Greenlantern Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 I've got a lot of respect for Strachan and what he did for Celtic, but every so often at pre/post press conferences he'd make such ludicrous statements that would even baffle the most unornamented of fans. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandomGuy. Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Anyone know what the question he was replying to was? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CityDave Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Mate why are you getting all up tight,it doesn't help you. No reason to, I know its too late to change the leagues this season for next season and in any case it would have to go to a vote, so I have no worry. I take it you are either a Hearts or a Rangers supporter going by your previous posts, you don't seem one to give an opinion readily, what is your take on Strachan's comments?. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craigkillie Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 I reckon what he said is probably a widely held belief amongst a lot of ex-players from that era. I think he forgets that he's "Gordon Strachan - Scotland manager" rather than just "Gordon Strachan - ex-footballer and talking head" when he goes on these programs. It's a load of contemptible shite all the same. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jacksgranda Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 I've got a lot of respect for Strachan and what he did for Celtic, but every so often at pre/post press conferences he'd make such ludicrous statements that would even baffle the most unornamented of fans. Are those fans that don't wear a scarf? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stumigoo Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 What Scotland manager ever has though? Ian Black got a call up playing 3rd division football ffs I totally agree, I think Strachan has shown more contempt than most though and he isn't being very subtle about it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greenlantern Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Are those fans that don't wear a scarf? Fans that find a scarf is only useful for wiping drool off their chin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
haggis pakora Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 No reason to, I know its too late to change the leagues this season for next season and in any case it would have to go to a vote, so I have no worry. I take it you are either a Hearts or a Rangers supporter going by your previous posts, you don't seem one to give an opinion readily, what is your take on Strachan's comments?. His opinion is only that...his opinion. There is no reason to get upset about someone else's opinion...if they think it is correct then you just have to accept it and move on. If this did come to pass I would not agree with it but it would be funny seeing some of the people on here explode with rage,don't you think? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CityDave Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 His opinion is only that...his opinion. There is no reason to get upset about someone else's opinion...if they think it is correct then you just have to accept it and move on. If this did come to pass I would not agree with it but it would be funny seeing some of the people on here explode with rage,don't you think? Except he is the current Scotland manager so people will pay more attention to what he says. But in reality there's no danger of any manipulation of the leagues any time soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Strachan is of course completely wrong. Hibs couldn't have been more shite last year and were still one minute away from survival. The other two let their ego's get in the way of reality and spent money they didn't have to keep up the pretence they were still powerful , and creditors have lost a fortune whilst the only responsibility they've faced is a short time outside the top league. Clearly all three have had it too easy so far, not the other way round. Unfortunately opinions like Strachans are predictable though, we're kind of a big deal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miguel Sanchez Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 "Scottish football" would definitely be better off if Hibs were in the top division rather than Hamilton. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
haggis pakora Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Except he is the current Scotland manager so people will pay more attention to what he says. But in reality there's no danger of any manipulation of the leagues any time soon. It does not matter one jot whether he's the king of Scotland he still has an opinion like every person in this country. If you can't respect that, that is your problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
7-2 Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 I reckon what he said is probably a widely held belief amongst a lot of ex-players from that era. I think he forgets that he's "Gordon Strachan - Scotland manager" rather than just "Gordon Strachan - ex-footballer and talking head" when he goes on these programs. It's a load of contemptible shite all the same. I wouldn't restrict it to just Strachan's era, or ex-players. It increasingly feels like fans of the non-OF clubs are the only people involved in Scottish football that want fairness and genuine competition. Everyone else will only be happy when Rangers International and Celtic are winning everything as that's what 'Scottish football' is to them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chomp my root Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 What Scotland manager ever has though? Ian Black got a call up playing 3rd division football ffs 2 points on this I suppose, Ian Black although a horrible p***k of a man was never a 3rd division player and the other point is I don't care what division boys are playing in, if they're good enough then play them. Carry on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 It does not matter one jot whether he's the king of Scotland he still has an opinion like every person in this country. If you can't respect that, that is your problem. Shite logic. Why don't you respect CityDave's opinion on Strachan's opinion? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
haggis pakora Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Shite logic. Why don't you respect CityDave's opinion on Strachan's opinion? I do.Where have I said otherwise? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandomGuy. Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 I take it haggis pakora is the new resident Rangers troll? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chomp my root Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 I take it haggis pakora is the new resident Rangers troll? Yup. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CityDave Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 It does not matter one jot whether he's the king of Scotland he still has an opinion like every person in this country. If you can't respect that, that is your problem. I've never told you whether I respect his opinion or not, you are merely guessing. Same goes for all the other posters on here, just because they don't agree with Strachan doesn't mean they don't respect his opinion. Given your previous posts on this thread, there's only one poster on here that is clearly not showing respect for the opinions of others. Keep replying Champ, your revealing more about yourself each time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pandarilla Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 I wouldn't mind if he said: 'In terms of Scottish players getting some European experience, I would prefer the big 3 clubs to be in the top division, challenging for European qualification. However...' There is an argument to be made that having the biggest clubs in lower divisions is harmful for player development (its not cut and dried but there is an argument there) - but to think that rules should be bent and broken in order to make that happen? That's just ridiculous. As someone else has mentioned, it shows that he's way out of touch with the majority of Scottish football fans. I find that both surprising and disappointing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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