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On July 15 2014 03:16 Pandemona wrote:Show nested quote +On July 15 2014 02:47 Rho_ wrote:On July 15 2014 02:09 Pandemona wrote:
Ahhh thats not as bad then i thought it was like the Brazil pitches in all yellow grass but i guess was just picture quality. Im not that much against artificial grass as it saves clubs a hella lot of money. Im sure it isn't "that" different is it? I can't tell i never played on "that" kind of high quality artificial pitch that wont destroy your knees during a slide tackle that i was used to playing on xD It plays different, specifically faster. This varies pitch to pitch, but the Seattle one is faster than most soccer specific turf because that's what the NFL team prefers. Additionally, some players have a fear of it because they think they're more likely to get injured on it. However, studies indicate that the incidence of injury is similar to grass. http://www.scienceofsocceronline.com/2013/06/injury-risk-artificial-turf-vs-natural.html Ahh yeah, i knew about the science bit, but its that speed your on about which is the reason why i guess it isn't being pushed for. I know some teams in England are applying to go artificial pitches due to funding issues so i hope it catches on.
Soccer feels better on grass though. Easier to weight passes, although it is nice to always have a true bounce on the artificial grass.
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so before this season start , shall we have everyone post a picture of themselves supporting their club? makes it a little more personal
one step closer to the inevitable meet-up 
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Red Devils' Transfer Odyssey:
Time lapse: 4-5 months.
Names mentioned: Sneijder, Robben, Blind, De Vrij, Indi, Di Maria, Strootman, Vidal, Fabregas, Hummels, Garay, Mangala, Koke, Cavani, Griezmann, James Rodriguez, Kroos, Reus, Gundogan - and probably couple more...
Signed so far: Ander Herrera (Athletic Bilbao, £29 mln), Luke Shaw (Southampton FC, £31,5 mln).
It's not looking good for Manchester United. They need one classy centre-back urgently, as well as a creative central midfielder and probably a winger. But without CL qualification they will be very short of options soon, I think. Expect the deal for Vidal and perhaps one of Van Gaal's people from Netherlands squad. Other than that, I don't believe in much else happening.
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On July 15 2014 05:28 wingpawn wrote:
Red Devils' Transfer Odyssey:
Time lapse: 4-5 months.
Names mentioned: Sneijder, Robben, Blind, De Vrij, Indi, Di Maria, Strootman, Vidal, Fabregas, Hummels, Garay, Mangala, Koke, Cavani, Griezmann, James Rodriguez, Kroos, Reus, Gundogan - and probably couple more...
Signed so far: Ander Herrera (Athletic Bilbao, £29 mln), Luke Shaw (Southampton FC, £31,5 mln).
It's not looking good for Manchester United. They need one classy centre-back urgently, as well as a creative central midfielder and probably a winger. But without CL qualification they will be very short of options soon, I think. Expect the deal for Vidal and perhaps one of Van Gaal's people from Netherlands squad. Other than that, I don't believe in much else happening.
Garay to Zenit
Robben ruled out Manchester United move
Koke signed new contract with Atletico Madrid
Gundogan is injured and gotten fatter.
Reus isnt likely to leave Klopp.
Fabregas signed for Chelsea.
Mangala in talks with MCity.
Kroos about to sign for Real Madrid.
Hummels revealed that he'll continue at Dortmund.
Possible transfers: Sneijder, Blind, De Vrij, Indi, Di Maria, Strootman, Vidal, Griezzman, Carvalho, Cavani and maybe Mangala
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Martens Indi will sign for FC Porto.
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@Mensol - yeah, I know. Also, Di Maria is going to PSG, 90% sure. That list just involved all names I can think of that were linked with United for last couple of months (forgot about William Carvalho, but that's because I hardly recognize the guy).
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On July 15 2014 04:43 Kleinmuuhg wrote:so before this season start , shall we have everyone post a picture of themselves supporting their club? makes it a little more personal one step closer to the inevitable meet-up
I'll get the ball rolling I guess.
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Bonus from BC Place. 100th year of Vancouver Whitecaps FC :D
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The weeks after World Cups the perfect time to wast a lot of money on overrated players 
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Charlie Sheens House51493 Posts
Luiz Felipe Scolari resigns as Brazil head coach
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Mou quotes about messi
+ Show Spoiler +"All my respect to Messi because he played for his team and this can't be said of all players at this World Cup."
"If Messi wanted to be the phenomenon we all know he is, he'd just have played up front, close to Higuain, waiting for a chance."
"Messi sacrified himself for the team. He wanted to win, he didn't want to be topscorer or best player. He wanted to make history."
"Messi played in zones that are not his. He had to play so low that he had to cross 2-3 lines. Always had 2-3 players on him."
