Premier League Season Opener(08/16/2008) 
7:30
[Be Right Back Countdown]5 minutes 
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:30 
7:37
The Gaffer: 
Welcome to the start of what will perhaps be the greatest Premier League season ever!
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:37 The Gaffer
7:37
The Gaffer: 
Cup of tea in hand, football jersey on, this feels like Christmas Eve.
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:37 The Gaffer
7:37
[Comment From AhmedAhmed: ] 
Cover it Live eh? Nice one Chris, looking forward to the blow-by-blow coverage. Sunderland to pull a quick one, you think?
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:37 Ahmed
7:38
The Gaffer: 
Welcome Ahmed. Sunderland? No chance of a win, but I'm predicting a surprise draw. Depends which Sunderland shows up though. The fighting spirited team, or Roy Keane's army.
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:38 The Gaffer
7:39
[Comment From ChadChad: ] 
I'm currently watching the Olympics. Balboa's commentating makes me cringe.
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:39 Chad
7:40
The Gaffer: 
Welcome aboard Chad. I still can't believe Balboa has a job in commentating!
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:40 The Gaffer
7:42
The Gaffer: 
Should be interesting to see what happens today in the match at Emirates. How much of a gulf will there be between the Gunners and West Brom?
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:42 The Gaffer
7:42
[Comment From ChadChad: ] 
First day--anything can happen.
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:42 Chad
7:43
The Gaffer: 
Nice shot of Emirates Stadium on Setanta Sports right now
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:43 The Gaffer
7:44
The Gaffer: 
West Brom in away shirts (yellow) with no sponsor's names on 'em. Feels like the old days!
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:44 The Gaffer
7:45
[Comment From BetoBeto: ] 
Top of the morning...
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:45 Beto
7:45
The Gaffer: 
Morning Beto. Welcome aboard.
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:45 The Gaffer
7:45
The Gaffer: 
Arsenal and West Brom walk out on to the pitch.
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:45 The Gaffer
7:45
[Comment From AhmedAhmed: ] 
Should be interesting to see how Mowbray's charges play at the Emirates. Who's fit to play for l'Arse?
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:45 Ahmed
7:46
The Gaffer: 
Bendtner a surprise start for Arsenal.
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:46 The Gaffer
7:46
[Comment From MarkMark: ] 
good morning... those blank shirts look strange.
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:46 Mark
7:46
The Gaffer: 
Definiitely. Makes West Brom look like amateurs.
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:46 The Gaffer
7:46
The Gaffer: 
Toure on the bench alongside 16 year old Jack Wilshere.
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:46 The Gaffer
7:46
The Gaffer: 
Bendtner preferred to Van Persie.
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:46 The Gaffer
7:46
[Comment From GratefullawyerGratefullawyer: ] 
buckle your seatbelts here we go again
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:46 Gratefullawyer
7:47
The Gaffer: 
Bloody hell, welcome back Gratefullawyer! We've missed you!
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:47 The Gaffer
7:47
[Comment From MarkMark: ] 
They look like a whole team full of refs
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:47 Mark
7:47
The Gaffer: 
LOL Mark!
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:47 The Gaffer
7:47
[Comment From BetoBeto: ] 
It's good to be back Gaffer- good summer? Oh no I had RVP starting in my fantasy team...
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:47 Beto
7:47
The Gaffer: 
Excellent summer and well rested for the new season. Let's hope this is a good one.
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:47 The Gaffer
7:48
[Comment From ChadChad: ] 
Eboue in the center of midfield?
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:48 Chad
7:48
[Comment From GratefullawyerGratefullawyer: ] 
thank you im ready to go but hell i got this game on and the brazil game and what about belguim 3 goals playing a man down
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:48 Gratefullawyer
7:49
[Comment From BetoBeto: ] 
Bentner's been solid in pre-season
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:49 Beto
7:49
The Gaffer: 
West Brom to kick off
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:49 The Gaffer
7:49
The Gaffer: 
Anyone here not have Setanta?
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:49 The Gaffer
7:49
[Comment From BetoBeto: ] 
My setanta is going nuts
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:49 Beto
7:50
The Gaffer: 
Mine too. Scrambled. I have Setanta Broadband. You Beto?
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:50 The Gaffer
7:50
The Gaffer: 
Seems to be OK now though.
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:50 The Gaffer
7:50
[Comment From MarkMark: ] 
me too
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:50 Mark
7:50
[Comment From AhmedAhmed: ] 
i don't have TV and you're going on about setanta...
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:50 Ahmed
7:50
[Comment From MarkMark: ] 
technical difficulties! nice way to start the season
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:50 Mark
7:50
[Comment From BetoBeto: ] 
try justin.tv
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:50 Beto
7:51
The Gaffer: 
Everything looks perfect at the Emirates. Beautifully groomed pitch.
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:51 The Gaffer
7:51
[Comment From BetoBeto: ] 
i don't have tv either
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:51 Beto
7:51
[Comment From GratefullawyerGratefullawyer: ] 
someone else has fd justin
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:51 Gratefullawyer
7:51
The Gaffer: 
Arsenal has a 2nd corner after quick start
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:51 The Gaffer
7:52
The Gaffer: 
Free kick to West Brom after one of the defenders got hurt in a challenge.
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:52 The Gaffer
7:52
The Gaffer: 
Arsenal look like they're hungry for an early goal.
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:52 The Gaffer
7:53
[Comment From GratefullawyerGratefullawyer: ] 
nasir scores
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:53 Gratefullawyer
7:53
[Comment From MarkMark: ] 
ugh
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:53 Mark
7:53
The Gaffer: 
Nasri slots the ball in after a pass from Denilson. Goal. 1-0 Arsenal!
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:53 The Gaffer
7:53
The Gaffer: 
That was an easy goal for Arsenal.
