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Post by Rob Scott on Nov 2, 2017 14:47:30 GMT
Huge game! Really hoping I can get unbanned in time for this one! I'd hate to miss this potentially historic match, especially after following the brilliant CHL campaign so closely.
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Post by zscolin on Nov 3, 2017 8:04:40 GMT
Hi again, as recomended by you guys we will have a few pre/post game pints in the pub Bunkers Hill
right next to the arena.
This may sound stupid, but I have another question: Is it generally no problem to wear my
ZSC-coulors/shirt pre and post game? I'm aware that icehockey isn't football, but just to
be sure not to provoke anything unnecessary. Don't get me wrong, I've nothing against some
funny and even harsh remarks - No, problem. Sometime it's just hard to reply in english,
'cos it's not my first language.
In the early 2000 years we had biiig, big problems here in Switzerland, especially Zurich.
There where street-fights with fans from the other swiss teams, and when we played internationally
we had even fights breaking out within the arena (that was agains Milano).
Those days are gone. And every where I went "on tour" with my team it wasn't an issue at all.
But Britain is a new territory, that's why my question. But to be honest, I can't imagine that
it should be an issue. Why? Your supporters in Zurich where just THE BEST - really great!!!
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Post by Rob Scott on Nov 3, 2017 8:11:13 GMT
Hi again, as recomended by you guys we will have a few pre/post game pints in the pub Bunkers Hill right next to the arena. This may sound stupid, but I have another question: Is it generally no problem to wear my ZSC-coulors/shirt pre and post game? I'm aware that icehockey isn't football, but just to be sure not to provoke anything unnecessary. Don't get me wrong, I've nothing against some funny and even harsh remarks - No, problem. Sometime it's just hard to reply in english, 'cos it's not my first language. In the early 2000 years we had biiig, big problems here in Switzerland, especially Zurich. There where street-fights with fans from the other swiss teams, and when we played internationally we had even fights breaking out within the arena (that was agains Milano). Those days are gone. And every where I went "on tour" with my team it wasn't an issue at all. But Britain is a new territory, that's why my question. But to be honest, I can't imagine that it should be an issue. Why? Your supporters in Zurich where just THE BEST - really great!!! No problem at all with wearing your teams colours before, during or after the game. |
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Post by Shorty on Nov 3, 2017 8:11:16 GMT
No problem in wearing shirts what so ever. You will probably see some from other teams who are coming to watch.
If you wear your Zurich shirt you will also get more people talking to you!
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Post by Walitzer on Nov 3, 2017 8:22:24 GMT
Hi again, as recomended by you guys we will have a few pre/post game pints in the pub Bunkers Hill right next to the arena. This may sound stupid, but I have another question: Is it generally no problem to wear my ZSC-coulors/shirt pre and post game? I'm aware that icehockey isn't football, but just to be sure not to provoke anything unnecessary. Don't get me wrong, I've nothing against some funny and even harsh remarks - No, problem. Sometime it's just hard to reply in english, 'cos it's not my first language. In the early 2000 years we had biiig, big problems here in Switzerland, especially Zurich. There where street-fights with fans from the other swiss teams, and when we played internationally we had even fights breaking out within the arena (that was agains Milano). Those days are gone. And every where I went "on tour" with my team it wasn't an issue at all. But Britain is a new territory, that's why my question. But to be honest, I can't imagine that it should be an issue. Why? Your supporters in Zurich where just THE BEST - really great!!! You'll really shouldn't have any issues wearing your Lions Jersey, currently UK Ice Hockey is pretty good at keeping the insults within the Arena and the rough stuff on the Ice. Seen as we're all still ecstatic that we've made it this far, I'd expect a friendly welcome! |
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Post by EMB on Nov 3, 2017 9:26:27 GMT
The only problem you will have is the amount of people who want to buy your jersey..lol
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Post by iginla on Nov 3, 2017 14:24:21 GMT
The only problem you will have is the amount of people who want to buy your jersey..lol Yep bring a spare Lions shirt,because somebody will want to swop it for a Panthers one. |
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Post by Caesar on Nov 4, 2017 8:57:04 GMT
Hockey is a family sport in Britain. We never have Police on duty at our games. The biggest type of security i have seen for any game was when we played Bern. And that was only because the arena was tipped off that a lot of Bern fans who were banned from every arena Switzerland had made the trip. There were also apparently three different factions of their support who actually didnt like each other!! Have a great trip
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Post by spik on Nov 4, 2017 18:49:43 GMT
Bunkers Hill pub,The Nottingham Legend pub are either side of the Arena on Parliament street....where there is also a cafe just opposite on a side road (southwell rd).....all support hockey and welcome fans, however dressed.The restaurants and eating establishments coming from the Nottingham square (centre)will also be happy to see you. They try to entice fans (who come from all over the UK)whenthe play-offs are held here.
