DreAming in DigITal Posted January 16, 2007 Share Posted January 16, 2007 yeah it was regular season. i don't know why i thought it was preseason. I hear ya man....Anywho...the Giants stand a good chance of helping the NFL grow and picking up alot of fans in the UK...Hopefully they spank the Dolphins though :D Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/530337-nfl-london-to-host-first-nfl-game-outside-of-north-america/page/2/#findComment-588232640 Share on other sites More sharing options...
IceDogg Posted January 17, 2007 Share Posted January 17, 2007 It would be good if it was a success but is there really that much of a following in the UK to make it worthwhile? Isn't NFL Europe doing ok? I'm I wrong in Europe and UK is the same? I'm really asking as this has always confused me. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/530337-nfl-london-to-host-first-nfl-game-outside-of-north-america/page/2/#findComment-588234108 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xeonic Posted January 17, 2007 Share Posted January 17, 2007 Isn't NFL Europe doing ok? I'm I wrong in Europe and UK is the same? I'm really asking as this has always confused me. Eh, NFL Europe? Its so-so. The problem is that most of the big teams are actually in Germany, not the UK. See Wiki... Team - Year FoundedCurrent Teams Amsterdam Admirals - 1995 Berlin Thunder - 1999 Cologne Centurions - 2004 Frankfurt Galaxy - 1991 Hamburg Sea Devils - 2005 Rhein Fire - 1995 Former Teams London Monarchs - 1991-1997 England Monarchs - 1998 (F.C.) Barcelona Dragons - 1991-2003 Scottish Claymores - 1995-2004 Part of the fact that, well, it sucks so much is that all the 32 "true" NFL teams just send the 4th and 5th stringers over to NFL-E and hope they develop...and there have been some success stories (Kurt Warner anyone?), but overall its a mess. I think that a true game in Europe would definately help the NFL in some way/shape/form but the Giants and 'Fins. Bah. Dont care :no: Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/530337-nfl-london-to-host-first-nfl-game-outside-of-north-america/page/2/#findComment-588234123 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 17, 2007 Share Posted January 17, 2007 None of the current NFL Europe teams are based in the UK. I have no doubt that Wembley will be full for this event, there is a growing community over here. As for it being a poor game, it may well be to the Americans here who have the convinience of a local NFL team and numerous games a year. But for us fans in the UK, it's an opportunity to experience the atmosphere and electricity of a live game, for the first time. It is more of a marketing campaign, so it doesn't surprise me that the two teams are those with the rich history (Dan Marino anyone?) Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/530337-nfl-london-to-host-first-nfl-game-outside-of-north-america/page/2/#findComment-588234210 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martyn Posted January 17, 2007 Share Posted January 17, 2007 That would make sense, since it's a football game. American Football... Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/530337-nfl-london-to-host-first-nfl-game-outside-of-north-america/page/2/#findComment-588234236 Share on other sites More sharing options...
IceDogg Posted January 17, 2007 Share Posted January 17, 2007 Thanks for the info Xeonic. I'm going to have to do some research into what is UK and what is Europe I guess. My geography sucks! Not even good on my US geography. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/530337-nfl-london-to-host-first-nfl-game-outside-of-north-america/page/2/#findComment-588235980 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 19, 2007 Share Posted January 19, 2007 Slightly off topic, is anyone going to the Super Bash party in London? Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/530337-nfl-london-to-host-first-nfl-game-outside-of-north-america/page/2/#findComment-588243077 Share on other sites More sharing options...
nellydoom Posted January 28, 2007 Share Posted January 28, 2007 might see if i can get tickets to this and talk a few mates into coming down to london for a weekend. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/530337-nfl-london-to-host-first-nfl-game-outside-of-north-america/page/2/#findComment-588269676 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bawx Posted February 4, 2007 Share Posted February 4, 2007 I don't know but I've read on these forums nothing but people from the UK almost angry at the game they hate it so much. And say we're pussies for wearing pads. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/530337-nfl-london-to-host-first-nfl-game-outside-of-north-america/page/2/#findComment-588292330 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Arrow Posted February 5, 2007 Share Posted February 5, 2007 I don't know but I've read on these forums nothing but people from the UK almost angry at the game they hate it so much. And say we're pussies for wearing pads. Ignore them, they just don't understand the game at all. Don't worry there is a large following of people in the UK who like the NFL! Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/530337-nfl-london-to-host-first-nfl-game-outside-of-north-america/page/2/#findComment-588292400 Share on other sites More sharing options...