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:53 The Gaffer
7:54
[Comment From BetoBeto: ] 
Denilson taking the corner kicks...
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:54 Beto
7:54
[Comment From GratefullawyerGratefullawyer: ] 
and i dropped him from my fantasy team last night way to go coach
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:54 Gratefullawyer
7:54
The Gaffer: 
I added Nasri to my fantasy team last night. Nice!
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:54 The Gaffer
7:54
[Comment From ChadChad: ] 
Awesome. I put Nasri on my fantasy team at th last second.
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:54 Chad
7:54
The Gaffer: 
West Brom with a free kick that floats over the top.
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:54 The Gaffer
7:55
[Comment From BetoBeto: ] 
i swapped nasri for theo
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:55 Beto
7:55
The Gaffer: 
Maybe Theo will get a hat trick?
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:55 The Gaffer
7:55
The Gaffer: 
Almost 2-0 to Arsenal after a header by Walcott cleared off the line.
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:55 The Gaffer
7:55
[Comment From BetoBeto: ] 
what a start...
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:55 Beto
7:55
[Comment From MarkMark: ] 
it is nice to see Theo starting the match
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:55 Mark
7:56
The Gaffer: 
This will be Walcott's season, I'm convinced.
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:56 The Gaffer
7:56
[Comment From BetoBeto: ] 
He's solidified his position
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:56 Beto
7:56
The Gaffer: 
West Brom look nervous on the attack.
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:56 The Gaffer
7:56
[Comment From Phil McThomasPhil McThomas: ] 
Good morning everyone
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:56 Phil McThomas
7:57
The Gaffer: 
Welcome Phil. Let's hope Boro look as good as Arsenal does right now.
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:57 The Gaffer
7:57
The Gaffer: 
Arsenal is exploiting the left wing and Baggies look incapable of stopping those runs and attacks down that flank.
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:57 The Gaffer
7:58
The Gaffer: 
Nasri shoots but gets a corner, West Brom clears.
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:58 The Gaffer
7:58
The Gaffer: 
Offside for Ishmael Miller for Baggies.
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:58 The Gaffer
7:58
[Comment From Phil McThomasPhil McThomas: ] 
You've gone native Gaffer...one thing I can't help myself with is using "Arsenal are" instead of "Arsenal is"
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:58 Phil McThomas
7:59
[Comment From Phil McThomasPhil McThomas: ] 
People at work just think I'm dumb
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:59 Phil McThomas
7:59
[Comment From BetoBeto: ] 
Gaffer, what is your prediction or your game with Forrest?
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:59 Beto
7:59
The Gaffer: 
0-0 unfortunately, Beto. Swansea and Forest always seem to end up nil-nil.
Saturday August 16, 2008 7:59 The Gaffer
8:00
The Gaffer: 
Phil, isn't 'Arsenal is' technically correct, though?
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:00 The Gaffer
8:00
The Gaffer: 
Gallas with a brilliant shot
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:00 The Gaffer
8:00
The Gaffer: 
Wide, but what a powerful shot that was about two feet past the post
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:00 The Gaffer
8:01
The Gaffer: 
Adebayor looks like he's on fire today.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:01 The Gaffer
8:01
[Comment From BetoBeto: ] 
my setanta is a few secods delayed
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:01 Beto
8:02
The Gaffer: 
Mine too. Gratefullawyer knew about the goal a good 10-15 seconds before I saw it happen on my Setanta Broadband connection.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:02 The Gaffer
8:02
[Comment From BetoBeto: ] 
Hey ahmed- have you tried justin.tv, they have three channels showing the game
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:02 Beto
8:03
The Gaffer: 
Scott Carson with a poor kick into touch.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:03 The Gaffer
8:03
[Comment From GratefullawyerGratefullawyer: ] 
belguim 3 italy 2
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:03 Gratefullawyer
8:03
The Gaffer: 
How did Belgium look Grateful?
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:03 The Gaffer
8:03
[Comment From GratefullawyerGratefullawyer: ] 
dont know game is on later belguim went to ten men first half and came from behind to win
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:03 Gratefullawyer
8:03
The Gaffer: 
West Brom is offering nothing so far.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:03 The Gaffer
8:04
[Comment From BetoBeto: ] 
Go Belgium!!! I hope Liverpool's kit makers look at the away kits for the Belgians- they are quality
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:04 Beto
8:04
The Gaffer: 
Everything has gone a bit quiet at Emirates.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:04 The Gaffer
8:05
The Gaffer: 
West Brom with long punts that are reaching no one.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:05 The Gaffer
8:05
[Comment From ChadChad: ] 
I hope American brewers look at the beer from the Belgians- they are quality.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:05 Chad
8:05
[Comment From BetoBeto: ] 
lol
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:05 Beto
8:06
The Gaffer: 
Adebayor again dangerous down the left wing, but stopped by Barnett
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:06 The Gaffer
8:06
[Comment From GratefullawyerGratefullawyer: ] 
yes i vote for belguim beer but have you tried the omengang brewery from new york they make a great belguim style beer, henepin, three profesors
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:06 Gratefullawyer
8:06
[Comment From ChadChad: ] 
Yes, Hennepin.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:06 Chad
8:06
[Comment From BetoBeto: ] 
where's TT?
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:06 Beto
8:07
The Gaffer: 
He should be here shortly. He's probably on the treadmill right now but will be here for Everton v Blackburn.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:07 The Gaffer
8:07
The Gaffer: 
Sagna shoots, deflected around post for corner.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:07 The Gaffer
8:07
The Gaffer: 
Baggies clear.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:07 The Gaffer
8:07
[Comment From ChadChad: ] 
Goal Brazil.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:07 Chad
8:08
The Gaffer: 
Nice to hear the Baggies fans outsinging the Gunners, and a bit of banter back and forth.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:08 The Gaffer
8:08
The Gaffer: 
Scott Carson with another poor clearance.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:08 The Gaffer
8:09
The Gaffer: 
West Brom cannot thread that throughball to their strikers.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:09 The Gaffer
8:09
The Gaffer: 
Arsenal looks extremely comfortable right now and full of confidence.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:09 The Gaffer
8:10
[Comment From Johnathan StarlingJohnathan Starling: ] 
Throughball...they can't thread more than a single pass together right now.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:10 Johnathan Starling
8:10
The Gaffer: 
Welcome Johnathan!
