Back

So this blog is back. Apologies for the gap, but I got stuck into a new job which is very busy. I will try and get some commentary.

On the season so far, it's been an interesting one. Jose, Martin, Sam, all gone. Out of my predictions, I think Arsenal have made me look the most unstupid, Newcastle the opposite.

The big story

Okay, so Kevin Keegan at Newcastle, then.

Well, well, well. I have to admit to being a Newcastle fan, though not from the area (my Dad's family is). I fell in love with them during Keegan's time in the 90s. They played such incredible football, arguably establishing the Premiership as a quality league. Witness this match:



The big questions seems to be about whether he can sort the defence out, whereas I feel he needs to get about 20 centre forwards in to play the football he made them play.

My prediction - he'll do well and it'll all end in tears.

McLeish mental

Alex McLeish looks at his footballing textbook and turns to the chapter marked "The Lawrie Sanchez Method".

Step 1 - Leave international job for low-end Prem team.
Step 2 - Fill squad with previous international players.
Step 3 - Do predictably terribly.
Step 4 - Cash compensation cheque after relegation.

Seriously, £5.75m for James McFadden?

Choice quote

“Kevin is his own man and will make his own
decisions. But it is my club...” - Alan Shearer