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If memory serves me correctly Patrick Vieira accused Neil Ruddock of racism a few years back, during a rather unpleasant exchange which saw Vieira spitting at "Razor"? Ian Wright also famously accused Peter schmeichel of racism during a typically friendly encounter.

Atticus Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > Capello dropping fine specimen of a man Terry as > Eng captain for knobbing his (Terry's) mate's > missus. At the other end of the spectrum, Arsenal supporting Tony Adams after his prison sentence for drink driving, and Paul Merson after admitting his addictions to drink, drugs, and gambling. Oh and Paul Davis after breaking an opponents jaw.

sillywoman Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > I have teenage sons (though I'd be livid if I > thought they behaved like that anywhere). I've > found that agreeing with their "you can't touch > me" posturing often deflates and diffuses their > aggressive response. So I think I'd have said > something along the lines of; > > "You're right - I can't make you, but I can ask > you. There's lots of room in the park for us all & > I was hoping you could play ball elsewhere. If you > won't move then we will, but it's entirely your > choice. AS you said I can't make you do do > anything." > > I'm often surprised at how effective this kind of > reasoned comment can be. I think it's because it > puts them on an equal footing with you (the > adult), and gives the impression of showing them > some respect - something all teenagers seem to > crave? But it shouldn't have to come to that, should it? Why can people like this not understand how distressing for others their actions can be.

maxxi Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > Otta Wrote: > -------------------------------------------------- > ----- > > > > > In other news, Chelsea had a bloody bad day, > and > > now accusations of racism against Terry. I hate > > Terry, but suspect this is bollocks. > > Was aware of this (but hadn't seen anything on > youtube etc.) before watching highlights on MOTD2 > and even then - when I would have expected the > relevant footage to have been edited out - it's > clear that Terry is using a racist insult and > doing it twice. If this is true it's a horrible turn of events, and it'll be interesting to see what investigation, if any, is undertaken and if proven, what punishment is dished out. I sincerely hope we don't continue to hear more of these stories, it is morally reprehensible and has no place in todays society.

Sports journo says to Sir Alex after the game, whats worse, the scoreline or the fact that you were at home, he replies, "six of one and half a dozen of the other". :)-D

Has anyone heard about the sick swan in the Manchester area?

red devil Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > As a Gooner Atila I 8-2 say this but you're the > last person who should gloat... past experience > tells us your Mr Nice personna eventually slips > and the real obnoxious git eventually surfaces, so > remember to watch your P's and Q's, don't want to > get yourself banned...again Who is the obnoxious persona you refer to, and why take exception to this when you, and others, weighed in with the 8-2 gag, and as for gloating, what goes around.....................

Oh it happened, and what makes you think that the City fans will let you forget this EVEN IF you win the title. This will be etched in their memories forever. As to whether or not they have the character and resilience, which some seem to believe is unique to Manchester United, to win the league, only time will tell. As a betting man. I wouldn't bet against City. On a scale of 1 to 6, how do you rate yesterdays performance?

David Silva is currently the best player in the Premiership. He certainly enjoyed his day at the "theatre of dreams", for him it certainly was!!!!!

City are now the force to be reckoned with in the Premier League. It will be interesting to see what, if any, excuses Sky will try to come with to explain away such a hammering. Being at home, you would expect Manchester United to show some of that much vaunted resilience and character when up against it.

In the mean time both City and United fans are being urged to dispose of his shirt. Do they still burn witches in that neck of the woods? Fact is often stranger than fiction. How times have changed especially as both clubs were so keen to sign him. I guess this gives credence to the saying "be careful what you wish for".

red devil Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > Tricky game for the Gooners tonight, should be a > fiery atmosphere in the Stade Velodrome, 2-1 to > OM... Good wins for Chelsea and Arsenal this evening, and both top their groups. I hope you're not a betting man red devil.

maxxi Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > I think it's relief after City got out of jail > last night. They certainly did, as did Manchester United. They were held for long periods of the game by the resolute Romanians. The clash is nicely poised between the blue and red sections of Manchester this coming weekend.

Undisputedtruth Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > What Evra may have done is immaterial when Suarez > is alleged to be using racist language. The > football authorities have worked hard to stamp out > racism from the game. If Suarez is found guilty > and it should be easy to prove using video > evidence and a lip reader then a lengthy ban > (minimum 12 months) is in order. This sort of > behaviour cannot be tolerated in the modern game. I've not suggested for one moment that the "alleged" racism, and let's not forget it is just that at the moment, but I don't like to see cheating, diving, nor do I like to see the imaginary card being brandished. All forms of bad sportsmanship.

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Alan Medic Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > No it wouldn't, but his 'offence' is minor > compared to the type of cheating which he reacted > to. 2 wrongs, as the saying goes........

Alan Medic Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > No mention of why Evra waved an imaginary card? Would that make his behaviour easier to accept, or justifiable?

I would have done the same as Amoeba, but it is sad that youngsters of that age should act that way. And there is a clear difference between youthful high jinx and down right obnoxious brats, and these would seem to fall in to the latter category rather than the former. This is indicative of society in general where confrontation and an absence of courtesy and good manners is common place and, more worryingly, is accepted as the "norm".

It's hard to believe, if the accustaions are true, that such behavious still exists, but it is still rife in places like Eastern Europe. On the the flip side of the coin, waving an imaginary card around is not like to win much support from anybody. Not as despicable as racial abuse but unwelcome nontheless.

Fool - Al Matthews

Excellent goals on Sunday, Ameobi, Defoe, Larson, and Van Persie all excellent. How Newcastles fortunes have changed in a short period of time. Very pleased for the Toon faithful.

the-e-dealer Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > eh? 16 Candles by the Crests, pretty straight forward I thought. It don't come easy - Ringo

The Crests - 16 Candles

There are specialist event companies on the net that specalise in selling tickets well in advance of the event/match but they charge well over the top for the privilege. Which matches are you interested in? I have a friend who runs such a company and may be able to help.

http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_qyrGcymSmsg/TTYEn3rt6iI/AAAAAAAAADc/FvAfrOv2sy8/s320/STA1.jpg De rigeur in the 60's n early 7o's