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calculus
17-01-2007, 18:32
Signing Bale would be a waste of money.
We already have two fullbacks - Clichy and Troare.
TBH I think Traore aint ready for Prem yet though!:happy:
Viperized
17-01-2007, 20:01
TBH I think Traore aint ready for Prem yet though!:happy:
Gallas could play at left-back too.
calculus
17-01-2007, 20:10
Gallas could play at left-back too.
Yeah true but you would only want to do that as a last resort once his partnership with toure is cemented! They Havent played that many games a CB together have they?!
I really haven't seen Bale play much...so I can't comment...but how do we know HE is ready for the Premiership? We'll have to see what happens...I think if he is snapped up by ManU, he's gonna be sent back to Southampton on loan straight away.
Ronaldo_is_fat
18-01-2007, 11:58
He is a freekick specialist and that is all I know about him.
calculus
18-01-2007, 15:58
He is a freekick specialist and that is all I know about him.
We have at least 3 :cool: Toure and Rosicky can strike a ball too!
Viperized
18-01-2007, 16:00
Yeah true but you would only want to do that as a last resort once his partnership with toure is cemented! They Havent played that many games a CB together have they?!
So are you trying to say if Gallas moves out to the left for a couple of games the partnership between him and Toure will disappear?
calculus
18-01-2007, 16:07
So are you trying to say if Gallas moves out to the left for a couple of games the partnership between him and Toure will disappear?
No it would be disruptive to your spine of the team, like I said it should be a last we have no one else to play there situation. Look at his record with Terry at CB I think it was 2 goals conceeded in his time there when Mourinho brought a Solid at the back mind set to the Club! Him and Toure at the back is potentially a better partnership waiting to happen than Toure and Campbell
Viperized
18-01-2007, 16:11
No it would be disruptive to your spine of the team, like I said it should be a last we have no one else to play there situation. Look at his record with Terry at CB I think it was 2 goals conceeded in his time there when Mourinho brought a Solid at the back mind set to the Club! Him and Toure at the back is potentially a better partnership waiting to happen than Toure and Campbell
....
We have excellent defenders in Djourou and Senderos too.
calculus
18-01-2007, 16:27
....
We have excellent defenders in Djourou and Senderos too.
And of the 4 which 2 would you have at the heart of your defence?:rolleyes:
Wouldn't Gallas be pissed playing LB though, cause he was always moaning at Chel$ki that he didn't want to play LB.
calculus
18-01-2007, 16:35
Wouldn't Gallas be pissed playing LB though, cause he was always moaning at Chel$ki that he didn't want to play LB.
He wouldnt mind I dont think if it is for the team but as a rule his position is CB just like RvP used to moan at Feyenoord about playing on the wings!
Doesn't RvP play on the wings for Arsenal though :unsure:
calculus
18-01-2007, 16:44
Doesn't RvP play on the wings for Arsenal though :unsure:
Yeah sometimes but he was bought to be played as a CF but tactiacally its useful that he can play on the wing! Even Henry has played Left wing this season!
calculus
18-01-2007, 16:49
NEWS JUST IN
36 goals in 61 games for Dong, sounds good, Heinze looks like hes staying, cant wait for Sundays match, i think we stand a good chance of beating them and think Liverpool could beat Chelsea
:cool:
Henry on the wing :huh:
Yeah I think it was against Liverpool at the emirates but it was for 15minutes in a game that we were winning comfortably that was on SS!:cool:
I've got a question, will Henry still score alot of goals in say 3-4 years?
He is a great finisher but I would say his pace is his best attribute, and in 3-4 years he might of lost alot of it, will he still be a great Prem striker?
calculus
18-01-2007, 17:04
I've got a question, will Henry still score alot of goals in say 3-4 years?
He is a great finisher but I would say his pace is his best attribute, and in 3-4 years he might of lost alot of it, will he still be a great Prem striker?
Yes because he has the ability to drop deep and make things happen but granted he will need the right players around him to bring out the best in him but if Theo blossoms he could benefit from Henry and Fabregas through balls!:D
Viperized
18-01-2007, 18:46
Lauren has left Arsenal and signed for Portsmouth.
Selling him is a mistake. Lauren is better than Hoyte and would challenge for a first team place, making Eboue's first team position under threat. Hoyte provides absolutely no challenge for Eboue for the right back spot.
Eboue is definitely my preferred right-back, but I really think he needs a big kick up the arse. Lauren's experience could've also taught a thing or two to Eboue.
And of the 4 which 2 would you have at the heart of your defence?:rolleyes:
What are you on about?
Who said anything about Gallas being on left-back on a permanent basis anyway?
Clichy is our first choice left back, but should anything happen to him, Gallas could easily fill in for the time being. Should Gallas move out to the left, Djourou or Senderos could easily fill in, two defenders who I regard as one of the better centre-backs in the Premiership.
martin_cranie
18-01-2007, 18:51
Henry's goal count will most likely fall, but I'd expect him to still score quite a few whilst notching up more assists. And with the likes of RvP, Adebayor and Baptista no doubt stepping up to the plate, I don't envisage a problem with Henry trailing off in 3-4 years.
Henry has a hell of a lot more than pace to rely upon, despite vanNistelrooy's (PESGaming, not Ruud) claim that if he had similar pace he could do everything Henry could. :rolleyes:
EDIT: We had better pray that Gilbert can give Eboue the push he needs next season, otherwise we are going to suffer big time from selling Lauren.
calculus
18-01-2007, 19:30
Arsenal sold Lauren for 1 reason Wenger has faith in his youth and 3Eboue, Hoyte, Gilbert is enough cover plus I think the squad is getting strong not in terms of numbers but in terms of experience!
CaptainCabinet
18-01-2007, 19:30
Thanks. :)
Stella Artois
18-01-2007, 20:42
Wenger has never made a mistake in selling a player. He knows better than us whether Lauren was needed.
Damn, I have to hope Pompey do well now. :(
Wenger has never made a mistake in selling a player. He knows better than us whether Lauren was needed.
I would have liked it if he would have kept Manninger, cause he was a very good keeper, and after he was gone there was a period where Arsenal definately could have used him...
But aside from him, I cant think of many players that Wenger let go that turned out to be a mistake...
About Henry's goalcount:
It MIGHT drop, as he's been on such a high level the last few years... but then again, he'll probably still take the penalties and the freekicks, an he still has the creativity and the dribble and the long-range shots, so I doubt it will drop too much. Plus he's got a creative team behind him who will also create lots of chances for him or put the crosses in etc.
Age isnt everything. If his ONLY quality would have been pace, then yeah, it would have been a big issue.. but his pace is just one of many of his qualities.
Just look at old players like Larsson and Arveladze etc. Still playing well, being important, and scoring more then enough goals...
RVP is set to miss Sunday's clash.
Viperized
18-01-2007, 22:30
Wenger has never made a mistake in selling a player. He knows better than us whether Lauren was needed.
Damn, I have to hope Pompey do well now. :(
I felt Edu shouldn't have left.
He was an absolutely brilliant midfielder who could do the job either defensively or offensively.
Flamini starting vs United is a worrying prospect. I'd want us to appeal against Gilberto's red card.
If we lose the appeal, then it won't matter - our forth game is against Middlesbrough.
Stella Artois
18-01-2007, 22:33
I felt Edu shouldn't have left.
He was an absolutely brilliant midfielder who could do the job either defensively or offensively.
He tried to get Edu to stay, he never let him go.
Viperized
18-01-2007, 22:55
Lauren will always be remembered for this legendary act (as well as scoring against Sp*rs):
http://www.as.com/diarioasmedia/impresa/media/200309/25/20030925dasdai_20_I_SCO.jpg
He looks happy:
http://img249.imageshack.us/img249/5834/010396308865400ef5.jpg
Good luck to him.
Canadian, Eh?
18-01-2007, 23:25
Ah styling as always from Lauren.
I really don't see the problem in letting Lauren go, its the natural progression of our players getting injured and pushed out of the team and then going to Pompey it seems.
Badgerman
18-01-2007, 23:29
So can anyone give me a brief descript regarding Lauren?
The guy obviously looks quite dapper, but the only thing that springs to mind when I think of him is that own goal against Man City.
I can't quite see what's going on with that scarf thing or whatever is going on in his neck region. He looks to be one suave fucker though.
vanNistelrooy
18-01-2007, 23:35
Lauren will always be remembered for this legendary act (as well as scoring against Sp*rs):
http://www.as.com/diarioasmedia/impresa/media/200309/25/20030925dasdai_20_I_SCO.jpg
Legendary? More like cu*tish.
I'm surprised he didn't go to West Ham. They seem to be trying to buy everyone at the moment.
Viperized
18-01-2007, 23:36
So can anyone give me a brief descript regarding Lauren?
