The matchlive console shows Nelsen having the red. Had to read back through the min-by-min to get the real info.

Yes, he's from Brisbane, Scotland...

I'm seeing McClaren's time at Boro more like Souness' time with us. 2 trips to Europe followed by things going south.

Ah, but that's a big if. Obviously the US were a strong enough side to qualify, unlike Nigeria. As for a 12 million transfer fee, neither has Theo - it was closer to 5. Add ons don't count, as they have to be reached first.

Definitely wouldn't call him miles behind Theo (haven't seen Obi). Has the talent, but his downfall will be attitude. He's had several problems with management due to lack of playing time. Instead of just going out and working harder, he moans and complains. That being said, when they bring him on late in a match he makes his presence known and can be a match changer with his speed. The way he plays reminds me a bit of Rooney's performances for England (though at a lesser quality).

30%. Abbey, I'm thinking leather trousers and piercings might have something to do with your score!!

Ironicly, the other match I got that was non-us is in Kaiserslauten a few days later. I guess I should have consulted my calendar before posting!

Get anything for the early matches in Gelsenkirchen, Tris? We're there for the first 2 matches - Poland/Ecuador on the 9th and US/Italy on the 13th.

Got 2 matches, match 2 and match 36 (I think - one in the 30s in Kaiserslauten). The only worry about match 2 is my vacation starts the next day!! I'm sure I can work something out with the boss to leave a day early and arrive at the match jet lagged.

Hate to say it, but we'd be thrilled to have number 5 as our average this season...

Why would Celtic supporters care about Newcastle?

I hope you lot aren't this happy if our current manager ever has a poor run and moves on with the same results. Nice to see the gratitude for bringing us to heights unexpected at the time he took over.

I hate to say, but I have a sinking feeling about this one. 1-3 Gamst for us, Rude "The Van" Nistelrooy twice (one a penalty) and Saha for them

I went up and then one of my better CMs got injured for 5 weeks! He's on his way back now, but I'm next to last with only 2 points. Have a bit of cash and looking to improve my roster and possibly change back to training defenders. Still looking for just the right player at just the right price. Usually late night transfer searching will help, but I've only been looking in N. America for American players. Might be time to expand the search.

I remember Jason Roberts' speed giving our defenders fits. Monday night match, if I'm thinking of the same one.

Any chance we'll be able to buy a shirt before World Cup? It would be nice to be wearing the new shirt in Germany...

If you want to get technical, it's 25 out of 43...

Agree on most, but Dunn has only regained full fitness because he keeps getting injured (years after leaving Souness)!! And Duff has missed more than his share of matches for Chelsea due to injury.

Yes, I remember having the following discussion with the head of our European operations who is a United fan about 6 or 7 months after the match: Him: My cat's name is Fergie. Me: Is that because he whines so much? Him: Yes, especially about extra minutes of stoppage time. Me: grumble grumble grumble

I must say, I was happy to see that they got their butts handed to them by Brum (one of the few times I'm glad they win) and got charged. The way the whole thing was handled was one of the most unprofessional things I've ever seen.

What I saw valued Stamford Bridge at 750 mil

Yes, entrapment, they forced him to say he'd accept the offer and leave England... One of these days he'll get a similar offer that isn't a fake.

Still waiting for your age and occupation Gordo. As usual, all bluster, nothing to back it up.

Can't just blame Reid. 20 or so shots - 3 on target was the stat I saw.

2 jobs opening up in the North next week?