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Dec 29 League Liverpool v. Wolverhampton
Jan 1 League Liverpool v. Bolton
Jan 5 League Blackburn v. Liverpool
Jan 9 FA Cup United v. Liverpool
Jan 12 League Blackpool v. Liverpool
Jan 16 League Liverpool v.
By Ollie Irish
Roy Keane: not a tolerant man
You won't be surprised to know that Roy Keane can't stomach footballers who wear snoods, gloves
and tights:
"Don't get me started. I don't know how they do it. It's very strange. Gloves, scarves, I think
somebody came on a few weeks ago for [Manchester] City who had a hat on.
For nearly 80 minutes last weekend, Blackpool thoroughly deserved to beat the Wanderers. The
last 10 to 15 minutes were when Bolton turned on the style. A great turn and half-volley from
Petrov pegged one back and then an absolutely wonderful team goal sealed the point. That team goal,
a move that involved Kevin Davies, Johan Elmander, Ivan Klasnic, and a neat little backheeled pass,
was the perfect metaphor for Bolton's season thus far.
There is no doubt the disruption caused by the recent snow and freezing weather has had a
negative impact on everyone within the world of football. Games are being postponed; players are
forced to train indoors; fans lucky enough to get to watch their team, do so shivering on the
terraces; and managers watch their foreign stars ponder a return to warmer climes.
The Blackpool vs Liverpool game on Boxing Day ( December 26, 2010) was cancelled/postponed after a
late pitch inspection at Bloomfield Road. Blackpool vs Liverpool was a supposed 3pm kick off but
Bloomfield Road, which does not have under soil heating, did not pass the muster for the game due
to frozen pitch conditions.
The Blackpool vs Liverpool game on Boxing Day ( December 26, 2010) was cancelled/postponed after a
late pitch inspection at Bloomfield Road. Blackpool vs Liverpool was a supposed 3pm kick off but
Bloomfield Road, which does not have under soil heating, did not pass the muster for the game due
to frozen pitch conditions.
2nd December – There are so many stories published about Manchester United that it's impossible
to keep up with all of them. Truly Reds does it's best to bring you the latest news but only so
much...
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Blackpool manager Ian Holloway admits to be awaiting the visit of Manchester United on Saturday
with a degree of trepidation after having watched the demolition of Blackburn Rovers last weekend
but...
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West Brom are a very good looking side under manager Roberto Di Mateo, and are one of the three
promoted sides who seem to have revitalized the Premier League this season. Joey Barton at West Ham
returns on Sunday In a season which is more competitive than for many many years, West Brom,
Blackpool [.
Tomorrow's match between Blackpool and Manchester United at Bloomfield Road has been called off
due to weather concerns. Temperatures overnight fell to below eight degrees Celsius, and the recent
cold streak that has hit England has threatened to call off a number of matches.
Rio Ferdinand revealed on his official Twitter: "Blackpool game tomorrow called off due to the
frozen pitch.
Another weekend of Premier League football. Let's get to it. We'll look at I) the best match from a
neutral's perspective II) the most fantasy friendly game III) Studs and Duds and IV) A predicted
best eleven. Note: The Blackpool ... Continue reading →
By AVI CREDITOR
The adverse reactions to Thursday's decisions by FIFA haven't lost any steam a day later, with
the chief of England's 2018 bid strongly speaking out against the world's governing body of
soccer.
Andy Anson expressed his opinions of FIFA's decision-making process, calling for reform in the
aftermath of England's first-round elimination in Thursday's vote during a press conference on
Friday.
The big freeze and the dismal failure of England's 2018 World Cup bid will not stop the Premier
League from rolling on. Its game week 16, time to forget the disappointment, put the heating on and
enjoy another weekend of Football.
Spurs enjoyed a much needed rest midweek and will be hoping to capitalise on any signs of a
Birmingham hangover following their Carling Cup exploits.
LONDON, England — Manchester United's bid to maintain their position on the top of the Premier
League with victory at Blackpool on Saturday has been scuppered by the freezing temperatures in
England. United are two points clear of second placed Chelsea but they may lose first place after
their game was postponed as a result [.
