Monthly Archives: November 2009

Dubai Should Horse Racing Be In Panic?

Posted on November 30, 2009 by twsi

The Maktoums have been funding British horse racing for years. Many major trainers almost all owe their financial strength to the patronage of the Maktoum family. The bloodstock market might seem some revision. Even Coolmore who you’d think would stand to benefit … Continue reading →

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Arsenal Thou Not Cracked It Yet

Posted on November 29, 2009 by twsi

Arsenal’s loss to Chelsea ran out routine in the end. The 3-0 scoreline in the end reflective of Chelsea’s greater incisiveness. One could argue that it was more of a positive about Chelsea’s rear guard over Arsenal’s. John Terry maybe … Continue reading →

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England World Cup Arrogance

Posted on November 28, 2009 by twsi

For the last few years media and fans have said that oh “England could stage the World Cup tomorrow, the stadiums are already there”. This is of course white noise – fatuous patronising nationalistic bollocks if you prefer. Whilst London … Continue reading →

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Liverpool : Stupidity & Ego Hand In Hand

Posted on November 27, 2009 by twsi

The Liverpool dream of a rich stupid owner is getting to be fantasy. Stock markets tanked on the news Dubai might be bust. Maybe Liverpool fans do not want them buying the club now.  It’s arguable that only the political … Continue reading →

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Defenders Cheat Every Game But It’s Manly?

Posted on November 24, 2009 by twsi

In all the diving hysteria and the Thierry Henry should be banned for 1 game to beheaded what I find bizarre is that it all presumes cheating is not an endemic part of the game. I watched 2 games Carragher … Continue reading →

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