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I too have been dubbed ‘The Loser Of The Month‘ for the month of Aug.

Chelsea After Mourinho

Late last week, when Jose Mourinho got sacked (or left on mutual consent), I was quite surprised but I somehow saw it coming since the clashes during the off-season. I heard from BBC that Abramovich will pick the team and Avram Grant to try to come up a tactic to suit the team. Unless the Russian plays Football Manager, he must be with the team almost 24/7 to be sure that his selection is justified.

This morning, I heard from radio DJ’s that the reason Mourinho left was because Terry complained to the board when the Portuguese manager asked the team doctors about the defender’s poor performances. The skipper told that Mourinho has lost the backing of his players.

Personally, I think this is wrong because no player should be above the manager when it comes to planning for the team’s next match. I know that Terry is a competitive player on the field but he should not be selfish. Think Gattuso of AC Milan.

I am neutral when it comes to the Portuguese. I would like to be coached under him if I were to be a footballer besides Rafael Benitez, Sam Allardyce, Harry Redknapp, Jürgen Klinsmann and Joachim Low.

Other source here.

With Chelsea losing 2-0 to Manchester United after the harsh sending-off of John Obi Mikel, I do not think Grant will be at the helm for long.

Follow Up on C. Ronaldo

I just finished watching the Champs’ League match between Sporting and Manchester before my breakfast for the start of today’s fast. It’s 0534hrs btw.

Ronaldo scored against his old club and it was an emotional time for him the moment he headed the only goal of the game. He had a muted celebration.

I mean, I am neutral towards this guy but I do admire his football abilities. That is why I do not like the English tabloids to really squeeze every controversy and blow it out of proportion with his stories. Well, not just him, all the players. Ranging from Beckham to Seaman.

I would like to ask the English sports writers this. What have you achieved in writing those far from truth stories? Are you not talented in football, that is why you take it out on these players whenever they encounter controversy? And what if people call you guys the ‘butt-sniffers’? Would you like it?

So, tabloids which invade people’s privacy (sportsmen, celebrities etc) are losers.

Romantic Countries…

HOLLAND – Hope Our Love Lasts And Never Dies

ITALY  – I Trust And Love You

LIBYA – Love is beautiful; You Also

FRANCE – Friendships Remain And Never Can End

CHINA – Come Here… I Need Affection

BURMA – Between Us, Remember Me Always

NEPAL – Never Ever Part As Lovers

INDIA – I Nearly Died In Adoration

KENYA – Keep Everything Nice. Yet Arousing

EGYPT – Everything’s Great, You Pretty Thing

MANILA – May All Nights Inspire Love Always

THAILAND – Totally Happy. Always In Love And Never Dull

Women’s World Cup 2007

On Monday, I just realised that the Women’s World Cup is currently being played in China.

I am really rooting for the German teams ranging from the men’s to the ladies’. I do not know why.

Which is your favourite nation to win the Women’s World Cup?

Not Watching the Rugby World Cup?

Rugby World Cup has already kick-started with Argentina beating France. Maybe I will be catching New Zealand against Italy later this evening.

You can watch them performing the Haka

I am neutral watching rugby because I am open to any sports.

EURO 2008 Qualifiers Predictions for 08/09/07

• England vs Israel (Grp E)

I think it will be a 0-0 draw as the visitors will not want to give any space for English midfielders and strikers.

• Wales vs Germany (Grp D)

I am hoping for a German win with a scoreline of 0-2. I am a German fan.

• Iceland vs Spain (Grp F)

Spain always fail to deliver when it matters but I think it is going to be a 1-2 victory for the visitors.

• Serbia vs Finland (Grp A)

Serbia is a rising team but Finland are no pushovers too. So, 1-1 is what I think suits best.

• Sweden vs Denmark (Grp F)

This is going to be a slow game but I think it will end 0-0 as they cannot break each other’s defence because they lack creativity.

• Italy vs France (Grp B)

This big game, I cannot pick the winner because I am confused myself! Maybe a 2-2 draw is enough for both perhaps?

• Portugal vs Poland (Grp A)

Portugal’s defence has been wobbly for the past few matches. I am thinking of a 1-2 upset for the visitors.

Have fun watching the games! Do not trust these prediction if you are going to bet. I will not be responsible for any financial losses.

Goalkeepers: For Manchester United

With van der Sar now not at his peak for United, I would like to suggest some other old goalkeepers so that the goal will not be breached and the defence tight.

van der Sar, experienced but getting eccentric nowadays

If I were to take care of Manchester United, I would first look at these goalkeepers:

Frank Rost, very passionate German like Oliver Kahn and Peter Schmeichel

Kameni, promising young goalkeeper

Just a thought. Hope Ferguson gets the right replacement for the Dutch so that he is on par with the likes of Cech and Reina.

Off-the-Field Antics (Don’t Make A Big Fuss of it)

So, we all heard what Cristiano Ronaldo did after United’s win over Spurs. But do not blame the guy just yet.

When my other football rivals/mates were disgusted by his actions, I just shrugged it off. Why? Hey! He is a filthy rich guy and let him do whatever he wants. Tabloids back in UK would have probably not know a thing if not for the loose-mouthed loose women.

Shoot me but if I were to be the Portuguese winger, I would have done the same but not with those ladies. Maybe with some random ones when I go clubbing or drinking. Like how Oliver Kahn met THAT bartender.

This is what I have to say. He is a role model on the pitch but we should not intrude into his private life. It is not for us to know.

What would you do if you are a filthy rich sports professional?