The guy obviously looks quite dapper, but the only thing that springs to mind when I think of him is that own goal against Man City.
I can't quite see what's going on with that scarf thing or whatever is going on in his neck region. He looks to be one suave fucker though.
'Lauren is Arsenal's Mr Reliable, a tough-tackling defender and a valuable outlet on the right flank with the versatility to fill in at left-back or in midfield if required.
One of the Club's most experienced players, Lauren has won two Premiership titles and three FA Cups during his six years at Arsenal. He has also earned a reputation as a nerveless penalty taker, netting vital spot-kicks in two North London derbies and another in the 2005 FA Cup Final win over Manchester United.'
And a goal v Chelsea:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z1NgltDkvjs
Lauren looking a bit out of sorts trying to find Fratton Park.
http://quelquechose.wordpress.com/files/2006/03/eko.jpg
vanNistelrooy
18-01-2007, 23:42
Lauren looking a bit out of sorts trying to find Fratton Park.
http://quelquechose.wordpress.com/files/2006/03/eko.jpg
:lol:
Just add some pikey trying to steal his stick and you're all set.
mufcsean
18-01-2007, 23:55
:laugh: at the pic and why is Lauren number 10????
Viperized
19-01-2007, 00:32
Legendary? More like cu*tish.
I'm surprised he didn't go to West Ham. They seem to be trying to buy everyone at the moment.
Lauren > Neville.
Lauren > Neville.
That's a very bold statement.
I think Neville is a cunt, but I see him as THE complete right back.
So can anyone give me a brief descript regarding Lauren?
The guy obviously looks quite dapper, but the only thing that springs to mind when I think of him is that own goal against Man City.
I can't quite see what's going on with that scarf thing or whatever is going on in his neck region. He looks to be one suave fucker though.
He's not the quickest full back, but he's a great tackler and is tough as nails. He can get exposed when up against lightning fast wingers, but apart from the FA Cup final vs Ronaldo, I've never seen him get truly raped by anyone. Going forward he's solid, not as spectacular as someone like Eboue, but he's good technically and a good crosser of the ball. Plus he's a crazy motherfucker and you can look forward to him staring down any opposing wingers for the next few years.
He's not the quickest full back, but he's a great tackler and is tough as nails. He can get exposed when up against lightning fast wingers, but apart from the FA Cup final vs Ronaldo, I've never seen him get truly raped by anyone. Going forward he's solid, not as spectacular as someone like Eboue, but he's good technically and a good crosser of the ball. Plus he's a crazy motherfucker and you can look forward to him staring down any opposing wingers for the next few years.
If ever there was a second "Iceman", apart from Bergkamp, in terms of professionalism and dedication...it was Lauren. Penalty specialist as well as a guy who quit international football to play better for his club...thank you Lauren for the memories & role model. Certainly...Eboue would do well to cut the crap out and take a few hints from Lauren.
Canadian, Eh?
19-01-2007, 04:27
I thought he quit cause of bust ups with the coach from Cameroon?
Stella Artois
19-01-2007, 09:16
Legendary? More like cu*tish.
I'm surprised he didn't go to West Ham. They seem to be trying to buy everyone at the moment.
How the hell you get to call his behaviour cuntish when you had the Nevilles, Nistelrooy and Ronaldo cheating their way to victory is beyond me.
Stella Artois
19-01-2007, 10:09
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oKohHsaADeI
:laugh:
/)/\\///)
19-01-2007, 12:14
dunno if its been posted
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WfcHP1eM3ao&mode=related&search=
Ronaldo_is_fat
19-01-2007, 13:23
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NdMXLQY0skw&mode=related&search=
"Crazy Jens" vs. Drogba
calculus
19-01-2007, 16:43
Good luck to Lauren at portsmouth well respected Arsenal player:cool:
thank you arsenal!:happy:i :wub: arsenal! :D :wub:
calculus
19-01-2007, 17:03
thank you arsenal!:happy:i :wub: arsenal! :D :wub:
Will you still love us when the players return to Arsenal minus Larsson?:rolleyes:
- muamba
yes for giving us them
i :wub: arsenal!
calculus
19-01-2007, 18:01
- muamba
yes for giving us them
i :wub: arsenal!
After newcaslte are you going to win on the weekend? post number 500! :) vanity *tut*
mach postponed shame because it was going to come on skysports 1! well done on you 500!
ps leiester have a shit pitch
grimmer101
19-01-2007, 18:06
I know yes its one off the worst pitches out.
calculus
19-01-2007, 18:06
mach postponed shame because it was going to come on skysports 1! well done on you 500!
ps leiester have a shit pitch
:shocking: whoa 2 games in hand your gonna get fixture piles!:rolleyes:
i know! im so pissed off :angry:
calculus
19-01-2007, 18:12
Cant wait for tomorrow starts a grand slam weekend of football with Liverpool v Chelsea and ends with Arsenal v Man U!
Arseanl and Liverpool fans would we really prefer United to win the Prem over Chelsea? That said 2 home wind would do me fine :cool:
calculus
19-01-2007, 18:14
mach postponed shame because it was going to come on skysports 1! well done on you 500!
ps leiester have a shit pitch
Thank you they have all come in the last month took me 4 years to reach a hundred :w00t
hopefully chelsea beat scum
also come on arsenal
Viperized
19-01-2007, 18:15
That's a very bold statement.
I think Neville is a cunt, but I see him as THE complete right back.
That's not Gary Neville in the picture. It's Phillip.
But as you could see in the picture, Lauren > P. Neville. ;)
http://www.as.com/diarioasmedia/impresa/media/200309/25/20030925dasdai_20_I_SCO.jpg
grimmer101
19-01-2007, 18:17
I hope we win united
Viperized
19-01-2007, 18:19
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NdMXLQY0skw&mode=related&search=
"Crazy Jens" vs. Drogba
:laugh:
:laugh:
same here it looks like ping pong
That's not Gary Neville in the picture. It's Phillip.
But as you could see in the picture, Lauren > P. Neville. ;)
http://www.as.com/diarioasmedia/impresa/media/200309/25/20030925dasdai_20_I_SCO.jpg
OH :ohmy:
Then definately Lauren > P.Neville. Without a shadow of a doubt.
Bammers05
20-01-2007, 18:42
Robin van Persie has an “80 per cent” chance of recovering from injury in time to face Manchester United at the weekend.
The 23-year-old has been undergoing tests since he hurt his ankle in training this week. Thankfully, it seems he is likely to be fit for a vital game at Emirates Stadium.
“Robin will have test tomorrow,” said Arsène Wenger at Friday’s pre-match press conference. “But he has an 80 per cent chance of being OK.”
Johan Djourou has picked up a hamstring problem and will not figure while Alex Song is on international duty for Cameroon at the Under-20s African Nations Cup.
Otherwise the injury news is the same as Arsenal.com reported on Thursday: Emmanuel Eboue is back after his ankle problem but William Gallas (thigh) and Freddie Ljungberg (hamstring) are still out. Gilberto starts a three-game suspension so Mathieu Flamini is likely to deputise in midfield.
Source:http://www.arsenal.com/article.asp?thisNav=News&article=442738&lid=NewsHeadline&Title=Van+Persie+has+%2780+per +cent%27+chance+for+Man+Utd
Good to see Robin back
thats good! please win tomorrow! CoMe On ArSeNaL!
calculus
20-01-2007, 19:10
:D I have a dream...Arsenal 2-0 Manchester United!
i have a dream..........birmingham sign bentdner,larrson,muamba,van p,fabrigas(sp),henry and wallcot for a fee of 20p which was funded by pro evo master!
Guillermo
20-01-2007, 19:14
i have a dream..........birmingham sign bentdner,larrson,muamba,van p,fabrigas(sp),henry and wallcot for a fee of 20p which was funded by pro evo master!
Now that dream seems more likely. ;)
ThierryHenry14
20-01-2007, 19:25
i reckon tomorrow will be a great close game both us and united will definatley be out for a win after chelsea shock defeat hopefully a arsenal win
my prediciton
Arsenal 2-1 Man u
"Henry" "C.Ronaldo
"Adebayor"
calculus
20-01-2007, 19:26
i have a dream..........birmingham sign bentdner,larrson,muamba,van p,fabrigas(sp),henry and wallcot for a fee of 20p which was funded by pro evo master!
Never happen you forgot to through in the packet of crisps!
Boy, I've never had to support Arsenal as hard as I will be tomorrow. Hopefully if you win, Man Utd will collapse. Sadly, I can't see the collasing part happening, but I won't be surprised to see an Arsenal victory.
vanNistelrooy
20-01-2007, 19:34
I won't be tooooo fussed if we lose, as we won't lose any ground.
You need the points to push for 3rd place, we could do with a 9 point gap. Should be a decent game (get ready for a 0-0).
