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All this fuss about flares and smoke bombs

Discussion in 'World Football' started by Miles Platting, Oct 21, 2013.

Discuss All this fuss about flares and smoke bombs in the World Football area at TalkCeltic.net.

  1. Miles Platting Irish Mancunian Gold Member

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    I think they are great, especially like them at a night match, any other fans
     
    Miles Platting, Oct 21, 2013
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  2. Shane1888

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    Good to look at and they add a little to the atmosphere, but they are still dangerous.

    You can still sing, chant and dance without the use of flares.
     
    Shane1888, Oct 21, 2013
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  3. Sean Daleer Ten Thirty Gold Member

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    Think they look tremendous but probably not worth the hassle.

    Too much scope for injury if they are thrown or dropped (flares), and the smoke seems to affect people with breathing difficulties so it's a no from me.

    Bangers are * pointless.

    Absolutely nothing to be lost from just singing yer heart out for 90 minutes and roaring yer team on.
     
    Sean Daleer, Oct 21, 2013
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  4. Celtic abu

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    I think they are class looking. Wish more of them were used
     
    Celtic abu, Oct 21, 2013
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  5. The Crow Gold Member Gold Member

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    that is a Smoke Bomb


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    this is flares
     
    The Crow, Oct 21, 2013
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  6. AwesomeCaz

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    Can see the pros and cons. Look great, smell * terrible.
    Beautiful and really add to the atmosphere when done well and in conjunction with banners, flags, scarves, tifos, other pyro, but sadly of late it's normally just one drunk numpty flinging one on to a pitch and getting the rest of his fanbase in trouble.
     
    AwesomeCaz, Oct 21, 2013
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  7. Miles Platting Irish Mancunian Gold Member

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    This one on its own, looks class

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    Miles Platting, Oct 21, 2013
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  8. Sean Daleer Ten Thirty Gold Member

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    They really do look amazing.

    Still shouldn't be needed though. The whole point is to inspire the team on the park, that is easily achievable through song and roaring them on.
     
    Sean Daleer, Oct 21, 2013
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  9. SpellCheck92

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    Aye they look great when they are not getting chucked at fans/officials.
     
    SpellCheck92, Oct 21, 2013
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    Too much downside and potential for injury/upset. Smoking up the playing area is also annoying in some European games I see them used in.
     
    Calcio Bhoy, Oct 21, 2013
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    Always loved the pyro... Italy early '00's FTW.

    [ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z2MvIcbqOGc"]AC Milan-Fiorentina 04-05 - YouTube[/ame]
     
    31B404, Oct 21, 2013
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    They are making a comeback lol

    [ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Wzhe63AxJM"]St Johnstone v Hibs - Pyro - YouTube[/ame]
     
    celt789, Oct 21, 2013
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    [ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PoHV-r5jqCk"]Romania vs Hungary // Football Fans on match day - YouTube[/ame]

    [ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9R6QfXBBhcw"]MOST FLARES AFTER A GOAL IN FOOTBALL HISTORY...[ AEK FANS ] - YouTube[/ame]

    Them 2 are amazing especially the train one
     
    mickdlk, Oct 21, 2013
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  15. The Crow Gold Member Gold Member

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    the stuff from the uk is nothing go to Poland or Croatia ten times better.
     
    The Crow, Oct 21, 2013
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    Loads of it in Sweden. Changed the rules for next season so "trained staff" will light all flares to make it safe.
     
    Skelleto, Oct 21, 2013
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  18. Miles Platting Irish Mancunian Gold Member

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  19. Jack Torrance Heeeeeere's Johnny! Gold Member

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    loved that.
     
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    [ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FWIVCTqohpw"]Linfield Fc vs Cliftonville Fc (Firework Thrown) - YouTube[/ame]
     
    faw cough, Oct 21, 2013
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