davieG Posted 28 January 2016 Share Posted 28 January 2016 Former England and Aston Villa striker Darius Vassell has announced his retirement at the age of 35. The Sutton Coldfield-born player, who had been without a club since 2012, earned 22 England caps, scoring six goals, during the reign of manager Sven-Goran Eriksson. He had spells with Manchester City, Turkish side Ankaragucu and Leicester after leaving Villa in 2005. In a statement released by his management company, Oporto Sports, Vassell said: "I have enjoyed my career in football playing at the highest level, doing something I genuinely loved, and I felt that now was the right time to announce my retirement and look to the next phase of my life." He will write a book about his career, Vassell said. Vassell played at the 2002 World Cup and Euro 2004. England reached the quarter-finals of the latter tournament before losing in a penalty shoot-out to hosts Portugal, with Vassell seeing his spot-kick saved by future Leicester team-mate Ricardo. Read more at http://talksport.com/football/former-england-aston-villa-and-manchester-city-striker-darius-vassell-announces-retirement#o0PdSzJscL4dsZEe.99 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aus Fox Posted 28 January 2016 Share Posted 28 January 2016 Former England and Aston Villa striker Darius Vassell has announced his retirement at the age of 35. The Sutton Coldfield-born player, who had been without a club since 2012, earned 22 England caps, scoring six goals, during the reign of manager Sven-Goran Eriksson. He had spells with Manchester City, Turkish side Ankaragucu and Leicester after leaving Villa in 2005. In a statement released by his management company, Oporto Sports, Vassell said: "I have enjoyed my career in football playing at the highest level, doing something I genuinely loved, and I felt that now was the right time to announce my retirement and look to the next phase of my life." He will write a book about his career, Vassell said. Vassell played at the 2002 World Cup and Euro 2004. England reached the quarter-finals of the latter tournament before losing in a penalty shoot-out to hosts Portugal, with Vassell seeing his spot-kick saved by future Leicester team-mate Ricardo. Read more at http://talksport.com/football/former-england-aston-villa-and-manchester-city-striker-darius-vassell-announces-retirement#o0PdSzJscL4dsZEe.99 If Vassell is announcing his retirement, nearly 4 years after playing his last game at the highest level, I think it's time I did the same. I have enjoyed my career spanning from Brainstone Trinity way back in the early 90's to my transfer to Old Melbournians FC. It is time I announce my retirement from the dream of playing at the top level. It is with fond memories of playing and everyone being convinced the the old fella walking through the park with his dog was actually a scout from Aston Villa or the Leicester Boys manager piping by as I scored my 4th goals away at FC Burbage. The dream must come to an end, with little in the way of hips or knees remaining. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davieG Posted 2 February 2016 Share Posted 2 February 2016 Barnet sign former Leicester defender James Pearson on non-contract basis - See more at: https://www.clubcall.com/barnet/barnet-sign-former-leicester-defender-james-pearson-on-non-c-1798527.html#sthash.Fjm06Jf6.dpuf Read more at: https://www.clubcall.com/barnet/barnet-sign-former-leicester-defender-james-pearson-on-non-c-1798527.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven Posted 2 February 2016 Author Share Posted 2 February 2016 Barnet sign former Leicester defender James Pearson on non-contract basis - See more at: https://www.clubcall.com/barnet/barnet-sign-former-leicester-defender-james-pearson-on-non-c-1798527.html#sthash.Fjm06Jf6.dpuf Read more at: https://www.clubcall.com/barnet/barnet-sign-former-leicester-defender-james-pearson-on-non-c-1798527.html Somehow I don't think I will bother thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mad Dog Posted 2 February 2016 Share Posted 2 February 2016 http://www.bbc.com/sport/football/35477619 Aberdeen winger Jonny Hayes will be fit for Wednesday's Premiership match against Celtic despite suffering an arm injury from a dog bite. Hayes, 28, was walking his own dog when the attack happened, and was left with a 2cm gash on his arm. Dons boss Derek McInnes joked: "Jonny's been bitten by a dog. There's no truth in the rumour the dog died instantly." He added: "It was a nasty bite, it really was, but thankfully he'll be good to go tomorrow night." Hayes' hand is heavily bandaged as a result of the incident and his preparation for Wednesday's top-of-the-table clash have been disrupted. "Of all the players to bite, it would be a foolish mistake to bite Jonny. It must have been a greyhound to catch him," McInnes continued. Aberdeen can close the gap on Premiership leaders Celtic to three points with a win against the champions at Pittodrie. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The whole world smiles Posted 5 February 2016 Share Posted 5 February 2016 Brighton are on sky tonight, chance to watch Knocky doing his thing for his new club. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simtacular Posted 5 February 2016 Share Posted 5 February 2016 Brighton are on sky tonight, chance to watch Knocky doing his thing for his new club. Should be a good watch! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
