OllieHoltMirror Oliver Holt
No good condemning racist language in abstract if we are not prepared to act when confronted by the reality of it.

OllieHoltMirror Oliver Holt
I have nothing but respect for LFC as a club and I think Suarez is a fantastic player but I totally support the FA's decision

DTguardian daniel taylor
Can understand #LFC putting out statement if they believe Suarez is innocent. Fair enough. But *that* statement? Dearie me . .

bpfootball Back Page Football RT'd by DRguardian
That #lfc statement is a little bit Father Ted, sadly. Surprised it doesn't have subliminal adverts on the side flashing "not a racist".

DTguardian daniel taylor
Statement from @kickitout : 'FA has demonstrated it will not stand for discrimination, something FIFA and UEFA should take heed of'

BenHibbs Ben Hibbs
Liverpool's statement is full of comical nuggets, contradictions and utterly backward reasoning. Real classy

that was one of the best first half performance from United

clamping down all over the field, and Nani+Valencia on the right is just brutal for Fulham

Just see how classless they are ... it is no surprise if they can't win against Wigan. LOL.

incredible goal by rooney, could see that he was frustrated that he missed 2 earlier chances but managed to redeem himself. nani as usual was our MOTM today, great vision and great header. anyways, who else agrees that lindegaard should be our no. 1? not dismissing de gea but i think anders is better in experience as well as his other gk skills

Sir Alex: "No comment" about Luis Suarez disciplinary outcome. "We've kept quiet all along."

SAF: "Phil Jones had an elbow to his jaw and will for X-rays. He is a concern. Rio will be out next Monday and Ashley Young for 2-3 weeks."

yup, he's not afraid to let the defenders know that he's unhappy with their defending
nope, only the second half

Fulham barely had a shot during the first half

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Added on December 22, 2011, 6:16 amtoo bad Giggsy's goal was the 19,999th BPL goal...

Liverpool is really bringing this down on themselves, whoever their advisors are, they seem to be complete morons.

If the scenario is (as seems to be widely reported) Suarez called Evra something that is not offensive in his world/culture, then they should have simply responded by

- Make a statement that Suarez made a mistake by cultural misunderstanding
- Have Suarez publicly apologise to Evra and public in general, accepting it's different in England and he needs to set an example
- Have the club/Suarez donate some money to anti-racism programs

If he did that, no way he would have even got a more than a 3 game ban.


By saying the FA doesn't have evidence, insulting/accusing the victim, and making no acknowledgement that regardless of cultural background you cannot refer/wind up opponents by refering to their race/ethnic background they come off as out of touch and potentially racist themselves and put the FA in a position where any reduction of the ban will make it look like they were simply intimidated by Liverpool.

7:00PM GMT 25 Dec 2011

The United manager, whose team face Wigan at home, is attempting to soften the impact of an injury crisis in his midfield, which has seen Anderson, Tom Cleverley and Darren Fletcher all sidelined with long-term problems.

The Glazers have been the target of criticism for a perceived lack of financial support for Ferguson in the market, but the Scot is adamant they will back him if he asks for funds.

“If a really top-class player became available, then we would go for him,” he said. “But let me reiterate, contrary to what some people seem to be fixated about, money for a transfer is not a problem if I deem it necessary.

“I will not be swayed by the endless tweets and blogs urging the club to get busy in the transfer market next month. But I will certainly listen. I am too long in the tooth to resist new ideas simply out of prejudice and stubbornness.”

Ferguson also took a swipe at rivals Manchester City, warning their vast financial resources are no guarantee of silverware.

“Yes, money can buy success, as we saw when Chelsea suddenly became cash rich and we are witnessing a similar surge by Manchester City under their wealthy owners,” Ferguson added. “Their transfer clout has taken them to the top of the league and they are favourites to win the title. But while recruiting some of the world’s leading players can lift you into contention for honours, it doesn’t necessarily take you all the way, as I hope we will be able to demonstrate before the end of the season as other factors come into play.”

With his midfield so stretched, Ferguson has challenged Michael Carrick to become a “pivotal” figure for the club and fill the void left by Paul Scholes’s retirement. Ferguson has started Carrick in each of United’s last six league games and he scored his first goal in 70 appearances during the 2-0 victory at Queens Park Rangers last Sunday.

“We have two experienced players playing right at their peak now – Rio Ferdinand and Michael Carrick,” Ferguson said. “Rio’s form in the last few weeks has been absolutely fantastic, but Michael has been one of our best players. He’s been instrumental in what’s happening to the team at the moment and he has grabbed the nettle – there’s no question about that.

“In some ways, he’s maybe seen the departure of Paul Scholes as his opportunity to be the main man in midfield. But I think it’s time that Michael became the pivotal player of our team.

“He’s a laid-back character – quiet and unassuming – but in different periods during his time here, he’s shown his quality. Now is the time for him to start a long period of dominating the centre of midfield like he has in the last few weeks.”

Ferguson also insists Ryan Giggs can maintain his remarkable career for at least another season at the highest level. “I think Ryan can play another year,” Ferguson said. “There’s no evidence at this moment in time that his energy, stamina or speed are decreasing. In fact, they’re exactly the same as the last two or three years. It’s amazing. It all depends on what Ryan thinks about his future, too.”

In the meantime, Giggs will equal Bobby Charlton’s all-time club record of 756 starts if he begins the match against Wigan.

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/football/...fer-window.html

because its based on fans vote, so it doesnt depend on who the best player is, but depends on who the best fans is