Bammers05
20-01-2007, 20:07
IF we win tomorrow we'll have won both league games against Man U and the last two times we won both league games against United we've gone on to win the double...
...just saying:ninja:
vanNistelrooy
20-01-2007, 20:09
IF we win tomorrow we'll have won both league games against Man U and the last two times we won both league games against United we've gone on to win the double...
...just saying:ninja:
Last time you beat us at home you went on to do the double. Shows how good our form at your place has been as of late.
Even if you do win tomorrow, I wouldn't get too carried away with it. We're going to drop more points this season, but so are you.
Unfortunately for you, as I'm aware the majority of your fans realise too, is that you've left it too late in your season to find a bit of form.
I had a dream last night that we won this 2-1. United got a penalty in the first minute, but Van der sar saved it (Arsenal had VdS in goal, United had Reina). United then scored from a corner to make it 1-0, but Wiltord scored an equalizer in the 8th minute. Then sometime in the second half someone scored (it's a but fuzzy) and we held on.
vanNistelrooy
20-01-2007, 20:15
We had Reina in goal? No wonder we lost to you :tongue:
Viperized
21-01-2007, 00:27
Interesting news regarding the Arsenal pitch. It could get replaced if what he says is true...
http://dearmyles.squarespace.com/the-ashburton-grove-era/2007/1/19/19-jan-07-ashburton-pitch-countdown-to-sunday.html
Ronaldo_is_fat
21-01-2007, 02:28
Good news, Middlesbrough won Bolton with a stunning result 5-1 and Portsmouth losted at home.
I wonder what Fat Sam has to say about this.
Probably blame the fatigue again.
calculus
21-01-2007, 11:40
Question my fellow gooners:
Man U or Chelsea for the title? Assuming Arsenal dont produce an amazing comeback to win the double!
I'll go for Man U(grudgingly) on football on the pitch terms!
vanNistelrooy
21-01-2007, 11:43
Why grudgingly? If United don't win the league any season I'd prefer Arsenal over Chelsea or Liverpool.
More often than not their football deserves it.
calculus
21-01-2007, 11:52
Why grudgingly? If United don't win the league any season I'd prefer Arsenal over Chelsea or Liverpool.
More often than not their football deserves it.
Er, the rivalry :laugh:
I have been most impressed by scholes and ronaldo, giggs started well but with injuries has faded in form Van Der Saar best possible replacement for Schmeichal(?) Vidic = Solid, Ferdinand doesnt mess about so much now evra is settled and has proved his quality which is not surprising but what is surprising is that we expect these players to be magically on form from the start its very hard coming in Jan with no preseason etc Downside Carrick 18m are you sure? Good player that he is Hargreaves 20m no way!
But it would be well deserved if you can hold on down the home straight because SAF will have proved himself yet again and his house will have been rebuilt again!
Scarface
21-01-2007, 13:05
Question my fellow gooners:
Man U or Chelsea for the title? Assuming Arsenal dont produce an amazing comeback to win the double!
I'll go for Man U(grudgingly) on football on the pitch terms!
I'm not overly concerned, and won't be losing any sleep over it, but i'd rather Man Utd win. Reason being, I don't like or have any respect for the Chelsea setup, and Utd's brand of football is far more pleasing on the eye. I'll be surprised if many Arsenal fans are rooting for Chelsea, despite the rivalry we've had with Man Utd over the years.
vanNistelrooy
21-01-2007, 13:06
Er, the rivalry :laugh:
I have been most impressed by scholes and ronaldo, giggs started well but with injuries has faded in form Van Der Saar best possible replacement for Schmeichal(?) Vidic = Solid, Ferdinand doesnt mess about so much now evra is settled and has proved his quality which is not surprising but what is surprising is that we expect these players to be magically on form from the start its very hard coming in Jan with no preseason etc Downside Carrick 18m are you sure? Good player that he is Hargreaves 20m no way!
But it would be well deserved if you can hold on down the home straight because SAF will have proved himself yet again and his house will have been rebuilt again!
Scholes and Ronaldo have been class.
Yes Giggs has faded in form.
VdS is the best keeper we've had since Schmeichel.
Vidic and Evra have improved alot since last season.
Ferdinand still has the occasional daft fucker moment or two.
We could have wasted our time with Jon Obi Mikel, so Carrick doesn't look that bad a deal.
I don't want Hargreaves, let alone for £20m. If he does buy him for this and we DO win the league, I couldn't give a shit if we wasted all that money on him.
I feel the rivalry between Arsenal and Man Utd has died down a bit over the last couple of seasons. Possibly because Chel$ki have come into it and everybody seems to love to hate them.
Should be a decent game today, I'll be happy if we take a point away from The Emirates.
Stella Artois
21-01-2007, 13:09
Boy, I've never had to support Arsenal as hard as I will be tomorrow. Hopefully if you win, Man Utd will collapse. Sadly, I can't see the collasing part happening, but I won't be surprised to see an Arsenal victory.
I wouldn't worry mate, we'll give these bunch of useless tossers another footballing lesson.
Fuck me there's actually an Atmosphere.
Fuck me there's actually an Atmosphere.
Love using atmosphere jokes to my Arsenal supporting mates, What does space and the Emirates Stadium have in common? No atmosphere.
Eboue in diving/feigning injury shock horror.
Guillermo
21-01-2007, 16:31
Eboue in diving/feigning injury shock horror.
And Lehmann running 30 yards to tell the ref Rooney's elbowed him. :huh:
Thierry Henry is a diving prick.
Dr. Bob Kelso
21-01-2007, 16:42
Thierry Henry is a diving prick.
You honestly think that wasn't a pen ?
Well me and pretty much everyone else on the pitch, no other players appealed which kind of shows it was a dive.
Dr. Bob Kelso
21-01-2007, 16:45
Well me and pretty much everyone else on the pitch, no other players appealed which kind of shows it was a dive.
Not the best logic. I would think the fact Neville stuck a leg out that caught Henry and there was clear contact with the player but not the ball would be the better indicator.
vanNistelrooy
21-01-2007, 16:49
Neville's leg caught Henry? Damn, I knew it was windy inside The Emirates today but that takes the piss.
Possibly Henry enjoys being the best at everything and he tried to out-dive Eboue. Someone tell him it's not possible.
Dr. Bob Kelso
21-01-2007, 16:54
We had Reina in goal? No wonder we lost to you :tongue:
Would that be the same Reina who now has 11 clean sheets from his last 12 games and plays for the team you were quick to thank ?
....
There was contact but the way Henry fell, kind of made more of a meal out of it.
Dr. Bob Kelso
21-01-2007, 16:56
There was contact but the way Henry fell, kind of made more of a meal out of it.
Irrelevant though surely? A pen is a pen. If someone volleyed you up in the air and you felt the need to do a double back flip and toe loop before you came down surely it is still a pen ?
If he had trailed his leg looking for the contact that is different.
Hmmm, two years ago Rooney got a penalty for a lot less.
Irrelevant though surely? A pen is a pen. If someone volleyed you up in the air and you felt the need to do a double back flip and toe loop before you came down surely it is still a pen ?
If he had trailed his leg looking for the contact that is different.
But doing so sort of shows they are looking for it. I dunno, for me personally not a pen. But each to their own mate.
wrigh2uk
21-01-2007, 17:15
:( 0-1
YEEEEEEEEEEEEESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS
The Title Is Still Alive!!!!!
Good game from Eboue today. Makes the league alot more interesting this result.
wrigh2uk
21-01-2007, 17:54
Theirry Henryyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy yyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy yyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy yyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy yyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy
Guillermo
21-01-2007, 17:55
Theirry Henryyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy yyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy yyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy yyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy yyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy
At least spell it right.
wrigh2uk
21-01-2007, 18:02
At least spell it right.
Im excited i don't have to spell it right
yes yes! CoMe On ArSeNaL!
Viperized
21-01-2007, 18:15
At least spell it right.
THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY
Hahaha.
Guillermo
21-01-2007, 18:19
Hilarious :huh:
it is!
THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY
Zoolander
21-01-2007, 18:25
Well played. I felt a draw would have been fair but oh well! Honk honk!
Great result! Get in!
I'd say a draw was a fair reflection, but fuck that it's about time we took more than we deserved!
Clichy was outstanding today, has Ronaldo is his pocket all game long, prompting him to switch flanks...
Reminded me of the Cup Final 2 years ago, with him and Cashley...
Lehmann made some great stops during the match and in particular just before half-time...fucking machine!!!
And overall we linked up brilliantly, as ever.
Guillermo
21-01-2007, 18:26
it is!
THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY
I think..
http://static.flickr.com/65/185694986_45eaf62371_m.jpg
is in order.
Dr. Bob Kelso
21-01-2007, 18:29
THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY THIERRY HENRY
Hahaha.
