The bit that really confuses me is the theatricality. Nerve agents, poisoned umbrellas, polonium... these KGB types are just wannabe Bond villains, aren't they?
Why not simply shoot the **** through the head?
As I say, because anyone can do that. This way, the correct individuals ensure they get the credit, the mark is added to their scorecard.
"Plenty of strikers can score goals," he said, gesturing to the famous old stands casting shadows around us.
"But a lot have found it difficult wearing the number 9 shirt for The Arsenal."