World Cup 89 - Roleplay Thread

by **Ko-oren** » Tue Sep 28, 2021 12:14 pm

"Four return from Murphtannia amidst human trafficking rumours"

Four young, hopeful Ko-orenites moved to Murphtannia to hone their craft - association football - but have returned distraught, a year later. It turns out not only Ko-orenites, but many players of many nationalities across the Multiverse have tried their luck in the short-lived Murphtannian league. Competition results were released few and far between, and experts say they contain RLStates references and likely do not reflect actual competition results - if results were recorded in a football league at all.

Ko-orenite authorities partially base their judgment on rumours from Tumbra, were players are mum about their time in Murphtannia, though the few details they allegedly did release, indicate a shady side to their residency in the nation. Four Ko-orenite players are still being questioned, as well as supported in their rehabilitation in Ko-orenite society.

Rungothul Rasthosinden (Coventry Town United), Baxter Fabble (AFC Walsall United), Melvin Hamerstroom (Liverpool Town), and Alle van Dalfsen (AFC Newcastle United) returned from Murphtannia some time last week, having secured plane tickets home from an unknown airport - reportedly, their flight was a direct one. In the meantime, the four were helped with their return to society with contracts to various Ko-orenite clubs - Rasthosinden is now a goalkeeper on recently promoted club Amandine AdF, Fabble landed with recently promoted club Limecroft Et Abyss FC, close to their alma mater Greencaster Technical University. Hamerstroom signed with Sterrenwolde FC, and Van Dalfsen is with Fabble on L&A FC, having joined "AFC Newcastle United" right after a short stint in South Newlandia.

Human trafficking has always been a concern for the KFA. Impressionable, young players are misled with riches abroad, and stories of them having their passports taken away and put to work - sometimes as a footballer, but not always - pop up from time to time. The KFA tries to screen every single outgoing transfer with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Murphtannia was given the 'safe' status seeing as other nations that stand close to us have sent dozens of players into the upstart league. Those nations report that their players have also recently returned, thankfully alive, but with little stories to go on as to what they were put through while abroad. "It highlights how seriously we have to take our responsibility to protect our young players," KFA chairman Rodi Gaubert said, "and I regret the events. We should have been better."

The KFA has since reached out to other football associations to join them in screening programmes, pooling their resources to improve detection of faulty leagues and governments.

by **Pasarga** » Tue Sep 28, 2021 12:14 pm

To dream of success and prosperity is a very natural thing for nearly everyone. That hope for good fortune and tidings helps motivate us to keep pushing even when it feels like the entire world is up against you. That drive to keep moving forward even when there are obstacles that come between you and your goal. It is a powerful force and perhaps even part of the human condition or experience. It is the hope that burns bright in the heart of the Wanderers, who have time and time again had to persevere through harrowing or difficult situations to end up at their destination.

For a second straight cycle, despite being the top seed in their group, the Wanderers have been in second place in the group for most of the campaign. There has to be a lot of credit given to the Dragons of Krytenia who have put together a memorable campaign to keep themselves ahead of the side from the dual islands, as both teams were without defeat in the first half of the campaign. Even when the Dragons did drop points, the Wanderers had an unexpected defeat on the road, letting Krytenia be able to maintain that lead at the top. All the Dragons had to do was win out and the group title was going to be theirs and the qualification that came with it.

However, like the Wanderers, the Dragons found themselves on the wrong end of an unexpected result, losing to Damukuni. The Wanderers at the same time had picked up from where they had started and continued to find ways to snag victories, taking the lead at the top of the group from their qualification rivals. It is very reminiscent of the campaign last cycle, when Busiga Islands looked to have beat the Wanderers to the qualification spot but a late surge by the Wanderers and a few upsets let the Wanderers slide through in the end.

Despite taking the top spot of the group, the race to the Finals is far from over with three matches remaining. Both sides have a date with third place and still in the running Adab during the upcoming international weekend, a pair of games they will need six points from if they want a shot of their own late heroics. The Wanderers also have a game against Damukini, the same side who just pulled off the upset of Krytenia. On top of those two quite dangerous fixtures, there is also the matter of the last matchday when Krytenia makes their trip to Torgos. The next fortnight will determine exactly how much is on the line in that titanic final day clash.

by **Saint Eleanor** » Tue Sep 28, 2021 12:57 pm

OOC: Inspired by the recent surge of Critical Race Theory being taught in American schools and some companies - thanks, Chris Rufo.

This RP is actually set after Matchday 5 but before Matchday 6. Neither Miss Longbottom nor her slideshow necessarily represents my views.

Episode IV will not be published until after WCQ89 ends. I have a couple of other "exciting" ideas for MD18 which will undoubtedly turn out to be terrifyingly dull.

The Temple of the Living God
Episode III: Heard It All Before

Some time in the afternoon - Tuesday 7th May 1996

The clock was broken - not like anybody cared, anyway. They'd served in school long enough to know that citizenship lessons always, without exception, began at two and ran for half an hour, even despite the fact that the only action anywhere to be seen was a couple of kids messing ab... oh.

Slide 1

"Good morning, class. Your normal teacher's stubbed his big toe but has provided me his reassurances that all of you are here, barring some catastrophe. And according to this seating plan... yes, you're all here," remarked the fairly unremarkable woman.

"Who is this person, anyway, and why should I care?"

"Miss Longbottom." One student immediately burst out into laughter for about twenty seconds before he was told to stop. It's not like she knew that Patrick was one of the class stragglers, anyway. "I'm just a cover teacher who got handed a lesson plan, don't blame me - thank you."

"What lesson plan?"

"Hmm... this one. Now, if I just load this slideshow... There. Can you all see the board clearly?" She interpreted the silence as affirmative. "Today, we are going to find out about race, sex, and the society of Saint Eleanor. As you can see on the board, we have three learning objectives. First, to learn about racial relations; secondly, to examine the role of the different sexes in society; and finally, to find out more about what patriarchy and white supremacy are. I understand that you're in Year 11, you're fifteen years old, you might not understand some of these words - please ask me about them when the time comes."

"Most of us are still fourteen."

"Yes. That doesn't matter. I'm here to educate you about who you really are."

"Who really decides who we are is ourselves, Miss!"

"I'll get to that in a few slides' time. Yes, there are some things about you that you can't change, but you're mostly free to do whatever you want, I think. I know this sounds like biology but it's not, I'm promising you that much."

∴

Slides 2 and 3

"Okay," she continued after a few seconds, "as you already know, about half a million - just under half a million people live in Saint Eleanor. Now, can anybody tell me how many of those half a million are white people?"

"About 95%? That's about the same as this class, I would have thought."

"Nearly, Robert. The actual figure is about 420,000, which would mean that for every thirty people like this class, twenty-eight would be white - not twenty-nine. And do you know where they come from?"

"Their mummies' bellies!"

"...not funny. Anybody else want to guess?"

"Saint Eleanor."

"There are quite a few countries represented in Saint Eleanor, but Tinhamptonians are far and away the best represented - whether they arrive here from the city themselves or whether they've stayed here for so long that they've naturalised and had children. And no, Sara, Saint Eleanor barely had anybody living there until the Tinhamptonians moved in. That's a well-known fact."

"What have the tincans ever done for us?"

"Matt, that's still not funny. A bunch of people in the early 1970s decided they didn't like the Tinhamptonian colonisers, decided to fight them, won independence, and now here we are. The entire cabinet - which is pretty much an all-star cast from that war - they were descended from the Tinhamptonians that came here, they're all white people, pretty much. As you all know, they're important."

"It says on the board that white people are in very high-paying jobs. Does the government work pay a lot?"

"Yes - especially in terms of pride. Many of the high-ranking military and corporate jobs are also held by white people, which shouldn't really be surprising given just how many of them there are. You'd think the rest are held by non-white people and they are; about 30,000, as you may have guessed. Where do you think they come from?"

"My parents came here from Soche."

"Good, Alkwanta. Any other guesses...? No? Soche is one of the countries, of course, Gladom Newion is another, and some of the most upper-class districts in the capital have a sizable Turkic minority from the Novalk Peninsula too."

"Thanks, Miss."

"Now, onto the next slide and we can see that - of course - the population's split about 50/50 between men and women. Unfortunately, the opportunity isn't. You all know who the vice-presidents are and how many of them are male - almost all of them. You know who the president is, that's General George Mitcham. Now, Mitcham is one of eleven generals in the Eleanorian army, one of four to have fought for independence. There are eleven generals. Can anybody tell me how many of them are women?"

"Zero."

"You aren't being generous enough - two. Two out of eleven, and both of them joined the service after 1980. There are six thousand soldiers. How many do you think are women?"

"Whatever two divided by eleven multiplied by that big number is, Miss."

"Now, let me see, Rosie... almost! It's actually about twenty percent. That's twelve hundred soldiers, mostly patrolling the streets of Saint Eleanor and keeping people safe, who are women."

"Yeah, miss, but the difference between how many lady soldiers there are and how many lady generals there are is almost nothing. Why should I care?"

"I'll tell you why you should care in a couple of minutes. Be patient."

∴

Slide 4

"Now, Alkwanta," inquired Longbottom, "what do your parents do for a living?"

"My dad works for the local car garage and my mummy looks after me and the rest of my brothers and sisters at home."

"Ohhh - so your dad has something in common with Julia Atherton, the infamous Tinhamptonian goalkeeper. Hopefully he doesn't use naughty words half of the time."

"He uses them the other half of the time when he's not working," he responded - once again to near-unanimous amusement.

"And how much does he make?"

"Something like... 40,000?"

"Okay, so the median income for all workers in Saint Eleanor is just over 50,000 dollars last I checked. If anybody here has parents who earn more than 40,000 dollars, please put your hands up." About three-fifths of the class followed suit.

"That... is a lot of people. Really, it backs up the first point I was going to make - that white people overwhelmingly work in better-paid and more satisfying jobs compared to ethnic minorities. Their average wage is a bit over 50,000 and that's why the average wage for everyone is over 50,000. The average wage for minorities, however, is something like 35,000? I think it's about that anyway. Although the gap between men and women isn't really that big - 55,000 versus 45,000 - it is still sizable."

"Women have families to look after and demand part-time work more often?"

"Correct, Will. As it says... here, in the last bit of this slide, most of the women who are members of the national military are in fact reservists."

"That tells us absolutely nothing about what they do with their spare time - nothing more than Will does, anyway. They could be working a second job, for all I know; one of my dad's friends works as an accountant when he's not busy patrolling the streets or whatever."

"Good point, Rosie - again. And can anybody tell me why this is the case?"

"Something."

∴

Slide 5

"That wasn't even an answer, never mind the real answer. What is it, really?"

"They don't want to?"

"Even if they really wanted to... attention, please. Now, as you can see - when Saint Eleanor fought for independence, they fought. They also killed many people and lost many people. These were, as far as we know, white people. Today, when the military police arrest people and use so much force in doing so, more force than teachers can use to break up fights - they're mostly white people. And for centuries, white people have been using meritocracy to push people who don't look like them into the ground. I'm being quick here because we're short on time. Hopefully it's clear that if you are a white person, then you are to blame for almost all of this."

"Who bailed our asses out against Ancherion? White people."

"The national football team isn't powerful. The military is."

"So you're to blame for all of this?"

"You're to blame."

"It's not my fault a bunch of old codgers wanted to shoot each other twenty years ago. My daddy didn't even take part in the shooting."

"He did."

"No, he didn't, Miss."

"He's white, therefore he's to blame for it."

"THAT IS A BARREL OF LIES! YOU COULD HAVE TAUGHT US BETTER THAN THIS!"

"THIS BACKS UP MY POINT! I WANT YOU TO LEAVE THE CLASSROOM AND THINK ABOUT HOW YOU HAVE TRAUMATISED ALL OF THESE OPPRESSED PEOPLE!"

"He didn't traumatise me."

"Does it matter, Lauren? We'll be talking about patriarchy and white supremacy next, as we said we would."

"Yes, but you've grouped those things together. I get they're bad but not everybody's as bad as you make them out to be."

"I was going to make very clear that the more privileged you are - we're talking about whiteness, maleness, all the other nesses - the more likely it is that you are inherently oppressive to the less privileged."

"You said a few minutes ago that we have a few Novalk Peninsula people - I've met a few while walking to and from the parks - and they're definitely richer than the average. Trust me, they come from what's really a free-market paradise, they're pretty smart, nowhere near as impoverished as you pretend they are and to say that they're oppressed by some uneducated white person who can't even find a job is nonsense."

"White people aren't the only people who support white supremacy."

"Quoting from the International Consultancy playbook, are you? I read the news and this is the same old rubbish that the woman was pushing in the meat factory. Did you know that those meat workers earn a lot less than 50,000?"

"Most people are too poor to afford newspapers."

"Then... my God. It's really not worth arguing with your so-called facts."

"It is, Maria. For starters, "white people" didn't "invent work ethic" - it's a basic human trait. It almost never harms people like excessive use of force does either."

"Yes, Robert, but they made it popular."

"So you're admitting that white people didn't invent work ethic. Way to go. I'll see myself out." A few seconds after leaving, he announced that "Kev doesn't want back in" - and then headed off for his next lesson. Maria rolled her eyes and walked out. Lauren quit without saying anything. Matt sat there for a minute or so, and then left. Will and Sara made a beeline for the corridor. Rosie, after asking a few questions of no substance, followed suit. Alkwanta, the class's resident Sochean, added that "I don't think Kevin did anything bad or wrong, he just disagreed with you" - and then exited.

People kept on streaming out until just one, unassuming student - so unassuming that he had believed he was required to remain in class for the full thirty minutes - remained. That student came up to Longbottom after the end of the lesson to see if she could give him the slides through this newly-fangled "email" technology (officially for study purposes). This was the most important decision that she had ever made, even if she didn't know it.

∴

Suffice to say that the offending slideshow was not used when the regular teacher returned from his injury the following day. Miss Longbottom lost her job by the end of the week and that wasn't that.

by **Nyowani Kitara** » Tue Sep 28, 2021 1:04 pm

OOC Note: Guide to Accounts
@NYKWatch: Neutral account, foreign observers of Nywoani Kitara
@KitaraPeoplesFreePress: Pro-KPWC
@NYKPublicNews: Pro-KPWC
@DFLK: Official twii.tur account of the Democratic Front for the Liberation of Kitara, based in DFLK office in Græntfjall
@PeopleForAFreeKitara: NYK emigrants who are long-time opponents of the regime, and supporters of the KFF
@KRF: Kitara Revolutionary Forces, the military of the central government

@NyowaniKitaraWatch WAR UPDATE- With the DFLK having taken control of Karora, certain parts of the City have descended into violence and chaos. The DFLK has announced a 50% increase in the number of troops deployed to the Northern City in order to 'quell the unrest'.

@NYKPublicNews Nyowani Kitara government celebrates repel of DFLK advance in the northwest, as attempted landing from the Tikariot Peninsula to the mainland is defeated. President Nafuna Akongo claims "a glorious victory for the people against the foreign-funded vermin." Most DFLK fighters were taken as prisoners of war. However, former Politburo member, Air Force General Svedsson, was captured and hung for his treason.

@@KitaraPeoplesFreePress The nations of the world are waking up to the horrificness of the rebellious regimes, and are standing against these rebellions. Nephara should be commended as a 'friend of the Kitaran people', and other nations are helping discreetly as well. The KFF and DFLK should surrender- their continuation of this fight will only lead them to the grave. GoFundYourself should also be commended for banning funding for one terrorist outfit, the KFF- now they should ban funding from the other, the DFLK.

@KRF As this country celebrates a victory for our soldiers against the onslaught of the DFLK, our hearts and minds go out to those who are under DFLK occupation. Do not fear- we will not compromise. The guardians of the revolution will free the people soon, and we will be united once more!

Mayor Max Ulf, in Port Viljan

The Mayor had just left a war council. He was a man who hadn't left the City of Port Viljan since the war started. Hopping on a plane simply wasn't the greatest option for the Mayor turned warlord turned revolutionary. The chances of his plane getting shot out of the sky were not miniscule- he knew that Nafuna Akongo's government was certainly not above assasination.

