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Summer of Soccer
Fukuoka Gaikokujin United
Since 2000, F.G.U. has been helping foreigners combat their soccer withdrawal symptoms. They also happen to be a bloody good team, amassing back-to-back wins of the Western Japan tournament and becoming 5-time winners of the Kyushu Cup. F.G.U. is mostly made up of JETs and eikawa teachers from all over the world, but they boast the odd computer programmer, scientist and translator, too. What they all have in common is an infectious love for the game, so get out there and support them!
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F.G.U. wants to play more games and have more practices in the city! Please get in touch with them at the address below to recommend possible training or playing areas.
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Want to join? Watch a game? Cheer them on? Check out their website at www.eteamz.active.com/fgu or contact Nick Canning at nacanning@hotmail.com
Punter’s Predictions!
Nick Canning (England)
“I thought last time, it was between England and Brazil. I think this time, it’ll be the same, only we will win! We have a better side now, although there are no easy games at this level. I do think England has one of the best midfields in the world, and with Owen and Rooney fit, we always carry a goal threat.”
Kalla Stark (Germany)
“Who else but Germany? Supported by the home crowds, underestimated by everyone… The tournament is what counts, and I believe Germany can come through when it really matters. The English will be distracted by the beer gardens, the Brazilians by the nightlife, and the Italians by the German girls. There can be only one champion, and it’s Deutschland!”
Matthew Ho (U.S.A.)
“The U.S.A.’s strong teamwork and mix of up-and-coming players like Brian Ching (Hawaiian, leading the MLS in goals scored), DaMarcus Beasley and Oguchi Onyewu makes them a serious contender to win the World Cup. They are ranked 4th in the world at the moment, and they will need to put in an exceptional performance on the international stage in Germany this summer.”
Bars with Big Screens!
You love sports – and you know you should be out there on the field with your team, but it’s just too stinking hot out there! Daijobu! Fukuoka has plenty of bars with big screens so you can enjoy sports without sweating!
Fubar
The recently renovated Fubar is the perfect place to head out for a fun-packed night of partying, and they often play big sporting events on their giant projector. Combine the international crowd with the new look and it’s a winner! For all this summer’s big soccer matches, predict the final score correctly and win a 5,000 yen bar tab!
Fubar
Tenjin Okabe II 4F, Tenjin, Chuo-ku
Open: Wed. – Thu. 21:00 – 05:00, Fri. 21:00 – 06:00, Sat. 21:00 – 08:00
Closed: Sun. – Tue.
Tel: 092-722-3006
The Underground
Sporting a new look interior, and located on Route 3 near Kashii Stn., The Underground, co-owned and operated by Makiko and London native Fabian, is the East-end’s premiere British Pub. The customers there are a friendly lot and enjoy watching sports, especially international soccer, and especially when England or Japan scores, because then it’s free shots for all!
The Underground
B1F 2-15-18 Kashiieki-mae, Higashi-ku
Open: 19:00 – 04:00
Closed: Never
Tel: 092-201-9249
Happy Cock
Famous all over Kyushu, Happy Cock boasts tall ceilings, a prime location off Nishi-dori, and a mad-for-it international crowd. They’ve got a big screen for all the big events this summer, so join the rest of the punters and cheer your team on, no matter which country you’re from! Pick all 14 semi-final winners for a 10,000 yen prize!
Happy Cock
Mountain 5 Bldg. 9F, 2-1-51 Daimyo, Chuo-ku
Open: Wed. & Sun. 19:00 – 01:00, Thu. 21:00 – 03:00, Weekend 19:00 – 05:00
Charge: Fri. & Sat. all you can drink 3,000 yen (men) / 2,000 yen (women)
Closed: Mon. & Tue.
Tel: 092-734-2686
British Pub Morris
Right in center of the action on Nishi-dori, Morris’ primary attractions are its big screen, British food menu (with low-priced, generous portions) and spacious outdoor seating area. Catch the big games on the screen inside and then go out to the patio for a breath of fresh air at half time. Wear the uniform / kit of whoever is playing for a special discount!
