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Great game between the US and Canada. Still hurts that i cant see the US men play the Olympics
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Gotta thank El Salvador for thatGreat game between the US and Canada. Still hurts that i cant see the US men play the Olympics
Far from a spin job.
I merely mentioned my opinion, coupled with others that I've read.
I did clearly state, I wasn't too familiar with Ancelotti, because I only really knew him from his Chelsea days. Sadly enough, under Roman, even if he performed well, that job just comes with too many owner issues. As for managers "not managing clubs", maybe I didn't make it clear when I said "and is looked after by someone like". The reason why I mentioned Carlos, was not as a manager, but as a coach/assistant manager. If you read up about his creative ideals, and more importantly about how he looked after players of latin descent during his time at OT, you'll see why I mentioned him. I mentioned those managers off the top of my head, they're not the only ones. Hell, even Wenger could probably mould that kid into something special, probably the same with AVB and a few others.
"As far as "oil money clubs" go, Chelsea and City both have young players who have been or will be there for a long time." - About this statement here. Those players often get shifted to the side. We've seen this countless times. So what, you're at the club for a long time, but when was the last time you got a full 90? Big clubs with HUGE cash reserves often do this. They stack hard, and when key players begin to shine, it becomes hard for others to get in. The reason I say "oil money clubs" is because generally, they're the ones with insane cash reserves, and are buying the fastest to build mega squads.
Being at an "oil money club" is better than being at United? Debatable. I genuinely would think being at a club where I get to start everyweek, receive a VERY healthy paycheck and actually have a shot at league and CL titles would be better than being at a club where I ride the bench or only get to play 15min a game. But like I said before, a footballers career is so short, that it's hard to blame them when that big(ger) paycheck comes calling. In Moura's case, with players like Bastos and Nene ageing, he's probably more likely to get a full 90 though. But then that begs the question, how come he couldn't get a full 90 at U-23 Brazil?
6:30 pacific time I believewhat time is mexico playikng?
6:30 pacific time I believewhat time is mexico playikng?
Far from a spin job.
I merely mentioned my opinion, coupled with others that I've read.
I did clearly state, I wasn't too familiar with Ancelotti, because I only really knew him from his Chelsea days. Sadly enough, under Roman, even if he performed well, that job just comes with too many owner issues. As for managers "not managing clubs", maybe I didn't make it clear when I said "and is looked after by someone like". The reason why I mentioned Carlos, was not as a manager, but as a coach/assistant manager. If you read up about his creative ideals, and more importantly about how he looked after players of latin descent during his time at OT, you'll see why I mentioned him. I mentioned those managers off the top of my head, they're not the only ones. Hell, even Wenger could probably mould that kid into something special, probably the same with AVB and a few others.
"As far as "oil money clubs" go, Chelsea and City both have young players who have been or will be there for a long time." - About this statement here. Those players often get shifted to the side. We've seen this countless times. So what, you're at the club for a long time, but when was the last time you got a full 90? Big clubs with HUGE cash reserves often do this. They stack hard, and when key players begin to shine, it becomes hard for others to get in. The reason I say "oil money clubs" is because generally, they're the ones with insane cash reserves, and are buying the fastest to build mega squads.
Being at an "oil money club" is better than being at United? Debatable. I genuinely would think being at a club where I get to start everyweek, receive a VERY healthy paycheck and actually have a shot at league and CL titles would be better than being at a club where I ride the bench or only get to play 15min a game. But like I said before, a footballers career is so short, that it's hard to blame them when that big(ger) paycheck comes calling. In Moura's case, with players like Bastos and Nene ageing, he's probably more likely to get a full 90 though. But then that begs the question, how come he couldn't get a full 90 at U-23 Brazil?
Alright to touch on some of the basic points you have tried to make, you say why hasn't Moura gotten a full 90 during the Olympics? From what I know he is a natural winger and you are basically saying he should be starting over Neymar and Hulk?
Then you go on to say that if Lucas went to Man U he would have a shot at league and CL titles and start every week? Yet if he went/goes to PSG he would only ride the bench or play 15min/game... yet wouldn't that mean he would have a significantly better chance at league and CL titles (granted Ligue 1 is not the EPL). I mean you can't really expect him to come in and start over the assortment of Young,Nani,Valencia can you? I'm not going to pretend like I know much about PSG but I can't imagine that the competition at PSG for the wing is anywhere near what it is at Man U.
Then to "oil money clubs" not starting or sticking with youth? Man City rotated quite a bit ranging from Savic, Johnson, Mario, etc. And even then I mean the majority of their squad is under 26. How many title contending clubs that are going to be able to compete in Europe financially, will Moura be able to start every week?
we've only been officially linked with 2.he wanted sinclair to come with him where ever he went, ashley williams, joe allen, gylfi, im sure theres more
Above: I was fortunate to watch Alexis at Udinese for numerous years, probably because two of my closest friends are major Milan and Juve supporters (Serie A). I truly think he dives noticeably more in a Barca kit. But to answer your point, I will call it fair. There's one La Liga match in particular that Di Maria shamed Madrid (me). Started a physical altercation with his actions. Can't think of the specific details (opponent). Pepe is a bruising CB and just as physical as a holding-mid but I'm the first to admit his theatrics are nonsensical at times. Beyond diving, stepping on Lio's fingers was classless, ridiculously useless, and generally unwise. I won't address the minor CR7 point because we both realize he's not much of a diver at all anymore, that was largely in his United days.
