Madrid missed a lot of chances. Even Ruud missed a penalty.

Benfica owned Celtic. It was 3-0 but 4 or 5-0 would be a fair result.

Madrid. what can I say.
Lucky pigs (LOL)
The own goal by Bukarest, how pathetic is this.
Reminds me a bit of own goal by Neville against Croatia for English NT.

Robinho was impressive tonight, playing as a left-wing/midfielder. I think Capello found "his place".

Nah ... I missed that part ... (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/unsure.gif)


I'm not saying they didn't deserve it but they played mediocre whatsoever !! They should have known not to let a Dutchman take the penalty (... (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/sad.gif) ...). Helguera should simulate what it is like being in the opponent's half: You don't kick the ball away !! (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/rolleyes.gif) (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)

Anyway ... Robinho was good indeed but he hasn't evolved much in European (actual) football is; was Joga Bonito senseless, he should watch Kaka' more often ... (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/cool.gif)

And here comes the Nelson encomium: (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/king.gif)

Oh my Oh my !! (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/ohmy.gif)

What a player. Attacking wise he's amazing: He knows when to come up (this is very very important) and knows perfectly well how to move (on and off the ball) when he does so (...). Defensively (even though he wasn't actually tested last night) he was good but there is where his fault lies, as he's very slow to come back. He's not slow in speed ofcourse he does it intentionally ... (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/unsure.gif) But this is the least important thing, bring him here and he'll learn from the experts !! (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/wub.gif) (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/wub.gif)

Comparing him to Alves ... I'd say Alves is better right now cause it is defending that comes first when it comes to RBs and he is rock-solid !! I think Alves is the best RB in the world right now.

On the other hand Nélson Augusto Tomar Marcos is better in attack and his style is so f@cking awesome (and incomparable to any RB) that makes me wanna cry !! I wish we had him (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/wub.gif)

Rumours have been heard about Milan's interest before and that makes me exremely happy !! In fact it would be amazing if we got Luisao too: an impressive CB that can also jump and head the ball away in set-pieces ( (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/rolleyes.gif) )

Only, he will have to let go of number 22 obviously ... (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/cool.gif)

This post has been edited by dst: Nov 2 2006, 10:51 AM

@Portugal: Katsouranis was also very good last night (way better than I thought) ... or is it just me ?? (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/unsure.gif) Sure thing is that the Portuguese director had a thing for him !! (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/kissing.gif)

I heard he injured Anderson the other day ... and that Porto wanna sue him or something ... was it that serious ?? He's definitely not a dirty player !! (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/unsure.gif)

Yup. Luisão "was rumored" for Real Madrid 2 or 3 times. Specially 1 year ago. What I think is impressive on him is his spirit. I mean, he can be brazillian but he's probably the true "captain" of Benfica. Well, he gave Benfica the last title (on a air-ball vs. Ricardo , the keeper from Sporting). He's the best CB in Portugal I believe. He's always called for the brazillian NT, he was at the World Cup and now with Dunga. And he's 25 so, not old for a CB.

Nelson is still young (23) and will improve a lot I believe. (He was the MOTM yesterday, btw)

Katsouranis is a very good player. Everybody likes him down here. Benfica is playing in a 4-4-2 diamond like Milan and he's doing a great job. Impressive.

That Porto issue is b/s. It was nothing, only the Porto fans are angry about the fact that their little star (Anderson) will be out for 4 months. But Katsouranis did nothing. Everybody saw and nothing will happen to him, I'm sure.

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For a RB, assist 2 goals in a CL match... you must be good. (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/cool.gif)

yeah, i've never seen him play but 2 assists, that's something

Man stop it ... you make me wanna come to da Luz !! (IMG:http://coolsmileys.net/affection/hubba3.gif)
So is Santos fielding him more ?? Who else is playing at RB ??

Alcides play as RB too. But Alcides is not as quick and can't cross like that. In the other hand, he's taller than Nelson.

But Santos prefers Nelson. At least, at the moment.

This post has been edited by Portugal: Nov 2 2006, 12:10 PM

Oh thanks ...

Alcides is 21. He's Brazilian ... but is he any good ?? I mean is he near Nelson's level ?? I read he's owned by Chelsea !!?


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He's good. Not as GOOD as Nelson. He's more defensive. And yes, I think he's Chelsea's domain.

If you want quality players from Portugal, here's a quick list:
-Keepers: Helton (FC Porto)
-Defenders: Nelson (Benfica), Luisao (Benfica)
-Midfielders: Nani (Sporting), Moutinho (Sporting), Katsouranis (IMG:http://cyrus.medialayer.net/~m1ke/milanfan.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/wink.gif) , Simão (Benfica) and Lucho (FC Porto).
-Fowards: None

The problem of Sporting is that they've a deal with ManUtd for their young players. (Since Cristiano Ronaldo...)

Simão is more like a winger. Not a pure midfielder.

This post has been edited by Portugal: Nov 2 2006, 12:30 PM