Henry Green Update: The Miracle of Swindon Town #29

[@Surmoss]

John Green's stories taught me to love Soccer. I really knew nothing about the sport prior to FIFA11. Thank you, John Green, for giving me a new hobby.

[@talbotsolenberger4434]

You know, watching this whole episode, I feel like a player. I feel like I'm partially responsible for the apology John makes at the end. I feel like I need to train and improve so that I don't let down my supporters, and equally importantly, my coach. I'm sorry, John. We'll do better.

[@jaymeeboh]

I'm here for both the football amazingness and the stories. I honestly think I could listen to John talk about anything, though.

[@DuchLizUniverStarMpf]

"I have a weird job" oh John

[@TheRedAndWhiteGecko]

John, you and your Swodilipoopers have inspired me to play my own "miracle of" in the Ekstraklasa. It will be emotional, triumphant, and of course a miracle.

[@Tiffany8972]

John's stories have made me so emotionally invested in this team, before I would just listen to it but now I watch these games so closely because I'm rooting the the players. I guess that just means John's very good at his job :)

[@floopowder7]

Stories about Henry are just amazingly cute. These videos always make my day. Always. John, take it down a skill level. Give yourself a break. Signing psychosis is clearly taking its toll on your playing. Take it easy. It's not right when you sound so sad and dejected.

[@awkwardfour]

The Swoodilypoopers make my day every time they show up in my subscription box. I've worn my Swoodilypoopers shirt so many times since I got it last Thursday :)

[@funkymarvi]

I am an Edmonton Oilers fan (NHL). Coming off from the high of the 80s Gretzky-Messier years, we enjoyed fair success in the 90s and even a Cup run (unsuccessful) in 2006. Since then, my beloved Oil have been struggling to even make it to the playoffs, even coming in last place in the entire league a couple years ago.The last year or so has seen changes in the upper echelons as well as cultivation of young players rising to the challenge. Things are changing for my Oil and they will here too!

[@ABBooklover777]

I just like to listen to these when I'm cleaning my room... to make it more awesome.

[@MeghanInnes]

I have never had my hopes raised so high each time we almost scored a goal, and then my heart just sank every time it failed. I feel for the Swoodilypoopers.

[@brendanhansen6168]

I started watching The Miracle of Swindon Town for John's stories but I've slowly become more invested in the success of the club. I've got high hopes for us knowing we have a stellar crew of guys invested in the game and one of the best managers in the system. The miracle is in sight! DFTBA everyone :)

[@fleabite33443]

Even if he was just talking, I would still sit here and listen for hours. Same as Hank, really :)

[@MissOrcaLover]

Awe, Henry sounds adorable! I love hearing about him, he is just too cute :)

[@x3Law]

"Yeah, you went under the thing. That's really impressive." Great fatherly encouragement :]

[@d3modawid]

It's OK John, we'll support the Swoodlypoopers through the good and the bad times. These guys have great potential, just wait for Bald John Green to heal back up.

[@coconutnacho]

oh John, do not be disheartened, We still love you

[@BoredDan7]

Keep at this skill level John, the miracle of Swindon Town isn't a miracle if you just walk through everyone. The hardships will make it that much better when you finally do make the premiere league.

[@supermegaepicstuff]

your Henry storys remind me of a recent school play when some of my friends and I had to portray toddlers for a scene....yeah we were high schoolers being 2 year olds

[@979259]

this is the best miracle video to date.

[@VonShteinen]

As soon as you brought up hitting the training grounds, the only thing I could think of the song "I'll Make A Man Out Of You" from Mulan and a montage of some Swoodily Poopers working their tails off.

[@ThePrettyNerdie]

So excited to hear Bald john Green is back that I jumped up and sang.

[@Vad1m1r]

Don't play without us! We want to hear stories while you play even if you lose or take it down a skill level!!!!!

[@MrFlea28]

John, I'm sorry about this game. But as a nerdfighter, I remain proud of you.

[@TheHarmse]

I feel like John is playing a super-high action game of Barbies. He can name them whatever he wants, make them do whatever he wants, and even has them get married :)

[@goblindreamer]

"Welcome to Hank Games Without Hank!" is the best thing I've heard all day!

[@Arandomfigure]

1:19 "I Notice what you want, and I will try to give it to you" CONTEXT IS EVERYTHING, PEOPLE

[@thejerrymobile]

You tie in your motifs so fluidly. You should be a writer. Oh wait.

[@forthejokes90]

As a true Swoodilypoopers supporter, I will stick with them through thick and thin. Also yay for Bald John Green being back!

[@SpecialQue85]

awww, sounds like someone needs a hug.

[@yrpgullwings]

"We smell our armpits in shame" This should become your standard line whenever they lose. Let's just hope you'll never have to use it again. Good luck with the training sessions!

[@psieg40]

John, you may want to upgrade your staff and your stadium manager, that way you can fit more into your stadium. Hope that helps, love the series!

