QPR REPORT: July 2009

Friday, July 31, 2009

Cook's Recovery....Buzsaky Staying?...Vignal Leaving...Marshall...QPR Southampton Squad

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QPR Official Site - COOK GETS GREEN LIGHT
- Lee Cook has been given the all-clear to step-up his rehabilitation following a consultation with his surgeon this evening.
- The 26-year-old midfielder underwent keyhole surgery in May and Head Physio Paul Hunter told www.qpr.co.uk that he is delighted with the results of the scan.
- "It confirmed to us that the operation was a complete success, and we have now been given permission to step up his rehabilitation," he said.
- "Lee is exactly in line with where I anticipated him to be at this stage.
- "I would also like to stress that this is a new injury, and not linked in anyway to Lee's previous surgery."
- "It is always difficult to pin-point a return date following this kind of operation but, needless to say, we will be doing everything in our power to have Lee available to the Manager as quickly as possible."
- Meanwhile, Hunter revealed that injured trio Mikele Leigertwood, Akos Buzsaky and Alejandro Faurlin are making excellent progress as they all look to overcome their respective thing strains.
- "We're very happy with how they're responding to treatment," he said. "They're now at the stage where they're completing functional rehab on the pitch.
- "We will continue to monitor their progress closely." QPR

Dave McIntyre/BBC 606 UPDATE re Cook & Vignal
- All-important surgery on Lee Cook's knee has been declared a success.
- This week’s verdict was seen as crucial for the player, who has been plagued by knee problems.
- And it seems the news is positive and Cook has a realistic chance of getting back to full fitness before long.
- His return would give Rangers more options on the left wing, but the search for a left-back goes on after Gregory Vignal was told he would not be offered a contract following his recent trial.
- Gary Borrowdale is now set to start the new season unless enquiries about a couple of full-backs bear fruit next week.
- And a decision on keeper Andy Marshall will be taken after the friendly against Southampton.
- Marshall, who has also been on trial at Loftus Road, played against Kettering and will get another chance to impress on Saturday.
- It was hoped that Akos Buzsaky would feature against Kettering or Southampton.
- Buzsaky hasn’t been included in the squad for tomorrow, but his thigh strain has improved and he has been cleared to return to full training next week BBC606

BBC - QPR decide against signing Vignal
- Queens Park Rangers have decided not to sign Gregory Vignal following his recent trial at Loftus Road.
The former Liverpool and Portsmouth left-back has been told he can leave French club Lens on a free transfer.
He played for QPR in pre-season friendlies at Wycombe and Kettering but has been told he will not be offered a contract by the club.
Rangers are still giving a trial to former Coventry, Millwall and Ipswich goalkeeper Andy Marshall." BBC

Sky Sport - Buzsaky committed to QPR
Midfielder in dark over Stoke link
By Juha Pal Last updated: 31st July 2009
- Akos Buzsaky has insisted he knows nothing of reports linking him with a move to Stoke.
- Speculation suggested earlier this summer that Potters boss Tony Pulis could be considering a swoop for the Queens Park Rangers midfielder.
- Pulis worked with Buzsaky when the pair were together at Plymouth, but the Hungarian is not sure how much truth is in the story.
- Having spent much of last season on the sidelines with a serious knee injury, Buzsaky is more focused on staying fit and playing well for QPR.
- "I don't know anything about this rumour with Stoke," he told Nemzeti Sport.
- Premier League ambition
"This is true that my former manager Tony Pulis knows me very well and knows what I can do on the pitch.
- "But I don't think that anyone would like to sign a player who missed half-a-year due to injury. After a good season it may be a question."
- Buzsaky added: "I have a three-year-long contract and I would like to stay here until it expires.
- "But sooner or later I'd like to compete in the Premier League and it might be that I must try to reach this challenge at another club if it's not possible with QPR." Sky Sports

QPR vs Southampton
QPR Squad: Ainsworth, Alberti, Agyemang, Balanta, Brown, Borrowdale, Ephraim, Gorkss, Hall, Helguson, Mahon, Marshall, Pellicori, Putnins, Ramage, Routledge, Rowlands, Stewart, Taarabt, Vine.

QPR Official Site - FRIENDS REUNITED
- QPR take on Southampton this Saturday in the final friendly fixture ahead of the start of the new campaign.
- Jim Magilton has seen his men gradually improve as pre-season has progressed, culminating in Tuesday night's highly impressive 2-1 win at Wycombe Wanderers.
- Now the Rangers boss is hoping to see a further step-up in quality when his charges face his former team at Loftus Road.
- "I'm looking forward to this game," he told www.qpr.co.uk
- Southampton is one of the results I always look out for on a Saturday evening.
- "It's a great Football Club, and really it's very sad to see how things have gone down there.
- "But in Alan Pardew they've got a great man in charge who is more than capable of turning things around for them.
- "I expect it to be a tough game for us tomorrow, and it is the right sort of preparation that we need going into Blackpool at home."
- Akos Buzsaky, Alejandro Faurlin and Mikele Leigertwood once again miss out owing to thigh strains while Radek Cerny is also unavailable due to illness.
- QPR Squad: Ainsworth, Alberti, Agyemang, Balanta, Brown, Borrowdale, Ephraim, Gorkss, Hall, Helguson, Mahon, Marshall, Pellicori, Putnins, Ramage, Routledge, Rowlands, Stewart, Taarabt, Vine. QPR

Postings Updated throughout the Day

- AKUTRS Dave Thomas Blog ("Flog") Week #3

- Simon Walton to Millwall?

- QPR Defender Opens Shop

- No Lejsal to Bristol City

- Ex-QPR (Dean) Wilkins Appointed Southampton Assistant Manager

- Former QPR Chairman Bill Power (BP) offers his Season Preview on Vital Football QPR

- Chelsea Awarded Millions in Compensation

- Bobby Robson - RIP

- Reading Interest in Fitz Hall?

- QPR vs Southampton...Southampton Season Ticket Sales

- Ex-QPR Loanee Bob Malcolm, off to Australia

- 1992-1993 Video: QPR vs Manchester United

- Year Flashback: Gorkss and Parejo Join QPR

- Ex-QPR Schoolboy, Michael Bryan now at Watford: Profile/Interview

- Football League Rule re Publicizing Transfer Fees

- QPR Thirty-Five Years Ago: The 1974-75 Season (including video)

- England U-19s Progess vs France

- Livingston Saved...Tranmere for Sale on Ebay...Hearts/Taxes

- Darren Bent Twittering, offers his view

- Brian Glanville on Gerrard Trial (and other), the Wembley Cup, The Erikkson/Notts County Appointment and Crouch to QPR

- Snippet re Briatore/Comment in the Evening Standard.....Another Briatore/QPRsnippet in the Daily Mail

- Blackstock Picks Up a (slight) Injury

- Stern John Signs for Crystal Palace

- Sousa Talks about his Swansea Plans and need for Youth Academy

- Lita in Talks with Sheffield United

- Liam Miller in the Republic of Ireland Squad vs Australia, August 12

- The Growth of Football Gambling

- Fans' Views of Future of the Game

- Some of the Past Official Site statements by Flavio Briatore

- QPR Player Contracts

- Current Promotion Odds

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Football Snippets Friday

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Thursday, July 30, 2009

Football Snippets Thursday....Pellicori Signs....QPR Interest in Lita?...Wycome's Taylor on QPR...QPR Catering

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QPR Report Updated throughout the Day

- Livingston Saved...Tranmere for Sale on Ebay...Hearts/Taxes

- 1992-1993 Video: QPR vs Manchester United

- Blackstock Picks Up a (slight) Injury

- Stern John Signs for Crystal Palace

- Sousa Talks about his Swansea Plans and need for Youth Academy

- Lita in Talks with Sheffield United

- Liam Miller in the Republic of Ireland Squad vs Australia, August 12

- The Growth of Football Gambling

- Snippet re Briatore/Comment in the Evening Standard

Wycombe's Peter Taylor on Wycombe/QPR Game
"...Rangers are a very attractive team, Balanta and Routledge are two lovely wide players who are going to cause defences all sorts of problems..." Taylor/Wycombe

- QPR's Win at Kettering: Reports and Comments

- Wednesday's QPR Report Items re Vignal, Blackstock, Pellicori, Borrowdale, Faurlin, Campbell, Stewart & Leigertwood and Funday Success

- Fans' Views of Future of the Game

- MLS Stars vs Everton: Match Report

- Flashback 40 Years: QPR's 1969-1970 Season

- Some of the Past Official Site statements by Flavio Briatore

- "Ten Most Embarassing Sporting Mothers"

- The Fall and Rise of Scarborough

QPR Official Site - EXCLUSIVE: R'S SIGN PELLICORI
- Queens Park Rangers Football Club is delighted to announce the signing of Italian striker Alessandro Pellicori.
- The 28 year-old, who has been on trial with Jim Magilton's First Team squad for the majority of pre-season, has penned a three year deal.
- Speaking to www.qpr.co.uk, Magilton expressed his delight at bringing the former Avellino front-man to Loftus Road.
- "Alessandro has done well with us during his trial period," said Magilton.
- "He's a natural goalscorer and we're delighted to add him to the already healthy attacking options we have at our disposal.
- "He'll take time to settle over here, but we're really excited by his arrival."
- Pellicori began his professional career at Cosenza, before moving on to Lecce in 2000.
- He made his Serie A top-flight debut in January 2001, before spending time on loan at a variety of Serie C Clubs, before settling down at Grosseto.
- Twenty-two goals in 52 starts represented a very decent return, but he was soon on the move again, this time signing for Serie B outfit Piacenza.
- However, he made just nine starts for Piacenza and penned a deal with Serie B rivals Cesena in January 2007.
- That summer he moved on to newly-promoted Avellino, scoring an impressive 18 goals in 38 starts.
- Pellicori will wear squad number 12.
- *You can see Pellicori's excellent goal against Kettering Town last night, exclusively on QPR Player later today.
- *To sponsor the R's new striker for the 2009/10 campaign, contact our Sales Team now on 020 8740 2588. QPR

Daily Express/Brendan Abbott - TUG OF WAR FOR LITA
-Leroy Lita is at the centre of a tug of war between QPR, promoted Leicester and Crystal Palace.
- Former England Under-21 striker Lita, 24, is a free agent after leaving Reading last season and has had discussions with all three Championship clubs.
- Middlesbrough manager Gareth Southgate is also weighing up a move. Express

Daily Mirror - QPR, Leicester and Crystal Palace battle it out to sign Leroy Lita
- Leroy Lita is at the centre of a tug-of-war between QPR, Leicester and Crystal Palace.
- Lita, 24, is a free agent after leaving Reading last season and has had discussions with all three Championship clubs.
- Relegated Middlesbrough are also weighing up a move for the former England under21 international. Mirror

Football and Sports Arena - Azure hits the back of the net with Queens Park Rangers contract
- Azure, the premier Stadia, Sports & Leisure catering and hospitality specialist, has won a five year contract worth £7.5 million to supply catering and hospitality to one of London’s major football clubs, Queens Park Rangers (QPR).
- Starting in June, Azure will provide a wide range of catering facilities from match day hospitality and retail sales to catering for conferences and events at the stadium. As part of the deal, award winning Elior Chef Rory Thompson, will oversee the catering for the Football League Championship club alongside experienced catering and sales manager, Louise Herridge. In addition to providing catering to the stadium, Azure will be responsible for marketing and selling the stadium’s catering for non-match day use.
- Having played in nearly twenty different locations throughout North West London since the clubs formation, fans hold the current stadium at Loftus Road close to their hearts. The catering facilities provided by Azure will include 20 food kiosks and four restaurants, ensuring hunger is kept at bay for the fans. With average crowds of 14,000 and a total capacity of over 18,500, the team at Azure will have a big crowd to please.
- Ali Russell, Deputy Managing Director of QPR, said: “We pride ourselves on offering ‘best in class’ facilities to our fans to ensure the ultimate match day experience. Azure has unrivalled expertise in the sports and leisure arena making them the perfect catering partner for QPR. We are confident that Azure will deliver great food and hospitality services to our fans - from fast food on the stands to fine cuisine in our hospitality areas.”
- Adam Elliott, Azure Managing Director said of the win: “This is a fantastic endorsement of the efforts made by the Azure team in London and the South East. Securing a contract to cater to a stadium of this size has real strategic importance to us as we continue to focus on building our business in the South East and with leading football stadia. With our passion, dedication and expertise we look forward to meeting the high standards demanded by a stadium such as QPR.”
- Michael Audis, Elior UK’s Chief Executive Officer concluded: “It was only last month that we announced a new deal with the Murrayfield Rugby Stadium in Edinburgh and I am delighted to have secured a contract with another hugely reputable stadium so quickly. It is through our proven and continued excellent work that we continue to build new relationships in the stadia market and with sports venues across to the UK. We are passionate about winning new business in this area and continuing to support the diverse catering requirements of businesses in this bespoke industry.”
- With an annual turnover of over £280m, Elior UK owns and operates leading contracts, concession catering and FM services in the UK and employs 12,500 people. Elior UK is backed by its parent company, Group Elior, number three in the European Contracted Foodservice market, with a turnover in excess of €3.4bn. In France, Elior is the number one operator in the Concession Catering market, and number two in Contract Catering.
- Elior UK Tel: 0845 20 35467 www.elior.co.uk = FASArema

- QPR Player Contracts

- Current Promotion Odds

- "On This Day..." Eight Years Ago: QPR crush Chelsea

- "When Pre-Season Friendlies Go Bad" (Including QPR)

- Flashback: Looking Back Sixty Years to QPR's 1949/1950 Season

- Flashback: The QPR of Fifty Years Ago: 1959-1960

- Flashback: QPR Forty-Five Years Ago: The 1964/65 Season

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Wednesday, July 29, 2009

QPR Update re Vignal, Blackstock, Pellicori, Borrowdale, Faurlin, Campbell, Stewart & Leigertwood....Funday Success

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QPR Report Blog and Board: Updated Throughout the Day

BBC- Vignal keen to secure move to QPR
- Gregory Vignal is hoping to return to English football with QPR.
- The former Liverpool and Portsmouth left-back is on trial at Loftus Road after being told he can leave French club Lens on a free transfer.
- Vignal, 28, said: "I want to come back to England and this is a chance for me to try to do that. I've got to show I've got quality to bring to the team."
- He spent the 2007/08 season on loan at Southampton and had a previous loan spell in Scotland with Rangers.
- The former France Under-21 international is well known to QPR assistant boss John Gorman, who worked at Southampton during Vignal's time at St Mary's.
- "Gregory is a good pro who has been at very big clubs," said Gorman.
- "We spoke and he said he's willing to come here so we can have a look at him, although I don't need to look at him because I know he's a quality player."
- QPR are also giving trials to ex-Coventry and Ipswich keeper Andy Marshall and striker Alessandro Pellicori, who is being assessed ahead of a possible move from Italian club Avellino.
BBC

Dave McIntyre/BBC606- Vignal may fit the bill
- Gregory Vignal will be given another chance to secure a move to QPR.
- Vignal, who is on trial at the club, featured as a second-half substitute at Wycombe and will play in a friendly at Kettering tonight.
- The left-back is well known to assistant boss John Gorman, who was Southampton’s chief scout and later caretaker manager while Vignal was on loan there the season before last.
- Gorman speaks very highly of the player and Jim Magilton is keen to take a longer look at Vignal in action.
- Vignal has plenty of experience of English football, having also had spells with Liverpool and Portsmouth.
- He currently has a year of his contract at Lens left to run, but has been told he can leave on a free transfer.
- The French club are apparently looking to cut costs and Vignal is one of a number of players they are prepared to offload.
- Speaking to Vignal after the Wycombe game, it was clear he misses England and is very keen to return.
- Most trialists fade away pretty quickly but I sense there’s a very good chance Vignal will start the season at Loftus Road.
- He struggled to get into the game after coming on at Wycombe, but should get more time to impress tonight.
- Heidar Helguson, striker Alessandro Pellicori and goalkeeper Andy Marshall will also play at Kettering, and Akos Buzsaky may be involved.
- Buzsaky has been nursing a thigh problem but was due to be assessed on Wednesday morning with a view to giving him a run-out at Rockingham Road, but new signing Alejandro Faurlin is unlikely to make an appearance.
- Marshall is another player on trial at Rangers, while Pellicori is being assessed ahead of a possible move from Italian club Avellino.
- Neither player was involved at Wycombe but both will be playing tonight. BBC 606

Jul 29 2009 London Informer - QPR have the money if Vignal has the form
- GREGORY VIGNAL will soon have a good idea whether he's earned a contract at QPR.
- The French left-back has been trialling with the club and after a cameo in the 2-1 win at Wycombe on Tuesday night, together with being named in the squad to face Kettering last night, boss Jim Magilton will have all the information he needs.
- Vignal has a pedigree back-ground with Liverpool, Glasgow Rangers, Portsmouth and Southampton on his CV, and at 28 is the perfect age to play a key role in the Hoops defence.
- Matt Connolly earned plaudits playing there at the back end of last season, but has always made it clear he would prefer a berth in the centre of defence. And it's clear the other Rs option, Gary Borrowdale, is on, well, borrowed time.
- The former Coventry player hasn't set foot on a QPR pitch as a first-teamer despite Rs shelling out £125,000 to the Sky Blues for him last November.
- Damien Delaney has moved to Ipswich already for close to a £1million, and provided Vignal has done the business at Wycombe and Kettering, the free agent comes at the right price.
- "His wages wouldn't be a problem," an insider said. Ealing Gazette

Ealing Gazette - London Informer/Paul Warburton
Stewart and Leigertwood could stay with QPR until 2012
Jul 29 2009 By Paul Warburton, London Informer
- QPR are ready to offer new deals to both Damion Stewart and Mikele Leigertwood that keeps the pair at the club until 2012.
- The Rangers duo have been coveted by a host of clubs this summer, with the loudest noises coming from Wolves for Leigertwood and Spurs and Newcastle in Jamaican international Stewart.
- Both have only a year left on their contracts, which in effect would be reduced to six months if nothing was sorted by January when the players essentially become free agents.
Wolves were prepared to pay the same near £1million fee for Leigertwood that Rs paid Sheffield United in August 2007 - but boss Jim Magilton doesn't want either player to leave.
- An insider said: "Of course the club doesn't want the double problem of either losing top players in the middle of the season or the transfer fees that go with valuable assets walking out the door for nothing."
- Leigertwood missed out on last night's friendly at Wycombe with a thigh strain, with identical injuries to Akos Buzsaky and new boy Alejandro Faurlin ruling them out of the friendly at Adams Park.
- It's the last of the three that worries the manager most, despite labelling the niggles as only 'minor'.
- Argentinian Alejandro Faurlin, who cost Rangers £3.5m a month ago, is understood to have a tear at the top of his thigh, and will under-go a scan in the next 24 hours.
- Magilton will almost certainly rule the other two out of the only pre-season match at Loftus Road on Saturday as well when Rs take on newly-relegated Southampton....." Ealing Gazette

Ben Kosky/Kilburn Times - Borrowed time... or a second chance?
- FORGOTTEN man Gary Borrowdale is desperate to finally prove his worth after six months of finding the Loftus Road door slammed in his face.
- Borrowdale signed for QPR in a £700,000 move from Coventry midway through last season - only to find himself unwanted by former Rs coach Paulo Sousa.
- Shunted out on loan to Brighton, the left-back's Rangers career appeared over before it had even started - but now he is savouring the opportunity of a fresh start under new boss Jim Magilton.
- "It was a strange one when I came here," Borrowdale told the Times. "I don't really know what happened, but I'm back now and I want to play for QPR and show the fans what I can do.
- "I'm just trying to get my head down - having a new manager is a new chance for me to improve and it's up to me, the same as everyone else, to prove I'm good enough to get in that starting 11.
- "When I went down to Brighton, the objective was to stay up, which we achieved, and it was a good experience. To be playing Saturday-Tuesday, which I hadn't done for about a year and a half, was really enjoyable.
- "A new manager's always got different ideas - certain players might fit, others might not and that's how it always is. Some people like you and some won't think you're their type of player."
- In fairness to 24-year-old Borrowdale, he was by no means the only unsolicited signing foisted onto a QPR boss by the board and sporting director Gianni Paladini last season.
- Having never sought Borrowdale's signature, Sousa was reluctant to hand him a first-team opportunity, preferring to shift Matthew Connolly to left-back to cover for Damien Delaney.
- Delaney's departure to Ipswich earlier this summer left Borrowdale as the only specialist left-back on the Rs' books, but the former Crystal Palace man certainly does not expect that to make him an automatic choice in the side.
-He and Connolly have generally shared the role during Rangers' pre-season programme, while youngster Lee Brown has also been included in the squad at times.
- "Connors played there at the end of last season and did well and I think Fitz [Hall] can go out there if it comes to it, so it's not as if I'm the only one who can play on the left," Borrowdale admitted.
- "If anyone else plays there, I'll give them my support. The way we've been working in training, everyone knows the shape the manager wants to play so, if you're called on, you know exactly what's required of you." Kilbunr Times

Ben Kosky/Kilburn Times - No Dex and no DJ either
- QPR boss Jim Magilton has ruled out a move for Leicester's DJ Campbell as he searches for a striker to replace Dexter Blackstock.
- Campbell, who was born in west London and played for Rangers at schoolboy level, had been touted for a return to Loftus Road after failing to hold down a regular place at Leicester.
- Blackstock's protracted - and rather controversial - £750,000 sale to Nottingham Forest, which finally went through last week, left Magilton with just three specialist strikers at his disposal.
- Italian trialist Alessandro Pellicori has also featured in the Rs' pre-season games and could yet earn a contract but, asked if his shopping list included Campbell, Magilton replied: "Absolutely not.
- "We're constantly on the lookout - obviously Pellicori's come in as well, which gives me more options up front. At the moment we're just having a wee look at him through the rest of pre-season.
- "Adel Taarabt's come in [on loan from Tottenham] as well and again he gives me another option. If we feel someone can add quality to the squad, we'll try and get them."
- But the Rangers manager has made it clear that 27-year-old Campbell, who spent five years in non-league football before breaking into the Football League with Brentford, does not - in his view - come into that category.
- Ironically, Campbell might have been lining up at Loftus Road on the first day of the new season anyway had Blackpool, where he spent a successful period on loan from Leicester last season, been able to match his salary.
- His best season at Championship level came at Birmingham in 2006-07, when he scored 12 goals - the same number that Blackstock managed at QPR last year despite spending lengthy spells on the bench.
- Magilton made it clear earlier this month that he was happy to keep the former England under-21 striker at Loftus Road, but owner Flavio Briatore had been determined to sell Blackstock for some time.
- The move means that Forest have now benefitted twice this summer from Briatore's whims, having already signed goalkeeper Lee Camp for a nominal fee.
- With Jake Cole joining Barnet and Reece Crowther moving to A-League side Wellington Phoenix, QPR are still seeking fresh competition for number one keeper Radek Cerny.
- Andy Marshall, who spent three seasons as a team-mate of Magilton's at Ipswich, is currently on trial at Rangers and is available on a free transfer after his contract with Coventry expired last season.
- Magilton added: "Andy's having a look at us and we're having a look at him. I've got past experience of working with him and I know what he can bring.
"He's an experienced goalkeeper and a good back-up for Radek, but I'll sit down and have a conversation with him soon and see where we go." Kilburn Times

QPR Official Site - FAMILY FUN DAY SUCCESS
- Our inaugural summer Family Fun Day proved to be a glowing success earlier today (Wednesday).
- Over 1,000 Rangers fans turned out in force at Loftus Road, as the feel-good factor ahead of the new season really gathered pace.
- The R's First Team squad, flanked by the entire backroom staff - including R's gaffer Jim Magilton - spent over two hours signing autographs and posing for photos.
- And with the bouncy castle and face painters also proving a great success, both children and adults alike left the ground in great optimism ahead of the new campaign.
- Marketing Manager, Joe Kyle, told www.qpr.co.uk: "We're really grateful to the fans, who once again showed their true passion and support for the Club.
- "They make events like this thoroughly worthwhile and we're all really looking forward to the start of the season now."
- The Club would also like to place on the record its thanks to members of the Official Supporters Club for their support, both in the build up to the event and throughout the day.
- *We'll bring you further reaction from the Family Fun Day on Thursday. QPR

- QPR's Win at Wycombe: Reports and Comments

- Current Promotion Odds

- Ex-QPR John Curtis Joins Northampton

- Season Preview by LoftforWord's Clive Whittingham on Vital Football QPR

- Burnley and Clarke Carlisle Profiled/Interviewed - Carlisle on Ian Holloway "He's a beautiful man, he's very loving and very giving. I'm very proud to have known Ian Holloway."

- Tim Breaker Appointed Assistant Manager of Charlton

- "On this Day..." Two Years Ago: "QPR Chief Paladini to Sell Up"

- "On This Day..." Three Years Ago: QPR Pick up a trophy in Italy

- "On This Day..." Eight Years Ago: QPR crush Chelsea

- "When Pre-Season Friendlies Go Bad" (Including QPR)

- Flashback: QPR Forty-Five Years Ago: The 1964/65 Season

- Flashback: Looking Back Sixty Years to QPR's 1949/1950 Season

- Newcastle Deny Administration Rumours

- MLS All Stars Vs Everton Tonight (Early Thur Morning GMT)

- A Tabloid Apologizes

- Ten Totally-got-it-wrong Transfer Stories (Non-QPR)

- AC Milan/Manchester United Signing Hoax

- "Academy Recruitment Fraud Notice" - Arsenal Official Site

- Flashback: The QPR of Fifty Years Ago: 1959-1960

- Premiership Club-by-Club Transfers In and Out

- "MLS Talent Destined for Bigger Things"

- First Trophy Pick up For Sousa's Swansea

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Football Snippets Wednesday...QPR Open Day and Kettering Today

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For a somewhat different, genuinely cutting-edge, continually-updated, football-only (and obsessively-comprehensive!) news about QPR: Visit the QPR Report Messageboard (and quasi blog)! All perspectives genuinely welcomed!
QPR Report Blog and Board: Updated Throughout the Day

- Today: Fan Open Day and Kettering (who also played a game last night)

- QPR's Win at Wycombe: Reports and Comments

- Current Promotion Odds

- Ex-QPR John Curtis Joins Northampton

- Burnley and Clarke Carlisle Profiled/Interviewed - Carlisle on Ian Holloway "He's a beautiful man, he's very loving and very giving. I'm very proud to have known Ian Holloway."

- Tim Breaker Appointed Assistant Manager of Charlton

- "On this Day..." Two Years Ago: "QPR Chief Paladini to Sell Up"

- "On This Day..." Three Years Ago: QPR Pick up a trophy in Italy

- "On This Day..." Eight Years Ago: QPR crush Chelsea

- "When Pre-Season Friendlies Go Bad" (Including QPR)

- Flashback: QPR Forty-Five Years Ago: The 1964/65 Season

- Flashback: Looking Back Sixty Years to QPR's 1949/1950 Season

- Newcastle Deny Administration Rumours

- MLS All Stars Vs Everton Tonight (Early Thur Morning GMT)

- A Tabloid Apologizes

- Ten Totally-got-it-wrong Transfer Stories (Non-QPR)

- AC Milan/Manchester United Signing Hoax

- "Academy Recruitment Fraud Notice" - Arsenal Official Site

- Flashback: The QPR of Fifty Years Ago: 1959-1960

- Premiership Club-by-Club Transfers In and Out

- "MLS Talent Destined for Bigger Things"

- First Trophy Pick up For Sousa's Swansea

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Tuesday, July 28, 2009

QPR Win at Wycombe: Reports and Comments

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Wycombe 1 QPR 2

QPR Official Site - MAGILTON: MUCH, MUCH BETTER

Jim Magilton wore a wide smile after seeing his Rangers side cruise to a pre-season friendly victory against Wycombe Wanderers tonight (Tuesday).

Goals from Gavin Mahon and Patrick Agyemang put the R's in front, and although the Chairboys pulled a late goal back courtesy of Luke Oliver, Rangers were in the ascendancy from the first minute to the last and thoroughly deserved the win.

Speaking exclusively to www.qpr.co.uk, Magilton said: "I think we raised it a level tonight.

"We scored two good goals, but our overall play was fantastic at times.

"We restricted them to very few chances of note and the only real disappointment was conceding late on.

"We want to pride ourselves on keeping clean sheets, but the changes disrupted us again, so I have to accept that."

Magilton added: "The work rate was great.

"We've come through injury free again and , since day one, the attitude of the players and their application has been first class."

Despite naming the same starting XI for the second match in a row, Magilton insists nothing is set in stone for the opening day of the new campaign.

"You can read into what you want," he said.

"There's another fixture tomorrow night when other lads will have a chance to impress - that's what pre-season is all about.

"There's great competition for places and that can only be healthy for the Football Club." http://www.qpr.co.uk/page/TheGaffer/0,,10373~1736292,00.html

QPR Official Site - WYCOMBE 1, QPR 2
- Rangers eased to victory at Adams Park, with the final 2-1 scoreline totally flattering the hosts.

Two goals inside the opening nine minutes from, first Gavin Mahon, and then Patrick Agyemang, saw the R's coast into a two goal lead, and but for the heroics of Jamie Young in the Chairboys goal, Jim Magilton's men would have been out of sight at the break.

The R's continued to dominate proceedings in the second period, with some fine free-flowing forward play leaving their opponents chasing shadows.

Wycombe, to their credit, briefly rallied when Luke Oliver struck from six-yards with just seven minutes remaining, but Rangers finished in the ascendancy, to the delight of the travelling 1,200-plus R's faithful.

Magilton was good to his word and selected a strong squad for the trip to Adams Park.

In fact, he named an unchanged side from the eleven who took to the pitch against Oxford United on Friday night.

Radek Cerny started in goal, behind a back four of Matt Connolly, Fitz Hall, Kaspars Gorkss and Peter Ramage.

Recently-appointed skipper Martin Rowlands partnered Mahon in centre midfield, with former Chairboys loanee Angelo Balanta and Wayne Routledge occupying the wide berths.

Rowan Vine and Agyemang continued in attack, with the likes of Adel Taarabt and trialist Gregory Vignal amongst the substitutes.

Former Rangers midfielder Tommy Doherty lined up against his former Club, but he and his team-mates got off to the worst possible start.

Indeed, the match was barely two minutes old when Rangers took the lead.

In the 80th second, Routledge's pinpoint cross was met expertly by the diving Mahon, whose close range header gave home custodian Jamie Young absolutely no chance.

It was a dream start for the R's, following hot on the heels of early goals at Oxford United and Forest Green Rovers in the last seven days.

To their credit, the Chairboys responded quite positively, with Lewis Montrose stinging Cerny's palms with a crisp eighth minute strike.

But the R's were at their free-flowing best and when Balanta broke at pace from inside his own half just seconds later, Wycombe were all at sea.

The Colombian wide-man fed Vine, whose first time cross was only half-cleared, and Agyemang was on hand to drill the ball beneath Young from 12-yards.

Some of the R's football was a joy to behold and when Vine and Balanta combined again on the quarter hour, only a well-timed tackle from John Mousinho prevented the latter from getting another shot on target.

It really was quite delightful stuff from the visitors and following another neat passing move in the final third, Rowlands' fierce drive from distance brought the very best out of Young, who dived full stretch to his left to deny the R's skipper.

Routledge was a constant threat, cutting in from the right flank with regular ease, and combining to devastating effect with the R's front two.

Indeed, it was his back post cross that created the R's next opportunity midway through the half, but on this occasion, Chairboys skipper Michael Duberry was on hand to mop up the danger.

Cerny was a virtual spectator in the R's goal, called upon on just a handful of occasions to clear his lines, as the Rangers back four - marshalled expertly by Hall - stifled the threat of the hosts.

The best the hosts could muster throughout the half was a Stuart Beavon header on 36 minutes, which Cerny gathered with consummate ease.

A half-time penalty shoot-out, which saw all four R's supporting youngsters find the back of the net, brought more screams of joy from the visiting fans, who must've surely been impressed by their sides' first half showing.

Rangers began the second half as they ended the first - in total control.

Mahon's 25-yard rocket flew inches wide of the top corner, before Balanta's opportune curler fell just the wrong side of the post.

It was all one-way traffic and when Vine and Agyemang exchanged passes on the edge of the box to open up the Wycombe back four in the 50th minute, the former saw his right footed drive deflected to safety.

There was a slight worry for Rangers when Connolly appeared to pick up a knock in a challenge - and with just over 10 days to go until the opening day fixture against Blackpool, Magilton opted to introduce trialist Vignal.

That failed to halt the Rangers charge, however, with Balanta and Agyemang both firing wide just before the hour.

Wycombe had an injury scare of their own moments later, with former R's midfielder Doherty forced from the fray following a late Routledge tackle.

Taarabt entered the fray with a little over a quarter of the game to play, joining Agyemang in attack, as the hardworking Vine made way.

Like his team-mates, Vignal was out to prove a point to the R's backroom team, racing into tackles and keeping the ball moving, as the R's ticked down the clock in cruise control.

Taarabt's step-overs almost led to what would have been a deserved third goal for the R's, but half-time replacement Scott Shearer was perfectly positioned to save with his feet.

But it was Wycombe who notched the games third goal, with Rangers briefly switching off from a quickly-taken free-kick.

Oliver was in the right place at the right time to fire home from close range, after the R's failed to pick up their men from the first phase ball into the box.

But it mattered little, with Rangers finishing on top and running out comfortable victors.

Wycombe Wanderers: Young (Shearer 46), Mousinho, Cobb, Duberry, Westwood, Bloomfield (Phillips 58), Doherty (Oliver 61), Montrose, Westlake (Daly 88), Pittman (Harrold 46), Beavon (Zebroski 58).

Subs: Fitchett, Lewis.

