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The Bootroom: Premier League Kickoff Weekend!

Posted by spectator on August 15th, 2009 @ 7:00 am | 476 comments

Boots!

Are we really about to start another season of the Premier League?? (Suck it, Barclays!)

Sure enough, we are!

Just think, this morning every single team has a mathematical chance at winning the title. All, except for Burnley. They’ve already been relegated.

By now, you’ve surely read all of our in-depth team previews. You’ve also read our predictions for the upcoming season. Not much left to do but grab the remote, or make your way to your favorite bar, or turn on your computer, and bliss out to the greatest sport in the world.

Oh, and the Premier League isn’t even the only action this weekend. There’s also a big SPL match, and the managerless Canaries visit Exeter. The usual assortment of TV fixtures and all of your comments after the hop.

(All times EST)

Saturday:
7:45 Chelsea v. Hull City (ESPN2 – it’s true!!)
7:45 Aberdeen v. Celtic (ü75’s house)
9:30 Bayern Munich v. Werder Bremen
10:00 Aston Villa v. Wigan (FSC)
10:00 Blackburn v. Man City (Setanta)
10:00 Exeter City v. Norwich City (Ned’s house)
12:15 Newcastle v. Reading (Setanta)
12:30 Everton v. Arsenal (FSC)
2:55 Toulouse v. St Etienne (Setanta)
9:00 Real Salt Lake v. Houston Dynamo (FSC)

Sunday:
8:25 Man U v. Birmingham (Setanta)
10:55 Nice vs Rennes (Setanta)
11:00 Spurs v. Liverpool (FSC)
12:55 Spartak Moscow vs FC Moscow (Setanta)
2:55 Marseille vs Lille (Setanta)

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Comments

On August 15, 2009 @ 07:17 Nathaniel says:

I’m up. Don’t believe the ESPN2 thing yet. Guess I’ll find out in 14 minutes.

Someone let me know about a stream for the Blackburn/Manchester Arabia game…
On August 15, 2009 @ 07:19 Nathaniel says:

You should all check out Kickette today to see your good friend and mine, Sergio Ramos, wearing a pair of GREEN jeans.

http://www.kickette.com/index.php?/site/comments/sergio_ramos_mr._green_jeans/
On August 15, 2009 @ 07:25 Nathaniel says:

This turkey hunting thing on ESPN2 is the worst thing in America. The guy just blasted a turkey with a shotgun from about 20 feet away. Where’s the sport in that?
On August 15, 2009 @ 07:31 Nathaniel says:

It’s true! Adrian Healey is in a closet with 2 complete unknown-to-Americans, Paul Mariner & Shaka Hislop (of Century 21 blazer fame).
On August 15, 2009 @ 07:32 ü75 says:

There it is. Shaka!
On August 15, 2009 @ 07:34 ü75 says:

7:45 Aberdeen v. Celtic (ü75’s house)
And my house alone.
On August 15, 2009 @ 07:41 Nathaniel says:

And in HD, it would seem. Un-fucking-believable.
On August 15, 2009 @ 07:41 ü75 says:

Pittodrie. I’ve got goose bumps. Let’s get this season going!
On August 15, 2009 @ 07:42 The NY Kid says:

Cech’s kit is even scarier in HD.
On August 15, 2009 @ 07:42 Lingering Bursitis says:

Efan Ekoku in the commentary box? Did I hear that correctly?
On August 15, 2009 @ 07:43 Lingering Bursitis says:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Efan_Ekoku
On August 15, 2009 @ 07:44 drew.catt says:

My Premier League in HD?!

*sheds tear*
On August 15, 2009 @ 07:45 The NY Kid says:

and ESPN already bottling it by continually looping their damn music over the Stamford Bridge crowd noise.

Amateurs.
On August 15, 2009 @ 07:45 Lingering Bursitis says:

Again with Mikel at the back of the diamond and Essien split wide right… that gives Hull something to attack, at least. Hunt and Mendy on the wings? I like Mendy’s workrate.
On August 15, 2009 @ 07:45 Highbury Library says:

Hey-0, what’s up bitches? The main question of the day: how orange is Phil Brown?
On August 15, 2009 @ 07:46 ü75 says:

Wonder if Dead Bigus’ brother has any stories about him?
On August 15, 2009 @ 07:47 ü75 says:

My game’s started. Your EPL is teh suxxors.
On August 15, 2009 @ 07:47 The NY Kid says:

where is Geovanni? My fantasy season is already ruined!
On August 15, 2009 @ 07:47 Lingering Bursitis says:

I remember Ekoku from Wimbledon. They were the prototypical ugly team before Big Sam imprinted his ghastly style upon several EPL teams.
On August 15, 2009 @ 07:47 The Fan's Attic says:

H-MOTHERFUCKING-D.

4:45….jesus. early.
On August 15, 2009 @ 07:48 The NY Kid says:

seriously, Cech’s kit was stolen from the set of Tron2.
On August 15, 2009 @ 07:48 Lingering Bursitis says:

I like that your name rhymes, Highbury Library. I find it misleading though, as Arsenal fans can’t read.
On August 15, 2009 @ 07:48 Nathaniel says:

Phil Brown is actually less orange in HD.
On August 15, 2009 @ 07:48 The NY Kid says:

Joe Cole is an Arsenal fan? How odd.
On August 15, 2009 @ 07:48 Lingering Bursitis says:

Interesting that ESPN is showing EVERYTHING… all the pre-game handshaking, etc…. FSC just cuts right into the kick-offs
On August 15, 2009 @ 07:49 ü75 says:

TFA-it’s no earlier than the soccer you used to play on Saturdays.
On August 15, 2009 @ 07:50 ü75 says:

LB-ESPN will stop that soon enough. More time for ads. Anyone want to guess if they do a split screen today?
On August 15, 2009 @ 07:50 Lingering Bursitis says:

Fan’s Attic: FSC will be in HD by the end of the calendar year, right? So we’ll be doubly spoiled then.

WOW. And that’s why Hull signed Hunt.
On August 15, 2009 @ 07:50 Lingering Bursitis says:

Ha, fuck you Drogba
On August 15, 2009 @ 07:50 The NY Kid says:

Drogba is pants.
On August 15, 2009 @ 07:50 Nathaniel says:

I’m waiting for Hunter to start fracturing skulls again.

