My football tour

(Sorry if it's not appropriate to create a new thread for that, but I did it to call more attention to the topic as I'd really appreciate some help.)

I think I've already mentioned that I was thinking of going back to England this year, during my vacations. Now I'm seriously considering the idea, although not yet certain. There are some flights in promotional prices and I really need a rest from my reality. Nothing better than going to scouse land.

This time, though, I want to stay for longer and visit other places in England as well. I spoke to a lot of friends but none of them can travel with me in this period, for various reasons. I'm probably going alone then, and that's why I'm planning to do something I would probably only be able to do by myself, as none of my friends (besides Ingo, perhaps) would want to do - go to as many football matches in as many leagues as possible. That is, a football tour.

I'll most likely travel in March. Still have to confirm the dates but I'm thinking from March 1st to 25th. Right now, I'm trying to sort out the logistics of my planned trip, so I can watch games in the EPL, CH, L1 and L2 - maybe also non-league (I thought of Barrow as they have 2 supporters here problem about them is that they only play one game at home in March)

Liverpool (EPL) and Accrington Stanley (L2) are the only clubs I really want to go. The others will depend on schedule.

These are the games I thought of watching, in my first planning:

- 03/03: Liverpool vs Arsenal (EPL)
- 06/03: Tranmere Rovers vs Notts County (L1)
- 10/03: (some game in London)
- 17/03: Blackpool vs Brighton (CH)
- 20/03: Accrington Stanley vs Morecambe (L2)
- 24/03: Liverpool vs Wigan (EPL)

From 03/03 to 09/03, I'd be staying in Liverpool. Then I think of going over to London to visit the city, as I didn't do it the last time I was in England. I'd have to return to my footballing Mecca later to watch the Reds again

Now, I want to ask... how stupid is my idea? Would I spend too much money to move from city to city inside England? Any ideas of a better schedule?

And more importantly: is it even slightly realistic to think of getting a ticket for Liverpool matches? And also, on 17/03, the day of the Blackpool game, Liverpool play QPR in London. I wonder how impossible it would be to get a ticket for that away match... ?

Any help is appreciated. If you think it's a stupid, silly idea, don't hold your opinions to yourself

The logistics are sound as you can always book a cheap coach to here and there. It's just the match ticket for the away LFC game that I personally reckon you'll struggle with bud.

Not impossible though!

I could have a word with a few mates of mine who I see at the home games they go to every game and may be able to sort you out with away tickets,as for myself i'm off to the Goa in March so i'll hope to meet up with you before I go and maybe sort some tickets out for you.

The logistics are sound as you can always book a cheap coach to here and there. It's just the match ticket for the away LFC game that I personally reckon you'll struggle with bud.

Not impossible though!

Thanks mate. Is there any website where I can see times and prices for coach travels?

I could have a word with a few mates of mine who I see at the home games they go to every game and may be able to sort you out with away tickets,as for myself i'm off to the Goa in March so i'll hope to meet up with you before I go and maybe sort some tickets out for you.

Thanks Allan, I'd really appreciate if you could help me out with the away ticket. If not possible, my biggest priorities are the two home games... do you think it's possible to get tickets for these 2 games (Arsenal and Wigan)? From what I seen on the website, they seem to be either sold out, or have only the expensive packages left.

Oh and sorry for the ignorance, but what/where is Goa?

Dont they have companies that do special Football tours? They arrange rooms, tix, flights etc..?

Probably, but not to all the games I want to watch (I mean.. Accrington Stanley ) Also, I'm not going just for football, I plan to visit London, Liverpool, Blackpool...

Do my best for ya mate and Goa is in India.

Thanks a lot mate

India? Nice, have a nice trip yourself too

Change of plans... I've just been informed I won't have 3 weeks as I was hoping for, more likely just 2 weeks. That's why I'm thinking of going in late February, so I can stay a little bit more than 2 weeks cause there's carnival here which is a 3-day holiday.

