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Heroes & Villains => Heroes Discussion => Topic started by: David_Nab on March 30, 2012, 02:37:56 PM
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Just seen this on Twitter , club to make announcement shortly :'(
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That's shocking news!
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I don't know what to say
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Oh dear that is diabolical news.
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Just saw it on twitter too. Very sad news. Im not his biggest fan but hope he gets better soon.
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That's awful, awful news. I'm stunned.
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Just read that myself on Twitter, shocked :(
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Best of luck, Stan. We're all with you.
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Jesus Christ.
That's fucking horrible.
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Oh my God, no
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One of the truly top pros at the club and a solid, solid bloke. Very sad, but if anyone can fight this he can. As much as it has been a difficult season for the club, this is above any of that. Good luck Stan on your recovery.
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Dreadful news. Best of luck for a speedy recovery, Stan.
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This is shocking, plain and simple. This may be a stupid question, but does this mean his career is over with immediate effect?
Best wishes Stan!
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:(
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Aw no.
Fight it Stan, good luck.
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I've typed out a few sentences now, yet none of them seem to say enough. I'll have to settle with - Love you Stan, all the best.
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I genuinely feel bad now for slating his performance against Arsenal last week. It all makes sense now.
I really really hope he gets better.
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I am hoping its a twitter sick joke ?
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er Twitter, are we absolutly sure of this yet ?
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This is shocking, plain and simple. This may be a stupid question, but does this mean his career is over with immediate effect?
Best wishes Stan!
I would assume it does but lets wait for the club statement
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Villa statement: Our long-standing captain Stiliyan Petrov has been diagnosed with Acute Leukaemia.
Acute leukemia is characterized by a rapid increase in the numbers of immature blood cells. Crowding due to such cells makes the bone marrow unable to produce healthy blood cells. Immediate treatment is required in acute leukemia due to the rapid progression and accumulation of the malignant cells, which then spill over into the bloodstream and spread to other organs of the body. Acute forms of leukemia are the most common forms of leukemia in children.
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Oh shit. :-(
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Has he had this a while and played through it or has it just been diagnosed?
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This is terrible news. I'm sure I speak for everyone in wishing him the best recovery possible. Our thoughts are with you, Stan.
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Deeply shocking news breaking on sky now and diagnosis of acute leukemia- very sad and i wish him and his family all the best at this sad time- things like this make you realise football is just a game and health comes way before it.
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Oh my god this is true - This is tragic and very personal to me as it killed my Dad (although he had complications) - I really dont know what to type other than to say love and best wishes of us all are with you Stan, fight it with all you have x
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Aston Villa captain Stiliyan Petrov has been diagnosed with acute leukaemia.
A statement from the club read: "The Villa Board received news today that our long-standing captain Stiliyan Petrov has been diagnosed with Acute Leukaemia.
"Stiliyan developed a fever following the Arsenal game last Saturday and subsequently underwent tests conducted by Dr Ian McGuinness.
"Haematology experts confirmed the diagnosis today.
"We expect to learn more about Stiliyan's situation in due course and we have moved quickly to support him and his family.
"During this time we ask that Stiliyan's privacy is placed ahead of all inquiries and trust that we will share information as we receive it.
"Stiliyan is cherished by many and he will get from Villa every ounce of love and support that we have to help bring this to a positive conclusion."
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It's on Sky Sports now
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Good grief. I know i'm stating the obvious here but hopefully the fact that he's a footballer means they've spotted it fairly early and can do something about it.
Best of luck Stan.
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The best wishes and hopes and prayers of everyone reading this news will be with you Stan, very best of luck with the fight, good luck mate.
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I really don't know what to say, this has brought a tear to my eye.
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I think tomorrows game has suddenly become very significant, and the teamtalk is extremely easy.
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Sad,shocking news.Fight it stan all our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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I really don't know what to say, this has brought a tear to my eye.
Same here. Strange, never thought something like this would, but feel a bit numb and shocked. Hope he and his family are in the best possible hands.
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give it 100% stan like you captain villa we are all with you
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I'm absolutely shell shocked. This is horrible.
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Just heard the news on Talksport
my heart goes out to him and his familly
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I feel really sad and hurt. He loves this club. I'll give him a big cheer tomorrow.
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Oh no, I've never met him but everyone I've spoken to who has reckons he's a top bloke. I hope we can rouse ourselves to sing his name tomorrow.
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This has been a shocking season but this is just something else ..completely numb.Just hope he can pull through.
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Let's go out there tomorrow and get behind the lads and get the win we need for our captain.
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Bloody Hell, Best wishes and good luck for the fight against it Stan. Thoughts go out to his family and associates at the club. I'm stunned.
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Let's go out there tomorrow and get behind the lads and get the win we need for our captain.
This
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Has always given 100% for the Villa and we are 100% with him.
Shaking as I write this... truly awful.
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There are a few different types of acute Leukemia but here is an extract from Wikipedia.
Acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) is a form of leukemia, or cancer of the white blood cells characterized by excess lymphoblasts.
Malignant, immature white blood cells continuously multiply and are overproduced in the bone marrow. ALL causes damage and death by crowding out normal cells in the bone marrow, and by spreading (infiltrating) to other organs. ALL is most common in childhood with a peak incidence at 2–5 years of age, and another peak in old age. The overall cure rate in children is about 80%, and about 45%-60% of adults have long-term disease-free survival.[1]
Acute refers to the relatively short time course of the disease (being fatal in as little as a few weeks if left untreated) to differentiate it from the very different disease of chronic lymphocytic leukemia, which has a potential time course of many years. It is interchangeably referred to as Lymphocytic or Lymphoblastic. This refers to the cells that are involved, which if they were normal would be referred to as lymphocytes but are seen in this disease in a relatively immature (also termed 'blast') state.
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I'm totally shocked by the news, and not ashamed to say it's knocked me for six and bought a tear to my eye. Best of luck Stan and thoughts with you and your family.
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Horrible news. Fight the fight Stan - we are all with you in spirit.
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Really knocked me for six, get well soon Stan!
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You can just tell he's a really nice bloke, and IMO, perfect captain material, especially to the youngsters. never given anything less than 100% for Villa, let us hope we can reciprocate and get him through this.
Good luck Stan. X
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Just seen this on Sky's yellow ticker.
All the best Stan, we're all with you
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There are a few different types of acute Leukemia but here is an extract from Wikipedia.
Acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) is a form of leukemia, or cancer of the white blood cells characterized by excess lymphoblasts.
Malignant, immature white blood cells continuously multiply and are overproduced in the bone marrow. ALL causes damage and death by crowding out normal cells in the bone marrow, and by spreading (infiltrating) to other organs. ALL is most common in childhood with a peak incidence at 2–5 years of age, and another peak in old age. The overall cure rate in children is about 80%, and about 45%-60% of adults have long-term disease-free survival.[1]
Acute refers to the relatively short time course of the disease (being fatal in as little as a few weeks if left untreated) to differentiate it from the very different disease of chronic lymphocytic leukemia, which has a potential time course of many years. It is interchangeably referred to as Lymphocytic or Lymphoblastic. This refers to the cells that are involved, which if they were normal would be referred to as lymphocytes but are seen in this disease in a relatively immature (also termed 'blast') state.
Good God, that is serious. We can only hope they caught it as early as they possibly could.
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Terrible, terrible news, and my thoughts are with Stan and his family - I truly hope they've caught this nice and early, as he'll hopefully now have access to the best medical treatment available.
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Bloody hell, awful news. Best of luck Stan.
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Well, I shan't be whingeing about the manager, the shit performances or anything else for a while.
All thoughts with Stan. Here's hoping and praying he can beat it.
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Shocking news. Like everybody else, my thoughts are with him and his family. One thing we do know that brings some comfort is that he can be sure the club will get him the best possible care.
Good luck, Stan.
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Good luck Stan dont give up
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Jesus. Well that puts a few damn things in perspective. I hope that whatever we feel about things, that all those who go down tomorrow give their all to support the Villa and a wonderful pro in Stan.
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I just want to post get well a thousand times, I feel strange like I want to do something but there is nothing to do...
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Good luck in your battle with this, Stiliyan.
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Good luck Stan.
I hope the protesters can put their plans on hold for a while.
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Terrible news.
I remember when Stan first came and he struggled and got stick from the fans but over the years we've grown to love him.
I always love at Villa Park when he has led the pre-match handshakes, he turns and runs over towards the Holte and claps us and we all clap him back.
Get well soon Stan.
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l'm off to the Brecon Becons tomorrow for a weekend retreat so missing the villa game. I hope the fan's going sing the whole game stan's name.
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Awful news, good luck Stan. I just read on twitter that the Protest before the game has been called off due to the news. At least they have seen sense.
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l'm off to the Brecon Becons tomorrow for a weekend retreat so missing the villa game. I hope the fan's going sing the whole game stan's name.
I'm missing tomorrow too as I'm out at the races for a mate's birthday. Wasn't bothered about missing the game given how things have been going, but now, in a strange way, I wish I was there!
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shocking news. hope he recovers.
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Shocking and terrible news, I hope he can make a full recovery.
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Different circumstances I know to Muamba, but shouldn't the game be called off? I imagine the entire club are going to be in total shock.
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Absolutely shocking. Get well soon Stan and best wishes to your family.
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Shit.
Get well soon Stan.
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Different circumstances I know to Muamba, but shouldn't the game be called off? I imagine the entire club are going to be in total shock.
I can't imagine there would be many complaints if it were called off.
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Different circumstances I know to Muamba, but shouldn't the game be called off? I imagine the entire club are going to be in total shock.
Depends on the players I suppose, maybe they will want to play for Stilyan? I guess we'll hear something soon enough.
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Different circumstances I know to Muamba, but shouldn't the game be called off? I imagine the entire club are going to be in total shock.
Totally agree. I don't really give a shit about the game I just want Stan to get well.
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Best of luck to Stiliyan Hope he makes a speedy recovery from this
puts things into perspective
From a life long Rangers fan and admirer of Villa all the best and get well soon
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what can I say ... awful f**king awful . You can beat this fooker Stan .
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Get well soon Stilyan, on behalf of all Villa fans I would like to wish you a speedy recovery!!!
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Personally think it should be, I know we ain't favorites for a result tomorrow and probably lose anyway on are current form. But like a few people said it depends on the players state of mind.
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Awful news , get well Stan
Come on villa players, pull your finger out for your mate and captain
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You can just tell he's a really nice bloke, and IMO, perfect captain material, especially to the youngsters. never given anything less than 100% for Villa, let us hope we can reciprocate and get him through this.
Good luck Stan. X
Well said Perce.
The impression I get is that he's popular amongst all the playing staff, from the youngsters to the established stars.
He's not a tub thumping fist clenching stereotype like an Adams or Terry, he leads by example and is a dedicated, decent pro. With the amount of shithouses in the game (and we have a few on our books) players of that ilk stand out from the crowd. Even if there have been signs over the past 12-18 months that he's past his best, he's still the type of player most sides would want to have around for all the good qualities he still has in abundance.
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Different circumstances I know to Muamba, but shouldn't the game be called off? I imagine the entire club are going to be in total shock.
Depends on the players I suppose, maybe they will want to play for Stilyan? I guess we'll hear something soon enough.
I would imagine that Stan would be telling the players to "get your asses out there and give it all you have got. Don't leave an ounce on the field"
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Absolutely terrible news. Get in there and fight it, Stan.
We're with you.
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If it is called off I would have no complaint but if it goes ahead let's ALL get down there, put protests aside and roar the team on for Stan.
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You can beat it Stan. Hang in there and fight. Best wishes from Singapore.
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Always sounded a decent bloke. A Bulgarian Villa fan, Yordi, I met years ago has often been in receipt of tickets and indeed the company of Stan and his wife.
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very sad news, hasnt sunk in yet.
keep fighting Stan
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At work sitting at my computer and this has knocked me for 6. Feels a bit unreal like I'm in a dream. Get well soon Stan. We're all behind you!!!
