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  • Re: Jose killing individual players skill?

    jim w by jim w . Mar 30, 2006 01:31 . Permalink . Go to topic

    As an individual I am free to express my opinion , given the overwhelming weight of anecdo...

    As an individual I am free to express my opinion , given the overwhelming weight of anecdotal evidence from the history of the downfall of the soviet system and its aftermath. Abramovich came to 'own' a huge asset base in a very short period of time from a standing start. It is inconceivable that this was accumalated in a normal way. He was not the only oligarch to enrich himself in this way, but he is the most public in the way he expatriates his wealth. Presumably there is/will be a price to pay.
    Whilst the press have inferred dubious sources of his wealth I am sure they are careful in picking targets especially ones so rich that legal suites can be persued with impunity.
    Chelski supporters may regard themselves as 'lucky' to have such a benefactor , but surely you realise that real success is one which is recognised and applauded by neutrals and even competitors. The 'freakish' nature of Chelski's success will not find this recognition.

  • Re: RVN & Saha upfront - Rooney attacking midfield playmaker, and all over the park dictator

    jim w by jim w . Feb 8, 2006 02:33 . Permalink . Go to topic

    I do believe its Diarra of Lyon with Sylvestre going the other way. Wouldn't it be fun if...

    I do believe its Diarra of Lyon with Sylvestre going the other way. Wouldn't it be fun if Utd chased every good midfielder in Europe so Chelski would have to buy them all to stop us getting one, might even break Roman's bank and cause untold of player discontent. This thought is because just heared Chelski now buying Adu as well as Mikel, Duff, Essien etc etc ( anyone connected to Utd)

  • Re: World Club Rankings

    jim w by jim w . Mar 21, 2006 03:45 . Permalink . Go to topic

    The pointabout these rankings is that they are not too biased by very recent events. The b...

    The pointabout these rankings is that they are not too biased by very recent events. The best clubs provide top teams consistently over many years. Chelski is a very recent phenomenum, which could implode and disappear as quickly as it came ( aka Lazio). I think I,ve just answered my own question about Inter!
    As they say, form is temporary, class is permanent.

  • Re: Diarra to Man Utd

    jim w by jim w . Apr 11, 2006 19:41 . Permalink . Go to topic

    Yes, He is by far the better player. Will be worth every penny.

    Yes, He is by far the better player.
    Will be worth every penny.

  • Re: Most Effective Player 2005/6

    jim w by jim w . Apr 15, 2006 01:34 . Permalink . Go to topic

    In answer, no and yes. Now you answer, how old are you?

    In answer, no and yes. Now you answer, how old are you?

  • Re: Most Effective Player 2005/6

    jim w by jim w . Apr 15, 2006 01:41 . Permalink . Go to topic

    This is twice I have wasted my time trying to get you to hold a sensible discussion instea...

    This is twice I have wasted my time trying to get you to hold a sensible discussion instead of the innane ramblings you post. I don't understand your mentallity , I think I feel sorry for you but its difficult because you obviously just want attention by being obnoxious.
    I think it would be in your best interest if everyone was to ignore you in future.

  • Re: Latest on Ruud

    jim w by jim w . May 23, 2006 00:16 . Permalink . Go to topic

    This is great for team spirit isn't it? Seeing as all this is out in the open, why don't ...

    This is great for team spirit isn't it?
    Seeing as all this is out in the open, why don't the club make a statement for the fans?
    I admit to getting 'hot under the collar' about all this ( its 35C in the shade here today) , but Gill did promise new signings before the WC; Fergie said he knew who he wanted but they were still in the Champs League; everyone is now at their respective WC squads ( or on holiday); Does anybody have a feeling this is descending into 'headless chicken' stuff again , and we will end up with a Djemba2 again? We have needed central midfielders for 3 years at least, surely they have a hit list, can't be that difficult?

  • Re: Next Season

    jim w by jim w . May 23, 2006 21:01 . Permalink . Go to topic

    But we do need to sign 2 midfield players. After WC everyone will be on hols. Time to do i...

    But we do need to sign 2 midfield players. After WC everyone will be on hols. Time to do it is now. Surely after 3 years of looking we know who to sign?

  • Re: No trophies

    jim w by jim w . Jun 2, 2006 02:57 . Permalink . Go to topic

    Mel, I think our eco warrier has had a technology breakdown. By the way, thanks for the de...

    Mel, I think our eco warrier has had a technology breakdown.
    By the way, thanks for the description of Canada yesterday. You obviously love your country, sounds great the way you describe it.

  • Re: How to win WC Drop Lampard!

    jim w by jim w . Jun 2, 2006 22:42 . Permalink . Go to topic

    yes I totally agree. Alf told the FA to p off when they questioned his picking of Styles. ...

    yes I totally agree. Alf told the FA to p off when they questioned his picking of Styles. He knew exactly how english teams can play best and picked players to fill those roles and in a way that meant they were playing as they did for their clubs. so for instance in midfield he wanted the balance and picked the players who were best for those roles, NOT the best 4 midfielders. I think this is where Sven has got it very wrong.