[@squinterbynature]

Love these videos :) always makes my day better

[@ChorusinCrystal]

Awww, he sounded so sad at the end :(

[@TheLavLav]

Make sure you let Bald John Green rest! You know how he loves to be out there, trying his hardest, but he really needs to take care of himself right now

[@dra900nka1n]

John should get a players named Henry/Hank Green. Imagine how great son/father playing with each other. And we STILL need an Other John Green story! Also, when a player is coming back from injury, it's better to sub him on in the second half, since the last minutes of a game are always the most important. Through balls are tough to get a hang of, but when you do, they're more often than not the game winners. Lastly, you're playing Sampdoria AWAY from home. It was never going to be an easy match.

[@derekphu]

Also, LB + Y for a lobbed through ball. Can be very effective if used at the right time.

[@elliottmcollins]

Man, John is a lot better at this now.

[@hellohowareyou90]

BALD JOHN GREEN!!!!!!! Swoodlilypooper fans everywhere rejoice for the reuniting of Bald John Green and his husband on the playing field!

[@dreamergirl173]

I love how he apologizes to his family every time XD

[@heather23renae]

The way you said sorry sounds just like my dad when he calls to say he can't make whatever plans we had. /emo This was the saddest game though

[@ze_rubenator]

You're very good at running directly into the opponent...

[@lavachebeadsman]

Anyone else notice the players' shadows are really strange?

[@Becca251]

I just played a soccer game in 38 degree, rainy and ridiculously windy weather, during which I got hit in the head with the ball...I feel your pain.

[@mcwjes]

@MrRogersEatsKitties I know! I had to explain to my husband that I do not care about FIFA. I like John's take on life. I am always telling my honey to be quiet cause I am listening and not to pick apart his playing. The stories are the best part!

[@dogfriends123]

You can't play the rest of the games alone! We wanna hear more about Henry!

[@fracktastic]

Try using a "Finesse shot" by pressing RB + B Also use the one-two pass by pressing LB + X, the player who made the first pass will make a forward run. Then you can use a through ball or lobbed through ball (LB + Y) to pick him out in space.

[@SingItLikeYouMeanIt1]

WELCOME BACK BALD JOHN GREEN!!!!!!!!!! :D We missed you!

[@falloutboy1254]

I've just realized Henry and Rocktard from the shaytards family are only 4 months apart. But why is it that Henry knows so many more words than Rocktard does? It's interesting how human development works. Oh and I totally think Henry and Rocktard should have a play date sometime. That would be really fun to see.

[@HolyBmXfReAk2]

Tell us more stories from college!!!! Specifically the application process!!

[@dra900nka1n]

@TheGongas1234 That's true in the Champions League. John is in the Europa League (Renamed to Euro league for copyright reasons) where only the top 2 spots move on.

[@imrustyokay]

Wow, Chuggington, a name I haven't heard in years. That theme song slaps, tbh. Not much else.

[@blendedchaitea]

Getting really into watching the Swoodilypoopers ("AUGH YOU ARE NOT A FINISHER" - my roommate thinks I'm a loon) gives me an inkling of what actually being into sports is like.

[@oxlauramxo]

The swoodilypoopers will always be the best team... in my heart :D

[@theJJcomedycrew]

SO EXCITED!!!!

[@emlylou]

When I was about Henry's age, I used to only say the names of stores as well, according to my mother.

[@TimBYoungMusic]

''I'm going to improve my skills," XD more like '' I'm gonna bring down the skill level''. Love these videos!

[@Yarjibo]

I haven't finished watching this, but I need Swindon Town to win this game, as my high school's team lost yesterday in a tourney for a slot in the top 4

[@AllieYourAlly]

Awh man when I read that I was so confused and then I check and ahhh!!!!! TOO MANY SHADOWS.

[@FabricateEradicate]

I think you should talk about any lucky breaks (in any area) you have had in your life and what they lead to.

[@CrouchieAtlas]

I think that taking the skill level down would be AN INSULT to the Swoodilypoopers and their newly reinstated captain, Bald John Green with the handsome moustache. Persevere John, we know you'll progress on your inexorable march the premier league!

[@Minotaur360]

C'mon John, you got to get your head in the game. I think it's time for a Rocky IV montage. YOU GOTTA HAVE A MONTAGE! (MONTAGE!)

[@haushinka502]

John Green irl at Costco. Just imagine it.

[@kimmity114]

"We smell our armpits in shame." Indeed we do, Swoodilypoopers...

[@mestiarcanus]

"Most of their time together hasn't been in training if you know what I mean." I do John. They really do play a lot of chess.

[@biblegirl]

@MorgrasCurse That's absolutely amazing!

[@genericRUSHfan]

Clear the ball, John. When you're in the 18 yard box, kick the ball very far away. You could have prevented that goal and the only way to prevent that in the future is to learn from your mistakes and start clearing the ball.