Scorers: Oliver (83)

Bookings:

Red Cards:

QPR: Cerny, Ramage, Connolly (Vignal 56), Mahon, Hall, Gorkss, Routledge (Parker 83), Rowlands (Alberti 83), Vine (Taarabt 68), Balanta, Agyemang (German 83).

Subs: Putnins, Brown, Oastler.

Scorers: Mahon (2), Agyemang (9)

Bookings:

Red Cards:

Referee: Mr J Singh

Attendance: 3, 288

http://www.qpr.co.uk/page/NewsDetail/0,,10373~1736207,00.html

Wycombe Official Site

LATE OLIVER GOAL NOT ENOUGH
Posted on: Tue 28 Jul 2009

Ben Campbell reporting from Adams Park | hit f5 for updates | email media@wwfc.com
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Wanderers 1-2 QPR
(Oliver, 83) (Mahon 2, Agyemang 9)

Full time here at Adams Park, as referee Singh brings the game to a close. The Championship side head back to London with a 2-1 win but the Blues put in another promising shift.

Granted, QPR did start well and were 2-0 up after 9 minutes through goals from Gavin Mahon and Partick Agyemang but Peter Taylor will be pleased with his side's fightback, which saw Luke Oliver grab his first goal for the club on 83 minutes. Keep it wwfc.com for reaction to this evening's game.

90th min - Can the Blues salvage a draw late on?

88th min - George Daly has replaced Man of the Match Ian Westlake. The former Leeds man showed some nice touches this evening and will prove to be a good addition.

87th min - Rather than heading Matty Phillips' cross on goal, John Mousinho and Matt Harrold head each other and the chance goes begging.

85th min - Instead of looking to deny the Rangers a third, the Blues are on the attack looking for an equaliser. Peter Taylor's men have done well to soak up the pressure in this second half and have got their rewards for their hard work this evening.

83rd min - GOAL! Luke Oliver reduces the arrears here at Adams Park after firing home Matt Harrold's header back across the 6-yard box.

81st min - Taarabt looks like a very good player and talking of the midfielder, he brings a good save from Scott Shearer, after jinking his way into the area.

80th min - The Blues are working their socks off to try and steal the ball from QPR, but at the moment Jim Magilton's side are looking good and able to keep possession with some ease.

77th min - Clever play from Taarabt draws a foul from Lewis Montrose. Vignal's free-kick was poor though and the ball rolls out for a goal-kick for the Blues.

75th min - Phillips took it but it was high and wide of Cenry's goal.

74th min - Superb run from Matty Phillips draws a free-kick for the Blues on the edge of the QOR box. Westlake, Phillips and Cobb are over it...

We've got a celebrity listener tuning in to this evening's clockwatch. Gordon Mousinho, dad of John, is following the game on wwfc.com tonight. You can follow Gordon in contacting the WWFC Media Team by emailing media@wwfc.com.

70th min - Long searching ball from Duberry looks for Matt Harrold down the right channel, but the number 9 is crowded out by Mahon and Hall. Harrold needs more support.

67th min - Rowan Vine is being replaced by Spurs loanee Abel Taarabt. One talented player is replaced by another talented player.

66th min - QPR are playing keep ball again just inside the Wanderers half, as they look to create a third goal.

63rd min - It was Mousinho instead who fired in the cross and Gorkss had to head out for a corner under pressure from Harrold. From the resulting kick, Duberry tested Cerny for the first time in the second half with a header but it was straight down the keeper's throat.

62nd min - Sub Zebroski wins a free-kick in a dangerous area for the Blues. Cobb stands over it...

Keep the emails coming into media@wwfc.com.

60th min - Don't worry guys, he's up and at least able to walk off the field as he is replaced by Luke Oliver.

59th min - Doherty is down and looks in some discomfort. Shay Connolly is on the field and lets hope it's not too serious.

58th min - Beavon and Bloomfield are being replaced by Chris Zebroski and Matt Phillips. We've reverted to a 4-3-3.

57th min - Agyemang goes within a whisper of making it it 3-0. The muscly striker let fly on the edge of the area and the effort went only inches the wrong side of Shearer's post.

54th min - The Blues are enjoying a bit more possession and they look to reduce the arreas. In the Wanderers' latest opening, Doherty found Harrold at the back post, but the target man couldn't test Cerny.

50th min - Routledge is now in on the act and sends a fizzing cross into the Wanderers box. Luckily for the Blues none of the QPR men who had made their way forward could get on the end of it.

48th min - QPR have began the second half like the first - on top. Balanta is the latest Ranger to try his luck from distance but Shearer is able to watch the Colombian's effort past the post.

46th min - Matt Harrold has replaced speed demon Jon-Paul Pittman and Scott Shearer for Young.

Half-time here at Adams Park and at the break the Blues trail 2-0 to the Championship side. Gavin Mahon and Partick Agyemang have got the goals for Jim Magilton's side, both coming in the opening 10 minutes. The Blues have come back into the game in the last 30 minutes though and have gone close through Lewis Montrose and Stuart Beavon. Join me again in 15 minutes.

44th min - Great work from Montrose to block Martin Rowlands' attempted clearance deep in Rangers territory.

43rd min - QPR are playing keep ball at the back as they try and draw the Wanderers onto them. The Blues are finding some more openings.

39th min - Pittman shows excellent pace to leave Fitz Hall for dead down the left-hand side but the problem with so much pace like JP has is that so can catch up him. The only man to support was Bloomfield but he was crowded out.

36th min - Beavon brings a good save from Cerny as the Czech 'keeper dives to his left. Mousinho got forward once more down the right and the former Weymouth man did well to get in front of his marker to test the former Spurs stopper.

34th min - Up the other end, the Wanderers create their best opening of the match. Westlake ran onto the through ball and only a last ditch clearance from Kaspars Gorkss denies JP his fourth goal of pre-season.

32nd min - Jamie Young enjoys his first touch in five minutes as Hall's ball was overhit.

30th min - The Blues have settled down in the last five or so minutes but are still struggling to turn an improved amount of possession into chances here at Adams Park.

28th min - A teasing Ian Westlake cross has won a corner for the Blues, as Matthew Connolly took no chances and headed behind.

26th min - Flowing move from QPR as they look a for a third. The ball came to Balanta, who turned and helped it on to Vine, but the Rangers no.9 slipped and the danger peetered out.

23rd min - Beavon strides forward with the ball but his pass to strike partner Jon Paul Pittman is underhit and QPR are able to bring the attack to an end. The Championship side are showing their class.

21st min - Stunning step over from Balanta on the edge of the area but his deep cross couldn't find Rowan Vine at the back post.

20th min - More encouragins signs from the Blues as they look to push for a goal here at Adams Park, but QPR remain strong at the back.

18th min - Skipper Rowlands brings a decent save from Young, as he lets fly from 25 yards after some nice interchange in the middle of the park.

17th min - Doherty is starting ti impose himself on the game and that is no mean feat against Rowlands and Gavin Mahon.

15th min - Lovely free-kick from Rowlands looking for the big Fitz Hall at the back post. The cross was headed out for a corner and nothing came of the resulting kick.

14th min - QPR are going forward again and only a poor return from Agyemang meant Angelo Balanta couldn't get the ball back and unleash inside the area.

13th min - New skipper Michael Duberry is donning the armband this evening and is playing alongside Chris Westwood at the heart of the Blues defence.

11th min - The game is ebbing and flowing and a great spectacle at the moment.

9th min - GOAL - Patrick Agyemang has doubled the visitors' lead with a clinical finish from 10 yards. Despite the scoreline, it's been a very fair opening.

7th min - First effort on goal for the Blues and it comes from Lewis Montrose. The former Wigan man drew a decent save from Radek Cerny from 20 yards.

4th min - First opening for the Blues and it came about the surge of John Mousinho. Mous got forward down the right and whipped in a dangerous cross, which has to be hacked away by Fitz Hall. Better stuff from Taylor's men.

3rd min - The Blues are sporting their new home kit for this evening's game. You can get your hands on the new kit by visiting the store in Eden or by visiting www.wwfcclubshop.co.uk.

2nd min - GOAL - QPR have taken the lead and the man getting the goal is Gavin Mahon. The former Watford man was left unmarked inside the 6-yard box and the midfielder stooped low to head past Young.

1st min - QPR have a free-kick in the early stages and they've won a corner, following a deflection of Chris Westwood.

Wanderers starting XI: Young, Mousinho, Cobb, Duberry, Westwood, Bloomfield, Doherty, Montrose, Westlake, Pittman, Beavon.

Subs: Shearer, Oliver, Harrold, Zebroski, Phillips, Daly, Fitchett, Lewis.
QPR starting XI: Cerny, Ramage, Connolly, Mahon, Hall, Gorkss, Routledge, Rowlands, Vine, Balanta, Agyemang. Subs: Alberti, Putnins, Brown (GK), Oastler, Parker, German, Vignal, Taarabt.
Hello and welcome to the Clockwatch feature on wwfc.com, as the Blues enterain Championship side Queens Park Rangers at Adams Park. Wycombe

- Tim Breaker Appointed Assistant Manager of Charlton

- Newcsastle Deny Administration Rumours

- QPR's Schedule This Week- Today: Wycombe (A) --- Wednesday: Kettering(A) & Fan Open Day --- Saturday - Southampton (H)

QPR squad vs Wycombe tonight): Alberti, Agyemang, Balanta, Brown, Cerny, Connolly, German, Gorkss, Hall, Mahon, Oastler, Parker, Putnins, Ramage, Routledge, Rowlands, Taarabt, Vine.

- 34th Birthday for Ex-QPR Chris Day

- Flashback: The QPR of Fifty Years Ago: 1959-1960

- Flashback: Looking Back Sixty Years to QPR's 1949/1950 Season

- Ten Totally-got-it-wrong Transfer Stories (Non-QPR)

- "Academy Recruitment Fraud Notice" - Arsenal Official Site

- Premiership Club-by-Club Transfers In and Out

- "MLS Talent Destined for Bigger Things"

- First Trophy Pick up For Sousa's Swansea

- Ian Holloway Preparing Blackpool

- After two draws, England U-19s Win 7-1 and go through

- Bristol City Hoping for Lejsal Loan

- Kevin Phillips Being Linked to Leicester

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Football Snippets Tuesday...QPR Wycombe Squad...Gorman on QPR...Tim Breacker Joins Charlton

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For a somewhat different, genuinely cutting-edge, continually-updated, football-only (and obsessively-comprehensive!) news about QPR: Visit the QPR Report Messageboard (and quasi blog)! All perspectives genuinely welcomed!

- Tim Breaker Appointed Assistant Manager of Charlton

- QPR's Schedule This Week- Today: Wycombe (A) --- Wednesday: Kettering(A) & Fan Open Day --- Saturday - Southampton (H)

QPR squad vs Wycombe tonight): Alberti, Agyemang, Balanta, Brown, Cerny, Connolly, German, Gorkss, Hall, Mahon, Oastler, Parker, Putnins, Ramage, Routledge, Rowlands, Taarabt, Vine.

- 34th Birthday for Ex-QPR Chris Day

- Flashback: The QPR of Fifty Years Ago: 1959-1960

- Flashback: Looking Back Sixty Years to QPR's 1949/1950 Season

- Ten Totally-got-it-wrong Transfer Stories (Non-QPR)

- "Academy Recruitment Fraud Notice" - Arsenal Official Site

- Premiership Club-by-Club Transfers In and Out

- "MLS Talent Destined for Bigger Things"

- First Trophy Pick up For Sousa's Swansea

- Ian Holloway Preparing Blackpool

- After two draws, England U-19s Win 7-1 and go through

- Bristol City Hoping for Lejsal Loan

- Kevin Phillips Being Linked to Leicester

- Peter Crouch Deal With Spurs Finalized

- Brian Glanville on Mark Hughes and Beckham

- Q&A With Ex-QPR Marcus Bignot

- 2009/2010 Championship Season Preview: Part I

QPR Official Site - YOUTH & EXPERIENCE AT WYCOMBE
- There will be a nice blend of youth and experience in the R's squad for tonight's friendly against Wycombe Wanderers at Adams Park.
- With the Chairboys friendly falling just 24 hours prior to the trip to Kettering Town on Wednesday night, Jim Magilton is expected to blood every fit member of his First Team squad over the coming days.
- Angelo Balanta will return to the ground that he performed so well at during a fruitful loan spell last season, whilst R's number two, John Gorman, is expected to receive a great welcome from the Chairboys fans, following his successful managerial spell at the Club between 2004 and 2006.
- Rowan Vine and Patrick Agyemang are also named in the squad, whilst Martin Rowlands - who was named as the R's skipper for the forthcoming season just yesterday - will continue his comeback from an Anterior Cruciate Ligament injury.
- QPR squad (v Wycombe Wanderers): Alberti, Agyemang, Balanta, Brown, Cerny, Connolly, German, Gorkss, Hall, Mahon, Oastler, Parker, Putnins, Ramage, Routledge, Rowlands, Taarabt, Vine. QPR

QPR Official Site - GAFFER - INJURIES ONLY 'MINOR'
- Jim Magilton isn't overly concerned about injured trio Alejandro Faurlin, Akos Buzsaky and Mikele Leigertwood, despite the threesome being ruled out of tonight's trip to Wycombe Wanderers.
- The three midfielders are all currently sidelined with thigh injuries, but the R's gaffer is hopeful they'll be back in the groove sooner rather than later.
- "They're all struggling with small thigh strains and it would be pointless risking them at this stage," he told www.qpr.co.uk.
- "These little knocks can sometimes become bigger issues if you rush the player back, so for the time being, they're in the capable hands of our medical department and we'll continue to monitor the situation."
- Magilton added: "They're minor injuries, but injuries that have to be dealt with in the appropriate manner.
- "We don't want to push them at this stage of the season. We'll take it day by day and hopefully they'll be back with us soon." QPR

Wycombe Official Site - GORMAN RELISHING RETURN
Posted on: Tue 28 Jul 2009 By Ben Campbell
- John Gorman will be reunited with the Wanderers faithful this evening when QPR travel to Adams Park for a pre-season friendly.
- The Rangers assistant manager was handed the reins as Chairboys chief in November 2004 and despite taking over from Tony Adams with the club in a lowly position, the former Spurs man guided the Blues to a 10th placed finish.
- A 21-game unbeaten run at the beginning of the 2005/06 season saw the Wanderers rise to the top of League Two, but following the loss of his wife Myra to cancer and the death of Mark Philo, John took a temporary leave of absence and form understandably worsened.
- John's permanent departure was announced on 26th May 2006 and despite Gorman no longer occupying the Adams Park hot seat, fans will forever remember the great job and brand of football he adopted in Buckinghamshire.
- As much as the fans loved John, he loved the club and the fans just as much, as he recalled when he spoke to the 'Quarters' ahead of this evening's clash.
- "I'm immensely excited about coming back to Wycombe. I can't wait," he said. "Wycombe have just been promoted, they have a great stadium, manager, fans and the staff are very welcoming and friendly. I'm really looking forward to seeing everyone."
- It's not only the return to Adams Park that excites the QPR assistant boss though it's the opportunity to step up the Rangers' pre-season schedule ahead of their Championship opener on Saturday 8th August.
- Gorman said: "We're enjoying a very good pre-season and I'm looking forward to the games coming up.
- "We've got a full squad and it's a big game for us, as we've only got one game after it before we start The Championship season. It's very important to play good opposition just prior to the season starting and Wycombe will provide that."
- To read the full interview with John Gorman, pick up the 'Quarters', priced at only £1.50, at Adams Park this evening." Wycombe Official Site

This is Local London/Dave Peters - Gorman returns to Wanderers tonight 28th July 2009
- WYCOMBE Wanderers entertain Queens Park Rangers tonight in their only home pre-season friendly of the summer (ko 7.45pm).
- The match at Adams Park sees the return of popular former boss John Gorman, who is now number two to Jim Magilton at Loftus Road.
- And it could also see the return of tricky midfielder Angelo Balanta who had a successful time on loan at Adams Park last season.
- The Rangers match represents Wanderers’ toughest test of the summer so far.
- They have been easing their way into the season with a series of matches against non-league opponents so far.
- But they face a double-step up this week with two matches against teams from the Championship.
- After tonight’s encounter they make the trip west to face Gary Johnson’s Bristol City at Ashton Gate on Saturday.
- And the Robins announced today that they will only be opening two stands for the match in a bid to keep costs down.
- But while it appears the match hasn’t fired the imagination of the red half of Bristol it will be a special day at the end of a special week for Blues midfielder Tommy Doherty.
- The former Northern Ireland international served both Bristol City and QPR before teaming up with the Chairboys, for whom he has just signed a two-year contract extension.
- Tonight’s match at Adams Park is free to Wanderers’ season ticket holders, or £10 adults and £5 concessions. This is Local London

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Monday, July 27, 2009

Football Snippets Monday...Rowlands Reappointed Captain...Vignal to Loftus Road?

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For a somewhat different, genuinely cutting-edge, continually-updated, football-only (and obsessively-comprehensive!) news about QPR: Visit the QPR Report Messageboard (and quasi blog)! All perspectives genuinely welcomed!

- Flashback: Looking Back Sixty Years to QPR's 1949/1950 Season

- Bristol City Hoping for Lejsal Loan

- Kevin Phillips Being Linked to Leicester

- Brian Glanville on Mark Hughes and Beckham

QPR Official Site - ROWLANDS RETAINS CAPTAINCY
- Martin Rowlands will again lead QPR in the forthcoming season, after boss Jim Magilton confirmed the midfield maestro will skipper his side for the 2009/10 campaign.
- Rowlands was - in the words of Magilton - 'the unanimous choice' for the role and the R's gaffer has every faith in his captain.
- "We're very fortunate in that, in this group of players, we have a lot of very strong characters," he told www.qpr.co.uk.
- "Martin will wear the armband when selected, but we're lucky to have a lot of leaders all over the park.
- "If Martin isn't around for one reason or another, I know I can rely on other players to step forward and take the armband on, but Martin was the unanimous choice with the entire coaching staff."
- Magilton clearly rates the midfielder's leadership qualities, but also believes he is a 'very, very good footballer,' adding: "Martin has been here a very long time, but he is also a very, very good player.
- "He's someone that people look up to and whilst it's never an easy decision, he ticked all the boxes." QPR

The Mirror - Vignal to QPR?
- "QPR ARE READY TO GIVE FORMER LIVERPOOL AND RANGERS FULL-BACK GREGORY VIGNAL A SURPRISE CHANCE TO COME BACK TO ENGLISH FOOTBALL AT LOFTUS ROAD." Mirror ---- See Gregory Vignal/Wikipedia

- QPR's Schedule This Week
- Tuesday: Wycombe Wanderers (A) -- Wednesday: Kettering Town (A) --- Wednesday - Fan Open Day --- Saturday - Southampton (H)

- Three Year Flashback: A rare statement from then QPR Holdings Chairman, Antonio Caliendo

- Two Year Flashback: Camp and Walton Sign for QPR

- Update: The Manchester-area Masters was held on Saturday: The surprise winners: Bolton, who now get the opportunity to play QPR et al in September: Teams included Fraser Digby's Manchester United and Mike Sheron's Manchester City.

- Mexico Crush USA in the Gold Cup Final...

- "The League Paper" Being Relaunched

- Ex-QPRs Meet: Padula's Columbus Crew Defeats Dichio's Toronto FC!

- Q&A With Ex-QPR Marcus Bignot

- Ex-QPR Dean Sturridge Turns 36

- Paul Furlong Scores (again!) For Barnet

- Sven Eriksson 2 Blackstock and Camp's Nottingham Forest 1

- PFA Pleased With New Rule Regarding Agents

- Prison for Father who Punched Ref

- 2009/2010 Championship Season Preview: Part I

- Armel Tchakounte: QPR's Former Cameroon Midfielder. Post-QPR, seems to have vanished. Looking for "Where Is He Now?" [If any info, please post or email QPRReport@hotmail.com]

- Lee Cook Injury Update

- John Terry Announces He's Staying at Chelsea!

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Sunday, July 26, 2009

Football Snippets Sunday...Lee Cook Injury Update

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For a somewhat different, genuinely cutting-edge, continually-updated, football-only (and obsessively-comprehensive!) news about QPR: Visit the QPR Report Messageboard (and quasi blog)! All perspectives genuinely welcomed!

UPDATED THROUGHOUT THE DAY...

- USA Played Mexico in the Gold Cup Final...

- "The League Paper" Being Relaunched

- John Terry Announces He's Staying at Chelsea!

- Update: The Manchester-area Masters was held last night: Winners get to play QPR et al in September: Teams included Fraser Digby's Manchester United and Mike Sheron's Manchester City.

- Ex-QPRs Meet: Padula's Columbus Crew Defeats Dichio's Toronto FC!

- Q&A With Ex-QPR Marcus Bignot

- Ex-QPR Dean Sturridge Turns 36

- Paul Furlong Scores (again!) For Barnet

- Sven Eriksson 2 Blackstock and Camp's Nottingham Forest 1

- On This Day: One Year ago, QPR lost to Falkirk...Four Years Ago QPR Lost to Charlton

- Decade Ago, Today: Rob Steiner Joined QPR

- PFA Pleased With New Rule Regarding Agents

- Prison for Father who Punched Ref

- 2009/2010 Championship Season Preview: Part I

- Armel Tchakounte: QPR's Former Cameroon Midfielder. Post-QPR, seems to have vanished. Looking for "Where Is He Now?" [If any info, please post or email QPRReport@hotmail.com]

Lee COok Injury Update - Yann Tear/The Gazette
- "Lee Cook faces an anxious meeting with his knee surgeon on Tuesday where he will learn whether he can get his career back on track. The Rangers winger has been resting for 8 weeks since undergoing keyhole surgery on his troublesome left joint at the end of last season. It means he had to play the frustrated spectator while his team-mates get on with their pre-season training and jet off to Slovenia for a pre-season tour.
- But Cook hopes he can pick up his training next week. "I'm hoping to get the all-clear to start rehabilitation on Tuesday with gym work, bikes, weights and running, so it is going to be a very important day for me," said Cook. "It's frustrating because it's a big time of the season and so important especially with the new Manager coming in. Everyone's keen to impress and what you do now sets you up for the season. It's hit me hard missing out so far. You can see everyone buzzing on the training ground and the tempo is frightening. And I'm really sorry to have missed out on the tour because there is so much team-bonding on trips like that. It couldn't have been worse timing."
- Cook added: "I know the new season will come too soon for me, but hopefully it won't be too long before I'm playing again if I get the all-clear this week. I'm hoping you'll see Lee Cook back, doing what he does." By his own admission, Cook failed last term in his bid to recapture the sort of form he showed when he first moved to Rangers a few seasons ago, but you can blame his knee for that. He had missed a large chunk of the previous season and was just getting back up to pace when he suffered a setback in the Autumn.
- A tweak at Cardiff in February further hampered him and he broke down in the final home game against Plymouth, prompting the surgery. "This is going to be a big season for me," Cook said. "It was a bit stop-start last year and the knee was giving me gyp throughout the season, but hopefully this has sorted out the knee once and for all. I'm only 26 and I've still got a lot to do. You didn't see much of the old Lee Cook last year, but Rangers fans will see the best of me again." [As posted on the Indys Site

QPR's Schedule This Coming Week

-Tuesday: Wycombe Wanderers

- Wednesday: Kettering Town

- Wednesday - Fan Open Day

- Saturday - Southampton

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Saturday, July 25, 2009

Football Snippets Saturday...Oxford Match Reports...Taarrabt Aims for 15 Goals... Season Preview....Searching for Armel Tchakounte

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Friday, July 24, 2009

Oxford Hold QPR - Match Reports and Comments

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QPR OFficial Site - POST MATCH COMMENT - MAGILTON ON U'S
- Jim Magilton was grateful to his former Club Oxford United for providing a good test for his QPR team this evening as it enabled him "to learn about the players".
- The R's boss saw the U's - who he spent four years with in the early 1990s - twice come from behind to earn a spirited 2-2 draw after Gavin Mahon and Wayne Routledge had earlier netted for the visitors at the Kassam Stadium.
- "This was a good test," he told www.qpr.co.uk. "I was pleased with how we played in the first half. I thought our passing and movement were excellent at times.
- "That's what we've been working on in training and it was nice to see it come into our play.
- "But at times we lacked concentration, and obviously fitness plays a part in that.
- "I know the backroom staff at Oxford so I always knew they would test us, and that was good because it enabled me to learn about my players."
- Magilton brought recent loan signing Adel Taarabt on in the second half, and the Moroccan quickly made an impact, setting up Routledge for his goal with a neat through ball.
- "There's no doubt the lad can play," Magilton acknowledged.
- "He's an exceptional talent and he just needs to learn when he can play with it, and when he needs to give it."
- The R's face Wycombe Wanderers next Tuesday in their next pre-season friendly, a game in which Magilton intends to field another strong side.
- "It will be very similar to the side that played tonight," he revealed.
- "And when we go to Kettering on Wednesday I also plan to play a strong team because the lads need game time as we get ready for the opener against Blackpool on 8th August." QPR

Witney Gazette/Jon Murray - Midson makes mark as U's hold QPR
- Jack Midson made a sensational start to his life at the Kassam Stadium by snatching an equaliser just two minutes after coming on as a sub as Oxford United held Championship outfit QPR to a 2-2 draw in their first home pre-season friendly last night.
- Midson, a summer signing from Histon, showed his predatory instincts by nipping in between Matthew Connolly and keeper Radek Cerny, and knocked the ball home.
- It brought the U's a draw they richly deserved in an entertaining encounter watched by more than 3,200.
- QPR boss Jim Magilton paid his old club the compliment of playing his strongest side, and it wasn't long before the R's showed their class.
- They took the lead in the eighth minute when Gavin Mahon slotted home.
- Both sides were playing some good football on an excellent surface, with Wayne Routledge involved in much of the early action.
- As Rangers put neat moves together and threatened to add to their score, it needed vital tackles from centre backs Rhys Day and then Mark Creighton to stop visiting forwards.
- Marcus Kelly, who had produced a lovely bit of skill on the left wing to dispossess Peter Ramage, showed his vision moments later with a gloriously weighted pass to sett Matt Green free for a run at goal. Green raced forwards but his shot was straight at Czech keeper Radek Cerny.
- James Constable was then unlucky not to score when his acrobatic volley at a corner deflected wide off a QPR defender.
- With Billy Turley laid low by flu, Ryan Clarke played the whole match, and the summer signing from Northwich showed his ability with a superb fingertip save from Routledge, after clever play by Patrick Agyemang.
- At the start of the second half, Kelly had the ball whipped off his feet as he shaped to shoot in front of goal, and as the U's began to look more threatening as they attacked the Oxford Mail Stand, as they so often do, Green won his penalty.
- Cutting in from the right, he made space for himself to fire in a left-footed shot, did so, and saw it hit the hand of Latvian defender Kaspars Gorkss.
- Cool as you like, Green then tucked away the spot kick to Cerny's right.
- However, on 63 minutes, the pacy Routledge beat United's offside trap, ran through and, despite Clarke's attempt to drive him wide, finished well.
- United were not to be denied, though, and after Midson had replaced Green, he demonstrated what an asset he could be this season to manager Chris Wilder.
- In the closing minutes QPR sub Alessandro Pelicori hit the inside of a post from an effort with his outstretched leg.
- And Clarke kept his concentration level high by holding on to a fierce last-minute drive from Adel Taarabt..." ). Witney Gazette

QPR Official Site - OXFORD UTD 2, QPR 2
- QPR fought out a thoroughly entertaining 2-2 draw with Oxford United at The Kassam Stadium this evening.
- The R's took the lead twice, through Gavin Mahon in the first half and Wayne Routledge after the break.
- The hosts refused to lie down, however, with Matt Green cancelling out the opener shortly after the half-time break and Jack Midson levelling again late on.
= It was a good work-out fitness-wise for the R's, with the second-half in particular played at quite a pace for a pre-season friendly.
- Jim Magilton will have been disappointed not to win the match, however, as his side dominated for large spells, although the U's certainly came more into the game after the interval.
- Magilton named a strong R's side for his return to Oxford United, a side he made 150 appearances for during a four-year stint in the early 1990's.
- The QPR boss brought Radek Cerny back after being rested in our 2-0 win at Forest Green, while Peter Ramage, Fitz Hall, Kaspars Gorkss and Matt Connolly made up the impressive backline.
- Martin Rowlands continued his recovery with his second start in three days alongside Mahon in the centre of midfield, with Angelo Balanta and Routledge operating down the left and right wings respectively.
- In attack, Magilton opted for the pairing of Patrick Agyemang and Rowan Vine, a duo who seem to have a telepathic understanding whenever they feature together.
- New signing Adel Taarabt had to make do with a place on the bench following his arrival on a season-long loan yesterday afternoon.
- With the big kick-off against Blackpool little more than two weeks away, Magilton approached the game with serious intent.
- Angelo Balanta started the game brightly down the left-hand side, continuing his good pre-season form, and he nearly unlocked the home defence after two minutes following a neat one-two with Rowan Vine on the edge of the box, but Vine's return pass was a little too heavy.
- Vine himself went close moments later, as Oxford were pinned back in their own half.
- QPR's short, quick passing game was very much in evidence once again as the R's looked to make the breakthrough, and they managed it on eight minutes with a fantastic move.
- Following a string of passes, Balanta collected the ball on the left before picking out Agyemang in the centre, and his knockdown fell perfectly for Mahon on the edge of the box, who volleyed home in spectacular style, giving Ryan Clarke no chance in the United goal.
- It was no less than Magilton's men deserved after setting a quick tempo from the start.
- Last-ditch tackles from Rhys Day and Mark Creighton twice denied Vine getting clear as Rangers turned the screw on their Blue Square Premier opponents.
- The opening 15 minutes was spent almost entirely in the U's half, as QPR built attack after attack, with Cerny a mere spectator in the visiting goal.
- Routledge, whose pace was causing the home defence plenty of concern, nearly got the better of the offside trap on 21 minutes, but linesman Mr Redmond ruled he had gone a fraction early. The 893 R's faithful inside The Kassam Stadium clearly felt otherwise.
- The superior quality of the R's was clearly evident, with Routledge, Balanta and Hall in particular standing out, while Connolly and Gorkss were as consistent as ever.
- Gorkss appeared to pick up a nasty knock to the face following an aerial challenge from U's striker James Constable after half an hour.
- But, having seen the head injury the Latvian played on with in our 3-2 win over Sheffield Wednesday at the tail end of last season, it was never going to be serious enough to make him leave the field.
- Moments later, the hosts got in behind the Rangers defence for the first time through Matt Green but, having created space down the left, his shot was tame and easily dealt with by Cerny.
- As the half wore on, Oxford came more into the game and were starting to enjoy a bit of possession but they struggled to penetrate a strong Rangers rearguard.
- At the other end, Balanta went close with an audacious curling effort from 30 yards, which resulted in a loud chorus of "You R's" from the QPR supporters, who seemed to be enjoying the performance.
- On 37 minutes, Oxford had their best chance so far when Adam Chapman's long throw into the box was flicked on by Creighton at the near post.
- Constable was the first to react with an ambitious scissor-kick and his powerful effort seemed to be heading for the top corner, but the ball flicked off the back of Gorkss and away for a corner.
- Routledge should have made it 2-0 on 41 minutes when Agyemang sent him clear with a neat pass following good work by Balanta.
- With time to pick his spot from 14 yards, Routledge hit a low drive towards the far corner, but Clarke was able to get a strong hand to it and tip the ball away for a corner.
- That was the last key action of the opening half and Magilton will surely have been pleased with the display by his men, although QPR would probably have felt they should have held a greater advantage having dominated much of the proceedings.
- At the break, Magilton made three changes, bringing on Gary Borrowdale, Matteo Alberti and Taarabt for Ramage, Rowlands and Agyemang respectively.
- Interestingly, Taarabt partnered Vine in attack while Alberti went into the centre of midfield alongside Mahon.
- Borrowdale took up the left-back position with Connolly switching to the right side of the backline.
- Taarabt had a great chance to open his account barely two minutes into the second half with virtually his first touch of the ball.
- Vine pulled the ball back to the edge of the box from the left for the on-rushing Moroccan international, but his low drive was easily gathered by Clarke.
- On 52 minutes the hosts were given a great chance to draw level when Constable's shot from the edge of the box following a quick counter-attack was harshly adjudged to have hit the arm of Gorkss in the area by referee Mr Farries.
- Matt Green assumed responsibility from 12 yards, and coolly slotted into the bottom left-hand corner, with Cerny going the wrong way.
- The goal certainly lifted the home support and, in truth, sparked the game into life.
- Taarabt quickly reminding us what he's capable of and it was he who created the opening for Routledge to restore QPR's lead on 62 minutes.
- Picking the ball up in the middle of the park, Taarabt waiting for things to develop around him before playing an inch-perfect through ball with the outside of his boot for Routledge to race onto.
- Having missed an early opportunity, Routledge made no such mistake on this occasion, rounding goalkeeper Clarke before slotting home from a tight angle.
- In an entertaining match, Oxford were soon down the other end, and Constable warmed the palms of Cerny with a fierce 20-yard drive.
- Magilton will have been pleased with the way Taarabt quickly got into the swing of things with his new team-mates, especially considering he hasn't even trained with them so far this pre-season.
- Two more changes were made by the R's with little over 20 minutes remaining, Damion Stewart replacing Hall and Alessandro Pellicori coming on for the hard-working Balanta.
- Meanwhile, Oxford pushed for a second equaliser and, in all honesty, they were gifted it on 69 minutes when Connolly attempted to chest the ball back to Cerny in the area.
- Lacking pace, substitute Jack Midson pounced to nick it beyond the R's keeper and into the back of the net.
- Looking to inject some extra passion into the R's display, Magilton threw on Gareth Ainsworth at the expense of Rowan Vine, a decision that was greeted with an almighty roar of "There's only one Gareth Ainsworth" by the travelling Blue and White Hoops.
- He took up his normal position on the right, with Routledge switching to the left flank.
- And it was his deep cross from the right which almost led to Rangers' third goal of the evening. Pellicori was the only one to react, racing to the back post before diving feet first to get a touch.
- With keeper Clarke beaten, the ball bounced agonisingly off the foot of the post before being cleared.
- Moments later, Pellicori again went close, this time heading inches wide following a whipped in ball from the left by the impressive Routledge.
- Clarke scrambled across his goal and was relieved to see it drop just the wrong side of his upright.
- In the closing stages, there was a really competitive edge to this game as both sides went in search of a winner.
- Ainsworth went close with a powerful drive in the final minute but the U's held firm and will have been delighted with this result, while Magilton will consider it another step on the road to preparation for the season opener against Blackpool on August 8th.
- Oxford United: Clarke, Chapman, Sandwith, Bulman, Creighton, Day, Murray (Potter, 78), Clist, Constable (Silver, 82), Green (Midson, 67), Kelly (Rhodes, 78).
Subs: Carruthers, Killock, Deering.
Goals: Green (pen, 52), Midson (69)
Bookings:
QPR: Cerny, Ramage (Borrowdale, 46), Connolly, Mahon, Hall (Stewart, 66), Gorkss, Routledge, Vine (Ainsworth, 73), Balanta (Pellicori, 66), Rowlands (Alberti, 46), Agyemang (Taarabt, 46). Subs: Marshall. Goals: Mahon (8), Routledge (62) Bookings:
Att: 3,246 (893) Referee: John Farries QPR

