Giovanniland

Giovanniland's Football Team Arrives in Ryxtylopia
Ryxenia, Ryxtylopia - The Giovannilandian National Football Team (Esquadra Nationale Giovanniterrana Pedesfere, in Giovannese) has arrived at the Ryxtylopian capital city for the start of the 3rd World Cup of Football. The 33-player strong team will be playing in Group B for the group stage, together with Cambria, United Adaikes, and Teralyon from Polaris, the latter of which the Giovannilandians will meet on the first matchday, as well as the Nuran nations of Sekiya and Peourouin.
The national team has seen many changes since the last edition of the World Cup, most notably Gustavo Zapata replacing Lorentio Santo-Ferrari as team captain. Gustavo scored goals for Giovanniland in the two previous World Cup, and also led the nation's football in the past Summer Esferiads, being the leader in goals and assistances while being a key contributor to Giovanniland's two silver medals in Saint-Josalyn and then Quorivo-Kharventhin. Interviewed about his expectations for the upcoming World Cup by the Nuntikarta, Gustavo replied he hopes that Giovanniland can surpass its previous record of the Round of 16.
1423 Chess Championship Near
Sonserina, Akallia, Giovanniland - While most of the world is currently focused on the 3rd World Cup of Football happening in Ryxtylopia, many in Giovanniland are also looking forward to one of the nation's most famous competitions. The 1423 Giovanniland Chess Championship is slated to happen in December of this year, and preparations are finishing while the regional competitions host their last matches to decide which chess players will participate in this grand national event.
Chess is one of the leading sports of Giovanniland, available since childhood in most schools as an option for those who are not very skilled in physical sports, and this event that has happened yearly since 1354 usually earns recognition from the nation's prime minister. The current holder of the position, Elisa Anario-Silva, has already confirmed her visit to the event, and this year the Chess Championship promises to be even more special since it will end as the Lavender Festival starts, which is a national celebration of the new year.
Fourty participants will be participating in the event, these places having been divided into places for each region allocated in proportion to regional population, aside from one spot automatically reserved for the defending champion, Guillermo Uryde-Amorino from Primolido, which has won the last two editions. Several notable players from the past editions have already qualified, including but not limited to Giovanni Amdo-Gyasso and Raffella Quadrigaro from Giovannia Magna, Vittor Nyima-Lyamo from Altana, as well as Lavanda Rosetta-Lyra and Karlo Neurino-Sousa from Lavanda Prima.
Economy of Giovanniland Continues Strong
Giovannia Capital City, Giovanniland - The Giovannilandian economy finishes another month in a strong position, maintaining its place as the fourth largest economy of Esferos and also keeping the nation's place among the world's highest Gross Domestic Product (GDP) per capita values. Giovanniland's GDP PPP is valued at $1,406,647,221,920 while the per capita index is at $48,000, with the highest contribution coming from the tertiary or services sector, followed by the secondary or industrial sector and at last the primary sector.
The tertiary sectors accounts for 72% of the national economy, with significant participation from the trading, finances, and tourism areas. An example is banking, with the nation's leading banks known internationally for their secure systems and lower taxes, although the government receives a fee to ensure the sector's strength and there are also mechanisms to avoid illegal money deposits. Eco-tourism has also seen continued growth, as the nation's environmental policies ensure that visitors can experience lands as diverse as the rainforests of northern Lavender Island to the southern Giovandolian Mountains.
Meanwhile, the secondary sector contributes to 26.5% of the national GDP and is very diverse. The technological industry is headed in the Primolido and Altana regions, in Aura and Andolia respectively, and retains its place among the nation's spotlights due to its high advancement. The food industry, strongest in the Abrenosto region, has also seen a notable increase ahead of the end of year celebrations, when many in the nation hold special events and several cities also brace for significant tourism. On the other hand, the retail and automobile industries were among those marking a slight decrease, although it is hoped this will be overcome soon.
Finally, despite its far smaller contribution of 1.5% to the economy and a retraction this month, the primary sector maintains its importance as the basis for many of the nation's more advanced exports. Due to its tropical location, Giovanniland is a significant producer of a variety of crops, including but not limted to bananas, coconuts, papayas, cassava, cocoa, coffee, rice, sweet potato, and tea. Mining operations also continue, especially in the Spandorto and Kordelleria regions, although mindful of the nation's environmental regulations.

Results of the 1st Match Day of the Group Stage
Group A Ryxtylopia 1–1 Kalmach Larxia 1–1 Rivalfiume Overthinkers 1–0 Alchera (NPC) Group A Pld W D L GF GA GD Pts 1 Overthinkers 1 1 0 0 1 0 +1 3 2 Kalmach 1 0 1 0 1 1 0 1 Larxia 1 0 1 0 1 1 0 1 Rivalfiume 1 0 1 0 1 1 0 1 Ryxtylopia 1 0 1 0 1 1 0 1 6 Alchera (NPC) 1 0 0 1 0 1 −1 0 Group B Cambria 4–3 Peourouin United Adaikes 1–0 Sekiya Giovanniland 1–0 Teralyon Group B Pld W D L GF GA GD Pts 1 Cambria 1 1 0 0 4 3 +1 3 2 Giovanniland 1 1 0 0 1 0 +1 3 United Adaikes 1 1 0 0 1 0 +1 3 4 Peourouin 1 0 0 1 3 4 −1 0 5 Sekiya 1 0 0 1 0 1 −1 0 Teralyon 1 0 0 1 0 1 −1 0 Group C Nieubasria 4–0 Ionia Fujai 1–0 Candelu Hertfordshire and Jammbo 0–0 Saint Mark Group C Pld W D L GF GA GD Pts 1 Nieubasria 1 1 0 0 4 0 +4 3 2 Fujai 1 1 0 0 1 0 +1 3 3 Hertfordshire and Jammbo 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 Saint Mark 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 5 Candelu 1 0 0 1 0 1 −1 0 6 Ionia 1 0 0 1 0 4 −4 0 Group D Arifiyyah 1–0 Aukera Dalimbar 1–0 Pedandria Zoran 2–1 Libterraria (NPC) Group D Pld W D L GF GA GD Pts 1 Zoran 1 1 0 0 2 1 +1 3 2 Arifiyyah 1 1 0 0 1 0 +1 3 Dalimbar 1 1 0 0 1 0 +1 3 4 Libterraria (NPC) 1 0 0 1 1 2 −1 0 5 Aukera 1 0 0 1 0 1 −1 0 Pedandria 1 0 0 1 0 1 −1 0

Giovannilandian National Football Team
Esquadra Nationale Giovanniterrana Pedesfere
Background:
Football, called pedesfera in Giovannese (from 'pede' meaning foot and 'sfera' meaning ball or sphere), is one of the most popular sports in the nation, alongside other common sports such as volleyball, rugby, and chess. Giovanniland has several notable teams competing in the nation's upper leagues that get millions of fans every year, such as the Bellatori Violeti (Warriors), the Quire Quorivane (Spears), the Arare Andoliavillesi (Macaws) and the Gavie Giovanniane (Hawks). These and other teams make up the Prima Liga with a total of 20 participants, the four highest getting the chance to play international tournaments while the four lowest are relegated to the Sekunda Liga, which has a similar system of promotions to the Prima Liga and relegations to the Tertia Liga.
Style mod: +2
Stadium: Arena Abrentana, Giovannia
Manager: Teresa Albavetta
Coach: Hettor Ottavio-Linare
Starting XI:
Name Age Position Home City Sergio Pradobeno-Turri 26 Goalkeeper Andoliavilla Tiberio Nyima-Zutrino 21 Center Back Uryde Manuella Giakobo 28 Center Back Porto Violeto Onofrio Kalvente-Amafini 24 Left Outside Back Nenofre Vittoria Oriastella 25 Right Outside Back Islamagna Lorentio Santo-Ferrari 29 Defending Midfield Annavilla Gabriella Orfeo 27 Center Midfield Amorante Giustiniano Nottua-Glabrio 21 Attacking Midfield Abrentopole Gustavo Zapata (C) 22 Striker Giovannia Klementina de Abreo-Florino 23 Striker Quorivo Matteo Ventomar 21 Striker Andoliavilla Reserve Players:
Name Age Position Home City Mariano Aqualta Voluseno 23 Goalkeeper Lunoddo Amanda Savora 27 Goalkeeper Abrentopole Sandra Persona-Fonti 20 Center Back Karlopole Valentino Rustikellio 25 Center Back Bayabella Margerita Desnia Aristo 23 Center Back Villaflori Teodoro Sonserina 21 Center Back Kastellavando Giuno Linare-Talisio 26 Left Outside Back Flaviopole Gioseppe Offerio-Apustio 27 Left Outside Back Annavilla Tadeo Gyasso 23 Right Outside Back Giovannia Sergio Feragi Faustiano 24 Right Outside Back Porto Violeto Erasmo Vedio-Sabidio 30 Defending Midfield Vinikiana Liana Arboreto Amorante 25 Defending Midfield Dazano Nikolo Veranio 27 Center Midfield Gioseppole Mara Erdene-Aruna 19 Center Midfield Potestana Giovanni-Pietro Lamontana 21 Attacking Midfield Portovini Hortensia Purparbone 24 Attacking Midfield Uryde Mariana Lavandula-Savora 28 Striker Porto Violeto Tarutio Lukulli 19 Striker Giovannia Aurelio Duvina 21 Striker Karlopole Emilia Artena-Lurtone 25 Striker Ferdira Terentio Ugyeno 23 Striker Nova Lavanda Giordana Gavio-Akronio 22 Striker Salvoregno Jerseys:

If my opponent RPs first, they may...
Injure my players: no
Assign my players yellow cards: yes
Assign my players red cards: yes
Godmod injuries: no
Godmod scoring: no
Godmod other events: no