On the other side (the road with the bowling alley on) there is an open area called Bolero square (named after ice skaters Torvil and Dean)and the Salt Box pub is aside this whicj also will welcome you. There is lately a frisk/search on entry now days, so don't bring along anything you don't want taking off you. You can guess what not to take in.
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Post by John Casey on Nov 4, 2017 22:57:19 GMT
I must admit that even though that Zurich are a top team, they have quality players, plenty of speed and have a 3-1 lead, I still don't fear them as I did with Bern and Turku.
I believe that this team can be got at and rattled if we go at them and don't do what we seem to do during The 1st Periods during The CHL, which is sit back and let the opposition come at us. I think that a sustained controlled attack, where shots are taken and their Goaltender screened will be beneficial.
I also think that if we contain Wick and our Defense can give Zurich's Forwards some hard checks then we can concentrate on the attacking side as they definitely didn't like getting hit and seemed reluctant to get close to our net.
Officiating will definitely be key, hopefully they will be like The Officials from The 1st Leg and just let things flow when necessary. If that is the case and we can go in hard with our checks, we will be in business.
With this looking like it will sell out, us fans need to treat this like a Play Off Game and crank up the volume and make Zurich feel uncomfortable with the heat we can generate.
I've heard that other teams fans are coming, if that is true, I really hope that they see the big picture and realize how beneficial it will be for The Elite League in future CHL competitions (And for their clubs) if we can go further, not to see us lose.
Regardless of what happens on the night, I hope that The Team get a longer ovation after the game and not the regular skate around the ice and leave.
Here's hoping that there will be more biggest ever games this season.
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Post by grrm on Nov 5, 2017 10:32:08 GMT
I'm so excited about this game, fearful but excited. Probably around 6500 in the barn and we need to be on Zurich's back from the off - the players need to give it all and so do the fans, no let up - can't wait!!!!!!!
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Post by Bagheera on Nov 5, 2017 12:34:06 GMT
I'm so excited about this game, fearful but excited. Probably around 6500 in the barn and we need to be on Zurich's back from the off - the players need to give it all and so do the fans, no let up - can't wait!!!!!!! Really hope it's 6,000 hockey fans and not too many freebies or non hockey fans. Being a Tuesday should at least negate people on a night out. As much as it's a huge game I am a little suprised at how many tickets have gone. Usually if its not on the ST we struggle to Sell out, even if its a big domestic game. Perhaps more and more people have cottoned on to the magnitude of the teams achievements so far. Really hope so because if it is that then the atmosphere should be the best ever heare at the NIC. Can't wait, it's gonna be electric. |
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Post by iginla on Nov 5, 2017 13:52:29 GMT
Wonder how many Zurich fans are coming ?
Seems odd block 2 is completely sold out but there's 200 plus tickets left in blocks 1 and 3.
Crucial,crucial first goal.
