Mus Posted March 13, 2018 Share Posted March 13, 2018 Not being a religious person I find it weird all these players nowadays praying on the pitch or when waiting to come on. Is it me being an old grump or does anyone else find it rather odd? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HighworthOwl Posted March 13, 2018 Share Posted March 13, 2018 I make a silent prayer when we get a corner. God must hate me as it never beats the first man! 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobness Posted March 13, 2018 Share Posted March 13, 2018 Saw Messi doing this the other night. Bizarre behaviour. Wouldn't want him anywhere near our side! 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prince Posted March 13, 2018 Share Posted March 13, 2018 Each to their own, as long as it's not forced down your throat then it's up to the individual as to the faith they follow. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pgmetcalf Posted March 13, 2018 Share Posted March 13, 2018 Wherever there are people there's going to be some kind of believe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rebowl Yell Posted March 13, 2018 Share Posted March 13, 2018 Yes I think offering ‘faith zones’ in the stadium might help attract ostracised communities to come watch Wednesday at Hillsborough, something like the first 4 or 5 rows of the Kop would be ideal. Would look good on tv too. 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rogerwyldesmullet Posted March 13, 2018 Share Posted March 13, 2018 There is an interesting bit in Matthew Syed's book about sporting success when he talks to Jonathan Edwards - general gist is that whatever gives you a sense of edge/ helps you focus is what makes the difference and for some, a notion of "the higher power" helps. Obviously there was a bit more to it for Jeremy Helan - but maybe he just fled SWFC before he got injured! Meanwhile, despite me being a man of faith, "Sky is blue, clouds are white, that's why Gods a Wednesdayite" has been a struggle to sing over the years! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hookowl Posted March 13, 2018 Share Posted March 13, 2018 11 minutes ago, Mus said: Not being a religious person I find it weird all these players nowadays praying on the pitch or when waiting to come on. Is it me being an old grump or does anyone else find it rather odd? I don't find it weird or odd. A lot of people feel the need to have something to believe in, as far as I'm concerned that's their prerogative. Saying that it's your prerogative for it to appear weird or odd to you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OxonOwl Posted March 13, 2018 Share Posted March 13, 2018 They get it drummed into them from an early age that they have a god given talent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Bulgaria Posted March 13, 2018 Share Posted March 13, 2018 (edited) 12 minutes ago, Prince said: Each to their own, as long as it's not forced down your throat then it's up to the individual as to the faith they follow. Absolutely, but why do they do it when they know the cameras are watching them? Self importance if you ask me. Similar thing that made me cringe was Gareth Bale holding up his boot with "RIP Gary Speed" on them, showing them to the crowd and the camera when he scored a goal... i mean whats he trying to say? Is he wanting the world to know how much he cares or what. Pratt. Edited March 13, 2018 by Bulgaria Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hookowl Posted March 13, 2018 Share Posted March 13, 2018 2 minutes ago, Bulgaria said: Absolutely, but why do they do it when they know the cameras are watching them? Self importance if you ask me. Could be a conspiracy, why are the camera's watching them ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ever the pessimist Posted March 13, 2018 Share Posted March 13, 2018 9 minutes ago, Rogerwyldesmullet said: There is an interesting bit in Matthew Syed's book about sporting success when he talks to Jonathan Edwards - general gist is that whatever gives you a sense of edge/ helps you focus is what makes the difference and for some, a notion of "the higher power" helps. Interestingly Edwards turned from religion after retiring. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asteener1867 Posted March 13, 2018 Share Posted March 13, 2018 I'd rather see them pray to Allah or make the sign of the cross then run towards me kissin' their badges the disingenous f.ookers..or that thumb suckin' fookwhittery..... Wrist kissin'????..I mean give over!.. Shake hands get back to the centre circle.... I don't mind sheer exubrance, but all the pre planned rubbish?..nah Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hitcat Posted March 13, 2018 Share Posted March 13, 2018 There's no place for religion anywhere. 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inspector Lestrade Posted March 13, 2018 Share Posted March 13, 2018 3 minutes ago, Hitcat said: There's no place for religion anywhere. Church? 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sonny Posted March 13, 2018 Share Posted March 13, 2018 #godisone 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hitcat Posted March 13, 2018 Share Posted March 13, 2018 5 minutes ago, Watson said: Church? They'll all be live music venues and flats soon enough. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sheffsteel Posted March 13, 2018 Share Posted March 13, 2018 (edited) I’m not religious either but I suppose praying is a form of positive thinking, clear thoughts and meditation. If it helps/ gives comfort to the individual then can’t see any harm. Edited March 13, 2018 by sheffsteel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davethemagicweasel Posted March 13, 2018 Share Posted March 13, 2018 I find people praying for help with a sporting event bizarre. If there is a god I'd hope he's focusing on the famines, wars, etc over a football match. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobness Posted March 13, 2018 Share Posted March 13, 2018 In all seriousness, aren't we all stuck watching Wednesday for our sins? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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