International Domestic Soccer Discussion

[Andossa Se Mitrin Vega]

For the first time in its history, the Vegan Fuborii Liaga has loosened the restrictions that up to this point have prevented international players from being signed to VFL clubs as well as the restrictions that have prevented Vegan players from playing elsewhere.

(OOC - if memory serves me right only Evan Evans ever played abroad, in Cuation I think. And only an Arridian (her name escapes me as I lost all that info in the fire) has had privilege to play in the VFL.)

As the idea is still foreign to many of our clubs, the list of players initially available for sale, trade, or loan is not as long as we would hope, but there are a couple of really big names.

FK Kelsey has offered forward Rainu Irin’lur for sale or trade. The 5’2 16 year old has a ton of talent and is still physically developing. A starter for the ASMV national side, Rainu can score from nearly anywhere. The downfall to her game is that she is more than a bit hot-headed. This results in too many red and yellows being shown on her behalf - an average of 1 every 2.34 matches. But maturity may be catching up a bit for she only saw two reds in 27 international matches since joining the Sea Dragons.

Sa’una Vega has offered right back Mace Kinoz’gh for sale or trade. At only 26, Mace has much left in the tank and was the most consistent defender for the national side. At 6’2 225lbs he has size and power to control the pitch from the backer spot.

Free Agent Keeper Jubaxilo Valdori has recovered from rotator cuff surgery and wishes to test international interest before returning to Sarii EV. At 6’5 the 22 year old has reach that shorter keepers only dream of.

[Tyrrin]

Several Tyrrinian prospects have been looking to transfer:

Alfwin Samppa, Coranto FC, Striker, 17, 4 goals last season
Samppa is looking to be a great striker someday, but he hasn't gelled with Zia Thorvald, the Coranto goalscoring menace. He hopes to get a better shot in a different league.

Kegan Diniz, Icklyrri Icebirds, Defender, 25
Diniz is a staunch defender on the best defensive team in the Commander's League. He is a favorite to get a spot on the national team next time around in place of aging Fedde and Colin.

Tomi Diya, Mertag FC, Defender, 24
Diya is a dynamic young defender who likes to help out on the attack. He could benefit from being on a well-coached team, or he could be an excellent super sub late in games.

Gustaw Daderio, Oclia Mariners, Keeper, 20
Daderio was the keeper for the Commander's League champion Mariners. He performed far above the expectations of all his pundits. However, Mariners couldn't afford to keep him and Marcius Booker, so they decided to put Daderio up for transfer.

[Bears Armed]

For the first time in its history, the Vegan Fuborii Liaga has loosened the restrictions that up to this point have prevented international players from being signed to VFL clubs

"Hr'rmm?"

[Sargossa]

Free Agent Keeper Jubaxilo Valdori has recovered from rotator cuff surgery and wishes to test international interest before returning to Sarii EV. At 6’5 the 22 year old has reach that shorter keepers only dream of.

SuperLiga side Alianza Jucaro (5th last season) are in the market for a reliable goalkeeper and would be delighted to make an offer for Valdori.

[Osarius]

@Andossa Se Mitrin Vega

Royal League playoff winners Charleston Athletic are keen on signing Mace Kinoz’gh to bolster an already solid defence, in preparation for what they assume will be a tough first season in the top flight. Since Charleston aren't the most convincing side going forward, they rely on defensive solidity to grind out victories.

OFA Cup holders Hastmead Diamante are interested in signing Rainu Irin’lur to add to their youthful, but promising squad as they return to the King's League, also. Amandeep Sahota has already shown a great talent for working with talented youngsters, and may well be the best man to help develop the fiery Vegan forward into a top class player.



@Tyrrin

Newly promoted Maharia United wish to place a bid for Alfwin Samppa, as they seek a goalscorer to help them remain in the King's League. As they only have one senior striker at the moment, Samppa is practically guaranteed a starting place should he accept their offer.

Veteran Burningham City manager, Sir George Pennant, is keen to team Kegan Diniz with his compatriot Melvyn Shahar at the heart of perhaps the best defense in the country. Burningham City are known for being tough to break down, so it should be a good fit for him, and also beneficial for the national team, as they could form a good partnership to carry over to international level.

