2008 - 2009 World Football Thread (EPL, Serie A, Bundesliga etc)
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Well this was one of the grandest beatdowns against Arsenal that I can remember (I don't claim to be the greatest or longest gooner). There's no trying to get around it, it was men vs boys out there.
There will be a lot of soul-searching going on this summer. If Arsenal sell off RvP and Adebayor--2 of their most experienced players who have stated they want to win trophies--who would they sign to replace them? The Mancs had $70mil in 2 players sitting on the bench and only brought berbatov on when the game was long decided. Tevez probably didn't even dress for this one. Our 2 signings--Nasri and Arshavin--amount to what--$20 mil total? The massive financial gap between Arsenal and the mancs/chelski/liverpool has never looked so vast as it does now.
This was a tough game to watch and I really have no idea what this summer will bring.
There will be a lot of soul-searching going on this summer. If Arsenal sell off RvP and Adebayor--2 of their most experienced players who have stated they want to win trophies--who would they sign to replace them? The Mancs had $70mil in 2 players sitting on the bench and only brought berbatov on when the game was long decided. Tevez probably didn't even dress for this one. Our 2 signings--Nasri and Arshavin--amount to what--$20 mil total? The massive financial gap between Arsenal and the mancs/chelski/liverpool has never looked so vast as it does now.
This was a tough game to watch and I really have no idea what this summer will bring.
om3ga
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om3ga
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om3ga
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I'm no fan of Chelski (sorry, I loathe Drogba, and as for Ca$hley).....but Barça owe their place in the final to a dodgy ref.
bandanoantri
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I'm neither a Barca nor a Chelsea fan, but that's only the partial truth, because Wolfgang Stark, referee of the first leg, was as bad as Øvrebø today, and many things went in Chelsea's favor a week ago. So in the end it's pretty safe to say that all is fair and square. And if that big pussy Drogba would have netted his chance in the second half, all of this wouldn't be an issue. I'm no fan of either team, but I hate the hell out of those Chelsea lads, and I'm so happy to have watched all those stupid faces after Iniesta scores...ha ha ha ha ha ha...what a sight to behold. And now that Portuguese fag and Messi will go head to head, bring it on!
I didn't think the ref was that bad. Of the 4 pens Chelsea claim they should have had only 1 was.
The foul on Malouda was correctly awarded as a free kick as initial foul was outside box.
The Drogba shirt pull was not a foul as both players had a hold of each others shirt so no pen.
The Pique handball was a clear pen.
The one in the 96th min was debateable. If I take the shot I want the pen, if I am defending I am mad if a pen is given. It was a a 50/50 call.
Also Abidal was wrongly sent off.
Furthermore in the first leg Barca were denied a clear pen.
The team that tried to attack and win the tie won so it was a victory for football.
The foul on Malouda was correctly awarded as a free kick as initial foul was outside box.
The Drogba shirt pull was not a foul as both players had a hold of each others shirt so no pen.
The Pique handball was a clear pen.
The one in the 96th min was debateable. If I take the shot I want the pen, if I am defending I am mad if a pen is given. It was a a 50/50 call.
Also Abidal was wrongly sent off.
Furthermore in the first leg Barca were denied a clear pen.
The team that tried to attack and win the tie won so it was a victory for football.
om3ga
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Drogba has apologised for his actions last night.
In a statement issued by the club Drogba admitted he overreacted.
"In the heat of the moment I let out my huge frustration and disappointment and for that I apologise," he said.
"I was very upset at what happened during the game," added Drogba.
"I also fully accept that the language I used did not set a good example for those watching at home, especially children."
Meanwhile Norwegian Police are providing protection for referee Tom Henning Ovrebo, after he received death threats...
In a statement issued by the club Drogba admitted he overreacted.
"In the heat of the moment I let out my huge frustration and disappointment and for that I apologise," he said.
"I was very upset at what happened during the game," added Drogba.
"I also fully accept that the language I used did not set a good example for those watching at home, especially children."
Meanwhile Norwegian Police are providing protection for referee Tom Henning Ovrebo, after he received death threats...
