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Quote from: Sutters Mill on August 07, 2018, 06:17:06 AM

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Thing is Man Utd didn’t bring him in to finish 3rd, 4th or 5th did they? He’s on massive wages, if they wanted to be also rans they could have kept Van Gaal or even Moyes.

Mourinho has to compete seriously for the PL or CL this season or else he’ll get sacked ino.

But Mourinho isn't a magician. He can only work with the squad he's got and when City, Liverpool, and Spurs all have much stronger squads imo there's not much he can do about it, hence why fourth and a Champions league play off spot is probably the best they can hope for. I think that would be a successful season for them. Maybe they can shine in other tournaments/cups but I don't think they've got a chance with the Premier League and this isn't Jose's fault (imo). If they can't win it with Mourinho then I doubt they'll be able to win it with anyone else either. Teams blame managers for too much these days and I don't think they should be sacked the moment they don't win the league. If United finish 7/8/9th then maybe, but not top 3/4/5th especially considering the strength of their opponents.

Sorry but I disagree, see the image below. Since Mourinho was employed he’s spent the 2nd highest amount (net spend) on transfer fees. He’s got nobody to blame but himself, this is his squad.

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Quote from: nickname19 on August 07, 2018, 06:41:50 AM

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Liverpool did good on transfer market so far: a goalkeeper (Alisson), central (Keita) and defensive midfield(Fabinho), and a winger(Shaqiri). Their variety of attacking players is incredible: Salah, Firmino, Mane, Sturridge + more. I think this season they have a solid chance and there is a great value to bet on them for the title.

Wow I really like your opinion, I also believe that liverpool this season will have a greater chance of becoming an English Premier League champion, I think Liverpool's first match against West Ham can be a decisive start to the season well, let's wait for the surprise that Liverpool FC will give this season.

Now they have a lot of options for rotation in squad and will definitely attack the title. Last year they could have still beat any team but season is long enough, so they needed more class players.

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Quote from: vd309 on August 07, 2018, 04:12:25 AM

Liverpool did good on transfer market so far: a goalkeeper (Alisson), central (Keita) and defensive midfield(Fabinho), and a winger(Shaqiri). Their variety of attacking players is incredible: Salah, Firmino, Mane, Sturridge + more. I think this season they have a solid chance and there is a great value to bet on them for the title.

Wow I really like your opinion, I also believe that liverpool this season will have a greater chance of becoming an English Premier League champion, I think Liverpool's first match against West Ham can be a decisive start to the season well, let's wait for the surprise that Liverpool FC will give this season.

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Quote from: LFC_Bitcoin on August 07, 2018, 05:19:48 AM

Thing is Man Utd didn’t bring him in to finish 3rd, 4th or 5th did they? He’s on massive wages, if they wanted to be also rans they could have kept Van Gaal or even Moyes.

Mourinho has to compete seriously for the PL or CL this season or else he’ll get sacked ino.

But Mourinho isn't a magician. He can only work with the squad he's got and when City, Liverpool, and Spurs all have much stronger squads imo there's not much he can do about it, hence why fourth and a Champions league play off spot is probably the best they can hope for. I think that would be a successful season for them. Maybe they can shine in other tournaments/cups but I don't think they've got a chance with the Premier League and this isn't Jose's fault (imo). If they can't win it with Mourinho then I doubt they'll be able to win it with anyone else either. Teams blame managers for too much these days and I don't think they should be sacked the moment they don't win the league. If United finish 7/8/9th then maybe, but not top 3/4/5th especially considering the strength of their opponents.

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Yeah I second this. I think they selected Mourinho for a reason as he was supposed to rejuvenate the team and turn things around for the better after the failed attempts by the famous yet unsuccessful previous United managers. Mourinho was regarded at the time as one of the top managers in the world (some would argue he was the best), but I think he has lost a lot of his lustre since his first tenure at Chelsea. I think he just doesn't cut it any more, and I am kinda getting tired of his crazy excuses after failing to win important matches. I mean, there surely are less expensive managers that can respond wittily to journalists' questions all the while looking gloomy and dejected on camera lol Grin

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Quote from: Sutters Mill on August 07, 2018, 05:15:32 AM

Quote from: vd309 on August 07, 2018, 04:12:25 AM

Liverpool did good on transfer market so far: a goalkeeper (Alisson), central (Keita) and defensive midfield(Fabinho), and a winger(Shaqiri). Their variety of attacking players is incredible: Salah, Firmino, Mane, Sturridge + more. I think this season they have a solid chance and there is a great value to bet on them for the title.

I don't think there's enough value on them for me to put money backing them tbh. City will probably take it again as they're still a much stronger squad imo, but I think Liverpool will have no problem with finishing runners up and I would prefer them to win over Manchester any day.