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:10 The Gaffer
8:10
The Gaffer: 
West Brom can play, but they need to calm down and focus on possession. Right now, they look awful.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:10 The Gaffer
8:11
[Comment From ChadChad: ] 
Another Brazil goal.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:11 Chad
8:11
The Gaffer: 
21 minutes in and all the Baggies have done is attempt one free kick over the bar.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:11 The Gaffer
8:11
[Comment From BetoBeto: ] 
hey John
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:11 Beto
8:12
The Gaffer: 
Shot by Bendtner right to Carson.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:12 The Gaffer
8:12
[Comment From Johnathan StarlingJohnathan Starling: ] 
Thanks for the kinds words Beto
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:12 Johnathan Starling
8:12
The Gaffer: 
West Brom playing a 4-5-1
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:12 The Gaffer
8:13
The Gaffer: 
Yet another corner for Arsenal. How many is that? 6?
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:13 The Gaffer
8:13
The Gaffer: 
Nice header by Bendtner, just wide for Arsenal. That would have been a goal if it was on target.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:13 The Gaffer
8:14
The Gaffer: 
What does everyone think of the new design feature by Umbro where the collars are designed into the shirt, so they're not actually collars but they look like 'em?
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:14 The Gaffer
8:14
The Gaffer: 
West Brom has the same collar design.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:14 The Gaffer
8:14
[Comment From ChadChad: ] 
meh.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:14 Chad
8:15
The Gaffer: 
It's like Umbro is trying to be retro by being modern. The new Scotland shirt has it too.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:15 The Gaffer
8:16
The Gaffer: 
Wow, corner for West Brom.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:16 The Gaffer
8:16
[Comment From Phil McThomasPhil McThomas: ] 
Sorry Gaffer, stepped away. "Arsenal is" is American, "Arsenal are" is British...I think
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:16 Phil McThomas
8:16
The Gaffer: 
Ahhh..
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:16 The Gaffer
8:16
The Gaffer: 
Ishmael Miller looks promising for Baggies.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:16 The Gaffer
8:17
The Gaffer: 
Cross comes into the box and behind the goal-line by Brunt. Wasted chance for Baggies.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:17 The Gaffer
8:18
The Gaffer: 
Poor pass by Brom right to Arsenal. Immediately lost possession.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:18 The Gaffer
8:18
The Gaffer: 
West Brom fan texting his wife: "We're going down"
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:18 The Gaffer
8:19
The Gaffer: 
Do-Heon with a rare shot for Brom.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:19 The Gaffer
8:19
The Gaffer: 
Deflected around post for corner.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:19 The Gaffer
8:20
The Gaffer: 
Arsenal clear and go on a blistering attack, but headed away by Neil Barnett.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:20 The Gaffer
8:20
[Comment From Johnathan StarlingJohnathan Starling: ] 
Was that their first shot from open play? Seems that way.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:20 Johnathan Starling
8:20
The Gaffer: 
Yep
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:20 The Gaffer
8:20
The Gaffer: 
Sagna comes close again for Arsenal.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:20 The Gaffer
8:21
[Comment From Phil McThomasPhil McThomas: ] 
1-0 after loads of pressure is Typical Arsenal isn't it? Well, last year it was 0-0 after loads of pressure. But as usual, lots of possession, not many goals
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:21 Phil McThomas
8:22
The Gaffer: 
very true. arsenal has had at least 10 good chances in front of goal, but they haven't wasted any yet. They've all been chances they're created rather than opportunities lost.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:22 The Gaffer
8:22
[Comment From Johnathan StarlingJohnathan Starling: ] 
Gerrard is fit and will play and Berbatov has traveled with Spurs but is not expected to be in the starting lineup. Per TWI Radio via Sirius
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:22 Johnathan Starling
8:23
The Gaffer: 
Looks like Berba will join ManU on Monday then, reading between the lines.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:23 The Gaffer
8:24
The Gaffer: 
Nice run and shot by Eboue, way past post.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:24 The Gaffer
8:24
The Gaffer: 
Brunt with nice cross to Miller in the box, but Arsenal scramble the ball away.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:24 The Gaffer
8:25
The Gaffer: 
West Brom is slowly getting into the game and have created a couple of decent chances.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:25 The Gaffer
8:25
The Gaffer: 
With Arsenal 1-0 up, a quick goal on the counter from West Brom and it could be a totally different game.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:25 The Gaffer
8:26
The Gaffer: 
Ishmael Miller again with a decent run, but blocked by Arsenal. Nice combination work between him and Chris Brunt.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:26 The Gaffer
8:27
The Gaffer: 
Ishmael Miller with a 1-on-1 with Almunia, but flagged offside.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:27 The Gaffer
8:28
The Gaffer: 
Free kick for Arsenal from left wing. Cleared by West Brom.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:28 The Gaffer
8:28
The Gaffer: 
Inswinging cross by Arsenal, cleared by Baggies.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:28 The Gaffer
8:29
The Gaffer: 
West Brom is looking a lot more comfortable on the ball again with nice touches around midfield, but again a sloppy pass.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:29 The Gaffer
8:29
[Comment From YannickYannick: ] 
Hey everyone.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:29 Yannick
8:29
The Gaffer: 
Yannick from Jamaica, welcome back sir!
