JT Is Not Human, Is He?

The Guardian - Terry swallowed his tongue, stopped breathing and was left concussed after being accidentally kicked in the face by Abou Diaby during Chelsea's 2-1 Carling Cup triumph over Arsenal at the Millennium Stadium. His injury was so serious that players immediately summoned medical assistance from the bench and he was treated for five minutes before being carried off on a stretcher.

Yet Terry was fit enough to leave hospital a short time later and join in the celebrations after the game. "I just said to the lads I didn't remember," he revealed today. "I remember walking out for the second half and nothing else until waking up in the ambulance on the way to the hospital. I had the scan and they said it's OK. It was great to be back [with the lads], they were different class. I'm still feeling a bit groggy though. It's thanks to the lads as I didn't have much part to play in the second half. Throughout the competition they've been spot on."

Big applause to the England and Chelsea captain. I really do think he's a brave man, and I was shocked to hear that he came back from hospital to celebrate with the lads! OMG, is he a cockroach or something that can recover so fast?? Amazing! Get well soon man! England and Chelsea need you!

The Oscar Goes To......

Best picture: The Departed
Best director: Martin Scorsese, The Departed
Best actor: Forest Whitaker, The Last King of Scotland
Best actress: Helen Mirren, The Queen
Best supporting actress: Jennifer Hudson, Dreamgirls
Best supporting actor: Alan Arkin, Little Miss Sunshine
Best foreign language film: Das Leben der Anderen, Germany
Best adapted screenplay: The Departed
Best original screenplay: Little Miss Sunshine
Best original score: Babel
Best visual effects: Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest
Best cinematography: Pan's Labyrinth
Best costume design: Marie Antoinette
Best film editing: The Departed
................[full winners of 79th Academy Awards]

Oscar Red Carpet Best Dressed [Gallery]
Oscar Red Carpet Worst Dressed [Gallery]

Reese Witherspoon, Jodie Foster, and Rachel Weisz were gorgeous and stunning to me!!! But, Kirsten Dunst, what were you thinking!?

Riise: It's Behind Us

News of the World - Riise: "He is a great player and we all want great players at this club. He always works very hard for the team. It is not up to me to decide what the future is for Craig at Liverpool. My job is to focus myself on what I am doing for the team. But I would like to see him stay here. It was destiny that it should be me and Bellamy whose scored the goals."

"We both had a tough week after Portugal but we had the courage to put all the problems behind us. Craig and I are men. We are both mature. We are both team players. We spoke about what happened but the important thing was we agreed we could put it behind us and we are happy."

"To score against Barcelona was great but we did it for the team not for ourselves. You could see from our celebrations that we are good team-mates. We both stood together. The spirit is strong between us. We knew everyone would expect us to fail after what happened in Portugal. But it wasn't about John Arne Riise or Craig Bellamy. It was a victory for Liverpool FC."

Stevie + Robbie - Perfect Match!

24 Feb 2007 Liverpool 4-0 Sheff Utd - EPL

BBC - Two first-half penalties from Robbie Fowler put Liverpool in total control. Steven Gerrard won both penalties after he was fouled first by Rob Kozluk and then by Nick Montgomery, with Fowler finishing each time with precision. After the break Sami Hyypia's low shot made it 3-0, before Gerrard added the fourth with a superb individual goal after he was set up by a Fowler pass.



Two good news - one is that Crouchy is fine, and Pepe is becoming Daddy!!! Great to hear that! I was just wondering why Deduk got strated today. Pepe - the Daddy!

Rafa: "Crouch has a broken nose and needed stitches but it's not serious, he's OK and I spoke to him after the game."
Liverpoolfc.tv - The Liverpool manager also revealed Pepe Reina wasn't involved because he had been up half of the previous night because his wife is expecting a baby.

Kuyt: "I think Robbie has shown us yet again that he's a legend. It's hard when you're not in the squad all the time, and not always playing, and yet he scored twice and also played really well. He's very important for the team, even when he's not on the pitch with us. It's unbelievable the way he finishes his penalties. He's still got a very cool head and is a very good player. I think Robbie is, like I said, just very important for the team. Even off the pitch he tries to help the younger people, like me when I first came here. That's really important."