But while Ulf's forces, were performing well on the battlefield, and actually outperforming the KFF mostly in their battle against the KPWC. Karora was a hard fought victory for the DFLK, of course- but holding the city was proving to be a particular challenge. Not that the KPWC had tried to take it back- far from then. But Karora was not exactly a city where the DFLK was popular. And it was the first time in the war where either rebel side had taken a major city where... They were not welcome, in the most simplistic. It came down to the ever-simmering racial tensions in the country- the Osterlander and Nordlander dominated DFLK were seen as outsiders. The city was about 60% ethnic Kitaran, which was a rarity in the north- a majority Kitaran city.

And of course, the DFLK takeover led to unrest. Gang violence in the week since their takeover had risen quite sharply in the northern city. Lots of racially based violence. The videos coming out of the city were downright ugly- it was clear much of the ethnic Kitaran population, at least in this City, did not trust the DFLK. Posters were being put up across the city warning people not to speak with DFLK soldiers. A pair of DFLK soldiers got jumped by six young Kitaran men- only to be met with immediate escalating violence, as DFLK soldiers went into an ethnic Kitaran neighborhood after that incident, looted the house, and set it on fire- leaving 7 to die, including four children.

The question remained the same- how could the DFLK make a dent in this war? They just, effectively, lost their first battle of the war, trying to get a hold on the west coast of the Kitaran mainland. By all accounts, the Government had slowed down Malik Akongo's expansion in the South almost to a halt. He had his people, and his people knew- the introduction of Nepharan troops to the front had drastically changed things in the South. Not that Malik Akongo had actually conceded any territory, but they had been making slow and steady progress towards Dewayo. But Nepharan troops helping KRF soldiers hold the line, well- that was a big deal.

Then, the idea came to him. Was he mad? Maybe. But could it work? Max Ulf surely wouldn't have the support of his war council, at this stage of the war, for such an action. But a letter, sent directly, man to man/ Why not?

The DFLK had enough strength to hold out on their gains, probably indefinitely. Maybe without Karora- at least on the two Peninsulas they ran. Max Ulf sent the coded message south- to Malik Akongo. Would the President's brother even bother to open the letter? But he also knew this was about self-preservation. If Nephara really upped their force enough to defeat Malik Akongo in the South, it was only a matter of time before his own forces would find themselves routed in the North. What would Malik's response be?

by **Cheetahs and reptiles Coalison** » Tue Sep 28, 2021 1:53 pm

The N-City Bumblebee

What if the World Cup Qualifiers were made according to region

The football World Cup is one of the most prestigious and important sporting events in the multiverse,which generates an insanely huge amount of money to its organising body,the World Cup Committee,and the nations who take part in it through the selling of advertising and T.V. rights,and match tickets.Every year,nations bid to have te honour to host the World Cup,and get extra revenue,through the boost in tourism the event brings.But besides any potential improvements and other exigences made by the World Cup Committee,it's not only the osts that have to spend,but the national squads and any possible fan that wants to attend the away matches from his team.
The costs for inter-continental travel are already high,so if one includes the costs of inter-planetary travel,they ~~skyrocket~~spacerocket;often needing foreign companies to do the travel from both places as a third-party.Such practices diminish the footballing experience and makes it harder for supporters to cheer for their teams when away,in close distance.Region-based qualifying groups make sene,in which each region has a shorter travelling distance,but not all regions have a significant number of entries to warant a group for themselves,to which it could be merged with others,as most of them compete under the IAC,or just be joined to other close,nearby regions.And I know what you might think,oh,it's just another Campionato Esportiva,but it's simply not just it,it could be a Campionato with memebers of other regions,or even if only Esporrtivan nations took in,the qualifying would be in round-robin groups,instead of the traditional single round-robin followed by play-offs.
This could lead into problematic groupings,and maybe into (openly known) cases of corruption.The current system allows for an exciting possibility of confronts that would hardly happen,such as Natanians and Nosts x Qasden,or Natanians and Nosts x Mercedini,even South Covello x Taeshan or Cheetahs and reptiles Coalison x Drawkland.Think of how hardly it would be to get one of those without inter-regional-based WCQ groups.
However,this would still cause massive financial losses to people,and frindlies are a thing.Region-based qualifying groups are a good idea,which could prove extremelly beneficial to the World Cup Qualifiers and the World Cup.

by **Vdara** » Tue Sep 28, 2021 2:08 pm

by **Chartistan** » Tue Sep 28, 2021 2:21 pm

THE BILLBOARD GAZETTE

A LONG, LONG SHOT

7 points back with 3 games to go, Chartistan almost certain of elimination

It was, as they say, "Billboard baby". Chartistan played host to a Murderbum team that they couldn't beat on the road and after a 8 goal, 5-3 thriller, Chartistan's extremely slim hopes of qualification were kept alive. Even then, however, the Independent Athletes from Quebec, 2 points behind Starblaydia with 3 games to go, erupted up after the shock loss at Billboard to Doctor Combbrush's national team, and secured their 4th win in 5 matches with a 4-2 victory away from home against Transvolcanic.

Heading into the final 3 games of the qualifying campaign, Chartistan are guaranteed not to qualify automatically as the best team in Group 1, with Starblaydia ahead of them by 9 points allthewhile holding a +32 goal differential and sweeping Chartistan by a combined scoreline of 9-1. With Quebec, 2 points behind, however, there is a slim shot that, if Quebec at the very least lose 2 out of their 3 remaining games and draw 1 of them while Chartistan beats all 3 of their opponents, the Grim Reapers may miss out on the World Cup and Chartistan will have a shot to qualify for the first time in their history in a 2 legged playoff, and if Quebec lose all 3 of their games, it is almost for certain. Judging by the 2 teams final slate of games, however, it is almost guaranteed that Chartistan will have to fly off to Zwangzug and/or Sylestone while Quebec has a shot of once again making the World Cup.

Matchday 16
IA Quebec vs Reçueçn (45)
Chartistan at Rizealand (287)

The Reneegrad, despite being the desolate home of the Grim Reapers, has been no stranger to teams lower than them rocking up and shocking their opposition. Reçueçn, despite being ranked lower, will almost certainly lose to Quebec, thus eliminating Chartistan's hopes of qualification. If Reçueçn does win, however, Chartistan would have to beat Rizealand away from home. 287th in the world and having lost to them 7-3 in the reverse fixture on Matchday 7? Easy win.

Matchday 17
IA Quebec at Murderbum (UR)
Chartistan vs Krbustan (310)

If somehow Quebec lose their first game out of these final 3 and put Chartistan at ease for just one more matchday, Murderbum would be a cakewalk and a half. Would be. If there's anyone who would give IA Quebec manager George Wangolo advice heading into Matchday 17, it would be, ironically, the manager who he is fighting against when it comes to that 2nd place spot - Dr. Lucas Combbrush, Chartistan got to play Murderbum away from home on Matchday 6 to a goalless draw, securing their first point in qualification, their only other 3 points coming in a shock win against Reçueçn at home. When Murderbum are good, Murderbum can shock the world. When they aren't... They lose 7-1 to Starblaydia. It could go either way. And with Chartistan treating Krbustan to some signature Billboard football at Old Town Park, there could be a possibility that this battle goes down to the final day of qualifying...

Matchday 18
IA Quebec vs Starblaydia (6)
Chartistan at Indusse (93)

...And if it comes down to the final day of qualifying, there could be fireworks. You have Quebec hosting (hopefully by then) already-qualified Starblaydia at the Reneegrad, a match that has little to no meaning (again hopefully) to the Starblaydians while Quebec have to keep the foot on the gas to stop Chartistan from ruining their fight back to the World Cup. Not to say that Chartistan are guaranteed of leapfrogging Quebec - Not only do they have to hope Starblaydia play spoiler, but Doctor Lucas, Little Exnash (Still without a club) and Adult Royce (Yes we forgot Yamjune and yes, Royce is still without a club leaving him to bleed internally) have to travel to Indusse to face the Flocking Blues, who beat them 3-2 in Billboard on Matchday 9. If all goes without a hitch after those 2 previous matchdays, with Chartistan beating Indusse away from home and Starblaydia sweeping the Grim Reapers on the final day, Doctor Lucas Combbrush could be 180 minutes away from reaching the World Cup proper.

Or most likely Quebec beats Reçueçn and everyone gets tickets to Sylestone. Football. Football never changes.

by **Cassadaigua** » Tue Sep 28, 2021 2:32 pm

Around the Cassadagan Soccer League,
By Chelsea Dufresne, Concord Heights Times

The transfer window has recently opened up, and with Cassadaigua now a player on the IFCF scene (maybe not one of the top players, but we are a player, nonetheless), it is a time of interest for our fans. Who’s coming? Who’s going? The last transfer window impacted last season in a significant way when Concord Heights City, plagued by inconsistent goalkeeping while having all of the other pieces, went out and made a big splash. They didn’t just acquire anyone, they brought in Larut Theshendan from Ko-oren, a regular on that national team. He’s 34 now, but that did not concern the team. “Goalkeepers have longer careers, on average, than players in other positions,” manager Amanda Bowman said at the beginning of the season, “we didn’t just get our starter for the next ten to fifteen years, but we got a starter for now.” That paid off as Theshendan had a stellar season and Concord Heights City lifted the CSL Trophy.

Expect Concord Heights City to be looking for a younger forward to replace Rachel Schanke in a couple years. There is not a rush to do this, but it will be on Bowman’s agenda, for sure.

Out in Starksville, new team owner Hannah Ranucci is already making strides to get this team to win games. Hannah has continued to thrive since retiring, and as many people know, the former forward is also the owner of the sports bar chain, Shooters. With success in the business world to go along with being a great player, Ranucci has promised that she will be opening up the purse to make Coastal a winning team and then a championship team. This will make this club one to watch during the transfer window as the club has already placed what Ranucci called, “very movable pieces” (I gather that’s a nice way of saying, “dead weight”) on the market. At present, there are five people from Coastal on the transfer market all with very low asking prices. The team will hope to build on their own Ko-oren goalkeeper, Mingarra Welinnia while hoping Claire Fontaine, who is from Savigliane, can also be a leader. “You never know what you might bring in,” Ranucci said, herself having experience with the transfer window going from Cassadaigua to Ceni in the prime of her career, “but you have to pursue it. We’re not going to persuade the elites, but we’ll be looking at others, saying look, we’re changing this up. We want you to be a part of it.”

Look for North Granby to try and continue putting pieces together, too. After a losing year two years ago, they began using the transfer window to try and improve but were unsuccessful at attracting good talent. This led to an even worse season this year. This is a team that could really use a big goalkeeping splash that would almost be as good as what Concord Heights City got with Theshendan. The team tried to acquire Jordyn Bohringer from Concord Heights City, the former starter, but CHC was reluctant to trade Bohringer to anyone saying that they wanted to keep her as the backup. Jordyn has seemed to settle into the role and has not verbally requested to be moved. She is only a couple years younger than Theshendan, too, so it is not as if they want to keep her for that reason.

Also making some news was Brattleboro FC by putting 18-year old forward Chloe Anderson on the market. The young striker played in the recent Di Bradini Cup and obviously has a town of upside. Also helping matters is that she has been able to learn from manager Brittany Byers (moving through the system), and Jenna Frontiera (who starts alongside Rachel Schanke and seen as our next great scorer). That connection has many feel that Anderson is more of a sure thing, and Brattleboro FC simply has no room for her up front. Both starters, Frontiera and Kelsey Whitman (a fringe national team player in her own right) have the spots locked down and management is not willing to move to a 4-3-3. Brattleboro FC could also use a goalkeeping splash like Concord Heights City got and it is speculated that is what they are going to use the money for. They are loaded with money, we know, and a team source said, “We have the money, but still you want to be smart with it. You can’t throw dollars around with a goal. In the case of Chloe, look, she’s a talent, but Frontiera and Whitman can honestly start here for the next eight to ten years. We’re fortunate that they are in the prime of their careers, and Chloe deserves to start. Naturally, we’d rather move her to another league than to a team where we will have to play against her.” Bids have been coming in feverishly, we are told, and that the team is very happy with the amounts of those bids. “It will probably be a pretty quick decision at this point, but not an immediate one. The interest is pretty impressive,” that source said.

Another player on the transfer market is tall midfielder Kristen Owens, the 18-year old from Winchester City. Very few people in Cassadaigua call Winchester a hot spot these days. It’s a large city, and as some may recall, it is a city with an older demographic. With that, there are far more bingo halls than sports bars. (Ranucci actually tried to open up a Shooters location there and had the city’s zoning commission refuse the application). The city has long struggled to sign top players for that reason. Owens was drafted by the team and spent the last season there. A post on twii’tur drew a lot of response when she said, “Winchester sucks. Most boring f**king place ever. I love my teammates, but this city is terrible, I can’t stay here.” The twii drew a mixed bag of responses with many saying that they understand while others condemning the twii. This put manager Kara Shipman in a tough spot, and she was placed on the transfer market. “We can’t have someone on the team who doesn’t want to be here,” Shipman stated, “I like Kristen and this was never something we saw on the practice field. She shows up to practice and cares for her teammates. But you can’t put down the city you play for. Winchester is a unique place and something that if you don’t appreciate, you’re not going to enjoy.”

Cassadagan teams that might be laying low right now in public statements but prepared to make a big bite: Victoriaville City, Rutland FC, Concord Heights Suburban. More people are expected to be entered on the transfer window in the upcoming days.

by **The Licentian Isles** » Tue Sep 28, 2021 2:35 pm

Bongo Johnson 1-0 The Licentian Isles – Murbley Coliseum, Murbley Coliseum, Bongo Johnson

Bongo Johnson Goals – Bongald (57 mins)
Licentian Goals – N/A

The Licentian Isles 1-0 Malta Comino Gozo – Barton Software Arena, Colesham, the Licentian Isles

Licentian Goals – M. Louws (41 mins)
Malta Comino Gozo Goals – N/A

The Kit Hipster

Hello, and welcome to my blog that, apparently, some fuckers will read! I’m grateful for all the support I’ve got for this, and for the strange amount of clicks through that I’ve got on the adverts on the page. It’s now reached a point where I took my girlfriend out to dinner at a nice restaurant near us, and paid for the whole tab with money from the blog! She was quite happy with it, until I mentioned where the money came from…

Anyway, today, I’m going to cover the kits of Farfadillis first, one of the more well-known nations in football across the multiverse. They’re also known as weirdos, so maybe I should expect something strange from these kits?

This is, given what I’ve heard about Farfadillis as a place, surprisingly simple, and I like it. The red and neon green is an interesting combination, but the best bit of the shirt is the diagonal lines across the shirt in that black/dark red colour. It looks unique, and quite smart so there’s no complaints from me here. I even like the shorts, which aren’t usually something I bother with! The lines across the lower part of them are nice, and they look super smart in combination. Very good work overall.

Another simple but effective kit, this time in the neon green. It’s definitely an acquired taste given how bright the colours are, but it does look good. The horizontal lines look classy in a slightly darker green, though I’m not sure there should have been a gap in the middle: it may have looked better with the lines all the way across the shirt. Overall though, it is quite nice.

For a mostly black kit, this looks incredibly nice. I think it mostly comes from the lines that go across the kit. It’s also another example of what I like in goalkeeper kits: to be precise, that’s not going in bright colours just to throw off the opposition. I suppose though that Farfadillis do have that option with the away kit! Overall, these are very smart and simple kits, and given I was expecting something completely wild from Farfadillis, that’s definitely a good thing!

Next, it’s time for us to look at Polkopia, another newer nation that have surprised everyone so far on the pitch. Let’s see how they look on the pitch!

This is a pretty nice kit! It’s quite busy in places, and I’m sure I’m missing some symbolism from, admittedly, not knowing very much about Polkopia, but it certainly looks like they’ve managed to fit a lot into this. I’d say that, given the amount going on on the torso, it might benefit from having a simpler pattern along the shoulders. Maybe it should just match the colours on the main body of the shirt, or the collar, but nonetheless, this is a pretty good kit.

