With the current debate regarding Parachute Payments to Premier League clubs that drop down in to the Championship being extended from 2 years to 4 years, is it fair that 1) this is to be extended and 2) should there even be a Parachute Payment system at all?

The pressure cooker of life is slowly grinding people down, sites like this provide people with a light relief from what we see as the burden of everyday life. Sports professionals are no different with an ever increasing demand placed upon their minds and bodies, is it any wonder then we see burn out occurring all the time.

My beloved Everton team are heading to Wembley for the first time since 1995, we were underdogs then and won, let’s hope history repeats itself…

The topic, which is very apt being the end of the season, is transfers, notably the next lot of foreign contingent that will entertain us next season. Manchester City have already been linked to some of Europe’s big names, and that will continue over the coming months. So, I’d like to know who we would like to see grace our Premier League turf next season, it doesn’t matter where they are from. They can be a wonderkid, midfield maestro, defensive rock, or just someone with a personality that will light up our league once more next season. Why not include a manger in there too. Personally I’d like to see Jose back, but after signing his new contract I can’t see that happening…

Business as usual in the top 4

Some say we have the most exciting league in the world, but we’ve had the same ‘top 4’ since the 2002/03 season, where Newcastle United finished 3rd. Only my beloved Everton have broke the top 4 dominance of Manchester United, Arsenal, Liverpool and Chelsea back in the 2004/05 season.

As we say farewell to 2008 and hello to 2009 I wanted to start off on a lighter note than some of my previous blog’s. Christmas is a not to far distant memory, and one thing I did get excited about was Christmas television, especially films. Last year was a disappointment, I hardly watched any [...]

It’s so funny how we don’t laugh any more

“Why so serious”? The Joker said. However, this could be said for the vast amount of football on the tele-box. I’m not talking about the football which is played, more the commentary and the programmes that support our great game.

Are they Footballers or stars?

I remember growing up as a little boy playing football, it’s always what I wanted to do, and it’s what I always wanted to be. This was just because I loved playing the game so much.

I’m sure so many of you out there wanted to do the same, and where did we end up? In regular jobs. Mainly because we didn’t make the grade, but hey, who care’s we enjoyed it, and we still enjoy it. Whether it’s watching, playing or even just talking about it. Football was, and in most cases is still, a huge part of our lives.

Are we an unfit nation?

I’m afraid on this rather wet and bleak morning I’ve been tipped over the edge. One news article on ‘healthy towns’ is the culprit.

Who is really to blame?

Football clubs, their players, staff, directors and even the supporters are in a constant state of flux. Whether it’s new owners, a new manager or new signings Football Clubs are finding they’re changing. But are these changes for better or for worse?