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:29 The Gaffer
8:29
[Comment From BetoBeto: ] 
hey
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:29 Beto
8:29
[Comment From YannickYannick: ] 
Thanks Gaffer!
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:29 Yannick
8:29
[Comment From GratefullawyerGratefullawyer: ] 
morning yannick
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:29 Gratefullawyer
8:30
[Comment From YannickYannick: ] 
Morning all.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:30 Yannick
8:30
The Gaffer: 
Four minutes to half-time. Be sure to stick around for a fun video treat.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:30 The Gaffer
8:31
The Gaffer: 
Nasri with a nice shot on goal. Looks impressive so far.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:31 The Gaffer
8:32
The Gaffer: 
Baggies playing with eight defenders in the box, with Do-Hoen in midfield and Miller up front. 8-1--1 formation for Baggies
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:32 The Gaffer
8:32
[Comment From BetoBeto: ] 
just finnished whipping up some cream for waffles, I wish we had bacon...
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:32 Beto
8:33
The Gaffer: 
Veggie omelette coming up for me here at EPL Talk HQ.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:33 The Gaffer
8:33
[Comment From GratefullawyerGratefullawyer: ] 
beto ill have a waffle and a cup of coffee thanks
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:33 Gratefullawyer
8:33
[Comment From BetoBeto: ] 
i hope RVP comes in the second half
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:33 Beto
8:34
The Gaffer: 
Because he's on your fantasy team or you want him to come on for Bendtner?
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:34 The Gaffer
8:34
[Comment From IanIan: ] 
I'm just on as a commenter now because I can't get logged in properly. But from watching this match, I haven't missed a lot anyway
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:34 Ian
8:35
The Gaffer: 
Morning Ian, no worries. We can figure it out at halftime.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:35 The Gaffer
8:35
[Comment From IanIan: ] 
I will say it's really nice to have the gorgeous Emirates pitch on my screen again. I'd like to see WBA make it interesting
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:35 Ian
8:35
[Comment From YannickYannick: ] 
good to see Nasri off to a scoring start.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:35 Yannick
8:35
The Gaffer: 
Half-time whistle
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:35 The Gaffer
8:36
The Gaffer: 
West Brom starting to get into the match, but it's been all Arsenal so far. 1-0 thanks to Nasri.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:36 The Gaffer
8:36
The Gaffer: 
And here's a video treat for you guys.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:36 The Gaffer
8:36
[Video file]Steve McClaren  Play
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:36 
8:41
[Comment From IanIan: ] 
Ouch! My eyes burn from the McClaren video
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:41 Ian
8:41
[Comment From Phil McThomasPhil McThomas: ] 
Shecond Shoice Schteeve, as the Fiver are now calling him
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:41 Phil McThomas
8:41
[Comment From IanIan: ] 
Best thing about Setanta is the lack of halftime commercials. They at least show weak filler.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:41 Ian
8:42
Do you believe Arsenal will be stronger or weaker than last season?
Stronger
 ( 41% )
Weaker
 ( 59% )

Saturday August 16, 2008 8:42 
8:42
The Gaffer: 
a movie about rugby? oh my
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:42 The Gaffer
8:43
The Gaffer: 
hmm, looks like people are voting that Arsenal will be weaker this season.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:43 The Gaffer
8:44
The Gaffer: 
The loss of Flamini is key. Hleb won't be missed that much, I believe.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:44 The Gaffer
8:46
[Comment From YannickYannick: ] 
hehe, not any more. It seems more people have voted that Arsenal will be stronger now.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:46 Yannick
8:46
The Gaffer: 
Back to 50/50. Interesting.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:46 The Gaffer
8:47
The Gaffer: 
Wonder if there'll be a new episode of I'm On Setanta Sports today?
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:47 The Gaffer
8:47
[Comment From YannickYannick: ] 
never mind it's back to 50-50
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:47 Yannick
8:48
The Gaffer: 
Boro v Spurs is next for Setanta. Could be the match of the weekend.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:48 The Gaffer
8:48
[Comment From YannickYannick: ] 
scratch my last message, it changed right after I typed that.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:48 Yannick
8:48
Ian: 
Well, hello there again!
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:48 Ian
8:48
[Comment From YannickYannick: ] 
I'm looking forward to seeing Spurs play.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:48 Yannick
8:48
The Gaffer: 
Welcome aboard Ian :)
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:48 The Gaffer
8:49
[Comment From BetoBeto: ] 
gents- be right back, I have to go to the hardware store- GCFI breaker for on of the kitchen plugs and some light bulbs. Listen on Sirius on the road.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:49 Beto
8:49
The Gaffer: 
See ya later mate
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:49 The Gaffer
8:49
[Comment From MarkMark: ] 
Sunderland beating Liverpool will be the match of the weekend
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:49 Mark
8:49
Ian: 
I have to say that the Olympic matches have been better than I expected. But Balboa and Brandi Chastain are just horrible

Saturday August 16, 2008 8:49 Ian
8:50
The Gaffer: 
It's quite possible Mark. Remember how Sunderland shocked Spurs on the opening day of last season. And Liverpool looked dreadful against Standard Liege.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:50 The Gaffer
8:50
Ian: 
I like Sunderland to make a nice little move up the table. Maybe 10th or ninth.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:50 Ian
8:51
The Gaffer: 
I can't believe how Liverpool dealt with the Barry transfer saga. If they want him, pay up. It just seems like they're trying to get him on the cheap, but Villa would rather keep him than lose him for a much smaller transfer fee.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:51 The Gaffer
8:51
[Comment From YannickYannick: ] 
omg, Balboa is still trying to commentate? And now they've added Brandi Chastain???? sigh...