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Sobering news. If good wishes could heal then Stan would be fine.
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All the best Stan.
You always gave it your all for the Villa
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Just seen this on BBC News.
Hope you can beat it Stan. Sorry I don't know what else to say.
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ALL get down there, put protests aside and roar the team on for Stan.
Too right – if I see anyone protesting about anything as trivial as the manager or his style of play, or whether Heskey's playing, or whether their pie's cold I will punch them.
At times like this we all pull together. Best wishes skipper, we're all behind you.
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Dig deep Stan, all the very best!
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This is horrendous news, obviously not some joke, so taking it has bang on genuine, I know someone that has just gone to that happy hunting ground in the sky with that same thing.
What a great shame, really feel for the man, a sad day indeed.
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My cousin survived leukemia when he was around 4-7 years old. He managed to get through it althought he has the scars and lost full use of one hand. He's going to be 35 in a few weeks and i wasn't born at the time but I believe the prognosis was 4/5 die from the type of cancer then I really hope things have improved now. The news brings it home as the family still remember it. Really hope Stan makes it though it.
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My cousin survived leukemia when he was around 4-7 years old. He managed to get through it althought he has the scars and lost full use of one hand. He's going to be 35 in a few weeks and i wasn't born at the time but I believe the prognosis was 4/5 die from the type of cancer then I really hope things have improved now.
Struth, makes you think.
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Well if you dont pray I suggest you do tonight. Terrible news.
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Dreadful news. Can't think of anything else to say. Shocked. Let's hope he gets through it.
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Game ON at Stan's insistence apparently.
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My cousin survived leukemia when he was around 4-7 years old. He managed to get through it althought he has the scars and lost full use of one hand. He's going to be 35 in a few weeks and i wasn't born at the time but I believe the prognosis was 4/5 die from the type of cancer then I really hope things have improved now. The news brings it home as the family still remember it.
I don't know the in's and outs of it, I know when he got it he was told there was not a lot they could do in his case, said treatment now was very much better but even then it only delayed the inevitable, they gave him about 2 years and they where right.
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Terrible news, best wishes Stan Fight it man.
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I just looked on the MacMillan web site (http://www.macmillan.org.uk/Cancerinformation/Cancertypes/Leukaemiaacutelymphoblastic/ALL.aspx) and it's a bit more positive than Wikipedia:
When there is no sign of the leukaemia and the marrow is working normally this is called remission. With treatment, more than 9 out of 10 adults (90%) with ALL will go into remission. Further treatment, called consolidation, may be given to stop the leukaemia coming back. This is followed by more treatment known as maintenance that is given to prolong the remission for as long as possible.
For some, remission lasts indefinitely and the person is said to be cured. If the ALL comes back (relapses) after treatment, it can often be treated again and a second remission may be possible.
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Game ON at Stan's insistence apparently.
That sounds like him alright! Hope the lads get out there and give their absolute utmost for him. I know the fans will be as well.
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Game ON at Stan's insistence apparently.
Then we should all get down there and get right behind them for Stan.
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I just looked on the MacMillan web site (http://www.macmillan.org.uk/Cancerinformation/Cancertypes/Leukaemiaacutelymphoblastic/ALL.aspx) and it's a bit more positive than Wikipedia:
When there is no sign of the leukaemia and the marrow is working normally this is called remission. With treatment, more than 9 out of 10 adults (90%) with ALL will go into remission. Further treatment, called consolidation, may be given to stop the leukaemia coming back. This is followed by more treatment known as maintenance that is given to prolong the remission for as long as possible.
For some, remission lasts indefinitely and the person is said to be cured. If the ALL comes back (relapses) after treatment, it can often be treated again and a second remission may be possible.
That is more hopeful (and one would hope more reliable!).
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Game ON at Stan's insistence apparently.
I can quite believe this, he would want us to get out there and just bring home the points.
I read this just after 2pm and haven't done a stroke since. It has absolutely knocked me for six.
As others have said, now is not the time for moaning, bitching and griping. Let's pull together and show our support for Stan in the best way possible.
Get well soon skipper, we are all with you.
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By all accounts he's much loved at the club. He always comes across as a genuinely nice guy. I hope it's been caught early, and he can recover as quickly as possible. If he put the same attitude into it, as he does when he pulls on a Villa shirt, I'm sure he'll beat it.
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Really sad news. I've always been a big admirer of Stan, his attitude is always top notch and he's never one to go missing when it gets tough. I think he's a great role model to the younger pros at the club. Fingers crossed he'll get through this. Get well soon Stan.
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Horrible things always seem to happen to the nicest of people!
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Different circumstances I know to Muamba, but shouldn't the game be called off? I imagine the entire club are going to be in total shock.
Agree totally.
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Shocked and upset we are all with you Stan you can beat this best wishes to you Stan.
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Different circumstances I know to Muamba, but shouldn't the game be called off? I imagine the entire club are going to be in total shock.
Agree totally.
The game goes ahead because Stan said he want it to
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Different circumstances I know to Muamba, but shouldn't the game be called off? I imagine the entire club are going to be in total shock.
Agree totally.
Well apparently it's going ahead at Stan's insistence, so I feel we should now view it as an opportunity for the fans to get out there and voice their support.
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ALL get down there, put protests aside and roar the team on for Stan.
Too right – if I see anyone protesting about anything as trivial as the manager or his style of play, or whether Heskey's playing, or whether their pie's cold I will punch them.
At times like this we all pull together. Best wishes skipper, we're all behind you.
Protests have been cancelled (according to twitter).
Reading so many tweets from villa fans and current and ex players and cant help but get a lump in the throat. Really hope he gets better
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I can't bring myself to read all of this thread as I find things like this distressing in the extreme; so I'll just add my wishes to all the rest for a speedy recovery to full health. Good luck Stan our thoughts are with you.
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This is awful news for him, and the club. Thinking of you and your family Stan. We'll be here for when you get better.
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Right behind you Skipper.
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Horrible, gutting news. I hope they've caught it early and that he can fight it as hard as he fights for the team. Get well soon Stan.
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Some things just stop you dead in your tracks. I'm stunned.
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Terrible news, get well soon stan.
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Terrific servant to the club. True professional and comes across as a gentlemen. Very very sad hearing this news. I'm sure he will come through it. Thoughts are with him.
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I remember when we got the team news for Bent's debut. DB up front (obviously) and Gabby, Young, Albrighton and Downing all playing.'Who the fuck is playing midfield' I thought? Answer - Stan, more or less on his own against Yaya Toure, Custard Pants and DeJong. I thought we'd get mullered and we would have were it not for Stan being absolutely fucking immense that day.
If you can beat those odds mate...
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He's a lovely bloke, great ambassador for the club and always gives his all.
Thoughts go out to his family and it's up to us tomorrow to show how much we think of him.
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I just looked on the MacMillan web site (http://www.macmillan.org.uk/Cancerinformation/Cancertypes/Leukaemiaacutelymphoblastic/ALL.aspx) and it's a bit more positive than Wikipedia:
When there is no sign of the leukaemia and the marrow is working normally this is called remission. With treatment, more than 9 out of 10 adults (90%) with ALL will go into remission. Further treatment, called consolidation, may be given to stop the leukaemia coming back. This is followed by more treatment known as maintenance that is given to prolong the remission for as long as possible.
For some, remission lasts indefinitely and the person is said to be cured. If the ALL comes back (relapses) after treatment, it can often be treated again and a second remission may be possible.
I do not wish to be a merchant of doom, and I am sure we will find out more in the coming days, but Stan has been diagnosed with Acute Leukemia...
Types of Leukemia
Leukemia is classified by how quickly it progresses. Acute leukemia is fast-growing and can overrun the body within a few weeks or months. By contrast, chronic leukemia is slow-growing and progressively worsens over years.
Acute versus Chronic Leukemia
The blood-forming (hematopoietic) cells of acute leukemia remain in an immature state, so they reproduce and accumulate very rapidly. Therefore, acute leukemia needs to be treated immediately, otherwise the disease may be fatal within a few months. Fortunately, some subtypes of acute leukemia respond very well to available therapies and they are curable. Children often develop acute forms of leukemia, which are managed differently from leukemia in adults.
In chronic leukemia, the blood-forming cells eventually mature, or differentiate, but they are not "normal." They remain in the bloodstream much longer than normal white blood cells, and they are unable to combat infection well.
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Game ON at Stan's insistence apparently.
Then we should all get down there and get right behind them for Stan.
Win lose or draw don't leave an ounce on the pitch....
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All the best Stan.
You have the fight in you to win this .
Great captain.
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He certainly looked well below par last Saturday, no wonder. Get well soon Stan the club needs more of your type in it's ranks.
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I just looked on the MacMillan web site (http://www.macmillan.org.uk/Cancerinformation/Cancertypes/Leukaemiaacutelymphoblastic/ALL.aspx) and it's a bit more positive than Wikipedia:
When there is no sign of the leukaemia and the marrow is working normally this is called remission. With treatment, more than 9 out of 10 adults (90%) with ALL will go into remission. Further treatment, called consolidation, may be given to stop the leukaemia coming back. This is followed by more treatment known as maintenance that is given to prolong the remission for as long as possible.
For some, remission lasts indefinitely and the person is said to be cured. If the ALL comes back (relapses) after treatment, it can often be treated again and a second remission may be possible.
I do not wish to be a merchant of doom, and I am sure we will find out more in the coming days, but Stan has been diagnosed with Acute Leukemia...
Types of Leukemia
Leukemia is classified by how quickly it progresses. Acute leukemia is fast-growing and can overrun the body within a few weeks or months. By contrast, chronic leukemia is slow-growing and progressively worsens over years.
Acute versus Chronic Leukemia
The blood-forming (hematopoietic) cells of acute leukemia remain in an immature state, so they reproduce and accumulate very rapidly. Therefore, acute leukemia needs to be treated immediately, otherwise the disease may be fatal within a few months. Fortunately, some subtypes of acute leukemia respond very well to available therapies and they are curable. Children often develop acute forms of leukemia, which are managed differently from leukemia in adults.
In chronic leukemia, the blood-forming cells eventually mature, or differentiate, but they are not "normal." They remain in the bloodstream much longer than normal white blood cells, and they are unable to combat infection well.
That's what the Macmillan description means by ALL though.
Like I say, we can only hope they caught it early enough.
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The word 'acute' always sounds horrible when used in conjunction with an illness, but that sounds like it could be more treatable than the chronic version?
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Can't really say anything that hasn't already been said.
We're all behind you Stan, get well soon.
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There’s a large part of me that really wants to be there tomorrow. If ever there is a time when we as a club feel like a family then it is tomorrow.
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Just heard and have nothing much to add. Just in shock really.
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Pulling for you Stan, all the best.
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The word 'acute' always sounds horrible when used in conjunction with an illness, but that sounds like it could be more treatable than the chronic version?
My understanding of the word 'acute' with these sorts of illnesses was that it's more treatable in the long-term but more severe in the short-term, if untreated. I invite anyone with any medical expertise to tell me how wrong I probably am, but that was always my understanding.
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Utterly gobsmacked.
Best of luck, Stan.
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Just heard via a text from my Dad. I really hope they've caught it in time and that he can beat it 100%. Good luck, Stan. UTV!
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There’s a large part of me that really wants to be there tomorrow. If ever there is a time when we as a club feel like a family then it is tomorrow.
Know how you feel. I hate McLeish and dont want to every witness him in the flesh in charge of us, but feel I must be there for the Villa family.
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I just looked on the MacMillan web site (http://www.macmillan.org.uk/Cancerinformation/Cancertypes/Leukaemiaacutelymphoblastic/ALL.aspx) and it's a bit more positive than Wikipedia:
When there is no sign of the leukaemia and the marrow is working Onormally this is called remission. With treatment, more than 9 out of 10 adults (90%) with ALL will go into remission. Further treatment, called consolidation, may be given to stop the leukaemia coming back. This is followed by more treatment known as maintenance that is given to prolong the remission for as long as possible.