batbeef Posted February 5, 2007 Share Posted February 5, 2007 England has no swagger Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/530337-nfl-london-to-host-first-nfl-game-outside-of-north-america/page/2/#findComment-588293144 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 5, 2007 Share Posted February 5, 2007 I don't know but I've read on these forums nothing but people from the UK almost angry at the game they hate it so much. And say we're pussies for wearing pads. The game has a strong following, and it's becoming bigger. The people who come out with that kind of bull**** are either incredibly ignorant, or just don't understand how physical the game actually is. Quick update regarding the London game. It's scheduled for October 28th, 18.00 kick off at Wembley. The two teams participating are the Giants and the Dolphins. Miami have forfeited a home game for the tie. Tickets are expected to go on sale during the spring. Prices starting at ?45. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/530337-nfl-london-to-host-first-nfl-game-outside-of-north-america/page/2/#findComment-588294846 Share on other sites More sharing options...
beardedwonder Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 Would be a fun night out, i think the major problem for a lot of people here are the breaks. Which i find hard to stomach and would imagine things could get a bit boring in the stadium if you're there. Also we already have a national sport called football. I wouldn't mind going, would have to think up a clever sign to hold up though :) Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/530337-nfl-london-to-host-first-nfl-game-outside-of-north-america/page/2/#findComment-588296230 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brodel Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 Would be a fun night out, i think the major problem for a lot of people here are the breaks. Which i find hard to stomach and would imagine things could get a bit boring in the stadium if you're there. I think it'll be good just to enjoy the atmosphere and be able to sit in the new stadium for a few hours lol. Me and some friends want to go, but ?45 for the cheapest tickets is pretty pricey, especially considering I saw Brazil v Argentina and Arsenal v Fulham for less. If they are trying to spread the appeal of the NFL they should make it more accessible. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/530337-nfl-london-to-host-first-nfl-game-outside-of-north-america/page/2/#findComment-588299827 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Syphonic Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 I agree with those who said that it would be unfair on the 'home' team. They should probably have just made it an 'exhibition match' or something. It will be interesting to see what the attendence is like. There is actually quite a bit of an NFL following in the UK. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/530337-nfl-london-to-host-first-nfl-game-outside-of-north-america/page/2/#findComment-588299997 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lurchybaby Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 This isn't the first NFL game outside the US. Tokyo Japan in 1992, I went to a Dallas Cowboys (and I forget who the other team was) game in the Tokyo Dome. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/530337-nfl-london-to-host-first-nfl-game-outside-of-north-america/page/2/#findComment-588300011 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shibby Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 Meh i watched the superbowl and hated it so much. The breaks all the time made it boring to watch. If they played each phase (the 15 mins correct) in real time instead of a stop and start for like 5 mins, then it would be more appealing. Also since it uses video tech for most things that takes time and will bore people. In Rugby video tech is mostly used for goals and such where it counts. Football(soccer) just needs the video tech for goals and maybe something to help offside. I can't see NFL being a bit hit in the UK since Footbal is a national sport, just like why football does not get such high ratings in america. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/530337-nfl-london-to-host-first-nfl-game-outside-of-north-america/page/2/#findComment-588300027 Share on other sites More sharing options...
+StevoFC MVC Posted February 7, 2007 MVC Share Posted February 7, 2007 This isn't the first NFL game outside the US. Tokyo Japan in 1992, I went to a Dallas Cowboys (and I forget who the other team was) game in the Tokyo Dome. Yeah those games are known as part of the American Bowl Series. I think they started in like 1985 or 86. They aren't part of the regular season. They are all held in early to mid August when it is still preseason. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/530337-nfl-london-to-host-first-nfl-game-outside-of-north-america/page/2/#findComment-588300036 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lurchybaby Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 Yeah those games are known as part of the American Bowl Series. I think they started in like 1985 or 86. They aren't part of the regular season. They are all held in early to mid August when it is still preseason. Yeah, if memory serves (this was 15 years ago), it was a pre-season game. Semi-misleading thread title. /DRTFA initially //that's "Didn't Read The Fcuking Article" for the uninitiated Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/530337-nfl-london-to-host-first-nfl-game-outside-of-north-america/page/2/#findComment-588300050 Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanManIt Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 That's pretty cool, maybe the rest of the world will pick up on this. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/530337-nfl-london-to-host-first-nfl-game-outside-of-north-america/page/2/#findComment-588300214 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brodel Posted February 8, 2007 Share Posted February 8, 2007 The NFL claims to have received more than half a million ticket requests for the game between the Miami Dolphins and New York Giants to be played in London on October 28.Fans are able to register their interest online with the process due to close next Sunday, but the system has already been overwhelmed with the NFL reporting 100,000 requests within the first 24 hours and more than 160,000 fans registering and asking for over 500,000 tickets in the first 72 hours. http://www.sportinglife.com/nfl/news/story...NFL_London.html Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/530337-nfl-london-to-host-first-nfl-game-outside-of-north-america/page/2/#findComment-588303001 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 8, 2007 Share Posted February 8, 2007 Yeah, if memory serves (this was 15 years ago), it was a pre-season game. Semi-misleading thread title. If you actually read the entire post (specifically the part quoted from the BBC article) you'd have known it was a regular season game. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/530337-nfl-london-to-host-first-nfl-game-outside-of-north-america/page/2/#findComment-588303395 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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