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Scout Of Order!

After single-handedly trying to destroy Celtic and then doing a spectacular impersonation of a plank of wood on Five’s UEFA Cup coverage, the fact that John Barnes landed a plum job with Sunderland that involves going to the Caribbean to watch football seemed far too good to be true – and it is! Barnes claims that the Black Cats have recruited him to scout for young players in the region as “it’s the next place they are going to get the talent to grace the Premier League,” but the club responded by saying “eh … no we didn’t.” After dropping into the relegation zone, Sunderland really need to do a job over Aston Villa! (Sat. 3pm Set.) Premier League Coupon

If it was his ball Kevin Pietersen would have stuck it in his pocket and stormed off home, petulantly mumbling “Stupid bloody game…you don’t know what you’re talking about…I wasn’t out…cheating b$%&*£ds…I’m telling my mum.” Instead the England batsman just stood around until things got a little embarrassing, then he stood around a little longer and finally stormed off in a huff. Kev was unhappy with the catch which sent him packing with just 1 run to his name, claiming the ball hit the ground first. His captain Michael Vaughan came out in his defence asking for the umpires to use “common sense.” The ruling stood though and a late clutch of wickets for Malinga saw England’s strong start Pieter out. 4.00am SS1

The Great Escape

Comparing England to Houdini or Steve McQueen after Israel beat Russia would be quite apt, but we don’t want to insult either men, considering they escaped all on their own. England have now been given a golden opportunity to make it to the European Championships, but Michael Owen, who doesn’t play against Croatia because of an injury, knows they’re not there yet. The Newcastle striker made a lot of sense when he told us, “No-one will be celebrating just yet because there is still a massive task ahead of us at Wembley but we have been thrown a lifeline that many think we do not deserve.” If you back England to win 2 – 0 @ 6/1, you could be Owen-ing our cash soon! Wed 8pm BBC1

Eh…Put ‘Em Up

With the crime rate spiralling out of control in the US, it’s not surprising that criminals are using different methods to carry out their felonies. Even less surprising, they’re getting dumber. A man wearing a ski mask used a stapler to hold up a Kentucky ice cream store - and briefly got away with $175. After arresting Gerald Rocchi for the heinous crime, local police displayed similar brain power by admitting, “We didn’t know if Rocchi planned to shoot staples at the shop’s employees or use it as a blunt instrument if he didn’t get the cash. Luckily nobody was hurt.” It’d be a real crime if you missed out on tonight’s US racing from Churchill Downs, Hawthorne and many more, all live on ATR!

Time Will Telly!

With so much hinging on the result, the crucial showdown between Israel and Russia will probably get much higher viewing figures in England than … er … the England v Austria waste of time match. Steve McClaren will do his bit to boost the ratings declaring “I have no firm plans for Saturday, but I will most probably be at home with my boys, biting my nails hoping the right thing happens. We are a very private family and a very ordinary one” – presumably getting the word ‘one’ mixed up with ‘manager’. At 6/4 to win or draw on the double chance, can Israel avoid Zion-ing England’s death warrant?

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England fans will be delighted to know there’s a good reason for recalling David Beckham. Steve McLaren, in his worldly wisdom, is helping an Austrian radio station run a competition. Vienna FM are offering a lucky Beckham fan an opportunity to get their hands on the stars dirty linen after he takes part in England’s friendly with Austria. The radio station has a deal with the hotel where Beckham and the rest of the team will stay for the fan to be allowed to go into his room. McLaren said, “David is a very important player to us.” If you back England to win 3 – 1 @ 12/1, it’ll be music to your ears!

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You have to admire Niall Quinn for his enthusiasm for the derby between Sunderland and Newcastle. Explaining the value of scoring a goal in the fixture, Quinn said “you put it in your little book and at the end of your career you look back and you say, ‘Wow! What a great memory’.” Although depending on which Sunderland players are looking in their little books, it may soon be forgotten with “Ah Mandy – we double-teamed her. Wow! What a great memory.” Will the Black Cats claw their way past the Magpies?

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With an impending Uefa Cup tie with Bolton, Bayern Munich manager Ottmar Hitzfeld has given his players an extra day off this week. “The players were given Monday off,” he told us. Although Trotters’ boss Gary Megson might be rubbing his hands together and gleefully thinking, ‘Ze Germans are under prepared’, the truth is Bayern won’t need much preparation to beat the second worst team in the Premier League. Refusing to be drawn into a discussion about how crap Bolton are, the German coach said, “The reasoning behind my decision is based on the fact the Frankfurt match cost us a lot of energy.” Will Bolton trot away from Munich with a valuable win? Thurs 6pm Five

As of half time, Manchester United are leading 1 goal ahead of Arsenal. A sole goal by Rooney, just before the whistle.

I have to say though, Manchester United have the worst player I have seen so far in their team. He tries to get another fellow professional to get into the referee’s book, he acts, rolls on the ground when challenged, but walks away instantly after Fabregas gets a yellow. Pushes Fabregas when they both goes to ground.

Yes, its Anderson I am talking about. Its utterly despicable play, and disgusting to see him play on the pitch. In fact, he doesn’t really contribute much to the game except getting the game in confusion.

Aside from those unsightly behavior, the game has been fantastic so far. Lots of possession by the home side. The only goal by half time was courtesy of a deflection off Gallas.

After 3 minutes into the second half, a great play from Arsenal, resulting in a goal by Fabregas. Amazing determination by Adebayor, whose shot was blocked by Van der Sar. But it was wiped in again into the middle to Fabregas. All he had to do was to avoid Ferdinand’s feet and the left post. Fabregas showed great composure and calmly slotted home the equalizing goal.

On the 56th minute, there was a ‘retribution’ for Anderson, when he nudged Flamini on the edge of the box, and Flamini clutched to his arm while falling. Its just bad karma on Anderson’s side. Fortunately for him and Manchester United, Fabregas’s free kick was saved by Van der Sar.

10 minutes before full time, Manchester United grabs the lead again through Ronaldo. Excellent play set up by substitute Saha. He made a glorious clever pass to Evra, who made an unstoppable run, and passing to Ronaldo, who finished it off with a great shot past Alumnia.

With 3 mintues of extra time, Arsenal made it 2 - 2 , by William Gallas. A great strike by the captain. Outstanding determination by the home team to earn the equalizer, and the precious 1 point in the table. It was initially missed by the referee. However, it was spotted by the referee’s assistant, that the ball went into the net, but was palmed away by  Van der Sar.

Excellent excellent game by both teams.