For some, remission lasts indefinitely and the person is said to be cured. If the ALL comes back (relapses) after treatment, it can often be treated again and a second remission may be possible.
I do not wish to be a merchant of doom, and I am sure we will find out more in the coming days, but Stan has been diagnosed with Acute Leukemia...
Types of Leukemia
Leukemia is classified by how quickly it progresses. Acute leukemia is fast-growing and can overrun the body within a few weeks or months. By contrast, chronic leukemia is slow-growing and progressively worsens over years.
Acute versus Chronic Leukemia
The blood-forming (hematopoietic) cells of acute leukemia remain in an immature state, so they reproduce and accumulate very rapidly. Therefore, acute leukemia needs to be treated immediately, otherwise the disease may be fatal within a few months. Fortunately, some subtypes of acute leukemia respond very well to available therapies and they are curable. Children often develop acute forms of leukemia, which are managed differently from leukemia in adults.
In chronic leukemia, the blood-forming cells eventually mature, or differentiate, but they are not "normal." They remain in the bloodstream much longer than normal white blood cells, and they are unable to combat infection well.
It's probably not the time to get too tied up in the different types of leukaemia, but some general pointers for those who are interested.
Kids tend to the acute leukemias and the outcome is usually good. Older people tend to get the chronic types which are not curable but the prognosis somewhat contradictorally is good (in a few cases they might not even be life limiting).
Stan is in a unfortunate middle group. He has an acute leukaemia (either ALL or AML) - in these cases there is the potential for a cure but the treatment is punishing and the chances reduce with age.
To a long winded explanation short - its a bit of a bastard.
On a footballing note, I've warmed to stan over the past couple of seasons. Of course we know he tires, but for 60 mins or so he's head and shoulders above anyone else in our midfield.
Fingers crossed eh?
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Awful News, Best Wishes to Stan get well soon Skipper
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There’s a large part of me that really wants to be there tomorrow. If ever there is a time when we as a club feel like a family then it is tomorrow.
Know how you feel. I hate McLeish and dont want to every witness him in the flesh in charge of us, but feel I must be there for the Villa family.
Don’t want to sound like I’m preaching at you but you should definitely put AM to the back of your mind and get down there tomorrow for Stan. It’s definitely time for the Villa family to come together.
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On holiday in the us at the minute, just thought I would have a look and see what's going on on here, wish I hadn't now... Awful news but stans a fighter on the pitch and I'm sure he can beat this, the support on here is immense lets keep it up and do him proud at the Chelsea match.
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Horrible news. A great ambassador for his country and our club. All the best to Stilyan and his family at this time. Pull through mate.
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get well soon stan.how long can you have this awful desease and not know about it? i only ask this because i know he always gives a 100% but his shirt is always the sweatiest and he does run out of steam near the end of games,i wonder if this is part of the reason.lets all gather outside the holte and have a group huddle for stan instead of protesting
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Gutting.
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Only just seen the news, I can't believe it. Best wishes to him and his family, here's hoping he makes a full recovery.
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Sky reporting he himself only found out at midday today and is traveling with the club doctor to see a specialists today
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The media will focus on Villa Park tomorrow ....lets show the support for the Club to country ...currently Villa is seen as a totally divided club - lets get behind stan and the team tomorrow.
Anyone who wishes to take protests just stay away - this is not the time
Lets ensure we are the 12th man tomorrow and get the 3 points we need - I'm sure thats the best treatment for Stan for starters
Get well Stan you have been a credit to yourself and the Club despite the many moaners - 3 points Saturday !
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theres always one mouthy bstard
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Barclays-Premier-League-Banter-Page/138589062862903
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Horrible news. I wish Stan all the best. He's a rarity in football these days: great guy, humble, a top pro and works his bollocks off. He's been excellent for the club and an absolute model pro. Brilliant example to the young kids. Stan doesn't strike me as having a big ego, it always seems like he helps the kids out and has time to give out advice.
Really hoping he pulls through and I thank him from the bottom of my ticker for his service to the club. Hopefully the fact he's a prem footballer and thus incredibly fit, will help in his fight..
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He deserves nothing but the full support from the fans and the club. He's always given everything for the Villa.
Here's hoping you can beat it Stan!
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Just seen the news on sky sports, So sad im sure most of us on here have lost someone to this sort of thing, A fantastic fighter on the picth and im sure a fantastic fighter off the pitch. Keep strong and i pray you will soon be back fit and well.
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Lets hope the police feel the collar of that troll who posted on facebook !
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Shocked and saddened by this news. Stilyan is one of few players who never lets us down. Hopefully the same fight that he shows every game will help him beat this illness.
Good luck Stan.
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What dreadful news, thoughts are with him and his family.
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Lets hope the police feel the collar of that troll who posted on facebook !
The guy looked a few millenium behind evolution. Jesus, some people just need to be kept in a bloody Zoo. Lock him up!
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Get well soon Stan, tomorrow is for you! x
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Football has a certain ring of utter irrelevance in moments like this. Best wishes, Stan.
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As I've shouted many a time from the Holte.
Go on, Stan.
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theres always one mouthy bstard
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Barclays-Premier-League-Banter-Page/138589062862903
Scrolled down his page on Facebook. No prizes for guessing who he supports
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theres always one mouthy bstard
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Barclays-Premier-League-Banter-Page/138589062862903
A short complaint to the police should sort that out. The Bluenose c***.
BRMB (or Free Radio now) announced it at 4.30, it has just depressed me.
It should not happen to him, of all people. He is a model professional and dealt with his critics by becoming captain and an indispensible part of the club. Life really is a f****** c*** sometimes...
All I can say to the club is get well soon Stan.
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For those into FB pages.
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Get-Well-Soon-Stiliyan-Petrov/347673398611529
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I'n shaking my head at some 'debating' whether or not to come to VP ovrr McLeish etc. This really underlines how pathetic football supporters canbe. Support your club at all times, thick and thin. When the captain, someone who gives 100% in whatever circumstances, is seriously ill, honestly you won't ever be missed if your natural instinct isn't to get a seat tomorrow and get behind the team.
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Don't know what to say really. Shocking news. All the best with the fight, Stan.
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theres always one mouthy bstard
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Barclays-Premier-League-Banter-Page/138589062862903
Someone string that fat prick up-idiot!!!
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Only just found out. Horrible news.
Good luck Stan.
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Stan is one of the few players in the squad who always gives everything for the shirt. He leads the youngsters by example and I'm proud he's our skipper. Fight this Stan, my thoughts and prayers go with you skipper.
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I'm a big fan of Petrov. Get well soon!
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Well lads, lets use this to all unite tomorrow behind the club we all love.
Fuck all the bickering and moaning, the upper Holte has been like a morgue this season.
None of us like the manager but lets get behind the lads and create an atmosphere like the old days.
Keep the faith Stan - get well soon Skipper!!
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Was driving between Shrewsbury and Telford when one of my sons texted this awful news to me just after 2.30 p.m.; had to stop the car as I was so shocked and upset.
Along with Gabby, Stan has been my favourite Villa player for 4/5 years and is a model professional.
Stan, you and your family will be in my prayers every day until you recover. Fight it as I know you will; everyone is behind you.
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theres always one mouthy bstard
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Barclays-Premier-League-Banter-Page/138589062862903
Someone string that fat prick up-idiot!!!
I hope the police go knocking at the door of Dino Kons Armenis from Accocks Green.
dino.thegreek@hotmail.co.uk
To their credit, the vast majority of noses have responded with complete dignity. Shame there's always one to let the rest down.
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Some nice sentiments coming from SHA. Fair play to them.
http://www.that lot.com/read.php?1,883771,page=1
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I am absolutely devastated by this. Have been in tears for the last hour or so since finding out.
He relaly is a top guy and I just hope and pray he pulls through.
Prayers for him and his family and I hope the fans show what he means to us tomorrow.
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Shocking news. Strength to you in your fight Stan.
As an aside, a reminder to all of us to make the most of every day, you never know what's round the corner.
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theres always one mouthy bstard
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Barclays-Premier-League-Banter-Page/138589062862903
that horrible disgusting scum needs reporting
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Only just heard the news,puts our crappy season into perspective. A top man and top player for the club,all the best to him and his family,get well soon Stan.
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Some nice sentiments coming from SHA. Fair play to them.
http://www.that lot.com/read.php?1,883771,page=1
Still some idiots, mind, but they seem to be drowned out.
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Just horrible, horrible news. I haven't got the words except to say we are all praying for you Stan.
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Bloody hell, I am off here for the best part of a day working and come back on expecting the usual nothing much has happened and now wish it was the usual nothing much has happened. This is awful news and to think I was sitting here feeling sorry for myself with a bit of a croaky voice and a throat infection
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Some nice sentiments coming from SHA. Fair play to them.
http://www.that lot.com/read.php?1,883771,page=1
Fair play to them. Football rivalry goes out the window sometimes.
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Just heard and I am completely shocked at the news. You can beat this Stan and all the Claret and Blue are right behind you. Got the utmost respect for you and you always come across as one of the genuine nice guys in football. Get well soon Stan :'(
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Wow. Terrible news for him and his family. All the best Stan.
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theres always one mouthy bstard
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Barclays-Premier-League-Banter-Page/138589062862903
that horrible disgusting scum needs reporting
He looks like your sterotypical Twat
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Good luck Stan
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Does anybody know if one week is a long time to wait between having leukaemia and it being treated? If he was feeling unwell last Saturday and he's catching a train to London today, then that's one week. Is that a long time or a short time, in terms of leukaemia? Sorry if that's a stupid question.
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Get well soon Stan, please.
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Good luck and very best wishes, Stiliyan. Shocking news.
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horrible news, get well Stan
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Thoughts and Prayers Stan.
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cant belive this,shocked! Get well soon Stan!!!
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Went to his debut at West Ham when he was the best player on the pitch, had his name printed on my Villa top. Whatever anybody says about him as a player, there is no doubt that he, as a man, has always treated this club, and the game, with the utmost respect. Get well soon Stan, we are ALL behind you. Deeply upset. Call the Chelsea game off asap.
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Give it this treatment, Stan
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Absolutely gobsmacked! It's not often you hear news which is so far off the spectrum of what you'd expect that it leaves you speechless.
Just hope & pray that the combination of Stan's fitness, fighting spirit & good treatment will see him win this battle. I'm convinced that there is no one more capable of overcoming this than Stan.
Tomorrow and for the next few weeks we need to get behind everyone connected to our club & in particular pray for Stan & his family. UTV
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All the best stan lets get villa park rocking show him some support
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Along with Gabby, Stan has been my favourite Villa player for 4/5 years and is a model professional.
Spot on.
As I've said before it's difficult to assess how important he's been to us until he's absent from the pitch. He will be missed - but more importantly here's hoping for a speedy recovery.
Incidentally, I think the club's press release was very well crafted.
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Only cite the below link as it contains such touching comments, especially from the Celtic camp.
http://www.guardian.co.uk/football/2012/mar/30/aston-villa-stilian-petrov-leukaemia
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I only heard about half hour ago and haven't had chance to read anything yet. I know it's not the time to speculate, but how serious is it?
From what I've read it is life-threatening, is that accurate?
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I only heard about half hour ago and haven't had chance to read anything yet. I know it's not the time to speculate, but how serious is it?
From what I've read it is life-threatening, is that accurate?
Yes.
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Best of luck Stan.
As others have said, if he fights this like he plays football then there's nobody I'd think was more likely to beat it.
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All the best Stan, a brilliant player who gives his all to the Villa. Someone else has said the same but one of my favorite players over the last few years too.
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I only heard about half hour ago and haven't had chance to read anything yet. I know it's not the time to speculate, but how serious is it?