filbertstreet Posted 5 February 2016 Share Posted 5 February 2016 (edited) only 5 minutes in knocky is killing it and stockdale is Edited 5 February 2016 by filbertstreet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lestoh Posted 5 February 2016 Share Posted 5 February 2016 First Brighton goal for Knocky, he's ripping Brentford apart. Hope he makes it in the PL one day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AKCJ Posted 5 February 2016 Share Posted 5 February 2016 Knocky scores. He looks a hell of a lot fitter than he did when he was with us. I'm impressed. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Cujek Posted 5 February 2016 Share Posted 5 February 2016 Looks like he his about to light up the championship again! I miss knocky Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
foxfanazer Posted 5 February 2016 Share Posted 5 February 2016 Wish we'd kept Knocky instead of signing Dyer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven Posted 5 February 2016 Author Share Posted 5 February 2016 I miss knocky Wish we'd kept Knocky instead of signing Dyer The quality of the game tells you why we let Knocky go. This is his level. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
foxfanazer Posted 5 February 2016 Share Posted 5 February 2016 The quality of the game tells you why we let Knocky go. This is his level.My point is he's no worse than Dyer so he'd have been fine for us as backup Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob1742 Posted 5 February 2016 Share Posted 5 February 2016 Knocky - 2 man of the match awards in three games. One goal, one assist. Championship too easy for him, deserves a chance to have a run of games in a league above. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baldeagle Posted 5 February 2016 Share Posted 5 February 2016 The Brighton fans reckon he never stops running and chasing down and that he's quick . When did this happen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
foxfanazer Posted 5 February 2016 Share Posted 5 February 2016 The Brighton fans reckon he never stops running and chasing down and that he's quick . When did this happenKnocky used to chase down all the time. Definitely not quick though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baldeagle Posted 5 February 2016 Share Posted 5 February 2016 Knocky used to chase down all the time. Definitely not quick thoughDepending on what mood he was in Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steveherbe Posted 6 February 2016 Share Posted 6 February 2016 Pleased for Knocky, an entertainer, well done lad, and a fans favourite. Hope we dont sell him, there'll be a riot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AS78UK Posted 6 February 2016 Share Posted 6 February 2016 Think he would have been great to have on the bench, someone that could turn a game with a little magic. Worry if we loose Mahrez this summer that we lack that little bit of flair. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stonegold Posted 6 February 2016 Share Posted 6 February 2016 The Brighton fans reckon he never stops running and chasing down and that he's quick . When did this happen Whatever Brighton paid for him , it was cheap , i think you will see him again next season , he has been superb so far , long may it continue Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tuna Posted 6 February 2016 Share Posted 6 February 2016 Think he would have been great to have on the bench, someone that could turn a game with a little magic. Worry if we loose Mahrez this summer that we lack that little bit of flair. We're hardly going to not bother to replace him are we !!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swiper Posted 6 February 2016 Share Posted 6 February 2016 (edited) Nugent with an equalizer for Boro today. Edit: They had RDL at LB instead of RB and he tried to head one clear and it led to Blackburn's goal. Edited 7 February 2016 by Swiper Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davieG Posted 8 February 2016 Share Posted 8 February 2016 TWTD understands that former Watford, Leicester, West Brom and Millwall winger Lloyd Dyer will join the Blues on a deal to the end of the season. The 33-year-old’s contract at Vicarage Road was terminated by mutual consent last week. Birmingham-born Dyer began his career at the Hawthorns and spent time out on loan at Kidderminster, Coventry and QPR before signing for the Lions in 2006. He moved on to the MK Dons for two seasons before signing for Leicester in 2008 and helping them to the 2013/14 Championship title. The 5ft 8in tall wideman moved on to Watford that summer but made only six starts and 10 sub appearances for the Hornets last season, scoring three goals, and went out on loan to Birmingham, where he made eight starts and 11 sub appearances and netted once. Having not been involved at all this season he left Vicarage Road last week. We understand the winger will put pen to paper on a deal to the end of the season on Tuesday. Blues boss Mick McCarthy was looking for an additional left-sided winger even before Ryan Fraser suffered his hamstring injury during Saturday's 1-0 defeat at QPR with Tommy Oar having left Portman Road at his own request last month. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vicki Vixen Posted 11 February 2016 Share Posted 11 February 2016 Fine strike from GTF a couple of weeks ago. One of the main benefits of scoring a 30 yarder is it's a shorter distance to jog back to the centre circle for the restart. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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