Finnaldo Posted 7 February 2016 Share Posted 7 February 2016 Spot on. It's just a shame their fans have such an entitled mentality and have excuses lined up year after year. Welcome to London Syndrome. Keyword: entitlement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain... Posted 7 February 2016 Share Posted 7 February 2016 Leicester’s success could spell disaster http://www.footyplace.com/features/leicesters-success-could-end-up-spelling-disaster-0207330408 However, with the possibility of the Premier League losing its fourth place qualifying spot, because of the decline of performances by English teams and the continued improvement of teams from Germany and Italy, is Leicester’s likely qualification really a good thing for English football? Domestically speaking, and certainly for neutrals, Leicester’s up-rise is extremely entertaining and exciting. However, in Europe it could spell disaster for the reputation of English football. Embed from Getty Images It’s no secret that currently Leicester’s squad is not good enough in terms of depth and quality to seriously compete in the Champions League. It would be imperative that owner Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha would have to splash the cash in the summer if he wanted his team to compete in both the league and Europe’s biggest domestic competition. However, if Leicester do qualify they may not find it difficult to entice players that are not getting Champions League football at their current clubs to join them on their journey. However, in my opinion, although admittedly Leicester have been incredibly entertaining, and a joy to watch, I worry about the reputation of our league. Although the likes of Manchester United, Arsenal, and any other English club have failed to make an impression on the competition in recent years, I feel that they are in a much better position financially and in terms of their squads to make an impact in the competition. The European coefficient is calculated over a few years, the reason the PL is in danger of losing a CL slot is because these teams with squads better equipped to cope with europe aren't coping with it, and haven't been for a few years now. Whatever happens with us and Europe I couldn't give a crap how it effects our European coefficient we are where we are on merit and if we qualify for the CL then that is because we have been one of the best teams over a whole season. If we are in danger of screwing up the European coefficient what about, Spurs, Man City, Arsenal who have been worse than us so far this season? Maybe we don't deserve a 4th CL spot because the English teams just aren't good enough. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Combo Posted 7 February 2016 Share Posted 7 February 2016 We have virtually all the front 'page' of La Gazette dello Sport this morning. http://www.gazzetta.it/?refresh_ce Google translate should dish up some more gems chaps! Watched the match yesterday with a mate who I took to see QPR-Leicester (0-1 Vardy) in our promotion year. Now follows us big time. Fabio Capello was one of the commentators on there TV here. Even he had some grudging words of respect for Leicester. Obviously we wouldn't be getting quite so much coverage here if there wasn't Claudio at the helm but all the same, the press here is bonkers for le volpi. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
foxes_rule1978 Posted 7 February 2016 Share Posted 7 February 2016 It is so funny, when we were top earlier and winning it was because we haven't played anyone good yet, now it is we will struggle against the bottom sides Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.Lisemore Posted 7 February 2016 Share Posted 7 February 2016 Leicester’s success could spell disaster http://www.footyplace.com/features/leicesters-success-could-end-up-spelling-disaster-0207330408 However, with the possibility of the Premier League losing its fourth place qualifying spot, because of the decline of performances by English teams and the continued improvement of teams from Germany and Italy, is Leicester’s likely qualification really a good thing for English football? Domestically speaking, and certainly for neutrals, Leicester’s up-rise is extremely entertaining and exciting. However, in Europe it could spell disaster for the reputation of English football. Embed from Getty Images It’s no secret that currently Leicester’s squad is not good enough in terms of depth and quality to seriously compete in the Champions League. It would be imperative that owner Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha would have to splash the cash in the summer if he wanted his team to compete in both the league and Europe’s biggest domestic competition. However, if Leicester do qualify they may not find it difficult to entice players that are not getting Champions League football at their current clubs to join them on their journey. However, in my opinion, although admittedly Leicester have been incredibly entertaining, and a joy to watch, I worry about the reputation of our league. Although the likes of Manchester United, Arsenal, and any other English club have failed to make an impression on the competition in recent years, I feel that they are in a much better position financially and in terms of their squads to make an impact in the competition. Yes we probably will spend money if we get to the Champions League, but it frustrates me that people think this is the only solution for us to be competitive- being the common club and spending a lorry load of money. Without our squad togetherness, we wouldn't be where we are now. That's priceless. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carl the Llama Posted 7 February 2016 Share Posted 7 February 2016 Team gets in amongst the top 4 while spending less than most mid-table outfits. But they won't stay there unless they spend big? We'll stick to our approach and they can stick to being wrong ta vm. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xen Posted 7 February 2016 Share Posted 7 February 2016 Team gets in amongst the top 4 while spending less than most mid-table outfits. But they won't stay there unless they spend big? We'll stick to our approach and they can stick to being wrong ta vm. This season for our club must be one of the most profitable (relative to spend) ever, for any English club. Our expenditure across the board is fairly low (wages, transfer fees etc) compared to ANY other side and, whilst we haven't particularly made much money on player sales, the TV deal is a huge windfall. Not to mention all the extras from next year's CL and the massive effect this will have on the owner's business. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zear0 Posted 7 February 2016 Share Posted 7 February 2016 http://www.skysports.com/watch/video/10159081/leicester-fairytale-continues This morning's edited highlights of the hacks begrudgingly giving us some praise on The Sunday Suppository. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Webbo Posted 7 February 2016 Share Posted 7 February 2016 This is good: http://www.skysports.com/watch/video/sports/football/10159081/leicester-fairytale-continues Please don't post stuff like this, it's building my hopes up. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Livid Posted 7 February 2016 Share Posted 7 February 2016 http://www.skysports.com/watch/video/10159081/leicester-fairytale-continues This morning's edited highlights of the hacks begrudgingly giving us some praise on The Sunday Suppository. Worrying complimentary about us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmy Posted 7 February 2016 Share Posted 7 February 2016 Sounds like Waddle's been on the glue. The reply of the presenter - Overend - was incredulous! what did the presenter actually say to him? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richmondfox Posted 7 February 2016 Share Posted 7 February 2016 http://www.skysports.com/watch/video/10159081/leicester-fairytale-continues This morning's edited highlights of the hacks begrudgingly giving us some praise on The Sunday Suppository. Journalists who all got their analysis wrong at the start of the season and changed the goal posts every week about why we would drop down yet haven't say we now have a chance. I couldn't care about 90% of journalists opinions regarding us. I love CR's reaction yesterday when asked about the bookies making us favorites, he said he was the favorite to be sacked first. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tuna Posted 7 February 2016 Share Posted 7 February 2016 Gerard Pique is impressed: http://www.hitc.com/en-gb/2016/02/07/gerard-pique-offers-his-thoughts-on-leicester-city/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swiper Posted 7 February 2016 Share Posted 7 February 2016 Robbie Earle just said that next weekend, we're the test for Arsenal to see if they are good enough to win the title. Times are changing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gerard Posted 7 February 2016 Share Posted 7 February 2016 Gerard Pique is impressed: http://www.hitc.com/en-gb/2016/02/07/gerard-pique-offers-his-thoughts-on-leicester-city/ I like Gerard Pique, he has a beautiful first name. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buce Posted 7 February 2016 Share Posted 7 February 2016 I like Gerard Pique, he has a beautiful first name. What is it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weller54 Posted 7 February 2016 Share Posted 7 February 2016 What is it? Don't tell him Pike!!! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danizen Posted 7 February 2016 Share Posted 7 February 2016 I like Gerard Pique, he has a beautiful first name.I don't see what's so great about it. It's the Catalan Gerald which is the least cool name ever. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tyfox Posted 7 February 2016 Share Posted 7 February 2016 Loving all the talk about us when other teams are playing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewEnglandFox Posted 7 February 2016 Share Posted 7 February 2016 C'mon Chelsea. Open the gap on 5th to 13 points! Craziness. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan LCFC Posted 7 February 2016 Share Posted 7 February 2016 Leicester’s success could spell disaster http://www.footyplace.com/features/leicesters-success-could-end-up-spelling-disaster-0207330408 However, with the possibility of the Premier League losing its fourth place qualifying spot, because of the decline of performances by English teams and the continued improvement of teams from Germany and Italy, is Leicester’s likely qualification really a good thing for English football? Domestically speaking, and certainly for neutrals, Leicester’s up-rise is extremely entertaining and exciting. However, in Europe it could spell disaster for the reputation of English football. Embed from Getty Images It’s no secret that currently Leicester’s squad is not good enough in terms of depth and quality to seriously compete in the Champions League. It would be imperative that owner Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha would have to splash the cash in the summer if he wanted his team to compete in both the league and Europe’s biggest domestic competition. However, if Leicester do qualify they may not find it difficult to entice players that are not getting Champions League football at their current clubs to join them on their journey. However, in my opinion, although admittedly Leicester have been incredibly entertaining, and a joy to watch, I worry about the reputation of our league. Although the likes of Manchester United, Arsenal, and any other English club have failed to make an impression on the competition in recent years, I feel that they are in a much better position financially and in terms of their squads to make an impact in the competition. If Leicester's success makes our supposed big boys re-assess their complacent ways, which you'd imagine it might, then I don't get how it can be a bad thing. I'd trust Leicester to make a better fist of it than most of them have as well. We can actually defend. I think it might be the kick up the arse a lot of them needed. They've been on the decline for years. They've completely embraced this mentality that you can spend your way to success. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hollism Posted 7 February 2016 Share Posted 7 February 2016 http://mcfc.co.uk/?name=mancity&i=12326/1/0&artId=572930 Man City's match report. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sublime_Coatsworth Posted 7 February 2016 Share Posted 7 February 2016 (edited) C'mon Chelsea. Open the gap on 5th to 13 points! Craziness.For the first time ever I'm sitting here willing Chelsea to score...Oh and William is shite. Edited 7 February 2016 by Sublime_Coatsworth Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cjslcfc Posted 7 February 2016 Share Posted 7 February 2016 For the first time ever I'm sitting here willing Chelsea to score... Oh and William is shite. What about his Brazilian cousin Willian?? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
foxfanazer Posted 7 February 2016 Share Posted 7 February 2016 For the first time ever I'm sitting here willing Chelsea to score... Oh and William is shite. If you're on about Willian then you couldn't be more wrong Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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