From what I've read it is life-threatening, is that accurate?
Yes, and it is an aggressive form of the disease apparently.
Stan needs our support.
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Terrible news, absolutely gutted... get well soon Stan! It puts the clubs troubles into perspective really.
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Horrible, horrible news. Can't quite believe it. I hope the wonders of modern medicine and his own strength see him through to safety. Good luck Stan.
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Tragic news, good luck Stan with this battle. Football really doesn't matter.
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Just awful news and puts it all into perspective, especailly so soon afer Muamba.
Get well Stan..thoughts are with you...
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get well soon stan,we are all behind you.
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I know our Club and supporters will be with him all the way.
I see the game goes ahead at the insistence of Petrov. Shows his character.
McLeish said 'today is the first day of his recovery' - I know Stan's attitude will be similar.
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get well soon stan,we are all behind you.
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Stan , the Villa family are all supporting you, keep the faith, you're a great battler
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Best wishes Stan, one of the games good guys.
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Good luck and best wishes Stan.....Heart of a lion is required to fight this and im sure he has one.
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Stan,
I will be at the game tomorrow with my good mate and Villa regular, JW. Only 12 months ago he was diagnosed with Leukemia, yet now,following a course of treatment and bone marrow transplant he is fit, well, and like me,wishing you the same speedy recovery from this indiscriminate illness.
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I've never met Stiliyan Petrov but through his conduct and manner I've formed the impression that he is a hugely admirable individual and that we are lucky to have him at our club. I wish him all the best for a full and speedy recovery, which I am sure he will achieve.
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Just curious, but why would he take a train to London?
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Gobsmacked, to say the least - good luck, Stan and best wishes x
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Just curious, but why would he take a train to London?
Cos it's quicker than driving there and you don't get stuck in traffic?
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i am devastated!
in 1998 after a pretty good football career, midland combination and festival league, i got diagnosed with acute myleoblastic leukaemia.
it is a hard aggresive disease and unfortunately is indescrimanate. black white, rich poor it takes no prisoners!
i was 24 and went into hospital on the 15 april and apart from a couple of sabbaticals came out just before christmas 98. relapsed in 2002 but thankfully after my 6th intensive course of chemo, my friend has not come back to visit me!
stylian needs to be positive, i know he will and we all need to give love and support.
i am proud this man has always showed his heart for our club, and i would love to tell you football is futile in the grander scale of things, but even when the priest had been brought in, my love of the villa was there and on a saturday was there and it was important!
i have no concerns for our fighting captain. HE WILL PULL THROUGH!
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I think there's some grit in my eye...
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Great post, Rutski.
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i am devastated!
in 1998 after a pretty good football career, midland combination and festival league, i got diagnosed with acute myleoblastic leukaemia.
it is a hard aggresive disease and unfortunately is indescrimanate. black white, rich poor it takes no prisoners!
i was 24 and went into hospital on the 15 april and apart from a couple of sabbaticals came out just before christmas 98. relapsed in 2002 but thankfully after my 6th intensive course of chemo, my friend has not come back to visit me!
stylian needs to be positive, i know he will and we all need to give love and support.
i am proud this man has always showed his heart for our club, and i would love to tell you football is futile in the grander scale of things, but even when the priest had been brought in, my love of the villa was there and on a saturday was there and it was important!
i have no concerns for our fighting captain. HE WILL PULL THROUGH!
Really happy for you. Stan needs to fight as you did.
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Sitting in the airport in San Diego and I just heard the news. I feel like I've just been hit by a sledge hammer.
All the best Stan.
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i am devastated!
in 1998 after a pretty good football career, midland combination and festival league, i got diagnosed with acute myleoblastic leukaemia.
it is a hard aggresive disease and unfortunately is indescrimanate. black white, rich poor it takes no prisoners!
i was 24 and went into hospital on the 15 april and apart from a couple of sabbaticals came out just before christmas 98. relapsed in 2002 but thankfully after my 6th intensive course of chemo, my friend has not come back to visit me!
stylian needs to be positive, i know he will and we all need to give love and support.
i am proud this man has always showed his heart for our club, and i would love to tell you football is futile in the grander scale of things, but even when the priest had been brought in, my love of the villa was there and on a saturday was there and it was important!
i have no concerns for our fighting captain. HE WILL PULL THROUGH!
Amazing and emotional, fair play to you. I hop your right about Stan too.
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Chairman and Chief Executive send support to Captain Petrov (http://www.avfc.co.uk/page/NewsDetail/0,,10265~2707143,00.html)
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All the best Stan in your fight.
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My friend on Facebook, a Norwich fan, just posted this on my wall:
Nearly the same as my Leukaemia Warren, a little more progressed. Great drugs and treatment available. No reason why he won't be kicking next season off for you.
Everything crossed.
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Stan has always given every effort for the club and I am sure everyone involved with Villa will be willing him to get through this. Fight the good fight, Stan.
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Appalling News - I wish him all the very best in what will be some arduous, testing and at times unpleasant treatment.
At times like this the Villa family pull together for one of our own and stand together.
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Just seen this, shocking news and I wish Stan all the best in his battle.
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Gutted for Stan and his family, but he's still young and fit. and hopefully will get through this. All the best mate
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Jesus only just found out as phone ran out of battery and just got in from work. Thoughts to Stan and his family.
Stay strong and fight Stan, we're all with you.
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I just wanted this horrible season to end, for the shit on the pitch was getting to me. Fuck that I don't care about it just get well soon Stan.
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Can only the echo the words of others. Get well soon Stan.
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I'm stunned and can only echo everyone's sentiments - get well soon Stan. We're all thinking of you
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Stunned when I heard this, Get well soon Stan I know you can beat it.
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I just wanted this horrible season to end, for the shit on the pitch was getting to me. Fuck that I don't care about it just get well soon Stan.
Absolutely agree - all the shit this season pales into insignificance with this news!
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The season is secondary.
Its all about Stan beating this illness. You can do it mate.
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My daughter has always had a huge crush on Stan and when the club visited Columbus last year he was fantastic with her. A real genuine nice guy, took time out to have pics taken with her and was really interested in making her day. She still has those pics posted up on her wall and was hoping to add to them in Chicago.
Good luck Stan, I have seen acute Leukemia beaten and know that you can beat it too.
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My first thought was "wtf are we gonna do now?" Not the right reaction but shows what sort of pro he is when we're still relying on him when he should be winding down his career. Wish him the best and i'm sure he knows everyone connected with the club is thinking about him and his family.
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I text my mate with the news and his reaction was the same as yours Greg. "We're fucked." was his exact words.. and, uh, let's be honest, kinda right.
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I heard this a couple of hours ago on my way home, on the news in the car. I'm saying, good luck, Stiliyan and I hope this has been caught as early as possible for you.
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everything else is pale in significance. get well soon stan utv
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Back from work late and only just picked this up.
Stunned that such a hard working player and captain has been carrying on with such an illness.
It speaks volumes for his character.
Get well soon Stan!
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Fight it Stan! My heart is with you and your family. Get better my friend!
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Can only echo the sentiments of all on here. It might sound daft but when my Dad was diagnosed with leukemia we found ourselves almost celebrating the news it was a very treatable version (if that sounds right?)and wouldn't affect him too much, fingers crossed it's the same news for Stan.
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We plan our life and we plan for future. Usually a long time ahead. We expect to see those plans come true. We want all the happy events future will bring . As human beings we are programmed to do that by nature. We never think about the terrible stuff that possibly lies ahead. All the things that could go wrong and the thing is that they do. Sometimes a devastating event hits us. Something that we did not expect. Something that we could not envisage ... This stops life in it's tracks
The news about Stan is that event.
Today we should all think about the man himself, his wife and his two lovely children. For all of us and Aston Villa football club this is terrible news but it's his immediate family who are affected behind belief. They must be all in terrible shock. I wish I could reach out to them and somehow reassure them. I can not I hope someone can.
Let's all reach out to them is the best possible ways we can and by showing support for Stan in the best possible way at the match tomorrow and everyday from now until Stan is back in health again that I know HE WILL.
Good luck Stan. I am praying for you.
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I know many people get sentimental when hearing such sad news but I have met Stan and his family he really is a nice guy I can see why he is Villa captain. All the best Stan were all thinking of you.
I have had loads of Blues fans sending good luck messages which just shows how football can unite at times
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For anyone who isn't on Twitter, do you know what Stan was doing yesterday? Already seriously ill, maybe thinking the worst?
He was meeting the FPA to discuss players making donations to them.
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keep positive Stan and all the very best wishes ....C'mon you Lion!!!
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http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/17566291
Apologies if this link has been posted.Didn't know about the burger van story.
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I Only heard this devastating news around 6pm. For quite some time Stan has been Mr. Aston Villa for me. I can only wish him well in the trying time ahead.
Get well soon Stan, we are with you as you fight to overcome this.
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Terrible news. Get better soon Stan!
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It is said many times, just puts everything into perspective, my best and most positive wishes to Stan.
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A colleague told me about this around 3.30 this afternoon. There's nothing for me to say that hasn't already been said. Life's turned upside down for Stan and his family today.
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Just heard, shocked.
Good luck and get well soon.
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From Carlos on Twitter:
"He is very strong and will win this battle. We are all with you my friend."
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A colleague told me about this around 3.30 this afternoon. There's nothing for me to say that hasn't already been said. Life's turned upside down for Stan and his family today.
That's a good point Lizz. We've naturally all concentrated on Stan, but it is easy to forget that he has a family outside of the game, and what they are going through. Best wishes to all of them.
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can someone spell leukaemia on the title correctly please?
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Been meaning to do it for a while.
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For anyone who isn't on Twitter, do you know what Stan was doing yesterday? Already seriously ill, maybe thinking the worst?
He was meeting the FPA to discuss players making donations to them.
I read about that earlier. Apparently the first team squad are considering paying a percentage of their annual salary to a fund for our former players. Incredible that Stan was there yesterday. Even more shocking is he may be at the game tomorrow.
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can someone spell leukaemia on the title correctly please?
Now done.
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sorry to be a pedant! you selling it by the church tomorrow leeg?
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sorry to be a pedant! you selling it by the church tomorrow leeg?
Not a problem. I'm outside the Trinity Road gates tomorrow.
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Just seen this, not very comforting. I'm assuming Stan falls into the intermediate category?
http://www.guardian.co.uk/football/2012/mar/30/stilian-petrov-acute-leukaemia?newsfeed=true
An early diagnosis could be "crucial" for the recovery of the footballer Stilian Petrov as he undergoes treatment for acute leukaemia, an expert has said. The 32-year-old Aston Villa captain was diagnosed with the disease after developing a fever following last Saturday's defeat to Arsenal.
Professor Chris Bunce, research director at Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research, said the condition is often not identified in younger patients because it is so rare. About 200 people in their 30s are diagnosed with the disease in the UK each year, the charity said.
Prof Bunce said: "Thirty-two is certainly a young age to develop acute leukaemia. It is much more common in people in their 60s. Because it is so rare at that age, it is sometimes not diagnosed quickly enough. But being in a health awareness environment such as professional football, with the benefit of a medical team, could be crucial for Stilian. The earlier treatment is started, the better the chances of survival.
"He will be able to take more aggressive therapy because he is younger. And being fit should mean he will respond better to the treatment. At the moment we don't know what type of acute leukaemia he has. Different sub-types have different prognoses than others.
"Very young patients often make a full recovery. However, the survival rate for people in their 60s is appalling. For intermediate patients there is a 40-45% survival rate. There is every possibility Stilian could return to be a very fit and healthy human being. He's certainly young enough to make a full recovery."
On average 2,500 adults are diagnosed with acute leukaemia in the UK each year, with about 1,800 over the age of 60, according to Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research. The most common type in adults is acute myeloid leukaemia, the charity added.