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:51 Yannick
8:51
Ian: 
Yeah, Yannick, apparently NBC didn't watch the world cup and hear how horrible he was

Saturday August 16, 2008 8:51 Ian
8:51
The Gaffer: 
Robin Van Persie getting ready to come on for Arsenal, maybe?
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:51 The Gaffer
8:52
Ian: 
We'd be able to tell in HD, Gaffer. :-)
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:52 Ian
8:52
The Gaffer: 
Nasri praying before game starts
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:52 The Gaffer
8:52
The Gaffer: 
Quite a long prayer there mate.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:52 The Gaffer
8:52
[Comment From MarkMark: ] 
That Barry transfer saga was a joke
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:52 Mark
8:52
[Comment From GratefullawyerGratefullawyer: ] 
balboa is great isnt he the one that said bradley time waste card was a good move
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:52 Gratefullawyer
8:53
The Gaffer: 
For me, I'll always associate Balboa with Dave O'Brien. They were made for each other.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:53 The Gaffer
8:53
Ian: 
That would be him, Lawyer.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:53 Ian
8:53
Ian: 
Side comment that I wanted to make earlier: Hate the new Arsenal shirt.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:53 Ian
8:53
The Gaffer: 
Second half kicks off in glorious sunshine of north London.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:53 The Gaffer
8:53
The Gaffer: 
I quite like it.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:53 The Gaffer
8:54
The Gaffer: 
Less traditional, yes. But sleek.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:54 The Gaffer
8:54
The Gaffer: 
No singing at Emirates yet for beginning of second half.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:54 The Gaffer
8:55
The Gaffer: 
Greening knocked off the ball by Walcott. FK to West Brom.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:55 The Gaffer
8:55
Ian: 
A little too 80s for my taste, but there have been a lot worse.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:55 Ian
8:55
Ian: 
Bad miss by Adebayor
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:55 Ian
8:55
The Gaffer: 
The 80s are making a comeback. Poison was in concert in my town last week.Yikes.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:55 The Gaffer
8:56
The Gaffer: 
Awful miss. Man, I'm about 20 seconds behind you Ian.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:56 The Gaffer
8:56
The Gaffer: 
Tried to curl it in, but the shot went well wide.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:56 The Gaffer
8:56
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Saturday August 16, 2008 8:56 
8:57
Ian: 
Oh man!!!! WBA deserved that. Great stop off the line by the Arsenal defense. And I'll try to wait about 20 second before posts like that!
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:57 Ian
8:57
The Gaffer: 
Ooo. West Brom almost scored.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:57 The Gaffer
8:57
The Gaffer: 
Djourou and Almunia getting pumped up after that one.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:57 The Gaffer
8:58
The Gaffer: 
Again, Ishmael Miller with a great shot, saved, and then a follow-up shot saved off the line.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:58 The Gaffer
8:58
Ian: 
ANOTHER miss from Adebayor
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:58 Ian
8:59
The Gaffer: 
Whew. That was close, though. Not a bad effort by Adebayor.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:59 The Gaffer
8:59
Ian: 
back up in a sec. kid needs more cheerios. doesn't he know what day it is?!
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:59 Ian
8:59
The Gaffer: 
yes, nice throughball by nasri to open up adebayor.
Saturday August 16, 2008 8:59 The Gaffer
9:00
[Comment From Johnathan StarlingJohnathan Starling: ] 
Maybe cliche, but Arsenal needs a second goal here and stat. West Brom has already given a scare. Arsenal may not have the chance of a second scare.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:00 Johnathan Starling
9:01
The Gaffer: 
I agree. Arsenal needs to put their authority on the game and grab another which will kill West Brom.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:01 The Gaffer
9:01
The Gaffer: 
I can see Ishmael Miller getting a bucketful of goals this season.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:01 The Gaffer
9:02
[Comment From GratefullawyerGratefullawyer: ] 
is he on your fantasy team yet
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:02 Gratefullawyer
9:02
The Gaffer: 
lol, not yet. but he could be a good bargain buy.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:02 The Gaffer
9:03
The Gaffer: 
I put Darren Bent as my captain, hoping he can bang in a few against Boro today.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:03 The Gaffer
9:03
[Comment From GratefullawyerGratefullawyer: ] 
just seeing coach if you would stick your neck out for the player lol
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:03 Gratefullawyer
9:05
The Gaffer: 
That's what is so frustrating about Adebayor and why I don't have him on my fantasy team. He goes through spells where he's awful, and other spells where he has a scoring streak.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:05 The Gaffer
9:05
[Comment From LesLes: ] 
A nice, exciting start to the season!
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:05 Les
9:06
The Gaffer: 
Definitely. Welcome Les.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:06 The Gaffer
9:06
The Gaffer: 
West Brom fans in good spirit enjoying their day out in London.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:06 The Gaffer
9:06
The Gaffer: 
West Brom relying on breakaways
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:06 The Gaffer
9:07
The Gaffer: 
Any West Brom fans here?
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:07 The Gaffer
9:07
The Gaffer: 
RVP warming up.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:07 The Gaffer
9:08
[Comment From YannickYannick: ] 
I'm a WBA fan!! I've officially ditched ManU for the Baggies. (only kidding)
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:08 Yannick
9:08
The Gaffer: 
Whew, good chance for Arsenal there, but they fluffed the shot.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:08 The Gaffer
9:09
The Gaffer: 
Anyone else getting a blank screen on Setanta every few minutes, for a second?
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:09 The Gaffer
9:09
[Comment From GratefullawyerGratefullawyer: ] 
i thought rvp was on the all injury team with louie saha
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:09 Gratefullawyer
9:10
[Comment From LesLes: ] 
Not me, I'm streaming it on Sky.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:10 Les
9:10
[Comment From LesLes: ] 
If Louis Saha was a horse he would've been shot long ago.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:10 Les
9:10
[Comment From YannickYannick: ] 
Gratefullawyer: hahaha. The all injury team would be quite a good team. :P
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:10 Yannick
9:11
The Gaffer: 
Craig Bellamy would be the star striker.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:11 The Gaffer
9:11
[Comment From YannickYannick: ] 
Les: LOL
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:11 Yannick
9:11
The Gaffer: 
Who else would be on it?