Oxford United Official Site United 2 QPR 2
- The U's gained a more than creditable draw with Championship side QPR tonight as goals from Matt Green and Jack Midson capped an impressive team performance and once again underlined the potential for what lies ahead.
- United started with Ryan Clarke in goal and a back four of Adam Chapman, Rhys Day, Mark Creighton and Kevin Sandwith. In midfield Adam Murray and Marcus Kelly added width outside Dannie Bulman and Simon Clist, while James Constable and Green led the line. On the bench 17 year old youth team keeper Nathan Silver acted as deputy for the ill Billy Turley.
-It took ten minutes for the breakthrough as Rangers capitalised on a long spell of possession to score with the first chance of the game. Gavin Mahon adds experience in midfield but got forward well to get on the end of a left wing through ball and finish neatly across Clarke into the far corner. Rangers, in their fifth pre-season game, looked sharp and composed on the ball and enjoyed the fine playing surface and excellent conditions to pass the ball around in a style in the mould of their new manager.
- It took two excellent challenges from Day and Creighton to keep them out but gradually United got to the pace of the game and started to show what they can do. Just after the half hour mark Green combined well with the lively Kelly and sprinted clear on the left, but chose to shoot into the arms of keeper with teammates busting a gut to get alongside him in the area. Constable then snatched at a chance and blazed well over when he had more time than he realised, while Green had claims for a penalty waved away on 36 minutes as he turned sharply around Kaspars Gorkss.
-Constable's volley on the turn, from a Chapman long throw flicked on by Creighton, was deflected over the bar by 'one size' Fitz Hall, and after that sluggish opening United had created several good chances despite the undoubted quality of the opposition. Their liveliest player was Wayne Routledge on the right wing but when he got through on 43 he found Clarke equal to his low shot, making an excellent save down to his right.
- With no changes at half time United continued to match their higher league opponents and on 54 they were level from the spot. The excellent Chapman first cleared the danger at one end then sprinted forward to receive a return ball from Adam Murray. He then sent a fine pass down the right channel for Green who took a touch and cut inside before firing in a left footed effort which struck Gorkss as he tried to block. Ref Farries was well placed and decided it struck an arm, allowing Green to thump his penalty into the corner of the net for the first of many goals the returning striker will bag for the U's.
- Credit to Rangers for coming back after that and nine minutes later the excellent Routledge capped a fine game with a well taken goal. Sub Taarabt flicked an exquisite pass through for him in acres of space and he rounded Clarke before finishing neatly from an acute angle to make it 2-1.
- However, United are a squad full of characters and on 69 minutes were level once again. Murray scrapped and battled on the right to find space for a floated cross. Matthew Connolly was caught between heading clear and chesting back to the keeper but took the wrong option instead by chesting it into the path of Midson who tapped it past the keeper and into the net to score his third goal of a very promising pre-season.
- Rangers nearly scored when sub Alessandro Pelicori struck the inside of Clarke's right hand post but their neat passing football often ran into the wall of Creighton and Day who look a formidable pairing at the back. With Bulman and Clist knitting things together in midfield and now with three strikers who look like scoring whatever the opposition or the combination there are serious grounds for optimism for the U's fans
- An enjoyable game between two sides with plenty to play for this season.
United Clarke, Chapman, Day, Creighton, Sandwith, Murray (Potter 78), Bulman, Clist, Kelly (Rhodes 78), Constable (Deering 80), Green (Midson 66) Subs Silver, Deering, Midson, Carruthers, Killock, Potter, Rhodes
Att:3,246 Away: 893 Oxford United

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Snippets Friday...Pellicori Signing?...QPR Squad vs Oxford...Magilton on QPR and His Oxford Origins...Jim Smith on His Time at QPR

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Thursday, July 23, 2009

Taarbt Speaks After QPR Deal Completed

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QPR Official Site - EXCLUSIVE: TAARABT DEAL COMPLETED
- The Club is delighted to confirm the season long loan signing of Moroccan international midfielder Adel Taarabt.
- Rangers reached agreement with Tottenham Hotspur late last night (Wednesday) for the midfielder's services and Taarabt - who flourished during a brief loan spell in W12 at the end of last season - has now put pen-to-paper on the deal.
- Speaking exclusively to www.qpr.co.uk, the 20 year-old expressed his delight at returning to Loftus Road.
- "I'm delighted to be back," he said.
- "I really enjoyed my last spell and I can't wait to spend the whole of next season here."
- Taarabt - who will again wear squad number 39 - spurned the advances of at least three other Championship Clubs to return to Loftus Road and he's relishing running out in front of the Rangers faithful once again.
- "I had a great relationship with the fans last year," he said.
- "I really appreciated their support and I can't wait to pull on the Rangers shirt again."
- He added: "There was a lot of interest in me. I had opportunities to go to Clubs in Italy, Spain and France, but Tottenham said they wanted me to play in the Championship. As soon as they said that, I knew I wanted to come back to QPR."
- "The fans played an important part in that decision, because they seemed to like how I play.
- "This is a decisive season for me personally. I hope to play regularly, but not just play - I want to do well, for myself, the Club and the fans."
QPR

- Dave Thomas' AKUTR's ANnouncement and Thomas/AKUTR's Blog Update

- Also: Dave Thomas/AKUTRS' Latest Blog ("Flog") Post Week #2 July 12-18 -- "Getting ready for the big kick-off... with a mountain of jobs to do and so many things conspiring to make life difficult!"

- QPR1st - QPR in the Community update

- QPR1st - Disabled supporters update

- Visit London Football Expo (including QPR Exhibit) Opens Tomorrow, (July 24-26)

- re Adel Taarabt: Previous with him at QPR and at Spurs

- Ex-QPR Leon Jeanne Update

- "On This Day" - Four Year Flashback: Nygaard Signs for QPR and QPR Defeat Iran

- Alan McDonald's Glentoran Crash Out of Europe

- Ex-QPR Youngster Giles Coke Joins Motherwell

- re Accrington Stanley/Player Bans: One Plays for Forest Green Rovers

- Assessing ESPN's Football Coverage

- Tabloid (Star): Maradona to Portsmouth?

- Questions re New Owners of Notts County

- Kiyan Prince's Parents Meet the Prime Minister

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QPR Fanzine AKUTR's Update

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- For seriously cutting-edge, continually-updated, news about QPR and football - and only QPR and football - Visit the growing QPR Report Messageboard (and quasi blog)! All perspectives genuinely welcomed!

- Almost every QPR fan on every messageboard - whatever their differences with each other on a myriad of issues - all agree about how great is the Dave Thomas' QPR Fanzine A Kick Up The R's (AKUTR'S)

This announcement From Dave Thomas - AKUTR's

Although still very much ‘work in progress’, I have been making lots of
changes to the AKUTR’s website in recent
weeks. New features include a portal for lift-sharing and exchanging
spare match tickets, my own Blog (which will only be published on-line),
plus one or two other ideas yet to be added. There is also a preview of
the current issue, plus subscription details and an archive of past
material.

We are also aiming to raise funds over the course of the forthcoming
season, for our chosen charity, Samaritans, with a number of events and
initiatives planned. The reasons for our doing this are set out on the
site, with links to our ‘justgiving’ page, which explains even more.

With the season just around the corner, we have an advertising rates
card available on request via the website. Paid adverts in the print
version will be replicated for free on the website. Plus this year we
are introducing an on-line directory.

As you may already be aware, last season AKUTR’s won the award as Best
Football League Fanzine, for the second year in succession. As well as
setting our sights on the hat-trick, we are also aiming to make AKUTR’s
bigger and better this season, with the website playing a vital part of
that.

Here’s to a successful season for our beloved club and a highly
enjoyable one for us supporters.

Dave Thomas
Editor, AKUTR’s

Visit AKUTRS

- Also: Dave Thomas/AKUTRS' Latest Blog ("Flog") Post Week #2 July 12-18 -- "Getting ready for the big kick-off... with a mountain of jobs to do and so many things conspiring to make life difficult!"

- Meanwhile at the QPR Fan Trust, QPR1st

QPR1st - QPR in the Community update
Thursday, 23 July 2009
- QPR1st are fully committed to supporting the creation of the QPR in the Community trust. It is an excellent initiative which promotes the reputation and positive image of QPR and has already had a substantial impact on the lives of many people.
- I am proud to have been invited to join a strategic fund raising planning group which aims to support the work of QPR in the Community and to help keep fans involved and informed. I was invited both as Chairman of QPR1st and also because of my professional experience of working with people with disabilities. Other members of the group include Andy Evans (Community trust Chief Executive Officer), Martino Chevannes (Community Trust manager), Kevin McGrath (former director of QPR), Jane Carter (Director of Coaching for Hope) and Sharon Dyer who apart from being a fanatic QPR supporter has some impressive knowledge and experience of fund raising. If you want to find out more abotu QPR in the Community then vist their website on [url]www.qprcommunitytrust.co.uk.
- You can also visit www.youtube.com/qprtrust where you can download videos about the different initiatives being run by the trust. I would also like to take this opportunity on behalf of QPR1st to congratulate Amit Bhatia, the Chairman of the Community Trust for raising £23,000 for the trust by completing his first Triathlon. If you want to add to this total or find out more about you can visit www.justgiving.com/amitbhatia
- Stephen Dedridge
Chairman of QPR1st - QPR1st - QPR in the Community update

QPR1st - Disabled supporters update
Thursday, 23 July 2009
- QPR1st have been proud to contribute to the campaign to improve the facilities for disabled supporters. We are committed to ensuring that QPR is an inclusive environment for anyone who wants to enjoy a game of football.
- Supporters representatives recently met with representatives of the Club. It provided an opportunity to pass on feedback from disabled fans. Much of it was positive, in particular regarding the new area for supporters who use wheelchairs but there are some issues that still need to be addressed.
- The creation of a disabled supporters group was also discussed. This could provide a means by which disabled supporters could share opinions and experiences as well as enabling more effective liaison with the Club. If anyone is interested in helping to set up such a group contact us on email info@qpr1st.co.uk This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. -- QPR1st - Disabled supporters update

Elsewhere:

- Visit London Football Expo (including QPR Exhibit) Opens Tomorrow, (July 24-26)

- re Adel Taarabt: Previous with him at QPR and at Spurs

- Ex-QPR Leon Jeanne Update

- "On This Day" - Four Year Flashback: Nygaard Signs for QPR and QPR Defeat Iran

- Alan McDonald's Glentoran Crash Out of Europe

- Ex-QPR Youngster Giles Coke Joins Motherwell

- re Accrington Stanley/Player Bans: One Plays for Forest Green Rovers

- Assessing ESPN's Football Coverage

- Tabloid (Star): Maradona to Portsmouth?

- Questions re New Owners of Notts County

- Kiyan Prince's Parents Meet the Prime Minister

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Football Snippets - Thursday: QPR's DJ Campbell Interest...Ex-QPR Leon Jeanne Update

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- For seriously cutting-edge, continually-updated, news about QPR and football - and only QPR and football - Visit the growing QPR Report Messageboard (and quasi blog)! All perspectives genuinely welcomed!

- Visit London Football Expo (including QPR Exhibit) Opens Tomorrow, (July 24-26)

- re Adel Taarabt: Previous with him at QPR and at Spurs

- Ex-QPR Leon Jeanne Update

- "On This Day" - Four Year Flashback: Nygaard Signs for QPR and QPR Defeat Iran

- Alan McDonald's Glentoran Crash Out of Europe

- Ex-QPR Youngster Giles Coke Joins Motherwell

- re Accrington Stanley/Player Bans: One Plays for Forest Green Rovers

- Assessing ESPN's Football Coverage

- Tabloid (Star): Maradona to Portsmouth?

- Questions re New Owners of Notts County

- Kiyan Prince's Parents Meet the Prime Minister

Leicester Mercury - Leicester City striker DJ Campbell could be on way to QPR Thursday, July 23, 2009
- Unsettled Leicester City striker DJ Campbell could be thrown a lifeline by Championship rivals QPR.
- Campbell has been linked with a move to Loftus Road and the wealthy London club have the resources to overcome any stumbling blocks over the 27-year-old striker's wage demands.
- Campbell was loaned out to Blackpool last season and scored nine goals in 19 games. Seasiders boss Ian Holloway pursued a move to acquire Campbell on a permanent basis but said he "couldn't see us getting him in a million years" because of his salary.
- QPR have no such financial limitations with Formula One magnates Bernie Ecclestone and Flavio Briatiore masterminding a £14m takeover of the club in 2007.
- A QPR source said: "DJ Campbell would be a popular move and I'd expect him to earn a five-figure weekly salary.
- "The manager (Jim Magilton) has enquired about a lot of players and DJ would fit the bill. They like DJ down here, particularly as he is a QPR fan.
- "He had a couple of trials when he was a kid but nothing came of it, and I'm sure the supporters would welcome him back."
- Magilton's interest in Campbell may also step up a notch now that QPR striker Dexter Blackstock has agreed a switch to Nottingham Forest.
- Campbell, who has two years of his contract at City to run, has been frozen out of City manager Nigel Pearson's first-team squad plans since returning to the Walkers Stadium
- During his spell at Bloomfield Road, he said that returning to Leicester was the last thing he wanted to do.
- Campbell was not included in the 23-man squad which travelled to Slovenia but made a 45-minute appearance at Kings Lynn last weekend.
- Assistant boss Craig Shakespeare said Campbell remained a contracted Leicester player and said: "We will use him if it's the right thing to do."... Leicester Mercury

QPR Official Site - FAMILY OPEN DAY IN W12
- Queens Park Rangers Football Club is delighted to confirm details of our Family Open Day at Loftus Road.
- Wednesday 29th July is the date for your diaries, in what promises to be a great opportunity for young fans to meet the players, win prizes, and participate in a variety of fun, friendly activities, ahead of another exciting campaign.
- Entry is free and gates will be open from 12.30pm until 4.00pm, where children's entertainment - including face painting, a bouncy castle and soccer skills challenges - will be on show at the back of the Loftus Road stand.
- In a bid to preserve the Loftus Road playing surface ahead of back-to-back fixtures against Southampton and Blackpool, the scheduled training session will now be replaced by a meet-and-greet with the R's First Team squad.
- At 1.00pm, supporters will be able to gather in the Blue and White Bar to meet the players, sign autographs and have photos taken with the stars.
- The Loftus Road kiosks will be open, with food and drink special offers available throughout the afternoon.
- The new 'Dennis the Menace' away shirt will also be available in the Superstore for the first time, whilst our Club Mascot, Spark, will be in attendance for young fans to meet.
- Supporters are asked to enter the stadium via the Loftus Road gates. Children under-16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
- The Club looks forward to sharing this special occasion with you all, in what promises to be an interactive day of fun and excitement.
- To register your interest, contact the Box Office on 08444 777 007 or via e-mail at boxoffice@qpr.co.uk QPR

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Wednesday, July 22, 2009

Taarabt Joining QPR On Season Loan

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QPR Official Site - EXCLUSIVE: ADEL POISED TO RETURN
- Queens Park Rangers Football Club is delighted to announce it has reached agreement with Tottenham Hotspur Football Club for the season long loan signing of Adel Taarabt.
- Rangers have beaten off eleventh hour attempts from a number of other Championship Clubs to secure the attacking midfielder's services for the 2009/10 campaign.
- The 20 year-old, who made a stunning impact during a brief loan spell at Loftus Road at the end of last season, is due at Harlington in the coming days, with the formalities of the deal expected to be concluded by the weekend.
- Speaking exclusively to www.qpr.co.uk, R's gaffer Jim Magilton says he is relishing the Moroccan international's pending return.
- "I've seen Adel plenty of times and I know he's a player of undoubted ability," he said.
- "He's a match winner on his day and will bring added competition to the squad.
- "The fact we have been able to agree a deal to bring in someone of Adel's quality shows the sort of direction this Club is heading in.
- "If you can encourage a squad player from the Premier League to take the drop down to the Championship, then it shows what your intentions are."
- Magilton added: "He will benefit from playing regularly and, given a run in the side, I am sure he will give us another dimension.
- "Make no mistake, we are all very ambitious here - none more so than the players - and Adel's arrival will bring vital competition for places which is needed for any squad that has ambitions to challenge." QPR

SPURS OFFICIAL SITE - Adel
- Adel in Loftus Road returnWe have reached agreement with Queens Park Rangers for Adel Taarabt to join the Championship club on a season-long loan.
- The attacking midfielder has made 15 First Team appearances since arriving from Lens in 2007 and last season spent three months on loan at QPR, where he made seven appearances" Spurs

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Ainsworth Speaks...Blackstock Leves and Speaks....QPR Announce the 2009/2010 Squad Numbers

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Gareth Ainsworth Speaks - Ben Kosky/Kilburn Times - Gaz supply may run out
- GARETH Ainsworth admits he will leave QPR to further his playing career if he fails to break into Jim Magilton's team during the coming months.
- The Rangers veteran, who filled in as caretaker boss twice last season, has not played a competitive first-team game since May 2008.
- And League One side Millwall, who are managed by former Rs number two Kenny Jackett, are believed to have expressed their interest in borrowing the 36-year-old winger this season.
- But Ainsworth is determined to prove his worth at Loftus Road after being reduced to the ranks in Magilton's shake-up of the coaching staff.
- "It's early days and the idea of being involved in some capacity on the pitch is fantastic," he told the Times. "But if that doesn't happen maybe it will be elsewhere and I'll make that decision when it comes.
- "I want to do my best and see if I can get in the QPR squad. The lads and the fans all just treat me as Gaz and they know what they're going to get - whether I'm player, manager or kit man, I'll be giving 110 per cent and then we'll see what happens.
- "But I'll definitely be playing this season. I pride myself on being fit and I hope that'll stand me in good stead.
- "I might not have the skills of Hogan Ephraim, Rowan Vine or Akos Buzsaky, but I graft and put tackles in or get crosses over and I've got a few more years left of doing that."
- Ainsworth's playing days appeared to be drawing to a close when he was appointed reserve team manager a year ago, subsequently taking charge of the first team for six matches after Iain Dowie was sacked in October.
- He filled the role again when Paulo Sousa suffered the same fate at the end of last season - but Ainsworth's managerial ambitions are now on hold and he turned down the opportunity to return to former club Port Vale as assistant to Micky Adams this summer.
- And, with the twin milestones of 500 appearances and 100 goals within sight, the winger hopes to emulate two former team-mates who have continued to play into - and beyond - their late thirties.
- "I'm very flattered that Micky Adams, who I've got massive respect for, put me in consideration for the next step in my managerial career," Ainsworth added.
- "But every manager I've spoken to said 'play as long as you can, do not hang those boots up until you cannot go any further' and that's what I'm going to do.
- "I look at people like Paul Furlong, and Graham Alexander at Burnley, and feel I can do that. Age is a preconception for a lot of people - I think you need to watch someone and make your judgment on that.
- "Last year was a very confusing situation for everybody and going into management wasn't my ideal choice. In hindsight, maybe it was a bit early for me.
- "I've got plenty more running and crossing balls to do until people tell me I can't do it any more. Kilburn Times

QPR Official Site - IT'S A NUMBERS GAME
- As the new campaign gets ever-nearer, First Team Manager Jim Magilton has announced the squad numbers ahead of the 2009/10 season.
- New arrival Alejandro Faurlin will wear the No.18 shirt, while Peter Ramage has been handed the No.2 jersey following the departure of Damien Delaney.
- Elsewhere, Magilton has given the popular No.9 shirt to Icelandic international Heidar Helguson.
- Following the confirmation of the numbers for the new campaign, Magilton told www.qpr.co.uk: "I spoke with the senior players and asked them if they wanted to change their numbers, but they're all happy with what they have.
- "We had a couple spare in the first XI following the departures of Delaney and Dexter Blackstock, so Peter's now got the '2' and Heidar has the '9.'
- "I decided to give Heidar that shirt because he is an experienced striker and I felt it was right for him to have it.
- "The No.1 shirt is available, but that is largely because Radek Cerny said he wanted to stay with his number from last season, which was '24.'
- "When the new numbers come out it brings you that step closer to the start of the season - and that's what we are all working towards and looking forward to."
- The full squad list is as follows:

2. Peter RAMAGE
3. Damion STEWART
4. Gavin MAHON
5. Fitz HALL
6. Mikele LEIGERTWOOD
7. Wayne ROUTLEDGE
8. Rowan VINE
9. Heidar HELGUSON
10. Akos BUZSAKY
11. Patrick AGYEMANG
13. Kaspars GORKSS
14. Martin ROWLANDS
16. Matthew CONNOLLY
17. Lee COOK
18. Alejandro FAURLIN
19. Angelo BALANTA
21. Matteo ALBERTI
24. Radek CERNY
25. Hogan EPHRAIM
26. Gareth AINSWORTH
27. Lee BROWN
28. Joe OASTLER
29. Gary BORROWDALE
30. Romone ROSE
31. Ray JONES
32. Elvijs PUTNINS
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Nottingham Forest Official Site - Dexter - It's A Done Deal
- Nottingham Forest are delighted to announce they have completed the signing of Dexter Blackstock from Queens Park Rangers.
- Forest have paid an undisclosed fee for the 23 year old, who had a spell on loan at The City Ground last season.
- Blackstock scored twice in six appearances for The Reds - including a dramatic match-winner against Bristol City - and was a key figure in the club's successful battle against relegation.
- Blackstock, Forest's eighth signing of the summer, has signed a four-year contract.
- He told Forest World: "I'm very happy to be back. It's nice to see the lads, the manager and the staff again and I can't wait to get back in the swing of things.
- "I enjoyed everything about my time with Forest last season. We were in the relegation zone and ended up surviving quite comfortably in the end and didn't lose in my time at the club.
- "I was really happy with the way things went. I've had a taste of what this club is all about and now I want more."
- Blackstock launched his career with Southampton, where he played alongside another of Forest's close season signings, David McGoldrick.
- He added: "David is a good friend. I came up through the youth system with him, as well as Arron Davies. If we play up front together, we'll know each other's games which can only bode well for the future." Nottingham Forest

QPR Official Site - BLACKSTOCK JOINS FOREST
- Dexter Blackstock has joined fellow Championship side Nottingham Forest for an undisclosed fee.
- The 23 year-old has penned a four year deal with Billy Davies' outfit.
- Blackstock joined QPR from Southampton in August 2006 and went on to make 116 appearances in all competitions, scoring 32 goals.
- However, he also spent time on loan at The City Ground last year, scoring two goals in six matches, and in doing so, helped the Reds to maintain their Championship status.
- The Club would like to place on the record its thanks to Dexter for his contribution to QPR and wish him all the best for the future. QPR

- FA Announces Results and Penalties re Accrington Stanley Players/Betting

- Match Reports and Magilton Comments on QPR's Forest Green Rovers Victory

- David Conn/The Guardian re Derby County and ABC (and QPR References)

- Reading Supposedly Want Taarrabt Loan

- QPR's England Goalkeeper, Ron Springett Turns Seventy-Four

- QPR's Former Striker Gary Bannister Turns 49

- Ex-QPR Captain, Marcus Bignot on Pre-Season Training

- England U-19s (without Dean Parrett) Draw Tournament Opener

- A Legal Issue Over Role/responsibilities of a Football agent (the player involved: Ex-QPR youth)

- The QPR Class of 2006: Who's Left

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Football Snippets Wednesday...Blackstock Officially Leaving...Flashback: QPR "European Champions"...Derby County (and QPR) Past With ABC

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- FA Announces Results and Penalties re Accrington Stanley Players/Betting

- Match Reports and Magilton Comments on QPR's Forest Green Rovers Victory

- David Conn/The Guardian re Derby County and ABC (and QPR References)

- Reading Supposedly Want Taarrabt Loan

- QPR's England Goalkeeper, Ron Springett Turns Seventy-Four

- QPR's Former Striker Gary Bannister Turns 49

- Ex-QPR Captain, Marcus Bignot on Pre-Season Training

- England U-19s (without Dean Parrett) Draw Tournament Opener

- A Legal Issue Over Role/responsibilities of a Football agent (the player involved: Ex-QPR youth)

- The QPR Class of 2006: Who's Left

QPR OFFICIAL SITE - DEXTER SET TO DEPART
- Dexter Blackstock is poised to join Nottingham Forest for an undisclosed fee.
- Rangers have agreed a fee with Forest for the 23 year-old striker, and the player has agreed personal terms with The City Ground outfit.
- Blackstock has passed a medical and should complete his move to The City Ground in the next 24 hours." QPR

Nottingham Forest Official Site - Blackstock On The Verge
- Nottingham Forest are today set to complete the signing of striker Dexter Blackstock from Queens Park Rangers.
- The Reds also hope to tie up the formalities of Joel Lynch's £200,000 switch from Brighton.
- Forest reached an agreement with QPR over an undisclosed fee for Blackstock (pictured) yesterday and after agreeing personal terms with The Reds, the player travelled to Nottingham to undergo a medical.
- That took place last night and it's now envisaged that his transfer will be finalised today.
- Blackstock had a spell on loan at The City Ground at the end of last sseason.
- Blackstock scored twice in six appearances for The Reds - including a dramatic match-winner against Bristol City - and was a key figure in the club's successful battle against relegation.
- He will sign a four-year City Ground contract." Nottingham Forest

[Nottingham Forest have announced the fees for their other recent signings]

- Also: Blackstock to Nottingham Forest "Forest will pay more than £1m to QPR for Blackstock..."

Four Years ago This Week: Ibiza and one of the great Official Site Headlines! - QPR Offical Site - July 19, 2005 EUROPEAN CHAMPIONS!

Rangers fought back from 2-0 down in the Copa De Ibiza final to claim the trophy with a 3-2 win.
- Two second half goals from Dean Sturridge and a late winner from Kevin Gallen turned the game on its head in a match that might well give Liverpool a run for their money when it comes to great European cup final comebacks!
- Trailing 2-0 at half time, thanks to some powerful Coventry finishing, Rangers had it all to do after the break.
- But two goals from Dean Sturridge gave Rangers a lifeline and there was yet more drama to come.
- Coventry had the ball in the back of the net, but the linesman's flag ruled it out. As play swung up the other end, Gallen was on hand to strike and ensure the cup was on the plane home to London.
- Although Monday's 5-0 win over local side Saint Antoni looked impressive, little can be learnt from a performance against a non league side.
- But it could be said that the final against Coventry would be a fairer indication of how Rangers may fare in this year's Championship.
- Once again Ian Holloway was able to give his entire squad a run out, apart from the injured Gareth Ainsworth and Martin Rowlands.
- It may have been just a pre-season tournament, but Rangers' determination was evident from the start as the team huddle that has become synonymous with the Superhoops was put into action.
- Adam Chambers had the first effort for Rangers after Aaron Brown whipped the ball across the face of goal, but the trialist skewed his shot over the bar.
- Rangers' task was made harder when Coventry took the lead through Dele Adebola on 25 minutes. Clean through, the imposing forward slotted past Jake Cole into the far corner.
- Tommy Doherty was introduced when Marc Bircham went down holding his ankle and there was more bad news for Rangers when Coventry doubled their lead through Gary McSheffrey.
- Rangers had it all to do in the second half and Dean Sturridge wasted no time in narrowing the scoreline with a delightful shot from the edge of the box.
- Coventry's disallowed goal was a heart stopping moment for Rangers fans, but they were soon elated with Gallen riffled the ball into the back of the net.
- There were just five minutes to sit out before the referee signalled Rangers' European victory and what will hopefully be the first silverware of the season.
- Rangers first half: Cole, Gallen, Bircham (Doherty), Evatt, Brown, Furlong, Rose, Miller, Bignot, Santos, Chambers
- Rangers second half: Royce, Shittu, Moore, Cook, Doherty, Shimmin, Hislop, Bean, Sturridge (Chambers), Hugo, Gallen QPR

- Done Deal: Sven Eriksson Announced as Notts County Director of Football

- Forty-Five Years Ago, Spurs's Legendary John White Killed by Lightening

- Oldham's Cryptic statement "Oldham Athletic Football Club will be making an official statement regarding the speculation of a move to a new stadium at 1-minute past midnight tonight."

FLASHBACK: AUGUST 9, 2006 - Blackstock Joins QPR

Wednesday, August 09, 2006 - Blackstock Signs for QPR-
QPR Official Site - August 9, 2009 - STRIKING A BALANCE
- QPR have added to their attacking options by completing the signing of Southampton striker Dextor Blackstock, for an undisclosed fee.
- The 20 year-old front-man today penned a three year contract at Loftus Road, and in doing so becomes Gary Waddock's seventh signing of the summer.
- A scorer of three goals in just seven first team starts last season, Blackstock - who is a quick, athletic and powerful predator - is in line to make his debut against Southend United this weekend.
- "It's great to be here,'' Blackstock told qpr.co.uk moments after putting pen to paper.
- "It had all gone a bit stale for me at Southampton and the chance to move to London was just too good to turn down. It's a fresh challenge for me and I couldn't be any happier.
- "I had a nice chat with Gary Waddock, who told me about the hunger and desire of the Rangers squad, so there was never any doubt I'd sign.
- "I've always enjoyed playing at Loftus Road in the past, so I'm really excited about making my debut here.''
- Waddock believes Blackstock will perfectly complement the group of strikers he currently has at his disposal, commenting: "He was at the top of my list when I first took over as Caretaker Manager, so I'm ecstatic.
- "I've been monitoring his progress since he was a kid, so it's magnificent that we've finally got him on board.
- "He's quick, intelligent and is a natural goalscorer.''
- Chairman Gianni Paladini is delighted that the R's prolonged search for a striker is finally over, saying: "It's a huge signing for us - we've been after him for the last four months or so.
- "He's the type of player Gary has been looking for and I'm delighted we've beat a number of top Club's to his signature.
- "He's a young player, with superb potential and I'm confident he can achieve big things here.
- "It's a sign of our intent that we've signed a player of his calibre and I'm sure the fans will join me in wishing him a successful stay at Loftus Road.''

Southampton Official Site Dexter Blackstock has joined QPR for an undisclosed fee.
The 20-year-old striker has moved on to the Londoners after three years on the south coast.
He joined Saints as a scholar from Oxford United but quickly became popular amongst fans after bagging a hat-trick against Colchester and scoring against local rivals Portsmouth in the 2004/5 season.
The arrivals of Grzegorz Rasiak and Bradley Wright Philips this season however have pushed Blackstock down the pecking order prompting his switch to the capital.
Blackstock has today put pen to paper on a three year deal at Loftus Road.

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Tuesday, July 21, 2009

QPR Update: QPR Reportedly In for DJ Campbell

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SkySports - Sky R's close on Campbell
Magilton keen on Foxes striker

Skysports.com understands Queens Park Rangers are closing in on the capture of Leicester City striker DJ Campbell.
The former Birmingham City man is not believed to be part of manager Nigel Pearson's plans and is expected to move on.
Campbell spent the second half of last season in the Championship with Blackpool, scoring nine league goals from 20 starts.
It now seems as though R's boss Jim Magilton is close to bringing the 27-year-old to the ambitious Loftus Road outfit.
Keeper on trial
Meanwhile, Magilton is also running the rule over experienced keeper Andy Marshall after handing him a trial.
The former Norwich, Ipswich and Millwall shot-stopper is out of contract after being released by Coventry over the summer.
Marshall is set to feature in The R's pre-season friendly against Forest Green Rovers as Magilton mulls over offering terms SkysSport

UPDATE:
QPR OFFICIAL SITE - ROWLY SET TO FEATURE
- Martin Rowlands has been named in the R's squad for tonight's friendly fixture against Forest Green Rovers at The New Lawn.
- The R's midfielder has been sidelined with an Anterior Cruciate Ligament injury since mid-January, but is set to feature against the Stripes this evening.
- Damion Stewart, who has returned from international duty with Jamaica, is also likely to play some part, whilst Jim Magilton will also hand three trialists the chance to impress.
- Goalkeeper Andy Marshall, South African front-man Davide Somma and striker Alessandro Pellicori are all expected to feature in the R's fourth friendly of the campaign.
- QPR squad: Marshall, Alberti, Agyemang, Buzsaky, Ephraim, Rowlands, Somma, Stewart, Pellicori, Brown, Davenport, German, Harris, Oastler, Parker, Putnins, Rose. QPR

QPR Squad for Tonight's Forest Green Rovers Game
- Andy Marshall (GK), Elvis Puttins (GK), Romone Rose, Damion Stewart, Patrick Agyemang, Alessandro Percolli, Akos Buzsaky, Hogan Ephraim, Martin Rowlands, Lee Brown, Joe Oastler, John Parker, Antonio German, Dan Davenport. - Forest Green vs QPR

- Andy Marshall Trialing at QPR? Backgrounder

- Ex-QPR Loan Kieran Lee Available for Loan

- Old QPR Crests

- Current Championship and QPR Promotion Odds (Various Bets)

- Mirror Also reporting Blackstock to Nottingham Forest
Mirror - DEXTER UP FOUR SHOT AT FOREST 21/07/2009
Dexter Blackstock is joining Nottingham Forest on a four-year deal.
The QPR striker, 23, had a medical with Championship rivals Forest yesterday.
Rangers have accepted a seven-figure undisclosed fee as Blackstock (above) would be out of contract next year.
Blackstock, who was on loan at Forest last term, will become the club's seventh summer signing." Mirror

- QPR Play Forest Green Rovers Tonight -

- Over the weekend, Forest Green Rovers played (and beat) Charlton Charlton: Match Report

- Flashback I: Stuart Wardley Signs for QPR (Ten Years Ago Today)

- Flashback II: QPR Off on the Italian Tour (Three Years Ago Today)

- Ex-QPR Tommy Doherty Extends His Wycombe Stay

- Ex-QPR Goalie, Nikki Bull Leaving Aldershot. Yeovil Interested

- Swansea Complete Lopez Signing and Lopez Praises Sousa

- Flashback I: One Hundred Days Since Sousa Axed by QPR

- QPR 1975/76 Video: Another great video showing how good QPR really were back in 1975-1976 with Bowles, Thomas, Francis et al.

