I Visited The Worlds POSHEST Football Club
Summary
TLDRThe video script details a visit to Fulham's Craven Cottage, a football ground in London, known for its posh reputation. The narrator, accompanied by his posh friend Max, explores the stereotype of Fulham being a posh club, discussing the area's wealth and the fans' eccentric behaviors, such as bringing cheese boards and wine to matches. They experience the matchday atmosphere, noting the cozy and warm environment, and the lack of aggression often associated with football. The video captures the unique charm of Fulham, from the beautiful stadium setting to the fans' mixed reactions to the posh label. Despite a quiet game, the narrator enjoyed the day, appreciating the stadium's beauty and the overall pleasant experience, suggesting that while the posh label may not define the entire fan base, it does contribute to the club's distinct character.
Takeaways
- 🏟️ The author visits Craven Cottage, home of Fulham FC, to explore the 'posh' stereotype associated with the club.
- 🍷 Fulham fans are known for their unique match day experiences, such as bringing wine, cheese, and grapes to away games.
- 🧀 The club is sometimes perceived as posh due to its location in a wealthy part of London and certain fan behaviors.
- 🎓 The term 'posh' is a point of contention for some Fulham fans who feel it misrepresents the fan base as a whole.
- 🍽️ There's a mention of 'cheese boards' being sold, which adds to the posh stereotype, but many fans dislike this characterization.
- 🏙️ The walk to the stadium is described as beautiful, enhancing the upscale reputation of the area.
- 👕 A story is shared about a fan who brought a sponge cake and knife to a game, cutting into the stereotype of what a Fulham fan represents.
- 🍽️ The author and his posh friend, Max, enjoy hospitality tickets and discuss the posh connotations of certain food items like fish and chips.
- 👥 There's a debate about whether Chelsea or Fulham is posher, with the author leaning towards Fulham due to its perceived kinder community.
- 🎶 Live music, specifically an acoustic guitar, is present at the match, contributing to a relaxed and less tribal atmosphere.
- 🍾 The experience at Fulham is described as warm and cozy, with a less intense atmosphere compared to other football clubs, which the author appreciates.
Q & A
What is the term 'Posh' used to describe in the context of the transcript?
-In the transcript, 'Posh' is used to describe a football club, person, group, or thing that is associated with or behaves as if it belongs to the upper classes.
Why does the speaker feel annoyed when people call them 'Posh' due to their Northug accent?
-The speaker is annoyed because they believe the label 'Posh' is a stereotype that doesn't accurately reflect their background or the nature of football as a sport that is typically accessible to everyone.
Which sports are mentioned as being more 'Posh' in the transcript?
-Rugby is mentioned multiple times as being more 'Posh', suggesting it is perceived as a sport for the upper classes.
What are two football clubs mentioned in the transcript as being particularly 'Posh'?
-Chelsea and Fulham are the two football clubs mentioned as being particularly 'Posh'.
Why does the speaker lean more towards Fulham as the stereotypical 'Posh' club?
-The speaker leans towards Fulham because of certain characteristics associated with the club's fans, such as the use of cheese boards and a neutral stand, which are seen as more upper-class behaviors.
What is the significance of the location of Craven Cottage in the context of the transcript?
-Craven Cottage is significant because it is located in one of the wealthier parts of London, which contributes to the 'Posh' stereotype of Fulham Football Club.
How do some Fulham fans respond to the 'Posh' stereotype?
-Some Fulham fans detest the 'Posh' accusations and even sell their own cheese boards, embracing the stereotype in a humorous way.
What is the unusual trend observed among a selection of Fulham fans that the speaker finds 'amazing'?
-The unusual trend is that some Fulham fans take wine, cheese, and grapes, as well as other gourmet foods, to away games, which is considered antithetical to typical football fan behavior.
What is the 'Harrow football' mentioned in the transcript and how does it differ from the traditional football?
-Harrow football is a version of football played at Harrow School, characterized by a larger ball and played on a field, making it a mix between Rugby Football and sumo wrestling. It is different from traditional football due to its size and the playing conditions.
Why does the speaker believe that the perception of Fulham as a 'Posh' club might not be entirely accurate?
