Fulham 3-1 Portsmouth: one word. UPSETTING

I'm flat out of words by this match. Portsmouth lost AGAIN for the third time in a row and they don't improve even if they're knocked down bits by bits. So many errors! Passing errors, defensive errors, midfield errors and striking errors. WHAT HAPPENED ADAMS? One goal won't make a difference Adams!

I can't believe it. The winner of 2008 FA Cup performed like this? I am very upset with Portsmouth and their performance. If they can't do any better then this than who was the FA Cup winners in 2008? Who lifted up the FA Cup trophy in 2008 and who did we, the fans, cheer for when Portsmouth goal the winning goal at the FA Cup's final with Cardiff City? PORTSMOUTH of course!

If Adams turned winners into a team that seems like they just got to Premier League from second division then stop managing and start finding someone more potential to handle Portsmouth. Why hasn't it concern Adams that Portsmouth's last victory in Premier League was in 30th November, 2008. No improvement after that day...



If only I could do something...

Rafael Nadal vs Fernando Verdasco: worth watching for 5 hours 14 minutes

It was a long match but it's worth to watch. Since Djokovic lost to Roddick 6:7|6:4|6:2|2:1,I've been hoping Verdasco to win this Australian Open instead of the two 'famous people'(Nadal & Federer) but my hopes were smashed down by Nadal's win 6:7|6:4|7:6|6:7|6:4. It was a pretty close match at the last set the match ends with Verdasco's double foul which Nadal won...

I didn't really think Nadal won that match because most of the scores were made by Verdasco's error in hitting the ball to the net and I got to congratulate Nadal for his stamina and of course his footwork. To me most of Verdasco's win was amazing. The way he hits the ball to the ground and most of it drops near the corner of the line. He's amazing but his time to shine ended there.

But for all of your attention I won't be watching the final because I'm not a bit fan of Nadal and of course Federer so hope you guys enjoy the final.



Rafael Nadal of Spain falls to the ground after winning match point in his semifinal match against Fernando Verdasco of Spain during day twelve.

Great play Fernando Verdasco

Saviola and Emeson to join Pompey.

Javier Saviola will join Portsmouth on loan

Argentine international Javier Saviola is set to join Portsmouth on loan.

Saviola has snubbed offers from Newcastle and Everton after being persuaded by boss Tony Adams to help out the south coast club in their relegation fight.

The 27-year-old will watch Portsmouth's Premier League home game with Aston Villa from the Fratton Park stands before sealing a six-month deal.

Saviola becomes Portsmouth's sixth signing of the January window and follows the captures of West Ham midfielder Hayden Mullins and Porto youngster Pele.

Manager Adams, who admits looking at 150 players, said: 'I would still like a midfielder and a striker and hopefully we can get them in this week. We need some bodies.

'We have a budget here. I do not have£40 million pounds to spend and most of my work will be done in the summer.'

Mullins, 29, has signed a three-and-a-half year contract after Portsmouth agreed a£1 million pounds fee with West Ham.

Attacking midfielder Pele, 19, joins on a six-month loan.

Former Barcelona and River Plate striker Saviola, nicknamed the little Rabbit, has scored 12 goals in 44 games for Argentina but has made only 16 appearances since joining Madrid in 2007.



Pompey-bound Emerson (right) with Kaka could be arriving at Fratton Park

Emerson is not in Milan coach Carlo Ancelotti's plans and Morabito said: 'Emerson's contract will run out next June and we must consider that. 'It remains to be seen what his decision will be. He would probably want an 18-month contract.'

Portsmouth 0-1 Aston Villa: They deserve something

It was a close match by the two teams but Aston Villa goaled and keep the 3 points leaving Fratton Park that night (morning:Brunei)

It's been so long I haven't watch Pompey and now, I could see a lot of errors in the defense and also the way they strike. Things were doing well against Spurs but I don't know what to say after their lost in the FA Cup.

So many errors from Pompey eventhough it was a 0-1. Pompey deserve something from the match but I guess a four clover didn't grow at Fratton Park for Pompey that night. Belhadj did so many errors that night and I suspect that before Pompey drew with Spurs. His first yellow card was suppose to be a red card from my view. He kicked the Aston Villa guy at the ankle like it's the ball. Just like the commentator said 'he did a disgusting tackle'. My thoughts were answer when he claim another yellow card by a handball that he made in the second half. He deserve to have a red card anyway.

