Ivan Katalinic's 'tache

By the way, do I need to clap Bale or boo him on his return? Don't want to be out of sync, you know!

This. I'd forgotten about Butters to be fair.

He'd still be in the box for corners; ample opportunity to smash another one into our own net.

Why did he feel that it didn't work out for him at Saints? The formation, the team etc? What did he think of Branfoot's claim that he could improve him & Speedie by 20% at that stage of his career?

And I'd say Daisy Lowe as Chair(wo)man. That's football for ya; opinion divides.

For those who don't think Harry couldn't work with NC, remember he survived 4 years with Daniel Levy at Spuds, a man who also has a reputation as a control freak. He'd probably still be there too if he hadn't let talk of the England job go to his head. I'm still unsure how I'd feel if he returned but what would be certain is that he'd need results quickly as he probably wouldn't have the same honeymoon period as another new man at the helm.

I think you mean steel. BWP and Nathan Dyer added the steal...

@journo_slash on Twitter reckons Adkins would like to bring him to SMS in January. That's assuming Adders himself is still here, of course...

No hint that we've been linked with him but out of contract & training with Man Utd whilst hoping to impress another Prem suitor. Plenty of Prem experience and although getting on could be a decent stop gap until Jan at least?

I know he's probably not Prem class in pure ability but last season, I feel a major part of any defence solidity we had came when Dean Hammond was sitting in front of the back 4, breaking up opposition attacks and generally organising those around him, from the middle of the park. As good as Morgan is, we are sorely missing that this season. Davis is neat and tidy and Morgan covers ground well and passes the ball well but a Deano-style player to protect the back 4 is missing. Cork gave us energy too and will be a major plus when he returns.

The title of this thread sounds like the 'gross out' US comedy film...

What were his targets at the beginning of the season: 1st team regular, international selection, goal tally, avoid getting injured by Guly... Also, is Mr Cortese a nice man?

If he was selected for both, which national side would he pick: England or Spain. Would he go for where he lives or for a better chance of winning something!! Also, does he know when Gaston will be fit?

My 6 year old has been giving the Brighton local kids in his school stick about what division they're in. That's a bonus. We've signed a potential superstar ahead of Spuds and Liverpool. We've looked to attack and not be usual timid promoted team fodder (probably in the knowledge that we can't defend).

Isn't that the AMEX?

We might go down, we might not.

May not be a worldbeater but could offer some defensive nous & organisational ability to our chaotic back line...

You may have already covered it, apologies if so, but what horror stories?

Japanese chap, runs fast, does Purple Archer celebration when he scores. HTH.

Rickie could have 50 goals by the end of the season and not get picked. I don't think older, lower league pros coming into the Prem later on in their career will ever be en vogue.

Early in his career Hooiveld was a left back. An emergency option maybe? Extra height at the back too.

We let in 50% less goals than our last away much. Improving.

Pretty much as the title says, who would YOU pick to play in goal against Everton on Saturday? Personally, I think Gazza has earnt the right to start but I really don't think it'll be long before Boruc takes over. Also, how the hell do I start a poll? I've read the FAQ and I don't seem to have a "'Yes, post a poll with this thread' checkbox at the bottom of the page"...

In recent years, Brighton & Poyet. You'd think they'd won the Champions League. Especially when they released that DVD of their SMS win.

The last player we got from Fiorentina was Papa Waigo. I hope Boruc is better at staying onside.