Giovanniland's Football Team Arrives in Ryxtylopia
Ryxenia, Ryxtylopia - The Giovannilandian National Football Team (Esquadra Nationale Giovanniterrana Pedesfere, in Giovannese) has arrived at the Ryxtylopian capital city for the start of the 3rd World Cup of Football. The 33-player strong team will be playing in Group B for the group stage, together with Cambria, United Adaikes, and Teralyon from Polaris, the latter of which the Giovannilandians will meet on the first matchday, as well as the Nuran nations of Sekiya and Peourouin.
The national team has seen many changes since the last edition of the World Cup, most notably Gustavo Zapata replacing Lorentio Santo-Ferrari as team captain. Gustavo scored goals for Giovanniland in the two previous World Cup, and also led the nation's football in the past Summer Esferiads, being the leader in goals and assistances while being a key contributor to Giovanniland's two silver medals in Saint-Josalyn and then Quorivo-Kharventhin. Interviewed about his expectations for the upcoming World Cup by the Nuntikarta, Gustavo replied he hopes that Giovanniland can surpass its previous record of the Round of 16.
1423 Chess Championship Near
Sonserina, Akallia, Giovanniland - While most of the world is currently focused on the 3rd World Cup of Football happening in Ryxtylopia, many in Giovanniland are also looking forward to one of the nation's most famous competitions. The 1423 Giovanniland Chess Championship is slated to happen in December of this year, and preparations are finishing while the regional competitions host their last matches to decide which chess players will participate in this grand national event.
Chess is one of the leading sports of Giovanniland, available since childhood in most schools as an option for those who are not very skilled in physical sports, and this event that has happened yearly since 1354 usually earns recognition from the nation's prime minister. The current holder of the position, Elisa Anario-Silva, has already confirmed her visit to the event, and this year the Chess Championship promises to be even more special since it will end as the Lavender Festival starts, which is a national celebration of the new year.
Fourty participants will be participating in the event, these places having been divided into places for each region allocated in proportion to regional population, aside from one spot automatically reserved for the defending champion, Guillermo Uryde-Amorino from Primolido, which has won the last two editions. Several notable players from the past editions have already qualified, including but not limited to Giovanni Amdo-Gyasso and Raffella Quadrigaro from Giovannia Magna, Vittor Nyima-Lyamo from Altana, as well as Lavanda Rosetta-Lyra and Karlo Neurino-Sousa from Lavanda Prima.
Economy of Giovanniland Continues Strong
Giovannia Capital City, Giovanniland - The Giovannilandian economy finishes another month in a strong position, maintaining its place as the fourth largest economy of Esferos and also keeping the nation's place among the world's highest Gross Domestic Product (GDP) per capita values. Giovanniland's GDP PPP is valued at $1,406,647,221,920 while the per capita index is at $48,000, with the highest contribution coming from the tertiary or services sector, followed by the secondary or industrial sector and at last the primary sector.
The tertiary sectors accounts for 72% of the national economy, with significant participation from the trading, finances, and tourism areas. An example is banking, with the nation's leading banks known internationally for their secure systems and lower taxes, although the government receives a fee to ensure the sector's strength and there are also mechanisms to avoid illegal money deposits. Eco-tourism has also seen continued growth, as the nation's environmental policies ensure that visitors can experience lands as diverse as the rainforests of northern Lavender Island to the southern Giovandolian Mountains.
Meanwhile, the secondary sector contributes to 26.5% of the national GDP and is very diverse. The technological industry is headed in the Primolido and Altana regions, in Aura and Andolia respectively, and retains its place among the nation's spotlights due to its high advancement. The food industry, strongest in the Abrenosto region, has also seen a notable increase ahead of the end of year celebrations, when many in the nation hold special events and several cities also brace for significant tourism. On the other hand, the retail and automobile industries were among those marking a slight decrease, although it is hoped this will be overcome soon.
Finally, despite its far smaller contribution of 1.5% to the economy and a retraction this month, the primary sector maintains its importance as the basis for many of the nation's more advanced exports. Due to its tropical location, Giovanniland is a significant producer of a variety of crops, including but not limted to bananas, coconuts, papayas, cassava, cocoa, coffee, rice, sweet potato, and tea. Mining operations also continue, especially in the Spandorto and Kordelleria regions, although mindful of the nation's environmental regulations.

Giovanniland's Football Team Arrives in Ryxtylopia
Ryxenia, Ryxtylopia - The Giovannilandian National Football Team (Esquadra Nationale Giovanniterrana Pedesfere, in Giovannese) has arrived at the Ryxtylopian capital city for the start of the 3rd World Cup of Football. The 33-player strong team will be playing in Group B for the group stage, together with Cambria, United Adaikes, and Teralyon from Polaris, the latter of which the Giovannilandians will meet on the first matchday, as well as the Nuran nations of Sekiya and Peourouin.
The national team has seen many changes since the last edition of the World Cup, most notably Gustavo Zapata replacing Lorentio Santo-Ferrari as team captain. Gustavo scored goals for Giovanniland in the two previous World Cup, and also led the nation's football in the past Summer Esferiads, being the leader in goals and assistances while being a key contributor to Giovanniland's two silver medals in Saint-Josalyn and then Quorivo-Kharventhin. Interviewed about his expectations for the upcoming World Cup by the Nuntikarta, Gustavo replied he hopes that Giovanniland can surpass its previous record of the Round of 16.
1423 Chess Championship Near
Sonserina, Akallia, Giovanniland - While most of the world is currently focused on the 3rd World Cup of Football happening in Ryxtylopia, many in Giovanniland are also looking forward to one of the nation's most famous competitions. The 1423 Giovanniland Chess Championship is slated to happen in December of this year, and preparations are finishing while the regional competitions host their last matches to decide which chess players will participate in this grand national event.
Chess is one of the leading sports of Giovanniland, available since childhood in most schools as an option for those who are not very skilled in physical sports, and this event that has happened yearly since 1354 usually earns recognition from the nation's prime minister. The current holder of the position, Elisa Anario-Silva, has already confirmed her visit to the event, and this year the Chess Championship promises to be even more special since it will end as the Lavender Festival starts, which is a national celebration of the new year.
Fourty participants will be participating in the event, these places having been divided into places for each region allocated in proportion to regional population, aside from one spot automatically reserved for the defending champion, Guillermo Uryde-Amorino from Primolido, which has won the last two editions. Several notable players from the past editions have already qualified, including but not limited to Giovanni Amdo-Gyasso and Raffella Quadrigaro from Giovannia Magna, Vittor Nyima-Lyamo from Altana, as well as Lavanda Rosetta-Lyra and Karlo Neurino-Sousa from Lavanda Prima.
Economy of Giovanniland Continues Strong
Giovannia Capital City, Giovanniland - The Giovannilandian economy finishes another month in a strong position, maintaining its place as the fourth largest economy of Esferos and also keeping the nation's place among the world's highest Gross Domestic Product (GDP) per capita values. Giovanniland's GDP PPP is valued at $1,406,647,221,920 while the per capita index is at $48,000, with the highest contribution coming from the tertiary or services sector, followed by the secondary or industrial sector and at last the primary sector.
The tertiary sectors accounts for 72% of the national economy, with significant participation from the trading, finances, and tourism areas. An example is banking, with the nation's leading banks known internationally for their secure systems and lower taxes, although the government receives a fee to ensure the sector's strength and there are also mechanisms to avoid illegal money deposits. Eco-tourism has also seen continued growth, as the nation's environmental policies ensure that visitors can experience lands as diverse as the rainforests of northern Lavender Island to the southern Giovandolian Mountains.
Meanwhile, the secondary sector contributes to 26.5% of the national GDP and is very diverse. The technological industry is headed in the Primolido and Altana regions, in Aura and Andolia respectively, and retains its place among the nation's spotlights due to its high advancement. The food industry, strongest in the Abrenosto region, has also seen a notable increase ahead of the end of year celebrations, when many in the nation hold special events and several cities also brace for significant tourism. On the other hand, the retail and automobile industries were among those marking a slight decrease, although it is hoped this will be overcome soon.
Finally, despite its far smaller contribution of 1.5% to the economy and a retraction this month, the primary sector maintains its importance as the basis for many of the nation's more advanced exports. Due to its tropical location, Giovanniland is a significant producer of a variety of crops, including but not limted to bananas, coconuts, papayas, cassava, cocoa, coffee, rice, sweet potato, and tea. Mining operations also continue, especially in the Spandorto and Kordelleria regions, although mindful of the nation's environmental regulations.

Giovannilandian National Football Team
Esquadra Nationale Giovanniterrana Pedesfere
Background:
Football, called pedesfera in Giovannese (from 'pede' meaning foot and 'sfera' meaning ball or sphere), is one of the most popular sports in the nation, alongside other common sports such as volleyball, rugby, and chess. Giovanniland has several notable teams competing in the nation's upper leagues that get millions of fans every year, such as the Bellatori Violeti (Warriors), the Quire Quorivane (Spears), the Arare Andoliavillesi (Macaws) and the Gavie Giovanniane (Hawks). These and other teams make up the Prima Liga with a total of 20 participants, the four highest getting the chance to play international tournaments while the four lowest are relegated to the Sekunda Liga, which has a similar system of promotions to the Prima Liga and relegations to the Tertia Liga.
Style mod: +2
Stadium: Arena Abrentana, Giovannia
Manager: Teresa Albavetta
Coach: Hettor Ottavio-Linare
Starting XI:
Name Age Position Home City Sergio Pradobeno-Turri 26 Goalkeeper Andoliavilla Tiberio Nyima-Zutrino 21 Center Back Uryde Manuella Giakobo 28 Center Back Porto Violeto Onofrio Kalvente-Amafini 24 Left Outside Back Nenofre Vittoria Oriastella 25 Right Outside Back Islamagna Lorentio Santo-Ferrari 29 Defending Midfield Annavilla Gabriella Orfeo 27 Center Midfield Amorante Giustiniano Nottua-Glabrio 21 Attacking Midfield Abrentopole Gustavo Zapata (C) 22 Striker Giovannia Klementina de Abreo-Florino 23 Striker Quorivo Matteo Ventomar 21 Striker Andoliavilla Reserve Players:
Name Age Position Home City Mariano Aqualta Voluseno 23 Goalkeeper Lunoddo Amanda Savora 27 Goalkeeper Abrentopole Sandra Persona-Fonti 20 Center Back Karlopole Valentino Rustikellio 25 Center Back Bayabella Margerita Desnia Aristo 23 Center Back Villaflori Teodoro Sonserina 21 Center Back Kastellavando Giuno Linare-Talisio 26 Left Outside Back Flaviopole Gioseppe Offerio-Apustio 27 Left Outside Back Annavilla Tadeo Gyasso 23 Right Outside Back Giovannia Sergio Feragi Faustiano 24 Right Outside Back Porto Violeto Erasmo Vedio-Sabidio 30 Defending Midfield Vinikiana Liana Arboreto Amorante 25 Defending Midfield Dazano Nikolo Veranio 27 Center Midfield Gioseppole Mara Erdene-Aruna 19 Center Midfield Potestana Giovanni-Pietro Lamontana 21 Attacking Midfield Portovini Hortensia Purparbone 24 Attacking Midfield Uryde Mariana Lavandula-Savora 28 Striker Porto Violeto Tarutio Lukulli 19 Striker Giovannia Aurelio Duvina 21 Striker Karlopole Emilia Artena-Lurtone 25 Striker Ferdira Terentio Ugyeno 23 Striker Nova Lavanda Giordana Gavio-Akronio 22 Striker Salvoregno Jerseys:

