11-15-2011, 06:03 AM
(11-14-2011, 01:23 PM)Midwest Spy Wrote: [ -> ]You read it here first: Minny upsets GB at Lambeau.
You were saying?
45 - 7...looks like they put a beat down on you.
11-15-2011, 06:03 AM
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11-21-2011, 05:56 AM
Robin van Persie's brace caps Arsenal's silky display at Norwich City
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A man with 79 caps for Germany might have been expected to have seen just about everything football could throw at him. But Per Mertesacker looked shell-shocked by his encounter with Steve Morison and Grant Holt, the two determined, unwieldy centre-forwards who gave him an experience of English football he will not look back on fondly.
Fortunately for Mertesacker, Norwich's defenders can reflect upon a meeting with Robin van Persie in which they, like just about every back four in the land, came out reeling. Arsenal's captain delivered the points with two goals to cap another silky all-round performance. His personal statistics reached another milestone as he surpassed the 30-goal mark in the Premier League during the calendar year – the fifth player to do so.
Even though Norwich were, as their manager Paul Lambert pointed out with a degree of satisfaction, still in this game until the final whistle, Arsenal maintained their run of form, and needed to recover from a goal deficit to do so.
What a shock to the system that goal was, certainly to Mertesacker. The German had been selected at centre-back, with the in-form Laurent Koscielny switched to play as an emergency right-back. But the man who was bought to add security and physical presence wobbled visibly. His attempt to shepherd a speculative up-and-under out of harm's way was interrupted by Morison's harrying. The Welshman nipped in to steer a shot past Wojciech Szczesny. Morison wheeled away. Mertesacker beat the turf in frustration. He knew he had been rumbled.
Because of the result, Arsène Wenger was able to make light of it afterwards, even though it had not been a pretty sight. "I told him, when you run to your goal with a striker, you might think that you are safe elsewhere – but not in England," said the Arsenal manager.
It was due reward for Norwich, who set about the task with hunger and ambition – none more so than Morison, who made up in rampaging effort what he lacked in dexterity. "He is playing at the top of his game and leading the line terrifically well," enthused Lambert.
Norwich were able to maintain that lead briefly. Mainly because Russell Martin was the right man on the scene to intercept three Arsenal moves. A hat-trick of clearances to deny Theo Walcott, Van Persie and Gervinho earned rich applause inside Carrow Road.
"We were never going to keep them out for 90 minutes," Lambert rued – and they were pegged back swiftly. Norwich's shaky defence was unpicked by Walcott's cross, and when the ball continued past Gervinho's attempted flick, van Persie pounced.
A harsher lesson was to come for Martin, who had excelled in the opening period. When he carelessly conceded possession just before the hour, Arsenal broke to score the match-winner. Alex Song was the provider, and Van Persie improvised to outwit John Ruddy with a deliciously delicate touch.
"We all know he is exceptional," said Wenger. "Today he finished with a chip from his right foot, and I have never seen a bigger left-footed player than Van Persie. He makes the right decision in fractions."
Wenger noted that the Dutchman is able to express himself so freely because, for once, he has not been afflicted by injury. Arsenal were also grateful to the Holland manager, Bert van Marwijk, who excused Van Persie from the second of the international friendlies last week.
"My dream is that he stays at Arsenal until the end of his career," said Wenger. "I will do the maximum I can."
Norwich rallied to switch the pressure back on to Arsenal, and Morison appealed for a penalty when his shot cannoned off Mertesacker and hit his hand. Later the substitute Holt barged into the German in the area and took a tumble, for which he was booked. Norwich did not have quite enough finesse. "We were always in the game, which was pleasing, but they are a very good side," conceded Lambert afterwards.
So Arsenal held on for a fifth straight win in the Premier League, and the biggest of the big men on the pitch sent a cheery wave to the visiting supporters as he left for the sanctuary of the dressing room.
http://www.guardian.co.uk/football/2011/...ier-league
A man with 79 caps for Germany might have been expected to have seen just about everything football could throw at him. But Per Mertesacker looked shell-shocked by his encounter with Steve Morison and Grant Holt, the two determined, unwieldy centre-forwards who gave him an experience of English football he will not look back on fondly.