Drogba missing a sitter…
On August 15, 2009 @ 07:51 Lingering Bursitis says:

The Shinning, starring Didier “Scatman” Drogba
On August 15, 2009 @ 07:51 ü75 says:

Drogba fail.
On August 15, 2009 @ 07:51 Lingering Bursitis says:

I have to go to a funeral this morning. Good job I am hungover. That’ll help, right? Right?
On August 15, 2009 @ 07:51 ü75 says:

Steady defending from Aberdeen thus far. Celtic could have had two.
On August 15, 2009 @ 07:52 Lingering Bursitis says:

Sorry ESPN, Daniel Sturridge and Boro’s backup goalie do not constitute “big” signings.
On August 15, 2009 @ 07:52 Nathaniel says:

Lampard seems a little confused as to where he should be in the diamond.
On August 15, 2009 @ 07:52 Lingering Bursitis says:

Drogba leads the league in Shots Into Row ZZ
On August 15, 2009 @ 07:52 The Fan's Attic says:

Umlaut: True, but I could have slept in 15 minutes today if not for footie on TV. Besides, I still find it riduculously early.
On August 15, 2009 @ 07:53 Lingering Bursitis says:

Nathaniel:

I give the diamond a month before Ancelotti realizes it ain’t working. And no, it doesn’t give Lampard more room to move forward as he’s always tracking back!
On August 15, 2009 @ 07:54 Nathaniel says:

@LB – I am yelling (in a quiet voice since the wife is still sleeping) at the commentators. NO IT DOESN”T GIVE LAMPARD MORE ROOM TO MOVE FORWARD!
On August 15, 2009 @ 07:54 Nathaniel says:

Jon Obi Mikel Obi Jon – The Lurch of the EPL.
On August 15, 2009 @ 07:54 Lingering Bursitis says:

Hull are doing what an underdog needs to do away from home: compressing the final third of the pitch with their defensive and midfield bands spaced less than 10 yards apart. Trying to squeeze the Blues
On August 15, 2009 @ 07:55 ü75 says:

Funny, because I give the diamond a month before it is absolutely terrorizing the EPL and everyone’s trying to adopt it.
On August 15, 2009 @ 07:56 Lingering Bursitis says:

Is Alex hurt? Coming back soon?
On August 15, 2009 @ 07:56 Lingering Bursitis says:

Funny, u75. I feel like it works in a slower league but will be rough in the pacy EPL.
On August 15, 2009 @ 07:57 jjf3 says:

happy fucking new year, everyone!! and, my, how less orange Philip looks in HD? Or were the tanning sessions a tad expensive this off-season?
On August 15, 2009 @ 07:58 ü75 says:

Aberdeen are doing the same thing at home that LB described Hull doing on the road. I blame Dean Windass.
On August 15, 2009 @ 07:58 The Fan's Attic says:

Stephen Hunt is like a wild dog isn’t he?
On August 15, 2009 @ 07:58 Nathaniel says:

@jjf3 – There is a recession, you know…
On August 15, 2009 @ 07:58 Lingering Bursitis says:

Chelsea fans love delusion:
http://twitpic.com/dz3×8
On August 15, 2009 @ 07:59 Nathaniel says:

Boateng was close…
On August 15, 2009 @ 07:59 Lingering Bursitis says:

jjf3: how do you think they settled on the new color for Hull’s shirts? They were matching Pantone strips to Brown’s visage
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:00 ü75 says:

Phil Brown is less orange in the summer because he gets actual sunlight. Once September gets here, the spraying begins anew.
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:00 Lingering Bursitis says:

Olofinjana was a good purchase. He has the workrate needed for this pursuit 5-man midfield
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:01 Nathaniel says:

@LB – I was just thinking about how Chelsea were the “Yankees of Football” a while back, but a lot of their players have actually stayed for quite awhile. FatFrank, JT, Ca$hley, Essien, etc.
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:02 jjf3 says:

I am watching EPL football on an ESPN channel in HD. Somebody stop the presses and and make sure I’m not dreaming this in a drunken stupor…
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:03 The NY Kid says:

Boateng is providing some great coverage with the ability to move forward and pressure as well.
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:03 Lingering Bursitis says:

@Nathaniel: same with the Yankees though. A-Rod, Jeter, Damon, Matsui…. I mean shit, why leave the place where all the money is?
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:03 Lingering Bursitis says:

@NYK: I always liked Boateng.
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:04 The NY Kid says:

@LB – how could you not? His name is Prince!
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:04 spectator says:

Holy shit! I wake up and there’s live football… on ESPN2!! It’s like Christmas!
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:05 Lingering Bursitis says:

Hunt unafraid to attack Bosingwa, and rightly so. Dude’s rubbish in defence.
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:05 Lingering Bursitis says:

@NYK: I love all Boatengs. George, Kevin-Prince… the other ones…
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:06 spectator says:

And Hull are threatening to score against Chelsea… will wonders never cease!
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:06 Nathaniel says:

I guess I meant that they’re not just cycling through big money players (like Real Madrid and Barca…kind of). It’s not like Roman is bringing in a high-priced “star” every time Spartak London doesn’t win a trophy.

It’s surprising.
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:06 Lingering Bursitis says:

Note to Bosingwa: when a winger is running at you, DON’T let them take the inside! Force them outside onto your stronger foot and tackle them there. Don’t merely backpedal and give them your weaker side to run at. Moron.
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:07 The NY Kid says:

Dammit! I have mixed up my Boatengs. This one is George.
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:07 Nathaniel says:

@LB:

* Charles Boateng (born 1989), Ghanaian footballer
* Derek Boateng (born 1983), Ghanaian footballer
* George Boateng (born 1975), Ghanaian-Dutch footballer
* Jérôme Boateng (born 1988), Ghanaian-German footballer
* Kevin-Prince Boateng (born 1987), Ghanaian-German footballer
* Kwabena Frimpong-Boateng, Ghanaian cardiothoracic surgeon
* Kwaku Boateng (born 1974), Canadian high jumper
* Nelson Boateng (born 1968), Ghanaian sprinter
* Ozwald Boateng (born c.1960), Ghanaian fashion designer
* Paul Boateng (born 1951), British Labour Party politician
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:07 The Fan's Attic says:

It’s not like Chelsea didn’t try to this summer. Ribery, Villa, Pato, Kun…
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:08 Lingering Bursitis says:

@Nathaniel: I guess you’re right. It’s cyclical, and could be caused by many things: genuine willingness to reduce debt, Roman’s losses in the market causing him to cut back…

… or the fact that they spend all their player money on buying out their managers’ contracts so they can spend big on bringing another one in.
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:08 Magnakai Haaskivi says:

I’m scared that Cech is going to derez me.
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:08 Lingering Bursitis says:

Thanks, Nathaniel!

Props to the parents who paired the name “Derek” with “Boateng”.
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:08 The NY Kid says:

that Kwabena Frimpong-Boateng is a genius, man.
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:09 The Fan's Attic says:

alright…off to play some footie. enjoy the game.
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:09 Nathaniel says:

My opinion:

A corn-rowed Drogba = an effective Drogba.

Bring back the braids!
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:13 phil says:

YES! Football is here again! Paying attention to my spouse was getting old. And I probably should type that when she’s sitting next to me on the couch.

/gets punched
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:15 ü75 says:

Crap. Aiden McGeady in the 29th. A lot of ball watching after Langfield stopped the initial shot. McGeady slipped in amongst five red shirts to put the ball in the net.

Still, it’s not Sigma Olomauc level yet.
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:15 Defoe's a Yiddo says:

ESPN 2 in HD. We have made it fellas. Footy in HD in The States
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:16 The NY Kid says:

STEPHEN HUNT!
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:16 Highbury Library says:

Holy shit.
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:17 spectator says:

Stephen Hunt lives!!
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:17 phil says:

GET IN! Horrid, horrid defense by Spartak. Loving it.
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:17 Nathaniel says:

Damn. Nice.
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:17 spectator says:

With an assist from Mikel’s knee
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:17 jjf3 says:

Steven Fucking Hunt!!!

