I know one thing, Tiago was shite at Chelsea. But then again, good at Lyon. I'm confused.
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Tiago wasn't shite at Chelsea. I don't know why people keep saying he was shite... even Chelsea fans said he played well despite it being his first season in England. It's like people didnt watch Tiago at all when he was there and just listened to rumors and the fact that he didn't always start and ended up leaving to judge him.
No actually, it is my sincere opinion Tiago was not good enough at Chelsea. I watched like 60% of Chelsea games the last 3 seasons (blame it on Canal+) and he was just too slow.
He made me change my mind completely now though, I liked his World Cup a lot and also his performances in CL for Lyon. As for the French league I haven't been able to catch many games.
He made me change my mind completely now though, I liked his World Cup a lot and also his performances in CL for Lyon. As for the French league I haven't been able to catch many games.
Perhaps I can help to banish your confusion.
The answer to your problem is Chelsea FC. Even though they have won 2 league titles in the last 3 years and finished runners-up in the 3rd, you really have to be a student as to why certain players, Ballack, Shevchenko, Tiago, Wright-Phillips (and plenty of others) fail to shine at the club.
In a nutshell, the players previously had, at their previous club, a distinct role mapped out for them by the coaching staff as part of overall team strategy.
For example Shevchenko had superb rapport with his midfield, Pirlo, Gattuso, Kaka and so on. His movement was natural because the Milan tactics were second nature to him.
Compare that to the uncohesiveness at Chelsea where Shevchenko was given third rate service from the likes of Lampard and Mikel.
The same applies to Ballack who had a more clearly defined role in Munich. He has confessed to not understanding the Chelsea style of play and probably deeply regrets his move to the London club.
Tiago leaves Chelsea, miserable because the tactics are second rate, and, arriving at Lyon whose play is similar to the best on the continent. A style he can appreciate.
Remember, Chelsea won their titles in spite of their dreary style, not because they were fluid in midfield and attack. They had a superb defence and relied too much on Robben and, of course, Drogba.
The answer to your problem is Chelsea FC. Even though they have won 2 league titles in the last 3 years and finished runners-up in the 3rd, you really have to be a student as to why certain players, Ballack, Shevchenko, Tiago, Wright-Phillips (and plenty of others) fail to shine at the club.
In a nutshell, the players previously had, at their previous club, a distinct role mapped out for them by the coaching staff as part of overall team strategy.
For example Shevchenko had superb rapport with his midfield, Pirlo, Gattuso, Kaka and so on. His movement was natural because the Milan tactics were second nature to him.
Compare that to the uncohesiveness at Chelsea where Shevchenko was given third rate service from the likes of Lampard and Mikel.
The same applies to Ballack who had a more clearly defined role in Munich. He has confessed to not understanding the Chelsea style of play and probably deeply regrets his move to the London club.
Tiago leaves Chelsea, miserable because the tactics are second rate, and, arriving at Lyon whose play is similar to the best on the continent. A style he can appreciate.
Remember, Chelsea won their titles in spite of their dreary style, not because they were fluid in midfield and attack. They had a superb defence and relied too much on Robben and, of course, Drogba.
Tiago to join Juve, say Lyon
Wednesday 20 June, 2007
French champions Lyon have revealed that Juventus are very close to signing midfield ace Tiago.
The Bianconeri have been paired with the Portuguese star over the past few weeks after the player himself admitted that his time with the Ligue 1 outfit was over.
“We cannot say that a deal has been finalised, but that is only because there are a few details that still need to be clarified,” said Lyon official Marino Faccioli.
“However, we can semi-officially say that Tiago will join Juventus.”
Bianconeri director general Jean-Claude Blanc has also confirmed that negotiations are underway to bring the 26-year-old to the Stadio Olimpico.
“We are working on this operation and Tiago is moving closer to Juventus,” he declared.
The international turned down the offer of a contract extension at Christmas and is valued at £12m by chief Jean-Michel Aulas.
Tiago, a reported target for Milan as well, joined Lyon in 2005 after appearing for Sporting Braga, Benfica and Chelsea.