Yay look what I started. :D
ThierryHenry14
21-01-2007, 18:31
i knew it was going to be 2-1 and i said henry and rooney would score
Yesterday, 19:25 ThierryHenry14 #7534
i reckon tomorrow will be a great close game both us and united will definatley be out for a win after chelsea shock defeat hopefully a arsenal win
my prediciton
Arsenal 2-1 Man u
"Henry" "C.Ronaldo
"Adebayor"
Dr. Bob Kelso
21-01-2007, 18:33
i knew it was going to be 2-1 and i said henry and rooney would score
Hope you had a bet on. I had an Arse Liverpool double and 2-1 (not 2-0) Liverpool, Kuyt first goal.
ThierryHenry14
21-01-2007, 18:34
i put 118 on it
martin_cranie
21-01-2007, 18:50
A great win it would seem. I haven't seen any of it - so MoTD is going to be excellent tonight - but from the match stats I've read, we looked worthy of at least a draw.
I've already read reports stating that ManYoo's 6pt lead is now looking a bit tentative, and as we're only 6pts behind Chelsea, I think there's reason to be optimistic. Runners up spot is certainly looking achievable.
ThierryHenry14
21-01-2007, 18:56
yeah thats a must watch for me is it on at 10 or later cause of the crappy snooker
Edit:
yeah thats a must watch for me is it on at 10 or later cause of the crappy snooker
Match of The Day is on at 10:45 on Bbc1 ;)
ThierryHenry14
21-01-2007, 19:09
ah what
Stella Artois
21-01-2007, 19:19
Negativity deserves nothing and United were extremely negative once they'd scored. One shot in the second half?
We deserved as we kept on battling to the end - not to mention we should have had a blatant penalty.
Nice to see Ronaldo, Lehmann and Eboue making total idiots of themselves; I'm sick of it.
Negativity deserves nothing and United were extremely negative once they'd scored. One shot in the second half?
We deserved as we kept on battling to the end - not to mention we should have had a blatant penalty.
Nice to see Ronaldo, Lehmann and Eboue making total idiots of themselves; I'm sick of it.
What did Jens do?
Vidic seems to love go down holding his face, everytime he clears a header though.
Stella Artois
21-01-2007, 19:30
At the end Jens pretended he'd hurt his foot. Twas pathetic.
Vidic was being a big girls blouse.
Rossy Boy
21-01-2007, 19:38
Was a good win for us and was a great game to watch
calculus
21-01-2007, 19:55
*YYYYYYEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEESSSS SSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS* was my reaction when TH14 scored! I cant be any happier, cant wait to go into work tomorrow and lap it up, bring on Spurs on tuesday!!!!!!
I cant believe I'm reading people saying Henry dived are you blind????
He was fouled and it should of been a penalty and if you had sky and watched last word or the replys of the incident you would of seen it too!!!! Unlike some players who went down without being touched and got given the penalty because it was OT! But that is passed great win and that just leaves Chelsea to come and get their asses whooped at the Emirates :w00t !
Well done to the Man Utd fans who have accepted the defeat gracefully!
2-1:laugh:
Stella Artois
21-01-2007, 20:10
One negative from the match is the news that Van Persie's out for 6 weeks... ;/
Get well soon.
Guillermo
21-01-2007, 20:11
Arsenal striker Robin van Persie has broken the fifth metatarsal bone in his right foot, the club have announced.
He sustained the "partial fracture" scoring the equaliser in the Gunners' 2-1 win over Manchester United at the Emirates Stadium.
Van Persie had an X-ray immediately after the game which confirmed the full extent of his injury.
It is likely the Dutchman, who had come on as a second-half substitute, will be out of action for at least six weeks.
EDIT: Same time Ryan :/
Van Persies out for 6 weeks...Fractured his 5th metatarsal.
More Details here (http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/football/teams/a/arsenal/6285363.stm)
:realmad:
Sorry to shit all over the latest result like but hey...
calculus
21-01-2007, 20:12
One negative from the match is the news that Van Persie's out for 6 weeks... ;/
Get well soon.
EDIT: Same time Ryan :/
How the hell did he break his toe for that goal?:unsure:
Stella Artois
21-01-2007, 20:17
He had an injury anyway. Maybe it was worse than first thought.
AgentZero
21-01-2007, 21:05
right you twat stella ..kept my end of the deal..
vanNistelrooy
21-01-2007, 21:25
Good game Arsenal.
Didn't see the second half as the daft buggers at 5-a-side seem to always put a match at the time United are playing Arsenal.
Playing 4-5-1 (pretty much) says alot about what we expected/wished to take from the game. So this said we deserved to drop points. Maybe not sure about all three, but that's the way football goes, and we just have to use this defeat to push off from for the remainder of the season.
Once again, well done Arsenal.
AgentZero
21-01-2007, 21:30
lest hope we draw you lot or meet you in wmebley
vanNistelrooy
21-01-2007, 21:32
lest hope we draw you lot or meet you in wmebley
Why? So they can beat us again?
AgentZero
21-01-2007, 21:37
one. i dont liek your pessimistic tone...
two. i just want to beat them once...cant let them have a clean sweep...
Viperized
21-01-2007, 22:19
Hilarious :huh:
Indeed. :o
Great result and a good performance. A year or two ago I wouldn't have really expected us to come back from a goal down vs. United, but today once they scored I still felt we could do it, which shows how far we've come in the last year.
Eboue may be a tosser, but he's one hell of a full back, lost his head a few times, but did very well both attacking and defending, he's really improved his final ball too. Clichy was superb was as well, kept whoever was against him in his pocket. Flamini was a bit anonymous, ran a lot, but didn't really impose himself. Cesc was superb again. Hleb was okay and Rosicky was a bit disappointing, nothing really came off for either of them. Ade was great, worked hard and caused trouble. Henry looked a bit lazy off the ball, but got the goal, so I can't say too much.
I couldn't help but laugh at Jens' "hurt" foot at the end.
calculus
21-01-2007, 22:38
Great result and a good performance. A year or two ago I wouldn't have really expected us to come back from a goal down vs. United, but today once they scored I still felt we could do it, which shows how far we've come in the last year.
Eboue may be a tosser, but he's one hell of a full back, lost his head a few times, but did very well both attacking and defending, he's really improved his final ball too. Clichy was superb was as well, kept whoever was against him in his pocket. Flamini was a bit anonymous, ran a lot, but didn't really impose himself. Cesc was superb again. Hleb was okay and Rosicky was a bit disappointing, nothing really came off for either of them. Ade was great, worked hard and caused trouble. Henry looked a bit lazy off the ball, but got the goal, so I can't say too much.
I couldn't help but laugh at Jens' "hurt" foot at the end.
That was the worst! What was he playing at? I wouldnt have said anything if he got booked for that! Its childish and it spoils a great comeback and victory over the top team in the Prem. Shows how far we have come and how strong our team is getting last year we definitely would have lost that game but now with the youthful energy combined with the increase in experience = formidable team!
calculus
21-01-2007, 22:49
MOTD2.
Duh Duh Duh Duh Dah! (Couldnt be bothered to type the theme tune you all know it)
Rewatch the classic comeback!
Henry's goal narrated by a daft Man Utd fan:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7KYpkwiUgw8
"Bullshit bullshit bullshit"
"How can the Arsenal win this, bullshit"
"Man Utd better score here, i don't give a shit if it's a red card or nothing"
:laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
Good find JoeyM. True united fan there.
"It's a kick-out"
"Block his ass"
" Now we're not going to win the FA cup because of this fumble"
Comedy gold.
Scarface
21-01-2007, 23:57
I couldn't help but laugh at Jens' "hurt" foot at the end.
Me too. As he caught it and went to ground, I thought to myself "now, pretend you're injured!" It may lack sportsmanship and class, but hey, they started it :blush:
I thought Emmanuel Adebayor was excellent, again. He never stops running, and has come on leaps and bounds this season, in terms of close control and passing, especially. Cesc Fabregas ran the midfield, and looked truly world class against top opposition, once again. Obviously wasn't a vintage performance, but a great victory all the same. We were the better team, although perhaps not by enough to deserve all 3 points, but they've had enough luck in recent years against us, for us to deserve the rub of the green this time.
Henry's goal narrated by a daft Man Utd fan:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7KYpkwiUgw8
"Henry, don't dance! I'm gonna kill you." :laugh:
greenegg
22-01-2007, 00:30
Henry's goal narrated by a daft Man Utd fan:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7KYpkwiUgw8
"Bullshit bullshit bullshit"
"How can the Arsenal win this, bullshit"
"Man Utd better score here, i don't give a shit if it's a red card or nothing"
:laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
Suprise suprise his Manc accent is non existant :rolleyes:
Viperized
22-01-2007, 00:47
Great result and a good performance. A year or two ago I wouldn't have really expected us to come back from a goal down vs. United, but today once they scored I still felt we could do it, which shows how far we've come in the last year.