This is the sort of simple but beautiful kit that a hipster like me likes! The pinstripes in black and gold across the shirt are just enough to give this kit a nice look, and the white body makes them stand out pretty well. It also benefits from not having the busy look of the home kit, which is nice, but doesn’t have the simplicity that makes this look so good. I am a fan, that’s for sure!

I’ve also decided that as we go through this process of me reviewing kits, I’m going to give a ranking of my favourite kits that I’ve reviewed so far, but I have decided to expand it to five kits now I’ve reviewed a few more. Here’s the ranking so far!

1. Omerica – Home
2. The Licentian Isles – Away
3. Bollonich – Away
4. Polkopia - Away
5. Chromatika – Away

For some reason, I seem to be taking a lot of away kits here: does that say something about my taste maybe? Let me know what you think!

That’s everything for today! Comment down below what you think about these kits, and maybe suggest some for me to review going forward that you think can beat the current top five. Thanks for reading, and see you soon!

Cyan-and-Gold Squad to face Pascafia in Medunia:
Starting XI – L. Wood; S. Maartens, F. Watson (C), L. Allen, S. Thomson; F. Buchan; C. McMillan, T. Hughes, A. Mazereeuw, W. Tuininga; A. van Oers
Bench – S. Heijnis, H. Shaw, C. Spijker, S. van Duuren, A. McGregor, M. Louws, R. Grant

Cyan-and-Gold Squad to face Darkmania at Gardiner-Stewart Stadium, Abingdon:
Starting XI – C. Fraser (C); C. Spijker, F. Watson, L. Allen, R. Findlay; S. van Duuren; M. Henderson, A. McGregor, T. Hughes, W. Tuininga; T. Weiling
Bench – L. Wood, H. Shaw, S. Thomson, F. Buchan, A. Mazereeuw, M. Louws, R. Grant

by **Flavovespia** » Tue Sep 28, 2021 3:06 pm

Polkopia 2 – 1 Flavovespia

PH: Hello and Welcome to Match 14 of the Qualifiers. Flavovespia have a tricky task ahead of them today, as they take on the surprise stars of qualifying so far, Polkopia. The unranked nation are top of the group, and not far off of making the World Cup in an incredible run of form. But nothing is certain yet in terms of going through from Group 17. Flavovespia themselves know nothing but a win will realistically keep them in the hunt. Of course, it was a win for Polkopia last time these sides met, with nothing going right, what lessons do Flavovespia need to learn?

AH: Keep it cool, and don’t make errors. Flavovespia weren’t a bad side in that game, but were undone by a plethora of careless incidents. And I think tactically today, try to exploit any nerves the hosts might have.

SH: Agreed, this is a great run for Polkopia, all praise to them, but Flavovespia need to figure a way to end that, and turn it against them. And hey, a draw against Baker Park last time, who’s to say Flavovespia can’t get more points against a qualifying challenger?

PH: Thanks you both, kickoff is upon us, back over to Polkopia and our commentary team.

Kickoff: We’re underway here in Marshupov Arena. The hosts are in gold, Flavovespia finally need to change their kit, and they’ve gone for the purple Anaia kit. Will the hosts be the gold stars, or will Flavovespia hit a purple patch?

15 minutes: Early nerves for Polkopia, a loose pass at the back gives Steven Hall the ball just 25 metres out. He goes for a first time shot, but it’s well saved by Vladimir Hužyak. Hall has scored those these qualifiers, so definitely a good save by the Polkopia goalkeeper. No shots on target yet for the hosts, as Aarif Muhammad remains relatively untested.

30 minutes: Yakoby Kosyo has been a handful for the Flavovespian defence today, and his shots on goal have forced some good saves out of Aarif Muhammad. After the early jitters, Polkopia have grown into this game now. They’ve also backed up Flavovespia on the wings, forcing the Flavovespians to try and play through the centre. David Clark had a long-range effort of his own, but it was all rather speculative.

41 minutes: GOAL! The hosts take the lead just before half-time. It’s some good movement in the midfield, biding their time, before a quick pass to Petro Marčuk when the space has opened up. Marčuk is played into the box, and gets his shot up and over the diving Aarif Muhammad and a little under the crossbar. 1-0, and a great time to score.

Half Time: Polkopia 1 – 0 Flavovespia. The momentum swung from the visitors to the hosts, and the score at half time reflects that. Polkopia will be very pleased to now have the lead, and will likely look to preserve it rather than aggressively go for more goals.

51 minutes: GOAL! Well Flavovespia have done what they needed to, and quite quickly. Kieron Player plays Michael Cole in over the top with a pinpoint long ball, and Michael Cole is through the middle. Vladimir Hužyak tries to narrow the angle, but Cole simply puts his laces through the ball, and drills it straight past Hužyak and into the net. The lead lasted just 10 minutes of game time.

60 minutes: The complexion of the game has changed since the equaliser. Polkopia do look a little rattled, and there’s a lot of debate and discussion on the pitch and in the dugout on how to fix it. The crowd are passionately cheering their side on, looking for a winner. Flavovespia are somewhat more relaxed now, and playing some nice football.

75 minutes: Flavovespia came so close to taking the lead a few minutes ago. Steven Hall drives down the wing, and fires a low ball across the face of goal. Scott Coleman is mere centimetres away from getting a foot on the ball as he slides in, and instead the cross rolls through the box and out for a throw-in.

83 minutes: GOAL! And the crowd goes wild here! Polkopia are putting more players forward, and it pays off for them. A cross into the box is blocked once by Tony Gardner, a second ball into the box is punched in the air by Aarif Muhammad, but its third time lucky. Yuri Smyefinov sees the ball drop in front of him, and on the volley swings the boot through it, and into the net. 2-1 to Polkopia, and just minutes left to take 3 very important points.

90 minutes: Nick Cole urges his side on, but Polkopia put 11 behind the ball it seems. No breakthrough yet, it’s Polkopia clearing, Flavovespia firing it quickly back downfield, repeat and repeat. 4 minutes of injury time is more than the home crowd wanted.

Full Time: Polkopia 2 – 1 Flavovespia. A fairly even game, but the hosts took their chances in the end, and grabbed 3 crucial points in their bid to qualify as an unranked nation. For Flavovespia, it’s all but over in their bid to qualify, although the bulk of the damage had been done before this game.

PH: Not the result Flavovespia wanted, but the result Polkopia wanted. Your thoughts?

SH: It’s been a cracking atmosphere here, and I think it did make the difference in the end. Polkopia seemed very well drilled in the nuances of the game, knowing when to attack and defend, and riding out the tougher spells. Flavovespia weren’t bad, but weren’t good enough.

AH: It was always going to be a tough game, and Flavovespia just fell on the wrong side. There’s very little chance now of qualifying for Flavovespia, the aim now is to just try and use the last 4 games to get as many ranking points, and a good run of form.

PH: Thank you both, Flavovespia host Aut-Ves-Nat in Rovers Arena next time, both sides close to, if not already eliminated, so it could be quite a different game. Until then, goodbye!

Flavovespia 4 – 2 Aut-Ves-Nat

PH: Hello and welcome to the 15th game of the Qualifiers for Flavovespia. Flavovespia and Aut-Ves-Nat occupy 7th and 8th as it stands, below what both these sides were aiming for. The visitors have already been eliminated, and Flavovespia need a very unlikely combination of results to still go through. The game today in Loxthorpe feels more like a game of pride, especially as both these sides are based in Anaia. Nevertheless there’s still pride, positions and a possible Cup of Harmony berth to play for. The game will begin shortly, let’s head over to our commentary team.

Kickoff: We’re underway here in Loxthorpe, as hosts Flavovespia kick-off in their yellow and black kit. No real squad rotation yet, Nick Cole still keen to get his strongest side on the pitch, with the mathematical chance of qualification still there.

12 minutes: GOAL! Flavovespia get an early lead in this one. Michael Cole beats the defence through the middle and shoots. The keeper gets a hand to it, but only puts it into the path of Scott Coleman who has a simple goal to score. Flavovespia lead, and give the home crowd something to cheer early on.

15 minutes: Flavovespia are good for their lead so far, with that goal and a lot of positive play. The midfield in particular are working well together, a good harmony developing between Player and Clark, as both seem to know where and what the other will do. Little sign yet the CAFA Cup 1 champions are getting back into this.

30 minutes: Well, if there’s more goals to come then they’re probably coming from the hosts. The defending from Aut-Ves-Nat is a bit all over the place, and Hall and Cole have been gifted chances that were saved with some skill. Aut-Ves-Nat have officially registered a shot on target, but it didn’t trouble Aarif Muhammad.

45 minutes: GOAL! Flavovespia double the lead just before half-time. David Blythe crosses from deep, and the defence don’t track the run of Scott Coleman. He is almost completely unmarked, gets his head to the ball, and turns it into the net. 2-0 on the cusp of the break, a comfortable lead for Flavovespia.

Half time: Flavovespia 2 – 0 Aut-Ves-Nat. A good game and a good lead for Flavovespia so far. They seem comfortably in control of things, and the points difference in the table is showing today. If nothing else Flavovespia will at least want a strong finish.

60 minutes: Aut-Ves-Nat have improved, but a breakthrough still hasn’t come for them yet. Flavovespia a little careless and risky with their passing, Tony Gardner earning the ire of Nick Cole for dithering and nearly setting up a one vs one for the opposition. Just a bit of caution needed at the back for Flavovespia.

64 minutes: GOAL! Well Aut-Ves-Nat become their own worst enemy. A reckless backpass sees their centre back and Michael Cole in a foot race to the ball. The defender gets there first, only to then chip his own keeper in an attempt to clear it out for a corner. The chip dips down and into the goal, a calamity of an own goal to concede. A gift for Flavovespia.

72 minutes: GOAL! A hat trick for Scott Coleman! Substitute Kishan Rees whips in a good cross that is just a bit too quick for Michael Cole. But it also isn’t collected by the goalkeeper, and Scott Coleman shoots in from close range. 4-0 to Flavovespia, and they’re running away with this.

75 minutes: Aut-Ves-Nat have been undone at the back, and now the game is little more than damage control for them. Flavovespia have certainly deserved this win, although the scoreline has been boosted by problems defending for the opponents. Not that the home crowd will complain.

84 minutes: GOAL! Well Aut-Ves-Nat get one back, in somewhat bizarre circumstances. A long range shot cannons off of the hip of their striker, who got in the way of it. However the deflection takes the shot from going towards the right post to the left, and Aarif Muhammad had no chance to get back across goal. He doesn’t look amused at all by that, his clean sheet is gone.

89 minutes: GOAL! Could an almighty comeback be on? Aut-Ves-Nat have a free kick some 30 metres out, it’s whipped into the box and a head on it puts it into the top corner of the goal. A second for their striker, this one he had more knowledge of. A few questions asked amongst the players about who was marking who, it looked like a defensive set piece tactic went wrong.

90 minutes: The last 6 minutes sent what seemed like an easy victory into just a bit of a nervy encounter. Flavovespia look content to just see this out with as much possession as possible, not really looking for any more goal. Aut-Ves-Nat more lively now, a second goal has given them a second wind.

Full Time: Flavovespia 4 – 2 Aut-Ves-Nat. Scott Coleman’s hat-trick a big positive in this game, as Flavovespia do get the win. It was fairly comfortable, aided by defensive woes for their opponents, but Flavovespia themselves weren’t perfect. That’s it here in Loxthorpe, back to you.

PH: Thank you for that. It was a game with a bit of a dead rubber feel to it, even if Flavovespia still remain mathematically able to qualify for the World Cup. Of the 6 goals, it’s hard to imagine many of those making a “Goal of the Qualifiers” compilation. Nevertheless, another win for Nick Cole, and now rumours around that he’s got a good chance of remaining interim manager if Flavovespia go to Cup of Harmony 81. Next up is a trip to Xanneria, where Flavovespia will hope for a smooth landing, and then The Jovannic visit for the final home game, in Seafront Stadium. Goodbye everyone!

by **Kohnhead** » Tue Sep 28, 2021 3:09 pm

Government to prevent teams from participating in the International Transfer Window

For the past few years the transfer window has given Kohnheadian teams a chance to bring in some new and better foreign players as the KFA Premier League continues to grow. Recent Champions Porter City are led by international players like Ayli Galra, Bentley Levy, and Taylor Herrera all of whom have been instrumental in their run to the top. In addition the top teams have been spending more and more over the past few windows to bring in the stars from overseas which has made it even more difficult for the lower teams to do well in the League.

Minister of Sporting Affairs Patrick Nimmols came out with a shockin statement last night in his annual report to the public. "For everyone's questions on why there has been no action from Kohnheadian clubs in the international transfer window, the answer is that they all have been given a one year ban from participating." Nimmols went on to explain that this has been put in place to deal with the lack of financial rules that have been followed and that foreign players have quickly shoved Kohnheadians to the side and that only the best are able to get out and play in other leagues.

Nimmols later said "We want our league to be among the best in the world yes and we don't think that a 1-2 year ban which it is projected to be will change our vision in that regard. However we do hope it will make clubs think twice when spending money and that it should help give Kohnheadian players another chance to shine."

Nimmols also stressed that the domestic window will be open and he hopes clubs will be more ready and willing to spend on that. To counter the lack of foreign players coming in, all domestic players will be barred from moving to a foreign club during the duration of the ban confirming Kohnhead's lack of involvement in the window.

A few people spoke out against it but no players did which I'm sure was a result of penatlies and fines if they were to do so. Overall I think the decision will not effect the league that much although hopefully clubs will be allowed to bring in foreign signings in the next year to two and the ban doesn't stretch into longer than that.

In other news the National Team lost to Brenecia 2-1 but rebounded with a 3-0 win over Geisenfried to keep not only our hopes alive (just three points back with the best GD by far) but the streak of losing to teams ranked higher but beating teams ranked lower. Kohnhead are not the only team to be drawless but they are most likely the only team to have done the incredible feat of beating all teams ranked higher and losing to all teams ranked lower. Group 2 officially became a four nation race with Le Choix being eliminated as Kohnhead prepare for their rematch with Squidroidia.

by **Krytenia** » Tue Sep 28, 2021 3:14 pm

Defeat to Damukuni may have made the road a little less straight, but qualification for the World Cup is still in our hands. Here's how.

Three wins and we win the group.
The Dragons are only two points adrift of Pasarga, and the two meet in Torgos on the final matchday. Even if the Wanderers win their next two, if the Krytenians match them it means that a win for us on the final day will take us back above them and into the World Cup finals. This is the most straightforward way of qualifying.

Seven points will do us, too.
Here's where we get to the dark matter of second place. The top six second-placed sides will also qualify directly to the World Cup, and here is how that table looks right now:

Gp Nation                       Pl    W   D   L    GF   GA   GD   Pts
16 Mercedini                    15   12   2   1    40   21  +19    38
 7 The Holy Empire              15   12   1   2    35   13  +22    37
14 Krytenia                     15   11   3   1    36   13  +23    36
 6 Electrum                     15   11   3   1    34   12  +22    36
12 Twicetagria                  15   10   4   1    34   10  +24    34
 1 Ind. Athletes from Quebec    15   11   1   3    46   25  +21    34
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 5 Valanora                     15   10   3   2    38   17  +21    33
 2 Brenecia                     15   10   3   2    28   13  +15    33
 4 Drawkland                    15   10   3   2    37   25  +12    33
18 Eura                         15   10   2   3    35   15  +20    32
11 Banija                       15   10   2   3    33   19  +14    32
 8 Trolleborg                   15   10   2   3    18    5  +13    32
 3 Vilita                       15   10   2   3    40   33   +7    32
 9 Tumbra                       15   10   1   4    24    8  +16    31
10 Siovanija and Teusland       15    9   4   2    34   23  +11    31
13 Ranoria                      15    9   4   2    22   12  +10    31
17 Jeruselem                    15    9   3   3    33   22  +11    30
15 Ko-oren                      15    9   3   3    20    8  +12    30

Assuming none of the other second-placed teams drop points (which is in itself unlikely, but a worst case scenario), forty-three points assures a top six berth. In other words, Krytenia need two wins and a draw to assure qualification regardless of what happens in their own group.

