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10 Jun 2018 21:37:34
6 days to go!

On the 16th of June our Facebook page will go live to a charity match the site has organised, in aid of Seva and Macmillan nurses.
It will be a 3pm kick off!
Please share and like our page to support the boys taking part. We have one crowdfunded page on justgiving that raised £300 before prematurely ending so stay tuned for a new one setting up. We are hopeful to raise £1000 with this and the players match fees.

This is also the last call for anyone else who wants to play in the game held in north oxfordshire. Current players range from all abilities and ages! So do not feel you cannot contribute.

Text me on 07719565417 for more info!

Will ed001's "Just like watching brazil" better ed002's "Walham green east wapping, carpet cleaning rodent and boggit exterminating association"....FC?

Who is your money on?!

Ed001

1.) 10 Jun 2018 22:22:48
Hey guys, ken and myself are both playing in this match mostly with guys from the Liverpool page. Some support would be greatly appreciated, if anyone can make the game and get involved that would be great, a few extra players so old fogies like men don't have to play 90 minutes could save his old creaking joints. Lol.
If you can't make it then donations or just tuning in to the Facebook live viewing of me making a tit of myself would be great.

I don't know about you guys but the site has given me so much over the years, I've been posting since it was a single page, and it's been a pleasure to watch it grow and be small part of that. So I'm more than happy to give a little back.


2.) 10 Jun 2018 23:33:01
Hey gents, if this ever happens again, I’d be happy to simultaneously set one up on the other side of the pond for max effect. I am an American currently living in Hawaii and I am certain that I could pull something together to double our efforts.

Let me know if something like that would interest you all.


3.) 10 Jun 2018 23:47:16
Shame nobody from ireland sets one up.


4.) 10 Jun 2018 23:50:06
I'm in the team with you Shappy. looking forward to it.


5.) 10 Jun 2018 22:24:14
What's the Facebook page called ed.

{Ed001's Note - I am told if you search this in the search bar on there it shows up first: facebook.com/footballrumours


6.) 11 Jun 2018 01:30:39
If i could play on Saturday, Ed001 would liken me to Luka Modric in a player profile. would love to have played though.

{Ed001's Note - I was told you are more like an elephant dosed on valium trying to tap dance in concrete boots.}


7.) 11 Jun 2018 09:10:24
Excellent Lee mate, thought it was just me and Ken from the united page. Looks like we might have the three musketeers now. Lol.


8.) 11 Jun 2018 10:44:38
Feeling very vulnerable around all the Scousers.


9.) 11 Jun 2018 11:49:35
Boys keep the ball moving forward,
Don't park the bus.
Hold hands with their best player and pull him to the ground and try to get a sneaky elbow on their keeper early on in the game then take shots from 30 or 40 yards out. 😀😀😀 that should do it.


10.) 11 Jun 2018 13:45:24
Would love to have played lads unfortunatley I’m moving house to ulverston that day. Hope yous get a good day and a great turnout!
Enjoy yourselves.


11.) 11 Jun 2018 16:02:05
Have fun lads would have loved to have been there. Hope to be there next year.


12.) 11 Jun 2018 16:06:11
Far from it Ed, if you see me play i think you'd recommend me to Jim Lawlor.


13.) 11 Jun 2018 16:13:32
I refuse to watch this because it could ruin my belief that Shappy is really comedian Shappi Khorsandi.


14.) 11 Jun 2018 16:22:39
Or you might find your faith rewarded. Lol.


15.) 12 Jun 2018 20:27:00
I can play?

{Ed001's Note - get in touch with benny baller on the number provided, one has dropped out so there is a space.}


16.) 13 Jun 2018 15:53:24
Shappy/ Ken I am from this page but live in Liverpool so add another musketeer 2 that! 😃.


 

 

12 Jun 2015 21:04:12
{Ed001's Note - We have posted a new confirmed transfer entitled, Confirmed signings 2015-06-12.

Ed001

1.) 12 Jun 2015 21:19:02
Thanks ed. Obiang from Sampdoria to West Ham is an interesting one.

{Ed001's Note - they are pushing the boat out, they are targeting European football at the Olympic Stadium.}


2.) 13 Jun 2015 10:31:15
They're assembling a pretty good squad, aren't they. Obiang was highly touted a few years ago so could prove to be a very good signing.


