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04 Jul 2026 09:48:57
I must say, apart from the obvious (Haaland, Messi, Mbappe and Kane) , I've been struggling to spot anyone who has really stood out for me at the World Cup - or should I say, anyone that we could afford!
I'm rather more optimistic that our recruitment team have been turning their attention away from the American continent and focusing on Europe in an attempt to snaffle up a few more top signings like last season.
Another Bijol, Stach and DCL would do very nicely, thank you.
Must add, delighted with Harry Wilson - excellent signing.
And here's one from left field (and will take cover immediately after mentioning him) - Mason Mount.
Yes, he is from the dark side (but then so were Johnny Giles and Gordon Strachan, and they certainly never let us down) .
Yes, he'll be on big money but how ambitious are we? He might want to renew his partnership with Wilson?
And yes, his injury record is abysmal (but then so was DCL's until he came to us) .
As I say, very left field but if all of the above reasons turned from negative to positive you've got a top drawer player who on his day can produce the goods at the highest level.
Off to put on the tin hat!
1.) 04 Jul 2026 14:22:28
You must be being selective in your World Cup viewing. I can proudly announce I've watched every single game in some format, and there are heaps better than we have at available price. Just need to look at less popular teams to get value.
Austria. Kongo. Switzerland varde nz. Aus. Pretty much, every nation has better than we have in all positions. Affordable too. Our recruitment is not up to it.
09 May 2023 21:06:55
Does anyone know if we are allowed to pick any of the returning loanees for the final three games?
Thinking of Cresswell, Shacks and Hjelde as they won't be involved in the play-offs.
{Ed002's Note - No, they are not available.}
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01 Aug 2026 19:39:57
Coming late to the party on this one having been away for a few days.
The favourite TV shows -
Baz, your selection of The Persuaders - inspired. In total agreement.
Loved The Champions, Randall and Hopkirk, Department S and UFO too.
1.) 01 Aug 2026 21:05:39
Indeed Cleggy.
The Persuaders.what a show
Moore and Curtis were splendid, contrasting characters.
then there was the superb iconic theme tune
Plus the glam overseas locations, the cars, the ladies, the humour, and suspense.
2.) 02 Aug 2026 17:03:00
In the same vein, I have spent virtually my whole adult life trying to find the name of a program [I think] I watched when I was very very young, maybe only 2 or 3 years old. I know where we lived at the time, so I know that is the age I must have been.
The only thing I can remember, or think I remember was that at the start, opening credits, a car is seen driving over a cliff, then the next thing I can remember, is the wreck of said car being towed through a town; the strange bit about this memory and why I have always tried to find it, is that the "wreck" appeared to have been made of paper or similar and was still smouldering like paper would [glowing edges etc].
Safe to say, with so little memory, even if it is a real memory I have never found this program; it must have been the mid sixties?
Anyone have any ideas, or should I make an appointment with a shrink, since it really bothered me in a sinister way back in the day.and still does.
3.) 02 Aug 2026 20:42:20
Here's what AI thinks, Ani: That's a fascinating one, and exactly the sort of childhood memory that can stick for decades. At 2–3 years old, it's also very possible that separate memories have become blended together, especially if the imagery was particularly unsettling.
From your description, there are a few things that stand out:
* A car drives off a cliff very early in the programme (possibly during the opening sequence or pre-title scene) .
* Later, the wreck is towed through a town.
* The wreck appears oddly "papery", with glowing, smouldering edges rather than looking like burnt metal.
* This would most likely have been seen in the UK around **1963–1966**.
A few possibilities come to mind, although none is a perfect fit:
1. **An ITC adventure series** such as *The Baron*, *Danger Man*, *The Saint*, or *The Avengers*. These programmes often featured elaborate car crashes using lightweight prop cars or papier-mâché shells. Budget constraints meant wrecked vehicles sometimes looked surprisingly fake by modern standards. ([IMCDb.org][1])
2. **A feature film shown on television.** During the mid-1960s, BBC and ITV regularly broadcast older British and American films. Many low-budget productions used mock-up cars made from timber, canvas or papier-mâché for cliff plunges, and when burnt they could glow and smoulder in exactly the way you've described.
3. **A public information film or crime drama.** Some early road safety films and police dramas used similar effects, although the towing of the wreck through a town is less common.
