they can only manage a draw.

Fya Panai: Well we’ll just have to win to make sure all those complicated things aren’t a factor right guys?

Goru Lyani: Well actually Fya, even if we win we kinda have to wait on the other results.

Fya: You always try to make things too complicated don’t you?

Goru: I’m not trying that’s just how it works Fya.

Minna Dawo: I think I might need a hat trick next match. Goal differential is very important right and we’re dead even. Tali that means you better get a shutout.

Tali Vindu: Well I am due for one. Haven’t had any since the first match.

Telao Rashi: Damn these tiebreakers are confusing. Look here, if we get a draw and Taeshan loses, we have to hope Lovisa beats them by two goals to set up a tie with them on goal differential and Taeshan loses out but if its only by one then we tie Taeshan on GD and Lovisa is eliminated and that’s not even counting what happens if Rejistania gets a draw too though I think we beat them on GD or do they beat us on head to head. I’m getting a headache.

Fae Numuu: Well this is the group of draws according to the press anyway. Watch all three matches be draws.

Minna: I hope not cause that means we’d be out.

Joa Giranu: Um you do all realize something right?

Fya: What?

Joa: Well if we get by in the second spot we have to play Sel Appa in the quarterfinals most likely.

<Team looks unhappy>

Coach Banama: FIrstn things first, we go out there and beat Y&B2, see if that’s enough to get us into the next round and THEN worry about who we’re playing. OK?

Team: Sure coach.

Coach Banama: OK hit the showers then. Big game tomorrow.

Alfredo Neves was having dinner when his phone rang ... it was one of those special numbers from Jeruselem. Must be a government person.

Alfredo: Hello!
Jacinta: Hello, it's Jacinta here. How are you?
Alfredo: Yes, I'm good. The boys are doing their job too.
Jacinta: We have appointment for you when you come back.

Alfredo: Am I in trouble?
Jacinta: No, we're discussing your situation. We want you to stay on.
Alfredo: Considering I'm not popular at home, I like this place.
Jacinta: Good! Your boys have done well! Hopefully we'll win this Cup of Harmony too.

Alfredo: There's a small problem called Sel Appa.
Jacinta: All you need is good day, they can lose games.
Alfredo: I'm sure we can but chances are they'll want to win too.
Jacinta: We'll see you back here in Jeruselem. Keep our boys winning.

Alfredo: Don't worry about that, no slacking when I'm in charge
Jacinta: We'll talk about that pay rise too.
Alfredo: Yes, yes ... we must talk about that.
Jacinta: I love money talk

The IFA of Daehanjeiguk would like to take a moment to explain that simply because some team of ducks are progressing doesn't mean that we like ducks... Maybe in Cafundeu, but in the Han Empire, we like our ducks roasted... *not intending to humiliate or insult Prux in any way - I just thought that it was necessary to have a humorous interjection*

THE EMPIRE TIMES

BLOUMAN MOVES TO NEXT ROUND
Sel Appa Beats Bloumany
Empire disproves cynics

The Blouman Empire today made it past the group stage in the Cup of Harmony and will now play in the quarter finals. The team went through despite a 3-0 loss to Sel Appa who won every game in the group stage and finished a comfortable first 8 points clear of the empire. The game was played well with both teams putting in strong tackles and good passing, but the turtles defence was too strong for the empires forward line with the team only managing 12 shots on goal throughout the game with Sel Appa's keeper Mongke Bokegalbaatar managing to save those on target. While the Empires defence was strong and Burner played a marvellous game Lenny Nkuma managed to score two goals the first in the 39th and the second in the 61st minute Karisi Kopel scored the final goal in the 79th minute. Manager Danner said that "this game is one of those times were while the team played an good game the better side was always destined to win and this one of those times".

When it became known that Scotchpinestan had lost to Beer served Here 2-1 and Fujisawan Territories drew with Hopeless SC fans across the empire who had packed pubs and bars in recent games as the team was now performing well erupted with many celebrating as though the team had won the cup. It is now up to the Danner to ready the team for the next game the quarter final, if the team manages to win this game then they will be through to the Semi final only a game away from the Cup final. Captain Sam Kaimar has said "we are pleased that we have made the next round and now we must begin to play proper football and know that we must play at the top of our game at all times"

Many people had shrugged of the chances of making it to the next stage both at home and abroad, the team has unofficially told these people to "go stick it" some of the most notable people is local social commentator who said that he was so confident that the team would lose every game that if they came in the top two in their group then he would personally donate $50000 to the FFB Kids on the Street program. Another large cynic who believed that our team would collapse was the Green Wombat Inquirer who also placed us last with zero points and this paper would like to point out that Green Wombat finished second to last in their group with only one win to their name.

Ala Niru sits at home watching his brand new HD tri-screen as the Jariss match with Yafalonia and Bazor 2 with Cup of Harmony advancing rights on the line. Of course being a true soccer fan the other two screens held the Taeshan-Lovisa match and the Rejistania-Acapais match respectively. Holding up his clipboard with all his notes he sat back to enjoy the game.

1PM Jariss standard time

OK this should be easy enough my handy chart here will make sure I can keep track of who’;s doing what. Woohoo kickoff!

1:19PM

Ok Lovisa just scored. So that puts them at 6 points so it’s a four way tie with us, them Taeshan and Rejistania. OK, good thing we’re not going head to head first or rejis would have us beat. We’re at 0, Lovisa is at -1, Taeshan is at 0, Reji is at 0. OK that still keeps us second. C’Mon Minna score already.

