Author Topic: General Chelsea FC thread. (Read 76834 times)

Lenin. · « **Reply #960 on:** November 22, 2012, 06:29:55 pm »

Quote from: Bob Loblaw on November 22, 2012, 06:21:57 pm

Listened to the press conference. He'll be gunning for the league this year, will be fascinating but personally i hope he falls flat on his arse. Not like he could claim much credit if they did win it, see RDM, and Rafa has said it himself when asked about the job Mourinho did there .. "the owner has done a fantastic job"

It will be a magnificent achievment if he wins the league. How could it not be?

kennedy81 · « **Reply #961 on:** November 22, 2012, 06:31:45 pm »

"will the next trophy you compete for, be the next trophy you want to win...?

ARRRRRGHHHHH kill me now

Malaysian Kopite · « **Reply #962 on:** November 22, 2012, 06:31:46 pm »

'We' lost to Sao Paulo. But then he said 'we' won it later too.

Malaysian Kopite · « **Reply #963 on:** November 22, 2012, 06:32:55 pm »

Journalist made a dig at the 'as always I am focused' comment.

kennedy81 · « **Reply #964 on:** November 22, 2012, 06:34:42 pm »

that sounded like Rob Guttman at the back

Malaysian Kopite · « **Reply #965 on:** November 22, 2012, 06:34:58 pm »

Quote from: El Denzel Pepito on November 22, 2012, 06:34:03 pm

That was Rory Smith from The Times, who wrote Rafa's book. They're both mates so I'm sure it wasn't a dig, more as a reference to it.

Just a subtle joke I suppose. Didn't know it was Rory.

Jam Man · « **Reply #966 on:** November 22, 2012, 06:34:58 pm »

"Are you saying that anything in football is better than working for Hicks & Gilette?"

Xxavi · « **Reply #967 on:** November 22, 2012, 06:35:23 pm »

It's ridiculous that journos are so shocked and "fuming" by Di Matteo's short tenure and quick sacking, yet they are totally OK with the same treatment Rafa Benitez got at Inter Milan.

The journos clearly don't like Rafa, and he will have a hard time pleasing everybody.

Malaysian Kopite · « **Reply #968 on:** November 22, 2012, 06:35:34 pm »

Quote from: Jam Man on November 22, 2012, 06:34:58 pm

"Are you saying that anything in football is better than working for Hicks & Gilette?"

Twelfth Man · « **Reply #969 on:** November 22, 2012, 06:35:42 pm »

Quote from: Swright90 on November 22, 2012, 06:20:34 pm

Xavi Valero is joining the analysis team, so will not be their goalkeeping coach.

Torres once credited him for giving him information on how opposition goalkeepers react to one-on-ones. He said he was a big reason for his goals at Liverpool. So nothing to do with Gerrard's telepathy.

kennedy81 · « **Reply #970 on:** November 22, 2012, 06:36:04 pm »

who's that Steve fella?
chelsea PR man?

Alan_X · « **Reply #971 on:** November 22, 2012, 06:36:24 pm »

Quote from: Malaysian Kopite on November 22, 2012, 06:31:46 pm

'We' lost to Sao Paulo. But then he said 'we' won it later too.

When I talk about things I did with my previous practice I say 'we did such and such...' because at that time I was part of that organisation.

There's some serious over-analysis going on...

J24llen · « **Reply #972 on:** November 22, 2012, 06:36:32 pm »

Quote from: mkferdy on November 22, 2012, 06:29:20 pm

True but when one of the players is John Terry maybe he needs Zenden to look after his wife while he is away with the team

rafathegaffa83 · « **Reply #973 on:** November 22, 2012, 06:36:42 pm »

Quote from: AM76 on November 22, 2012, 06:19:15 pm

Hasnt he appointed the great Bolo Zenden in some coaching role? Strange decision if true

Makes a lot of sense. He (Rafa) might only be there for six months. Bolo is an ex-Chelsea player, who is extremely multilingual and was often used by Rafa during his time here to connect with incoming players due to his personality and linguistic skills. The "good cop" to Rafa's "bad cop"

kennedy81 · « **Reply #974 on:** November 22, 2012, 06:36:49 pm »

Quote from: Jam Man on November 22, 2012, 06:34:58 pm

"Are you saying that anything in football is better than working for Hicks & Gilette?"

that's who sounded like Rob Guttman

N0rnIr0nRed · « **Reply #975 on:** November 22, 2012, 06:38:22 pm »

just watched the press conference. all the best to rafa.

