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Post by Block 22 on Jan 12, 2018 10:54:35 GMT
Grammar police. Please change thrown to throne Fuck me, that’s actually terrible on my part. I’m usually grammar police myself.
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Post by Block 22 on Jan 12, 2018 10:52:54 GMT
Fuck off Gary Rowett. Fuck off Derby. Fuck off Mel. We've got Keithy Sanchez Flores baby 😂😂😂😂😂
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Post by Block 22 on Jan 12, 2018 10:47:45 GMT
Don’t want to burst any bubbles but a quick scan of various forums, would suggest that Watford fans dont look on the QSF reign that fondly - general tone seems to be “very boring negative football” and second half of their season being witness to “some of the worst performances ever”. I watched some of the game last night and his Espanyol team were anything but boring and negative. I watched the full game and actually thought their style of play was pretty expansive (considering reports I’ve read) but still very disciplined and well organised at the back. Enjoyed watching them.
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Post by Block 22 on Jan 12, 2018 10:45:17 GMT
Or maybe because they have taken the time and effort to actually research his record. Do you mean his win records in leagues that aren’t very competitive. The only reason he did average at Watford because the team was already built for him and Ighalo couldn’t stop scoring and that started long before he came to them. He’s managed in the Champions League (got to the Q/F) and won the Europa League. He’s relatively young for a manager, charismatic and will attract top quality players. Internationally recognised manager that is thought highly of throughout Spain.
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Post by Block 22 on Jan 12, 2018 10:39:24 GMT
All to be confirmed today. Flying over today to sort everything and should be made official tonight or tomorrow morning. Been a long time coming, always interest since Hughes got sacked. A new era for the club and hopefully a positive One 👍 In fairness chopperscfc. You’ve been bang on the money since the beginning with this one, I don’t know if it was genuine inside knowledge or quality guess work but I don’t care either way. Cheers for the info mate. Do you know when he’s due in Stoke?
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Post by Block 22 on Jan 12, 2018 10:30:16 GMT
I put a tenner on him coming at 10/1 - On the basis that you put a bit on at 12/1. If he comes, please pm me as to where I can find you to buy you a drink I did exactly this too, £10 at 10/1 based on Cilla knowing his onions. Think you'll be having a few drinks come your way if it comes off Cilla! I got 13/8 yesterday but that was a MASSIVE price considering the stage we were supposedly at and this was after Balague had spoken.
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Post by Block 22 on Jan 12, 2018 10:24:39 GMT
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Post by Block 22 on Jan 12, 2018 10:01:43 GMT
I was only here to help ramp up the pressure on Hughes and hope to get mon as a replacement . I saw this board, it's clique & the posters for exactly what is and are a longtime ago. Get your fingers out of Martin O’Neills arse mate.
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Post by Block 22 on Jan 12, 2018 9:59:54 GMT
Who else is actually buzzing to go and watch stoke again? ME. Now let’s get this song going please. It will sound class.
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Post by Block 22 on Jan 12, 2018 8:48:01 GMT
Only people 20 years behind the times General. The same people that want to bring the cane back to schools and shit like that.. That's exactly what todays kids need plus banning facebook and other shit! Wasn’t particularly looking to open that can of worms. I was trying to find a way to relate to some old forms of punishment. Whether you think it’s right or wrong we’ll save for another day and another thread
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Post by Block 22 on Jan 12, 2018 8:45:03 GMT
Plenty of flights from Barcelona to England today. Including one that’s currently in flight now, arriving at Heathrow 09:47. There’s flights to Manchester but the earliest is this afternoon at like 15:00. Unless Coatesy has sent a private jet over
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Post by Block 22 on Jan 12, 2018 8:36:17 GMT
Only people 20 years behind the times General. The same people that want to bring the cane back to schools and shit like that.. The only argument I ever heard was "Well, at least Keane will give them a kick up the arse".. really?! Wow, along with Martin O'Neill's tactical wizardry that'll keep us up. O'Neill spunks large quantities of money up the wall worse than Hughes as well, just look at his time at Villa, some awful buys for large money (at the time) I put the Villa point across yesterday in another thread somewhere mate, some awful signings big transfer fees and astronomical wages. The Villa and Sunderland fans don’t think highly of the guy at all. Not sure about all this rocket up their arse stuff, it’s 2018, not 1920.
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Post by Block 22 on Jan 12, 2018 8:29:02 GMT
I'm still staggered people want/ed Martin O'Neill along with the hit man Keane. Only people 20 years behind the times General. The same people that want to bring the cane back to schools and shit like that..
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Post by Block 22 on Jan 12, 2018 8:27:26 GMT
People keep saying that Imbula has "obvious talent " ...... I must have missed that match. Did you even watch the video in the O.P?
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Post by Block 22 on Jan 12, 2018 8:26:09 GMT
Not like you did then by saying the exact same thing " you're making a fool of yourself" to people who suggested Mark Hughes had lost the plot and next season we would be in a relegation scrap with half arsed players. A bit rich coming from old knowledgable you isn't it? Same with toxic and all your other clique members. You Know the square root of fuck all but get on your high horse and show your 'oatcake' authority. What a tit, really you're all pussy cats in real life. Ban me big man. It says more about you than me. A control freak its funny none of you oatcakers get personal On Facebook, is it because you are giving up your I.d or you don't want your friends and family to see what abusive pieces of shit you are? I take it estp1863 is your real name then? estp1863 : Don’t get upset about Roy Keane mate, there’s always another day
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Post by Block 22 on Jan 12, 2018 8:19:50 GMT
I'm impressed by his Watford record, but people seem only interested in how he looks. Quite worried about our fan base. So long as he stands on the touch line in a baseball cap he will do for me. I think he could well be an inspired appointment You feeling ok March?
