Football Close Season Thread - Page 27

Nugget · 06-07-2009, 16:16

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Originally Posted by Damien

Presumably there would have been extensive dialogue between United and the FA. They may have waited for a re-test and for the FA to decide a punishment along with input/appeals from United.

Not saying it's true but it is quite feasible that it's been kept quiet for a month.

Who said it's anything to do with United?

Shadow Demon UK · 06-07-2009, 16:17

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Originally Posted by Damien

Presumably there would have been extensive dialogue between United and the FA. They may have waited for a re-test and for the FA to decide a punishment along with input/appeals from United.

Not saying it's true but it is quite feasible that it's been kept quiet for a month.

I don't understand why people are assuming it's United as well?

**Damien** · 06-07-2009, 16:19

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Originally Posted by Shadow Demon UK

I don't understand why people are assuming it's United as well?

The rumour states it's United.

matt-h · 06-07-2009, 16:30

Easy target i expect

punky · 06-07-2009, 19:40

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Originally Posted by matt-h

Easy target i expect

http://www.manutdtalk.com/forums/man...g-testing.html

Why is it that any time someone says something non-complimentary about United, the fans just assume people are picking on them?

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Originally Posted by Russ B

Can't find anything online about this

I can't find it publicly on google yet (its on registration-only sites), but there are references to Nicko about:

http://www.astonvilla.vitalfootball....tid=28750&mid=

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A bit of an update. It seems the most concrete rumour is that it involves 4 players match fixing the FA cup final. Apparently the FA and police are aware.

Its from a private forum so I can't link or quote. However it seems that a couple of people are corroborating it. Still, anyone can say they have a high-placed source etc.

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In case anyone thinks i'm just making up random rubbish, here's another footie forum

http://www.villatalk.com/index.php?n...wtopic&t=53576

They don't really know either, but someone else brought up the United failed drug test allegation.

Russ · 06-07-2009, 19:43

Why would 'they' (whoever) keep it quiet though? When one of the most famous defenders in Europe (maybe the world?) - Rio Ferdinand - slipped up and missed his drugs test, it was out in hours.

punky · 06-07-2009, 19:50

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Originally Posted by Russ B

Why would 'they' (whoever) keep it quiet though? When one of the most famous defenders in Europe (maybe the world?) - Rio Ferdinand - slipped up and missed his drugs test, it was out in hours.

Nicko seemed to imply there were legal issues to be settled.

I wouldn't get too defensive, these are just rumours and theories. I would put more money on match fixing than failing a drug test.

I hope we find out and doesn't fizzle out. As VillaTalk said, Nicko has a very good track record and his credentials are proven.

Russ · 06-07-2009, 19:52

I'm not being defensive, I just get annoyed when people say "I'd love to tell you about this really juicy story.....but I can't". Either 'lay a cable' or get off the toilet - either tell us the full story or say nothing at all.

Shadow Demon UK · 06-07-2009, 20:31

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Originally Posted by punky

A bit of an update. It seems the most concrete rumour is that it involves 4 players match fixing the FA cup final. Apparently the FA and police are aware.

Its from a private forum so I can't link or quote. However it seems that a couple of people are corroborating it. Still, anyone can say they have a high-placed source etc.

Chelsea winning the final? They wouldn't have made much money doing that. The goals were all pretty good, none looked suspect. The site you linked too says the first goal, i just can't see how any of the match could have been fixed tbh. Were there rumours of this before this Nicko guy said anything or is it just something people have made up because of what he's said?

As i said before, he says it's not happened before, so surely that would rule out drugs and match fixing, which have made headlines many times before?

punky · 06-07-2009, 20:40

If you don't like it or don't agree with it, then just ignore it.

TheDaddy · 07-07-2009, 06:45

Both really good players, Cavani is particularly suited to out game

1358: Aston Villa have been linked with moves for Palermo's 22-year-old Uruguayan striker Edinson Cavani and River Plate forward Radamel Falcao, 23.
Full story: The Birmingham Mail

Looks like Newcastle may have new owners very soon, let's hope one of the bids isn't from Freddy Shepard though

http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/foot...ed/8137156.stm

**Damien** · 07-07-2009, 09:03

If this is the 'big story' then it's kind of a anti-climax:

http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/foot...td/8137680.stm

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Originally Posted by BBC

Sheffield United have suspended Paddy Kenny for failing a drugs test, BBC Radio Sheffield reports.

matt-h · 07-07-2009, 10:13

Quote:

Originally Posted by punky

http://www.manutdtalk.com/forums/man...g-testing.html

Why is it that any time someone says something non-complimentary about United, the fans just assume people are picking on them?

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I can't find it publicly on google yet (its on registration-only sites), but there are references to Nicko about:

http://www.astonvilla.vitalfootball....tid=28750&mid=

---------- Post added at 17:50 ---------- Previous post was at 16:40 ----------

A bit of an update. It seems the most concrete rumour is that it involves 4 players match fixing the FA cup final. Apparently the FA and police are aware.

Its from a private forum so I can't link or quote. However it seems that a couple of people are corroborating it. Still, anyone can say they have a high-placed source etc.

---------- Post added at 19:40 ---------- Previous post was at 17:50 ----------

In case anyone thinks i'm just making up random rubbish, here's another footie forum

http://www.villatalk.com/index.php?n...wtopic&t=53576

They don't really know either, but someone else brought up the United failed drug test allegation.

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Originally Posted by Damien

If this is the 'big story' then it's kind of a anti-climax:

http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/foot...td/8137680.stm

Said it was an easy target... Helps if people get the right club eh...doesnt say a lot for that source..or the people that saw united and jumped to conclusions

**Damien** · 07-07-2009, 10:39

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Originally Posted by matt-h

Said it was an easy target... Helps if people get the right club eh...doesnt say a lot for that source..or the people that saw united and jumped to conclusions

Well I doubt this is what the reporter was referring too as it's not a big news event.

punky · 07-07-2009, 10:54

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Originally Posted by matt-h

Said it was an easy target... Helps if people get the right club eh...doesnt say a lot for that source..or the people that saw united and jumped to conclusions

As Damien said, I doubt if a Championship player failing a drugs test due to buying an OTC cough remedy counts as a story to shock the world to its foundations.

Can I also point out that my first guess was actually Barcelona, and now appears it has to do with Chelsea v Everton FA Cup Final.

So get the chip off your shoulder.