Holden McGroin

Harper for Englands no 1.

Im looking for a new pair as well. Have the copa mouldies but need a pair for soft ground.

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True, although I rated Elliott more highly as a youngster. Aye, Elliott I used to rate a lot, but he got that really bad injury at the start of his Bolton career and never looked anywhere near the same player. He had 2 bad knee injuries at the Toon IIRC before Bolton. I heard thats why Dogleash sold him. He had a blinder and scored a good goal against Leeds iirc in the match where he (re-) done his knee. He was never quick anyway but I think he lost a bit of pace with that. He still looked a good player though and I think I'm right in saying that Dalglish played him in every league game after he arrived often on the left of a midfield 3. He looked good there but he was sold and Pistone arrived I think got the double leg break on his Bolton debut (home debut mebbies). I seem to remember it was the Monday night after Princess Diana died, i.e. the day after our game against Liverpool was cancelled. The fucking bitch. Can remember coming downstairs and my mother telling me the game had been cancelled cos Priincess Di had died. I was gutted.......that the game was off.

I think Albert was a tad over rated as a defender. People just remember his rampaging runs (and that chip) but all in all...was an average defender imo. Defensively better than Howey and a better footballer too (especially pre-injury). They were both sweepers essentially, preferring to drop-off, I just felt Albert was better at reading the game (and in just about every other aspect) and he transformed Peacock as a player too. Peasy was on the verge of boo-boy-dom at one point. I can remember Wee John Spencer out jumping him then going on to score v Chelsea at home one year. Got his act together in the end though.

True, although I rated Elliott more highly as a youngster. Aye, Elliott I used to rate a lot, but he got that really bad injury at the start of his Bolton career and never looked anywhere near the same player. He had 2 bad knee injuries at the Toon IIRC before Bolton. I heard thats why Dogleash sold him.

True, although I rated Elliott more highly as a youngster. I thought Super Robbie would become an England international before his first bad injury. Lost 2 yards of pace after he did his knee in. Horrible luck.

I think Albert was a tad over rated as a defender. People just remember his rampaging runs (and that chip) but all in all...was an average defender imo.

I rated him. Injuries nobbled him and Elliott to shells of their former selves in the latter days.

Was that the one with the Allstars? Basile Boli played. I think I was in the gallowgate. Very young.

Is that a FACT ? zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz you ever read Cockney Wanker in The Viz? Nah, stopped reading it when I reached puberty.

Is that a FACT ?

I'm not sure I'd go that far yet. They've had a good start, but a long way to go yet (not even Sven's luck can hold out for that long ). Love the way some people blinker their opinions of Sven on their disatisfaction of his role as England coach. His club record is awesome and it's no suprise to me that Citeh have started the season as they have. Big spending and luck, just like this season (so far). What did Sven do to beat Man U? Nicked 1 goal with almost the only chance in the game and just held on. He's not a terrible manager, but he is a very lucky one. I'd love to have a lucky manager.

Im not convinced at all with the 4-3-3 especially with the current personnel. Too many players wasted out of position.

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The Specialist. Sharon Stone was one fit lady a decade ago...

Fantastic save from Reo-coca-cola. Top class.

I was very disappointed with the style of play. Was watching it with my mate: "Why do your defenders just hoof it up front when you have some class players?" Couldn't answer that....

Sorry, his credibility went down the drain with Baines fiasco. Baines fiasco or no, he's still one of the most knowledgeable posters around, and one of the most passionate supporters. What has passion got to do with it? Its when he says stuff like "100%" fact. Forgive me for not completely believing him!

Sorry, his credibility went down the drain with Baines fiasco.

Got some free tickets for this match tomorrow. Think i'll head a long. Brocky Boy. Do you know of any pubs that will be showing the Toon game afterwards?

100% 00441912611571 THEY'LL TELL YOU. We heard this before.... wouldnt chance it mate!

Get in Stevie T !

My mate is. Whats your question?? Are they all toff arseholes? Down to earth Wallsend lad. As Rob W says though there are different disciplines.