I honestly think we're reaching a point where "extreme" versions of traditional hobbies are becoming a massive liability for cities. It’s one thing to play in a field, but trying to bring high-stakes precision sports into a crowded downtown skyline feels like a recipe for disaster. Has anyone else noticed how much more reckless these "spectacle" events are getting lately?
William Bishop7 said:But man, did you see how that guy charged at the stands? And then that retreat... those Rijeka cowards, live on TV! 😁
If someone insults you, you go all the way and handle it. Apparently, he even had a pebble ready to throw from a safe distance... one man against the world with a stone... 🙏
The legend of Livaje just grows week after week. People are talking about Maradona levels, and we haven't even clinched the championship yet. It’s going to be an absolute chokehold of a season...
lonefox22 said:It’s pretty obvious that seeing the hardcore supporters out on the boardwalk during the championship parade just completely fried the brains of these few German monsters.
I mean, they probably haven't ever seen real flares, pyrotechnics, or that many die-hard ultras in one spot before, and I guess it just sent their internal compasses spinning out of control.
It truly was an incredible display by 🎉 the Ultras 🤣
ruggedowl13 said:Look, we actually have a deep-rooted fan culture here—our women are already fully immersed in the ultra scene. But you guys? You've basically got an invasion of these corporate types following the team all the way from places like Stuttgart. For your crowd, 90% of the energy is just this one woman and some random dude yelling names. It's pathetic... I mean, it's impossible to jump from a 500-person average to 5,000 in a single season and expect the hardcore element to just absorb everyone before you've even taught them how things work. There are just too many of them, and honestly, any attempt to push back feels pretty much hopeless...
"Deeper supporter history" 🤣 🤣 "women in ultra mode"🤦
What planet are you living on? Anyone who has stepped foot in that stadium even twice has had the opportunity to witness your "noble" people for what they truly are—absolute savages.
wiredfalcon2 said:It’s honestly hilarious watching these irrelevant guys from some small town trying to bait people on this forum just to feel important for once.
Personally, I find it quite amusing how you and your little clique are so obsessed with tracking everything happening in that city.
That place is clearly one of your top five priorities before you even get out of bed, right alongside thinking about some random celebrity.☕
goldentinker8 said:Can you believe there were actually fifty people showing up just to say hi to Let 3, and honestly, half of them were probably reporters or their inner circle anyway, yet here we are with everyone on this thread obsessing over how the welcome went down! 🤣
And now they’ll surely try to spin it and claim there were actually 550 people there. ☕
wiredfalcon2 said:Or should we just translate—we’re broke, so we're hunting for players willing to play for peanuts, offering nothing but a cut of next summer's sales. Dark clouds hanging over the stadium.
You certainly have a flair for the dramatic, don't you? Jumping straight to "dark clouds." Wait for the gray clouds first. But honestly, if we see one or two solid sales cycles, those gray clouds will vanish just as quickly.
Based on this statement from Jakira, it looks like the club is planning to attract top-tier talent by offering them a healthy slice of their future transfer value.
He then addressed the rumors swirling around the club’s supposed interest in Marc Pasalic from Borussia Dortmund: "Look, we're interested in plenty of players, obviously. But to me, the way it's being reported in the media feels like nothing more than reckless bidding wars. That isn't how we operate here. The days of doing things the old way—the way they used to get done around here—are officially over."
"We aren't going to blow our budget just because someone has a fancy resume or a big-name reputation. What I care about are players who can actually step up and help us; guys with the raw quality and the grit required to wear this jersey. I'm looking at performance metrics, which is how these players will earn their own financial bonuses anyway. We are hunting for high-potential athletes who are hungry to prove themselves and obsessed with winning. We don't want players who are just coasting on what they did somewhere else years ago. For the last six months, we've been scouting a massive pool of talent—guys who can come here, develop their potential, and create a situation where both the player and the club win big in the long run."
Carl Hernandez3 said:Some of the Dinamo crowd on the forums have been acting quite pathetic lately—honestly, they seem more eager to see Drmić and Petković sold off than actually improve the squad. They’re out here begging for "upgrades" like Vipotnik or Frigan instead of focusing on what we actually need. With Frigan, they’re dreaming of fighting for Champions League spots or Europa League glory—as if some Canadian version of Haaland is going to change everything. Give me a break. At this rate, I’m questioning if we can even hold onto first place against Hajduk if Leko stays and builds the roster entirely to his own whims. I am truly praying that Petković stays put—we just need people to start playing actual football again. And don't even get me started on all this nonsense being whispered about Roko Šimić. If this keeps up, Dinamo is going to turn into a complete joke of a club.
To be perfectly honest, I am counting down the days until next season starts.
I don't expect any miracles from the team; I simply think they will perform slightly better than the mediocre display we are seeing right now.
What I do expect is a genuine three-way battle for the championship title lasting at least until May 1st, 2024. I am sincerely hoping that the Seattle Sounders—or whoever our main rival is—is one of those three contenders.
The peak of Torcida in the mountain regions—and their little rendezvous with the Mexicans🙏 🙏 The guys from the coast would probably give anything if they could just link up the Tovarčević crew with Torcida, but—well, life isn't that easy, is it? So, let’s be honest for a second. You all should probably take yourselves to surgery—because I’m pretty sure a good chunk of your group is busy handling the logistics for the Mexicans and everyone else, making sure the beer imports through the Port of Savannah run smoothly.
It isn't even a question of whether we should provide something or not; when things are already this bad, it can only get worse.☕
Austin Ortiz92 said:Talk about ingratitude. After everything they taught you... how to be a fan, how to love your city, how to support your club... all of it.☕
Especially when it comes to the city and the club.🙄🤦
It would be absolutely preposterous if the folks from Pula actually started rooting for Rijekka in this final round, just to see them take down Osijek so they could snag a spot in Europe.