Four points and the hard way.
A win against West Guam, and a draw with Pasarga, even with a defeat in our next game against Adab, ensures second place. Even if it's not enough for an automatic berth, it will mean a place in the play-offs. The trouble here is who we might play. The likes of Ko-oren, Vilita, and Banija are all teams to be feared; Valanora and Eura are also possible, but less likely considering how many points the relevant teams will have. Of course, we might not even need that much...

Just beat Adab.
The Dragons' next game at the Isserson could be the one to assure at least a playoff berth. A win here, and Krytenia will definitely finish at least second. Even a draw practically confirms it, though a point in either of their last two games will make absolutely sure.

So there you have it. There are still many paths to the World Cup for Krytenia; the best first step, though, is to put Adab out of the picture entirely in Emberton.

by **Sylestone** » Tue Sep 28, 2021 3:20 pm

Part One
Part Two
Part Three
Part Four
Part Five
Part Six
Part Seven
Part Eight

HOW TO TRAIN YOUR SENTIENT

Part Nine

Kirkham, Sylestone

It had been two weeks since President Fridge helped clean Brett up on that fateful Tuesday morning, with Renewables Week well and truly over. Brett had not committed any further “crimes” over the past couple of weeks, a new record of obedience for the young boy. It just shows how much he cares about this upcoming football match in Kirkham, between Sylestone and Lathamford.

The game itself was on Wednesday, tomorrow night. Over the past two weeks, Brett had held himself back from getting up to mischief, staying close to his father at all times and only staying up until ten o’clock before going to bed, and NOT waking his father up at 5:30 am in the morning. It had all been a very difficult learning curve for the young boy, but he’d fought through it. Only one more day remained until he could finally break that leash.

But early the next morning, he nearly fucked it all up. Brett was eating breakfast when his father wandered off to have a shower. Noticing his father’s watch lying on the dining table, Brett fought down the urge to change the time on it - a practical joke that had worked reasonably well in the past. But as time passed, he found himself more and more tempted to change it; with a battle being fought inside his head to decide.

Finally, he gave in and reached over.

But he hadn’t noticed the shower turn off moments earlier, signalling an imminent arrival of his father. So just as he finished changing the dial, the bathroom door opened, as Brett allowed the watch to clatter to the table, a startled expression on his face.

Brett’s father looked at his son, quizzically, before realising what he had done. Checking the time on the oven (Brett had forgotten that there were other ways you could tell the time in the apartment), the older man looked back at his watch and to his son, completely red-faced with the thought of tickets to tonight’s game being flushed down the toilet.

“Nice try, Brett. I figured you wouldn’t be able to help yourself,” said the older man.

“Wiww we stiww get to go to tonight’s game?” Brett asked. This was the only thing that mattered to him at this point in time.

“Of course so. Just be careful, okay? I don’t want to have to sell those tickets tonight.”

Brett’s heart lurched before he realised what his father had actually said, as he visibly relaxed. “So we wiww stiww get to go tonight?”

“Yes, Brett. We will.”

***

Sentient Oval in Kirkham may only be able to hold a capacity of 29,275 living things, but those 29,275 that turned up for Sylestone’s home match against Lathamford, the only side that have been able to beat the Sentients thus far in twelve games of qualifying. Two games against Eura - a stunning win and a 1-1 draw away. One away game against Chromatika - one draw. One home game against Darmen - one 2-0 win. But that away game on matchday three against Lathamford, at the Thousandforks National Arena in the Lathamfordian capital? A 1-0 loss.

These guys certainly had the Sentients’ measure.

The game was an intense one, right from the first whistle. In just the sixth minute, the Drawer came off limping after being challenged by Lathamfordian forward Otto Farrowsteam. Just two minutes later, its replacement, the Dishwasher, was yellow-carded for a poor tackle on the same Lathamfordian forward, making an intriguing start to the game that had the crowd, especially Brett, on the edge of his seat.

In the 25th minute, Farrowsteam made it 1-0 with a lovely, curling kick that completely fooled the Brick Wall and the Sylestonean defence line. Despite the goal being checked for offside, it was ruled valid as the Melayu Archipelago side continued to dominate over the Esportivans, the first side thus far in qualifying to have done so.

But a little after half-time, in the 58th minute, the Sentients came back. They dominated most of the play after the break, but up until that point, had struggled to find an opening in the Lathamfordian defence line. Finally, a mistake from Joseph Ashleigh allowed the Tumble Dryer to break past, into the box, and fire a shot at the bottom-left corner. Terry Glowsnarl had no chance, as Sylestone equalised.

There would be no more goals in the remainder of the game, with the final score being a 1-1 draw. Brett left disappointed, for it was the Sentients’ third draw in a row after away games against Talamia and Eura, but his father was happy. The only side to have beaten their nation had been thwarted at home, posing promising signs to come.

And that would round up Brett’s final day in the city of Kirkham. That night, in his hotel apartment, his father broke the news to him, although he had long felt that that was the plan. Yet, he was still disappointed. Kirkham was a wonderful place, and he was determined to come here again. Someday.

Even if it was only to try to train that Sentient.

Sylestone vs Agresos @ Ground of Dunkirk, Dunkirk

Sylestone (4-1-3-1-1): Table; Nokia - Sofa (Toilet 85’) - Washing Machine - Drawer; Air Conditioner (▮ 37’); Kitchen Sink (Stove 72’ (▮ 82’)) - Bar Stool - Fridge (Spiderwebs 60’); Mixer; AC Vent

Agresos (4-3-3): Heniorus; Oilopus - Hevenus - Phasilios - Protios; Dianes - Enix - Hercus; Meniotos - Evenix - Ordytas (▮ 53’)

SYLESTONE - 3
Mixer 11’
Fridge 35’, 56’

AGRESOS - 1
Enix 77’

Melbergia vs Sylestone @ Unknown

Melbergia: Unknown

Sylestone (4-1-3-1-1): Saucepan; Ironing Board - Toilet - Wok (Sofa 79’) - Drawer; Air Conditioner (Television 64’); Stove - Knife - Fridge; Heater (AC Vent 87’); Tumble Dryer

MELBERGIA - 1
Player 45’

SYLESTONE - 3
Heater 8’, 67’
Ironing Board 84’

Starting Lineup vs Chromatika @ The Trees, Pesfield

Brick Wall; Ironing Board - Toilet - Washing Machine - Dishwasher; Television; Stove - Bar Stool - Spiderwebs; Mixer; Tumble Dryer

Starting Lineup vs Darmen @ Unknown

Brick Wall; Nokia - Sofa - Washing Machine - Drawer; Air Conditioner; Stove - Knife - Fridge; Heater; Tumble Dryer

Schedule

MD1: Sylestone 1-0 Talamia @ Carson Stadium, Cleorough
MD2: Sylestone 1-0 Eura @ Chamberley Institute of Sport, Chamberley
MD3: Lathamford 1-0 Sylestone @ Thousandforks National Arena, Lathamford
MD4: Sylestone 3-0 Srednjaci @ Sunlife Stadium, Halpenley
MD5: Agresos 0-0 Sylestone @ Unknown
MD6: Sylestone 1-0 Melbergia @ The Bay Reserve, Betham
MD7: Chromatika 1-1 Sylestone @ Islander Dome, Myana
MD8: Sylestone 2-0 Darmen @ Avondale International Sports Stadium, Avondale
MD9: Schima Bas 1-2 Sylestone @ Unknown
MD10: Talamia 0-0 Sylestone @ Ebdemar Au'tokra Stadium, Clinepalas
MD11: Eura 1-1 Sylestone @ Bastion National Arena, Bastion
MD12: Sylestone 1-1 Lathamford @ Sentient Oval, Kirkham
MD13: Srednjaci 1-1 Sylestone @ Blue Volcano Stadium, Melarit
MD14: Sylestone 3-1 Agresos @ Ground of Dunkirk, Dunkirk
MD15: Melbergia 1-3 Sylestone @ Unknown
MD16: Sylestone - Chromatika @ The Trees, Pesfield
MD17: Darmen - Sylestone @ Unknown
MD18: Sylestone - Schima Bas @ Fiery Stadium, Dodle

by **Mercedini** » Tue Sep 28, 2021 3:26 pm

89th World Cup Qualification Review
Group 16
@ Zoloroni Sports City Stadium - Zoloroni, Mercedini

Good evening one and all and welcome back to MSD's coverage of the 89th World Cup Qualification Phase. The curtain is beginning to close on qualifying with most of the group's having half or more of their teams confirmed eliminated from proceedings. In Group 16, it's looks like it's a bit of a forgone conclusion with Cassadaigua and Mercedini far and away the best two teams in the group. Following their two latest games, the pair are separated by a single point going into the last three games, with third place a monumental seven points back with nine points left to claim. If Mercedini win or if Geektopia (in 3rd) drop points, they will be eliminated and leave the teams from Pot 1 and Pot 2 in the hunt for the group in. We will dissect all of the permutations with what is left, but for now, let's go over the games and relive the results which has gotten Dini to this point.

World Cup Qualification: One Point Forward, Seven Points Back

It's been a campaign which started off with difficulty, but once Dini got going, there was few who could stop them. This edition, it's going down to the wire between themselves and World #9 Cassadaigua for the top spot, with both on track to secure qualification to the World Cup. In their most recent games, Mercedini ground out a stubborn Tamgu, before filling their boots with goals as they travelled to Natanaians & Nosts. Two good results versus teams that their should beat on paper and through form, but even the most sceptical Mercedinian fan has come on board to the Billic hype train, which is now chugging along on a fourteen match winning streak and could last until the end of qualification if they can make it through these final three games. Mercedini knew that they were also going to benefit from the result in Concord Heights, with group leaders Cassadaigua playing third placed Geektopia. Either Dini would close the gap on the top spot, or Dini would put further distance between themselves and the chasing pack. In the end, it was the best of both worlds with Geektopia holding out for a 2-2 draw. Now it's only Gatchingerrak Union, Geektopia and Beaverriver which stand in the way of Dini and back-to-back appearances at the World Cup. It's liekly that Dini could wrap it all up with a win over Gatchingerrak Union, thanks to their seven point margin and the fact that they are the best second-placed side at the tournament, so they can still auto-qualify with time to spare even if they fail to win the group as a whole.

With Talisky scoring the only goal of the game versus Tamgu in Zoloroni, they headed to Natanians & Nosts for a rather crucial match which would eliminate the home side if they failed to win, so they fielded a full strength squad in a do-or-die 90 minutes. In response, Billic fielded his strongest eleven for the game, in order to notch up some more points and to keep the teams match experience up, since many of Dini's big names were rested in that match versus Tamgu. It was another match to add to the pile where the defending of the Golden Eagles was seriously lacking, but the sheer firepower of Chillotov and Dostalok won through in the end as the striking pair bagged a brace each in a first-half striking masterclass. The match would end 4-2 to Mercedini, eliminating N&N and keeping pressure on Cassadaigua above them. While the two teams will likely be in the draw for the World Cup (and secure that in their next match), there is still KPB points to play for, and the pride of winning the group. For now, all the Golden Eagles can do is prepare for their next match and let us do the math when it comes to qualifying for the World Cup.

*  Group 16                    Pld    W   D   L    GF   GA   GD   Pts 
 1 Cassadaigua                  15   12   3   0    42   22  +20    39
 2 Mercedini                    15   12   2   1    40   21  +19    38
 3 Geektopia                    15    9   4   2    40   25  +15    31
 4 Qasden                       15    9   3   3    18    9   +9    30
 5 Natanians and Nosts          15    6   2   7    45   43   +2    20 E
 6 Gatchingerrak Union          15    6   0   9    19   15   +4    18 E
 7 Freeport                     15    4   2   9    19   36  −17    14 E
 8 Vikanias                     15    3   2  10    14   36  −22    11 E
 9 Tamgu                        15    2   2  11    22   28   −6     8 E
10 Beaverriver                  15    2   0  13    11   35  −24     6 E

Remaining Matches: (w/ matches featuring remaining teams)

Mercedini vs. Gatchingerrak Union - (CAS vs. BEA, VIK vs. GKT, QAS vs. TAM)
Geektopia vs. Mercedini - (CAS vs. QAS)
Mercedini vs. Beaverriver - (QAS vs. NTN, FPT vs. GKT, VIK vs. CAS)

That concludes our coverage of the opening day of action at the qualifying stage of World Cup 89. As we stated before, it's Gatchingerrak Union up next for Mercedini who are already eliminated and sit in 6th with a 6-0-9 record, nice! First and foremost, it will be up to Dini to produce a good result there, but following that, all eyes will be on the matches featuring Qasden and Geektopia, as they will provide the key to unlocking the World Cup puzzle. If both team drop points (regardless of the Mercedinian result), it will be all done and dusted and we will have our top two for the World Cup/Playoffs. If not, then Dini will have to travel to Geektopia and hope they can seal the deal with that one. From now on, Dini have three strikes to secure top two, and it would be a catastrophic collapse if they were to fail at this point. We will be here providing all of the action of those matches and the fallout. We hope to be reporting Dini's successful qualification in a couple of days time, but you just never know with the World Cup. Goodnight!

by **Eshialand** » Tue Sep 28, 2021 3:30 pm

"What do you do..."
Aut-Ves-Nat 0-1 Eshialand
Eshialand 3-1 Xanneria

"...when you have nothing to say? Well, you say something anyway! Hello, I'm Josh Seametzle, back again for ENN Tournament Report because I don't care about my sanity at all!

"So... um... oh right, the Unofficial World Championship! That's still a thing, and it's done some weird things lately. Let me fill you in!

"It started this World Cup Qualifying just as it ended the last World Cup, in Turori. And you know what? Turori kept it for a while. A looong while, until it got lost to TJUN-ia on Matchday 9. From there, the Jags actually made a decent run with it before it fell into the hands of Sargossa on Matchday 14, and from there to Milchama on Matchday 15.

"Now, seeing the name Milchama got me thinking: how long had it been since they took the title? Had the Warriors even had the title before? If so, was this the longest stretch between Unofficial World Championships ever?

"Of these questions, I can answer two. Yes, they had the title before. The next question, of course, is when? Why, they took it from Bettia in the quarterfinals of the AOCAF... XXIII. That was 48 Eshian years ago. Yes, Eshian years. They say our clocks run like molasses, but that's a long time ago even for us. They immediately lost it to Bazalonia in the semifinals, but their impact had been made. And here they are, all these years later, and they have the belt once more. Well, not the same one, Mriin still has that one. Still, a belt is a belt.

"Until I have something else interesting to comment on, this has been Josh Seametzle, signing off."

...

"Okay, I have one more thing to comment on. Coach Morgan was a maniac for benching Jake Harran against Xanneria, but it worked. I will endorse anything crazy as long as it works. Okay, now I'm signing off."

Aut-Ves-Nat - 0
Eshialand - 1 (Meilling 65')

Eshialand - 3 (Carroll 15', 87'; Krupp 39')
Xanneria - 1 (Brower 63')

by **Montana Verde** » Tue Sep 28, 2021 3:45 pm

Ko-región – 1 (1)
Mizuno (32’ pen.)