1:28PM

NOOOOO Taeshan just tied it up. That puts us all back to square 1 again Taeshan takes back second and we get bounced to third. Let’s see which one am I rooting for here again? Oh yeah Lovisa, by one would be best. Why can’t we score dammit?

1:33PM

I don’t believe it? How could the refs not call offsides on that play. Rejis scores? I’m calling BS on that one. No way that goal should stand up. Dammit that puts us where? Carry the 1, subtract the two. Ack Rejis is in first now and we’re bounced down to fourth. What’s wrong with you people?

1:50PM

Everyone’s at the half. We’re in trouble. Why can’t we put the damn ball in the net already? Damn refs are going to cost us this match. Rejis has 8, Y&B has 8. Taehsan is at 7 and we’re stuck at 6. One stinking goal is that too much to ask for. You suck Minna, where’s your damn hattrick you were talking about on the local news last night?

2:11PM

GOOOOOOOOOOOOAL! I knew you could do it Minna, you’re freakin awesome. Way to get us out in front. Who’s in first now? We are? Who’s going to the quarters? We are?

2:14PM

WTF! Where’s the damn D? Tali you’re damn lucky that one went off the crossbar. You almost ruined everything damn you! We’re screwed, they’re going to tie it up any second now.

2:25PM

That’s more like it Lovisa, way to take the lead. How do you like that Taeshan, not in the mix now are you Mr. 6 points isn’t going to be enough team. That’s right watch things from home.


2:31PM

Stick a fork in Taeshan they’re done. 3-1 now. Dammit what does that do to the gd now with Lovisa? Oh wait we’re still up on them, they only have six points. Still up on gd on both of them anyway. Damn Minna that one went off the right post, you HAD it. How could you miss that one? We’re still at 8, Rejis at 8, Y&B at 7.

2:34PM

Hello Acapais, do you plan on doing ANYTHING offensively today? At least you’re playing some defense. We can’t get screwed on goal differential. We’re up 1 right now but we screw up or Rejis scores again they get us on head to head. Hmmwhat happens in a three way tie with Y&B at 8 with a draw. No dammit, that would only put us at 6. we’d be out.

2:49PM

YES! We did it! 1-0 win baby, who’s going to the quarters? That’s right Jariss is. And no head to head leapfrog for you Rejis. +1 gd to 0 suckers! 8 points and oops sorry Y&B we just jumped over you. How do you like that Mr. 2-0-0 start going home to watch us now? Too bad you could only score once. Now to figure out the odds of playing Sel Appa next….

OOC: Okay. let's try something different:
IC:
Ihara Jasim looked at is class 9le expectingly. "So? anyone wants to read out the homework?"

Nervous giggles were the answer.

"How about you, Kansu Elju? Do you have them?"

"Yeah... we were supposed to write about a modern-day event as if it was a traditional tale... I chose the last soccer match of the team of KaMaRi against the team of Acapais..."

Someone laughs.

*nervously* "I can stop if you just want to laugh!"

"Silxix, I saw you laughing, please don't discourage Kansu! Kansu, please read!"

"Yes, tahoj! Thre was a time when the earth was still young, the trees just learned to grow upwards and the rocks just learnd to become hard, the children of Mjekirkansu and Teknekansu emerged from Toheri, one of those who emerged was Janumu, who would go to found he tribes of xentira and another one was Selaetkari who would travel over the sea and find a home in the land, which after horrible battles and gruesome test of the gods became Acapais. These two people said before they left in different directions, that they will meet again - in a worse time. The time passed and nothing remained of this tale even in the memory of the people of the lands, but as the 4 ghosts of the new time, embodiments of Jaortirkansa and Alantikansa ravaged the land, the promise was met."

"What are the 4 ghosts of the new time?"

"Errr, I read what Janit had and build up on her story. Can I summarize her story?"

"'course! lowers the chance I have to read in class!"

"The Ghosts of the new time are like the 4 horsemen in medieval northern mythology - or the 3 ghosts of the Xan-era. They were Inflation, System Failure, Poverty and... errr..."

"War!"

"Thank you, Janit! The children of Janumu and Selaetkari met on the fifth day of the Iras in a land, far from the spirits of their ancestors, they arrived in boats of steel and on the wings of the giant birds made of metal and of the magic. The place they went was called Cafundéu and the people of the tribes met because the Lords of Sekhika* have decried the begin the the Cup of Harmony in this place, It was the 31st time, that the voice of the Lords has declared the tourney of honor and Harmony to start."

(TBC)

*Soccer

Inside the Opala Hall Theater, the second biggest of the city of Lasft, the quarterfinals draw was made. The president of the CCFM, Erasmo Carlos Jowenguard, didn't want to make the draw getting the balls, only wanting to watch the draw, as he thought that picking the balls one by one would be extremely boring and tiring. So, the mayor of Lasft, Vladmir Xavantes, was the one that did the hard work. In the first pot, with the first seeds, the names of Jeru FC, Jariss, Sel Appa and Krytenia. In the second, the names of Estresse Intenso, Rejistania, Blouman Empire and Prux.

And, after the draw... the Counselor-Minister/President of the CCFM/Leader of the CoH31 council/Grandfather of 7 children/Father of 3 people/Participant of the Aquatic Sports council/Accountant of Banco Econômico/and many other things Erasmo Carlos Jowenguard announced the quarterfinal games:

"Here they are. The quarterfinal games. The draw, made here in the Opala Hall Theater, was simple, but interesting to follow. And, first of all, let's announce the games that will be played in Cafundéu."

"The first game has to have Estresse Intenso, as the country must play in Cafundéu. So, the first seed to face Estresse Intenso is... Krytenia!"

