ThE G: London Lions

[Keyser Soze]

London Lions

Stadium: Stamford Bridge(see below)
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Club Badge:
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Sponsors: Adidas and Siemens(see below)


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Adidas

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Siemens

Kits:

Home:
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Away
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Manager: Guus Hiddink
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Hiddink

Mascot: Mr Woo
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Mr Woo




Squad:


London Lions Squad

Goalkeepers
Dida
Silvio Proto

Defenders
Roberto Ayala
Lucio
Javier Zanetti
Marek Jankulovski
Juanito
Jonathan Zebina
Patrice Evra

Midfielders
Emerson
Shaun Wright-Phillips
Pavel Nedved
Stephen Appiah
Jerome Rothen
Alessio Tacchinardi
Costinha
Benoit Pedretti
Aimo Diana (out on loan)

Strikers
Alberto Gilardino
Alvaro Recoba
Carlos Tevez
Roy Makaay

Bank Balance: 299m


This Season's Fixtures:

Fixture 1
Figo v The G

Fixture 2
The G v Colt

Fixture 3
The G v HP

Fixture 4
The G v Reyes

Fixture 5
Ron9 v The G

Fixture 6
Nikos v The G

Fixture 7
Hunter v The G

Fixture 8
The G v Phat

Fixture 9
Muad v The G

Fixture 10
The G v Figo

Fixture 11
Colt v The G

Fixture 12
HP v The G

Fixture 13
Reyes v The G

Fixture 14
The G v Ron9

Fixture 15
The G v Nikos

Fixture 16
The G v Hunter

Fixture 17
Phat v The G

Fixture 18
The G v Muad

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Player Profiles:

Goal keepers:

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Dida

Date of birth: 07.10.1973
Country: Brazil

Brazilian goalkeeper Dida has no shortage of ability or experience, having won over 50 international caps.

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Silvio Proto

Date of birth: 23.05.1983
Country: Belgium

One of the most promising goalkeepers in Europe, Silvio Proto has enjoyed an exponential rise over the past couple of years, emerging as a reliable shot-stopper uncowed by the big stage.



Defenders:

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Javier Zanetti

Nationality: Argentina
Born: 10/08/1973

Javier Zanetti provides experience on the right side of defence or midfield, demonstrating brilliant technical skills and using his pace to launch attacks from deep. Zanetti has many Argentina caps to his name and will prove vital for G's team this season.

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Marek Jankulovski

Nationality: Czech Republic
Born: 09/05/1977

An industrious left-sided midfield player at club level who operates at full-back for the Czech Republic, Marek Jankulovski's resilience and stamina have underpinned his success.

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Roberto Ayala

Nationality: Argentina
Born: 12/04/1973

Ayala is one of the most accomplished defenders in Europe.
His speed and ability on the ball helps him cement a place in every team he goes to and becomes a rock in the defence. He is commanding in the air and a tenacious tackler as well as being an excellent passer of the ball.

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Lucio


Date Of Birth:08/05/1978
Nationality: Brazil


Widely regarded as one of the world's greatest stoppers, Lucio is a FIFA World Cup winner who is at ease pushing forward as he in his customary role in the centre of defence. A regular for his country, Lúcio played every minute of Brazil's success at the 2002 FIFA World Cup finals having made his debut in 2000. In the 2004/2005 season with Levurkeusen, Lúcio was mainly responsible for Bayern's new-found defensive stability as they completed the German double.


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Juanito Gutiérrez

Date of birth: 23.07.1976
Country: Spain

A solid and dependable central defender, Juanito Gutiérrez specialises in making life difficult for opposing forwards. He featured in the UEFA EURO 2004™ qualifier against Ukraine, and then in the defeat by hosts Portugal in the finals that ended Spain's campaign. Has forced his way into the FIFA World Cup qualifying squad.


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Jonathan Zebina

Date of birth: 19.07.1978
Country: France

Originally a striker, Jonathan Zebina's switch to his current centre-back role has seen him play for two of Italy's biggest clubs, AS Roma and Juventus FC. Zebina is a strong, agile right back who can also play in the centre of defence. He will be battling it out with Zanetti for a place at right back for London but he is likely to feature reguarly.

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Patrice Evra

Nationality: France
Born: 15/05/1981

A speedy, attack-minded left-back, Patrice Evra has developed into one of the most exciting defensive prospects in France. AS Monaco FC coach Didier Deschamps said that Evra reminded him of a young Bixente Lizarazu. Patrice will find himself challenging for the left back spot with Marek Jankulovski, although, due to the squad rotation policy, is likely to feature many times for Hiddink's Lions this season.




Midfielders

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Emerson

Date of birth: 04.04.1976
Country: Brazil

Emerson is much admired throughout Europe and is seen as the complete midfield all-rounder: playmaker, dribbler and ball-winner. He will be play a key role in London Lion's midfield.


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Shaun Wright-Phillips

Nationality: England
Born: 25/10/1981

A diminutive, lightning-quick winger, Shaun Wright-Phillips has the pedigree to succeed and the talent to match. The process that started with him being known as the adopted son of the former Arsenal and England striker Ian Wright is one that will end in Ian Wright being as well known as the father of the City midfielder if Shaun's promise is fulfilled.