Professor Bunce said Petrov's treatment would depend on the type of acute leukaemia diagnosed, although he would most likely undergo chemotherapy. Severe cases require a bone marrow transplant, he added.
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Absolutely gutted.
Love and best wishes to Stan and his family.
I know Stan will be fighting this 100 per cent, and will have all Villa fans behind him whilst he is doing this.
He's been a mainstay in the team that gave me some of the most exciting times as a villa fan.
Feel shell shocked.
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Thoughts are with Stan and his family at this very difficult time
Shocked and saddened by today's news, and I hope and pray he can make a full recovery
Get well soon Stan!
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Stan is a top man - always been one of my favorite players even though not all would agree. I'm shocked by this news and wish him a full and speedy recovery.
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Was shocked to read this on my phone on the way back to Tamworth from Brum earlier, wishing a full recovery to Stan, and thoughts to his family.
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In cases like this the risk to slip on rhetoric is very high but we have the privilege to meet him and (a part from being a great play maker, ça va sans dire) he's really a great man, humble, and affable .
As a man he is like Matthew Le Tissier as a player: simply the best.
Get well soon, Stan.
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Hold on:
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Terrible news.
Thoughts with Stan and his family at this time.
All the very best Stan - get well soon.
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This has really upset me in a way that I wouldn't have thought it could. My 17 year old son is totally gutted too.
I wasn't looking forward to the game tomorrow given the growing injury list, but now I coudn't really give a toss about the result in all honesty.
Get well soon Stan.
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Baggies fan here in peace. This is indeed shocking news and I am sure all at B71 would extend their sincere wishes to Stylian for a full recovery. Looking forward to the 28th April now and our first double over you since the days of Don Howe and Vic Crowe. Boing boing!
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Baggies fan here in peace. This is indeed shocking news and I am sure all at B71 would extend their sincere wishes to Stylian for a full recovery. Looking forward to the 28th April now and our first double over you since the days of Don Howe and Vic Crowe. Boing boing!
Much appreciated Rousler. It's been said a lot on these forums and by everyone else today, but football and rivalries really take a back seat on days like today.
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thanks for posting, rousler
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I was stunned when i heard earlier and i still am. He's not the best player we've ever had, but one we've come to miss when he's been out the side which says a lot and he should be very proud of that.
Get well soon Stan.
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Sad news. I noticed the 'Applause for Petrov' thread first and didn't have any idea. Even the acuteness of posts on that thread didn't prepare me for anything like this.
Please get well, Stan.
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It seems to be always the good guy`s. My thoughts and prayers are with Stan and his family. He will get the best treatment available and quick, lets hope he wins this battle.
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Baggies fan here in peace. This is indeed shocking news and I am sure all at B71 would extend their sincere wishes to Stylian for a full recovery. Looking forward to the 28th April now and our first double over you since the days of Don Howe and Vic Crowe. Boing boing!
Sorry, the first sentance was fine, why did you need to add the second sentance if your purpose was to come on here and express your support for Petrov. Fuck off
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Baggies fan here in peace. This is indeed shocking news and I am sure all at B71 would extend their sincere wishes to Stylian for a full recovery. Looking forward to the 28th April now and our first double over you since the days of Don Howe and Vic Crowe. Boing boing!
Sorry, the first sentance was fine, why did you need to add the second sentance if your purpose was to come on here and express your support for Petrov. Fuck off
What's said is said, but can we leave this one there please.
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Baggies fan here in peace. This is indeed shocking news and I am sure all at B71 would extend their sincere wishes to Stylian for a full recovery. Looking forward to the 28th April now and our first double over you since the days of Don Howe and Vic Crowe. Boing boing!
Sorry, the first sentance was fine, why did you need to add the second sentance if your purpose was to come on here and express your support for Petrov. Fuck off
What's said is said, but can we leave this one there please.
Yes fine Dave, but I am sure you can understand my sentiment.
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Done. But.... Prick! I give in. See you tomorrow.
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Words can't express. Good luck Stan.
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When I heard the news on the radio earlier today, I was stunned. I can only add my own thoughts and prayers to those already aired and wish Stan a speedy and full recovery and hope that his family have the strength and support to help them through this very tough time.
:'(
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Terrible news - best of luck with the fight Stan.
Wish I could be at the Chelsea match.
Come on villa do it for your captain.
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He's always been cut from a different cloth to some of the other pampered footballing brats. You can't imagine many others working in a burger van to improve their English. Now he speaks it better than most of his British team mates while the likes of Tevez can't string a sentence together after years in the country. A great example of a modestly-talented player who has given his all to establish a career and make the best of what he has. Top bloke; I am proud to have him at our club. Chelsea means nothing tomorrow. Call it off.
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All the best Stan. Can't really think of much else to say at times like this.
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Very upset to hear the news about Stan it certainly feels like one of the family has been stricken by this evil disease I am praying very hard for you and I will stand up in the 19th minute today with all of us whether we are at the game or not wherever we are to support our lovely captain- please beat this Stan .
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A speedy and full recovery Stylian - it's times like this that we realise football isn't that important after all
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Amazing how a guy in his prime can be so viciously cut down, good luck Stan.
For hope in this bad time we only need look to Geoff Thomas and his battle
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From twitter:
TWITTER REACTION
Aston Villa goalkeeper Shay Given: "In shock about Stiliyan Petrov acute leukaemia but we are all here for him and his family. Please God he makes a full recovery #prayforstan."
Aston Villa striker Darren Bent: "Really sad news to hear about our captain Stan Petrov. Hopefully he'll be back fighting fit soon. Thoughts are with him and his family. KTF."
Aston Villa midfielder Gary Gardner: "Please God, make Stan be OK. He's our skipper and such a nice man. Praying for you mate - thoughts are with you and your family."
Aston Villa goalkeeper Brad Guzan: "Gutted to hear the news about Stan. Thoughts and prayers to him and his family. Stay strong pal!"
Aston Villa defender Carlos Cuellar: "I feel very sad with the news of our captain Petrov. Our support for him and his family. He is very strong and will win this battle. We are all with you my friend. #prayforstan."
Tottenham midfielder Jermaine Jenas: "Just saw the news about Stan Petrov one of the nicest guys in football! Thoughts with him and his lovely family."
Match of the Day presenter Gary Lineker: "Terribly sad to hear that Stiliyan Petrov has been diagnosed with leukaemia. Thoughts are with him and his family. All cases of Leukaemia vary, but from personal experience with @GeorgeLineker we know it can be beaten #goodluckStiliyan."
Former Villa midfielder Ian Taylor: "Terrible news re Stiliyan Petrov illness. Our best wishes go out to him and his family. Praying he can make a full recovery #getwellstiliyan."
Bolton midfielder Fabrice Muamba's fiancee, Shauna Magunda: "Get well soon Petrov. We'll be keeping you in our prayers."
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Don't need to read all this thread to imagine the general sentiment in one of shock and good wishes. I'll just add to that. Get well, Stan.
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Stiliyan Petrov: Geoff Thomas on his battle with leukaemia
By Geoff Thomas
Former England international
It was horrendous to hear the news about Stiliyan Petrov .
I was 37 when leukaemia struck me down in 2003 - it was a bolt out of the blue.
The first couple of days was a complete shock. It felt like I was in a dark tunnel. But it was the time to take in as much information and listen to professionals, doctors and nurses to see how to go forward. I put my trust and life in their hands.
My condition - chronic myeloid leukaemia - was slightly different to the acute leukaemia that Petrov has been diagnosed with.
The cancer I had gave me a bit more time to work out what lay ahead. It becomes very black and white.
At first, I was given three months to live and then with treatment, it was extended to three years. I was then able to have a successful had a stem cell transplant.
What goes on in the next couple of days is important for Petrov.
With it being acute, it's a more aggressive form of leukaemia which is common in his age group. The treatment starts as soon as you go into hospital and there will be people running around him.
He seems to be such a delightful guy. I'd like to wish him and his family all the best.
This country is a leading light when it comes to research into blood cancers.
He's a fit young man and everyone will give him the best chance and put him on road to recovery as soon as possible.
The success rates are getting better and better every year. We should never stop campaigning for better treatment and funding. When stories like this hit the news it highlights the cause.
I'm always at the end of the phone for anybody with this illness.
Geoff Thomas was speaking to BBC World Service and BBC Radio 5 live.
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I was as shocked as everyone else when I heard the sad news yesterday. I am positive that if Stan fights this with just half the effort he puts in every week, he'll be better in no time.
Get well soon skip.
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Met Stan in Bulgaria 2008. He is one of the nicest people I have met. I wish him a speedy recovery. Desperately sad news.
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Its weird what you wish for .
As I walked into my office yesterday and the news came on . It is normally current affairs first and then the sports news.
All heard was Aston Villa first in the main news in the first two words , my head was going , they have sacked him , they have sacked him , until the rest of the news came out . I sank into my chair and said to myself , the words most people on here would have said.
What a shock .
p.s Stan is one of the fighters in the team . He will fight this.
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I had loads of messages from Rangers fans who I have made friends with through the music business . They really hate Celtic , like you would expect , but sent me fantastic messages about Stan last night.
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Words can't express it.
Fight it!
Good luck Stan!
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Terrible news
Get well soon Stan
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I am shocked and saddened by this terrible news about Stan, my thoughts are with him and his family which includes us Vllains who care about him so much.
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Devastated for Stan and his family. As someone who has been touched multiple times by this bastard of a disease, I know what they will be going through now.
I'm sure it has been asked and apologies if it has already been answered, but what is the best way to send a personal note to Stan?
Is it best to email the club directly and ask them to pass it on?
The good news is that I know that he and his family will fight this.
Up the Villa
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Prayers and thoughts with Stan and his family - keep strong and keep fighting.
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Is it true Stan has decided to retire from football?
Very sad news but totally understandable
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Is it true Stan has decided to retire from football?
Very sad news but totally understandable
Seems to be the latest story doing the rounds.
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Is it true Stan has decided to retire from football?
Very sad news but totally understandable
Seems to be the latest story doing the rounds.
If so, I hope and expect the club to continue giving him and his family whatever support it can. I know we, the fans, will do so as well.
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I'd love nothing more than to see Petrov leading the team out again sometime in the future. But if Stan, his family and the doctors think it's for the best then good luck to them.
If true I'd still like to think he might one day rejoin the club in some suitable capacity.
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Awful, awful news. Come on Stan, you can beat this.
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If he has had to jack it in then this 19th minute stuff should be done at every game until the end of the season.
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If he has had to jack it in then this 19th minute stuff should be done at every game until the end of the season.
I doubt very much if he will resume football again - months of therapy (chemo can also cause irreverable heart muscle damage which will affect his ability to play again) combined with his age. I just hopes he beats this to lead a full and happy life after football.
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Dreadful news,dig in Stan & fight it. Our thoughts are with you
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Is it true Stan has decided to retire from football?
Very sad news but totally understandable
Seems to be the latest story doing the rounds.
I think there's a bit much being read into that. He said football has to stop, but I like to think there's a [for now] in there. That said, I've no idea if you can come back from it like you were before if you beat it.
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Is it true Stan has decided to retire from football?
Very sad news but totally understandable
Seems to be the latest story doing the rounds.
If so, I hope and expect the club to continue giving him and his family whatever support it can. I know we, the fans, will do so as well.
To be fair to the club, whatever their other shortcomings, as dave said before, you just know they'll do right in this situation. Always have done, always will.
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Like Bolton have with Muamba, I would hope Villa would tell stan he has a position at the club if he wants it should he have to retire. He can have the managers job when he recovers if he wants it!
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Kendrick saying they're putting Petrov t-shirts on sale from midweek, proceeds going to charity of Stans choosing.
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Is it true Stan has decided to retire from football?
Very sad news but totally understandable
Seems to be the latest story doing the rounds.
If so, I hope and expect the club to continue giving him and his family whatever support it can. I know we, the fans, will do so as well.