Very thoughtful of his parents to give him a name that rhymes with cunt!
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:18 phil says:

Drogba is such a little bitch.
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:18 ü75 says:

TV’s been overtaken by Max and Ruby. Didn’t see the goal.
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:19 jjf3 says:

Oh, wait, I picked this as a nice 4-0 walkover, and Hull to finish 19th…

Damn the predictions, Spartak going down!!!! (for now)
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:21 spectator says:

Oh lord, that shot of Phil Brown with his telemarketer headset. Maybe it’s just because I’m giddy from the first day of the Prem, but the world is better with that silly, silly man.
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:21 jjf3 says:

Spec: yep, you’re just giddy
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:23 phil says:

Ooh, almost a disastrous ball from the Hull keeper!
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:24 ü75 says:

The dreaded first half non-injury sub. Stuart Duff off, Darren Mackie on. Desperate times already
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:26 Highbury Library says:

Fucking hell.
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:26 The NY Kid says:

Poor call lead to that free kick.
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:26 phil says:

Holy shit. What a shot. Really special.
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:26 Nathaniel says:

Ignore that stuff I said about Drogba.
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:26 Ellis Carver says:

Drogba!!

The Holy Babel (Yahoo version) is on the board!!!
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:27 The NY Kid says:

Roman Abramovich = Spencer Pratt in 16 years
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:27 ü75 says:

If this Fortune guy figures out how to pass for Celtic, they will be much more dangerous.

Fuck sticks. 2-0. McGeady.
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:28 Nathaniel says:

Not to harp on hair, but who the hell cuts JT’s hair? His kids?
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:29 ü75 says:

3-0. Thanks, McGhee, for taking a midfielder off for a forward.
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:29 phil says:

EBJT looks like he has mange.
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:29 The NY Kid says:

@u75 – dude, Marc-Antoine Fortune is a pimp.
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:30 Ellis Carver says:

Um, where is Anelka?
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:33 WhiteSpeedReceiver says:

Is it…safe?
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:33 ü75 says:

NYK-Yes, but he’s taken at least 3 shots while marked and from a poor angle, completely ignoring unmarked teammates. I understand the temptation is there for a new SPL player to go ahead and rack up the goals, but you are not doing yourself any good if you get benched while trying to do so.
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:33 phil says:

Um, where is Anelka?

Sulking
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:34 ü75 says:

SO, now that my game is effectively over, what do I watch now?
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:35 jjf3 says:

@umlaut: great, the Celtic fans will be smugly victorious, while still bitter about Strachan, when I go watch Rovers put a crimp in Citeh’s plans for glory…

O/U on Strachan comments: 5 during 2.5-3 hours
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:35 spectator says:

@bglendenning The Queen’s Celtic 3-0 up against Aberdeen at half-time. That’s the EuroDisney League over for another season, I suppose.
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:36 phil says:

That was pretty shitty. Lucky to get only a yellow.
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:36 The NY Kid says:

@jjf3 – I’m taking the over
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:37 jjf3 says:

@NYK: that would be the smart bet
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:38 phil says:

Another horrid clearance by the Hull keeper.
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:39 spectator says:

LOLZ… ESPN2 still showing hunting and farming commercials. Love it.

I’m out to get my car serviced, see ya’ll later. I expect there to be over 200 comments by the time I get back.
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:40 ü75 says:

Fire McGhee!
If I was Calderwood, I’d be absolutely giddy about how far the team has fallen in 3 months since I was forced to resign.
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:45 The NY Kid says:

Proactive v. Viagra. Advantage: FSC.
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:47 Ryan says:

Oh ESPN, you were doing so well. But at half-time, you should at least mention the game you are actually showing.
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:54 ü75 says:

Oh yay. Scott Brown in for Celtic.
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:54 phil says:

O/U on minutes before Ballack does something horrid that goes uncarded?
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:54 ü75 says:

Lucky Hull there.
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:55 sven says:

“They start this half on a level playing field”

What if they slanted the pitch in accordance with the scoreline?

,,,and, nice blown sitter there, Le Sulk.
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:56 Highbury Library says:

Le Sulk should have put that away.
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:56 Nathaniel says:

Were all the Hull players ducking that cross that came in?
On August 15, 2009 @ 08:57 ü75 says:

By the way, Norwich Ned is now on suicide watch. Norwich is rumored to be bringing in Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink as their new manager. Ned is inconsolable right now.
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:00 The NY Kid says:

Myhill’s clearances are atrocious!
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:02 Nathaniel says:

If only Bigus Dickus was here to witness this Hasselbaink heartbreak.
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:03 phil says:

@NYK: They really are. I’m shocked Chelsea haven’t made him pay for one of them.
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:04 ü75 says:

Comeback on! Sone Aluko with a thumping volley. 1-3
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:05 phil says:

No idea how Spartak hasn’t scored.
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:06 phil says:

LMAO at Anelka choosing to dive rather than shoot.
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:07 The NY Kid says:

I had no idea that Cech was one of triplets and therefore has a thinner skull than normal, which is why he still wears the headgear.
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:08 WhiteSpeedReceiver says:

Get up, Drogba.
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:09 ü75 says:

Ifil yellow card. Justified, I guess.
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:10 The NY Kid says:

@WSR – makes me sick to say it, but I actually don’t think Drogba was trying to draw the call there. I think he was just upset at himself for his poor touch.
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:11 jjf3 says:

Jimmy Floyd? WTF? A million drunken monkeys couldn’t come up with that choice…
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:12 WhiteSpeedReceiver says:

@NYK: Actually, I got that impression too after I typed it. It’s a disgusting feeling to say that.
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:15 Nathaniel says:

That was Hull’s one chance this half. Blew it.
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:16 Precious Roy says:

An Algerian? Fucking put in Jozy.
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:17 Highbury Library says:

Does anyone know where Geovanni is?
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:17 sven says:

Well done, Nicky. Next time, go in fully.
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:17 The NY Kid says:

obvious YC for Nick ~~Hornby~~ Barnby.
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:17 phil says:

I think it should be made legal to kick Ashley Cole.
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:18 WhiteSpeedReceiver says:

PR, I thought I heard he has work permit issues.
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:18 jjf3 says:

Sorry I took a break to take a shower at HT, but where did JFH-Norwich stuff come from?
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:18 The NY Kid says:

@PR – no Jozy today. work permit issues still
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:18 phil says:

Jozy not available, PR. Still sorting out work permit issues.
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:18 Green Eggs and Fulham says:

@PR: I thought Jozy wasn’t at the game, still trying to clear up work permit issues?
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:18 ü75 says:

New Zealand’s brightest light, Chris Killen, in for Celtic.
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:19 jjf3 says:

Jozy hasn’t had his work permit go through yet, so he’s unavailable today
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:19 The NY Kid says:

Jozy work permit issues TRIFECTA!
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:20 ü75 says:

Hey, PR-Oh, you know already.

jjf3–Ned told us in the email thread. He is severely bothered by the news. Lord knows where he got it, but he certainly has Norwich sources.
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:20 sven says:

Is Ryan Babel playing for Hull? Why do these guys insist on dribbling in circles until they lose possession?
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:20 phil says:

Bullshit. Fuck you, Drogba.
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:20 Highbury Library says:

I’m not sure if anyone has mentioned this yet but Jozy has work permit issues and is in the U.S.
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:21 WhiteSpeedReceiver says:

5 work permit comments. YAHTZEE!
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:22 jjf3 says:

thanks, umlaut! got his tweet referencing it, but couldn’t find anything else referencing that combo…
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:23 ü75 says:

