BlueLion.

Completely agree. Their goals were both very unfortunate from our point of view, especially with that bounce when Ash tried to control the ball for their first. But I thought our first goal was beautifully crafted by Mikel and finished beautifully by Kalou. I think scoring twice in the last two minutes will give the players a bit of a boost really. Deserved to get something out of the match based on the number of chances we had.

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Where have all the Carlo bashers gone?

Let's be fair, Federici has made four superb saves, and Reading have made some brilliant blocks, such as Bertrand's from Deco's effort and Davis' clearance off the line from Anelka's effort. Nothing to worry about; we're creating chances which is the most important thing. Would be nice to have put one or two away, especially considering the set piece chances we've had. Reading have had, what, 4 shots at most? Two have gone in - it's just one of those games. People expecting an easy match won't be so sure of themselves now; Reading have been in pre-season training three weeks longer than us.

Oi, people, let's not get personal here. Attack the reasoning, not the poster. Any offensive remarks will be deleted, and the offenders will be warned. I've had enough of people bitching, especially in this topic.

Give the man a chance, for fucks sake. ITS PRE SEASON. RESULTS DO NOT MATTER.

Fucking hell people; be realistic! It's pre-season, this is a good test of character for the boys and Carlo will be able to see how good their reaction to such a deficit is.

Why, because we're trailing in a pre season game at half time? Be serious, ffs.

We've not been shockingly bad, besides the first 15 minutes were good. No cohesion at all in the midfield though, Deco and Mikel have been absolutely awful if I'm honest; they've lost the ball countless times. Defence looks a bit shaky and the front two are not working well together. Carlo really needs to bring on some wide players because this is not working.

Wow. Didn't expect that. 2-0 to Reading at half-time.

Have that for a line-up, Reading! If we get a penalty, let Cech have it

Have a look on www.myp2p.eu, there are bound to be links on there.

I agree, he always performs reasonably well and is happy being a squad player.

I'd certainly be interested in airing some views The email link sounds like a very good idea.

whinni09, there will be internet streams, but I'm not sure what channels will be hosting it, besides Chelsea TV.

If Sneijder ends up going to somewhere like Liverpool as a result of this - a 25 YEAR OLD - I'll be absolutely gutted.

I'd like him to stay and prove me wrong, but I think his legs have seen better days. If we'd have bought him six seasons ago when Mourinho first came in, we'd have had the best midfield in the world. I'd love him to stay and bang in up to 10 goals from midfield, which he is more than capable of, but I don't think we need him, or another midfielder, for that matter.

Exactly, you go to matches when you can. A lot of people have other commitments, a lot of people don't have the money to pay for the trip, and a lot of people can't be bothered to go to watch a pre-season friendly. So don't you dare come on here, "TheRev," and criticise our support.

Completely agree, the white away kit on 06/07 was fantastic - especially since we wore it in that game against Everton which we won 3-2 =D

As much as I love Alex, I think Ancelotti prefers Ivanovic to both he and Carvalho, afterall he did try to sign him at Milan. If they offered in the region of £15 million I think we should accept it. He's a brilliant player but I think we have enough cover at CB - Terry, Ivanovic, Carvalho and Mancienne is adequate to say the least!

I can't wait to see Madrid fail next season. I'm not just saying it, I really do think they will falter. As soon as they get beaten, which they will, eventually, all the egos will come out and their "team" ethic will just disappear, and they'll become 11 players instead of a team.

Shouldn't have done so many lines, should he? Pillock.

Really sad news, I had only heard stories about him from my dad. Was a very, very passionate fan according to my Dad. RIP.

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