What makes me think it **wasn't** the opening credits is that opening titles in the early 1960s were generally static or very simple. A dramatic car going over a cliff would have been unusually elaborate for a title sequence. ([Ravensbourne University London][2])
A few questions that might narrow it down:
* Was it **black and white** or colour?
* Was it definitely **live action**, not puppets or animation?
* Did the town look **British** or American?
* When the wreck was towed, was it being pulled by a **tractor, lorry, or breakdown truck**?
* Do you remember whether the car had gone over a **coastal cliff** or a **quarry/mountain road**?
One other thought: there are quite a few people online with similarly vivid but fragmentary TV memories from the 1950s and 1960s. Forums such as the British Film Institute's discussions, the TV Cream community, and "I Remember This TV Show" communities have solved surprisingly obscure mysteries from just a single remembered scene.
And no, you almost certainly don't need to book an appointment with a shrink! Childhood memories from the ages of two or three are often emotional snapshots rather than accurate recordings. A single eerie image, especially one involving fire or a wrecked car, can stay with someone for a lifetime even if many of the surrounding details have become mixed together.
4.) 02 Aug 2026 22:07:04
So, in otherworld, AI has no clue either.
P.S. Do 2 even 3 years remember things?
5.) 02 Aug 2026 23:40:24
Thanks for the insight Aft This what I remember:
The program was black & white.
The program was live action
I seem to remember watching this program or at least this event numerous times.
The car going over the cliff was white.
It definitely was the opening sequence.
I can't be sure about the cliff, but thinking about it now, I never see the car land (or explode)
Now this is the part that I always felt was sinister, the car (made of burning paper) is driving itself through the town.
Baz, 2 to 3 years olds do remember things and I certainly remember much about my childhood before school. I remember much, including detail conversations I was having. I have always remembered this, not least because it disturbed me so much at the time.
Thanks again
6.) 03 Aug 2026 00:24:15
Ok, Ani.. Well, you are very unusual, Ani, from the family and friends I have, where most of us have scattered childhood memories from ages 4 or 5 (not really 3 and certainly not 2) .
7.) 03 Aug 2026 01:03:08
As unusual as it might seem, I can remember quite vividly trips in my pram etc. Not that it matters, but throughout my working career I had a reputation for an unbelievable memory. I don't know why, but remember the most obscure and incidental things, that I fail really understand why I do. I remember things that do not merit remembering, but I do.
Here's an example. I grew up in the Lake District, on a farm, miles from our nearest neighbours. I lived on one particular farm until I was 4.Me and my younger brother would spend the entire days exploring and adventuring over the hills, miles from home. (It was different in the 60's) . Part of our adventure was to hide provisions (bottles of water / weapons! and the like) in case we got lost (we never did of course) .
Last year, nearly 60 years later, I took my brother back there for his first time since we lived there. We stayed near the farm (though it's no longer a farm) . Whilst there we found 2 bottles of water and some twine we used to make bows with, still in the dry stone walling we left it in.
23 Jul 2026 12:36:09
Seems to be a lot more chat re Leeds and James Trafford.
Be amazing if it were to happen, but unfortunately I suspect a) it's just media crap and b) we haven't got the money.
Would love to be wrong on both counts as I think he's a top-drawer keeper who can only get better - gingers crossed but not holding breath!
1.) 23 Jul 2026 13:39:41
Agreed, Cleggy.
..and if it's fancifully £50 million for Trafford.. how much left in LUFC transfer kitty for other players?
If you are going to spend big, do it on a quality, proven goalscorer, not on a keeper.
Plenty of good, reliable keepers available for far, far less!
2.) 23 Jul 2026 14:09:16
Zetterstrom from Derby - surely worth a punt, Baz?
3.) 23 Jul 2026 14:25:19
Apparently Trafford wants a buy out clause inserted in the contract if he signs, according to report on Talksport.
4.) 23 Jul 2026 14:29:00
Thing is, Baz, I guess we just don't know if anything that's said is correct, like Trafford's price seems to go up each week; it was 40 not so long ago, even if Citeh are gonna sell. Also, are we investing for the long term in which £40 million for a quality keeper makes sense.
We seem to be linked with so many players, it's pretty much speculation and little fact. Very frustrating waiting for something to happen.