 

 

16 May 2015 15:21:46
{Ed001's Note - We have posted a new confirmed transfer entitled, Episode 2 - Moon Views. la despedida De Gea

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14 May 2015 15:14:09{Ed001's Note - We have posted a new confirmed transfer entitled, Transfer Talk #1 Super Samir Handanvoic

Ed001

1.) 14 May 2015 17:36:43
Thanks Ed001, every bit of analysis and discussion you guys provide is greatly appreciated by everyone! : )


2.) 14 May 2015 17:57:12
This is a fantastic addition to the site Ed! Thank you. Might stop the constant questioning over the same topics too.


3.) 14 May 2015 21:07:30
Well that answers my question on the banter page! Thanks as always ed


 

 

25 Nov 2014 16:33:24
Thanks to all of you that have been helping to beta test our new game, Flat Out Horse Racing at http://www.footballrumoursbets.co.uk/games/flatouthorseracing.php it is completely free to play, and will remain that way even after it leaves beta. Currently Ed033 is working on converting the game to HTML5 so that it can run on mobile devices.

Once that is done, he will be putting together a monthly prize draw, which you can enter by buying tickets using the game money you have won through playing the game, as a thank you for your help with the testing. So the more you play it, the more chance you have of winning.

Also, in case you haven't spotted it yet, we have made some changes to your accounts on here, which you can find through your 'My Recent Posts' link currently. Or you can see those changes on other people's accounts by clicking on their name under a post.

You can now add a profile picture, as well as your avatar, plus some information about yourself if you choose to. There are also areas there to display how you are getting on in our games and competitions, if you are taking part.

The recent posts are still displayed on that page, but the links will be changed later to reflect the changes, as you will be able to edit your profile direct from that page. Your full set of profile badges will also be displayed there, when they are up and running (which is one of the next things on Ed033's to do list).

Ed001

1.) Superb work ed thanks for each and evryone of yours dedication towards this site.

{Ed007's Note - (yes)


2.) Thanks Ed - I just had a 16-1 romp home, it was more exciting than watching Utd this season, haha. Appreciate all of your work on the site.

{Ed007's Note - Well done.}


 

 

 

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Kostas Tsimikas

27 Mar 2024 07:52:57
{Ed's Note - Ed001 has posted a new player profile about, Kostas Tsimikas

Ed001

1.) 27 Mar 2024 09:39:30
Hi Ed1 would you be able to do one on Mainoo? I’d be interested to see your thoughts on him.

{Ed001's Note - are you being serious?}


2.) 27 Mar 2024 10:01:37
Have you done one or made a comment I’ve missed Ed? Sorry if I have.

{Ed001's Note - yes mate, Mainoo was the one I did previously. If you look at the list of players on the player-profile site, it is the one beneath this one. That's why I wasn't sure if it was a joke, I was wondering if the link had popped up repeatedly or something.}


3.) 27 Mar 2024 10:10:31
Ah cheers Ed!

Just had a read, agree with a lot of it. Think we’ve a real player here.

The way he moves with the ball, and his dribbling reminds me a good bit on Thiago as well. He’s got that nice drop of the shoulder to get a yard or two of space.

Fingers crossed we keep him clear of injury and build a proper side around him.

{Ed001's Note - glad you like mate. He is a special talent.}


4.) 27 Mar 2024 10:26:11
Makelele vibes. Understated and essential.


5.) 27 Mar 2024 14:04:13
Not for me Spenno, Makelele was an out and out defensive midfielder with limited technical ability. he did redefine the DM position which has been redefined since. Mainoo is a box to box/ number 8 type player.


6.) 27 Mar 2024 14:34:20
Ok, understated and essential.


 

 

Kobbie Mainoo

22 Mar 2024 10:48:06
{Ed's Note - Ed001 has posted a new player profile about, Kobbie Mainoo

Ed001

1.) 22 Mar 2024 11:24:57
Great post ED001.

The kid does look special. At least he has given Utd something positive to talk about.

He could potentially show us what he really is capable of, if Southgate plays him in a strong 11.

