PrezIke wrote:Speculating we'd seek to buy a South American club on the American Cityzens podcast today, which I happen to think is WILD speculation and not as in line with the reasons to purchase clubs in other lower leagues around the globe.
Football in South America is easily the #1 sport so I'm not sure how keen a Brazilian club's fans would feel about being a de facto feeder/scouting network club owned by outsiders. I claim to be no expert in club ownership/football cultures in that part of the world but somehow it strikes me as different and perhaps less allowable to have a conglomerate football group such as CFG do this even if that was an interest due to the bad taste that it might leave with fans there.
Even NYCFC fans have sometime moaned about being a feeder club, especially with the Lampard fiasco, and this is a brand new team with literally no history when he joined.
Pride in one's own leagues and clubs is surely stronger in South America and could go sour much easier than in countries like the US, Australia and Japan where club football traditions may not be as deep. I am sure there are fans who might find this comment insulting, however it cannot be denied that the sport not close to the biggest in any of these nations in terms of following and cultural value to the larger population as in South America.
Scatman wrote:this probably belongs in here
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-3782434/Manchester-City-quest-world-domination-takes-boost-Yankees-link-key-step-global-project.html
nottsblue wrote:Scatman wrote:this probably belongs in here
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-3782434/Manchester-City-quest-world-domination-takes-boost-Yankees-link-key-step-global-project.html
Wow. That was a really enlightening read and it just showcases what the plans for CFG are and how far ahead in terms of vision we are against our rivals. Sorriano in his role has done wonders up to now
Mikhail Chigorin wrote:nottsblue wrote:Scatman wrote:this probably belongs in here
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-3782434/Manchester-City-quest-world-domination-takes-boost-Yankees-link-key-step-global-project.html
Wow. That was a really enlightening read and it just showcases what the plans for CFG are and how far ahead in terms of vision we are against our rivals. Sorriano in his role has done wonders up to now
It's almost frightening....and it will be for other football organisations in so many different ways.
I get the feeling that now this CFG 'business plan', for want of a better way of describing it, has started to develop, it will roll ever faster and become, in effect, unstoppable.
Who knows but, in lifetimes to come, CFG could become bigger and more financially powerful than any Government, any country, any economic unit, any military alliance or any political movement until, 'de facto' it could become the ruler/steward/directorship of this world.......
OK, OK, I'm getting carried away into realms of fantasy now but it's certainly the kind of organisation that, in pure footballing matters, EUFA and FIFA, for starters, would not wish to tangle with.
mr_nool wrote:Mikhail Chigorin wrote:nottsblue wrote:Scatman wrote:this probably belongs in here
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-3782434/Manchester-City-quest-world-domination-takes-boost-Yankees-link-key-step-global-project.html
Wow. That was a really enlightening read and it just showcases what the plans for CFG are and how far ahead in terms of vision we are against our rivals. Sorriano in his role has done wonders up to now
It's almost frightening....and it will be for other football organisations in so many different ways.
I get the feeling that now this CFG 'business plan', for want of a better way of describing it, has started to develop, it will roll ever faster and become, in effect, unstoppable.
Who knows but, in lifetimes to come, CFG could become bigger and more financially powerful than any Government, any country, any economic unit, any military alliance or any political movement until, 'de facto' it could become the ruler/steward/directorship of this world.......
OK, OK, I'm getting carried away into realms of fantasy now but it's certainly the kind of organisation that, in pure footballing matters, EUFA and FIFA, for starters, would not wish to tangle with.
Sounds like the script Roller Ball.
john@staustell wrote:Came out in the last couple of days - Robotics for Manchester and China, which is probably significant!
http://www.fcbusiness.co.uk/news/articl ... artnership?
n innovative global partnership with UBTECH ROBOTICS CORP will give Manchester City fans around the world the opportunity to enjoy exclusive content and unique experiences.
In a first for a European football club, the Blues welcome UBTECH as their Official Robot Partner, in a deal which will enhance fan engagement and entertainment.
A world leader in consumer robotics, UBTECH is the first company in China to design and manufacture humanoid robots.
The new partnership, which is a first of its kind, will combine brilliant entertainment and ground-breaking technology to bring fans never before seen content and experiences.
Supporters can expect to see a series of co-branded UBTECH products across the Club’s digital channels and should also keep an eye out for them at home games throughout the season and for the opportunity to take part in exclusive fan competitions.
Commenting on the launch of the partnership, Tom Glick, Group Chief Commercial Officer, City Football Group, said:
“Partnering with UBTECH, who are a world leader in their field and share our passion for innovation and cooperation, is a natural fit for Manchester City. Together, we can reinvent the fan experience both at the Etihad Stadium and online by using pioneering technology and putting fans at the heart of the partnership.
“We are delighted to welcome UBTECH to the family and to have the opportunity to introduce our fans in Manchester, China and beyond to their exciting product range and the never before seen content and experiences this partnership will deliver.”
Manchester City's reputation and commitment to innovation impressed UBTECH Robotics founder, James Zhou, who is looking forward to the outcomes of the partnership.
He added: “The unique partnership between UBTECH Robotics and Manchester City will bring cutting edge robotics technology and sports marketing together. As one of the top football clubs in the world, Manchester City has a positive and healthy brand image.
"The Club constantly seeks to innovate and is dedicated to bringing beautiful football to its fans so they enjoy unforgettable moments. Innovation is also deeply embedded in the DNA of UBTECH Robotics and as a result we are excited to become the official global robot partner of Manchester City.
“UBTECH Robotics focuses on bringing intelligent consumer robots to every home in the world and creating a more intelligent, humanized lifestyle for all. With Manchester City, we look forward to bringing the excitement of intelligent robots and “beautiful football” together for all to enjoy.”
Foreverinbluedreams wrote:Can you programme these robots to boo?
Mikhail Chigorin wrote:Foreverinbluedreams wrote:Can you programme these robots to boo?
Oooohh Yes........and also to sing Guardiola songs and anti-Scum chants.
Cracking idea.
Dameerto wrote:Mikhail Chigorin wrote:Foreverinbluedreams wrote:Can you programme these robots to boo?
Oooohh Yes........and also to sing Guardiola songs and anti-Scum chants.
Cracking idea.
Maybe we could program them to stay on for five minutes after the final whistle too, to applaud good performances (along with most but not all of our fans).
Goaters 103 wrote:Another Platini FFP deal, necessary in principle to raise revenue to pay lip service to FFP.
I do like Monaco's approach to FFP, ie to give it the big two fingered salute.
Before the years out we will no doubt have an official bird seed vending supplier in Asia as well.
BookJunior wrote:Goaters 103 wrote:Another Platini FFP deal, necessary in principle to raise revenue to pay lip service to FFP.
I do like Monaco's approach to FFP, ie to give it the big two fingered salute.
Before the years out we will no doubt have an official bird seed vending supplier in Asia as well.
Is that a Victory V or telling him to go away? Monaco is an independent state.
UEFA needs places like Monaco to store their cash.
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