Originally Posted by Alex Ferguson
thante vadam polinje ?
mwaaan urulathe chellu
pottan kalikkuvano..??
Man utd made him a star.. when he came he was nothing... there could be someone new....
to me , ronaldo was never a man utd player... it was imminent that he wanted to move to real.. glad that it is over...no doubt we will miss him.. but hopefully nani/tosic/valencia/Ljajic will step-up...
and for rooney doubters,
YouTube - Rooney Free Kick
the very first free kick he took for man utd on his debut....
there is no point comparing the financial powers....manu has the right to makethat 9 million is actually nothing compared to the trophies won by united and the prize money involved in it.....
this is excluding the income from ticket sales and merchandise which Liverpool can only dream of....
in fact , you will never know the transfer money involved in any of these deals.. some are conditional and some are unconditional... and the clubs wont disclose the original money involved most of the times... so the calculations based on the exact amounts do not prove anything... measure it by success... and United are miles ahead... had rafa been able to be successful (atleast half of what SAF has achieved) , I would have rated him... he is more suited for knock out competitions than EPL... where consistent performances bring success...
having said this, i honestly believe Liverpool stand a chance to win the Title next year.. Hope it is the same as their "Next year is ours" chant
and use money..liverpools situation has not been so well for some time..i just said during the recent past the financial difference b/w some teams and the others has had an effect on deciding the winners...
for me last season was one of utter dissappointment..aarenthokke paranjaalum 11 against 11 we were the best team in the league..only 2 losses,most no. of goals,a 6-2 agg. score against the eventual champions is all testimony for this..but we were desperately unlucky to have our 2 MOST important players injured for a large part..every team will not be at their best each time..be it manu or liv..in these games the team needs these players...we dint have them..nor did we have replacements...manu had lots
them..that was the difference...the best team didnt win the league..the best squad did..
then,there is no point comparing f ergie and rafa now...rafa is just 4 years old in pl..and fergie is 22..rafa is more successful than fergie was at this stage..that too without the financial support that fergie enjoyed...may be rafa will not become as successful..but lets see..dont tell he is a knockout manager..ha has won 2 la liga titles...
Last edited by Sanchaari; 06-13-2009 at 11:51 AM.
ivanmaar kondoii ini qualify cheyyathe pokoo... oru high altitiudum koppum.. argentina illatha world gup....
am also a die hard argentina fan...
qualify okke cheyyum...pakshe imo high altitude maathramalla prashnam..i seriously doubted maradona's abilities as manager...and i think unfortunately the doubts r becoming a reality...world cup aavumpozhekkum kazhinja thavanathe pole kidukkan aayal mathiyayirunnu...
but... kure kaalamaayi quarterinappuram pokunnilla.. entho oru daurbhagyamund.. ethra kud set upilaayaalum avide ethumpol kaalidarum..am also a die hard argentina fan...
qualify okke cheyyum...pakshe imo high altitude maathramalla prashnam..i seriously doubted maradona's abilities as manager...and i think unfortunately the doubts r becoming a reality...world cup aavumpozhekkum kazhinja thavanathe pole kidukkan aayal mathiyayirunnu...
Kerala BO Betting Zone is here
http://www.forumkeralam.com/malayala...ting-zone.html
ethanonnum prayasamilla.. adutha kali brazilumayi home groundilanu..pinne ini 5th aayal thanne ocean groupile teamonnum valiya prashnamakillahmm.. ecudorumaayi just 2 pointsinte vyathyasam.. eni oru kali Brazilumaayaanu.. pinne peru okkeyaanu.. randu kaliyenkilum jayichal ethaam.. 5th aanel oceana groupumaayi kalichu jayikkanam..
argentinayude defence valare weak aanu..athu shariyakaathe rakshayilla..but... kure kaalamaayi quarterinappuram pokunnilla.. entho oru daurbhagyamund.. ethra kud set upilaayaalum avide ethumpol kaalidarum..
last time argentina were the best team..they were very unlucky in the quarter..coach oru mandatharam kaanichathum adiyaayi...riquaelmiye valichath thettayippoyi..goalikk parikk pattiyath kaaranam messiye irakkaanum pattiyilla..pandaramadangan..but... kure kaalamaayi quarterinappuram pokunnilla.. entho oru daurbhagyamund.. ethra kud set upilaayaalum avide ethumpol kaalidarum..
Confederations Cup 2009
Since 1997, the Confederations Cup (in its current format) has pitted the top ranked teams in each federation against each other in a tournament that is more than just a test of World Cup facilities.
The competition is contested by the winners of each of the six FIFA confederation championships (CAF, CONMEBOL, UEFA, AFC, OFC, CONCACAF), along with the FIFA World Cup winner (Italy), and the host country (South Africa.)
And this year should see a thrilling contest. With the likes of current champions Brazil, Italy and Spain involved there is bound to be a good standard of football, while the U.S, Iraq and Egypt could spring a few surprises.
Host nation South Africa and minnows New Zealand are unlikely to make waves but, in the build up to the 2010 World Cup, all the teams will be keen to set down markers for their potential success next summer. Below is a team-by-team guide for the tournament, which culminates in the final at Ellis Park on June 28.
GROUP A
SOUTH AFRICA
Nearly half of Joel Santana's squad plays in South Africa's Premier Soccer League, so the decision to drop Blackburn striker Benni McCarthy seems odd as Bafana Bafana failed to qualify for the 2006 World Cup or African Cup of Nations in Angola. Mounting criticism and a lack of confidence may hinder their progress and they will struggle to assert themselves, as just two teams have won the trophy on home soil.