If Panthers get it,the roof will come off the NIC. 😀
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Post by pantherlee on Nov 5, 2017 14:14:27 GMT
Whatever happens now its still an outstanding achievement. Reaching the QF though would be unbelievable.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 5, 2017 14:28:19 GMT
I generally think we 'll get the first goal.. A Sauve blast from the blue line:) it's if we can keep the momentum up will be key
Seriously can't wait
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Post by iginla on Nov 5, 2017 14:35:48 GMT
First goal,crowd up big time,they can do it.
Massive first ten mins in this game.
Shall expect you standing up conducting the crowd Pidge, like you used to all those years ago. 😀
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Post by Deleted on Nov 5, 2017 14:48:20 GMT
First goal,crowd up big time,they can do it. Massive first ten mins in this game. Shall expect you standing up conducting the crowd Pidge, like you used to all those years ago. 😀 I'm getting old iggy I did a bit of shouting at MK now my voice has gone lol |
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Post by iginla on Nov 5, 2017 15:07:12 GMT
First goal,crowd up big time,they can do it. Massive first ten mins in this game. Shall expect you standing up conducting the crowd Pidge, like you used to all those years ago. 😀 I'm getting old iggy I did a bit of shouting at MK now my voice has gone lol Haha We need you one side of the arena and Horseman the other,block 4 boys on top form too and Zurich won't know what's hit em ! 👍 |
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Post by Shaggy on Nov 5, 2017 15:08:00 GMT
I finally got around to watching the highlights from the first leg in Zurich... in what appeared to be an almost-empty cavern with virtually zero atmosphere!
If we can fill the NIC on Tuesday and create a solid wall of noise... could that help to make a bit of a difference? Both for the Panthers and against ZSC Lions? I certainly hope so...
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Post by zscolin on Nov 5, 2017 16:59:49 GMT
I really hope, that about 200 of our fans will make the trip to Nottingham.
The problem is, the CHL isn't very popular here in Switzerland. But never the
less, I hope the arena is sold out and that the noise will be great!
And even more so, I hope that our Ultras can behave. All fans who wear our colours
are absolutly fine. But the youngsters who wear black....... At lot of the times
I'm a shamed to "belong" to that crowed - to say the least!
One of our most important offensiv-player is back, but another defense-man got
injured. So we're actually missing 3 of our top 6 defense-man. Yesterday a 17 year
and a 19 year old kid played in defense.
If you spot me at the game, don't hesitate to have a chat. I always wear my blue
ZSC Lions shirt with the name ZSC olin on my back.
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Post by Caesar on Nov 5, 2017 18:11:52 GMT
Lets hope these Ultras dont turn up then, because with how the ticket sales appear to be heading, i have no idea how security would approach that situation. Against Bern they handled it superbly but with Panthers fans seemingly either side of the Zurich block i dont know what they'd do
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Post by EMB on Nov 5, 2017 20:15:38 GMT
Wonder how many Zurich fans are coming ? Seems odd block 2 is completely sold out but there's 200 plus tickets left in blocks 1 and 3. Crucial,crucial first goal. If Panthers get it,the roof will come off the NIC. 😀 Someone who works at the arena has said that Panthers have asked he arena to move some people from block 3 so that they can put extra security in, apparently they taking this one even further than the Bern security, can’t see why as the Zurich fans were great over there. Just noted Colin’s post above and maybe someone has been ‘tipped off’ about these ‘Ultras’ |
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Post by PantherG on Nov 5, 2017 20:27:37 GMT
So is Block 2 going to act as an empty barrier to keep their fans segregated? Its a worry, that we have to deal with this....
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Post by Caesar on Nov 5, 2017 20:38:46 GMT
Its not good, but it's the way it is. Want top class Euro hockey? Im afraid stuff like this comes with the territory. Im not condoning the situation at all, but we are so, so lucky with the hockey situation we have in this country. There is absolutely no way that our playoff weekend format would happen anywhere else in Europe
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