Zander Diamond may be very hurt for Aberdeen. He’s getting boarded off and subbed.
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:23 ü75 says:

Yeah, who knows where Ned gets his stuff?
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:24 jjf3 says:

Zander going down would be very not good for the Dons
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:25 The NY Kid says:

the Daily Mail is saying that Norwich are going with Boothroyd
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:26 jjf3 says:

saw that in my search, NYK. Probably not an inspired choice…Geovanni!! Who knew he and Phil still talk?
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:27 Highbury Library says:

A Geovanni sighting. My fantasy squad could use a goal from him.
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:27 sven says:

I think they can narrow Stamford Bridge’s pitch to about 60 yards across… Not too much width with Ancelotti’s diamond, is there?
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:28 WhiteSpeedReceiver says:

Boothroyd? Somebody should probably take Norwich Ned’s scarf.
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:29 ü75 says:

He would not be happy with Boothroyd either (though I would be).
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:30 jjf3 says:

Off to the bar, fine gents. I’m going to try and pull a Kevin here:

spartak 2-1 on a Fat Frank 30 yarder in the 88th

Up the Rovers!
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:31 ü75 says:

For not getting touched, this Celtic fucker sure is milking it.
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:33 phil says:

Tweety, Tweety, Tweety
She cannot fucking sing
And when she’s shagging Ashley Cole
She dreams of Ledley King
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:33 ü75 says:

Of course, now he’s going to the locker room. Not sure how that happened exactly. The slide tackle was really an ole.
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:34 Ryan says:

City XI v. Blackburn
1. Shay Given
2. Micah Richards 22. Richard Dunne 28. Kolo Toure 3. Wayne Bridge
8. Shaun Wright-Phillips 7. Stephen Ireland 18. Gareth Barry
10. De Souza Robinho 25. Emmanuel Adebayor 39. Craig Bellamy

No idea what it will look like on the field.
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:35 Nathaniel says:

Shevchenko on the bench wearing sunglasses from 1988.
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:36 Nathaniel says:

Like I commented earlier, if anyone finds of feed of the ManArabia game, let me know.
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:36 WhiteSpeedReceiver says:

Well done, Tevez. You’re going to get plenty of PT at Arabia, aren’t you?
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:36 Nathaniel says:

*finds a feed.

/retard
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:37 ü75 says:

Full time in Aberdeen. 1-3. Better effort in 2nd half but really lacking in the first. Hopefully, the next game is better.
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:37 ebullientfatalist says:

Good morning all and welcome to the new Prem season.

Sitting here watching Chelsea-Hull on tWWL2. Unbefuckinglievable.
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:38 Ryan says:

Here’s a list of all of them, about 6 sopcasts plus the standard atdhe.

http://www.mancityfans.net/mcfnet/viewtopic.php?f=119&t=26162
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:39 Nathaniel says:

6 freakin’ minutes?
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:39 phil says:

What a challenge from Turner! Ballsy.
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:39 Nathaniel says:

Thanks Ryan.
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:39 Highbury Library says:

6 minutes of stoppage time? Wow.
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:40 ebullientfatalist says:

Fucking Drogba.
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:40 ü75 says:

Holy fuck. What a finish.
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:40 Highbury Library says:

FUCK.
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:40 sven says:

Six minutes of injury time?

I thought only a Sith lord like SAF could conjur up a number like that.

And of course, the inevitable Chelsea winner. Damn.
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:40 The NY Kid says:

fucking Drogba
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:41 ebullientfatalist says:

@NY Kid – I’m glad we’re on the same wavelength so early in the season.
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:41 Green Eggs and Fulham says:

Wow. Looks like Hull aren’t living lucky so far this season…
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:42 ü75 says:

19th place, here they come.
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:45 ebullientfatalist says:

Well, this was a nice first showing for the Prem on ESPN. Good on them. Now, let’s see how long it lasts.
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:46 Ryan says:

Blackburn: Robinson, Jacobsen, Samba, Givet, Warnock, Diouf, Andrews, Nzonzi, Pedersen, Roberts, McCarthy.

Come on City!
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:49 WhiteSpeedReceiver says:

Thank God the mutt needed to go outside and I missed that goal. Fucking Drogba.
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:50 ebullientfatalist says:

Looking forward to watching Delph play for Villa. He’s been phenomenal for me in FM.
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:51 ebullientfatalist says:

WSR: No need to refer to your partner as a “mutt.”

But yes, for the sake of reiteration, Fucking Drogba.
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:54 WhiteSpeedReceiver says:

Funny stuff, EF. I prefer the mutt to the Receiveress some days, even if I do need to work on her conditioning. She had no problem holding it for the full 90, but didn’t quite make it through stoppage time.
On August 15, 2009 @ 09:54 sven says:

mmmm *looking over the menu*

think I’ll take the Villa game, please.
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:02 Norfolk Ned says:

Seat belt is on, life jacket under seat, mouth guard in, No manager, same team. Rumors of Jimmy Floyd are making y blood boil.
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:04 The NY Kid says:

and its Ade already
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:05 sven says:

Well, City wastes no time.
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:06 Ryan says:

Adebayor! 1-0 City!
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:06 Norfolk Ned says:

I picked 2-2 for that game. Camon Big Sam.
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:09 Highbury Library says:

Darren Bent 1-0.
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:11 Norfolk Ned says:

Sunderland 1 up.
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:12 sven says:

Bent? Get in — a last minute choice for my fantasy team.

Interestingly, Petrov has recovered from his shoulder injury to start. Kudos to him, way to lead by example, new captain.
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:12 sven says:

and Malbranque with the assist! Another Clash City player…. get in!
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:13 Precious Roy says:

Glad you’re fucking trying now, Ade.
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:13 Highbury Library says:

@sven

Header off set piece. Last minute fantasy choice for me, too.
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:14 phil says:

I refuse to believe that Bent scored a header. I was unaware the fellow could even leave the ground.
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:16 Norfolk Ned says:

Sheesh. We just had a shot cleared off the line.
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:16 phil says:

Nice to see that being whistled offside does not deter Bellamy from shooting. Classy.
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:16 Green Eggs and Fulham says:

The definition of Fulhamish there: Dempsey takes a shot, and it goes in the goal off Bobby Zamora’s backside. 1-0 Cottagers!
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:17 Precious Roy says:

Zamora… Fulhamerica!
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:17 sven says:

@phil… ‘classy’ and ‘Bellamy’ — two words that don’t belong in the same paragraph.
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:17 phil says:

Zamora! 1-0 to the Whites over Pompey
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:17 Highbury Library says:

Ohhhhhhhh Bobby Zamora!
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:18 phil says:

The definition of Fulhamish there: Dempsey takes a shot, and it goes in the goal off Bobby Zamora’s backside. 1-0 Cottagers!

It would seem someone has switched Bent and Zamora for the day.