If my opponent RPs first, they may...
Injure my players: no
Assign my players yellow cards: yes
Assign my players red cards: yes
Godmod injuries: no
Godmod scoring: no
Godmod other events: no

Giovanniland's Football Team Arrives in Ryxtylopia
Ryxenia, Ryxtylopia - The Giovannilandian National Football Team (Esquadra Nationale Giovanniterrana Pedesfere, in Giovannese) has arrived at the Ryxtylopian capital city for the start of the 3rd World Cup of Football. The 33-player strong team will be playing in Group B for the group stage, together with Cambria, United Adaikes, and Teralyon from Polaris, the latter of which the Giovannilandians will meet on the first matchday, as well as the Nuran nations of Sekiya and Peourouin.
The national team has seen many changes since the last edition of the World Cup, most notably Gustavo Zapata replacing Lorentio Santo-Ferrari as team captain. Gustavo scored goals for Giovanniland in the two previous World Cup, and also led the nation's football in the past Summer Esferiads, being the leader in goals and assistances while being a key contributor to Giovanniland's two silver medals in Saint-Josalyn and then Quorivo-Kharventhin. Interviewed about his expectations for the upcoming World Cup by the Nuntikarta, Gustavo replied he hopes that Giovanniland can surpass its previous record of the Round of 16.
1423 Chess Championship Near
Sonserina, Akallia, Giovanniland - While most of the world is currently focused on the 3rd World Cup of Football happening in Ryxtylopia, many in Giovanniland are also looking forward to one of the nation's most famous competitions. The 1423 Giovanniland Chess Championship is slated to happen in December of this year, and preparations are finishing while the regional competitions host their last matches to decide which chess players will participate in this grand national event.
Chess is one of the leading sports of Giovanniland, available since childhood in most schools as an option for those who are not very skilled in physical sports, and this event that has happened yearly since 1354 usually earns recognition from the nation's prime minister. The current holder of the position, Elisa Anario-Silva, has already confirmed her visit to the event, and this year the Chess Championship promises to be even more special since it will end as the Lavender Festival starts, which is a national celebration of the new year.
Fourty participants will be participating in the event, these places having been divided into places for each region allocated in proportion to regional population, aside from one spot automatically reserved for the defending champion, Guillermo Uryde-Amorino from Primolido, which has won the last two editions. Several notable players from the past editions have already qualified, including but not limited to Giovanni Amdo-Gyasso and Raffella Quadrigaro from Giovannia Magna, Vittor Nyima-Lyamo from Altana, as well as Lavanda Rosetta-Lyra and Karlo Neurino-Sousa from Lavanda Prima.
Economy of Giovanniland Continues Strong
Giovannia Capital City, Giovanniland - The Giovannilandian economy finishes another month in a strong position, maintaining its place as the fourth largest economy of Esferos and also keeping the nation's place among the world's highest Gross Domestic Product (GDP) per capita values. Giovanniland's GDP PPP is valued at $1,406,647,221,920 while the per capita index is at $48,000, with the highest contribution coming from the tertiary or services sector, followed by the secondary or industrial sector and at last the primary sector.
The tertiary sectors accounts for 72% of the national economy, with significant participation from the trading, finances, and tourism areas. An example is banking, with the nation's leading banks known internationally for their secure systems and lower taxes, although the government receives a fee to ensure the sector's strength and there are also mechanisms to avoid illegal money deposits. Eco-tourism has also seen continued growth, as the nation's environmental policies ensure that visitors can experience lands as diverse as the rainforests of northern Lavender Island to the southern Giovandolian Mountains.
Meanwhile, the secondary sector contributes to 26.5% of the national GDP and is very diverse. The technological industry is headed in the Primolido and Altana regions, in Aura and Andolia respectively, and retains its place among the nation's spotlights due to its high advancement. The food industry, strongest in the Abrenosto region, has also seen a notable increase ahead of the end of year celebrations, when many in the nation hold special events and several cities also brace for significant tourism. On the other hand, the retail and automobile industries were among those marking a slight decrease, although it is hoped this will be overcome soon.
Finally, despite its far smaller contribution of 1.5% to the economy and a retraction this month, the primary sector maintains its importance as the basis for many of the nation's more advanced exports. Due to its tropical location, Giovanniland is a significant producer of a variety of crops, including but not limted to bananas, coconuts, papayas, cassava, cocoa, coffee, rice, sweet potato, and tea. Mining operations also continue, especially in the Spandorto and Kordelleria regions, although mindful of the nation's environmental regulations.

Giovanniland's Football Team Arrives in Ryxtylopia
Ryxenia, Ryxtylopia - The Giovannilandian National Football Team (Esquadra Nationale Giovanniterrana Pedesfere, in Giovannese) has arrived at the Ryxtylopian capital city for the start of the 3rd World Cup of Football. The 33-player strong team will be playing in Group B for the group stage, together with Cambria, United Adaikes, and Teralyon from Polaris, the latter of which the Giovannilandians will meet on the first matchday, as well as the Nuran nations of Sekiya and Peourouin.
The national team has seen many changes since the last edition of the World Cup, most notably Gustavo Zapata replacing Lorentio Santo-Ferrari as team captain. Gustavo scored goals for Giovanniland in the two previous World Cup, and also led the nation's football in the past Summer Esferiads, being the leader in goals and assistances while being a key contributor to Giovanniland's two silver medals in Saint-Josalyn and then Quorivo-Kharventhin. Interviewed about his expectations for the upcoming World Cup by the Nuntikarta, Gustavo replied he hopes that Giovanniland can surpass its previous record of the Round of 16.
1423 Chess Championship Near
Sonserina, Akallia, Giovanniland - While most of the world is currently focused on the 3rd World Cup of Football happening in Ryxtylopia, many in Giovanniland are also looking forward to one of the nation's most famous competitions. The 1423 Giovanniland Chess Championship is slated to happen in December of this year, and preparations are finishing while the regional competitions host their last matches to decide which chess players will participate in this grand national event.
Chess is one of the leading sports of Giovanniland, available since childhood in most schools as an option for those who are not very skilled in physical sports, and this event that has happened yearly since 1354 usually earns recognition from the nation's prime minister. The current holder of the position, Elisa Anario-Silva, has already confirmed her visit to the event, and this year the Chess Championship promises to be even more special since it will end as the Lavender Festival starts, which is a national celebration of the new year.
Fourty participants will be participating in the event, these places having been divided into places for each region allocated in proportion to regional population, aside from one spot automatically reserved for the defending champion, Guillermo Uryde-Amorino from Primolido, which has won the last two editions. Several notable players from the past editions have already qualified, including but not limited to Giovanni Amdo-Gyasso and Raffella Quadrigaro from Giovannia Magna, Vittor Nyima-Lyamo from Altana, as well as Lavanda Rosetta-Lyra and Karlo Neurino-Sousa from Lavanda Prima.
Economy of Giovanniland Continues Strong
Giovannia Capital City, Giovanniland - The Giovannilandian economy finishes another month in a strong position, maintaining its place as the fourth largest economy of Esferos and also keeping the nation's place among the world's highest Gross Domestic Product (GDP) per capita values. Giovanniland's GDP PPP is valued at $1,406,647,221,920 while the per capita index is at $48,000, with the highest contribution coming from the tertiary or services sector, followed by the secondary or industrial sector and at last the primary sector.
The tertiary sectors accounts for 72% of the national economy, with significant participation from the trading, finances, and tourism areas. An example is banking, with the nation's leading banks known internationally for their secure systems and lower taxes, although the government receives a fee to ensure the sector's strength and there are also mechanisms to avoid illegal money deposits. Eco-tourism has also seen continued growth, as the nation's environmental policies ensure that visitors can experience lands as diverse as the rainforests of northern Lavender Island to the southern Giovandolian Mountains.
Meanwhile, the secondary sector contributes to 26.5% of the national GDP and is very diverse. The technological industry is headed in the Primolido and Altana regions, in Aura and Andolia respectively, and retains its place among the nation's spotlights due to its high advancement. The food industry, strongest in the Abrenosto region, has also seen a notable increase ahead of the end of year celebrations, when many in the nation hold special events and several cities also brace for significant tourism. On the other hand, the retail and automobile industries were among those marking a slight decrease, although it is hoped this will be overcome soon.
Finally, despite its far smaller contribution of 1.5% to the economy and a retraction this month, the primary sector maintains its importance as the basis for many of the nation's more advanced exports. Due to its tropical location, Giovanniland is a significant producer of a variety of crops, including but not limted to bananas, coconuts, papayas, cassava, cocoa, coffee, rice, sweet potato, and tea. Mining operations also continue, especially in the Spandorto and Kordelleria regions, although mindful of the nation's environmental regulations.

