Beau Peep Notice Board => Outpourings => Topic started by: Malc on February 04, 2009, 12:15:09 PM
Title: Fowler to Oz?
Post by: Malc on February 04, 2009, 12:15:09 PM
It's been reported in the Australian football press (haven't checked the UK press yet) that Robbie Fowler is coming to play for one of our "A" League's brand new clubs, the North Queensland Fury.
We have had "guest" players here occasionally, but they only stay a few games, pick up the dosh, then disappear. I believe Dwight Yorke stayed a full season, and he was class. Robbie Fowler will have a phenomenal effect on the league, you won't believe the increase in ground attendances when he plays, that's how much this country needs players of real ability.
Title: Re: Fowler to Oz?
Post by: Zesty White on February 04, 2009, 02:16:56 PM
I was astounded to hear that Ian Ferguson was the manager of Queensland Fury. I didnt realise he was still involved in the game over there, but then the only info we ever get about Australian football is when a former Premiership player heads out for a swansong in the sun. Perhaps some kind of mass exchange program with European and Australian clubs might improve the following in a more permanent way.
What is the Australian public opinion regarding the 2018/2022 world cup bid? Is it popular? Sepp Blatter seems keen for it go down under (which means it'll probably happen due to his cronies voting for what he wants) so it may well be successful.
Title: Re: Fowler to Oz?
Post by: peter on February 04, 2009, 03:05:18 PM
Robbie fowler was past his sell by date two years ago. he could not hack it in divs 2
Title: Re: Fowler to Oz?
Post by: peter on February 04, 2009, 03:57:17 PM
Robbie Fowler was over the hill two seasons ago he was not good enough for our second division
Title: Re: Fowler to Oz?
Post by: Tarquin Thunderthighs lll on February 04, 2009, 05:37:54 PM
Heard you the first time, Peter.
Title: Re: Fowler to Oz?
Post by: The Peepmaster on February 04, 2009, 06:00:07 PM
He didn't do much when he went to Cardiff, then Paul Ince at Blackburn signed him, but no trees were pulled up there.
He was a talented player at one time, but lots of people move to Oz once they're over the hill, and not just in football.
Title: Re: Fowler to Oz?
Post by: Roger Kettle on February 04, 2009, 08:05:07 PM
At his peak, Fowler was an awesome talent and, without question, the most natural goalscorer in England. Before he went to Cardiff, he was desperate to sign for Rangers (he used to go to their games at every opportunity) but they decided to knock him back. I suppose that says a lot about his fitness levels but, if he can get himself together, I still back him to be a huge success in Australia.
Title: Re: Fowler to Oz?
Post by: Malc on February 04, 2009, 11:33:17 PM
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lots of people move to Oz once they're over the hill, and not just in football.
Hey! I'm like the convicts. I didn't even WANT to come to Australia. >:(
Title: Re: Fowler to Oz?
Post by: The Peepmaster on February 04, 2009, 11:47:33 PM
without question, the most natural goalscorer in England
Steve Bull was the most natural goalscorer ever, in England. >:(
Why was Steve Bull never signed for a top division club? When I was a youngster I used to marvel at his goal scoring record which I kept up to date with in Shoot magazine. Then he scored for England against Scotland in the Rous cup in 1989 and I didnt like him anymore.
Title: Re: Fowler to Oz?
Post by: The Peepmaster on February 05, 2009, 02:51:49 PM
Stephen George Bull MBE was playing in the THIRD division at the time. An utter joy to watch, and I was privileged to be a season ticket holder at the Molineux at that time. He banged in both goals against Czechoslovakia too, and earned his place in the World Cup squad. If only they'd played him more whilst out there!
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steve_Bull
Title: Re: Fowler to Oz?
Post by: Tarquin Thunderthighs lll on February 05, 2009, 03:18:04 PM
The boy done well, but he was no Ronnie Corbett, was he? Be honest!
Title: Re: Fowler to Oz?
Post by: The Peepmaster on February 05, 2009, 10:23:59 PM
Here's a question for you.
What is the connection between Steve Bull and Mince?
Title: Re: Fowler to Oz?
Post by: Roger Kettle on February 05, 2009, 10:30:25 PM
You make mince from bulls? Neither of them has played for a decent football team? They've both got silly names? You love them both?
Title: Re: Fowler to Oz?
Post by: The Peepmaster on February 05, 2009, 10:37:17 PM
Hey - You make Mince from Bulls is good!
Not sure about the others... :\
The proper answer is that Spag Bol is Bully's favourite meal, (and it's made from mince!).
Title: Re: Fowler to Oz?
Post by: Malc on February 05, 2009, 11:14:24 PM
I do agree that Steve Bull's England career is one of the great stories of football. I heard he was offered big contracts with major clubs but turned them down to stay with Wolves.
A real Alf Tupper.
Title: Re: Fowler to Oz?
Post by: Fyodor on February 06, 2009, 10:23:11 AM
In my usual thread-closing way, I offer the name of Hot Shot Hamish.
Title: Re: Fowler to Oz?
Post by: Fyodor on February 07, 2009, 09:54:23 AM
As I thought; a self foolfilling prophecy.
Title: Re: Fowler to Oz?
Post by: Roger Kettle on February 07, 2009, 10:09:04 AM