Montaña Verde – 0 (0)
Dolfo; Roberta (88’ Efraim ), Arquímedes, Jairo (31’), Juderías; Valentinha (65’ Emma ), Primitivo (78’ Sara Ariadna ), Julia Varela, Kristjana (58’); Thiago Montilla, Osito

Montaña Verde – 2 (1)
Dolfo; Roberta (90+4’ Zalladen ), Jairo, Arquímedes, Justin; Edgar; Valentinha (20’) (66’ Julia Varela (69’) (79’)), Primitivo, Emma; Thiago Montilla (66’ Naomí Berrocal ), Verónica Ximena (30’)

Bollonich – 1 (1)
Schmit (37’)

Británicoisea – 0 (0)

Montaña Verde – 0 (0)
Dolfo; Roberta, Arquímedes, Jairo, Justin (79’ Juderías ); Ana-Ximena; Emma (88’), Primitivo, Sara Ariadna (89’ Kristjana ); Naomí Berrocal (65’ Verónica Ximena ), Osito (49’)

Montaña Verde – 5 (2)
Dolfo (83’); Roberta (40’) (34’), Jairo, Arquímedes (90’ Tafalla ), Juderías; Edgar (48’); Sara Ariadna (74’) (76’ Emma ), Primitivo (50’), Julia Varela (55’); Thiago Montilla (87’ Naomí Berrocal ), Verónica Ximena (3’)

Vajlahrys – 1 (0)
(84’)

Ardealondra – 2 (1)
(9’ o.g.), (20’), (53’)

Montaña Verde – 4 (2)
Dolfo; Roberta, Arquímedes, Jairo, Juderías (75’ Justin ); Ana-Ximena; Emma (37’) (72’ Sara Ariadna (80’)), Julia Varela (50’), Kristjana (70’); Thiago Montilla, Osito (56’ Fonseca )

Montaña Verde – 2 (1)
Dolfo; Roberta, Arquímedes, Jairo, Justin; Ana-Ximena; Emma (63’) (64’ Sara Ariadna ), Primitivo (1’) (86’ Edgar ), Kristjana; Thiago Montilla (72’) (74’ Verónica Ximena ), Osito

Toro Castrado – 0 (0)

Is the current strength of the right wing in Montaña Verde an ominous sign for Jazmín Santángel Hurtado? Wait, I’m getting plotlines mixed up. First, the fútbol.

But yeah – right now, the right winger Emma and right-wingback Roberta are on fire. They’ve scored significantly more goals than the forwards, including Osito who in the back half of qualifying has accrued more red cards than goals, raising fears about his performance. Thankfully, there’s not (yet) been sign of the defensive explosions of the first half, with Dolfo seeming to manage the defence better than Mateo and conceding just 5 in 6 games; he should share credit for this with Arquímedes and Jairo, who have been superb.

The Condors have battled through injuries to some key players. Valentinha has been out for weeks with glandular fever – opening the door for Emma to play, which she has stepped through with aplomb. Ana-Ximena’s knee still doesn’t really seem fully fit but she is just slogging through matches on sheer willpower (and cigarettes). Justin has been spotty, his ankle healed but now a back injury playing up. And Verónica Ximena hasn’t been able to take advantage of Osito’s lapses despite showing great form when given a chance owing to a niggling groin pull.

Unfortunately, despite a brilliant run of results, undefeated for five on the bounce with a big upset over Juvencus (who may or may not have been playing a group of “randoms” instead of their first team; it’s unclear, and the Condors didn’t really care so long as they got three points out of it) the poor first half results mean the Condors are all but mathematically eliminated from a chance of World Cup qualification given the tough trio of matches closing out their schedule. They would need to pick at least three points from these matches and, barring an implosion from Ko-oren, one of the more consistent top seeds of recent years, realistically more than that – which even then might not be enough.

Regardless, the Condors will play on with as full a strength a side as possible for the last few games. Tafalla, fit again, may give one of the starting centrebacks a rest and Naomí Berrocal could get a game ahead of the underperforming Osito; Julia Varela has been exciting every time she touches the ball so they’ll try to get her some minutes too.

They will also play these last games – as they have all the games since the half-point break – without the use of the PHORCED-ACRONIM system. The system only works when I can keep up with it and I’ve fallen so far behind it’s become completely pointless. So it is discontinued and I shall be telling the remainder of Jazmín and Jerónimo’s stories in more conventional fashion.

by **Pemecutan** » Tue Sep 28, 2021 4:14 pm

CHAPTER 2.1 || CHAPTER 2.2 || CHAPTER 2.3 || CHAPTER 2.4 || CHAPTER 2.5
CHAPTER 2.6 || CHAPTER 2.7

CHAPTER 2.8

At night in his own house, Pande still thinking about the message that Suwitra give to him. It is a disturbing message. But what's the connection with the burning? Someone is in trouble because the message.

Pande exhale deeply. He can't even sleep.
"It's already late, honey," remind Putri, Pande's wife.
Pande is looking at his wife at a glance before looking at the computer in front of him.
"You go first. I'll go to bed shortly," assured Pande
"Don't sleep too late okay,?" advice Putri.
Pande standing up and walking to the door where Putri is standing there. He then hold his wife dearly.
"I'll finished my job faster. You go to bed first, okay?" says Pande while kissing his wife's forehead.
"Alright. Just don't exhausting yourself. You need rest too," says Putri.
Pande just nodded. He go back to his desk after Putri left the room. He is checking on the papers in front of him
Then he wonders, what have happen might have some connection with it. As Pande become more sleepy, he decide to put the papers in his safety box. He then walk to his bedroom before he lying down next to Putri. He kiss Putri again on her forehead before he going to sleep next to her.

UNFOLDING SECRETS

The hotel where the leaders are staying is preparing their meeting room for the PFA. Pande has decided to move the meeting there after the headquarter building is restricted after the fire incident. Pande arrive at the hotel quite early. He is supervising the preparation together with the hotel manager.

"I'm sorry about this sudden information," says Pande.
"It's okay, Sir. We are prepared for the situation like this," assured the Manager.
"I'm appreciate your professionalism and integrity," praise Pande while looking at the progression.
"We feels honor, Sir," thank the Manager.

PFA have to rent several meeting room of the hotel to accommodate the leaders meeting. Pande is hoping everything goes well.

Agung Darma is walking slowly to the hotel's restaurant. As usual, he is taking breakfast before going to the headquarter. But today, he doesn't need to rush as the meeting will be held in the hotel's meeting room. As he waiting for the elevator, his phone is vibrate. Agung check on it and saw a message pop up from an unknown number. Curious, he open the message while entering the elevator that will bring him down. The leaders are placed at the 10th floor of the hotel. He quick read the message which is an odd message. He then looking at the video attach to the message. He play the video and gasp with what he see. He looks around panicking afraid anyone would see the video. The elevator arrive at the first floor. Agung try to compose himself before walking out of the elevator. He walks cautiously to the restaurant.

"What's the matter? Are you okay? You look pale," ask Arthayasa in a worry tone.
"I'm okay. Nothing's to worry about," say Agung who is still hide his fright.
Arthayasa not quite believe with what his colleague say but he doesn't want to push him further. He accompany Agung to the restaurant and they are having breakfast together.

"Good morning everyone. I'm sorry that we have to move our meeting because of the incident. I hope everything goes well until the end," greet Pande opening their meeting today. "As we have almost finished our meeting, this day we will vote for several issues. First is the GRFA dissolution which unfortunately have to be redo as I don't have permission to take anything out of the headquarter after the incident. Second is the new league system. This will be the first step before the implementation of the new league system. The second step will be the clubs. The third is Youth League. Their composition," explain Pande.

The others are nodded in understanding. Suwitra feel nervous again as the GRFA dissolution vote is being redo. He feels the pressure already. With agreement of the leaders, Gudamang and Karangdewa are walking out of the meeting room as the first agenda is GRFA dissolution vote. Inside, there are Arthayasa, the current GRFA leader; Agung Darma, the leader of Tambangan FA; Suryawan, Ulunusa FA leader; Maladi, Jimbarwana FA leader and Suwitra, Kauripan FA leader. Everyone in the room are casting their vote except Arthayasa as per their agreement before.

"Thank you for your vote. The vote result will be announce tomorrow together with the others voting results. Now we will take a break before heading to the next agenda," say Pande.

All of the leaders then walks out of the room. Agung get to his phone again as it is vibrating. He looks at the number. It is the same unknown number that sent him the video this morning. His face become pale.

"What happen?" Arthayasa ask again as he feels something is wrong with Agung.
"Nothing. Just a prankster," denied Agung.
He walk pass Arthayasa which make the man confuse.

Meanwhile, Pande is still in the meeting room. He take another box and some papers in preparation for the second vote. His secretary is also there to help. A knock then heard from the door.

"I'm sorry to disturbed you but I need to talk with Mr. Pande," ask the man who is wearing firefighter uniform.
"I am Pande. What's the matter?" ask Pande.
"Hhmm. Can we talk privately? It is about the incident at the headquarter," inform the firefighter.
"Of course. We can talk in the next room," say Pande which then take the firefighter to the adjacent room. "What is really happen?" ask Pande during the walk.
"We have found what the cause of the fire," Pande stop his arm from turning the door knob as he hear what's the firefighter say. He look at him questioning before he can compose himself.
Pande then open the door. "Please," he say as he welcome the firefighter into the room.

by **Siovanija and Teusland** » Tue Sep 28, 2021 4:15 pm

Milan-Dimitrov-Square, Borograd, Siovanija

“Fucking Manolev,” cursed Alexander Danek, the leader of the Labour Party. It was just 24 hours until the election, but the Labour Party’s traditional rally in Borograd the eve before the vote was underway. And here, Danek would make his last stand.

He knew that, despite a miracle, he was practically done as Labour leader. The party had tanked in recent weeks, as Ruslan Manolev and the Republicans snapped up the left-wing vote and took many on the centre-left in as well. Labour hadn’t polled this low since 1973. Danek was a dead man walking, politically - all hinged on this last speech.

The turning point had been the debate, where Manolev had landed what the Stelburger Zeitung called a ‘kill-shot’ on the topic of the Nyowani Kitara affair. Since then, Danek had watched his party drop...drop… and drop. He needed a reset - was that even possible, on the final day of the election? Maybe…

“It is clear that the National Democratic Union has gotten itself into a situation that this country should not be in - enabling a right-wing extremist group in another country, in another region. The Labour Party, if elected, will withdraw all public sympathies for the KFF, and align with the true freedom fighters in Nyowani Kitara, the DFLK.”

“Ruslan Manolev and the Republicans would have you believe that we are not ready to stand up for Siovanija & Teusland’s interests. But we pledged to keep the NDU in check, and now here we are, standing up for democracy around the world.”

As the words left Danek’s mouth, he could feel the fact that this wasn’t truly a reset. He knew exactly what would come next, when Ruslan Manolev made his speech later that night….

In front of the Green House, Borograd, Siovanija

Ruslan Manolev had a grin as wide as the River Drai as he watched Danek’s speech. “I almost, almost, feel bad,” he said to an aide.

Stepping out onto the podium, with thousands of Republican Party supporters gathered around, Manolev spoke.

“My friends. Here, some 250 years ago, the fighters of the Siovanijan Revolution gathered together in the night to plot their uprising. They stood for freedom, liberty, democracy and the equality of all mankind. And here we stand again, united for those same goals, which have still not yet been realized.”

“Tonight, we have only two choices. The truth is, with the support of the big media corporations and the financial system, the NDU will win another government. It is difficult to accept, I know, but it is the truth.”

“The choice we have is, who should oppose them? Who should carry the banner for the working class, who should carry on the fight for economic justice in this country?”

“Should we choose a man who has changed his view on the Nyowani Kitara situation yet again this evening, who will say whatever wins him votes? Who will attempt to woo the support of those same banks and media corporations?”

“Or a party that has proven time and time again that we will stand up for the people of this country. A party who supports our own people here at home, and doesn’t get involved in the geopolitical games a region away. A party whose first item on the agenda is to raise our people up, not which foreign dictator to back. A party who carries the Green Banner of the 1808 Revolution, the ideals of Anton Dialikov, Milan Dimitrov and Charlotte Winkler? Or the party who has sold out its roots.”

“The choice, Siovanija & Teusland, is clear. Neither Alex Danek or myself will be the Chancellor tomorrow morning. That much is certain. But only one of us has proven he’s got the willingness to stand up to the establishment, and to lead a new political era.”

“They gathered here 250 years ago, my friends, with hopes of better days ahead. We gather here tonight with the same wish - and the fire they lit then still burns brightly, even on the darkest days. But brighter days are ahead, my friends. Together.”

The rousing cheer of the crowd displayed the energy Manolev felt in that moment. The polls all said the same thing: the NDU would keep the majority, but the Republicans would decimate Labour. He truly believed the new dawn was on the way.

Office of the Chancellor, Borograd, Siovanija

While the other party leaders were making speeches tonight, just a few minutes away - Meier could see the crowds gathering as he looked out the window - Chancellor Dominik Meier was still hard at work.

In his office were Field Marshal Fritz Mauer, a few other members of the General Staff, as well as some of the leading ministers of government - Rudolph Klauberg and Lara Strauss chiefly amongst them. Technically, other than the Chancellor, no-one held a portfolio at the moment. Tomorrow there’d be cabinet posts to appoint, but tonight, the ‘ministers of everything’ gathered to talk.

“So, Mr. Chancellor, let me get this clear,” said Mauer. “You would like us to covertly defeat the KPWC, while keeping Rushmori regional powers happy, keeping Sankt Konrad happy, keeping Banija happy, and not getting too deeply involved.”

The Chancellor grinned, a little. “What, is that too much to ask?

That put a bit of lightness back into the room. Meier stood up, reviewing the map of the regions before speaking.

“Look, we’ve picked a side here. There is 0 chance we’re going to get directly involved, but we have to figure out the best possible way to have our guy win. There’s no option at this point, we’ve backed Banija and we cannot allow them to lose out.”

Mauer nodded. “Of course. So, how do you propose we do that?”

“Is there any way to encourage the KFF to make some sort of deal with the DFLK? Make them fight on two fronts. I honestly don’t see any other way.”

“A relentless two-front war would be very, very hard for the central government to defend, even with their foreign support. But then you have to make the KFF and DFLK come together, which might not even be possible. We don’t know enough about those internal politics to really make a strategy here.”

“No, but Malik Akongo needs one thing. Rudolph, Lara, what is it?”

Minister Klauberg looked up. “Well, his army’s advance has sort of bogged down. They’re really in tough now. Foreign support would be instrumental for him publicly, and put more and more pressure on the government.”

Meier looked back. “You’re right in a way. Pressure is nice - but it doesn’t do anything for him right now, doesn’t keep him alive another week. Lara?”

“Armies need supplies to win battles. They need ammunition, guns, a stockpile of weapons. We’re talking about a rag-tag group of rebels here, up against a central government and foreign support. I don’t know what equipment they have, exactly, but I bet they aren’t KM-G25’s.”

Meier smiled. “Exactly. He needs to supply his army.”

FIeld Marshal Mauer looked back. “Ok, so we send him guns. And then, when a bunch of his guys get caught and they all have our guns, with ‘Made in Teusland’ stamped on them, what say you then?”

“Do you know how many KM-G1932’s Laufer exported during his reign? The exact figure? 3.5 million. To random fascist rebel groups around the world. He didn’t give a damn where they went. We still have a few million of them in the stockpile. We aren’t going to give them the latest models, that’s too much of a risk. But they’re made in Teusland, and you know for sure they’re a good gun. Wars have been won on less.”

Mauer was a bit shocked. “Chancellor, if that’s the path you’d like to take, we will look into it. But I must say, I don’t know how much the public would support this endeavour.”

Meier nodded. “I know. That’s why it only happens if they play nice with the DFLK. The opposition have painted us as nation-builders, and wanting to put a dictator in power for our own gains. So it’s time Malik puts his money where his mouth is, and shows he wants a democratic future for Nyowani Kitara.”

With that, Field Marshal Mauer drafted up the telegram, sent off to the KFF that very night.

To: Malik Akongo, leader of the KFF
From: Field Marshal Fritz Mauer, Chief of the General Staff of the Siovanija & Teusland Defence Force

Greetings Mr. Akongo,

You are surely aware, by now, that the government of Siovanija & Teusland has publicly backed you in the events of the Nyowani Kitara crisis. We believe you are the path forward to a democratic future in Nyowani Kitara.

We understand that this crisis cannot be solved overnight, and will require co-operation and sacrifice from all parties. Together with our allies in Banija, we feel that a new future is possible for Nyowani Kitara, a democratic one.