British Pub Morris
Stage I 7F, 2-1-4 Daimyo, Chuo-ku
Open: 17:00 – 01:00, Sun: – 0:00, before national holidays: – 02:00
Closed: Never
Tel: 092-771-4774
*Photos by James Henegan
福岡外国人ユナイテッド
FGU（福岡外国人ユナイテッド）は在福外国人によるサッカーチームだが、西日本大会を連続優勝するなど、今までに5度の優勝を収める実力派。JETや英会話講師で来日している彼らだが、もともとはコンピュータ・プログラマーや研究者、翻訳者など国籍も職業もバラバラ、やはり共通するのはサッカーへの愛情のみ。コレ大切ね、みんな応援してくれよ！
大募集！
サッカーを愛してやまないプレイヤー、応援してくれる皆様、募集中！詳しくは
www.eteamz.active.com/fgu
優勝国大胆予想
Nick Canning, England
イングランドのMF陣はワールドクラス、エースのルーニーの怪我が心配だけどトーナメントを勝ち上がって、今度こそブラジルに前大会の借りを返すよ！
Kalla Stark, Germany
ドイツ以外にどこが優勝するっていうのさ～（笑）地元開催の利点があるしね。チャンピオンはもちろんドイツ！
Matthew Ho, U.S.A.
ブライアン・チンやダマルカス・ベアズリー、オグチ・オニェウのような優秀な選手が揃ってるし、チームの絆も固い。彼らならきっとやってくれるさ！
大スクリーンでスポーツ観戦だ！
ひとりで観るのもいいけれど、仲間と集まり、試合の行方に一喜一憂、応援したりヤジを飛ばすのもいい。あふれる臨場感、高まる期待…さあさ、みなさん街に繰り出しスポーツ観戦だ！
フーバー
ナイトアウトの定番、フーバー。ここ最近の改装で店の様子も一新、VIPルームもある広々としたフロアでは奥の巨大スクリーンが大活躍。サポーターも一丸となって盛り上がるべし！決勝戦のスコアを当てたら5,000円分のドリンクチケットをプレゼント！
フーバー
Tenjin Okabe II 4F, Tenjin, Chuo-ku
Open: Wed. ～ Thu. 21:00 ～ 05:00, Fri. 21:00 ～ 06:00, Sat. 21:00 ～ 08:00
Closed: Sun. ～ Tue.
Tel: 092-722-3006
アンダーグラウンド
香椎駅そば、3号線沿いにロンドン出身のフェビアンとマキコさんの店がある。海外のサッカーの試合を始め、いろいろなスポーツを観て盛り上がっているよ。お客さんもスタッフもなんともフレンドリー。イングランドか日本が得点すると全員にフリーショットのプレゼント。
アンダーグラウンド
B1F 2-15-18 Kashiieki-mae, Higashi-ku
Open: 19:00 ～ 04:00
Closed: Never
Tel: 092-201-9249
ハッピーコック
天井の高い開放感のあるフロアに響き渡る歓声。壁の巨大スクリーンで試合を観ながらの大騒ぎも楽しい。外国人のお客さんも多いから、各国対抗でサッカー談義に花を咲かせるのもいい。セミファイナルの14試合の勝者を当てて1万円をゲットだ！
ハッピーコック
Mountain 5 Bldg. 9F, 2-1-51 Daimyo, Chuo-ku
Open: Wed. & Sun. 19:00 ～ 01:00, Thu. 21:00 ～ 03:00, Weekend 19:00 ～ 05:00
Charge: Fri. & Sat. all you can drink ＼3,000 (men) / ＼2,000 (women)
Closed: Mon. & Tue.
Tel: 092-734-2686
ブリティッシュパブ・モーリス
大名のど真ん中、ビルの最上階に位置するブリティッシュ・パブ。ギネスのパイント片手にフィッシュ＆チップスなどのお手頃パブメニューをつまみつつ、大スクリーンでスポーツ観戦だ！試合国のユニフォームを着て行くとうれしい特典あり！
ブリティッシュパブ・モーリス
Stage I 7F, 2-1-4 Daimyo, Chuo-ku
Open: 17:00 ～ 01:00, Sun: ～0:00, before national holidays: ～02:00
Closed: Never
Tel: 092-771-4774
Fukuoka Gaikokujin United
Since 2000, F.G.U. has been helping foreigners combat their soccer withdrawal symptoms. They also happen to be a bloody good team, amassing back-to-back wins of the Western Japan tournament and becoming 5-time winners of the Kyushu Cup. F.G.U. is mostly made up of JETs and eikawa teachers from all over the world, but they boast the odd computer programmer, scientist and translator, too. What they all have in common is an infectious love for the game, so get out there and support them!
