RedBrian84

I think thats why Rafa has gone out and signed wide players (or is in the process of buying another-Alves); Gerrard, although he had his best season goalscoring wise last campaign, is far better driving the team from the middle. Of course the Sissoko/Alonso partnership in the middle was outstanding at times last season, so it does present a selection problem- but its exactly the kind of 'problem' Benitez wants: more top quality players for every position. I think we'll find that for the majority of away games, the selection will be Gerrard on the right with Momo and Xabi in the middle, but for home games, two wingers will be deployed and Gerrard will revert to the middle.

I reckon Reina looks like the bloke singer from Aqua. And Nuno Gomes=julian casablanca from the strokes

BWP and SWP have another brother, the youngest of the three, and Shaun reckons he is better than both of them

I've been saying for some time that I believe Frank Lampard is a 'big game bottler'. It was the semi-final 1st leg at Stamford Bridge when I first thought it- not just his almost unmissable chance where he blazed over, but his performance in general; he seemed overawed by the occasion. Then again at Anfield in the return leg, he was almost anonymous. Then last seaon, he failed to show up at Old Trafford when United beat them 1-0. I mean, he let Darren Fletcher run the show, which says it all. Sure, he gets goals from the midfield, but there have not been many occasions where he has scored in 'big games'. Against Barcelona at Stamford Bridge last season he was awful, and the only contribution he made in the Nou Camp was the penalty at the end. And now the world cup- the pinnacle for most players, he simply has been woeful. Not only has he been dire, but you can tell that Gerrard's performance is affected by having to 'share' the attacking duties. Speaking of Gerrard, it is unbelievable that Lampard is rated higher (in them FIFA awards). Gerrard can do everything on a football pitch- Lampard is one dimensional. He can't tackle, he isn't especially fast, nor inspirational. When the going gets tough, he shys away from the limelight, just when the best players are supposed to stand up and be counted. He just is not the player that he is made out to be. For me, Gerrard is the best midfielder in the world, whereas Lampard doesn't even come close. Vastly overrated.

Indeed. Rest In Peace. None of them brave souls will walk alone YNWA

I reckon Dida has had a sterling tournament so far- you have to be a good 'keeper with Brazil's defence. And although he has been a sub for the main part, Carlos Tevez looks absolutley outstanding; so strong and tough to knock off the ball.great feet, too

They need to avoid argentina.From what I saw of Portugal, they look dangerous, especially that maniche driving into the area late- fat frank take note: thats how to convert a chance! Deco is their star man, so with him suspended it should make Englands chances a little better, but they are still not to be underestimated. To be honest though, England won't win it while Eriksson is being so negative, and while he insists on playing that useless gimp Hargreaves. They have some of the best players in the tournament, but I see England as an international version of Real Madrid- big names unable to work together

Diouf. And what a horrible little fuck he was too. Him and fat sam are made for each other

note: by "drop" i meant "job".shite typing skills

Pond life indeed. bitter blues cant stand us bein superior

Like to start a ruckus dont you mr knight haha.I prefer east 17 to 911

Its harsh if carra gets dropped, especially for that stupid over rated twat hargreaves. I mean, that, to me, means that mr burns believes that not only is carra not the best full back available, but that a midfielder- and a shite one at that- can do the drop better. What a complete dick that man is. Ok, so carra may not be the best full back goin forward but he's solid as fuck and 100% reliable. Hargreaves, Eriksson, England- Fuck Off

Agree with them winners predictions there, although I fancy Ukraine to do the swiss.

Liam Gallagher said once that the only thing wrong with the beatles is that they came from Liverpool. I think in turn the only thing wrong with Oasis is that they are mancs. Ive loved them from day one, despite the tune stealing. They gave the British music scene a kick up the arse, which was much needed. And although they came close to parody with heathen chemistry, I think their last album was spot on, the best since definitly maybe.They are mind blowing live, too. Top notch band. In my opinion!

Some quality games there to look forward to! I cant wait for the aussie to play italy. Id love them to send the italians back to their scandal-ridden home to face the music early. Spain v France should be excellent, as should Brazil Ghana. I fancy Argentina to win the whole thing though

Eriksson hasnt a clue! Obviously everybody already knows this. Fuckin gimp. Carra should be a nailed on starter at the back with mongo, every football fan, pro England or not, probably feels the same. I love the way he doesnt sing our shite national anthem though. Against Sweden he was just silent and focused. Im not questioning his commitment to his country, but you can tell he'd rather be wearing red and standing next to big sami. Instead he was stood next to mongo who was yelling the anthem at the top of his retarded voice. Poor carra

Essien is a horrible cheatin bastard same as the rest of the pricks who play for chelsea. Anybody who signs for that bunch of twats is a mercenary, and i dont feel any sympathy for him whatsoever. After what he did to hamaan he can fuck off

I'd hate the yanks to win it. they should stick to "gridiron" or whatever it is they play.idiots.sayin that, I'd hate to see the italians or the french winning it n all. On the England subject, I have to say im indifferent to the national team, mainly because they play far too many chavski and manc gimps for my liking. And they are run by a complete fool, who answers to a bunch of fools. The FA, coupled with the media circus that surrounds England truly pisses me off. They prevent anybody who wants them to do well from acutally liking them at all, in my opinion. Im quite patriotic- I know England isnt especially great, far from it- but I do feel quite proud to come from England. But as for whole-heartedly getting behind "our boys", I just cant do it. I cannot bring myself to cheer on Mongo or Cole the Cokehead, or fat frank.twats

I think lfc got a good deal with Bellamy and even if he has had a few off-field problems, the right boss to sort him out is rafa. six million is great, esp when the bitters forked out over 8 for a striker who could only manage 12 in the 1st division- most of them from the spot.cant wait to see bellamy in action, with crouch running wild