September 27, 2024 Daily Discussion & Transfers Thread

Sterling will have 10 G/A by Christmas

Is the wirtz links bs? I’ve seen some vids on tiktok saying we’re linked with wirtz coming from “high sources” probably bs but would be a dream

Any suggestions on where to catch the Leicester game in Hanoi? General understanding is that lots of places will have games on but not sure if there’s anywhere particularly good for a couple of Arsenal fans to hang out with some local fans and whether it’s likely our game will be on vs say Chelsea / Brighton?

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Anyone up for a laugh at delusional Spurs fans?

WARNING: This is quite long and could’ve maybe been its own post but I kinda wanted to do this for fun and thought if anyone wanted to read through some ChatGPT word soup for fun, they could go for it.

I was curious and decided to ask ChatGPT if the refs against us were justified. Here are the chats.

Rice incident:

Me: “Do you think based on the rules that Declan Rice should’ve been sent off against Brighton a couple weeks ago”

AI: “Declan Rice’s red card in the match against Brighton was indeed a controversial decision, largely stemming from the interpretation of the rules regarding delaying the restart of play. He was shown a second yellow card for kicking the ball away after a foul on Joel Veltman, which led to his dismissal. According to the Key Match Incidents panel, Rice’s action was deemed “clear, deliberate and impactful,” which they argued justified the card.

However, many have criticized the decision, pointing out inconsistencies in officiating. For example, during the same match, a Brighton player had kicked the ball away without facing any punishment, raising questions about the application of the rules . Arsenal’s manager, Mikel Arteta, expressed frustration over the lack of consistency, highlighting that other similar incidents earlier in the game went unpunished .

Referee Chris Kavanagh himself noted his reluctance to send Rice off, stating he didn’t agree with the rule but felt he had no choice due to Rice’s actions . The situation illustrates the complexities and challenges referees face in applying rules consistently during matches, and while the letter of the law may support the decision, many argue that it was excessively harsh under the circumstances.”

Me: “Imagine you were the referee. What would you have done in his place”

AI: “If I were the referee in Declan Rice’s situation, I would likely have taken a more lenient approach. While Rice’s action of kicking the ball away after fouling Joel Veltman technically falls under delaying the restart of play, several factors would lead me to reconsider a second yellow card:

1. Context of the Incident: The ball was still rolling when Rice kicked it away, which meant Veltman’s free kick wouldn’t have been valid anyway. This suggests that Rice’s action was less about deliberate delay and more about a momentary reaction to the game situation .
2. Consistency in Officiating: Throughout the match, there were similar instances where Brighton players engaged in actions that could be construed as delaying play without receiving punishment. To maintain fairness and consistency, I would weigh these considerations heavily .
3. First Yellow Card Severity: Referees often consider the overall game context when issuing cards. Since this was a relatively minor infraction compared to others that could have warranted a yellow card, a warning or a single yellow card might have sufficed in this instance, especially for a player of Rice’s caliber who generally plays fairly .
4. Communication: After the incident, I would communicate clearly with both players and coaches to explain my reasoning, emphasizing the importance of consistent application of the rules while acknowledging the nature of the incident .

In conclusion, I would have opted for a warning or a single yellow card, allowing the game to continue without the disruption of a sending-off, especially given the inconsistencies observed in officiating that match. This approach could help maintain the flow of the game and support fair play. For further details on the incident and perspectives from various analysts, you can refer to sources like Sky Sports and 90min .“

A bit long winded, but brilliant response by our AI overlords.

Damn, even after an european win spurs fans can only think about us, flattering

Interested to hear what you all think about this snus [video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_yWObKBIQBM). Thoughts?