Eboue may be a tosser, but he's one hell of a full back, lost his head a few times, but did very well both attacking and defending, he's really improved his final ball too. Clichy was superb was as well, kept whoever was against him in his pocket. Flamini was a bit anonymous, ran a lot, but didn't really impose himself. Cesc was superb again. Hleb was okay and Rosicky was a bit disappointing, nothing really came off for either of them. Ade was great, worked hard and caused trouble. Henry looked a bit lazy off the ball, but got the goal, so I can't say too much.
I couldn't help but laugh at Jens' "hurt" foot at the end.
Rosicky wasn't too bad imo.
It wasn't his best performance, but he was better in the second half and created the first goal for us.
The Sun's report is unsurprisingly shit, here's some of the best parts:
Few can remember the last time Arsenal beat United playing quite as poorly as they did at the Emirates yesterday.
Playing an adventurous and highly admirable 4-2-3-1, they took the lead after 53 minutes with a well-controlled Wayne Rooney header and looked to be strolling to victory.
It got so bad early on in the second half that Cesc Fabregas resorted to hitting high balls in the general direction of Emmanuel Adebayor from the right-back position.
Arsenal’s victory keeps it all bubbling over nicely but they know only too well how lucky they were to escape with all three points. Apart from that 15-minute spell at the end, they were clearly second best.
Not to mention the player ratings, Rosicky gets an 8 and MOTM, yet Cesc gets a 7. Clichy gets a 6, then Evra gets a 7? Adebayor gets the same rating as the anonymous Larsson?
Match report:
http://www.thesun.co.uk/article/0,,2002390000-2007030424,00.html
Player Ratings:
http://www.thesun.co.uk/article/0,,2002390000-2007030378,00.html
Lorenzinho
22-01-2007, 12:12
It's the Sun, what do you expect?
Bammers05
22-01-2007, 18:10
Great result yesterday:D
I was particularly pleased with Rosicky who looks like he's coming back to the form he had at the World Cup against USA
As for Man U today, I thought that, apart from the goal, Rooney and Ronaldo were dealt with very efficiently. In fact their only attacking threat seemed to be coming from Patrice Evra, who had a great match I thought.
Stella Artois
22-01-2007, 19:16
The Sun's report is unsurprisingly shit, here's some of the best parts:
4-2-3-1? Ahahahaha. What game were they watching? It was 4-5-1 once they'd scored and Ronney never really played as an out and out striker to begin with either...
Christ could the Sun get anymore bitter?
vanNistelrooy
22-01-2007, 22:36
Makes a change for The Sun to favour us. All a bunch of pricks anyway.
Rossy Boy
22-01-2007, 22:43
The Sun's report is unsurprisingly shit, here's some of the best parts:
Not to mention the player ratings, Rosicky gets an 8 and MOTM, yet Cesc gets a 7. Clichy gets a 6, then Evra gets a 7? Adebayor gets the same rating as the anonymous Larsson?
Match report:
http://www.thesun.co.uk/article/0,,2002390000-2007030424,00.html
Player Ratings:
http://www.thesun.co.uk/article/0,,2002390000-2007030378,00.html
thats the sun for you though
Stella Artois
22-01-2007, 22:57
Makes a change for The Sun to favour us. All a bunch of pricks anyway.
You're joking? If The Sun were any further up United's arses, they'd be falling out your mouths.
vanNistelrooy
22-01-2007, 23:02
You're joking? If The Sun were any further up United's arses, they'd be falling out your mouths.
If it had those Custis twats on it, trust me, all your players would have 10/10.
Stella Artois
22-01-2007, 23:09
It was Steven Howard, aka "Chief Sports Editor/Man United fanboy".
Absolute cunt that bloke. Been spouting anti-Chelski bollocks ever since United became genuine challengers.
vanNistelrooy
22-01-2007, 23:21
The headline had me in stiches...
"Now they know how Bayern felt"
Did Bayern have 15 odd games to correct the situation? No, you inbred prick.
calculus
23-01-2007, 10:59
The headline had me in stiches...
"Now they know how Bayern felt"
Did Bayern have 15 odd games to correct the situation? No, you inbred prick.
Is this the first time United have lost a game in the last minute since the 99 final?
alpine goal
23-01-2007, 21:15
Can We Play You Every Week
as i always say i :wub: arsenal
Dr. Bob Kelso
23-01-2007, 21:20
as i always say i :wub: arsenal
You should do, you wouldn't have had a prayer of getting in the Prem without them.
that is kinda the point.(and mcsheffery)
Viperized
23-01-2007, 23:16
Once we beat Spurs we will see Carling Cup final:
Arsenal Reserves with four first-teamers v Chelsea.
Scarface
23-01-2007, 23:25
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/columnists/columnists.html?in_article_id= 430268&in_page_id=1951
Was meaning to post this a few days ago. A good article from Sir Bobby.
I like Sir Alex Ferguson and Manchester United a great deal, but you have to say that when Arsenal hit top gear, there is nobody else like them in the country.
They play a beautiful brand of football and when Thierry Henry is in the side and Cesc Fabregas pulls the strings, it’s hard to remember any team in English football ever playing so fluently. They are the best at retaining the ball, playing clever little one-twos and getting in behind defences.
Certainly, they haven’t found the consistency that Chelsea or Manchester United have done this season, but at their best, they are the best. Maybe that’s why they have done well in head-to-heads against the big teams; they have beaten Liverpool three times — twice in four days at Anfield recently in both domestic cups. They won 1-0 at Old Trafford back in September and were about a minute away from winning at Chelsea just before Christmas. And who can forget their 4-0 win at Reading earlier in the season?
Compare that to how Chelsea and United have struggled to prise points from Steve Coppell’s side. Arsenal will fancy their chances against United today, but the key might be how they cope without the suspended Gilberto Silva.
To me, Gilberto is to Arsenal what Bryan Robson was for Manchester United. The Brazilian covers yards of space, gets in tackles and still finds time to break forward and score goals. He is a key player and his are very large boots to fill for Mathieu Flamini, who does a good job but is no Gilberto.
In the opposite corner, Sir Alex has a difficult decision to make, with three top-class strikers — Wayne Rooney, Louis Saha and Henrik Larsson — bidding for two places.
Rooney has been very poor by his standards in the past few weeks and he struggled when I saw him at Newcastle on New Year’s Day. He missed a good chance and was a million miles behind Paul Scholes. Mind you, so was everyone else!
Sir Alex will relish having the headache of which top-class player to leave out. Saha was in good form before his injury and Larsson has shown in his early days over here that he still has the legs to handle the Premiership.
There are two ways you can go with a young player like Rooney. Rest him or let him play his way into form. I think Sir Alex and myself have the same outlook where we instinctively prefer to persevere with a great young talent. I remember at Ipswich there were times when young players like Eric Gates had a little dip in form but I would try to keep them in the side.
It won’t be an easy decision, but I think Alex will keep Rooney in the team today. But Wayne knows now with Larsson, Saha and also Ole Gunnar Solskjaer that if he struggles, he could be substituted or left out the team. Alex will be hoping Wayne responds to that.
It is too early in his career to compare Rooney to Henry. His goal against Blackburn last Saturday was sensational, particularly as it was against one of the best goalkeepers in the Premiership in Brad Friedel, and he made it look so easy. For me, Henry is the best player in the Premiership — followed by Cristiano Ronaldo, who has been stunning this season but still overelaborates in certain games.
Rooney shouldn’t think he has reached the standard set by Henry yet, but that is what he should aim for over the next four or five seasons. United have had a remarkable season so far and Alex won’t want to let it slip now.
Like many people, I thought Chelsea’s signings in the summer of Andriy Shevchenko, Michael Ballack, Ashley Cole and Salomon Kalou would lead to a hattrick of titles. I’ve changed my mind now.
Manchester United definitely look the better all-round side and if Didier Drogba hadn’t hit such amazing form, Chelsea would be miles behind.
Alex has already won eight Premiership titles at United but I think this one, his ninth, would be the biggest achievement of the lot.
Despite Jose Mourinho’s current difficulties in signing players, he has been on an unprecedented spending spree in the past couple of years.
In the circumstances, it is a huge credit to Sir Alex that he has been able to mould a team not only to rival Chelsea but stay ahead of them in the Premiership table.
I guess neutrals will be rooting for United this season to end the recent Chelsea domination. But if you picked one team to sit down and watch on a Sunday afternoon, it would probably be Arsenal.
Viperized
23-01-2007, 23:46
Excellent article by Sir Bobby.