5.) 23 Jul 2026 14:35:08
It would appear as though there are some conversations going on between the clubs - too much chatter from too many sources for it to have no substance.
6.) 23 Jul 2026 14:44:10
I still think £50m is only a flat fee demand and media hype. We shouldn't be in at that price.
Trafford prefers us because his other main options are limited.
Newcastle just signed a 20m keeper who may not be no.1 this yr, but you'd be wary.
Villa still have Martinez, despite links leaving.
I think a deal Leeds are in at should be £35m.
20% of any future profit to City (unless City themselves buy him back) .
60m release clause.
Realistically, City like him still, and might be back for him in a few years. However, they disrespected him by promising a chance at first team and then buying Donnarumma a few days later.
He possibly, and understandably, holds a grudge over that. Letting him leave for a reasonable fee, and with control over his future, is a good way to show 'we're sorry we wronged you', and please consider us in three or four years when we are ready to move on from Donnarumma.
If City rejected what Trafford's camp viewed as a fair offer from us, which would leave an unhappy player stewing. No one wins, and they'd never get him back if they wanted.
He's our first choice for sure. But there are others.
7.) 23 Jul 2026 14:54:11
Agreed, Davey Vid.
And, I, for one, am looking forward to the end of the window.
Here's a crowd-pleaser, and esp for Brighty. ?
39 days till end of window. Not long left!
Can Leeds United please avoid timewasting, forlorn transfer sagas, please. More speedy Tarek-style deals, less Sc stuff. Cheers.
8.) 23 Jul 2026 14:55:10
Good shout, Cleggy, re the Derby keeper.
9.) 23 Jul 2026 14:58:15
Great points, Ealing. The good news is that we are now attracting the interest of quality players. I would think we are now viewed as a decent project to be involved in when you look at our trajectory, spades in the ground to build Fortress ER, competing with top-half teams last season, and quality already with us like Stach, Gabby, Bijol and now Muharemovic.
The defence is looking imposing, and with a quality keeper would be awesome. As Baz rightly points out, though, we need quality up top and a playmaker like Pabs. But there is much hope that we can continue our rise. ?
21 Jul 2026 16:14:00
Have just read that Enzo Fernandez has said the Argentinian team represented their nation 'in the best possible way'!
Christ - I'd hate to see what they'd be like if they weren't on their best behaviour!
1.) 21 Jul 2026 16:59:00
Probably best my trip there next year will be using my Canadian passport. A UK one could spell trouble!
2.) 21 Jul 2026 16:59:13
Let's be honest, he's a bit of a John Thomas, isn't he really.
3.) 21 Jul 2026 20:00:58
Just tell them how much you admire Bielsa, and don't mention the Falklands, and you'll be Ok.
11 Jul 2026 23:05:11
Who is the England football manager?
Just thought I'd ask the question because I've seen Beckham on screen more often than Tuchel in the first half!
Message to the TV director - please stop showing the bloke who never got past a quarter final. If you want to focus on a winner, take a camera round to Geoff Hurst's house!
1.) 12 Jul 2026 09:18:38
Relax, Cleggy, pal, and enjoyyy the fabulous England win.
Pretty sure TT would not care how many times the cameras focused on him (or Beckham) during the match, so why should we..
Most importantly, QF job well done..
Next Argentina and Messi.. who?
We are winning it, fellas!
2.) 12 Jul 2026 11:26:35
Becks is Football's Mr Big in Miami, so the US camera crew were always going to home in on him.
3.) 12 Jul 2026 12:58:00
Strangely enough we have bored OUR way thru to semis. Seriously hoping we smash argies but alas. Most likely hammered by France or narrowly beaten by Spain. Not been the same as Italia though. Lacks the passion.
4.) 12 Jul 2026 14:06:18
Cone off it, Aus. I enjoyed the Italia 1990 WC, but the atmosphere and passion at this WC exceeds it imo.
.The results and matches for England at this WC also exceed 1990. ..the heroic win in vs Mexico at their home stadium for starters.
5.) 12 Jul 2026 14:10:12
England will beat Argentina (unless there is atrocious refereeing) .
But yes, a final vs Spain or France would be tough, but it's a match England can win.
6.) 12 Jul 2026 15:46:53
We can beat Argies, and mebbe Spain too, but France will be v tough. If Spain beat France in the other semi, I do believe we have a chance of beating them in the final - fingers crossed.
