Football Thread 2016 | August | A Little Nonsense, Now And Then, Is Relished By The Wisest Men

By Yurt Go To PostJason Bourne was undoubtedly the worst movie I have seen in the last 27 years

By Auto Go To PostMorgan Freeman is terrible.

By Yurt Go To PostJason Bourne was undoubtedly the worst movie I have seen in the last 27 years

By Frustrated_me Go To PostDenzel, Training Day.

By Wedward Go To PostNothing probably. He'll just make lots of money.

By Zabojnik Go To PostI expect an apology.

By FlutterPuffs Go To PostI'm fairly certain that prime Foreman can give Tyson a fight.

By KidA Seven Go To PostI always trust Zabo.

By Zabojnik Go To PostYou might or might not regret it one day.

I may or may not be playing the long con.

"It was transfer day and a rumour of a new player had leaked. The training facilities were filled with supporters, journalists and tv was transmitting live. When we arrived at Heathrow, we had to drive to a field and switch cars so that no one would recognise the vehicle. Everyone was nice to me, and I get training clothes and number 29. I was sent to a team physician for the obligatory medical exam. While the physician is going through the tests, I'm sitting in the cafeteria, drinking a cup of washy English coffee. I'm dressed in the club colours, in the civilian outfit of the professional football player, meaning a t-shirt, shorts and flip-flops. Players pass by on the way to today's training. I knew a few of them, as they were French, and we small-talk a bit. The physician fetches me, and I'm driven quickly to a hospital for a X-ray exam. Something's wrong. We return to the training facilities. I'm put in a situation that reminds me of a talent show on tv. I'm standing in front of a jury, in Arsenal clothes, the cd with my X-ray images, and bad posture. In front of me sits the team physician, the sporting director, and the powerful manager Arsene Wenger, who has run the club with an iron fist and a low-key attitude for almost 20 years. The physician starts speaking. He understands that Arsenal is a big thing for me and that my hopes have been lit, but the back problem is too bad, and he's sorry. He lays down the facts. There are three cases of vertebral fractures, and I'm out for atleast 4-6 weeks. I'm shocked - disappointed, but I understood. Against the evidence of the X-ray images, neither boyhood dreams or arguments help. I understand. 'If you're injured, you're injured', I say, but in truth I was angry as hell. There's silence in the room. Wenger hasn't said anything. He hasn't even looked at his colleagues as they inform me of their logical verdicts. He thinks for himself. I wait for him to say something. He sighs, and says 'The transfer windows shuts in a few hours. It's impossible to find a replacement. Either I take you or no one.' Surprised, the others turn to the big boss. No one knows how he'll continue, but they know that his words are law. It's evident that he has not anchored his decision among the rest of the staff. Wenger decides. "You'll stay, heal, and train. I'll take you when you're fit.

By FlutterPuffs Go To PostIs Lacazette really that good or are you guys pushing for this because it's the only decent choice available?

By Zabojnik Go To PostSo how shit is the new Independence Day, exactly?

By rossonero Go To PostHoly shit, this OP. Great job lads and an awesome idea by FF2.

Fancy some RL?

Gazzetta claiming Palermo transfer market is blocked due to a lack of payment to Pencil Hill over the Paulo Dybala transfer to Juventus. Zamparini owes Pencil Hill 10m€ and must pay 5m upfront. However, he's only sent 2.5m to the group.

By rossonero Go To PostHoly shit, this OP. Great job lads and an awesome idea by FF2.

Fancy some RL?

By flinbad the flailer Go To PostThe more I consider it, the more I'm convinced Diego Costa would be the perfect transfer for us this summer.

How much, hypothetically, would he cost?

By Barzul Go To PostWeddy you seen that post from Kim Kallstrom about his time at Arsenal? His view on Wenger really struck me and emphasized my beliefs on just how much power Wenger has at Arsenal. Hint: It's an incredible amount, see the bolded. It's why I think he needs to leave for his and our sake, that much unrestricted power is detrimental to success imo.

By FortuneFaded Go To PostYour souls.

By Esch Go To PostHitch is my favorite romcom. Ugh.

By Yurt Go To Postand what a shame that would be, it's the only thing that separates them from Juve.

By flinbad the flailer Go To PostWell, that and a fuckton of capital.

By Hitch Go To PostAny of you guys still use mp3 players?

My Walkman's USB port is pretty much fucked, need a new one with 4gb+ storage and physical buttons. Has to be sturdy as well since I'm dropping it all the time.

By Hitch Go To PostOh ffs

Karius has broken his hand, out for 2 months

So that's Mignolet in goal for our toughest run of fixtures. Season over.

By Hitch Go To PostAny of you guys still use mp3 players?

My Walkman's USB port is pretty much fucked, need a new one with 4gb+ storage and physical buttons. Has to be sturdy as well since I'm dropping it all the time.

By Hitch Go To PostOh ffs

Karius has broken his hand, out for 2 months

So that's Mignolet in goal for our toughest run of fixtures. Season over.

By Freewheelin Go To PostUse your phone?

By Yurt Go To PostAuto is a racist, what a surprise.

12T, you on?