Giovanniland's Football Team Arrives in Ryxtylopia
Ryxenia, Ryxtylopia - The Giovannilandian National Football Team (Esquadra Nationale Giovanniterrana Pedesfere, in Giovannese) has arrived at the Ryxtylopian capital city for the start of the 3rd World Cup of Football. The 33-player strong team will be playing in Group B for the group stage, together with Cambria, United Adaikes, and Teralyon from Polaris, the latter of which the Giovannilandians will meet on the first matchday, as well as the Nuran nations of Sekiya and Peourouin.
The national team has seen many changes since the last edition of the World Cup, most notably Gustavo Zapata replacing Lorentio Santo-Ferrari as team captain. Gustavo scored goals for Giovanniland in the two previous World Cup, and also led the nation's football in the past Summer Esferiads, being the leader in goals and assistances while being a key contributor to Giovanniland's two silver medals in Saint-Josalyn and then Quorivo-Kharventhin. Interviewed about his expectations for the upcoming World Cup by the Nuntikarta, Gustavo replied he hopes that Giovanniland can surpass its previous record of the Round of 16.
1423 Chess Championship Near
Sonserina, Akallia, Giovanniland - While most of the world is currently focused on the 3rd World Cup of Football happening in Ryxtylopia, many in Giovanniland are also looking forward to one of the nation's most famous competitions. The 1423 Giovanniland Chess Championship is slated to happen in December of this year, and preparations are finishing while the regional competitions host their last matches to decide which chess players will participate in this grand national event.
Chess is one of the leading sports of Giovanniland, available since childhood in most schools as an option for those who are not very skilled in physical sports, and this event that has happened yearly since 1354 usually earns recognition from the nation's prime minister. The current holder of the position, Elisa Anario-Silva, has already confirmed her visit to the event, and this year the Chess Championship promises to be even more special since it will end as the Lavender Festival starts, which is a national celebration of the new year.
Fourty participants will be participating in the event, these places having been divided into places for each region allocated in proportion to regional population, aside from one spot automatically reserved for the defending champion, Guillermo Uryde-Amorino from Primolido, which has won the last two editions. Several notable players from the past editions have already qualified, including but not limited to Giovanni Amdo-Gyasso and Raffella Quadrigaro from Giovannia Magna, Vittor Nyima-Lyamo from Altana, as well as Lavanda Rosetta-Lyra and Karlo Neurino-Sousa from Lavanda Prima.
Economy of Giovanniland Continues Strong
Giovannia Capital City, Giovanniland - The Giovannilandian economy finishes another month in a strong position, maintaining its place as the fourth largest economy of Esferos and also keeping the nation's place among the world's highest Gross Domestic Product (GDP) per capita values. Giovanniland's GDP PPP is valued at $1,406,647,221,920 while the per capita index is at $48,000, with the highest contribution coming from the tertiary or services sector, followed by the secondary or industrial sector and at last the primary sector.
The tertiary sectors accounts for 72% of the national economy, with significant participation from the trading, finances, and tourism areas. An example is banking, with the nation's leading banks known internationally for their secure systems and lower taxes, although the government receives a fee to ensure the sector's strength and there are also mechanisms to avoid illegal money deposits. Eco-tourism has also seen continued growth, as the nation's environmental policies ensure that visitors can experience lands as diverse as the rainforests of northern Lavender Island to the southern Giovandolian Mountains.
Meanwhile, the secondary sector contributes to 26.5% of the national GDP and is very diverse. The technological industry is headed in the Primolido and Altana regions, in Aura and Andolia respectively, and retains its place among the nation's spotlights due to its high advancement. The food industry, strongest in the Abrenosto region, has also seen a notable increase ahead of the end of year celebrations, when many in the nation hold special events and several cities also brace for significant tourism. On the other hand, the retail and automobile industries were among those marking a slight decrease, although it is hoped this will be overcome soon.
Finally, despite its far smaller contribution of 1.5% to the economy and a retraction this month, the primary sector maintains its importance as the basis for many of the nation's more advanced exports. Due to its tropical location, Giovanniland is a significant producer of a variety of crops, including but not limted to bananas, coconuts, papayas, cassava, cocoa, coffee, rice, sweet potato, and tea. Mining operations also continue, especially in the Spandorto and Kordelleria regions, although mindful of the nation's environmental regulations.

Giovanniland's Football Team Arrives in Ryxtylopia
Ryxenia, Ryxtylopia - The Giovannilandian National Football Team (Esquadra Nationale Giovanniterrana Pedesfere, in Giovannese) has arrived at the Ryxtylopian capital city for the start of the 3rd World Cup of Football. The 33-player strong team will be playing in Group B for the group stage, together with Cambria, United Adaikes, and Teralyon from Polaris, the latter of which the Giovannilandians will meet on the first matchday, as well as the Nuran nations of Sekiya and Peourouin.
The national team has seen many changes since the last edition of the World Cup, most notably Gustavo Zapata replacing Lorentio Santo-Ferrari as team captain. Gustavo scored goals for Giovanniland in the two previous World Cup, and also led the nation's football in the past Summer Esferiads, being the leader in goals and assistances while being a key contributor to Giovanniland's two silver medals in Saint-Josalyn and then Quorivo-Kharventhin. Interviewed about his expectations for the upcoming World Cup by the Nuntikarta, Gustavo replied he hopes that Giovanniland can surpass its previous record of the Round of 16.
1423 Chess Championship Near
Sonserina, Akallia, Giovanniland - While most of the world is currently focused on the 3rd World Cup of Football happening in Ryxtylopia, many in Giovanniland are also looking forward to one of the nation's most famous competitions. The 1423 Giovanniland Chess Championship is slated to happen in December of this year, and preparations are finishing while the regional competitions host their last matches to decide which chess players will participate in this grand national event.
Chess is one of the leading sports of Giovanniland, available since childhood in most schools as an option for those who are not very skilled in physical sports, and this event that has happened yearly since 1354 usually earns recognition from the nation's prime minister. The current holder of the position, Elisa Anario-Silva, has already confirmed her visit to the event, and this year the Chess Championship promises to be even more special since it will end as the Lavender Festival starts, which is a national celebration of the new year.
Fourty participants will be participating in the event, these places having been divided into places for each region allocated in proportion to regional population, aside from one spot automatically reserved for the defending champion, Guillermo Uryde-Amorino from Primolido, which has won the last two editions. Several notable players from the past editions have already qualified, including but not limited to Giovanni Amdo-Gyasso and Raffella Quadrigaro from Giovannia Magna, Vittor Nyima-Lyamo from Altana, as well as Lavanda Rosetta-Lyra and Karlo Neurino-Sousa from Lavanda Prima.
Economy of Giovanniland Continues Strong
Giovannia Capital City, Giovanniland - The Giovannilandian economy finishes another month in a strong position, maintaining its place as the fourth largest economy of Esferos and also keeping the nation's place among the world's highest Gross Domestic Product (GDP) per capita values. Giovanniland's GDP PPP is valued at $1,406,647,221,920 while the per capita index is at $48,000, with the highest contribution coming from the tertiary or services sector, followed by the secondary or industrial sector and at last the primary sector.
The tertiary sectors accounts for 72% of the national economy, with significant participation from the trading, finances, and tourism areas. An example is banking, with the nation's leading banks known internationally for their secure systems and lower taxes, although the government receives a fee to ensure the sector's strength and there are also mechanisms to avoid illegal money deposits. Eco-tourism has also seen continued growth, as the nation's environmental policies ensure that visitors can experience lands as diverse as the rainforests of northern Lavender Island to the southern Giovandolian Mountains.
Meanwhile, the secondary sector contributes to 26.5% of the national GDP and is very diverse. The technological industry is headed in the Primolido and Altana regions, in Aura and Andolia respectively, and retains its place among the nation's spotlights due to its high advancement. The food industry, strongest in the Abrenosto region, has also seen a notable increase ahead of the end of year celebrations, when many in the nation hold special events and several cities also brace for significant tourism. On the other hand, the retail and automobile industries were among those marking a slight decrease, although it is hoped this will be overcome soon.
Finally, despite its far smaller contribution of 1.5% to the economy and a retraction this month, the primary sector maintains its importance as the basis for many of the nation's more advanced exports. Due to its tropical location, Giovanniland is a significant producer of a variety of crops, including but not limted to bananas, coconuts, papayas, cassava, cocoa, coffee, rice, sweet potato, and tea. Mining operations also continue, especially in the Spandorto and Kordelleria regions, although mindful of the nation's environmental regulations.

Mussa was startled by a sudden noise and opened one of his eyes. As he turned the lights on, the faint whirring of a lightbulb echoed throughout the room.
How long had he slept since he got back to the hotel room? Mussa quickly looked left and right, as if the walls could answer his question. The last days of training had been very demanding, and the long flight had not been kind to him, as he still had to recover fully.
He slowly got out of his bed and looked out of the window. Ryxenia’s bright city lights cut through the dark sky, as if they were a sea of artificial stars. Mussa had never traveled so far away in his life. He was used to living in his native town, small even by fluvian standards. Instead, the Ryxtylopian Capital seemed to stretch endlessly, and he struggled to visualize the sheer size of it. “A single city that contains almost all citizens of Rivalfiume,” he thought to himself. 
But Mussa’s thoughts were cut short by a faint siren noise, as several police lights briefly lit up the distant city streets, painting them bright blue. Mussa followed the police lights with his eyes, until they disappeared behind a large building. It seemed like a lot of police was required. He didn't think too much of it.

"Besides, it's such a huge city..."

Mussa admired the city landscape one more time before turning to his bed. “Sleeping will help me recover and stay sharp for the oncoming matches.” he thought, before shutting off the lights.

The Big Day - Fire n’ Fireworks
 
As police cars stood outside and the checkpoints near the Rivalda calmed down from the wave of laser pointers collected, the ceremony finally began at 12:00, with important figures taking place at one of the boxes in the center part of one of the sides of the stadium.
The president of the FRF: Hildo Gailavéz stepped up to give a brief speech to a crowd, both Ryxtylopians foreigners and the press.
“I welcome everybody to Ryxtylopia, were me and the FRF, in cooperation with the government are proud to announce that after our bid for the III World Cup of Football was accepted we’re happy to receive you all here.”
Gailavéz slightly adjusts his tie.
“Its of the greatest honors for me the FRF and Ryxtylopia to host this tournament, and the intense work and investments have paid off, we are confident of our nation’s ability to host this tournament and i as well as all the people here hope that this tournament will be remembered as one of the best in the edition for decades to come.”
Gailavéz steps down as the crowd start applauding, in time for the president Edyuardo, to step up; a complicated man for sure, wanting to protect the average ryxtylopian whilst selling out the country’s labor, helping big business and allowing foreigners to set up a military presence in Ryxtylopia.
Edyuardo started his brief speech to oficially mark the start of the tournament, before the first match between Ryxtylopia and Kalmach would happen in a few hours.
The crowd applauds him.
“Thank you, thank you, like my fellow compatriot said i'm very proud that my country will get to host this tournament.”
Edyuardo pauses for a moment as he read the speech, just as the cameras focused on him to see a green dot, on his face, a laser had gotten through, however this laser was only able to stay focused on his face for less than half a minute as security forces off camera quickly apprehended to perpetrator and took them away.
“And now with this, im proud to announce, this 17th of November, of the year 1423 the World Cup of Football in Ryxtylopia, to mark the third edition of the tournament has now officially started!”
 

