I was at Stamford Bridge on Sunday and like many of Monday's newspapers I was really interested in what Sir Alex Ferguson had to say, only I'm talking pre-match not post.
An hour before the kick-off in one of the most important games in United's season Sir Alex invited three soldiers into our interview room.
The servicemen were there as part of The Remembrance Day Parade and were thrilled to meet Fergie. He was generous with his time, listened intently to their stories and was full of admiration for their courage.
Trapattoni: Disciplined
I know Sir Alex often delivers the most frightening of tongue lashings to whoever he feels deserves it but he also just as regularly offers comfort and support to folk he feels are equally deserving.
After the defeat the champions now trail Chelsea by five points and that is reflected in their price of 10/3. If you don't think the boys from The Bridge will be dislodged then a finishing tri-cast could be for you. Chelsea first followed by Utd and then The Gooners is 3/1.
I know Sir Alex often delivers the most frightening of tongue lashings to whoever he feels deserves it but he also just as regularly offers comfort and support to folk he feels are equally deserving
Geoff Shreeves
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On the international scene this week the game that interests me the most is Republic of Ireland against France. The French are 6/4 favourites with The Republic priced at 13/8.
I like the way Trapattoni has moulded his side and his firm discipline reminds me of Fabio Capello and England. I fancy them not necessarily to win on the night but to go through at 5/2. Remember, all the pressure is on France. Same for us punters, it's all about holding your nerve.
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Tomas Keane says...
Good on you Geoff! I have even greater faith now you have given your vote of confiedence. You very rarely call it wrong and I hope this time is no exception! Come on you boys in green!!!
Posted 10:57 13th November 2009
Tony Reavey says...
I really hope Geoff is right about Ireland going through. France like many teams always seem to scrape through, so i hope this is one time too many and they can't get Dommenech out of another hole. C'mon you boys in Green
Posted 21:25 10th November 2009
Ryan Williams says...
i think refs should get some kind of punisment for making so many mistakes in one game if footballers get punished for fouls so should the refs for making mistakes
Posted 18:26 10th November 2009
Andy Graydon says...
If the mighty Geoff Shreeves believes in us there is no way we can fail. COME ON YOU BOYS IN GREEN
Posted 18:20 10th November 2009
Tomas Fleming says...
COME ON IRELAND
Posted 16:21 10th November 2009
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