So I'm starting to catch up with the BPL...
Ok, I must admit I'm quite a late "bloomer" when it comes to watching soccer. I guess it all boils down to the fact I don't really have an all-guys clique since primary school. So didn't get to participate much in the sport except for PE times. Even till secondary or JC. So yep.
However, I'm really starting to like the action and drama on the field. And I thought I should really watch the Sports channels I subscribed on Starhub cable. I've been watching random matches and up till now, I think I'll support Liverpool and Arsenal. I like their playing styles. Previously, I was still deciding whether to support Man U since my cousins are fervent supporters. But I was quite let down by yesterday's match against Sunderland. I thought the match was really poorly played and the defense was atrocious. They were lucky to get a draw on the last minute. I saw a friend put on facebook, "Man U is all about luck". I'm not sure about that. But seriously, last night's match was a disaster. Although I haven't been keeping up with their matches, one match was enough to leave a bad impression. Ok, maybe you can blame it on the fact that Ronaldo's gone, Owen's not around.
So I was watching two matches on Football Channel just now. The first match was Arsenal vs Blackburn Rovers. Very exciting match! I have taken a fancy towards Arsenal's playing style. I thought the passing of the ball was very good and they looked very amiable. They scored a magnificient 6-2 against Blackburn. First half already 3-2. Very impressive match. The next match I watched was Chelsea vs Liverpool. Liverpool lost 2-0 to Chelsea, which was rather unexpected. But the match confirmed that I would NEVER support Chelsea, ever! They were so rough with their playing. And that Drogba guy was super irritating. Just couldn't stand the way they play. Liverpool, on the other hand, appeared more friendly. And they have good skills. The goalkeeper, Reina was absolutely fantastic.
To think back, I cracked a joke with my friend a few years back when he asked me what team I was supporting. Since I didn't watch much soccer that time, I randomly picked Aston Villa. And my rationale? I like Aston Martin's range of sports car, especially the Vantage roadster. HAHAHA. Ok. Now that's hilarious.
Oh. And a recent news mentioned that Singtel had gotten all rights over the broadcasting of English Premier League next year. Damn. That means Starhub cable would lose a lot of sports fans. Soccer fans to be exact. Then again, I also have Singtel MioTV. So, doesn't affect me much for now, unless I cancel the subscription. Dum dee dum.
Now I'm looking forward to my weekly dosage of soccer viewing. =)
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