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[Yen]

Players that are in the process of being sold to an other club usually don't play anymore for that team.

Aquilani, Meireles and N'gog did for us last season.

 

[Vivalaraza]

Players that are in the process of being sold to an other club usually don't play anymore for that team.

Oh right he is playing for Arsenal. My bad I took it as Holland Nat Team.

Well yeah I guess but not surprised. Seems RVP only wants to move to United and Arsenal don't want to sell. If anything it's a good bargaining move and says "we're playing him, up your bid" or whatever. Nasri played for Arsenal a few times too last season before he left.

 

[Arnie]

Chelsea won't challenge over the course of the season. It's you versus United again, with a stronger push from Arsenal.

 

[Yurt]

They don't need to sign anyone, their squad depth is more than fine. Especially up front :/

 

[LabouredSubterfuge]

Gotta say, if City are unfortunate in their injuries this season, things could start looking very different.

/doicare

 

[confuziz]

Aquilani, Meireles and N'gog did for us last season.

I'm not sure they were actually in the news back then, no rumors etc. (especially Meireles)

 

[dc89]

Gotta say, if City are unfortunate in their injuries this season, things could start looking very different.

/doicare

Actually there could be a point here.

We had the best injury record last season. It could flip around this year

 

[Messi]

So apparently we are moving closer to signing Song.

Not sure how to feel about this.

 

[Salvadora]

So apparently we are moving closer to signing Song.

Not sure how to feel about this.

I know how I feel.

 

[Yen]

I'm not sure they were actually in the news back then, no rumors etc. (especially Meireles)

Well we knew all summer that Meireles was due a new contract, and he didn't get it. He still played even when linked with Chelsea, which he was for most of the summer. N'Gog was meant to go to Sunderland in the Henderson deal. And Aquilani is Aquilani.

 

[Messi]

I know how I feel.

How about you guys take Tello on loan?

 

[WJD]

So apparently we are moving closer to signing Song.

Not sure how to feel about this.

Don't understand why Barca need him really. Does he really want to be sat chilling on the bench all season?

 

[Salvadora]

How about you guys take Tello on loan?

Hasn't impressed me when I've seen him. I'd much rather have Sahin on loan.

 

[LabouredSubterfuge]

Don't understand why Barca need him really. Does he really want to be sat chilling on the bench all season?

Sounds like a pretty sweet job to me.

 

[Messi]

Don't understand why Barca need him really. Does he really want to be sat chilling on the bench all season?

I would agree accept for the fact that people said Mascherano and Fabregas to a lesser extent would both warm the bench and especially in Masch's case he has been a key part of the defence for the past 2 years. More so than Puyol sadly.

 

[Yen]

Barca should just resign Romeu for dat La Masia graduate.

 

[Messi]

Barca should just resign Romeu for dat La Masia graduate.

Pretty sure they want an instant replacement.

 

[WJD]

I would agree accept for the fact that people said Mascherano and Fabregas to a lesser extent would both warm the bench and especially in Masch's case he has been a key part of the defence for the past 2 years. More so than Puyol sadly.

Fair point, but he would still only be acting as Biscuits cover wouldn't he? Nowhere else for him that team.

Also, Woy's "experimental" England squad comes out in half an hour. Should be interesting...

 

[Vivalaraza]

Fair point, but he would still only be acting as Biscuits cover wouldn't he? Nowhere else for him that team.

Also, Woy's "experimental" England squad comes out in half an hour. Should be interesting...

Carrick back in apparently.

 

[WJD]

Carrick back in apparently.

Few months too late, Michael. I wonder if that means he's been guaranteed a start?

 

[Messi]

Fair point, but he would still only be acting as Biscuits cover wouldn't he? Nowhere else for him that team.

Also, Woy's "experimental" England squad comes out in half an hour. Should be interesting...

Thats why I am not sure about him. We needed a LB and we go Alba (Plus Abidal says he is coming back near November) we also need a CB. But apparently Tito wants cover for Sergio and that Fontas can be the CB. I don't think Fontas is ready, plus he is just coming off a big injury.

Also Tito, don't play Tello in the Clasico. Please.

Do whats right Tito, reunite the MVP.

 

[Vivalaraza]

Few months too late, Michael. I wonder if that means he's been guaranteed a start?

I think his previous choice was in relation to Capello's management. Hodgson didn't ask him to play at the euros.

 

[Carbonox]

WHAT A GLORIOUS DAY.

Actually I hope we get Anzhi in the draw. The Russians need to be embarrassed by Shola Ameobi.

Work needs to hurry up so I can enjoy this sunshine with 30 beers or so.

 

[dc89]

I think I'll pop over an see Brian later. I think I can convince him if he backs Mancini he will deliver just like last season

 

[Arnie]

About to board a train back to Sheffield for a bit.

 

[confuziz]

'Is this clear' (europa league draw)

 

[Kyoufu]

Is the draw being broadcast on TV?

 

[confuziz]

Anzhi vs AZ, derp.

 

[Carbonox]

Liverpool vs Hearts

Phew, we avoided Anzhi.

Here is the draw live: http://www.uefa.com/uefaeuropaleague/season=2013/draws/index.html

Atromitos vs Newcastle United

Who the fuck is Atromitos. :lol

 

[Yurt]

Marotta: "Absolute confidence in Conte. Him & Alessio are innocent. Conte resigning? News completely unfounded."

