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The Offside Guide to Picking a Premier League Captain
The Offside Guide to Picking a Premier League Captain
William Gallas was not a good captain. I think it’s safe to say that now, right? The fact that he wanted to wear th #10 shirt while playing centre back was a clue, the centre circle sit down last season was proof and his moment of mental last week was the final straw. So Arsene Wenger ...
 Jose on those injured England players (video)
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Jose on those injured England players (video)
youtube.com — Jose discusses those injuries with Mr Capello whilst Sven has a new job, taking part in I'm... a Celebrity live in Australia. (more) Jose on those injured England players (video)
With Cesc as Captain, Yes, We Can.
With Cesc as Captain, Yes, We Can.
gunnerblog.com — Yes We Can? If there is anyone out there who still doubts that Arsenal is a place... where all things are possible; who still wonders if the dream of our founders is alive in our time; who still questions the power of our football club, today is your ... (more) With Cesc as Captain, Yes, We Can.
Gallas to make a shock move to arch rivals Tottenham Hotspur
soccerglobe.net — Tottenham Hotspur manager Harry Redknapp is considering a sensational swoop for defender William Gallas from North London... rivals Arsenal, when the transfer window reopens in January, according to The Mirror. Since ‘Gallasgate’, French International Gallas’ future at the Emirates Stadium has been ... (more) Gallas to make a shock move to arch rivals Tottenham Hotspur
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Arsenal’s captaincy gaffe, free Manchester United tickets, the next Real Madrid striker and more
Soccerlens.com — ... The Offside takes a look at other Premier League captains and arrives at a sensible (although totally non-scientific) conclusion - pick an elder statesman in the team as opposed to the star player, more Manchester and less Newcastle. ...

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