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:11 The Gaffer
9:11
[Comment From GratefullawyerGratefullawyer: ] 
yeah jonathan woodgate owen hargraeves
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:11 Gratefullawyer
9:11
[Comment From YannickYannick: ] 
Who would be their goalkeeper though?
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:11 Yannick
9:11
[Comment From LesLes: ] 
Anyway, I can see West Brom scoring a late equalizer to spoil Arsenal's party if Arsenal doesn't put the game to bed soon.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:11 Les
9:11
[Comment From LesLes: ] 
Ledley King
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:11 Les
9:12
[Comment From LesLes: ] 
Kirkland definitely
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:12 Les
9:12
The Gaffer: 
Absolutely
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:12 The Gaffer
9:12
[Comment From LesLes: ] 
Or Given
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:12 Les
9:12
[Comment From MarkMark: ] 
Kirkland
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:12 Mark
9:12
The Gaffer: 
Gerrard as captain
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:12 The Gaffer
9:12
[Comment From GratefullawyerGratefullawyer: ] 
kirkland
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:12 Gratefullawyer
9:13
[Comment From GratefullawyerGratefullawyer: ] 
we forgot king michael owen
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:13 Gratefullawyer
9:13
The Gaffer: 
and viduka
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:13 The Gaffer
9:13
[Comment From LesLes: ] 
Good call
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:13 Les
9:14
[Comment From MarkMark: ] 
i think there are a few too many strikers on the squad.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:14 Mark
9:15
[Comment From GratefullawyerGratefullawyer: ] 
messi puts argentina up 1 0 over the dutch
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:15 Gratefullawyer
9:15
The Gaffer: 
When is the final scheduled for the Olympics?
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:15 The Gaffer
9:15
The Gaffer: 
Sherrill Macdonald on for West Brom.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:15 The Gaffer
9:15
[Comment From LesLes: ] 
Looks like Argentina vs. Brazil in the next round!
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:15 Les
9:16
Les: 
23rd is the final
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:16 Les
9:16
The Gaffer: 
RVP getting ready to come on for Bendtner.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:16 The Gaffer
9:16
Yannick: 
Thanks Gaffer
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:16 Yannick
9:16
Les: 
Thanks
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:16 Les
9:17
If this chat/liveblogging feature was available throughout the season, would you use it and visit it frequently?
Yes
 ( 95% )
No
 ( 5% )

Saturday August 16, 2008 9:17 
9:17
Gratefullawyer: 
thanks
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:17 Gratefullawyer
9:18
Phil McThomas: 
Is this game as dull as it sounds?
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:18 Phil McThomas
9:18
Les: 
At times
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:18 Les
9:18
The Gaffer: 
lol, it's slowed down quite a bit in the second half.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:18 The Gaffer
9:18
Johnathan Starling: 
The 10 am offering makes for interesting viewing. I think my tired and tested three pronged system will take effect. Boro/Spurs on TV, Everton/Blackburn on SIrius and Hull City/Fulham on Setanta Broaband 2.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:18 Johnathan Starling
9:18
The Gaffer: 
Arsenal looks comfortable with the 1-0 lead, but aren't pushing as hard as they can.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:18 The Gaffer
9:19
Phil McThomas: 
Can I plug my new Premier league site?
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:19 Phil McThomas
9:19
The Gaffer: 
Talk about multi-tasking Johnathan!
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:19 The Gaffer
9:19
The Gaffer: 
Sure Phil
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:19 The Gaffer
9:19
Gratefullawyer: 
it begins to look like a typical arsenal game dominance to the point you want to watch something else or hope for an opposition goal to liven it up
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:19 Gratefullawyer
9:19
Phil McThomas: 
Record a bunch of games in the morning, then go to
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:19 Phil McThomas
9:19
The Gaffer: 
Toure coming on for Gunners to replace Walcott
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:19 The Gaffer
9:19
Phil McThomas: 
CleverFootball.com
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:19 Phil McThomas
9:19
Les: 
Why did Toure not start? Is it because he contracted malaria?
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:19 Les
9:19
Phil McThomas: 
It will give you post-match ratings...but nothing else
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:19 Phil McThomas
9:19
The Gaffer: 
Correct
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:19 The Gaffer
9:20
Phil McThomas: 
So you can decide which game to watch...avoid the dud 0-0 draws
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:20 Phil McThomas
9:20
Les: 
Top site Phil
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:20 Les
9:20
Phil McThomas: 
Cheers Les...just the beginning, will grow it in the coming months
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:20 Phil McThomas
9:20
Mark: 
I hate watching a match when I know the result
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:20 Mark
9:20
The Gaffer: 
It's a great idea, Phil. One question, would there be any spoilers? i.e. could I safely visit the site and see what games everyone votes I should watch, but not know what the final result was for each of em?
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:20 The Gaffer
9:21
The Gaffer: 
What? Ishmael Miller coming off?
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:21 The Gaffer
9:21
The Gaffer: 
Roman Bednar coming up for Miller.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:21 The Gaffer
9:22
The Gaffer: 
Good chance for WBA but poor pass again.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:22 The Gaffer
9:22
Phil McThomas: 
No spoilers gaffer
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:22 Phil McThomas
9:22
Phil McThomas: 
Also..no voting...it's all done with the Computer Brain
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:22 Phil McThomas
9:23
The Gaffer: 
Nice. I love the idea of it. When will it be live?
