It’s the Premier League

[Bucket]

The world cup may be over but the club football is just about to start again so i though we might do with a new soccer thread to discuss the transfers, teams, goals and events.
Being Australian the most football news I get is from the web and even that doesn't give all the information I need so I'm also hoping to use this forum to ask the questions that I can't find the answers to, example...

Can some one tell me what happened to David O'Leary? Sure Terry Venables is a super coach but why did Leeds get rid of the Irishman O'Leary?

Come on Bolton!!!

[J Diddy]

That was because Leeds needed about £15 million and he didn't want to sell Rio, they got rid of O' Leary and sold Rio for anout £30 million

[JediPaul]

Well, I'm glad that Manchester United have invested in a very talented defender after all they do need to sort out the defence, as for the price tag, well £30 million is a lot but Rio will have to prove himself worthy.

Not too long now until the new season kicks off, they are a few friendly tornaments to be played first. Man Utd are playing in the Amsterdam Tornament. Champions league qualifying for Man Utd, Newcastle and Celtic will be taken place soon.

[MaxRockatanski]

Originally posted by the_sweeny
That was because Leeds needed about £15 million and he didn't want to sell Rio, they got rid of O' Leary and sold Rio for anout £30 million


That was just an excuse, O`leary had upset too many people at Leeds, and apparently (haven`t read it), he wrote a book that was effectively his death warrant.

Who cares anyways? Who are Leeds? And ManUre paid way too much for Ferdinand, yes he`s good, no doubt, but when all things in football are crashing down with regards to investment, 30 million is too much to pay.

It`s gonna be another good year for the Gunners, will be interesting to see Mr. Wengers new buys, especially how Gilberto fits in to the team. Is he a cover for Pires, Lundberg and Van Bronkhorst until they are fit from injury, or is he a replacement for when Viera leaves? Could be both I suppose.

[JediPaul]

I wonder what Blackburn will be like next season, they now have Yorke and Cole, both where at their peaks in the 1998 - 1999 season for Man Utd. Well, as long as Rio does his job right, that's all that matters. You would think that footballers and managers would resist doing any auto-biogs until they retire.

[Bucket]

Originally posted by JediPaul
I wonder what Blackburn will be like next season, they now have Yorke and Cole, both where at their peaks in the 1998 - 1999 season for Man Utd. Well, as long as Rio does his job right, that's all that matters. You would think that footballers and managers would resist doing any auto-biogs until they retire.

The rovers are going to be an improvment this year but honestly they'll be in the struggle to survive the drop at the end of the year along with West Brom, Birmingham, Southhampton, and, I have to say, my old boys at Bolton.

At the top of the table Arsenal or Liverpool are the sides to beat. And to be quite frank the Gunners should take the glory again if they can continue on with the way they played last season.

[JediPaul]

The premier season is abouting to start and the emotions are building up.:) :( :D :mad: :eek:

[The Insider]

GO CHELSEA! GO CHELSEA! GO CHELSEA! :eek: :eek: :cool: :cool:

[MaxRockatanski]

Good prediction Bucket:D

GO GOONERS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


As for Chelsea fans, Manu lost his coolness when he donned a blue shirt, now he`s lost his skill having had his locks cut off. If you don`t believe me, go check out Sampson, the same thing happened to him!

[MaxRockatanski]

Charity, ...................er sorry, Community Shield already tucked away in the back pocket, great start to the impending campaign.

Arsenal 1 Liverpool 0

A big warm welcome sloppy kiss to Gilberto Silva :)

GOONERS:D


Now onto the real stuff, first game against newly promoted Birmingham at Highbury next week. mmmm, not an easy one to call, would like to think that Birmingham will get a lesson in Premiership football, but banana skins were made to slip on;)

[MaxRockatanski]

I know I could be laughing on the other side of my face in a couple of weeks, so I`ll just savour it while it lasts.

Zalaegerszeg 1 Man United 0


hahahahahahahahahahahahaha

[Peter]

Yeah wouldn't it be funny if ManU didn't reach the group stage????

[MaxRockatanski]

Just watched the Gooners V Birmingham this AM (was on live in the middle of the night). Should have dispatched them by about 10, but shouldn`t be greedy, the winning streak still goes on, new Premiership record of 14 consecutive wins and also new record for scoring in every game since before the start of last season.:) :D :)

[MaxRockatanski]

three games gone, no losses, nine goals for, top of the tree again! OK early days, but it can get cold in the winter so I`m smiling and shouting whilst I can:D :D :D

[MaxRockatanski]

Out of the 3000+ memebers on here, are there really only 3 people remotely interested in real football?

[J Diddy]

I don't support a team but i will look to see who is winning games and who is on top of the league.
I find football a boring game to watch.

[Bucket]

sorry i've been gone so long but I had to jump back to the computer when i heard the news...

Bolton 1, Man United 0.

Just in case you missed it.

Bolton Wanderers 1, Manchester United Pig-dogs 0.

That make me a very happy chappie and despite the loss I also though we did very well at Liverpool.
Maybe the relegation battle isn’t going to be as tough as I thought. It’s not going to be easy but at least it’ll be better than I feared.

[MaxRockatanski]

Leeds United 1 - Man Ure 0 hehehehehe

Oh yeah 3 - 0 to the Arsenal woohoooo!

[MaxRockatanski]

Those Gooners are running on a full tank at the moment. They score a goal in the next game and it`s a new all time record for scoring in 47 consecutive games, can they do it?

[MaxRockatanski]

they didn`t just score the one they needed to take the new record, they put four away against Leeds. Now scored in 47 consecutive games in the Premier League!! Also set a new record for not losing in away matches.

All sing together

"1-0 to the Arsenal, 1-0 to the Arsenal, 1-0 to the ..........."

GOONERS!!!!!!!!!!

[MaxRockatanski]

Now scored in 48 consecutive matches and added the Premier league record for being unbeaten in 30 games.

GOONERS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[MaxRockatanski]

It`s been on hold for 2 weeks for the "international break". Some pitiful results with England just scraping through the first game and managing to come back and draw with Macedonia, here`s looking to their qualification:clown:
Wales did very well with their win over Italy, making it 2 out of 2, and even Scotland managed 2 wins.

Still, Euro break is over, back to reality, the Premier League is back tomorrow, woohoo!!!!

Barring another embarrassing gaf for David Seaman, the Gooners should continue their smashing of Premier League records if they don`t lose to Everton.