Stella Artois
24-01-2007, 13:10
2. Abou Diaby
4. Francesc Fabregas
5. Kolo Toure
6. Philippe Senderos
9. Julio Baptista
13. Alexander Hleb
15. Denilson
16. Mathieu Flamini
21. Mart Poom
24. Manuel Almunia
27. Emmanuel Eboue
30. Jeremie Aliadiere
31. Justin Hoyte
32. Theo Walcott
43. Mark Randall
45. Armand Traore
It's obviously a stronger squad than last time, but I think it had to be done give we're away at the scum - a team we do not want to lose to at any cost - and given the fact they'll play their first team.
Almunia
Hoyte Senderos Toure Traore
Walcott Cesc Diaby Denilson
Bap Aliadiere
Indeed...don't want to give too much away to the Spurs...I think it'll be a good game. It's a good run in for Baptista who could be key now that VP is out for the season...and the intelligent play by Aliadiere vs Liverpool was hard to miss. Good games for them.
Dr. Bob Kelso
24-01-2007, 14:05
If you play the same side you played v Us as I have said I reckon you will lose.
I think far too much emphasis was put on that result.
aR$£/l/Al_ DESSERVE EVERY WIN THEY GEt,but i have to admit the liverpool 6-3 win was bad but the pool did give a little comeback
Stella Artois
24-01-2007, 15:00
If you play the same side you played v Us as I have said I reckon you will lose.
I think far too much emphasis was put on that result.
Not really, it showed the difference in quality between our squads.
Us > you.
calculus
24-01-2007, 15:59
It will be a tight match as its a 2 legged affair but I reckon that we will win through 1-0 or 2-1 :laugh:
(If you cut me I bleed red and white...the red and white of Arsenal:ninja: )
:laugh:
Viperized
24-01-2007, 16:18
That is a quite strong squad. My team would be:
Almunia
Eboue Toure Senderos Troare
Walcott Cesc Diaby Denilson
Baptista Aliadiere
calculus
24-01-2007, 17:33
That is a quite strong squad. My team would be:
Almunia
Eboue Toure Senderos Troare
Walcott Cesc Diaby Denilson
Baptista Aliadiere
Eboue isn't in the squad!
My team-
Almunia
Hoyte Toure Djourou Traore
Walcott Denilson Diaby Merida
Baptista Aliadiere
Eboue isn't in the squad!
My team-
Almunia
Hoyte Toure Djourou Traore
Walcott Denilson Diaby Merida
Baptista Aliadiere
Eboue is in the squad ;). Read carefully ;).
calculus
24-01-2007, 17:37
Eboue isn't in the squad!
My team-
Almunia
Hoyte Toure Djourou Traore
Walcott Denilson Diaby Merida
Baptista Aliadiere
Almunia
Hoyte Toure Djourou Traore
Walcott (Fabregas)Denilson Diaby (Hleb)Merida
Baptista Aliadiere
Shame he is in the squad! :blush:
:realmad: BBC website!
Viperized
24-01-2007, 20:02
Starting 11:
Almunia
Hoyte
Senderos
Toure
Traore
Walcott
Diaby
Fabregas
Denilson
Baptista
Aliadiere
According to my calculations, the average age of this team is just under 20.
Come on you Arse, beat those Yid cunts.
proevo_15021975
24-01-2007, 20:17
games just kicked of 15 mins late i'll keep u updated.
wow,great opening to the game.spurs look superb.
fantastic game,its end to end could be 1-1 already.
Traore looked good there, just ghosted past Chimbonda.
*Edit*
Then get's skinned by Lennon.
Zoolander
24-01-2007, 20:25
Fucking Hell! Young team! I'm impressed! First blood Spurs!
Jake Small
24-01-2007, 20:47
What in the hell happened there?!
zerosktz
24-01-2007, 21:10
wow... we're down 2-0... damn it's going to be tough to bounce back from that. baptista needs to score one to make up for that own goal he made. doh!
Not a bad performance, just a mix up at the back and a flukey OG from a nonfree kick. Good response from the team, but we've been unable to really make anything.
martin_cranie
24-01-2007, 21:59
The Beast strikes twice! It's going to be one hell of closing 10 minutes.
Eboue is still a twat I see, good to see some things don't change.
martin_cranie
24-01-2007, 22:08
Eboue is still a twat I see, good to see some things don't change.
While that maybe true, he's still an outstanding player who is young enough to change his ways. And with players like The Winker in your team, I think it's a little rich to be passing comments like that.
Ronaldo rarely does anything contreversial anymore whereas in the last two games Eboue has played for Arsenal he has acted like a complete tool, not surprising as he comes from the same country as Drogba.
Guess we'll see you in Cardiff then.
Ronaldo rarely does anything contreversial anymore whereas in the last two games Eboue has played for Arsenal he has acted like a complete tool, not surprising as he comes from the same country as Drogba.
The same way you United fans can say Ronaldo "rarely does anything controversial anymore", us Chelsea fans can say the same about Drogba. So don't bring him into this.
Plus Kolo Toure does not dive and he is also from the Ivory Coast. So you should not bring Nationallity into this either.
Dr. Bob Kelso
24-01-2007, 22:15
To quote Monty Python:
"You lacky Barsteds!"
Viperized
24-01-2007, 22:17
That was one entertaining game.
2-0 down at half time and we get right back in it to make it 2-2. Great performance.
Bring on the second leg! I'm feeling very confident. We'll definitely beat them at the Emirates stadium. It's a shame Hleb picked up a injury. He was quite impressive today and did have an impact, like Eboue.
Scarface
24-01-2007, 22:18
Good result, considering the circumstances. We should count ourselves favourites now, although I hope Gael Clichy comes in for Armand Traore. The kid clearly has talent, but marking Aaron Lennon is not an easy task for any full-back, let alone a 17 year old with very little experience.
The decision to reward a free kick to Spurs for the second goal was pathetic, to say the least, but I guess you should expect these things from Mr Poll.
Fingers crossed, Hleb and Eboue only have minor injuries.
martin_cranie
24-01-2007, 22:21
Ronaldo rarely does anything contreversial anymore whereas in the last two games Eboue has played for Arsenal he has acted like a complete tool, not surprising as he comes from the same country as Drogba.
Well if that's true, and considering the wealth of Ronaldo's wrong doings, wouldn't you say there's hope for anyone to change?
Of course this discussion is quite pointless, as I'm sure we can both freely admit that plenty of players, ours and others, could stand to improve their attitudes.
A good fightback it would seem. I've not seen any of the match, but judging by statistics, we fought back very well in the second half. Most of the stats in the first half were considerably in Spurs favour.
Viperized
24-01-2007, 22:22
martin, I'd say the first half was all about Spurs, but we dominated in the second half.
Hoyte has drastically improved. A couple of months back he was absolutely awful. Walcott was anonymous today. I liked the look of Diaby and Denilson. That was some shot by Denilson too - the 30 yard volley. A fantastic effort.
I was annoyed at the lack of shots by the team though. We play one pass too many - we need to shoot more outside the box.
Rossy Boy
24-01-2007, 22:22
Eboues cant of been that bad cos he seemed to play on and didnt look in too much pain
Well if that's true, and considering the wealth of Ronaldo's wrong doings, wouldn't you say there's hope for anyone to change?
Of course this discussion is quite pointless, as I'm sure we can both freely admit that plenty of players, ours and others, could stand to improve their attitudes.
A good fightback it would seem. I've not seen any of the match, but judging by statistics, we fought back very well in the second half. Most of the stats in the first half were considerably in Spurs favour.
I do agree that he can change his ways but I am just wondering when Wenger is going to say something to him as he is beginning to get a bad reputation.
Denilson looks to be a cracking player, and the Beast now with 6 goals in two games where he has been played in his preferred position.
It must be said, Theo was very very bad today, gave the ball away almost every time he got it. It's puzzling as he's looked quality whenever he's played in the league, but he's been awful in the past to cup games.
Viperized
24-01-2007, 22:25
I do agree that he can change his ways but I am just wondering when Wenger is going to say something to him as he is beginning to get a bad reputation.
Wenger has publicly blasted Eboue with regards to his diving.
I didn't notice any dives from him today. What did he do wrong?
Dr. Bob Kelso
24-01-2007, 22:27
martin, I'd say the first half was all about Spurs, but we dominated in the second half.
Hoyte has drastically improved. A couple of months back he was absolutely awful. Walcott was anonymous today. I liked the look of Diaby and Denilson. That was some shot by Denilson too - the 30 yard volley. A fantastic effort.
I was annoyed at the lack of shots by the team though. We play one pass too many - we need to shoot more outside the box.
As I have said a number of times Walcott is not a right winger. He is a player that needs to be played up top where he is given service. Playing him on the right makes him a one dimensional player and he clearly has so much more to offer.
martin_cranie
24-01-2007, 22:28
martin, I'd say the first half was all about Spurs, but we dominated in the second half.