 
The crowd applauds and cheers, as bags of balloons are released; the president stays in place as a speaker announces:
“Now with accord with the law, we will honor the president of the nation, and all ryxtylopian citizens by playing the national anthem of the Ryxtylopian Federation, followed by the cultural tournament.”
The Ryxtylopian national anthem starts playing, most stood respectfully but a group in the crowd whistled and booed during the ordeal, while it wasn’t too loud, it was audible making it sort of an akward moment, for the duration of the anthem.
But soon after the anthem stopped, music started playing as the cultural exposition started, with traditional ryxtylopian music playing as dancers went to the pitch to give a brief cultural exposition.
This lasted about an hour before it ended, the president gave one final remark:
“And I give a cordial welcome to all the foreigners that have decided to travel here to watch the tournament. I and the rest of the ministers hope that you will have a great time here and this will be one of the best tournaments in the history of world football.”
The crowds cheered and some booed in the corner as the president stepped down, the fireworks were scheduled after the match with kalmach later in the day, for now he took another route into his limo waiting outside, since with about 4 hours left before the match, he needed to discuss things with Gilchabó, the two parted off from the stadium at 1:14 p.m. 
 

Giovannilandian National Football Team
Esquadra Nationale Giovanniterrana Pedesfere
Background:
Football, called pedesfera in Giovannese (from 'pede' meaning foot and 'sfera' meaning ball or sphere), is one of the most popular sports in the nation, alongside other common sports such as volleyball, rugby, and chess. Giovanniland has several notable teams competing in the nation's upper leagues that get millions of fans every year, such as the Bellatori Violeti (Warriors), the Quire Quorivane (Spears), the Arare Andoliavillesi (Macaws) and the Gavie Giovanniane (Hawks). These and other teams make up the Prima Liga with a total of 20 participants, the four highest getting the chance to play international tournaments while the four lowest are relegated to the Sekunda Liga, which has a similar system of promotions to the Prima Liga and relegations to the Tertia Liga.
Style mod: +2
Stadium: Arena Abrentana, Giovannia
Manager: Teresa Albavetta
Coach: Hettor Ottavio-Linare
Starting XI:
Name Age Position Home City Sergio Pradobeno-Turri 26 Goalkeeper Andoliavilla Tiberio Nyima-Zutrino 21 Center Back Uryde Manuella Giakobo 28 Center Back Porto Violeto Onofrio Kalvente-Amafini 24 Left Outside Back Nenofre Vittoria Oriastella 25 Right Outside Back Islamagna Lorentio Santo-Ferrari 29 Defending Midfield Annavilla Gabriella Orfeo 27 Center Midfield Amorante Giustiniano Nottua-Glabrio 21 Attacking Midfield Abrentopole Gustavo Zapata (C) 22 Striker Giovannia Klementina de Abreo-Florino 23 Striker Quorivo Matteo Ventomar 21 Striker Andoliavilla Reserve Players:
Name Age Position Home City Mariano Aqualta Voluseno 23 Goalkeeper Lunoddo Amanda Savora 27 Goalkeeper Abrentopole Sandra Persona-Fonti 20 Center Back Karlopole Valentino Rustikellio 25 Center Back Bayabella Margerita Desnia Aristo 23 Center Back Villaflori Teodoro Sonserina 21 Center Back Kastellavando Giuno Linare-Talisio 26 Left Outside Back Flaviopole Gioseppe Offerio-Apustio 27 Left Outside Back Annavilla Tadeo Gyasso 23 Right Outside Back Giovannia Sergio Feragi Faustiano 24 Right Outside Back Porto Violeto Erasmo Vedio-Sabidio 30 Defending Midfield Vinikiana Liana Arboreto Amorante 25 Defending Midfield Dazano Nikolo Veranio 27 Center Midfield Gioseppole Mara Erdene-Aruna 19 Center Midfield Potestana Giovanni-Pietro Lamontana 21 Attacking Midfield Portovini Hortensia Purparbone 24 Attacking Midfield Uryde Mariana Lavandula-Savora 28 Striker Porto Violeto Tarutio Lukulli 19 Striker Giovannia Aurelio Duvina 21 Striker Karlopole Emilia Artena-Lurtone 25 Striker Ferdira Terentio Ugyeno 23 Striker Nova Lavanda Giordana Gavio-Akronio 22 Striker Salvoregno Jerseys:

If my opponent RPs first, they may...
Injure my players: no
Assign my players yellow cards: yes
Assign my players red cards: yes
Godmod injuries: no
Godmod scoring: no
Godmod other events: no

Giovannilandian National Football Team
Esquadra Nationale Giovanniterrana Pedesfere
Background:
Football, called pedesfera in Giovannese (from 'pede' meaning foot and 'sfera' meaning ball or sphere), is one of the most popular sports in the nation, alongside other common sports such as volleyball, rugby, and chess. Giovanniland has several notable teams competing in the nation's upper leagues that get millions of fans every year, such as the Bellatori Violeti (Warriors), the Quire Quorivane (Spears), the Arare Andoliavillesi (Macaws) and the Gavie Giovanniane (Hawks). These and other teams make up the Prima Liga with a total of 20 participants, the four highest getting the chance to play international tournaments while the four lowest are relegated to the Sekunda Liga, which has a similar system of promotions to the Prima Liga and relegations to the Tertia Liga.
Style mod: +2
Stadium: Arena Abrentana, Giovannia
Manager: Teresa Albavetta
Coach: Hettor Ottavio-Linare
Starting XI:
Name Age Position Home City Sergio Pradobeno-Turri 26 Goalkeeper Andoliavilla Tiberio Nyima-Zutrino 21 Center Back Uryde Manuella Giakobo 28 Center Back Porto Violeto Onofrio Kalvente-Amafini 24 Left Outside Back Nenofre Vittoria Oriastella 25 Right Outside Back Islamagna Lorentio Santo-Ferrari 29 Defending Midfield Annavilla Gabriella Orfeo 27 Center Midfield Amorante Giustiniano Nottua-Glabrio 21 Attacking Midfield Abrentopole Gustavo Zapata (C) 22 Striker Giovannia Klementina de Abreo-Florino 23 Striker Quorivo Matteo Ventomar 21 Striker Andoliavilla Reserve Players:
Name Age Position Home City Mariano Aqualta Voluseno 23 Goalkeeper Lunoddo Amanda Savora 27 Goalkeeper Abrentopole Sandra Persona-Fonti 20 Center Back Karlopole Valentino Rustikellio 25 Center Back Bayabella Margerita Desnia Aristo 23 Center Back Villaflori Teodoro Sonserina 21 Center Back Kastellavando Giuno Linare-Talisio 26 Left Outside Back Flaviopole Gioseppe Offerio-Apustio 27 Left Outside Back Annavilla Tadeo Gyasso 23 Right Outside Back Giovannia Sergio Feragi Faustiano 24 Right Outside Back Porto Violeto Erasmo Vedio-Sabidio 30 Defending Midfield Vinikiana Liana Arboreto Amorante 25 Defending Midfield Dazano Nikolo Veranio 27 Center Midfield Gioseppole Mara Erdene-Aruna 19 Center Midfield Potestana Giovanni-Pietro Lamontana 21 Attacking Midfield Portovini Hortensia Purparbone 24 Attacking Midfield Uryde Mariana Lavandula-Savora 28 Striker Porto Violeto Tarutio Lukulli 19 Striker Giovannia Aurelio Duvina 21 Striker Karlopole Emilia Artena-Lurtone 25 Striker Ferdira Terentio Ugyeno 23 Striker Nova Lavanda Giordana Gavio-Akronio 22 Striker Salvoregno Jerseys:

If my opponent RPs first, they may...
Injure my players: no
Assign my players yellow cards: yes
Assign my players red cards: yes
Godmod injuries: no
Godmod scoring: no
Godmod other events: no

Giovannilandian National Football Team
Esquadra Nationale Giovanniterrana Pedesfere
Background:
Football, called pedesfera in Giovannese (from 'pede' meaning foot and 'sfera' meaning ball or sphere), is one of the most popular sports in the nation, alongside other common sports such as volleyball, rugby, and chess. Giovanniland has several notable teams competing in the nation's upper leagues that get millions of fans every year, such as the Bellatori Violeti (Warriors), the Quire Quorivane (Spears), the Arare Andoliavillesi (Macaws) and the Gavie Giovanniane (Hawks). These and other teams make up the Prima Liga with a total of 20 participants, the four highest getting the chance to play international tournaments while the four lowest are relegated to the Sekunda Liga, which has a similar system of promotions to the Prima Liga and relegations to the Tertia Liga.
Style mod: +2
Stadium: Arena Abrentana, Giovannia
Manager: Teresa Albavetta
Coach: Hettor Ottavio-Linare
Starting XI:
Name Age Position Home City Sergio Pradobeno-Turri 26 Goalkeeper Andoliavilla Tiberio Nyima-Zutrino 21 Center Back Uryde Manuella Giakobo 28 Center Back Porto Violeto Onofrio Kalvente-Amafini 24 Left Outside Back Nenofre Vittoria Oriastella 25 Right Outside Back Islamagna Lorentio Santo-Ferrari 29 Defending Midfield Annavilla Gabriella Orfeo 27 Center Midfield Amorante Giustiniano Nottua-Glabrio 21 Attacking Midfield Abrentopole Gustavo Zapata (C) 22 Striker Giovannia Klementina de Abreo-Florino 23 Striker Quorivo Matteo Ventomar 21 Striker Andoliavilla Reserve Players:
Name Age Position Home City Mariano Aqualta Voluseno 23 Goalkeeper Lunoddo Amanda Savora 27 Goalkeeper Abrentopole Sandra Persona-Fonti 20 Center Back Karlopole Valentino Rustikellio 25 Center Back Bayabella Margerita Desnia Aristo 23 Center Back Villaflori Teodoro Sonserina 21 Center Back Kastellavando Giuno Linare-Talisio 26 Left Outside Back Flaviopole Gioseppe Offerio-Apustio 27 Left Outside Back Annavilla Tadeo Gyasso 23 Right Outside Back Giovannia Sergio Feragi Faustiano 24 Right Outside Back Porto Violeto Erasmo Vedio-Sabidio 30 Defending Midfield Vinikiana Liana Arboreto Amorante 25 Defending Midfield Dazano Nikolo Veranio 27 Center Midfield Gioseppole Mara Erdene-Aruna 19 Center Midfield Potestana Giovanni-Pietro Lamontana 21 Attacking Midfield Portovini Hortensia Purparbone 24 Attacking Midfield Uryde Mariana Lavandula-Savora 28 Striker Porto Violeto Tarutio Lukulli 19 Striker Giovannia Aurelio Duvina 21 Striker Karlopole Emilia Artena-Lurtone 25 Striker Ferdira Terentio Ugyeno 23 Striker Nova Lavanda Giordana Gavio-Akronio 22 Striker Salvoregno Jerseys:

