He's probably been the best striker in the world for the last 5 years.
I don't think he's underrated at all. He just wasn't as visible because he played for clubs in Spain that weren't Barca or Real
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Football Thread 2011/2012 | OT11 | Roll on the Euros and transfer muppetry
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He's probably been the best striker in the world for the last 5 years.
I don't think he's underrated at all. He just wasn't as visible because he played for clubs in Spain that weren't Barca or Real
Jedward are national heroes. They already have.
Baconsaurus Rex
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They'll pull a Greece
But that would force Rooney as the sole forward and give no playing time whatsoever to Hernandez and Welbeck. Unless Ferguson wants to move some of the strikers to wings.
I disagree with this, we have the bigger squad but you have the better manager. Don't see it happening at all though.
There would still be plenty of rotation in the side. Thats what SAF does.
We've heard that he's looking to develop a side that is much quicker in attack.
He probably sees Hazard as a player capable of fitting into that system.
Everyone knows that United lack creativity through the middle. SAF wouldn't spunk over £30m on a player and then play him out of position.
He made that mistake with Veron.
Hernandez can only play up front, he's obviously not a very good footballer otherwise. Welbeck can play on either flank though.
And yeah, Ireland won't make it through their group but I think they could beat either Italy or Croatia. Just don't see them being good enough to beat both of them and make it through.
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Sviatoslav
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Ireland looked dreadful the two times they played Russia in qualifying. Their midfield especially seemed outmatched. If they steal a point off Croatia in the first match I think they will have already overachieved.
It pains me to say it, but I agree that Spain probably won't win the Euros (or reach the final). Not just because they have some key players on injury, but simply because I don't think they are as motivated this time around having won the last Euro and the WC.
I think only the younger players will feel like they have something to prove, but they probably won't get as much playing time anyways.
I think only the younger players will feel like they have something to prove, but they probably won't get as much playing time anyways.
No chance for Italy. Unless Prandelli decides to switch to a 3-5-2 and use our defense and midfield.
I meant with Spain!
Isn't he their record goalscorer?
Best Rauls record and took him half the amount of games to do it.
He is! He carried them in the WC just as much as Xavi and Iniesta IMO.
Gareth Bale
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I'd be very surprised if the winner isn't one of Spain, Germany or the Netherlands. After that, I'd say France, Italy and Portugal are strong. England and Croatia are slightly behind those three. And no one else stands much of a chance, although it is obviously not impossible (except for Ireland).
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Pretty much proof. Or its the most elaborate photoshop of all time as they've done it from 2 angles.
You can see the one who took the first picture lol
Gareth Bale
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This changes everything.
Baconsaurus Rex
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6 minutes in and he actually starts playing with them. This fad needs to stop asap. He has some balls to do this in public though, or no shame.
Awesome Animals
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I'm impressed he's lasted that long.
Also, @ Liverpool, Martinez picks. You realize that doesn't mean shit right? It was already reported he was meeting with FSG in Miami today.
Dave Whelan has been providing a running commentary.
It is not stopping the Liverpool forums (RAWK etc) from shitting themselves however.
My choice is Van Gaal
MarshMellow96
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If Martinez dresses like that on the touch line then, fuck it, he's got the job.
What the fuck.
Him not being able to open the packet just feels so god damn right.
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At least he'll wear a fucking suit to Wembley!
And people said De Gea was a flop - it's not his fault United's defensive line is shit.
Coffee is only for closers. That's a deal is done walk if I've ever seen one.
MarshMellow96
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You guys!
On that note, I wish JWH would tuck his bloody shirt in, too.
On that note, I wish JWH would tuck his bloody shirt in, too.
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eh... these stats are misleading (well, the Xavi one at least). Xavi's more likely to be rested for the easy games and start games where they're likely to score less and concede more (Clasicos, for exmaple, or teams with a really tight defensive shape.) Same with the GK stats; teams like Barcelona or Arsenal, for example, concede very few shots, but those shots are going to have a much higher likelihood of going in, regardless of quality of GK (though having Almunia in goal never helps), since these teams pressure very high up the pitch, are vulnerable to the counter, etc.
that said, :lol at Motta. Inter really do not have their shit together. Are Sneijder and Milito still awful?
We were rumoured to be interested earlier in the year. I think we'd be stupid to lose him to Tottenham considering we can offer CL football. I don't agree with you on Mertesacker, He was shite early in the season but got better as it went along. Shame about the injury.
I'd be happy enough with Martinez. Think he's a good enough man manager and has the right philosophy.
DoF is the big appointment for us though. We know Segura and Borrell will likely be given more influence, and Ian Ayre will be dealing with the finances of buying/selling/negotiating, but DoF will be at the core of what could be one of the most important summers for us in a long time.
DoF is the big appointment for us though. We know Segura and Borrell will likely be given more influence, and Ian Ayre will be dealing with the finances of buying/selling/negotiating, but DoF will be at the core of what could be one of the most important summers for us in a long time.
Who needs Vertonghen, let alone a world class center half, when you've got Squillaci!
I like Mertesacker though; he's excellent at cutting out crosses and passes, is good positionally (unlike TV), and doesn't go forward too often... he makes a good partner for either Vermaelen or Koscielny, as they can go forward and compensate for his lack of pace.
I like Mertesacker though; he's excellent at cutting out crosses and passes, is good positionally (unlike TV), and doesn't go forward too often... he makes a good partner for either Vermaelen or Koscielny, as they can go forward and compensate for his lack of pace.
You're most likely right on Xavi!
All the top keepers conceded the same mount of shots (almost). For example, Valdes 92 compared to Buffon's 96.
Inter are all shit.
Yeah, that's what we do with Badstuber-Boateng.
Freewheelin'
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:lol, I remember thinking Squillaci would actually be good! /hangsheadinshame
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