Hoyte has drastically improved. A couple of months back he was absolutely awful. Walcott was anonymous today. I liked the look of Diaby and Denilson. That was some shot by Denilson too - the 30 yard volley. A fantastic effort.
I was annoyed at the lack of shots by the team though. We play one pass too many - we need to shoot more outside the box.
I see, thanks for update. I'll watch the highlights later tonight to get a fuller picture.
Viperized
24-01-2007, 22:32
As I have said a number of times Walcott is not a right winger. He is a player that needs to be played up top where he is given service. Playing him on the right makes him a one dimensional player and he clearly has so much more to offer.
I disagree. He has looked very good on the wings when played in the Premiership.
Dr. Bob Kelso
24-01-2007, 22:36
I disagree. He has looked very good on the wings when played in the Premiership.
No he hasn't. He has looked like a player who has come on fresh off the bench against a side that are so far back they are practically sat on their own goaline. Because that is exactly what he has been. In a real game starting and not being allowed to do as he pleases he is far more effective up top.
calculus
24-01-2007, 22:36
:D
Well what can I say the young boys did me proud! I said it was going to be a good match and I was right Spurs look good going forward but as a team defensively they should do better!
Walcott is not a right winger(maybe in a 4-3-3) hes young so he has time to learn I think everyone is expecting alot of that boy which is alot of pressure just hope he doesnt fold.
Impressed with Diaby, Denilson and Fabregas(What a player!) Hleb and eboue added penetration in the second half!
I cant stress how much my teeth refuse to stay in my mouth I'm beaming!:D
If we make the final what do think AW will do?
I'd like to see him play this apparent 'b' team so to speak.
ONly if Chelseas back-room issues are still there though- if they're sorted by the time the final is around we'd have to give it them the whole damn show!!
IF we get to the final that is.
vanNistelrooy
24-01-2007, 22:51
Eboues cant of been that bad cos he seemed to play on and didnt look in too much pain
Sounds like all Eboue injuries ;) He only came off against Liverpool to save himself the embarrasment.
He was the difference in the second half. Esoo-whatever his name is couldn't cope with him.
Viperized
24-01-2007, 23:40
No he hasn't. He has looked like a player who has come on fresh off the bench against a side that are so far back they are practically sat on their own goaline. Because that is exactly what he has been. In a real game starting and not being allowed to do as he pleases he is far more effective up top.
It's true he has looked more bright as a sub, but I felt he was excellent against Bolton (he started that match).
Viperized
24-01-2007, 23:41
http://www.gg-chat.net/phpBB2/viewforum.php?f=1
Read the negativity on Sp*rs' forum. Depressed cunts.
Can't blame 'em, it's not like they have too much to be happy about.:laugh:
Stella Artois
25-01-2007, 11:53
Ronaldo rarely does anything contreversial anymore whereas in the last two games Eboue has played for Arsenal he has acted like a complete tool, not surprising as he comes from the same country as Drogba.
You're joking, right?
There were at least two blatant dives from Ronaldo on Sunday.
Great comeback from the lads considering we were two down away to the Scum who had put out their first team...
Positives to take are the great fightback and the performances of Denilson, Hoyte and Baptista (in the second half at least)!
As for Cesc, well he showed yet again how invaluable he is to the team.
Ronaldo_is_fat
25-01-2007, 12:01
Great game, our youngsters managed to show great mentality against the Scums.
I am hoping that Baptista will get more chance in the league as he is currently on fire.
calculus
25-01-2007, 12:07
I dont know about The beast in the Prem yet I dont think he is quite ready yet if he stays then next season maybe but at the moment he still looks a little off the pace even the he is scoring goals!
That said he is getting better but I would probably play him in the FA Cup against Bolton to further that education/experience!
My, now I know why AW is so excited because I feel it too something special is around the corner:cool:
Dundon's
25-01-2007, 12:13
@Topgun: Eboue is the best right full in the whole fucking world mate, he's worth two players at the rate he gets up and down that pitch, he's more or less A.Cole at rightback before he sold out and turned all gay. (on that note, what ever happened to them rumors about him and Sol been caught? Strange the both of them headed off wouldn't you say)
Now regards his diving, everyones at it these days so why not?
Against Sheff Utd we got kicked off the pitch and still got no protection from the referee so if you stay on your feet in a dodgy tackle you don't get fuck all for it anyways.
So you know what I say right....
If you can't beat em join em, European football baby, that's the name of the game.
P.S. @Spurs: Haha and a good thing for you ladies that we didn't play our 1st team against ye, Jesus it could of ended up 3 or 4 nil just like we hit you for earlier this season.
Ronaldo_is_fat
25-01-2007, 12:14
He needs more experience in the league and is the chance high for us to keep him?
Dundon's
25-01-2007, 12:20
Well Reyes scored another freekick for Madrid last week in their 1-0 win, apart from that he's in and out of the side but not to the extent of Baptista for us. I'd say if Wenger has anything to do with it and I'd imagine it's his call, he'll keep the beast.
Lets not forget he was willing to break the bank for him 2 seasons ago before he joined Madrid in the first place.
calculus
25-01-2007, 12:25
Do we think the Beast is worth it? I think so he is steadily improving and I think he would be a brilliant addition to our squad! Only thing is I cant see him as a first team player when everyone is fit and on form would he be happy with this?
Dundon's
25-01-2007, 12:31
That's the problem with bringing in established superstars rather than the youngsters, these guys expect to be playing all the big games.
Just look how unhappy Freddie is this year due to Rosicky and Hleb more or owning the wings from for the foreseeable future. Rumors are he's heading to Italy. I'm hearing inter milan...
calculus
25-01-2007, 12:43
That's the problem with bringing in established superstars rather than the youngsters, these guys expect to be playing all the big games.
Just look how unhappy Freddie is this year due to Rosicky and Hleb more or owning the wings from for the foreseeable future. Rumors are he's heading to Italy. I'm hearing inter milan...
I think he might go at the end of the season rather than during the window and the way I see it if he does go to inter it would be as a replacement for Figo!
Dundon's
25-01-2007, 12:45
Ya I just hope he doesn't do a Beckham and sell his football soul to the Yanks.
calculus
25-01-2007, 12:47
Ya I just hope he doesn't do a Beckham and sell his football soul to the Yanks.
Nah I doubt it but I just cant see him being anything more than a squad player and thats what I see with Baptista!
It was so nice at work today all the Liverpool fans turned Spurs supporters were very quiet although I did get I hope you get to the final to lose to Chelsea:rolleyes:
Dundon's
25-01-2007, 12:49
Jealously mate, when you're on top of the world you'll get that.
calculus
25-01-2007, 12:53
Jealously mate, when you're on top of the world you'll get that.
I think they will be even more sick if we lift the trophy you could shut me up even if it is the worthless cup! The kids would have finally done it:huh:
Viperized
25-01-2007, 15:32
Denilson was absolutely amazing against the spuds. He was almost as good as Cesc.
Aggressive, works hard, and has excellent vision and passing. Did you see his 30 yard volley attempt? That would've been some goal had it gone in. The technique on that shot was spot on.
He is also a bit of a leader. He was very vocal yesterday. Not surprising though, as he is the captain of the Brazil U-18 squad.
I think Wenger has found another gem in Denilson. I'm not surprised why we signed him for £4m.
calculus
25-01-2007, 15:39
Denilson was absolutely amazing against the spuds. He was almost as good as Cesc.
Aggressive, works hard, and has excellent vision and passing. Did you see his 30 yard volley attempt? That would've been some goal had it gone in. The technique on that shot was spot on.
He is also a bit of a leader. He was very vocal yesterday. Not surprising though, as he is the captain of the Brazil U-18 squad.
I think Wenger has found another gem in Denilson. I'm not surprised why we signed him for £4m.
AW is a kids spotter! :laugh: I think he had a good game yesterday and I can see him developing no end thats why I said we are on the up, until Chelsea buy a whole new team! They way we played yesterday was good and to draw against Spurs first team with fringe players shows alot!
Stella Artois
25-01-2007, 19:48
Any thoughts on Eboue as a right-winger against Bolton? Provided he gets over his knock, I don't see why not. His pace and final ball now mean we have a genuine outlet.
Viperized
25-01-2007, 20:04
Yeah thats a good idea. He played well against Spurs on the right, so he shouldn't be too bad against Bolton and could do a good job, unless we were going to play this team:
...........Lehmann
Eboue Toure Senderos Clichy
Walcott Cesc Denilson Rosicky
........Ade/Bap Henry
Stella Artois
25-01-2007, 20:22
I'd be amazed if Denilson started ahead of Flamini.
Viperized
25-01-2007, 20:40
Me too, but I was hoping :P
Denilson's performances vs Liverpool and Spurs clearly indicated he is 10 times the player Flamini would ever be. Flamini is an average-at-best player.