To be fair to the club, whatever their other shortcomings, as dave said before, you just know they'll do right in this situation. Always have done, always will.
Agreed. The things they get wrong are often football related, but this totally transcends and supercedes football in importance. They'll do the right thing.
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Is it true Stan has decided to retire from football?
Very sad news but totally understandable
Seems to be the latest story doing the rounds.
If so, I hope and expect the club to continue giving him and his family whatever support it can. I know we, the fans, will do so as well.
To be fair to the club, whatever their other shortcomings, as dave said before, you just know they'll do right in this situation. Always have done, always will.
Agreed. The things they get wrong are often football related, but this totally transcends and supercedes football in importance. They'll do the right thing.
Is it true Stan has decided to retire from football?
Very sad news but totally understandable
Seems to be the latest story doing the rounds.
If so, I hope and expect the club to continue giving him and his family whatever support it can. I know we, the fans, will do so as well.
To be fair to the club, whatever their other shortcomings, as dave said before, you just know they'll do right in this situation. Always have done, always will.
Agreed. The things they get wrong are often football related, but this totally transcends and supercedes football in importance. They'll do the right thing.
The telegraph are running it as well as ESPN news http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/football/teams/aston-villa/9177954/Stiliyan-Petrov-to-retire-from-football-after-leukaemia-diagnosis-saying-football-is-over-this-is-the-end.html (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/football/teams/aston-villa/9177954/Stiliyan-Petrov-to-retire-from-football-after-leukaemia-diagnosis-saying-football-is-over-this-is-the-end.html)
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It's not surprising. Just have to make sure that he gets the care he needs and recovers for his family's sake. I accept that we'll never see him in the 1st team again, but I just hope he's around to attend games again in the not too distant future.
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Whatever Stan needs is all that is important. Let's just hope he can get better, and have the opportunity to be with his family. If everything goes well and he wants to, then I'd love to have him back at the club in some capacity.
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Nice touch from Bolton's Martin Petrov with his "Stay Strong Stan" T-Shirt that he revealed after he scored.
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BWFC fan here, would first like to say thanx for all the messages of support we(bolton banter)had from your fans while we all held our breath over Muamba and second say that Stiliyan Petrov is in our prayers and thoughts right now.
It's a horrible thing to go through as a fan never mind the player, his family,team and everyone that knows him but the best you guys can do is be strong and keep showing your support.
Look forward to the match in april and he both our fans have better news about our Hero's.
One Love people.
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All the best Stan. Can I wish you a full and speedy recovery.
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Thoughts and prayers are with Stan.
You are surrounded with those who believe in YOU.
Nice article in Indy
http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/premier-league/seriously-ill-petrov-an-inspiration-7606135.html
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Nice touch from Bolton's Martin Petrov with his "Stay Strong Stan" T-Shirt that he revealed after he scored.
His interview on MOTD was fantastic , lump in throat .
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Truly shocking news. As a lot of other people have said, if anyone has the strength to fight this, Stan has. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Fantastic that he was at the game yesterday and the support shown by everyone was brilliant.
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BWFC fan here, would first like to say thanx for all the messages of support we(bolton banter)had from your fans while we all held our breath over Muamba and second say that Stiliyan Petrov is in our prayers and thoughts right now.
It's a horrible thing to go through as a fan never mind the player, his family,team and everyone that knows him but the best you guys can do is be strong and keep showing your support.
Look forward to the match in april and he both our fans have better news about our Hero's.
One Love people.
Thanks, much appreciated.
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I can't see this posted elsewhere, apologies if it has been.
A nice article by John Hartson about Stan.
http://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/scotsol/homepage/sport/4230676/Stans-smile-can-light-up-a-life-your-prayers-can-help-us-to-keep-him-with-us.html
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As i`ve posted previously on H&V, i have immense respect for Petrov, this is such cruel luck for a wonderful ambassador for Bulgaria and Villa, all the best Stan, were all rootin` for you mate.
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BWFC fan here, would first like to say thanx for all the messages of support we(bolton banter)had from your fans while we all held our breath over Muamba and second say that Stiliyan Petrov is in our prayers and thoughts right now.
It's a horrible thing to go through as a fan never mind the player, his family,team and everyone that knows him but the best you guys can do is be strong and keep showing your support.
Look forward to the match in april and he both our fans have better news about our Hero's.
One Love people.
Thankyou very much for your kind words
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Apologies if this isn't in the right place or has been discussed before. Also please feel free to move elsewhere.
I had the pleasure of taking part in the Sport Relief mile a week ago and had such a great time I have been looking to find another "small run" to take part in. I found a 5k run on 27th May, organised by BBC WM, taking place in Sutton Park and for the BBC WM Red Alert Appeal for Cure Leukaemia.
I was debating whether to enter it or not or try and find something a little closer to where I live, but after the news about Stan this seemed to be the appropriate event to take part in and try and raise a few quid by hobbling around for just over 3 miles.
As I say, if it's not the right place please move, but I thought in the circumstances I would bring it mto people's attention.
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Just shown on SSN Lerner walking with Paul Faulkner to visit Stan in hospital..
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Sir Ian Botham is doing another of his charity walks in aid of Leukaemia and Lymphoma Research. he is in Birmingham on 19th April.
http://leukaemialymphomaresearch.org.uk/get-involved/beefys-great-british-walk-2012-0#beefy-events
Although the research that he has funded has largely been aimed at research into childhood illness, the benefits of the research will be felt by adults. Since Beefy did his first walk in 1985 he has raised a staggering £13m and child survival rates post diagnosis have increased from 20% to over 90%.
Given the sad news about Stan's diagnosis, I thought that a few of us might want to donate or even walk with Beefy in Stan's honour.
Apologies if this has already been posted.
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apparently ashley Young shouted 'Petrov' into the camera after his goal last night... Nice touch
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Here? (http://www.101greatgoals.com/gvideos/ashley-young-manchester-united-v-blackburn/)
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That vid is pretty inconclusive, has Ash come out and said that was what he was shouting?
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He definitely mouths something towards the camera as he pounds his chest.
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He definitely mouths something towards the camera as he pounds his chest.
Yeah tried turning it up but just made the commentator louder, nice touch if so!
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If my lip reading is right, he said - "...Petrov - that's for you!"
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If my lip reading is right, he said - "...Petrov - that's for you!"
I think he shouts "Staaan!" first, and then this.
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I'm no lip reader but if you watch his lips he seems to be mouthing Petrov.
Good on him if so.
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Photos (http://football.sportal.bg/galery.php?galery=4992&category=1#0) and video (http://football.sportal.bg/video.php?video=44904) of the support for Stan shown by supporters and players at the Levski Sofia v Ludogorets game in Bulgaria on Monday night.
(http://img2.sportal.bg/uploads/galery/2012_04/levski_lu_stan/images/7MDM8327%20copy.jpg)
(http://img2.sportal.bg/uploads/galery/2012_04/levski_lu_stan/images/7MDM8567.jpg)
(http://img2.sportal.bg/uploads/galery/2012_04/levski_lu_stan/images/7MDM8667.jpg)
The banner reads 'Stenli, Blue Bulgaria is with you'.
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We're delighted to announce an extension to our partnership with @CureLeukaemia until 2016
Just received this tweet from Warwickshire CCC!
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If my lip reading is right, he said - "...Petrov - that's for you!"
Definitely.
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The Sun are reporting that the cause of Petrov's cancer came from the Chernobyl meltdown if anyone's interested
article here: http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/news/4244576/Chernobyl-meltdown-gave-Petrov-cancer.html
The Aston Villa captain — known as Stan — was just six when a toxic plume from the exploding Ukranian energy plant fell over Bulgaria in 1986.
Radiation in the northern area of Montana where he grew up was 1,000 to 1,300 above normal levels, according to Dr Mihail Iliev, Bulgaria’s team medic for 20 years.
But Dr Iliev, 61, said leaders of the former Communist state did not tell the population about the danger as they harvested vegetables.
He said: “It was in the late spring, the population was eating fresh radioactive vegetables and other foods. Many people who were kids back then suffered cancer because of this.
“We called them The Chernobyl Kids. Most were born in the same region as Stiliyan.”
Petrov, 32, was diagnosed with acute leukaemia after feeling tired during a Premier League game.
Dr Iliev said: “There are no other cases of such illness in this family, that is why I think Stiliyan is a victim of the old communist regime’s lack of information when the nuclear reactor at Chernobyl exploded, and the radioactive cloud came to our country.”
Chernobyl is just 650 miles from Bulgaria’s capital Sofia.
After the disaster, Bulgarians reported seeing “a strangely- coloured sky of eerie shades”.
Radiation caused widespread genetic birth defects in the former Soviet Union.
The Union of Concerned Scientists says it will eventally cause 50,000 cancer cases, half of them fatal. Campaign group Greenpeace believes the cancer figure will be 200,000.
At the time, Bulgaria’s leaders toed the Kremlin line and kept quiet — but shipped-in uncontaminated foreign food for their own families. After the fall of dictator Todor Zhivkov, a deputy health minister and former deputy PM were found guilty of criminal negligence in misleading the public and jailed for five years.
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I must admit that thought had crossed my mind as the cause.
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How do we keep abreast of how Stan's doing with his treatment? I expect he just wants to get his head down and get through it with his family and friends around him but it'd be a shame if he started to feel alienated after the initial outpouring of support. Is there an online messages of support kind of thingy or anything like it in existence that anyone knows of?
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In the interview on Football Focus Saturday with Neil Lennon he said he had been to see Stan last week and he was given some good news that they had caught it very early.
My friend is doing the walk with Beefy to raise money. I mentioned it earlier in the thread. He is a Norwich City fan and Villa have given him a signed shirt to wear and then auction off afterwards.
He is looking to raise £1000 and is now on £880 odd, anyone who wants to help him get to the £1000 please click the link
http://www.justgiving.com/krisgriffin1
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this is on the BBC website
Stiliyan Petrov 'positive' about leukaemia recovery
Stiliyan Petrov has made his first visit to Aston Villa's training ground since being diagnosed with acute leukaemia and is "feeling positive", says first-team coach Gordon Cowans.
Cowans revealed the Villa captain visited the training complex last week.
Petrov was diagnosed last month and has been undergoing treatment.
What is leukaemia?
Leukaemia is cancer of the white blood cells. Symptoms include pale skin, tiredness, breathlessness and susceptibility to infection. Acute leukaemia means the condition progresses aggressively and needs immediate treatment.
On average 2,500 adults are diagnosed with acute leukaemia in the UK each year, according to Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research
"He was so bubbly. He took his hat off and has shaved his hair and looked very well. He is very positive he is going to beat the illness," said Cowans.
The Bulgarian midfielder's condition was diagnosed after he developed a fever following his team's defeat at Arsenal. The Villa supporters paid tribute to Petrov in their next match against Chelsea, before he started his treatment on 2 April.
"He looked really well and was feeling positive about himself," added Cowans.
"He's got a hard week this week [with treatment] but he is a fighter and will come through this."
Aston Villa, who are 15th in the Premier League and six points above the relegation zone, have taken only two points from their last four matches without Petrov and Cowans wants the team to finish strongly in honour of their captain.
He said: "It has been uplifting and the rest of the lads need to look at that. Everyone is on his side and behind him.
"What we really need to try for Stiliyan is to get ourselves out of the mess we are in at the moment."
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Walked the Clent Hills with the Botham crew, a bit humbling really especially the young kids there who are in the middle of their treatment.
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Just seen on SSN that fans turned out yesterday at the Bulgarian national stadium to show support for Stan. They turned out on the 19th April at 19:00 for 19 minutes.
Great show of support and would have been nice if we could have done something similar at Villa park.
Then again the press would have proberbly said we where protesting about something.
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I wanted to get a support Stan tshirt on the way to the game yesterday. So I popped into the club shop on Witton Lane, under the Holte Pub.
Should I really have been surprised when they told me that they don't stock them in there ?
Our club is a fucking shambles.