"stupid plastic flags"

kennedy81 · « **Reply #976 on:** November 22, 2012, 06:38:27 pm »

why is this bird telling us what we just fucking saw?
we're not stupid.

oh right...chelsea tv

Malaysian Kopite · « **Reply #977 on:** November 22, 2012, 06:38:30 pm »

Quote from: Alan_X on November 22, 2012, 06:36:24 pm

When I talk about things I did with my previous practice I say 'we did such and such...' because at that time I was part of that organisation.

There's some serious over-analysis going on...

Wasn't any over-analysis. Just stated a comment that made me feel warm.

Swright90 · « **Reply #978 on:** November 22, 2012, 06:38:46 pm »

Quote from: Twelfth Man on November 22, 2012, 06:35:42 pm

Torres once credited him for giving him information on how opposition goalkeepers react to one-on-ones. He said he was a big reason for his goals at Liverpool. So nothing to do with Gerrard's telepathy.

I presume that is what his job will be there. Analysing opposition goalkeepers to find their faults. So more of an attacking coach if anything

MidwestWool · « **Reply #979 on:** November 22, 2012, 06:39:16 pm »

"I can guarantee a lot of them are saying 'We wish you all the best - maybe not against Liverpool...'"

Ultimate Bromance · « **Reply #980 on:** November 22, 2012, 06:40:47 pm »

Quote from: Jam Man on November 22, 2012, 06:34:58 pm

"Are you saying that anything in football is better than working for Hicks & Gilette?"

Ahh I was wondering what that was that had him chuckling, brilliant.

Oh Caption! My Caption! · « **Reply #981 on:** November 22, 2012, 06:42:52 pm »

Chelsea fans fuming at him because he 'is doing all he can not to criticise Liverpool'

Brentieke · « **Reply #982 on:** November 22, 2012, 06:43:17 pm »

We dodged a bullet with this one.

Redman0151 · « **Reply #983 on:** November 22, 2012, 06:43:47 pm »

Quote from: MidwestWool on November 22, 2012, 06:39:16 pm

"I can guarantee a lot of them are saying 'We wish you all the best - maybe not against Liverpool...'"

I don't wish him all the best at all, I hope he has a dreadful time there and they end up relegated, I refuse to wish "good luck" to Chelsea FC or anyone apart of that club

jimmyred2010 · « **Reply #984 on:** November 22, 2012, 06:45:41 pm »

Has anyone got a video of the press conference?

manicss01 · « **Reply #985 on:** November 22, 2012, 06:46:18 pm »

I dont begrudge him but feel terribly disappointed.

This past year has amplified the tribalism within our fan-base, and rightly so. Its just hard watching him manage that disgusting club.

I have lost a lot of affinity for the man. I can understand his choice but when you pull on a rival's shirt, you cant be viewed in the same light.

rafathegaffa83 · « **Reply #986 on:** November 22, 2012, 06:46:27 pm »

Quote from: pa on November 22, 2012, 06:41:17 pm

I thought that Rafa's dignity would prevent him from joining Chelsea.
Unfortunately, he turned out to be a mercenary like the rest of the lot.

What is he supposed to do? Sit waiting in house playing chess all day hoping we come knocking on his door? He wants to stay England. This is the best opportunity, he would have at a club that will have expectations for what he is looking for himself (to win trophies). This is a platform to give him leverage for his next job.

Swright90 · « **Reply #987 on:** November 22, 2012, 06:46:37 pm »

Quote from: pa on November 22, 2012, 06:41:17 pm

I thought that Rafa's dignity would prevent him from joining Chelsea.
Unfortunately, he turned out to be a mercenary like the rest of the lot.

I know what you mean. I really wish the Madrid born former Real Vallodolid, Osasuna, Tenerife, Extremadura, Valencia and Inter Milan manager stayed loyal and faithful to a foreign club that sacked him by never managing another club again. Burn him.

