By Alan Duffy

What a sight it would be the buck-toothed Brazilian legend Ronaldinho lighting up Ewood Park on a wet Tuesday night for Blackburn, or maybe playing in the hole behind Peter Crouch for Stoke at the Britannia. All this and more could come to fruition, possibly, maybe.

Recently, we were treated to a fine post from Chas filled with vids of the highlights of the season. but what were the low points? I am not talking about on-pitch stuff (was Ewood worse than OT?), No, I mean the off-pitch drama those things in football which are not the result of the bounce of a ball.

New Stoke Kit 2012/13- Stoke City Adidas Home and Away Jerseys 2012-2013 is a post from Soccer Blogger. Follow Soccer Blogger on Twitter

New Stoke Kit 2012/13- Stoke City Adidas Home and Away Jerseys 2012-2013 is a post from Soccer Blogger. Follow Soccer Blogger on Twitter Stoke City have unveiled their new 2012/13 kits and have also announced that Bet365 will be taking over from Britannia as sponsors of their kits from the 2012/13 Premier League season.

By Alan Duffy

Stoke City 1-1 Everton Premier League 1st May 2012

Former Birmingham City hitman Cameron Jerome came off the bench to net an equaliser for Stoke at the Britannia, in a game lacking much quality.

Spindly striker Peter Crouch had given the visiting Toffees the lead just before half-time when he deflected a Tony Hibbert cross into his own goal.

A third trip to the Britannia in three seasons brought with it some mixed emotions. The 2009/10 game was played in February, a month after being beaten by the Stokies in the 4th round of the FA Cup. Ramsey's leg snapped like a twig but the team responded magnificently to record a fine 3-1 victory.

A third trip to the Britannia in three seasons brought with it some mixed emotions. The 2009/10 game was played in February, a month after being beaten by the Stokies in the 4th round of the FA Cup. Ramsey's leg snapped like a twig but the team responded magnificently to record a fine 3-1 victory.

Some time ago I made a decision to stop belittling our opponents. This was due to a rash of defeats to lesser team following an abusive prematch (yes, I have that much power). But sometimes needs must, plus I have to be realistic and accept my posts have no impact whatsoever of the result of the game.

Some time ago I made a decision to stop belittling our opponents. This was due to a rash of defeats to lesser team following an abusive prematch (yes, I have that much power). But sometimes needs must, plus I have to be realistic and accept my posts have no impact whatsoever of the result of the game.

Arsenal are a top priced 1.91 with Paddy Power to beat Stoke at the Britannia this weekend, and...
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Following Sunday's disappointing result against West Bromwich Albion, there were two competing narratives. On one hand there was a desire to integrate the match and result into one of the main stories of the 2011-12 season—namely the one where Liverpool can't score even though they dominate possession.

1. At one point it appeared that this bloke had gone to get a topical t-shirt printed mid-match. 2. Being played off the park at the Emirates must hurt Arsene Wenger far more than being kicked off the park at the Britannia. 3. During commentary, Sky Sports' Martin Tyler said that Wenger was the worst [.

Ep.33 Blue Gloom by Off The Post on Mixcloud Football! Everywhere! Once again the classic Premier League combination of fixture congestion, tired legs, and a general lack of squad depth has given the Off The Post Podcast plenty to talk about in this bumper Easter edition of the Pod. While Fergie has been slamming the [.

The unveiling of the new Sir Alf Ramsey Stand at Portman Road yesterday, marked a special day of celebrations for Ipswich Town fans yesterday.
Generations of Blues fans (and players) stood together to pay their respect to the team and manager responsible for one of the proudest moments in our club's history.

By Chris Wright

Yesterday, like two star-crossed lovers doomed by ill fate, tragic romantics Micah Richards and Pablo Zabaleta took to the skies above the Britannia to steal a few brief moments alone together...

"Mwah! Now go, before someone finds us..."

Love hurts.

Wembley awaits...I feel sorry for all those Mother's of Liverpool fans on Sunday because i predict a delivery of card and perhaps garage court flowers before a dash to a television or Anfield for most of your sons and daughters. The Reds face Stoke in the FA Cup and with the prospect of another trip to Wembley looming, everybody is excited for this one.