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Pavel Nedved

Nationality: Czech Republic
Born: 30/08/1972

Once European Player of the year, Nedved provides the inspiration for Czech football, being a performer of the very highest quality.
The London star plays on the left of midfield, but has little difficulty in imposing himself on the game.
He marries great skill and accurate shooting with a tremendous workrate and also has an array of passes in his locker.
Nedved is the one of them players other teams will fearand he carries the hopes of his country on his shoulders.

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Costinha

D.O.B: 1.12.74
Nationality: Portoguese

A serious competitor, there is no doubting the commitment and ability of midfield player Costinha, who came of age in 2004 for club and country.

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Alessio Tacchinardi

Date of birth: 23.07.1975
Country: Italy

Alessio Tacchinardi joined Juventus FC from Atalanta BC in 1994 and has since blossomed into a mature, imposing central midfield player with a trophy cabinet to die for: six league titles, an Italian Cup and a UEFA Champions League.

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Jerome Rothen

Born: 31/03/78
Nationality: French

A genuine left winger, Jerome Rothen's steady supply of crosses has been a major factor in London's glory. A great winger, Rothen will prove to be a good squad member this season.

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Stephen Appiah

Date of birth: 24.12.1980
Country: Ghana

A combative midfield player, Stephen Appiah is blessed with a strong 'engine' and good tactical awareness. Appiah first turned out for Ghana at the age of 16 and is an international regular.

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Aimo Diana (On Loan)

Nationality: Italy
Born: 02/01/1978

Aimo Diana is an agile right midfielder who has a knack for scoring goals. His good form has earnt him a place in Italy's first team where he is cementing a place in the starting line up. The tricky Lion's Italian is under-estimated and will prove to be a threat to many teams in Division 1 this season with his pin-point crosses and mazy runs.

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Stefano Fiore

Nationality: Italy
Born: 17/04/1975

A central midfield player who is also capable of filling the playmaker's role, Stefano Fiore is aggressive in the tackle, works tirelessly to win the ball back for his team, and is creative in addition to providing a goal threat. A spectacular player with brilliant ball skills and a great footballing brain. Fiore is an adaptable player who can also play in the hole behind the front two.



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Benoit Pedretti

12.11.1980
Country: France

Supremely talented midfield player whose maturity belies his age, Benoît Pedretti is strong in the tackle and a quick and precise distributor of the ball.
He opted to sign for Olympique de Marseille in the summer for €4.5m after turning down offers from Olympique Lyonnais and Paris Saint-Germain FC but years later went on to play for Lyon for €7m. Pedretti is expected to battle it out for a starting role in the centre of midfield


Strikers:

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Alberto Gilardino

Nationality: Italy
Born: 05/07/1982

Alberto Gilardino is a natural born goalscorer, a complete forward who can use both feet and is good on the air. Gilardino has played and scored at every youth level for Italy. This man is a lethal forward who can punish defences at any level with his lethal strikes and powerful headers.


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Alvaro Recoba

Nationality: Uruguay
Birth Date: March 17 1976

Alvaro Recoba has been touted as Uruguay's successor to the great Enzo Francescoli and at the 2002 FIFA World Cup he gave glimpses that he could one day justify that extravagant billing with, at times, sublime use of his left boot.


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Roy Makaay

Date of birth: 09.03.1975
Country: Netherlands

Roy Makaay has all the attributes of a top striker: quick on the ground, strong in the air, and blessed with two good feet. In 2002/03 he won the ESM Golden Shoe for finishing as Europe's top marksman.


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Carlos Tevez

Nationality: Argentina
Born: 05/02/1984

He was born in Buenos Aires, played for Boca Juniors and wears Argentina's No 10 shirt. He is short, squat and deceptively fast. He has an eye for goal, subtle ball skills and the knack of finding the net in major tournaments. His name is Carlos Tevez and he is dubbed "The new Maradona". Like Maradona, the amazing talent loves to terrorise defences with his tantalizing ball skills and drop back to recieve the ball. Tevez can play upfront or behind the front two and is tipped for big things.

[nikos24]

No Dellas? :(.. hehe, im just joking. Its not a bad team at all you got there The G. I like to see combination of W.Philipps and Tevez, two outstanding and agile players. And you got a world class finisher in Christian Vieri. Hildebrand as usual, a strong custodian. Novotny will always make his presence felt, so i believe you got a good bargain there. And you still have the experiences of Valeron, Cocu and Nedved! Quality players, and players that still deserve plaudits. The pace of Zanetti and Rothen will always be present and ofcourse Gilardino who is very promising and knows where the back of the net is. Same with Montella, although he may be the most fragile player in your team mate. And you have a solid back with Ayala and Cannavaro, hard to break down. Overall, a balanced team and great players in them.

[Stella Artois]

Oh noes, not Kevin Keegan. :(

Not a bad side, it's certainly a team you can improve and do well with.

[Keyser Soze]

London Lions bag Emerson

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London Lions have completed yet another signing with Emerson coming to London for a whooping 81m.

Emerson said "This transfer is a breath of fresh air and I just hope I can live up to my price tag".

[Keyser Soze]

Free Agents In:

Silvio Proto
Scott Parker
Rafinha
Juanito
Keiron Dyer

[Dragonfly]

It's quite an old (experienced) team.