Defense are really low that night until Aston Villa shot the ball and goal but I adore Pompey's defense than Diportivo La Coruna. Just that night Pompey didn't do well. Striking isn't well either for Pompey. Peter Crouch actually have a chance that time but made a bad mistake.

As for Aston Villa, Agbonlahor did a terrible mistake letting that kind of chance go. It was a one-on-one but he blow that chance and did a stupid dicision and shot not even close to the goalpost.

The way I see it Pompey could improve by letting Wilson play instead of Belhadj. He needs more practise on passing and accurasy. Not that I hate him, it's just that he needs practise.

Defense is low and I can see that. It should be more than 2 people at the back and I guarantee that Pompey will stay in the game if defenders defend the other team's strikers.

Midfield is wasting their time passing. I was thinking if they waste their time passing, other teams might steal the ball from them and defenders might move up just to pass the ball at each other leaving their side empty without defenders. Why don't the defenders just stick to defending the strikers and midfield, just kick the ball to the strikers.

Strikers should work on heading and accurasy and try to score in more angles instead of one angle that is the top bar. Small chances are available if they kept doing that. Plus, try to improve shooting with both foot instead of the foot they are used to. Trying this might work.

I'm recommending this position:
4-3-3

Johnson, Campbell, Distin, wilson, Pennant, Davis, Mullins, Kanu, Crouch, Nugent.



Distin heads the ball away from Aston Villa players.



The ball is punched away by Aston Villa's keeper.



Utaka win the ball from the Aston Villa player.



Pennant on the ground doing something...



Mullins did a great job at the match.



Davis shot on goal attempt



Kaboul



Utaka defending the ball from the Aston Villa player.



Pennant got hurt by Aston Villa player.



Pennant and number 2.

Pompey land midfield duo

Portsmouth manager Tony Adams has snapped up two new midfielders as he attempts to lift the club away from the relegation dogfight.

Pompey have signed former West Ham United midfielder Hayden Mullins on a three-and-a-half-year deal while Portuguese midfielder Pele also moves to Fratton Park on loan from FC Porto until the end of the season.

Adams' side have struggled in the Premier League recently and crashed out of the FA Cup to Swansea City on Saturday with the departures of Lassana Diarra and Jermain Defoe affecting them badly.

However, Pompey's executive chairman Peter Storrie is excited by the arrivals, saying: "Hayden and Pele will add strength to our midfield.

"Central midfield was an area we needed to strengthen - that's why we've brought in two players.

"Both players have been on our radar for a while. But we wanted them here in time to beat Monday's mid-day deadline to play against Aston Villa.

"Tony and I decided to move for Hayden on Saturday night. We got hold of West Ham on Sunday morning and I think they were a bit surprised that we wanted to get the deal done so quickly.

"Hayden's an experienced player who has played exceptionally well against us in the past. He's a guy with immense experience in the Premier League, and that's what we need in this situation.

"He wanted regular football because he's been in and out of the West Ham side. We've been very successful getting players in who've wanted regular football and then blossomed for us when they've been given it.

"Pele's an exciting young talent. He did well for Inter before joining Porto. But there was a change of manager at Porto who switched it around a bit and the boy was desperate to move.

"He's an expensive player, so it's a deal with an option to buy so we can both have a look at each other. It's very similar to what we did with Nadir Belhadj.

"We hope he'll do very, very well. He's a strong lad who's very athletic and gets around the pitch."



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Portsmouth 0-2 Swansea City: Not good enough

Before I say anything, i would like to put the title up the shelves now. First thing I would say is to my dearest friend, Alif.

Dearest friend, Alif,
FUCK YOU MANCHESTER FAN!!!! What the fuck is wrong with you!?! So what Portsmouth lost and get their butts kicked off the FA cup! It's Portsmouth not Manchester United, you shit face. You talk as if Portsmouth is at the same level as Manchester United. Portsmouth is nothing more than below West Ham United. They don't have "amazing-tough-awesome" players like Manchester United does.

Plus you talk as if I'm the manager of Portsmouth! I don't manage Portsmouth thank you! You should say something to their manager, Tony Adams instead of me. I don't have anything to do with Portsmouth to improve them. If I do I'll gladly do it!

And also, a lot of Pompey players are injured and under Portsmouth care right now so what the fuck should Tony Adams do!?! FORCE THEM TO PLAY!?! Look, Portsmouth is having a tough time right now, not like Manchester United who is relaxing like hell waiting until Champions league, FA cup and Premier league to end and they got the trophies ready to take. Where the fuck is your brain huh? Plus are you even a fan of FOOTBALL? Because you think as if football is easy as shit and you talk as if football doesn't lose any sweat. you're still a kid. Grow up and talk like a PROFESSIONAL then talk to me about it!

