"I think that's going to be difficult because we have got a lot of new players, so I am kind of preparing myself for an even start."
There it is, just as I prophesied.
I don't get this reasoning at all. Or is this a joke?
Atlético are no bigger than Borussia Dortmund.
No but they're obviously a better team at the moment who had more success last season.
"Obviously"? Wouldn't say that. Yes they were more succesful last season but BVB have been one of Europe's best for several years.
Alan Pardew reveals plan to emulate Newcastle United's Entertainers in new season
http://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/alan-pardew-reveals-plan-emulate-7603407