[Keyser Soze]

Cannavaro to Machester Buccaneers

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Cannavaro has recently been sold to Hunter for 97 million pounds despite the class act to have said he wanted to stay. London Lions' manager Guus Hiddink stated: "We were reluctant to let Cannavaro go, the offer was too good to turn down I'm afraid. There wasn't a better professional around than Fabio (Cannavaro) and I'm sad to let him go like this. The club as a whole wish him the best of luck for the future".

[Keyser Soze]

Philip Out, Hasan In
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Guus Hiddink has made a deal with FC Umbrella Inc. involving Hasan Salihamidzic coming to the Millenium Stadium and Cocu the other way, London also received 15 million from the transfer. Hiddink claimed that Salihamidzic would be a "good asset to the team" and expressed his delight in signing a versatile player of that calibre. Philip Cocu had only recently signed for The Lions but claimed he was only "too happy" to join the team where he would link up with his good friend and international team-mate Jaap Stam.

[Keyser Soze]

IN
Lucio + 50m

OUT
Nowotny, Valeron and Vieri

[Preki-USA]

IN
Lucio + 50m

OUT
Nowotny, Valeron and Vieri

holy cow i didn't know they were worth that much u bastard, lol

[Keyser Soze]

holy cow i didn't know they were worth that much u bastard, lol
Oh Yeah' :lol: two of them belonged to you last season!

[Keyser Soze]

Can't be arsed for the storys at the moment:
Italy midfielder Aimo Diana in for 1m

[Keyser Soze]

IN: Sidney Govou and 5m
Out: Keiron Dyer

[Keyser Soze]

Jonathan Zebina and Stephen Appiah in
Scott Parker, Rafinha and 5m out

[Keyser Soze]

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Massimo Ambrosini in for 1m

[Keyser Soze]

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Diana has been sent out to Kallum on loan for 2m

[Keyser Soze]

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London Bag Fiore

Stefano Fiore has recently sealed a deal with GWP FC in which is estimated to cost The Lions a whooping 50 milliom pounds.


I believe this was a great bit of buisness and Stefano(Fiore) will give us that extra bit of bite in midfield and should prove to be a mantle piece signing. I feel the club is really going places, if we continue to sign players of Fiore's calibre then I'm sure we will be challenging for silverware sooner rather than later.

[Keyser Soze]

Hiddink Snaps Up Cameroon Star
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London Lions have boosted the squad by signing the reliable and experienced Inter left back Pierre Womme for 1m.

Womme stated he was "ecstatic" to join such a well supported club and claimed he was thrilled to be re-united with his Inter team-mate and fellow full-back Javier Zanetti.

[Keyser Soze]

Transfer Crazy

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London Lions have made an gigantic deal with Galaxy FC, bringing in 2 new faces, goal scoring machine Roy Makaay and safe hands Brazillian goal keeper Dida.

The deal also includes speedy winger Sidney Govou and Timo Hildebrand going to Galaxy. Galaxy also pocketed a healthy 60 million from the deal.

[-Rafa-]

Safe Hands Dida? about 10 years ago he was

[Keyser Soze]

Safe Hands Dida? about 10 years ago he was
:mellow: Ok, run along now.

[-Rafa-]

ha, just joking around mate

[Keyser Soze]

Evra Departs FC Nerazzurri

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London Lions have complete a totally unexpected move for French starlet Patrice Evra. Pierre Wome, who was only signed a few days ago, was used to lure in the exciting left back with 25m going to Ross aswell.

London's manager Guus Hiddink stated "I can't tell you how excited I am with this signing, I have no doubt Patrice(Evra) will go on to be a great star at the club and is already a big hit with the fans."

[Keyser Soze]

Ambrosini: I Want To Quit
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Massimo Ambrosini has publicly declared he wants to leave London, who he had only signed for a few weeks back. Ambrosini made his feelings clear by turning up late for training, where he was then made to train with the reserves.

He has recently handed in his transfer request to Lion's manager Hiddink without stating a valid reason for wanting out. Hiddink fumed "I think its a discrace that such an experienced player like Massimo would do this to us. When we signed him he clearly stated he was up for the challenge at the Millenium Stadium, the man's (Ambrosini) a coward, scared of a little competition for 1st team places." Hiddink added that the former Milan midfielder will be training in the reserves until further notice. Ambrosini refused to comment after Hiddink's outburst.

[Keyser Soze]

Geremi Set For Lions

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It has been annouced that London Lions have snapped up versatile cameroonian star Geremi for a small fee of 1 million pounds. The former Chelsea star jumped at the chance to play for London.

Geremi is expected to be a squad player, mainly covering on the right of midfield, although a string of good performances and a bit of luck and Geremi could find himself in with a chance of starting. Geremi said: "This is an ideal move for me, a great little team with a brilliant squad of players in who seem a great bunch of lads. I'm just excited at the prospect of playing in the Millenium stadium infront of all those fans after spending so long rotting away at Chelsea". He(Geremi) will start training for The Lions tommorow and is expected to feature in a few pre-season to ensure hes fully fit for the approaching season.