- Newcastle United Reportedly Sold some 25,000 Season Tickets

- Manchester City Spending: Ostensibly a Gift not a loan

- Wrexham Fans Petition to Oppose Stadium Sale

- Some Americans Not Loving Beckham any more

- Prison for Ex-Derby County Board Trio

- Actor Greg Sulkinn, ostensibly once of QPR?

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Snippets...QPR Squad for Forest Green...Andy Marshall Trialing?...Championship Promotion Odds

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QPR Squad for Tonight's Forest Green Rovers Game
- Andy Marshall (GK), Elvis Puttins (GK), Romone Rose, Damion Stewart, Patrick Agyemang, Alessandro Percolli, Akos Buzsaky, Hogan Ephraim, Martin Rowlands, Lee Brown, Joe Oastler, John Parker, Antonio German, Dan Davenport. - Forest Green vs QPR

- Andy Marshall Trialing at QPR? Backgrounder

- Current Championship and QPR Promotion Odds (Various Bets)

- Mirror Also reporting Blackstock to Nottingham Forest
Mirror - DEXTER UP FOUR SHOT AT FOREST 21/07/2009
Dexter Blackstock is joining Nottingham Forest on a four-year deal.
The QPR striker, 23, had a medical with Championship rivals Forest yesterday.
Rangers have accepted a seven-figure undisclosed fee as Blackstock (above) would be out of contract next year.
Blackstock, who was on loan at Forest last term, will become the club's seventh summer signing." Mirror

- QPR Play Forest Green Rovers Tonight -

- Over the weekend, Forest Green Rovers played (and beat) Charlton Charlton: Match Report

- Flashback I: Stuart Wardley Signs for QPR (Ten Years Ago Today)

- Flashback II: QPR Off on the Italian Tour (Three Years Ago Today)

- Ex-QPR Tommy Doherty Extends His Wycombe Stay

- Ex-QPR Goalie, Nikki Bull Leaving Aldershot. Yeovil Interested

- Swansea Complete Lopez Signing and Lopez Praises Sousa

- Flashback I: One Hundred Days Since Sousa Axed by QPR

- QPR 1975/76 Video: Another great video showing how good QPR really were back in 1975-1976 with Bowles, Thomas, Francis et al.

- Newcastle United Reportedly Sold some 25,000 Season Tickets

- Manchester City Spending: Ostensibly a Gift not a loan

- Wrexham Fans Petition to Oppose Stadium Sale

- Some Americans Not Loving Beckham any more

- Prison for Ex-Derby County Board Trio

- Actor Greg Sulkinn, ostensibly once of QPR?

PREVIOUSLY POSTED
- Flashback: Ugo Ukah Signs for QPR
- Two Ex-QPR Birthdays Today
- Ex-QPR goalie, Nikki Bull Leaving Aldershot

- Creator of Subbuteo was a QPR Man! Interview With The Creator's Son (also a QPR Supporter)
- Taken from Scotzine "Subbuteo - The World’s Most Famous Football Game"
After a history of Subbuteo, there's an interesting interview with Mark Adolph (also a QPR supporter), the son of Subbuteo founder, Peter Adolph
Q & A with Mark Adolph
....What was the team you played the most in Subbuteo and why?
MA: Dad was, and I am a QPR supporter, so there was always a battle between us as to who would play Subbuteo with the QPR team. I always lost in the choice of team and Dad played with his QPR side and I more often than not played, using the Man City team. At the time, the late sixties and early seventies, my second team was Man City, as it had players like Colin Bell, Frannie Lee, Mike Summerbee. - Profile/Article

- Ex-QPR Tommasi Update

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Monday, July 20, 2009

Snippets Monday: Magilton on Loss...Pellicori Plays...How Truly Great QPR Were: 1975-1976 Video

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- QPR 1975/76 Video: Another great video showing how good QPR really were back in 1975-1976 with Bowles, Thomas, Francis et al.

UPDATE:

- Swansea Complete Lopez Signing

- QPR Play Forest Green Rovers Tomorrow. Over the weekend, Forest Green Played (and beat) Charlton: Match Report

- Some Americans Not Loving Beckham any more

- Prison for Ex-Derby County Board Trio

- Actor Greg Sulkinn, ostensibly once of QPR?

- SKSYSPORTs - Forest to bag Blackstock Striker close to City Ground switch
- Skysports.com understands Nottingham Forest are poised to sign QPR striker Dexter Blackstock.
- Forest are locked in talks with Rangers over a deal for Blackstock, who ended last season on loan at the City Ground.
- A fee in the region of £1.6million is believed to have been agreed with Forest offering Blackstock a four-year deal to move to the club.
- Blackstock impressed at Forest during his loan spell, scoring twice in six games and in the process helping Billy Davies' men escape relegation.
- If Blackstock completes his switch to Forest he will become the third new forward to arrive at the club this summer following the additions of Dele Adebola and David McGoldrick. Skysports

- Flashback: Ugo Ukah Signs for QPR

- Two Ex-QPR Birthdays Today

- Ex-QPR goalie, Nikki Bull Leaving Aldershot

QPR's Loose in Croatia - With Trialist (and supposed QPR signing) Alessandro Pellicori coming on in the second half; didn't score, but did get booked. Another trialist, goalie, Martin Lejsal played the entire game in goal.

QPR Official Site - JIM UPBEAT DESPITE DEFEAT
- Jim Magilton chose to look towards the positives despite suffering his first defeat as QPR boss in Croatia tonight (Sunday).
- Leading thanks to Rowan Vine's first half goal, Rangers eventually succumbed to a 3-1 defeat to NK Karlovac.
- Magilton told www.qpr.co.uk: "I've learnt a lot more about my players tonight.
- "No-one likes losing, least of all me, but the lads have got some more game time in their tanks and that's the most important thing at this time of year."
- Karlovac's comeback occured around the time Magilton made wholesale changes to his line-up midway through the second half, but the gaffer wasn't using that as an excuse.
- "We always planned to make changes at that stage and it might have disrupted the side a bit, but I'm not going to say that was the reason we lost," he said.
- "It had a positive effect when we made changes on Wednesday, but it went the other way this evening."
- Magilton and the rest of the Rangers squad head back to London tomorrow, and the gaffer is relishing the opportunity to put the wrongs of this defeat to right in the upcoming friendlies.
- "I've leant a lot throughout the tour and we'll highlight those things to the lads over the coming days and weeks," he said.
- "Like we've said, everything is geared towards August 8th against Blackpool." QPR

QPR Official Site NK KARLOVAC 3, QPR 1
- Rowan Vine marked his return to the QPR front-line with a goal, but Jim Magilton's men went down to a 3-1 defeat to PRVA Liga side NK Karlovac in Croatia tonight (Sunday).
- The R's front-man opened the scoring late on in the first half, only for the hosts - who begin their League campaign next weekend - to respond with three goals in a eleven minute purple patch, to the delight of a 2,000-plus home crowd.
- Zvonko Pamic equalised from the spot, before two goals in as many minutes from Matija Stefancic and Haris Redzepi handed the hosts a rather flattering victory.
- Magilton handed trialist Martin Lejsal a start in goal, with the keeper lining up behind a back four of Peter Ramage, skipper Fitz Hall, Kaspars Gorkss and Gary Borrowdale.
- Gareth Ainsworth and Hogan Ephraim occupied the wide midfield berths, with Matteo Alberti partnering Alejandro Faurlin in the middle of the park.
- Rowan Vine returned from injury to line up alongside Patrick Agyemang in attack.
- The first chance of note fell Vine's way in the eighth minute.
- A long through ball from Borrowdale caused hesitancy in the Karlovac rearguard, but despite beating his marker to the loose ball, Vine's connection was poor and home custodian Hrvoje Sunara gathered comfortably.
- The hosts, to their credit, were playing some neat stuff of their own, despite the long playing surface not making it conducive for free-flowing, quick passing.
- Karlovac's first attempt on goal arrived midway through the half.
- After picking the ball up inside his own half, Ivan Lajtman strode with purpose before letting fly from 30-yards with an effort that whistled wide.
- Josip Jerneic was next to try his luck, firing wide from an acute angle after the R's were punished for relinquishing possession far too cheaply in their own half.
- And it was the hosts who continued to pose the greater attacking threat, with the lively Jerneic having a goal chalked out for offside eight minutes before the interval.
- Rangers were continually frustrated by a combination of poor officiating and the theatrics of the Karlovac players, but their despair was short-lived.
- Faurlin's quick thinking from a quickly taken free-kick paid dividends when he spotted Vine making a break on the edge of the penalty box.
- And having got goalside of his marker, the shaven haired front-man slotted home at the second attempt from the edge of the six-yard box to hand Rangers a one goal lead.
- That's the way it stayed until the break, at which Magilton introduced Gavin Mahon and trialist Alessandro Pellicori.- But it was that man Vine who nearly made it two in the 53rd minute, firing a fierce drive on target, which Sunara parried before gathering at the second time of asking.
- The inevitable changes followed minutes later, with Messrs Routledge, Buzsaky and Leigertwood all entering the fray, before Magilton introduced four more players midway through the half.
- Pellicori's height made him a threat from set-pieces and from a Buzsaky corner in the 69th minute, the Italian forward glanced wide.
- Play switched quickly to the other end though and the hosts were awarded a spot-kick when Lejsal was adjudged to have tripped the roaming Stefancic and Pamic stepped up to send the giant Czech the wrong way from 12-yards.
Stefancic was the pick of the hosts' attacking players and he made it 2-1 eleven minutes from time, with an audacious effort from the left angle of the penalty box, that left Lejsal clutching at thin air.
- And bad turned to worse for the R's three minutes later, when Redzepi punished hesitancy in the R's back four and expertly clipped the ball into the far corner of the net.
- NK Karlovac: Sunara, Pilipovic, Vukman (Matika 75), Paracki (Stambolija 85), Baric (Redzepi 75), Novinic (Tokic 86), Jerneic (Stefancic 61), Lajtman, Pamic, Bunoza, Karabatic.
Subs: Parazajder, Vucemilovic-Grdic, Iftic, Redzepi, Kovacevic.
Goals: Pamic (70), Stefancic (79), Redzepi (81)
Bookings: Pamic (81), Bunoza (91)
- QPR: Lejsal, Ramage (Connolly 67), Borrowdale, Alberti (Leigertwood 59), Gorkss (Oastler 67), Hall (Brown 67), Ainsworth (Buzsaky 59), Ephraim (Routledge 59), Vine (Helguson 67), Faurlin (Mahon 46), Agyemang (Pellicori 46). Subs: Cerny, Balanta.
Goals: Vine (41)
Bookings: Pellicori (83) QPR
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Creator of Subbuteo was a QPR Man! Interview With The Creator's Son (also a QPR Supporter)
- Taken from Scotzine "Subbuteo - The World’s Most Famous Football Game"
After a history of Subbuteo, there's an interesting interview with Mark Adolph (also a QPR supporter), the son of Subbuteo founder, Peter Adolph
Q & A with Mark Adolph
....What was the team you played the most in Subbuteo and why?
MA: Dad was, and I am a QPR supporter, so there was always a battle between us as to who would play Subbuteo with the QPR team. I always lost in the choice of team and Dad played with his QPR side and I more often than not played, using the Man City team. At the time, the late sixties and early seventies, my second team was Man City, as it had players like Colin Bell, Frannie Lee, Mike Summerbee. - Profile/Article

- Ex-QPR Tommasi Update

- Flashback I: One Hundred Days Since Sousa Axed by QPR

- Flasback II: One Year Ago Today, the Iain Dowie "Era" Began With a Win

- Flashback III: Two Years Ago Today, Lee Cook Signed for Fulham

- Video of Nottingham Forest vs Les Ferdinand's QPR (1994-1995)

Blackstock to Nottingham Forest - Daily Star - FOREST IN TRIPLE SWOOP
- Billy Daives is set to complete a stunning triple swoop in the next 48 hours to take his summer spending towards the £6million mark.
- Chris Gunter, Dexter Blackstock and Paul McKenna are all heading to Nottingham Forest and should be officially unveiled early this week. [/b]..." Daily Star

- Paulo Sousa wants to land Fiorentina striker: Samuel De Carmine

- Victory for Young QPR: QPR Official Site-LAST-GASP WIN FOR YOUNG R'S

- Gorman and Magilton Happy With Briatore

- AKUTRs Dave Thomas Perspective (and latest AKUTRS)

- Year Flashback: Phenomenonal Demand for Season Ticket Sales

- Flasback II: A May 2008 Interview with Flavio Briatore on QPR

- Ex-QPR's Simon Walton's Plymouth Future in Question

- Ex-QPR Danny Nardiello Gets Second Blackpool Chance With Holloway

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Sunday, July 19, 2009

Football Snippets Sunday...Blackstock/Nott Forest....Subbuteo Creator Was a QPR Man!...Di Carmine to Swansea?...Victory for QPR Youth

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UPDATE: - QPR play their second and final overseas game tonight in Croatia agsinst NK Karlovac(Revised kick off time)
Team: QPR: Lejsal, Ramage, Borrowdale, Alberti, Gorkss, Hall, Ainsworth, Ephraim, Vine, Faurlin, Agyemang.
Subs: Cerny, Connolly, Brown, Oastler, Routledge, Leigertwood, Mahon, Buzsaky, Helguson, Balanta. QPR

- Ex-QPR Tommasi Update

- Flashback I: One Hundred Days Since Sousa Axed by QPR

- Flasback II: One Year Ago Today, the Iain Dowie "Era" Began With a Win

- Flashback III: Two Years Ago Today, Lee Cook Signed for Fulham

- Cancelled: Grimsby and Luton Errea Southwest Challenge Cup Final: Unable to Agree on Kickoff Time

- Manchester City: The Billion Dollar Team

- Video of Nottingham Forest vs Les Ferdinand's QPR (1994-1995)

Daily Star - FOREST IN TRIPLE SWOOP
- Billy Daives is set to complete a stunning triple swoop in the next 48 hours to take his summer spending towards the £6million mark.
- Chris Gunter, Dexter Blackstock and Paul McKenna are all heading to Nottingham Forest and should be officially unveiled early this week. ...[b]Blackstock, 23, is poised for a £1.6m switch from QPR after the striker impressed Davies on loan towards the end of last season. [/b]..." Daily Star

Creator of Subbuteo was a QPR Man! Interview With The Creator's Son (also a QPR Supporter)
- Taken from Scotzine "Subbuteo - The World’s Most Famous Football Game"
After a history of Subbuteo, there's an interesting interview with Mark Adolph (also a QPR supporter), the son of Subbuteo founder, Peter Adolph

Q & A with Mark Adolph

We caught up with Mark Adolph and asked questions relating to his dad, who invented Subbuteo and how his life was shaped by the game and by his dad’s fame also….

- Can you remember your very first game of Subbuteo and when was that? What was the score?
MA: I suppose my first game ever must have been against my Dad, but from an early age I remember just flicking players around in a very haphazard way. When I was old enough to play properly, Dad and I played on a very regular basis, on a table we had set up permanently, and I lost every time!
He never let me win and was always very competitive, so to beat him, or even to score I goal I had to learn to play at my best. For years I just could not win, but my game was steadily improving, and eventually, when I was about twelve or thirteen years old, I DID beat him fairly and squarely and I remember quite clearly that the score was 2-1. That was a momentous result for me, and from that day on I just got the feeling that Dad had to up his game when we played. There was no quarter given on either side and it was all, sadly, very competitive.

- Were your friends jealous/envious of you growing up with Dad, the inventor of Subbuteo, when you could get any team that you wanted? And can you still get teams etc, that no one else can get?
MA: No, I don’t think they were at all. To be honest, I don’t think it ever registered with them. It was just friends gathered together to play games of Subbuteo - like millions of other kids did at the time. I am sure that Dad did slip some of my friends the odd team if they wanted and they were happy with that. But certainly there was no envy involved at all. As far as still getting rare teams etc, I do have a fair few teams now, tucked away in a box somewhere, but the rare teams are now bought up by the avid collectors. None of mine I would call particularly rare. Just FREE!!

What was the best game of Subbuteo you have played or have seen being played and why?
MA: I think the best game I have played is any game in which I have won. I used to enjoy watching Dad play, mainly because he played the game how he had always intended it to be played - and that is quite slowly. It bit like a chess match I suppose. He was able to execute inswinging corner kicks which was a sight to behold - a feat which I have been told by tournament players is impossible, but the fact is I witnessed these first hand and know it is possible.

You published a book back in 2006 entitled “Growing Up With Subbuteo - My Dad Invented The World’s Greatest Football Game” How was it received by the hardcore Subbuteo fans and the ordinary punters alike?
MA: My book was received very well I think. There are other books around that just give the history of the game, but I felt that I was in a unique position to give an insight into what went on behind the scenes at Subbuteo and also give a personal account of the life of Peter Adolph. This was always my aim when writing my book and to steer away as much as possible from the exact history, as this information is readily available through other sources. I think the hardcore Subbuteo fans enjoyed it as they were able to get a grip on what made Peter Adolph tick and I believe that anyone reading it who was perhaps not a complete Subbuteo fan, found it to be a very “human” story. I hope that was the case anyway!

Are you proud to be labelled the “ son of Peter Adolph, the inventor of Subbuteo”, or does it get to you at times?
MA: Of course I am proud, but the strange thing is that it is only since Dad died in 1994, that I can look back and actually appreciate what Subbuteo meant to so many people, and see Dad as the inventor rather than just my father. When I was young and Subbuteo was at its peak of popularity, It never occurred to me that my Dad was doing anything any different to everyone elses Dad. What Dad did and was heavily involved in was just “what Dad did”. If that makes any sense. It never meant that much to me. In hindsight, which is a great thing, I wish I had been able to be more aware of what was going on.
Nowadays, I am always happy to talk about Subbuteo and have done quite a few interviews on radio and local television and the press. I suppose I feel privileged that Subbuteo is still in peoples consciousness after sixty odd years.

What was the team you played the most in Subbuteo and why?
MA: Dad was, and I am a QPR supporter, so there was always a battle between us as to who would play Subbuteo with the QPR team. I always lost in the choice of team and Dad played with his QPR side and I more often than not played, using the Man City team. At the time, the late sixties and early seventies, my second team was Man City, as it had players like Colin Bell, Frannie Lee, Mike Summerbee.

What makes Subbuteo so popular even after so many years especially today with the rise of the Computer and Console Football games like Football Manager and Fifa series Pro Evolution Soccer?
MA: Dad was asked in the mid eighties, when these football console games started to appear, what his thoughts were on the subject, and he replied that he felt that there was really no competition between the two genres and they could live quite easily side by side. I think up to a certain point he was correct, but with the advancement of new technology and the high quality graphics that are now available, these have taken over from the more tactile games like Subbuteo.
Of course, Subbuteo is still thriving in what I like to call an underground state, despite it not being readily available in retail outlets, despite the re launch in 2000 by Hasbro’s with their Subbuteo Dream Team package. Tournaments are still played worldwide, and clubs appear to be thriving and there are many people who are still avid collectors of Subbuteo, from the very rare teams and accessories to the more run of the mill items which they use for playing.

Did your father have any regrets in regards to the game and were there any ideas that he had that did not see the light of day, and could you give us a few examples if there were?
MA: I believe his only regret was that he sold Subbuteo to Waddingtons far too early in the company’s development in 1969. At the time, it seemed a good idea and the deal that was offered was too good to pass up. He sold Subbuteo for £250,000, which in 1969 was a huge amount of money - maybe around ten million in todays terms. He felt that under the Waddingtons umbrella, his brand of Subbuteo that he had built up over many years had lost its personal and hands on appeal. It had gone from what was basically a cottage industry to being just another brand in a large conglomerate.
Having sold up, he still could not let go and Dad and myself, had a cheeky idea to develop a very similar game to Subbuteo, but with different and unique accessories and try to sell it back to Waddingtons. Prototypes were produced and a small run of games produced, but, quite rightly so, Waddingtons refused to play ball with our new game, and promptly slapped an injuction on Dad to stop any more similar games being produced. It was fun though!

What lasting legacy do you think your Dad would have been most proud of? That the game is still being played to this day? Or that fans from all over the world play his game?
MA: I am sure that Dad would have been pleasantly surprised that the game is still going and that the brand name of Subbuteo is still very much in peoples consciousness, especially people of a certain age who were brought up with Subbuteo in the sixties and seventies.

Given that your Dad invented the game, how was he at playing the game? Was he an expert at it? And how are you at playing it? Do you enter competitions or do you take a back seat in those sort of things?
MA: I touched on this in a previous answer, but Dad was good, of course. He was able to make the players “dance”, and had a lovely deft touch - and an incredible hard and accurate shot.
His one downfall, I have to admit, was that he did tend to bend the rules whilst a game was in progress, to suit himself. It was done in jest most of the time, but who was anyone to question him!! When I played a lot during the seventies, I was reasonably adept at playing Subbuteo, and always my yardstick was how well and how convincingly I beat Dad!
I never played in competitions, as to be honest I was never up to that standard. These competition players are a joy to behold when playing at the top of their game. Nowadays though, it seems to me that competition Subbuteo is a far cry from the early days, mainly due to the fact that the bases are very different and do not have any spin capability, so the game ends up being played in straight lines. I suppose it is progress but I admit to being stuck firmly in the seventies, where Subbuteo is concerned!
Subbuteo was first published in Issue Five of The 12th Man fanzine. If you wish to know more about our fanzine please go here: http://scotzine.com/fanzines/
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Also: Wikipedia on history of Subbuteo

News of The World - SWANS EYE SAMUEL DI CARMINE
Paulo Sousa wants to land Fiorentina striker
- SWANSEA CITY chief Paulo Sousa wants to bring Fiorentina striker Samuel Di Carmine to the Liberty Stadium.
- Sousa worked with Di Carmine, 20, during his brief stint as QPR boss last season, and the former Juventus and Inter Milan star has approached the Serie A club about taking Di Carmine on a season-long loan.
- Sousa is desperate to bolster his attack after Jason Scotland's £2million switch to Wigan, but Italian second division club Ascoli are also keen to sign the highly rated Di Carmine.
- Sousa, who refused to name his transfer targets, said: "I want to bring in new players and I know the people I want to come in.
- "A striker is the priority. We have already opened talks with some players that have the characteristics we are looking for.
- "We are close to finalising the deals. I hope it will be sorted in a few days so they can start training with us."
- Di Carmine has made three senior appearances for the Viola.-= Sousa will make his first signing as Swans boss tomorrow when Jordi Lopez pens a two-year contract. News Of The World

Victory for Young QPR QPR Official Site-LAST-GASP WIN FOR YOUNG R'S - Sun 19 Jul 2009
- QPR Under-18's began their pre-season tour of Germany tonight (Saturday) with a last-gasp victory against 1FC Kaiserslautern at FC Lustadt.
- Trailing to a fourth minute opener, Steve Gallen's side had an Antonio German effort chalked out for offside six minutes later.
- Undeterred, the R's equalised eight minutes before the break, when Basagan Graham fired home after Michael Harriman's initial effort was saved by the home keeper.
- But the best was saved to the very end for Rangers, with youngster Frankie Sutherland firing the R's to victory from the spot in the 90th minute, after Christian Nanetti was tripped inside the box. QPR

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- Gorman and Magilton Happy With Briatore
- AKUTRs Dave Thomas Perspective (and latest AKUTRS)
- Year Flashback: Phenomenonal Demand for Season Ticket Sales

- Flasback II: A May 2008 Interview with Flavio Briatore on QPR
- Michael Owen Gets the Winner for Manchester United
- Ex-QPR's Simon Walton's Plymouth Future in Question
- Ex-QPR Danny Nardiello Gets Second Blackpool Chance With Holloway

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Friday, July 17, 2009

Football Snippets Saturday - Gorman and Magilton on Briatore Involvement... Ledesma Gets a New Club

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- Ex-QPR's Simon Walton's Plymouth Future in Question

- Ex-QPR Danny Nardiello Gets Second Blackpool Chance With Holloway

- Year Flashback: Phenomenonal Demand for Season Ticket Sales

- Flasback II: A May 2008 Interview with Flavio Briatore on QPR

- AKUTRs Dave Thomas Perspective (and latest AKUTRS)

- Video of Nottingham Forest vs Les Ferdinand's QPR (1994-1995)

- Old QPR Video Compilation

- West Ham Cleared...Newcastle Freeze all Transfers

Sporting Life - GORMAN PLAYS DOWN BRIATORE INFLUENCE
- John Gorman insists he and QPR boss Jim Magilton are under no illusions about the task facing them at Loftus Road.
- Magilton this summer became the fifth permanent manager to be named by Flavio Briatore in less then two years.
- Briatore's reign as chairman has been controversial, with reports suggesting his influence at times stretches to selecting the team, but assistant boss Gorman is not fazed by the Italian's reputation.
- "Jim and I knew what we were taking on when we took the job," said Gorman.
- "We feel we are strong enough to handle it and have a good relationship with the people above us." Sporting Life

Previously: Sporting Life - MAGILTON HAPPY WITH FLAVIO ROLE
- QPR boss Jim Magilton insists he will have no problem with chairman Flavio Briatore's input into the running of the club.
- Formula One chief Briatore has adopted a 'hands-on' role during his reign at Loftus Road, with reports claiming he has in the past even had a say in team selection.
- But Magilton, who is the fourth permanent manager appointed by Briatore in less than two years, is confident he can stamp his character on the west London club.
- "There is nothing wrong with people giving their opinions, but at the end of the day I will live and die by my opinions and my decisions," he said.
- "If you have bought a football club I think you have earned the right to have an opinion. I value people's opinions and I value the opinions of everyone at the club - but in the end they'll agree that I'm right!" SPorting Life

QPR Official Site - GAZ: THE TIME WAS RIGHT
- Gareth Ainsworth has spoken for the first time about his decision to return to the First Team ranks solely as a player.
- Having been named as part of Iain Dowie's backroom staff at the start of last season and then gone on to fill in as Caretaker Manager on two occasions during the 2008/09 campaign, Ainsworth made new R's gaffer Jim Magilton aware of his intentions to be treated solely as a playing professional earlier this summer.
- And speaking exclusively to www.qpr.co.uk about the decision, Ainsworth said: "I think the best thing for everyone was for me to get back to being a player. Not for me, not for anyone else - but for QPR.
- "Last season came a little bit too early for me. We needed a fresh start this summer and the new set-up here is looking great."
- Ainsworth added: "It's still very early days, but we're looking really sharp.
- "It's great to be around the lads again and I'm loving every minute.
- "The gaffer knows what he's going to get from me - the leadership, the fitness and the will-to-win. I'll always keep grafting for this Football Club."
- *You can hear more of Gareth Ainsworth's exclusive thoughts tomorrow on QPR World, when - amongst other things - he discusses an agonising final hole defeat to Martin Rowlands and Gavin Mahon for himself and Peter Ramage at the Hotel Livada golf course. QPR

- Emmanuel Ledesma Joins Novara Calcio

SOME ARTICLES POSTED YESTERDAY

- Jermaine Beckford Comes Off Leeds Transfer List
- "What's In Store for QPR?" - A Fan Perspective (Offer your view!)
- At QPR: "An embarrassment of Riches in Attack"?
- Nottingham Forest Sign (not loan) Spurs' Gunter
- Top Ten Shirt Sponsors

- Footballers coming to UK May seek higher Wages because of UK Tax increases and reduction in value of the currency
- Sousa at Swansea Wants to cut squad size
- QPR for Sunderland's Daryl Murphy?
- Flashback I: A Reminder how bad things were: QPR relegated, in administration, up for sale and releas sixteen players
- Flashback II: Three Years Ago: QPR Sign Adam Cerzkas & Egutu Oliseh

- Flashback III: Lee Cook and Danny Shittu Staying - Unless BIG offers
- 1979 Video: QPR Crushing Burnley
- Southampton Appoint Alan Pardew as manager "for an initial term of three seasons"
- Manchester United Cancel Indonesia game after hotel bombing
- Jerome Thomas Trialing at Hull

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Blackstock to Nottingham Forest?... Football Snippets Friday

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- UPDATE: Blackstock to Nottingham Forest. NOT Official. But now being "confirmed" on a Nottingham Forest Fansite

- Previously: Messageboard "Rumour" - A number of posters are strongly suggesting Dexter Blackstock is just about gone; joining Nottingham Forest. But nothing from either clubs (or from the Nottingham Forest Fan sites)

- Jermaine Beckford Comes Off Leeds Transfer List

- "What's In Store for QPR?" - A Fan Perspective (Offer your view!)

- At QPR: "An embarrassment of Riches in Attack"?

- Nottingham Forest set to sign (not loan) Spurs' Gunter

- Top Ten Shirt Sponsors

- Footballers coming to UK May seek higher Wages because of UK Tax increases and reduction in value of the currency

- Sousa at Swansea Wants to cut squad size

- QPR for Sunderland's Daryl Murphy?

- Flashback I: A Reminder how bad things were: QPR relegated, in administration, up for sale and releas sixteen players

- Flashback II: Three Years Ago: QPR Sign Adam Cerzkas & Egutu Oliseh

- Flashback III: Lee Cook and Danny Shittu Staying - Unless BIG offers

- 1979 Video: QPR Crushing Burnley

- Southampton Appoint Alan Pardew as manager "for an initial term of three seasons"

- Manchester United Cancel Indonesia game after hotel bombing

- David Conn on the Wycombe Takeover

- Jerome Thomas Trialing at Hull

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Thursday, July 16, 2009

QPR and Pellicori...Lee Cook Not Yet Recovered

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Jul 16 2009 London Informer/Ealing Gazette
QPR dig deep for Italian hot-shot Pellicori
- QPR will pay over the odds for Alessandro Pellicori - but only if the Italian striker proves he's worth a £1million fee during the next two games.
- Reports that the 27-year-old's transfer is a done deal are wide of the mark.
- But Rangers are worried that unless they pay far more than they might need to they will lose the prolific hitman to someone else.
- The deal will be rushed through if Pellicori's trial with Rs turns up trumps, because his club, Avellino, are on the verge of bankruptcy and after being relegated from Serie B they need all the cash they can get.
- Pellicori was last night (Wednesday) with the Rs squad on their tour of Slovenia and Croatia that ends on Sunday with the match against NK Carlovac - but an insider insisted Pellicori was just one of a number of irons in the fire.
- "If Jim Magilton likes what he sees," said the source, "then a deal can be done quickly. With the state Avellino are in it could be that a future creditor would let him go far more cheaply - but there are too many ifs and maybes to all of that."
- The player was loaned out to Serie B side Grosseto last season, and has done the rounds in Italy's second tier except for a single spell in the top-flight with Lecce three seasons ago.
- However, the season before last he hit 18 for Avellino in a notoriously defensive league, while playing as the lone hitman for the ailing club.
- An Rs insider said: "He's come to an age where he could be perfect for QPR - but that's all in the hands of the manager." Ealing Gazette

London Informer - Cook is far from ready
- LEE COOK is set to miss the start of the season.
The QPR forward had keyhole surgery on a damaged knee in May but has yet to return to any type of training.
- Speculation over the stricken player's condition was laid to rest this week when new boss Jim Magilton admitted Cook will not appear in pre-season - and it's doubtful he'll face Ian Holloway's Blackpool in the season opener at Loftus Road on August 8.
- Magilton said: "He is resting at the minute and under the hands of the club's medical team. He'll not feature for the next few weeks.
- "Yes, he's got a chance for the start of the season - but we'll see."
The Hammersmith-born player's season was curtailed with a recurrence of the problem, and his campaign was a hit-and-miss affair which he blamed on the season before when the same injury prevented him from kicking a ball during his doomed stay with Fulham.
- However, Martin Rowlands is champing at the bit to get some action after missing most of the last campaign as well, and Magilton admits his biggest problem is holding the Irish international back.
- He said: "We've got to keep the reins on Martin and take that responsibility from him.
- "We'll assess the situation on a daily basis - but it will be a couple of weeks and after we get back from Slovenia and Croatia before he gets some minutes on a pitch." Ealing Gazette

- Jerome Thomas Trialing at Hull

- Gary Penrice: Where he is Today
- Antonio Caliendo again claims re QPR Payments

-- Swansea announced Jordi Lopez Signing

- Ex-QPR John Hollins Turns 63

- Gary Borrowdale Turn 24

- Alan McDonald's Glentoran Crushed by Haifa Maccabi

- Premiership League Agents Fees to be Published

- £168,000 Watches Supposedly Given to Manchester City Players

- Nottingham Forest Squad Numbers Given Out

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QPR Football Snippets Thursday

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For truly cutting-edge, continually-updated news about QPR and football - and only QPR and football - Visit the messageboard (and quasi-blog) QPR Report Messageboard. All perspectives genuinely welcomed!

