The Football Thread - Page 1988

**jokerman** · April 17th, 2017, 10:46 AM

having just checked out the BBC website's sport section. I was surprised to find out that Newcastle have lost their last ten fixtures that have been played on a Monday.
When you add this to the fact that we've only won once this season after conceding the first goal if you are the superstitious type. It makes you wonder if there is a curse on Newcastle.
Ipswich might just off a surprise result against us today

**Old Jud** · April 17th, 2017, 11:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Ace1965

I was surprised when the lineups were announced and Mourinho left Ibrahimovic on the bench today for a very big game. But having Herrera shadow Hazard really paid off. Chelsea looked very inept. I don't think they registered a shot on goal today.

Me and thousands of other United supporters shared your surprise. But it's understandable, our best chance of Champions league football next season is to win Europe's answer to the 'Carling Cup' and we have a big game on Thursday, so resting Ibrahimovic and Mkhitaryan made sense.

I'm quite pleased at my uncanny accuracy in predicting United's results this season, I had us down to lose 1-3 against Chelsea.

**Devius** · April 17th, 2017, 04:01 PM

Championship leaders Brighton are on the brink of promotion to the Premier League after beating relegation-threatened Wigan 2-1 at the Amex Stadium.

If third-placed Huddersfield do not win at Derby (17:00 BST kick-off) then the Seagulls will return to the top flight for the first time in 34 years.

Even if the Terriers do win at Pride Park, they will have to make up a huge goal difference to prevent Brighton going up and hope the south coast side lose their remaining three games.

Full details:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/39549523

Well done to Brighton & Hove Albion manager Chris Hughton....

**snowy25** · April 17th, 2017, 04:50 PM

The bottom of the Championship is interesting. 2 teams, Rotherham and Wigan are basically down and so there is one spot left. There are now 5 teams who could realistically fill that spot. Blackburn, Forest, Birmingham, Burton and Bristol City. Blackburn are the one most in danger as they currently occupy that 3rd relegation spot but Forest are only a point in front, Birmingham 3 points and the others 4 points with 3 games left to play. Its all to play for and having a look at the fixtures most of those 5 teams are not going to get a lot of points from those 3 games. So if one of those sides can pull out a win they will more than likely be safe. Especially if its anyone other than Blackburn.

At the other end the play offs still hold interest with Leeds losing today and dropping out of the top 6. However only 2 points separate Leeds, Fulham and Sheff Weds. So just as it is at the bottom these next 3 games will have huge consequences on post season and next season.

Breaking news also:

Gianfranco Zola has resigned as manager of Birmingham City.

**bloke57** · April 17th, 2017, 05:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Devius

Championship leaders Brighton are on the brink of promotion to the Premier League after beating relegation-threatened Wigan 2-1 at the Amex Stadium.

If third-placed Huddersfield do not win at Derby (17:00 BST kick-off) then the Seagulls will return to the top flight for the first time in 34 years.

Even if the Terriers do win at Pride Park, they will have to make up a huge goal difference to prevent Brighton going up and hope the south coast side lose their remaining three games.

Full details:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/39549523

Well done to Brighton & Hove Albion manager Chris Hughton....

Cheers Devius! - I've waited 34 years for this - supported 42 years through think and thin. We are, as you say, promoted.

No way Huddersfield can make up a 31 goal gap in four games even if they do win this evening.

**bloke57** · April 17th, 2017, 06:02 PM

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Originally Posted by bloke57

No way Huddersfield can make up a 31 goal gap in four games even if they do win this evening.

...which they didn't!

**judy84** · April 17th, 2017, 07:58 PM

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Originally Posted by snowy25

The bottom of the Championship is interesting. 2 teams, Rotherham and Wigan are basically down and so there is one spot left. There are now 5 teams who could realistically fill that spot. Blackburn, Forest, Birmingham, Burton and Bristol City. Blackburn are the one most in danger as they currently occupy that 3rd relegation spot but Forest are only a point in front, Birmingham 3 points and the others 4 points with 3 games left to play. Its all to play for and having a look at the fixtures most of those 5 teams are not going to get a lot of points from those 3 games. So if one of those sides can pull out a win they will more than likely be safe. Especially if its anyone other than Blackburn.

At the other end the play offs still hold interest with Leeds losing today and dropping out of the top 6. However only 2 points separate Leeds, Fulham and Sheff Weds. So just as it is at the bottom these next 3 games will have huge consequences on post season and next season.

