Quote Originally Posted by triz View Post
I can see where you're coming from but corrupt as they are they have to apply rules, if not the international scene could be complete anarchy. What if for instance Russia wanted to have printed on their shirts 'death to gays' or some such, or if teams refused to play against a team with black people in. I hate Fifa as much as anyone but unfortunately they are the ones in charge.
Have to agree its a jingoistic ritual designed to keep people thinking that joining the Army is a glorious career when in reality they are mercenaries paid to do whatever the government wants.