QUALIFICATION: Hosts.
COACH: Joel Santana.
PLAYER TO WATCH: Steven Pienaar. With McCarthy out of the side, all eyes will be on the tricky Everton winger. Off the back of a great season in England, the midfielder should be a constant attacking threat.
PREDICTION: Group Stage.
SPAIN
One of the best performing teams in the world at the moment, the European champions are currently undefeated in 31 games, since February 2007. Playing fast, attacking football, the Spanish have a great spine of talent including Iker Casillas, Sergio Ramos, Xavi and David Villa and are a joy to watch. They are probably favourites for the title and will take some stopping in what appears to be a very easy group for them.
QUALIFICATION: 2008 European Championships.
COACH: Vicente Del Bosque.
PLAYER TO WATCH: Fernando Torres. Having spent a vast majority of Liverpool's season on the sidelines, El Nino should be fighting fit and in top form for his country. A worrying prospect for the rest of the teams.
PREDICTION: Winners.
IRAQ
Probably their biggest moment on the international stage, given that their last major appearance was in Mexico 1986, Iraq will be keen to show the world what they can do. Having faced some difficult times of late, their football side won the 2007 AFC Asian Cup, but failed to qualify for the 2010 World Cup. Coach Bora Milutinovic has only been there since April, but has vast experience and his side may cause a shock or two.
QUALIFICATION: 2007 AFC Asian Cup.
COACH: Bora Milutinovic.
PLAYER TO WATCH: Nashat Akram. Showing great vision and a strong mental game, the 24-year-old playmaker is a vital part of the Iraqi side and starred in their Asian Cup win. Steve McClaren has just snapped him up for FC Twente.
PREDICTION: Semi-finals.
NEW ZEALAND
In their third competition, New Zealand have yet to rack up any points in the group stages. The minnows of Oceania are massive underdogs as most of their side are predominantly Wellington-based and not regulars in a high-quality league. Blackburn Rovers defender Ryan Nelson is a big miss and Celtic's Chris Killen is the jewel in an otherwise unspectacular crown, so don't expect the All Whites to challenge anyone but South Africa.
QUALIFICATION: 2008 Oceania Nations Cup.
COACH: Ricki Herbert.
PLAYER TO WATCH: Shane Smeltz. The A-League Player of the Year has notched up 12 goals for Wellington Phoenix and set a new record for NZ by scoring in six consecutive matches. Also keep an eye out for 17-year-old West Brom striker Chris Wood.
PREDICTION: Group Stage.
GROUP B
UNITED STATES
Drawn in a very tough group, it will be hard for the U.S. to compete with the likes of Italy or Brazil. Steve Cherundolo's hip injury leaves them a little short in defence and coach Bob Bradley has still to resolve the ongoing problem at left back; but it is the U.S side's fourth appearance in the competition and they have finished third on two occasions, so their fans will have high expectations.
QUALIFICATION: 2007 CONCACAF Gold Cup.
COACH: Bob Bradley.
PLAYER TO WATCH: Landon Donovan. After a brief flirtation with Bayern Munich, the striker returned to the L.A. Galaxy where he bagged five goals in nine games at the start of the MLS season to cement his reputation as one of the U.S' finest.
PREDICTION: Group Stage.
ITALY
With their trademark, tough defensive style, the Italians are in the sights of the other sides as they are the current World Champions. The Azzurri are once again guided by Marcello Lippi, the man that led them to that title, but their ageing squad is in need of freshening up. Making their debut in the competition, Italy still have a great squad, full of experienced professionals who will be right at home among the world's best.
QUALIFICATION: 2006 World Cup.
COACH: Marcello Lippi.
PLAYER TO WATCH: Luca Toni. With just 13 goals for Bayern Munich this season the giant frontman will be keen to show his calibre in South Africa. His form at Euro 2008 was disappointing, but he certainly has the ability to prove his critics wrong.
PREDICTION: Semi-finals - Third Place.
BRAZIL
The 2005 winners of the Confederations Cup are the most successful side in the competition as they also won it in 1997, but only one team has ever defended their title. Under Dunga, Brazil have received a fair bit of criticism, but have some exceptionally talented players and now look a strong defensive unit as well as having their trademark flair. Although there is no Ronaldinho or Ronaldo, it is a chance for the new breed to shine.
QUALIFICATION: 2007 Copa America.
COACH: Dunga.
PLAYER TO WATCH: Alexandre Pato. After a great season with AC Milan, Pato is improving in leaps and bounds and has all the tools at his disposal to cause the opposition defences many problems.
PREDICTION: Losing finalists.
EGYPT
The best team in Africa at the moment, the Pharoahs have won back-to-back African Nations Cups and are a very consistent side. Hassan Shehata has instilled a great team spirit - notably dropping Mido from his squad - and the big boys will have to be on their game if they are to overcome them. They do not have the best record in global competitions, but will be keen to prove themselves on the world stage.
QUALIFICATION: 2008 African Nations Cup.
COACH: Hassan Shehata.
PLAYER TO WATCH: Mohamed Aboutrika. A real talent, the midfielder has been a threat for the Pharoah's in both goals and assists and came second in the 2008 African Footballer of the Year award.
PREDICTION: Group Stage
confederations cup from tomorrow...
live on espn
one match at 7.30..but one will b at midnight
i predict spain to win it..
torres,villa,xavi,fabregas.alonso,ramos...
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