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I have pleasure in saying that I had the joy of watching the Liverpool Chelsea match in the warm climate that is Mallorca on Tuesday night, whilst supping a cold beer or two.  Although not a classic, it had a bit of everything and kept me and a few locals entertained for a couple of hours.  For the life of me though I have no idea what Riise was doing and I’m sure his team mates and manager are wondering the same thing too.

You can say that it was on his right foot and he is left footed.  Two things though.  Firstly, even if he is left footed he only had to stick his right foot out and knock it over the line.  The worst thing that could have have happened is he might have spooned it into his own net….

Secondly, how can a player earning thousands of pounds a week in what is supposed to be the best league in the world, not be able to use both feet - even just a little bit?

Anyway, what the nugget has done is make it an interesting second leg, which I am already looking forward to.

I missed the Manchester United Barcelona match despite the best efforts of our pilot, who got us back 30 mins ahead of schedule and despite or bags being the first out - has that EVER happened before?

However, we were home in time for the highlights and much as I hate to say it Ronaldo/United were robbed.  The penalty he was given was probably the least obvious of the 3 and unfortunately I suspect his reputation preceded him on the other 2 claims.  But you reap what you sow!

Anyway, both sides will now fancy their chances and an early goal from Barca will lead to a great night of football.  Thankfully up to press I am around for both games next week, although sadly will be watching in the living room in Harrogate rather than a bar in Mallorca!