Callisto City, under the stewardship of Donovan MacLean, may be the ideal destination for Tomi Diya, especially as they seek a solid attacking full back to maintain their impressive progress. Last season, MacLean identified his team's lack of width as a major problem in breaking down certain teams, and a full back capable of supporting attacks is top of his wishlist.

Paper Tree Town have had to loan 'keepers and rely on youth team players for the past three seasons, so Gustaw Daderio may be the solution they need. Providing he can handle the high altitude in Papyrum, he could find himself in a secure position as first choice goalkeeper, behind a reasonable defence - which is even better when playing at home.

[Tyrrin]

@Tyrrin

Newly promoted Maharia United wish to place a bid for Alfwin Samppa, as they seek a goalscorer to help them remain in the King's League. As they only have one senior striker at the moment, Samppa is practically guaranteed a starting place should he accept their offer.

Veteran Burningham City manager, Sir George Pennant, is keen to team Kegan Diniz with his compatriot Melvyn Shahar at the heart of perhaps the best defense in the country. Burningham City are known for being tough to break down, so it should be a good fit for him, and also beneficial for the national team, as they could form a good partnership to carry over to international level.

Callisto City, under the stewardship of Donovan MacLean, may be the ideal destination for Tomi Diya, especially as they seek a solid attacking full back to maintain their impressive progress. Last season, MacLean identified his team's lack of width as a major problem in breaking down certain teams, and a full back capable of supporting attacks is top of his wishlist.

Paper Tree Town have had to loan 'keepers and rely on youth team players for the past three seasons, so Gustaw Daderio may be the solution they need. Providing he can handle the high altitude in Papyrum, he could find himself in a secure position as first choice goalkeeper, behind a reasonable defence - which is even better when playing at home.

Samppa, Diya, and Daderio are interested in playing in Osarius. They would go for $1, $1.4, and $2.3 million respectively. Diniz is fielding an offer from Porto Lacruz in Cafundeu at the moment, so he may choose not to sign with Burningham. He is looking at an offer of around $4.5 million.

[Andossa Se Mitrin Vega]

Today’s Hot News

Story #1. Star forward Rainu Irin’lur has been dealt by FK Kelsey to a Nethertopian club (OOC- oops. I deleted the tg by mistake and do not have the club name.) It is the hope of Vegans everywhere that the move will polish her rough ends and develop the as yet untouched talent.

Story #2. Jubaxilo to visit Saragosa’s Alianza Jucaro. The free-agent keeper is very interested in playing for such a quality side and sources close to the 22 year old say that he is merely awaiting a suitable offer.

Story #3. FK Kelsey, after dealing Irin’lur, wishes to place a bid on the Tyrrinian, Alfwin Sampa of Coranto FC. The club likes the young man’s game and thinks he is more a perfect fit for their style than Irin’lur. Rumor has the official bid being made at 1.32 million for Sampa.

Story #4. Mace Kinoz’gh has been dealt by Sa’una Vega to Charleston Athletic of Osarius. Quite a formidable defender here at home, we now get to see what he can do on a defensive international squad.

Story #5. Stonengarten UH, the Dwarven club who flat out refuses to sign any player of standard humanoid races other than Dwarves are rumored to be highly intrigued by the possibility of signing a an Ursine keeper. The larger keeper would be a great benefit for a side that struggles at the position and the bears are much more agreeable to the standoffish Stonengartners than flitty elves and wasteful humans. A small group of Dwarven scouts have been sent to Bears Armed (OOC- is that the national name you prefer) to see what talent can be found and work out a deal

More news to follow as we get it.

[Nethertopia]

Today’s Hot News

Story #1. Star forward Rainu Irin’lur has been dealt by FK Kelsey to a Nethertopian club (OOC- oops. I deleted the tg by mistake and do not have the club name.) It is the hope of Vegans everywhere that the move will polish her rough ends and develop the as yet untouched talent.

Never Give Up, Always Keep the Ball Forward & The Peregrines Peregrines City Sports and Soccer Combination (actually, let's keep it at NAPPC, they prefer that) would very much welcome Rainu Irin'lur and really hope that she doesn't accidentally has a plane ticket to anywhere else but Peregrinus City.