Stoke visit Anfield for the second time this season, with the two clubs facing each other for the fourth time overall, this time for a chance to progress to a Wembley semi-final. While Liverpool's form in domestic cup competition has been sparkling the League Cup's already been secured and they've scored 13 goals in their three FA Cup wins Stoke hasn't hasn't been much worse, and given the narrow finishes in their three previous fixtures this season, there's no reason to think that tomorrow will be any different.

By Chris Wright

Stoke lost 1-0 to Valencia in their Europa League last-32 first-leg tie at the Britannia, and this was the booming Mehmet Topal goal that settled it...

WOOF! You don't get much top corner-er than that!

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Photos: PA

By Chris Wright

Stoke lost 1-0 to Valencia in their Europa League last-32 first-leg tie at the Britannia, and this was the booming Mehmet Topal goal that settled it...

WOOF! You don't get much top corner-er than that!

Photos...

Photos: PA

As we enter February, the shortest month of the year (let me be the first to remind you that this year February has 29 days), Valencia's coaching staff must think this is some kind of sick joke. 8 games in 29 days. It's been done before, of course. But not quite like this. To start the month, Valencia host Barcelona at the Mestalla in the semi-finals of the Copa del Rey.

By Chris Wright

Just a quickie to keep you abreast of the fact that Peter Crouch has reportedly escaped a three-game game ban and, indeed, will be allowed to get away scot free for his sneak-attack 'finger of doom' eye-poke assault on West Brom centre-back Jonas Olsson's corneas at the Britannia at the weekend a crime that would almost certainly land you with a six-match ban at the very least in a game as uncivilised as rugby.

By Alan Duffy

Stoke City 1-2 West Bromwich Albion Premier League 21st January 2012

West Brom secured a vital three points away at a blustery Britannia against a Stoke side who never really got into their stride.

"I think I'm in danger of repeating myself here," said Kenny Dalglish when asked one question too many about his team's failure to break down a stubborn Stoke City side.
Over 44,000 Liverpudlians might have thought something similar after seeing their team's seventh draw in 11 league matches at Anfield this season.

"I think I'm in danger of repeating myself here," said Kenny Dalglish when asked one question too many about his team's failure to break down a stubborn Stoke City side.
Over 44,000 Liverpudlians might have thought something similar after seeing their team's seventh draw in 11 league matches at Anfield this season.

Tried to replicate the formation from the 2-0 win against Stoke last season, starting with three center-backs for the first time this season. Didn't work. Tried sending Carroll on for final thirty minutes. Didn't work. Bellamy couldn't change matters either. Another disappointing, frustrating draw at Anfield.

After two successive cup games, Liverpool return to league action this Saturday with a home fixture against Stoke City. The Reds have already met Tony Pulis` men on two occasions this season, suffering a contentious 1-0 defeat at the Britannia...
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Premier League Preview: Upset at the Bridge and a third defeat for United? - originally posted on Soccerlens.com

With Tottenham tied on points with Manchester United and City hitting a bump in form, the title race is becoming more wide open, and in turn it leaves three teams three of the original Big Four, Liverpool, Arsenal and Chelsea fighting it out for the fourth place.

Gerrard signed a new deal this week...Liverpool face Stoke at Anfield on Saturday in the Premier League. After a winning performance at the Etihad in the League Cup, the Reds are brimming with confidence. Interestingly, the last time visitors Stoke lost in the league was at the Etihad, Pulis's boys are on a bit of a roll.

Despite temporary setbacksCinderella always triumphs in the end. The Pantomime season started on Sunday this year with Cinderella at the Britannia Palace with your very own Mr. Christopher Foy playing Baron Hardup. There are several candidates for the Ugly Sisters, Petunia and Nasturtium. (Petty and Nasty) Shawcross and Whitehead will do for me.

What are the odds Tottenham finish in the top four? Derek McGovern's Bets of the Day

Three successive Stoke victories have finally forced pundits to accept that Tony Pulis has a realistic chance of getting the England job. Surely he can't do any worse than predecessor Martin Johnson.

