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If it's actually shiny that's terrible. If that's just lighting and effects then I think I'll like it. And I like the Newcastle United as the stripes.

He's made me love him even more. And now he's certainly a goner. :'(

Apologies if this has been posted: http://www.espnfc.com/blog/_/name/thematch/id/2745?cc=5901 Part 1 discusses our incredibly simple tactics, but here's part 2 which is nice to read from an outsider:

That's the worst sign I've ever seen.

It's so much easier watching us play when you're rooting for the other team.

"They don't really do comebacks, do they?" [chuckles]

We've managed at least 2 kung-fu kicks. So that's something...

What the fuck are Arsenal playing at.

Come on you Gunners. First goal at 11 minutes.

Arsenal friend just texted me: "Strong side. Not much cover in defensive midfield, but Flamini's on the bench if needed." I can't stop laughing. I told him they could play without defenders and they'd win comfortably. He has no idea how fun this is going to be for him.

Arsenal who haven't won a trophy in almost a decade. He did always manage to get the better of them and Wenger, though. Clearly there's no convincing you. You're right. Jose doesn't win big games. Never has and never will. It's all blind luck.

Weren't Liverpool a top-4 fixture most of his last stint here? What's wrong with Man Utd and Arsenal in that list? Just conveniently ignoring them?

He doesn't try to beat the top teams. It just happens by accident.

The FA Cup quote just sums him up. I've never hated someone so much.

Actively rooting for 8+ goals for them. Think it's possible if they start well.

I don't disagree that I'd rather watch Klopp or Guardiola teams, but to dismiss what Jose does is just silly. What's masterful is the level of organization in the back 4/6/8. The fact the CBs yesterday were Ivanovic and a kid making his PL debut, and it didn't matter one damn bit. The fact they sit back and somehow aren't under a constant barrage of great scoring chances. And, the most amazing thing to me is the fact that even though there are 6, 8, or more players sitting back, when the ball is cleared there always seems to be a Chelsea player getting possession. It's not the type of sitting back that invites wave after wave of pressure. It's calculated and controlled with outlets to effectively counter-attack, which is why it's successful for him so often. This isn't just dumb luck.

Sorry, I thought old, non-Premier League stuff was allowed for some reason.

New video with some rare footage: Imagine a video is here with Maradona doing loads of great stuff. Just unreal. Pardew probably would have relegated him to the bench.

Thought the exact same thing.

Embarrassing time wasting from Chelsea.

25? At least it used to be like that if I'm not mistaken. Actually no idea, that seems really high. Thought it was 10.

Mourinho didn't even bother putting a suit on today. It's truly a training match for him. Bastard.

I'll be surprised if this Chelsea team survive the first 15-20 minutes.

Really don't like him throwing in the towel this weekend. It's sad that the league title has become secondary in this age of football. Also find it amusing how good teams are allowed to readily admit they are playing weakened teams, but poor teams that do it get punished.

Fuck, I wish we hired him. That's spot on from Baines.