"Messi was trying to create something out of nothing for his team. His assist to Di Maria was for example brilliant."
Messi to chelsea confirmed.
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Rumor has it that Arsenal will sign OGC Nice/Colombia goalkeeper David Ospina for 4 million Euros.
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On July 15 2014 05:38 Mensol wrote:Show nested quote +On July 15 2014 05:28 wingpawn wrote:
Red Devils' Transfer Odyssey:
Time lapse: 4-5 months.
Names mentioned: Sneijder, Robben, Blind, De Vrij, Indi, Di Maria, Strootman, Vidal, Fabregas, Hummels, Garay, Mangala, Koke, Cavani, Griezmann, James Rodriguez, Kroos, Reus, Gundogan - and probably couple more...
Signed so far: Ander Herrera (Athletic Bilbao, £29 mln), Luke Shaw (Southampton FC, £31,5 mln).
It's not looking good for Manchester United. They need one classy centre-back urgently, as well as a creative central midfielder and probably a winger. But without CL qualification they will be very short of options soon, I think. Expect the deal for Vidal and perhaps one of Van Gaal's people from Netherlands squad. Other than that, I don't believe in much else happening. Garay to Zenit Robben ruled out Manchester United move Koke signed new contract with Atletico Madrid Gundogan is injured and gotten fatter. Reus isnt likely to leave Klopp. Fabregas signed for Chelsea. Mangala in talks with MCity. Kroos about to sign for Real Madrid. Hummels revealed that he'll continue at Dortmund. Possible transfers: Sneijder, Blind, De Vrij, Indi, Di Maria, Strootman, Vidal, Griezzman, Carvalho, Cavani and maybe Mangala
Forgot Vermaelen, but talks seem to have slowed.
For god sakes, just give them Cleverely and I'm a happy man.
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Charlie Sheens House51493 Posts
Transfer NewsThe president of Turkish outfit Besiktas claims his club is in talks with Chelsea over the possible transfer of Demba Ba. Fikret Orman has told NTV Sport:
The initial price for him was €13million (£10.3million) but we've managed to reduce it. We'll tell the media once the final deal is done.
Tottenham will staunchly resist any offers for defender Jan Vertonghen this summer, Sky Sports understands
Hannover winger Szabolcs Huszti is keen on a move to China, according to German website Borlife
Manchester United have taken highly-rated Benfica starlets Joao Filipe and Joao Virginia on trial, Sky Sports understands.
Reports in Italy say Monaco have entered the race to sign Torino attacker Alessio Cerci, who is also a target for Atletico Madrid and AC Milan
Fabio Quagliarella looks set to swap one Turin club for another, according to Gazzetta dello Sport. The Juventus striker looks set to sign for Torino after the two clubs held talks regarding a deal in the region of €3million (£2.4m).
Spain midfielder Borja Valero has pledged his long-term future to Fiorentina by signing a five-year contract extension.
Could Mats Hummels' next move be signing on the dotted line for Manchester United? The central defender is now odds-on after a number of bets this morning prompted traders to cut the price from evens.
Roger Riera confirms he is leaving Barcelona for Nottingham Forest. Was out of contract with the Catalan giants having played for their B team.
Swansea City midfielder Ki Sung-yueng has been linked with a move to Aston Villa
Hellas Verona have bought the full playing registration of midfielder Romulo from Fiorentina for an undisclosed fee.
Daryl Janmaat, The Feyenoord defender is in Newcastle to undergo a medical ahead of signing for Alan Pardew's side
Eintracht Frankfurt have been one of the clubs interested in signing Nicklas Bendtner, but the Bundesliga club have now pulled out of any deal for the former Arsenal striker.
Reports in Portugal claim that Benfica are set to launch a bid for Manchester United's forgotten forward Bebe
Arsenal’s pursuit of Sami Khedira is set to end over his £150,000-per-week pay demands.
Liverpool are poised to launch a £45million move for Marco Reus after his move from Borussia Dortmund to Barcelona did not materialise with the Catalan giants opting for Luis Suarez.
Liverpool forward Iago Aspas has joined Sevilla on a season-long loan deal
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Hope Benfica doesnt get Bebe.....
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If all those rumours came true I could field my whole bvb team in next years fantasy pl : )
I'm really excited about ManU and Liverpool. Can van Gaal lead the reds back to glory? How is Liverpool going to deal with the loss of their star and a much busier schedule?
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So...
Roger Riera, from Barcelona youth, has anyone here seen him play? I know he has good rep. Good signing for Forest i think. He probably knows he'll get games under Pearce.
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lol dat khedira greed
also i hope reus stays in the bundesliga
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