Younes couldn't have picked a worse time to roll out his Petr Cech impressionWWWWDWWWWWWFOY. Tottenham's remarkable run of winning form came to a shuddering end at Stoke yesterday but the controversial decisions made by referee Chris Foy left a particularly bitter taste in the mouth.
An inept first half showing from Spurs, unbecoming of a title-chasing team, had left them 2-0 and with the prospect of scaling a metaphorical mountain in order to get anything from the game.

By Chris Wright

You may be aware that, in glorious 20-20 retrospect, Tottenham were fairly hard done to against Stoke yesterday. The Potters ran out as 2-1 winners, but it turns out that Spurs were denied by a couple of goal-line handballs, had a man sent off rather softly and saw an Emmanuel Adebayor goal disallowed for offside despite Marc Wilson playing him on by a couple of feet.

Stoke vs Tottenham 2-1 Highlights 2011 Goals Etherington Kaboul Red Video Chris Foy Referee is a post from Soccer Blogger. Follow Soccer Blogger on Twitter

Stoke vs Tottenham 2-1 Highlights 2011 Goals Etherington Kaboul Red Video Chris Foy Referee is a post from Soccer Blogger. Follow Soccer Blogger on Twitter Stoke vs Tottenham 2011 ( Stoke v Spurs video below) Final score and result:- Stoke vs Tottenham 2-1 ( Matthew Etherington*2/ Adebayor penalty) 11-12-2011- December 11, 2011- 16.

For many a tortured soul, Peter Crouch's exit from Tottenham was as good as a new signing. A two-season career which peaked in Manchester on that famous evening- briefly spiking into the green with a Young Boys beating hat-trick and the heroics in Lombardy- withered somewhat terminally in its final months.

After a disastrous run of defeats, Tony Pulis' Stoke City have made it two wins in two and their home ground is starting to look like fortress Britannia once again ahead of Sunday's televised clash.

This could be the toughest challenge yet to Scott Parker's unbeaten run as a Spurs player – a fact that he acknowledges.

Premier League Preview: Arsenal and Chelsea fight to catch up with Tottenham and Manchester City - originally posted on Soccerlens.com

With 15 points separating the top five teams in the English Premier League, the race for a top four place is well and truly on. If you bet on football, you'll know that Manchester City are still favourites for the league title but with a tough set of fixtures ahead of them, things can change very quickly.

Stoke are currently flying high (for Stoke) in 8th place and according to their internet forums, confidence about the upcoming match against us is up there to match. A bit surprising considering our run of form, but they reckon that they're the ones that can put a stop to it.
They always make it hard for us at the Britannia and they reckon that their strength in aerial and dead ball situations vs our weakness in aerial and dead ball situations will get them goals.

Luis Suarez today spoke of his delight after being named the Standard Chartered Player of the Month for an unprecedented third time in succession.
The Uruguay striker scooped October's accolade after tallying an incredible 70 per cent of your vote in a poll on this website.
Jose Enrique was named as runner-up, collecting 13 per cent of the vote, while Andy Carroll came third with four per cent.

Highlights of Newcastle United's superb 3-1 victory at the Britannia Stadim in Stoke. A second hat-trick of the season from Demba Ba (12, 40, 81 minutes) along with a superb performance from Jonas Gutierrez amnogst others sealed the win for the Magpies, and there was also a consolation penalty for Stoke's Jonathan Walters (75).

Luis Suarez doesn't suck any more, though if you follow his press clippings he's probably still a diving cheat or worse. And Liverpool can score again. Or at least Suarez can. Which will be important when the club faces off against you know who and some club or other that doesn't really matter except for the fact that he just happens to manage them on Saturday afternoon.

Suarez Brace At Britannia

Suarez celebrates... Liverpool have booked their place in the quarter finals of the League Cup after Luis Suarez put two goals in the Stoke net. Manager Kenny Dalglish was visibly delighted at the result and clearly the Reds are taking this competition very seriously.