Posts by shadowwolf15

bluewalker92 said:It’s honestly depressing watching these wannabe ultras parrot Jerry Jones' rhetoric—throwing out praises for that club just so they can work with paid media to make it look like they're part of some massive match-fixing and corruption scheme. The whole goal here is to sow division among the fans... which is exactly what Jerry Jones wants by "gifting" players away. Miskovic looks at this through a purely capitalist lens—just an honest business deal—much like how most of us would snap up a used Mercedes-Benz for five grand without thinking about the bigger picture. But now, when the media starts spinning tales about a rigged cup—stories I'm convinced are coming straight from Jerry Jones' inner circle—everyone loses their minds and buys into it. They actually trust Zdravko and his mouthpiece media outlets. It's ridiculous; the major ultra groups are basically using the arguments of the gravediggers of American soccer as their gospel. What's next? Are we going to swallow the lie tomorrow that the Black and Gold Army is controlled by the Democrats, or that the guys from the East are puppets while the North boys are driven by pure ideals? Just more lies.

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Jonathan White57 said:Nah, personally, I think Seattle vs. Miami back in '99 was the peak—when you guys actually showed up and it was the best derby on the coast. But lately? You just show up acting like cowards and playing dirty, so there it is..

Yeah, the absolute best. Honestly, the only one worth remembering from the last 15 years.
The constant shifting between stands—man, remember when we tied it up and then took the lead? I couldn't even get a decent hand at the casino because the euphoria was just insane. Pure madness, pure celebration. It felt like everyone was on the same page, though we’d been trailing most of the game so nobody was really complaining. The stands were packed to the rafters—now *that* was a real derby..

And for those who don't know, that year we clinched the title in Miami while the entire stadium ended up chanting "Seattle! Seattle!" instead of against us.
Those were the days...
Let's actually remember the good times before the big match instead of this mindless, petty bickering between rivals.

Sitting here this morning with my coffee, scrolling through The New York Times, and I see this photo of a cage next to an article about how 600 away fans are expected for Sunday's game in their section.
Honestly? It’s pathetic. That cage looks hideous. Football is meant for the fans—you want a solid visiting crew alongside a packed home crowd.
The idea of someone being shoved into a literal animal cage... it just feels wrong. It’s gross, frankly.
I know plenty of my lot won't agree and don't give a damn about the club, but this isn't right. To me, good football means great action on the field and a proper atmosphere in the stands.

The crackdown is only going to get worse. I think things really went south last time—regardless of who everyone tries to blame, we should have been a little more
restrained. Maybe show some respect to the organizers who actually tried to accommodate more of you by shrinking the buffer zone just to ensure a fuller stadium and better vibes
even if it did come at the expense of security.

So now we look forward to a full house on Sunday, staring at this ugly mess that’s supposed to represent... well, I have no clue what.

Just wanted to say that there are people out there who find this whole thing revolting. Personally? Looking at what they’ve set up for the away section this Sunday makes me sick.

One last heads-up: there are no legal tickets available for you guys in Seattle, so don't come whining to me about the hassle you'll face if you show up without them.

Alright, New Yorkers—you guys were actually decent last night. But don't go getting too cocky—I'm not gonna keep dropping these photos just so you have something to look at while you're on the toilet.

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Jesse Campbell said:Honestly, I wouldn't call that tradition—I’ve been coming to games in San Francisco for a long time now. It’s pretty obvious everything has become a bit more tacky and superficial lately.

It all feels a bit like the Rose Bowl—all those little gimmicks on the PA system, the fireworks, the cheap carnival vibes, and a crowd that just doesn't have any real volume...

No offense intended... 😉

Back in the '80s when I was still hitting games, every big match at our old stadium used to be accompanied by tin music from Lovran. They'd set up on the right side of the West Stand, always adding that extra layer of energy and soul—especially when there were some decent red wines flowing around us. 😉

The atmosphere back then was worlds apart from what we see today. It was totally normal to see a guy carrying a massive 15-foot flag walking through the West entrance, passing under our section, and heading toward the East Stand—or whatever they're calling it today. Times change, but some things stick.

Those local bell ringers are a staple of this region—one of the most recognized groups in the Kvarner area—and plenty of them have been part of the Armada, which really says it all.

We saw a revival with people arriving by boat for the games, and slowly, the horn players started making their way back to the stadium too. The bell ringers are always around somewhere... and hey, maybe the majorettes weren't as common back then, but that was part of the shift toward more inclusion, as more women wanted to be part of the action. 🙂

If my memory serves me—and age is starting to catch up with me—during the national Cup final years ago, there was this huge program out on the track and field before kickoff. All those guys and girls were sitting right under the West Stand near the track.