So, here is my second time at Anfield. Well, to be really honest, I was a little bit disappointed. Apart from winning 4-0, which is great of course, the fans were actually less enthusiastic than last time I was there. They seemed lazy and quiet. When someone started a chant, I always expected people to follow, but they didn't this time, which was quite strange! Credits to Sheffield Utd's away fans, they were singing loudly throughout the game. Just once, people around me started to sing together and that was because Sheff Utd's fans were winding us up. They sat on the other side of Anfield Road stand and I don't know how and why, we got pissed off by them. So people turned to them, singing and shouting towards them. It was funny because at that point I didn't know what happen on the pitch for 1 or 2 minutes because I was so focused on what's going on between home and away fans!

On the train back, Sheffield Utd fans were still singing. They were having some laugh and you just can't help admirinig them. It was like they won the game! (But well, some of them had been drinking and maybe that's why)

After watching the replay, I have to say that I don't like the first penalty. I mean, the way Stevie earned it. It seemed like his eyes had never left the ref when he fell down, which I thought only the likes of cristiano Ronaldo would do. But on the other side, Crouchy was fouled, so it would be a penalty whatsoever. On the train back, a Sheff Utd fan sat next to me, and he was on the phone with his mate. At first I thought he's Liverpool fan because he was reading the match programme until he told his mate that the first two goals were penalties, and it's 'disgusted'. Then I made sure when he sang with other Sheff Utd fans on the train.

Thanks Drogballs to point out that it was Stevie's first goal since the New Year's Day against Bolton. Is it a coincidence that I happen to be at the Anfield both times? lol I want to tell you guys that I was lucky to get the tickets this time because it was sold out soon when it went on general sale. I got it before general sale because I'm the e-season ticket holder and I joined the ballot. It was actually just my second time trying the ballot! How lucky I was.

Next would be a big clash with Man U at home. It's impossible for me to get the tickets this time, never mention about the Champions League game against Barca. So hopefully I manage to get the Arsenal one on 31st March, and hopefully Stevie can score again in front of me! lol

You Two Are On Fire - Can't Stop Making Headlines Can You

21 Feb 2007 Barcelona 1-2 Liverpool - CL last 16 1st leg

BBC - Deco nodded Barca in front from Gianluca Zambrotta's precise cross. But Liverpool dug in and they levelled when Barca keeper Victor Valdes let Bellamy's header creep over the line. Barca poured men forward but the Reds took the lead when Bellamy teed up Riise to fire home and they held on to win despite seeing Deco hit the post.

Bellamy:"You couldn't make up what has happened tonight. I've not been reading the papers so I've not been too bothered what people say. All I wanted to do was make the most of the special atmosphere and the build up to the game. I've been reasonably lucky in football, playing for my country and other big clubs, but this is my best moment in the game."

"It was important at the final whistle that we didn't milk the victory. The dressing room was actually quite subdued afterwards. Well, as subdued as it can be after a win at the Nou Camp. This is a great result but it is only half-time. We've got to go back to Anfield for a completely different game, so as good a result as this is, there's still a long way to go. I take the rough with the smooth and to be honest I'm a bit gobsmacked tonight - coming here to the Nou Camp was something else. It's also my boy's 10th birthday today so it's just been really special. We wanted to hold them out for as long as possible but we knew it was going to be difficult. They are a top, top side and the reigning champions of Europe, but we've done a lot of work to prepare for this game and I think you could see that."

Rafa: "I didn't see Bellamy's celebration. I thought the keeper was going to catch the ball and I was thinking about what to do in the second half, so I didn't realise it was a goal at first. But I am really pleased with Craig and the team. Riise also scoring a goal was just a coincidence but you have got to be happy with that. I am really pleased that both scored and that they got the goals that mattered. The training camp in Portugal was really helpful for us. The commitment of the players was good before and after the problems, and even if that hadn't happened I'm sure we'd have done the same tonight because the atmosphere in the squad was really good."