The midfielder contributed to his club’s record sixth straight League title last term and played an important role in the Portugal side that reached the semi-finals of last summer’s World Cup.
Juventus are also on the verge of signing Empoli star Sergio Almiron, whose capture is expected to be announced shortly.
http://www.channel4.com/sport/football_italia/jun20e.html
Wednesday 20 June, 2007
French champions Lyon have revealed that Juventus are very close to signing midfield ace Tiago.
The Bianconeri have been paired with the Portuguese star over the past few weeks after the player himself admitted that his time with the Ligue 1 outfit was over.
“We cannot say that a deal has been finalised, but that is only because there are a few details that still need to be clarified,” said Lyon official Marino Faccioli.
“However, we can semi-officially say that Tiago will join Juventus.”
Bianconeri director general Jean-Claude Blanc has also confirmed that negotiations are underway to bring the 26-year-old to the Stadio Olimpico.
“We are working on this operation and Tiago is moving closer to Juventus,” he declared.
The international turned down the offer of a contract extension at Christmas and is valued at £12m by chief Jean-Michel Aulas.
Tiago, a reported target for Milan as well, joined Lyon in 2005 after appearing for Sporting Braga, Benfica and Chelsea.
The midfielder contributed to his club’s record sixth straight League title last term and played an important role in the Portugal side that reached the semi-finals of last summer’s World Cup.
Juventus are also on the verge of signing Empoli star Sergio Almiron, whose capture is expected to be announced shortly.
http://www.channel4.com/sport/football_italia/jun20e.html
Tiago to join Juve, say Lyon Wednesday 20 June, 2007
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French champions Lyon have revealed that Juventus are very close to signing midfield ace Tiago.
The Bianconeri have been paired with the Portuguese star over the past few weeks after the player himself admitted that his time with the Ligue 1 outfit was over.
“We cannot say that a deal has been finalised, but that is only because there are a few details that still need to be clarified,” said Lyon official Marino Faccioli.
“However, we can semi-officially say that Tiago will join Juventus.”
Bianconeri director general Jean-Claude Blanc has also confirmed that negotiations are underway to bring the 26-year-old to the Stadio Olimpico.
“We are working on this operation and Tiago is moving closer to Juventus,” he declared.
The international turned down the offer of a contract extension at Christmas and is valued at £12m by chief Jean-Michel Aulas.
Tiago, a reported target for Milan as well, joined Lyon in 2005 after appearing for Sporting Braga, Benfica and Chelsea.
The midfielder contributed to his club’s record sixth straight League title last term and played an important role in the Portugal side that reached the semi-finals of last summer’s World Cup.
Juventus are also on the verge of signing Empoli star Sergio Almiron, whose capture is expected to be announced shortly.
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great news.. juve transfer iscoming thick and fast,,
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French champions Lyon have revealed that Juventus are very close to signing midfield ace Tiago.
The Bianconeri have been paired with the Portuguese star over the past few weeks after the player himself admitted that his time with the Ligue 1 outfit was over.
“We cannot say that a deal has been finalised, but that is only because there are a few details that still need to be clarified,” said Lyon official Marino Faccioli.
“However, we can semi-officially say that Tiago will join Juventus.”
Bianconeri director general Jean-Claude Blanc has also confirmed that negotiations are underway to bring the 26-year-old to the Stadio Olimpico.
“We are working on this operation and Tiago is moving closer to Juventus,” he declared.
The international turned down the offer of a contract extension at Christmas and is valued at £12m by chief Jean-Michel Aulas.
Tiago, a reported target for Milan as well, joined Lyon in 2005 after appearing for Sporting Braga, Benfica and Chelsea.
The midfielder contributed to his club’s record sixth straight League title last term and played an important role in the Portugal side that reached the semi-finals of last summer’s World Cup.
Juventus are also on the verge of signing Empoli star Sergio Almiron, whose capture is expected to be announced shortly.
football_italia
great news.. juve transfer iscoming thick and fast,,