-The speaker believes that while Fulham may attract wealthier fans due to its location in a wealthy area of London, it doesn't mean the entire fan base is 'Posh'. They suggest that every fan base has some 'Posh' people and that the stereotype might not reflect the majority.
What does the speaker think about the atmosphere at Craven Cottage during the match?
-The speaker describes the atmosphere as good, warm, and cozy, but also notes that it wasn't the most intense or tribal, suggesting a more relaxed and enjoyable experience for the fans.
Outlines
🏟️ Visiting Fulham: The 'Posh' Football Club
The speaker begins by addressing the stereotype of Fulham Football Club as 'posh,' a term often associated with the upper class. They express frustration at being labeled posh due to their accent and clarify that poshness doesn't necessarily mix with football, which is traditionally seen as an accessible sport. The speaker highlights that while some fans of Chelsea and Fulham are seen as posh, they lean towards Fulham as the stereotypical posh club. They mention Fulham's nickname 'the Posh' and discuss the club's affluent fan base and unique traditions, such as cheese boards and wine on train rides to away games. The speaker also talks about the beautiful location of Fulham's stadium, Craven Cottage, and its posh surroundings, including the wealthy area of London it's situated in. They end the paragraph by expressing their anticipation to attend a match at Craven Cottage and explore the posh stereotype further.
🍽️ The Pub Experience and Menu Poshness
The speaker and their posh friend, Max, meet at a pub for hospitality before the match. They discuss the posh connotations of their location and the menu, which includes items like pressed duck and pachino terrine, leading to a conversation about what defines poshness. The speaker orders fish and chips, a dish they argue doesn't feel posh but rather reminiscent of their upbringing. They also touch upon the posh stereotype in football and how it contrasts with the behavior of some fans. The paragraph concludes with a discussion about the posh names they've encountered and the poshness of certain behaviors, such as having a quad-barreled name or attending a prestigious school.
🎉 Atmosphere and Experience at Craven Cottage
The speaker and Max arrive at Craven Cottage and discuss the stadium's unique features, including its proximity to a river and the presence of an actual cottage within the stadium grounds. They comment on the good atmosphere and the lack of intimidation, which the speaker appreciates. They also discuss the posh stereotype and how it doesn't bother Max, who argues that football should be enjoyed in various ways. The speaker notes the cozy and warm environment, which they believe Fulham would want to market. They also mention the presence of a musician and the laid-back attitude of the fans around them, suggesting a less tribal and more inclusive experience. The paragraph ends with the speaker trying red wine at the football match, which they don't enjoy, and a reflection on the game's atmosphere and the posh stereotype.
🍾 Post-Match Thoughts on Fulham's Posh Reputation
After the match, the speaker reflects on the game and the overall experience at Fulham. They acknowledge that while the game wasn't the most exciting, they had a good time and appreciated the stadium's beauty and the fans' demeanor. The speaker suggests that the posh label comes from the club being in a wealthy area, attracting wealthier and perhaps more eccentric fans. They argue that the posh stereotype shouldn't detract from the fact that football fans can enjoy the sport in different ways. The speaker recommends visiting Craven Cottage for its beauty and unique atmosphere, despite the game being a bit flat. The paragraph concludes with the speaker's intention to create more football-related content and a farewell.
Mindmap
Keywords
💡Posh
💡Fulham
💡Craven Cottage
💡Stereotype
💡Matchday Experience
💡Hospitality
💡Cheese Boards
💡Football Culture
💡Chelsea
💡Rugby
💡Accusations
Highlights
The speaker expresses frustration at being labeled 'Posh' due to their Northug accent.
Stereotypical views of 'Posh' fans are contrasted with the accessibility of football.
Fulham and Chelsea are highlighted as two clubs often considered 'Posh' in the UK.
Fulham is favored as the stereotypical 'Posh' club, with references to cheese boards and neutral stands.
The speaker's friend, Max, is introduced as a 'Posh' individual joining for the game.
Craven Cottage is described as potentially the UK's most beautiful football ground.
Fulham fans are noted to detest the 'Posh' label, yet they sell their own cheese boards.
A unique trend among Fulham fans is mentioned, where they bring wine, cheese, and grapes to away games.