"The second game is between... Sel Appa and... Rejistania!"

"Now, to the games to be played in Daehanjeiguk."

"The first quarterfinal in Daehanjeiguk is between... Jeru FC and Blouman Empire!"

"And the second one, of course, is Prux against Jariss. Now, let's see the four games in the main screen:"

Quarterfinal Games:

Krytenia x Estresse Intenso
Place: Maracatuzão, Dunboor

Sel Appa x Rejistania
Place: Arena América, Abadia

Jeru FC x Blouman Empire
Place: Gwangdong Imperial Sports Complex and Stadium, Gwangju

Jariss x Prux
Place: Sanghae National Football Stadium, Sanghae

Inside the Opala Hall Theater, the second biggest of the city of Lasft, the quarterfinals draw was made. The president of the CCFM, Erasmo Carlos Jowenguard, didn't want to make the draw getting the balls, only wanting to watch the draw, as he thought that picking the balls one by one would be extremely boring and tiring. So, the mayor of Lasft, Vladmir Xavantes, was the one that did the hard work. In the first pot, with the first seeds, the names of Jeru FC, Jariss, Sel Appa and Krytenia. In the second, the names of Estresse Intenso, Rejistania, Blouman Empire and Prux.

(ooc: Now whose draw was more exciting? The one where the guy watches some other guy draw balls out of pots, or the one where the guy plays DDR to make a computer generate selections and randomly spit out one name more often than all of the others? :p)

IFA Head Commissioner Coutn Jeong Mongjun checks his email, as if it were any other normal day.

: "Want to see my $#*&@#?" I thought I got rid of all of this $hit? Oh, here's a message from Counselor-Minister/President of the CCFM/Leader of the CoH31 council/Grandfather of 7 children/Father of 3 people/Participant of the Aquatic Sports council/Accountant of Banco Econômico/and many other things Erasmo Carlos Jowenguard. I wonder what he wants - another commercial endorsement? More money?

"QFD"? What the hell is that? I can't read this stuff. Any of it. It's like reading another language.

Secretary: Sir. It is. It's the Cafundenlse language. Do you want me to read it?

Jeong: You can read this?

Secretary: Well, ever since we started dealing with the CCFM, and everything else, ranging from sending out players there, their players here, and the whatnot, someone had to learn it. It was obvious that it wasn't you. Hmm. Oh, the quarterfinal draws were made. He just wants you to be ready for who plays there.

Jeong: That's it? Why didn't he say so?

Secretary: He did. In his language.

Jeong: They should learn how to write more clearly.

Secretary: And you need to learn that other people speak differently sometimes. One of these days, you'll actually learn something too.

Jeong: Well, just make sure that the quarterfinal draws get processed and make the necessary preparations. I'm going to be stuck in my office until I get over 100,000 points.

Secretary: Sir. Do they actually pay you to play DDR all day?

Jeong: No, but it's pretty addicting.

Secretary: Right. I get this stuff processed...

THE EMPIRE TIMES

Empire Draws Jeru FC

The draw for the quarter final has taken place in Canfundeu and Bloumany has drawn Jeru FC. Jeru FC who is the only independent club allowed to play within the World Cup and other related tournaments and is the "little brother" of World Cup qualifiers rival Jerusalem. Jeru FC finished first in their group with 3 wins and two draws and will be a tough team for the empire to beat. Manager Luke Danner who attended the draw with captain Sam Kiamar said of the approaching game, "This will be a tight game and one where we will be challenged, but I think that the team can but the pressure on Jeru and can come up with the win", Kiamar said "Well we always knew that who ever we drew it will be tough but I think that we can step up to the crease and give ourselves a good chance of making the Semi finals". The game will be played tomorrow and it is believed that the team is now reviewing Jeru FC games and are busily preparing for the game, the game will be played at Gwangdong Imperial Sports Complex and Stadium.

The other three games from the draw are Krytenia v Estresse Intenso, Sel Appa v Rejistania and Jariss v Prux. Millions of Bloumans will be crowding their local bars and pubs during the game while millions more will stay up late and watch it from home. Prince Luke II of Braxon has also announced that there will be three 'hot spots' within the capital where fans can watch the game on large screens in an open alcoholic free area, he stated that "it will be somewhere were parents can take their kids and enjoy what could very well be history in the making free in a safe environment without alcohol fuelled crowds", those residing in Braxon please check local sources for the exact location of these 'hot spots'

OOC: Jerusalem the bit about Jeru FC was what I gathered please tell me if it is incorrect, and the paper will issue an apology next time

JARISS RENAISSANCE PRESS
“No storm shall silence us!”

Team Advances to Quarters!
In a surprising late charge with wins over Acapais and Yafalonia and Bazor 2 the Spiders leapfrogged over everyone and won their group to make it to the quarterfinals against the Robo-ducks of Prux. While many islanders are trying to get their minds around the idea of facing robots in international soccer, the team actually did reasonably well with their options. Despite being the second highest seed remaining, and that only a spot ahead of the Bloumen Empire, the Spiders face the fourth highest ranked team remaining.

While that may not look to encouraging on paper, it is proof of just how important winning the group was for the Jariss team. Why you may ask? Because the runners up in the group, #62 Rejistania, the only team to beat the Spiders in the qualifiers, because of a slim 1 goal difference in Jariss’ favor find themselves up against the top seed and heavily favored to win it all #5 Sel Appa. Not only that, because of the way the draw is set up, they wouldn’t see the top seeds until the finals.

Despite having little success in the past our staff here at the JRP has made their own predictions for the quarters.

