The football thread - relegation and running

[El Gordo]

So it must have been a pretty memorable day all in all then, SB?

Last year, I got back from FLM in time to watch Chelsea v Fulham in the semis. That was a weird game as I wanted them both to lose.

A few weeks ago I'd have regarded this year's contest as a foregone conclusion in Arsenal's favour but they seem a bit out of sorts at the moment, so you never know. Most neutrals would still back Arsenal to win but it's much less certain now.

Being the unfortunate age that I am, I well remember Southampton beating Man Utd in 1976. Was it Bobby Stokes? Or am I mixing up the name with someone else? He was so overcome with emotion after scoring that he fainted and had to be revived on the touchline.

Nigel will be pleased with the result from Maine Road (West Ham won 1-0). THey're still in with a chance, though it will be tough trying to beat Chelsea in midweek, especially as Chelsea need to win to have any chance of Champions League football.

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How did you do in the marathon by the way?