The speaker shares an anecdote about a Fulham fan cutting a cake with a knife at a game, embodying a stereotype.
The speaker questions whether the 'Posh' stereotype of Fulham fans is accurate or just a few wealthy individuals.
A passionate Fulham fan's rant about proper fan behavior is referenced.
Arrival at Craven Cottage is described, noting the greenery and river, contrasting with typical London settings.
The hospitality experience at the game is detailed, including a mile-up-the-road location.
Max's entrance is dramatized with a humorous comparison to a WWE wrestler.
The speaker and Max discuss the poshness of certain food items and the stereotype of posh behavior.
A debate about which club is posher, Chelsea or Fulham, is mentioned.
The atmosphere at Craven Cottage is described as warm and cozy, rather than intensely tribal.
The speaker reflects on the enjoyment of the day and the beauty of the stadium, despite the flat game.
The experience concludes with a recommendation to visit Fulham due to the stadium's beauty and the overall positive experience.
Transcripts
today I'm off to watch the world's
poshest football club Posh is defined by
a person group or thing belonging to or
behaving as if they belonging to the
upper classes not me people calling me
Posh because I have a northug accent
drives me mad anyway Posh isn't
something that necessarily crosses over
with football stereotypically the sport
is known for its accessibility to
everyone whereas the more generically
Posh fans would see themselves at
another sport like rugby or rugby or
even rugby rugby rugby is Posh that's
the point however there is a few Club
sceners Posh in the UK specifically
Pizza nickname the Posh however two
clubs stand up more than others Chelsea
and Fulham I lean more towards Fulham
being the stereotypical Posh Club the
cheese boards on a train the neutral
stand etc etc I also have a very Posh
friend joining me for today's game too
Mr Max fos is this all a myth however
what is the match there Craven Cottage
really like let's go off the fulam and
bring on the poshness or the fness no
that's poshness hello I'm in London it
is a evening I'm about to meet Max well
I was about an hour and a half till I
meet Max I'm here early I think we
should have a quick little dive into why
people consider Fulham the posish
football club and whether that's fair I
mean firstly it isn't a part of London
that is very Posh in itself one of the
more wealthy parts of London as you can
see on the screen it's very it's it's a
nice area but I did a tweet asking for
people's examples as to why they
consider Fulham Posh and whether the
stereotype is true or not true also
whether you consider this club Posh or
not it is without shadow of a doubt in
one of the nicest looking parts of
London like this is this is the walk you
go on this walk you take this walk to
the ground and the ground is on the
river and you could argue it's like the
UK's most beautiful football ground it
is it is a beautiful place it is also
absolutely worth noting that a lot of
fulam fans completely detest the Posh
accusations but you know there are they
do as you can they do on screen as you
can see sell their own cheese board
so what does that
[Music]
mean there's also a trend that goes
around with a selection of ful and fans
which is amazing where they take wine
cheese and grapes and like cheese and
crackers and like mixed meat is it
called shakuri on the train to away
games which is so anti what football
fans do but I also love it which is is
not me I'm from great y I just talk
Southern and they also used to have a
neutral stand for a while which people
were like why I don't know they still
have it but people were like why are you
doing that come on as far as walks go
towards football grounds
pretty decent this one is
it a full and fan also presented my
favorite football image of all time
Alfie overlay it it is the man who
bought a Victorious sponge to a football
game and a knife and started cucking him
cucking that's what I do um started
cutting himself up cake at half time and
I just think that is that is the perfect
definition for The Stereotype of Fulham
fans and what we're going to do today is
get into Craven Cottage and see whether
that stereotype brings true or if it's
just as I suspect a normal fan base of a
few Posh people because it's in a rich
area most fan bases have Posh people I
think there's this quite iconic rant
from a Fulham fan which once again sort
of plays Into The Stereotype to the F
IMU for a pie which went on my new white
home shirt I SP over about seven people
you are aad excuse my French sorry about
the language once again apologize for
the language twice but people really
need to look at their behavior during
games I am the first to get emotional
but no need to throw a pie brand new
shirt ruined and two points lost not
sure the pie correlates to the two
