Question of the Week (Your PFA Player of the Year in England)
Apr 27, 2009 Question of the Week
For sentimental reasons, it will be Ryan Giggs. However,for all good reasons,Frank Lampard should be awarded the Player of the Year award.He is a thorough professional who toils and fight for the Blues no matter what the circumstances are. There was not a drop of his head nor was there any sign of petulant behaviour in and on the field. Under all the four Chelsea managers, starting from Jose Mourinho, he never moan or groan over any issues, real or imagined. When his other richly paid teammates were under performing under Felipe Scolari, he soldiered on, giving all his best by his barn storming display week in and week out. He is also scoring goals. In the 34 games that he played this season, the total of 12 goals and 10 assists was a statistic which any midfielder would be proud of. For his contribution to the team, for his professionalism in and out of the field and for being a shining light to the younger players, I will certainly vote him as the Player of the season.
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
Does Giggs deserve the PFA Player of the Year award this season?
Does Giggs deserve the PFA Player of the Year award this season?
Apr 27, 2009 Thought of the Day
It has been a long time coming for Ryan Giggs to receive this award. The players have to send in their votes early and thus may have given the votes to him for sentimental reasons, knowing that he is in the twilight of his career. The chronicles of Ryan Giggs’ exemplary conduct and professionalism throughout his career are endless. No one can talk about him in any form of negative light. He may not be a storming winger now, but his calming influence in the midfield, when he was fielded, was one component which made up a successful Man Utd team.
Apr 27, 2009 Thought of the Day
It has been a long time coming for Ryan Giggs to receive this award. The players have to send in their votes early and thus may have given the votes to him for sentimental reasons, knowing that he is in the twilight of his career. The chronicles of Ryan Giggs’ exemplary conduct and professionalism throughout his career are endless. No one can talk about him in any form of negative light. He may not be a storming winger now, but his calming influence in the midfield, when he was fielded, was one component which made up a successful Man Utd team.
Was Rafa being arrogant?
Was Rafa being arrogant?
Apr 21, 2009 Thought of the Day
For all counts, Rafa Benitez IS arrogant His words, his gestures have all indicated those moments of arrogance clearly for everyone to see. He needs not defend his streak of one-uppance if he is all conquering but do it in private. In public, at least show some RESPECT to the teams and fellow manager.
Apr 21, 2009 Thought of the Day
For all counts, Rafa Benitez IS arrogant His words, his gestures have all indicated those moments of arrogance clearly for everyone to see. He needs not defend his streak of one-uppance if he is all conquering but do it in private. In public, at least show some RESPECT to the teams and fellow manager.
Sunday, April 19, 2009
Does Michael Owen fit in the current England set-up?
Does Michael Owen fit in the current England set-up?
Mar 31, 2009 Thought of the Day
March 31st, 2009 at 8:08 pm
England needs a target man cum finisher. Micheal Owen is FINISHED as far as international football is concerned. He had lost the power and speed required for a striker after going through a series of injuries. Moreover, there is no place for a ferreting sort of player that he is, in the England team at this moment. Agbonhaler and Theo Walcott are much better options.
Mar 31, 2009 Thought of the Day
March 31st, 2009 at 8:08 pm
England needs a target man cum finisher. Micheal Owen is FINISHED as far as international football is concerned. He had lost the power and speed required for a striker after going through a series of injuries. Moreover, there is no place for a ferreting sort of player that he is, in the England team at this moment. Agbonhaler and Theo Walcott are much better options.
Question of the Week (EPL relegation battle)
Question of the Week (EPL relegation battle)
Mar 31, 2009 Question of the Week
March 31st, 2009 at 8:03 pm
1. West Bromwich Albion could have let it too late to save themselves even though they have only Liverpool from the top 4 to play in the fixtures. Their home form, which can decide one’s survival, had been patchy. Gary Megson had done his best in motivating a side which often played open and attacking football but lacked the finisher.
2. Middlesborough will follow WBA down and sadly Gareth Southgate will be sacked in the aftermath. His struggling side lacked the consistency. Worse, they have yet to play Man Utd, Arsenal and Aston Villa. These are games which spelled DOOM.