- Jerome Thomas Trialing at Hull

- Gary Penrice: Where he is Today
- Antonio Caliendo again claims re QPR Payments

- Swansea announced Jordi Lopez Signing

- Ex-QPR John Hollins Turns 63

- Gary Borrowdale Turn 24

- Alan McDonald's Glentoran Crushed by Haifa Maccabi

- Premiership League Agents Fees to be Published

- £168,000 Watches Supposedly Given to Manchester City Players

- Nottingham Forest Squad Numbers Given Out

QPR Official Site - FAURLIN EARNS PRAISE
- Jim Magilton praised the performance of debutant Alejandro Faurlin against NK Celje last night.
- Faurlin - who only received international clearance on Tuesday to play against the PrvaLiga Telekom Slovenije League side - lasted an hour in his first outing in the Blue and White Hoops, and made some impression,
- "He hasn't played for a while, so I was delighted with his display," Magilton told www.qpr.co.uk.
- "Of course he was always likely to tire towards the end of the game, because he hasn't played for a while, but overall I was really impressed.
- "He passed the ball really well and kept possession, so I'm delighted."
- Assistant Manager John Gorman added: "You can see the kid's a very good player.
- "He worked his socks off and played a very positive role in a very strong opening 40 minutes." QPR

QPR OFFICIAL SITE: Gaffer: A Great Workout
- Jim Magilton praised the efforts of his players following the 2-2 draw against NK Celje in Slovenia on Wednesday night.
- A brilliant brace from Angelo Balanta was arguably the biggest talking point on a sweltering evening at the Arena Petrol Stadium, but Magilton chose to praise his entire squad at full-time.
- "I thought the lads were excellent tonight," he told www.qpr.co.uk.
"Each and every one of them worked their socks off in boiling hot temperatures, and I can't praise them highly enough."
Magilton continued: "We scored two excellent goals and conceded two sloppy goals, but overall I'm really pleased with the work-out.
"I thought the first half display was fantastic in spells. We passed the ball well and moved it in the right areas.
"Some of our attacking player was right up there and the players are really beginning to profit from the work we're doing on the training ground."
- Whilst Rangers are just two weeks into their pre-season campaign, the hosts begin their new season on Saturday - a factor Magilton was keen to point towards at the full-time whistle.
- "We're just a couple of weeks in to our training schedule and they've been back five or six weeks, so it shows how well we've competed tonight," he said.
"The lads are looking sharp already and I'm really pleased with their efforts.
QPR
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QPR Official Site: Match Report NK CELJE 2, QPR 2
Angelo Balanta capped a fine individual performance with a deadly double, as the R's shared the spoils with NK Celje in Slovenia tonight (Wednesday).
- Balanta bagged a goal in each half, as Jim Magilton's men continued their pre-season build-up with an efficient - and at times incredibly free-flowing - display in humid conditions.
- Balanta gave Rangers a deserved lead on 22 minutes, curling a delightful effort in to the back of the net from 12-yards.
- But Celje responded with the final kick of the first half, as Dario Biscan slotted into a vacant net, after Uros Korun's initial effort bounced back off the post.

And they took the lead 60 seconds into the second half, as Dejan Krljanovic fired home at the back post past a startled Radek Cerny.

But it was Balanta's evening and he made it all square again moments later, smashing the ball home from an acute angle.

R's new signing Alejandro Faurlin made his full QPR debut against the PrvaLiga Telekom Slovenije League side.

Faurlin partnered skipper Mikele Leigertwood in the heart of the R's midfield, as Magilton's men began their pre-season tour in stifling conditions at the Arena Petrol Stadium.

Cerny started in goal for Rangers, behind a back four consisting of Peter Ramage, Kaspars Gorkss, Matt Connolly and trialist Ivan Gvozdenovic.

Balanta and Wayne Routledge occupied the wide midfield berths, with Patrick Agyemang partnering Heidar Helguson in attack.

Faurlin's first touch in a Blue and White hooped shirt was exquisite, playing a delightful crossfield pass into the path of Balanta, whose foray on goal was blocked on the edge of the six-yard box.

Inevitably, it was Balanta who had the R's first effort in the fifth minute, arriving on to Routledge's back post cross, only to head high and wide from the edge of the six-yard box.

Helguson was the next R's player to try his luck three minutes later, firing wide from an acute angle following a deft Balanta through ball.

Rangers were quietly asserting their dominance on proceedings and on the quarter hour, Connolly fired a Faurlin corner towards goal, only to see his effort blocked by a stray Celje leg.

Celje keeper Aleksander Seliga was the most overworked player on the pitch in the opening stanza, called upon again to deny Helguson in the 19th minute.

But there was nothing he could to prevent Rangers taking a deserved lead midway through the half.

Having left his marker trailing in his wake, Balanta played a neat one-two with Leigertwood before curling a sublime right footed strike into the roof of the net from 12-yards.

It was a textbook finish from the young Colombian - and Rangers' just reward for a dominant opening.

To their credit, the hosts refused to lie down and Biscan's audacious 40-yard free-kick flew a yard or so wide of Cerny's right hand post.

But it was Rangers who continued to push forward in numbers, with Routledge bringing the very best out of Seliga on the stroke of half-time with a crafty effort, with the outside of his right boot.

As such, it came as something of a bolt from the blue when Celje equalised in the 45th and final minute of the first period.

Korun's shot bounced back off the post and Biscan was first to react to the loose ball, slotting home into a gaping goal from 12-yards.

Buoyed by their goal, Celje bagged a shock second moments in to the second period, as substitute Krljanovic thrashed home a fearsome volley at the back post.

Rangers very nearly responded in kind a minute later, with Balanta firing inches wide following a sublime Agyemang pass.

Undeterred, the Colombian made no mistake with his next effort, thrashing an unstoppable strike across replacement keeper Amel Mujcinovic, that left the Celje number one clutching at thin air.

Magilton was good to his word in terms of ringing the changes around the hour mark, with the entire R's bench - with the exception of Gavin Mahon who replaced the ill Leigertwood on 37 minutes - entering the fray.

One of those replacements, keeper Elvijs Putnins, went down low to his left deny Slavisa Dvorancic from close range 15 minutes from time, whilst at the other end, Mahon's flying header flew wide of the right hand upright.

As was the case throughout the majority of the 90 minutes, it was Rangers who posed the greater attacking threat as the clock ticked down, with Helguson firing a fearsome half-volley off the face of the crossbar following yet more efficient wide play from livewire Routledge.

Remarkably, there was still time for the R's to have a goal chalked out for a foul on keeper Mujcinovic, as Gareth Ainsworth stooped to head home.
- The decision seemed harsh, but as always in pre-season - it's fitness and match practice, as opposed to results - that matter most.
= NK Celje: Seliga, Bakaric, Oparenovic, Bjelkanovic, Centrih, Straus, Korun, Saric, Mocic, Sacripanti, Biscan.
Subs (used): Mujcinovic, Kacicnik, Romih, Mijatovic, Kovac, Popovic, Horvat, Urbanc, Krljanovic, Dvorancic, Kuljanac, Mocivnik, Kraljic.
Goals: Biscan (45), Krljanovic (46)
Bookings: Kovac (80)
QPR: Cerny (Putnins 61), Ramage (Brown 63), Gvozdenovic (Ainsworth 60), Connolly, Gorkss (Oastler 63), Leigertwood (Mahon 37), Routledge, Balanta, Helguson, Faurlin (Alberti 57), Agyemang (Borrowdale 61).
Goals: Balanta (21 & 54)
Bookings: Routledge (57), Ainsworth (65), Alberti (70)
QPR

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Wednesday, July 15, 2009

Tonight's Lineup....The Purchase of QPR..Eckersley Explains Why Burnley Over QPR....No Blackstock Sale (as of Now)

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QPR Official Site - FAURLIN STARTS IN CELJE
"R's new signing Alejandro Faurlin will make his full QPR debut in Slovenia tonight....trialist Ivan Gvozdenovic.....QPR: Cerny, Ramage, Gvozdenovic, Connolly, Gorkss, Leigertwood, Routledge, Balanta, Helguson, Faurlin, Agyemang. Subs: Oastler, Putnins, Brown, Borrowdale, Mahon, Alberti, Ainsworth. QPR

- Eckersley signs for Burnley. Explains Why Chose Burnley over QPR
"...[QPR] are a big club. But it was a no-brainer when Burnley came, because I want to perform in the Premier League..."

- Pellicori Speaking re Signing for QPR

- Mail/Ashley Gray - Briatore put the brakes on Ecclestone's plot to buy Roma and chose QPR, says FIFA agent
- There was always a surreal quality to Briatore turning up at Loftus Road with billionaire F1 ringmaster Bernie Ecclestone and Indian industrial tycoon Lakshmi Mittal, the world's eighth richest man.
- And it seems the middling Championship club were in fact their second choice.
- Argentine FIFA agent Luis Ruzzi has revealed he was brokering a deal for Briatore and Ecclestone to buy cash-strapped Serie A giants Roma until negotiations became complicated and they took their billions off to west London.
- 'I am very close to Bernie Ecclestone,' said Ruzzi.
- 'We have been friends since I used to organise the Argentine Grand Prix.'
Ruzzi explained how 78-year-old Ecclestone had wanted to buy Roma from the Sensi family.
-'He was concerned,' said Ruzzi. 'So me and the representative of the Sensi familiy, Gianroberto De Giovanni, went to lunch in London with Ecclestone and Briatore, who was to be the chairman.
- 'Ecclestone wanted to buy the club, but Briatore wanted to think it over. The operation was too complicated. A few weeks later the two men bought QPR.' Mail

Ben Kosky/Kilburn Times No move to clear the Dex
- QPR have not yet received any bids for Dexter Blackstock - and manager Jim Magilton is keen to keep the striker at Loftus Road.
- Blackstock's Rangers career appeared to be over when he was shunted out of the door and loaned to Nottingham Forest in March at the behest of co-owner Flavio Briatore.
- But, after Blackstock had helped them stave off relegation to League One, Forest failed to follow up their initial interest in the player and have since signed Dele Adebola and David McGoldrick.
- Now the 23-year-old is back in Shepherd's Bush and Magilton told the Times: "As I see it, Dexter's a QPR player and you haven't heard anything from me to reverse that situation.
- "I'm sure if an offer came in for any player at any club the length and breadth of the country, the board would always consider it. But at the moment there hasn't been any offer.
- "Dexter's applied himself terrifically well. I've absolutely no problem with him or any of the other players being here and, as long as they keep applying themselves in the same manner, there won't be any problem."
- Blackstock, who has been QPR's top scorer in two of the three years since he joined the club in a £500,000 switch from Southampton, is under contract to the club until next summer.
- He played the second half of Rangers' opening pre-season friendly at Aldershot Town last weekend, scoring their fourth goal, and could feature again on Wednesday against Slovenian side NK Celje.
- Blackstock stated: "As it stands, I've got a year left and, until circumstances change or QPR accept a bid for me, I don't have a decision to make.
- "There may have been some talk between agents and chairmen, but I'm just concentrating on getting fit for the start of the season and I think the manager wants me in his plans.
- "The way he wants us to play football is the right one and I think he's got the players' respect straight away, which is hard to get sometimes these days.
- "As long as I'm still at QPR, I'll give my all. I can't let the fans down because they've been good to me - they responded to me again well at Aldershot and it was nice to get a goal and send them home happy."
- Meanwhile, former Republic of Ireland striker David Connolly, who also featured for the Rs at Aldershot, has travelled with the squad to Slovenia as Magilton muses whether or not to offer him a contract.
- Connolly, 32, has an impressive pedigree at Championship level with Watford, Wolves, Wimbledon, West Ham and Leicester, but missed last season through injury and was released by Sunderland this summer.
- Magilton added: "David's had 16 or 17 months where he hasn't played a lot of football, so 45 minutes at Aldershot isn't going to make my mind up just yet. There's a long way to go."
- Captain Martin Rowlands has accompanied the squad after recovering from his cruciate ligament tear, but is not expected to feature either on Wednesday or in Sunday's clash with Croatian side NK Karlovac.
- Injured winger Lee Cook and club record signing Alejandro Faurlin - who is still waiting to receive international clearance after his £3.5m move to Loftus Road - were both omitted from the squad Kilburn Times

Ben Kosky/Kilburn Times - No rest for Radek just yet
- RADEK Cerny will continue to play every minute of every friendly until QPR tie up a deal for a new goalkeeper.
- Cerny, who was the sole Rangers player to complete 90 minutes at Aldershot on Saturday, is now the only senior keeper at the club following the summer departures of Lee Camp to Nottingham Forest and Jake Cole to Barnet.
- The Rs failed to agree a deal with Manchester United's Tom Heaton, and flew to Slovenia on Monday with only youth team keeper Elvijs Putnins and triallist Martin Lejsal as back-up to Cerny.
- "Radek will play every game until we get another one in," confirmed boss Jim Magilton. "We've got a few irons in the fire and if we can find one who will bring competition into the club, then I'll be looking to sign him.
- "Competition's very important - it keeps everyone on their toes. Radek's 35 now, he's an outstanding keeper, and he needs that sort of pressure week in week out."
- Magilton handed Gary Borrowdale his long-awaited first-team debut against the Shots, but is also on the lookout for another left-back to replace Damien Delaney after his £700,000 move to Ipswich earlier this month.
- But Moritz Volz, who played for Magilton during a loan spell at Ipswich last season, is not on the new QPR manager's radar despite his recent release by Fulham.
- "It's probably helpful to have lads who know the division and know what sort of standard they're getting themselves into," Magilton added.
- "I think when good players come along, we will certainly be in the market. But it's important that whoever comes in is better than what we have, that's the bottom line." Kilburn Times

- Dean Parrett Withdrawn from England U-19 Squad

- Ex-QPR Frank Clarke, Turns 67

- Five Years Ago Today: "Foreign investors step in to keep QPR in business"

- 1981/82 QPR Video: QPR vs Barnsley

- Alan MacDonald's Glentoran play Haifa Maccabi Tonight

- David Conn: Who Owns Carlos Tevez

- "Sports Teams Suffer Major Financial Blow"

- Crystal Palace's USA Development Programme

- Fascism and Italian Football: Part I

- ABC Loan Flashback: Past Focus

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Football Snippets Wednesday

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- QPR play NK Celje tonight Wednesday 15th July (8.00pm)
QPR Official Site - MAGILTON: A GOOD TEST
- After settling in to the squads headquarters in Toplice, R's boss Jim Magilton is relishing tonight's friendly against NK Celje at the Arena Petrol Stadium.
- Speaking exclusively to www.qpr.co.uk, Magilton - whose oversaw his first training session on foreign soil yesterday - said: "It's another good test for us - both in terms of our fitness levels and our level of performance.
- "It's a chance for the lads to show me what they can do and a chance for me to run the rule over them all again after Saturday."
- After giving each of his squad members 45 minutes to impress against Aldershot at the weekend, Magilton is set to play some for an hour versus Celje, and then reverse the trend for the clash against NK Karlovac on Sunday evening.
- "We'll probably mix it up a bit," said Magilton.
- "Some will play for an hour or so on Wednesday and then play half hour on Sunday, and vice-versa."
- Rowan Vine (hamstring) won't feature this evening, whilst Martin Rowlands (knee) is unlikely to be risked. QPR

- Dean Parrett Withdrawn from England U-19 Squad

- Ex-QPR Frank Clarke, Turns 67

- Five Years Ago Today: "Foreign investors step in to keep QPR in business"

- 1981/82 QPR Video: QPR vs Barnsley

- Alan MacDonald's Glentoran play Haifa Maccabi Tonight

- David Conn: Who Owns Carlos Tevez

- FIFA to Clamp Down on International Transfers

- "Sports Teams Suffer Major Financial Blow"

- Crystal Palace's USA Development Programme

- Fascism and Italian Football: Part I

- ABC Loan Flashback: Past Focus

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Tuesday, July 14, 2009

QPR Announce Ticket Prices...Report 70% Season Tickets Already Sold

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QPR Official Site CHAMPIONSHIP PRICES REVEALED
- Adult supporters who attend our opening day fixture against Blackpool at Loftus Road will be able to do so from as little as just £20!
- Today's matchday prices - revealed exclusively on www.qpr.co.uk - represent excellent value for money, with our lowest prices considerably lower than two years ago.
- And what's more, as we continue our drive to attract the next generation of QPR fans to Loftus Road, Under-8's will again be able to support their heroes for free next season.*...
- Although matchday prices represent excellent value for money, the savings on offer to Season Ticket holders are far more significant.
- We've already sold 70 per-cent of our Season Tickets for next season, and by looking at the savings below, you can see why!

"... ..With just under four weeks to go until the big kick-off against the Seasiders, the feel-good factor is reaching fever-pitch and we'll be going all out to make it an opening day to remember in W12."
- And to celebrate, in this - the 50th successive year of the famous Blue and White Hoops - we'll not only be bringing back QPR legends from yesteryear, but we'll also be holding an opening day extravaganza to remember at Loftus Road.
- [b]We plan to celebrate in style, with a variety of pitch displays; children's entertainment in the Family Stand; and the all-conquering QPR Ladies team will also be on hand to receive their League title trophy.
That's just a taster of what's to come, so don't miss out!
- R's boss Jim Magilton told www.qpr.co.uk: "The first day of the campaign is always one to remember and we'll be going all out to make sure we start the season with a bang.
"The supporters at this Club have always backed their side and it will be great to see a packed house against Blackpool, as we aim to start the eason in style"
- Off the field, we have introduced a new season card and ticketing system that we hope will enhance your matchday experience when entering the stadium.
- Instead of Season Ticket booklets, supporters will now have a convenient sized card, with a unique barcode printed on it.
- It really does promise to be a season to remember, so if you don't want to miss a kick, flick, save or trick, make sure you're one of the first fans to book a ticket for our first three home fixtures of the Championship season when they go on sale on Tuesday 21st July."
Come on U R's! See QPR Official Site for Specific Prices

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QPR's Steve Gallen Talking About Youth Prospects...Goalie Trialing With QPR...Padula's White House

- White House Welcome for Gino Padula and Rest of Columbus Crew, including video

- QPR 2009/2010 Ticket Prices Announced

- Here Comes Jordi Lopez (to Swansea)
- Extensive 1982 Video:QPR vs Barnsley
- Paulo Sousa as Nice Guy
- Ex-QPR Danny Maguire, Probably NOT to Crystal Palace
- Q&A With Rowan Vine
- Financial Crisis Hitting Lower League Clubs in Italy
- Premier League Teams Touring the World, Pre-Season (for Financial Reasons)- The MLS "All Star" XI Announced. (A couple additions to come) Vs Everton
- Allesandro Pellicori allegedly signed a three year contract

QPR Official Site - GALLEN: 'EXPERIENCE THE KEY'
- New Youth Development Manager, Steve Gallen, has hailed the arrival of Marc Bircham as his Assistant, and insists his experience will be invaluable.
- Bircham was officially appointed Youth Development Assistant Manager last week, as part of a backroom reshuffle which also saw Keith Ryan promoted to Reserve Team Manager.
- Speaking exclusively to www.qpr.co.uk, Gallen said: "First and foremost, I'm delighted for Keith. He's done an excellent job with the Youth set-up and he'll be a great appointment as Reserve Team boss."
- "I'm pleased we've got Birchy in though," he added.
- "He's got bundles of energy and has a massive passion for the Football Club. He's a QPR fan like myself and I'm really pleased we've got some QPR people on board."
- Gallen added: "Birch has been brought up in the finest traditions of QPR. And his experience will be invaluable, especially at an age group where he can influence the players.
- "He's an honest guy and the young lads are already looking up him, which is excellent.
- "He's been on his A license and he's been doing coaching behind the scenes, so it's not totally new to him, and I've got no doubts he'll be absolutely fine."
- The pair's first major assignment as a double-act will be to lead the R's young-guns to Germany for their annual pre-season training camp in Edenkoben on Wednesday.
- Rangers will play three matches in six days during their tour - including a tie against the Rwandan Under-19 side - but Gallen insists there's far more to the tour than the fixtures themselves.

"It's a great opportunity to get the lads together," he said.
- "We've just had a new intake of First Year Scholars - there are ten new players here and to be able to get them together with the others at this early stage is great."
- Gallen added: "I'm not too worried about the games to be honest.
- "Of course, once we get out there we'll want to go out and win them, but it's all about gelling and working on systems really.
- "It's going to be really interesting to play against a national team and will be a great experience for the boys.
- "Last season we were very, very lucky that we played abroad on three different occasions, and they were great experiences.
- "Playing against Rwanda, in particular, will be great for me as a Coach and a hugely positive step for the players."
- Gallen - who saw his Under-18's draw 1-1 with Kings Langley in their opening pre-season friendly on Saturday - continued: "It's a great chance to experiment. I've got some different ideas that I want to play around with, based around the players we've got in both age groups.
- "We'll experiment with the 4-3-3 we've played for the last few years and we'll also look at 3-5-2 as well. The lads can always fall back into a 4-4-2 when required, because the majority of them have grown up with it."
- And the emphasis for Gallen and Bircham remains as it always has been.
- "The main focus is bringing players through for Jim and the First Team backroom staff to look at," said Gallen.
- "I'm speaking regularly to the Manager about the group we've got and those conversations will continue throughout the season." QPR

SPORTING LIFE/Vasek Kadlec - LEJSAL SET FOR HOOPS SPELL
- Czech goalkeeper Martin Lejsal has revealed he will spend time training with QPR with the hope of impressing manager Jim Magilton.
- The FC Brno shot-stopper had been linked with a move to an unnamed Championship club - but has now revealed their identity.
- When asked where he would be heading, he told MF DNES: "Queens Park Rangers from the Championship.
- "I am set to travel with then to a training camp this week. My agent says he has some other offers, but this is a good one and a specific one.
- "He has spoken with the manager and he wanted me to arrive.
- "My dream is to play for some English club. The Premier League is the world's best league nowadays and I would like to play in it at some point.
- "So I am doing all I can to be as close as possible." Sporting Life

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Man Ut's Eckersley Rejects QPR...Blackstock Prepared to Stay...Ex-QPR Gino Padula Meets President Obama...QPR Training/Bonding...Routledge Star

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- Extensive 1982 Video (Promotion Season under Terry Venables!)QPR vs Barnsley
- Ex-QPR Danny Maguire, Probably NOT to Crystal Palace
- Q&A With Rowan Vine
- Paulo Sousa as Nice Guy
- Financial Crisis Hitting Lower League Clubs in Italy
- Premier League Teams Touring the World, Pre-Season (for Financial Reasons)
- The MLS "All Star" XI Announced. (A couple additions to come) Vs Everton
- Allesandro Pellicori allegedly signed a three year contract

- Mirror/Alan Nixon - United's Eck of a surprise
- Defender Richard Eckersley stunned Manchester United yesterday by rejecting a new deal - and Premier League new boys Burnley are now set to sign him.
- Right-back Eckersley (above) came through the ranks and was on the brink of a breakthrough at Old Trafford, but wants regular first-team football in the top flight. The Salford-born 20year-old will talk with Owen Coyle's Burnley after rejecting a move to QPR..." Mirror

- White House Welcome for Gino Padula and Rest of Columbus Crew: Additional Photos and Text

BBC - Blackstock happy to remain at QPR
- Queens Park Rangers striker Dexter Blackstock says he is happy to remain at the club next season.
- The 23-year old was loaned to Nottingham Forest last season in a move that angered then-boss Paulo Sousa, who did not want him to leave.
- Former England Under-21 man Blackstock told BBC London 94.9: "At the moment I've got a year left on my contract.
- "Unless that changes or anything happens in the meantime I'll be a QPR player for next season."
- Blackstock made a goal-scoring return to the side, as QPR defeated Aldershot 4-0 on Saturday before heading off for a pre-season tour of Slovakia.
- Having been at the centre of the rift between Sousa and the club's owners, with the Portuguese leaving QPR shortly afterwards, Blackstock now wants to concentrate on a positive future under new manager Jim Magilton.
- "I went on loan (to Nottingham Forest) for the last six games of the season, but it was just a loan and there was nothing permanent in the deal," he said.
- "Jim's been very good, the way he wants us to play is in the right way and right manner. I think he's got the respect of the players straight away."
- Magilton added that he has been pleased with the attitude of last season's top scorer since he took over as manager, and has hinted that Blackstock does have a part to play next season.
- He said: "Dexter's worked extremely hard in pre-season. Until that changes I don't see any reason why he shouldn't be (in my plans)."
- Meanwhile, Magilton hopes to make further additions to his squad before they kick off their Championship campaign at home to Blackpool on 8 August.
- He has already spent £3.5m on Argentine midfielder Alejandro Damian Faurlin, but with goalkeeper Lee Camp leaving to Forest and defender Damien Delaney joining Ipswich, there are still gaps to fill.
- "We've lost a goalkeeper and obviously a left-back so we'll be trying in the next couple of weeks to bring a few new signings in," he said.
- "If a good player comes along we'll try and entice him to London and entice him to QPR and let's hope that happens."
- Asked if funds will be made available for new players, Magilton added: "I'll go and identify a player, present it to the board and if the board say 'yes', wonderful, and we'll say 'A, B, C - one, two, three' whatever it takes to get good players into the club." BBC

QPR Official Site - OPEN TRAINING SESSION
- Thursday's training session at FC Mura in Murska Sobota will be open to all QPR supporters.
- The 90 minute session, which is scheduled to start at 11.15am approximately, will see Jim Magilton's men put through their paces a day after the friendly fixture against NK Celje on Wednesday evening.
- Supporters should note, however, that all other training sessions in Slovenia will be behind-closed-doors, as Magilton and co. continue their build-up to the start of the new season. QPR

QPR Official Site - WORKING CAMP
- The QPR First Team squad touched down in Slovenia on Monday evening, with boss Jim Magilton ready to run the rule over his side over the next seven days.
- Rangers play two matches in five days on tour, but Magilton believes he will arguably learn more about his squad off the pitch, than on it, over the coming days.
- "This is a great opportunity for me to get to know the lads, and for them to get to know me and my staff too," he told www.qpr.co.uk.
- "I need to get to know what makes them tick - as players and as people.
- "Team bonding plays a crucial role throughout the course of a season and we'll be looking to get the very best out of all the lads' personalities."
- Magilton added: "We're here to work hard, make no mistake about that.
- "It's a training camp totally geared towards the start of the season on August 8th. Everything we're doing now is in preparation for the opening day fixture against Blackpool."
- Rangers lock horns with NK Celje tomorrow (Wednesday) night, before travelling to Croatia for the tie with NK Karlovac on Sunday evening. QPR

The Sun/GARETH DAVIES Published: 12 Jul 2009 "Top 10 stars from the Championship"
"...THEY are the Championship stars who are chasing the Premier League dream.
As the 2009-10 season prepares for the big kick-off, SunSport looks at the performers who could put million-pound smiles on the faces of their club chairmen.
With Newcastle and Middlesbrough relegated, there are some big-name players on big-money contracts now plying their trade below the top flight.
But there are also some talented young guns from the smaller clubs determined to make their mark — either through promotion or their own move to English football's top tier. Click on the images, above right, to view our latest top 10.
- ...No 10. Wayne Routledge. Club: QPR Age: 24. Position: Midfield
- THIS massively-skilled player knows he has two points to prove this season.
- First, he must turn his talents to lifting Rangers to promotion.
- Second, he must show that he belongs in the Premier League. He never really got a chance at Tottenham or Aston Villa but crackled into life when he went on loan to Cardiff last season.
- Just as the Welsh club were poised to sign him permanently, moneybags QPR stepped in to take him back to London.
- Routledge can be a real handful for defenders and a few top performances would bring the big clubs running" The Sun

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Monday, July 13, 2009

QPR Snippets Monday...Magilton on Buzsaky...Q&A With Rowan Vine

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- White House Welcome for Gino Padula and Rest of Columbus Crew

- Allesandro Pellicori allegedly signing on a three year contract

- Other QPR Player Contracts
- Damion Stewart Sent Home
- Three Ex-QPR Birthdays
- Bradford's Reduced Prices for Season Tickets
- Sports Teams Suffer Major Financial Blow
- England U-17 Squad
- John Hartson: Brain Cancer
- No Barry Hayles to QPR!

Magilton On Buzsaky
Ben Kosky/Kilburn Times
"...Akos has got real quality," said Magilton. "He was a big loss last year and he's worked extremely hard on his fitness all summer while everyone else has been out sunning themselves. He deserved to start, it's just reward and I was pleased with a lot of the things he did, but less pleased with some of the other things, so there's a bit still to work on. Everyone got 45 minutes - apart from Rowan Vine, who had to come off just as a precaution - and I was happy with our finishing, which was probably the difference between the two sides." Kilburn Times

QPR Official Site - THE WAITING GAME
- Jim Magilton is 'waiting by the phone,' as his search for new faces continues at Loftus Road.
- Speaking exclusively to www.qpr.co.uk prior to the First Team's departure to Slovenia this lunchtime, Magilton said: "We're continuing to work very hard on the transfer front.
- "We're close on one or two things, but we're not going to discuss our targets because that's not the correct thing to do.
- "We're waiting on a few phone calls though."
- Magilton added: "Clearly we're on the lookout for new players.
"We need a goalkeeper and hopefully we'll have something to say on that front soon." QPR

Official Site - JIM'S 'DELIGHT' AT SHOTS VICTORY
- Jim Magilton declared himself 'delighted' with the R's performance in our opening pre-season friendly against Aldershot Town on Saturday.
- Goals from Akos Buzsaky, Heidar Helguson, Patrick Agyemang and Dexter Blackstock ensured Magilton's reign got off to a winning start, to the delight of their gaffer.
- "I was really pleased - delighted," he told www.qpr.co.uk.
- "There were a lot of positive things that came out of the football match.
- "The finishing was first class and I'm delighted for Akos and Pat in particular. They each had frustrating campaigns last term and for them to notch on Saturday was great."
- Magilton added: "We passed the ball well in patches, looked sharp with and without the ball and generally performed quite well."
- However, Magilton warned against complacency, adding: "There's still a lot of work to be done.
- "The fitness side of things will take care of itself over the coming weeks, but we didn't keep possession well enough in certain areas of the pitch.
- "We were wasteful at times and that disappoints me. However, we're heading in the right direction and I'm pleased with how we're set at this stage." QPR

QPR Official Site - VINE 'WILL TRAVEL' TO SLOVENIA
- Rowan Vine will travel to Slovenia with the rest of the QPR squad today (Monday), despite pulling a hamstring in the R's 4-0 victory against Aldershot Town on Saturday.
- The striker - who missed the majority of last season owing to a broken leg - was a half-time replacement at The Recreation Ground, only to be forced from the fray after 75 minutes.
- However, despite initial concerns, R's boss Jim Magilton played down fears of anything long-term, telling www.qpr.co.uk: "It's a very slight hamstring strain.
- "He'll travel to Slovenia with the rest of the squad, where we'll monitor his progress.
- "He'll miss Wednesday's friendly (against NK Celje), but could be back for the match on Sunday (against NK Karlovac)." QPR

Football League 45 SECONDS WITH ROWAN VINE
- Name: Rowan Vine
Date of birth: 21/9/1982
Club: Queens Park Rangers
Position: Striker

What car do you drive?
Black Audi S3.

First car?
A white Peugeot 106. It cost £3,400 but I bartered a bit and got it knocked down to £2,900.

Favourite Film?
Usual Suspects

TV?
Entourage

Favourite band or artist?
I like everything but if I was forced up against a wall and could only nominate one person, it would have to be Jay-Z

Most expensive item you've bought?
I don't really wear jewellery but I bought myself a watch that cost £5,000

Do you do DIY?
Occasionally. I'm not the best. My missus is much better than me. She puts stuff up and I come in at the end and point out where it should go, which is a bit of a role reversal, really. I do the odd thing but I might drill four or five holes before I end up with the right one. I don't like to go into dangerous waters. I prefer to get someone in who I can pay to do the job properly.

Perfect woman - apart from wife/girlfriend?
I'll go for Megan Fox. She's the new Angelina Jolie. She's attractive and I don't mind the tattoo. It makes her a bit dangerous.

The lads are over for dinner, what do you cook?
I let my missus take control most of the time although I've been known to whip up a few decent meals. I did quite well on a roast lamb recently. There could be some big things in the future - three course meals and stuff. I'm organising a barbecue for all the QPR players and their wives, and a few of the coaching staff, for the end of pre-season. It will be a chance for everyone to get away from the dressing room and the training pitch. For that one, I'm getting someone in to do the catering. I don't want people keeling over after eating pink chicken. Where there's blame, there's a claim!

If you were the manager of the club, who would you sign?
I'd go for Lionel Messi. He's the best. I wouldn't turn down Cristiano Ronaldo or Kaka but Messi does it for me. He has a touch of Maradona about him.

Best mate in football?
I wouldn't say I've got a best mate. I've got a group of friends from different clubs but the two who probably stand out are Gary McSheffrey at Birmingham City and David Bell at Coventry City.

Room-mate on tour?
At the back end of last season it was Hogan Ephraim. It will probably be him from now on. His worst habit is he never puts his computer down. If not surfing the Internet or playing Football Manager, he's on his phone. I talk to him but get nothing back. I'm better off talking to myself. But he's a good laugh if he's not warming up to be manager of Manchester United in a Champions League game.