@ sven: even when sarcasm is involved?
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:19 Norfolk Ned says:

When the ball hits your head and you’re sat in row z, that’s Zamora!
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:19 Ellis Carver says:

Fulham up 1-0. Zamora scores after Dempsey’s shot is deflected.
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:21 sven says:

@Phil…. it’s like Matter and Anti-Matter… don’t risk putting the two together ;)
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:21 Precious Roy says:

NN: Doesn’t work as well in ‘Merican English (where we don’t say ‘zed’).
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:22 Highbury Library says:

Ryan Shawcross for Stoke. 1-0.
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:22 Ellis Carver says:

Ryan Shawcross fantasy rejoice! Stoke up 1-0 and RS gets credit.
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:23 Ellis Carver says:

fantasy owners, I mean. Don’t mean to strike up the wrong image.
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:23 Precious Roy says:

Christ… why is it the only good stream I can get is also the game on TV? Baby Jesus what did I ever do to you?
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:23 phil says:

Bellamy offside yet again.
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:25 phil says:

Stoke 1-0 Burnley. Shawcross with the goal.
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:25 Norfolk Ned says:

From Chris Lakey Twitter…

EDPchrislakeySteve Perryman bizarrely sits in the stand and helps lead the Exeter singing.1 minute ago from web.
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:27 Ellis Carver says:

West Ham up 1-0 on Wolves. Mark Noble gets credit for the goal.
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:28 phil says:

Noble puts West Ham up 1-0 on Wolverhampton
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:28 sven says:

Noble for West Ham…. I have him a look yesterday, but didn’t buy him. Wonder if he’s gonna make me regret that.
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:30 Norfolk Ned says:

EDPchrislakeyNow he’s in the press box on the phoen to the manager giving him advice.

bizare!
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:32 phil says:

McCarty hoofs a sitter. Citeh are fucking woeful at the back.
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:34 Highbury Library says:

Rodallega with a superb strike for Wigan.
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:34 WhiteSpeedReceiver says:

Wigan 1-0 from Rodellega. Wow.
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:35 Norfolk Ned says:

@Phil, as expected. @WhiteSpeed Not as expected.
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:37 phil says:

Shocker from Wigan. Villa in for a long season?
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:37 Highbury Library says:

Own goal, Stoke 2-0.
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:37 phil says:

Burnely OG. 2-0 to Stoke
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:37 Chad says:

Get in to work, turn on the bbc feed, and find Noble has put the Hammers up. It’s a wonderful thing when fantasy and real life football go together.

Oh… I dropped the ‘pogue mahone’ handle. There doesn’t seem to be another chad around here, so no need.
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:38 Green Eggs and Fulham says:

All Suleiman Al-Fahim needs is a big gold medallion and a pair of cheap sunglasses and he’d be the splitting image of my local used car salesman.
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:38 Ellis Carver says:

Own goal from Stephen Jordan.
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:39 Chad says:

Who had the own goal for Burnley?
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:40 Norfolk Ned says:

Norwich players are not allowed to be interviewed after the game. Hmmm, damage control.
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:40 Chad says:

Or I could look up one comment. Thanks Ellis.
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:41 phil says:

Wayne Bridge is getting owned.
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:41 Ellis Carver says:

I think we have to start a new “Fucking Rory Delap” meme.
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:42 WhiteSpeedReceiver says:

Chris Kirkland’s made a few very nice saves today. And he’s ready to go golfing after the match with that stylish khaki hat.
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:46 Highbury Library says:

Fantastic save by Friedel
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:46 Green Eggs and Fulham says:

Well, at least I got to see the first 40 minutes of Fulham/Pompey – feed’s down. Hell.
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:47 phil says:

McCarthy misses again. Citeh are lucky not have conceded yet.
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:47 Ryan says:

Richard Dunne has looked a very good atacking option for Blackburn, unfortunately he’s anchoring our City backline as well.
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:47 phil says:

Yeah, the feeds are falling fast today.
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:49 The Fan's Attic says:

i don’t want a fucking emergency alert system test in the middle of the match. local authority bastards.
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:49 Ryan says:

Honestly Blackburn could have 3 goals by now, still City 1-0 at half.
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:51 Norfolk Ned says:

0-0 at the half. We have had 58 % possession and had 8 corners. Finishing been poor.
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:54 Green Eggs and Fulham says:

Would it be too much to ask for ESPN to just use the halftime feed that the Premier League comes with from now on? Nice, simple, to the point, and no talking head nonsense (or golf/baseball highlights).

Oh, I know they’ll never miss a chance to push their brand, but still.
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:55 Norfolk Ned says:

Not allowed, plus there is likely commercials. Or nothing if the EPL feed
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:55 Highbury Library says:

At least the new FSC ProActiv commercial features Julianne Hough. The things I would do to her…
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:57 The NY Kid says:

I blame EPLTalk for the failing feeds.
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:58 Norfolk Ned says:

@Highbury..Squeeze her zits?
On August 15, 2009 @ 10:59 phil says:

@ NYK: Why is that? Or am I just so thick I’ve missed a joke?
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:01 The NY Kid says:

@phil – semi-joke based on the fact that The Gaffer’s fanboys were yelling at people for blaming him when the ESPN deal hadn’t been closed yet; but also because before the info was final, The Gaffer posted a “here are your illegal feeds” intro
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:01 Highbury Library says:

Bayern Munich equalizer through Gomez.
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:02 Norfolk Ned says:

@Phil. No one gets the Kids jokes. He is French.
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:05 The NY Kid says:

A fish, a priest and a Pole walk into a bar…
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:06 Norfolk Ned says:

Buuterworth and McNally do to interviews after the game. Butterworth getting the job?
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:08 phil says:

If you think French jokes are bad, you should here some Irish jokes. Even we don’t think they’re funny…until we’re drunk.
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:08 phil says:

hear/here

/is an idiot.
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:09 phil says:

No Tevez in 2nd half for Citeh.
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:11 Ryan says:

Absolutely pouring at Blackburn
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:11 phil says:

Bridge has a new strategy: when they skin you, drag ‘em down.
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:12 The Fan's Attic says:

Is Wigan going to be better this season without Valencia and Palacios?
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:13 Green Eggs and Fulham says:

@phil – Thought that was always Bridge’s strategy?
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:13 Norfolk Ned says:

1 nil, Askou!!!!!!! WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO

Jens baby!!!!!!! Get INNNNNNNNNN.
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:14 Norfolk Ned says:

All us now, Camon City, crossbar, post!
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:15 sven says:

I see him on the bench, but is Tevez still carrying his shower injury?
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:17 Ryan says:

He warmed up at half time sven, so I think he is available.
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:19 The NY Kid says:

KOUMAS!
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:19 Norfolk Ned says:

I am certain now that Butterworth getting job, phew, much rather him than JFH.
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:19 Highbury Library says:

2-0 Wigan. Shit defending by Villa.
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:19 The Fan's Attic says:

Nice counter by Wigan. Koumas slotted it nicely.
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:21 spectator says:

Get home just in time to hear the Grecians equalize against Norwich…. Get in!!!
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:21 phil says:

Been watching 2nd half of Villa-Wigan since the Citeh feed went bye-bye. Villa are a hot mess on both ends.
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:22 The NY Kid says:

oooooooooooooooooh. Great save by Given on Robinho
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:23 The Fan's Attic says:

@NY Kid: wait. what? Given saved Robinho?
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:23 Norfolk Ned says:

@Spec, go out again yer bastard
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:24 The Fan's Attic says:

That was a serious tattoo on Sidwell’s back. Looked like an open book.
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:24 phil says:

Unless Robinho was shooting on his own goal, I think you mean Robinson
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:24 Ellis Carver says:

How the fuck did Andy Johnson miss that?
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:25 The NY Kid says:

@TFA/phil – yes, I am an idiot. I blame Man City’s stupid kits
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:26 Green Eggs and Fulham says:

Notts County are a house on fire so far. 3-0 against Macc Town. Feel the Sven-citement!
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:27 The NY Kid says:

@Green Eggs – and they just picked up Kasper Schmeichel!
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:28 Norfolk Ned says:

@green eggs, they lost on tuesday
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:29 Ryan says:

Tevez on for Robinho in the 68th, after Bellamy threw a fit
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:31 Green Eggs and Fulham says:

@Ned, I follow Rochdale for my L2 fix anyhow – but it’s kinda funny to see Notts do well in the league after struggling the past few years.