[Keyser Soze]

This Season's Fixtures:

Fixture 1
Figo v The G

Fixture 2
The G v Colt

Fixture 3
The G v HP

Fixture 4
The G v Reyes

Fixture 5
Ron9 v The G

Fixture 6
Nikos v The G

Fixture 7
Hunter v The G

Fixture 8
The G v Phat

Fixture 9
Muad v The G

Fixture 10
The G v Figo

Fixture 11
Colt v The G

Fixture 12
HP v The G

Fixture 13
Reyes v The G

Fixture 14
The G v Ron9

Fixture 15
The G v Nikos

Fixture 16
The G v Hunter

Fixture 17
Phat v The G

Fixture 18
The G v Muad

[Keyser Soze]

1. Dida
22. Silvio Proto

3. Lucio
4. Roberto Ayala
5. Javier Zanetti
2. Marek Jankulovski
15. Juanito
14. Jonathan Zebina
13. Patrice Evra

8. Emerson
7. Shaun Wright-Phillips
6. Pavel Nedved
21. Hasan Salihamidžić
16. Jerome Rothen
12. Stephen Appiah
17. Benoit Pedretti
18. Massimo Ambrosini
19. Stefano Fiore


11. Alberto Gilardino
20. Alvaro Recoba
10. Carlos Tevez
9. Roy Makaay

[Keyser Soze]

Bel Air Bag Geremi
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Geremi: In action for his old club Chelsea

Bel Air Fc have been the latest club to pick up London star Geremi, for a whooping 25m. Despite Hiddink only buying Geremi a few weeks ago he claimed the deal to be "Good buisness".

[Keyser Soze]

London Unveil Pedretti
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London announce their latest signing in talented power-house Benoit Pedretti for a small fee of 1m.

Hiddink called the deal a "steal" and described Pedretti as "An amazingly under-rated talent." He also went on to say "Benoit(Pedretti) has got to be one of the best holding midfielders in France, behind Makelele and Viera". Pedretti claimed to be "chuffed" at signing for such a big club. He also said: "I love the culture of England and London is such a big town, although the main reason behind my decision was playing for such a well-supported club. I am very happy here and can only hope for the best this season and it would be a bonus to end my debut season here with some silverware". Pedretti, who also had a short spell in Argentina with Chacarita Juniors, will be wearing his trade-mark number 17 shirt for the season.

[Keyser Soze]

Recoba Arrives As Montella Departs
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Recoba: New signing for London

London Lions have recently bagged ex-Inter super star Alvaro Recoba for 20m plus back-up striker Vincenzo Montella.

Guus Hiddink stated: "This is a massive boost for the club, Recoba is a very very big player and will help the club immensly in our quest for silverware." Recoba, 29, will be recieving Montella's number 20 shirt and is expected to challenge for a player upfront, although his versatility could help him gain a place on the left side of midfield.

[Keyser Soze]

Hasan Bids Farewell As London Tie Up Tacchinardi
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Tacchinardi states he is only too happy to join The Lions in the press conference

London Lions have bagged Rafa FC's midfield maestro Allesio Tacchinardi and gained a profit of 17m by offloading versatile midfielder Hasan Salihamidzic in the deal. Salihamidzic claimed he was sad to leave The Millenium Stadium but stated that it was his "desire for first team football" which made him agree that Rafa FC was the right club for him. Hiddink was said to be chuffed with the signing of Tacchinardi however and revealed he was a keen admirer of the Italian midfielder.

[Hansel]

Great deal right there mate, if I were Rafa I wouldn't do it, but hey maybe he got something in mind..
You've got a pretty nice team dude. http://www.pesinsight.com/images/icons/icon14.gif

[Keyser Soze]

Costinha Costs 18m
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Costinha arrives at Heathrow Airport to confirm the deal

London Lions have unveiled yet another big signing, Portoguese solid midfielder for 18 million pounds.

Costinha said: "Its a dream come true for me to play for London, the city is such an amazing place and Guus Hiddink assured me this was the place to be and that the club were going place, although I didn't need to be asked twice and I jumped at the chance to play for a club of this stature".

[-Rafa-]

don't worry poffe i got something in mind

nice doing bussiness with you matt

[Keyser Soze]

You too. :cool:

[Keyser Soze]

Ambrosini Out!

London Lions' midfielder Massimo Ambrosini has been granted the move he has been seeking by leaving for Bel Air Fc for a nominal fee of 15 million.

[Keyser Soze]

Transfer Window Closes

The transfer deadline has now passed in the FL, deals are no longer eligible until the next window opens in mid-season.


London Lions: Squad Finalized

Dida - GK
Silvio Proto - GK

Roberto Ayala - SW,CB
Lucio - CB
Javier Zanetti -RB, RWB
Marek Jankulovski - LB, LWB, LM
Juanito - CB
Jonathan Zebina - CB, RB
Patrice Evra - LB, LM

Emerson - DMF
Shaun Wright-Phillips - RMF, RWF
Pavel Nedved - AMF, LMF, LWF
Costinha - DMF, CMF
Alessio Tacchinardi - DMF, CMF
Jerome Rothen - LMF, LWF
Stephen Appiah - CM, DMF
Stefano Fiore - RM, CM, AMF, FW
Benoit Pedretti - CM, DMF

Alberto Gilardino - CF
Alvaro Recoba - LM, LWF, AMF, CF
Carlos Tevez - AMF, CF, WG
Roy Makaay - CF, WG

[Keyser Soze]

Makaay Relishes Galaxy Test
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Makaay has been in lethal form for The Lions in Pre-Season

London Lions' superstar Roy Makaay has claimed he cannot wait to face his old club again. Makaay, who has been on fire in pre-season said: "I know the Galaxy lads very well and maybe I can use that to my advantage, I'm feeling great fitness-wise and really sharp. I would love to show Mourinho that he made a mistake selling me, by firing London into the lead".