One more thing! Have a happy Chinese new year, my friend. Have a great holiday.

Sincerely,
NK Nika
(Atikah Farhain Bte Hj Yahya)

Okay back to business. Portsmouth let us down and they get kicked out of FA cup. I felt really bad about this week. From bad to terrible and to worse, but I still support Portsmouth and I'm still holding on to the team. Just because of FA cup I won't stop supporting. I still cheer and chant, hope and predict, shed tears and depressed for the one and only team, Portsmouth. I'll hold on until the day I die. Supporting a team as Portsmouth is more than wearing the jersey and watch the match. Supporting Portsmouth is like holding a soul you let go when you die. To me that's Portsmouth.

Once you wear the logo, you can't forget that you are once a Pompey fan.
You can't forget the way they play and you can't forget every goal from Pompey.
Season by season, money flies watching the Pompey game,
Cheering, chanting, praying and crying,
to the team you support and the team you grow up with,
Play up Pompey, Pompey play up,
Play up Pompey, Pompey play up,
Cheering those words with proud and joy,
watching them with eager and praying with meanings.
Smiles withdraw supporter's faces when Pompey win,
Tears shed from Pompey's fans when Pompey lost,
But we fans still hold on to Pompey,
Because we are fans and we walk along with Pompey,
Through the light pavement that shines so bright,
That only Portsmouth fans can see with harmony.

By NK Nika.

Kranjcar sidelined

Portsmouth midfielder Niko Kranjcar looks set for a lengthy absence after tearing a groin muscle.

The Croatia international, 24, missed the beginning of the season following an ankle operation and has made only 10 starts this season.

"It looks a bad one and we'll miss him for what I believe will be quite a while," said Pompey boss Tony Adams.



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Nika:

I've heard a bad news yesterday and now a worse news the next following day. He's moving to another club makes me sad but seeing him hurt once again makes me frustrated and sick. He's moving and now he have a groin injury. I'll miss him since he's sidelined for a while...

Kranjcar expects summer exit

Croatia midfielder Niko Kranjcar has confirmed that he expects to leave Portsmouth at the end of the season.

The talented 24-year-old has been linked with both Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal in recent weeks, but Kranjcar doesn't expect to move this month.

He told Croatian newspaper Jutarnji List: "I am waiting for a move, there is no rush.

"Until the end of the season I will be with Portsmouth.

"After that the club will make a decision on what is best and they will probably sell me, even though we have started negotiations over a new deal."

Pompey boss Tony Adams had recently said of Kranjcar: "Niko can do better. He knocked in a few goals last season, but he hasn't scored since he was a super sub a couple of months ago, though.

"I expect more from my great players, because they are great players and Niko is a great player.

"I want to stretch my players, always push them and I think he is someone who needs that. He is a great footballer and needs to keep delivering."



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Nika:

Kranjcar is going to move somewhere and I'm really sad about it. I can't really describe my mixed emotions right now since he's really moving somewhere to a place unknown. I mean he might move to Spurs or uglier than that, a club that's rarely on TV. I'll be sad if that happens.

I won't really imagine on how he takes off a jersey with the logo he wears for 4 years and just wears another jersey just like that. Even if I don't want him to go, that's just unprofessional of me and so unkind. I want to see him succeed because I know he's a very potential player with huge talent. Staying in Pompey won't make a difference for him I guess.

To be honest, where ever he moves, I'm always there to support him and will always be there to cheer and to chant for him. He made me support Portsmouth and seeing him leaving makes me felt sad.

I'm not a person who support a team with Kranjcar on it. I'll still support Portsmouth as always and support Kranjcar (not the team Kranjcar's in). I don't really know what to say after this so I guess till now...

Amer Belic vs Novak Djokovic

It was victory to Djokovic at the Australian open that morning. He scored 6-4-6-7(7) and Amer Belic scored 2-6-3-6(4)

The 3 or 4 hour match was full of pressure from both men but in the end, Djokovic was victory. I can see both of them are potential people and very well in footwork... until Belic picked up a toe injury...

First round was won by Djokovic with 2-6. Second was by Belic, 6-4. Third was by Djokovic, 6-3 and there was a tiebreak at the match that Djokovic made 7(7). Congratulation for both men that played well in the Australian open but big cheers to Nivak Djokovic.



