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The Heir on the Dog
I try to avoid the political arena as a rule, but as a concerned
parent, i’m furious with this government’s education
policy. It makes my blood boil to see numeracy, literacy and
religious tolerance dominate the curriculum, while tenuous
football related analogies remain conspicuous by their absence.
The children could do a lot worse than watch the video of
Chelsea’s FA cup semi-final win over Blackburn. If the
little brats can’t be inspired by the reconciliation
of Mourinho and Abramovich as a result of the beautiful game,
they may as well go and sew trainers for a living as further
education would prove a waste of time and money.
I was hugely excited by the news that Roman shared a hug
with Jose; it’s been quite a while for me. I’m embracing
the 4/7 for a Chelsea win over Newcastle.
The majority of the young lads would undoubtedly benefit
from this revolutionary educational concept, and I’d
even consider showing the tape to the girls if a strong grade
in home economics has been achieved. Spurs versus Arsenal
is be the embodiment of equality, the draw is an outstanding
23/10 shot.
It makes economic sense to look after the kids of today,
as you never know when you’ll need a cheap car stereo
in the future. The 10/11 for Bolton to beat Reading is another
example of value for money.
Charlton v Sheffield United could well be the greatest domestic
dust-up since the Scottish war of independence where the English
and the Sweaties went toe to toe in an epic battle. I’m
no history buff, but as Scotland remained an independent nation
at the end of the skirmish; I’m assuming England won
quite comfortably. Charlton can follow suit at 23/20.
Mohammed Al Fayed may have taken a huge gamble appointing
a caretaker manager at the business end of the season, but
Sanchez is oozing confidence. “They said I couldn’t
beat Spain, couldn’t beat Sweden and couldn’t beat
England; i’ve proved the impossible is possible.”
He’s quite an articulate Lawrie. A driven Fulham can
share the spoils with Blackburn at 23/10.
I can’t foresee a Wigan goal at Anfield; the Scousers
have been tighter at the back than Lee Hughes all season.
Liverpool should take all three points at 4/9.
We all have people we admire. Some dig Mandela, others like
the cut of Jesus’ jib. Personally, I have a lot of time
for Aidy Boothroyd. The Watford manager has remained upbeat
throughout a disastrous campaign; Manchester City can land
another blow at 17/10.
I have the utmost sympathy for Andy Johnson. On recent evidence,
the England striker would need to be repeatedly pommeled with
a baseball bat for the referee to even consider awarding a
penalty; and that may not be enough at Old Trafford. West
Ham can inflict a little pain on the Toffeemen at 6/4.
Aston Villa are finishing the season as they started; if
it wasn’t for that little six-month sticky patch in the
middle they could have been contenders. The Villans are unbeaten
against Pompey in their last six meets, the O’Neill revolution
will continue at 5/4.
Cristiano Ronaldo has signed a new five year deal worth a
reported £25m. That kind of money could go a long way
to eradicating world hunger, although it would probably be
easier to just ask Mark Viduka to donate his snacks. Manchester
United will devour Middlesbrough at 1/5.
Rio Ferdinand limped out of the FA cup semi-final feeling
his groin; confirming my suspicions. Luckily, the injury is
not as serious as it first appeared; Rio can add a clean sheet
to a United win at a more appetising 4/7.
Bolton, Charlton, Manchester City and Aston Villa form a
21/1 weekend accer that is so forthright; Prince William had
finally explained why he binned Kate Middleton. “She’s
friendly, she’s good with figures and her vocabulary
is impressive, but the bint can’t boil an egg,”
mused the astute part German future monarch.
Weekend Betting:
Tottenham v Arsenal Saturday 21st April 12:45 Live on Premiership
Plus
Tottenham 17/10
Draw 23/10
Arsenal 17/10
Get on: Draw
Match Special:
Match to finish either 2-2 or 3-3 11/1
Bolton v Reading Saturday 21st April 15:00
Bolton 10/11
Draw 12/5
Reading 10/3
Get on: Bolton
Match Special:
Anelka to score the first goal 11/2
Charlton v Sheff Utd Saturday 21st April 15:00
Charlton 23/20
Draw 23/10
Sheff Utd 13/5
Get on: Charlton
Match Special:
Darren Bent to score the only goal of the game 28/1
Fulham v Blackburn Saturday 21st April 15:00
Fulham 5/4
Draw 23/10
Blackburn 21/10
Get on: Draw
Match Special:
McCarthy to score in a 1-1 draw 16/1
Liverpool v Wigan Saturday 21st April 15:00
Liverpool 4/9
Draw 7/2
Wigan 7/1
Get on: Liverpool
Match Special:
Liverpool to win and keep a clean sheet Evs
Watford v Man City Saturday 21st April 15:00
Watford 13/8
Draw 23/10
Man City 17/10
Get on: Man City
Match Special:
Barton to score from outside the penalty area 11/1
West Ham v Everton Saturday 21st April 15:00
West Ham 6/4
Draw 12/5
Everton 7/4
Get on: West Ham
Match Special:
Tevez to score direct from a free-kick 8/1
Man Utd v Middlesbrough Saturday 21st April 17:15 Live on
Sky
Man Utd 1/5
Draw 5/1
Middlesbrough 14/1
Get on: Man Utd
Match Special:
Man Utd to score a penalty 7/2
Newcastle v Chelsea Sunday 22nd April 13:30 Live on Premiership
Plus
Newcastle 6/1
Draw 3/1
Chelsea 4/7
Get on: Chelsea
Match Special:
Drogba and Lampard both to score 11/2
Aston Villa v Portsmouth Sunday 22nd April 16:00 Live on
Sky
Aston Villa 5/4
Draw 9/4
Portsmouth 11/5
Get on: Aston Villa
Match Special:
Petrov to score in a 2-0 Villa win 35/1
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