If I do go in this period, I'd be in England in February 26th, day of the Carling Cup final. Considering Liverpool will get to the final, how unlikely is it for me to get a ticket?

I'm only waiting for Wednesday's result so I can confirm if I'll be in England during the Carling Cup final... again, I ask, would it be possible for me to get a ticket? I have no idea of how it works for a cup final.

[Flood alert]

Pleeeeease 

Thanks mate. Is there any website where I can see times and prices for coach travels?

If you book handy enough you can get some good deals on the train.  £20 to London - takes about 2 hours.  If you get a bus down there it will probably take about 3 times as long.

I'm not going to discuss a cup final ticket with you because to do so would be a massive jinx.  Let's see what happens Wednesday.

You'll have to sample the unique details of an AFC Liverpool game - and it would be handy if you could get to a reds away game.

If you book handy enough you can get some good deals on the train.  £20 to London - takes about 2 hours.  If you get a bus down there it will probably take about 3 times as long.

When I went to Liverpool, I remember the train was a little bit less than £20... my only worry is that if I travel from city to city to see other games, it probably would end up being a bit too expensive if I only use the train.

I'm not going to discuss a cup final ticket with you because to do so would be a massive jinx.  Let's see what happens Wednesday.

Haha right! I just wanted to have an idea if it's possible to get a ticket (without paying ridiculous price from a re-seller), but let's see what happens on Wednesday!

You'll have to sample the unique details of an AFC Liverpool game - and it would be handy if you could get to a reds away game.

It's a very good idea actually! Where exactly is their ground?

WOOOOOOHOOOOOOO

I'll tak to my boss first thing in the morning tomorrow. Then if possible I'll already book my flights

All I need is a Carling Cup final ticket!

Still have to talk to my boss but I think there won't be any problems about it (hope so)

My re-planned tour looks even better, although harder to get tickets as well (I'll try not to worry about this "detail" at the moment )

I'd arrive in London on 11 February, the day of Spurs x Newcastle. No idea if there would be enough time to go to the match, but I'll include it in the list anyway. So that's how it looks:

11/02 (Saturday) – Tottenham x Newcastle – 17h30
12/02 (Sunday) – Wolves x WBA – 13h30
                     OR   Aston Villa x Man City – 16h00
14/02 (Tuesday) – Crewe x Burton – 19h45
18/02 (Saturday) – Accrington Stanley x Plymouth – 15h00
25/02 (Saturday) – Wigan x Aston Villa – 15h00
                      OR    some game in London (ex: QPR x Fulham – 15h00)
26/02 (Sunday) – Liverpool x Cardiff – Carling Cup Final
03/03 (Saturday) – Liverpool x Arsenal – 15h00

Still have to talk to my boss but I think there won't be any problems about it (hope so)

My re-planned tour looks even better, although harder to get tickets as well (I'll try not to worry about this "detail" at the moment )

I'd arrive in London on 11 February, the day of Spurs x Newcastle. No idea if there would be enough time to go to the match, but I'll include it in the list anyway. So that's how it looks:

11/02 (Saturday) – Tottenham x Newcastle – 17h30
12/02 (Sunday) – Wolves x WBA – 13h30
                     OR   Aston Villa x Man City – 16h00
14/02 (Tuesday) – Crewe x Burton – 19h45
18/02 (Saturday) – Accrington Stanley x Plymouth – 15h00
25/02 (Saturday) – Wigan x Aston Villa – 15h00
                      OR    some game in London (ex: QPR x Fulham – 15h00)
26/02 (Sunday) – Liverpool x Cardiff – Carling Cup Final
03/03 (Saturday) – Liverpool x Arsenal – 15h00

Liverpool vs Arsenal now kicks off at 12.45 on 3 March

Still have to talk to my boss but I think there won't be any problems about it (hope so)

