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he literally went from hero-to-zero! He's not an unreliable as is being said. He's a very solid defender (not midfielder) than people give him credit for. Of course he's made a couple of school boy errors in games he's played, but he hasn't even played that many games yet. Bloody hell peopple, get a grip!

Agreed. But that's no disrespect to Ronaldo either. Because he is truly world-class. He & Messi are in their own league, where of course Messi comes out on top.

Is it me, or is everyone over exaggerating this so called "recklessness" of his? Yeah he's made some mistakes, but in his last game he was excellent. There was only 1 challenge where inexperience showed. That tackle which he did get booked for, was a challenge any defender would make. Had he let that player run through, he would've been through on goal! Ivanovic, Terry or Alex would've done the same thing afaik.

I really want him to explain what happened.. Why they told Carlo not to play him. I'm sure he knows something! Also, something interesting to note, he's gone on loan. Perhaps AVB will take notice this season and recall him? /wishful thinking. Edit: Just read he's on loan from Parma to Roma. Fail.

Haha nice one mate, really got me thinking! Looking forward to weekly ones now xD

Speculative. Just because he doesn't play as well with the Argentines doesn't mean Xavi & Iniesta make him who he is. He still shines when they don't play with him at Barca. Of course they are a factor, but he's still very, very good individually. In the end.. All they provide is a very accurate pass. But what Messi does is.. Extraordinary.

Messi is better than either of them.

The best player of this generation, by far! For me, he's already up there with Maradona, Pele, Cruyff & Best Ronaldo too.

Drunken mistake. Apologies.

..awkward

Agreed

Tbf.. In this game, there wasn't much to do. He made 2 actual saves. Defence was good and Celtic lacked any attacking movement.

Great player to have. Total b/s though.

Tbh, what would happen (if those 3 made up the midfield) is something like.. Miereles - Ramires ------Lampard

Yeah, it's not like he's exactly disrespected anyone.. It's just own opinion.

Good post, but there's no way Lampard has the defensive capabilities or positional discipline to play as a holding player

LOL. He's not facing "the boot". At most they'll fine him..

I don't think that's true. Like I said, it's because Vidic does a lot more positive than negative which is why it seems that way. However I've seen many times on MOTD & SS, his negatives being scrutinized. Especially with that handball last season v. Arsenal or whoever it was. The only reason David Luiz's mistakes are more noted on is, because he's knew. If Phil Jones made similar ones, they wouldn't go unnoticed either. For many, the first impression of David Luiz (for most media) was his - lucky - missed red card, which then punished United further with that goal.

So THAT'S what Torres is doing wrong! He forgot his bat!

You've really downplayed Vidic's abilities there. Most centre halves are quite dirty, even JT isn't innocent. The only reason David Luiz's errors are highlighted more is because he doesn't play that often, so it doesn't give many people a chance to see more positives. That will change as the season goes along. Vidic is one of the best defenders in the league imo.

http://chelseaheadache.wordpress.com/2011/09/15/essien-biting-the-dust/

Good work mate!

loved that digg!

He & Athletico are playing tonight in the Europa League vs Celtic. Should be a cracking game.. Leti have a very good squad with Courtois, Falcao & Arda joining them. Game will be on ESPN (for UK members)

Chelsea avoid legal wrangles by choosing Juan Mata over Javier Pastore http://www.guardian....-javier-pastore Considering we pay the most in agent fees, this is a positive step in our change in direction. In terms of negotiations.