****
F.G.U. wants to play more games and have more practices in the city! Please get in touch with them at the address below to recommend possible training or playing areas.
****
Want to join? Watch a game? Cheer them on? Check out their website at www.eteamz.active.com/fgu or contact Nick Canning at nacanning@hotmail.com
Punter’s Predictions!
Nick Canning (England)
“I thought last time, it was between England and Brazil. I think this time, it’ll be the same, only we will win! We have a better side now, although there are no easy games at this level. I do think England has one of the best midfields in the world, and with Owen and Rooney fit, we always carry a goal threat.”
Kalla Stark (Germany)
“Who else but Germany? Supported by the home crowds, underestimated by everyone… The tournament is what counts, and I believe Germany can come through when it really matters. The English will be distracted by the beer gardens, the Brazilians by the nightlife, and the Italians by the German girls. There can be only one champion, and it’s Deutschland!”
Matthew Ho (U.S.A.)
“The U.S.A.’s strong teamwork and mix of up-and-coming players like Brian Ching (Hawaiian, leading the MLS in goals scored), DaMarcus Beasley and Oguchi Onyewu makes them a serious contender to win the World Cup. They are ranked 4th in the world at the moment, and they will need to put in an exceptional performance on the international stage in Germany this summer.”
Bars with Big Screens!
You love sports – and you know you should be out there on the field with your team, but it’s just too stinking hot out there! Daijobu! Fukuoka has plenty of bars with big screens so you can enjoy sports without sweating!
Fubar
The recently renovated Fubar is the perfect place to head out for a fun-packed night of partying, and they often play big sporting events on their giant projector. Combine the international crowd with the new look and it’s a winner! For all this summer’s big soccer matches, predict the final score correctly and win a 5,000 yen bar tab!
Fubar
Tenjin Okabe II 4F, Tenjin, Chuo-ku
Open: Wed. – Thu. 21:00 – 05:00, Fri. 21:00 – 06:00, Sat. 21:00 – 08:00
Closed: Sun. – Tue.
Tel: 092-722-3006
The Underground
Sporting a new look interior, and located on Route 3 near Kashii Stn., The Underground, co-owned and operated by Makiko and London native Fabian, is the East-end’s premiere British Pub. The customers there are a friendly lot and enjoy watching sports, especially international soccer, and especially when England or Japan scores, because then it’s free shots for all!
The Underground
B1F 2-15-18 Kashiieki-mae, Higashi-ku
Open: 19:00 – 04:00
Closed: Never
Tel: 092-201-9249
Happy Cock
Famous all over Kyushu, Happy Cock boasts tall ceilings, a prime location off Nishi-dori, and a mad-for-it international crowd. They’ve got a big screen for all the big events this summer, so join the rest of the punters and cheer your team on, no matter which country you’re from! Pick all 14 semi-final winners for a 10,000 yen prize!
Happy Cock
Mountain 5 Bldg. 9F, 2-1-51 Daimyo, Chuo-ku
Open: Wed. & Sun. 19:00 – 01:00, Thu. 21:00 – 03:00, Weekend 19:00 – 05:00
Charge: Fri. & Sat. all you can drink 3,000 yen (men) / 2,000 yen (women)
Closed: Mon. & Tue.
Tel: 092-734-2686
British Pub Morris
Right in center of the action on Nishi-dori, Morris’ primary attractions are its big screen, British food menu (with low-priced, generous portions) and spacious outdoor seating area. Catch the big games on the screen inside and then go out to the patio for a breath of fresh air at half time. Wear the uniform / kit of whoever is playing for a special discount!
