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Hopefully we'll get the chance to see him in the Udinese fixture. Credit to Rodgers for giving Pacheco a shot but I think we'd all agree we got nothing out of that spot until Borini's haircut came on.

David Cameron apologizes, acknowledges cover up.

ETA Developments:

South Yorkshire Police checked children and the dead for alcohol in their blood. (TIA)

164 Police statements amended.

59 of 96 could have survived apparently.

As a fellow new guy welcome to this thread. Very good group of supporters here and I've enjoyed being involved in the discussion.

This hasn't been discussed from what I've seen but what are you guys thoughts on the Spirit of Shankly letter to Henry? I'm torn on the whole issue.

Was hoping I would return from honeymoon to discuss better results and happenings with you all. Oh well. Maybe they'll get it put together in time for Sunderland..........

Deuce Wants Out (Express)

ESPN With Jol Quotes

Get it done.

So is Dempsey out? Seems Tello may be as well.

Rumor Du Jours for today collected by the echo:

Everton looking at Charlie Adam for 5 million pounds. They are saying that is a price we're offering to everyone. (Mirror)

Sahin deal done. Tello move collapsed. Reportedly wants to fight for his spot at Barca. (Mirror)

QPR are prepping a move for Andy Carroll. (Caught Offside)

Grains of Salt

I can't get over the reported transfer fee. Rough times to be an Arsenal supporter, especially with Song strongly linked with Barca.

ETA: All of this makes me so much more appreciative of footballers like Daniel Agger.

Every interview Brendan does seems to be golden. Love what he says here:

"In professional and social life, I like to get value, that's just my nature and my upbringing. I won't pay anything at all costs. If there is a player who can make a difference, we'll do all we can to get him. What I'm not prepared to do is waste time, money and effort for anyone who won't add value. I prefer the hungry player, one who wants to succeed.

"They will earn good money - and they will get their value and worth if they perform."

Rodgers also insisted the club does not have to look to the big clubs for new signings.

"There's sometimes a snobbery towards players at a lesser club, an ignorance," he added. "If you look at our squad, there aren't too many who have dropped from heaven. A lot have come through lower clubs, made their way and are now making their name at Liverpool.

"The club's history is about hungry players, coming from the lower leagues and working their way up. Talent aligned with hard work takes you a long way. I find it difficult to work with players who don't share and match that."

My thoughts exactly. Brendan didn't inherit a team of scrubs, and with a few more smart additions and a relatively healthy squad throughout the season I keep thinking this team is dangerous.

Here's to hoping I don't get a good wool shearing on Saturday. :cheers:

Tomkins Cautious Optimism

Very happy that he's writing again for .tv.