(OOC: I always make copies of important TGs I send, would you like a copy of it? )

[Bears Armed]

Story #5. Stonengarten UH, the Dwarven club who flat out refuses to sign any player of standard humanoid races other than Dwarves are rumored to be highly intrigued by the possibility of signing a an Ursine keeper. The larger keeper would be a great benefit for a side that struggles at the position and the bears are much more agreeable to the standoffish Stonengartners than flitty elves and wasteful humans. A small group of Dwarven scouts have been sent to Bears Armed (OOC- is that the national name you prefer) to see what talent can be found and work out a deal.

OOC:, Yes, calling the nation 'Bears Armed' is fine... although, despite that name, we do have minority groups from various non-Ursine groups too. In fact we've even got some Dwarves (about 1½% of the total population), although they object to that label on the grounds that Humans apply it to beings that are smaller than they "should" be and "We aren't too small, we're just the right size, it's everybody else that's too big!", so that they are generally referred to as 'SmithFolk' instead...

[Eastfield Lodge]

Just to let you know, Junipa Athletic have sold Fernandinho to St. Martholomews Wanderers and that Thomas O'Henly has been sold to Salaga.

Foreign players playing in Eastfield Lodge will age at the same rate as everyone else in the Empire/Commonwealth, that is at 2 years per World Cup cycle, regardless of time in your own nation.

Seniors FC are looking for anybody fit enough to play football who is over the age of 70. As long as they're healthy (not deaf or seriously paralysed, minor paralysis and wheelchairs are allowed, but not preferred), and would like to play professional football, then they will be considered. Retired footballers will be preferred.

(OOC: I know, odd request).

[Andossa Se Mitrin Vega]

(OOC: I always make copies of important TGs I send, would you like a copy of it? )

That would be awesome. Thanks

[Andossa Se Mitrin Vega]

OOC:, Yes, calling the nation 'Bears Armed' is fine... although, despite that name, we do have minority groups from various non-Ursine groups too. In fact we've even got some Dwarves (about 1½% of the total population), although they object to that label on the grounds that Humans apply it to beings that are smaller than they "should" be and "We aren't too small, we're just the right size, it's everybody else that's too big!", so that they are generally referred to as 'SmithFolk' instead...

Very Good. However it is the Ursine players which have drawn interest from the Dwarven club. It seems they are intrigued by the idea of adding not only larger players but skilled larger players to boot. They have attempted on several occasions to train cave trolls to provide added size and reach, but that barely sentient race hasnt proved to be an acceptable solution. Stonengarten UH's play has been spectacular early in the new season as the prospect of Ursine players has generated quite a buzz in that city. The Dwarves here call themselves the Zadaor.

[Bears Armed]

OOC:, Yes, calling the nation 'Bears Armed' is fine... although, despite that name, we do have minority groups from various non-Ursine groups too. In fact we've even got some Dwarves (about 1½% of the total population), although they object to that label on the grounds that Humans apply it to beings that are smaller than they "should" be and "We aren't too small, we're just the right size, it's everybody else that's too big!", so that they are generally referred to as 'SmithFolk' instead...

Very Good. However it is the Ursine players which have drawn interest from the Dwarven club. It seems they are intrigued by the idea of adding not only larger players but skilled larger players to boot. They have attempted on several occasions to train cave trolls to provide added size and reach, but that barely sentient race hasnt proved to be an acceptable solution. Stonengarten UH's play has been spectacular early in the new season as the prospect of Ursine players has generated quite a buzz in that city. The Dwarves here call themselves the Zadaor.

Okay.

from the Bear-Belles' latest roster, the possibilities are_
(#30) Karramarsar Darra _ Clan = Ostbora, home team = 'Warriagh Krasny', category & usual position = Goalkeeper, 19 years experience of Soccer; age = 32, right-pawed, fur = light brown, has good eyesight, very nimble; very good record in ''League' play. (She made her 'international' debut in Oxen Cup 12.)
(#51) Beorranna o OldWood_ Clan = Redwood; home team = Mighty Redwoods, category & usual position = Goalkeeper, experience = 5 years; age = 22, right -pawed, fur = medium-brown with a greyish tinge. (WWC12 was her ‘international’ debut.)

whilst from the 'NorthBears' there is _
(#27) Elga Thuleann _ Clan = Thuleann; home team = AmmFarhr Adventuresses, category & usual position = Goalkeeper, experience = 15 years; age = 27, left-pawed, fur = ‘white’ (as she’s from a ‘Polar’ stock, which also means that she’s rather large even by Ursine standards...).