[J Diddy]

Originally posted by MaxRockatanski
Barring another embarrassing gaf for David Seaman, the Gooners should continue their smashing of Premier League records if they don`t lose to Everton.
I know it's a bit late, but you sure got that one wrong, what was it? Four games lost in a row, well there back on track now.
I can hardly talk, Leeds are doing god awfull at the moment with El Tel at the helm, i'm hoping the win against West Ham put us back in the right direction.
Newcastle did very well to qualify for the second phase in the Champions League. Out of the British teams still in there I think Arsenal will go the furthest.

[Bucket]

Bolton 4 Leeds 2!!!

The rise starts now (well maybe after we play Chelsea).

[J Diddy]

Leeds are quite simply S H I T at the moment, they just can't seem to win losing to Bolton and Spurs, can it get any worse.
I think they have Charlton next.

[Bucket]

Bolton, out of the drop zone with one game in hand.
Rickett's is back on target and the boys are looking good again, I might start posting more often now.

[J Diddy]

Originally posted by Bucket
Bolton 4 Leeds 2!!!

The rise starts now (well maybe after we play Chelsea).
Oh How things change, 3:0 to Leeds with 2 super goals from Mills and Wilcox.
With beating Sunderland on saturday, Leeds now have the youngest goal scorer in Premiership history with Milner.

[J Diddy]

Milner scores again, two in 3 days and he's not even 17 yet, Super Leeds move up to 13th.

[A+]

I guess this ain't the most popular of topics is it.

I know the thread is Premiership, but I'm a Torquay fan, so I'm gonna say COME ON the weather - 3 games postponed recently, I wanna see some damn footy. Saturday's better not be called off or I'll be pissed off!

Arsenal are gonna win the league again aren't they? Wankers!

[J Diddy]

Originally posted by A+
Arsenal are gonna win the league again aren't they? Wankers!
I support Leeds, but I still enjoy watching Arsenal just for Henry, is there nothing that man can't do.
(Good riddens to Bowyer and Dacort, who needs them anyway)

[A+]

Um, you do. Dacourt was probably your best creative midfielder, and although Bowyer's a dick he'll be good one day, and he won't go back to Leeds. So you're stuck with... who do you have in central midfield? I am a Milner fan though, if only because one of my best mates is called James Milner - 2 years older, 2 times the talent - yeah right!
Henry does whoop ass, but for me I'd pay to watch Pires. He makes the league better with his presence, or did before his injury. If those two put it together right, it's pretty and unstoppable!

[A+]

It's game day, so:
COME ON TORQUAY! You can do it!!!
And COME ON MAN UTD!!! Beat those Baggies! Sorry Daz Moore and Jase Roberts (ex Torquay).

[A+]

E i e i e i o!
Up the football league we go!
When we win promotion
This is what we sing:
We are Torquay
Super Torquay
Leroy is our king!

A magnificent 3-1 victory over York, go Martin Gritton. The Gulls go marching on! Wahay!

[J Diddy]

Originally posted by A+
Dacourt was probably your best creative midfielder, and although Bowyer's a dick he'll be good one day, I am a Milner fan though, if only because one of my best mates is called James Milner - 2 years older, 2 times the talent - yeah right!
Dacort was just a Dick Head with a big gob, Bowyer was good but he just kept standing on people's head (it was no good for morale)
Milner is a good prospect for the future, youngest scorer in premiership history can't be bad, but losing to Man City 2:1 is.

[A+]

Losing to Man City is never good. How many more decent players are you going to offload? Fowler's out the door next.

[J Diddy]

Originally posted by A+
How many more decent players are you going to offload? Fowler's out the door next.
Oh there's plenty more to go, with Terry as he is we could probably sell the whole team for about £2 million.

[A+]

Nah, maybe a little more. He just chucks out the trouble makers for bargain basement prices.
I'm just watching the Birmingham-Arsenal game. Didn't see first half, heard some, Dugarry seems to have some quality to him, but if the Brum are gonna do anything against an Arsenal team as strong as this they need another 10 that good, and they just ain't. Stern John? Puh-lease.

[J Diddy]

I don't have sky so I can't watch thew game week in week out, I did get to see Southampton pummel Spurs 4:0 in the FA cup. Haven't Birmingham just bought Clemence from Spurs.

[A+]

They appear to have signed many people, none of which look to be any good other than Dugarry, it's just rejects from other teams that seemed to have potential once, or players that didn't make it in the Premiership and were now at cash strapped Nationwide clubs, ie. Jamie Clapham. They'll be down with West Brom and the Hammers come the end of the season. Or maybe Bolton, we'll see.

[J Diddy]

Well, a couple of months ago I was begining to fear for Leeds survival, Not no more I'm not :D

[J Diddy]

Well Fowlers just about out the door as I speak for about £7 / £7.5 million, that's about the best 4 or 5 players Leeds had at the start of the season, he'll probably get rid of Kewell, Robinson, Woodgate and Smith all in one.

[A+]

Are you suggesting Robinson, Woodgate and Smith are worth keeping?
And Robbie's staying, despite the papers already having him at Man *****ty. I hat to compliment Leeds, but he's wise to stay.

[J Diddy]

Originally posted by A+
Are you suggesting Robinson, Woodgate and Smith are worth keeping?
And Robbie's staying, despite the papers already having him at Man *****ty. I hat to compliment Leeds, but he's wise to stay.
In my opinion Robinson should be the next England goalkeeper, Woodgate and Smith are prospects for Leeds providing their not beating people up.
My bad about Fowler, as I spoke he was leaving, he'd had his medical and passed, according to Ceefax he says he's got more to prove at Leeds.
West Brom this weekend, should be 3 points (note I'm saying should).

[A+]

Damn rowing, I'm gonna miss the Man UTd game this morning. No pub for me.
COME ON TORQUAY!!!

[J Diddy]

Leeds are being dick heads and can't even beat West Brom, at least they didn't lose!

[A+]

You bastard Marcus Richardson! Did you ever do that for us? No, but for lovely Hartlepool you'll bang em in won't ya?!?!?
Not beating West Brom, poor show, though they do contain 2 ex Torquay players - pure class!

[J Diddy]

Bergkamp should have stomped on Bowyer head on sunday, then he'll know what it feels like.

I don't know how well Torquey are doing in the Third Division, I only ever look at Hull and York City as there the nearest to me, York have no money and Hull never reach the playoffs.