Because of this, we encourage you to work together with the DFLK for peace in the country. While we understand this may be a difficult decision, it is one that you must make. Only through decisive action will you prevail - and sometimes that means making unlikely friendships.

Proving your commitment to democracy will prove to the world that Malik Akongo and the KFF are the path forward in the country. And for Siovanija & Teusland’s public, it will relieve any doubts about our commitment to supporting you. As a result, there would certainly be calls within the country to support your government with supplies, including food, medical equipment, as well as those tools necessary to fight a war.

Yours in friendship,
FIeld Marshal Mauer

Port of St. Jakob, St. Jakob, Teusland

Kemo Kuyateh walked along the port of St. Jakob, in the early hours of the morning. He moved along slowly, careful to not be seen by anyone who might be looking around. Why would anyone be looking around at 3am, he thought?

Kuyateh would’ve stuck out like a sore thumb, had there been anyone to see it. He was nervous, not completely confident in what he was doing.

“Kemo!” he heard from behind a shipping container. “Get over here!”

Behind the container were 3 of his friends, Juma Diawara, Amadou Baldeg, and Manlafi Dioufi. The 3 had grown up together, almost inseparable. Their families had immigrated from Banija to Siovanija & Teusland before they’d been born, and they’d lived their whole lives in St. Jakob. They went to public school together, high school, played hockey and soccer together.

And when the time came, when they were all 18, they did their national military service all together, too. Juma was the leader of the group, and he’d proved a star in the army - promoted quickly, they offered him to stay on after. But he wanted to go home, work the family business - in the dockyards of St. Jakob.

In fact, all 4 of them now worked together on the docks. It was a way to keep fit, a way to make some money, and a stable way to make a living. But Kemo could sense it, sometimes, in Juma’s eyes: he missed the thrill of being in the army, of being the leader, of everything that came with it. Kemo, honestly, didn’t. He’d hated most of his service, it was only bearable with his friends.

Over the last few weeks, though, he’d noticed a chance in his group. At the Church, lately, most of the talk had been about the plight of Nyowani Kitara. Of the people there, and how they had to suffer under a dictator. Of how now maybe, there was a chance for freedom. He saw it in Juma’s eyes when he asked him his thoughts on the situation.

“I feel like it’s a calling,” Diawara had said.

There had been whispers within the community the last few weeks - that if you could get a boat early in the morning back to Banija, you could find travel to Rushmore and join whatever group of your liking. Every Sunday, there was the same conversation - “Oh, where is Demba this week?” “We aren’t sure.”

Kemo had turned down the idea of going over first. He’d fought with Juma, arguing that they had built good lives here. Why take the risk? But the sense of adventure had long before won Juma over, and he was taking Amadou and Manlafi with him. And so, on that night, Kemo decided to brave it out too. They would head to Nyowani Kitara.

Right before the boat departed from St. Jakob, the man on the side beckoned to the shipping container. The four young men made a made dash for the boat, leaping aboard and safely into a container that had been ‘accidentally left open.’

“Good luck boys,” said the man.

Now, there was only darkness. The four couldn’t find much sleep, thinking only of what lay ahead. Busukuma was next - and Nyowani Kitara after that.

by **Ethane** » Tue Sep 28, 2021 4:38 pm

Clinching Qualification.

We're coming towards the end of the qualification campaign for World Cup 89, with Ethane looking one of the favourites to qualify first out of all teams in the campaign. That's a good record! It's been a long campaign, with teams slogging it out across 15 matches so far. But who's going to qualify? Who will fall just short and end up in the playoffs? And who is going home disappointed. With only 3 games left to go, it's going to be a thriller in multiple groups; we'll be showing you the best games to watch.

Group 1

Starblaydia leads by two points. Quebec is sitting just behind them, ready to pounce at the first sign of weakness. And staying close over the next couple of matches could be crucial. Why? Because the final fixture of this group sees Starblaydia face up against Quebec. What a way to finish the group. Out of all the matches to watch on the final day of qualifiers, this is probably the one I'd recommend. It could in the end be unimportant, but that requires a little bit of luck - whoever finishes in second in group 1 is flirting on the edge of being one of the best second-placed teams which automatically qualify. The rest of the teams in this group may not statistically be out though, but realistically it's Starblaydia vs Quebec. I predict Starblaydia will edge first, but Quebec will automatically qualify in 2nd place.

Game to Watch: Independent Athletes from Quebec vs Starblaydia.

Group 2

This one is close. There are 4 teams that can still qualify to the World Cup - the other 6 have already been dropped from qualification chances. And all the teams have tough routes to qualification, with a 'big' game each left to play. HUElavia has perhaps the most challenging route to qualification. While they're only 1 point behind 1st, they have to face the hardened Brenecian team in fixture 16, an opponent that would concern any team. It's not easy sailing for Kohnhead though, home against Squidroidia on match day 17. That could be a massive game - keeping Kohnhead's chances alive versus Squidroidia practically guaranteeing qualification? Brenecia will lock this up if they win against HUElavia, and Squidroidia will come in 2nd. If Brenecia lose, then I predict it'll be Squidroidia in first and HUElavia in 2nd.

Games to Watch: Brenecia vs HUElavia (MD16); Kohnhead vs Squidroidia (MD17).

Group 3

Mertagne has a difficult route to qualification or even the playoffs with games against Barunia, Fluvannia, and Kandorith still to come. That game against Kandorith will of course be extremely crucial on match day 17. That could, if Vilita struggles against their opponents, give Mertagne the opportunity to reel in second and first place. But that's also the chance for Kandorith to stamp their mark on this group and lock up first. It looks like this group is pretty settled though. I predict Kandorith will finish first, and Vilita will find themselves in the playoffs. But if Kandorith do drop points, all eyes turn to the final fixture: Kandorith vs Vilita.

Game to Watch: Mertagne vs Kandorith (MD17); Kandorith vs Vilita (MD18)

Group 4:

This is a tight group, one that has seen the offensive machine of Farfadillis somewhat stunted with 5 draws, still running better than their opposition. Garbelia is too far behind to have a chance of making the playoffs, even if the statistics still say there is hope (there isn't). Atheara do have a challenge to overcome to make it into second against a team from Drawkland that has been stalling a little. Atheara travel to Drawkland for the 16th match day of these qualifiers - an upset win for Atheara would likely see them make the playoffs above Drawkland. I predict Farfadillis to win this group, with Atheara to make the playoffs in 2nd.

Game to Watch: Drawkland vs Atheara (MD16).

Group 5:

Vdara look set. They've been in astonishing form, so much so that they're beating out Valanora to top spot in the group. You'd argue this is a group from which 3 teams deserve to make it, but unfortunately only 2 will. And I believe those two are set. It's unlikely that Yuezhou is breaching that 5 point gap to Valanora in 2nd. However, with Vdara having to travel to Yuezhou for match day 16, they could potentially lose first with a slip up. There's a decent chance second here can squeeze themselves into the automatic qualification spots though. I predict Valanora to win the group, with Vdara qualifying in second.

Game to Watch: Yuezhou vs Vdara (MD16)

Group 6:

Group leaders Audioslavia play against second-placed Electrum in what could be a group defining game, though will likely only be for pride. Audioslavia have only dropped points in 2 games so far, and look set to finish the same way. Electrum will need to hope for a victory in their game against group leaders, and for Audioslavia to also drop points elsewhere - then it would turn to tiebreakers. In summary, Audioslavia has probably won this group, and Electrum has almost definitely come in second. If you're looking for an exciting game that means something in terms of qualifying, this isn't the place to be. But in terms of pride, two big names facing off against each other. Well, look no further. Audioslavia vs Electrum will be an exciting match for pride. And it doesn't really matter who finishes second here, because they'll be one of the best second-placed teams and automatically qualify anyway.

Game to Watch: Audioslavia vs Electrum (MD16)

Group 7:

This group has a clear split between the top 2 and the rest. So much so that Saltstead in third is the only team not mathmatically eliminated from making the playoffs by finishing second. But let's be honest, with a 9 point deficit and 9 points up for grabs, that won't happen. Instead, eyes turn to the top of the table, where Graintfjall has already secured a playoff spot, and should be able to win the group.

Group 8:
Ethane have won the group, no debate. But who's coming second? There's two massive games that will decide who makes the playoffs - Trolleborg or Savigliane. And the first game comes on match day 16. Trolleborg visit Savigliane. How much will home advantage play into Savigliane's hands? They really need it, because they find themselves 4 points behind and if they don't win this game, it's practically over. But even that will not be enough. If, if Savigliane win against Trolleborg, it comes down to the final match of the campaign. Trolleborg visit Ethane. Remember, the Red Kites have only dropped points in 2 games, have not lost a game yet, and have only conceded 4 goals. That means Trolleborg would have to pull off something spectacular. But that would give both teams a chance. Trolleborg, if they lose against Savigliane, have a tough task on their hands. I predict Ethane to win the group, and Savigliane to make the playoffs in second.

Group 9:

Nephara have won this group. Not sure there is much of a debate there. But the real fight is over second. There are 4 teams in with a shot - Tumbra, Squornshelan Remnant States, Huayramarca, and Eraman. And this group has an exciting set of fixtures to end it off - something to tune into every game day. And I feel sorry for Tumbra. They may be in second, but they have the worst run in of the lot. Match day 16 vs Eraman. Match day 17 vs Huayramarca. They're literally breathing down Tumbra's necks. Can they keep it together under pressure? Squornshelan Remnant States are the only team still to face group leaders Nephara in this half, who look set to win the group. Good luck. I predict Nephara to win the group, and Tumbra to make the playoffs in second.

Games to Watch: Eraman vs Tumbra (MD16); Tumbra vs Huayramarca (MD17); Squornshelan Remnant States vs Nephara (MD18)

Group 10:

This group may seem quite close, but I think it's actually quite settled. The top teams have quite an easy run in for the end of qualifying, or at least not one that could really threaten their position. The only real big game sees The Sarian play Mytanija in match day 16, but that's not going to make a big difference to the group. Unless a team slips up against weaker opposition, it stays as is. Mytanija to win the group, Siovanija and Teusland to make the playoffs in 2nd.

Game to Watch: The Sarian vs Mytanija (MD16)

Group 11:

Banija. They've struggled. But they've fought their way back to a playoff spot. With 3 games to go though, they've got Pemecutan to play. Pemecutan has put in a marvellous performance to be 4 points ahead at this stage. And they only have 1 real tough game to navigate. They visit Banija for their 17th fixture of qualifying. Fortunately for them, they now have their chances in their hands - don't drop points against other opponents and the result against Banija doesn't matter. Will the heavyweights make the playoffs? I predict Pemecutan in 1st and Banija in 2nd.

Game to Watch: Banija vs Pemecutan (MD17)

Group 12:

This is the sort of group that you look at the table and thing it's over. Then you look at the remaining fixtures and think, well maybe not. The big game really comes immediately. Kelssek visits Twicetagria. If any game holds Twicetagria's qualification chances, it is this one. If they win this one, I reckon they make the playoffs at least. Why would they not win the group? Well, Twicetagria play against every other team in the top four in their final 3 games. Of all the run ins, that's painful. That's why the 5 point gap back to The Licentian Isles isn't unbreachable. And to add some extra excitement to it, The Licentian Isles visit Twicetagria for the final game of their qualification campaign. That's going to be a zinger! I predict Kelssek to win the group, and Twicetagria to come in second (they have only lost 1 game, bear that in mind!).

Games to Watch: Twicetagria vs Kelssek (MD16); Astograth vs Twicetagria (MD17); Twicetagria vs The Licentian Isles (MD18)

Group 13:

This is close from 1st to 4th. And it's 2nd-in-the-world Turori who looks most in danger, but also the team that could pull it off. Turori still are yet to play Ranoria (16) and TJUN-ia (18) to round off their campaign. They have the grit and determination to win these games and the group, but any mistake and one of those three teams will pounce. Because Sargossa doesn't have to face any of the top three teams, they could be in the best position to win this group. However, I predict Turori to win the group and Sargossa to make the playoffs in 2nd.

Games to Watch: Turori vs Ranoria (MD16); Turori vs TJUN-ia (MD18)

Group 14:

Krytenia play Pasarga on the final matchday of the campaign. This is the game to watch. That is where this group will be decided. But there is a chance for Krytenia elsewhere to make up those points, and that is in the name of Adab. Adab looks to be in a position where they could fight for second, but that's not really the case. They have tough games ahead - they play Krytenia (16) and Pasarga (17). The hope for Krytenia is that Adab beats Pasarga but loses to them, giving them top spot. But let's be honest, that's unlikely to happen. I predict Pasarga to win the group, and Krytenia to automatically qualify in 2nd.

Games to Watch: Krytenia vs Adab (MD16); Adab vs Pasarga (MD17); Krytenia vs Pasarga (MD18)

Group 15:

A tight group with a tonne of significant games yet to be played. Especially key for Ko-oren is the fact that Omerica has tough games only to finish the campaign. Omerica play Montaña Verde (16) and Bollonich (18). But crucial for Ko-oren is the fact that Omerica visits Ko-oren on match day 17, giving Ko-oren a chance to bridge that gap. Ko-oren's hopes of winning the group are far from over. They still have a tough game outside of the fixture against Omerica to come as well, playing Oberour Ar Moro for the final game. They can't just look ahead of them but have to look worringly behind as well. Montaña Verde have a tough run-in as well, but look just in reach of being able to steal second place unlike Bollonich and Oberour Ar Moro. They play Omerica (16) and Oberour Ar Moro (17) to finish off the campaign. It's a tough fight to the end, and could easily swing either way. I predict Ko-oren to win the group, and Omerica to come in 2nd.

Games to Watch: Omerica vs Montaña Verde (MD16), Ko-oren vs Omerica (MD17); Montaña Verde vs Oberour Ar Moro (MD17); Oberour Ar Moro vs Ko-oren (MD18); Omerica vs Bollonich (MD18)

Group 16:

Let's be honest here, the top 2 spots are confirmed. Statistically, Geektopia and Qasden are within reach but realistically, they're not. What they can do is act as spoilers for what should be an exciting fight for the top spot. Mercedini has the point deficit going into the final 3 games. They only have to beat Geektopia (17). Cassadaigua have to play Qasden (17) on their route to qualification. Cassadaigua do have the group win in their hands, and it's likely they'll keep it with their record so far, but they could drop points. I predict Cassadaigua to win the group and Mercedini to come second, but automatically qualify anyway.

Games to Watch: Cassadaigua vs Qasden (MD17): Geektopia vs Mercedini (MD17)

Group 17:

There's apparently 7 teams still in it. That's got to be a record? At least for second place anyway - there's 5 teams still in the fight to win the group. Statistically. Realistically, it's down to 3. Sajnur has a 6 point deficit to 2nd, and with only 9 points up for grabs that seems rather unlikely. So who makes it: the unranked Polkopia, Jeruselem, or the Commonwealth of Baker Park? It's one of the most competitive groups, but I think Polkopia will narrowly win this group. Second seems to be a more interesting affair, particularly because the Commonwealth of Baker Park plays Jeruselem on the final match day. That could decide who makes the playoffs.

Game to Watch: Commonwealth of Baker Park vs Jeruselem (MD18)

Group 18:

Chromatika. Can they hold their nerve? They need to, with the run in they have. They may lead now, but the pressure is really on. Match day 16: they visit Sylestone. If Sylestone win this game, they will probably make the playoffs. If they lose this game, they're almost definitely out. If they tie there's still a chance, but they need to win really. Match day 17: Chromatika play Eura. This is a fight for the top spot, whoever wins this avoids the playoffs and qualifies automatically. Match day 18: Chromatika visit Lathamford who have outperformed their station massively. Could they cause another upset? Win this, and Sylestone still could have a chance at qualifying. I predict Eura to win the group, and Sylestone to make the playoffs (but this is a really tough call).

