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Actually you might be the guy to ask this question. What was Trevor Brooking like as a player and which midfielder of recent times did he most resemble? I've tried to ask around but haven't got an in depth answer yet. Would you go back quite as far as Bobby Moore and Hurst? Leeds is definitely a sad story. I love watching docos or reading stuff about the Don Revie Leeds sides of the 60s and 70s. Bremnar, Lorimer, Gray, Charlton. Would have been an awesome side to follow at the time. Very hard to believe. Liverpool never had trouble finding the right men for the job of manager, Paisley was from the Shankly school, Fagan and Dalglish from the Paisley school right up until Roy Evans was when that lineage ended and since then we've really been in the wilderness. Not to mention other clubs have become stronger (some with mass wealth). Dynasties do come to an end eventually. Can't see City losing it to be honest, there's just too much quality in that squad. Unless more injuries like De Bruyne happen! Spurs can definitely challenge despite any big signings. Chelsea could be anything.

Gee it’s great in theory but I need Collingwood out of the finals as quickly as possible.

Nice! Plenty of respect there, always had a soft spot for the Hammers. Loved the Redknapp era and enjoyed the Alan Pardew team with Benayoun, Mullins, Gabbidon that made the FA Cup final. As you say though it is very hard to follow a club in that position. The only real hope is a dream run in a cup tournament. Definitely wouldn’t rule out a super Euro league. If it means money of course it will get looked at.

He’s god’s gift to the dictionary

Seems they are putting a few eggs into the Terence Williams basket. Also get a feeling they desperately want Tavon Austin to be their surprise packet Swiss Army knife. I don’t care much for preseason either apart from getting necessary reps. It’s funny because a girl I work with is a Texans fan and she was telling me yesterday how annoyed she was when they missed an extra point to tie and go to overtime last week. I’d rather the 1 point loss anyway in preseason.

Well that was unexpected. Leicester pressed up and really took it to them, probably ended up the better side on the day. But you gotta grind those ones out and Liverpool did. Who’s your EPL team Macca?

I found it really easy to show Oscar some respect after training today when up close to all 196cm of him.

Liverpool supposedly in the group of death. It’s a tough group no doubt, PSG and Ancelotti’s Napoli. Meanwhile 1-0 over Leicester currently

Big fan of Michael Barlow but this isn’t for us. Hope he gets another chance though.

Nicely done. And speaking of which those $6 soft serves better have been good!

That’s crap. I also feel like one now after reading this.

I need to remember to read this thread a lot more. Some very tasty soccer picks there. Quick multi before hitting the hay.

We don't, that is true. Fair enough on Pedersen, I see your point.

Last year there may have been games where he could have played VFL, this year I don’t think so, getting more games into him has been a good thing for him. Interesting the comparison with Pedersen as they are in very different parts of their careers.

Gee wiz Tex would seriously be going close to fall from grace bonehead of the year.

I really need to hear a show sometime. I’ve heard snippets but haven’t heard how he handles callers.

Just heard Barlow interviewed then on Maclure’s show. Always had a soft spot for the guy, such a great story and just had relentless work rate. Would love to see him get another go at Carlton or something but it looks unlikely.

I haven't been as sad about a retirement for a long time.

Excellent season from Oscar. Feel like he got a bit better and more confident each week. Crucial piece.

And how!

Good list there. I'm gonna say Nibbler for 2018!

Surely the middle tier counts. Everyone has stars, everyone has youngsters but that middle group has to be what wins it.

I hate how we have to think about proposed rule changes when factoring recruits now.

Anything in particular?

If he doesn’t mind being a backup then definitely.