[A+]

We beat York the other week! Yay! We're 4th at the moment I think, or at least we were before Saturday. It's all still pretty tight though.

[J Diddy]

Originally posted by A+
Are you suggesting Woodgate is worth keeping?
What did I tell you! Newcastle want him for around £10 million and he's only 23. I think they are just copying Leeds as they now wat Kleberson who was in talks with Leeds last week.

[Kris Hodgson]

Soccer: the most suck-assiest sport ever invented.

[J Diddy]

Originally posted by Kris Hodgson
Soccer: the most suck-assiest sport ever invented.
Yeah, Nice one Dick Head!

[Kris Hodgson]

Originally posted by J Diddy
Yeah, Nice one Dick Head!

Hey, @SSHOLE!!! I insulted a sport. Not you personally, so what's you ****king problem?

[J Diddy]

Originally posted by Kris Hodgson
Hey, @SSHOLE!!! I insulted a sport. Not you personally, so what's you ****king problem?
What's the point, if you've got nothing good or constructive to say about football then why did you even enter the thread let alone post anything at all.

[A+]

Originally posted by Kris Hodgson
Hey, @SSHOLE!!! I insulted a sport. Not you personally, so what's you ****king problem?
Cos it's a poor opinion, footy's miles ahead of -insert all sports you like here-

[Kris Hodgson]

Originally posted by J Diddy
What's the point, if you've got nothing good or constructive to say about football then why did you even enter the thread let alone post anything at all.

Because I wanted to voice my opinion on how I believe soccer sucks @ss. I didn't post anything about people that like soccer. Just soccer itself. So before you get your british ass all in a huff, realize that different people have different opinions than you.

[J Diddy]

Originally posted by Kris Hodgson
Because I wanted to voice my opinion on how I believe soccer sucks @ss. I didn't post anything about people that like soccer. Just soccer itself.
If you wanted to say something about Football then you could have said something intelligent.
I was just voicing my opinion that you were being a Dick Head!

[A+]

Originally posted by Kris Hodgson
realize that different people have different opinions than you.
Then other people are wrong. Nuff said!

Nice victory for Man Utd last night, final could be intersting, I gotta think the Pool will win, it's their best chance of silverware this season, whereas Man U will still believe they can win the league.

[J Diddy]

It should be good, as long as Liverpool play well.

[smokiechimp]

I think the final will be a good game but Liverpool are still way off form, they are not playing badly, their just not taking advantage of the chances that the get, and you can't afford to do that against a team as good as Man U. I think Liverpool will have a good crack but my prediction is Liverpool 0 Man United 2.

Ever the pessemist as I am an avid PUD supporter!!!!!!:rolleyes:

[A+]

Seeing as how they took West Ham apart Man Utd should be flying with confidence, and being on pretty good form and not being too bad off injury/squad wise, and Liverpool being generally pants this game should be interesting. When is it anyway?

Another 3 points for the mighty Gulls! Come on Torquay!

[smokiechimp]

The gulls are flying high above the rubbish(eh eh get it!!!) HULL CITY that is. My local team ain't going so good with Mr Taylor at the moment!!! but they'll get better. The Liverpool v Man u final is on the 8th of March. Good luck Mr Houllier (You'll Need It!!!)

[J Diddy]

Leeds again managed to dissapoint, they let in two goals in two and half mins, they might be losing Fowler again, these things just keep getting better and better.

[smokiechimp]

EXTRA EXTRA!!!! get it while it's hot!! Liverpool grasp a point from the hands of Arsenal with an amazing comeback goal from the Donkey himself Emile 'Late equiliser' Heskey with a goal to leave the final score a 2-2!!!!!

[J Diddy]

Originally posted by smokiechimp
The Donkey himself Emile 'Late equiliser' Heskey
He really is a fat ****e isn't he.
Fowler finally gone, I wish he had gone two weeks ago then Leed's would have recieved about £1 Million more for him.

[smokiechimp]

Leeds seem to be spiraling into freefall at the moment they are selling all their best players whilst loosing matches!!!! it's not good news.

[A+]

What?!?! Fowler's gone? Where? What? How did I miss that?

[J Diddy]

Originally posted by A+
What?!?! Fowler's gone? Where? What? How did I miss that?
It's quite easy to miss them, with the speed their leaving Elland Road this season, Woodgate made it 5 big players to leave this season.

[smokiechimp]

Has woody definatley gone then?????:confused:

[J Diddy]

Yup, Leeds at Fortress Goodison today, it would be great if they could get a win (yeah, right!)

[smokiechimp]

Leeds are poo!!! I feel so sorry for 'El Tel' he doesn't deserve it!!!!


(Prediction for sunday) Liverpool 4-0 West Ham FINGERS CROSSED!!!

[A+]

You weren't far off Chimpy. When were Arsenal so far ahead? I thought Man Utd had made a bit of a come back and were only about 3 points behind but now it's 6 even though Arsenal only drew midweek. They're still gonna win it I think.

Damn Marcus Richardson!

[J Diddy]

Originally posted by A+
When were Arsenal so far ahead? I thought Man Utd had made a bit of a come back and were only about 3 points behind but now it's 6 even though Arsenal only drew midweek.
I think Man U have a game in hand, against someone ****ty like Birmingham.

My favourite result of the weekend was West Brom beating Man City even with their brand new striker Robbie Fowler

[smokiechimp]

Originally posted by A+
You weren't far off Chimpy.

I was gonna go for Liverpool 12-1 West Ham But I thought that was a bit too riskey;)


Villa done good against Blackburn don't you think?:applaud:

[A+]

Didn't expect that from Villa. My Birmingham supporting friend is adament they're gonna beat Man Utd but I really can't see it happening, United are too good at the minute, they beat Southampton almost at will, so they won't be so far behind Arsenal. Also didn't realise Newcastle were so close behind, Robson reckons they got a shot at the title. West Ham going down? Probably. Well done West Brom, former Torquay boy getting the winner. Nice.

[smokiechimp]

Man U are on a role, they will probably beat Birmingham easy although Barthez will still be out I reckon. As for Newcastle, Bobby done good!!!!!

[J Diddy]

Originally posted by smokiechimp
As for Newcastle, Bobby done good!!!!!
Cracking new defender as well, wouldn't you say!

[A+]

That new signing will prove to be a huge mistake by Sir Robson though.
Nah, only kidding, Bobby has done superbly, especially given what he inherited. I don't know what players they still need, but they must only be one or 2 players off a squad good enough to challenge for the title - Woodgate is a good asset.