Fortunately for Mertesacker, Norwich's defenders can reflect upon a meeting with Robin van Persie in which they, like just about every back four in the land, came out reeling. Arsenal's captain delivered the points with two goals to cap another silky all-round performance. His personal statistics reached another milestone as he surpassed the 30-goal mark in the Premier League during the calendar year – the fifth player to do so.
Even though Norwich were, as their manager Paul Lambert pointed out with a degree of satisfaction, still in this game until the final whistle, Arsenal maintained their run of form, and needed to recover from a goal deficit to do so.
What a shock to the system that goal was, certainly to Mertesacker. The German had been selected at centre-back, with the in-form Laurent Koscielny switched to play as an emergency right-back. But the man who was bought to add security and physical presence wobbled visibly. His attempt to shepherd a speculative up-and-under out of harm's way was interrupted by Morison's harrying. The Welshman nipped in to steer a shot past Wojciech Szczesny. Morison wheeled away. Mertesacker beat the turf in frustration. He knew he had been rumbled.
Because of the result, Arsène Wenger was able to make light of it afterwards, even though it had not been a pretty sight. "I told him, when you run to your goal with a striker, you might think that you are safe elsewhere – but not in England," said the Arsenal manager.
It was due reward for Norwich, who set about the task with hunger and ambition – none more so than Morison, who made up in rampaging effort what he lacked in dexterity. "He is playing at the top of his game and leading the line terrifically well," enthused Lambert.
Norwich were able to maintain that lead briefly. Mainly because Russell Martin was the right man on the scene to intercept three Arsenal moves. A hat-trick of clearances to deny Theo Walcott, Van Persie and Gervinho earned rich applause inside Carrow Road.
"We were never going to keep them out for 90 minutes," Lambert rued – and they were pegged back swiftly. Norwich's shaky defence was unpicked by Walcott's cross, and when the ball continued past Gervinho's attempted flick, van Persie pounced.
A harsher lesson was to come for Martin, who had excelled in the opening period. When he carelessly conceded possession just before the hour, Arsenal broke to score the match-winner. Alex Song was the provider, and Van Persie improvised to outwit John Ruddy with a deliciously delicate touch.
"We all know he is exceptional," said Wenger. "Today he finished with a chip from his right foot, and I have never seen a bigger left-footed player than Van Persie. He makes the right decision in fractions."
Wenger noted that the Dutchman is able to express himself so freely because, for once, he has not been afflicted by injury. Arsenal were also grateful to the Holland manager, Bert van Marwijk, who excused Van Persie from the second of the international friendlies last week.
"My dream is that he stays at Arsenal until the end of his career," said Wenger. "I will do the maximum I can."
Norwich rallied to switch the pressure back on to Arsenal, and Morison appealed for a penalty when his shot cannoned off Mertesacker and hit his hand. Later the substitute Holt barged into the German in the area and took a tumble, for which he was booked. Norwich did not have quite enough finesse. "We were always in the game, which was pleasing, but they are a very good side," conceded Lambert afterwards.
So Arsenal held on for a fifth straight win in the Premier League, and the biggest of the big men on the pitch sent a cheery wave to the visiting supporters as he left for the sanctuary of the dressing room.
http://www.guardian.co.uk/football/2011/...ier-league
11-21-2011, 07:03 PM
11-21-2011, 07:24 PM
Thank you, MS!
I was so pumped I couldn't go to sleep. When that hunk of burnin' love Jason Babin sacked Eli and the ball came loose I thought my heart was going to explode right out of my chest! I was so happy!
I'm still on a high but it's time to look towards next Sunday and the Patriots.
11-25-2011, 10:56 AM
The Patriots are comin' to town! The Patriots are comin' to town!
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Go Eagles!
11-25-2011, 04:45 PM
(11-25-2011, 10:56 AM)Duchess Wrote: [ -> ]
The Patriots are comin' to town! The Patriots are comin' to town!
Go Eagles!
I can only hope they have mercy and don't make the Eagles lose by much. That looks bad.
11-25-2011, 05:12 PM
11-27-2011, 06:44 AM
Oh my gods, it's game day! Gotta keep Tom Brady off the field. Do what you have to do but keep that talented muthafuka on the bench. Don't make me go all the way up to the Linc and show you how it's done...or you'll be sorry. Rawr.
Go Eagles!
11-27-2011, 09:21 AM
today's Boston Herald. GO PATS! 