#54 Krytenia v. #36 Estresse Intenso- This could be the match of the quarters. A former World Cup power and #1 team in the world trying to regain the heights of its glory days against the second highest seed remaining. A last day loss by EI nearly cost them their spot but the top goal differential of any non Sel Appan squad can’t be ignored. Krytenia also was tough offensively but their defense is much more suspect. Should be a fun one to watch.
Prediction- Estresse Intenso 4-3

#5 Sel Appa v. #62 Rejistania- The best across the board v. the second best defense in the qualifiers. Unfortunately all the weapons appear to be in Sel Appa’s favor who surrendered only 2 goals the entire qualifiers while Rejistania only scored three total in the same period. This one is probably the most clear cut match of them all.
Prediction- Sel Appa 2-0

#44 Jeru FC v. #69 Bloumen Empire- Some claim the Han got the short end of the stick in the quarters as not only are the top two seeds in the Cafundeu side but the two bottom seeds are here as well. JeruFC has been on the verge of stepping up as a serious factor in international play and managed an undefeated qualifiers thanks in large part to their military discipline no doubt. The Empire is probably a sentimental favorite of the hosts being the only other Empire left but have their work cut out as the fewest points of any of the qualifiers as well as the only negative goal differential of the quarterfinalists.
Prediction- JeruFC 3-1

#68 Jariss v. #51 Prux- The lowest ranked group winner coming off back to back wins against a Prux squad that actually had more points in the qualifiers than Jariss did. Jariss is a bit better defensively through the run so far while Prux clearly has the offensive edge thanks to their 4-0 final day thrashing of Violitism and edged out Jasiyun on head to head. Don’t expect the same amount of scoring in what looks to be the most evenly matched of the 4 qualifiers.
Prediction- Jariss 0-0 (3-2 in penalty kicks) Editors note: yeah so we picked ourselves, no one picked us to be here anyway! and we needed to throw an upset in somewhere.

<earlier at Fya Panai’s hotel room after the draw was announced>

Fya: Robots? Do we really have to play robots? Isn’t that illegal or something?

Kia Paru: Maybe it’ll rain and they’ll rust.

Goa Tikii: I doubt it- robot DUCKS after all. Ducks like water.

Kia: Damn!

Fya: Maybe we can write a protest letter or something. We should be playing people and all.

Kia: Well they let mice play before.

Fya: When was this?

Kia: A while back, I found it on the ‘yippee’ search engine.

Goa: Geek.

<Kia smacks Goa with a pillow>

Goa: Hey!

<Goa grabs a pillow and the two start squaring off for an epic pillow fight of nigh-biblical proportions>

Fya: I gotta go see Coach. He’ll straighten this out. Hey maybe we can build a giant pond on the sidelines and draw all the ducks to there so we can score. Ducks love ponds!

<Fya runs out as the battle behind her begins>

Telegram for the Jariss Football Association!


THE DUCKS MUST BE DEFEATED STOP
OUTFIT CLEATS WITH MAGNETS STOP
DELETE ONBOARD DUCK MEMORY BY RUNNING PAST ONE STOP
FOR GREAT JUSTICE STOP

To Cafundeu!

It's all going off now. Having powered into the quarter-finals, and having watched Ja Si Yun being pruxed into submission by the robotic ducks, the next step is to defeat the team of the Landau Institute, otherwise known as Estresse Intenso. They have impressed in front of the partizan Cafundese crowd, something that thanks to the mechanics of the draw they will rely on for however long their stay in this tournament continues.

Meanwhile, old rivals Rejistania get the big tie of the round against what the statisticians say are the fifth-best team in the world. We say the fifth-best wouldn't be in this tournament in the first place and will plump for the four-time world champions to pull off the "shock".

Elsewhere, look for the sparks to fly (literally) as Prux loch horns (beaks?) with Jariss, and Jeru FC take on some Blue Men or somesuch (or was it Nonesuch Street playing in blue? I forget) in the sleeper hit of the round.

I've been Rameses Niblick III. I've also been Mandy Horshell, but that was for a bet.

-RN3

After the theme song (which sounds similar to the EPL TV theme song) along with highlights of previous games

Forrens: Hello and welcome to the game against Jeru FC I am your host and commentator Henry Forrens and with me is the man I see more than my own wife co-commentator Ahron Kollinder.

Kollinder: Ha ha yes we do seem to be together quite often, and I think that this game will be a close game for the empire and will be difficult for them.

F: Yes indeed, but before we get to that I understand that you have been talking to your contacts inside the FFB, is there any truth in the rumours that Danner will no longer be manager if they lose tonight.

K: Absolutely no truth, they certainly would have fired him had he not taken the team to this level but he job is relatively safe now maybe if they lost to a large margin but I think he will remain with the team for a while longer.

F: Good glad to see that is cleared up probably a stunt by the media to ring up some attention. Now you said earlier that the game will be difficult for them and they are going into this game as the underdogs, but that has not stopped the support of Bloumans everywhere.

K: Certainly not, everyone talks about it, everyone is wearing the strip, even if it did cause controversy and the team has a lot of support behind them, they can be confident that there are millions upon millions of people cheering them onto the win.

F: Yes indeed, and we will now cross over to the change rooms where the team is busily preparing for the game and with us we have the manager Luke Danner, how confident are you Luke.

The shot changes to the change rooms where we can see some playing passing the ball too each other, others sitting around talking, some getting strapped, other non-players go about their business. The shot then goes to Danner

D: Yes hello Henry, we are feeling very confident there is a relaxed atmosphere within the change rooms at the moment many players are relaxing and getting their head and body ready for the game, they know they are the underdogs but throughout this tournament and other they have been and they have come through before.