points lost and always jumping up and
down on seats is not
needed kind of is this is not the full
imish way to behave you want to go and
do that go and support the down the road
is a new term the full imish way to
behave I want to find out what the
actual full image way to behave is
today
[Applause]
we've arrived at Craven Cottage I've got
about 45 minutes to spare I just think
it's a it's such a good ground
especially for the place it is but to
have a ground that's got like this much
like Greenery and stuff around it in
London of all places and a river just
feels like such an
anomaly so I bought both myself and Max
Hospitality tickets for this the
hospitality it's taken me to is like a
mile up the road which is interesting
because if you think it really was Posh
they send the Riff Raff a mile up the
road or not even let them in I won't be
allowed in look at
[Music]
me is that a wild Max fos in the
distance walking towards me I believe it
is airpods in business strictly
business
Monday Night Raw baby we just love
poshness I know welcome welcome to
Daddy's home let me show you brown we're
we're unfortunately we're not in the bar
of the royal bar of Kensington and
Chelsea but we're just in hammeri and
Pham which is a great chain but we're at
the crab tree it's a pub there
Hospitality in here there is Hospitality
or f fality f fatality brought my helmet
you never know what scraps going to
fight out break out Cheers Cheers very
very yeah this Pub this Pub is very the
holiday it's giving Jude Laur and
Cameron Diaz but I'm not going to BL
we've also got the
[Music]
menu a lot of these words on this menu
are quite alien to me right but I
imagine they're quite normal for you so
there's a parsley that's a vegetable
you've got the classic uh press duck and
pachio terine what's a
terine team in Italy near Juventus I
actually don't know what is so is this
is this Posh eica yeah what you're doing
right now yeah this is I actually have
got
cash cashmere with a shacket got my fish
and chips coming I got to make sure that
I don't get anything on it fish and
chips doesn't feel inherently Posh fish
and chips actually feels like the Great
Yarmouth Meal which I grew up with true
the tartar sauce has got pass do you
know people on my channel call me Posh
because I've got a Southern accent guys
you're in the big leag
now see what annoys me actually about
what you've got there is when Americans
come to
England no that that should be up at the
Posh when Americans come to England and
think fishing chips is that cuz they're
not chip shop chips and it really
irritates me that they're not chip shop
chips they're Oven Chips and there is a
discernable difference that's ma they
are Ma's by the way a lemon merang
cheesecake yeah sounds like the most
attractive thing in my life for the past
year that is an unbelievable Prospect
stiky tofe pudding yeah I mean Lemon
Brown cheesecake I'm pretty sure I went
to school with lemon brown cheesecake
kind of what is the poshest name you've
ever encountered I don't know whether he
watches away days or not this isn't this
is a natural person I went to a school
with a guy called Humphrey Brighton hom
Stant a
knife that's that's a quadruple Barrel
name which is quadrupled quad quad baby
if you had a double barrel name in my
school you were the richest person there
so you've gone quad yeah i' I've met a
I've met quad before he was hadly guy
actually H Harrow yeah much different to
fake high school of Norfolk very
different yeah yeah har on the hill uh
the FA Cup was invented by Hero um the
first F cup Was Won by the Harrow
Wanderers which is the old boys of
Harrow we've got some silver yeah we've
got our own version of football as well
called Harrow football the ball is much
bigger it's played on a farm so it's
really muddy it's like a mixture of
Rugby Football and sumo wrestling I hate
every bit of that you just said that
great it's great fake high school we W's
got an
offstein so there's that right should we
go we got half an hour yeah who's that
oh Bobby Reed is is that Bobby de Reed
do of course you pronounce the middle
name of
it every name is important we got a
drink voucher I've got my drink vou I'm
going to keep a drink but it's going to
be for a softy course no s
movement thought opin on the S forette
movement emiline pankar would have made
a terrific Center back we follow these
guys yeah I think they they know they
they seem to know what they're doing
look at this all the Ultras off for a
fight off for a
scrap look at that orderly line in terms
of obviously you're a Chelsea fan match
um the the debate is always who is posha
Chelsea or Fulham is that the debate um
on Twitter it was you got ma in Chelsea
yeah the hotel room in the stadium fad
yeah I just feel like fulam are more
known for the whole oh no Fulham are
absolutely posher because there's the
underbelly of Chelsea of
