The English Football Thread

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7 hours ago, lucio said:

Frauded his way past Ajax after being completely outplayed by dutch teenagers for 3/4 of the tie then proceeded to do absolutely nothing in the final 

ajax Liverpool would have been a much more competitive final than watching poch piss himself 

Sure, but I did not rate his roster… sun and Kane and the rest was average at best.

they had not business being in the cl final.

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Edited February 8, 2024 by cosmicway

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Blue cards to be tested for professional football.

 

 

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Chelsea's AWFUL Season so far .EXE

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City scored from first shot on target. 71st minute.

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City are such a bullshit club. 

Can they just ban these cheating cunts already? No one in football actually cares about them. 

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Fofana has been everywhere.

 

He's raw, but there is something there.

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Man City could be forced to sell Girona if both teams qualify for Champions League

It's been a fairytale season for the Spanish club but they may have the European dreams crushed.

https://www.givemesport.com/man-city-forced-to-sell-girona-both-teams-qualify-champions-league/

• Manchester City's ownership of Girona may jeopardize the Spanish club's chances of playing in the Champions League if City does not sell their stake.
•  UEFA rules require teams with the same ownership group to remain separate entities if they're competing in the same competition, but Girona's relationship with City contradicts this.
•  Girona have had an exceptional season in 2023/24, and are currently second in La Liga. There is a very high chance that they qualify for Europe's most prestigious competition.

In a unique turn of events, Manchester City may cause one team to be disqualified from the 2024/2025 Champions League if the European Champions do not sell their current stake in Girona, according to a report from The i.

Last season's treble winners have been in imperious form again and are beginning to turn the screw in their quest to win a record fourth straight Premier League title. However, this could have serious implications for their sister club, Girona. The Spanish side are having a remarkable campaign and find themselves inside the Champions League spots in La Liga.

The Catalan club is one of 13 teams that is owned by The City Group (CFG), with the collective having a 47% majority stake in the team. It appears as though their dreams of playing among Europe's elite may not be guaranteed, with all hopes potentially resting on whether the English side relinquish their control of the Blanquivermells in order to comply with UEFA's rules and regulations.

UEFA's regulations regarding two teams from the same ownership group mean that any teams that have the same ownership group must provide evidence that they remain separate entities that do not take advantage of the others' resources. This contradicts what was said about CFG's purchasing of Girona in 2017, where it was stated the Spanish side would 'benefit from City Football Group’s extensive networks in infrastructure, coaching, recruitment, youth development and executive leadership, in addition to its global media, marketing and commercial capabilities.'

The UEFA Club Financial Control Body is closely monitoring the situation and is set to evaluate the interconnections between the clubs in June, assuming a conflict arises. Unless modifications are made, only the team finishing highest in their respective league will gain entry into Europe's premier competition. In the event of equal league positions, the team playing in the country ranked highest on UEFA's "access list" will qualify, favoring Manchester City due to England's top status.

The rules do state that no changes are necessary so long as the clubs are not competing in the same European competition. With both teams firmly in their respective title races, the chances of that happening are getting slimmer by the week.

Having been promoted to the top flight just 18 months ago, Girona have been a fairytale story come to life this season. Having finished mid-table last campaign, they currently sit second in La Liga, just two points off leaders Real Madrid. They are six points clear of Catalan rivals Barcelona and 11 points ahead of Athletic Bilbao in fifth.

Familiar names such as Daley Blind and Paulo Gazzaniga have been some of the top performers for the club this season. Another star that has also emerged is Brazilian teenager Savio. The attacker has managed five goals and seven assists in the league so far whilst on loan from another CFG outfit, Troyes.

It is being reported that the 19-year-old has agreed to make a move to Manchester City in the summer, which has continued to raise eyebrows over the legitimacy of the transactions between CFG clubs.

 

 

Edited February 11, 2024 by Vesper

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HALF TIME SCORE [WEST HAM 0 - 4 ARSENAL]

https://www.flashscore.com/match/YuwyYDMA/#/match-summary/match-summary

 

Edited February 11, 2024 by KEVINAA

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1 hour ago, KEVINAA said:

HALF TIME SCORE [WEST HAM 0 - 4 ARSENAL]

https://www.flashscore.com/match/YuwyYDMA/#/match-summary/match-summary

 

Full Time score [Arsenal wins 6 - 0 against West Ham]

Edited February 11, 2024 by KEVINAA

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Chelsea are Pathetic. Video by vizeh

 

 

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David Moyes to walk away from West Ham in the summer

https://www.caughtoffside.com/2024/02/11/david-moyes-to-walk-away-from-west-ham-in-the-summer/

David Moyes may potentially leave London Stadium at the end of the season, as there are no indications of the manager signing a new deal with West Ham, according to The Telegraph.

The newspaper reported on February 11th that Moyes “keeps his own counsel,” indicating that the possibility of him walking away from his position at the end of his current contract is not out of the question.

Despite his recent successes with the Hammers, Moyes reportedly feels underappreciated by some fans due to growing concerns over his team’s style of football.

There is indeed significant speculation surrounding Moyes’ potential extension at the London Stadium, particularly given the criticism he has faced despite West Ham sitting in eighth place in the Premier League and being contenders for success in the Europa League.

Although there are some fans’ dissatisfaction with the style of football under Moyes, it would seem prudent to secure him with a new contract, especially considering the challenging years West Ham has endured prior to his arrival.

Comparing the situation to Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City, where complaints about style are also present due to its repetitiveness, despite their dominance, highlights the complex relationship between playing style and results. While West Ham’s approach may differ, it has proven effective nonetheless.

 

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Gallagher made it into Alan Shearer TEAM OF THE WEEK.

Edited February 13, 2024 by KEVINAA

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Why is Man City’s FFP case taking so long to solve?

 

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• Trent Alexander-Arnold is set to be out again for a few weeks after he was rushed back by Liverpool and aggravated his current injury. He will miss the Carabao Cup final vs Chelsea as a result.

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Liverpool 1 up

I notice Klopp is very tactile with every one of his players - arm round them, grabbing their faces, patting them on the back, pushing them onto the pitch -not so subtle tactic that gets the best out of em

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Jota, Jones, Nunez all injured in today's game. Jota will definitely be out. Looks potentially serious. Feeling more optimistic. They also have a game in the week.

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Jota Jones and Nunez injured in this game