Okay, Marotta, we still need a striker.

Giulia Bongiorno is a lawyer who doesn't accept a case unless she's convinced of winning

Conte's temporary ban will be the only highlight of many Serie A teams this season.

 

[LFMartins86]

Who the hell are AC Horsens? They sound like an horse riding club. Should be easy enough for Sporting.

 

[Kyoufu]

What's an Atromitos? lol

 

[bjaelke]

Who the hell are AC Horsens? They sound like an horse riding club. Should be easy enough for Sporting.

Walkover. They're way too inconsistent. Shouldn't be a problem for you guys.

 

[offshore]

Who? lol

 

[Carbonox]

What's an Atromitos? lol

Sounds like an enemy from a Final Fantasy game.

 

[Ushojax]

Liverpool vs Hearts

That's funny, Spurs drew them last year. We tonked them 5-0 at their place.

Watching the highlights of Spurs-Valencia...Jenas was just abominable, truly horrendous. Watching the first goal back again and the twat doesn't even attempt a challenge, by the time he arrives on the scene the ball is heading for the top corner.

 

[Broder Salsa]

Who the hell are AC Horsens? They sound like an horse riding club. Should be easy enough for Sporting.

:lol

As bjaelke said, should be really easy. But then again, you had trouble against Brøndby.

 

[Vivalaraza]

Caulker and Livermore in England squad.

 

[Clegg]

I don't think Tello will make it at Barca tbh.

And the RVP thing isn't that surprising. Nasri played a few pre season games for Arsenal while his agents were negotiating with City.

 

[offshore]

The Squad

Goalkeepers: Jack Butland (Birmingham City), Joe Hart (Manchester City), John Ruddy (Norwich City).

Defenders: Leighton Baines (Everton), Ryan Bertrand (Chelsea), Gary Cahill (Chelsea), Steven Caulker (Tottenham Hotspur), Phil Jagielka (Everton), Kyle Walker (Tottenham Hotspur).

Midfielders: Michael Carrick (Manchester United), Tom Cleverley (Manchester United), Frank Lampard (Chelsea), Adam Johnson (Manchester City), Jake Livermore (Tottenham Hotspur), James Milner (Manchester City), Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain (Arsenal), Jack Rodwell (Everton), Ashley Young (Manchester United).

Forwards: Andy Carroll (Liverpool), Jermain Defoe (Tottenham Hotspur), Daniel Sturridge (Chelsea), Theo Walcott (Arsenal).

 

[Vivalaraza]

Fair enough Roy, a forwards looking squad. I would still have Terry or Lescott in my defence though.

 

[Keio]

It's Atromitos Athens, right? Kind of similar to NUFC actually - were relegated a few years ago but bounced back and were fourth in the Greek league last season. Interesting matchup but I'd count on Magpies in this.

 

[Hixx]

Caulker and Livermore in England squad.

da fuq

 

[Messi]

Conte's temporary ban will be the only highlight of many Serie A teams this season.

Sounds like something harvey would do. lol

 

[bjaelke]

:lol

As bjaelke said, should be really easy. But then again, you had trouble against Brøndby.

At least we're consistent

Spoiler

ly shit

.

 

[LFMartins86]

:lol

As bjaelke said, should be really easy. But then again, you had trouble against Brøndby.

We are our worst enemy in this type of matches. We do have a stronger squad this season though.

 

[Vivalaraza]

da fuq

Yeah there's a couple of "really" choices in there but whatever, give people a chance I guess - better than sticking with the old guard.

 

[Ushojax]

da fuq

He was one of our most used players last season. He deserves a go, like Henderson and Cleverley he is neat and tidy and a decent prospect. He's been dogshit in pre-season but that's because he's been tasked with doing a defensive job next to the lump of faeces that is Jenas.

And the RVP thing isn't that surprising. Nasri played a few pre season games for Arsenal while his agents were negotiating with City.

Nasri played a league game for Arsenal before he fucked off.

 

[Kyoufu]

Sounds like an enemy from a Final Fantasy game.

Haha. If we don't reschedule the game we'll probably get knocked out by them ;(

 

[Carbonox]

The Squad

Goalkeepers: Jack Butland (Birmingham City), Joe Hart (Manchester City), John Ruddy (Norwich City).

Defenders: Leighton Baines (Everton), Ryan Bertrand (Chelsea), Gary Cahill (Chelsea), Steven Caulker (Tottenham Hotspur), Phil Jagielka (Everton), Kyle Walker (Tottenham Hotspur).

Midfielders: Michael Carrick (Manchester United), Tom Cleverley (Manchester United), Frank Lampard (Chelsea), Adam Johnson (Manchester City), Jake Livermore (Tottenham Hotspur), James Milner (Manchester City), Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain (Arsenal), Jack Rodwell (Everton), Ashley Young (Manchester United).

Forwards: Andy Carroll (Liverpool), Jermain Defoe (Tottenham Hotspur), Daniel Sturridge (Chelsea), Theo Walcott (Arsenal).

Livermore :lol :lol

Anyway, an experimental team that might be interesting would be:

Butland

Walker - Cahill - Caulker - Bertand

Oxlade-Chamberlain - Carrick - Cleverley - Young

Walcott - Defoe