* * * * * * *

Or would you rather have a keeper who is in a 'League' team -- probably as their second-string goalie, rather than their usual starting one -- but who hasn't yet been selected to play at the 'national 'level? This would probably be slightly cheaper...

[Andossa Se Mitrin Vega]

from the Bear-Belles' latest roster, the possibilities are_
(#30) Karramarsar Darra _ Clan = Ostbora, home team = 'Warriagh Krasny', category & usual position = Goalkeeper, 19 years experience of Soccer; age = 32, right-pawed, fur = light brown, has good eyesight, very nimble; very good record in ''League' play. (She made her 'international' debut in Oxen Cup 12.)
(#51) Beorranna o OldWood_ Clan = Redwood; home team = Mighty Redwoods, category & usual position = Goalkeeper, experience = 5 years; age = 22, right -pawed, fur = medium-brown with a greyish tinge. (WWC12 was her ‘international’ debut.)

whilst from the 'NorthBears' there is _
(#27) Elga Thuleann _ Clan = Thuleann; home team = AmmFarhr Adventuresses, category & usual position = Goalkeeper, experience = 15 years; age = 27, left-pawed, fur = ‘white’ (as she’s from a ‘Polar’ stock, which also means that she’s rather large even by Ursine standards...).

* * * * * * *

Or would you rather have a keeper who is in a 'League' team -- probably as their second-string goalie, rather than their usual starting one -- but who hasn't yet been selected to play at the 'national 'level? This would probably be slightly cheaper...

Hmm... the possibilities. All three keepers presented have their upside for aquisition. However I would like to express interst in a combination of both ideas if I may. Would it be possible to aquire Karramarsar Darra as well as a young and, as of yet untested, keeper to train behind her? Karramarsar's experience would be invaluable to the club in helping to stabilize and elevate the level of the entire squad while a young keeper would benefit from her tutilage and become a solid keeper in her own right. That way Stonengarten UH would get a solid, reliable keeper to begin with and yet allow Karramarsar to only spend the length of time she wanted away from home in a strange land. It is not our desire to keep a player longer than he/she wishes to stay and a younger player would be more adaptable to the differences in lifestyle than an older one.

(ooc- do the ursine players age at a rate close to human? Dwarves have a bit longer life and therefore a longer sporting career where as elves are nearly immortal by human standards. Just wondering)

[Eastfield Lodge]

Just to let you know, Junipa Athletic have sold Fernandinho to St. Martholomews Wanderers and that Thomas O'Henly has been sold to Salaga.

Foreign players playing in Eastfield Lodge will age at the same rate as everyone else in the Empire/Commonwealth, that is at 2 years per World Cup cycle, regardless of time in your own nation.

Seniors FC are looking for anybody fit enough to play football who is over the age of 70. As long as they're healthy (not deaf or seriously paralysed, minor paralysis and wheelchairs are allowed, but not preferred), and would like to play professional football, then they will be considered. Retired footballers will be preferred.

(OOC: I know, odd request).

Addition to the above, any native players playing in a foreign country will age at 2 years per WC cycle, regardless of the aging rate.

[Toiletdonia]

Just to let you know, Junipa Athletic have sold Fernandinho to St. Martholomews Wanderers and that Thomas O'Henly has been sold to Salaga.

Foreign players playing in Eastfield Lodge will age at the same rate as everyone else in the Empire/Commonwealth, that is at 2 years per World Cup cycle, regardless of time in your own nation.

Seniors FC are looking for anybody fit enough to play football who is over the age of 70. As long as they're healthy (not deaf or seriously paralysed, minor paralysis and wheelchairs are allowed, but not preferred), and would like to play professional football, then they will be considered. Retired footballers will be preferred.

(OOC: I know, odd request).

Addition to the above, any native players playing in a foreign country will age at 2 years per WC cycle, regardless of the aging rate.