[smokiechimp]

I think next season Newcastle will have the potential to be real contenders!!! They better have a crack at it soon befor Bobby pops his cloggs!!!!

I have a feeling that next season someone other than Man U or Arsenel will win the title but I don't think it will be Liverpool just yet:(

[smokiechimp]

OOH nearly forgot!!!

(Prediction for Wednesday) Liverpool 2-0 Crystal Palace

[JediPaul]

Originally posted by J Diddy
Cracking new defender as well, wouldn't you say!

You seem to have a lot of time on your hands these days J.Diddy. Are you sure your getting a good education, not just prolonging the inevitably, getting a job that is.

[J Diddy]

Originally posted by JediPaul
You seem to have a lot of time on your hands these days J.Diddy. Are you sure your getting a good education, not just prolonging the inevitably, getting a job that is.
I've said this before and I'll say it again, I'll stay a tax dodging, money scrounging student as long as I possibly can!
Long live student life!!!!

p.s At the moment Leeds 2: Gillingham 0 :D Whoo Hoo

[J Diddy]

Come On! 2:1 to the mighty Leeds as they march in to the 5th Round, Bring on them Scouse Scum Bags!

[smokiechimp]

Shut it rent boy!!!

We gotta win yet

[A+]

United don't see to want to give up that title, easing past the Brums. I really hope Pool lose tonight, it'd just be funny! They'll probably win about 4-0 though.

[J Diddy]

I hope Liverpool lose tonight, it will probably be an easier tie for Leeds.

[A+]

And it'll be funnier when they lose.

[J Diddy]

Originally posted by A+
And it'll be funnier when they lose.
Hilarious! :applaud:
Come on Palace!
I saw the new Hull City Stadium today for the first time, quite impressive.

[evenstar]

Hull got a good ground now, i think that means we've got one of the worst (khfc)

[smokiechimp]

Well guys I was half right!!!

Liverpool are at this moment LOOSING 2-0 in the last few minutes of the game (Go on you can laugh:( ) I'm so dissapointed but not supprised they realy do piss me off sometimes!!! One minute there on the up and the next minute there loosing to a DIV 1 team. I ask you where's the logic in that.

I hope palace go on to beat Leeds and win the cup;)

[J Diddy]

Originally posted by smokiechimp
Well guys I was half right!!!

Liverpool are at this moment LOOSING 2-0 in the last few minutes of the game (Go on you can laugh:( ) I'm so dissapointed but not supprised they realy do piss me off sometimes!!! One minute there on the up and the next minute there loosing to a DIV 1 team. I ask you where's the logic in that.

I hope palace go on to beat Leeds and win the cup;)
You beauty!
Own goal by Henchoz as well. :applaud:

[smokiechimp]

I know, I think we should sell our whole team and replace it with the Arsenal squad!!!!!

Liverpool AFC officially suck (At the Moment)

[A+]

Get rid of your whole team and replace it with Robert Pires, I think he could finish in the top 6 on his own. Or it could be amusing to stick him in a really average side, Bolton or someone, and see if he could get them up there on his own.

Anyway, you gave permission to laugh so: :applaud: :applaud: :D :) :applaud: :applaud: hahahahaha!!!! Losing to Palace! Out of the cup, no silverware for you this season (unless you beat United who are on form at the moment) and that ain't gonna happen is it?!?!? You ever gonna challenge for the title?

[A+]

That Manchester Derby was pants. United are gonna have to do a lot better if they're gonna have a shot at the title. Arsenal to go 5 clear later. When will Ferguson learn, 4-5-1 doesn't work!

[smokiechimp]

Originally posted by A+
That Manchester Derby was pants. United are gonna have to do a lot better if they're gonna have a shot at the title. Arsenal to go 5 clear later. When will Ferguson learn, 4-5-1 doesn't work!


Newcastle should have beat Arsenal, and they would have if Robert hadn't been such a dick!

[J Diddy]

England vs Australia tonight young Mr. Roonaldo gets his first outing in a England jersey, plus theres two Leeds players in the squad so they're bound to win.

[smokiechimp]

Don't be so sure Mr!!!

Sven will be playing two teams again no doubt!

The first half team and the second half team:confused:

[smokiechimp]

Well, I was right they did play two teams, And look where it got them!!!!! A 3-1 loss. Shabby Pants!!

[J Diddy]

Originally posted by smokiechimp
Well, I was right they did play two teams, And look where it got them!!!!! A 3-1 loss. Shabby Pants!!
But the Leeds players came on in the second half and Danny Mills was captain.

[smokiechimp]

Originally posted by J Diddy
But the Leeds players came on in the second half and Danny Mills was captain.
It was LeedsVLeeds in the second half (Nearly)

[J Diddy]

Originally posted by smokiechimp
It was LeedsVLeeds in the second half (Nearly)
But in that scenario Leeds will always come out the victors and everyone knows that ain't happening no more

[smokiechimp]

True! but if the get rid of Ridsdale and let Tel get on with it I think they would get back to winning ways!

[smokiechimp]

Fantastic!! Man U took a pounding from Arsenal today (About time someone showed em' what for') I think Mr Giggs's heads gonna be on the block after that miss!!!!:eek:

[J Diddy]

Originally posted by smokiechimp
Fantastic!! Man U took a pounding from Arsenal
Always good to see!
Leeds are through to the last 8 with a 2:1 win over Palace, they were lucky as well as they had a goal disallowed when it shouldn't have been.

[smokiechimp]

Palace where robbed that was definately a goal or a penalty, but sai la vie life goes on (Damn Leeds) Stoke played heroically against Chelsea considering they are doing so badly at the moment and 2-0 was about right on the day although I hoped Stoke would nick a goal!

[A+]

I really hope Chelsea beat Arsenal, although the winner of that will probably win the cup. And Leeds get another easy tie that they'll struggle through.

[smokiechimp]

I watched the Portsmouth v Leicester last night! the goal that was scored by Portsmouth to equalise at 1-1 was amazing but I can't remember who scored it!!

[J Diddy]

Originally posted by A+
And Leeds get another easy tie that they'll struggle through.
This is the only thing left for Leeds, they've been knocked out of everything else, it's good to see them doing well at somthing since the Champions League.