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^ Yup and he hasn't really stayed at a single club for more than 4 years or so. If he leaves this season or at the next season then Man United would be his 'greatest failure'. He was brought in to win the league and play attacking football, but nada... He could at least give United fans the latter.

Well I am a United supporter. I am not gonna lie, after Sir Alex Ferguson's retirement all the managers have failed to achieve anything substantial. I am starting to wonder if Mourinho's era hasn't already run its course and he needs to go now. I could care less about who the next manager would be, honestly. Big name or no-name manager it doesn't matter as long as they manage to win a trophy again. United have been in shambles since Ferguson left and the only significant trophy for that period of time was the Europa League cup last year. That's not enough for Mourinho to stay.

Looks to me like he’s trying to get himself sacked. Have you seen all his comments in press conferences moaning constantly?

Fergie would fucking hate him I think.

I don't think he's trying to get himself sacked but just softening the blow for when he does so he has an excuse to fall back on. I don't think they should sack him unless they do terrible but they've got the squad to finish in the top 5 and they should be able to get third place I think this year but I'd probably put them at fourth place I think.

Thing is Man Utd didn’t bring him in to finish 3rd, 4th or 5th did they? He’s on massive wages, if they wanted to be also rans they could have kept Van Gaal or even Moyes.

Mourinho has to compete seriously for the PL or CL this season or else he’ll get sacked ino.

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Quote from: vd309 on August 07, 2018, 04:12:25 AM

Liverpool did good on transfer market so far: a goalkeeper (Alisson), central (Keita) and defensive midfield(Fabinho), and a winger(Shaqiri). Their variety of attacking players is incredible: Salah, Firmino, Mane, Sturridge + more. I think this season they have a solid chance and there is a great value to bet on them for the title.

I don't think there's enough value on them for me to put money backing them tbh. City will probably take it again as they're still a much stronger squad imo, but I think Liverpool will have no problem with finishing runners up and I would prefer them to win over Manchester any day.

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^ Yup and he hasn't really stayed at a single club for more than 4 years or so. If he leaves this season or at the next season then Man United would be his 'greatest failure'. He was brought in to win the league and play attacking football, but nada... He could at least give United fans the latter.

Well I am a United supporter. I am not gonna lie, after Sir Alex Ferguson's retirement all the managers have failed to achieve anything substantial. I am starting to wonder if Mourinho's era hasn't already run its course and he needs to go now. I could care less about who the next manager would be, honestly. Big name or no-name manager it doesn't matter as long as they manage to win a trophy again. United have been in shambles since Ferguson left and the only significant trophy for that period of time was the Europa League cup last year. That's not enough for Mourinho to stay.

Looks to me like he’s trying to get himself sacked. Have you seen all his comments in press conferences moaning constantly?

Fergie would fucking hate him I think.

I don't think he's trying to get himself sacked but just softening the blow for when he does so he has an excuse to fall back on. I don't think they should sack him unless they do terrible but they've got the squad to finish in the top 5 and they should be able to get third place I think this year but I'd probably put them at fourth place I think.

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Liverpool did good on transfer market so far: a goalkeeper (Alisson), central (Keita) and defensive midfield(Fabinho), and a winger(Shaqiri). Their variety of attacking players is incredible: Salah, Firmino, Mane, Sturridge + more. I think this season they have a solid chance and there is a great value to bet on them for the title.

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Quote from: cazkooo on August 06, 2018, 01:45:27 PM

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Quote from: Wendigo on August 06, 2018, 12:31:50 PM

Quote from: tokeweed on August 06, 2018, 09:36:39 AM

^ Yup and he hasn't really stayed at a single club for more than 4 years or so. If he leaves this season or at the next season then Man United would be his 'greatest failure'. He was brought in to win the league and play attacking football, but nada... He could at least give United fans the latter.

Well I am a United supporter. I am not gonna lie, after Sir Alex Ferguson's retirement all the managers have failed to achieve anything substantial. I am starting to wonder if Mourinho's era hasn't already run its course and he needs to go now. I could care less about who the next manager would be, honestly. Big name or no-name manager it doesn't matter as long as they manage to win a trophy again. United have been in shambles since Ferguson left and the only significant trophy for that period of time was the Europa League cup last year. That's not enough for Mourinho to stay.

I don't think Mou has found the right strategy for Manchester United's game so for the fans to be patient again because I'm sure Mou has the capacity to return the glory of Manchester United like in the Ferguson era, it's just that Premier League competition is now tighter than in the seasons ago where great coaches came to the Premier League especially the toughest rival Mou was also in the Premier League namely Pep Guardiola.