3. The Toonies will be watching Championship football next season as Chris Houghton is clueless on how to get them out of the rut. Their home form is dismal. Away from home they won only 2 matches. What makes one think that htey can perform miracles in the forthcoming games against Chelsea (home), Spurs (away), Liverpool (away) and Aston Villa (away)? Why did they sell Shay Givens to Man City at the late stage of the season? He is worth many points and could certainly have been their saviour!!
Mar 31, 2009 Question of the Week
March 31st, 2009 at 8:03 pm
1. West Bromwich Albion could have let it too late to save themselves even though they have only Liverpool from the top 4 to play in the fixtures. Their home form, which can decide one’s survival, had been patchy. Gary Megson had done his best in motivating a side which often played open and attacking football but lacked the finisher.
2. Middlesborough will follow WBA down and sadly Gareth Southgate will be sacked in the aftermath. His struggling side lacked the consistency. Worse, they have yet to play Man Utd, Arsenal and Aston Villa. These are games which spelled DOOM.
3. The Toonies will be watching Championship football next season as Chris Houghton is clueless on how to get them out of the rut. Their home form is dismal. Away from home they won only 2 matches. What makes one think that htey can perform miracles in the forthcoming games against Chelsea (home), Spurs (away), Liverpool (away) and Aston Villa (away)? Why did they sell Shay Givens to Man City at the late stage of the season? He is worth many points and could certainly have been their saviour!!
Question of the Weekend (United’s turning point?)
Question of the Weekend (United’s turning point?)
Apr 17, 2009 Weekend Question
There is seldom a turning point for Utd as impactful as the win over Porto away. The Red Devils are always the first one to do the unthinkable, the latest was winning at Porto which no other English team had done so. One must remember that Utd is fighting in three major fronts and blips, setbacks are expected. It is the ability to bounce back immediately after each set back that defined a great team from a good team. There is no need to win in style all the time as it is an impossiblity but grinding out results where it matters is important. his is the ingredient which the Red devils has in plenty.
Apr 17, 2009 Weekend Question
There is seldom a turning point for Utd as impactful as the win over Porto away. The Red Devils are always the first one to do the unthinkable, the latest was winning at Porto which no other English team had done so. One must remember that Utd is fighting in three major fronts and blips, setbacks are expected. It is the ability to bounce back immediately after each set back that defined a great team from a good team. There is no need to win in style all the time as it is an impossiblity but grinding out results where it matters is important. his is the ingredient which the Red devils has in plenty.
Question of the Week (Lewis Hamilton’s “Lie-gate” Scandal)
Question of the Week (Lewis Hamilton’s “Lie-gate” Scandal)
Apr 14, 2009 Question of the Week
How hard the mighty fell. Lewis Hamilton must be feeling really stinky at this moment, being branded as a liar. His reputation as a sportsman is in tatters. Like one caught with his hand in the cookie jar, he had no option but to bite the bullet and move on and take whatever consequences the FIA might impose on him or his team. He seemed to be so naive that he went along with the lie that his team cooked up.Suspension from racing will be too harsh a punishment. Docking points from him or his team would be a better alternative, like what happened to some Serie A teams previously when they have to start from negative points because of ‘irregularities’ in the previous season. At least, it gives him a chance to remain in racing which is in his blood. Punish him by all means but do not over-punish.
Comments was published in Friday 17th April's New paper
Apr 14, 2009 Question of the Week
How hard the mighty fell. Lewis Hamilton must be feeling really stinky at this moment, being branded as a liar. His reputation as a sportsman is in tatters. Like one caught with his hand in the cookie jar, he had no option but to bite the bullet and move on and take whatever consequences the FIA might impose on him or his team. He seemed to be so naive that he went along with the lie that his team cooked up.Suspension from racing will be too harsh a punishment. Docking points from him or his team would be a better alternative, like what happened to some Serie A teams previously when they have to start from negative points because of ‘irregularities’ in the previous season. At least, it gives him a chance to remain in racing which is in his blood. Punish him by all means but do not over-punish.
Comments was published in Friday 17th April's New paper
The Macheda poser: Was United ethical in signing him?