Best prank on tour?
This is the best ever and one that is still going to this day. In some hotels, the spy hole in the rooms can be unscrewed from the outside. So you unscrew it, grab a fire extinguisher and bring the nozzle up to the hole, knock on the door and when you hear the person coming, let fly... It goes absolutely everywhere. Every time I go to a hotel that is the first thing I check.

Do you play golf?
Yeah, I do. I play off 18. There are some really good players at our club. Peter Ramage is the best. He's in single figures and can strike a good ball.

If you weren't a footballer, what would you be doing?
I'd like to think I would be doing some kind of journalism. I would be a football writer. I used to like the creative writing and I got good grades in English at school. I've done a few things for the club programme. Unlike some footballers, I don't mind being interviewed. For a start, the exposure is not a bad thing. It is a bit of a chore if people change the context of the quotes but I roll with the punches. Some of the bigger clubs do media training and you are told to be conservative. As a result you have people like Michael Owen and Alan Shearer, who are the most boring men in the world. One thing that does bug me is the clichés, I just want people to open up.

Most embarrassing moment in football?
I missed an open goal for Portsmouth against Birmingham at St Andrews in what was only my fifth appearance. A shot from one of the other players rebounded off the post with spin, I tried to catch it on the half-volley and from five yards out hit it miles wide and high. It was a live match on ITV Digital and when I got home, my mum said, 'I've taped the game'. I was, like, 'Thanks mum'.

Life after football?
I've still got a good 10 years left in me. Maybe I would like to be a manager although I'm not too bothered about coaching. Hopefully, I'll be in a position to sit back and relax and watch my two sons grow up.

Interesting fact we don't know about you?
I'm a dog lover. I've got an Italian mastiff called Moses, who weighs 12 stone, and a rottweiler called Midas, who looks tiny in comparison. I'm 6ft tall, but if I stand Moses up his paws go above my shoulder. I've got quite a nice sized garden but I go out every day to take them for a walk. They don't live in the house. They're too big. Moses has his own shed. He's on a chain at night but he potters around most of the time. He will eat till the cows come home but I keep him on a strict diet. He has dry food that digests slowly.

Best freebie you've ever had?
I'd love to say I've been given cars and stuff but I haven't. Amit Bhatia, the QPR vice-chairman, paid for our entire Christmas party last year. We had a nice meal in our own room in this London hotel and then went on to a club. Each player in the squad was also given a watch by Flavio Briatore with the QPR crest on the back.

Worst dressed player at the club?
Matteo Alberti. His style is not bad but he likes the tight look - tight jeans and T-shirts that show a bit of bicep and that. It looks a bit suspect. ootball League

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Sunday, July 12, 2009

Update: Damion "Stew Peas" Stewart Sent Home From Gold Cup...Ex-QPRs Playing...Possible QPR Player Interest

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- QPR Reportedly Bidding for Crystal Palace young Defender

- Richard Langley Debuted for Blackpool; Evatt also played; Nardiello Scored

- Ex-QPR Richard Graham played for Barnet, but not staying

- Ecclestone's Formula One Future Questioned

- Sousa Trying Hard to sign Lopez

Jamaica Gleaner - Stewart sent home
- CENTRAL defender Damion 'Stew Peas' Stewart has been cut from Jamaica's senior men's football team which is currently participating in the CONCACAF Gold Cup tournament in the United States.
- He left the Intercontinental West Hotel in Miami close to 5 p.m. yesterday and was taken to the Miami International Airport to board a flight to Kingston.
- The decision has serious implications for the Jamaica team should it advance to the quarter-finals, as Tyrone Marshall and Oneil Thompson, who started in Jamaica's last game against El Salvador, will be disqualified if there is a next game because of yellow cards.
- 1:30 flight
- Stewart said he was advised of the decision close to 11:30 a.m. yesterday morning by the head of the Jamaican football delegation in Miami, Bruce Gaynor, also a JFF vice-president, when he went to collect his per diem.
- "At about 11:21 (a.m.) today when I went to collect per diem from the head of delegation (Bruce Gaynor), he was with the vice-president Mr Anderson (Raymond) and the coach (Theodore Whitmore) and they said the coach had come to a decision that he was going to send me home and that was about 11:21 a.m. and I was told that I was going to be on the 1:30 flight," Stewart pointed out.
- He added: "I asked to have a meeting with the coach and they stepped out."
- In a release yesterday the Jamaica Football Federation (JFF) said the player's behaviour was "disruptive and inconsistent with the general objectives of the team".
- Quoting coach Theodore Whitmore, the release added: "Damion never gave us the impression that he was focused and wanted to be a part of the team and how it operates. He questioned and challenged everything, even team tactics. Even his teammates were not pleased with his behaviour and general attitude.
- "I have tried to keep him in line but he has not shown a willingness to change. We cannot have a situation where the team is damaged because of the selfishness and indiscipline of one man." Jamaica Gleaner

POSTED EARLIER
Jamaica Observer - Damion Stewart Sent Home by Jamaica
Jamaica Observer- Stewart booted from Gold Cup squad
-IAN BURNETT @ THE CONCACAF GOLD CUP in the USA
- Miami, USA - Jamaica's national senior team defender Damion Stewart was booted from the CONCACAF Gold Cup squad here last evening by the coaching staff for what they said was the player's "constant breaching and challenging of team rules, which was seen as disruptive and inconsistent with general objectives of the team".
- However, the player in his defence yesterday just prior to his departure from the team hotel to the airport, told the media that in addition to doing nothing wrong to be sent home, he was not given a hearing to defend himself from the charges.
- According to a statement from the Jamaica Football Federation (JFF), the "coaching staff of the Jamaica national team has taken a decision to withdraw defender Damion Stewart from the squad currently participating in the 2009 CONCACAF Gold Cup in the United States".
- The JFF release quoted head coach Theodore Whitmore as saying: "Damion never gave us the impression that he was focused and wanted to be a part of the team and how it operates. He questioned and challenged everything even team tactics. Even his teammates were not pleased with his behaviour and general attitude.
- "I have tried to keep him in line, but he has not shown a willingness to change. We cannot have a situation where the team is damaged because of the selfishness and indiscipline of one man," Whitmore said.
- During the one-week pre-Gold Cup camp in the Cayman Islands, Stewart was among a group of players fined for breaches. He and Jermaine Johnson were also fined heavily for missing the flight from Jamaica to Miami at the start of the Gold Cup tournament.
- But the player challenged the coaching staff's charges against him and how the situation was handled.
- "I am just trying to clear myself to let the public know that I didn't feel like I did anything wrong to be going home," Stewart, 28, said, before adding that he was hurt.
- "Well, definitely, it is the ultimate insult, and I am not going to tell you that I'm not feeling bad. I'm feeling very bad right now because every time I put on the shirt, whether I'm playing idle football or even friendly football, I always give my all, especially when I'm playing for Jamaica, so I don't see how on earth they could draw that conclusion that I don't want to be here. That surprised me," he said.
- The Queens Park Rangers fans player of the year and players' player of the year explained that at about 11:20 yesterday morning he went to the room of the head of delegation Bruce Gaynor to collect his per diem, when he was made aware of his fate.
- "Well I was told that I didn't look like I was interested or I didn't look like I wanted to be here. That's the reason I was given to say that I was going home... at about 11:21 today, which is when aI went there to collect some per diem from the head of delegation.
- "I saw like the vice-president, Mr Anderson (Raymond), the coach and head of delegation, and they said that the coach has come to a decision to send me home. At that point they told me that I was going to be on the 1:30 flight, so I told them that that was a little bit too quick for me, so I would need a later flight."
- The player said he requested a private meeting with the coach in order to get a clearer idea of what his crime was supposed to be. He said the coach told him that he didn't look like he wanted to be here along with "other stuff", without elaborating.
- Stewart, popularly called 'Stew Peas' added that they were joined by the assistant coach Bradley Stewart and during that argument, the issues of him being fined in the Cayman Island, as well as being heavily fined for missing the flight to Miami came to the fore. He also claimed that he was told that he questioned everything that the coach asked him to do, and that he should just follow instructions.
- But he said he informed them that he was an opinionated person. "It didn't matter what I said. They had already made a decision that I would be going home, because even in the meeting with the coaches they are saying whatever the coach says you do, you don't follow instruction, but I told them I'm a very opinionated person, and if I have an opinion I am going to share it. We are not robots, nor programmes, so that's just me, that's who I am."
- The player argued that after being given the captain's armband in the Cayman Islands and then starting in the first two games of the Gold Cup, he was surprised to find himself banished to the grandstand for the game against El Salvador, before an ankle injury to Claude Davis gave him a reprieve." Jamaica Observer

- Removed from the QPR Staff Directory: Deputy Commercial & Marketing Director, David Orman

- Two QPR Fans Found Guilty

- Decade Flashback: Two QPR Staffers take part in New York Marathon

- Base Soccer Agency Clients

- Charlton in Financial Trouble

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QPR Reportedly Bid for Man Ut Goalie....QPR Reportedly Sign Italian Forward...QPR's Damion Stewart Sent Home

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UPDATES:
- QPR Reportedly Bidding for Crystal Palace young Defender
- Richard Langley Debuted for Blackpool; Nardiello Scored
- Ecclestone's Formula One Future Questioned
- Sousa Trying Hard to sign Lopez
- Removed from the QPR Staff Directory: Deputy Commercial & Marketing Director, David Orman
- Two QPR Fans Found Guilty
- Decade Flashback: Two QPR Staffers take part in New York Marathon
- Base Soccer Agency Clients
- Charlton in Financial Trouble

Sunday People - HEAT GOES COLD ON RANGERS
-Manchester United reserve goalkeeper Tom Heaton pulled out of a proposed £300,000 move to QPR yesterday after failing to agree personal terms at Loftus Road.
- Heaton, 23, is well down the list at Old Trafford and has been told he can leave. The home-grown keeper (right) made the England under-21 squad and was sent out on loan to Cardiff City where his form was mixed. Rangers would also like to take full-back Richard Eckersley, 20, on loan for the season.
- Eckersley has to sign a new deal at United first before he can go. The defender wants regular football and Fergie will let him go if he commits to a long-term deal at United." Sunday Peopleal

- QPR Sign Italian Forward, Alessandro Pellicori?
- According to Vital Football QPR citing QPR Italia, QPR have signed a 28 Year old lower Division forward Alessandro Pellicori

- [QPRITALIA EXCLUSIVE] Alessandro Pellicori signed for QPR!
Alessandro Pellicori, 28 years old forward, is the new player for Queens Park Rangers, he comes from Avellino, Italian Serie B team relegated to Lega Pro last year and officially went bankrupt a few days ago.
Pellicori, 10 years as soccer player, leaves Irpinia and Italia to challenge London, after he passed his career between Serie C1, Serie B and a year in Serie A (with Lecce, in 2001).
The agreement's details aren't known yet, but the news is certain: welcome Alessandro! QPR Italia

Jamaica Observer - Damion Stewart Sent Home by Jamaica
Jamaica Observer- Stewart booted from Gold Cup squad
-IAN BURNETT @ THE CONCACAF GOLD CUP in the USA
- Miami, USA - Jamaica's national senior team defender Damion Stewart was booted from the CONCACAF Gold Cup squad here last evening by the coaching staff for what they said was the player's "constant breaching and challenging of team rules, which was seen as disruptive and inconsistent with general objectives of the team".
- However, the player in his defence yesterday just prior to his departure from the team hotel to the airport, told the media that in addition to doing nothing wrong to be sent home, he was not given a hearing to defend himself from the charges.
- According to a statement from the Jamaica Football Federation (JFF), the "coaching staff of the Jamaica national team has taken a decision to withdraw defender Damion Stewart from the squad currently participating in the 2009 CONCACAF Gold Cup in the United States".
- The JFF release quoted head coach Theodore Whitmore as saying: "Damion never gave us the impression that he was focused and wanted to be a part of the team and how it operates. He questioned and challenged everything even team tactics. Even his teammates were not pleased with his behaviour and general attitude.
- "I have tried to keep him in line, but he has not shown a willingness to change. We cannot have a situation where the team is damaged because of the selfishness and indiscipline of one man," Whitmore said.
- During the one-week pre-Gold Cup camp in the Cayman Islands, Stewart was among a group of players fined for breaches. He and Jermaine Johnson were also fined heavily for missing the flight from Jamaica to Miami at the start of the Gold Cup tournament.
- But the player challenged the coaching staff's charges against him and how the situation was handled.
- "I am just trying to clear myself to let the public know that I didn't feel like I did anything wrong to be going home," Stewart, 28, said, before adding that he was hurt.
- "Well, definitely, it is the ultimate insult, and I am not going to tell you that I'm not feeling bad. I'm feeling very bad right now because every time I put on the shirt, whether I'm playing idle football or even friendly football, I always give my all, especially when I'm playing for Jamaica, so I don't see how on earth they could draw that conclusion that I don't want to be here. That surprised me," he said.
- The Queens Park Rangers fans player of the year and players' player of the year explained that at about 11:20 yesterday morning he went to the room of the head of delegation Bruce Gaynor to collect his per diem, when he was made aware of his fate.
- "Well I was told that I didn't look like I was interested or I didn't look like I wanted to be here. That's the reason I was given to say that I was going home... at about 11:21 today, which is when aI went there to collect some per diem from the head of delegation.
- "I saw like the vice-president, Mr Anderson (Raymond), the coach and head of delegation, and they said that the coach has come to a decision to send me home. At that point they told me that I was going to be on the 1:30 flight, so I told them that that was a little bit too quick for me, so I would need a later flight."
- The player said he requested a private meeting with the coach in order to get a clearer idea of what his crime was supposed to be. He said the coach told him that he didn't look like he wanted to be here along with "other stuff", without elaborating.
- Stewart, popularly called 'Stew Peas' added that they were joined by the assistant coach Bradley Stewart and during that argument, the issues of him being fined in the Cayman Island, as well as being heavily fined for missing the flight to Miami came to the fore. He also claimed that he was told that he questioned everything that the coach asked him to do, and that he should just follow instructions.
- But he said he informed them that he was an opinionated person. "It didn't matter what I said. They had already made a decision that I would be going home, because even in the meeting with the coaches they are saying whatever the coach says you do, you don't follow instruction, but I told them I'm a very opinionated person, and if I have an opinion I am going to share it. We are not robots, nor programmes, so that's just me, that's who I am."
- The player argued that after being given the captain's armband in the Cayman Islands and then starting in the first two games of the Gold Cup, he was surprised to find himself banished to the grandstand for the game against El Salvador, before an ankle injury to Claude Davis gave him a reprieve." Jamaica Observer

QPR OFFICIAL SITE: Aldershot 0 QPR 4
- wo goals either side of half time were more than enough for Rangers, as they got their pre-season campaign off to a winning start with a fantastic display against Aldershot.
- Strikes from Akos Buzsaky, Heidar Helguson, Patrick Agyemang and Dexter Blackstock ensured Jim Magilton's men of victory, and handed the former Ipswich man his first win as Rangers boss in front of a strong R's away following.
- Magilton was given the luxury of naming a near fully-fit side, with the exceptions of Captain Martin Rowlands and Lee Cook (both knee). Damion Stewart missed out because of his ongoing international duties with Jamaica.
- Such has been the magnitude of the R's injury problems in the past year that key players such as Buzsaky missed much of last season - but he started at The Recreation Ground, in a strong looking Rangers line up.
- The game though did come a tad too quickly for new signing Alejandro Faurlin, an absentee due to the fact his international clearance was not given in time to face the Shots.
- As the rain lashed down on a lush playing surface, it was visitors who had the first shot in anger, as they nearly took an early lead.
- After a neat interchange between trialist David Connolly and Helguson, the latter collected the ball some 25-yards out before thundering a shot in on goal - only for the Icelandic forward to see his shot cannon off Shots custodian Mikael Jaimez-Ruiz's left-hand upright and out for a corner.
- From the resulting corner, the ball found its way to Wayne Routledge, who played a clever pass to David Connolly on the edge of the area. Opening his body, the former Sunderland man sent in an exquisite curling shot, only to see his effort drift marginally over the bar.
- The game was beginning to be played at a faster pace as the half progressed - with the Shots forcing Radek Cerny into a good save low down to his left after a Lewis Chambers free kick seemed to be heading for the bottom corner.
- Though it was Rangers who were beginning to get the better of their opponents, and in the 25th minute they found themselves a goal to the good courtesy of Buzsaky.
- Missed so much previously through injury because of his guile and indeed, because of his creativity - the Magical Magyar was found by Matteo Alberti out wide on the left.
- Buzsaky then used his chest to bring the ball down, before cutting in past two men and unleashing an unstoppable shot into the top right-hand corner of the net.
- And such was the dominance of the R's, they found themselves two up just a couple of minutes later. Buzsaky again found space down the left and sent a somewhat scuffed cross that deceived everyone but Helguson, who was on hand to put the match firmly in the hands of Rangers from close range.
- It was as if Buzsaky had never been away and soon after, he played an integral part in what should have been a third for Rangers, his cross resulting in a goal mouth scramble, with the ball eventually finding Routledge - but he could only fire his shot into the side netting.
- The hosts did have a chance to pull one back just before the break when a Louie Soares shot was fired in from 25-yards out, but that was not to bother Cerny who parried away down low to his left.
- Such is the emphasis on fitness early on in pre-season, Rangers boss Magilton was keen to see every player collect 45 minutes under their belts, and true to his word he made several changes at the break.
- The likes of Hogan Ephraim, Rowan Vine and Blackstock were all introduced at half time in a flurry of substitutions, and the R's were soon into their groove after the interval - racking up a third goal in the process.
- In the 56th minute, Mikele Leigertwood found the ball in the centre of the park before sending Agyemang through on goal. Some may have become flustered, but the R's striker didn't, calmly slotting home past Nikki Bull to put the game beyond the hosts.
- And Rangers weren't finished there. If anything, this was becoming somewhat of a rout - not least when Blackstock added a fourth in the 61st minute.
- When Gareth Ainsworth's cross from the right caused confusion in the Aldershot ranks, the ball fell loose to the front man, who made no mistake from six-yards out.
- Aldershot could have pulled a goal back when they were awarded a penalty later on, but Cerny was on hand to deny Danny Hylton, as the R's got off to a winning start in the opening game of their pre-season campaign.
- Aldershot: Jaimez-Ruiz, Blackburn, Soares, Chalmers, Grant, Morgan, Hudson, Winfield, Harding, Wilson, Sandell.
- Subs: Straker, Hylton, Ainge, Hinshelwood, Hateley, Hopkinson, Connolly.
QPR: Cerny, Rose, Borrowdale, Mahon, Hall, M Connolly, Routledge, Helguson, D Connolly, Buzsaky, Alberti.
- Subs: Oastler, Balanta, Gorkss, Ramage, Ephraim, Leigertwood, Vine, Blackstock, Agyemang, Ainsworth, German.
Scorers: Buzsaky (25), Helguson (27), Agyemang (56), Blackstock (61).
Attendance: 2,214 (907). QPR

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-- Scott Donnelly on Aldershot and QPR
-- Oldham and Rochdale Discuss Ground share
- Analysis of Ken Bates' Libel Trial Defeat

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Saturday, July 11, 2009

Football Snippets: Saturday

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- Scott Donnelly on Aldershot and QPR

- The Change in the QPR Staff Directory

- Oldham and Rochdale Discuss Ground share

- The Holloway Show now on at Blackpool

- Sousa Talking About His Plans for Swansea

- Two QPR Fans Found Guilty

- Analysis of Ken Bates' Libel Trial Defeat

- Decade Flashback: QPR Staffers taking part in New York Marathon for Charity

- Vatican Newspaper Questions Real Madrid Spending

- Another Football Fan Census Questionaire

- Base Soccer Agency Clients

- Swansea's Scotland to Wigan for Two Million

- QPR's Fitz Hall: Best Sporting Nickname

- Released by QPR. Trialing/Playing for Crystal Palace

- Padula to the White House!

- Matt Rose Update: His post-football career

- David Conn on Finances at "The Chelsea of The Third Division"

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Friday, July 10, 2009

Snippets Friday...Magilton on Faurlin, Connolly and Learning from Mistakes...Ainsworth No Longer QPR Coach...Cook Injury...Two QPR Fans Found Guilty

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- For cutting-edge, continually-updated news about QPR and football - and only QPR and football: Visit the combination messageboard/quasi-blog QPR Report Messageboard. All perspectives genuinely welcomed!

- Swansea's Scotland to Wigan for Two Million

- Two QPR Fans Found Guilty

- QPR's Fitz Hall: Best Sporting Nickname

- Released by QPR. TrialingPlaying for Crystal Palace

- Padula to the White House!

- Matt Rose Update: His post-football career

- David Conn on Finances at "The Chelsea of The Third Division"

UPDATE: Magilton Talking

BBC - Magilton not daunted by QPR job

Jim Magilton is confident in his ability to be his own man at Loftus Road
QPR boss Jim Magilton says he will have no problem coping with the opinions and input of chairman Flavio Briatore.

Rangers have had five managers and two caretakers since Briatore took over the club in September 2007.

But Magilton told BBC London 94.9: "I don't see there is a problem if an owner or a chairman has an opinion.

"We are all managers, supporters and referees. It is a game of opinion. I'll back my decisions win, lose or draw. I'll certainly stand by them."

Magilton's predecessor Paulo Sousa left the club after just 26 games in charge, revealing that striker Dexter Blackstock's loan move to Nottingham Forest in March was agreed without his knowledge.

And Iain Dowie's 15-game spell also came to an end after he clashed with Briatore.

John Gregory was there less than a month after Briatore took charge. And the longest incumbent of his reign so far has been Luigi De Canio, who lasted over six months.

But Magilton admits to having dealt with the same situation in his three seasons in charge at Ipswich Town. "I was at a club where the owner certainly had an input," he admitted.

And he points to his fearless playing style and self belief as the qualities that will give him the confidence to do the job his way, refusing to accept that he is under any pressure to bring about instant success.

"I don't think you can put me under any pressure," he said, "because the pressure I put myself under on a daily basis would far outweigh any pressure they put me under.

"We've had a week with the players now and they've been terrific. I know a new manager can bring that but certainly these players have applied themselves."

Argentine midfielder Alejandro Damian Faurlin has become Magilton's first signing since taking over at Loftus Road.

And, although defender Damian Delaney (Ipswich) and keeper Lee Camp (Forest) have left, the Rangers boss is hoping to add some more players before the start of the new season on August 8.

"I think new faces will help," he said. "Obviously we brought Alejandro in who will add quality and competition in a vital area of the field in midfield.

"We've lost a defender and we've lost a goalkeeper, so obviously we'll be looking to reinforce those positions."

Meanwhile, former QPR favourite Marc Bircham has returned to the club as Under-16 academy coach. And Magilton believes his knowledge of the club will prove a great asset.

"Marc Bircham knows what it takes to play for this club," he said. "He's been brought up in the finest traditions of QPR.

"And his experience will be invaluable especially at an age group where he can influence the players." BBC

London Paper/Gerry Cox - New QPR signing Alejandro Faurlin is tipped to be a crowd-pleaser by Hoops boss Jim Magilton
Manager impressed by Argentine's ability to create chances
- Jim Magilton says he needed just one look at new signing Alejandro Faurlin to realise that the Argentinian midfielder can become a real crowd-pleaser at QPR.
-Faurlin became Magilton’s first signing as the new Rangers manager when he agreed a £3.5m fee with Argentine club Instituto for the 22-year-.old.
-Magilton and assistant John Gorman had spotted Faurlin among hundreds of DVDs sent in by agents, and he said: “He stood out, so John flew to South America to see him in action. We got him over on trial and straightaway we could see what he was like.
- “He’s been terrific in training, his attitude is good and he has a real hunger. I think the fans will take to him, and we hope he can hit the ground running.”
- Gorman added: “He’s a big lad – 6ft 2 ins – with a great left foot, but he doesn’t just sit out on the wing. He loves to get in there, he can create chances and make things happen.”

- Both men are fired up by the challenge ahead at Loftus Road, with Magilton admitting that he had learned from his first experience of management, at Ipswich.
- He was replaced by Roy Keane towards the end of last season, which was disappointing after he had taken to the fringe of the play-offs the year before.
- He said: “There are areas where I know I went wrong, and it is important to analyse and reflect on the good and bad things. What I do know is this division and the players in it, and John and I are ambitious for this club.
- “You can’t knock enthusiasm and a love of the game, and we’ve got a surprisingly good group of players here.”

He revealed that former David Connolly could yet be signed if he impresses in pre-season.
- The former Watford and Ireland striker is a free agent and training with QPR as part of his rehabilitation from almost 18 months out with injury.
“We will see how he gets on,” said Magilton. London Paper

Lee Cook Injury Finally Acknowledged...Ainsworth "Just" a QPR Player Now
- QPR Official Site - R'S NEAR FULL STRENGTH FOR SHOTS

Jim Magilton has a near full strength squad to pick from when the R's kick start their pre-season campaign against Aldershot Town tomorrow (Saturday).

Martin Rowlands, who is five and a half months into his rehabilitation from an Anterior Cruciate Ligament injury, is - in the words of his gaffer - 'champing at the bit to return,' but won't be risked for the trip to The Recreation Ground.

"We've got to nurse Martin through," Magilton told www.qpr.co.uk.

"He's had a serious injury and whilst he'd love to be out there on Saturday, we've got to keep his wrapped up in cotton wool for the time being."

Magilton added: "On the plus side, I'm hopeful he'll be ready to play some part in Slovenia next week - maybe a brief outing in the second fixture on Sunday."

Damion Stewart is currently on international duty for Jamaica in the CONCACAF Gold Cup, whilst Lee Cook is sidelined with a knee injury.

Whilst Rowlands and co. remain sidelined, the positive news keeps coming for Magilton.

Akos Buzsaky (pictured), Patrick Agyemang and Rowan Vine - all whom missed large chunks of last season with long-term injuries - are all set to feature this weekend, to the delight of the R's boss.

"They've looked great, all three of them," he said.

"All the lads look sharp, but having these three lads back is massive for us, because they're key players who were sidelined for long spells last term."

Gareth Ainsworth - whom Magilton revealed yesterday (Thursday) has asked to be considered solely as a player from now on - will also figure, but new signing Alejandro Faurlin is still awaiting international clearance and is unlikely to feature. QPR

Aldershot - Boss- QPR Played A Major Part Of My Career But Aldershot Town Is My Priority Now
The EBB Stadium re-opens for business on Saturday afternoon as Coca-Cola Championship side QPR are the visitors (3pm). Shots boss Gary Waddock is a former QPR player and manager. Admission for the match is just £10 adults and £4 concessions

The EBB Stadium re-opens for the first of five pre-season home friendly matches on Saturday afternoon as new QPR boss Jim Magilton brings a full strength first team for the fixture.

QPR, of course, are a club close to the heart of Shots boss Gary Waddock. The 47 year old made over 200 appearances for the west Londoners in addition to filling a variety of roles including coach and first team manager at the club.

Indeed he was in charge of Rangers when they fulfilled a pre-season friendly in 2006/07 at Aldershot as part of the Adam Miller transfer deal. Included in the QPR line-up that afternoon was Scott Donnelly whilst former Shots Tobi Jinadu trialled for the visitors. Mark Pritchard scored a deserved equaliser for Aldershot in a 1-1 draw.

Whilst conscious that Saturday pairs him in action against a former club the boss is focussed on preparing his players for the challenge of Coca-Cola League Two football this season.

He told 'The Shots', "QPR played a large part of my career and I have fond memories there both high and low. I am pleased that they are coming down to Aldershot and we are looking forward to it.

"The major high for me at QPR was playing in the 1982 FA Cup Final versus Tottenham Hotspur. It was a dream for me as I only lived close to Wembley Stadium and to play there was fantastic. I can say that I played in two FA Cup Finals because the final went to a replay.

"As a player it was fantastic time for me although it didn't go according to plan for me as a manager. You have to accept that sometimes. I also had to retire as a player at QPR at the time and I wonder that if I hadn't had that injury which way my career would have gone.

"QPR helped develop me as a coach and a manager during the period of time that I was there but my main focus now is Aldershot Town and this match is part of that process."

With the EBB Stadium pitch well prepared during the close season the boss is keen to view his players in their first outing since returning to training last week.

He added,"This is a fitness exercise for our squad and we want to give a good account of ourselves against a Championship side. They have worked hard in training so far and now it is all about putting it into practice on the pitch." Aldershot

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Thursday, July 09, 2009

Ex-QPR Matt Rose: Where He Is Now

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Football League - WHERE ARE THEY NOW: MATTHEW ROSE
- Matthew Rose has switched from taxing his feet to taxing his brain.
- The former Queens Park Rangers and Yeovil Town defender works as a mortgage broker for JP Financial Solutions, set up by his former Loftus Road team-mate Chris Plummer.

Shortly before hanging up his boots at the end of the 2007/08 season, Rose, 33, decided to qualify as an independent financial adviser.

He said: "It is not a career for your average footballer.

"Footballers get bad press for being a bit stupid. But there are a lot of intelligent lads as well.

"For every four who like getting drunk and being daft, there is one who has got his head screwed on. It's just that you only hear about the bad ones.

"I went to a grammar school and had quite a good education.

"This work is a mentally challenging. It is nice to tax your brain. I spent 15 years taxing my feet."

Rose was helped into financial services by the Professional Footballers' Association, which paid for home studies during his last year at Yeovil.

He said: "It's something I fell into, really. I wanted to play until I was 35. But when you get to the stage where you're having injections just to train, you realise your health is more important than football.

"I do miss the game. It's the same as most players. I miss having a laugh with the lads and the day of the game - but I don't miss the everyday stuff."

Rose, who is married with two children, has built up a portfolio of clients that is a mix of footballers and "the man next door".

He added: "I was always motivated by the fact that there was so much bad advice around when I was a player. There are a lot of sharks out there.

"We are not just in it to make a fast buck. Mortgages involve a lot more paperwork than investments and tax claims."

Rose has used his contacts in the game to give seminars to the Millwall and QPR squads - and now has on his books around 20 current players, mainly aged 18 to 20.

He said: "Footballers trust ex-footballers. Footballers either don't want to, or don't have the time to, pick up the phone and find the best advice.

"That's where we come in. Football is a short career. You earn a lot of money in a short time and we want them to come out of the game with their mortgage paid off."

Rose specialises in mortgages and life insurance and can be contacted at matt@jpfinancialsolutions.co.uk - Football League

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Bircham Returns to Loftus Road...Ainsworth Not to Port Vale?....Eckersley Coming....Faurlin Costs...Borrowdale Cost?

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- Two QPR Fans Found Guilty

- Padula to the White House!

- Ainsworth apparently not going to Port Vale as player coach

- Is QPR's Loss Going to be Swansea's Gain?

- Updated Staff Directory

- Plymouth Reducing Ticket Prices

- Flashback: July 2005 - QPR's AGM and Holloway's comments

UPDATE: - QPR Official Site - BIRCH CHAMPING AT THE BIT
- Marc Bircham is relishing the opportunity to get his teeth stuck into his new role as Youth Development Assistant Manager.
- Speaking exclusively to www.qpr.co.uk, the former Rangers midfielder expressed his delight at returning to the Club he grew up supporting as a boy.
- "I've always wanted to be involved in the coaching side of things and what better place to start," he said.
- "This is a great opportunity for me to learn my trade at a Club that means so much to me."
- Bircham will assist new Youth Development Manager, Steve Gallen, working closely with the Clubs Under-18 and Under-16 squads on a daily basis.
- And the former R's stalwart - famed for his crazy blue and white hair - has been impressed by what he's seen so far from the latest crop of talented teenagers to come off the production line in W12.
- "They've really impressed me," he said.
- "The attitude of the lads is great and the team spirit within the camp is very positive.
- "They're a great bunch and there's one or two gems that I'm sure will come to fruition in the future."
- Bircham, who is currently working towards the completion of his UEFA A license, added: "It will help that I know Steve so well.
-"We go back years. He played in the same Youth team as my cousin, so that understanding has been there from day one.
- "He's done a great job bringing through players in the past and long may that continue." QPR

QPR Official Site - BACKROOM RESHUFFLE
- Jim Magilton's fine-tuning of his backroom team has continued with the appointment of Keith Ryan as the Club's new Reserve Manager.
- Ryan, who previously oversaw the Centre of Excellence, has been promoted to assist Magilton and co. at First Team level.
- As a result of the re-shuffle, Steve Gallen has been appointed Youth Development Manager, with former R's cult hero Marc Bircham returning to his boyhood Club as Youth Development Assistant Manager.
- Speaking of Ryan's appointment, Magilton told www.qpr.co.uk: "Keith is a top coach and his enthusiasm and ambition is excellent.
- "John (Gorman) knows him really well from their time at Wycombe and he's really impressed me with his knowledge and understanding of the game."
- Magilton added: "Having him involved with the First Team set-up is great.
- "He's an infectious character and has a great rapport with the players, and that's exactly what I'm looking for with all my staff."
- As well as running the R's second string, Ryan will also play an active role on First Team matchdays, assisting Magilton, John Gorman and fellow coach David Rouse.
- "He'll play a key role for us," added the R's gaffer.
- "As well as being in charge of the Reserves, he'll play an integral role in my backroom team on a daily basis."
- On the changes at Youth team level, Magilton added: "We've had a long, hard look at it, and I'm delighted with how we're set up now.
- "Steve (Gallen) has a great attitude and approach to the game and he knows the young lads very well having been here for such a long time.
- "He's already played a key role in bringing a number of young lads up to First Team level and long may that continue."
- Magilton concluded: "Bringing Birch back to the Club is a very positive step.
- "QPR runs through his blood. He grew up supporting Rangers; he's skippered the Club; and he knows what it means to play for the R's." QPR

Mirror BY ECK, UNITED KID FOR HOOPS
Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson is ready to send young defender Richard Eckersley out on loan to QPR for the whole of next season.
The highly-rated prospect (above) made his Premier League debut last season and is seen as a future first-teamer at United.
Despite interest from several Premier League clubs, Fergie will let Eckersley, 20, go out to the Championship for experience and is in favour of the Hoops, where he will be guaranteed a regular game. Mirror

London Informer - QPR sign Alejandro Faurlin
IT NEEDED a £500,000 compensation fee to Inter Milan to make sure Alejandro Faurlin joined QPR on Tuesday for a record £3.5million.
The Serie A side has a pre-contract arrangement with the 22-year-old playmaker, (right), a star in his country's U17 World Cup team of 2003.
The Italians first recognised they had a potential gem on their hands after spotting the name Faurlin when he racked up six goals against six different Primera Division teams for his club, Instituto AC Cordoba.
Inter stepped aside when they admitted they couldn't guarantee Faurlin first-team football - but wanted the pay-off to allow him to join Rangers instead.
Boss Jim Magilton has been running the rule over Faurlin in training before taking the plunge because he desperately wanted someone to supply Rangers' wingers and forwards with inch-perfect passes.
"I had opportunities to play in Spain, Italy and Greece, but QPR was my choice and I'm delighted to be here," Faurlin said.
"I was really impressed with the set-up and the ambition of the club and can't wait to make my debut."
Magilton added: "We've had a good look at him and I believe he will be a valuable addition to the squad.
"He's a likeable young lad who plays with a smile on his face, so we'll have no problems."
Rangers agreed a three-year deal for their new signing, whose fee eclipses the previous best, £2.7m shelled out for striker Mike Sheron in 1997 - a fee that netted Rs only 13 goals from the Stoke City striker in two seasons. London Informer

COVENTRY EVENING TELEGRAPH CLAIM - QPR 'spent £500k on Gary Borrowdale'
WEALTHY Championship outfit QPR splashed £500,000 on Coventry City FC's unwanted full-back Gary Borrowdale, it has been claimed.
- Squarefootball.net reports that the Loftus Road club spent the hefty fee on left-back to make his move from the Sky Blues permanent in January.
- Such a fee sounds highly unlikely - especially considering Borrowdale was promptly shipped to on loan to Brighton for the rest of the season.
- The 23-year-old made 21 appeareances for Coventry City between 2007 and 2009 Coventry Evening Telegraph

- Past QPR Friendlies and Testimonials Thread
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- QPR Pre-Season Schedule
- The Colbert Report: "Is It Time to Care About Soccer?"