Everything could happen in premier league, back then we would not even dream a club named leicester would win the premier league and they did. There are tons of things that Mou need to run before the start of the season including new strategy of course but surely he will be able to pull that out. If they managed to get smooth run on the beginning of the season then it should be easy for them till the mid season

I don't anticipate things changing too much this season, but who knows? Liverpool and surprinsingly Man United will be a little closer to City I'd guess some will say Manchester United are going in crisis with Mourinho especially but they really don't need all of those players they linked in true they will help but not that much as you can see their lineup is good they have solid defense as you can see from last season they didn't concede that much of goals and their problem was scoring but now with Sanchez back in form Lukaku should have better season then last only thing they shorte on is right winger but they can try Martial at that position while for left back Mourinho should have confidence in Luke Shaw but still not close enough to challenge City because the blues have almost the best squad in premier league only spot that can hold them back is defensive Midfielder as for Spurs, Chelsea and Arsenal will likely battle it out for top four, but I'd give Spurs the advantage out of those three.

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Quote from: daarul50 on August 06, 2018, 12:41:44 PM

Quote from: Wendigo on August 06, 2018, 12:31:50 PM

Quote from: tokeweed on August 06, 2018, 09:36:39 AM

^ Yup and he hasn't really stayed at a single club for more than 4 years or so. If he leaves this season or at the next season then Man United would be his 'greatest failure'. He was brought in to win the league and play attacking football, but nada... He could at least give United fans the latter.

Well I am a United supporter. I am not gonna lie, after Sir Alex Ferguson's retirement all the managers have failed to achieve anything substantial. I am starting to wonder if Mourinho's era hasn't already run its course and he needs to go now. I could care less about who the next manager would be, honestly. Big name or no-name manager it doesn't matter as long as they manage to win a trophy again. United have been in shambles since Ferguson left and the only significant trophy for that period of time was the Europa League cup last year. That's not enough for Mourinho to stay.

I don't think Mou has found the right strategy for Manchester United's game so for the fans to be patient again because I'm sure Mou has the capacity to return the glory of Manchester United like in the Ferguson era, it's just that Premier League competition is now tighter than in the seasons ago where great coaches came to the Premier League especially the toughest rival Mou was also in the Premier League namely Pep Guardiola.

Everything could happen in premier league, back then we would not even dream a club named leicester would win the premier league and they did. There are tons of things that Mou need to run before the start of the season including new strategy of course but surely he will be able to pull that out. If they managed to get smooth run on the beginning of the season then it should be easy for them till the mid season

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Quote from: Wendigo on August 06, 2018, 12:31:50 PM

Quote from: tokeweed on August 06, 2018, 09:36:39 AM

^ Yup and he hasn't really stayed at a single club for more than 4 years or so. If he leaves this season or at the next season then Man United would be his 'greatest failure'. He was brought in to win the league and play attacking football, but nada... He could at least give United fans the latter.

Well I am a United supporter. I am not gonna lie, after Sir Alex Ferguson's retirement all the managers have failed to achieve anything substantial. I am starting to wonder if Mourinho's era hasn't already run its course and he needs to go now. I could care less about who the next manager would be, honestly. Big name or no-name manager it doesn't matter as long as they manage to win a trophy again. United have been in shambles since Ferguson left and the only significant trophy for that period of time was the Europa League cup last year. That's not enough for Mourinho to stay.

I don't think Mou has found the right strategy for Manchester United's game so for the fans to be patient again because I'm sure Mou has the capacity to return the glory of Manchester United like in the Ferguson era, it's just that Premier League competition is now tighter than in the seasons ago where great coaches came to the Premier League especially the toughest rival Mou was also in the Premier League namely Pep Guardiola.

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Quote from: Wendigo on August 06, 2018, 12:31:50 PM

Quote from: tokeweed on August 06, 2018, 09:36:39 AM

^ Yup and he hasn't really stayed at a single club for more than 4 years or so. If he leaves this season or at the next season then Man United would be his 'greatest failure'. He was brought in to win the league and play attacking football, but nada... He could at least give United fans the latter.

Well I am a United supporter. I am not gonna lie, after Sir Alex Ferguson's retirement all the managers have failed to achieve anything substantial. I am starting to wonder if Mourinho's era hasn't already run its course and he needs to go now. I could care less about who the next manager would be, honestly. Big name or no-name manager it doesn't matter as long as they manage to win a trophy again. United have been in shambles since Ferguson left and the only significant trophy for that period of time was the Europa League cup last year. That's not enough for Mourinho to stay.

Looks to me like he’s trying to get himself sacked. Have you seen all his comments in press conferences moaning constantly?

Fergie would fucking hate him I think.

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Quote from: tokeweed on August 06, 2018, 09:36:39 AM

^ Yup and he hasn't really stayed at a single club for more than 4 years or so. If he leaves this season or at the next season then Man United would be his 'greatest failure'. He was brought in to win the league and play attacking football, but nada... He could at least give United fans the latter.