Riise: "We knew we needed to enjoy it out there and believe in ourselves. To be fair we started the game very well. They scored but we knew that if we worked hard we would get a goal back. The boss has shown tonight that, tactically, he's one of the best around."

Agger: "We should keep our feet on the ground. Barcelona is also a very good side on the road, much can happen." "The atmosphere and football was one of the best I have experienced. It's a matter of being in the right position on the pitch and working hard for the side. Additionally we tried to create some good counter attacks and I feel we succeeded well."


I still can't believe it - not about beating Barca, about Bellamy and Riise scored!! What a coincidence!! Stories about their fracas during training camp were all over, and they hit the headlines again but with good this time! Well done you lads! Let's do more golf and karaoke, shall we? lol
I was in a bar with some reds. They're brilliant, and on my way home, saw some other fans singing on the street. This, without doubt, was the best feeling I have ever had during my time in Newcastle.

HAHAHA..I Love It!

Big News Broke Out Before Barca Game

The Guardian: Bellamy faces uncertain future as Liverpool reel from golf club attack
"Liverpool's preparations for Wednesday's Champions League game at Barcelona have been overshadowed by drunken misbehaviour on the Algarve. Craig Bellamy is facing a heavy fine and an uncertain future after a night out allegedly concluded with the forward using a golf club to attack his team-mate John Arne Riise.
Riise, who seemingly sustained bruises to his legs, was able to train alongside Bellamy yesterday and may receive a lesser punishment. He could well be joined on the Anfield roll of shame by Jermaine Pennant, Jerzy Dudek and Robbie Fowler, who all face club sanctions after police intervention was required to quell that trio's alcohol-fuelled antics.
Rafael Benítez's squad flew to Portugal eight days ago for a training camp before the game at Camp Nou. After five days of training Benítez allowed his players to let their hair down on Thursday night at the Vale do Lobo resort, where they were staying, and is understood to be dismayed that a handful abused his trust. An internal club investigation is now under way but no conclusions are anticipated until the squad's return from Barcelona.
The dispute involving Bellamy and Riise seemingly started with a karaoke competition in the early hours of Friday morning, when Bellamy took offence at the Norwegian left-back's refusal to sing. Increasingly irritated by the Welshman's jibes, Riise reportedly became incandescent and, surrounded by fellow players, the pair squared up to each other, trading expletives. Although things calmed down as the group dispersed and headed for their rooms, Bellamy apparently felt he had lost face in front of his team-mates and, having armed himself with a golf club, tracked down Riise before allegedly swinging it at his legs. Benítez, who had spent the earlier part of the evening at the nearby resort of Vilamoura, was contacted and he separated the clearly inebriated pair."
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1. I hope Riise's leg is fine if he was attacked.
2. Anybody who left the club ashamed should be punished. Especially Liverpool is a club has so much history and reputation.
3. Do NOT believe the mass media completely. None of them were there to see the whole thing. I'm tired of seeing 'resource says'..... who is that resource?? Is he or she Chelsea fan and trying to make up things to hurt Liverpool football club?
4. I hope the lads stay focused on the pitch.
5. If Bellamy did attack Riise on the leg, hey, sack him, please. Legs are important to footballers, and he knows that clearly! Imagine one day Bellamy got drunk, attacking Gerrard and result in an injury that keeps him out of playing for some time. How much money can he be fined is enough for that, huh?

Photo Of The Week - St.James Visit

Liverpool warm up before kick off at St.James Park. YES! I was that close to them!! For more photos, click here. A guy standed next to me shouted: 'Stevie!!!', and Stevie turned around and smiled at him for a second. OH MY GOD! I was that close so I saw his face! When I was at Old Trafford this Wed watching England vs Spain, Gerrard once came very close to kick a cornor, and I thought that was the closest I could be to him in my entire life. Just three days later, I was so lucky to be in that position to take photos and saw those players. I came to the ground really early, waiting them in such a bad weather - freezing, raining and windy. Water was all over my shoes when I took those pictures, shivering with my hands couldn't feel anything.