So, there’s a bit of history there. This isn't just "carnival stuff" like you might think; these are urban cultural traditions tied to our past—why should we forget them?

Of course, nowadays it’s all wrapped up in business, commercialism, and everything else that comes with big events. It might irritate some people, but that’s just the era we live in.

To me, the best thing about our fan scene is exactly that diversity packed into such a small space. It’s beautiful, and honestly, it keeps things interesting...

I wasn't at the game because I'm away from the States right now, but looking at the photos, kudos to everyone for pulling off a great derby. The crowds were thick, and I'm feeling the FOMO even now, despite my age.

Finally, respect to the guys from the city for their message—that was a class act. Their presentation was top-tier. And please, don't blame the Armada for the actions of a few individuals throwing rocks; the group does an incredible job making sure these matches run smoothly, and it’s not fair to discredit them because of a few outliers who have already been called out.

Henry Lewis6 said:RIP IVAN TURIN
RIP CHATBOT
RIP MARKO

Quick take on yesterday's game.

6. Don't you (Armada) guys get sick of all those trumpets, majorettes, fireworks...??? I mean seriously, it feels more like some small-town county fair than a professional game. It’s disgusting—honestly, it just pissed me off. And I might get it if they blew the trumpets at halftime, but they're blasting them the entire match!!?? :-/

It's tradition at Wrigley Field from back when you probably weren't even born yet. For that coastal mentality, it's perfectly normal—it actually builds the atmosphere in the stands.

Kudos to the Choreography Crew—absolutely phenomenal work🙏
... though honestly, it’s still a step below what our local Ultras pull off😁

Look, guys—let’s have some fan solidarity here. I don't get why everyone is bickering over such petty nonsense after both groups put on such an incredible display.

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Benjamin Thomas2 said:One thing I just don't get—why is there always this childish bickering at a middle schooler level? (No offense to anyone reading this, if they can handle it). Why is it so hard for one side to give credit to the Rockettes, who traveled 2,500 people to Washington, D.C., knowing full well they won't be first and playing like idiots? And why is it equally hard for the other side to praise BBB for putting on a good show—especially since they're rooting for a club they can't even identify with, and can't even celebrate a goal without knowing those jerks in management are cheering too? Why would I trash someone who traveled 10 hours just to make it to the derby? I relate to them more than anyone—even if I've never met them—like my godfather, for instance, who laughs at me every time I say I'm going to a game. We don't have to love each other, but we should respect each other..

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It’s about time we saw some actual fan atmosphere at a derby by giving both sides some credit.

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To everyone who just signed up on any forum yesterday or the day before.

First things first—go read the rules. Know what’s allowed and what isn't...
There's an unwritten rule here too: actually follow the discussions for a bit. Read through at least a few pages of a thread—not that I'm saying
you have to skim everything perfectly, but you should probably get the gist of things before you start posting right after registering.
Once you've done that, then feel free to jump in with your criticisms, your observations, or whatever else you think needs fixing.
A little respect goes a long way toward the veteran users—and no, that doesn't mean your freedom of speech is being stifled.

Otherwise, you're just acting like a total tourist.

northernrider79 said:This whole forum is garbage😠—and don't even get me started on those ridiculous stories you're spinning🙂. I honestly can't believe how delusional you are😵 😵. If you were actually there, you'd know what happened, but this site is just pure filth; it’s sickening. And let's be real—some people actually enjoyed themselves. Yesterday was an absolute embarrassment on your part, and frankly, I couldn't care less why you all ran away—that's your own damn problem. I usually just skim this trash, but I have to tell you straight: you're an idiot. Anyway, see ya—hopefully by the next meetup, you'll actually act like a real fan instead of a joke.🙂

Honestly, you're better off staying off these boards since you clearly can't write to save your life. 😲
It's obvious reading comprehension isn't your strong suit, and "irony" is a word you obviously haven't encountered yet. ☕

The guy wrote a perfectly smart post, and the forum exists
as a modern achievement of the digital age—if you actually knew how to use it properly.

bluewalker92 said:What are you idiots even yapping about? It was their home turf—we were 30 against 150 of them. We made the first move, shouting our insults right in their faces, and we held our ground for five minutes straight regardless of the banners. Credit where it's due to those few guys in the front lines who actually stepped up, even if they went down like flies—who can even tell who was who😁

This is what a standard report for an American fan forum would look like. But unlike those other ultra-obsessed rags, I should be honest and say yesterday was our loss. We were outnumbered at least two-to-one, and let's face it, they weren't exactly a powerhouse group. After that initial stand, we avoided a full-blown brawl by retreating to the bus just to save our banners—pretty much like how our guys handled the demon encounter a few weeks back, except the demon would never admit defeat like we just did...