LONDON, England — Manchester United's bid to maintain their position on the top of the Premier
League with victory at Blackpool on Saturday has been scuppered by the freezing temperatures in
England. United are two points clear of second placed Chelsea but they may lose first place after
their game was postponed as a result [.
Didier Drogba has given Chelsea a 1-0 halftime lead over Everton, despite some strong defending
from the Toffees at Stamford Bridge. Phil Jagielka and Sylvain Distin played well for the first 45
minutes, but a lackadaisical Phil Neville back pass left Tim Howard stranded against the onrushing
Nicolas Anelka.
The big freeze may have cost Manchester United it's place at the top of the table simply because
Blackpool's 110 year old Bloomfield Road Stadium is the only one in the Premier League not
equipped...
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The big freeze may have cost Manchester United it's place at the top of the table simply because
Blackpool's 110 year old Bloomfield Road Stadium is the only one in the Premier League not
equipped...
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Having his season plagued by plenty injuries, Arsenal's captain, Cesc Fabregas is reportedly set
to get back into action on the Gunners' upcoming big match against Manchester United next
weekend.
The Spaniard revealed that his recovery process in going into the right direction and targeting
the clash with United as the match he can make his comeback again.
Today's video features Manchester United players in an ad for a popular vodka. Poor Rio barely
gets a touch though. Thanks to Off The Post for the good find.
Here's the links:
- Ray Wilkins speaks [Vital Football]
- Everton secure young midfielder [Guardian]
- Pardew leads manager race [Soccer News]
- Mike Ashley's Pardew checklist [Transfer Tavern]
- True form of EPL teams [Bleacher Report]
- Weekly gossip [Sinnacle]
- 10 most underwhelming managers [Telegraph]
- The Hawthorns [Stadium Journey]
- Fantasy home vs.
George got 4 results right and no perfect scores last week.
Sat 11th December 2010
Aston Villa 1 v WBA 1
Everton 2 v Wigan Athletic 0
Fulham 0 v Sunderland 2
Stoke City 1 v Blackpool 1
West Ham Utd 0 v Manchester City 3
Newcastle 0 v Liverpool 1
Sun 12 December 2010
Bolton 2 v Blackburn 0
Wolves 1 v Birmingham 0
Tottenham 2 v Chelsea 1
Mon 13 December 2010
Man Utd 2 v Arsenal 0
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Four of the top five battle it out with each other this week while Man City travel to bottom of
the table West Ham. Arsenal could end gameweek 17 in fourth position, having started it Top of the
table. Chances are it will be as you were. It has been such an unpredictable season that this has
to be the weekend where the top five match each other and pick up a point a piece.
Blackpool have said that their Boxing Day fixture against Liverpool is in jeopardy from the
weather. Blackpool, the only Premier League club that does not have undersoil heating, have already
had two home games postponed this season and with a still frozen pitch, that number is likely to
increase to three.
By Chris Wright
Bolton Wanderers (as well as Blackpool, Wigan and West Ham, according to the Daily
Mirror) have been told that Norwich's £2-million-rated top-scorer Grant Holt
will not be for sale in the January transfer market, which has seemingly put paid to the Trotters'
nefarious ploy of being able to field a near-identical strike partnership come February.
Mrs Olly is the brains of the operation Blackpool manager Ian Holloway has revealed that we can
thank his missus for the attacking brand of football the Seasiders have entertained us with this
season. Olly revealed he had been determined for his next side to play entertaining football after
stewing over his exit from Leicester [.
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This week we go north to Scotland for one of the biggest derbies in world football, spotlight
some of the big Premier League clashes and also take a look at La Liga, which resumes action in
January.
"We came here tonight really hoping that after not playing for a while we would get out and give
a great performance," he says.
"Might be nice if that mastery of the obvious extended to how you set out the side," I say.
"It was probably as bad a team performance as we've given, certainly here at Anfield, and to
compound the problems we gave them a goal as well, so we don't have a disappointing nil-nil, we
have an even more disappointing 0-1.