Denilson is so much more composed than Flamini, a better tackler (he knows when to get stuck in), has fantastic technique, and isn't a headless chicken.
Stella Artois
25-01-2007, 20:41
True but playing Bolton home or away is unlike any other game in the league. They seem to care about beating us more than any other team in the league.
Viperized
25-01-2007, 20:42
Denilson is young, but he is sure is aggressive. He isn't scared to put a foot in.
I guess Diaby may feature vs Bolton. His physical presence would help. Remember his tackle on Campo? It was Grade A stuff.
Stella Artois
25-01-2007, 20:44
There's more to it than that, Bolton don't try to play football, they'd rather kick us all over the park. I'd prefer to see Flamini there as he has an older head on him.
I know you don't rate Flamini, but take your anti-Flamini hat off! ;)
Canadian, Eh?
25-01-2007, 21:14
Denilson would not stand a chance against Bolton, I like his talent but it would be a boy among men.
If Diaby is fit enough he should start, but probably Flamini.
Viperized
25-01-2007, 21:14
Denilson is stronger than Flamini.
If Denilson is a boy among men then Flamini is a child among giants. ;)
Canadian, Eh?
25-01-2007, 21:17
I wouldn't say Flamini is a child, look at his Spanish bear he has going on!
If anything he looks like a guy you buy drugs off in Havana. Plus I would assume Denilson will feature in the return against Tottenham. And three games in a week for the boy is a little tough.
alpine goal
25-01-2007, 21:33
That was one entertaining game.
2-0 down at half time and we get right back in it to make it 2-2. Great performance.
Bring on the second leg! I'm feeling very confident. We'll definitely beat them at the Emirates stadium. It's a shame Hleb picked up a injury. He was quite impressive today and did have an impact, like Eboue.
Great game..................... was in the spurs home end and have now seen the game on tv as well. But after 2-0 spurs thought that was enough and didnt go for it, but the way we came back for such a side so young was just fantastic. The turning point was Eboue coming on and that was forced on us but we all need a bit of luck.
martin_cranie
25-01-2007, 22:03
I couldn't get ITV last night for some reason, so I've only seen highlights of the goals, but I'm quite impressed. Hoyte's run and cross for the winner was sublime and Baptista's strength and determination for the first was excellent.
Whilst I don't welcome van Persie's absence, I'm quite excited by the increased likelihood that The Beast will get some serious game time.
alpine goal
25-01-2007, 22:04
Denilson would not stand a chance against Bolton, I like his talent but it would be a boy among men.
If Diaby is fit enough he should start, but probably Flamini.
Would play Flamini on sunday in the middle as I excepet the great man will. Denilson great talent looks like the new Cesc not that we are done with the old man just yet. Think we we play a full strenght team apart from injures. The future looks bright we are building somthing great or at least the magic hat is.
alpine goal
25-01-2007, 22:19
I couldn't get ITV last night for some reason, so I've only seen highlights of the goals, but I'm quite impressed. Hoyte's run and cross for the winner was sublime and Baptista's strength and determination for the first was excellent.
Whilst I don't welcome van Persie's absence, I'm quite excited by the increased likelihood that The Beast will get some serious game time.
From where I was sat couldnt tell who put the cross in. But Hoyte was good all night. So found out when watched game on video (extra bonus). Would pick Van every time over Beast but i know what your saying. Abebayor will get the nod over beast on sunday its more his type of game. But Beast will get more games with Vans lay off. Expecet him to scores more goals as he gets in the right areas to do so.
Ronaldo_is_fat
26-01-2007, 12:04
Would play Flamini on sunday in the middle as I excepet the great man will. Denilson great talent looks like the new Cesc not that we are done with the old man just yet. Think we we play a full strenght team apart from injures. The future looks bright we are building somthing great or at least the magic hat is.
The original Cesc is only 19 mate, isn't it too early to give the label "New Cesc" to anybody?
calculus
26-01-2007, 12:06
Team for Saturday!
Lehmann
Hoyte Toure Senderos Clichy
Walcott FAB Flamini Rosicky
Henry Adebayor
Score I expect 3-1, 3-0 I really dont expect Bolton to raise their gsme enough to best us at home and right now we are oozing confidence!
Smells like TEAM SPIRIT! :D
Ronaldo_is_fat
26-01-2007, 12:13
Team for Saturday!
Lehmann
Hoyte Toure Senderos Clichy
Walcott FAB Flamini Rosicky
Henry Adebayor
Score I expect 3-1, 3-0 I really dont expect Bolton to raise their gsme enough to best us at home and right now we are oozing confidence!
Smells like TEAM SPIRIT! :D
Lets hope we win and shut the fat cunt Sam Allardyce up. I really can't stand this cunt as he is always proud in beating us. He is an over confident fucker who thinks he has the formula to beat us.
calculus
26-01-2007, 12:19
Lets hope we win and shut the fat cunt Sam Allardyce up. I really can't stand this cunt as he is always proud in beating us. He is an over confident fucker who thinks he has the formula to beat us.
Notice they have only really started turning us over since Vieira left and now Cesc is more experienced super cool and ready to go ontop of that Henry is ready Adebayor will be physical and skillful all at the same time I cant see how they will win or even draw. The downside is no Gilberto and no Hleb but the replacements have shown that they can cut it now Hell even Hoyte has started to play well since his goal against Charlton and the fact that AW has shown his faith in him it has boosted his confidence. Flamini although not brilliant has also flourished and is playing at his maximum I guess because of AW who shows faith which breeds good players more often that not!
Lets hope we win and shut the fat cunt Sam Allardyce up. I really can't stand this cunt as he is always proud in beating us. He is an over confident fucker who thinks he has the formula to beat us.
:erm:
calculus
26-01-2007, 13:23
:erm:
Whats with the face?
The original Cesc is only 19 mate, isn't it too early to give the label "New Cesc" to anybody?
It's like Sergio Aguero, called the new Messi probably before Messi was even born.
calculus
26-01-2007, 13:44
It's like Sergio Aguero, called the new Messi probably before Messi was even born.
I think its a measure of how far the respctive players have come that players are already being compared to them rather than the player that are young themselves being compared to others if you catch my drift!
Whats with the face?
Well Ronaldo_is_fat said that Big Sam thinks he has the formula to beat Arsenal.
But to be fair, I think Big Sam knows he has the formula to beat Arsenal, when the venue is the Reebok ofcourse. Maybe he'll have it for the Emirates on Sunday too :ninja:
Viperized
26-01-2007, 16:23
Nah.
Diaby will break another ankle of their players. They'll get a taste of their own medicine.
calculus
26-01-2007, 16:48
Well Ronaldo_is_fat said that Big Sam thinks he has the formula to beat Arsenal.
But to be fair, I think Big Sam knows he has the formula to beat Arsenal, when the venue is the Reebok ofcourse. Maybe he'll have it for the Emirates on Sunday too :ninja:
Ok I see. He has a formula but I dont think it will work any more :no:
alpine goal
26-01-2007, 17:04
The original Cesc is only 19 mate, isn't it too early to give the label "New Cesc" to anybody?
hence - not done with the old man just yet. The point I was making was that they have the same type of game, for players so young. Most old pros dont find space as easy to come by as these 2 do. (And I do know how old Cesc is or any other player who plays for us) Cesc is an old head when it comes to the amount of games and the type of games he has played in. Where as Denilson has not played as many high profile games even though he has already played for the Brazil first team.
alpine goal
26-01-2007, 17:07
I think its a measure of how far the respctive players have come that players are already being compared to them rather than the player that are young themselves being compared to others if you catch my drift!
At least one person got it thank you.
calculus
26-01-2007, 17:16
At least one person got it thank you.
No worries.
alpine goal
26-01-2007, 22:09
Team for Saturday!
Lehmann
Hoyte Toure Senderos Clichy
Walcott FAB Flamini Rosicky
Henry Adebayor
Score I expect 3-1, 3-0 I really dont expect Bolton to raise their gsme enough to best us at home and right now we are oozing confidence!
Smells like TEAM SPIRIT! :D
Same apart from Walcott dont think it will be his type of game just yet. Cant make my mind up who will play on the right could be from
Eboue
Diaby
Song
Still be happy with a 1-0 .......... cant see us losing. Willing take 3-1 and Walcott starts and scores emmmmmmmmmmm dreaming again !
calculus
26-01-2007, 22:13
Same apart from Walcott dont think it will be his type of game just yet. Cant make my mind up who will play on the right could be from
Eboue
Diaby
Song
Still be happy with a 1-0 .......... cant see us losing. Willing take 3-1 and Walcott starts and scores emmmmmmmmmmm dreaming again !
I think Eboue has a slight knock so will probably only start on the bench and Diaby will probably be saved for Spurs LC and he wants to send Song out on loan so I dont think he will play him! Doesnt Song look like he is permantly dreaming?
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