GKirk From UK - Scotland, joined Jun 2000, 24627 posts, RR: 58 Posted (9 years 9 months 3 weeks 6 days 10 hours ago) and read 1113 times:
Well, the draw is about to commence and its live on Sky Sports News. 5 British sides are in the draw: Rangers,Celtic,Arsenal,Chelsea and Man Utd.
The first time ever both Rangers and Celtic are in the same draw. There is the potential of Scotland Vs England clashes....let the draw begin!
When you hear the noise of the Tartan Army Boys, we'll be coming down the road!
Arsenal@LHR From United Kingdom, joined Mar 2001, 7791 posts, RR: 22 Reply 3, posted (9 years 9 months 3 weeks 6 days 9 hours ago) and read 1088 times:
Arsenal@LHR From United Kingdom, joined Mar 2001, 7791 posts, RR: 22 Reply 6, posted (9 years 9 months 3 weeks 6 days 9 hours ago) and read 1082 times:
The highlight of the first group stages are:
Man Utd vs Rangers (licking my lips for a British showdown)
Arsenal vs Inter Milan - A toughie there
Celtic vs Bayern Munich
Chelski vs Lazio
EGGD From United Kingdom, joined Feb 2001, 12426 posts, RR: 40 Reply 7, posted (9 years 9 months 3 weeks 6 days 9 hours ago) and read 1081 times:
To be honest, I think Man Utd have the easiest group of the lot. As long as Djemba Djemba and that other useless guy don't play . I think Rangers have really got to look out for Panathanikos who can be a bit tasty...
Zizou From Australia, joined Oct 2000, 1527 posts, RR: 5 Reply 8, posted (9 years 9 months 3 weeks 6 days 8 hours ago) and read 1074 times:
EGGD, you are right. Man Utd have got an easy group and Chelsea do as well (they only need to worry about Lazio).
While on the other hand, Arsenal have to make two trips to Eastern Europe to face the racist taunts in Moscow and the freezing temps in Kiev. Then worst of all we have to go to Milan to the San Siro.
Out of all the British teams, Celtic have got the worst group. I have my real doubts as to whether they can get through, my money is on Bayern and Lyon getting through.
Also Group F looks interesting. Real should finish on top, but the battle for 2nd place will be interesting. I think Marseille can pip Porto for that second spot.
EGGD From United Kingdom, joined Feb 2001, 12426 posts, RR: 40 Reply 9, posted (9 years 9 months 3 weeks 6 days 8 hours ago) and read 1073 times:
I can see Celtic getting through their group, but I agree it'll be a real test for Arsenal to get through their group, some very tough away matches coming up...
Which is where you need a good home record, but Arsenal don't really have that in Europe so they are going to struggle, IMO.
GKirk From UK - Scotland, joined Jun 2000, 24627 posts, RR: 58 Reply 10, posted (9 years 9 months 3 weeks 6 days 8 hours ago) and read 1070 times:
I think all the British clubs have a good chance of getting through. I cant see Celtic or Rangers losing any of their home matches.
The easiest group probably belongs to Real Madrid.
When you hear the noise of the Tartan Army Boys, we'll be coming down the road!
Andreas From Germany, joined Oct 2001, 6104 posts, RR: 34 Reply 11, posted (9 years 9 months 3 weeks 6 days 8 hours ago) and read 1070 times:
Good Lord, my team VfB Stuttgart got ManU in the first round, shit!!! Well anyway, should make for a few good games and a lot of money for the South German Boygroup...not bad!
Bmi330 From United Kingdom, joined Nov 2001, 1449 posts, RR: 1 Reply 12, posted (9 years 9 months 3 weeks 6 days 8 hours ago) and read 1061 times:
I cant wait to see my beloved Rangers kick Man City's nabour asses. The ponsey we numptes they are we will show them what passion and desire are all about they wont no what hit them I will do anything for tickets for the away games. Moan The Gers. Give me a hell yeah if you hate man utd.
Bmi330 From United Kingdom, joined Nov 2001, 1449 posts, RR: 1 Reply 14, posted (9 years 9 months 3 weeks 6 days 7 hours ago) and read 1056 times:
Just back from Ibrox getting my champions leuge badges fitted 2 my red n white striped away top. I am so pumped up for this my part time jobs gonna be punted out so I can go the games midweek.
Banco From United Kingdom, joined Oct 2001, 14752 posts, RR: 55 Reply 16, posted (9 years 9 months 3 weeks 6 days 7 hours ago) and read 1048 times:
From the rational perspective though, I would have thought Rangers would be fairly pleased that the top seed in their group (i.e. Man Utd) is an English club. I'm sure they will feel a great deal more comfortable playing them than they would a Real Madrid or Juventus. That's not because United aren't as good, but because they play in a "British" style, and one that I'm sure Rangers will fancy their chances against rather more than a continental one. After all, the England/Scotland matches rarely produce a thumping either way.
She's as nervous as a very small nun at a penguin shoot.