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Wednesday, July 08, 2009

QPR Snippets Wednesday...Faurlin Speaks...Man Ut's Richard Eckersley Loan?

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- Losing Start for Delaney
- Damien Delaney Speaks "...It was a bit of a crazy time at QPR"
- Scunthorpe supposedly no longer interested in signing Mahon
- UPDATE: Bernie Ecclestone Clarifies, Explains and Apologizes"

- Paul Furlong: Another Season at Brentford?
- Past QPR Friendlies and Testimonials Thread
- Flashback: QPR played Aldershot in a Friendly: Reports, comments & Photos
- QPR Pre-Season Schedule
- The Colbert Report: "Is It Time to Care About Soccer?"

QPR Official Site - FAURLIN: THE FIRST INTERVIEW
- New signing Alejandro Faurlin spoke exclusively to www.qpr.co.uk late last night (Tuesday), after putting pen to paper on a three year deal with the R's.
- The Argentine midfielder, who R's Assistant Manager John Gorman identified on a recent scouting trip to South America, is clearly delighted to be starting the next chapter of his short, but so far sweet career, in West London.
- "It's a great opportunity for me," he told www.qpr.co.uk, speaking through a translator.
- "I am proud to be in England and playing for a Club like Queens Park Rangers."
- Faurlin, who through broken English revealed that fellow Argentine showman Carlos Tevez is his hero, added: "I am delighted to be here.
- "The football over here is very different to Argentina, but I will work hard to adapt to the English game.
- "I want to show my qualities and I have already been very impressed with the quality of my team-mates. The standard and intensity of the training is very high and really impressive."
- Faurlin, who is currently awaiting international clearance before his move to Loftus Road is rubber stamped, can't wait to pull on a QPR shirt for the first time, adding: "I just want to play now.
- "I feel very fit and can't wait for the chance to show the fans what I am capable of.
- "I hope to achieve big things at QPR." QPR

Mirror - Richard Eckersley? "Manchester United youngster to join Alejandro Faurlin at QPR
"...Rangers are also set to take young Manchester United defender Richard Eckersley on loan for the whole of next season." Mirror

Eleven a side.com - Connolly earns QPR chance
" Former Republic of Ireland forward David Connolly has earned a trial at Coca-Cola Championship side QPR.
Connolly’s time at Sunderland came to an end following the expiry of his contract last week.
The well-travelled 32-year-old is certain to drop down a division, and new QPR chief Jim Magilton will offer him the chance to impress at Loftus Road.
Connolly spent three years at the Stadium of Light, scoring 13 goals in 39 league appearances, but following a succession of injuries has failed to make a single first-team appearance since January 2008. Eleven-a-side

QPR Off to Bahrain Next Season?
Ben Kosky/Kilburn Times - Middle East trip still in the pipeline

QPR are hoping to reschedule their postponed trip to the Middle East during an international break next season.

Rangers had arranged to play the Bahrain national team in a friendly at the end of last season as part of their sponsorship deal with Gulf Air.

A clash with the Asian Football Confederation elections was given as the reason for calling the match off, although there was also little enthusiasm among the Rs' squad for playing in temperatures of around 40 degrees.

QPR's deputy managing director Ali Russell admitted: "Fitting it into the calendar is difficult. Pre-season is extremely hot in that part of the world and it wouldn't have been suitable.

"However, there may be an international break we can look at and we're in discussions with the federation, who were very apologetic that they weren't able to fulfil the original fixture.

"We have a great partnership with the kingdom of Bahrain through Gulf Air and we want QPR to be the team of choice there, both for locals and ex-pats.

"Our Community team have been out there coaching kids and helping people to enjoy football the QPR way, so we're moving onto the next phase, to have the team play in the country and get people excited about that."

Meanwhile, Rangers will head to Slovenia and Croatia for a week-long training camp after their opening pre-season friendly at Aldershot Town this Saturday.

Much-travelled striker David Connolly, who was released by Sunderland at the end of last season and is training at Loftus Road, is likely to feature for the Rs at Aldershot.

Argentinean midfielder Alejandro Faurlin, who signed a three-year contract with Rangers on Tuesday, may have to wait for his debut as international clearance is yet to be granted. Kilburn Times

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- Video of QPR's First home game of 1974

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Tuesday, July 07, 2009

Faurlin Signs for QPR (Subject to Receiving International Clearance)

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QPR Official Site - EXCLUSIVE: R'S AGREE FAURLIN DEAL
- Jim Magilton's first signing as QPR Manager has arrived in the shape of Argentinean midfielder Alejandro Faurlin.
- he 22 year-old has penned a three year deal at Loftus Road, with Rangers agreeing a deal worth £3.5million for the left-sided player.
- The deal, however, is subject to Faurlin receiving international clearance.
- Speaking exclusively to www.qpr.co.uk, Magilton expressed his delight at the signing of the left footed midfielder, commenting: "He's a good signing for the Football Club.
- "We've had a good look at him and I believe he'll be a valuable addition to the squad.
- "He's a likeable young lad who plays with a smile on his face, so we'll have no problems."
- Faurlin, who made 34 appearances last year for the Argentine Club Instituto, said: "I am really pleased to be here in England, playing for a Club like Queens Park Rangers.
- "I know a lot about the English game and I really admire the ability of the teams at this level.
- "I am really looking forward to playing for the Club and showing the Manager, my fellow players and the QPR supporters what I can do."
- Faurlin added: "I had opportunities to play in Spain, Italy and Greece, but QPR was my choice and I'm delighted to be here.
- "I was really impressed with the set-up and the ambition of the Club and can't wait to make my QPR debut."
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QPR Official Site - JIM'S JOY AT FIRST SIGNING
- Jim Magilton wore a broad smile this evening (Tuesday) after clinching the signing of Argentinean ace Alejandro Faurlin.
- The 22 year-old midfielder has penned a three year deal - subject to international clearance - and becomes Magilton's first signing at Loftus Road.
- "We've been watching the lad for some time. John (Gorman) recognised him a long time ago," Magilton revealed to www.qpr.co.uk.
- "We've seen him in action and on DVD's and assessed what he's about, but having him here for the last few days has given us a chance to see what he's really like and we've been impressed.
- "He plays central midfield. He's got a lovely left foot, a great work ethic and in a 46 game season, he'll be a valuable player for us."
- Magilton added: "We knew about his quality and ability, but his attitude over the last few days has been great too.
- "I've signed an Argentinean before and the attitude and the hunger is apparent with Alejandro, as it was with (Luciano) Civelli.
- "It's all happened pretty quickly, but we're delighted to have him here. He'll bring extra quality to the squad, there's no doubt about that." QPR

- Photos of Faurlin in Training

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Delaney Talking "It was a bit of a crazy time at QPR for the last while..."

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- Ex-QPR Terrel Forbes Extending Yeovil Stay

- Ramage Excited by New Season and Positive About Return to Training

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- US Defender, Oguchi Onyewu to AC Milan

- 1974 QPR Video: Home Opener - Terry Mancini vs Geoff Hurst

Herald (Ireland)/Aidan Fitzmaurice
Delaney's sights on return to top-flight
Keane's high expectations enticed defender to Ipswich

PREMIER TARGET: Damien Delaney wants to finally make the breakthrough into the Premier League and believes his new club Ipswich Town can help him achieve that aim.

Ireland defender Damien Delaney is sick of life in the second tier of English football -- and that's why he joined Roy Keane's Ipswich Town revolution, so he can make a return to the Premier League.

Ipswich kick off their pre-season programme tonight when they take on Finn Harps in Donegal, the first of three games that Town will play here this summer, and it will be the first time that defender Delaney, capped twice at senior level by Giovanni Trapattoni, will get to show what he can do in an Ipswich shirt as the player only moved there from QPR last week.

Delaney did not have to leave Loftus Road as he has a year left on his contract, but once it was clear that Keane wanted the player, and also that Keane's club were willing to pay for Delaney, the move was inevitable, as Keane made a good job of selling the club -- and his vision of Premier League football -- to fellow Corkman Delaney.

"When I spoke to Roy about joining the club, the one thing he made clear was that he was very, very serious about making a real push for promotion this season and that's what I wanted to hear," said Delaney.

"He said there were no guarantees that we would go up, but he said that he would make a serious effort and make a real stab at it.

"That's what I wanted to hear because I am fed up with being in the Championship, to be honest. I have been there for four years now, and I want to play at a higher level again. Roy has an ambition to do well for the club and that was something I wanted to be part of, so I was happy to make the move to Ipswich and see what we can do about winning promotion," added Delaney, who played in the top flight with Leicester City after his move from home-town club Cork City in 1999.

In fact, that was when Delaney and Keane first came face to face with each other, as Delaney's Leicester side took on Keane's United team soon after Delaney's transfer from Cork. "I doubt if he remembers me or that game. I think Roy Keane has done so much in the game that he wouldn't remember a league game against Leicester all those years ago, so I doubt if he remembered me from that. But it was still nice when Roy came to bring me to Ipswich last week," added Delaney.

"It's all been a bit rushed. I only signed for Ipswich on Thursday, so we only had two training sessions together, last Friday and yesterday, to get ready for this game, but I am getting to know the lads and getting settled in. We don't have a long run-in before the season starts, our first league game is on August 8 so we only have a couple of weeks together before we get things going for real."

"It was a bit of a crazy time at QPR for the last while. I was lucky in that things were stable for me in the first few years of my career. I only had a couple of managers for so long, but we had so many at QPR. I think I played under five managers in two years there, and that kind of instability does you no good, so hopefully we'll have a good season with Ipswich."

This time last year, Delaney was on a high as he'd just made the breakthrough at international level, starting for Ireland at left back in Giovanni Trapattoni's first game in charge, against Serbia, and earning a second cap against Colombia in London.

But since then there has been little action with the national team, as Delaney was an unused sub in a few games after that and he failed to even make the bench for the last bout of Ireland duty, the games against Nigeria and Bulgaria at the end of last season.

Delaney says he's not upset at losing his place in the squad for the last round of Ireland games as he knows he can only win back a place in the squad -- and then press for a place in the team -- if he does well at club level.

"Of course I am ambitious and I want to play for my country again, but I won't start crying about the fact that I didn't make the squad last time around," said Delaney, who has seen younger defenders Eddie Nolan and Sean St Ledger emerge in recent months.

"The Ireland thing isn't really on my mind at the minute. I am focused on doing well with Ipswich and trying to get them promoted. If I can do well with my club then I'd hope that the international scene would take care of itself.

"I am hungry to do well with Ireland. I don't just want to be in the squad, I want to be in the team and winning caps. I haven't played for Ireland in a competitive game yet and that's something I want to change, but I will have to be patient," added the left back.

Delaney will make a quick trip back to his native country this week, as Ipswich flew into Ireland this morning to prepare for the Harps game, will stay overnight and train in Donegal again tomorrow before heading back to Suffolk.

"This should be a good game for us tonight. I know that Finn Park is a tough place to go to. I played there for Cork City and it was very hard to come away with anything," said Delaney, who was a decent GAA player in his day and played at Croke Park for Cork's minor footballers before soccer took over.

"I know from being in the league with Cork City that matches against English teams are always a big thing for the Irish lads.

"They have a point to prove, and the Harps lads will be doing that against us tonight. Maybe some of them have been in England already and want to show they still have something. Others might be trying to catch the eye, but there is always a big element of pride when you play for a League of Ireland side against an English team, so we'll need to be at our best to get something here." - Aidan Fitzmaurice Herald

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Football Snippets: Tuesday...Ecclestone's Apology...Transfer Interests

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- UPDATE: Bernie Ecclestone clarifies, explains and apologizes re his comments"

- 1974 QPR Video: Home Opener - Terry Mancini vs Geoff Hurst

- Flashback: Nick Ward Joins QPR

- Nick Ward Update

- "Loyalty if for Fans, Not Players"

- Wycombe Set to End Supporter Ownership

- Photo of Ronaldo at Real Madrid's Stadium - before 85,000 fans

LONDON INFORMER/Ealing Gazette - Paul Warburton - QPRs' second team become the big shot
- QPR struck the deal of pre-season this week when they got a reserve ground for the price of a friendly match.
- Rangers' second string will play all their games next season at Aldershot's EBB Stadium, formerly the Recreation Ground - and also the League Two club that just happens to be managed by former Rs boss Gary Waddock, who was sacked by QPR the season before last.
- But there was no animosity between the club that officially appointed him three years ago this week, and the Shots, when they were told they could keep the proceeds from the Aldershot versus Rangers match at the EBB on Saturday week (July 11).
- Rs have just shelled out about £300,000 for a new state-of-theart pitch at Loftus Road after it came in for stick last season from their own players.
- New boss Jim Magilton wants the pristine surface to stay that way, with nothing but QPR first-team games likely to disturb the manicured grass.
- And Waddock too welcomed the move that sees his old club handily placed for any prospective loan deals.
- He said: "It enables Aldershot, as a club, to develop really good, positive links with a Championship outfit.
- "That's something I want to encourage."

- QPR have told Stoke City Akos Buzsaky will cost them £5million.
- The Premiership side enquired about the Hungarian international midfielder last night (Thursday), but were told to forget any thoughts of a deal unless they meet Rs' steep valuation.

In truth, Hoops have no intention of selling Buzsaky, who missed all but the first few games of last season through injury. Rs are desperate to keep their squad together, but have been overwhelmed by the number of offers they have received for their players so far.

A club insider said: "We must have been doing something right, despite not winning promotion, because the amount of calls Rangers have received from other clubs has taken everyone by surprise."

Buzsaky joined his team-mates in training yesterday for the first time in nine months.

But there might be gaps in the ranks by the time the season starts if the phone hasn't stopped ringing by deadline day on August 31.

Meanwhile, Damien Delaney's £1m switch to Ipswich was in danger last night after both Coventry and Cardiff made late enquiries for the Irish left-back.

Mikele Leigertwood interests newly-promoted Wolves, as well as former club Sheffield United and Bolton, and cheeky enquiries for winger Wayne Routledge, defender Damion Stewart and Matt Connolly, from unnamed clubs, all found their way into the Rangers bin.

Gavin Mahon is wanted by Scunthorpe - but new boss Jim Magilton is unwilling to part with anyone until he sees how his squad shapes up over the next week or so.

A source said: "It may be he might even want to keep Dexter Blackstock, and perhaps a deal can be done to prevent the striker from going to Nottingham Forest - everything is possible at the moment."

That is except for the arrival of Tugay, from Blackburn and Darius Vassell, from Manchester City.

Reports have it that both Premiership stalwarts are on their way to west London.

"Not a chance," said the source. " Ealing Gazette

PRE-SEASON SCHEDULE

Aldershot Town v QPR - Saturday 11th July 2009 (3.00pm)

"The R's...Southeast Europe...between Monday 13th July and Monday 20th July....pre-season preparations at the luxurious Hotel Livada resort, based in Toplice."

NK Celje v QPR - Wednesday 15th July (8.00pm)

NK Karlovac v QPR - Sunday 19th July (6.00pm)

Forest Green Rovers v QPR - Tuesday 21st July 2009 (7.45pm)

Oxford United v QPR - Friday 24th July 2009 (7.45pm)

Wycombe Wanderers v QPR - Tuesday 28th July 2009 (7.45pm)

QPR v Southampton - Saturday 1st August 2009 (3.00pm)

+ July 29 (Wednesday) - "QPR Family Fun Day"

- Explaining the Process of Football Transfers

- Cardiff's New Stadium/Listening to Fan Feedback

- Barnet Official Site Jake Cole Joins Barnet

- Taarebt Staying at Spurs after all? (Or at least: If goes; Supposedly for sale; not for loan)

- Reversal of "The Norm:" Player Shoots/Kills Fan

- Former QPR Star, Ivor Powell Turns 93

- QPR's 2008-2009 "Customer Charter" (From July 2008) "....The Club consults supporters on a regular basis through the Official Supporters Club and Fans Forums which are attended by QPR Staff and Directors."

- QPR Players's Contracts: Length of QPR Contract Remaining

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Monday, July 06, 2009

Jake Cole Joins Barnet...Ecclestone Explains/Apologizes

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- UPDATE re Bernie Ecclestone: After earlier today calling his comments a "big misunderstanding, in a follow-up interview, Ecclestone explains/apologizes re his Comments".

- [Ecclestone re QPR "...It’s not much fun — we’ve always got the wrong players and the wrong manager.”]

Barnet Official Site - JAKE COLE SIGNS FOR BARNET
Jake Cole signed today for Barnet. More details to follow" Barnet Official Site

Barnet - JAKE COLE IS A BEE
- Jake Cole, the 23-year-old goalkeeper who was a big hit with Barnet supporters when he played 10 games on loan from Queens Park Rangers in March and April, signed a one year deal, with an option for a further year, this afternoon.
- Brilliant news for the fans, who established a rapport with the 6ft 3ins tall keeper as he kept three successive clean sheets to help the Bees clear of the relegation zone.
- A relieved Ian Hendon said: "I hope any future incoming transfers will be easier ... I have been trying to get Jake to the club since he went back to QPR".
- Cole, currently growing a beard, said that he had been happy playing with Barnet and getting first team experience after six seasons at Loftus Road where he had mainly been a stand-in keeper and was loaned to Hayes, AFC Wimbledon, Farnborough Town and Oxford United.
- Although former Rangers manager John Gregory called Jake "a model professional", Cole only made six senior appearances for the West London club.
- Cole was one of 40 players training at Underhill today - 25 of them trialists. Ian Hendon said that he had further targets ... some of them not among the trialists.
- Cole said that he was looking forward to working with Hendon and Lee Harrison, now the first team coach. Harrison is still registered as a player -- "I'll turn out if needed", he said.
-Fashion note: Cole plans a variety of beards this season, from bushy to well trimmed. Dennis Signy & Rolf Harris Barnet

- Taarebt Staying at Spurs after all? (Or at least: If goes; Supposedly for sale; not for loan)

- 1980 QPR Video Snippet

- Explaining the Process of Football Transfers

- Nick Ward Update

- Former QPR Star, Ivor Powell Turns 93

- Reversal of "The Norm:" Player Shoots/Kills Fan

- QPR Players's Contracts: Length of QPR Contract Remaining

- Lopez and Swansea
Updated

- QPR's 2008-2009 "Customer Charter" (From July 2008) "....The Club consults supporters on a regular basis through the Official Supporters Club and Fans Forums which are attended by QPR Staff and Directors."

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Football Snippets Monday...Ecclestone "Clarifies"....UPDATED: QPR Interest re Alejandro Damian Faurlin and David Connolly

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- Part-QPR owner, Bernie Ecclestone Q&A. Ecclestone's View of Adolph Hitler - Updated: In an interview, Ecclestone clarifies: "A Big Misunderstanding".
- [Ecclestone re QPR "...It’s not much fun — we’ve always got the wrong players and the wrong manager.”]

- Nick Ward Update

- Former QPR Star, Ivor Powell Turns 93

- Reversal of "The Norm:" Player Shoots/Kills Fan

- The "Ultras" are active in Milan

- QPR Players's Contracts: Length of QPR Contract Remaining

- Lopez and Swansea Updated

- QPR's 2008-2009 "Customer Charter" (From July 2008) "....The Club consults supporters on a regular basis through the Official Supporters Club and Fans Forums which are attended by QPR Staff and Directors."

- Briatore speaking a year ago about QPR and Dowie

- Seven Years Ago: Marc Bircham Signs for QPR

- Presumably coming soon: QPR Squad Numbers (Squad Numbers for 2006/2007; 2007/2008 and 2008/2009

- Gino Padula Playing for Columbus Crew vs DC United July 4 Televized Game

- The July 4th: QPR - USA Connection

- Proposed European Super-League

- QPR's Pre-Season Schedule

Alejandro Damian Faurlin and David Connolly?

UPDATED/Dave McIntyre - BBC606 -Magilton eyes first signing
- Rangers are hoping to sign Argentine playmaker Alejandro Damian Faurlin.
- The 22-year-old’s performances for Argentine side Instituto have sparked interest from a number of Italian clubs, but QPR will try to persuade him to join them.
- He could feature for Rangers during pre-season, as could David Connolly who has been training with the club.
- Connolly is a free agent after being released by Sunderland.
- Jim Magilton has looked to Argentina before, signing Luciano Civelli for Ipswich last season, and John Gorman recently visited there on a scouting mission.
- Following his return, an approach for Faurlin was made and the player is expected in London for talks this week.
- If he does join Rangers, it may be on an initial year-long loan with a view to a permanent transfer at the end of the season.
- It would be a similar deal to the one for Emmanuel Ledesma last summer and the agreed fee is likely to be similar too – around £3m, possibly slightly more." BBC606

BBC - QPR keen on Argentine midfielder
- QPR are interested in signing Argentine midfielder Alejandro Damian Faurlin.
- The 22-year-old's performances for Instituto in Argentina's second division have attracted the attention of several clubs.
- But QPR are hoping to persuade him to join them and are expected to hold talks with him in London this week.
- QPR manager Jim Magilton is also giving a trial to forward David Connolly, 32, who is a free agent after being released by Sunderland - BBC

- Dave McIntyre/BBC606 - QPR and Alejandro Damian Faurlin and David Connolly

Daily Mail - QPR in double swoop....
- QPR have taken striker David Connolly on trial and are keen on Argentine midfielder Alejandro Damian Faurlin from Instituto." Daily Mail

- The Sun "Former Republic of Ireland striker David Connolly 32, is on trial at QPR. " -The Sun

- The London Paper/Nick Callow - Queens Park Rangers take David Connolly on trial
- QPR boss Jim Magilton has taken former Republic of Ireland international on trial and is in talks with Argentina midfielder Alejandro Damian Faurlin over possible move to Loftus Road
- QPR have taken David Connolly on trial and want to sign Argentina midfielder Alejandro Damian Faurlin.
- Connolly, 32, is a free agent after being released by Sunderland and is hoping to secure a move to Loftus Road.
- The former Republic of Ireland forward is likely to play in a pre-season friendly against Aldershot this weekend.
- Highly rated playmaker Faurlin, 22, is due to arrive in London for talks on Monday.
- His performances for Argentinean side Instituto have sparked interest from a number of Italian clubs, but Jim Magilton hopes to make Faurlin his first signing as QPR boss.
- Magilton’s assistant, John Gorman, recently watched Faurlin during a scouting trip to South America." The London Paper

- Faurlin and Connolly Details

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Sunday, July 05, 2009

QPR Seeking to Sign Alejandro Damian Faurlin...David Connolly Training With QPR

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UPDATED Dave McIntyre/BBC606 - Magilton eyes first signing
Rangers are hoping to sign Argentine playmaker Alejandro Damian Faurlin.
- The 22-year-old’s performances for Argentine side Instituto have sparked interest from a number of Italian clubs, but QPR will this week try to persuade him to join them.
- He could feature for Rangers during pre-season, as could David Connolly who has been training with the club.
- Connolly is a free agent after being released by Sunderland.
- Jim Magilton has looked to Argentina before, signing Luciano Civelli for Ipswich last season, and John Gorman recently visited there on a scouting mission.
- Following his return, an approach for Faurlin was made and the player is due to fly to London and have talks with Rangers on Monday, so more on this tomorrow. BBC606 - Additional Information & Views

- QPR Players's Contracts: Length of QPR Contract Remaining

- Gino Padula Playing for Columbus Crew vs DC United July 4 Televized Game

- The July 4th: QPR - USA Connection

- Former QPR Star, Ivor Powell Turns 93

- Part-QPR owner, Bernie Ecclestone Q&A. Ecclestone's View of Adolph Hitler. [Ecclestone re QPR "...It’s not much fun — we’ve always got the wrong players and the wrong manager.”]

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QPR's Pre-Season Schedule...QPR Contract Expiration Dates....Ex-QPR Ivor Powell Turns 93...Football Snippets

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- QPR Players's Contracts: Length of QPR Contract Remaining

- Gino Padula Playing for Columbus Crew vs DC United July 4 Televized Game

- The July 4th: QPR - USA Connection

- Part-QPR owner, Bernie Ecclestone Q&A. Ecclestone's View of Adolph Hitler. [Ecclestone re QPR "...It’s not much fun — we’ve always got the wrong players and the wrong manager.”]

- British Footballers Playing in Iceland

QPR's PRE-SEASON SCHEDULE

- Aldershot Town v QPR - Saturday 11th July 2009 (3.00pm)
- "The R's...Southeast Europe...between Monday 13th July and Monday 20th July....pre-season preparations at the luxurious Hotel Livada resort, based in Toplice."
- NK Celje v QPR - Wednesday 15th July (8.00pm)
- NK Karlovac v QPR - Sunday 19th July (6.00pm)
- Forest Green Rovers v QPR - Tuesday 21st July 2009 (7.45pm)
- Oxford United v QPR - Friday 24th July 2009 (7.45pm)
- Wycombe Wanderers v QPR - Tuesday 28th July 2009 (7.45pm)
- QPR v Southampton - Saturday 1st August 2009 (3.00pm)
- + July 29 (Wednesday) - "QPR Family Fun Day" QPR

- Pre-season Friendlies: Ticket Prices

FORMER QPR IVOR POWELL, TURNS 93

Former QPR player (1938-1948) Ivor Powell turns 93 today: Born July 5, 1916 and still active as a coach with Bath. More re Powell and Photos

January 2008 Profile/Interview - QPR OFFICIAL SITE INTERVIEW WITH POWELL POWELL'S PALACE DATE
- Former R's half-back Ivor Powell is looking forward to a big day out at Buckingham Palace next month.
- The 91 year-old was awarded an MBE for services to sport in the New Year's Honours list. So now Powell is going to meet the Queen to pick up his gong.
- Speaking exclusively to www.qpr.co.uk, Powell said: "I'm very happy about it. This is a real honour and privilege. It was a big surprise when I got the letter.
- "I have to travel up to London for the ceremony in February. Unfortunately, my wife Joan died four years ago and that was a big loss for me. But I will be accompanied on the trip by other family and friends."
- Powell moved from his native South Wales to join Rangers in 1936. His life was to change forever.
- "When I left school, I worked in a mine with my father and six brothers," he said.
- "I was there seven hours a day, six days a week. We had to walk a mile and a half underground every time to reach the coal face. I was only earning 12 shillings and a penny each week.

- "I also played amateur football for a local team called Bargoed Thursdays FC. After we won the league and cup by remaining undefeated, Queens Park Rangers picked me up.
- "I was called in to sign for the Club by QPR Manager Billy Birrell when I was 20 years-old. It felt like becoming a millionaire! And I said to myself 'I'm never going down that bloody coal pit again!' I never did.
- "The top wages I received at Loftus Road were £7 a week in the reserves and £8 in the first team. We got £6 in the summer. There also were bonus payments of £2 for a win and £1 for a draw."
- Powell made 157 appearances for Rangers in a 12-year spell that was interrupted by the War. He was part of the R's team that clinched the Division Three South title in 1948 and was our first post-war player to be capped - going on to make eight Welsh international appearances.
- "QPR had a very good side in those days," he said.
- "The secret was that there was a great spirit in our squad. We all linked up well together and we had a lot of excellent players like Billy McEwan, Cyril Hatton and Arthur Jefferson.
- "Our team formation was very far removed from what you see today. We had a goalkeeper, two full-backs, three half-backs and five forwards.
- "We also played with a heavy, laced-up leather ball. It was totally different to those much lighter versions that they use in the modern game which I call tennis balls!"

- Nowadays, the sprightly Powell passes on his tactical knowledge to the players at Team Bath FC of the British Gas Business Southern League Premier Division. He relishes his involvement and has been officially recognised by the Guinness Book of Records as the oldest working football coach in the world.
- "I take training sessions on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. I also sit in the dug out at our matches," said Powell.
- "I like to see football played hard but fair. My watchwords have always been aggression, determination, work rate, consistency of performances and the will-to-win. If players adopt those characteristics then they will do well on the field.
"I can spot little things in matches that need to be corrected and the lads appreciate me telling them quietly. I don't curse and yell. I coax and encourage them.
- "The most important thing is that I never ask anybody to do something that I can't do myself. But then again, I can still demonstrate passing and heading as well as producing a few tricks with a ball!
- "I have been in the game for more than 70 years and I have received great pleasure from every moment of it. But I am not done yet and I will keep going as I am enjoying it and I have still got something to give.
- "As long as they want me at Team Bath, I'll be here. Anyway, I have got to show my great-great-grandchild that I have still got the power, the strength and the health in me!
- "I will never forget my early days down in the coal mines with all those hard working people. Their plight has forever been etched on my mind and that has given me the willpower to carry on in coaching right into my nineties."
- Powell is a walking encyclopaedia of football recollections and when he is greeted by Queen Elizabeth next month, he is sure to talk about the Club where it all began for him.
- "QPR were my first true love," he said.
- "I really relished my time at Loftus Road. Every match where I pulled on the famous blue and white hooped jersey was a dream come true for me. So Rangers will always be my team. I still follow all their results and I hope the R's do well in the future."

PREVIOUSLY POSTED

- Rumoured Stoke Bid for Buzsaky
- Dave McIntyre/BBC606 on Lee Camp Sale and the QPR Rumour Mill from the club
- Flashback: Last Year's Q&A With Marc Bircham (now apparently returning to QPR to coach QPR youth)
- Year Flashback: A pre-assessment by QPR Italia/Vital Football QPR of QPR's Italian signings/rumoured signings
- The 1969/1970 Season - Memories

- (Unlike QPR) Barnsley's Youth part of the FA Premier Academy League (playing the likes) Manchester United, Manchester City, Everton, etc
- Ken Bates Libel Case Aftermath
- Stuart Pearce's Dark Side
- Crime in Football: "Money Laundering Through The Football Sector"
- Summer Transfers: A Club-by-Club List of Transfers Ins and Outs (thus far)

The QPR Accounts
- Excerpts from the 30+ page QPR Annual Report - Including Chairman (Briatore's) Report

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Saturday, July 04, 2009

Bernie Ecclestone's Perspective on QPR (and Hitler)....The July 4th QPR-USA Connection

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- Part QPR owner, Bernie Ecclestone Q&A. Ecclestone's View of Hitler
[Ecclestone re QPR "...It’s not much fun — we’ve always got the wrong players and the wrong manager.”]

- Rumoured Stoke Bid for Buzsaky

- Flashback: Last Year's Q&A With Marc Bircham (now apparently returning to QPR to coach QPR youth)

- Ken Bates Libel Case Aftermath

The July 4th: QPR - USA Connection
- [Suggest any additions to "The QPR-USA connection"]

- QPR & USA- Besides a considerable number of QPR fans who live throughout the United States, there has been a QPR-USA connection. Unfortunately on the playing side, only a couple of US players played for QPR: Juergen Sommer and Roy Wegerle. (Wegerle at QPR remembered)

- - Two seasons ago, QPR had two American goalkeepers in the squad. Matt Pickens who spent a few months with the club, coming from Chicago Fire, before being released. Another American goalie, Dale Crowther, was on the QPR subs bench a couple of times.

- Several QPR players have gone to the USA: Most recently, Gino Padula signed for Columbus Crewe although he's scarely played; while Danny Dichio is with Toronto and is in the running for the MLS all stars team.

