Admin Lineker Posted January 17, 2012 Admin Report Share Posted January 17, 2012 Aaanndddd..... The Football Association has signed a two-year deal with ITV to show England internationals and FA Cup matches. It will give ITV first pick of FA Cup games and see them show England games, including home 2014 World Cup qualifiers, in the 2012/2013 and 2013/2014 seasons. All England home and away friendlies will also be shown by ITV. "The FA Cup and England internationals are events with huge resonance and appeal for our viewers," said ITV. ITV's current £275m four-year contract was set to run out at the end of the current season. Under the terms of the new arrangement, the broadcaster will also have the third-choice pick in the fifth and sixth rounds and the fourth choice in the third and fourth. In addition it will have first choice of replays from the third to the sixth rounds. "We enjoy a great relationship with ITV and this extension to our agreement underlines that," said Stuart Turner, FA group commercial director. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJB Posted January 17, 2012 Report Share Posted January 17, 2012 Ugh, football on ITV. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dingle Posted January 17, 2012 Report Share Posted January 17, 2012 I hate ITV with a passion. Worst channel for watching football on. Although since I don't have SkySports I can't exactly complain too much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admin Lineker Posted January 17, 2012 Admin Report Share Posted January 17, 2012 No shock for at the Reebok for Macclesfield. Bolton are 2-0 up. Leicester are spanking Forest by 4 in a local derby, Millwall are 5-0 vs. Dag & Red (Spurs loanee Harry Kane scoring 2!), and despite MK Dons being on top it remains 0-0 in their replay against QPR. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stokeriño Posted January 17, 2012 Report Share Posted January 17, 2012 QPR 1-0 up, arguably against the run of play. Can't say I'm too motivated to subject myself to Loftus Road again. ¬_¬ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam Posted January 18, 2012 Report Share Posted January 18, 2012 Nottingham Forest might as well forfeit the season now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IAceI Posted January 18, 2012 Report Share Posted January 18, 2012 They brough in Steve Cotterill as manager so I sincerely hope they don't think this is a surprise. Seems like yesterday was a pretty good day to have off from football altogether. No real shocks and not a single goal scored away from home. Doesn't seem like I missed too much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoGo Yubari Posted January 18, 2012 Report Share Posted January 18, 2012 Nottingham Forest might as well forfeit the season now. lol, Robbie Findley. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jack95 Posted January 18, 2012 Report Share Posted January 18, 2012 Wrexham are beating Brighton 1-0, player-manager Andy Morrell with a terrific finish. The crowd and the S4C commentators are absolutely buzzing. A really good game so far. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colly Posted January 18, 2012 Report Share Posted January 18, 2012 Love a good old top corner finish. Cracking strike. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admin Lineker Posted January 27, 2012 Admin Report Share Posted January 27, 2012 The Football Association and Premier League are in talks to avoid the FA Cup final clashing with league games. FA general secretary Alex Horne said negotiations are underway to avoid a repeat of what happened in 2011. Manchester City won the FA Cup on the day Manchester United sealed the title and three other matches were played. "We're talking to the Premier League about whether there's a way to create a Saturday when the FA Cup can stand on its own," said Horne. "We have a situation with international player release, and particularly, in 2013 when the Uefa Champions League final is to be played at Wembley, where we know it can't be the last game of the season. "It won't be the last Saturday of the season but I think we can achieve a situation where it's on its own on a Saturday and I think it's important it's given that space." This year's FA Cup final is currently scheduled to take place on Saturday 5 May. However, with a full calendar of Premier League games planned for that date - and the following weekend - finding space to isolate the day for the final may prove to be a difficult task. Added to this is the Premier League's contractual obligation to provide its broadcast partner Sky with a live game that day at 1245 BST. A final complication may also come in the form of the Europa League final which is scheduled to take place in Bucharest that Wednesday. If an English team were to be involved then there would realistically be a demand from the club to play its Premier League fixture on Saturday 5th, allowing a full four days recuperation before the European showcase. Horne also confirmed that the traditional 1500 BST kick-off for the final would likely change. He said: "We're talking about moving [the final] to an early evening slot and I think what that does is enable all of the football that's played across the country at 3pm on a Saturday not to be affected by the FA Cup final so that the supporters watching and playing in their local games can get back and enjoy the FA Cup or stay in their club houses." A change in kick-off time is likely to anger many traditionalists but the FA also