Makaay was brought in by Guus Hiddink in a part exchange deal earlier this year, but is expected to get a hostile reception away at Galaxy. "I can't imagine the buzz I'd get if I was to score on Saturday, the teams morale is high so theres no reason why we can't pull off a win". Makaay also conceded that Galaxy FC were very hard to break down and warned London of their pacey attacking line.


Guus Hiddink has yet to reveal his starting line-up for the first clash of the season but Makaay is a favourite to start alongside Gilardino.

[nikos24]

Mat bro, the game between you and Figo has built up so much hype, definitely game of the week for me. Can't wait to see it. :D

[Keyser Soze]

Dida, Makaay, Govou, Hildebrand are all playing against their old clubs. Hopefully it'll be a good close game. Fingers crossed, ay?

[Rangers_Fureva]

Good luck in your upcoming match Matty boy, use the force, you can do it!:tongue: :w00t

[Keyser Soze]

Yep, that 6-3-1 formation should work wonders against Figo. :tongue:

[nikos24]

Dida, Makaay, Govou, Hildebrand are all playing against their old clubs. Hopefully it'll be a good close game. Fingers crossed, ay?

Yes, and i am having Raul, Sagnol, Cacapa and Trezeguet all playing against their former teams. Hehe.

Fingers crossed indeed, :D.

Good Luck bro, ;)

[Figо10]

Good luck to you both :)

[Keyser Soze]

Btw Nikos you've got a huge match coming up against Ron9 as well, with attacking superstars like Trezeguet, van Nistelrooy, Joaquin, Zidane, Juninho, Beckham and Gerrard playing in it I bet it'd be a bigger match :D

Why are you discussing that on my thread? :mellow:


Good luck to you both :)

Thanks.

[Keyser Soze]

'Cos Nikos happened to be here :unsure:

I'll remove it if you'd prefer it not to be here though.
Then PM him or talk on one of your threads, don't spam up mine. Nah -doesn't matter, its not a big deal.

[nikos24]

Apologies Mat, ;)

And this is something related to your team, just want to say, nice formation you put out. ;)

[Keyser Soze]

Magnificent Makaay

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Roy Makaay nets the winner in the dying stages of the game

Following hype from the media for his return to The Galaxy Stadium, Roy Makaay has responded magnificently by scoring the winning goal in the 80th minute of the game which sent London fans crazy.

Makaay recieved a warm and hostile reception from the Galaxy fans. He played an important role last season for Galaxy but was sold to London Lions when Jose Mourinho signed Bel Air's ruthless striker, Andrey Schevchenko. The game was opened up in the first half with a scrappy goal from Gilardino before Galaxy FC equalised before half time. Both teams battled tirelessly as many chances were created at each end. Just as it looked as London had recorded their first draw of the season, Makaay popped up from a Nedved pass, which was an inch perfect for him to run on to. In lethal fashion, the Dutch striker smashed the ball passed ex-London keeper Hildebrand's right hand side. After the game, Makaay stated he was "extremely happy" with the result.

Scorers:

Gilardino '27
Makaay '82

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Other Division 1 results were:

Phat 1-2 Hunter
HP 3-0 Colt
Muad 0-4 Reyes
Nikos 1-2 Ronaldo

[Keyser Soze]

Cup Draws Announced

Division 1 Cup

Hunter
Ronaldo
The G
Colto
HP

WCL Cup

Group D

Phat
Figo10
David P
Nikos24
The G

London Lions' boss, Guus Hiddink, commented on the draw:
I'm excited to be up against some of the best teams in the game today in these two cup competitions. Although we are cautious of others teams ability, we know what we are capable of, and we just need to put our heads down and work hard. If we install the same mentality in every game like we did on Saturday, I don't see why we can't bring home some silverware to London.

[Keyser Soze]

London Lions 3 - FC Umbrella 1

Match report:

The first 5 minutes gave both sets of fans a taster of what the game was to be today. Every tackle ended with a crunch as both teams searched for a goal early on. The first chance was created by Wright-Phillips, who skinned Lahm for pace just wide of the penalty box and hit a well-driven cross which was met by the head of Gilardino, only to be placed agonisingly wide. The first goal came just before the 20 minute mark with a well-worked goal which was finished off by Nedved, who struck his shot powerfully to Oliver Kahn's left hand side. FC Umbrella struck almost immediately with a goal just 10 minutes later, Zanetti dwelled on the ball as Umbrella's attack nipped in and punished London for getting complacent.

London came out for the second half a different side and dominated possesion in they're search for a goal which finally came mid way through the 2nd half with a neat one-two with Tevez and Gilardino which Tevez scrapped in from an acute angle. As FC Umbrella were clawing they're way back into the game following a period where London were under a lot of pressure, London caught Umbrella on the brake when Zanetti came steaming forward from the back to finish off the game with a simple tap in past the keeper, assisted by London Lions' midfielder Stephen Appiah.