racism yeah there's more hooliganism
there there's much more hooliganism
whereas Fulham is just a is just
seemingly a Kinder kind of community of
football lovers and and I know in the
football discourse that's like seen as a
bad thing because absolutely not be like
yeah at them but actually look we're
walking to the stadium now there's no at
the view as well you're walking along
the river there's no the toughies
there's none of that everyone's in there
in their lovely Canada juice jackets and
they're off to have an enoy the middle
class like football too in the Premier
League fullam football ground it's on
the temps it's beautiful it's got the
history it's the Poes cup for me and you
also going do a summer picnic on the
ground you can can you yeah well come
again we might just kick off which
actually filling me a bit of anxiety cuz
Max's bag has not got to be put I got to
off yeah Max has been told off I've come
from work he said he said go go to the
school which bit bit Su I was going to
say I'm not allowed to been walking
distance for the first time in my life
at a football match someone has just
walked past talking about the cricket
and I don't want to say it plays Into
The Stereotype England England I mean
what a what a result against India by
the way on turning pitches in the
subcontinent Tom Harley seven for yes
please why you want to battle no he's
watching football with some Booz and
some birds yeah that tennis doesn't
belong to me no talking about leg Spin
and sing it off at a beautiful Stadium
right in like you know the mixture of
like Terrace houses when they when they
talk about The Terraces they don't mean
Terrace houses and F firstly welcome to
Craven Cottage second I know the game
start that's my fault I know sorry but I
just want to quickly talk about the view
don't drop the
camera look at
that pink pink on the walls yeah I mean
you can't a gender reveal party you
can't B off the um the Posh allegations
and also have salmon on your walls F
should pink
that
row 11 oh we're mate we're in R5 you
Dingus are we in the wrong place R5 not
I've never been called a dingus
[Applause]
before 11 132 and
131 oh Dai just there Dai these are
unbelievable seats this what you get you
get this close to Shawn D I can only see
what kind of M&S tie he's got I feel
like Shawn D is the Antichrist F also
just just no not for me
Clive recyclable recyclable yes there is
literally a cottage in the stadium it's
just a really you know what I think of
Fulham is just a lovely Club the
crappers are in
use come on the fs the fs yes I just
love the existence of look at him it's a
mini there is something that really
irritates me about the noise of a
Clapper compared to a CL clap a clap
like oh a Clapper see that sounds like
Donald Duck's being choked just quickly
Max just what are your thoughts on the
atmosphere here then it's good
atmosphere uh it's nice and warm it's
like a thermos in here it's just like
very nice and cozy cozy experience cozy
experience which I think is how Fulham
would want to Market themselves yeah oh
it's about to be a
goal that end behind the goal that
Fulham have is looks like there could be
some amazing limbs actually Alie just to
show that so anyone who has a stereotype
that full that make good atmosphere
insert some limbs from that
[Applause]
end half time very pointless first half
really half time few good chances but no
no one's broken the deadlock as someone
who's Posh I'm obviously whereare this
about Fulham does it annoy you when
there's this perception of how a posh
person would enjoy football no people
it's not of my business it's none of my
business how someone thinks of how I
would enjoy football and you know what
I'm I'm slightly of the uh I probably
wouldn't enjoy football the same way
that probably a lot of people do don't
really like shou and squaring I don't
like the people would say i' be i' be
having a ground and they'd probably be
right well so as a full and match day
experience I would say it's just quite a
warm club to go to I've not I've not
felt intimidated at any point the
atmosphere I've heard better but I've
heard worse and also just of you like
there's a guy there's a guy struming
away on an acoustic baton behind me he's
he's just trying to follow his dreams
and that's what F does there is so much
gatekeeping in football so much
absolutely trust me I know there is so
much everyone wants to be the best fan
everyone wants to be the most loyal fan
everyone feels football needs to be
enjoyed a certain way spoiler it doesn't
like I'm enjoying myself and I know
people might hate me for that going oh H
is you shoot me it's not really tribal
in any way this experience there's no I
don't feel like I mean as a Chelsea fan
again this probably is more of a
reflection on me a Chelsea fan I'm
enjoying my day out and craving Cottage
the fans around us and bear in mind