I was sitting with Newcastle fans because I couldn't get tickets for away fans. All the tickets are sold out within hours on general sale!! I was so proud of Liverpool fans. They started to sign from very begining of the game while Newcastle fans were still quiet at first, even when the official were introducing their players. Their fans have no passion, I thought. Before Newcastle pulled one back, Liverpool fans kept singing so loudly, and I've heard almost every Liverpool chants. From where I sat, many of Newcastle fans turned their heads to see Liverpool fans several times, as if thinking....Oh my God, how the hell many of them up there??? Every time I saw someone turned or photoed Liverpool fans, I felt so proud in my heart. Honestly.

I don't like watching away matches. Not only for the reason that I sat with Newcastle fans and I couldn't shout anything or celebrated Liverpool's goal, but also, you have to hear those sticks on your players. God, it's hard! When Carra slipped with no one or ball near him (though it's normal for such a bad condition pitch, and many other players slipped by the way), people around me were laughing so hard at Carra!! lol I know it's part of the game, but I DON'T LIKE IT!!

Newcastle fans are sly. They sing only when Liverpool fans start to sing. After their goal, they finally started to make some noises. I was so angry because every time I heard Liverpool fans started the chants, Newcastle fans tried to cover that because they got much more people in the stadium!! It's like 'Liverpool..Liverpool..Liverpool NEWCASTLE..NEWCASTLE..NEWCASTLE..NEWCASTLE...' You know, most football chants are same tunes, with different club names. Anyway, what a surprise that we didn't get any point. On the way out of St.James', listening to the happy Geordies singing, I was so disappointed and angry......and fucking freezing!!!

How The Hell We Lost?

10 Feb 2007 Newcastle 2-1 Liverpool - EPL

BBC - Steve Harper's poor clearance was seized upon by Jermaine Pennant, who set up Craig Bellamy, as the Liverpool striker scored against his old club. Pepe Reina was equally at fault when his misjudged clearance was pounced on by Obafemi Martins, who sidefooted in. But Newcastle snatched the victory when Nolberto Solano scored with a penalty after Steven Taylor was fouled.

Rafa: "In the first half we should have been three or four nil up but we then conceded a stupid goal and a stupid penalty. It's difficult to explain how we got nothing from this match. We need to learn, when you create clear opportunities you need to take them and finish off the game. It's clear the conditions were not the best but I cannot complain about that because we dominated the first half. But we let them win the game in the second half."

Old Trafford, England Fans

7 Feb 2007 England 0-1 Spain - International Friendly

So I was at this significant Old Trafford. It was a big international football night - England takes on Spain in a friendly at home. A night that Stevie firstly captained England, leading the lads walking out of the tunnel to the pitch. It's not anymore about playing for your childhood club is it. It's about a honour that you wouldn't think twice to take when given a chance to represent your country. Yes, you wouldn't think twice because it's a chance to become a national hero of millions. This kind of significance made the night special. Can you imagine how confident the fans were entering to the ground? All the singing, chanting, waving all kinds of flags and smiling on the faces, with England shirts, hats, scarfs...all those things on!

Before kick-off I sat there and felt like having such a big party! We expected nothing but a decent performance and glory. When the crowd started to make noises, it did, and it's like Old Trafford was actually shacking! When it quiets down, it's really quiet because the stadium is too big! But don't worry, crazy England fans are always behind you, shouting something loudly. Some of those just make you: 'Jesus! Wasn't that too much, mate?' Or something Spainish/English that you can't understand but definitely know it's a bad language toward a player. The man behind me almost lost his voice just 10 minutes after kick-off.

But no matter how hard we were shouting - 'Come on England! Come on! Get it! Shoot!!!' What happened on the pitch just went the opposite tonight. Even worse for me, Stevie was substituted at the half time. 'What the...?', I thought. We started the game well, didn't we. But in the end, it was a mess, and I didn't even know what we were playing at. England was lack of creativity. I won't say too much about tactics or comment on players because I'm not good at that, plus I was distracted sitting there and watching players in such a close distance.

However, all I want to say about the whole game is... England fans deserved more. It was freezing out there, and the fans have traveled from so far away. Come on, we paid but we're not coming here for this kind of performance! Of course you can say England is missing some major players like Terry, Rooney, Joe Cole, Ashely Cole.... We can lose, but not in this way. It's surely a disappointing day for England.