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11-27-2011, 09:34 AM
BREAKING NEWS: Welsh football manager Gary Speed 'commits suicide' at 42
Wales manager Gary Speed has been found hanged at his home in Cheshire, it was revealed today.
The former Leeds United, Everton, Newcastle and Bolton star, who appeared on BBC's Football Focus show yesterday, was aged 42.
Police say there are no suspicious circumstances surrounding his death. It is believed to be suicide
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In a statement released on their website, The Football Association of Wales said: 'The Football Association of Wales are sad to announce the death of the national team manager Gary Speed.
'We extend our sympathies and condolences to the family. We ask that everyone respects the family's privacy at this very sad time.'
A Cheshire Police spokesman said: 'At 7.08am today Cheshire Police was informed of a sudden death at an address in Huntingdon, Chester.
‘Officers went to the scene where a 42-year-old man was found dead. The next of kin have been informed and have confirmed the identity of the man as Gary Speed.
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Tragic: Gary Speed (right) and England manager Fabio Capello watch from the touchline during the Euro 2012 qualifying match between England and Wales at Wembley Stadium on September 6
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Mr Speed during the Barclays Premier League match between Liverpool and Swansea City at Anfield on November 5
'There are no suspicious circumstances surrounding the death and the family have requested that they are left to grieve in peace.
'The death will now be a matter for the coroner.'
Earlier this week Mr Speed's young side were handed a series of tough World Cup fixtures in their bid to reach Brazil 2014.
After hearing of the news, Manchester United striker Michael Owen, who lives near the star, tweeted: 'Just cannot believe the news regarding Gary Speed. We waved at each other a couple of days ago dropping our kids off at school. I'm numb.'
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Mr Speed was a guest on the BBC's Football Focus show on Saturday with host Dan Walker.
Today, Mr Walker tweeted: 'Staggered by the news of Gary Speed's death.
'Was with him for most of yesterday. I genuinely cannot believe it. Thoughts with his family.'
Mr Speed - who was with Gary McAllister on the show - told Walker that there was nothing like playing football.
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-...s_rss_feed
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RIP Gary Speed true legend great loss to the sport.
Wales manager Gary Speed has been found hanged at his home in Cheshire, it was revealed today.
The former Leeds United, Everton, Newcastle and Bolton star, who appeared on BBC's Football Focus show yesterday, was aged 42.
Police say there are no suspicious circumstances surrounding his death. It is believed to be suicide
In a statement released on their website, The Football Association of Wales said: 'The Football Association of Wales are sad to announce the death of the national team manager Gary Speed.
'We extend our sympathies and condolences to the family. We ask that everyone respects the family's privacy at this very sad time.'
A Cheshire Police spokesman said: 'At 7.08am today Cheshire Police was informed of a sudden death at an address in Huntingdon, Chester.
‘Officers went to the scene where a 42-year-old man was found dead. The next of kin have been informed and have confirmed the identity of the man as Gary Speed.
Tragic: Gary Speed (right) and England manager Fabio Capello watch from the touchline during the Euro 2012 qualifying match between England and Wales at Wembley Stadium on September 6
Mr Speed during the Barclays Premier League match between Liverpool and Swansea City at Anfield on November 5
'There are no suspicious circumstances surrounding the death and the family have requested that they are left to grieve in peace.
'The death will now be a matter for the coroner.'
Earlier this week Mr Speed's young side were handed a series of tough World Cup fixtures in their bid to reach Brazil 2014.
After hearing of the news, Manchester United striker Michael Owen, who lives near the star, tweeted: 'Just cannot believe the news regarding Gary Speed. We waved at each other a couple of days ago dropping our kids off at school. I'm numb.'
Mr Speed was a guest on the BBC's Football Focus show on Saturday with host Dan Walker.
Today, Mr Walker tweeted: 'Staggered by the news of Gary Speed's death.
'Was with him for most of yesterday. I genuinely cannot believe it. Thoughts with his family.'
Mr Speed - who was with Gary McAllister on the show - told Walker that there was nothing like playing football.
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-...s_rss_feed
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RIP Gary Speed true legend great loss to the sport.
11-27-2011, 04:22 PM
11-27-2011, 09:32 PM
Patriots rout Eagles 38-20 
sorry Duchess.
sorry Duchess.
11-27-2011, 09:45 PM
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