Well I am a United supporter. I am not gonna lie, after Sir Alex Ferguson's retirement all the managers have failed to achieve anything substantial. I am starting to wonder if Mourinho's era hasn't already run its course and he needs to go now. I could care less about who the next manager would be, honestly. Big name or no-name manager it doesn't matter as long as they manage to win a trophy again. United have been in shambles since Ferguson left and the only significant trophy for that period of time was the Europa League cup last year. That's not enough for Mourinho to stay.

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My prediction for the English Premiere League champions

1st = LIVERPOOL
2nd = MAN.CITY
3rd = SPURS
4th = MANCHESTER UNITED

The reason why Liverpool can win next season is the purchase of players that match the needs of the team.
Liverpool have brought Fabinho and Naby keita to strengthen their midfield after Coutinho's departure for Barcelona.
And also the arrival of Brazilian national team goalkeeper Alisson Becker who became the most expensive goalkeeper in the world will clearly provide a sense of security for the back line that has become a weakness of Liverpool.
Last season, Mohamed Salah's highest score will remain Liverpool's mainstay to break the opponent's defense, supported by mane and firminho which will surely be a scary trio next season.
There is no reason for Liverpool not to win this season.

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^ Yup and he hasn't really stayed at a single club for more than 4 years or so. If he leaves this season or at the next season then Man United would be his 'greatest failure'. He was brought in to win the league and play attacking football, but nada... He could at least give United fans the latter.

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Quote from: Sutters Mill on August 06, 2018, 03:50:41 AM

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Manchester United manager Jose Murinjo said on Sunday that the club has to invest more money in transfers in order to be competitive in the Premier League.

He said that this would be hard season for them if they did not bring more players.

No shit. They wouldn't have won it even if they got a few new players. I think it'll be a while before United every seriously challenge for the title. They'll probably have a mediocre start to the season and Jose will be sacked.

Well as far as I know Jose hasn't even bought a permanent home in England and is living in a luxurious hotel full time Grin

Maybe he is completely aware that he won't be around for long if there is another slip-up next season so he is ready to pack up his bags and leave immediately should the need arise haha. Joking aside, I bet he is living in a luxurious apartment inside the hotel and the amenities on site are top-notch. Now if only he was able to win the trophy this time around..... or he would need to vacant his place very soon Grin

But I think Jose is quite the social butterfly and he will find a new team to manage real fast Wink

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My predictions for the outcome of the Premier League season - -

Champions - Manchester City
Runner up - Liverpool
3rd - Manchester United
4th - Chelsea

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Quote from: swogerino on August 05, 2018, 11:38:09 AM

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Nothing too exciting but good to see real football (club football) back. This should be a good game before the really important stuff starts next weekend.

Enjoy gentlemen.

The community shield game going on now shows once again that the main favourites to win the title will be Manchester City. They are having an easy game against Chelsea and are leading comfortably with 2 goals difference with only few minutes remaining of this game. I wonder if Liverpool can be a real threat with all these transfers that the team did during summer.

Man City are definitely favourites to be champions again but yesterday’s game proves nothing. The Community Shield is a glorified friendly.

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Curtain raiser done and dealt with. Aguero showing he still got what it takes after all these seasons - I wouldn't count him out for the Golden Boot either, even if I'm confident Mo Salah will pick up from where he left of.

Still a few days for late transfers to happen, you can bet we'll get a surprise or two!

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Manchester United manager Jose Murinjo said on Sunday that the club has to invest more money in transfers in order to be competitive in the Premier League.

He said that this would be hard season for them if they did not bring more players.

No shit. They wouldn't have won it even if they got a few new players. I think it'll be a while before United every seriously challenge for the title. They'll probably have a mediocre start to the season and Jose will be sacked.

Yeah. If I were a United fan, I'd be tempted into thinking this is just the start of a fantastic season, with the tone set by a dour Jose engaging in the famous mind games on all fronts against City, Chelsea, Arsenal and Liverpool. Old foes are gone (ok Benitez still around but he won't pick on Newcastle) but a fan will be hoping that all this frowning and complaining somehow galvanises the team into a crazy parked bus 1-0 story of champions. Hoping.

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Quote from: Vasilije69 on August 05, 2018, 07:09:34 PM

Manchester United manager Jose Murinjo said on Sunday that the club has to invest more money in transfers in order to be competitive in the Premier League.

He said that this would be hard season for them if they did not bring more players.

No shit. They wouldn't have won it even if they got a few new players. I think it'll be a while before United every seriously challenge for the title. They'll probably have a mediocre start to the season and Jose will be sacked.

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