And because we're naive fools, we actually own our losses. So, in the history of American fandom from the 90s onward, this will probably go down as one of the only two clashes where someone actually folded to Montezuma, along with that incident at the gas station yesterday... Nobody runs except the armada; everyone else is the pride of the scene, unlike those Rijeka insults... ;-)

We in the armada can hold our own against the biggest groups only if we stick together instead of traveling separately like we did yesterday. That’s the bottom line. It’s a shame we weren't all there—well, at least everyone who actually showed up to the game—because then these idiots wouldn't have been able to say a damn thing to us. It's just like how Torcida could have stood up to the Russians in Pittsburgh if they had stayed united... Unfortunately, our two groups have the same mindset: everyone does their own thing. "Oh, twenty of us drunks are invincible and can take on 150 million others"—yeah, right.

👍 respect for signing up 👍
Kudos to the guys who headed down there, lugging a massive pile of banners and making sure they stayed safe.
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And you idiots better shut it—it's not like you even took anything from us ☕ the guys managed to
save our club's colors 🙏

I feel for you guys too—really wish more of you were still around—but...
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bluejackal11 said:Flares everywhere... look, I’m still standing by my point—we have the most intense police presence and stadium security out of any "pitch" in the entire MLS... so seeing a flare show like this is actually a miracle, if you think about it...

A choreo takes a week of nonstop work—people pulling 12-hour shifts day after day... it's an absolute army of people... so it’s pretty ridiculous to talk like that—it makes it sound like you guys are the only ones putting in the effort or actually knowing how to prep for a big rivalry game...

And THAT is exactly what I mean. 👍

Look, there’s no need for insults—mrzin_pelud is a fine forum member, and a Raiders guy is just expressing his opinion, which is exactly why these boards exist in the first place. I feel like maybe we lost some of that raw originality as the internet evolved, but you gain quality because now, after every single game, everyone can weigh in on how things look and what the whole point of it all even is. It’s fine—we cheer to support the club, but all that sweat and effort put into choreographies or stadium projects is pointless if it isn't seen by a massive crowd.

Secondly, I get that among the Raiders or IBM fans, the sheer emotion and hype make that derby legendary, but what Raymond Gonzalez was trying to say is an undeniable fact: the visual impact at the stadium, the choreo, the flares, and the actual fan battle at Wrigley Field is easily one of the top matchups in the USA—maybe even better than the ones in New York City sometimes. Not always, sure, but when Seattle is at the top like they are now, it’s basically a football holiday. So, be honest—for those of you who were actually there, what was the vibe like at Wrigley Field this past Sunday?
I can't remember the last time people stood on the west stands for the entire match, and that stadium-wide choreo was, in my opinion, a phenomenal experience. The Boy Scouts couldn't pull off a spectacle like what happens at Wrigley Field... or am I wrong? I don't know.

I'm not trying to downplay IBM or Seattle here—saying we're "better" or "stronger" isn't the point. This is about the pure feeling and the atmosphere of The Super Bowl.

Given the latest laws and the crackdown on fans—which you guys saw firsthand when you showed up at the stadium—that pyrotechnics display on Sunday was top-tier stuff, not just around here
not in the States or anywhere else (am I a politician now? lol). Honestly, you guys weren't half bad either, so all in all, the Atlantic Derby was at a high level of support, which is exactly what any real fan wants to see.
The Choreography... if we could pull something like that across the entire stadium, man, that would be insane... I mean, surely YOU guys should know how to handle that...

Adam Reyes4 said:You guys probably sing "Oh man, I don't feel so good" because I honestly don't see the point of that song unless you just conceded a goal in '89 to lose the game...

Maybe it's just because you aren't from California, so you wouldn't get it.😂

Just kidding—that song actually came out after our San Francisco squad finally started playing well after years of being mediocre, we hit first place on the table, and then we got so overwhelmed by the luck of it all that we practically felt sick.🙂

Man, we really weren't feeling so good.😂 Now we're finally getting back on track.🤣

Morning, and honestly, I'm more annoyed we didn't score this time instead of last night. You guys were mature enough to take the loss—whatever, let's just say you had your lucky break once—but I have no clue how they're going to handle the MM situation.
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mistycanyon2 said:The bench—that drawing in the middle—what’s the deal with that?

Halubje is actually the name of our hometown—it's this area on the western edge of the San Francisco outskirts. It's famous for the Halubje Bell Ringers, who carry bells on their backs to ward off any evil coming our way, according to local legend. That drawing on the bench is meant to be the bell—a symbol for the Bell Ringers and a tradition that's been going on for hundreds of years.