My re-planned tour looks even better, although harder to get tickets as well (I'll try not to worry about this "detail" at the moment )

I'd arrive in London on 11 February, the day of Spurs x Newcastle. No idea if there would be enough time to go to the match, but I'll include it in the list anyway. So that's how it looks:

11/02 (Saturday) – Tottenham x Newcastle – 17h30
12/02 (Sunday) – Wolves x WBA – 13h30
                     OR   Aston Villa x Man City – 16h00
14/02 (Tuesday) – Crewe x Burton – 19h45
18/02 (Saturday) – Accrington Stanley x Plymouth – 15h00
25/02 (Saturday) – Wigan x Aston Villa – 15h00
                      OR    some game in London (ex: QPR x Fulham – 15h00)
26/02 (Sunday) – Liverpool x Cardiff – Carling Cup Final
03/03 (Saturday) – Liverpool x Arsenal – 15h00

Very, very jealous of you, Diego. If you can't get to Wembley, I can imagine being in Liverpool during that time would be absolutely epic.

If you can't get to Wembley, I can imagine being in Liverpool during that time would be absolutely epic.

I know mate, but the thought of being so close to it and not watching the game in the stadium is a painful one, it would be extremely frustrating

So here's how my updated plans look like (games in bold)... any ideas, suggestions or advice would be nice.

Feb 20 - Arrive in London
Feb 21 - Travel to Crewe
Feb 21 - Crewe Alexandra vs Accrington Stanley
Feb 22 - Travel to Accrington
Feb 22 to 24 - Stay in Accrington (I know, I'm weird)
Feb 24 - Travel to London
Feb 24 to Mar 01 - Stay in London
Feb 25 - West Ham vs Crystal Palace
Feb 26 - Liverpool vs Cardiff (haven't given up yet)
Feb 29 - England vs Holland
Mar 01 - Travel to Blackpool
Mar 01 to Mar 03 - Stay in Blackpool
Mar 02 - Blackpool vs Hull City
Mar 03 - Travel to Liverpool
Mar 03 to Mar 10 - Stay in Liverpool
Mar 03 - Liverpool vs Arsenal
Mar 06 - Tranmere vs Notts County
Mar 09 - St Helens vs Hull FC (rugby league )
Mar 10 - Travel to Sunderland
Mar 10 - Sunderland vs Liverpool (no idea if I can get a ticket for that game)
Mar 10 - Travel to London (sleep in the airport - seriously)
Mar 11 - Get back to Brazil

Mucho Suerte mi Amigo.

Wow Diego, that's one packed programme of footy events 

Good luck with all your arrangements hun. 

Thank you!

And now it's official, just booked my flights and bought tickets for England vs Holland. Now I need to sort all the other details

(PS: I'm still looking for that Carling Cup Final ticket, haven't completely lost faith!)

Personally I'd scrap the West Ham game, see if you can travel down to Swindon with Accrington fans for their game on the 25th February, London is easily accessible from Swindon.  Plus Swindon are managed by Paolo Di Canio and have been playing some good football this season.

Feb 21 - Crewe Alexandra vs Accrington Stanley

Hmmm... just wondering if I might be able to join you at this match. It's not that far from Stoke.

Hmmm... just wondering if I might be able to join you at this match. It's not that far from Stoke.

It would be great! I tried to include a Stoke game in my plans so I could visit you there, but the only home Stoke games during this period are Stoke vs Swansea on Feb 26 (day of the Carling Cup Final) and Stoke vs Norwich on Mar 03 (day of Liverpool vs Arsenal)

Yeah I had a look at their fixtures as well. Shame you can't go and experience just how cold the Britannia really is, haha.

Yeah I had a look at their fixtures as well. Shame you can't go and experience just how cold the Britannia really is, haha.

Of course there is still the fact that even from Wembley and Anfield on those game days you will still be able to see alot of the ball from the Britannia with the way Stoke play, just look upwards....

