me of Flashman, I think, describing British cavalry; essentially other countries' horse soldiers may be more studied, organised and disciplined but in a melee, the British are the best in the world.
me of Flashman, I think, describing British cavalry; essentially other countries' horse soldiers may be more studied, organised and disciplined but in a melee, the British are the best in the world.
What's this about him telling his team not to tackle? Don't they like it up 'em etc?Quote:
Originally Posted by redgunamo
Pluck, you see. Guts. British spunk, if you will.Quote:
Originally Posted by redgunamo
Spúnk, in case it's censored.
He said they don't train it, which was probably a wise thing to say, under the circumstances. Anyway, it's probably not necessary if you're in charge at Barcelona; the officials do most of the ball-winning for you there, I think.Quote:
Originally Posted by Ash
Remember Ronaldo saying that he preferred Spanish football because even the smaller teams tried to get the ball down and actually play football. Which I suppose is terrific if you happen to play for Real Madrid :homer:
I think that's practically word for word how Wenger also described the phenomenon.Quote:
Originally Posted by Sir C
If we don't beat City this weekend we may as well just pack the whole thing in and accept our lot.
:nod: We'll have to try and win the European Cup instead.Quote:
Originally Posted by SWv2
Two teams of fanny-dancers and fairies, top players out; difficult to call, imo. Though I think our lot is what it is whether we beat them or not (top four).Quote:
Originally Posted by SWv2
I do want Guardiola to fail though.
I like Pep. There, I have said it.Quote:
Originally Posted by redgunamo
Oh, I like him too. Even moreso now he's in the Premier League. I just want him to fail. Specifically to fail to win the league playing "his" way.Quote:
Originally Posted by SWv2