Get well soon Stan.
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Wasn't the other shop open then?
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Yes. I bought a shirt for my Dad.
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Does anyone think a half-and-half Villa/Bulgaria scarf would be a good idea to suggest to the club?
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I wanted to get a support Stan tshirt on the way to the game yesterday. So I popped into the club shop on Witton Lane, under the Holte Pub.
Should I really have been surprised when they told me that they don't stock them in there ?
Our club is a fucking shambles.
Get well soon Stan.
It's a small shop with limited space so I suppose they only stock the best-selling stuff.
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I wanted to get a support Stan tshirt on the way to the game yesterday. So I popped into the club shop on Witton Lane, under the Holte Pub.
Should I really have been surprised when they told me that they don't stock them in there ?
Our club is a fucking shambles.
Get well soon Stan.
It's a small shop with limited space so I suppose they only stock the best-selling stuff.
But its (another) missed opportunity.
How many thousands of people pass that shop going into the Holte or the Witton Lane stands ?
I would expect that most do not want to traipse all the way down to the other end of the ground to queue on a match day.
Surely, its not TOO difficult to move a few hundred t shirts into the shop on Saturday morning, then whatever is not sold take them back the the main shop on Saturday night.
A pile of tshirts is not going to take much space, they don't need to hang them out or display them, people know what they are.
Judging by the reaction of the guy in the shop on Saturday, I was not the only one who went in there for a shirt.
Its not rocket science !!!
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Check out some of the small minded, bitter twats on this thread
http://westbrom.com/forum/index.php?topic=7629.0
Not so much the fact they chose not to clap, but some of their reasoning.
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Fuck me that's vile. It's a guy who plays for a club whose fans are making a gesture to him every game until the end of the season. And they call us "Scouse-wannabe grief merchants". Well go fuck yourselves. It's not about the fact that it's Villa, it's about the guy who's getting some support from people associated with the same professional organisation as him. Grow the fuck up, you small-minded, insular, oxygen-wasting perspective-vacuums.
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Apparently we were "hounding him out" until he got sick, too.
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Fuck me that's vile. It's a guy who plays for a club whose fans are making a gesture to him every game until the end of the season. And they call us "Scouse-wannabe grief merchants". Well go fuck yourselves. It's not about the fact that it's Villa, it's about the guy who's getting some support from people associated with the same professional organisation as him. Grow the fuck up, you small-minded, insular, oxygen-wasting perspective-vacuums.
What a lovely bunch. Well said, Monty.
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Apparently we were "hounding him out" until he got sick, too.
Well, for a start, even if that were true, who cares? Some were saying that he wasn't good enough for us any more (some never thought he was, which I disagree with), but that's completely incidental. He's our player, the fact that he's the club captain may make a small amount of difference but it shouldn't really, he's a player at our club, a human being, who has been diagnosed with a very serious illness. If it were a reserve player we'd be giving him tributes every game. Quite apart from which, most people thought he was playing well this season anyway.
What a lovely bunch. Well said, Monty.
Thanks. As you may be able to tell, this has wound me up somewhat.
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They really are fucking scum. I'd have applauded a Baggie in the same circumstances (maybe not if it was Brown or Hughes) just as I did for Muamba on Tues.
As for the "I had no idea they did it" argument. Do they all live in caves or something? I'm pretty sure it's been mentioned occasionally in the media.
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Fuck me that's vile. It's a guy who plays for a club whose fans are making a gesture to him every game until the end of the season. And they call us "Scouse-wannabe grief merchants". Well go fuck yourselves. It's not about the fact that it's Villa, it's about the guy who's getting some support from people associated with the same professional organisation as him. Grow the fuck up, you small-minded, insular, oxygen-wasting perspective-vacuums.
It's about the game of football sticking together,whatever the club,whatever the player,it's about every player and supporter getting behind any player or manager going through hell.We are the football community and we stick by everyone involved in this community!Nuff said.
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When the Albion fan who received CPR in the stand during the game was stretched out we Villa fans clapped him as a sign of respect. (I know a few sang 'let him die' before that)
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Fuck me that's vile. It's a guy who plays for a club whose fans are making a gesture to him every game until the end of the season. And they call us "Scouse-wannabe grief merchants". Well go fuck yourselves. It's not about the fact that it's Villa, it's about the guy who's getting some support from people associated with the same professional organisation as him. Grow the fuck up, you small-minded, insular, oxygen-wasting perspective-vacuums.
What a lovely bunch. Well said, Monty.
Agreed. Horrible scum. And well said, Monty.
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Same Villa fans who gave Ronnie Allen a standing ovation at his testimonial.
Some classless people about.
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Correct me if I'm wrong, but didn't the world have to stop turning when Jeff Astle died?
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the fact that one of them decides the amount of £ he earns as a reason not to be respectful to his situation says it all really >:(
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i dont know where to go with this, we are showing our support for OUR skipper! i personally dont feel that every club has to do so also. i wish i could come up with a valid argument as to why every fan in the land has to clap for the next however long, but i suppose they were not chanting abuse. some of their arguments for not doing so are appalling but what can you do??
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So, the Yam Yams didn't do the applause for Stan, eh? Surely they should all be stoned to death or hung from cranes in public.
I really hate all this public posturing you have to do in the UK. Poppies, minute of applause, flowers in front of the palace. It's worse than fucking North Korea at times.
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So, the Yam Yams didn't do the applause for Stan, eh? Surely they should all be stoned to death or hung from cranes in public.
I really hate all this public posturing you have to do in the UK. Poppies, minute of applause, flowers in front of the palace. It's worse than fucking North Korea at times.
I don't give two shits about about whether or not they applauded. The point is they criticised us for doing it. How in any way is it up to them how we choose to show our support for someone with a serious illness?
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There was a discussion about this on WM this morning. A legitimate conversation about the validity of continuing the applause, not just ours but Bolton as well. Most callers were fairly measured, as was the host, Sandwell fan Adrian Goldberg.
That was until a 'Nose rang up claiming that the reason Villa fans applaud is because they have forgotten how to do it, given the poor football witnessed this season. He was laughing long and loud and the host joined in.
Whatever happens to us this season I thank the lord I don't occupy the same sewer as some of these fucking animals.
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So, the Yam Yams didn't do the applause for Stan, eh? Surely they should all be stoned to death or hung from cranes in public.
I really hate all this public posturing you have to do in the UK. Poppies, minute of applause, flowers in front of the palace. It's worse than fucking North Korea at times.
I don't give two shits about about whether or not they applauded. The point is they criticised us for doing it. How in any way is it up to them how we choose to show our support for someone with a serious illness?
No, the thread posted by Paulie is mainly about them not wishing to join in because Villa fans say they must. And I agree with them.
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Correct me if I'm wrong, but didn't the world have to stop turning when Jeff Astle died?
yes that was after he gave up his lucrative cleaning job to become sports personality of the century.
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Whatever happens to us this season I thank the lord I don't occupy the same sewer as some of these fucking animals.
Yes, just like the Villa ****** chanting "let him die".
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Whatever happens to us this season I thank the lord I don't occupy the same sewer as some of these fucking animals.
Yes, just like the Villa c***s chanting "let him die".
Every single post on the subject has condemned that. How many of that lot have done the same?
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Whatever happens to us this season I thank the lord I don't occupy the same sewer as some of these fucking animals.
Yes, just like the Villa c***s chanting "let him die".
See my FB post aswell as the one on the H&V Page.
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So, the Yam Yams didn't do the applause for Stan, eh? Surely they should all be stoned to death or hung from cranes in public.
I really hate all this public posturing you have to do in the UK. Poppies, minute of applause, flowers in front of the palace. It's worse than fucking North Korea at times.
I don't give two shits about about whether or not they applauded. The point is they criticised us for doing it. How in any way is it up to them how we choose to show our support for someone with a serious illness?
No, the thread posted by Paulie is mainly about them not wishing to join in because Villa fans say they must. And I agree with them.
Well the only quibble I have with them is the language they couch their objections in. The point is valid, the sentiment is vile. And then they call us Scouse wannabes and grief-mongering. Well, the Villa fans who criticised them for not clapping are overly sensitive and incorrect to do so, but the disproportionate, braindead and moronically hateful responses deserve the strongest possible criticism.
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Whatever happens to us this season I thank the lord I don't occupy the same sewer as some of these fucking animals.
Yes, just like the Villa c***s chanting "let him die".
Every single post on the subject has condemned that. How many of that lot have done the same?
I know. What are "that lot" supposed to be condemning Dave? I don't follow.
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Whatever happens to us this season I thank the lord I don't occupy the same sewer as some of these fucking animals.
Yes, just like the Villa c***s chanting "let him die".
Every single post on the subject has condemned that. How many of that lot have done the same?
I know. What are "that lot" supposed to be condemning Dave? I don't follow.
Did you see the stuff about Scousers?
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Any body who says that about Stan IS OUT OF ORDER BIG TIME!
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So, the Yam Yams didn't do the applause for Stan, eh? Surely they should all be stoned to death or hung from cranes in public.
I really hate all this public posturing you have to do in the UK. Poppies, minute of applause, flowers in front of the palace. It's worse than fucking North Korea at times.
I don't give two shits about about whether or not they applauded. The point is they criticised us for doing it. How in any way is it up to them how we choose to show our support for someone with a serious illness?
No, the thread posted by Paulie is mainly about them not wishing to join in because Villa fans say they must. And I agree with them.
Well the only quibble I have with them is the language they couch their objections in. The point is valid, the sentiment is vile. And then they call us Scouse wannabes and grief-mongering. Well, the Villa fans who criticised them for not clapping are overly sensitive and incorrect to do so, but the disproportionate, braindead and moronically hateful responses deserve the strongest possible criticism.
There are plenty of the latter on here. I am not clapping on the 19th minute any more. It's boring. I shall be thinking of the Syrians and the plight of women in Afghanistan instead.
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So, the Yam Yams didn't do the applause for Stan, eh? Surely they should all be stoned to death or hung from cranes in public.
I really hate all this public posturing you have to do in the UK. Poppies, minute of applause, flowers in front of the palace. It's worse than fucking North Korea at times.
I don't give two shits about about whether or not they applauded. The point is they criticised us for doing it. How in any way is it up to them how we choose to show our support for someone with a serious illness?
No, the thread posted by Paulie is mainly about them not wishing to join in because Villa fans say they must. And I agree with them.
Well the only quibble I have with them is the language they couch their objections in. The point is valid, the sentiment is vile. And then they call us Scouse wannabes and grief-mongering. Well, the Villa fans who criticised them for not clapping are overly sensitive and incorrect to do so, but the disproportionate, braindead and moronically hateful responses deserve the strongest possible criticism.
There are plenty of the latter on here. I am not clapping on the 19th minute any more. It's boring. I shall be thinking of the Syrians and the plight of women in Afghanistan instead.
Well do that if you want. Many others do not place such a quota on their goodwill.
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Whatever happens to us this season I thank the lord I don't occupy the same sewer as some of these fucking animals.
Yes, just like the Villa c***s chanting "let him die".
Doesn't sound like many were singing and they were quickly stopped by our own fans. And widely condemned by anyone with more than half a brain cell.
That lot chose not to take a minute of their lives to show support to a fella recently diagnosed with a potential life ending illness.
I'd take a bet that had the Sky cameras and Tim Lovejoy told them to boing boing for the cameras and make twats of themselves for 60 seconds most of them would have.
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Whatever happens to us this season I thank the lord I don't occupy the same sewer as some of these fucking animals.
Yes, just like the Villa c***s chanting "let him die".
Every single post on the subject has condemned that. How many of that lot have done the same?
I know. What are "that lot" supposed to be condemning Dave? I don't follow.
Did you see the stuff about Scousers?
Have I missed something? It is a 2 (TWO) page thread and Villa fans are called "Scouse wannabes" and "grief merchants". We dish it out to others on a regular basis. Can we not take it?