And Andy Johnson missed that sitter because someone has to not finish, and it can’t be Bobby Zamora every time.
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:31 Nathaniel says:

Back from shopping with the wifey.

Has Villa been that crap?
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:31 Highbury Library says:

Upson, 2-0. Fantasy goal, bitches.
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:31 Ellis Carver says:

None of the strikers on Fulham can finish worth a shit. No wonder Dempsey was team co-leader in goals last season.
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:34 Green Eggs and Fulham says:

@Ellis, Nevland seems to have success finishing, but he can’t play more than 30 minutes at a time.
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:34 spectator says:

Villa look shockingly disarrayed. Gonna be a long season for them methinks.
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:36 spectator says:

Ashley Young leveled… Not sure he knows where he is right now.
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:37 The Fan's Attic says:

Ashley Young seems to be a bit of diva right now.
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:41 phil says:

@ spec: agreed. They are all over the place.
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:41 Ellis Carver says:

Every single match on right now includes a clean sheet.

/jinx
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:44 spectator says:

Exeter controlling the run of play against the Canaries right now. Unbelievable that 18 months ago we were in the Conference.
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:44 phil says:

Kieran Richardson off with an injury.
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:50 Ellis Carver says:

Citeh 2-0.

Ireland plays with the Blackburn keeper before coolly slotting it home.
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:50 Highbury Library says:

Stephen Ireland 2-0
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:52 The NY Kid says:

stephen ireland at 90 mins
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:52 Highbury Library says:

Titus Fucking Bramble makes up for his horrible backpass.
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:52 spectator says:

Oh how did Villa not score there? And how did Titus Bramble manage a key clearance??
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:53 Green Eggs and Fulham says:

And the Fulham feed gets pulled completely. Looking rather anxious according to Gamecast anyway.
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:53 The Fan's Attic says:

bramble screwed up and then saved his own mistake.
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:55 spectator says:

Yay Exeter manage a 1-1 draw to Norwich… Our first point in League One since 1994! Sorry Canaries, better luck next time.
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:55 The NY Kid says:

HA! Mark Hughes bites it at the end of the match shaking hands with his staff.
On August 15, 2009 @ 11:57 Norfolk Ned says:

2 points dropped. 10 corners to 1, 54% possession. We let them in with a def lapse and them settled for a point by stuffing the midfield. Not happy. Still, we didn’t lose.
On August 15, 2009 @ 12:03 Green Eggs and Fulham says:

Note to FSC: If you want to pique someone’s interest in the MLS Game of the Week, having Max Bretos scream “YEEAAHHSS” is not going to help matters one damn bit.
On August 15, 2009 @ 12:23 The Fan's Attic says:

4-3-3 for Arsenal. Fabregas on the right? or is FSC just messed in the head?
On August 15, 2009 @ 12:26 spectator says:

@TFA: I think it’s probably Fabs and Denilson in the middle with Song sitting behind them as defensive mid. I see lots of interchanging players with this 4-3-3 though… Hopefully everyone will remember their defensive assignments.
On August 15, 2009 @ 12:27 The Fan's Attic says:

not likely.
On August 15, 2009 @ 12:32 spectator says:

The new Arsenal lineup has the EPL graphics people confused as well… There’s no way that Bendtner is going to play behind Fabregas.
On August 15, 2009 @ 12:32 The Fan's Attic says:

bendtner out on the right attacking mid?

i have a feeling the left side of Everton is going to have a field day.
On August 15, 2009 @ 12:36 spectator says:

Come on you Gooners!!
On August 15, 2009 @ 12:38 The Fan's Attic says:

what the hell is up with almunia’s hair?
On August 15, 2009 @ 12:39 spectator says:

I’m liking Almunia’s new mohawk.
On August 15, 2009 @ 12:39 WhiteSpeedReceiver says:

Bendtner’s out 10,000 pounds for reimbursements for kit number changes? I didn’t realize he has that many family members.
On August 15, 2009 @ 12:39 The NY Kid says:

Fellaini lost some weight from a virus, but gained it back in his ‘fro
On August 15, 2009 @ 12:39 spectator says:

Ha you beat me to it
On August 15, 2009 @ 12:40 The NY Kid says:

anyone else think Vermaelen looks like Jude Law?
On August 15, 2009 @ 12:40 Highbury Library says:

Vermaelen’s aerial play has already given me wood.

/No homo
On August 15, 2009 @ 12:43 The NY Kid says:

wow, Pienaar looked on to me. Doesn’t matter since it was cleared, but we can’t afford to play that game
On August 15, 2009 @ 12:44 The Fan's Attic says:

my wife just called me on my cell from upstairs to request i make her breakfast.
On August 15, 2009 @ 12:44 The NY Kid says:

@TFA – whipped FAIL.
On August 15, 2009 @ 12:45 Highbury Library says:

Nice to see that even with a new number Bendtner will still fire into row Z.
On August 15, 2009 @ 12:46 Green Eggs and Fulham says:

@WSR: I’m sure that 10K also goes to pay for updates for all the Bendtner shirts that Arsenal have in their team store that will go to the poor and destitute of North London once they don’t sell anyway.
On August 15, 2009 @ 12:46 spectator says:

Fucking hell, Sagna holding his hamstring. You gotta be kidding me.
On August 15, 2009 @ 12:47 ü75 says:

Good ol’ #52.
On August 15, 2009 @ 12:48 Highbury Library says:

Sagna looks done. FUCK!
On August 15, 2009 @ 12:48 ü75 says:

Think Everton will sell Lescott at the half?
On August 15, 2009 @ 12:49 The NY Kid says:

ah, Sagna looked okay galloping forward and making that cross.
On August 15, 2009 @ 12:50 WhiteSpeedReceiver says:

Sagna’s a typical Frenchman: looking for a way to quit early in the fight, even if nothing’s actually wrong.
On August 15, 2009 @ 12:53 ü75 says:

A sleeveless NYK will murder you if he ever finds you, WSR.
On August 15, 2009 @ 12:54 The NY Kid says:

Leighton Meester >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Leighton Baines
On August 15, 2009 @ 12:54 The NY Kid says:

@u75 – I will indeed. Although I might wait until he falls asleep.
On August 15, 2009 @ 12:55 WhiteSpeedReceiver says:

@umlat: I don’t hide well. If there’s another foul-up next summer, I’ll try to make it so he doesn’t have to work too hard at it.
On August 15, 2009 @ 12:56 Highbury Library says:

Not sure why I deluded myself into thinking Bendtner would be better on the ball this year.
On August 15, 2009 @ 12:56 ü75 says:

Minka Kelly >>>>> Leighton Meester>>>>>>>>>>>Leighton Baines
On August 15, 2009 @ 12:57 spectator says:

Awwww poor Tim Cahill got a pair of studs to his ankle
On August 15, 2009 @ 12:57 Moonshine Mike says:

Sania is OK. he’s pushing forward on the wings and needs to come back a bit faster. Arsenal’s passing has not been as crisp as Everton’s actually.