Games to Watch: Sylestone vs Chromatika (MD16); Chromatika vs Eura (MD17); Lathamford vs Chromatika (MD18)

Qualification Predictions:
Group 1: Starblaydia - Quebec (automatic qualification).
Group 2: Brenecia - Squidroidia.
Group 3: Kandorith - Vilita.
Group 4: Farfadillis - Atheara.
Group 5: Valanora - Vdara (automatic qualification).
Group 6: Audioslavia - Electrum (automatic qualification).
Group 7: Graintfjall - The Holy Empire (automatic qualification).
Group 8: Ethane - Savigliane
Group 9: Nephara - Tumbra
Group 10: Mytanija - Siovanija and Teusland
Group 11: Pemecutan - Banija
Group 12: Kelssek - Twicetagria
Group 13: Turori - Sargossa
Group 14: Pasarga - Krytenia (automatic qualification)
Group 15: Ko-oren - Omerica
Group 16: Cassadaigua - Mercedini (automatic qualification)
Group 17: Polkopia - Commonwealth of Baker Park
Group 18: Eura - Sylestone

by **Schima Bas** » Tue Sep 28, 2021 5:03 pm

Match Reports
Schima Bas v. Melbergia, Basian Blac Sporting Field
7-3, Schima Bas

‘13 Casildo Hana
‘15 Sus
‘33 Sus
‘39 Jericho Sultana
‘41 Bisma Shehadeh
‘52 Mestithemi
‘59 Hideki Nazar
‘60 Jericho Sultana
‘72 Casildo Hana
‘80 Akili Granada

Schima Bas @ Chromatika, United Center, Urrheddiao, Urrhed Island
1-0, Chromatika

'58 - Mora

by **Kandorith** » Tue Sep 28, 2021 5:07 pm

Shinonome Kyoai - International

Dragons looking on track as group winners.

Kandorith narrowly winning against Arjunnagar and drawing Barunia might be a blessing in disguise.
By Natsumi Miyasaki
Sports

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*  Group 3                            Pld    W   D   L    GF   GA   GD   Pts 
 1 Kandorith                           15   11   4   0    47   25  +22    37
 2 Vilita                              15   10   2   3    40   33   +7    32
 3 Mertagne                            15    8   4   3    39   27  +12    28
 4 Savojarna                           15    8   2   5    28   20   +8    26 Y
 5 Barunia                             15    7   4   4    35   25  +10    25 Y
 6 Nyowani Kitara                      15    7   3   5    32   26   +6    24 Y
 7 Cabo Azure                          15    3   5   7    28   28    0    14 E
 8 Fluvannia                           15    2   4   9    20   31  −11    10 E
 9 Devonta                             15    3   0  12    20   45  −25     9 E
10 Arjunnagar                          15    1   2  12    20   49  −29     5 E

There seems to be no end in the streak the Kandorese are enjoying right now as there still has not been a single defeat for the Dragons during these qualifiers. Along with not conceding a single defeat another record has been established now. Never before did Kandorith score over forty goals in a qualification campaign and seemingly the forward lines of the team still do not think they have scored enough. Currently the Kandorese are doing an excellent job on their road to the World Cup and as it stands now will qualify directly for the final tournament. Just as the Kandorese team was able to defeat Arjunnagar with two to three without the major starting eleven to keep them rested, a draw against Barunia with a three to three was no disaster either as Kaya Michiyu seems to be resting the best players for the last upcoming games where the Kandorese will face Savojarna, Mertagne and Vilita. Kandorith will have to be at their very best to stay on top of the group but one small easy off scenario does exist - if Kandorith wins two games in a row it will be enough to be the group winners as it would leave the minimal difference between Vilita and Kandorith at five points.

The win over Arjunnagar and the following draw has put Kandorith in an excellent position with an amazing thirty-seven points. Those who were also keeping an eye on the games of the number two and three of the group had a few cheers too as Mertagne lost against Devonta before winning against Cabo Azure. The real cheers came as Vilita drew against Nyowani Kitara, then later win against Devonta, this would mean that Vilita is being held of with a five point difference and this could be crucial. Vilita has been on an amazing retaking of their position as they have gone undefeated in nearly every game now to put themselves ahead of Mertagne by four points.

Hyper focused Kandorese.

The latest performance of the Kandorese is a media sensation in the Empire as the coverage is absolutely everywhere. During match days there's even large showings on the popular Tenkyo Square which is closed to traffic starting an hour before kick-off. The major change in the Kandorese national team is the assignment of Kaya Michiyu who seems to be leading the team to a flowing game plan which has never been seen in the Kandorese football as of yet. Unlike previous tournaments the team is more attacking in a much higher tempo and endless creativity when it comes to the positioning of the squad. Even when behind the Kandorese seem to bounce back every time and then excel at keeping a draw intact which in previous years was something deemed impossible. After multiple failed qualification campaigns the Kandorese football team seemed rusty and falling apart after they went from disappointment to more disappointment and bad luck.

A revival of the team seemed unlikely but during the first matches of the qualifiers the Kandorese team played very different than the fans were used to. The flowing attacking play, which is the vision of Michiyu, seemed to show a very solid and stable Kandorese team on the field. The fans however, were not convinced yet after the first three matches - the follow up was more magical as the Dragons would win games with relative ease and hold draws in an excellent defense to step up against any attack on the Kandorese side. After going five games without a single defeat; the fans were starting to believe in the new style Michiyu brought to the team.

Currently Kandorith has not been defeated even once and has drawn only four times and with those statistics Michiyu's Kandorith has entered the record books of the Kandorese sports. The next three games will most likely be more of the same from the Michiyu camp as during the training the team was once again focussing on their flowing and creative playstyle again. Although, we do believe Michiyu has a surprise ready for both Savojarna and Mertagne to try and gain an advantage. Michiyu wants to win the upcoming two games to secure the qualification for sure and to improve the previous meetings as Savojarna ended in a goalless draw and according to the manager the Kandorese should have done better in the four to one win against Mertagne. Throughout the entire tournament the Dragons have been improving and getting into their game in a very efficient matter and they are looking forward to ending the qualification campaign with zero defeat on the group table.

Shinji Asato moved to safehouse.

Tenkyo special forces believe there's reasons to fear an assassination.
By Hikaru Yamashiro
Politics

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Early morning on Monday the beloved CDP leader and campaigned Shinji Asato was moved from his home and family by heavy armoured cars with police escort. Starting Sunday police has assessed his security situation and has found there were reasons to believe an attempt on Asato's life would be made just before or after the elections. Currently Asato remains under police protection in a secret location to protect his life and protect his family from the threat. After this event police patrols and personnel were increased and mobilized all around Tenkyo and the roads leading into the capital. The press office of the Tenkyo Police has ensured that there is no direct threat to public safety but the precautions have to be taken over the now very heated looming elections. The police has also ensured that there would be preventive measures in place too, like random searches, within and around Tenkyo.

Shinji Asato is one of the most beloved politicians at the moment as he connects to the people who are not just the elite and corporates. Vowing to fight poverty and create more equality across Kandorith has made him one of the most talked about politicians in the last fifty years - this has also gained him a few enemies, especially after talking about more corporate taxes to fund anti-poverty programs. The CDP leader was formerly the Governor of Ginza and from there he moved into national politics under the CDP. Asato is the main obstacle for the current outgoing Kenji Tagawa of the LDP, who has been losing in the polls rapidly as more corruption cases have been opened against his parliament.

Currently Asato leads in the polls with about five percent and is looking to extend his lead as a critical report will come out tomorrow on the Minister of Economics under Tagawa. Asato has been harsh against the multiple corporations in Kandorith, who he accuses of corrupting national politics, and has been vowing to fight against their "poisonous reach" in the politics. One of the companies he has set his sights on is his former employer, the Hiyashi Corporation. Asato said to have proof of Hiyashi's involvement in influencing or even hacking the previous general elections and the Tenkyo elections. His words were not met with kindness by the Hiyashi Corporation and they in turn lashed out back against Asato and called him a puppet of their rivals of Ronin Assemblies.

It is currently unknown from which angle the threat towards Asato comes or who are involved in it, but police has deemed the threat serious enough to move him to a high security safehouse. It is not known if the threat came from the Hiyashi Corporation or if any other corporations are involved. The current guess, when it comes to gossip, the situation around Asato has to do with certain groups involved in anarchist terror groups. The police has not yet replied on any of the questions if this was another case of domestic terrorism because if so; it will bring back memories of five years ago as the Hiyashi Corporation headquarters was the target of a deadly terrorist attack.

The current information is there is no threat to the direct public and it might be a heated rivalry or indeed an empty threat but we will keep the public updated on this story as it develops. Currently the elections are still on track to be held next week as CDP currently leads the polls followed by the LDP, Green Party and the Wareito seems to become either the third or even the second party at this rate. The polls have been constantly shifting and the election is heating up as the campaigns are becoming more direct and aimed at indeed winning the election. Might the LDP win the elections in a surprise sweet; creating a coalition might become a very large obstacle as only the Greens seem willing to govern together with them and the other coalition partner, the Party of Hope, is all but decimated in the polls. For the Kandorese this might become the historical election they have been waiting for as it would be the first time since the reinstatement of democratic elections where the LDP might not play a role in the forming of the government.

by **Ottoman Syldavia** » Tue Sep 28, 2021 5:14 pm

"We'll be back"
For better or for worse, no doubt that Ottoman Syldavia showed improvement in it's second World Cup. Unfortunately, the team was eliminated from the World Cup in the group stages, placing sixth in the 9th group.

When asked about the heartbreaking ending, Tyton answered,"I think we're all remembering something Coach told us: It's ok to look at the negatives and work on them, but I think you gotta look at the positives. We beat a lot of good team, we gave some teams a run for their money: GOOD teams..."

Coach De Gaal agreed with Tyton's statements. "That's what I've been telling these boys since the beginning," said De Gaal," I'm a big fan of that Ted Lasso show, and I use that show's advice to motivate my boys."

Kubos also had some words. "I've been saying this," said Kubos,"But I think De Gaal's biggest strength is not his offense, but his motivation. We could lose all the games in the world, and the players would root for De Gaal. He's a great coach and we all joke that he should be a motivational speaker."

So yes, Ottoman Syldavia may have been eliminated, but for once, Ottoman Syldavia seemed united and they endorsed their coach. It didn't seem forced, but it felt like they genuinely liked their coach(in a friendly way). So don't fret, OS fans, I have full trust in this team and that we're gonna be good one day. Even Kubos, the young Messi, agrees.

Chancellor Steinmeier issues writ of election

CFU Party Leader and Chancellor Christian Steinmeier has issued writs of elections, which President Wilheim has said he will approve. The writs will set the election for November 3rd, hopefully allowing the CFU to gain enough seats for a supermajority.

In the last election, the CFU went from minority to majority, but it failed to gain enough seats for a supermajority. The CFU, however, was saved by their coalition with the NPF, which has existed since the beginning of both parties. Meanwhile, the first ruling party, the Liberty Syldavia Party hopes to regain their once strong majority, which has since been increased to opposition status, much like the INC of India.

by **Vilita** » Tue Sep 28, 2021 5:20 pm

♫ Recycle Time... Back again... Nikkii's Back... Back again... ♫

First things first. I'm Alive!

Yup. Maybe you saw me on the news, maybe you didn't. Probably you didn't because really things were handled pretty well from start to finish. It certainly was a little scary to hear about the hotel bombing... then to actually drive right past the location where it happened. But I can assure you that was about the most hair-raising part of the trip.

The hotel we were staying at was thankfully free of blast damage, felt relatively safe and once I was inside the room it wasn't hard to kind of forget about what was going on elsewhere in the country and focus on getting a little rest before the game. When we were outside the hotel there were clear signs of the unrest... literally signs, but that was largely the extent of it deep in the capital at least that we could tell. I could probably go on for hours at great detail of what it was like and by the time I got to the end of it you'd be so bored you'd wish I'd never started - so lets get to the match itself...

One of the side effects of the recent bombing, rising unrest and overall instability in the country was that they declared all home games for Nyowani Kitara would have to be played behind closed doors. I will have to say, there wasn't a massive contingent of Vilitan fans expected to travel to Dewayo for the match and many fans cancelled plans to attend once the tensions started to rise. There is always that dedicated group of Jungle Cats Supporters however that will follow the team wherever they go no matter the circumstances and some of them had already made the trip before finding out the game would be held behind closed doors. To my knowledge all the traveling Vilitans are safe but there probably isn't much for them to salvage out of the trip without the game so they would likely just be headed home. I did hear that the'Visiting Venom' - a Lonngeylin based Vilita National Team supporters group had plans to travel to neighboring Tikariot after attending the match in Nyowani Kitara to scope out potential World Cup Finals cities ahead of time in the even the Jungle Cats qualified and were drawn into Tikariot - and with the closing of the doors to the arena they may have been able to get a head start on that second leg of the trip.

So anyway, it was all a bit quiet in the stadium obviously. No fans. I had a hard card so I was still allowed through though there were plenty of security checks on the way in. From then it was just silence. No fans. Very unnerving atmosphere.

Really it should have been a great opportunity for the Jungle Cats. No fans in the stadium meant there would be no local atmosphere to inspire the home side. The benefit of playing in their home stadium against the Top Seed in the group would seemingly be nullified.

With goalkeeper Mako Canopii in net for the Jungle Cats having the confidence of recently winning the Vilitan Cup title with the Yeaddin Owls, it would have seemed like a great opportunity for a clean sheet against a triple-digit ranked team and a chance for the Vilitan National Team to claw back some of the points they dropped earlier in the campaign as they looked to catch Kandorith atop Group 3.

By the time half time came around, it was clear that would not be the case.

Now look, we had some old players out there. We had some young players out there. We had some good players out there. None of our players are worried that when they leave the stadium and go back to their homes that there home might not be there. Or that their home might be occupied by a foreign military or an opposing political party. Being a largely borderless Island nation in the middle of a sanctuary cove without a divisive political party system means that largely there are things that Vilitans don't have to deal with in their lives. Some of those were the things the players from Nyowani Kitara were dealing with right now.

So yea, the Vilitans are professionals who want to win every match. They want to be the best and they want to score goals. For the most part, however, they are not worried that this game might be their last. That this goal might be their last - or perhaps the last game or goal that a loved one would get to see any given player score.

Yet, with civil disputes and the threat of all-out war in Nyowani Kitara still a lingering possibility, those may have been motivating factors for the Jungle Cats opponents. Sitting before them was a five time World Cup Champion, the Top Seed in the Group. The ultimate prize for the 256th ranked New Kitaran's. First half goals from Owino Odede and Ramah Abong'o had the home side up 2-0 at the interval and the Jungle Cats looked a bit lost - almost as if it was just a training ground exercise and not a critical World Cup Qualification match that Vilita needed to win to keep pace with the field chasing an Automatic Qualification berth to Tikariot and South Newlandia.

Anticipating the need for a shake up the team made just one change at half time, swapping out goalkeeper Mako Canopii for Jungle Strike FC's Vernasa Sanamun. It was a move straight out of an Ice Hockey game, change the momentum by swapping out the goalie and effectively adjust all the angles for your opponents who would have to start their attacking gameplan over fresh. Typically the impact of a goalie change in Footsport would be quickly overcome by the momentum of the crowd but with no fans in attendance at the Dewayo National Stadium, the changing of the gloves by the Jungle Cats actually seemed an effective strategy.

Ageless Turoki Tide midfielder Polaox Torerun showed flashes of the skill that earned them a Podium finish in the Boldsport Galacticos index at a younger age with a stunning strike on the opening rush of the second half, catching Nyowani Kitara netminder Oduor Bigombe completely out of position. Bigombe was still clicking their heels together to prepare for the second half when Torerun latched on to the touch ahead from Fishtii Blikala before ripping a long range shot that dipped just under the bar.