[@alisonclare24]

My mind was wondering in an assembly and I started to think about the Swindon Town Swoodilly poopers, in particular Bald John Green and Other John Green's relationship, when my deputy priniple started to talk. He's bald and has a mustache. I lost it. :D

[@InevitablyInevitable]

D'awe, the Bald John Green and Other John Green

[@thousandfarenheit]

Take a shot every time Joh says, "Bald John Green makes that shot ten times out of ten."

[@mikeskeltonphoto]

Is it sad I was genuinely excited to hear Bald John Green was bacK? :P For someone who doesn't like watch football I imagine this is what real football is like to fans.

[@PreppyAnglican]

Yes, he did at one point. He used Nicorette gum to quit smoking, but then he started (over) using the gum; something like the nicotine equivalent of 4 packs of cigarettes a day. I don't know if he's still chewing the gum (I doubt it).

[@MonkshoodPictures]

I think what's really important is the fact that all of these footballers are clearly under attack from the Vashta Nerada.

[@bluewolftwilight]

OMG Welcome back Bald John Green!

[@beengoneback]

Advice. i've noticed that in your defensive rebound control you make nervous quick passes that six times out of ten* lead to a turnover and thus a scoring oppurtunity, you could try gaining space from the opponents by running to your wings and then start your break out. Apologies for the use of hockey terms rather than football terms. *all stats are not 100% accurate, aside from this stat.

[@Computerion]

@krazykelsey0403 They have four shadows because there is a floodlight in every corner of the stadium.

[@IWannaBeAnArtistToo]

Wouldn't it be cool to record a whole bunch of Nerdfighters to record a Swindontown cheer? It'd be like we were watching in the stands...

[@Raistlin1040]

I'm not sure if FIFA 12 and FIFA 11 are the same, but if there are sliders in the settings, just up your Sprint Speed/Acceleration sliders up to 65-75 and you'll find the game to be a challenge but not impossible.

[@ShaddapaYoFace]

04:12 should have been the y button. Use it to hit the ball past their defenders so your attackers run onto it, rather than having your strikers try to get past the defenders with the ball. Thumb this up so John sees it!

[@979259]

10 times out of 10 is my favorite statistic.

[@TheGentlemanlyIsopod]

"Next week I'm going to talk about Henry's birth" Hell yes my suggestion was accepted.

[@159Kristin]

@Fallen13Angel7 Those would be the stadium lights coming in from all angles, apparently it was a night game

[@ShaddapaYoFace]

You already have the necessary players to get to the Premier League! Lallana, Hall and Taylor-Fletcher are either in the Premier League or were last season. Once you get to the EPL you'll get the funds necessary to stay up

[@Rosjuice]

I don't even like soccer, but this makes me want to play FIFA real bad.

[@cardichick]

Today in english my we were talking about conflict and my teacger said, "Another conflict is person vs. Supernatural. This would include things like aliens and the Yeti" It made me secretly smile and my friends were confused (:

[@Morphesque]

At the next VidCon, if John is ever elevated in some way (i.e. on a stage) we should all look up at him and say "UNDUH!!"

[@HolyProtection]

Random thing. I met a couple of Nerdfighters while playing Team Fortress 2. They changed their names to Bald John Green, Other John Green and Phat Lucas. And we had fun destroying the other teams. c:

[@sandwichperson]

Talk about how you dealt with your depression, please.

[@Virini]

"And if there were only some way of contriving that a state or an army should be made up of lovers and their beloved...when fighting at each other's side, although a mere handful, they would overcome the world. For what lover would not choose rather to be seen by all mankind than by his beloved, either when abandoning his post or throwing away his arms? He would be ready to die a thousand deaths rather than endure this. Or who would desert his beloved or fail him in the hour of danger?" - Plato

[@Curriay]

"I have a weird job" Really John, you just realized that...

[@stargazer209]

BALD JOHN GREEN, I MISSED YOU

[@suicdekng]

If sports were like this, I would watch sports.

[@hopeybear1207]

Bald John Green and Other John Green, a love that will last.

[@BentheBassPhish]

This is actually more interesting than watching real football...

[@OnTheBigAdventure]

Sometimes I forget that you're actually PLAYING the game, and not just watching and commenting on it...

[@kingjulien86]

John, just go down in skill level.

[@Lightavion]

I would give you words of encouragement for next time, but It seem's I'm watching this a bit too late. Still. Come on, keep your head up. Whether you loose horridly or win epicly, Don't forget to be awesome. That's what a True Swoodilypooper would do. And I know that's what you know how to do as much if not more than all of us! Come on, John Green. Real John Green. REAL JOHN GREEN REAL JOHN GREEN LOSING OR WINNING, ALWAYS KEEN! REAL JOHN GREEN!!!!

[@Mainstandard]

JOHN! GO DOWN A SKILL LEVEL DAMNIT!

[@MatthewsThomas1996]

So i only just realized that this very football club is 16 miles away from my house. I literally had no idea, i assumed it was a different Swindon. I don't watch many sports....

[@Velour_Rose]

"oh cmon, that's not a foul. i disagree. that's just two gentleman doing gentlemanly things"