MOTM: Carlos Tevez

Carlos linked up with the midfield well and anticipated the ball when no-one else did. He created space for Gilardino and played a part in all goals, aswell as getting on the score-sheet himself.

[Keyser Soze]

Lions face tough Castellon test

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Hiddink is taking a no nonsense approach regarding the clash on Saturday

Guus Hiddink's Lions have been given they're instructions in the wake of the clash with FC Castellon.

Hiddink stated: "I'm going all out as you can see with the boys we've brang to the Bernabeau, obviously we're set out to give Castellon a good game but I'd be happy with a point against a side of they're calibre and depth". "Ronaldinho is the obvious threat but Eto'o is a real danger man too, we're going to need Lucio and Ayala on top form if we want to stand a chance of winning on Saturday, I'm sure they will do just that".

The Lions' manager also claimed his midfield will "bully" Ronaldino and co. into making mistakes. He also said they will "crowd out the big names".

Squad for Castellon:

GK: Dida
Defenders: Evra, Jankulovski, Zanetti, Ayala, Lucio
Midfielders: Emerson, Appiah, Tacchinardi, Nedved, Wright-Phillips, Fiore
Attackers: Tevez, Gilardino, Makaay, Recoba

[Keyser Soze]

London Lions Agree Deal

Poffemaniacs FC have just agreed a shock deal which brings solid Italian duo Daniele Bonera and Georgio Chiellini to the Millenium Stadium. Creative midfielder Eidur Gudjohnsen is also heading to London with Allesio Tachinardi, Patrice Evra and Juanito Gutiérrez going the other way. London also pocket 10 million pounds from the deal. Both managers have signed a pre-contract to state neither participant can cancel the deal. The deal is arranged for the next transfer window.

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[Keyser Soze]

Castellon 1-1 London Lions

A tough game ended in a draw today in London. The Lions came out prepared to stop the beefy Castellon offense and get a goal as well, they suceeded.

Lions
Dida; J. Zanetti, Lucio, Ayala, Jankulovski; Wright-Phillips, Emerson, Appiah, Nedved; Makaay, Gilardino. 4-4-2

Castellon
Gomes; Cicinho, Carragher, Maldini, Abidal; Demichelis, Xavi; Robinho, Ronaldinho, Petrov; Eto'o. 4-2-3-1

Goals
29th min. 1-0 : Petrov, Abidal overlapped with Petrov, then gave him a lead ball which he placed far post, side netting.
59th min. 1-1 : Makaay, after a swift counter and a beautiful threw ball by Nedved, Makaay finished it with a nice shot to the left corner.

Written by HP

[Keyser Soze]

Top Scorers:
Makaay (2)
Nedved
Gilardino
Zanetti

Top Assists:
Nedved (2)
Gilardino
Appiah


Match Info:

London are preparing for a big game with FC Umbrella, who are without a manager, on Tuesday in the Div.1 Cup.

[Keyser Soze]

London Lions Thrashed

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Podolski eases his second(of three) past Silvio Proto

London were left embarrassed today as FL champions GWP slaughtered the London side 5-0 at The Millenium Stadium.

Guus Hiddink described the game as "cringe-worthy" as The Lions manager was left wincing from goal, after goal, after goal. Although, some would argue Hiddink had a part to blame in the result after blatantly fielding a weakened eleven which were destroyed by the Champions. Hiddink confessed: "After seeing GWP win 3 games in succession I thought I would rest my key players for the big Cup game against FC Umbrella in mid-week, bringing a squad capable of an upset but resting some vital players". London Lions were out-classed, physically and technically as GWP eased to victory. On the bright side, they will be bringing a fit and fresh squad in for the WCL fixture on Tuesday.

Final Score:
London Lions 0 GWP FC 5

[Preki-USA]

good deal with poff, im just going to ignore ur last match as Im sure you wish it didn't happen :)

[Keyser Soze]

good deal with poff, im just going to ignore ur last match as Im sure you wish it didn't happen :)
Cheers, what match? ;)

[Keyser Soze]

London Lions 2 - Lisbon Lions 1

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Wright-Phillips celebrates his wonder goal

London Lions scraped a win in the Division One cup in a close encounter with Lisbon Lions.

It was a close affair, chances at both ends were minimal as the key battle in midfield was being won by Lisbon. This reflected Lisbon's goal in the 34th minute, with some powerful work in midfield to create an opening infront of goal. London came out in the second half a stronger side, they closed down opposition immediately and kept pressing until a goal finally came, courtesy of a wonderful solo effort from Shaun Wright-Phillips. The tricky winger brang the ball from inside his own half, shimmy's and speedy step-overs helped him confuse Ze Roberto as he sped past him, his next challenge was to beat gifted full-back Philip Lahm, which he did in superb style with a glorious nutmeg. He capped off his magical run with a cheeky lob from 20 yards out, catching Kahn off-guard. London knew they had to finish the game off as Lisbon started to get back into the game. Finally, an in-swinging corner from Pavel Nedved was converted in from the head of Lucio. London had capped off a fine display with a win, although some would argue Lisbon never deserved the loss.