I really felt bad for that ref. I realize that there is flopping in the NBA, but there is nothing worse in professional sports than when a talented player Drogba spends the most important game of the season fishing for a PK. Maybe Soccer needs to remove the Penalty Kick from the rulebook because it is too corrupted for the refs to monitor without instant replay...
Why didn't the Ref toss Ballack a Red Card? When the Chelski players crowd the ref and scream at the ref like that, start flashing the Red. I have no idea what Ballack was screaming about anyway. He has been nothing but a huge, colossal flop for Chelski, I guess he had a moment to be the hero at the end of the game but he shot the ball INTO a Barca player...and thought that warranted some phantom "handball"?Yeah...sure it did....
Why didn't the Ref toss Ballack a Red Card? When the Chelski players crowd the ref and scream at the ref like that, start flashing the Red. I have no idea what Ballack was screaming about anyway. He has been nothing but a huge, colossal flop for Chelski, I guess he had a moment to be the hero at the end of the game but he shot the ball INTO a Barca player...and thought that warranted some phantom "handball"?Yeah...sure it did....
om3ga
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tartanterrier
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It will be tough to call but i would say Shaktar and Man U as winners 
I never thought I'd say this but the only person who should be Captain of Arsenal is William Gallas. Cesc is way too young and immature. RvP has the intensity to be Captain but I think he loafed it out there today and will be gone from the club.
If Gallas can't come back from injury then the only 2 signings for the Goons should be a replacement for Gallas (a top flight defender) and a "Mechanic" basically somebody who is an intimidator. We have enough skill but we really have no leadership and heart and intimidation out there. I groaned when Cesc just let Lampard stand over and dominate him in the second half. And what was more telling is nobody on the pitch rallied to the Cesc's defense....yikes.
If Gallas can't come back from injury then the only 2 signings for the Goons should be a replacement for Gallas (a top flight defender) and a "Mechanic" basically somebody who is an intimidator. We have enough skill but we really have no leadership and heart and intimidation out there. I groaned when Cesc just let Lampard stand over and dominate him in the second half. And what was more telling is nobody on the pitch rallied to the Cesc's defense....yikes.
tartanterrier
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I think Wenger will probably sort this out during the summer.But at least
he gave the young ones a chance,although they need a man to sort them
all out on the pitch.
he gave the young ones a chance,although they need a man to sort them
all out on the pitch.
Finally some good news out of The Emirates....NEW ARSENAL AWAY SHIRT LEAKED. I really like it!
http://www.footballshirtculture.com/football-shirt-blog/
http://www.footballshirtculture.com/football-shirt-blog/
bandanoantri
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ManU? No way!!! But I also hope Shakhtar will win, would hate to see those Bremer "Fischköppe" win the UEFA Cup.It will be tough to call but i would say Shaktar and Man U as winners
"Was ist grün und stinkt nach Fisch? Werder Bremen!!!
Was ist grün und stinkt nach Fisch? Werder Bremen!!!"
tartanterrier
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I think it all depends on how the Man U defence deals with Messi.Man U are
a better team than Chelsea and Barca were lucky to get that goal at the
end of the game.Man U are also a lot better offensively so I expect them to
score goals.
a better team than Chelsea and Barca were lucky to get that goal at the
end of the game.Man U are also a lot better offensively so I expect them to
score goals.
tartanterrier
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Glasgow Rangers win the Scottish Premier League and it's looking like
i'll be going to see Watford at Middlesborough and Newcastle too next
season....good times :nanner:
i'll be going to see Watford at Middlesborough and Newcastle too next
season....good times :nanner:
It will be tough to call but i would say Shaktar and Man U as winners
Reality for Shakhtar but too much dreaming for United. FC Barcelona will rush Manchester United so bad!
Cristiano Ronaldo will cry after the final whistle just like your avatar. LMAO!!! J/K.
Copa Del Rey, La Liga Campeones and Champions League then Intercontinental Cup!!! This is our year. 1999 was for United and 2009 is for Barça.
I would love to congratulate Wolfsburg for their first Bundesliga title. Wish Hoffenheim got it.
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