The Macheda poser: Was United ethical in signing him?
Apr 13, 2009 Thought of the Day
Those who questioned the ethical issues concerning Macheda’s transfer to Man Utd should question themselves first instead of painting a kettle black. Lazio screamed ‘kidnap’ when Macheda put up match winning performances for Utd. Where were they before they happened? Did they really treasured him so much? Did they help his family when they are in the dumps?Man Utd did all those and at the same time polished this raw diamond in their academy. A talent without careful development is just a talent, no more no less. Moreover, Utd did not break any law in bringing Macheda over to UK.There are many young talents from S America, Africa and Europe, waiting to be discovered and polished. If Man Utd and the likes do not gather and develop them, they will still be in their slums and ghettos, promise unfulfilled. Thus do not talk about ethics here!
Apr 13, 2009 Thought of the Day
Those who questioned the ethical issues concerning Macheda’s transfer to Man Utd should question themselves first instead of painting a kettle black. Lazio screamed ‘kidnap’ when Macheda put up match winning performances for Utd. Where were they before they happened? Did they really treasured him so much? Did they help his family when they are in the dumps?Man Utd did all those and at the same time polished this raw diamond in their academy. A talent without careful development is just a talent, no more no less. Moreover, Utd did not break any law in bringing Macheda over to UK.There are many young talents from S America, Africa and Europe, waiting to be discovered and polished. If Man Utd and the likes do not gather and develop them, they will still be in their slums and ghettos, promise unfulfilled. Thus do not talk about ethics here!
Question of the Weekend (Post-Sat match Views)
THE POSTMAN’S QUESTION OF THE WEEKEND: Tomorrow night sees a packed Saturday in the English Premiership with Liverpool, Manchester United and Chelsea all playing their opponents on the same day. Tell us – after their games – who are the biggest winners and losers, in relation to the title race and even Champions League commitments.
April 12th, 2009 at 9:05 pm
This weekend’s results probably tell a story about priorities. Liverpool, realising that they have a very uphill battle to fight against Chelsea in the Champion’s League seemed to be gearing towards the EPL title. Blackburn Rovers offered very little resistance.Chelsea, meanwhile seemed relaxed and in control mode when they were 4-0 up until Bolton scored three and nearly stole a draw. This overconfidence was carried over from the 3-1 win over Liverpool. If they persists on such self-indulgence, don’t be surprised that Liverpool can do a Milan over them.The Red devils are in a poor uncertain form now. The defence lost confidence esp Vidic who nearly scored an own goal under very little pressure! However, mamma mia, a saviour came in the form of a very young and previously unknown striker Macheda. The rest of the team are jaded, strangely unmotivated though they are chasing three titles at this moment. Sir Alex had admitted that it is extremely difficult to win all 5 titles in a season. He knew that his team can slog it out in the EPL. Howver in the Champions’ League, the unexpected challenge of Porto overturned all his plans. He must come out with something special in order to win the second leg at Porto. Don’ t say don’t…the Red devils could just nick it!
April 12th, 2009 at 9:05 pm
This weekend’s results probably tell a story about priorities. Liverpool, realising that they have a very uphill battle to fight against Chelsea in the Champion’s League seemed to be gearing towards the EPL title. Blackburn Rovers offered very little resistance.Chelsea, meanwhile seemed relaxed and in control mode when they were 4-0 up until Bolton scored three and nearly stole a draw. This overconfidence was carried over from the 3-1 win over Liverpool. If they persists on such self-indulgence, don’t be surprised that Liverpool can do a Milan over them.The Red devils are in a poor uncertain form now. The defence lost confidence esp Vidic who nearly scored an own goal under very little pressure! However, mamma mia, a saviour came in the form of a very young and previously unknown striker Macheda. The rest of the team are jaded, strangely unmotivated though they are chasing three titles at this moment. Sir Alex had admitted that it is extremely difficult to win all 5 titles in a season. He knew that his team can slog it out in the EPL. Howver in the Champions’ League, the unexpected challenge of Porto overturned all his plans. He must come out with something special in order to win the second leg at Porto. Don’ t say don’t…the Red devils could just nick it!
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