British Football Thread (all divisions)

[Jimbuna]

Originally Posted by Moonlight

Henry: 'NUFC move a no-brainer for Slimani'
Speaking on Sky Sports, Thierry Henry has labelled it a good move for both club and player.
“I’ve followed him for a very long time. He works hard, he’s good in the air, he’s quick. It’s a good move for him and for Newcastle. It’s a no brainer for me.”
Hmmmm, he's that good he's only started twice this season for Leicester city, I don't think he's capable of saving Newcastle from the dreaded drop and my spider instincts are agreeing with me.

He's gotta be better than Joselu and Gayle surely.

As for relegation, there are still something like fourteen games yet to play and any of the bottom ten can go down....only time will tell.

Originally Posted by Moonlight

Newcastle 1-1 Burnley
Kenedy had a good game for the Toon, if he can keep that up he could be the main supplier for Slimani. 22:25 and the Slimani deal is not confirmed yet, hurry up you prats you've only got while 11:00

Meanwhile Chelsea lost 0-3 to Bournemouth, a well deserved thrashing IMO.

Tottenham 2-0 Man Utd
A good performance by Spurs and an abysmal one by Utd, Fellaini came on as a sub and after less than ten minutes he was taken off, I haven't seen that happen for awhile.

Yep, some unexpected results are starting to unfold as pitch conditions change.

[Cyborg322]

MUFC came up against a team willing to go on the attack and caught them out for a change after 8 win streak . Hope normal service will return next match

[Jimbuna]

I do hope 'the special one' resisted the urge to visit the other teams dressing room after the match this time.

[Jimbuna]

Palace v TOON commences in just under fifteen minutes but no new signings in starting line-ups.

[mapuc]

For the first time since the start of Premier League(2017/2018) I could see TOON play. One of my semi sport channel was broadcasting Crystal-Newcastle live.

Crystal wasn't exactly a hard opponent, It was hard to see how good the TOON really are in the defense, midfield and offense.

I hope I will be able to see the TOON play against some of the top teams.

Markus

[Obltn Strand]

Bet pool is open. Who is the new manager? Results have been dismal lately can't argue with that...

[Obltn Strand]

Leading quintet are Grayson, Strachan, McLaren, Clotet or Heckingbottom

Let's put 5£ on Strachan...

[Jimbuna]

Originally Posted by Obltn Strand

Leading quartet are Grayson, Strachan, McLaren, Clotet or Heckingbottom

Let's put 5£ on Strachan...

I don't rate any of the above but it may be McClarens next managerial failure.

[Jimbuna]

Originally Posted by mapuc

For the first time since the start of Premier League(2017/2018) I could see TOON play. One of my semi sport channel was broadcasting Crystal-Newcastle live.

Crystal wasn't exactly a hard opponent, It was hard to see how good the TOON really are in the defense, midfield and offense.

I hope I will be able to see the TOON play against some of the top teams.

Markus

TOON have a big problem right now Markus unless the two new signings start scoring goals and very quickly.

[mapuc]

Originally Posted by Jimbuna

TOON have a big problem right now Markus unless the two new signings start scoring goals and very quickly.

From what I have read here in this thread it looks like it.

I saw two of TOON's front player(striker/forward) having no problems coming around the defense, but then...like thin air

Throughout the game I got the feeling they didn't really have the spirit with them

As mentioned in my former thread I hope I will be able to see them play against one of the top teams and I will.

This Sunday 11th of Februar same semi sport channel will broadcast Newcastle-Manchester U.

Markus

[Threadfin]

What a weekend. A few of my random observations...

Harry Kane should be ashamed of himself. Until diving can be reviewed and more importantly, disciplined, post-match, this stuff will continue. I think the level of the con is directly proportional to the size of the grimace. Robben has grimace-face down to an art. When the grimace is turned toward the referee so he can see it better, it's an extra 2 games on the suspension. Make me the diving czar and I will stamp it out right quick.

Simulation is the single worst thing about the game (aside from clubs paying agents' fees and Sam Allardyce blaming his players)., but it will never stop unless it is punished. As it stands, all you need to do is deceive the ref. Job done. No fear of being penalized after the match. This needs to change.

Like Mapuc, this was my first chance to see a full Newcastle match. They showed heart and desire, seemed athletic and fit. But they lack quality, all over the pitch. Heart and desire can only take you so far. They needed to bring in a match winner or two. Should they go down, the lack of impact signings in this window will surely be a big part of the reason. If Shelvey is your best player, you lack quality. This isn't exactly news to TOON fans, but clearly evident even to neutrals like me. They need a proven finisher.

Breaking news: Harry Kane qualifies for England Olympic team. Will compete in 10-meter springboard. Says England coach Rip Sprinkle-Waters "You saw the tiny make believe bicycle Harry was riding as he fell? Judges love that. Worth an extra five-tenths easy"

Mo Salah is a magician. Never imagined the impact he would have on his return to England. What a great story, and he's easy to root for. Was he offside for 'Pool's second? Awesome goal. Too bad Lamela went to Robben's School of Grimacing. Ol' Arjen himself must be quite proud.



It must have been a penalty because afterwards, Lamela said, it hurt. This shot is what, a half second after contact? That's a mighty quick grab of the old hammy and the grimace is timed perfectly, although he's failed to spin it around so Moss could have a better look. Gotta work on that Erik, otherwise, brilliant work.

Le Professor is clearly out of it. He got himself a fine win, yes. All is OK again, right? I'm sure Ramsey will be banging them in for fun the rest of the season. I couldn't re-find the quote for this post, but I saw how he was saying how he needs more defensive depth, and was lamenting how he would have to soldier on with youth teamers and reserves. He said this the day after the window closed! If I were a Gunner, I'd be stoopid drunk until Wenger is gone. And then for a while after just in case.

[Jimbuna]

Should be a high scoring game

[Jimbuna]

TOON play hosts to Man Utd today.....fingers crossed

[Jimbuna]

TOON win 1-0

[Cyborg322]

Yes neat pass from Gayle set it up . Some good goal keeping especially save from Jesse Lingard’s shot . Forgot the goal keepers name . Newcastle defense strong despite MU's control of most of the possession . In the end I think 1-0 was a deserved win