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Whatever happens to us this season I thank the lord I don't occupy the same sewer as some of these fucking animals.
Yes, just like the Villa c***s chanting "let him die".
Doesn't sound like many were singing
Well, it's not all of Sandwell that is contributing to a tiny thread on a Baggies forum either.
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Whatever happens to us this season I thank the lord I don't occupy the same sewer as some of these fucking animals.
Yes, just like the Villa c***s chanting "let him die".
Every single post on the subject has condemned that. How many of that lot have done the same?
I know. What are "that lot" supposed to be condemning Dave? I don't follow.
Did you see the stuff about Scousers?
Have I missed something? It is a 2 (TWO) page thread and Villa fans are called "Scouse wannabes" and "grief merchants". We dish it out to others on a regular basis. Can we not take it?
Why should we?
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Well do that if you want. Many others do not place such a quota on their goodwill.
Baa!
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Whatever happens to us this season I thank the lord I don't occupy the same sewer as some of these fucking animals.
Yes, just like the Villa c***s chanting "let him die".
Doesn't sound like many were singing
Well, it's not all of Sandwell that is contributing to a tiny thread on a Baggies forum either.
It was most of them not bothering to clap though, and i'd assume most would use the same reasons as expressed on that site.
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Whatever happens to us this season I thank the lord I don't occupy the same sewer as some of these fucking animals.
Yes, just like the Villa c***s chanting "let him die".
Every single post on the subject has condemned that. How many of that lot have done the same?
I know. What are "that lot" supposed to be condemning Dave? I don't follow.
Did you see the stuff about Scousers?
Have I missed something? It is a 2 (TWO) page thread and Villa fans are called "Scouse wannabes" and "grief merchants". We dish it out to others on a regular basis. Can we not take it?
Why should we?
I agree. The Yam Yam ******! But I agree with them.
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Well do that if you want. Many others do not place such a quota on their goodwill.
Baa!
Is that meant to infer sheep-dom on me or on people who applaud in the 19th minute? Or just a good, old-fashioned Melchett-esque noise?
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Texts can have many different readings as I'm sure you know Monty. I will just say that I limit myself to giving my honest opinion about coercive/organised (as opposed to spontaneous) public and collective displays of grief and emotion.
I definitely stop short of facile assumptions and judgement of others.*
* I'm probably bullshitting here too.
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So, the Yam Yams didn't do the applause for Stan, eh? Surely they should all be stoned to death or hung from cranes in public.
I really hate all this public posturing you have to do in the UK. Poppies, minute of applause, flowers in front of the palace. It's worse than fucking North Korea at times.
I don't give two shits about about whether or not they applauded. The point is they criticised us for doing it. How in any way is it up to them how we choose to show our support for someone with a serious illness?
No, the thread posted by Paulie is mainly about them not wishing to join in because Villa fans say they must. And I agree with them.
Well the only quibble I have with them is the language they couch their objections in. The point is valid, the sentiment is vile. And then they call us Scouse wannabes and grief-mongering. Well, the Villa fans who criticised them for not clapping are overly sensitive and incorrect to do so, but the disproportionate, braindead and moronically hateful responses deserve the strongest possible criticism.
There are plenty of the latter on here. I am not clapping on the 19th minute any more. It's boring. I shall be thinking of the Syrians and the plight of women in Afghanistan instead.
I agree. I applauded the first time round, but I think we should give not a rest now and let Petrov get on with his treatment without us bringing it up at every game. There's too much of public grief in football these days, i.e. minute silences etc. I can see why it begins to grate with some people.
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saunders_heroes has reconciled me with the rest of humanity. Thank you!
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And for the record: come on Stan! And everyone else who has leukaemia.
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It's not grief applause though is it. It's showing support for one of ours. I'm surprised people find that giving up a minute of their life every couple of weeks to clap to be too much.
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Texts can have many different readings as I'm sure you know Monty. I will just say that I limit myself to giving my honest opinion about coercive/organised (as opposed to spontaneous) public and collective displays of grief and emotion.
I definitely stop short of facile assumptions and judgement of others.*
* I'm probably bullshitting here too.
I'd agree that if you don't feel the sentiment to be genuine, there is no point in applauding. If you do honestly feel it, however, then why not? And perhaps Stan appreciates it which, from a utilitarian point of view at least, makes it a perfectly fine thing. I agree with people being coerced into false emotional reactions and grief especially - I actually just watched Christopher Hitchens speaking very ill of the late Jerry Fallwell, which was hilarious and totally correct - but if people genuinely want to express support for someone in some public and coordinated way, that's up to them.
And for the record: come on Stan! And everyone else who has leukaemia.
Well exactly.
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saunders_heroes has reconciled me with the rest of humanity. Thank you!
It's only because I agree with you this time! ;-)
Seriously though this has been bugging me for a while now. I was brought up to deal with grief in private etc. I can't bear all this public wailing.
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I know you WILL stick the boot in when you don't agree with me, so it counts that you did this time sir!
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I would sooner show my support to a very sick man facing an uncertain future of pain and distress than for a fit and healthy man without a care in the world scoring a goal or saving a penalty. The former is in the real world the latter is in the fantasy world of professional sport.
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I'd agree that if you don't feel the sentiment to be genuine, there is no point in applauding. If you do honestly feel it, however, then why not? And perhaps Stan appreciates it which, from a utilitarian point of view at least, makes it a perfectly fine thing. I agree with people being coerced into false emotional reactions and grief especially - I actually just watched Christopher Hitchens speaking very ill of the late Jerry Fallwell, which was hilarious and totally correct - but if people genuinely want to express support for someone in some public and coordinated way, that's up to them.
Now we are getting somewhere.
If I want to applaud I do. If I don't want to, I don't.
If people want to "that's up to them". Exactly. No need to be questioning people's goodwill or asking to see just what is declared in the charity section of their income tax returns.
Now, it was great to see the big displays of applause for Stan but once it becomes an official "duty" then it loses the power. Spontaneity is the key for me. If people browbeat me then they can most likely fuck off. I'm sure Stan appreciates that too.
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I'd agree that if you don't feel the sentiment to be genuine, there is no point in applauding. If you do honestly feel it, however, then why not? And perhaps Stan appreciates it which, from a utilitarian point of view at least, makes it a perfectly fine thing. I agree with people being coerced into false emotional reactions and grief especially - I actually just watched Christopher Hitchens speaking very ill of the late Jerry Fallwell, which was hilarious and totally correct - but if people genuinely want to express support for someone in some public and coordinated way, that's up to them.
Now we are getting somewhere.
If I want to applaud I do. If I don't want to, I don't.
If people want to "that's up to them". Exactly. No need to be questioning people's goodwill or asking to see just what is declared in the charity section of their income tax returns.
Now, it was great to see the big displays of applause for Stan but once it becomes an official "duty" then it loses the power. Spontaneity is the key for me. If people browbeat me then they can most likely fuck off. I'm sure Stan appreciates that too.
I knew we'd agree. And I'm glad I now have no reason to question your goodwill, I'm sure you'll accept you seemed slightly flippant before.
The Yams who had a go are still bastards though *winky thing*.
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I think it might be a good idea if you took the rest of the night off.
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Pointless and inappropriate comment deleted. Apologies for putting it on this thread.
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Update (http://www.avfc.co.uk/page/NewsDetail/0,,10265~2751897,00.html)
At the final home game of the season against Tottenham Hotspur, there will be a donor drive as well as the opportunity to sign up for a fun run.
Supporters can join the Anthony Nolan stem cell register by heading to the Villa Park Indoor Academy before kick-off and providing a small saliva sample.
The charity uses this sample to match donors to patients in need of a lifesaving stem cell transplant.
If they do come up as a match for someone with blood cancer, they will be asked to donate their stem cells in a process similar to giving blood.
Anthony Nolan particularly needs young men aged between 18 and 30 to sign up, as they make the best donors yet account for just 12 per cent of the register.
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Update (http://www.avfc.co.uk/page/NewsDetail/0,,10265~2751897,00.html)
At the final home game of the season against Tottenham Hotspur, there will be a donor drive as well as the opportunity to sign up for a fun run.
Supporters can join the Anthony Nolan stem cell register by heading to the Villa Park Indoor Academy before kick-off and providing a small saliva sample.
The charity uses this sample to match donors to patients in need of a lifesaving stem cell transplant.
If they do come up as a match for someone with blood cancer, they will be asked to donate their stem cells in a process similar to giving blood.
Anthony Nolan particularly needs young men aged between 18 and 30 to sign up, as they make the best donors yet account for just 12 per cent of the register.
this is very good cause, i would also say that being a blood donor is very important too. replenishing red blood cell count is important when anaemic. even though you never lose blood(ie in an accident or injury) you existing levels need topping up. during my leukaemia treatment i had about 25 pints of blood extra. very important in your recovery
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Good to see several Villa players adding to the sponsorship of 'pedal for Petrov'. It's up to about £26,000 and they're going for £250,000.
Hope that there will be some more donations from the awards evening, tonight.
http://www.justgiving.com/pedalforpetrov
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Does anyone know where you can buy a Support Stan t-shirt online in an adult size? I can only find kids ones on the club shop website (http://www.astonvilladirect.com/stores/astonvilla/products/product_details.aspx?pid=109738&cid=28705&tid=0).
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I can only add my best wishes to Stan and wish him a full recovery. I've got to know a few Lukaemia sufferers recently so have some insight into the condition. He's going to have a lengthy treatment process and his prospects will depend on any other health issues he might have and how soon they've caught it but I imagine both, along whith is his age and fitness, are in his favour. That said it's probably a 12 month process between diagnosis and being back to full health.
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Regarding the Albion fans, some did join in with the clapping. Loads more probably would if it were not for the kind of mob mentality that exist among supporters. Sometimes people try too hard to be a rival supporter. At least they didn't boo or jeer throughout it or try to drown it out. You could read that as being as respectful as the ring-leaders wanted to get.
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Just heard that Jody Craddock of Wolves youngest son has been diagnosed with leukaemia. Thoughts are with him and his family.
Tweeted by Ian Taylor
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Just heard that Jody Craddock of Wolves youngest son has been diagnosed with leukaemia. Thoughts are with him and his family.
Tweeted by Ian Taylor
How said. Get well soon young man.
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Get well soon little man, thoughts are with him and his family
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Hope the young lad gets through it. Get well soon.
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Get well soon. He is only 2 1/2 years old as well. Positive is that the type of leukaemia is ALL and the chances of being cured are 80%. Lets hope this little man is in that 80%
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That's shocking, especially at such a young age. Hope he makes a full recovery.
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Here's to a speedy recovery little man. We're all with you. To his parents please be strong.
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Chin up, little fella.
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How very sad. Poor lad.
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Wishing him all the best. X
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that is frightening news my thoughts are with the lad and his family
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Just read on the Mail website http://www.birminghammail.net/news/top-stories/2012/05/03/wolves-player-jody-craddock-s-youngest-son-diagnosed-with-leukaemia-97319-30896386/ that in 2002 their 4 month old baby son died of suspected cot death. Suspect it's easy to believe some footballers lead charmed lives. They're obviously as susceptible as the rest of us to live's unfair throws of the dice.
I heard an interesting interview on R5 recently with [I think] the new Rotherham manager, who'd previously managed Crawley Town [it may have been neither team, but basically one was in deepest, darkest south, the other was in the north]. He said one of the attractions of the vacancy was being nearer his family. It's easy to forget that some footballers/managers etc don't have idllyic lifestyles.
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Its such a shit world at times, how we should never ever take for granted being happy.
Good luck and get well soon.
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That's terrible news, how on earth do parents cope with this kind of news.
Very best wishes to young Master Craddock and his mom & dad.
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Stan's wall (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-birmingham-17973716)
Where is it?
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Stan's wall (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-birmingham-17973716)
Where is it?
In The Academy.
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Thanks.