7.) 12 Jul 2026 17:46:56
Don't you get dizzy changing positions so quickly, Baz, you originally tipped Spain, France and Brazil with Japan as dark horses.
And that England may depart in the quarter finals.
Now you're constantly advocating England will win it as though it was your far reaching prophecy, some u turn that.
Ever considered a career in politics?
8.) 12 Jul 2026 18:15:42
Yessssss, Class, pre tourno I predicted England would only reach quarters.
But, as I explained in my previous post immediately after England's win in Mexico, I have changed my mind. England will win it.
I have already reiterated and acknowledged. It's not my pre tourno prediction.. things can change.
Enjoy it fellas (well Aus might not) . ?
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9.) 12 Jul 2026 18:16:25
..Japan were indeed dark horses. Played well generally. Unfortunate to be eliminated.
10.) 12 Jul 2026 23:22:12
I was amazed at the Mexico stat at the Azteca Stadium, incredible run, and for a team of Mexico's ability, it seemingly made it sound even better. However, a quick Google and the teams they beat, other than Brazil, I would hardly say are up to much.
Honduras (x8)
Jamaica (x8)
El Salvador (x7)
USA (x7)
Panama (x6)
Canada (x6)
Costa Rica (x5)
Trinidad and Tobago (x3)
Bermuda (x2)
Belgium (x2)
Brazil U23s (x2)
Haiti
Guatemala
Iraq
Bulgaria
Martinique
St Vincent and the Grenadines
Saudi Arabia
Bolivia
Brazil
Guyana
New Zealand
South Africa
Czechia
Ecuador.
11.) 13 Jul 2026 00:23:49
Yep, but considerable respect for Mexico still managing to beat all of these teams..in 70 matches.
None of these teams could hold out for even a draw.
Many on this list are decent to good teams, not top drawer, of course, but at the very least decent/competent and capable of drawing and winning.
12.) 13 Jul 2026 08:07:51
You can only beat what's put in front of you. A list of teams beaten by England would include major footballing nations like Andorra and San Marino. Sure, there are loads of minnows on that list, but also quite a few middling teams.
The list of PL talent in their lineup tells us they ain't a bad team, and with the home (and altitude) advantage it was a good win for England.
13.) 13 Jul 2026 10:03:00
100% JR.
14.) 13 Jul 2026 16:37:00
Have to agree with Aus, boring. Can't wait till the next round. Leeds still clearing out players, should have thought that would have all been done by now. We are also looking to spend 34 million on a player that won't leave, must be left in our kitty.
15.) 14 Jul 2026 07:27:17
You are so wrong about the Italia World Cup 1990, Baz. I was there, and I can tell you the passion and emotion, with the added Gazzamania, far outstrips what this World Cup has presented so far concerning England and England fans.
Southgate's 2022 World Cup doesn't even come into the question.
I can't speak about the fans in the US because I've not been there, but, from an England fan's perspective, I doubt very much it is as fervent.
Very different style of football, comparing then to now, but all I can say is, for me, it was an unforgettable time in my life.
As an England supporter at home, I imagine it will only eclipse Italia 90 if we win it, and that is looking very daunting, with the very impressive French very likely awaiting in the final if we get past Argentina.
16.) 15 Jul 2026 00:44:46
OP, nah
Iconic Nessun Dorma anthem, defo, raised passions, but the atmosphere in the stadiums at matches by fans weren't anything special, unlike other WC 1966, 1970, 1978.
And the football? Matches in the 1990 WC were OK, not that good. England were dull and unconvincing. They won just one match and scored just 2 goals in the group, then scraped, luckily, past both Cameroon in R16 and Belgium in QF, and then you know what in SF, ugh.
Gazzamania? He didn't play that well and became more notorious for his SF yellow card reaction.
Whereas Bellingham has been sensational, really lived up to his hype this WC, and, sorry, but the atmosphere at this WC is much better. That Mexico vs England atmosphere and match are a million times better and more memorable than anything at WC1990.
AiMo
17.) 15 Jul 2026 11:35:23
Where were you in the Azteca Stadium, Baz?
England fans were outnumbered by about 100 to 1, the atmosphere, as you call it, was only created by the Mexican fans.
I guess you were in a coma during the WC 90'.