  

Diego I just wanna wish you a safe trip, a great time, enjoy everything you can and won't even mention the fact how freackin jealous I am. Enjoy it mate.

Mar 01 - Travel to Blackpool
Mar 01 to Mar 03 - Stay in Blackpool

I'll say it before anybody else does, Blackpool is an utter utter shithole. Just don't want you going there with this idea that it's our version of Vegas as some would have you believe. The seaside area and surrounding streets are run down, decrepit and filled with stag dos from Moss Side and as for the B&Bs, pay the extra and go for a proper hotel!

Is it that bad? I always heard it's a nice city. I got a ticket for the game though, and I have a soft spot for the club because I idolize Sir Stanley Matthews

Is it that bad?

Yes.

My parents took us years ago for a holiday and I thought it was great as a kid but me and my missus stopped off there on our way down from The Lake District on our way to Liverpool a few years back and I discovered it not exactly how I remembered.

Rep's description sounds about right to me.

I'll shorten my stay there for just 1 day then!

Diego

Ok I was successful today in the ballot for a cup final ticket,  don't worry I'm not just rubbing it in 

I genuinely believe that Liverpool Football Club is unique and don't just think that the Liverpool family is a statement to just throw out there.
I have been lucky enough to go to cup finals before, and I feel that I will have more chances to follow the club to others in the future, however this could be your only chance to see us in one.

If you want and there is a way to sort it out and within your budget I'm happy for you to have my ticket...

Diego

Ok I was successful today in the ballot for a cup final ticket,  don't worry I'm not just rubbing it in 

I genuinely believe that Liverpool Football Club is unique and don't just think that the Liverpool family is a statement to just throw out there.
I have been lucky enough to go to cup finals before, and I feel that I will have more chances to follow the club to others in the future, however this could be your only chance to see us in one.

If you want and there is a way to sort it out and within your budget I'm happy for you to have my ticket...

Fantastic offer there mate!

I would also like to go to the Cup Final

Fantastic offer there mate!

I would also like to go to the Cup Final

 

Haha, Si if he can't do it or it can't be done I'll be there myself lad...

One off chance for him as far as I can tell. Not for us...

Haha, Si if he can't do it or it can't be done I'll be there myself lad...

One off chance for him as far as I can tell. Not for us...

It's also a plane journey for me as well, albeit a much shorter one so I want in

Just kidding and when Diego reads this he will explode with excitement!

I think 'explode' is precisely the right word!!!!!!!!

Diego

Ok I was successful today in the ballot for a cup final ticket,  don't worry I'm not just rubbing it in 

I genuinely believe that Liverpool Football Club is unique and don't just think that the Liverpool family is a statement to just throw out there.
I have been lucky enough to go to cup finals before, and I feel that I will have more chances to follow the club to others in the future, however this could be your only chance to see us in one.

If you want and there is a way to sort it out and within your budget I'm happy for you to have my ticket...

Just sent you a PM mate.

I think 'explode' is precisely the right word!!!!!!!!

I'll bet you looked like this for a few minutes though

That is a most generous offer to make Paisleydalglish, I know how much Diego will appreciate what you've done for him 

Stunning stuff Paisleydalglish. Top man.

Diego will definitely appreciate it.

And I'll definitely be jealous. Diego lad.

I've already talked to him via PM so he knows how pleased I am to know there's someone even considering helping me out that way. I really hope someday I'll be able to pay back such a favor. It means so much to me. YNWA

Amazing offer, nice one PD! Now you'll have to decide what to spend Diego's £1200 on.

Amazing offer, nice one PD! Now you'll have to decide what to spend Diego's £1200 on.

 

As I've told Diego, all I want is face value...

Diego

Ok I was successful today in the ballot for a cup final ticket,  don't worry I'm not just rubbing it in 

I genuinely believe that Liverpool Football Club is unique and don't just think that the Liverpool family is a statement to just throw out there.
I have been lucky enough to go to cup finals before, and I feel that I will have more chances to follow the club to others in the future, however this could be your only chance to see us in one.