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Post by Block 22 on Jan 12, 2018 8:14:22 GMT
Also, you can safely assume that if we have indeed been in contact with him for "weeks" then we will have asked him about Bauer surely? I'm also hoping he's secretly been compiling a list of targets in the meantime. I’d agree with that. If it’s seriously been on the cards for ‘weeks’ as touted he’s probably watched the Newcastle game at minimum and has a good idea where we need to strengthen. I hope we give him a good chunk of money now and there’s 3/4 quality players through the door before the window closes. I think he signed Capoue at Watford, didn’t he?
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Post by Block 22 on Jan 12, 2018 8:08:48 GMT
Owrate chaps, good mornin’. Looks like it’s almost over the line
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Post by Block 22 on Jan 12, 2018 7:39:29 GMT
Watching that video again.
I wonder if Imbula has had some issues in his personal life that have thrown him off track? He seems to be one of those that manages to avoid the media so maybe something’s gone on there that we don’t know about.
When he’s played since that video he’s looked so down, like he doesn’t even want to play football. Whereas in that video he looks like he’s living the dream, smiling and very very passionate.
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Post by Block 22 on Jan 12, 2018 7:33:36 GMT
I went there once, it rained every day as it's north of the island by Mount Teide and the cloud never moves. See if you can get a transfer to the south of the island. I went there last year in October and it was 26-28 every day. Scorching. “Why does it always rain on me?”
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Post by Block 22 on Jan 12, 2018 7:31:39 GMT
Still can't see it happening. Has he got any experience in keeping teams up? (Genuine question) Think I'd still go for MON for 18 months Yeah, he kept Watford comfortably in the Premier League in their first season.
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Post by Block 22 on Jan 11, 2018 23:39:18 GMT
Personally it just feels good to be in the 21st century. Breaking that mould we’ve been in for so long only employing British Dinosaurs that have been fingered by everybody already. Quique will be a breath of fresh air. When I first heard about him I really wasn't sure about him, I presumed he was fairly inexperienced but he's more than proven his ability. Maybe he's not got much Prem experience but reading about him it appears he knows how to set his sides up and is tactically astute and a decent guy to go with it. I'm looking forward to him in all honesty. Is it done then you reckon? Can we have the official Hackett confirmation?
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Post by Block 22 on Jan 11, 2018 23:22:35 GMT
This is ace, the warchest is out! If the project involves getting to a cup final and fighting for 7th in the future I'm all for it. Right now i'm focused solely on getting out of this rut we're in. Sounds like something to look forward to though. I've just had to listen to that interview again - it was ridiculously positive! Sounded like they'd even discussed relegation, and Balague seemed to think it'd be no problem coming back up with the parachute money and the money that'd be available going forward! Optimistic maybe - but it was 5 minutes of radio heaven! Which part is it FM and what time does the full interview start?
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Post by Block 22 on Jan 11, 2018 23:17:22 GMT
The psychology of all this is fascinating - a couple of days ago the mention of this guys name would have drawn nothing but indifference , now he’s the greatest thing since sliced bread. The alternate is having Roy Keane rock up, that's enough to do it. Personally it just feels good to be in the 21st century. Breaking that mould we’ve been in for so long only employing British Dinosaurs that have been fingered by everybody already. Quique will be a breath of fresh air.
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Post by Block 22 on Jan 11, 2018 22:52:53 GMT
Flores (on his philosophy) said: “People say ‘Quique, how do you want your team to play?’ I say ‘it depends, tell me what kind of players I have’. You have to adapt because situations change. “When I was a player I didn’t want a coach who told me what to do every time from the touch-line. I don’t think that football is like this. You have to create concepts but you cannot manage everything. “I read a lot of stuff from [US basketball coach] Phil Jackson and he talks about touching the heart and I believe in this side. “Of course I have my methods, I believe in tactics and obligations. But the emotions of the players are really important. You are dealing with human beings so it is not good enough to say ‘these are the tactics, get on with it’. “It’s very important how they go onto the pitch. If they don’t feel, it’s impossible and if you don’t transmit it to the team then, well, it’s a **** team.” The question was “What guidance can you give to Mark Hughes about motivating players?”
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Post by Block 22 on Jan 11, 2018 22:51:13 GMT
They just discussed the potential Quique Sanchez Flores appointment on The Debate (Sky).
Matthew Upson and Tim Sherwood both said we’ve got good squad of players and like Flores as a manager think he will be a solid appointment, should get the best out of our players.
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Post by Block 22 on Jan 11, 2018 22:32:47 GMT
Wilko would be nowhere near this squad. Period.
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Post by Block 22 on Jan 11, 2018 22:29:57 GMT
We could always just let the Atletico fans decide whether he was popular....... Just by watching that Video the guy is a class act, with a great reputation throughout Europe. This could be special for us.
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Post by Block 22 on Jan 11, 2018 22:24:27 GMT
I don't know anything about this QSF guy, apart from being shocked when he was sacked from Watford. According to BBC Radio 5 just, nothing until tomorrow. He wasn't sacked. He had a option for a second year, but he chose not to take it He wasn’t sacked but he wasn’t offered a new deal either. Neither he nor there. Not sure he had a good relationship with the owners.
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Post by Block 22 on Jan 11, 2018 22:21:41 GMT
I think Quique wants today to be about Espanyol after getting through to CDR Quarters. Classy on his part. Pretty sure he’ll announced as new Stoke manager tomorrow. No claim to fame, just seems like common sense. I reckon answer tomorrow, tie up loose ends, announced over the weekend, in the stands at OT Monday. As soon as he gives the nod we announce it surely? Then it gives him a couple of days to get his shit together before travelling over for Monday’s game. I’ll stick with announced tomorrow, my hunch.
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