[smokiechimp]

Robbie Bobson got a great 70th Birthday present today a 3-1 victory, Happy Birththday BOBBY

[J Diddy]

I thought Arsenal were piss poor tonight. They should have beat Ajax.

[JediPaul]

I was just pissed that Ajax didn't finish them off.

[A+]

And Juve want their game with man Utd called off cos 5 of their players have flu. That's what a squad is for!

[smokiechimp]

Yea but Man U would do the same!
Actualy Alex Ferguson will probably ask for the three points!!!!!:rolleyes:

[J Diddy]

Originally posted by smokiechimp
Actualy Alex Ferguson will probably ask for the three points!!!!!:rolleyes:
Or a fight! ;)

[smokiechimp]

I think Beckham's gonna walk out on Man U and come to Liverpool and revive our season so we win every game and storm to the to of the table to win the Premiership (He's got HIGH HOPES) Pants I just realised they've changed the transfer rules, BUGGER! my master plan has been foiled before it has even started!

[JediPaul]

I don't think that Beckham would go to Liverpool, if he was to leave the offers would be big deals coming his way and he would probably settle for going abroad, perhaps Real Madrid but I don't think that he'll leave at the end of the season.

Just watched the match, wasn't a great game and there wasn't the same fast tempo as other Manchester United Euro matches but the win was all that matters and Brown and Van the Man were on target to give Man Utd the 3 points.

[smokiechimp]

I know but i live in a world of hope and unexpectancy!!! Although I like to see English teams beat the Foreigners I realy wanted Juve' to equalize in the dying seconds!

[JediPaul]

Well, I just want Man Utd to do well in Euro out of the English teams because you guessed it: I'm a Manchester United fan.

It could have been a tense final few minutes but there consolation goal was lucky and perhaps took a slight deflection from Rio but I think Man U were comfortable throughout the game, there wasn't many shots on goal from both teams and Man U should have a penalty but Scholes did play advantage and I thought that he would have easily slotted the ball in after Van was felled. With 9 points Man U are in a good position, top of their table, they got to make sure they put more tempo and pace to the game next week.

[smokiechimp]

I wish I could say the same about Liverpool at about this time!!:(

[A+]

And Torquay play host to the mighty Oxford, so I get to strut around uni with my yellow shirt - and get linched if Torquay win. Joy.

[smokiechimp]

Originally posted by A+
And Torquay play host to the mighty Oxford, so I get to strut around uni with my yellow shirt - and get linched if Torquay win. Joy.
Your doing well at the moment, which is more than can be said for Hull city 1 win in their last 11 RUBBISH!
I hope Bolton beat Man U today

[smokiechimp]

By the way do you think Fergi was right in what he said about Sven?, cos' I don't

[smokiechimp]

Liverpool couldn't beat the Hornsea school girls under 11's!!! They just ost to Birmingham 2-1 I'm so unhappy:( :( :(

[A+]

Liverpool discover a new low, Arsenal show they are gonna walk the league again, and Toruquay give two goals to a player they should have bought years ago.

Good luck to Man Utd tonight.

[J Diddy]

Don't forget Leeds, they too performed badly this weekend losing 3:0 to Newcastle at Elland Road, they hadn't lost at home since Malaga in December.
I also wan't Man U to do well tonight.

[smokiechimp]

I have a feeling United will kick ass tonight 4-0 (But I'm probably wrong)

[J Diddy]

Originally posted by smokiechimp
I have a feeling United will kick ass tonight 4-0 (But I'm probably wrong)
Good guess, just the one goal out. I reckon Giggs scuffed his shot on his second goal.

[smokiechimp]

Just give me a crystal ball and call me Mystic Meg!!! Although I was still wrong:D

[J Diddy]

Originally posted by smokiechimp
Just give me a crystal ball and call me Mystic Meg!!!
How do you think the Gob****es will do tonight!

[smokiechimp]

I didn't have a chance to make a prediction but I knew they were going to win;) The puds stormed to a 3-0 victory (On aggregate) To dump Auxeure out of the cup in triumphant fashion! (Ok, maybe I'm being a bit too kind, they where'nt that good) Bring on the scottish scum bags 'Och I dunooo' My prediction is early whilst it is still fresh in my mind

Liverpool 3 - 2 Celtic

As for sunday:

Liverpool 0 - 2 Man U

[smokiechimp]

I'm The Happiest Man Alive!!!!

YOU'LL NEVER WALK ALONE!!!!!

[J Diddy]

I went for the same prediction as you thinking Man U would win 2 : 0, well done Liverpool :applaud:

[smokiechimp]

I realy didn't think they had a chance with Man U coming off the back of that Juve win But Liverpool played SUPERBLEY! Especially in the second half and thoroughly deserved the win, as did Dudek the man of the match (Good Lad)

[A+]

Go Celtic! I so want them to tan the Pool, I will be watching that tie with much fascination.

Good result for birmingham, Sunderland and West Brom must be considered dead and buried, looks like it's between West Ham and Bolton for the last relegation place, although Birmingham and possibly Leeds might still be in trouble.

[smokiechimp]

No way man I think Liverpool will nick it!

[J Diddy]

I think it will be a close game or is it two? I can't decide who I think will win.

[smokiechimp]

I'm not bothered if they lose! their win against Man U in the Worthington cup was enough to keep me happy for the rest of the season!:D :D

I like your new avatar Diddy it's great!

[A+]

Leeds out of the cup. Oh dear. How I wish a crap team wins the cup (ie. not Arsenal/Chelsea). That's what it's all about.

[J Diddy]

Originally posted by A+
Leeds out of the cup. Oh dear. How I wish a crap team wins the cup (ie. not Arsenal/Chelsea)
Your telling me that Leeds aren't a crap team. Yeah nice one. With your support we might have won. ;)

[smokiechimp]

Har Har!!! the giant killers do it again!!!!!

I realy want Sheffield utd to beat Arsenal, but I know it will never happen :rolleyes:

[J Diddy]

Even though they might have Arsenal I think Sheff Utd have a better chance of getting in to the final than Watford, I also hate Elton John.

[smokiechimp]

On Arsenal's performance tonight against Roma, Sheffield UTD would beat them hands down, but Arsenal will no doubt end up beating Chelsea by a million-0

[smokiechimp]

Liverpool vs Celtic tonight!

Fingers crossed! (I stand by my first leg prediction)

Liverpool 3-2 Celtic:applaud:

[J Diddy]

I'm gonna go for a 1 : 0 to Celtic.