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:23 The Gaffer
9:23
Phil McThomas: 
Today...now
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:23 Phil McThomas
9:23
Mark: 
Interesting idea there, Phil. Do you guys tend to watch recorded matches? I rarely watch if I can't watch live...
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:23 Mark
9:24
The Gaffer: 
I'll definitely use it tomorrow because I'm going to be on the road with the family, and won't get home until late. So I'll want to find out which one is the best one to watch so I spend my time in the most valuable way.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:24 The Gaffer
9:24
Phil McThomas: 
I almost never watch live
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:24 Phil McThomas
9:24
Phil McThomas: 
I tend to be doing family stuff on Saturday morning
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:24 Phil McThomas
9:24
Phil McThomas: 
Then catch up at lunchtime or the afternoon
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:24 Phil McThomas
9:24
Mark: 
It was good to hear that 430am alarm this morning. ;-)
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:24 Mark
9:25
Phil McThomas: 
I got too annoyed with watching rubbish games...that had finished but I didn't know it was a 0-0
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:25 Phil McThomas
9:25
Johnathan Starling: 
I don't think I got to bed until 4:30 this morning. The Olympics have killed my typical sleep schedule
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:25 Johnathan Starling
9:25
Mark: 
The matches are usually over by the time my family gets out of bed!
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:25 Mark
9:25
The Gaffer: 
I usually watch live on Saturdays and DVR on Sundays and weeknights. The hardest thing is trying to avoid the scoreline though before I've seen the game.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:25 The Gaffer
9:26
The Gaffer: 
Eboue with a nice shot knocked away for a corner
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:26 The Gaffer
9:26
The Gaffer: 
Gallas scuffed it over the net
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:26 The Gaffer
9:27
The Gaffer: 
Emirates sounds very quiet so far. my prediction for this match was 1-0.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:27 The Gaffer
9:27
The Gaffer: 
craig beattie coming on for baggies.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:27 The Gaffer
9:27
The Gaffer: 
Chris Brunt off. He was another player who had a good game today for WBA
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:27 The Gaffer
9:27
Mark: 
What sort of score range will the matches be rated on, Phil? What score would a crap 0-0 draw? What about a super exciting match? We can try to predict what score your computer will give this game...
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:27 Mark
9:27
Johnathan Starling: 
At this point, I'll take 2-0 instead of 1-1. I'd rather have 30 points instead of -20. Prefer 60 though.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:27 Johnathan Starling
9:28
The Gaffer: 
Quickest way to piss off a WBA supporter: Call his team West Brom!
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:28 The Gaffer
9:28
The Gaffer: 
They prefer the full name, West Bromwich Albion.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:28 The Gaffer
9:28
The Gaffer: 
When you think about it, it's a pretty unique name for a team. How many other sports clubs do you know by the name Albion?
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:28 The Gaffer
9:28
Johnathan Starling: 
Sound as fickle as Manchester United supporters getting mad at Man U
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:28 Johnathan Starling
9:28
Mark: 
All the teams should add Albion!
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:28 Mark
9:28
The Gaffer: 
RVP header at Carson.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:28 The Gaffer
9:29
Les: 
Burton Albion, Brighton & Hove Albion
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:29 Les
9:29
Les: 
It adds a nice ring to it
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:29 Les
9:30
The Gaffer: 
Phil, good question by Mark above, if you missed it.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:30 The Gaffer
9:30
Mark: 
That was a crap run by Adebayor
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:30 Mark
9:30
The Gaffer: 
Adebayor was too greedy and shoud have passed it.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:30 The Gaffer
9:31
The Gaffer: 
Makes you wonder how Arsenal will do this season if Adebayor continues his poor run of form. What other options are there?
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:31 The Gaffer
9:31
Johnathan Starling: 
Pass the ball into the net.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:31 Johnathan Starling
9:31
The Gaffer: 
lol
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:31 The Gaffer
9:31
Gratefullawyer: 
wakciott
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:31 Gratefullawyer
9:31
Les: 
Vela could be given a run-out
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:31 Les
9:31
The Gaffer: 
West Brom with a corner.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:31 The Gaffer
9:32
The Gaffer: 
Yes, vela looks very good indeed.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:32 The Gaffer
9:34
The Gaffer: 
RvP with a nice turn and shot, but wide once again for Gunners
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:34 The Gaffer
9:34
The Gaffer: 
So how would we rate this game on Clever Football?
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:34 The Gaffer
9:35
Mark: 
boring
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:35 Mark
9:35
The Gaffer: 
second half, especially, yes.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:35 The Gaffer
9:36
Johnathan Starling: 
Is it just me or do Arsenal look too scared to shoot?
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:36 Johnathan Starling
9:36
The Gaffer: 
7 WBA defenders in the box. No way around them.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:36 The Gaffer
9:36
Gratefullawyer: 
1-1 dutch have tied it
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:36 Gratefullawyer
9:37
Phil McThomas: 
I'm going to punch in the details in a second and we'll see what the Computer Brain gives it
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:37 Phil McThomas
9:37
Gratefullawyer: 
on a free kick that bounced to an open dutch pl;ayer
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:37 Gratefullawyer
9:38
Les: 
Anybody remember Chopra's winner for Sunderland against Spurs on the first day last season in injury time?
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:38 Les
9:38
The Gaffer: 
yep. deja vu, you think Les?
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:38 The Gaffer
9:38
Mark: 
You have to enter the details manually, phil?
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:38 Mark
9:38
Phil McThomas: 
Right now it's a manual job
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:38 Phil McThomas
9:38
Mark: 
So you can't even use your own site to aid your viewing?
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:38 Mark
9:39
Phil McThomas: 
Soon it will be automatic
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:39 Phil McThomas
9:39
Les: 
Just reminiscing a bit, I guess.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:39 Les
9:39
Mark: 
ok
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:39 Mark
9:39
Phil McThomas: 
I know Mark...I have to spoil every game for myself until I automate
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:39 Phil McThomas
9:39
The Gaffer: 
lol
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:39 The Gaffer
9:39
Phil McThomas: 
That's a good carrot though!