F: They most certainly have do they know the amount of people who will be watching them tonight

D: Yes they do it is hard to get away from it really they read their local paper and that is all you hear about, I don't think that this will worry them or put them under any pressure all of these guys are used to playing to large crowds, and with a large following these guys can handle the publicity and the fans.

F: Yes indeed well all their playing life they have had that sort of exposure. Well thank you for your time Ahron and best of luck for the game.

D: Thank you

The camera now goes back to the two commentators in the commentary box

F: We will be back after the break to go through both teams starting line up and who the most dangerous players from both teams are

OOC - Blouman Empire, Jeru FC is actually an army team not a club

Jeruselem Government News

WIN FOR SKATE! says Alfredo Neves to his Jeru FC team

Jeru FC coach whose team is at the Cup of Harmony 31 has told his team to play for their fallen Queen. Alfredo Nevs who comes from Cafundeu, said to JGN

"We take on the Blouman Empire. Jeruselem didn't have trouble with them so we shouldn't either. I want the team to think about a 26 year old Dallas girl in a small bare room. Yes, Skate or Queen Alexandra katherine Dallas. We are playing for Jeruselem and for our Queen. Our boys adore Skate because she's really cute and she's our national leader. They will run out to play for the pride of Jeruselem and for their fallen Queen. I spoke to the boys after the news, and they were pumped up. Some loser gets his head removed and no one cares - except our Skate still had to pay. You know they were really pumped, they were mad. They wanted to do something, like ... well, using lots of explosive on a foreign country in a bad way - hey, they are army people. But at least they are ready. They won't lack any motivation. When they run out, they'll be playing hard. They'll be thinking about our Queen too. They won't forget. They'll want to win and show the world, Jeru FC are about Skate. Jeru FC worshipped her, and well they'll be out there winning because our Skate is a prisoner. I spoke to Princess Jacinta and she's hurting ... I want Jeru FC to win this for our girls. The team will be wearing black arm bands. We will sing with national pride and show even these army losers do care about their nation."

Pawtucket National Toilet Wipe
Cause that's all it's good for!


ROBO DUCKS to take on Jariss.

Two of the lowest seeds to advance will battle for a spot into the Semifinals against either Jeru FC or the Blouman Empire. It is possible that the winner of this match could be the sacrifical lamb for Sel Appa in the final.

Professor Gearlosse had this to say aabout Jariss:
"Ze Zariss team has been von of ze better teams, but I zink that playing agianst my robotik-duckies, zey will colapse, liken ze Poles, ze Czechs, ze French und others. Ve shall vin 2-0 und play zat army team.

(OOC: I'm sorry, very sorry for this huge delay, and must say that this can happen tomorrow too. I hope you forgive me, this delay is due to the fact that I've just moved to the "enourmously huge" metropolis of São Paulo, but now I'm here with the scores)

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Quarterfinal Results (winners in italics):

Jeru FC 3-1 Blouman Empire

Jariss 0-0 Prux (0-0 AET; 3-5 PK)

Semifinal Game in Daehanjeiguk:

Jeru FC x Prux
Place: Munhwa Football Stadium, Hanseong

"...Well the Knockouts were done a little differently than many had thought, but it worked out for us. Our opponent is Rejistania, who we met many Cups ago back in the 33rd. We beat them once there and also lost once. We also met them in World Cup 31, where we lost both times. We were a weak team then and they were a powerhouse. Now, the reverse is true.

Sel Appa is looking forward to an easy win at Arena América in Abadia, Cafundeu. Coach Estevez remembers being on the pitch working hard to score against the juggernaut. He said 'We were a fairly new team and they were pretty intimidating, but we tried our best despite losing 0-5.' The Turtles put in their best effort, but could not even score once. This time, Rejistania will be lucky if they can score.

That's it for Yobo's Podcast. Join me next week for a review of the 31st Cup of Harmony."

(OOC: I'm sorry, very sorry for this huge delay, and must say that this can happen tomorrow too. I hope you forgive me, this delay is due to the fact that I've just moved to the "enourmously huge" metropolis of São Paulo, but now I'm here with the scores)

ooc: miscommunication... oops! I read the schedule and thought tomorrow... At least we're consistent...



Jeong Mongjun was furious, having to leave his DDR tournament to deliver the scores to the press. "Can't someone else do this? I'm busy!" he yelled just as the press reports from Cafundeu were broadcast all over.

QUARTERFINAL FINISH

Krytenia 1–2 Estresse Intenso
Sel Appa 2–0 Rejistania

SEMIFINAL MATCH

Estresse Intenso --- Sel Appa (@ Praça Maior, Cafundó do Juta)

"Dammit!!! Why'd I get out of that tournament if someone else was going to do it?" He furiously yelled on his way back to the tournament. "Wasn't it supposed to be sometime tomorrow anyway?" he added as a chiding remark. His secretary sighed - "Someday, he will learn. And then the world will end..."

Pawtucket National Toilet Wipe
Cause that's all it's good for!


The roboducks needed penalty kicks to defeat Jariss 1-0 (5-3 on penalties). The win sends the team into the semifinals against Jeru FC, the same team Professor Gearlosse predicted to win against the Blouman Empire.

Professor Gearlosse had this to say about the Jariss match:
"Zariss had to uze ze manganets und zey still couldn't beats us. Whoevers gave zem ze idea of usink manganets haff failed horribleish! Alzough it vorked for a bit, ven ve vent to ze penalties, the manganets vere too far away to do zem any good. As for ze Army of Jeruzelem, ve vill stomp zem into dust."