[J Diddy]

Well, I was right until Heskey scored, I think Liverpool will win now, espically as they have got the away goal.

[smokiechimp]

God dammit!!! I'm always wrong

I think the pool will win aswell now, Dijmi Troare finaly had a good game yipeee:applaud: El Hadj Diouf was very wrong to spit at the crowd and deserves a ban, even if he was provoked there is no excuse!

[smokiechimp]

Liverpool 1-0 Tottenham

Thats my prediction today!:p

[smokiechimp]

The law of averages say I've gotta get it right sometime!
Good win for Liverpool though!:applaud:

[J Diddy]

I reckon pool will win tonight unless all their players start gossing at people and get sent off.

[smokiechimp]

Well they didn't win, but I don't care because we got the Worthington cup and that keeps me happy, although it would have been nice!

[smokiechimp]

I like your new avatar, I got my old one back:applaud:

[J Diddy]

How good was Wayne Rooney last night, i didn't think he'd be much good at international level but i'm going to have to eat my face.

[smokiechimp]

Originally posted by J Diddy
i'm going to have to eat my face.
Might be an improvement, he he!!!

Rooney was good and Beckham was kack, I think he was gelouse!!!

Liverpool 2-0 Man Utd

[J Diddy]

Originally posted by smokiechimp
Liverpool 2-0 Man Utd
Yeah good guess, Leeds kicked ass yesterday, as if they won 6 : 1.

[smokiechimp]

Shut up! they would have won if it wasn't for the 4 goals Man U scored and the couple Liverpool didn't!!!! Good win for Leeds though, I like them more now because Peter Reid is a kick ass manager!

[J Diddy]

How good were Real Madrid last night, Big Ron was right when he said they were the Harlem Globetrotters of football, I still think can win though.

[A+]

United turned on the style against the Magpies. Who saw that one coming? And they didn't even need Beckham. They always seem to do better without him. Take note Fergie, Mr Solskjaer ain't bad either! Hopefully they can do the same at highbury, but somehow I doubt it, especially with all their players injured.

[A+]

A flukey deflection and a blatantly offside goal keep second rate Arsenal in the hunt. On that performance Man Utd deserve the league.

[smokiechimp]

LIVERPOOL ROCK!!!!!

Charlton where winning 1- 0 until the 86th minute then Gerrard scored in the 90th to seal a 2 -1 victory! WAHOO!

[J Diddy]

Leeds have to beat Fulham tonight or they will be in the shi t big style.

[J Diddy]

Come On!
2 : 0 Viduka is **** hot at the moment.

[A+]

He's always been a good finisher, it's just people like Smith that make you hate Leeds.

Come on United, beat those Spaniards.

[smokiechimp]

I think Mr Keane won't be much of a fixture in the Man U line up next season! What a fanominal game though!

[smokiechimp]

Liverpool 6-0 WBA

WOA!!!!! Owen scores his 100th premiership goal! Yipeee!

[J Diddy]

Originally posted by smokiechimp
Owen scores his 100th premiership goal!
Pop Quiz Hotshot!
See if you can name the ten players that have scored 100 goals in the PREMIERSHIP?
I'll give you a clue, you've already got one.

[A+]

Shearer, Cole, Ferdinand, Fowler, Yorke, Henry(?), Rush(?), Owen, Cantona(?), Wright. That's 10 but don't think they're all right. Which are wrong?

[J Diddy]

Wrong answers:
Henry
Rush
Cantona

[Bucket]

hey this is cool, last time i was here this thread was dead but for j Diddy and A+, nice to see new people.
since it has been so long I've got to get this out of my system.
Australia 3 - England 1
(scribe sits back and basks in a warm glow for two minutes.)
Ah thats better.

So anyway come on Bolton! We're one win away and I reckon we can beat 'hampton or middles.
Watch this space cause if the Wanders stay up I'm likely to lose my Shyt and post in every thread.

[J Diddy]

Super Super Leeds!
Arsenal 2 : 3 Leeds Utd
With that win Man U win the Premiership but more importantly Leeds are safe they are in the Premiership next season, I was worried for a bit.

[Pinesol13]

go Manchester!!!:applaud:

I'm pretty happy that Man Utd won the premiership! they definetly deserve it.

too bad Arsenal couldnt get their act together. I was looking forward to an exciting game against Everton to clinch the title, but now they already have it. still, it's been a very exciting season.

[A+]

Originally posted by J Diddy
Wrong answers:
Henry
Rush
Cantona

How about Sheringham, Mark Hughes (long shot). Hmm, this is hard, don't think Hasselbaink, nor Hartson, Sutton. Can I have clue? Nationality or club maybe?

On the prem, well done United, and to Leeds, hell of an opening goal Harry, I now recognisw you as a decent player.

[smokiechimp]

I'm glad Reidy kept Leeds up, I just hope he's gonna stay for longer than has been suggested

I want West Ham to stay up REAL BAD but that would mean Bolton would be relagated (sorry Bucket)

Vital match next week Liverpool v Chelsea (a champions league decider!!!!!!)

Prediction Liverpool 0 - 2 Chelsea

just a gut fealing but I SO hope I'm wrong!!!!

oh yea, boooo Man U are scum!!

[J Diddy]

Originally posted by A+
Shearer,
Cole,
Ferdinand,
Fowler,
Yorke,
Owen,
Wright,
Sherringham,

The other two are both english, although one doesn't sound it.

[JediPaul]

Can I just say: up yours Arsenal. All you doubters who thought that Man Utd wouldn't win the premiership can kiss my arse. I never thought that I'd be glad to see Leeds win. Wenger is a moaning french wanker, and Van Nistlerooy is better than Henry.

P.s. how's it hanging J.D.?

[A+]

I don't have a clue, am gonna have to give up I think, unless more clues are forthcoming?

[J Diddy]

Alright Paul, How's it going?

One of the players is retired, scored all his goals for one team and he is the only midfielder in the group.

The other has played for various teams and now resides at Villa park.

[smokiechimp]

I don't know but I bet your dieing to tell us!!

[J Diddy]

No not really, I only know because I saw it on Football Focus.

[A+]

Dion Dublin can't have scored 100 goals. But he's the only Villa man who could've. John Barnes is the only one I can think of for a midfielder, and I don't think it's him.

Hoorah, Man City lost last ever game at Maine Road!!! And Liverpool missed out on Champions League. Chelsea were way better than them second half. But poor West Ham.