Novak Djokovic is one step closer to defending his 2008 title after his third round win.

Manchester United game off.

Pompey's Premier League clash with Manchester United at Old Trafford - scheduled to be played on Saturday, February 28 - has been postponed.

This is because of United's involvement in the Caring Cup final at Wembley at Sunday, March 1.

A new date for the fixture has yet to be arranged.


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Pennant agrees Pompey loan

Portsmouth manager Tony Adams is delighted to have completed the signing of Liverpool winger Jermaine Pennant on loan until the end of the season.

Pompey had an undisclosed bid, believed to be in the region of £2.5million, accepted by Liverpool last week.

The 26-year-old winger failed to establish himself as a first-team regular at Anfield following his £6.7million arrival from Birmingham City in 2006.

The former England Under-21 international has been linked with a move away from Merseyside since the summer and his fortunes have not improved this season after making just four appearances in Rafael Benitez's side.

Pennant, who was linked with a shock switch to Real Madrid earlier this month, is known to Adams from the two men's time with Arsenal.

Adams told Pompey's official website: "I've known him a long time. We were together at Arsenal a long, long time ago. He was the new kid on the block and a very exciting prospect.

"He's quick and technically very gifted. He can have a go at defenders.

"I saw him play with Peter Crouch for Liverpool at Fulham last year and he was constantly getting past their left-back and getting crosses in for Crouchie.

"That's a good combination that I wanted to put back together. He's going to put some good crosses in and hopefully weigh in with a few crosses himself."



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Poulsen shuns Pompey link

Denmark midfielder Christian Poulsen has played down talk of a possible move from Juventus to Portsmouth during the January transfer window.

The 28-year-old has made just eight appearances for Juve since his summer arrival from Sevilla, having struggled with a number of injury problems.

However, Poulsen says he has no intention of leaving Turin just yet, saying: "I am on my way back from injury and I am trying hard to find a way back into the Juventus team.

"I am completely focused on getting enough playing time here and I hope the coach Claudio Ranieri is aware of my progress.

"I want to get back in action as soon as possible."

Meanwhile, Pompey's executive chairman, Peter Storrie, says the club are closing in on the signing of Liverpool winger Jermaine Pennant.

He told The News: "As far as Jermaine is concerned, it's very, very close, as we are with one or two others.

"It was only ever going to be a loan or short-term permanent deal.

"He is a free agent at the end of the season and he doesn't want to give up those rights."



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Tottenham Hotspurs 1-1 Portsmouth: Nothing else than 1 point.

First of all, let's put this topic up the shelves now. I should really be sorry for updating my blog late. I got school and also few days of internet problems so I hope you guys forgive me for updating too late.

So about the match, very well played I inspect. Both teams are in great mood and well position and I see no wrong in the match. Even if Portsmouth draw with Tottenham I'm still okay with it. The two of them played well and they deserve what they deserve.

First half was interesting. Davis was caught tackling Roman Pavluchenko and Roman picked up an injury with a stretcher picking him up from the field. He'll be out for a few weeks I think. It really looks bad to be honest. 3 or 4 months I think. At least 1 month. Sean Davis own a yellow card after the bad tackle. Pavluchenko was replaced by Darren Bent.

At 43 minutes, King was injured and was replaced by Dawson. I don't really remember why king was injured.

Half time: Tottenham 0 Portsmouth 0

Half time and neither both of the teams are changing any players and in this second half, goals are starting to appear. David Nugent puts Portsmouth ahead with a goal from some distance and shot to the left side of the goal post. Few minutes later, former Portsmouth player goaled for Spurs and put it to 1-1 until the end. Jermain Dafoe.

More impresive moves were made by The Blues' side when Nadir Belhadj did a perfect 360 while the Spurs' side made a change with Gareth Bale replaced by David Bently. Few minutes later, Portsmouth made a change instead replacing Nugent with Utaka.

Dissapointed I was when Kaboul collected a yellow card. 2 from Pompey but it was a nice clearance by Davis with Vedran Corluka's header. At 88 minutes, Wilson was replacing Kaboul which was late and I was very dissapointed with it because Wilson is a great player. He should of played earier.

3 Minutes at extra-time Niko Kranjcar picked up an injury that was replaced by Hermann Hreidarsson after he did a close attempt on goal from far distance. I'm afraid he won't be playing for the mean time. His injury looks serious. I just hope the best for Kranjcar.



Glen Johnson with Jermain Gefoe.



woodgate with Traore.