Ray Hudson got all "orgiastic" commentating on El Clásico... [The Offside]
The Curious Case of Clint Dempsey by Neil W. Blackmon, with analysis from yours truly [TYAC]
Serie A players are set to go on strike, are being really melodramatic [The Original Winger]
Though well done, the BBC Panorama didn't do the England World Cup Bid any favours [DT]
When José met Ian Holloway [imagined by The Third Kit]
Blackpool are preparing for Manchester United with long walks on the beach [Off The Post]
Peter Crouch is a self-deprecrating c-word (he even said so himself)!
Ray Hudson got all "orgiastic" commentating on El Clásico... [The Offside]
The Curious Case of Clint Dempsey by Neil W. Blackmon, with analysis from yours truly [TYAC]
Serie A players are set to go on strike, are being really melodramatic [The Original Winger]
Though well done, the BBC Panorama didn't do the England World Cup Bid any favours [DT]
When José met Ian Holloway [imagined by The Third Kit]
Blackpool are preparing for Manchester United with long walks on the beach [Off The Post]
Peter Crouch is a self-deprecrating c-word (he even said so himself)!
Blackpool boss hands out some right royal plaudits After his understated (bordering on sedated)
start to the season, Blackpool manager Ian Holloway is getting back into his stride with his zany
quotes. This is his second post on OTP in two days, so he must be doing something right. This time
Olly has been suggesting [.
Blackpool boss hands out some right royal plaudits After his understated (bordering on sedated)
start to the season, Blackpool manager Ian Holloway is getting back into his stride with his zany
quotes. This is his second post on OTP in two days, so he must be doing something right. This time
Olly has been suggesting [.
Steaua have been consistently inconsistent in recent months, as they have been unable to put
together a run long enough to have a significant impact on their campaign. Just as something
appears to be blooming, they have allowed themselves to be nipped in the bud.
Their last five games showcase the sort of inconsistency they have had, as a goalless draw against
local rivals Rapid Bucharest was followed by a domestic cup game against the same side, but away
from home.
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Fulham
Position: 17th, 2-9-4 (15 points, -3 goal differential)
Away Form: 0-5-2 (-2 goal differential)
Recent Form: DLDLD
Last Meeting: Arsenal 4 Fulham 0 (May 9, 2010)
Back in league action tomorrow against Fulham, and this is a match we could very easily lose
points from.
Arsenal host Fulham, Blackpool welcome Manchester United, Spurs go to Birmingham City, Bolton go to
Manchester City, Chelsea host Everton, Wolves visit Blackburn, Wigan welcome Stoke, West Brom and
Newcastle clash and Sunderland host West Ham.
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Jon Carter Previews Chelsea vs.
Today's video features the reaction to the World Cup going to Russia in 2018. A sad day for both
England and the United States who thought their chances of hosting were real.
Here's the links:
- EPL preview and predictions [SB Nation]
- Sir Alex's five goalkeeper options [Back Page Football]
- Baggie bird makeover [Who Ate All The Pies]
- Nine wins to survive [Daily Star]
- John Terry returns [Chelsea FC]
- No United players for fantasy?
According to Rio Ferdinand, the Blackpool Manchester United game has been called off. Again, the
power of Twitter is awesome.
Didier Drogba has said that he has now recovered fully from the malaria illness and is now fit and
raring to go. Drogba has not scored in the league since last scoring in the match against Arsenal.
It was obvious that he was clearly struggling the last few weeks, and whether it was due to the
illness or due to the obvious lack of form is the question that only Carlo Ancelotti can answer.
Just as Manchester United reclaimed pole position in the Premier League for the first time in nine
months, they look likely to be forced into playing catch up football once again after their...
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With a frozen pitch already postponing a Premier League game and the Scottish Premier League
canceling their weekend schedule, the European fixture list is once again susceptible to weather.
Still, plenty of games for National Teamers Abroad on the schedule along with the second-leg of the
Mexican league final.