18.) 15 Jul 2026 12:04:20
Yes, the Azteca was an intimidating cauldron of Mexico fans vs the English. Amazing match and atmosphere.
A World Cup tournament overall atmosphere isn't judged only on England fans, fgs, but all countries' fans that are there!
I cited in my post above the amazing atmosphere of 1978 WC, and England weren't even there.
19.) 15 Jul 2026 12:07:21
And I was in the beautiful Algarve all through the 1990 WC, with other England fans. Great weather, food, drink, big screens at bars, watching the WC and Nessun Dorma. Ok football, a goodish WC, but definitely not great.
07 Jul 2026 07:33:47
If England don't win, Belgium have just become my second favourite team.
Overturn that one Trump!
1.) 07 Jul 2026 08:24:10
Belgium have been moved to a new base in El Salvador!
2.) 07 Jul 2026 09:30:16
The Balogun saga probably gave the Belgians added incentive, but had the exact opposite effect on the Americans who produced their worst performance so far. After the tournament, FIFA must be told by member countries that this does not happen again.
3.) 07 Jul 2026 10:36:00
Love your undying optimism, Cleggy.
4.) 07 Jul 2026 12:22:02
Actually, Aus, stranger things have happened than this England team winning this WC.
Beating Norway is entirely feasible, and more likely than not, imo.
A semi final vs (probably) the Argies will be a challenge, but Cape Verde demonstrated very well, Argies aren't great.
A final vs France or Spain would be tough, but it's a one off game and both are beatable.
5.) 07 Jul 2026 13:31:46
So that's three stranger things have happened, Baz. I admire yours and Cleggy's optimism.
6.) 07 Jul 2026 13:14:00
My oh my, Starmer intervened with FIFA over KO time for last game, so it's just 1 person whose done it, that's going to hurt some people's narrative
7.) 07 Jul 2026 14:27:52
Well, Chris, if that's right, then it's also wrong. I don't get how any of this can happen. This is sport. Don't like it, and not happy at all. Politics should stay out of sport.
8.) 07 Jul 2026 14:43:56
Aussie, the Fosters will be on you when England win. You'll love it. ?
9.) 07 Jul 2026 14:34:29
Point being Aus, you can wager a hefty price, silence will now be deafening from some when the ridicule cannot only be thrown at Trump
Guardian after reporting
Starmer got involved
Just waiting for the
But.
But.
But's now is all ???
26 Jun 2026 18:39:47
Please let it be true, Alf.
03 Jun 2026 18:42:22
Seen him a few times - he's got at least one mistake in him every game. We don't want another Pascal - we need an upgrade with every signing we make.
12 May 2025 14:55:05
Yes please - he'll do nicely.
27 Aug 2024 12:35:23
Wilder blowing a gasket, never:) ) ) ) ) ) )
Oh dear, how sad, never mind:)
31 Jul 2024 17:05:38
Please, no!
03 Aug 2026 08:10:06
I was thinking exactly the same, Matt - BBC report was all about Liverpool and a.n.other team.
Thanks for filling in the gaps, MG. :)
01 Aug 2026 10:23:40
I'd go further, OP.
UEFA should break away from FIFA and run its own World Cup. See who the major sponsors want to go with? UEFA, an organisation that includes most of the world's largest consumer states, or stick with the utterly corrupt FIFA, an organisation once run by an extremely corrupt man, only to be led by a seemingly even more corrupt one.
All the major sponsors jumped ship, which led to Blatter's downfall.
I'm amazed they have yet to do so over Infantino! I'm not saying UEFA is perfect. Platini played his part in harming their reputation, but at least they now seem to be getting their act together. Whereas FIFA have plunged even further into the mire.
Even if Infantino goes (which I doubt) , would anyone ever trust the FIFA president and the whole of that organisation ever again?
29 Jul 2026 09:07:40
Delap is a decent player, but at the right price - not worth £35m.
He was mostly bought on as a sub last year in a bang average Chelsea side, so shouldn't be judged on one poor season.
27 Jul 2026 21:20:40
Sorry guys, I don't - I wish I did but I just don't.
Hopefully it looks better in the flesh than it does in the photos. :)
27 Jul 2026 09:45:49
Welcome Rob, great to have you on board.
Trafford in a new shirt would be fantastic, even better if he could bring his City colleagues (and Leeds United supporter) Haaland along with him. :)