This will be tough, I’m gay for Timmy Howard, but Arsenal must score on him.
On August 15, 2009 @ 12:58 spectator says:

One thing I did not miss this summer…. The agita caused by Arsenal’s last pass.
On August 15, 2009 @ 12:59 Moonshine Mike says:

@WSR: I got to listen to NY Kid describe how he would ‘deal’ with some horn wanking Milan queens, and it wasn’t pretty. Not that they didn’t deserve it.
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:00 ü75 says:

Bring on Eduardo! (Is he fit?)
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:00 spectator says:

Yes, it was something about shoving a vuvuzela up someone’s ass
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:01 The NY Kid says:

Really? No one else thinks Vermaelen looks like Jude Law?
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:01 The NY Kid says:

I would punch Tim Cahill in the balls, no questions asked.
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:01 ü75 says:

With a haircut like that, how can Fabio Capello keep Almunia off the national team? He is obviously naturalized.
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:02 ü75 says:

FAKE BRAZILIAN!!!!
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:02 The NY Kid says:

DENILSON! Alright, you may be Brazilian.
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:02 WhiteSpeedReceiver says:

Wow. That was pretty AND effective.
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:02 spectator says:

Denilson!!! Who needs that defensive mid signing afterall!!!
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:02 The Fan's Attic says:

nice shot.
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:02 Highbury Library says:

Denilson! What the fuck was that?
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:03 Goat says:

Damn, nice work from Bendtner.
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:03 ü75 says:

I take it all back. With that shot, Arsenal will finish first this season and everyone else will finish 20th.
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:03 spectator says:

And then Denilson makes a good defensive stop on the other end. Wow, we aren’t getting a midfield signing now are we?
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:03 Moonshine Mike says:

How old is Denilson? 19? holding midfielder in the EPL?

…AND Bedtner pulls a Ronaldo.
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:04 ü75 says:

Nothing is less impressive for the English in general than a panned crowd shot.
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:05 Highbury Library says:

Dear RVP,
You will not beat Tim from 40 yards. Stop trying.
Sincerely,
Highbury Library
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:06 spectator says:

@Mike: Denilson is 21… Only looks 19.
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:08 WhiteSpeedReceiver says:

He’s 21? Is that little red dot in his hand flashing yet? It’s got to be close to time to sell.
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:08 The Fan's Attic says:

Wow. Grafite just missed an easy one on one with the keeper.
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:09 ü75 says:

Phew.
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:09 ü75 says:

All Denilson all the time, it seems.
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:09 The NY Kid says:

good lord! Denilson with the goal-line clearance
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:09 The Fan's Attic says:

Denilson with the goalline clearance. nice 10 minutes for him.
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:10 Goat says:

Denilson for Player of the Year.
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:10 Moonshine Mike says:

My Bad – he will always be 19 to me. Saved a goal there as well. Match Boy so far.
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:11 spectator says:

Phew again… terrible backpass by #52.
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:13 The NY Kid says:

JUDE LAW! What a header!
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:13 Highbury Library says:

Vermaelen! Get the fuck in!
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:13 The Fan's Attic says:

how was he not marked? incredible.
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:13 ü75 says:

Yep. He’s on my fantasy squad. Now I just have to learn how to spell his name.
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:13 Goat says:

Jude Law!!!
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:13 spectator says:

Get in Vermaelan!!! (checks spelling)
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:13 WhiteSpeedReceiver says:

Ugh. Come on Everton, quit acting like Villa.
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:15 Green Eggs and Fulham says:

Horror show for Everton so far – yowsah. Do this enough, and you won’t need Hangeland in the back (hopefully).
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:16 Moonshine Mike says:

Sania is being caught out of position which is allowing for those diagonal crosses. Arsenal is looking highly confident now.
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:16 The NY Kid says:

BIG WILLY STYLES!
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:16 ü75 says:

Game. Set. Match.
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:16 WhiteSpeedReceiver says:

Fuck it, time to play some FIFA.
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:16 Moonshine Mike says:

Cappy!!!
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:17 Highbury Library says:

I JUST CAME IN MY PANTS!
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:17 spectator says:

Get in!!!! More terrible, terrible marking from Everton.
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:18 Green Eggs and Fulham says:

Yeah, my Everton buddy just killed the game on his TV – not the game I anticipated at all.
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:19 ü75 says:

Eat on that, Autoglass.
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:20 Highbury Library says:

Damn near got the fourth.
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:20 ü75 says:

Close to another. Let’s get Timmay sold.
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:21 Moonshine Mike says:

Everton started off with some solid crisp passing, and was looking more Arsenal than Arsenal was. But they are coming undone now.
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:22 ü75 says:

Last day, 2005–Arsenal 7, Everton 0
First day, 2009–can they get there?
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:24 spectator says:

Bendtner is shockingly not total crap out on the right wing.
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:28 ü75 says:

Some actually interesting choices for the CL broadcasts. Swell!
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:29 ü75 says:

Memory fail. 7-0 v Everton was the last home game, not the last game of the season.
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:31 ebullientfatalist says:

Wow.
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:33 ebullientfatalist says:

Denilson is making a case to have his Brazilian citizenship reinstated.
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:38 Ellis Carver says:

I’m currently in first place in the Yahoo league. Suck it minions.
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:41 The Fan's Attic says:

Quite the shitshow at Goodison today.
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:41 ü75 says:

Did anyone see fans running out onto the field to throw their season tickets at David Moyes? I guess that only REAL fans do that sort of thing.
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:43 spectator says:

Hmmm Arsenal come out looking a bit sluggish. C’mon, keep the cleansheet plz (Almunia on my fantasy footy team).
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:44 ü75 says:

4!
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:44 spectator says:

Hahaha nevermind about being sluggish.
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:45 The NY Kid says:

Fabs nutmegs Timmay for the 4th
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:45 Highbury Library says:

WAHOO! CESCY FOOTBALL!
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:45 ü75 says:

The Ceschawk!

