Any REAL football fans here? (Page 65)

I've been following it since it was first announced.  And I'm wondering if he had a frank discussion with AVB about the amount of playing time he would have at Spurs.  We are moving into a WC year and he really needs to have as much playing time as possible.  And if there was the slightest hint that he would not be starting on a regular basis, he would be concerned.

I AM disappointed about his move away from EPL but I've also heard that there is some home sickness not only for him but for his kids which sounds like one of the really big driving factors.

I'm disappointed.  But he is 30.  It will only get more difficult for him abroad. 

Bradley impressed me last year when I went to see the Liverpool v AS Roma match in Boston.  He just continues to impress.  He will be a force to be dealt with in the middle next year in the WC.

I agree it had to be a mix of money and moving back to the states for his kids with Dempsey.  And I agree he should have been able to stay in Europe and get higher quality play. 

Agreed.  I'm hoping Bradley and Jozy are a trend of others that will make an impact abroad, whether it is accross the pond or accross the border in Mexico. 

And I agree too about Donovan.  Look at the impact he had at Everton just the short two, two month loans he was there.  Although I think for him it was his abject failure earlier in his carrer in Europe probably weighed on his mind when he went back and his decision to stay in MLS. 

Finally, I think you are dead on with Johnson.  His pace and strength are a nice compliment for Bradley.

Anyone see the ref-cam during the MLS all star game?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w8g6rAmHtAk

Ain't it grand?!?!?!

I'm excited.

And 'Pool is in 2nd!!!!

Yes, I know that will not last very long.  I'm enjoying it while it does.  Whoopeeeeee!!!!

The transfer window is not closed.  Interesting year.

Bale to RM for a small fortune.

Fellani to ManUre but that really is their only significant trade.

Even though Tottenham lost Bale, they appear to have picked up some good talent.  Well, that was until they lost yesterday. 

Did Arsne actually buy anyone?  Well, anyone worth mentioning?

City actually looks like they may be ok.  MAY be.  Depends on if their signings actually pay off. Only time will tell.

'Pool was quite active.  Aspas and Coutinho appear to have been brilliant signings.  Still wish they would have gotten rid of Suarez, but I understand why they didn't.

What about you guys?  Any trades catch your eye?

Completely mised Ozil. 

And yes, Mata is in trouble.  Maybe he will get loaned out?

And Pool will NOT be in the top 4 for much longer. 

That match was pathetic.  And up to the last two, I thought Beasley was doing fairly well.  In my mind he had redeamed himself compared to how he was playing a few years ago.  But that all fell apart against Costa Rica. 

I don't know what to say about Bessler.  Supposedly the fastest man on the pitch and couldn't do squat.  I will say, though, that the yellow he got was laughable.  The AR should be ashamed of himself for that one.  But whatcha gonna do.

We are definitely up a creek tonight.  Missing way too many folks.  Bradley.  Bessler.  Jozy.  I'd be happy for 1 point.

Agreed with your last statement.

Or not.

El Tri is in a wicked tailspin.  There is a significant chance they will not be going to the WC. 

Agreed he is a throwback but not in a good way.  He also wasn't making any friends in the fan base or media.

My boys looked lost because they lost another creative force up front in Coutinho.  He is out with shoulder surgery for 6+ weeks after the last match.  That leaves only Sturridge up top.  He needs help.  We really didn't have good possession the whole match.  And for that we payed the price.

Agreed on ManUre.  Moyes may not make it out of this season if it continues this way.  Which is a shame.  Always liked him as a coach.  I just think the shoes he has to fill are too big.  Possibly for anyone.

As an aside, I also don't think Martin Jol will be around at the end of the season.  Heck, if things continue at Fulham, he might not be around at Christmas. 

It was a beautiful strike.  And the build up led me to believe they were going to score anyway.  Didn't see that one coming, though.  Wow.  Just..... wow. 

El Tri should be sending the the US team some big time thank you's for getting them at least into a playoff with NZ. 

And I now how Panama feels.  Just like when the US men were eliminated from the Olympics by Costa Rica in the 92nd minute.  It is gut wrenching.

SAF's biography is out and causing some interesting waves.  He's really slamming past players who performed well for him. 

Implications that Beckham had to go because he was "bigger than the manager".  Uh-huh.

And no surprise on his comments about Shrek or RVP. 

And definitely no surprise about his comments on Keene's temper.  Saw an interesting interview with Keene not long after it came out.  He made an interesting comment questioning whether SAF really understands the word "loyalty".  HA!