Nugent celebrates with Traore and also Crouchie.



David James keeping the ball away from Roman Pavluchenko



Nugent celebrates his first goal for the club.



David Nugent with Darren Bent(I think)



Luka Modric kicking the ball next to Johnson.



In the end, Redknapp shook hands with Portsmouth staff.



Campbell congratulate Defoe.



Tony Adams with his scraf.

Pompey Academy 4-0 Chelsea Academy

Pompey academy eased to an impressive four-goal victory against their Chelsea counterparts at the Wellington Sports ground.

Gautier Mahoto opened the scoring in the first half, before second-half strikes from Ryan Gazet du Chattelier, Pablo Navas Alors and Paras Cowan-Hall completed the ruot.

The margin of victory could have been even greater than the hosts completely dominated their London position.

Pompey gave an early statement of their intent when Ryan Woodford's header was cleared off the line.

Marton Pack was next to go close but he could not quite guide his header on target and the ball flew into the side netting.

Navas Alors then brought a fine save from the Chelsea keeper after embarking on a hazy run towards goal.

Pompey finally broke the deadlock on 40 minutes after capitalising on a poor defense clearance.

James Hurst picked up the ball and found Nadir Ciftci with an incisive pass. He then squared it for Mahoto to tap home.

Half time: Pompey 1 Chelsea 0

The lead was doubled just after the interval When du Chattelier tucked away the lose ball after Tom Kilbey's shot had been saved.

Then, on the hour, Navas Alors ran half the length of the pitch, bursting through a static Chelsea defense before finding the net.

Pompey's scoring was completed 10 minutes from the end. Cowan-Hall was given two bites of cherry, finishing with aplomb after his first effort was blocked.



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Bolton Wanderers 0-1 Manchester United: proud of the Wanderers.

To be honest, I'm actually proud of the Wanderers. They did well and only allow 1 goal for Manchester United. From looking at their previous matches, Bolton did a great job. They defend well and the result is quite satisfying. The way they play are like professionals even though they just got to first devision this season. Well done. I'm much proud and pleased with the Wanderers performance even if they don't win. I did expect a tie but I guess dad was right.

No team can defeat Manchester United and coming from a team that just got to first devision, it's nearly impossible but Bolton shows everyone that even if you're still new to one thing, it doesn't mean you'll give up fighting with the best. Try to do your best in it. I learn something from watching that match.

But for Manchester United. Yeah, in supporters' eyes you guys are on top now, you are the best and now it's time to enjoy life since the cup is in your hands. Well, wake up and think about the match. Manchester United did a terrible performance at Reebok stadium and everyone knows that. Manchester played bad and they can't even communicate well in that match.

Look up and watch the goal over and over again. It is completely miserable and sad. Bolton is a team that just got to first devision and is it hard for you Manchester United players to defeat a team like that? You fans may say something like 'Portsmouth lost to Bolton and you don't have the rights to say that!'

do I? Think again. Manchester United was the victory of last year's Barclays Premier League and won this year's world best club. Plus along-side Manchester is Christiano Ronaldo which everyone kept on saying the best player ever and won 5 trophies last year so what happened? This is a match that will decide who will be champion and this is how Manchester deals with it? To me it's pathetic.

What's that I'm hearing? Someone said 'don't forget Portsmouth won last season's FA cup'? Well, fellow idiots, Portsmouth is suffering financial crisis and also they changed the Manager in the middle of the season, leaving Portsmouth with a Manager that can't even cooperate well with the team. So think again. Does Manchester United deserve to be the top because of that game?

Tottenham Hotspurs vs Portsmouth

By: Evolution2007.

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Rumor: Pennant and Saviola to Portsmouth.

Portsmouth have had an undisclosed bid, believed to be in the region of £2.5million, accepted by Liverpool for Jermaine Pennant.

The 26-year-old winger has failed to establish himself as a first-team regular at Anfield following his £6.7million arrival from Birmingham City in 2006.

The former England Under-21 international has been linked with a move away from Merseyside since the summer and his fortunes have not improved this season after making just four appearances in Rafael Benitez's side.

Pennant, whose name has also been linked with Real Madrid this month, is now set for talks at Fratton Park over a move which could potentially kick-start his career.

The former Arsenal youngster is well known to Pompey boss Tony Adams from his own time with the Gunners.
He was lured to the north London club from Notts County as a teenager in 1999 but failed to make the grade and was sent out on a series of loan moves.

