I had made a typo in the post title (22 June instead of 23) and am pleasantly surprised to see Lemmy allows us to edit post titles too. Better than Reddit already.
One thing that's nice about Lemmy is that we can pin more than 2 posts lol, hence why I pinned the journalist tier guide
That is a nice feature! Will come in handy for rival watch and match threads if we're gonna go that on here.
I'm coming to the end of a week in Madrid, the most common non Spanish shirt here is definitely Arsenal which is really nice to see.
Also, I randomly saw Viggo Mortensen at a café yesterday - I kind of regret not getting a photo, but he probably didn't want to be hassled
Finally played real life football after years. My old group became inactive because of the pandemic. Found a new group, hoping it becomes a weekly thing. I thoroughly enjoyed myself even though I am out of touch.
I need to start playing football. That tummy needs to go
I moved away from my hometown and it's a complete struggle to get together for a quick match. I definitely have to search out a new group nearby.
Been learning more about AI and I had Chat GPT create a Declan Rice Transfer Saga Bingo Card:
- "Arsenal eyeing Rice as key midfield reinforcement," reports @TransferInsider.
- Declan Rice's representatives seen meeting with Arsenal officials.
- "Arsenal prepared to break transfer record for Rice," claims @FootballRumours.
- Arsenal fans flood social media with excitement over potential Rice signing.
- "Rice keen on Emirates move, wants Champions League football," reveals @InsiderNews.
- Sky Sports: Arsenal and West Ham enter negotiations for Declan Rice transfer.
- "West Ham demands £100 million for Rice's signature," according to @TransferGossip.
- Arsenal legend Thierry Henry backs the club's pursuit of Declan Rice.
- Rice's Instagram post fuels speculation: "New chapter loading? 🔴⚪️ #COYG."
- West Ham fans express anger at the possibility of Rice leaving for Arsenal.
- "Arsenal confident of sealing Rice deal within next week," says @ITKFootball.
- Declan Rice's cousin hints at Arsenal move in cryptic tweet.
- Daily Mirror: Rice undergoes medical ahead of Arsenal switch.
- "Rice to wear the number 4 shirt at Arsenal," claims @JerseyLeaks.
- Man City joins the race for Rice's signature, rivaling Arsenal bid.
- "Arsenal lodges third bid of £95 million for Declan Rice," reports @TransferInsider.
- West Ham insists on a bidding war for Rice's transfer.
- Arsenal and Man City engage in a bidding war for Rice.
- Declan Rice's decision delayed as bids continue to increase.
- "Transfer saga close to conclusion, Rice's move still undecided," announces @ReliableSource.
- Sky Sports: Rice considering Arsenal's offer despite Man City's financial advantage.
- "Declan Rice torn between Arsenal and Man City, leaning towards Gunners," according to @InsiderNews.
- West Ham demands Arsenal to match Man City's offer for Rice's signature.
- Official: Declan Rice's future still uncertain, decision expected soon
- Declan Rice spotted at London Colney training ground.
The Havertz signing might cause issues between Arteta and Hale End products. Emile Smith Rowe, Reiss Nelson, Florian Balogun, and Eddie Nketiah's positions in the team are now in question. Haverts, in my opinion, is a jack of all trades but a master of none. Depending on how Havertz is played, at least half of these players will fall a place in the pecking order and might not even be on the bench for CL or PL ties. This could alienate the locker-room if Hale End products lose trust in Arteta, because the signing of Havertz on paper seems to signal that Arteta and the club might have lost trust in them. I don't know how the club and Arteta can say they have faith in the likes of Nelson, Nketiah, and Simth Rowe, but then make such a move. Strengthening the midfield, especially defensively was the key goal in the summer transfer window but what we've gone and got is a versatile striker, winger, and attacking midfielder. Get Rice, Timber, and Lavia done or else the Arsenal are in for a tough 2023/2024.
Havertz is our Xhaka replacement I think. Without him we'd be down to 3 10s which isn't what Arteta wants
I doubt we ever see Havertz at pure 9 ngl, I'd almost rather see Martinelli there
Havertz played the 8 a few times with Chelsea and he didn't have the defensive discipline to prosper in that position. I'd rather have someone like Lavia, Nelson or ESR (if he improves his defense) in that role. My point is Havertz's variability is not a positive attribute. Arsenal need an outright number 9 and an out right number 8, but this is secondary to reinforcing the midfield with the likes of Rice and Lavia.
My wife is headed out of town for the weekend to go to a concert with some friends.
No idea what I'm going to do with myself once I drop her off at her friends car this afternoon.
I still can't believe they did that at the end of the first episode of Secret Invasion
How was the first episode? I kind of dropped off of all the Marvel stuff after No Way Home.
I actually liked it. It really does dive straight into what this arc is about. It's odd but the more grounded movies in the MCU are usually my favorite ones. I loved Winter Soldier and this is one has that kind of feel to it.
Samuel L and Mendo are pretty awesome as usual...but damn Olivia Colman is delightful. Her character is like she'll probably cleave you alive while sounding like your neighborly auntie 😂
But yeah the ending of that first episode is...oh boy.
Quite a quiet news day, and I'm feeling restless... Just bought Stellaris on sale, any tips?
