UEFA Cup groups

[Liam]

I was going to go for a UK clean sweep in the UEFA, but just didn't have enough money.

Typical >_>

[Lineker]

Fucking Arsenal.

[ChrisSteeleAteMyHamster]

Arsenal are the blemish on an otherwise perfect week for the U.K.

Just like every other week of the season then

[9 to 5]

The only Rovers player I wasn't impressed with today was Pedersen. Everyone else put in 110% effort, and got the job done.

MGP was fucking shit and it's about time he got dropped for a few games to shove a firework up his arse.

[gunnar hendershow]

On the topic of Blackburn (I can't believe I forgot to say this last night). Brad Friedel is my favorite goalkeeper ever, and not just because he's American.

[9 to 5]

On the topic of Blackburn (I can't believe I forgot to say this last night). Brad Friedel is my favorite goalkeeper ever, and not just because he's American.

You will be spared on Judgment Day.

[9 to 5]

Tugay is magic.

[mikevandam]

IT'S A UK RAMPAGE.

If Newcastle hold on, it's pretty impressive that all the UK sides (aside from Arsenal) won in Europe this week.

[Liam]

My post was a couple of weeks ago, nonce.

[mikevandam]

i need glasses >-<

[The Kraig]

Rangers facing UEFA fine following pitch invasion

Rangers are facing a fine from UEFA following last night's pitch invasion by a political protestor during their 2-0 victory over Maccabi Haifa.

The man sprinted across the pitch wearing a Palestinian flag as a cape and a t-shirt depicting the Pope, before attempting to handcuff himself to the goalposts, in what is believed to be a protest against the visiting Israeli side.

The invasion sparked an angry response from both sets of fans, with the travelling support defiantly waving Israeli flags as the man struggled with stewards and police.

The game was delayed for several minutes in the second half whilst the protestor was removed.

The incident has been recorded in the match report that has arrived at UEFA headquarters.

A UEFA spokesman confirmed: 'This incident has indeed been mentioned in the report, meaning a disciplinary case will be opened.

'A meeting of the disciplinary committee will take place on December 7. A fine would be the likely punishment.'

The irony of Rangers being fined for a Palestinian activist's actions is unlikely to be lost on Gers fans, or their Old Firm rivals Celtic.

The mutual animosity between the two clubs, steeped in ancient religious divisions between the Protestant and Catholic communities in Glasgow, took a surreal twist four years ago.

Celtic supporters began waving Palestinian flags at games as an expression of solidarity against what they view as imperialism, a subject closely linked to their affiliation with the Catholic community in Northern Ireland.

Rangers fans soon responded with Israeli flags at derby matches, illustrating the tribal nature of Old Firm clashes.

Strathclyde Police in Glasgow said a 21-year-old man was arrested in connection with an incident at Ibrox Stadium. He is expected to appear today at Glasgow Sheriff Court.

[Guest Ringo Sparkles]

Wow, I wouldn't be surprised if PSG get a ban after what happened. That was pretty bad.

[9 to 5]

Rovers? Qualify? In Europe?

Hughes is just that good.

[R.W.]

Andre Ooijer as a centreback-cum-attacking midfielder? Only in the UEFA Cup! The boy had some magic runs.

[9 to 5]

Sooooo, Leverkusen away? I am going for a 0-0 or 1-1 draw here. With alot of our best players out a draw to bring back home to Ewood Park would be decent enough. Just not terribly confident for the first time in Europe this season (well, bar our first game, our record before this season in Europe was shocking).

[R.W.]

2-1 to the Rovers, Leverkusen aren't the team they used to be. HAMPDEN HERE WE COME!

[9 to 5]

Well, I do need 2 more goals from Benni to win a shitload of beer....2-1 it is!

[Herr Matzat]

Werder Bremen 3 - 0 Ajax Amsterdam

+ 2 Post and 1 Crossbar hit by Werder, we could have won 6 or 7 - 0 tonight... still this should be enough to get to the enxt round 8-)

[Colly]

And we're 90 minutes from Newcastles next step towards Glasgow, never even noticed we had a UEFA Cup thread here.

I'd like some more goals from McCarthy too since he's now decided to stink up my Dream Team, should've got Martins.

[The Kraig]

Rangers lose undeservedly, Newcastle win deservedly. I'm generally pleased.