Re: More Football Chat : Fri Dec 31, 2010 5:12 pm  

74' wrote:

Yeah, because Megson's won a European Cup.

Taken that a bit too literally there mate. Megson is a manager whom most people dread, and I don't know any non-Liverpool fans who would like to see him take over their club. There are at least twenty better managers in the game today than Benitez.

Re: More Football Chat : Fri Dec 31, 2010 7:18 pm  

Urmston Wire wrote:

Taken that a bit too literally there mate. Megson is a manager whom most people dread, and I don't know any non-Liverpool fans who would like to see him take over their club. There are at least twenty better managers in the game today than Benitez.

When you say things like 'jammy European cup win' and fail to mention his other strong 'runs' in Europe with both Liverpool and Valencia, you only portray yourself as ignorant and borderline thick.

You might not agree with the way Benitez does things, you may not agree with every player he signs and you may think that the past couple of years for him are his true 'level', but his record speaks for itself and he has as good as CV as there is at the moment.

Re: More Football Chat : Fri Dec 31, 2010 7:35 pm  

Robbie Rotten wrote:

When you say things like 'jammy European cup win' and fail to mention his other strong 'runs' in Europe with both Liverpool and Valencia, you only portray yourself as ignorant and borderline thick.

You might not agree with the way Benitez does things, you may not agree with every player he signs and you may think that the past couple of years for him are his true 'level', but his record speaks for itself and he has as good as CV as there is at the moment.

as a neutral (THFC) Benitez seemed a bit of an enigma - he can obviously 'manage' as his record shows but it's his inconsistency with decision making that worries me (a bit like Gomez in the THFC goalmouth) - he made some dubious signings and very dodgy 'tactical' changes during numerous LUFC games - some seemed totally incomprehensible at the time - the scouse fans are not thickos when it comes to football know-how and seemed to want to support him but found it difficult due to his inconsistency IMO - or,am I talking absolute c**p ?

Re: More Football Chat : Fri Dec 31, 2010 9:23 pm  

Happy New Year Roy

From The Times: RH has apologised to #LFC fans for questioning their support, but his contrition has come too late to safeguard his future.

From the Times: "The club’s owner, Fenway Sports Group (FSG), determined that he [Roy] is not the man to take the club forward."

The Times: Hodgson "will be ousted as soon as a high-calibre replacement can be identified and recruited.

Times: RH "has made it clear that he will not tender his resignation despite presiding over worst start for 57 years and

"...his relationship with supporters breaking down, so FSG will effectively take the decision out of his hands by..."

"...actively targeting his successor."

Times: "Should the right man become available Hodgson’s departure will be confirmed before the end of the season, although FSG will..."


"...will continue to bide its time in a bid to ensure that the problems facing the club are not exacerbated by any short-term decisions..."

"...as was the case last summer after the removal of Rafael Benítez."

That's the main part of the story from The Times, as written by Tony Barrett. And I know it's based on info from an impeccable source.


There'll be more coverage of that story in the Telegraph too tonight.

Re: More Football Chat : Fri Dec 31, 2010 10:27 pm  

Wire_85 wrote:

Happy New Year Roy

Hardly a revelation is it? I haven't heard the new owners commit to Roy so it comes as no surprise that they are on the lookout for another manager.

Re: More Football Chat : Fri Dec 31, 2010 10:29 pm  

Billinge_Lump wrote:

He was 35, wanted a longer contract than was offered and first team football. I'd have liked him to have stayed, but the pace of the PL was starting to catch up with him.

And he went on to have a great season in Germany. Ok he's no Kyrgiakos but he still had something to offer, as Leverkusen found out.

Re: More Football Chat : Sat Jan 01, 2011 9:17 am  

McClennan wrote:

There was a post on one of the Liverpool forums by this guy that got tonnes of praise. He was basically saying that Benitez was in the process of building a legacy at Liverpool which was interrupted by his sacking. This poster's big concern was that Rafa would end up at City where he'd be given time and money to support his vision thereby dominating the Premier League until he retires. I'm with you though lol.

Wire 85?

Re: More Football Chat : Sat Jan 01, 2011 9:26 am  

El Pac Carnegie wrote: Hardly a revelation is it? I haven't heard the new owners commit to Roy so it comes as no surprise that they are on the lookout for another manager. Ever tried looking? http://www.clickliverpool.com/sport/liverpool-fc/1211526-dont-blame-roy-hodgson-for-difficult-period,-john-henry-tells-liverpool-fc-fans.html This club can be better. Blaming the manager or any one particular player is simply wrong The story by TB is the first time they have turned on Roy so yes its abit of a "revelation" Might get even worse today against Bolton I would take a point right now, its that bad.

El Pac Carnegie wrote: Hardly a revelation is it? I haven't heard the new owners commit to Roy so it comes as no surprise that they are on the lookout for another manager. Ever tried looking? http://www.clickliverpool.com/sport/liverpool-fc/1211526-dont-blame-roy-hodgson-for-difficult-period,-john-henry-tells-liverpool-fc-fans.html This club can be better. Blaming the manager or any one particular player is simply wrong The story by TB is the first time they have turned on Roy so yes its abit of a "revelation" Might get even worse today against Bolton I would take a point right now, its that bad.

Re: More Football Chat : Sat Jan 01, 2011 9:50 am  

I'm way too suggestible when I've had a few drinks, accepted a freebie for Anfield this afternoon - though it could be amusing if the natives decide to revolt.

Re: More Football Chat : Sat Jan 01, 2011 10:46 am  

Wire_85 wrote: Ever tried looking? http://www.clickliverpool.com/sport/liverpool-fc/1211526-dont-blame-roy-hodgson-for-difficult-period,-john-henry-tells-liverpool-fc-fans.html The story by TB is the first time they have turned on Roy so yes its abit of a "revelation" Might get even worse today against Bolton I would take a point right now, its that bad. I'm actually amazed at what comes out of Hodgson's mouth. Is he intent on getting the supporters to turn on him. The ironic thing is that your fans are renowned for being behind your managers more than most.

Wire_85 wrote: Ever tried looking? http://www.clickliverpool.com/sport/liverpool-fc/1211526-dont-blame-roy-hodgson-for-difficult-period,-john-henry-tells-liverpool-fc-fans.html The story by TB is the first time they have turned on Roy so yes its abit of a "revelation" Might get even worse today against Bolton I would take a point right now, its that bad. I'm actually amazed at what comes out of Hodgson's mouth. Is he intent on getting the supporters to turn on him. The ironic thing is that your fans are renowned for being behind your managers more than most.