Claverham_Red Posted June 15, 2008 Report Share Posted June 15, 2008 I have reliably been informed City's foreign opposition at Ashton Gate this summer is Royal Antwerp FC of Belgium. They currently are in the Belgian Second Division and they finished 4th in the last season. Of course they are Manchester United's feeder club, so possibly we may see a few up-and-coming young stars for the future. Not a bad game indeed, will be a competitive one for sure. Would fully expect City to win this one, however. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tin Posted June 15, 2008 Report Share Posted June 15, 2008 Willem II would've been a better game if it's true they approached us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flaxbourton Red Posted June 15, 2008 Report Share Posted June 15, 2008 I have reliably been informed City's foreign opposition at Ashton Gate this summer is Royal Antwerp FC of Belgium. They currently are in the Belgian Second Division and they finished 4th in the last season. Of course they are Manchester United's feeder club, so possibly we may see a few up-and-coming young stars for the future. Not a bad game indeed, will be a competitive one for sure. Would fully expect City to win this one, however. bit of a coincidence I saw them play twice last year good set of fans Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bringbacktherobin Posted June 16, 2008 Report Share Posted June 16, 2008 Willem II would've been a better game if it's true they approached us. They did, but willem are now going for a tour of germany for the date that was put across so city must have turned it down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simez Posted June 16, 2008 Report Share Posted June 16, 2008 I saw them play twice last year good set of fans Went to see them play a few years back (our nan's from Antwerp) couldn't believe the songs they were singing, majority in Enlgish 'Come on you reds', 'Is that all you take away' etc, only a few songs in Flemish. When I saw the thread I was hoping it was going to away from home, my RAFC shirt is a few years old now and seems that the only place to get another is their club shop... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bringbacktherobin Posted June 16, 2008 Report Share Posted June 16, 2008 couldn't believe the songs they were singing, majority in Enlgish 'Come on you reds', 'Is that all you take away' etc, only a few songs in Flemish. It is because they do not consider themselves femlish Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jesus Posted June 17, 2008 Report Share Posted June 17, 2008 City's only pre-season friendly in 2008/09 will be against Royal Antwerp, Belgiums oldest club, on Friday, August 1st. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cheshire_red Posted June 17, 2008 Report Share Posted June 17, 2008 City's only HOME pre-season friendly...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jesus Posted June 17, 2008 Report Share Posted June 17, 2008 City's only HOME pre-season friendly...... What it said in the text Cheshire, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
farmeronecow Posted June 17, 2008 Report Share Posted June 17, 2008 I have reliably been informed City's foreign opposition at Ashton Gate this summer is Royal Antwerp FC of Belgium. They currently are in the Belgian Second Division and they finished 4th in the last season. Of course they are Manchester United's feeder club, so possibly we may see a few up-and-coming young stars for the future. Not a bad game indeed, will be a competitive one for sure. Would fully expect City to win this one, however. spot on mate, good source... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sephjnr Posted June 17, 2008 Report Share Posted June 17, 2008 Am I the only one really concerned with having pre-season games full of jobber teams just because they're easy to get hold of and would give players the confidence? How about a single game against a team that would pose a serious challenge, especially for the new blood (if we end up getting any). We had the 'Mighty' Lids in 2003, held them off very well for a 0-0 draw and that season ended in - yes - a playoff final defeat. Aside Real Mallorca We haven't staged any pre-season games against teams of that level (at the time ) since. And even from the Spanish we still got two superb goals out of the bargain, so that way if the players see quality in front of them it'll inspire quality a few weeks before they're supposed to learn it the hard way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NiceRed Posted June 17, 2008 Report Share Posted June 17, 2008 Am I the only one really concerned with having pre-season games full of jobber teams just because they're easy to get hold of and would give players the confidence? How about a single game against a team that would pose a serious challenge, especially for the new blood (if we end up getting any). We had the 'Mighty' Lids in 2003, held them off very well for a 0-0 draw and that season ended in - yes - a playoff final defeat. Aside Real Mallorca We haven't staged any pre-season games against teams of that level (at the time ) since. And even from the Spanish we still got two superb goals out of the bargain, so that way if the players see quality in front of them it'll inspire quality a few weeks before they're supposed to learn it the hard way. Well, we can only play teams that are available, so don't really see your point. I remember us getting thrashed (5-0?) by Borussia Munchengladbach prior to our relegation season in 1998/99. I went away from that game thinking the Germans were amazing and would be challenging for the Budesliga that season....they ended up finishing last, just like us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simez Posted June 17, 2008 Report Share Posted June 17, 2008 It is because they do not consider themselves femlish Really, what's the story behind that then? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barrs Court Red Posted June 17, 2008 Report Share Posted June 17, 2008 Really, what's the story behind that then? Belgium has massive divides between the Flemish and another group who I'v forgotten. Ironic that the capital of the EU is in its most fratctured country. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tompo Posted June 17, 2008 Report Share Posted June 17, 2008 another group who I'v forgotten. Ironic that the capital of the EU is in its most fratctured country. Walloons. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bringbacktherobin Posted June 17, 2008 Report Share Posted June 17, 2008 And something about being formed by english students. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sephjnr Posted June 17, 2008 Report Share Posted June 17, 2008 Well, we can only play teams that are available, so don't really see your point. The better the teams we play, the better we'll become; I don't see what playing teams just / far below the standards of whatever league we're in year in/year out will do other than warm people up and shed holiday weight. I'm not saying we've got to murder our own team 5 games straight but JUST ONE fairly difficult game on a par with the 46 we have coming up would give a much better benchmark to aspire to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simez Posted June 17, 2008 Report Share Posted June 17, 2008 Belgium has massive divides between the Flemish and another group who I'v forgotten. Yeah I knew that, I was just wondering if there was another reason.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nico1880 Posted June 17, 2008 Report Share Posted June 17, 2008 Yeah I knew that, I was just wondering if there was another reason.... COME ON YOU REDS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jelle1880 Posted June 17, 2008 Report Share Posted June 17, 2008 Antwerp fan here We are really glad to play Bristol, there was a rumour we'd play Leed first but we'd take any trip abroad. As for the English song: We were formed by a group of English students and consider ourselves a club with a British atmosphere, hence the many English songs. We played Hull last season and took about 800 fans, I expect we'll take at least that many this year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
incuflex1880 Posted June 17, 2008 Report Share Posted June 17, 2008 Last year the trip to hull was amazing. From Rotterdam to hull by ferry. All night party with some 350 antwerp fans. In hull where about 800 antwerp fans. I hope we can bring as many this year to Bristol City. I'll be there Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cunning Plan Posted June 17, 2008 Report Share Posted June 17, 2008 Last year we had a blast in Hull(Hull - RAFC), we hope this trip will be even better. See you in August. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tin Posted June 17, 2008 Report Share Posted June 17, 2008 I'd rather we were playing them in Belgium than at the Gate. At least we could get the chance to take the Cider Army to the lowlands. Be a great trip that. I want a tour of Holland next summer please GJ. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flaxbourton Red Posted June 17, 2008 Report Share Posted June 17, 2008 I wish we were playing them in Antwerp it's a great city. Still I hope their fans enjoy Bristol and the west country, they made me feel very welcome when I was over there. One or two of them already have some bristol city badges! they also play in red and white and have got a great chant that was quite impressive Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CiderSomerset Posted June 17, 2008 Report Share Posted June 17, 2008 I wish we were playing them in Antwerp it's a great city. Still I hope their fans enjoy Bristol and the west country, they made me feel very welcome when I was over there. One or two of them already have some bristol city badges! they also play in red and white and have got a great chant that was quite impressive Someone was trying to change those lyrics a while back to suit us if I remember correctly.. Not sure if it was on here or Ziderheads though.. Looking forward to this game, could be a good atmosphere for a friendly if they bring a few hundred over and we can teach them some songs about Cider! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smiling Dave Posted June 17, 2008 Report Share Posted June 17, 2008 Antwerp fan here We are really glad to play Bristol Looking forward to your visit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray White Posted June 17, 2008 Report Share Posted June 17, 2008 Am I the only city fan who is disappointed with this news? No disrespect but they probably aren't very good, they're not even in the Belgian Premier. I guess we'll have to wait and see... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luke_bristol Posted June 18, 2008 Report Share Posted June 18, 2008 Am I the only city fan who is disappointed with this news? No disrespect but they probably aren't very good, they're not even in the Belgian Premier. I guess we'll have to wait and see... Well done, they'll probably smash us 4-0 now Shame there's no return game at their ground, Belgiums a lovely country Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
easton boy Posted June 18, 2008 Report Share Posted June 18, 2008 Am I the onlt one on here thats pi$$ed off that it is on a Friday at 7:45? Unfortunatley I won't be going as my little lad will be tucked up in bed by then Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RAFC1880 Posted June 18, 2008 Report Share Posted June 18, 2008 Am I the only city fan who is disappointed with this news? No disrespect but they probably aren't very good, they're not even in the Belgian Premier. I guess we'll have to wait and see...I know we haven't got the best team of Europa. But don't underestimate us. Last season we played 1-1 at home against Ipswich and 0-0 at Hull. This means it's not going to be a walk over. Went to see the Bristol - Hull game at Wembley, good atmosphere from your side. Hopefully more luck next season! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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