If you want and there is a way to sort it out and within your budget I'm happy for you to have my ticket...

2012's man of the year right there.

I've already talked to him via PM so he knows how pleased I am to know there's someone even considering helping me out that way. I really hope someday I'll be able to pay back such a favor. It means so much to me. YNWA

I'd think all PD would want, apart from face value, is for you to enjoy yourself.

PD you are a true gent.

Respect mate!

I'd think all PD would want, apart from face value, is for you to enjoy yourself.

I will!!!


By the way, anyone fancy going to Tranmere Rovers or St Helens (rugby) game? I accidentally bought 2 tickets for the St Helens game, I emailed them to get a refund but if anyone want to go with me then it's even better. It's really close to Liverpool city isn't it.

I accidentally bought 2 tickets for the St Helens game

How did you manage that? 

How did you manage that? 

No idea I really don't remember changing the 'quantity' of tickets on the website. I only realized that when I received a confirmation email and it had double the price of what I was supposed to be paying. Then I checked and saw I actually bought 2 tickets. Stupid!

St Helens is really close to Liverpool, so if anyone want to join me and go to the match, it would be great.

Diego, regarding our conversation on Facebook, it's easier for me if you pm me on here (if you don't mind). I can access this at work but have to use my phone for Fb.

So boys and girls, thanks to the help of brilliant people like Cas and John (Paisleydalglish), this is how my tour will look like!

- 21/02 - Crewe Alexandra vs Accrington Stanley @ Alexandra Stadium (League 2)
- 25/02 - West Ham vs Crystal Palace @ Upton Park (Championship)
- 26/02 - Liverpool vs Cardiff City @ Wembley (Carling Cup Final)
- 29/02 - Inglaterra vs Holanda @ Wembley (amistoso)
- 02/03 - Blackpool vs Hull City @ Bloomfield Road (Championship)
- 03/03 - Liverpool vs Arsenal @ Anfield Road (Premier League)
- 06/03 - Tranmere Rovers vs Notts County @ Prenton Park (League 1)
- 09/03 - St Helens vs Hull FC @ Langtree Park (Rugby Super League)

not sure yet: 10/03 - Sunderland vs Liverpool @ Stadium of Light (Premier League)


I can buy tickets for Sunderland vs Liverpool in a home stand but I not sure if I really want to do it. Not being able to celebrate a LFC goal would suck so much! And it's gonna be difficult to get an away ticket for the match.

And actually I still haven't bought a ticket for Tranmere Rovers but will do it today.

Steve (Reprobate) is considering going to the Crewe game with me, which would be great. John (JD) said he'll also go for the St Helens game. If anyone else fancy joining me for any of the matches listed, please get in touch cause it would be great to have company for them.

^ It was taken from my post on facebook, just realized a part of it is in Portuguese "Inglaterra vs Holanda" means England vs Holland, of course. And "amistoso" is friendly.

I was looking on LFC website and seen they have a 'Legends Tour' now, on March 10th it's with Jimmy Case, if I can't get a ticket for the Sunderland match then I'm thinking of doing it. I've already met Phil Neal, David Johnson and even Alan Kennedy, adding Jimmy Case to my legends list would be nice

Paisleydalglish. Top top man!

Let us know when you're in the pool soft lad!

Diego

Ok I was successful today in the ballot for a cup final ticket,  don't worry I'm not just rubbing it in 

I genuinely believe that Liverpool Football Club is unique and don't just think that the Liverpool family is a statement to just throw out there.
I have been lucky enough to go to cup finals before, and I feel that I will have more chances to follow the club to others in the future, however this could be your only chance to see us in one.

If you want and there is a way to sort it out and within your budget I'm happy for you to have my ticket...

Such a selfless act, well in Mate !