Breaking news also:

Gianfranco Zola has resigned as manager of Birmingham City.

Two fixtures still to come:
Terriers vs Cottagers
Owls vs Cottagers
So, still some hope for Leeds.

**victor meldrew** · April 17th, 2017, 10:26 PM

Leyton Orient and the miracle is still on, just need to win the three remaining games, while Hartlepool and Newport remain pointless.

Its rumoured Zola was having nightmares about a team in Claret & Blue and has resigned.

Seriously not sure if this is good or bad, given Birmingham are currently in a relegation dog fight and have a day trip to Villa Park on Sunday.

**BCFC_1982** · April 17th, 2017, 10:56 PM

Bristol City play Birmingham last game of the season....could be interesting and pivotal.

I hope not, and My cider army get three points against Barnsley Saturday.......as we have Brighton the week after.....gulp!

**snowy25** · April 18th, 2017, 10:34 AM

So old 'Arry is back in work. Brum have appointed Harry Redknapp as manager less than 24 hours after Zola quit. Initially he will be in charge until the end of the season he says.

April 17th, 2017, 10:46 AM	#19871
jokerman Internet Defective Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: England Posts: 4,834 Thanks: 72,872 Thanked 71,262 Times in 4,832 Posts	having just checked out the BBC website's sport section. I was surprised to find out that Newcastle have lost their last ten fixtures that have been played on a Monday. When you add this to the fact that we've only won once this season after conceding the first goal if you are the superstitious type. It makes you wonder if there is a curse on Newcastle. Ipswich might just off a surprise result against us today __________________ I am not a number I'm a free man.

April 17th, 2017, 04:01 PM	#19873
Devius Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: It's a London Thing.... Posts: 23,468 Thanks: 141,991 Thanked 228,164 Times in 23,504 Posts	Championship leaders Brighton are on the brink of promotion to the Premier League after beating relegation-threatened Wigan 2-1 at the Amex Stadium. If third-placed Huddersfield do not win at Derby (17:00 BST kick-off) then the Seagulls will return to the top flight for the first time in 34 years. Even if the Terriers do win at Pride Park, they will have to make up a huge goal difference to prevent Brighton going up and hope the south coast side lose their remaining three games. Full details: http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/39549523 Well done to Brighton & Hove Albion manager Chris Hughton.... __________________ "I've had it with them, I've had it with you, I've had it with ALL THIS - I WANT ROOM SERVICE!* I want the club sandwich, I want the cold Mexican beer, I want a $10,000-a-night hooker!"* Johnny Mnemonic (1995)

April 17th, 2017, 04:50 PM	#19874
snowy25 Vintage Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 2,274 Thanks: 6,664 Thanked 23,142 Times in 2,260 Posts	The bottom of the Championship is interesting. 2 teams, Rotherham and Wigan are basically down and so there is one spot left. There are now 5 teams who could realistically fill that spot. Blackburn, Forest, Birmingham, Burton and Bristol City. Blackburn are the one most in danger as they currently occupy that 3rd relegation spot but Forest are only a point in front, Birmingham 3 points and the others 4 points with 3 games left to play. Its all to play for and having a look at the fixtures most of those 5 teams are not going to get a lot of points from those 3 games. So if one of those sides can pull out a win they will more than likely be safe. Especially if its anyone other than Blackburn. At the other end the play offs still hold interest with Leeds losing today and dropping out of the top 6. However only 2 points separate Leeds, Fulham and Sheff Weds. So just as it is at the bottom these next 3 games will have huge consequences on post season and next season. Breaking news also: Gianfranco Zola has resigned as manager of Birmingham City. Last edited by snowy25; April 17th, 2017 at 05:05 PM..

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April 17th, 2017, 10:26 PM	#19878
victor meldrew Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: At the bottom of an empty glass Posts: 15,776 Thanks: 531,841 Thanked 179,900 Times in 15,764 Posts	Leyton Orient and the miracle is still on, just need to win the three remaining games, while Hartlepool and Newport remain pointless. Its rumoured Zola was having nightmares about a team in Claret & Blue and has resigned. Seriously not sure if this is good or bad, given Birmingham are currently in a relegation dog fight and have a day trip to Villa Park on Sunday.

April 18th, 2017, 10:34 AM	#19880
snowy25 Vintage Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 2,274 Thanks: 6,664 Thanked 23,142 Times in 2,260 Posts	So old 'Arry is back in work. Brum have appointed Harry Redknapp as manager less than 24 hours after Zola quit. Initially he will be in charge until the end of the season he says.