[J Diddy]

Dublin has scored over 100 goals, think of the teams he's played for, the other was amazingly Matt Le Tissier (i think that's how to spell it) all for Southampton.

[smokiechimp]

LIVERPOOL ARE CRAP!!!!!!!!!!

I'm going to support Doncaster Rovers from now on :(

[J Diddy]

Liverpool are less crap than leeds though!

[smokiechimp]

True!! :)

[A+]

Where's Harry Kewell going? And why do Man Utd suddenly wanna buy lots of Brazilians?

[J Diddy]

Harry Kewell is going nowhere! He's going to stay at Leeds and score 100 goals a season.

[A+]

Both false I believe. Berger's on his way to replace him. What a replacement!

[JediPaul]

Originally posted by J Diddy
Harry Kewell is going nowhere! He's going to stay at Leeds and score 100 goals a season.

:eek:

What did your mother tell you about staying away from the 'special' mushrooms.

[J Diddy]

Originally posted by JediPaul
:eek:

What did your mother tell you about staying away from the 'special' mushrooms.
Nothing, she said "eat the magical mushrooms jules, they are good for you".

[The Elf King]

Originally posted by A+
Where's Harry Kewell going? And why do Man Utd suddenly wanna buy lots of Brazilians?

I know Man united have grabbed good old Rhonaldino how ever its spelt?
But who ellse are they looking to by from Brazil?
I think there silly to sell David Beckham because there aint realy any one in the world that can do the job like he does for Man United :( Just think of all the free kick goals Man United will miss out on, I dont think good old Rhon will be lucky in his free kicks like he did in the world cup :/

[smokiechimp]

I met Jonathan Greening last night!!!!

NOBODY has a clue who he is, I think I'm the only one!

Anyways he's a first team midfielder for Middlesborough and used to play for Man U also he is an England international and had a couple of caps! He was best man at this other footballer Richard Cresswels wedding at my hotel who has played for Leicsteser, Sheffield Wednesday and now he plays for Preston NE!!! :)

[A+]

Jonathan Greening's quite good these days, he just never fit in at United. Deserving of his international call ups though I believe, a big part of Boro's rise.

I heard Man U were after Baraja, can't remember which other Brazilian they wanted. I think they can do without Beckham, there are several others who can score from free kicks, it's more the crossing they'd miss, which would be a big miss. And they wanna be asking plenty of money for him, in merchandise alone he's worth a tonne.

[tedward]

I think Ronaldinio is the other Brazilian you are thinking of.

Man U have also been linked to Kewell, but hasnt everyone. I hope Kewell does leave, he needs to leave this year or next. On to bigger and better things, Viduka too for that matter.

[A+]

Nah, I meant Ronaldinho as the first Brazilian, was talking about Baraja randomly, don't think he's Brazilian. Kewell could be a good aquisition, I never thought he was very good but he's impressed me at times this season, especially against Arsenal. I hope Ronaldinho isn't another Veron though - good player that just don't do nothing. And they need a proper partner for Ruud, dump Forlan!

Cisse (is that it?) on way to Liverpool - haha, another useless striker, I'd love it if they do get him, he so wouldn't be able to cut it in the Premiership.

[tedward]

Ruud was going on about bringing Kluivert to Man U, they should listen to what he says.

I loved Kewells performance against england earlier - that was great.

[J Diddy]

Originally posted by tedward
Man U have also been linked to Kewell, but hasnt everyone. I hope Kewell does leave, he needs to leave this year or next. On to bigger and better things, Viduka too for that matter.
If you were a Leeds fan like me, then you'd realise that Kewell and Viduka are at the best club in the world and theres no need for them to leave, as they wil win the premiership next season. ;) (yeah, right)

[KayTang999]

To Barca or not to Barca, that is Becks' question. I think that he should not go to Barcelona. He is Man U.!!!

[smokiechimp]

He WON't go to Barca in a million years, I think he'll end up at Real but if AC Milan get their way he could be playing there. I think Man U are loosing out on a fanominal player!! WHY do they need to sell him when he could still do so much for the club!?!

[KayTang999]

They need money, that what I heard. AC Milan stated that they've never wanted Beckham.

[tedward]

Ha ha ha the second richest team in the world needs money.

AC Milan said that "none of their champions league champions deserve to be replaced". Whereas during Juve's dominance of the champions league they would replace heaps of players because "how do you motivate someone whos won the best club championship available?"

I think Beckham would be best at AC Milan, as the chimp said though he wont go to barca.

[tedward]

If you were a Leeds fan like me, then you'd realise that Kewell and Viduka are at the best club in the world and theres no need for them to leave, as they wil win the premiership next season. (yeah, right)

How things change, a couple years ago that would not of sounded so silly.

[J Diddy]

Originally posted by tedward
How things change, a couple years ago that would not of sounded so silly.
Maybe one day I'll be able to say it again without sounding like a fuc king tard.

[A+]

Nah, maybe in refernece to the first division, but not the prem.

When does the transfer window actually open so some transfers can be made?

[Peter]

It's official Beckham is going to Real Madrid!

[JediPaul]

He's worth a lot more than £25 million. It's a real shame to see him leave, and it was only a matter of time before he would be off to an European team. I would have like Beckham to stay at Man Utd but we'll have to see how he copes and where he fits in Real Madrid's team.

[smokiechimp]

I hope Man U bomb without him and get relegated to division one and win no silver wear (Dreeeeeeaming i know)

[J Diddy]

I hope he does well over there!

[chinball wizard]

beckham delivering balls to figo, raul, ronaldo, and zidane? that's going to be sick!

[A+]

I doubt he'll be in the team all the time. I think he'll be less of a first choice than most people expect. I think United can do without him, especially if they sign a couple people. Kewell would be the best signing of the ones suggested, have him playing off Ruud and watch the goals fly in.

[smokiechimp]

Who's gonna win it next season then?

[A+]

I think it might be a United dominated year. They'll all be desperate to show there is life after Beckham, and if they bring the right guys in they'll be quality. Arsenal won't be the same without Seaman and some of the guys they're gonna have to offload. Kewell would be a good signing, but I don't think they'll win it. I reckon newcastle might finish second. Liverpool and Leeds'll finish higher this season, Southampton will continue to progress, Chelsea still won't work out they're quite good. Potentially the 3 that came up to go down. Although I think Boro might struggle for no apparant reason.

I await being completely wrong.