{Ed001's Note - I hope he does get the chance, he has earnt it.}


2.) 22 Mar 2024 11:37:26
Thanks Ed001. How would you compare him to some of your homegrown/ young midfielders?

{Ed001's Note - different types of players, they were mainly attackers that are just now evolving into midfielders. Mainoo is a fully read mid. The only one who can really stand comparison with him as being on a similar level is Bajcetic, but his injury might have affected him adversely. So right now Mainoo looks ahead of all of them.}


3.) 22 Mar 2024 11:47:28
The key thing is getting him the right partner in midfield, linked with dewsbury-hall today, i would like to see us sign palhinha from fulham to play alongside mainoo and then have bruno/ mount play as number 10.


4.) 22 Mar 2024 12:48:48
Thanks for taking on the request Ed, I’ll take a look tonight ?.

{Ed001's Note - I hope it lives up to expectations.}


5.) 22 Mar 2024 13:13:50
Really good read Ed001 and I think a fair assessment of Mainoo. He is performing ahead of where anyone would have expected this season and it could be argued having to do more than we would like for an 18 year old in his first season.
Going into next season I hope we decide what we want him to be (holding midfielder or that box to box) and get him the right partner to play with. I personally feel like it will be the latter and we will be looking at a true holding midfielder to replace Casimero (even if we keep him for another year) .
It is exciting to think of us having a settled strong central core running through the team (Onana, Martinez/ New CB, Mainoo/ New HM, Fernandes, Hojlund) next year.

{Ed001's Note - thank you Brad.}


6.) 22 Mar 2024 14:12:41
Great read as always ed.

{Ed001's Note - thank you angel.}


7.) 22 Mar 2024 15:02:55
Excellent read Ed.

{Ed001's Note - cheers Fizz.}


8.) 22 Mar 2024 19:03:53
Thanks again Ed.

I’m really excited by the boy, despite usually being amongst the first to encourage others not to put too much pressure on youngsters.

It’s good to get an unbiased view which pairs up with what all Manchester United fans are talking about.

I agree with your point about the next 10 years, and think it would be criminal for the club to waste his talents by continuing with the conveyor belt of managers and styles. Again the mention of Ineos and the importance of their handling of the club and the impact that has on the player should not be understated. Furthermore with Garnacho and Hojlund it feels like we have the makings what the squad will look like in 5 years (which no doubt would’ve also included Greenwood if he weren’t such a pleb) .

I feel we have a generational midfielder on our hands and just hope he fulfils his potential at the club.

{Ed001's Note - fingers crossed for him Wazza, he really does have that generational talent.}


9.) 23 Mar 2024 10:50:21
Nice post Ed001, Mainoo really has been the bright spot in an otherwise very forgetful season for United.

I do wonder how much better off we'd be if he was available between August and December. How many more points would we have?

Which considering he's an 18 year old having his break out season kind of highlights just how good he's been.

Although a different kind of midfielder, his breakout season playing in the heart of midfield for a big side when he's so young reminds me of the impact Fabregas had in his first season at Arsenal.

For me the most impressive thing about Mainoo is his intelligence and ability to read the game. He plays like a player with 5 years experience despite only making 16 first team appearances.

Normally you see youngsters breakthrough with the talent, but the decision making and temperament are not there. If they develop those then they live up to the hype, if they don't then they drift into that category of former wonder kid who never lived up to the billing.

Yet Mainoo at 18 has the intelligence to make the right decisions, along with the temperament, he's a winner and has that drive, but he has the mentality to measure that, to not let his emotions overwhelm him and force him into a mistake.

These aren't things players typically develop until they have 3 or 4 season's under their belt at least. The fact Mainoo is so far ahead of the curve in these areas is frankly scary and why it's difficult to gauge where the limit on his potential is.

For United it is now about finding the right players to build around him.

While there is a lot of clamour for João Neves, and rightly so he is a phenomenal young player. I just don't see a world where any top side lines up with an 18 and a 19 year old in the heart of their midfield. Which kind of feels like it will be a case of either or when picking a starting 11, and both are too good to be sitting on the bench.

The player I'd go for to play alongside him in midfield is Florentino Luis of Benfica. While all the attention in their midfield over the past few years has been first on Enzo Fernandez and now on João Neves, it is Florentino who has been the ever present and the foil these two players have needed to flourish.

