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Re: Leeds v Manchester City: Peter Bankes
DIR By: TheThingFromLewes
Date: February 28, 2026, 1:56 pm
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--- Quote from: HChip link ---
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> I hope Langford had some painkillers in the changing room as
I’m sure his head was pounding after being next to Farke for 90
minutes!
>
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I’m sure he’s had plenty of experience of dealing with the likes
of Steve Evans and Colin chuntering away over the years…
Farke is not in that league of mouthy bosses!
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Re: Leeds v Manchester City: Peter Bankes
DIR By: flipmode
Date: March 1, 2026, 7:08 pm
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--- Quote from: Adam link ---
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> On a note away from refereeing, the loud booing from fans at
Bankes pausing the game for players to break their Ramadan fast
is disgusting.
>
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For a County that is steeped in multicultrualism, it sadly
didn't surprise me to hear this at all. It is Leeds, after all.
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Re: Leeds v Manchester City: Peter Bankes
DIR By: Failed Ref
Date: March 2, 2026, 3:12 am
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Why have the Premier League allowed their rules and playing
regulations to be changed to accommodate one particular
religious group?
This is not intended to be racist or in any way anti-religion,
let’s make that clear before the thought police start getting
involved. I believe in inclusion. However, if a player’s
religion means that they may not be fit to play according to
normal regulations, they should not be picked. Interestingly,
why do Muslims play for clubs with strong gambling connections?
Religion is very personal, a sincerely held belief which helps
to shape people’s lives, give them structure, a purpose, a
reason for living. I respect and understand this. However, there
are many religions, and no-one can say which (if any) are right.
Therefore, it is essential that one person’s religion should not
be allowed to dictate what others can do or impact on them
provided they are going about lawful business. I will always
support one’s right to practice their religion without fear of
persecution and I abhor discrimination, but religion should be
practiced at home, churches or whatever, and in how they conduct
themselves but with the proviso previously stated.
Christians have long lost the right to argue that Sunday is a
special day and indeed are in certain jobs where they are not
allowed to wear open crucifixes in case they might offend people
– i.e. non-Christians. Muslim beliefs allow women’s rights to be
subordinated below that of men, prevents schoolgirls from
competing in sports. In extremism, you get Taliban beliefs. It
cannot be right that peaceful Jews most of whom dislike what
Israel is doing should feel isolated and afraid in this country.
That is not a society I want or believe in. As for Sharia Law?
No way. One law for everyone.
The Premier League got this badly wrong. It was illogical,
irrational driven by a desire to accommodate what group of
individuals. A fear of being accused of discrimination.
As I write, our armed services are risking their lives to
protect our interests, our society, our freedoms. Made up almost
entirely of white or black serviceman, who are expected to
protect others, their freedoms, their right to protest but
without the commitment that our brave servicemen and women have
made.
The English Premier League was wrong to make allowances for one
faith. A dangerous precedent.
Moderators. ( edited, excellent post nearly removed for the
clear attempt at undermining mods and admin , nothing wrong with
your post until that point, no need whatsoever for that part ,
next time the post will not be edited it will be removed!)
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Re: Leeds v Manchester City: Peter Bankes
DIR By: ell
Date: March 2, 2026, 3:21 am
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--- Quote from: Failed Ref link ---
>
> Why have the Premier League allowed their rules and playing
regulations to be changed to accommodate one particular
religious group?
> This is not intended to be racist or in any way anti-religion,
let’s make that clear before the thought police start getting
involved. I believe in inclusion. However, if a player’s
religion means that they may not be fit to play according to
normal regulations, they should not be picked. Interestingly,
why do Muslims play for clubs with strong gambling connections?
> Religion is very personal, a sincerely held belief which helps
to shape people’s lives, give them structure, a purpose, a
reason for living. I respect and understand this. However, there
are many religions, and no-one can say which (if any) are right.
Therefore, it is essential that one person’s religion should not
be allowed to dictate what others can do or impact on them
provided they are going about lawful business. I will always
support one’s right to practice their religion without fear of
persecution and I abhor discrimination, but religion should be
practiced at home, churches or whatever, and in how they conduct
themselves but with the proviso previously stated.
> Christians have long lost the right to argue that Sunday is a
special day and indeed are in certain jobs where they are not
allowed to wear open crucifixes in case they might offend people
– i.e. non-Christians. Muslim beliefs allow women’s rights to be
subordinated below that of men, prevents schoolgirls from
competing in sports. In extremism, you get Taliban beliefs. It
cannot be right that peaceful Jews most of whom dislike what
Israel is doing should feel isolated and afraid in this country.
That is not a society I want or believe in. As for Sharia Law?
No way. One law for everyone.
> The Premier League got this badly wrong. It was illogical,
irrational driven by a desire to accommodate what group of
individuals. A fear of being accused of discrimination.