[Charlie: 9]

Good write up, G.

Tho from where I was standing it was a handball by Lucio :rolleyes:

[nikos24]

Good write up, G.

Tho from where I was standing it was a handball by Lucio :rolleyes:

:laugh:

This was the best game of the week, I completely enjoyed it, a thrillah! Good game Charlie and Mat, ;)

[Keyser Soze]

Bel Air FC 1 - London Lions 3

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Gilarino clips the ball over the keeper

Alberto Gilardino stole the headlines here with a stunning hatrick in an exciting game which ended three goals to one in London's favour.

Both teams started all guns blazing and chances were being made at either end. The opener came on the 28th minute mark; Fiore put in a wonderful cross which was greeted with a powerful header from Gilardino which cannoned in off of the crossbar. 1-0. London dominated possesion and refused to let Bel Air play they're game. Although there were worries when Lucio had to clear a Totti lob off of the line.

In the second half Bel Air got back into the game, but Ayala and Lucio were not compromising with Van Nistelrooy or Totti and snuffed out anything Bel Air FC threw at them. As Bel Air searched for the equaliser with both fullbacks going forward, Gilardino found himself in acres of space out wide and was slipped through via a Zanetti through-ball. Gilardino exploited the space as he ran towards goal, he then slipped a pass in for Tevez who was one-on-one, Tevez rounded the keeper and smacked the shot on the bounce, only to hit the crossbar. Luckily, the ball fell to Gilardino who brang it down on his chest and confidently blasted it into the open goal. 2-0.

The stadium was in silence as Bel Air struggled to keep shape as London were spreading passes around the pitch, though they got they're break in the 73rd minute, a slip from Fiore played in Van Nistelrooy who made no mistake. Gilardino made sure it was just a consolation though and completed his hatrick with 10 minutes to go with a calm chip over the goalkeeper. This was a great match to watch and London Lions fans will sleep tonight knowing they have beaten a team contending with them in the league table.


Top Scorers:
Gilardino (4)
Makaay (2)
Nedved
Zanetti

Top Assists:
Nedved (2)
Gilardino
Appiah
Wright-Phillips

[Keyser Soze]

Brave Lions Lose

London Lions 1-2 Alizee FC

Possesion:

London: 48%
Alizee: 52%

MOTM:

London: Nedved
Alizee: Gerrard


London Lions' goal:
Nice build-up play from the back involving Zebina created an attacking move in the centre with Nedved. Nedved hit an accurate 40 yard pass across the pitch which fell to Gilardino, who is in hot form, to nod onto Recoba, who made no mistake and buried past the keeper from 25 yards out.

Top Scorers:
Gilardino (4)
Makaay (2)
Nedved
Zanetti
Recoba

Top Assists:
Nedved (3)
Gilardino
Appiah
Wright-Phillips

[Keyser Soze]

London 1 - 1 Galaxy FC

Starting Team: Dida, Zanetti, Ayala, Lucio(c), Jankulovski, Emerson, Appiah, Wright-Phillips, Nedved, Makaay, Gilardino.

Subs: Tevez, Tacchinardi, Zebina, Evra, Recoba.

London Lions' goal:
Wonderful build-up play resulted in a breath-taking chip from Tevez, who came on as a sub early in the second half.

[Guillermo]

Nice to see you doing well with them. :happy:

[Keyser Soze]

Well I was left with a great team. ;) Why did you leave in the first place?

[Keyser Soze]

Gattuso is arriving
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Gattuso should recieve a key-role in London's midfield

World-class midfielder Gennaro Ivan Gattuso will be coming to London Lions in the next transfer-window, for a whooping 110m pounds. Eyebrows will be raised at Guus Hiddink breaking his transfer budget in spectacular fashion but there is no doubting Gennaro's ability to do well for The Lions. The Italian hard-worker said he was "delighted" to join a succesful club such as London, but vowed to give 110% for Norway United in the mean time. Hiddink added: "Gattuso is one of best in the world in his position, along with Emerson aswell, so to have them partnered together is basically a dream come true for me."

[Guillermo]

Well I was left with a great team. ;) Why did you leave in the first place?

I just thought I'd have a lot more work to do at school around then, turns out I didn't though. But it's a good job I left really as my pc broke for 2 months afterwards.

[Keyser Soze]

Stadium Change!

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After a meeting with the board, London Lions manager Guus Hiddink has publicly declared The Lions will no longer be playing in Cardiff. Stamford Bridge was announced as the new home for them.

"I found it strange that our games were being played in Wales, where-as we are meant to be based in London, England." he stated. "It got to the point where we were drained from travelling to our home games and most of our away games are nearer to our training ground then Cardiff!". The announcement was no suprise to the fans, who were getting angry at the idea of travelling to Cardiff every other week. The Lions are supposedly moving into their new home immediately, which is said to be as close as the next home game against Norway United next week.

[Keyser Soze]

Defensive Depth Set To Be Strenghtened

Speedy right back Belletti and solid Greek Dellas will be coming to Stamford Bridge in a deal which takes Zebina and 10m to Rasheed. The two defenders will be added to the squad, along with Italian defenders Chiellini and Bonera, in the next transfer window. The club wish Jonathan Zebina, who has made only 2 appearances this season, all the best for the future at Dubai.

