by simic_ie » Mon Dec 20, 2004 2:34 am
i agree, 4th in the League, quarter or semis in the CL with a win in one of the Cup competitions would be an excellent start to Rafa's tenure in my opinion. Lets face it, he has a lot of work to do but the signs we have seen so far are extremely encouraging. Our home form for the most part has been excellent, and if we can continue this and improve our away form then we can rapidly climb the table after Christmas. I like Rafa and I am particularly impressed with his after match comments. He seems to give a pretty honest assesment of the game and doesn't make excuses for when we play bad. I can't wait until we get the funds together and Rafa can get the players he wants because his record in the transfer market so far doesn't seem to bad. Xabi was a steal at £10!
“It was my first of the season, my last of the season, my best of the season and the one I will remember for ever.”
- Vladi Smicer after scoring in the CL Final
"I'm not a believer in fate..... until tonight, they're going to win it!"
- Liam Brady after extra time of CL Final