The stewards may be busy here soon
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:46 ü75 says:

Get the magic pixie a couple, plzkthx
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:50 Moonshine Mike says:

Time to go see if my car will start.
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:51 ü75 says:

For the record, there were three nutmegs on that last goal. Arshavin pass to Denilson, through Neville. RvP pass to Cesc, through Yobo, and Cesc’s shot through Timmay. Ouch.
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:52 The NY Kid says:

I hate getting megged on a goal. It’s so emasculating.
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:52 spectator says:

Evertonians are going to run riot if this keeps up.
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:55 ü75 says:

FIFA triple sub!
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:55 ü75 says:

Thanks for nothing, Jo.
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:56 spectator says:

Triple substitution… That’s a bit of a message from Moyes.
On August 15, 2009 @ 13:58 spectator says:

I love that the Magic Pixie ™ just pushed Cesc away from yapping at the ref.
On August 15, 2009 @ 14:00 spectator says:

Eboue!!
On August 15, 2009 @ 14:00 ü75 says:

Eh-BOOOOOOOO-ay on for good ol’ #52.
On August 15, 2009 @ 14:00 MrRedDevil says:

Everton are trying to kill my Fantasy Football season, ON DAY ONE!!!
On August 15, 2009 @ 14:03 Ryan says:

Cologne own goal puts Wolfsburg up 2-1.
On August 15, 2009 @ 14:06 ü75 says:

I guess a PK at this point wouldn’t matter, but really–that was an arm away from the body on Neville.
On August 15, 2009 @ 14:06 The NY Kid says:

Hoo-boy. Fabs with a brace.
On August 15, 2009 @ 14:07 The Fan's Attic says:

This is really bad.
On August 15, 2009 @ 14:07 ü75 says:

Fabs! Everton–oof.
A throw from Almunia to Fabs and he dribbles unmolested to the top of the 18.
On August 15, 2009 @ 14:07 spectator says:

Wow… Cesc just ran the entire length of the pitch completely unmarked.
On August 15, 2009 @ 14:08 MrRedDevil says:

That was sick. Cesc just strolled down the pitch and calmly placed it in the corner.
On August 15, 2009 @ 14:08 MrRedDevil says:

Time to watch Tiger and Vijay.
On August 15, 2009 @ 14:09 spectator says:

Eduardo!
On August 15, 2009 @ 14:09 ü75 says:

Halsey not worried about any handballs from Everton now.

Edu brace to come as well. Ramsey makes it onto the pitch before Wilshere. Interesting.
On August 15, 2009 @ 14:10 Green Eggs and Fulham says:

Everton’s defense is a fucking disgrace today.

/Drogba’d
On August 15, 2009 @ 14:12 ü75 says:

So, what are the odds that Citeh are no longer pursuing Lescott?
On August 15, 2009 @ 14:14 ü75 says:

Obafemi Martins seals it for Wolfsburg. 1-3 in the 86th.
On August 15, 2009 @ 14:14 Ryan says:

3-1 for Wolfsburg, they were down 1-0 up til around 70 minutes, then turned on the jets.
On August 15, 2009 @ 14:15 The Fan's Attic says:

Norwich City mention!!!
On August 15, 2009 @ 14:15 Ryan says:

@ u75 Did you see Richard Dunne today?
On August 15, 2009 @ 14:17 ü75 says:

Shola Ameobi with a hattrick for Newcastle in a 3-0 win over Reading. Apparently, Joey Barton started.
On August 15, 2009 @ 14:18 Ryan says:

Charlie Davies scores for Sochaux, maybe the guy really was the worlds best kept secret.
On August 15, 2009 @ 14:18 ü75 says:

Ryan–No, why? I was napping off the effects of getting up too early to watch Aberdeen.
On August 15, 2009 @ 14:19 ü75 says:

Charlie Davies scores for Sochaux. Too bad the home team is behind to Bordeaux 1-2.
On August 15, 2009 @ 14:20 The Likely Lad says:

everton should at least have some pride and try to injure arshavin or cesc… gaaaahd!
On August 15, 2009 @ 14:21 Ryan says:

@ u75 Just saying, however bad Lescott looked today with Everton, it’s not like we’re in great hands at present here at City. In the first half Richard tackled our own keeper and also handballed in the box.
On August 15, 2009 @ 14:21 ü75 says:

I don’t even think they can expend that level of effort right now. Plus, Cesc is off.
On August 15, 2009 @ 14:23 ü75 says:

Well, I guess I’ll drop him for fantasy, then. Got full points today, though.
On August 15, 2009 @ 14:25 ü75 says:

Sweet fantasy points!
On August 15, 2009 @ 14:25 The NY Kid says:

Crap! I could have used that one from Arshavin, but it hits the post and Eduardo finishes it.
On August 15, 2009 @ 14:26 Ryan says:

Yes, he had his moments, a couple good clearances, he started the counter for Ade’s goal, not nearly as awful as I made him sound. What’s football if you can’t bitch about your team though right?
On August 15, 2009 @ 14:26 ü75 says:

Wife says Eduardo looks like someone who was on So You Think You Can Dance. Hopefully, that’s funny to someone out there.
On August 15, 2009 @ 14:27 ü75 says:

Here comes 7.
On August 15, 2009 @ 14:28 ü75 says:

No dice. Guess the +6 GD will have to do.
On August 15, 2009 @ 14:29 ü75 says:

Or +5. Motherfucker.
On August 15, 2009 @ 14:29 The NY Kid says:

FACK! No clean sheet for Manny.
On August 15, 2009 @ 14:29 The Fan's Attic says:

yes…byebye fantasy clean sheets.
On August 15, 2009 @ 14:30 The NY Kid says:

Dear Joleon Lescott: I do not appreciate your -1 fantasy points today.
On August 15, 2009 @ 14:30 ü75 says:

Maybe for you guys, but Schwatrzer got mine.
On August 15, 2009 @ 14:30 spectator says:

Oh Arsenal, there goes my fantasy points… That said, get in Gunners! League should now be on notice, eh?
On August 15, 2009 @ 14:35 ebullientfatalist says:

@Spec: Indeed. It’s early, so we shouldn’t get to excited, etc., etc., etc., but that was about the best performance one could hope for.

Everton was, as Norfolk Ned would say, “shambolic.”
On August 15, 2009 @ 14:38 Georger says:

I miss anything?
On August 15, 2009 @ 14:39 Green Eggs and Fulham says:

That cha-chinging sound I hear must be Marouane Chamakh’s price tag climbing. Second goal today for les Girondins.
On August 15, 2009 @ 14:39 spectator says:

So, Arsenal’s 4-3-3 looks like it’ll work well. Amazing that we still have Walcott, Nasri, Rosicky and even Wilshere to come into the fold. Only worry is the gaps on defense, but credit to Song as holding midfielder. We are still short a couple players (defensive mid and central defender) but more time till Sept 1. Arsenal just have to stay healthy (a lot to ask for), but I honestly think they challenge for the title.
On August 15, 2009 @ 14:40 spectator says:

Hmmmm… Stoke v. Burnley? Not sure I can manage that.
On August 15, 2009 @ 14:52 Georger says:

Davies scored twice.
On August 15, 2009 @ 14:55 Georger says:

Sami played the whole ninety today for Leverwhathaveyou, good for him.
On August 15, 2009 @ 15:12 Precious Roy says:

Spectator: Gaps? Were you watching Vermahlen. He was fantastic today. Rarely out of position and bailed out Clichy a couple of times beautifully.

Green Eggs: He walks free in 6 months anyway (I think). If playing at Arsenal is indeed his dream, he costs nothing in January.
On August 15, 2009 @ 15:17 The NY Kid says:

@PR – how dare you disparage Gael!

And, yes, Chamakh is free in January.
On August 15, 2009 @ 15:30 spectator says:

@PR: Not gaps in the backline, but rather in the midfield since we’ve got three up front. Just saying, we could get exposed on counterattacks with this formation. But if we can keep scoring six goals a game than it’ll work out okay!
On August 15, 2009 @ 15:58 Ryan says:

Burnley will be down by St. Patrick’s Day
On August 15, 2009 @ 16:03 Ryan says:

One of the corner’s at the Britannia is sponsored by “Chlamydia Test”
On August 15, 2009 @ 16:43 Keith says:

Jesus Christ on a crutch that was bad. At least we’re ahead of Everton on goal difference.

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