"Pompey have had a bid for Jermaine Pennant accepted by Liverpool," confirmed a club statement.
"(We) plan to discuss personal terms with the player over the next few days."



And about Saviola, Portsmouth have confirmed that they are interested in signing Real Madrid's Argentina international striker Javier Saviola.

The 27-year-old has struggled to make an impact at the Bernabeu since joining Real from deadly rivals Barcelona in the summer of 2007, scoring four goals in 22 appearances.

Pompey executive chairman Peter Storrie admitted: "I've been working on a couple of targets and he has been looked at. I have had quite a lot of discussions with Real.

"I'm sure there's a deal to be done, but it will be down to (manager) Tony Adams to decide if he wants to take that forward."

Saviola himself has hinted that he would prefer to stay put, telling the Spanish media: "I want to stay with Real and fight for an opportunity.

"I will only consider leaving if I receive an offer of a big project."

Bristol City 0-2 Portsmouth: Back to the old Pompey

I'm proud of Pompey's victory at Ashton Gate. 0-2 satisfy me from the last Portsmouth match which was delayed. I haven't seen the highlights since it hasn't been posted at Portsmouth site. I just watch it tonight I guess.

My long wait pays off with an amazing win from the Blues. First goal was by Crouch at 37' assist by Traore and second goal was at 87' by Niko Kranjcar that was assist by Nadir Belhadj. I like the results but I'm not really sure of how they play. I just watch it next time.



(left to right) Kaboul, Crouch and Nugent celebrating the first goal.



Crouch with some Bristol player.



(L to R) Kranjcar, Crouch, Belhadj, Kaboul and Nugent.



Nugent with a Bristol player.



Tony Adams with bunch of people in the background.



Nice save by David James.



A lot of Bristol City players with Crouch.



Kranjcar with Bristol player.



Johnson with Bristol player... Wait! Is that Johnson? I can't believe that he plays again :)



Traore with Bristol player.

Charges over Campbell abuse

Eleven people have been charged with indecent chanting at a football match following arrests over alleged racist and homophobic abuse aimed at Portsmouth defender Sol Campbell.

Hampshire police launched an investigation following complaints after Campbell was targeted during a match against former club Tottenham Hotspur at Fratton Park on September 28, 2008.

The 11 individuals, of which three are juveniles and one is aged just 13, have been bailed by police to appear at Portsmouth Magistrates' Court on January 20.

A police spokeswoman also confirmed that a further five men, whose images were caught on camera, are still being sought.

The Football Association has already said it will ban for life any fans proven to have been chanting abuse.



Nika:

What the fuck is this? Lets see.... I was going to the same web site where all updates are and this is what I find? Fuck Spurs for god sake. Even the age of 13 is bloody mean. Portsmouth fans aren't like you scumbags! Well, Croatian fans are different but still, Spurs fans deserve to be prison, all of them. Useless cunts anyway.

Portsmouth vs Manchester City: Called off: I was very frustrated

The match that night was called off because of a frozen pitch. The decision was made by referee, Mike Dean which he inspected earlier that day. The temperature last night dipped below -7 degree centigrade and have been well below freezing every night this week.

I was very frustrated hearing that Portsmouth isn't playing that Saturday night and I was looking forward in watching the big match for weeks now. I've waited for 2 weeks in watching a Portsmouth match since the one with Bristol City wasn't available live in Brunei. Portsmouth do improved a lot since Bristol City so that's why I was really excited for the Manchester City match. Hearing about the delay, it really made me sad.

I didn't really blame anyone for the delay but I'm very frustrated. The Portsmouth players are as well excited for this big match since they were going to use a new formation. That didn't happen regularly so of course I'm looking forward for such things. Too bad they calle it off.

So next match with Bristol City and I hope Portsmouth would try to shot one or two goals this time. I'll be looking forward.

Brown cool on Pompey Link

Celtic midfielder Scott Brown has pledged his future to the Scottish champions amid reports of interest from Portsmouth.

The Scotland international has been linked with an £8million move to Fratton Park, with the south coast club keen to fill the void created by Lassana Diarra's departure to Real Madrid.

But the 23-year-old midfielder claims he is happy at Celtic and not looking to leave Parkhead just 18 months after arriving from Hibernian.

"I'm a Celtic player and I'm enjoying it just now," he told the Daily Record.

"I want to keep that going. I'm enjoying winning games and looking forward to the future."

Brown joined Celtic in May 2007 in a £4.4million deal and the former Scotland Under-21 international has already made over 75 first-team appearances in his short spell with the Hoops.



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