Archive for February, 2009

Guess who’s (nearly) back for Chelsea: They sure have missed this guy!

by stresster on February 27th, 2009 6 comments

Guess who’s back, back again as Eminem might sing. Sometimes the value of a player to a team isn’t realised until the said footballer is sidelined with a long-term injury, and the team flounder as a result. [Read the rest of this entry »]

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Tottenham striker dreams of playing for Manchester United: the bug is contagious!

by stresster on February 27th, 2009 5 comments

As if losing Dimitar Berbatov to the Red Devils last summer wasn’t bad enough, it now appears as though another Tottenham striker has his heart set on a move to Old Trafford! [Read the rest of this entry »]

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Arsenal manager not worried by his team’s chronic lack of goals: Do supporters share his view?

by stresster on February 27th, 2009 7 comments

Can anyone remember the last time that the Gunners scored more than just the one goal in a league game at the Emirates? That’s right, it was against Manchester United on 8th November and we’re sure that Arsenal fans would give their two front teeth for a Samir Nasri brace on Saturday. [Read the rest of this entry »]

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Liverpool set to LOSE one STAR and GAIN another: Will the madness ever end?

by offsidetrap on February 27th, 2009 9 comments

Liverpool have to once again make the switch from the Champions League mindset back to the league this weekend as they get set to travel for a critical match against Middlesbrough at the Riverside. It’s too bad that they’re going to have to do it without the services of one of their best players. [Read the rest of this entry »]

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Manchester United chasing £30 MILLION SUPERSTAR STRIKER: Could this be a replacement for Tevez?

by stresster on February 27th, 2009 6 comments

I’m sure many of us have been wondering how Sir Alex Ferguson will cope if Carlos Tevez leaves Old Trafford this summer. After all, Cristiano Ronaldo, Dimitar Berbatov and Wayne Rooney all have a terrible first touch and have struggled to score goals this season. [Read the rest of this entry »]

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Yet more evidence that Chelsea players were disillusioned under Phil Scolari

by stresster on February 27th, 2009 1 comment

“There was no player power” exclaimed Ray Wilkins, as Phil Scolari trudged towards the Stamford Bridge exit door with a multi-million pound pay cheque in his back pocket. However, there were clearly some glum faces in the Chelsea dressing room while the Brazilian was in charge, with this player revealing a happier state of affairs under their new gaffer. [Read the rest of this entry »]

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Chelsea manager admits team need an amazing winning run to land title: Any chance whatsoever?

by stresster on February 27th, 2009 no comments

The Blues have dropped points in eleven of their twenty-six Premier League matches this season, with their new manager admitting that Chelsea have got to win, win and win again if they are to stand the remotest chance of catching Manchester United. There’s nothing like a challenge! [Read the rest of this entry »]

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“The fans deserve more than goalless draws” admits Arsenal player: Anyone for 0-0 against Fulham on Saturday?!

by stresster on February 27th, 2009 6 comments

When George Graham was manager of the Gunners, the famous chant was “one nil to the Arsenal”. It wasn’t pretty under the Scot, but it ensured that the team picked up three points every time they achieved this scoreline, something which hasn’t been happening much recently. [Read the rest of this entry »]

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Name your Manchester United Starting XI for Sunday’s match against Spurs

by stresster on February 27th, 2009 3 comments

There might be a surprise inclusion in Manchester United’s starting eleven on Sunday, with this player coming through a reserve game with flying colours during the week. Will Sir Alex Ferguson throw him straight into the Carling Cup final against Tottenham? [Read the rest of this entry »]

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Name your Tottenham Starting XI for Sunday’s match against Manchester United

by stresster on February 27th, 2009 10 comments

Both managers have a few dilemmas when it comes to picking the eleven players that will line up at Wembley on Sunday. After a 2-1 win over Hull City on Monday, Spurs now have a bit of breathing space in the Premier League, and Harry Redknapp can pick what he thinks is his strongest side to face the mighty Manchester United. [Read the rest of this entry »]

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“I want the England job” claims Tottenham manager: But do England supporters want him?

by stresster on February 27th, 2009 no comments

For many Spurs fans, the jury is out on Harry Redknapp, someone who initially revitalised the team this season before they started flirting with relegation once again. His team nearly made a complete balls-up in the Carling Cup semi-final second leg at Burnley, suggesting that the Tottenham manager has plenty of shortcomings. [Read the rest of this entry »]

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BIG NEWS at Anfield today! Will Liverpool manager now sign his new contract?

by stresster on February 27th, 2009 14 comments

Yet another draft of an unsigned contract currently lies on the coffee table of Senor Benitez, although it appears as though the Liverpool manager might now be putting pen to paper very soon. [Read the rest of this entry »]

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Will Manchester City win the UEFA Cup? Bookies make them favourites after Milan exit

by stresster on February 27th, 2009 1 comment

It’s been a wobbly season for the Citizens, who have regularly struggled to cope with the ridiculous high expectation levels that accompany the club these days. Some of their away performances have been shocking, although it appears they are now in pole position to land some silverware this season. [Read the rest of this entry »]

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Liverpool are ONCE AGAIN the BEST football club in the world!

by offsidetrap on February 26th, 2009 47 comments

Or at least that’s what the UEFA rankings are saying, after Liverpool moved back into the top spot ahead of Chelsea. The new rankings are based on results and the quality of your opponent in European competition over the last five seasons. [Read the rest of this entry »]

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Liverpool and Manchester United players getting robbed, but why?

by forevero on February 26th, 2009 no comments

Well some idiots may make the wrong choice. [Read the rest of this entry »]

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