PS. Torquay to go up, though not as champions.

[smokiechimp]

Yea Toquay did well mate!


Premiership Standings 2004
-----------------------------------

1. Newcastle
2. Arsenal
3. Liverpool
4. Man United
5. Chelsea
6. Leeds
7. Everton
8. Tottenham
9. Charlton Athletic
10. Southampton

Just my prediction but like you I'll probably be way off the mark!!!

I have a feeling Man U are gonna have their worst season for a long while!

[Costa]

I understand Beckham left because he didn't renew his contract with only 2 years left. There was some complications anyway and so Man United wanted to ensure they got something for him.

Chelsea will certainly finish higher then 5th.

My top 5 prediction is

1st Man United (damn it)
2nd Arsenal
3rd Chelsea
4th Liverpool
5th Newcastle

[A+]

I heard Fergie originally planned to get rid of Giggs cos he had plans for playing 2 attackers off Ruud and he couldn't accomodate 2 wide men in this, but as he singled out Giggs for criticism Giggs responded well to it, played better and showed himself to be more versatile and able to play that role, while Beckham wouldn't be able to do this, and he wanted cash to bring in others so sacrificed him.

I don't think Man Utd will finish outside the top 2, I've a feeling this won't be a great season for the Gooners, but teams like Chelsea and Newcastle could do themselves proud. We shall see.

[tedward]

How will the British teams do in Europe since we are making predictions.

[KayTang999]

No idea because of all these changes.

Since Becks moved to Real Madrid, I think I have to cheer for Liverpool now. I like Owen, second after Becks.

[A+]

United'll be the best of British in Europe as usual, Arsenal will crash out as usual. Someone might go on a decent run in the UEFA though. Maybe Newcastle or Chelsea when one of them gets knocked out of the Champions League. Celtic will do better than Rangers.

[smokiechimp]

Originally posted by KayTang999
No idea because of all these changes.

Since Becks moved to Real Madrid, I think I have to cheer for Liverpool now. I like Owen, second after Becks.

:DMy new best friend!! :D

;)

Although I just don't think the pool will cut it this season!

[KayTang999]

Yeah. I mean even the best striker like Owen, Liverpool won't make it but I will still cheer him on!!!

Sure, I'll be you new footie best friend!!!

LOL

[smokiechimp]

WOAH!!!! Anyone hear the news about Marc Vivian Foe who collapsed and died in the center circle when playing for Cameroon against Columbia today, they still don't know how he died but they suspect a heart attack! He was only 28!!! :(

[JediPaul]

I can't believe it. It's a tragic day in football.

[KayTang999]

Yeah, that is sad. He is so young. It is shocking since he is athlete, he should be fit.

[tedward]

He was fit, they still dont know what was wrong with him. Its a shame to see him go.

Meanwhile some rusian billionaire has bought chelsea. Do you think they can buy success? They are reportedly after Nesta, Kewell, Kluivert and a host of other big names.

[KayTang999]

Ekkk, Russian bought an English team??? That doesn't sound right.

[smokiechimp]

Harry Kewell AT Liverpool!!!!! http://www.click-smilies.de/sammlung/spezial/jasons_smilie/wiseguy.gif

Stick that in your pipe and smoke it Ridsdale!

[tedward]

Im backing Liverpool to do well now this year

...and blackburn, and birmingham, and leeds but I am a one-eyed aussie.

[Costa]

As a Chelsea fan I have to say I'm happy by the Russian take over. We look to be getting Duff and already have Johnson and Geremi. Even if our big spending doesn't the Russian Mafia muscle men will ensure we take home the trophy. :D

[smokiechimp]

Chelsea are gonna be a force to reckon with this season but for some reason I still think Newcastle are gonna win it although I'm still holding out hope for Liverpool! http://www.click-smilies.de/sammlung/spezial/jasons_smilie/hat.gif

[KayTang999]

Well, Beckham's nemesis is moving to Madrid. Not Real Madrid, the other Madrid's team.

[tedward]

nemisis? The argentinian guy from the world cup? Athletico Madrid? Im just guessing.

I give chelsea a couple more seasons before they are properly competing.

[KayTang999]

Yep, that is what I mean. Right now with Beckham in Spain, Arsenal is on the top form to be able to get that title, IMO.

[J Diddy]

Leeds have got Jody Morris!!! Yay for us.

[KayTang999]

Ok this is not a women soccer thread but did anyone check out the grouping of the women world cup???

[tedward]

no, go on and enlighten us.

I did hear that, that american will take her top off again if the u.s wins again, which is nice.

[KayTang999]

Here is the group:

http://p3.fifa.sports.dcn.yahoo.com/03/en/t/group/index.html

Is that mean USA and Brazil has to meet in semi???

[tedward]

Chelsea are sure making a splash in the transfer market - should be a very powerful team in a couple of years provided it all gels well.

[KayTang999]

Well, Becks made first goal for Real at Tokyo!!!

[tedward]

from a free kick, surprise surprise. Kewel scored his first goal for liverpool too.

Chelsea have just signed Joe Cole and JS Veron.

[smokiechimp]

Kewel is out for the start of the season.

Liverpool's first game is against Chelsea.

And Man U won the charity shield.

DAMN!

[tedward]

Kewel is out when did this happen?

[KayTang999]

I am really confuse about Man U and Ronaldo, seriously!!!

[tedward]

and the new season kicks off, apparently ronaldo is looking quite hot.

No real upsets on the opening day.

[KayTang999]

Can someone give me the date for each leagues in EU, the date when they start their season.

[smokiechimp]

Well Liverpool Got Beat! :(

[tedward]

kewell is their only good attacking player.

The spanish press arent taking too well to david beckham

he got a zero rating for his performance against valencia.

[KayTang999]

And he got yellow card during that game too.

[sphericthor]

****ing Manchester United beat Newcastle 2-1, Shearer scored the 1st goal, Van Nistelrooy equalized and Scholes scored the winner. As a Newcastle fan I'm really pissed off right now

[KayTang999]

Awww, that ok, Liverpool lost too. I know how you feel.

[sphericthor]

There's nothing worse than losing to Manchester United, with the exception of Sunderland and I guess Everton to you

[KayTang999]

Yeah but this is only a pre-season. Things will get better.

[sphericthor]

No, I'm talking about the league here, some teams have already played 3 games and Portsmouth are top now

[KayTang999]

In Ireland? For some reason I thought that all 4 regions share the same league.