MidwestWool · « **Reply #988 on:** November 22, 2012, 06:46:40 pm »

Quote from: Crosby Wych on November 22, 2012, 06:43:47 pm

I don't wish him all the best at all, I hope he has a dreadful time there and they end up relegated, I refuse to wish "good luck" to Chelsea FC or anyone apart of that club

Yet you have that avatar.

alvaro · « **Reply #989 on:** November 22, 2012, 06:48:08 pm »

I hope nobody on here is rooting for Chelsea to advance to the next stage of the Champions League.

Agger · « **Reply #990 on:** November 22, 2012, 06:49:33 pm »

Quote from: Malaysian Kopite on November 22, 2012, 06:27:46 pm

Rafa comparing his stint at Inter to Di Matteo's at Chelsea

That's not gonna go down well with the Chelsea fans..

WhiteHeat · « **Reply #991 on:** November 22, 2012, 06:50:08 pm »

Quote from: alvaro on November 22, 2012, 06:48:08 pm

I hope nobody on here is rooting for Chelsea to advance to the next stage of the Champions League.

No, but I actually wouldn't be bothered if they did win it under him- the Fleet Street scum would never be able to say another word. Rather he beat whiskey nose to the league tho.

Alan_X · « **Reply #992 on:** November 22, 2012, 06:50:35 pm »

Quote from: Swright90 on November 22, 2012, 06:46:37 pm

I know what you mean. I really wish the Madrid born former Real Vallodolid, Osasuna, Tenerife, Extremadura, Valencia and Inter Milan manager stayed loyal and faithful to a foreign club that sacked him by never managing another club again. Burn him.

rafathegaffa83 · « **Reply #993 on:** November 22, 2012, 06:50:54 pm »

Quote from: manicss01 on November 22, 2012, 06:46:18 pm

I have lost a lot of affinity for the man. I can understand his choice but when you pull on a rival's shirt, you cant be viewed in the same light.

By that logic, did we view Kenny in a different light when he was managing Blackburn? Would United fans view Dennis Law in a different light, because he played for City and scored the goal that relegated them? I don't think so in either case. Some individuals manage to become above that due to what they accomplished. Rafa will always be a legend at Liverpool, but he needs to get back into the game.

malaujai · « **Reply #994 on:** November 22, 2012, 06:53:40 pm »

Would have been interesting to hear his reception had we been playing them at home this weekend

Right, so when's the Liverpool v Chelsea preview thread going to be posted? It's only 5 months away.

And Could He Play · « **Reply #995 on:** November 22, 2012, 06:54:24 pm »

Quote from: manicss01 on November 22, 2012, 06:46:18 pm

I dont begrudge him but feel terribly disappointed.

This past year has amplified the tribalism within our fan-base, and rightly so. Its just hard watching him manage that disgusting club.

I have lost a lot of affinity for the man. I can understand his choice but when you pull on a rival's shirt, you cant be viewed in the same light.

pa · « **Reply #996 on:** November 22, 2012, 06:55:10 pm »

Quote from: manicss01 on November 22, 2012, 06:46:18 pm

I dont begrudge him but feel terribly disappointed.

This past year has amplified the tribalism within our fan-base, and rightly so. Its just hard watching him manage that disgusting club.

I have lost a lot of affinity for the man. I can understand his choice but when you pull on a rival's shirt, you cant be viewed in the same light.

Spot on mate.
I can never respect him as much I did before (and I respected and loved the man)
Also, it is a bit odd that some people seem to support Rafa more than LFC.

Garstonite · « **Reply #997 on:** November 22, 2012, 06:55:37 pm »

For the twelve billionth time, Rafa owes Liverpool Football Club NOTHING.

thelinnen · « **Reply #998 on:** November 22, 2012, 06:56:55 pm »

Quote from: Alonso. on November 22, 2012, 06:42:52 pm

Chelsea fans fuming at him because he 'is doing all he can not to criticise Liverpool'

I.e. "Damn it. He's not a complete c*nt like the rest of us"

alvaro · « **Reply #999 on:** November 22, 2012, 07:00:27 pm »

Im obviously gutted that he is coaching them but I dont hold him against it, that doesnt mean I want him to succeed though. If Chelsea lose their next 5 games I will be delighted.

ps: I also hope that nobody is posting in this thread while we are playing against Young Boys.