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Chelsea champs versus Mighty Clarets
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 11:38 am
by IanMcL
It's here. The start to a new season for our Mighty Clarets.
Team and fans locked together in harmony and common purpose.
The news of Madge resigning had been met with relief from Sean Dyche and the squad. They know everything is now in place for a great start.
I am off to the match now, so have a great one, everyone.
Come on you Clarets!
Re: Chelsea champs versus Mighty Clarets
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 11:40 am
by IndigoLake
IanMcL wrote:The news of Madge resigning had been met with relief from Sean Dyche and the squad. They know everything is now in place for a great start.
The difference between success and failure this season? A hyphen.
I do hope Made is not resigning
But seriously, enjoy the game today. Can't wait!
Re: Chelsea champs versus Mighty Clarets
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 11:42 am
by IanMcL
Holycustard tells me her hythen is in place - at least I think that's what he said!
Re: Chelsea champs versus Mighty Clarets
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 11:43 am
by Paul Waine
IanMcL wrote:It's here. The start to a new season for our Mighty Clarets.
Team and fans locked together in harmony and common purpose.
The news of Madge resigning had been met with relief from Sean Dyche and the squad. They know everything is now in place for a great start.
I am off to the match now, so have a great one, everyone.
Come on you Clarets!
Hi Ian, I've seen the other post. I know you mean that Madge has re-signed - and has not "done a runner" and resigned.
Leaving now for first game of the season - from South West London.
3 points will be fantastic.
UTC
Re: Chelsea champs versus Mighty Clarets
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 12:03 pm
by piston broke
Mrs Broke has invited a house full around this afternoon. I'm going to be totally rude and watch my beloved Clarets live on Sky Ireland.
They can enjoy watching me bouncing around the place at 5pm when we walk off with 3 points.
Re: Chelsea champs versus Mighty Clarets
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 12:06 pm
by IndigoLake
Just checked and see the game is on the TV here so I'm pretty damn excited now. COYC!
Re: Chelsea champs versus Mighty Clarets
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 12:40 pm
by piston broke
IndigoLake wrote:Just checked and see the game is on the TV here so I'm pretty damn excited now. COYC!
Being a new husband have you not got housework to do?
Re: Chelsea champs versus Mighty Clarets
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 12:44 pm
by IndigoLake
piston broke wrote:Being a new husband have you not got housework to do?
Haha, I've done the washing up and that's my lot done
I'm nagging her to make lunch soon. I'm hungry.
Re: Chelsea champs versus Mighty Clarets
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 12:51 pm
by piston broke
IndigoLake wrote:Haha, I've done the washing up and that's my lot done
I'm nagging her to make lunch soon. I'm hungry.
Is that tapas the time?
Re: Chelsea champs versus Mighty Clarets
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 12:52 pm
by Tribesmen
Afternoon all great to be back i must say .
Well a dry and partly sunny day here in Galway which is a good start , lets hope we have something like that in West London and the Clarets come away with something .
Re: Chelsea champs versus Mighty Clarets
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 1:07 pm
by HatfieldClaret
In the white horse asking all the ladies if they are Madge.
No luck yet. I'll keep looking.
Re: Chelsea champs versus Mighty Clarets
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 1:18 pm
by Wexford_Claret
Well, here we go again...
I'm sure there'll be some good days and some bad days this season, but right now I'm just happy I've got football to keep me busy once more!
COYC!
Re: Chelsea champs versus Mighty Clarets
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 1:20 pm
by Longside4evr
Tuning in from sunny Malaga off to the Lounge bar shortly 3 points would be a Monmouth task but doable early pickings a point would be also called
COYC
Re: Chelsea champs versus Mighty Clarets
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 1:22 pm
by KateR
It's been a long time coming but so looking forward to it
Re: Chelsea champs versus Mighty Clarets
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 1:24 pm
by HelloHiGoodbye
2-0 to Burnley at an absolute canter. We'll be safe by Christmas, in the Europa League next season.
Re: Chelsea champs versus Mighty Clarets
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 1:28 pm
by FactualFrank
Liverpool getting off to another flying start to the season. Down 2-1 at Watford. I actually think Watford will do ok this season. I like their manager, think he's a goodun.
Re: Chelsea champs versus Mighty Clarets
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 1:32 pm
by derryclaret
Afternoon all from a pleasant day in Derry, like everyone else it's great to be back for what will undoubtedly be a rollercoaster of a season, but one which we can not only survive but improve on, starting today 1-1. UTC!!
Re: Chelsea champs versus Mighty Clarets
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 1:34 pm
by Vegas Claret
free hit today for the Clarets, there is always an upset on the first day of the season, lets hope we can send Conte into a complete meltdown
Re: Chelsea champs versus Mighty Clarets
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 1:37 pm
by starting_11
Free hit how?
Do points not matter this season you ******* idiot?
Re: Chelsea champs versus Mighty Clarets
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 1:39 pm
by FactualFrank
There already is an upset at the moment, Vegas. See post #16.
But I agree with what you say, it's arguably going to be our hardest fixture of the entire season - might as well get it over with early!
Re: Chelsea champs versus Mighty Clarets
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 1:52 pm
by iluva64
Hi from Porto where it's a very nice 30deg
Come on Madge lead us forth.......