British Pub Morris
Stage I 7F, 2-1-4 Daimyo, Chuo-ku
Open: 17:00 – 01:00, Sun: – 0:00, before national holidays: – 02:00
Closed: Never
Tel: 092-771-4774
*Photos by James Henegan
Fukuoka Gaikokujin United
Since 2000, F.G.U. has been helping foreigners combat their soccer withdrawal symptoms. They also happen to be a bloody good team, amassing back-to-back wins of the Western Japan tournament and becoming 5-time winners of the Kyushu Cup. F.G.U. is mostly made up of JETs and eikawa teachers from all over the world, but they boast the odd computer programmer, scientist and translator, too. What they all have in common is an infectious love for the game, so get out there and support them!
****
F.G.U. wants to play more games and have more practices in the city! Please get in touch with them at the address below to recommend possible training or playing areas.
****
Want to join? Watch a game? Cheer them on? Check out their website at www.eteamz.active.com/fgu or contact Nick Canning at nacanning@hotmail.com
Punter’s Predictions!
Nick Canning (England)
“I thought last time, it was between England and Brazil. I think this time, it’ll be the same, only we will win! We have a better side now, although there are no easy games at this level. I do think England has one of the best midfields in the world, and with Owen and Rooney fit, we always carry a goal threat.”
Kalla Stark (Germany)
“Who else but Germany? Supported by the home crowds, underestimated by everyone… The tournament is what counts, and I believe Germany can come through when it really matters. The English will be distracted by the beer gardens, the Brazilians by the nightlife, and the Italians by the German girls. There can be only one champion, and it’s Deutschland!”
Matthew Ho (U.S.A.)
“The U.S.A.’s strong teamwork and mix of up-and-coming players like Brian Ching (Hawaiian, leading the MLS in goals scored), DaMarcus Beasley and Oguchi Onyewu makes them a serious contender to win the World Cup. They are ranked 4th in the world at the moment, and they will need to put in an exceptional performance on the international stage in Germany this summer.”
Bars with Big Screens!
You love sports – and you know you should be out there on the field with your team, but it’s just too stinking hot out there! Daijobu! Fukuoka has plenty of bars with big screens so you can enjoy sports without sweating!
Fubar
The recently renovated Fubar is the perfect place to head out for a fun-packed night of partying, and they often play big sporting events on their giant projector. Combine the international crowd with the new look and it’s a winner! For all this summer’s big soccer matches, predict the final score correctly and win a 5,000 yen bar tab!
Fubar
Tenjin Okabe II 4F, Tenjin, Chuo-ku
Open: Wed. – Thu. 21:00 – 05:00, Fri. 21:00 – 06:00, Sat. 21:00 – 08:00
Closed: Sun. – Tue.
Tel: 092-722-3006
The Underground
Sporting a new look interior, and located on Route 3 near Kashii Stn., The Underground, co-owned and operated by Makiko and London native Fabian, is the East-end’s premiere British Pub. The customers there are a friendly lot and enjoy watching sports, especially international soccer, and especially when England or Japan scores, because then it’s free shots for all!
The Underground
B1F 2-15-18 Kashiieki-mae, Higashi-ku
Open: 19:00 – 04:00
Closed: Never
Tel: 092-201-9249
Happy Cock
Famous all over Kyushu, Happy Cock boasts tall ceilings, a prime location off Nishi-dori, and a mad-for-it international crowd. They’ve got a big screen for all the big events this summer, so join the rest of the punters and cheer your team on, no matter which country you’re from! Pick all 14 semi-final winners for a 10,000 yen prize!
Happy Cock
Mountain 5 Bldg. 9F, 2-1-51 Daimyo, Chuo-ku
Open: Wed. & Sun. 19:00 – 01:00, Thu. 21:00 – 03:00, Weekend 19:00 – 05:00
Charge: Fri. & Sat. all you can drink 3,000 yen (men) / 2,000 yen (women)
Closed: Mon. & Tue.
Tel: 092-734-2686
British Pub Morris
Right in center of the action on Nishi-dori, Morris’ primary attractions are its big screen, British food menu (with low-priced, generous portions) and spacious outdoor seating area. Catch the big games on the screen inside and then go out to the patio for a breath of fresh air at half time. Wear the uniform / kit of whoever is playing for a special discount!
British Pub Morris
Stage I 7F, 2-1-4 Daimyo, Chuo-ku
Open: 17:00 – 01:00, Sun: – 0:00, before national holidays: – 02:00
Closed: Never
Tel: 092-771-4774
*Photos by James Henegan