If my opponent RPs first, they may...
Injure my players: no
Assign my players yellow cards: yes
Assign my players red cards: yes
Godmod injuries: no
Godmod scoring: no
Godmod other events: no

Giovannilandian National Football Team
Esquadra Nationale Giovanniterrana Pedesfere
Background:
Football, called pedesfera in Giovannese (from 'pede' meaning foot and 'sfera' meaning ball or sphere), is one of the most popular sports in the nation, alongside other common sports such as volleyball, rugby, and chess. Giovanniland has several notable teams competing in the nation's upper leagues that get millions of fans every year, such as the Bellatori Violeti (Warriors), the Quire Quorivane (Spears), the Arare Andoliavillesi (Macaws) and the Gavie Giovanniane (Hawks). These and other teams make up the Prima Liga with a total of 20 participants, the four highest getting the chance to play international tournaments while the four lowest are relegated to the Sekunda Liga, which has a similar system of promotions to the Prima Liga and relegations to the Tertia Liga.
Style mod: +2
Stadium: Arena Abrentana, Giovannia
Manager: Teresa Albavetta
Coach: Hettor Ottavio-Linare
Starting XI:
Name Age Position Home City Sergio Pradobeno-Turri 26 Goalkeeper Andoliavilla Tiberio Nyima-Zutrino 21 Center Back Uryde Manuella Giakobo 28 Center Back Porto Violeto Onofrio Kalvente-Amafini 24 Left Outside Back Nenofre Vittoria Oriastella 25 Right Outside Back Islamagna Lorentio Santo-Ferrari 29 Defending Midfield Annavilla Gabriella Orfeo 27 Center Midfield Amorante Giustiniano Nottua-Glabrio 21 Attacking Midfield Abrentopole Gustavo Zapata (C) 22 Striker Giovannia Klementina de Abreo-Florino 23 Striker Quorivo Matteo Ventomar 21 Striker Andoliavilla Reserve Players:
Name Age Position Home City Mariano Aqualta Voluseno 23 Goalkeeper Lunoddo Amanda Savora 27 Goalkeeper Abrentopole Sandra Persona-Fonti 20 Center Back Karlopole Valentino Rustikellio 25 Center Back Bayabella Margerita Desnia Aristo 23 Center Back Villaflori Teodoro Sonserina 21 Center Back Kastellavando Giuno Linare-Talisio 26 Left Outside Back Flaviopole Gioseppe Offerio-Apustio 27 Left Outside Back Annavilla Tadeo Gyasso 23 Right Outside Back Giovannia Sergio Feragi Faustiano 24 Right Outside Back Porto Violeto Erasmo Vedio-Sabidio 30 Defending Midfield Vinikiana Liana Arboreto Amorante 25 Defending Midfield Dazano Nikolo Veranio 27 Center Midfield Gioseppole Mara Erdene-Aruna 19 Center Midfield Potestana Giovanni-Pietro Lamontana 21 Attacking Midfield Portovini Hortensia Purparbone 24 Attacking Midfield Uryde Mariana Lavandula-Savora 28 Striker Porto Violeto Tarutio Lukulli 19 Striker Giovannia Aurelio Duvina 21 Striker Karlopole Emilia Artena-Lurtone 25 Striker Ferdira Terentio Ugyeno 23 Striker Nova Lavanda Giordana Gavio-Akronio 22 Striker Salvoregno Jerseys:

If my opponent RPs first, they may...
Injure my players: no
Assign my players yellow cards: yes
Assign my players red cards: yes
Godmod injuries: no
Godmod scoring: no
Godmod other events: no

Giovannilandian National Football Team
Esquadra Nationale Giovanniterrana Pedesfere
Background:
Football, called pedesfera in Giovannese (from 'pede' meaning foot and 'sfera' meaning ball or sphere), is one of the most popular sports in the nation, alongside other common sports such as volleyball, rugby, and chess. Giovanniland has several notable teams competing in the nation's upper leagues that get millions of fans every year, such as the Bellatori Violeti (Warriors), the Quire Quorivane (Spears), the Arare Andoliavillesi (Macaws) and the Gavie Giovanniane (Hawks). These and other teams make up the Prima Liga with a total of 20 participants, the four highest getting the chance to play international tournaments while the four lowest are relegated to the Sekunda Liga, which has a similar system of promotions to the Prima Liga and relegations to the Tertia Liga.
Style mod: +2
Stadium: Arena Abrentana, Giovannia
Manager: Teresa Albavetta
Coach: Hettor Ottavio-Linare
Starting XI:
Name Age Position Home City Sergio Pradobeno-Turri 26 Goalkeeper Andoliavilla Tiberio Nyima-Zutrino 21 Center Back Uryde Manuella Giakobo 28 Center Back Porto Violeto Onofrio Kalvente-Amafini 24 Left Outside Back Nenofre Vittoria Oriastella 25 Right Outside Back Islamagna Lorentio Santo-Ferrari 29 Defending Midfield Annavilla Gabriella Orfeo 27 Center Midfield Amorante Giustiniano Nottua-Glabrio 21 Attacking Midfield Abrentopole Gustavo Zapata (C) 22 Striker Giovannia Klementina de Abreo-Florino 23 Striker Quorivo Matteo Ventomar 21 Striker Andoliavilla Reserve Players:
Name Age Position Home City Mariano Aqualta Voluseno 23 Goalkeeper Lunoddo Amanda Savora 27 Goalkeeper Abrentopole Sandra Persona-Fonti 20 Center Back Karlopole Valentino Rustikellio 25 Center Back Bayabella Margerita Desnia Aristo 23 Center Back Villaflori Teodoro Sonserina 21 Center Back Kastellavando Giuno Linare-Talisio 26 Left Outside Back Flaviopole Gioseppe Offerio-Apustio 27 Left Outside Back Annavilla Tadeo Gyasso 23 Right Outside Back Giovannia Sergio Feragi Faustiano 24 Right Outside Back Porto Violeto Erasmo Vedio-Sabidio 30 Defending Midfield Vinikiana Liana Arboreto Amorante 25 Defending Midfield Dazano Nikolo Veranio 27 Center Midfield Gioseppole Mara Erdene-Aruna 19 Center Midfield Potestana Giovanni-Pietro Lamontana 21 Attacking Midfield Portovini Hortensia Purparbone 24 Attacking Midfield Uryde Mariana Lavandula-Savora 28 Striker Porto Violeto Tarutio Lukulli 19 Striker Giovannia Aurelio Duvina 21 Striker Karlopole Emilia Artena-Lurtone 25 Striker Ferdira Terentio Ugyeno 23 Striker Nova Lavanda Giordana Gavio-Akronio 22 Striker Salvoregno Jerseys:

If my opponent RPs first, they may...
Injure my players: no
Assign my players yellow cards: yes
Assign my players red cards: yes
Godmod injuries: no
Godmod scoring: no
Godmod other events: no

In this strange land, there were no prayer bells.
Tai Gofain rose with the morning sun, wrapped in oppressive silence. It was the strangest part of travel, he reasoned. Looking about the lai Irriavada suite, everything else seemed so close to normal: His crimson goalkeeper's kit was neatly folded nearby, as if in eager wait. Songbirds called in the breaking dawn. Far below, even the din of a city in waking was familiar. The sweeping windows across from his bed offered an unparalleled view of the skyline and the sea, and for the sweetest moment he could have believed he was home. The unending eye crested the horizon in all resplendence, calling the children of its sworn deity to exalt in the renewal of vows.
But the silence, as every day prior, did not give way.
Tai rose and approached the great window. He shivered, in part for the conditioned air of his suite, in main because the quiet never ceased to unnerve him. In Aukera — fair, distant Aukera — the bells would have been clamouring alongside this view. Even in little Afit, they rang from the temples, from the school, from the town hall and from several homes. They rang to exalt the rising sun and to signal the dawn prayer. They rang to call the people together, as one.
As he knelt to intone the renewal of oaths, though he knew it to be a symptom of an overactive imagination, he heard those bells and the chorus in his mind.
“O Lord of Sacred Gold, sworn to the rising sun, I kneel before your radiance…”
The crowd roared. Tai blinked. Blue sky above, green field around. The stadium rose up around him on either side, packed to the brim. He heard chants, jeers, prayers, in languages unrecognisable. He saw hundreds of flags, many his own. He lowered his gaze and saw the team arrayed before him, and the Arifians beyond. He tensed, and waited for the whistle.
“I renew my vows to you, as you rise in triumph to banish the night. I pledge my service unending, to mold my soul in worthy rembrance…”
Darkness given way to daylight. The call of native birds swelled, the toll of prayer bells ceased. Another power outage in Afit, and the children had been set loose onto the schoolyard in education's stead. They might regret it later, perhaps, but the prospect of play defeated any hesitance in a young goalkeeper's mind. He watched the other children struggle for the ball, patiently. Twelve years hence, a young adult stood in similar position with the presssure of a nation on his shoulders.
"I shall cast my name and deeds in amber, to be borne to the end of days, and attain perfection in the new paradise of Your making. I shall speak the Golden Word, and light shall flow from my lips. I shall strike impurity from my soul, and be remembered as an image of Your perfection…”
Twelve years… an instant, but almost a lifetime. Some of his seniors — brothers, now — had laughed at that notion. Captain Sòjìc had clapped him on the back.  ‘Son,’ he had said, ‘keep those thoughts close. One day you'll blink and it'll be twenty, thirty years gone. Then, if you remember, you can start to call it a lifetime.’
"I shall bear the names and deeds of my brothers and sisters into your arms, and see them born again. I shall uplift their weakness, embolden their weariness, and guide them should they be lost…” 
The Captain was at the front, as always. As his age advanced, it was less and less a fitting place to be, but becoming the greatest player in the Infinite Empire had left only a taste for more. Despite his reservations, especially facing Arifiyyah so early, Tai held a glimmer of hope. Perhaps he was right, and this might at last be their year. As tense silence descended over the arena, and the game against the world-third team loomed into being…
“Your light shines upon me, and I bathe in its brilliance. O Azten Lord, from whom life's waters flow, O God of Seas, which protect our bountiful shores, O Bearer of the Word, which will enlighten all things... O Infinite Emperor, master divine, I exalt in thy names, which shall endure for ever and ever. Aten.”
The whistle blew. The crowd's roar rose to a climax. There was a knock on the door.
Tai started, jolted from his reverie. He was still knelt before the window. The cold air. The silence. No crowd, no stadium, no locker room conversations, not even an Afit field. The sun had risen yet further, and the world was now truly alight.
“Tai!” Called Òbdau's voice. “We're heading out, get a move on!”
 
