The Martin O'Neill thread (with added sacking #2188)

[dave.woodhall]

We talked about BFR and John Gregory for years after they left. It happens. 

[Ger Regan]

Problem is it just comes across all Jilted John, "she's a slag and he's a creep, she's a tart, he's very cheap...". We all know that he left us in the lurch but it's two and half years ago now.

The leaving us in the lurch bit is only part of it for me. Yes it's 2 and a half year later, but now we're finally seeing the deadwood being cleared and us being able to start afresh.

[ozzjim]

I think if anyone ever questioned the ego of the man, this quote should end all debate -

- '"I don't want to sound wildly boastful, but not only am I the best man for the job, I am actually the only man for the job."

Just read this on the BBC site. Amazed there are not a lot, lot more comments about it. Would love a Sunderland view on that level of arrogance. What a cock.

[hilts_coolerking]

Just read this on the BBC site. Amazed there are not a lot, lot more comments about it. Would love a Sunderland view on that level of arrogance. What a cock.

That's not a real quote is it?  It can't be.  Imagine saying that when you're where they are in the table.

The thing is, that's what a lot on here used to believe - that there wasn't anyone around who could do a better job than him.

[dave.woodhall]

Just read this on the BBC site. Amazed there are not a lot, lot more comments about it. Would love a Sunderland view on that level of arrogance. What a cock.

That's not a real quote is it?  It can't be.  Imagine saying that when you're where they are in the table.

The thing is, that's what a lot on here used to believe - that there wasn't anyone around who could do a better job than him.

At the time he was appointed, there probably realistically wasn't.

[hilts_coolerking]

At the time he was appointed, there probably realistically wasn't.

Perhaps, perhaps not.  But they were still saying it three years later.

[WarszaVillan]

At the time he was appointed, there probably realistically wasn't.

Perhaps, perhaps not.  But they were still saying it three years later.

Who are they, the voices in your head

[Risso]

Sorry to talk about another ex manager, but that quote is up there with:

“I know that some people have sought to perpetuate a myth that I am a naturally defensively-minded manager. However, this is a case of certain people not letting the facts get in the way of a good story.  I can ­assure you that my ­appetite for attacking, winning football is second to none."

[Chris Jameson]

Local TV news just showed their next 5 matches after the Reading game, can see them failing to get a single point from any of them, Southampton away is the 'easiest'.

[Andy_Lochhead_in_the_air]

We talked about BFR and John Gregory for years after they left. It happens. 

I still talk about The Doc. 

[Rip Van We Go Again]

I'm more concerned by the emotional state of those on here who just can't let him go. Take his photo out of your wallet, rip it up and move on. It hurts but bitterness is never a good state to be in.

I'll stop feeling bitterness towards him once the after-effects of his time at the club have subsided (which they are only *just* starting to). Deal?

Problem is it just comes across all Jilted John, "she's a slag and he's a creep, she's a tart, he's very cheap...". We all know that he left us in the lurch but it's two and half years ago now.

We still talk about Andy Gray and Steve Hodge from time to time.
Maybe it's just that we're revelling in his current misfortune. Basically being as spiteful and hateful as he was when he fucked off at the start of a new season.

[Legion]

Five days before. Contemptible bastard.

[villan1975]

Just read this on the BBC site. Amazed there are not a lot, lot more comments about it. Would love a Sunderland view on that level of arrogance. What a cock.

That's not a real quote is it?  It can't be.  Imagine saying that when you're where they are in the table.

The thing is, that's what a lot on here used to believe - that there wasn't anyone around who could do a better job than him.

Sounds more like fake confidence to me. Seems to me he is coming apart at the seams. He will keep them up then leave to become a TV pundit.

[Rip Van We Go Again]

We'll stop talking about him when he get's the brass tack from Sunderland, he'll retire then so we'll (hopefully) never hear from him again.
Unless he tries to do his piss weak Clough impersonation as a pundit on BBC.

His journo cabal will then write glowing tributes that would make Alex Ferguson blush.

[Davey B]

I think if anyone ever questioned the ego of the man, this quote should end all debate -

- '"I don't want to sound wildly boastful, but not only am I the best man for the job, I am actually the only man for the job."

Just read this on the BBC site. Amazed there are not a lot, lot more comments about it. Would love a Sunderland view on that level of arrogance. What a cock.

He's right Jim.  There's a view from Sunderland.