Twenty minutes later it would be Blikala getting on the scoresheet themselves to even up the match and set up for what should have been an intense and raucous 20 minute battle to the full-time whistle. Instead, without the fans to urge them on, the two teams lacked the finishing touch, lacked the innovation to find that moment of brilliance and lacked the nervousness of the occasion to make the critical mistake to let their opponents in on goal. The remainder of the match played out with a whimper and in the end, the 2-2 draw helped neither side in particular. For the home side, a signature 'draw' against the Groups Top Seed and former World Champions was not nearly the crowning achievement and national motivator that a victory might have been. For Vilita, while they managed to escape from the potential embarrassment of yet another defeat to a triple-digit ranked nation, they still were a long way from where they needed to be.

 Vilita [2] - [2] Nyowani Kitara
				
	GOALS:	Vilita 	:: 46' Polaox Torerun:: 65' Fishtii Blikala             		
	STATS:	Vilita 	:: Possession: 55%:: Shots: 5:: Corners: 3	Nyowani Kitara 	:: Possession: 45%:: Shots: 3:: Corners: 2
	Lineup:	[GK]  Mako Canopii, [D.]  Lohani Riiyaaw, [D.]  Narri Sebapilo, [D.]  Inteali Koranjo, [ML]  Trezisi Rokopolis, [MC]  Limu Katarakhna, [MC]  Polaox Torerun, [MC]  Intikko Kuhilana, [MR]  Sami Samii’i, [FC]  Tenziki Kulakao, [FC]  Fishtii Blikala			
	Bench:	[FC]  Nii'arala Milaaso, [FC]  Clarana Refiami, [M]  Va'a-Rio Kiwavn, [M]  Fyin Miateal, [U ]  Kudii Davasarii, [D]  Linkat Cjinder, [GK]  Vernasa Sanamun

Sitting second in the table with the Goal differential of a 6th place team, our Jungle Cats are in a deep hole and will need to not only secure a pair of victories in their upcoming matches but will need to win them big in order to get their Goal Differential up to the standard of the other second placed teams.

Now, of course while I was in Nyowani Kitara for the game it apparently wasn't lost on someone that I was the one who the Leazi Corada sent to the Stelberg Conference to represent the Tropics of Vilita along side a pair of VOIA officers. I hadn't entered Nyowani Kitara with any sort of Diplomatic intent. Yet I found a little note with my name on it and it looked pretty official. Sure enough I opened it up and it was a Diplomatic letter they wanted me to pass on to the Leazi Corada. So I guess I was there as a Diplomat all along and didn't even know it.

Maybe they would have had a better shot at getting our cooperation if they had let us leave their empty stadium with three points, am I right!

Seriously though, I did pass the letter on, and currently have no idea what is going to be done about it. Wait was it one letter or two... or three...

Oh man. I just realized...

**looks at the calendar**

Getting back on a transport to Rushmore in a few days. We play in Cabo Azure. Am I going to have to go... back to Nyowani Kitara?

Welp, sounds like I've got some calls to make. ciao!

OOC Note: The above is public information from Nikki Kater's regular Podcast style narrative "Recycle Time". The below is the contents of (one of?) the letters Nikki mentioned in describing her experience traveling to the capital city of Nyowani Kitara:

by **Omerica** » Tue Sep 28, 2021 5:53 pm

MANDATORY DISCLAIMER: This post does not necessarily represent the personal opinions of the author about any person, place, thing or idea. Read with caution.

Secrétariat de la Présidence — Secretariat for the Presidency
Chasteauvieulx
Saint Andrews, ST 19-G01
RÉPUBLIQUES UNIES DE L’OMERIQUE — UNITED REPUBLICS OF OMERICA
SECRET: Do not release to the public under pain of criminal prosecution under the State Communications and Secrets Act 1991.
Official transcript of the meeting of the Federal Commission for National Security on the Kitaran Civil War
Secure Conference Room Number 1, Chasteauvieulx, Saint Andrews, Port-des-Saints
Attending commissioners
PRESGOV: Prime Minister Kevin Courtenay
COMMSEC: Commissioner General for National Security Merlin Weaver
DTYPRES: Deputy Prime Minister/First Secretary Aïcha Kader
SECACC: Secretary for the Accounts Julia Stonehouse
SECFOR: Secretary for Foreign Affairs Dieudonné Chaput
SECDEF: Secertary for Defence Jacques-Marie Saint-Pierre
SECDOM: Secretary for Domestic Affairs Élise Kuiper
SECSEC: Secretary for Public Security Alexandre Acciaioli
ATTYGEN: Attorney General Andrew Christiansen
Attending associate commissioner(s)
SECIMM: Secretary for Immigration, Citizenship and Refugees Adrian Demetriou

SECPRES: I call this meeting of the Commission to order. This meeting is on the matter of Nyowani Kitara, more specifically how our government should respond. I’ll open the floor for general statements.

COMMSEC: Very well. The situation on the ground in Nyowani Kitara is rapidly deteriorating. Opposition forces, especially the so-called Kitaran Freedom Front [KFF], are making headway against the central government and it is believed that it is only a matter of time before Malik Akongo—the Prince, as we’ve taken to calling him—captures Dewayo.

DTYPRES: I note there is a race-based element to the conflict. The KFF is associated with the black majority, while the DFLK [Democratic Front for the Liberation of Kitara] is associated with the white minority. The central government appears to be the only faction with broad cross-racial support. I believe we need to tread carefully, as a race war is the last thing Kitarans need.

SECACC: Pass for now.

SECFOR: The main concern in this situation is how much we can do without incurring the wrath of Ian Smith. The Eurans have made it very clear that they aren’t appreciative of non-Rushmori nations—a category which I am obliged to note includes ourselves—involving themselves in the conflict much beyond words. We need to strike a balance where our support is substantive enough to make a difference and not too overreaching as to incur Euran anger.

SECDEF: Right, and we do not have the capacity to commit any kind of manpower beyond a detachment of federal constables even if we wanted to. I reckon we could provide advisors if we wanted to, but as the Foreign Secretary said, we have to be careful to avoid angering Smith. Even with their considerable distance, Eura could level us to rubble if they really wanted to.

SECDOM: I have nothing to add.

SECSEC: There is also an ideological element to this conflict as well. The reason the central government has been so fiercely opposed internationally is due to its communist aesthetic, even though their communism is nothing more than mere aesthetic. But we have real reason to believe that the Prince has far-right sympathies, if he isn’t an outright reactionary. The issue is that he is a master at covering up his beliefs, cloaking them in the language of freedom and democracy, and the fact that several nations have bought his lies hook, line and sinker is precisely why he is so dangerous. That, I believe, is precisely why we need to come down hard against the KFF. The question is then whether we take the principled stance of supporting the one faction that actually believes in freedom and democracy or the faction that is most likely capable of popping the Prince like the pimple he is.

ATTYGEN: You lot aren’t doing anything illegal yet. Carry on.

SECIMM: I want to thank the Prime Minister for inviting me to this meeting, as I understand that this situation creates a possible refugee crisis. I think it’s too early to be discussing it at this point, but if push comes to shove, we have to be ready to facilitate a possible refugee outflux—especially of Osterlanders and Nordlanders—in case the Prince can overthrow his sister and establish himself as dictator. I think the Constabulary can handle that if called to do so and we can take on some loyalists and DFLK commanders if they need distance from Rushmore.

PRESGOV: Right, thank you everyone. I think we’re all in agreement, the Prince is a walking human rights violation and I want nothing more than for him to rest in piss. Honestly, I can’t shake the thought that a KFF victory is ethnic cleansing waiting to happen. I reckon if we can get the Queen [Nafuna Akongo] and Commander [Max Ulf] to find enough common ground and agree a truce, that’s the best chance we have of offing the Prince. I’ll open the floor for whomever.

SECFOR: The good news is that appears to be the position of the Sajnuran government. They appear to have their heads screwed on straight and see right through the Prince’s… how you say… bullshit. I think they’ve hit all the right notes. My only concern is that the Queen appears to be a true believer in a divine right for her family to rule and won’t cede power or share it.

PRESGOV: Give me a rundown on who’s backing whom, Dieudonné.

SECFOR: Okay, so most of the international support is going the direction of the Prince: Banija, Darmen, Juvencus, Siovanija–Teusland and the Yuezhou government have all declared for him, though only Banija and Juvencus appear committed to putting boots on the ground for him. Nephara is the only nation that has explicitly come out against the Prince, openly supporting the Queen with what I imagine are very stringent conditions. We also have reason to suspect that loyalists to the old Yuezhou regime have a vested interest in ensuring the Queen does not fall. Eura has been silent and we are not aware of any nations other than Sajnur who support the DFLK.

PRESGOV: Ugh. Does anyone else remember a time when opposing the far-right was just the thing you were expected to do? Who all are tacitly endorsing the Prince?

SECFOR: As in?

PRESGOV: Declaring themselves neutral.

SECFOR: Oh, right. So far, we have Tikariot, Græntfjall, Valladares and San Ortelio in Rushmore and Baker Park, Brenecia, Tumbra and the Esportivan Union beyond. It should be noted that there’s a groundswell of public support for the DFLK in Græntfjall, but I don’t want to impugn a motive on Græntfjallers.

DTYPRES: Racism, I imagine. The only thing they love more than licking boots in Græntfjall is virulent racism.

PRESGOV: Not like we had to worry about blowing up our relationship with the cold bastards, I guess.

DTYPRES: What relationship? [laughs]

PRESGOV: Back to the point, I think we need to come down hard against the KFF. At the very least, we need to openly come out as avowed opponents of the Prince.

[general acknowledgements of agreement]

PRESGOV: Stage one is to come down hard against the Prince’s foreign benefactors. If we have some justification to declare the KFF a foreign terrorist organisation, I think that justifies sanctions on Banijan and Juven leaders.

ATTYGEN: Designation will have to sold, if I’m being honest. There’s definitely evidence of KFF war crimes, though, so I think the Solicitor General can spin that into a defence if someone decides to challenge the designation.

SECFOR: I should note that a summons to the Foreign Secretariat would be more appropriate to start. If they don’t back down, then sanctions would be called for.

PRESGOV: Fair enough. Are you going to summon the Siovanijan–Teus ambassador as well?

SECFOR: That’s what I was intending to do. Of course, they will get an invitation with all the usual diplomatic formalities since their support isn’t substantive and sanctions are not on the table. The Banijan and Juven ambassadors will get a dressing down with their summons, though. I’ll be meeting their ambassadors personally, given how they’re propping up a far-right dictator in the making. I think we’re in agreement that’s called for.

PRESGOV: Very well, then. I’ll defer to your judgement on the diplomatic courtesies. Alexandre, what do you think the plan should be?

SECSEC: I definitely agree that the Prince must perish and on that front, we have common ground with the Queen. The Commander is the principled option, but I think principle gets thrown out the window when we’re dealing with a possible far-right dictatorship.

[general acknowledgements of agreement]

SECSEC: So with that in mind, if we go beyond sanctions, then Plan A is to back the KPWC. If they can win this war, the reactionaries can be properly dealt with. Plan B is to keep the DFLK afloat, able to continue an insurgency against the Prince. Plan C is to arrange for the snake’s head to be cut off.

SECDOM: I don’t like Plan C. How do we know that it won’t just make the KFF resolve stronger? We would just be making the Prince a martyr for the far-right.

SECSEC: Maybe I shouldn’t call it “Plan C”. It’s more like Plan Z, to be honest, but as the Prime Minister said, I want nothing more than to see Moloch rest in piss. Either that or in pieces.

PRESGOV: Okay, I doubt Eura will mind if we declare our opinion that a KFF victory is the worst possible outcome. Anything more than that is going to be a struggle for the moment.

SECFOR: We can always open a line with Smith and ask where the limit is. If words and sanctions are the limit, we just have to respect that. I just don’t want our ambassador in Bastion to wind up in the Foreign Minister’s office.

PRESGOV: Hmm… I’m not sure coming out publicly in support of the KPWC is a great option. We’re a minority on the Commons floor and have an election in two years. We could try to manoeuvre for a snap election to give us a fresh mandate before we openly support Nafuna, but that runs the risk of backfiring and putting a Democrat in this office. I can’t trust any of them to take a stance against the KFF, if I’m being honest. And I’m still quite iffy on Ulf’s power to make things happen. The top priority overall is to shut down the tide of international support for the Prince. Anything more than that is a diplomatic and political risk at the moment. All agreed?

[general acknowledgements of agreement]

PRESGOV: Great. Does anyone have anything else to add?

[silence]

PRESGOV: Okay then, this meeting is now adjourned. Moloch delendus est.

Secrétariat des Affaires étrangères — Secretariat for Foreign Affairs
13 Drummond Lane
Saint Andrews, ST 19-G03
RÉPUBLIQUES UNIES DE L’OMERIQUE — UNITED REPUBLICS OF OMERICA
For public release.
To: The Ambassador of the United Republics of Siovanija and Teusland to the United Republics of Omerica

Your Excellency:

On behalf of the sovereign Omerican people, I send greetings!

The Secretariat for Foreign Affairs of the United Republics of Omerica hereby invites Your Excellency to 13 Drummond Lane for a meeting concerning the stated support of Your Excellency’s government for the Kitaran Freedom Front.

Our governments share a common desire for freedom, justice and democracy in Nyowani Kitara. However, the Omerican Federal Government believes that Your Excellency’s government has inadvertently fallen into error on the matter of the Kitaran Civil War by supporting an aspiring reactionary dictator. We pray that this error may be corrected and that the friendly state of relations which has previously existed between our governments may be restored.

May Almighty God have Your Excellency in wise keeping.

Sincerely,
[signed]
Joseph-Marie Dieudonné Chaput
Secretary of the Union for Foreign Affairs

United Republican Soccer Federation
6 Jean-Jacques la Rouge Road
Port Alexandre, MS 18-A40
UNITED REPUBLICS OF OMERICA
Omerica v Montaña Verde
World Cup 89 qualifying group stage — Matchday Sixteen
Stade Rue de la Victoire, Éternare, Alleos
— and —
Ko-oren v Omerica
World Cup 89 qualifying group stage — Matchday Seventeen
Golhampton Grounds, Greencaster, Ko-oren
Omerica lineup (4–3–3): Annelise Betancourt; Kara Félix, Frédérique Marquetti, Noémi Belmonte, Felix Zanetti; Jacques-Pierre Castell, Fearchar Mac Cléirich (captain), Thom Magalhães; Ollie Tate, Malcolm Beauchesne, Adélaïde Argyris
Substitutes: Valentine Augustin, Zavier Street; Sean van de Laar, Sydney Collins, Noah Clement, Frédéric Dufour; Máel Coluim Mac Ealair, Alexandrine Bourreau, Christian Marts; Jean-Paul Campagne, Jean-Lucas Babineaux, Lionel Stavros

World Cup 81/82/83/84

Stakes high as BP nears end of WCQ
by Oliver Stanley
The Post Chief Soccer Correspondent

Oceana--When Kiltoch arrive here at Collins Park for the Match Day 16 fixture against the Commonwealth National Team, they will encounter a crowd that will be in full voice and a squad that's focused on a single task--winning all three of the final matches in Group 17 to earn a spot among the top two nations when the final whistles blow on day 18.

Baker Park will look to restore their offensive capability to the kind of performances shown in wins over The Jovannic, Sajnur, Eshialand and Jeruselem. They've suffered three shutouts at home during the tournament, and four losses overall, the most in qualifying since World Cup 80.

Currently two points behind Polkopia and just a single to the Tiger Princesses, the Commonwealth remain one of the top seeds in draw in danger of not making the final 32 team field; they would surely be a popular choice to compete in the Cup of Harmony, but they would prefer not to find out their relative worth to the WCC's second tournament.

lineup vs Kiltoch:

Vickers; Hutchins, Rasanamira, Bauer; Rizzo, Stone (C), Nolan, Reynolds; Vuckovic; Simmons, Mack
bench: McCormack, Brooks, Buxton, Porter, Milton, McDavid, Price

lineup vs Aut-Ves-Nat:

Johnston; O'Connell, Wiseman, Jordan (C); Grimaldi, Eichorn, Milton, Ngoba; D'Amico; Wadsworth, Laing
bench: Callaway, Edmonds, Porter, Altman, Wiley, Harris, Engels

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