As for my first experience of international football....well, I'd say that I still prefer watching Liverpool. Simply because..with England fans, you won't hear 'Come on Stevie or Jamie!'. It would be like 'Come on Gerrard or Carragher!' And say, for example, if Lampard passes a ball to Wright-Phillips and he missed it, there would be sticks on Chelsea coming out from England fans. That's the difference. I love almost every Liverpool player, but in England, though I wish them to win, I still can't help hating...Lampard. And that made me feel a little uncomfortable sitting there, because I didn't know if it's right to shout 'Come on Stevie!' ....You know what I mean?

Photo Of The Week

Check out who a friend of mine came across outside the St.James' Park last week! God, I miss him. Another friend also saw him in a cassino in Newcastle as he headed to the VIP room. Cassino? Right, fair enough, 'old habits die hard' huh? There are a lot of talk about whether he's coming back this season or next season. He said he's feeling fit though, "The physios at Newcastle are not saying it is impossible. I am confident I can play this season despite people saying otherwise." All the best to you, as always!

Hi Americans, 'Football' Not 'Soccer' Here!

BBC - American tycoons George Gillett and Tom Hicks have reached an agreement to take over Liverpool. Hicks and Gillett will be co-chairmen but will leave existing chief executive Rick Parry to run the club. Liverpool chairman David Moores, who will become an honorary life president, said: "This is a great step forward for its shareholders and its fans." The pair, who each own NHL ice hockey teams, beat off competition from Dubai International Capital. [read more]

Click to watch investment press conference and interviews with Rick Parry, Tom Hicks and George Gillett.

Hey, take some time to sit down and read about English football and history of Liverpool Football Club, alright? I don't like American takeover whatsoever, but if it's good for the club, okay I'll go for it as long as Rafa can get the support in terms of money he needs! And and and, Jesus, never never never think about sharing a stadium with Everton again, okay?

205th Merseyside Derby Ended Up Draw

3 Feb 2007 Liverpool 0-0 Everton - EPL

BBC - Everton delivered an outstanding defensive display to earn a point against Liverpool at Anfield. - Liverpool dominated possession, with Craig Bellamy having an early goal ruled out for offside and Tim Howard saving well from Peter Crouch. But Everton had the best chance of the game after 59 minutes when Andrew Johnson shot straight at Pepe Reina as he looked certain to score. Crouch also wastefully shot straight at Howard as time ran out for Liverpool.

Alright, I'm not blaming them playing defensively. That's the only thing you can do playing a stronger team away! It's shame that we couldn't break their defense. It's rare to see players like Xabi and Kuyt getting pissed off in the game so much, but it just showed how much they wanted to win the derby though they are not even scousers. Stevie was a little over-excited, giving the ball away sometimes. Three strikers up front means little space for Stevie to go forward. And what a save for Reina! Oh dear, I would be sooooo gutted to see Andy Johnson scoring a goal against us again! Thank you so much Reina, you're the hero!

I also took a close look of Agger in this game. He was just brilliant! Calm, disciplined and went forward some time with decent long passes or strikes. And there was a brave tackle against..who? Andy Johnson or..whatever, turned out to be so important. He doesn't go down easily but once he does, it counts! Though I would still go for Jamie for his passion and the never-say-die attitude, Agger definitely has the quality to be on the top in the future!

Okay, next week will be the Toon! Liverpool would be so desperately to win to come to St.James Park! I'm waiting here for you lads! (Xabi will be suspended for 5 yellows. Erm....I'd better not to wear red shirt to go to St.James right? Especially I didn't get the seat for away fans...but a little scarf will be fine I reckon, huh?)

New No.2

New signing from Deportivo La Coruna Alvaro Arbeloa. [interview]

Jay Brannan

Jay Brannan - Soda Shop [More his songs and videos]
This guy's voice is beautiful, and he's kind of cute as well. By the way, Shortbus actually can be searched on IMDb, and I'm looking forward to the film! [view trailer] [Soda Shop - Jay Brannan in Shortbus clip]