GKirk From UK - Scotland, joined Jun 2000, 24627 posts, RR: 58 Reply 17, posted (9 years 9 months 3 weeks 6 days 7 hours ago) and read 1049 times:
EGGD, Celtic are worse than Rangers so that aint gonna happen
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I call you when I need you, my heart's on fire
You come to me, come to me wild and wild
When you come to me
Give me everything I need
Give me a lifetime promises and a world of dreams
Speak a language of love like you know what it means
And it can't be wrong
Take my heart and make it strong baby
You're simply the best, better than all the rest
Better than anyone, anyone I've ever met
I'm stuck on your heart, and hang on every word you say
Tear us apart, baby I would rather be dead
In your heart I see the star of every night and every day
In your eyes I get lost, I get washed away
Just as long as I'm here in your arms
I could be in no better place
You're simply the best, better than all the rest
Better than anyone, anyone I've ever met
I'm stuck on your heart, and hang on every word you say
Tear us apart, baby I would rather be dead
Each time you leave me I start losing control
You're walking away with my heart and my soul
I can feel you even when I'm alone
Oh baby, don't let go
When you hear the noise of the Tartan Army Boys, we'll be coming down the road!
Artsyman From United States of America, joined Feb 2001, 4741 posts, RR: 42 Reply 19, posted (9 years 9 months 3 weeks 6 days 5 hours ago) and read 1031 times:
Personally, I think Man U will give Rangers a gubbing, I think the gulf between the two is enormous, however anythings possible
Bmi330 From United Kingdom, joined Nov 2001, 1449 posts, RR: 1 Reply 20, posted (9 years 9 months 3 weeks 6 days 4 hours ago) and read 1026 times:
EGGD Well I would laugh so hard and so much when we give use a footballing lesson its gonna hurt so much. Rangers don t get gubbed by anyone ever with out getting suitable revenge don't worry we will give that bunch of ass clowns a good game no matter what team we field and wipe the smug look of man up u's fans faces. Rangers don't do disgracing our selfs its not the Rangers way thats the English way.
Ryanb741 From United Kingdom, joined Mar 2002, 3219 posts, RR: 17 Reply 21, posted (9 years 9 months 3 weeks 5 days 16 hours ago) and read 1007 times:
Man Utd are a far superior team than Rangers, but that means bugger all in an England/Scotland game which is all about passion and commitment, plus a lot of pride. Just think how the supposedly 'superior' Liverpool were turned over by Celtic who had far more pride and a desire to win than Liverpool. The bad news for Rangers though is that Man Utd always play with great desire, and I reckon Man Utd will win those games but it will be close and very feisty. Man Utd have a psychopathic midfield, filled with people who should be an an institute for the criminally insane, and you can bet Rangers will be the same. I reckon one or two red cards will be given!
I used to think the brain is the most fascinating part of my body. But, hey, who is telling me that?
Artsyman From United States of America, joined Feb 2001, 4741 posts, RR: 42 Reply 22, posted (9 years 9 months 3 weeks 5 days 15 hours ago) and read 1007 times:
It also looks like Rangers will be without the "wee ned" Ferguson as Rangers have just agreed a fee with Blackburn for him.
Bmi330 From United Kingdom, joined Nov 2001, 1449 posts, RR: 1 Reply 24, posted (9 years 9 months 3 weeks 5 days 8 hours ago) and read 983 times:
Rangers have/are about to sign Emerson and maybe John crew. Things are looking up Glasgow is most definitely the heart and sole of the football world Champions league mania is everywhere. We will be get through and beat man utd anyone score me tickets for the away game ?
25 EGGD: I can bet that Rangers have much more passion than Manchester United, lol.
26 CHRISBA777ER: Bmi330 - not wishing to jump on any kind of bandwago, but i feel here would be the appropriate forum and time to say... Blues Brothers! I was hopeing
27 Zizou: CHRISBA777ER, Lazio Ultras are a racist bunch. Hope you don't go sitting with them , seeing that Chelsea has 6 players in which they will pick on (Des
28 Bmi330: CHRISBA777ER maybe get use in the knockout stage with some luck fansay a trip to the bridge. Man u have passion dont make me laugh. Rangers support ba
29 CHRISBA777ER: Ive been to Old Trafford - twice. Both times came away with three points... Lazio Ultras? Cant possibly be worse than these lot that ive had "close" e
30 EGGD: a)I don't support Manchester United b)I used to live 2 miles from Old Trafford, i've been way over 30 times to see league games.
31 Ryanb741: Leeds fans are scum - this might sound out of order but lets just say I wasn't particularly upset when a couple of their fans copped it against Galata
32 Ryanb741: Oh, also I have been bet £100 that I won't wear a Chelsea shirt at a QPR home game. I'll be doing exactly that at their first home game in September!
33 Arsenal@LHR: Nah, we gooners don't fight against rival supporters, our players, Vieira, Campbell, Cole and Jeffers do that on the pitch for us.
34 Banco: I've no intention of judging you Ryan, but the "Munich" songs have gone on at Maine Road (and will probably continue at the new place) for years, with
35 CHRISBA777ER: I first heard the munich song from some Leeds boys. They also sang "Always check on the runway for ice" to the tune of "always look on the bright side
36 CHRISBA777ER: I agree with you re. the leeds fans Ryan. It upset me no end when the press was all like "they were just some average hardworking good natured leeds f
37 Ryanb741: Banco - I wasn't condoning those songs just in case you thought so, hence my use of 'funny' in inverted commas to describe them. Just in case you thou
38 Banco: Fair enough, Ryan. Just to show the stupidity of those who do sing about the air crash at City, they seem to forget that one of the all-time City (and
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