2010-2011 UEFA Champions League Thread
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Chaplin
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Very insightful.
cardfaninfl
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Not a supporter of Real Madrid or "The Chosen One", but consider this an intelligent tactic. I guess it comes down to your personal definition of unsportsmanlike conduct. Not only does it not go against the rules, I can't see how it violates the spirit of the rule.
Every manager will try to acquire an advantage. If that can be achieved for your team without directly harming another team, it should be applauded for its effectiveness. The outcome of the Ajax game was not changed, the cards were not given for putting other players' health in jeopardy and the desired result was achieved.
I can't help but think, none of this would be discussed so passsionately if the controversial Jose Mourinho wasn't involved. He does have a disgustingly high opinion of himself, but I don't see why that should be used attempting to prove an unsportsmanlike accusation. I think Jose is good for the sport, and popularity driven competition results should be confined to American Idol or Dancing with the Stars.
UEFA wanting to conduct an investigation reminds of two children playing a game; one child does something unexpected and unconventional which causes the other child to scream, "That's not fair!"
Every manager will try to acquire an advantage. If that can be achieved for your team without directly harming another team, it should be applauded for its effectiveness. The outcome of the Ajax game was not changed, the cards were not given for putting other players' health in jeopardy and the desired result was achieved.
I can't help but think, none of this would be discussed so passsionately if the controversial Jose Mourinho wasn't involved. He does have a disgustingly high opinion of himself, but I don't see why that should be used attempting to prove an unsportsmanlike accusation. I think Jose is good for the sport, and popularity driven competition results should be confined to American Idol or Dancing with the Stars.
UEFA wanting to conduct an investigation reminds of two children playing a game; one child does something unexpected and unconventional which causes the other child to scream, "That's not fair!"
BirdMan21
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Hate Man U, but Berbatov with 5 today is an ok outing
Edit - clicked on wrong thread, did not score these in a CL match
Edit - clicked on wrong thread, did not score these in a CL match
Chaplin
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Milan and Shalke
Renz
An Army of One
Força Barça!
Renz
An Army of One
David Villa!!!
What an awesome comeback. 2 goals in about 5 minutes!
...Sadly, I don't see them holding on to the lead at Camp Nou. I'll be more than happy to be proven wrong though
Chaplin
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This game was one of the best and hardest games to watch for me. As you guys know, Barca/Arsenal are my #1 and #2 teams in the world. That said, I'll be happy if either go through, but I was very encouraged by Arsenal considering what happened a week and a half ago against Newcastle. With Samir Nasri back, we are going to be VERY dangerous in the Prem. And if Arshavin gets his form back (he's finally shown some life in the last week or two), ManU will be sweating.
As for Barcelona, they played fairly well but didn't have as many chances as I'd like to see. I also don't see them conceding at the Camp Nou--as much as I loved Arsenal in the 2nd half, that away goal and them playing at home will most likely send Barca through to the semis.
As for Barcelona, they played fairly well but didn't have as many chances as I'd like to see. I also don't see them conceding at the Camp Nou--as much as I loved Arsenal in the 2nd half, that away goal and them playing at home will most likely send Barca through to the semis.
Renz
An Army of One
Barça! Barça! Barça!
My picks remain the same.
Renz
An Army of One
Inter knocked Bayern Munich out.
Chaplin
Better off silent
Schalke owning Inter at the San Siro wasn't a surprise? Seriously? I know you only watch teams with Mexican national team players, but you probably need to understand what you're posting about before you post it. Schalke beating Inter 5-2 in MILAN is a huge upset.
I usually support Inter, and even I can admit that they haven't been too impressive this year. It took nearly a miracle for them to get where they're at now (88th min goal by Pandev, in a nailbiter vs Bayern I believe.) Meanwhile, Schalke has dismantled every opponent they've had in the CL. They haven't been quite as good in the Bundesliga, but they've had convincing wins over every opponent they've had in the CL this year. Might've struck you as a surprise, but not me. The only surprise with Inter (or any Italian team this year) as that they made it as far as they have.
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Who wants to give me a 5 minute synopsis of the UEFA Championships League?
