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I'll give you committed - he is that, but so is Robbie Savage. I also concede that it's not his fault he's been so indulged by everyone but he has consistantly concentrated his energies on maintaining his status via PR and spin (the flying boot incident before he left utd was a perfect example of this, so was yesterdays weeping imo) rather than improving his game and maximising his talents. It's a pity cos he could've been remembered as an England footballing great - all he'll be remembered for is his extraordinarily ubiquitous image.

The schadenfreude was fun last night - not so much today. I really feel sorry for all the players, regardless of my personal bias toward the Liverpool contingent and equal contempt for the manc and chav contingent, they were conned by the FA and Ericsson. So were all genuine football fans.

imo yes - he used to be a good player and could've been better before he hit the comfort zone and accepted the cosseting and indulgence of the public, the media and, not least, SGE.

It's more cynical to squander talent for money and fame.

They were crying tears of relief

Well said. How anyone can have sympathy for this deluded millionaire is beyond me. Those tears weren't real. This press conference is spineless spin in keeping with his demeanor for his entire tenure as captain. Really hope Gerrard doesn't get the captaincy - it's a dead weight we dont need him to be carrying.

Pennant + Rafa = potential world class right winger. Really hope this signing happens. He did enough last season with Brum to prove himself. I think for him the whole Arsenal failure after being feted and hyped as a future star for them resulted in some unfortunate episodes of immaturity which, hopefully, has run it's course.

For me the most impressive passers this tournament have been: Xabi - a true genius blossoming before our eyes..i'm so proud he's ours. and, in no particular order: Riquelme, Xavi, Kaka

I dont know how to answer that. Possibly by his standards he's been less than magnificent in his last few games. I'm talking about all these players based on thier form over the last couple of seasons.

Spose so...he's only won the league and European cup double with his club and might well add the world cup to that with his country. A real underachiever.

Just goes to show you how important good astute tactical and man management is in football.

Not forgetting at all. Stevie G and Riqelme are in my top 6

Seen Tevez a few times on tv and he's looked really direct and skillful, very exciting...but from what I've seen still think Rooney is further along the road and more complete than him atm. Messi just looks amazing. Top 3 players in the world right now imo: Ronaldinho Kaka Messi

Spain have scary strength in depth there, as do Argentina - which is why I think one of these two will win it.

Yes - unchanged lineup from Croatia game

Please let this be. At the risk of mockers may I suggest that songs for him should use the Danny Boy template.

I always thought he was a gimp

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Saw that - it was class Thought they were Chelsea - still class though.

Does this mean Villa will start? Got him in my fantasy team.

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