Tai rose, mouthed a prayer for luck, and moved to the door.

Nearby a weirdly fancy building in a town in the far west of Hertfordshire-Jammbo called Arkti in the county of Anglia...
J. Clarkson: Well, we got ourselves here. We're sorted and ready to go.
R. Hammond: Now, the national team's first match is against Saint Mark. They're known here for being the complete antithesis of Hertfordshire-Jammbo. Whereas they are the monocle-adjusting fancy-pants of Esferos, we are the slightly frozen over Village People.
J. May: They'll probably be eating truffles about now.
J. Clarkson: Δ65, they'll cost, for something that looks like a mummified testicle. Right, you two ready?
R. Hammond: Have we really got our own plane?
J. May: Yep.
R. Hammond: Fantastic! Let's go. Onwards to Ryxtylopia.
[The trio depart to the place where their plane is waiting.]
J. Clarkson: I'd better not have to deal with airport check-in again today.
R. Hammond: You see, this time because we're using a private plane, there's no check-in, no queuing, no waiting around. So this time, we are gonna leave early and we're gonna leave well.
J. Clarkson: So we are 181 Squadron.
R. Hammond: No Jeremy, that's Polaris.
J. May: We're 383 Squadron.
J. Clarkson: Ah.
R. Hammond: Forward to victory!
J. May: The Genesis are 11th in the rankings and are in a group with the current number one ranked team. Don't get carried away.
R. Hammond: Come on, have a little faith.
[The three make it to the field where their plane lies in wait... Clarkson rushes off to the lavatory.]
R. Hammond: Go.
J. Clarkson: Going.
J. May: Ah ha, now we get down to business.

The 0H-8J Combine Tractor that May has brought to take himself and his two colleagues to Ryxtylopia for the 3rd Football World Cup. If you may remember, the previous one was hosted right at home in Hertfordshire-Jammbo. Not sure how we landed that.
R. Hammond: Hang on a second! Is that it?
J. May: Well, it's a 0H-8J Combine Tractor.
R. Hammond: James, it's pathetic! It looks like something a farmer would leave behind.
J. May: Honestly, it's a good kite, this.
R. Hammond: ...Kite?!
[Clarkson comes back from the lavatory and sees the old military plane.]
J. Clarkson: Hello.
R. Hammond: He's trying to make us go in the sky in something you'd see poking out of a skip.
J. Clarkson: What is it? What's it called?
R. Hammond: 0H-8J Combine Tractor, whatever that is, it used to be an old crop duster I suspect.
J. Clarkson: This is a military aircraft apparently.
R. Hammond: And that's only the start.
J. Clarkson: It's basically a toaster with wings nailed to the sides.
R. Hammond: James, what are you actually doing now?
J. Clarkson: What's happening?
J. May: Well, you have to do pre-flight checks. Make sure stuff's all working properly. If you're really interested, I'm going to turn on the battery master switch along with checking the landing lights, stall warning vein, the heat and the flap operation-
R. Hammond: They're likely to have broken, since it was parked?
J. May: Well you don't know.
R. Hammond: What, like the plane picked itself up and nibbled away at all the wires or something...
J. Clarkson: If you look closely Richard you can see that James is really enjoying this.
R. Hammond: If you also look closely you can see that I'm not.
J. Clarkson: That makes two of us.
R. Hammond: How long do these checks take?
J. May: 20 minutes, half an hour.
R. Hammond: ...Not today, mate. You've got... y- there must be a way of doing this more quickly.
J. May: Why don't you shut up and do what airplane passengers do which is sit in the terminal, have a cup of tea, complain how expensive it is...
R. Hammond: I swear, he enjoys the checks more than the flying.
[May refills one of the oil compartments.]
J. May: Nice. Very nice.
J. Clarkson: If I tell you that The Genesis are already in sight of Ryxtylopia?
R. Hammond: God, we- we really have to get a move on. James! James! I just noticed the wings have come off. Oh no, no they're still on. You can tick those, they're alright. Yep, that's on.
J. May: Is it?
R. Hammond: These are on, look.
J. May: Tires, are they all up?
R. Hammond: Yes! Go.
J. Clarkson: James is still engaged in his pre-flight festival of analness?
R. Hammond: Think of it this way. One of us has lost the will to live. Guess which one.
[Clarkson can't help but laugh.]
J. May: Because it's been standing overnight, you have to make sure there's no sediment or water in the fuel which could cause-
R. Hammond: Is there any sediment or water in the fuel?!
J. May: Well you have to check it like this, look I'll show you. These are drain points, you use this special cup.
R. Hammond: Good, good. Oh look, it's clear.
J. May: You take a sample out and you make sure there's no water in it which you would see as a separate layer. See? Clear.
R. Hammond: Good. Go! In the sky.
J. May: Well there are five of these on each side and two under the engine.
[A time frame within 17 years later...]
J. May: Got your seatbelts on?
R. Hammond: Is this more checks?
J. May: No, seatbelt. Put in on.
R. Hammond: Yeah, it's on!
J. May: Okay.
[Clarkson and Hammond look at each other in sheer disbelief and exasperation.]
J. May: Hello, this is 0H-8J Combine Tractor Guilty Barricade Origin Zone Mirage, request taxi for a TGT flight to the Football World Cup in Ryxtylopia please.
J. Clarkson: Well that didn't take long at all.
J. May: I'm ready to go. Are you ready in the back?
R. Hammond: To the sky!
[The trio finally take to the skies on their way from Arkti in Hertfordshire-Jammbo to Ryxenia in Ryxtylopia.]
R. Hammond: You love this, don't you?
J. May: I quite like it, yeah.
J. Clarkson: You loved the checks more.
R. Hammond: James. We don't seem to be going very fast.
J. May: Well we're doing 80 knots indicated air speed.
R. Hammond: 80 knots is about 85, 90 miles/hour?
J. May: Yeah, it's not quite that simple 'cause we're now at a pressure altitude of nearly 7,000 feet so you have to consider the true air speed. Indicated air speed is what you fly on, that's the rate at which the air is hitting the airplane. But because it's thinner up here, we're actually going through the air faster than the indicated air speed.
J. Clarkson: The pre-flight checks have taken so long that by the time we're leaving Hertfordshire-Jammbo, The Mafia are leaving the sky itself.

This is the parent company of Slow Air, one of the two largest airline providers in Hertfordshire-Jammbo. The other is named Air Anglia. James really likes the lounges that Slow offers. They're doing the lounges for H&J's national team too. 
[Clarkson shows a small video clip of the Slow Air plane landing with the H&J football team and staff inside... the Tsar is there too.]
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FSTV 1 - Saint Andreisburg Morning
Natasha, Anchor: "... and turning to the world of sports, while it isn't rugby, the Footblues have landed in Ryxtylopia to compete in the third World Cup of Football. Reporting from the games is our very own Dmitry. Dmitry, can you tell us how the flight was for the team?"
Dmitry, Sports Reporter: "Good afternoon, Natasha! It was a long journey for the Dalimbari squad to get here... wherever here is. Oh yes, Ryxenia. As airspace was not granted by the barbaric dwarves to the east of the Free State for a more direct flight to Ryxtylopia, we had to do the long "High Thulian to Tethys" route. No matter, our squad got here in the end.
All Ivans and Sasha are getting prepared for their first match against... um... Pedandria? Genuinely don't know where that is, but apparently it is a country! These barbarians are cute, making up new places for us to play against."
Natasha: "And how is Sasha in particular doing after such a long flight?"
Dmitry: "She may have tried to make a swing at local security shortly after we landed but in the end she calmed down after being presented a tray of salmon and berries. Along with the Ivans she is in good spirits and seems eager to maul the competition."
Natasha: "She's becoming a hero of mine. One might say she's becoming my... spirit animal, hah!"
Dmitry: "Oh, I think the feed cut out there for a sec, Natasha. What was that?"
Natasha: "Nevermind. How are the Ryxtylopians doing with preparing for the games?"
Dmitry: "There is certainly a buzz in the air, with stadiums undergoing final preparations and locals getting into arguments over who will win. At least, that is what I assume happened in some of the... what's more barbaric than barbarian living, a slum? Yes, slums. Though, compared to our comrades in the Militsiya, I found that the security forces here were lax when it came to breaking things up. Perhaps they can learn from our great nation once we win a second world cup this year?" 
Natasha: "Exciting stuff, Dmitry. Keep us up to date. And now, the weather..."