A telegram for Jeru FC!


THE DUCKS ARE MORE RESILIENT THAN THOUGHT STOP
AND WE KEEP FEEDING THEM RP EVEN THOUGH WE'RE ELIMINATED STOP
BUT WE JUST NEED TO REFACTOR THE PLAN STOP
PUT THE MAGNETS IN THE BALLS STOP
IF THEY GET TOO CLOSE THEY WILL BE AFFECTED STOP
AND THIS MADNESS WILL STOP STOP


And while von Steub.... errr, that guy, is at it... a telegram for Russ and Peter!


STOP WHATEVER YOU'RE DOING AND LEARN C++ STOP
GRADUATING IS LESS IMPORTANT THAN MY RANDOM FEUD STOP
THEN YOU CAN REPROGRAM THE ROBOT CHICKENS STOP
IF NO ONE CAN STOP THE DUCKS WE MUST STOP
NO NOT WE MUST STOP BUT WE MUST START OUR EFFORTS STOP
I KNOW YOU PARSED THAT WRONG THE FIRST TIME STOP


That's not suspicious at all, nor does it give away the identity of the sender! *sweatdrop*

SEMIFINAL FINISH

Sel Appa 2–2 Estresse Intenso (2-3 AET)

Third Place Match:
Sel Appa (@ Emperor Gojong Football Stadium, Hangyeong)

Final Match:
Estresse Intenso (@ Obelisco Monumental, Lasft)

SEMIFINAL FINISH

Sel Appa 2–2 Estresse Intenso (2-3 AET)

Third Place Match:
Sel Appa (@ Emperor Gojong Football Stadium, Hangyeong)

Final Match:
Estresse Intenso (@ Obelisco Monumental, Lasft)

OOC: <20 hours to RP...? Was there even a cutoff?

Alfredo Neves was addressing his team before the game against some robotic ducks from Prux

"OK team! I want you get out there and win for our Kate. Think of it as hunthing expedition with rocket launchers shooting robot ducks. Let us restore a little pride on our nation! We are going dedicate this cup win to our Queen. Let us show, Jeru FC will win a Cup of Harmony and qualify for the next world cup. OK, I want everyone win put out 150%. The opponent is bunch of robotic ducks but that does not matter. Get out there and win this game. I do not want this team to lose to a bunch a stupid robot ducks. I was thinking about hacking into the ducks but I'm no programmer. None of you seem to be either as using a mouse with more than one button seems an issue. So, since we're useless hackers - we'll do it the proper way. JUST WIN THIS GAME. I want go home with a cup, mainly so I can get my pay rise. You might get one too! Fame, fortune and girls. Think of that yummy Princess Jacinta! Isn't she a hottie? Hey, imagine her with you at a party. So, get out there and win! OK, she's Jewish but most Jewish women don't look like our Princess do they? RIGHT, GET OUT THERE! WIN"

One player put his hand up
"Coach, I don't suppose we could get some rocket launchers for real?"

Semifinal Result:

Jeru FC 2-0 Prux

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Third Place Game: Sel Appa x Prux
Place: Emperor Gojong Football Stadium, Hangyeong

Final: Jeru FC x Estresse Intenso
Place: Obelisco Monumental, Lasft

OOC: <20 hours to RP...? Was there even a cutoff?

Post Created at: Today, 10:52 AM
Post Edited at: Today at 11:03 AM.

Was there an RP cut off?

Yes....

Pawtucket National Toilet Wipe
Cause that's all it's good for!


The roboducks run ended a bit earlier than expected, losing to Jeru FC 2-0. Prux now has to face the presumed #1 team in the CoH, Sel Appa, who crashed hard against Estresse Intenso, though Estresse Intenso was basically playing at home in nearby Cafundeu.

Professor Gearlosse had this to say about the Jeru FC match:
"I dunno vut vent vrong. Ze team was vorkink perfectly fine before ze match, but after ze half it vas like somthink happen und I dunno vut it vas. I'm hopink to haff ze problem fixes before ze match wiff Sel Appa. I ting we can beat ze soupink turtles and take home ze bronze."

The Jeru FC team were watching a video from Princess (Queen) Sasha Dallas ... she was sitting down wearing one of her "Hello Kitty" dresses.

"Hello boys! That was great win over the Prux team. I think you boys have done such a good job over at the Cup of Harmony 31! I'm so proud of the Jeru FC team. I hope the team win this final. I know you all loved my sister Kate, and I think you still do. But if you can't get your fix of Kate worship, Jacinta is here! Jewbee Dallas can be your replacements. Jeruselem or Jeru FC have never won a Cup of Harmony. I think Jeruselem came runner up in the 6th cup for the World Cup 14. But, boys ... now you can do something Jeruselem could not. I hope you really give this a big shake and take home a cup. The people of Jeruselem need you to cheer them up with this cup. As acting Queen, this is my simple request. Jeruselem needs a hero, and why not the Jeru FC team! I loves you all, and hey come back here as winners. Please be nice to the coach although he can be prick, look what he's done for you. Boys, win for me, Kate, the Kingdom and most - the people. I know you can do it."

Jacinta stood up and her skirt fell off. She wasn't wearing any underwear.

"Whoops! Never mind! Well, see you all later. Right, I'm standing no pants on. Good for you boys, have a nice day. I think I'll go annoy Flak like this now."

The team looked happy. Alfredo Neves was little red-faced because Jacinta had exposed herself.

Team: What's wrong coach!
Alfredo: Nothing ...
Team: Jacinta! Jacinta! Jacinta! Jewbee! Jewbee! Jewbee!