we're in a Hospitality section so once
again please bear that in mind no one
really feels that into it around us to
me no one really feels like they're
going this is make break which once
again a healthier way to enjoy football
man next to me has got so many prawn
sandwiches in his jacket pocket it's
unbelievable oh there's a smoke machine
behind you God the club's on fire B
disposable Vapes it's it's an absolute
pic will Grigg's in there I can be your
hero baby please welcome Rachel Adam AI
I think I think that might be the white
and red wine that's a s BL me two red
wines please never had red wine at the
football red wine at the football there
we go there's your red wine at the
football Mal red wine are you down in a
red wine we're not started again it I've
never tried do you know I've only ever
had red wine in my life once where
Argentina this is going to disappoint
you I don't like
that oh
gosh oh he's very cool oh I don't like
that at all that's me dumb I'm just
going to leave that there you stay there
how do people drink that instead of
white I'm not in a racist way steady
does sum up the outward perception of
Fulham once again that the Everton fans
have just started chanting
T I get behind it five games in the Prem
tonight five game in the Prem tonight
loads of goals in all of them except for
this one yeah we're taking no no we'll
take a point and go
home the guy next to me is laughing at
an Everton attack you don't laugh you
near cry there difference just don't
neck whine at half time is my it's my
moral the story he's sat here he said
this for the last 20 minutes of the game
he's absolutely been the lad
he's that work he's absolutely sure di
look once again going to make the point
that this is a nothing game for Fulham
really but it has been pretty it's been
it's been pretty quiet throughout and I
know obviously we're in a weird location
for a bang Center but it does feel like
you would expect like by the way right
now f are in Everton's
box just a p for a penalty you know what
I mean it wasn't a penalty it just
doesn't it's not really ever
got I want some o please bang it
K it was nearly the twin tosing out a
fire with a goal but we share to say
birthday for everyone curious lucky
number yeah born in September 24th what
yeah when are you born SE
[Applause]
24th um hard to say he's done better
with their life it really is I Love
Shawn D look at him look at the movement
there from D needless hand movement and
he's also complain to the assistant
about every decision Sean is not going
to make a difference to any decision
made stop moaning Shan stop moaning
there he is um is it bad to try and get
to's attention during the
game completely break his Focus to wave
to me we a waves reckon s is just there
don't be that cring ous not on camera if
he hears think he's a member of the crow
like a fan he's like oh gosh yes that's
Alex that's Christ even the person I'm
with doesn't know any I got no hope for
the person over there I'm just going to
jump in and say there's going to be a
goal and three there going to be a goal
and
three to what just it is the 85th minute
no no people are leaving not happy about
that it's it's it's customary prop to
disappoint the people around them so
well
donea got injured
and F finds a clapping off the injured
Everton player no comment on that
one how have ever not just won it and
here come F here come on the break down
the right
on the left looking for a pass Tom candy
on the ball he looks he Che back why you
sping like for a whole
game oh it's a sign down there is this m
is this the den that's not a full imish
way to
behave a no no In fairness Max feels
like the most sophisticated way for a
game to end par at the cottage par shake
each other's hand maybe a cup of tea at
full timey good job it was it was a good
game of football a good game of football
great SE so thank you very much to W for
that ultimately it wasn't the greatest
game right what was the experience at
Fulham like I had a good time you know I
think their fans are maybe a bit annoyed
some of them at the the sentiment of
them just being a posh fan base just
because you're consider the Posh as
football club doesn't mean your whole
fan base is considered Posh it's just
that your fan base may have more Posh
people than not it's in a very wealthy
area of London um so therefore you're
going to attract more wealth um and more
maybe eccentric ways of being I had a
really fun time though atmosphere could
be a that the stadium was incredible
butly went until a flat game wasn't like
a derby or something but I would
recommend going because I think it's one
of the most beautiful stadiums in the
whole of the UK had a really fun time
halftime wine is interesting but other
than that I've beenis they like more
football videos and more football shirt
videos as well chiao chiao bye
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