The Big Day - Trouble Brews
 
It was finally the day when the third edition of the Football World Cup would start; after winning the bid, and preparing the stadiums, the top officials of the FRF, and the Ryxtylopian government felt ready to host the tournament, as fans and the national teams started arriving in the country.
However, whilst the preparations for the ceremony finished, and police and security elements prepared to open up the Franco Rivalda, in other parts of Ryxenia trouble was already brewing.
In the Itsía and Tivirxas neighborhoods some of the poorer in Ryxenia, protests had already started, with a few hundred people gathering in opposition to the tournament, their arguments being that Ryxtylopia has way bigger issues that need to be solved, and that funds directed towards a Football Tournament would just be wasted on something temporary.
However, considering the bid had already been accepted, the government wasn’t going to pull out, and with foreign media and reporters already present, the chief of the Department of Internal Security: Vachas Gilchabó, ordered police elements to start moving out into poorer areas of Ryxenia; protesters were suppressed within minutes of the first instances of unrest being reported.

 
In Tivirxas, on the main road, police in riot gear, and armed with rubber bullets, tear gas, and water cannons began clearing protesters from the main street, and working on dispersing the groups, injuries soon began being reported, with the incident at 6:30 p.m. on Hilitpa-Vyriantia Street involving police elements dispersing a crowd resulting in over 30 people injured.

 
Media were told NOT to report on the situation, the reason given was that the protesters were at fault, for being “opponents of the government using the tournament to further their political agendas and instill violence”.
By sundown whilst the worst of the unrest had died out, police continued dispersing crowds up until around 10:30 p.m. with checkpoints being built near the poorer areas of Ryxenia to prevent tourists from heading into potential danger and prevent the press from reporting on the situation.
Whilst on the General Ibarraia Bridge; an overpass overlooking much of the southern, poorer part of Ryxenia, concrete barriers were put in place to prevent tourists and press from seeing the slums. This tactic was also employed in other parts of town, and extra police elements were placed near slums and poorer areas to deter people from wandering off into said areas.

 
Ryxtylopian social media erupted in flames by the end of the day, while in the media department, no major ryxtylopian news outlets reported on the unrest, somewhat preventing it from spreading at the national level, whilst government officials impatiently awaited the response from global media outlets.
 
 
By the end of the day, the list of reported incidents reached Gilchabó’s hands:
 
9:10 hrs: First reported protest in Itsía, around 50-100 people gathered, Indvía street was blocked by the protesters.
9:33 hrs: Second reported protest in Itsía, roughly 100 people took to the Daxivarra park, no disturbances were caused.
9:41 hrs: Police elements start responding to the Indvía street protest, preventing them from heading further down.
10:24 hrs: The First protests in Tivirxas are reported, more than 150 people, police are able to contain the protesters.
10:56: hrs: The first checkpoints are erected, the amount of active protests is around 10 or 11 spread mostly in Itsía and Tivirxas, with a few others in other parts of Ryxenia.
11:16 hrs: The first barriers go up on highways and bridges, to prevent tourists from seeing the slums.
11:29 hrs: The protests in Tivirxas grow in size, with a reported 400 people, estimates bringing the number up to 600 joining the wave of unrest.
11:34 hrs: Clashes between police and protesters start, fire piles are set up separating both groups in several parts of Ryxenia.
11:45 hrs: Gilchabó orders the dispersing of the protests as soon as possible.
11:47 hrs: After receiving equipment, including water cannons, pepper spray and rubber bullets, police start ordering, then forcefully dispersing the protesters in Itsía.
11:53 hrs: In the Rixavais neighboorhood (the closest one to the venues) Police disperse the few protesters present there by mid-day.
12:10 hrs: The government website with info on the tournament is updated, indicating people to avoid certain areas of Ryxenia.
12:24 hrs: In Tivirxas clashes between police and protesters begin with stones, rocks, and trash being thrown.
12:29 hrs: First reported *serious* injury from Tivirxas.
12:30-22:30 hrs: Police work on dispersing protesters in Tivirxas and Itsía.
14:56 hrs: The protest in Tivirxas is reclassified as a Riot by the Department of Internal Security.
19:44 hrs: Itsía is mostly cleared, most protesters either comply, are dispersed or move to the Tivirxas Riots.
22:12 hrs: The Protesters are forced to disperse into the smaller roads clearing the main road in Tivirxas.
22:36 hrs: The operation concludes, reported injuries are still to be accounted for, expected to be over 100 combining both the Tivirxas riot and the Itsía protests.
 
While some details are yet to be cleared, its clear to the goverment, it must try to manage the situation before and during the world cup to prevent the tournament from turning into a disaster.

"They passed what!?" 
His Serene Highness, Marcarius, nearly knocked over the glass of 20-year-old Solurian Port as he threw his Lion's Voice crossword puzzle to his desk.
Clarkson, the prince's valet and personal assistant deftly prevented the spill as he responded.
"Yes, sir. Lady Fargone (Saint Markan Minister of FA) informed me moments ago and requested an audience to discuss the situation."
"Of course," replied the prince, regaining his composure. "Please set that up for as soon as possible. We must do what we can to stop this from becoming law. Do you realize how many of the Electors own estates in Zoran? The House of Halohin has enjoyed the views from Larus Hall since the mid-500s! Do we know if the Queen will be attending the football games? Perhaps she and I can meet informally."
"I will make inquiries, sir."

Recap – Festival of Light 2023
Yesterday marked the culmination of Sekiya's much-celebrated Festival of Light, a dazzling spectacle that exceeded all expectations, casting the city in a luminous glow and etching this year's festivities into the storied history of Sekiya! The Festival of Light traces its roots back to the year 709, a pivotal time in Sekiyan history following the Starist Restoration.
On the Second Sekiyan Restoration, Sekiyan Legend has it that a large comet streaked across the night sky, bathing the city of Xingyuan in a bright glow. Inspired by this divine display, the citizens across Sekiya spontaneously began lighting lanterns in honour to the honour the gods that had brought Sekiya out of the Great Dark Age, transforming the event into a tradition that has endured for centuries. Thus, the Festival of Light was born, a testament to the ingenuity and communal spirit that defines Sekiyan culture.
Nánwén News thanks all those who contributed to the resounding success of this year's celebration. From the dedicated volunteers orchestrating behind-the-scenes magic to the talented artists and performers gracing the stage, everyone played a crucial role in making the Festival of Light 2023 an unforgettable experience. As the lights dim on this year's festivities, we look forward to reconnecting with the vibrant community next year, continuing the tradition of illuminating Sekiya with the enchanting spirit of the Festival of Light. Until then, the laughter and memories from this year's celebration will linger, ensuring that the radiant glow of the festival remains in the hearts of Sekiya's residents.
World Cup of Football – Group Draw
Did you miss it? The group draw for the WCF3 has officially been announced in Ryxtylopia, and before we say anymore, let's look at Sekiya’s group!

Sekiya has been placed in group B, along with our northern neighbour, Peourouin. Additionally, we are joined by Cambria, United Adaikes and Teralyon from Polaris, and Giovanniland from Aura. Sekiya’s first match will be on November 17th against United Adaikes, a strong nation known for it’s prowess in sporting ability. Sekiya will really need to pull together to come out on top this match, and they will need your support to help get through!
There are two ways to watch the game from home on Friday. The best way to watch the games this year will be with friends, and many venues, stadiums and bars will be streaming the game. Click here to find places nearby to you where you can watch the game. If you can’t make it to one of the streaming events, then you will be able to watch the game online here or tune in at the time of the match on your television.
We look forward to bringing you the results of Fridays match, which you will be able to find on our website.

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Te Ur-Ajlàh sho Aken Rà - Football Team of Aukera
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Starting Eleven Name Number Position Age Tai ret Gofain 8 GK 19 Sei ret Jeik 11 RCB 26 Shifed em Idhi 22 LCB 29 Adhìr zen Gitò 19 LB 30 Kai em Fraikh 26 RB 33 Gothu Dhai 4 PM 24 Ipai ret Ikhfan 6 PM 27 Òlfikh Lauhìr 14 AM 26 Val ret Nàkh 13 AM 20 Dhòmmein Arjulkh 20 AM 31 Sòjìc em Etelsh 2 CF 35  
Reserve Name Number Position Age T. Veigvun 1 GK 23 O. Ojeik 10 GK 30 M. Vàkhmìng 7 B 29 F. Velàj 5 B 27 Z. Ainaumla 12 B 25 S. Mauzh 16 B 28 T. Vau 9 M 29 E. Midh 18 M 25 T. Biggi 3 M 23 A. Ingid 15 M 33 D. Ezhelai 21 M 31  
Style Modifier: +3.5
Head Coach: Ren vet Òbdau
Captain: Sòjìc em Etelsh
Who to Watch: The Aukeran team has a reputation for oddball combinations and left-field plays, and this roster seems no different. Without the pressure of a well-established industry or a reputation to uphold, trusted picks and connections to the Coach and Captain had an easy in to the Cup for yet another year.
Tai Gofain is the youngest player to represent the archipelago in some years. Hailing from Afit, a mountain town in Aria canton famous for its production of local football legends, he rides the high of a recent victory in the Hierarch's Cup in team with Etelsh. Crediting a 'sixth sense' from communion with the sacred mount, his talents are now to be truly tested a thousand miles from home.
Team Captain Sòjìc Etelsh remains a consistent, aggressive power for several years running. Proximity to coach Òbdau has seen him present in every Aukeran go for the cup in the last decade and a half, as well as several stints in the Hierarch's and League of All Realms. His penchant for flair is a defining aspect of the entire team, and will remain so for so long as he keeps the head.
(I'll as more to this when I'm not sleepy and/or sick and/or both)
 

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Name Position Number Ivan Pervyy (Иван Первый) Centre Forward 1 Ivan Vtoroy (Иван Второй) Left Forward 2 Ivan Tretiy (Иван Третий) Right Forward 3 Ivan Chetvertyy (Иван Четвертый) Centre Midfield 4 Ivan Pyatyy (Иван Пятый) Left Midfield 5 Ivan Shestoy (Иван Шестой) Right Midfield 6 Ivan Sed'moy (Иван Седьмой) Centre Back 7 Ivan Vos'moy (Иван Восьмой) Centre Back 8 Ivan Devyatyy (Иван Девятый) Left Back 9 Ivan Desyatyy (Иван Десятый) Right Back 10 Sasha (Саша) Goalkeeper 11 Note regarding spares: In the event that a player requires replacement, a new individual will take their name and position.
Note regarding the goalkeeper: Sasha may or may not be a bear.