Every so often a club will inspire a person in such a way that he will die for them. He is a man whose life revolves around the team, and what is happening to it. He is the one who hurts the most when they lose, and roars the loudest when they score. For Tottenham Hotspur, Charlie is that fan.
And along with his undying love for Tottenham comes an unequivocal hatred of Arsenal. Charlie once turned down anal sex because he is acutely aware that the term ‘up the arse’ is associated with the act.
Charlie is a man who that has followed Tottenham everywhere no matter how shit we have been. And a man who should sit with more satisfaction than any other now that we’re half decent. Although, obviously, don’t get used to it – always remember Jason Dozzell, Clive Wilson and Kevin Scott.
We spoke to super Yid, Charlie, about this season and this is what he said…
1. Favourite moment of the season and why?
Final whistle against Arsenal. Finally burying that awful curse that had crippled any argument we had against them. It was the perfect remedy to the semi final shame days earlier. The atmosphere was sublime, Gomes phenomenal and the pure relief turning to ecstasy at the end is what derby days should be about.
2. Lowest point of the season?
For once, few to speak of. Wembley is the obvious, the slip ups against Wolves and Stoke at home also. I think the 3-0 defeat at the Emirates was the real low – beaten in 15 seconds and never looked like we’d get close to clawing anything back.
3. Favourite game and why?
Chelsea at home. It was the one that we weren’t supposed to go and do that… even better that it was no fluke either. We dominated the Champions and in the end, it was lucky for them that we didn’t embarrass them. Luka Modric really demonstrated his worth that day.
Special mentions for Man City away – that goal celebration will live with me forever and Stoke away, that was the first time I actually believed we could finish 4th.
4. Goal of the season?
Danny Rose v Arsenal. Stunning hit. Assou-Ekotto v Liverpool and Huddlestone v Bolton come a joint second. All in the same net as well.
5. Favourite player this season?
Tough – Gomes, Bale, Modric, Dawson, all have stood out. Ledley has defied belief and stepped in to become a true leader when it’s really mattered. I’ll have to give Bassong a mention too, many doubters, but he’s put in a steady shift and in my opinion, is widely underrated by Spurs fans.
6. Biggest regret this season?
Spineless performances at Old Trafford and Anfield. Key games, lost the appetite for it and succumbed to that stupid 64 game nightmare away to the ‘big four’
7. One player we MUST sign this summer?
A real world class striker. Defoe was class for half a season, Crouch in patches, Pav played his part – but none were reliable throughout and are going to get any better. Villa, Benzema, Dzeko – someone with real Champions League pedigree.
8. Priorities for next season?
Winning the Champions League qualifier. A defeat would put pay to all the hard work we’ve put in this season. We’ve got to prove we’re worthy of the top 4, the only way we can do that is by staying in it and giving a good account of ourselves in the competition.
9. What can Redknapp really achieve at Spurs?
He’s got a lot of good assets available to him. I don’t see a need to change the squad, just continue to develop the talent we’ve got. If we can get a consistent team out, keep players fit and fighting hard, we’ve got every chance of putting up a good fight on all fronts. I’d like to think that this time next year, we’re considered a real challenger in the Premier League, not just the winner of the also ran’s.
10. How long do you give him?
My heart says the real question is ‘how long does he give us’ – if Capello leaves the England job or he’s offered the job at Liverpool, Arsenal… even Man United – I can’t see him turning that down. I’d be disappointed if he’s out without a real obvious replacement lined up and a genuine need for a change of manager.
What say you?
1. Favourite moment of the season and why?
2. Lowest point of the season?
3. Favourite game and why?
4. Goal of the season?
5. Favourite player this season?
6. Biggest regret this season?
7. One player we MUST sign this summer?
8. Priorities for next season?
9. What can Redknapp really achieve at Spurs?
10. How long do you give him?
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Posted: May 17th, 2010 under Flav's posts.
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