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Rothen to be sold

Rafa FC today completed the signing of Londons' tricky left winger Jerome Rothen for 30 million pounds. The deal is set to go through in the next window.

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Megal deal sends SWP out

London Lions have won the race for Mauro Camoranesi's signature, the deal involved loyal London born Shaun Wright-Phillips, who is expected to go out to DJ's Elite FC along with Portugese international Costinha. London also pocket a whooping 40m and EX-Barca' rock Edmilson.

Hiddink issued this statement:

The 40 million will go a long way here. Shaun(Wright-Phillips) has been a loyal servant to us over the past couple of seasons and we wish him all the best, it will be a sad day to see him leave. Mauro(Camoranesi) is an established international who is capable of shining at the highest levels, as he has proved with Italy and Juve, it is an honour to have him here, heres versatility will be vital for our team. Edmilson is also a talented player and adds depth to the squad. It's a shame Costinha never showed the form he had with Rafa FC, hes a decent player and we wish him all the best.

The deal has been finalised and will come through in the next window.
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Fiore out

Stefano Fiore was sold today to Rasheed for a huge price of 30m, Guus Hiddink claimed the price was "too good to turn down".
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Gattuso is arriving
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"Ice Man" and Italian duo set for London

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Argentina Captain Captured

Clockwork Orange FC have agreed to let left-sided Juan Pablo Sorin go in a straight swap deal which takes Juan Belletti to Barry. Sorin, who has played at the highest level and is currently captaining his national team, will be linking up with fellow international Ayala and Zanetti. Sorin claimed to be delighted as he has "always wanted to test himself at the highest level". Belletti, who hasn't played a game for London yet, is expected to start at right-back for Clockwork Orange.

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One of the best around, and he's coming to London...

Versatile fullback Philip Lahm has agreed to sign for London Lions in a deal which takes left back Marek Jankulovksi, French midfielder Pedretti and 20 millions pounds to Team Ole. Lahm will be a major signing for The Lions and will probably slot in at left back.

[Keyser Soze]

London Lions 2 - 2 Newton Heath

Starting Team: Dida, Zanetti, Ayala, Lucio(c), Jankulovski, Emerson, Appiah, Wright-Phillips, Nedved, Makaay, Tevez.

Subs: Gilardino, Recoba, Evra, Fiore, Tacchinardi.

London Lions' goals:
1. As the game grew on Nedved took control of the match and dictated the tiempo of the side's build-up play, his lovely-weighted 20 yard pass left Appiah one-on-one with the goalie, Appiah calmly rounded him before walking the ball confidently into the empty net. This was the opener of the game.

2. Wright-Phillips' determined run was rewarded when he was brought down in a wide area, just outside the box. Wright-Phillips insisted on taking the free-kick quickly where he cleverly chipped the ball to the edge of the box to Jankulovski, who made no mistake catching a sweet volley which cannoned in off of the crossbar, his first league goal this season.

(League)
Top Scorers:
Gilardino (4)
Makaay (2)
Nedved
Zanetti
Appiah
Jankulvoski

Top Assists:
Nedved (3)
Wright-Phillips (2)
Gilardino
Appiah

[Keyser Soze]

London sign 5 free agents:

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Cristiano Lucarelli
Lucarelli is a strong, tall striker whose finishing is lethal, which was proved last season with 26 goals to his name, pipping the Serie A's finest to the Golden Boot. He also has many Italian caps to his name.

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Brad Friedel
Experienced at the highest level, Friedel has over 50 caps for U.S.A. A great keeper on his day whose talent is undeniable.

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Andrea Barzagli
A strong, quick Italian centre-back with several caps to his name. His consistent performances for Palermo has made him hot property.

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François Clerc
An agile young French right back who has forced his way into the Lyon side. His excellent performance against Milan in the Champions League was said to be the deciding factor for Hddink to make the 1m swoop.

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Nikola Zigic
The tallest striker in the world, at 6 feet 11 inches. Zigic won Serbian player of the year in 2003 and 2005, ahead of well-known striker Kezman. Zigic's powerful right foot, muscular strength and instinctive goal-poaching has left the bigger English clubs such as Chelsea and Arsenal knocking at his door with a value of roughly 9m labelled on to him.

[Keyser Soze]

:crymore: So long, London Lions.

*salutes*

FAO MR. New Manager: My updated team is in the squad lists at a glance thread. A lot of rotation is going to have to be done with the signings brang in.

[Fantana]

Why you leaving?

[Keyser Soze]

Why you leaving?
A number of reasons, mostly the fact that it was to time-consuming and I wasn't enjoying the league as much as I used to.

Not that it's any of your business. ;)

[Hansel]

Bye Mat. :(

[Charlie: 9]

Bye Mat. :(

More like good riddance, Mat.

[Preki-USA]

More like good riddance, Mat.

haha, tell me about it. Now we can finally get a good manager instead of this assbag.

This is a great move for the league.

[Charlie: 9]

haha, tell me about it. Now we can finally get a good manager instead of this assbag.

This is a great move for the league.

Martin couldnt have put that into better words.

So long, Mat, you assbag.

[martin_cranie]

Martin couldnt have put that into better words.

So long, Mat, you assbag.

I have a lot to learn. :laugh: