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Post by Druzik on Apr 9, 2008 16:29:33 GMT 10
OK so this one is actually the toughest of all the polls I think. Its the 2nd tier europen comp and well probably the three crountries closest to each other. Russia ofcourse have been in the WC qualifiers last year and showed that they are still a bit off the top European powers, but they are determined to get some silverware in the cabinet. Lebanon... will most proabably field their Liban Espoir side which is still very strong but had a close call with the Serbians last year in a friendly 16-14. Serbia in my eyes are the movers and shakers in European RL anyway, they have made some big strides since 2006 in their WC qualifiers and probably can pull a win against the Lebanese. they will face Russia at home in Belgrade and this could also lead to their advantage. Like I said its a close one this, three experienced sides all battle hardened in the last two years... I am throwing in a 4th option for those that want to cop out... the referee.  But I am going to go with the slight dark horse and Serbia on this. This could be a real surprising year in my eyes. |
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Post by Marv on Apr 9, 2008 17:11:22 GMT 10
I think, providing its the Espoir side that takes the field for Lebanon that Russia will still be too strong, I do hope this is the year Serbia push forward. This same fixture in the 2006 qualifying game for the world cup - Serbia 6 - 44 Russia
So there is a lot to do for Serbia.
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Post by jim on Apr 9, 2008 23:32:06 GMT 10
Wel this will be close, If lebanon field players from the NRL and/or ESL I'd say them but seeing as it will probably be a espoir side i will go russia in a really tight comp. Hopefully the Russian, Lebanese and Serbian public can get out and support the boys. That's if the comp even happens  |
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Post by Druzik on Apr 9, 2008 23:54:35 GMT 10
No its the local Liban Espoir players, It is still in the NRL season so cant see clubs letting players off.
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Post by Kiwi fan on May 31, 2008 15:33:54 GMT 10
So Liban Espoir is only the local players? I've gone for Russia but Lebannon will give them a good go.
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Post by Druzik on Jun 2, 2008 15:58:56 GMT 10
So Liban Espoir is only the local players? I've gone for Russia but Lebannon will give them a good go. Yes, they basically are Lebanon without any OS players. They are a tough bunch too serbia had a tour by them last year and were real tough. |
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Post by Marv on Jul 8, 2008 23:13:44 GMT 10
Has it been confirmed that Lebanon will palye their home games in Lebanon?
If they do and they dont hlod Lebanon's games in the UK (as they have previously) I would like to get out and see Serbia v Russia in Belgrade as you may sense I am really exited by this game and to see if Serbia can overtake the floundering Russians.
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Post by jim on Jul 8, 2008 23:28:21 GMT 10
Has it been confirmed that Lebanon will palye their home games in Lebanon? If they do and they dont hlod Lebanon's games in the UK (as they have previously) I would like to get out and see Serbia v Russia in Belgrade as you may sense I am really exited by this game and to see if Serbia can overtake the floundering Russians. I still think the russians would win, but as long as kleb is running the show they won't go forward. What has to be done to get him out of RRL. Still, wouldn't mind if Serbia beat them as good things seemed to be happening there. I wonder if any of lebanon's overseas players will be released? Jarrodd Saffy is in and out of first grade, Frank Samia I don't think has played an NRL game this year, George Ndaira is a regular for Souths now so I don't see him being released to play and efinatley not farrah or el masri. |
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Post by Druzik on Jul 9, 2008 1:06:02 GMT 10
Has it been confirmed that Lebanon will palye their home games in Lebanon? If they do and they dont hlod Lebanon's games in the UK (as they have previously) I would like to get out and see Serbia v Russia in Belgrade as you may sense I am really exited by this game and to see if Serbia can overtake the floundering Russians. Yep Beirut as far as I am aware. |
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Post by Spider on Jul 9, 2008 2:31:15 GMT 10
As long as planes fly to Beirut, we go there.
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Post by Druzik on Jul 9, 2008 2:56:36 GMT 10
As long as planes fly to Beirut, we go there. That'a spirit!  |
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Post by Spider on Jul 9, 2008 8:45:00 GMT 10
We've booked our tickets already, that's the reason  Now seriously, current situation tells that the game will be played as scheduled. |
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Post by Marv on Jul 9, 2008 16:46:00 GMT 10
Lets hope so
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Post by Druzik on Jul 9, 2008 18:36:44 GMT 10
OK so what are the final dates and venues spider?
I have seen no advertisement on this.
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Post by Spider on Jul 9, 2008 21:12:53 GMT 10
We are preparing for:
Sept. 20 - v Russia
Oct. 4 - at Lebanon
I still don't know Russia v Lebanon date, maybe it is the reason why it is not advertised so far.
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But I am going to go with the slight dark horse and Serbia on this. This could be a real surprising year in my eyes.