wants to maximise interest in the final from overseas. Horne said: "The FA Cup is a big brand globally, there are half a billion people who watch the FA Cup final played all around the world. "What's interesting is that we're seeing very strong numbers from our overseas TV deals and we need to follow that up with interest and affection for the competition." Horne's comments on the FA Cup come as the FA released a new report, undertaken by Deloitte, which highlighted the financial impact of the competition to participating clubs. The findings show that a total of almost £650m was generated in prize money, TV payments and gate receipts for participating clubs in the 10 years between 2001/02 and 2010/11. And Horne was keen to point out the cash windfall that the Cup provides has an impact for teams at all levels. "What this report reveals is the huge financial incentives for teams participating in the FA Cup. You only have to look at Crawley Town last season, who earned £1m from a single game against Manchester United, a truly phenomenal amount of money for a then non-league football club." A successful cup run can also prove a lifeline to many struggling lower league clubs given that prize money for the 10-year period totalled £230m with £24.5m paid out last season alone. "They're big numbers and they're not budgeted by clubs as they don't expect to progress in the competition. It's a windfall," said Horne. Malcolm Clark, chairman of the Football Supporters Federation, is pleased that the FA is attempting to secure a dedicated day for the FA Cup final. "We would like to see a 3pm kick-off on a dedicated Saturday remain. But we understand that the FA and the TV companies are keen to increase the audience by moving it to early evening" said Clark. "Our concern though is that an early evening kick-off will cause significant travel issues for fans attending the final. It's not a problem to get home from Wembley for fans of say Chelsea or Tottenham. But supporters from northern clubs will face issues." "We'd like to see the FA talking to rail and bus companies about the availability of transport after the Cup final has finished." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noah Posted January 27, 2012 Report Share Posted January 27, 2012 Im curious, what are the betting markets in the uk saying about Pool vs Utd? Was a bit surprised to see Utd at longer odds down here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baddar Posted January 27, 2012 Report Share Posted January 27, 2012 Liverpool 17/10 (Stan James), Man Utd 9/5 (Wills) - they're the best prices available, looking at Oddschecker. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DavidMarrio Posted January 27, 2012 Report Share Posted January 27, 2012 What are the best odds for a draw? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EddieG Posted January 27, 2012 Report Share Posted January 27, 2012 Stop being lazy. http://www.oddschecker.com/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admin Lineker Posted January 27, 2012 Admin Report Share Posted January 27, 2012 QPR defender Anton Ferdinand is considering refusing to shake hands with Chelsea captain John Terry before Saturday's FA Cup fourth-round tie. It is the first time the clubs have met since Terry was charged with racially abusing Ferdinand in October's derby. Advisors and QPR officials had told Ferdinand that shaking hands with Terry would be the best course of action. Chelsea manager Andre Villas-Boas said it is "extremely important" that Ferdinand shakes Terry's hand. "This game is based on good values more than anything else," he added. "These players should continue to promote these good values." However, QPR boss Mark Hughes will not force Ferdinand into shaking Terry's hand, simply saying it is "his decision". Villas-Boas confirmed the matter had been discussed with Terry, who denies having racially abused Ferdinand. "Everybody has been having conversations, from the top, to the players, to the manager," he said. Both players are expected to start - Ferdinand has said he is ready to play and has no issues lining up against Terry, while Villas-Boas has reiterated that he has not considered leaving out his centre-back. "I have to count on the player, and the player is fit and available for the game," said the Portuguese. Saturday's fourth-round game will kick off at 1200 GMT, partly on the advice of police. Terry's case is due to be heard on Wednesday 1 February at Westminster Magistrates. It was switched from West London at the request of the chief magistrate because of the profile of the case. The England captain will not be attending the hearing. His legal team will enter a not guilty plea on his behalf. He's making a habit of this, isn't he? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colly Posted January 27, 2012 Report Share Posted January 27, 2012 Is anywhere giving odds on handshake or not? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admin Lineker Posted January 27, 2012 Admin Report Share Posted January 27, 2012 Stop being lazy. http://www.oddschecker.com/ 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colly Posted January 27, 2012 Report Share Posted January 27, 2012 Tried it, couldn't find anything. Just asked on the off chance clever clogs! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MDK Posted January 27, 2012 Report Share Posted January 27, 2012 dat watford keeper Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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