Archive for June 1st, 2008
End of season comment
Well, the EPL and Champions League are finally over. It has been an exciting season finale I must say. It’s not always like that when a season ends with so much hype and tension. Of course, one disappointment this season is Arsenal’s falter at the late stage of the season, squandering away precious points towards the end. I suppose it is still true that experience matters during crunch time like that. Youth is energetic but lacks the perspective and caim needed in critical times.
Another disappointment is Ferguson’s decision not to include Pak in his finale lineup even on the bench. That was harsh though it is the team not the sentiments that matter in crucial matches. On the other hand, I suppose Ferguson should repay loyalty rather than ruthless parading to the beat of the drummer. He has admitted that Pak was tireless in his game. Stats backed up the contribution of the Korean player but these matters little in that decision.
At any rate, I am glad the season is over with some positives… Chelsea lost [that's a yahoo!] and one of my favorite team won the double this season. I personally do not like Ronaldo though I would give him credit for his goals. Actually I tend to think he’s overrated often. Also, Liverpool is seeing the rise of Torres and Gerrard partnership that might actually translate into it being a formidable team next season. This assumes, of course, that finance isn’t the factor forces the hand of Benitez . then there is Newcastle who might fare better than this season under Keegan.
Now that the European nations 2008 is starting soon, who will be the new crown champion? We’ll see …