Real Madrid: I'm fine with a Sahin loan for regular first-team action at a top-20 club in Europe but the board better not sell him. He was injury-plagued his first campaign fighting to crack the starting XI behind Alonso, Khedira, and Lass, but from what I saw at Borussia Dortmund, the young Turkish international has world-class potential. Slightly less than Mario Gotze in my opinion. Although they're admittedly different types of midfielders, Gotze's probably more similar to a Christian Eriksen-type.
RVP: My hunch is City or Juve, just like everybody else. Imagine if he goes to Eastlands following Clichy and Nasri while Lewandowski eventually makes his way to Old Trafford.
SP: To reiterate about Moura, his biggest asset is pace by far. Not afraid to take on full-backs out wide. Some on this board seem to think Fergie plans to convert Lucas Moura into the next great United winger like Cristiano Ronaldo and Nani.
LFC: Very close eye on the Brendan Rodgers experiment. This could end very well or very badly, no middle ground.
Olympics: Hoping for a Korea upset over Brasil, squad needs it after Park Ji-Sung's departure and difficulties with WC 2014 qualifiers. Korea/Japan in the gold medal match would be highly appealing because of historical ties and representing the continent of Asia.
Ashley Cole: If the wage demands are true and even if they're not, let him stay at Chelsea or have PSG overpay. Madrid already has a logjam with Marcelo and Coentrao battling for first-team LB. We paid a king's ransom for Fabio Coentrao, he must see the pitch consistently.
Hugo Lloris: Shrewd business if Spurs actually acquires the French keeper for the rumored price from OL. He has the potential to be a top-5 keeper in the world after the likes of Casillas, Neuer, and Hart.
Manchester: I wonder if the public complaints of Tevez and the da Silva twins about boredom in the city have affected Brasilians from coming to OT and other footballers as well.
Ravel Morrison: Anyone know if the loan spell to West Ham knocked some maturity and sense into the young man?
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Oscar will wear 11 at Chelseathis year. Feels weird man.
SP: To reiterate about Moura, his biggest asset is pace by far. Not afraid to take on full-backs out wide. Some on this board seem to think Fergie plans to convert Lucas Moura into the next great United winger like Cristiano Ronaldo and Nani.
Manchester: I wonder if the public complaints of Tevez and the da Silva twins about boredom in the city have affected Brasilians from coming to OT and other footballers as well.
Ravel Morrison: Anyone know if the loan spell to West Ham knocked some maturity and sense into the young man?
Obviously this move is still nothing but a rumor, but Ancelotti is one of the best and most successful managers in the world. He'll "look after" his young players just about as well as anyone, regardless of the players' descent.
As for your stance on the "oil money clubs" - all they're doing is improving their squads so they can compete on all levels. The situation at those clubs is very similar to other big clubs - if you're not good enough, you're not good enough, and you won't become an automatic starter until you are. Once again, how's Chicharito's game prospects looking? How many 90 minute games is Cleverly going to play? As hp touched on, Moura wouldn't start over Valencia and Nani anyway. So why would United be a better club for him again? At PSG he'll be under a world class manager, making great money, while living in Paris, and still competing for trophies, without the excessive pressure of being at one of the biggest clubs which actually can stunt development. You seem to be under the impression that Ferguson is infallible, when Anderson - the last highly rated Brazilian to come to United - has failed to live up to expectation.
I don't think they're better clubs overall, but the ownership certainly is. I'd much rather have an owner willing to put his own money into the club as opposed to an owner who utilizes a leveraged buyout to takeover while saddling the club with a mountain of debt.
Champ, I don't see any difference to the dark side of his game, except that everything is magnified when you play for Barca. CR has def toned it down, but when things aren't going his way he's more than willing. That second Valencia game comes to mind, but nbd.
Get the **** in! Its finally official.
http://www.arsenal.com/news/news-archive/arsenal-sign-spain-midfielder-santi-cazorla
Welcome to Arsenal Santi.
Cesc Fàbregas Soler @cesc4official
I'm so happy to hear that my mate Santi Cazorla is finally a gooner. Top guy, special player. A great signing! Come onnn!
Get the **** in! Its finally official.
http://www.arsenal.com/news/news-archive/arsenal-sign-spain-midfielder-santi-cazorla
Welcome to Arsenal Santi.
Cazorla is good business.
Curious if the Arsenal fans are confident in the current backline or think they need 1/2 signings there.
I am definitely satisfied with our current defense.Cazorla is good business.
Curious if the Arsenal fans are confident in the current backline or think they need 1/2 signings there.
I'm still expecting RVP to be sold before the season starts. I think too much damage has been done and he has his mind set on a move. Even if he stays, I doubt we will see a return to the 4-4-2. The 4-3-3/4-2-3-1 formation provides our defense with more protection and are wingers are more wide forwards than they are midfielders. Either way, can't wait for the new season to start already.Can't wait to get this damn season under way...week and a half.
Szec
Sagna - Verm - Kosc - Gibbs
Cazorla - Song - Arteta - Podolski
Rvp - Giroud
4-4-2 back?
Can't wait to get this damn season under way...week and a half.
Szec
Sagna - Verm - Kosc - Gibbs
Cazorla - Song - Arteta - Podolski
Rvp - Giroud
4-4-2 back?