Tuesday, December 16, 2003

I have often deliberated over whether it's my right, as manager, to ask players not to drink too much on a Saturday night before a big game or even any game. Every time I think about it I pretty quickly come to the conclusion that it would be wrong to do so. If the club were one where we paid you to play, then maybe, but even then I've played some of my best games with a hangover. So if you want to cut down on Saturday night drinking then it's completely up to you. You need to find the right balance between enjoying your night out and enjoying the game on a Sunday. Sometimes one will take priority over the other.

So basically, fuck it, have a beer, you've probably earned it taking scum to court and nailing them.