Glued to iPad. UTC
Re: Chelsea champs versus Mighty Clarets
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 1:59 pm
by Stevebfc40
Hello from Verona where it is lashing it down
Re: Chelsea champs versus Mighty Clarets
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 2:02 pm
by BFCmaj
Burnley
1Heaton
2Lowton
6Mee
5Tarkowski
23Ward
17Berg Gudmundsson
13Hendrick
16Defour
4Cork
12Brady
9Vokes
Substitutes
3Taylor
10Barnes
18Westwood
19Walters
28Long
29Pope
37Arfield
Re: Chelsea champs versus Mighty Clarets
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 2:03 pm
by BFCmaj
Chelsea
13Courtois
2Rüdiger
30David Luiz
24Cahill
28Azpilicueta
7Kanté
4Fàbregas
3Alonso
22Willian
38Boga
23Batshuayi
Substitutes
1Caballero
9Morata
16Kenedy
17Musonda
27Christensen
31Tomori
36Scott
Re: Chelsea champs versus Mighty Clarets
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 2:04 pm
by Wexford_Claret
Just seen Pawson's referee...
Uh oh!
Re: Chelsea champs versus Mighty Clarets
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 2:04 pm
by FactualFrank
No surprises really. It does look a very strong midfield.
Re: Chelsea champs versus Mighty Clarets
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 2:04 pm
by FactualFrank
Wexford_Claret wrote:Just seen Pawson's referee...
Uh oh!
Poor, biassed or both?
Re: Chelsea champs versus Mighty Clarets
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 2:05 pm
by BFCmaj
Options on the bench as well.
Re: Chelsea champs versus Mighty Clarets
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 2:09 pm
by Rick_Muller
Already look stronger without having to accommodate Dre...
Re: Chelsea champs versus Mighty Clarets
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 2:12 pm
by IndigoLake
It's a decent lineup. I'd hope we'll see a bit more of the ball with such a formation or at the very least remain our usual compact selves.
Re: Chelsea champs versus Mighty Clarets
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 2:13 pm
by KateR
Watching Watford, and Gray. Strange game and expect several strange matches/results for the opening weekend. How different is the real thing from preseason!'
Mignolet looking like a deer in headlights on so many occasions!!
Re: Chelsea champs versus Mighty Clarets
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 2:15 pm
by Jimmymaccer
Afternoon from a sunny Isle of Man........come on yoooooo Clarets!
Re: Chelsea champs versus Mighty Clarets
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 2:15 pm
by 1914tyrone
451 and a very creative midfield
Looks a real strong bench too
UTC
Re: Chelsea champs versus Mighty Clarets
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 2:15 pm
by Murger
Decent lineup that. Love that Defour is back in favour.
Re: Chelsea champs versus Mighty Clarets
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 2:16 pm
by TomtheClaret
No Bardsley on bench?
Re: Chelsea champs versus Mighty Clarets
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 2:17 pm
by Wexford_Claret
FactualFrank wrote:Poor, biassed or both?
****poor, lad!
Re: Chelsea champs versus Mighty Clarets
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 2:18 pm
by IndigoLake
TomtheClaret wrote:No Bardsley on bench?
I think Bardsley is a little behind on fitness (I seem to remember Dyche mentioning something along those lines). So I guess he misses out at least for this game.
Re: Chelsea champs versus Mighty Clarets
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 2:19 pm
by FactualFrank
Wexford_Claret wrote:****poor, lad!
Chelsea to get a penalty, then. You know what they're like.
Re: Chelsea champs versus Mighty Clarets
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 2:20 pm
by Vegas Claret
Re: Chelsea champs versus Mighty Clarets
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 2:21 pm
by KefkaClaret
That bench looks very weak
Re: Chelsea champs versus Mighty Clarets
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 2:21 pm
by Dyched
Could well struggle against that midfield today. So much talent in there. How will kante and cesc cope?
Come on Burnley
28" Mee
45" Defour
0-2
Re: Chelsea champs versus Mighty Clarets
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 2:28 pm
by bluelabrador16
Time for some music..
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Re: Chelsea champs versus Mighty Clarets
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 2:28 pm
by starting_11
Why? Would you run off to the internet to give it the biggun' again?
Re: Chelsea champs versus Mighty Clarets
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 2:31 pm
by IndigoLake
Now is not the time for dick measuring, Stuart.
Re: Chelsea champs versus Mighty Clarets
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 2:31 pm
by KateR
Children fighting on here pathetic. Grow up
Re: Chelsea champs versus Mighty Clarets
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 2:32 pm
by KateR
Let's see if D4 can manage a full game, might signal a change, hope he can
Re: Chelsea champs versus Mighty Clarets
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 2:33 pm
by IndigoLake
KateR wrote:Let's see if D4 can manage a full game, might signal a change, hope he can
I believe he did in preseason.
Re: Chelsea champs versus Mighty Clarets
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 2:33 pm
by spadesclaret
Somebody told me football starts today. Are we winning yet?
Re: Chelsea champs versus Mighty Clarets
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 2:34 pm
by IndigoLake
spadesclaret wrote:Somebody told me football starts today. Are we winning yet?
I am from the future. Burnley won 2-1.
Re: Chelsea champs versus Mighty Clarets
Posted: Sat Aug 12, 2017 2:36 pm
by Dyched
spadesclaret wrote:Somebody told me football starts today. Are we winning yet?
If you see my post Ben Mee is due to score at precisely 3.28.
Just under an hour to wait