Hos Dos is up for sale. He is playing for Peepeeton he will cost you £12,000/P18,000

[Bears Armed]

Hmm... the possibilities. All three keepers presented have their upside for aquisition. However I would like to express interst in a combination of both ideas if I may. Would it be possible to aquire Karramarsar Darra as well as a young and, as of yet untested, keeper to train behind her? Karramarsar's experience would be invaluable to the club in helping to stabilize and elevate the level of the entire squad while a young keeper would benefit from her tutilage and become a solid keeper in her own right. That way Stonengarten UH would get a solid, reliable keeper to begin with and yet allow Karramarsar to only spend the length of time she wanted away from home in a strange land. It is not our desire to keep a player longer than he/she wishes to stay and a younger player would be more adaptable to the differences in lifestyle than an older one.

(ooc- do the ursine players age at a rate close to human? Dwarves have a bit longer life and therefore a longer sporting career where as elves are nearly immortal by human standards. Just wondering)

Okay, I'll sort out a younger player to come to you alongside Darra. Would you prefer one from the 'Mainland' or one from the 'Northlands'? (And would it be okay with your team if they have time off to participate in the next DBC?)
Ursines have a slightly lower life-expectancy than humans, but they retain their full vigour for a greater proportion of their lives than humans do so that players (even strikers) in their later 30s or even their early 40s aren't uncommon and can be worth keeping as 'first team' players.
Are you running on 4 years per World Cup cycle (as Bears Armed does), 2 years, 1 year, or what?

[Eastfield Lodge]

Just to let you know, Junipa Athletic have sold Fernandinho to St. Martholomews Wanderers and that Thomas O'Henly has been sold to Salaga.

Foreign players playing in Eastfield Lodge will age at the same rate as everyone else in the Empire/Commonwealth, that is at 2 years per World Cup cycle, regardless of time in your own nation.

Seniors FC are looking for anybody fit enough to play football who is over the age of 70. As long as they're healthy (not deaf or seriously paralysed, minor paralysis and wheelchairs are allowed, but not preferred), and would like to play professional football, then they will be considered. Retired footballers will be preferred.

(OOC: I know, odd request).

Addition to the above, any native players playing in a foreign country will age at 2 years per WC cycle, regardless of the aging rate.

Hos Dos is up for sale. He is playing for Peepeeton he will cost you £12,000/P18,000

Accepted.

[Kalasion]

The Mantarre Giants bid 4 million US$ for Elga Thuleann.

[Dorian and Sonya]

OOC - dang it. Forgot Laura was logged in

[Andossa Se Mitrin Vega]

Okay, I'll sort out a younger player to come to you alongside Darra. Would you prefer one from the 'Mainland' or one from the 'Northlands'? (And would it be okay with your team if they have time off to participate in the next DBC?)
Ursines have a slightly lower life-expectancy than humans, but they retain their full vigour for a greater proportion of their lives than humans do so that players (even strikers) in their later 30s or even their early 40s aren't uncommon and can be worth keeping as 'first team' players.
Are you running on 4 years per World Cup cycle (as Bears Armed does), 2 years, 1 year, or what?

Lets go with a Northlands player for the younger one. And yes, any players I sign are free to return for domestic or international competition as long as they play the majority of the VFL season. They will be given more time for National side duties in regards to WC related matches. And also yes, I run a 4 year cycle as well. Thanks

[Toiletdonia]

WANTED: Talented players from Leas FC they want 1 prem win.

MONEY: £60,000 P 90,000

[Vephrall]

Clarification regarding the "proof of results" for entry into the IUCC: if your association determines entry via a cup competition rather than a league, just the standard list of results for that cup will be sufficient.

*walks away muttering something about "damn smartasses"*

[Valanora]

Hey Undead, can you switch how you are posting your results? If you want to do it week by week, then may I suggest that you follow in either C&M's footsteps and do a post a few posts (I think he does it until he hits the character limit) or in Han's by creating a seperate thread so as to not clutter the IDSN thread.

[Undeadzombiee]

Hey Undead, can you switch how you are posting your results? If you want to do it week by week, then may I suggest that you follow in either C&M's footsteps and do a post a few posts (I think he does it until he hits the character limit) or in Han's by creating a seperate thread so as to not clutter the IDSN thread.

Sure. Since this is my first season running a domestic league, I won't create a seperate thread, but maybe by around season 10 I will. But I will post only twice a season, the middle and the end.