EPL Gossip Friday October 9th
England striker Wayne Rooney will be “not bothered” if former Manchester United team-mate Cristiano Ronaldo does not qualify for the 2010 World Cup with Portugal. Daily Mirror
It would bug me that’s for sure but can’t really blame Rooney he is wishes to avoid the country who knocked England out in their last two major competitions.
Former Portsmouth boss Tony Adams insists the return of Avram Grant as the south coast outfit’s director of football is good for the club. (Daily Express)
Avram Grant is in a no lose spot here. It wouldn’t be his fault if Portsmouth go down since it wasn’t his fault Pompey every quality player. If he keeps Portsmouth up he’ll be considering a miracle worker.
Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher admits he needs to improve after a start to the season which has seen some of his performances criticised. Guardian
Don’t think many people will be asking Carragher to come back for the National team like they did leading up to Euro 2008 qualifying.
England centre-back Gary Cahill diplomatically said “everybody makes mistakes” referring to Aston Villa boss Martin O’Neill’s decision to offload him to Bolton for £5m in January 2008. Independent
Most likely Cahill wouldn’t be the player he is today if he stayed at Aston Villa but I’m sure Martin O’Neill wouldn’t of sold him given another chance.
Coach Fabio Capello has invited striker Michael Owen – and every other player selected by him during his time in charge of England – to Wembley for the World Cup qualifier against Belarus next Wednesday. Guardian
Almost like inviting your ex girlfriend to your wedding.