Alfredo:
"Right, that's enough. You heard Jacinta. It's winning time. We don't make finals for fun. We are here to WIN. So, this is big game. We must win. Everyone must be onboard for this game. Play for Jacinta, Kate, our nation and for the people of Jeruselem. They need heroes! I want to see heroes out there for the final, I want to come home with a cup. I might not be a Jeruselemite since my homelands actually hates me but I want the best for Jeruselem. So, the big game - big result. WIN. That's all. WIN. If you do win, they'll be girls like Jacinta dropping their clothes - FOR YOU. So I don't want be disappointed!"

OOC: <20 hours to RP...? Was there even a cutoff?

I apologize for not having made this clearer earlier, but last night was a fluke for both Cafundeu and I. His reason is more justifiable (in that RL is inhibiting his ability to give out scores at his usual time). My excuse was not so (my schedule was delayed by one day).

As such, I felt no reason to delay the match results until later - and as such, I chose to post match results during the ascribed times described in the opening post of this thread (2330-0030 GMT). I have tried to maintain at least minimal parity with this time, and despite last night's fluke, I continued to operate under this schedule for posting scores.

In any case, I found no reason why I shouldn't post at the ascribed times, considering that the players did have a number of opportunities to post in the intermittent 20 hours (as was according to habit; except for Cafundeu, who was probably still unpacking).

Nonetheless, I should have made clearer my intention to continue following the schedule as prescribed by the opening post. And owing to Cafundeu's continued absence, I will be posting the scores tomorrow at around 0000GMT (give or take one hour).

SO ATTENTION ALL FINAL MATCH PARTICIPANTS!!!

We will have the scores posted tomorrow at around 0000GMT.

More than likely, I will also be posting the Final Match at around 0000GMT (or try to do so - depending on work once again). So for future reference for the last two matches, scores will be done around 0000GMT.

Post Created at: Today, 10:52 AM
Post Edited at: Today at 11:03 AM.

Was there an RP cut off?

Yes....

Trudat... I might mention that that's not GMT.

Trudat... I might mention that that's not GMT.

No, That's AEDT which is 11 hours ahead (or 13 hours behind the next day))

So GMT 23:52 "Yesterday" and GMT 00:03 "Today"

Jeru FC were on their changing rooms ... Alfredo Neves was performing his last speech for the cup

"The day is now! Not yesterday, not tomorrow! Get out there and win. It's time for you to show the world, the army aren't a bunch of drunk useless womanising losers. You'll now be a bunch of bunch of drunk not-so-useless womanising winners! I want everyone to put in 150%, not 100%. This is a final, not some friendly. For God's sake, everyone will need to be playing at their best. I want only one result, WIN. Losing is the past, no losing. I want heroes, winners and champions - not idiots, losers and wannabes. GET IT TEAM!"

The team sat down and prayed, for the game and their former Queen. It was time, their time. Jeru FC wanted to be the new Demot ...

A reminder to all parties that the RP Cut-off occurs in 30 minutes (thereabout).

Last chance!

"Sel Appa's shooting star to the top of the Cup of Harmony was halted by Estresse Intenso in a tense match that went into extra time. Estresse Intenso ultimately scored the tiebreaking goal to win the match. The players and fans were very well-behaved, a huge contrast to the World Cup qualifier match against Ad'ihan that resulted in a draw and led to Sel Appans rioting and nearly destroying the stadium. Coach Estevez was upset, but not dismayed. He immediately went over to shake the Estresse Intenso coach's hands. He wished the coach luck and hoped that Sel Appa lost to the Cup of Harmony champions. The players traded shirts and shook hands. Captain Lenny Nkuma embraced is counterpart. The Sel Appan fans were noticeably dismayed, but kept in order. One man who tried to start a riot was tackled by several Sel Appans before being hauled away by security guards.

The winning goal was scored by Gabalán in the 112nd minute. His teammates happily paraded him around the field as the Turtles felt a punch in the gut. Five minutes later, Lenny Nkuma put in a shot that should have been the equalizer, but the goal was disallowed because he was offsides. Fans cried out "FIX! FIX!" and other things, but he was clearly offsides as you can see in this replay. The goal would have equalized the match and probably bring the match down to penalty kicks. However, this was not to be.

Sel Appa was knocked out of its previous Cup of Harmony in extra time when Green wombat scored the winning goal in the 24th edition. The Turtles have never won in extra time, but did win their only-ever penalty shootout against Errinundera in World Cup 37. They later went on to take third place. They now hope to defeat Prux for the bronze in a much-hoped-for match that will probably be the most-watched Cup of Harmony game in Sel Appa. The Screen will be set up in Nemnenait Square for the match, where 100,000 people are expected to attend. The Screen was partially broken when Sel Appans started rioting after the draw against Ad'ihan. That's it for SportsTalk, next up is the Sel Appa-Prux pre-preview..."

(sorry about that delay Dae...would you believe I hashed that out while walking home from school...)

3rd PLACE FINISH

Prux 0–4 Sel Appa

Congratulations (and commiserations) for winning 3rd place!


Tomorrow's Final Match:

Jeru FC --- Estresse Intenso

Well, two very strong contenders had to break through equally strong opponents. Jeru FC is riding a strong wind of success this Cup, and looks in good form after defeating the robotic ducks of Prux in the Semifinal at Munhwa Stadium. I'm not sure whether it was the robotic or the duck factor that brought the Han crowd to cheer for Jeru FC, but something clicked. There's also a matter of home pride and controversy surrounding the Army Team of Jeruselem - with the recent detention and sentencing of the Queen of Jeruselem. Apparently, she's got a fine arm for killing people. We'd like to note that if a similar incident had occurred in the Han Empire, she would probably be hailed as a hero, since there is nothing preventing any person in the Han Empire from murdering non-citizens, especially the annoying ones.