We have seen Enzo Fernandez struggle to replicate his best form at Chelsea, even with very good players like Caicedo next to him.

I also wonder how João Neves would play elsewhere without Florentino alongside him.

He's the ideal player, a No.6 who is strong in the tackle, has a great passing range and reads the game really well, meaning he is always in the right place at the right time to snuff out danger. He's very much like Micheal Carrick, and just like Carrick he gets overlooked because the job he does isn't flashy. But it is effective in helping those around him play better. Florentino also has a good amount of experience in top flight football and in European football.

Florentino Luis as the No.6 with Mainoo given slightly more freedom as the No.8 would in my opinion because the perfect midfield.

Is see that roaming No.8 role as being perfect for Mainoo right now. He has the intelligence to know when to sit and when to push forward. While that freedom will also allow him to develop the defensive and offensive side of his game. I could see him having a similar career path in terms of playing position to Roy Keane, a box to box player in the early and mid-stages of his career, before becoming more of a holding player in the latter stages of his career.

I'm really looking forward to seeing how his career develops, the only thing I see that could hold him back are injuries. So the club have to be responsible with his game time and give him regular breaks and not over work him, especially while his body is still growing and developing.


10.) 23 Mar 2024 17:17:22
Thanks as always Ed001. Shappy what about Florentino and Nevez? Florentino to sit and Mainoo plus Joao Nevez as 8.

{Ed001's Note - very welcome.}


11.) 23 Mar 2024 19:40:18
Mainoo, Florentino will likely cost 60-70m, while Joao Neves will be 90-120m. I really don't think the club will spend close to 200m on two midfielders this summer.

Joao Neves is a similar profile of midfielder to Mainoo. Why spend 90-120m on Neves when we have Mainoo already?

Florentino is the profile of player we need, he would be slightly on the expensive side, but if I'm honest I think he's the ideal player and the best available for that profile of player.


 

 

PSR Regulations

19 Mar 2024 07:39:06
{Ed's Note - Ed001 has posted a new article entitled, PSR Regulations

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Cheick Doucoure

24 Feb 2024 19:44:20
{Ed's Note - Ed001 has posted a new player profile about, Cheick Doucoure

Ed001

1.) 24 Feb 2024 20:56:54
A good profile ED001.

{Ed001's Note - thank you MH.}


2.) 25 Feb 2024 01:44:34
Thanks Ed. Good read.

{Ed001's Note - thank you BRD.}


 

 

Liverpool v Luton Town - A Quick Liverpool Perspective

23 Feb 2024 07:39:08
{Ed's Note - Ed001 has posted a new article entitled, Liverpool v Luton Town - A Quick Liverpool Perspective

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07 May 2020 20:23:21
Sorry I clicked send too soon and never finished.

It is all about maintaining possession to look for higher quality chances, rather than hopeful crosses. Liverpool showed this season that there is still a value in putting crosses in early and getting bodies into the box though, so maybe things will change over the next few seasons. It does tend to evolve each year.

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25 Sep 2019 12:03:57
why was that? I will have to look for it.

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01 Feb 2019 06:46:03
Goalie Paul Woolston was released.
Matty Willock returned from a loan with St Mirren and went back out to Creepy Crawley.
Tom Sang joined Fylde on loan.
Zak Dearnley joined Oldham Athletic on loan.
Regan Poole joined Newport County on loan.
Ethan Hamilton went to Rochdale on loan.
Callum Whelan joined Port Vale on loan.
Ro-Shaun Williams went to Shrewsbury Town, I think that was a free transfer.

There you go, I think that is all of them, unless there are some late deals yet to have the paperwork processed by the FA.

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04 Nov 2018 03:05:55
Incidentally this was just sent in on the Villa site about him from Davedean82: Axel gets better and better, with every game . his pace and the ground he cover is amazing. Also he's helping Chester recover some of his confidence . That was Chester's best game for ages, him and Axel could make a great pairing.

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23 Oct 2018 06:15:04
Glad you enjoyed it mate, I have had a request to do that regularly so I will probably stick to Mondays being mainly anecdotes.

Ed001