>
> As I write, our armed services are risking their lives to
protect our interests, our society, our freedoms. Made up almost
entirely of white or black serviceman, who are expected to
protect others, their freedoms, their right to protest but
without the commitment that our brave servicemen and women have
made.
>
> The English Premier League was wrong to make allowances for
one faith. A dangerous precedent.
>
> Moderators. (Edited)
>
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this sort of stoppage has been going on for years, officially or
otherwise, whether your realised it or not
i cannot see the issue with allowing the players to have a
drink/take on energy gels at a natural stoppage in play, it
hurts absolutely no one
#Post#: 102241--------------------------------------------------
Re: Leeds v Manchester City: Peter Bankes
DIR By: bmb
Date: March 2, 2026, 6:19 am
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--- Quote from: ell link ---
>
> [quote author=Failed Ref link=topic=7764.msg102232#msg102232
date=1772442770]
> Why have the Premier League allowed their rules and playing
regulations to be changed to accommodate one particular
religious group?
> This is not intended to be racist or in any way anti-religion,
let’s make that clear before the thought police start getting
involved. I believe in inclusion. However, if a player’s
religion means that they may not be fit to play according to
normal regulations, they should not be picked. Interestingly,
why do Muslims play for clubs with strong gambling connections?
> Religion is very personal, a sincerely held belief which helps
to shape people’s lives, give them structure, a purpose, a
reason for living. I respect and understand this. However, there
are many religions, and no-one can say which (if any) are right.
Therefore, it is essential that one person’s religion should not
be allowed to dictate what others can do or impact on them
provided they are going about lawful business. I will always
support one’s right to practice their religion without fear of
persecution and I abhor discrimination, but religion should be
practiced at home, churches or whatever, and in how they conduct
themselves but with the proviso previously stated.
> Christians have long lost the right to argue that Sunday is a
special day and indeed are in certain jobs where they are not
allowed to wear open crucifixes in case they might offend people
– i.e. non-Christians. Muslim beliefs allow women’s rights to be
subordinated below that of men, prevents schoolgirls from
competing in sports. In extremism, you get Taliban beliefs. It
cannot be right that peaceful Jews most of whom dislike what
Israel is doing should feel isolated and afraid in this country.
That is not a society I want or believe in. As for Sharia Law?
No way. One law for everyone.
> The Premier League got this badly wrong. It was illogical,
irrational driven by a desire to accommodate what group of
individuals. A fear of being accused of discrimination.
>
> As I write, our armed services are risking their lives to
protect our interests, our society, our freedoms. Made up almost
entirely of white or black serviceman, who are expected to
protect others, their freedoms, their right to protest but
without the commitment that our brave servicemen and women have
made.
>
> The English Premier League was wrong to make allowances for
one faith. A dangerous precedent.
>
> Moderators.
>
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this sort of stoppage has been going on for years, officially or
otherwise, whether your realised it or not
i cannot see the issue with allowing the players to have a
drink/take on energy gels at a natural stoppage in play, it
hurts absolutely no one
[/quote]
Agree with this. Personally I look at it no differently than
players being allowed to have a quick break in play to take on
fluids in hot weather, ok that's rare here given our weather
but...
I do understand however where Failed Ref is coming from and
agree religion is something personal and all faiths, or no
faiths, should be given equal respect. AFCB has a multi faith
room, as I am sure that most clubs do these days. It's available
to players and club staff throughout their working day, whatever
their religion. There is also access to the club chaplain on
site and links with other religious local leaders of many other
faiths who will attend if requested and be welcomed by all. At
the last Christmas Carol service I attended, and yes the word
Christmas was used, the other local religious leaders, linked to
the multi faith room all attended out of respect to their
Christian counterparts. The service was attended by many in the
local community of all faiths with all showing respect for the
different faiths represented (for want of a better word).
Inclusion and respect has to start somewhere...
#Post#: 102287--------------------------------------------------
Re: Leeds v Manchester City: Peter Bankes
DIR By: Shy Talk
Date: March 2, 2026, 1:54 pm
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Many Leeds fans are claiming that the booing was aimed not at
the break in itself but rather that Pep took the opportunity to
involve all of his team in a quick coaching session. At a time
when Leeds had taken a grip on the game and City hadn't yet
found their rhythm.
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Re: Leeds v Manchester City: Peter Bankes
DIR By: El Referee
Date: March 2, 2026, 1:57 pm
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--- Quote from: Shy Talk link ---
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> Many Leeds fans are claiming that the booing was aimed not at
the break in itself but rather that Pep took the opportunity to
involve all of his team in a quick coaching session. At a time
when Leeds had taken a grip on the game and City hadn't yet
found their rhythm.
>
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