But we've also got Estresse Intenso, who's come off from their Semifinal extra time victory over Sel Appa - riding on an air of disappointments right now. Their only consolation now can be perhaps winning 3rd place (although most statistics had suggested an easy Cup win for the Turtles). But Estresse Intenso have much to hold in their favor. They've basically stayed in Cafundeu for the entire tournament, and they've got a notable home support in the neighboring country as well. Not to mention that they've gotten a new team after the apparent death of their illustrious coach - called the "Machine". Whatever that means.

Well, in any case, expect sparks to fly. The final match will be one to cherish for a long time (especially if we won't be posting it at the regularly scheduled time...).

Jeru FC were on their changing rooms ... Alfredo Neves was performing his last speech for the cup

"The day is now! Not yesterday, not tomorrow! Get out there and win. It's time for you to show the world, the army aren't a bunch of drunk useless womanising losers. You'll now be a bunch of bunch of drunk not-so-useless womanising winners! I want everyone to put in 150%, not 100%. This is a final, not some friendly. For God's sake, everyone will need to be playing at their best. I want only one result, WIN. Losing is the past, no losing. I want heroes, winners and champions - not idiots, losers and wannabes. GET IT TEAM!"

The team sat down and prayed, for the game and their former Queen. It was time, their time. Jeru FC wanted to be the new Demot ...

Eh... the Final Match isn't until tomorrow.

Eh... the Final Match isn't until tomorrow.

OOC - I won't be on the Internet on Saturday, so ... posting now.

Pawtucket National Toilet Wipe
Cause that's all it's good for!


The roboducks ran into a buzzsaw, figuratively today as they were obliterated by the Pre-Tourney Favorites, Sel Appa 4-0.

Professor Gearlosse had this to say about the Jeru FC match:
"Vell even ze best in technologies cannot beat zuch a stronk team as ze Turtles. Ve did better zan I had zought ve vould do und next time ve vill vin ze entire Cup! I am hopink that the PFA, vill allow zis team to reprezent Prux in ze future in ze Vorld Cup."

Sel Appa Locks in Bronze
The Turtles took their second sanctified-tournament bronze in the 31st Cup of Harmony, defeating Prux 4-0. In the match, the team went up against various robotic ducks. The ducks were unable to stop Sel Appa's quest for the 3rd place win, but put in a good effort. Karisi Kopel scored her first hat trick and Flavio Tartaruga snagged the fourth goal. Kopel easily stepped around the ducks and wonked several balls towards the net. This match let her shine, as other players loosened up for what was seen as a friendly.

After the match, Coach Estevez met with Prux's Professor Gearlosse aand acknowledged his admiration for the professor's work. The match had been hoped for by many Sel Appans as Prux is a popular side here that is fast gaining on second-favorite foreign side, Bostopia. Cafundeu recently overtook Bostopia as the favorite foreign side. Sel Appan striker Flavio Tartaruga is the son of Cafundeuan immgrants and the two nations have enjoyed good ties with several Sel Appan players being traded to Cafundeuan domestic teams.

Estevez said he was satisfied with the Cup result and attributed the Estresse Intenso loss to "bad luck and overconfidence". Sel Appa was riding a wave--and fell off. The team looks to the 40th World Cup for redemption after not qualifying for this World Cup. Estevez said he would be studying strategies to take to the next Cup.

Special Announcement!

Due to my %$#^ boss, I'm going to be late posting results for the Final Match.

Expect it around 0330 GMT.

FINAL MATCH

Jeru FC 1–0 Estresse Intenso

Congratulations to Jeru FC! Commiserations to Estresse Intenso!

OOC - Oh my god, I won something World Cup related!

The new Cup of Harmony champs were dancing around celebrating their narrow 1-0 win. Jeruselem had come close in the Cup of Harmony 6 but could not get across the line. It was the only CoH while Jeruselem had played. The Jeru FC had played in many CoH cups but had flopped badly most of the time. This time it was different.

For their photo shoot, the Jeru FC boys unfurled a banner with "We love you Queen Skate". Jeru FC had come of age, teams would no longer laugh at these army boys as idiots. Alfredo Neves was looking forward to going back to Jeruselem, no one liked him at home but he had found a new home now. Queen Jacinta Sasha Dallas was waiting with his big pay rise.

Sel Appa is disenchanted that it lost to a loser and thinks it could have beaten Jeru FC.

Sorthern Northland thinks it would of won had it been in the competition.

...teams would no longer laugh at these army boys as idiots...

An unnamed source, an official at the Starblaydi Football Association, was overheard in a private conversation as saying: "You want a bet on that?".

The SFA itself declined to comment on the unfounded statement, choosing instead to congratulate all participants on their attendance and performances in the 'Two Empires' Cup of Harmony, as well as, of course, offering their admiration to the winners, Jeru FC. They also noted it was the "only major* international footballing trophy for regular participants that Starblaydia have never won" [sic]. Starblaydia's neighbours Nova Britannicus managed to win the Cup of Harmony in Lethislavania, while their own record in the Cup for World Cup non-qualifiers is woefully poor.



*'Major' refers to the World Cup, Cup of Harmony and AOCAF

An official from the Dancougar Football Association added, "Well, shoot, our group contained both of the finalists. We were lucky to get three wins out of there!"