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:39 Phil McThomas
9:39
The Gaffer: 
one more minute left at emirates.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:39 The Gaffer
9:40
Mark: 
after that you can get back to recording SoccerShout every day?
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:40 Mark
9:40
Johnathan Starling: 
If you need a co-host, I'm game
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:40 Johnathan Starling
9:40
Gratefullawyer: 
ok whats next...
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:40 Gratefullawyer
9:40
Les: 
Emirates Library STILL quiet
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:40 Les
9:40
[Comment From tokyotokyo: ] 
over
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:40 tokyo
9:40
Gratefullawyer: 
i fell like im just ing getting to the buffet line this morning back to the argentina game
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:40 Gratefullawyer
9:41
The Gaffer: 
Welcome TT
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:41 The Gaffer
9:41
Phil McThomas: 
LOL Mark....daily soccershout is a Loooonnnngggg way off
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:41 Phil McThomas
9:41
Phil McThomas: 
If I could quit me job...
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:41 Phil McThomas
9:41
tokyo: 
sorry tech probs
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:41 tokyo
9:41
The Gaffer: 
Not a cracker, but a good win for Arsenal who is now top of the league.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:41 The Gaffer
9:41
Les: 
They already were, lol
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:41 Les
9:41
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Saturday August 16, 2008 9:41 
9:42
Phil McThomas: 
CleverFootball.com verdict: 4.6 out of 10
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:42 Phil McThomas
9:42
tokyo: 
tech prob being the bastards at the gym didn't show this game so i missed first half, how was it compared to 2nd?
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:42 tokyo
9:42
Phil McThomas: 
THAT would hopefully discourage you from watching it if there were better options available
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:42 Phil McThomas
9:42
Mark: 
sounds about right
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:42 Mark
9:42
Les: 
Way better
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:42 Les
9:43
The Gaffer: 
First half was much better. Second half was a walk.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:43 The Gaffer
9:43
The Gaffer: 
Anyone watching Warren Barton's debut on Fox Soccer Match Day?
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:43 The Gaffer
9:43
Johnathan Starling: 
It's confirmed, Berbatov is starting from the bench
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:43 Johnathan Starling
9:43
Les: 
Well, now that the game is over I have some errands to run. It's been a pleasure chatting with all of you. Cheers.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:43 Les
9:43
The Gaffer: 
Setanta Dublin studio back
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:43 The Gaffer
9:43
Johnathan Starling: 
nope, watching Setanta pregame
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:43 Johnathan Starling
9:43
The Gaffer: 
See you again Les. Thanks.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:43 The Gaffer
9:44
The Gaffer: 
Phil, if you want to write up an article about the new Clever Football rating system, feel free to post it at EPL Talk. There are a ton of people who will be able to benefit from that great idea.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:44 The Gaffer
9:45
The Gaffer: 
Pat Dolan with a smart haircut for a change.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:45 The Gaffer
9:45
The Gaffer: 
Not the Ronaldo story again. I'm sick of it.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:45 The Gaffer
9:45
tokyo: 
brb
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:45 tokyo
9:45
Phil McThomas: 
Thanks Gaffer...I logged in this morning...will do a Boro report later too
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:45 Phil McThomas
9:45
Phil McThomas: 
Must dash now. Bye all
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:45 Phil McThomas
9:45
The Gaffer: 
Nice. Thanks.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:45 The Gaffer
9:45
The Gaffer: 
Cheers
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:45 The Gaffer
9:45
Mark: 
see ya, phil
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:45 Mark
9:45
Yannick: 
Bye
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:45 Yannick
9:46
The Gaffer: 
For the next matches, we have Everton v Blackburn, Boro v Spurs and Hull v Fulham.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:46 The Gaffer
9:46
Mark: 
How do you think Ince wil do this season at Blackburn
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:46 Mark
9:47
The Gaffer: 
Not as well as Mark Hughes last season. This will be one of those transition years for Blackburn. He'll make some mistakes but will learn quickly.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:47 The Gaffer
9:48
The Gaffer: 
It's a big jump from MK Dons to Blackburn.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:48 The Gaffer
9:48
Mark: 
I like Ince, but I can see them slipppng down to around 12th
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:48 Mark
9:49
The Gaffer: 
Definitely agree. Should be interesting to see if Santa Cruz can build on last season's excellent form.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:49 The Gaffer
9:49
[Comment From SamSpurSamSpur: ] 
Berbatov on the bench for spurs
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:49 SamSpur
9:50
The Gaffer: 
Welcome SamSpur. Yep, looks like Berba may be going to ManU on Monday, I think.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:50 The Gaffer
9:50
SamSpur: 
thanks gaffer
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:50 SamSpur
9:50
SamSpur: 
Yep, Arshavin in too
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:50 SamSpur
9:50
The Gaffer: 
lets hope so.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:50 The Gaffer
9:50
Mark: 
Arshavin is in or looks like he will be in
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:50 Mark
9:50
Mark: 
?
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:50 Mark
9:50
Yannick: 
You mean Arshavin might be going to Spurs don't you?
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:50 Yannick
9:51
The Gaffer: 
Correct
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:51 The Gaffer
9:51
Mark: 
Ok, I was wondering if I had missed that one.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:51 Mark
9:51
SamSpur: 
Spurs: Gomes, Assou-Ekotto, Woodgate, Dawson, Zokora, Jenas, Modric, Bentley, Lennon, Giovani, Bent
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:51 SamSpur
9:51
Yannick: 
hehe yeah had me a little confused at first.
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:51 Yannick
9:51
Mark: 
Lennon is in?!
Saturday August 16, 2008 9:51 Mark
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