- - Others: Juergen Sommer to Columbus Crew (and he is now Director of Soccer with Colorado Rapids; and Roy Wegerle, Steve Morrow, Danny Dichio and John Spencer (Morrow who was recently axed as Chief Coach with FC Dallas; and Spencer having moved into coaching).

- The greatest of them all, Rodney Marsh...

- Ex-QPR manager, Gordon Jago, the man who built the foundations for QPR's 1975/76 "Championship" Team, came to QPR having coached in the US, and after QPR (and Millwall) returned to the US where he's been involved in coaching for the past three decades. (Note: In 1984, Jago was reappointed QPR manager after Terry Venables and then a week later, was "unappointed.") - Gordon Jago Over the Years

- QPR came close to having a link to Milwaukee Brave/Tim Krause.

- In the early 1980s, Dean Neal was transferred from QPR to Tulsa Roughnecks. As was David McCreery. and Barry Wallace (RIP). In late 1970s, Mick Leach (RIP) went to Detroit Express (as did then Birmingham's Trevor Francis).

Addendum: To add: Ex-QPR Terry Mancini, to LA Aztecs in 1977

- A couple of seasons ago, QPR Reserves played a US-Under 20 last season "Generation adidas 2, Queens Park Rangers reserves 0"

US Based Fan Sites:

- Big Soccer Forum - QPR Fans

- QPR-LSA, USA

- QPRUSA Blog and QPR America

- QPR Report and QPR Report Messageboard

- QPR Playing as Tampa Bay Rowdies in 1986

- ADDENDUM: If anyone is interested in sending info for an online "Listing/Directory" of QPR suporters in the USA - but also in Canada and in fact any part of the world outside of the UK and Ireland, just send the information to QPRReport@hotmail.com (And how much information you want put: Name? Poster Name? email?City/State/Country - Any bio.]

POSTED ITEMS

- Stuart Pearce's Dark Side

- Year Flashback: A pre-assessment by QPR Italia/Vital Football QPR of QPR's Italian signings/rumoured signings

- (Unlike QPR) Barnsley's Youth part of the FA Premier Academy League (playing the likes) Manchester United, Manchester City, Everton, etc

- Ex-QPR Matt Pickens Speaking

- Football Fan Census: "The Big Issues in Football" Questionaire

Dave McIntyre/BBC606 on Lee Camp Sale and the QPR Rumour Mill from the club

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Friday, July 03, 2009

Perspective on Lee Camp at QPR, His £100,000 Nottingham Forest Move and QPR Rumours

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- Year Flashback: A pre-assessment by QPR Italia/Vital Football QPR of QPR's Italian signings/rumoured signings

- (Unlike QPR) Barnsley's Youth part of the FA Premier Academy League (playing the likes) Manchester United, Manchester City, Everton, etc

- Ex-QPR Matt Pickens Speaking

- Football Fan Census: "The Big Issues in Football" Questionaire

Dave McIntyre BBC 606 £100k for Camp is a decent deal
- Rangers have sold Lee Camp to Nottingham Forest for an initial fee of just £100,000 and believe it or not, it makes financial sense.
- The Camp v Cerny debate has been done to death.
- My view always was, and still is, that despite being somewhat overrated by QPR fans, Camp is by far the better of the two keepers and should be playing instead of Cerny.
- That’s very much a minority view, such has been Cerny’s success in turning opinions his way after a shaky start.
- But forget all that. In purely financial terms, the deal for Camp is a decent one for Rangers – however bad it may seem on the surface.
- The initial fee, followed by an additional sum in January plus two more payments based on appearances, mean Rangers should recoup at least £200,000 for Camp and maybe end up with closer to £300,000.
- That’s less than Rangers paid Derby for him and, I believe, significantly less than he is worth.
But in real terms a player is only worth what someone will pay for him, and Forest’s was the best offer on the table.
- Camp was simply not going to play for QPR this season.
- Given that, and the absence of better offers, at some point it pays to cut your losses and do business, which is what Rangers have done.
- The alternative was to have a high-earning player sitting on the bench, which would have made no financial sense whatsoever.
- Doing this deal with Forest means that beyond the small transfer fee, there is also an overall annual saving.
- Yes, it could potentially leave Rangers without adequate cover for Cerny.
- But that’s a football issue. In purely financial terms, the club have done the right thing.

- Camp had to go and while Forest have got themselves a bargain, Rangers got the best deal possible.
-No-one has been more critical of Gianni Paladini than me, but when it comes to Lee Camp he hasn’t done too badly.
- Camp’s name is rarely mentioned on the dreaded list of ‘Paladini signings’ but it was very much his.
With John Gregory’s position weak after a 5-0 mauling at Southend early in 2007, Paladini went from encouraging the re-signing of Camp on loan from Derby to insisting upon it.
Camp was a popular arrival and was later signed for a reasonable price – around £350,000.
- And after Camp fell out of favour with the top brass at Loftus Road, the deal Paladini has done to get him out of the building is, in all fairness, not a bad one in the circumstances.
- A much bigger fee for Camp was agreed last season when he departed on an initial loan deal but Forest opted not to go ahead with the signing, which was their right.

Now the transfer fee looks shockingly low, but the alternative was sheer financial lunacy.
Blame lies with Paladini and QPR not so much for the fee, but for creating unrealistic expectations among fans over transfer fees in general.
- Barely a week has gone by in recent years without some story or rumour emanating from the club – usually taken as fact by readers – that bids have been turned down for this player or that, when actual bids for QPR players are in fact very rare indeed.
- It creates discussion among supporters, many of whom will be impressed and/or grateful that interest in their favourite players is being fought off.
- But it’s a short-term gimmick that almost always comes back to haunt the club.
- It happened with Dan Shittu and especially in the case of Lee Cook, who for months was supposedly the subject of multi-million-pound bids from various clubs which were all repelled by your glorious board.
- But when Cook wanted to go and in any case needed to be sold to balance the books, only Fulham were seriously interested and Rangers spent the summer trying to cobble a deal together.
- Those who’d been led to believe Cook would fetch more cash were left disappointed.
- More recently, the kind of money Rangers are rumoured to be getting for Dexter Blackstock bears no resemblance to what Forest would pay for him, and the same applied to Camp.
- This creates a delusional view of what QPR players – and indeed most Championship players – are worth.
- This also affects how incoming transfers are perceived, with many fans seeming to think fees ranging from £500,000 to £1m somehow don’t count, and show the owners are not willing to spend big money.
- A couple of hundred grand for Camp isn’t ideal, but it isn’t to be sniffed at either.
In the circumstances, it’s a realistic fee and a decent bit of business. BBC606

Camp Speaks - Nottingham Forest Official Site - Billy Appeal Lures Camp
- The opportunity to work again for Billy Davies was the key factor behind Lee Camp's desire to join Nottingham Forest.
- The 24 year old finally got his wish today as he signed a four-year contract after Forest paid Queens Park Rangers an undisclosed fee.
- Camp played briefly under Davies for Derby and had another taste of the Scot's methods last season during his loan spell at The City Ground.
- And he told us: "I enjoyed the time I had on loan with Forest and built up a good rapport with the fans.
- "But the big thing for me is Billy - I know what he's all about and what he'll want to do and how he will approach things.
- "And having worked with him and his backroom staff before, it all fits.
- "It ticks every box and although being at home and closer to my family is important to me as well, essentially my motivation was to come and play for Nottingham Forest."
- The former England Under 21 international made 15 loan appearances for The Reds last season and had hoped the two clubs would strike a deal during the January transfer window.
- That never materialised and Camp is happy his patience has been rewarded.
- He added: "There's always a doubt that a deal won't go through but I had pretty much made up my mind as soon as I knew the club were interested.
- "I've worked with Billy before and know what he's all about. I'm very excited, am pleased that it's all done and dusted and can't wait for it to start." Nottingham Forest

- Paul Ince Returns to MK Dons as Manager

- Moggi Talking

- Peter Crouch to Fulham or Milan?...Nottingham Forest want a Sixth Striker

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Football Snippets....Camp Signs....Magilton Talking Transfers

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UPDATES

- Barnsley's Youth part of the FA Premier Academy League playing Manchester United, Manchester City, Everton, etc

- Ex-QPR Matt Pickens Speaking

- QPR World Change. "QPR Player will replace the current QPR World service..."(Among other things, will be able to listen/watch using a MAC)

- Football Fan Census: "The Big Issues in Football" Questionaire

- Moggi Talking

- Peter Crouch to Fulham or Milan?...Nottingham Forest want a Sixth Striker

- Video: A few goals from 2004-2005

- Year Flashback: A pre-assessment by QPR Italia/Vital Football QPR of QPR's Italian signings/rumoured signings

- Ken Bates Loses Libel Case

Camp Speaks - Nottingham Forest Official Site - Billy Appeal Lures Camp
- The opportunity to work again for Billy Davies was the key factor behind Lee Camp's desire to join Nottingham Forest.
- The 24 year old finally got his wish today as he signed a four-year contract after Forest paid Queens Park Rangers an undisclosed fee.
- Camp played briefly under Davies for Derby and had another taste of the Scot's methods last season during his loan spell at The City Ground.
- And he told us: "I enjoyed the time I had on loan with Forest and built up a good rapport with the fans.
- "But the big thing for me is Billy - I know what he's all about and what he'll want to do and how he will approach things.
- "And having worked with him and his backroom staff before, it all fits.
- "It ticks every box and although being at home and closer to my family is important to me as well, essentially my motivation was to come and play for Nottingham Forest."
- The former England Under 21 international made 15 loan appearances for The Reds last season and had hoped the two clubs would strike a deal during the January transfer window.
- That never materialised and Camp is happy his patience has been rewarded.
- He added: "There's always a doubt that a deal won't go through but I had pretty much made up my mind as soon as I knew the club were interested.
- "I've worked with Billy before and know what he's all about. I'm very excited, am pleased that it's all done and dusted and can't wait for it to start." Nottingham Forest

QPR Official Site - CAMP LEAVES FOR FOREST- Goalkeeper Lee Camp has joined Nottingham Forest for an undisclosed fee.
- The 24 year-old, who spent time on loan at The City Ground last season, has put pen to paper on a four year deal with The Reds.
- In total, Camp - who enjoyed two loan spells at Loftus Road prior to signing a permanent deal in the summer of 2007 - has made 76 appearances for the R's.
- The Club would like to place on the record its thanks to Lee for his contribution to QPR and wish him all the best for the future." QPR

Nottingham Forest Official Site - Camp - Deal Done
- Lee Camp has finalised his return to Nottingham Forest.
- The former England Under 21 international today signed a four-year City Ground contract after Forest paid Queens Park Rangers an undisclosed fee for his services.
- Camp, who spent three month of last season on loan with The Reds, completed the formalities of the deal this morning after undergoing a medical last night.
- The 24 year old is Forest's fourth signing of the week, which kicked-off with the £1million acquisition of David McGoldrick from Southampton, followed by confirmation of Dele Adebola's free transfer switch from Bristol City and then Paul Anderson's £250,000 move from Liverpool.
- Camp made 15 appearances for Forest while on loan last season and is relishing the prospect of a return to his native East Midlands." Nottingham Forest

QPR Official Site JIM: 'WE'VE GOT IRONS IN THE FIRE'
- Jim Magilton believes the R's are making 'good progress' in their pursuit for new players, but insists he won't be forced into panic buys.
- Speaking exclusively to www.qpr.co.uk in the wake of Damien Delaney's move to Ipswich Town and Lee Camp's imminent switch to Nottingham Forest, Magilton said: "We're progressing nicely on the transfer front.
- "We've got a few irons in the fire, but I'm not just going to bring players in for the sake of it.
- "Of course there are areas of the squad that need strengthening, but I said from the first day I arrived here that I would give every player a chance to impress me and that hasn't changed one bit.
- "Rest assured though, we're working extremely hard behind-the-scenes to bring the right footballers in to this Club."
- Magilton added: "I've been impressed with the lads in the opening couple of pre-season sessions and long may that continue.
- "There's a great work ethic amongst the squad and both myself and John (Gorman) have been really impressed by the desire of the group and the will-to-win ethic that appears to be on show."
- On the departure of Delaney and Camp's proposed move to The City Ground, Magilton added: "I think both players decided their futures lied away from QPR long before I arrived here.
- "I didn't have the chance to work with either player, but they've been good servants to the Club and I wish them all the best for the future." QPR

A round-up of recent football items of interest

- A list of coming games on Sky (none involving QPR)

- Visiting 92 Clubs in 3 Days

- UEFA to Clamp Down (further) on Racism: Gives Refs Powers to Abandon Games

- At WBA: Matteo Says He's in (ultimate) Charge of Buying Players

- Ian Holloway Speaks on Return from Latvia/Blackpool Owner Meeting

- QPR Off to Slovenia

- Paul Furlong Still Undecided

- Watford Accept £1.8m for Striker Tommy Smith

- John Harbin Departs

- Lee Camp Departs

- Marc Bircham Incoming - Have an Opinion About appointing Bircham to coach QPR youngsters?

- Delaney on Leaving QPR/Joining Ipswich

- Swansea holding talks with Lopez

- Richard Langley Training With Blackpool

- Six Months Ago today: QPR Complete signings of Borrowdale (3 1/2 year deal) and Helguson (2 1/2 year deal)

- A Decade Ago, Gerry Francis Talking About QPR Prospects

- A Truly Criminal Restaurant!

- Simon Royce Staying at Gillingham

- Crime in Football: "Money Laundering Through The Football Sector"

PREVIOUS ITEMS OF INTEREST

- Nice Act by Wycombe: Wycombe Official Site - IN MEMORY OF MIKE KEEN

- Video: 1986/87 Leeds vs QPR (FA Cup Fifth Round)

- The 1969/1970 Season - Memories

- Zesh Reman World Cup Bid Ambassador Blog

- Ex-QPR Players: Where Are They Now?

- Summer Transfers: A Club-by-Club List of Transfers Ins and Outs (thus far)

- Key QPR Dates for 2009-2010

- Pre-season Friendlies: Ticket Prices

- QPR Pre-Season in Croatia?

The QPR Accounts

- Excerpts from the 30+ page QPR Annual Report - Including Chairman (Briatore's) Report

- Discuss the Accounts I or Discuss the Accounts II

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Thursday, July 02, 2009

A Day of Change: Delaney, Camp and Harbin Depart...Delaney Praises Ipswich...Bircham Incoming...QPR Off to Slovenia

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UPDATED ITEMS

- UEFA to Clamp Down (further) on Racism: Gives Refs Powers to Abandon Games

- Ken Bates Loses Libel Case

- Paul Furlong Still Undecided

- Watford Accept £1.8m for Striker Tommy Smith

QPR ARRIVALS & DEPARTURES

- John Harbin Departs

- Lee Camp Departs

- Marc Bircham Incoming - Have an Opinion About appointing Bircham to coach QPR youngsters?

Delaney to Ipswich
QPR Official Site - DELANEY JOINS TRACTOR BOYS
- R's left back Damien Delaney has agreed a deal to join Championship rivals Ipswich Town.
- The 27 year-old defender has penned a two year-deal at Portman Road, after the R's accepted an undisclosed fee for the Republic of Ireland international.
- Delaney joined QPR from Hull City in January 2008 and went on to make 59 appearances in all competitions, scoring three goals.
- The Club would like to place on the record its thanks to Damien for his contribution to the R's and wish him all the best for the future.

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Ipswich Official Site - DAMIEN JOINS TOWN
- Republic of Ireland international Damien Delaney has joined Town from QPR for an undisclosed fee.
- The 27-year-old signed a two year contract at Portman Road this afternoon and will train with Blues for the first time on Friday.
- Damien started his career with hometown club Cork before joining Leicester in 2000. He spent two years with the Foxes, having loan spells at Stockport, Huddersfield and Mansfield in that time.
- He made 11 appearances for Leicester, then signed for Hull in 2002 where he went on to clock up more than 230 games.
- Damien joined QPR in January 2008, scoring three goals in his 59 appearances for the club.
- The left-back, who can also play in the middle of the defence, is capped twice by the Republic of Ireland, both appearances coming under current national team boss Giovanni Trapattoni.
- "I'm looking forward to the next step in my career here at Ipswich Town," said Damien.
- "I have spoken to the manager, Roy Keane, and it's clear that this club is very ambitious and I'm delighted to be part of trying to take the Club forward."
Roy added: "I'm delighted that Damien has agreed to join us. He's a player that I have kept an eye on for a while and I'm sure he will prove to be a valuable addition to our squad." Ipswich

Delaney Speaks - IPSWICH FANZINE "...
“I’m not getting any younger, I’m 27, 28, but I want to be successful and I want to get promoted and I want to do it while I’m in my prime. That was the biggest draw for me, the speed at which the club wants to do that.”
"....I see Ipswich as a better opportunity for me to progress and become a better player. It’s a chance to work with the manager and the players who are already here, which is too big an opportunity to turn down.
“I’m very pleased to be here. I’m pleased to be joining a club that’s moving in the direction it’s moving in. The appointment of Roy Keane as manager has shown the intentions of the football club and I want to be part of it, to come here and be successful and do the best that I can.
“Roy Keane being the man that he is isn’t going to come down here to the club for the sake of it," he added.
"He’s come down here to be successful. He’s an ambitious person and I’m an ambitious player. I’ve spoken to the manager already and he told me his plans – to get the club promoted - and the speed at which he wants to implement them and that’s what attracted me the most.”.....I know I’m only 28, but it’s a short enough career and hopefully I’m at my peak at the moment and I want to push on and get promoted when I’m at my peak....”
- Ipswich Fanzine

QPR OFFICIAL SITE - R'S HEAD TO SLOVENIA

Jim Magilton's First Team squad will step up their pre-season preparations with a tour of Slovenia later this month.

The R's will travel to Southeast Europe for an eight day tour between Monday 13th July and Monday 20th July.

During their stay, Rangers will play two pre-season friendlies against NK Celje on Wednesday 15th July and NK Karlovac on Sunday 19th July.

In-between times, the R's will continue their pre-season preparations at the luxurious Hotel Livada resort, based in Toplice.

Speaking exclusively to www.qpr.co.uk, Magilton believes the tour will serve as valuable preparation for the squad ahead of the season's opener against Blackpool on Saturday 8th August.

"It's a chance for a change of scenery for the lads and a good opportunity for the group to be together in a different environment," he said.

"Bonding is a key part of pre-season and a tour overseas provides the players with a great chance to mix with each other."

But it will be far from plain sailing for the R's, with Magilton and co. ready to crank up the intensity once the squad land in Ljubljana.

"We'll be working the boys really hard, as we have done over the last few days," he said.

"Clearly we'll have to work our training schedule around the two fixtures, but the emphasis will still be on building up their fitness levels ahead of the new season."

*Further details regarding the fixtures will follow in due course...

Who are NK Celje?

Based in Celje - Slovenia's third largest City - NK Celje are one of the oldest Football Clubs in their homeland.

They play their football in the Slovenian First Division, named PrvaLiga Telekom Slovenije, where they are one of only three Clubs who have participated in the top division since its formation 18 years ago.

Former players include West Bromwich Albion midfielder Robert Koren.

Who are NK Karlovac?

Based in the town of Karlovac, NK Karlovac clinched promotion to the Croatian top-flight - the Prva HNL - last season.

The Club finished runners-up in the second tier - the Druga HNL - last season and will now compete with renowned Croatian Club sides such as Hadjuk Split and Dinamo Zagreb in 2009/10.

- Swansea holding talks with Lopez

- Richard Langley Training With Blackpool

- Six Months Ago today: QPR Complete signings of Borrowdale (3 1/2 year deal) and Helguson (2 1/2 year deal)

- A Decade Ago, Gerry Francis Talking About QPR Prospects

- A Truly Criminal Restaurant!

-Three Ex-QPR Birthdays today: - Steve Morrow turns 39 (born 1970) was axed last year by FC Dallas where he was coach - Mathew Brazier turns 33 (born 1976) (Back when our "excess-to-need" players went to the likes of Fulham! - Tim Breacker turns 44 - (born 1965) - Not sure? He was with Holloway/axed at Leicester.

- Simon Royce Staying at Gillingham

- Crime in Football: "Money Laundering Through The Football Sector"

PREVIOUS ITEMS OF INTEREST

- Nice Act by Wycombe: Wycombe Official Site - IN MEMORY OF MIKE KEEN

- Video: 1986/87 Leeds vs QPR (FA Cup Fifth Round)

- The 1969/1970 Season - Memories

- Zesh Reman World Cup Bid Ambassador Blog

- Ex-QPR Players: Where Are They Now?

- Summer Transfers: A Club-by-Club List of Transfers Ins and Outs (thus far)

- Key QPR Dates for 2009-2010

- Pre-season Friendlies: Ticket Prices

- QPR Pre-Season in Croatia?

The QPR Accounts

- Excerpts from the 30+ page QPR Annual Report - Including Chairman (Briatore's) Report

- Discuss the Accounts I or Discuss the Accounts II

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Marc Bircham Returns to QPR...John Harbin Departs QPR...Lee Camp Sold to Nottingham Forest

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QPR Official Site - HARBIN DEPARTS
- The Club can confirm the departure of Performance Manager, John Harbin.
- Harbin, who joined the R's as part of former boss Iain Dowie's backroom staff last summer, has left Rangers with immediate effect.
- The Club would like to place on the record its thanks to John and wish him all the best for the future." QPR

QPR Official Site - Lee Camp - CAMP SET FOR FOREST SWITCH
- R's goalkeeper Lee Camp is poised to join Nottingham Forest for an undisclosed fee.
- Rangers have agreed a fee with Forest for the 24 year-old stopper, and the player has agreed personal terms with The City Ground outfit.
- Camp is now set to undergo a medical in the next 24 hours.
QPR

Nottingham Forest Official Site - EXCLUSIVE: Camp Set To Sign
- Nottingham Forest are poised to make Queens Park Rangers goalkeeper Lee Camp their fourth signing of the week.
- Chairman Nigel Doughty has revealed the club have agreed an undisclosed fee with Rangers for the 24 year old.
- The former England Under 21 international has agreed personal terms with The Reds over a four-year contract.
- Mr Doughty said: "We've now agreed terms with Queens Park Rangers for Lee Camp and agreed terms with his advisor.
- "So subject to a medical in the next 24/48 hours, we should be able to announce our fourth signing of the week."
- Camp is poised to undergo a medical in the next 24 hours before sealing his City Ground return.
- The former Derby man spent three months on loan on Trentside last season, making 15 appearances.
- He's best remembered by Forest fans for his stunning last-gasp penalty save against his former club Derby in the 1-1 Championship draw at Pride Park.
- Already this week Forest have captured David McGoldrick for £1million from Southampton, Paul Anderson for £250,000 from Liverpool and Dele Adebola on a free transfer from Bristol City. Nottingham Forest

Dave McIntyre/BBC 606 - Birch on the way back
- 02 July 2009
- Marc Bircham is set to return to Rangers to coach the youth team, which is good news in my view.
- It seems his appointment is about to be rubber-stamped and could be announced in the next 24 hours.
- I’m a great believer that clubs should, whenever possible, give former players who served them well the chance to cut their teeth in coaching.
- Whether they progress from there is down to the individual’s ability, but getting a foot in the door is important and I’m pleased QPR are looking to give Bircham that chance.
- He has had his differences with the Rangers hierarchy in the past, so both sides have had to mend fences. I'm pleased they have and hope Bircham does return.
- Bircham was often praised for his professionalism as a player - even before he joined Rangers from Millwall – and can be a good role model for young players.
- Now injury has brought his playing career to an end, it’s quite right that Rangers should give him an opportunity to stay in the game.
- Gary Waddock, Warren Neill, Gary Micklewhite and other former players have been given a similar chance in recent years, and Bircham deserves his.
- His passion for the club and down-to-earth personality will be an asset.
- Having said that, Rangers’ youth system is one of the areas the club urgently need to improve.
- That requires proper time and investment, not simply the appointment of a popular former player. BBC606

- Have an Opinion About appointing Bircham to coach QPR youngsters?

- WBA Confirm Swindon's Simon Cox set for WBA

- Swansea holding talks with Lopez

- Richard Langley Training With Blackpool

- Six Months Ago today: QPR Complete signings of Borrowdale (3 1/2 year deal) and Helguson (2 1/2 year deal)

- A Decade Ago, Gerry Francis Talking About QPR Prospects

- A Truly Criminal Restaurant!

-Three Ex-QPR Birthdays today: - Steve Morrow turns 39 (born 1970) was axed last year by FC Dallas where he was coach - Mathew Brazier turns 33 (born 1976) (Back when our "excess-to-need" players went to the likes of Fulham! - Tim Breacker turns 44 - (born 1965) - Not sure? He was with Holloway/axed at Leicester.

- Simon Royce Staying at Gillingham

- Crime in Football: "Money Laundering Through The Football Sector"

- Match Fixing Claims in Russia

- Photos From QPR's First Day of Training ---Further Photos from Day 1

PREVIOUS ITEMS OF INTEREST

- Nice Act by Wycombe: Wycombe Official Site - IN MEMORY OF MIKE KEEN

- Video: 1986/87 Leeds vs QPR (FA Cup Fifth Round)

- Ex-Derby Directors Guilty Verdict - Assessment

- The 1969/1970 Season - Memories

- Zesh Reman World Cup Bid Ambassador Blog

- Ex-QPR Players: Where Are They Now?

- Summer Transfers: A Club-by-Club List of Transfers Ins and Outs (thus far)

- Key QPR Dates for 2009-2010

- Pre-season Friendlies: Ticket Prices

- QPR Pre-Season in Croatia?

The QPR Accounts

- Excerpts from the 30+ page QPR Annual Report - Including Chairman (Briatore's) Report

- Discuss the Accounts I or Discuss the Accounts II

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Football Snippets Thursday...Lopez Talking to Swansea....Langley Training With Blackpool...The Criminal Restaurant...Six Months of Borrowdale/Helguson

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UPDATES:

- WBA Confirm Swindon's Simon Cox set for WBA

QPR FOOTBALL SNIPPETS
- Six Months Ago today: QPR Complete signings of Borrowdale (3 1/2 year deal) and Helguson (2 1/2 year deal)

- A Decade Ago, Gerry Francis Talking About QPR Prospects

- A Truly Criminal Restaurant!

BBC/David Dulin - Swansea holding talks with Lopez
- Swansea City are holding talks with Uefa Cup winner Jordi Lopez after his contract at Queens Park Rangers ended.
- Lopez, 28, was signed on a three-month deal by new Swans boss Paulo Sousa when he was in charge of QPR last season.
- But Sousa faces competition from two unnamed Championship clubs to sign Spanish midfielder Lopez who won the Uefa Cup with Sevilla in 2006.
- "Contact has been made, we've been talking with Paulo," said Lopez's agent Alex Bonnot.
- "Paulo would be happy to have Jordi with him. There's a good professional relationship between them.
- "But Jordi has two other options. It's going to be down to the talks and the decision of Jordi.
- "Everything so far has been very transparent and clear."
- If he signs, Lopez would become Sousa's first Swansea signing and would join in time to go on next week's training camp in Portugal.
- Lopez won the Uefa Cup with Sevilla in 2006 when the Spanish side beat Middlesbrough 4-0 in the final.
- Before the switch to Sevilla two years earlier, Lopez made three appearances for Real Madrid.
- He arrived in English football after being released by Real Mallorca last December, joining QPR in February.
- Lopez opened talks after his three-month contract at Loftus Road expired, but was unhappy with the wages being offered and negotiations have ended.
- Sousa, 38, was unveiled as successor to Roberto Martinez who left to take charge of Wigan last month...." BBC

Richard Langley Training With Blackpool
- Blackpool Gazette/Steve Canavan - Midfield star joins Pool for 'trial'
Former QPR star Richard Langley
- WINGER Richard Langley joined the Seasiders for their first day back in training – but that doesn't mean he will be signing.
- The former QPR star took part in a running session and a gym workout with the rest of the Pool squad at the De Vere hotel yesterday.
- But manager Ian Holloway stressed that he was simply looking after a player he used to manage and offering him the chance to get fit.
- However, if the 29-year-old can prove he's as good as when he was a regular starter under Holloway at Loftus Road he may yet earn a deal.
- "He's not on trial, he is training with us," said the boss. "We have a friendship and a working relationship that goes back years.
- "Richard has had a very tough time over the last two or three years and I've promised him a chance no-one else is going to get to train with my lads.
- "Now, if he looks anything like the Richard Langley of old, then I need a midfield player and it might suit both of us.
- "But I would not leave a companion of mine who worked so hard for me in the past out on a limb.
- "I'm using my position at Blackpool to help a friend and see if I can get him fit enough for someone to give him a job."
- London-born Langley made 133 League appearances for QPR between 1998 and 2003 before joining Cardiff in a £200,000 move.
- He has struggled of late, though, and has been released by Bristol City.
As for Holloway, he was delighted to finally meet up with his players 41 days after being confirmed as Seasiders boss.
- He talked to his squad at length about the standards he expects from them during the pre-season and the style of play he is aiming for.....
." Blackpool Gazette

Three Ex-QPR Birthdays today
- Steve Morrow turns 39 (born 1970) was axed last year by FC Dallas where he was coach
- Mathew Brazier turns 33 (born 1976) (Back when our "excess-to-need" players went to the likes of Fulham!
- Tim Breacker turns 44 - (born 1965) - Not sure? He was with Holloway/axed at Leicester.

- Simon Royce Staying at Gillingham

- Crime in Football: "Money Laundering Through The Football Sector"

- Match Fixing Claims in Russia

- Photos From QPR's First Day of Training ---Further Photos from Day 1

Kilburn Times/Ben Kosky: Bradley Allen - Find a new Ferdinand!
- FORMER QPR striker Bradley Allen believes his old club need a new fans' favourite up front to have any chance of success next season.
- Rangers were the joint lowest scorers in the Championship last year and have yet to strengthen their forward line this summer.
- Only one player - Andy Thomson - has broken the 20-goal barrier in a season for the Rs since Les Ferdinand's heyday and Allen feels they must unearth a worthy successor to his former strike partner.
- "A goalscorer can be a focal point of the team that supporters really relate to - and that's something they haven't had for a while," said Allen, who spent eight years with QPR in the top flight.
- "Big Les was phenomenally successful in the early 90s. We had smaller people playing off him and chipping in with goals, but that comes at a cost and they need to pinpoint that person.
- "Any of the teams that'll have a chance of being in the promotion shake-up in the Championship will need goalscorers with experience at that level - that's what Rangers have been without for the last few seasons.
- "This is something Jim Magilton will be trying to address and I'm sure he will be getting some financial backing. One would hope the individual he chooses will be the right one."
- Allen, 37, who now combines a coaching role at Tottenham with his work as a radio summariser, watched Rangers several times last season and feels two factors are essential if they are to mount a top six challenge.
- Namely, that newly-appointed boss Magilton is afforded longer than the four to six months each of his three predecessors has lasted, and that the team perform consistently well at home.
- "Consistency hasn't been there and the club have got to be patient with Jim," added Allen. "He hasn't got huge experience, but he's got some good ideas and enthusiasm and did relatively well at Ipswich.
- "If you remember, Ian Holloway had success when he got the supporters on his side and I'd hope Jim will follow the QPR philosophy of playing good football and take them close.
- "Rangers will find it difficult, but they were a big strong side under Paulo Sousa and hopefully their home form will be sufficient to give them a good chance.
- "If they start really well and turn Loftus Road into a fortress, as well as staying organised on their travels, they might give themselves a chance of the play-offs and I'd think that's the directive Jim would be under from the board."
- Magilton was able to take his first look at the squad he inherited from Sousa when the players reported back to Harlington for pre-season training on Wednesday." Kilburn Times

- Crystal Palace Chairman Statement re Payments

- Marking Five Years of MK Dons

PREVIOUS ITEMS OF INTEREST

- Nice Act by Wycombe: Wycombe Official Site - IN MEMORY OF MIKE KEEN

- Video: 1986/87 Leeds vs QPR (FA Cup Fifth Round)

- Ex-Derby Directors Guilty Verdict - Assessment

- The 1969/1970 Season - Memories

- Zesh Reman World Cup Bid Ambassador Blog

- Ex-QPR Players: Where Are They Now?

- Summer Transfers: A Club-by-Club List of Transfers Ins and Outs (thus far)

- Key QPR Dates for 2009-2010

- Pre-season Friendlies: Ticket Prices

- QPR Pre-Season in Croatia?

The QPR Accounts

- Excerpts from the 30+ page QPR Annual Report - Including Chairman (Briatore's) Report

- Discuss the Accounts I or Discuss the Accounts II

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Wednesday, July 01, 2009

Nottingham Forest Want Camp...QPR1st on Club's No AGM...Delaney/Ipswich Closer...Kerslake Watford Coach

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- Crime in Football: "Money Laundering Through The Football Sector"

- Photos From QPR's First Day of Training

- Live TV: Derby vs QPR - October 24

- Ex-QPR David Kerslake Appointed First Team Coach at Watford

- Marking Five Years of MK Dons

- Nice Act by Wycombe: Wycombe Official Site - IN MEMORY OF MIKE KEEN

- Video: 1986/87 Leeds vs QPR (FA Cup Fifth Round)

Lee Camp Interest?
Nottingham Evening Post: "...And manager Billy Davies still wants QPR goalkeeper Lee Camp, who had a successful loan spell at the City Ground last season" Nottingham Evening Post

Skysports Ipswich Town - Defender set to be Keane's first signing- Skysports.com understands Ipswich are closing in on the signing of QPR defender Damien Delaney.
-Ipswich boss Roy Keane is keen to bolster his squad and is ready to make his fellow Irishman his first signing of the summer at Portman Road.
- A number of clubs have been linked with Delaney, but Keane is believed to have persuaded him to move to Ipswich.
- The Portman Road outfit are thought to have agreed a fee with Rangers for Delaney and the full-back is expected to hold talks with Keane in the next few days. Skysports