PD gallantry at it's finest mate well done yet again.

Enjoy Diego I am sure you will enjoy the rugby too.

and as for the B&Bs, pay the extra and go for a proper hotel!

HAHA stayed in a b&b once in blackpool , my bed had a proper shagging dent in it the shape of a womans arse ,

Just arrived at the hostel where I'm staying for the night here in London. Tomorrow morning I get the train to Crewe to watch the 1st game of my tour.

Just arrived at the hostel where I'm staying for the night here in London. Tomorrow morning I get the train to Crewe to watch the 1st game of my tour.

Welcome to England again Diego 

How was your journey?

Have a great time Diego mate, props to PD for being so generous, enjoy the final, i wish i could see it at wembley, i live so close aswell!

Have a great time Diego.

So it starts.
Have a great time Diego.
First Pearl Jam, now this.
b***ard.

Nice one PDaddy.
Think that's New Poster 2012 wrapped up.
Soft in the head mate, but much respect for the generous gesture.
They say the threat of fatherhood changes a man.

So it starts.
Have a great time Diego.
First Pearl Jam, now this.
B***ard.

Nice one PDaddy.
Think that's New Poster 2012 wrapped up.
Soft in the head mate, but much respect for the generous gesture.
They say the threat of fatherhood changes a man.

Thanks ... I think....

I already have one lad, another on the way and I'm preparing myself for letting my tickets go to them in the future... 

As I said mate, Liverpool football club is unique and I genuinely believe that.

Not sure what you mean by poster... I'm not expecting Diego to get a big picture of me on his wall  A little bit of sick came up at the thought.. 


Hope your journey over was good Diego lad.

Sorry I haven't yet posted in this thread.  Want to give special mention to PD for sorting Diego out with his ticket for Wembley.

I've seen a number of impressive 'offline' actions from members of this forum over the years and this is right up there.  Well in lad.

Well met with Diego today, he has his ticket for the final. I hope he brings us luck..

Enjoy your day Diego. YNWA..

PD that's epic mate. A great gesture, Diego would be over the moon. You made a fellow Red's dream come true. Nice one fella.

Pure class lad. I can only imagine Diego's face when you gave him the ticket.

We met really fast but I hope John knows how much I appreciate it! Im at the hostel in London now, tomorrow Ill do some 'normal' tourism for a change!

The first game of my trip ended with defeat to the team I was cheering for, but it was really nice anyway. (Crewe Alexandra 2-0 Accrington Stanley)

Once in Accrington, I got interviewed by 2 local papers (Accrington Observer and Lancashire Telegraph), Met players, manager, watched training, everything!

A picture...

To say I'm jealous is an understatement Diego lad!!! Haven't been back in England in going on 4 years now.

I know you're having a great time.

Keep the pictures rolling mate

Nice one Diego, just hopes it snows for you mate!

We met really fast but I hope John knows how much I appreciate it! Im at the hostel in London now, tomorrow Ill do some 'normal' tourism for a change!

The first game of my trip ended with defeat to the team I was cheering for, but it was really nice anyway. (Crewe Alexandra 2-0 Accrington Stanley)

Once in Accrington, I got interviewed by 2 local papers (Accrington Observer and Lancashire Telegraph), Met players, manager, watched training, everything!

A picture...

How did the first game go then?

Bet something was lost in the translation and it's Liverool he thinks he's supporting.

Made up to see Diego in the news, met up with him on Saturday and managed to secure him a ticket for the Sunderland game on Saturday, hope he has a great time.

Made up to see Diego in the news, met up with him on Saturday and managed to secure him a ticket for the Sunderland game on Saturday, hope he has a great time.

Hahaha nice one Cas.

Bet something was lost in the translation and it's Liverool he thinks he's supporting.

Hahaha I said in the interview that I was a Liverpool fan, told them about the whole tour I was doing, named every game, but they simply ignored it to make it sound as if I had traveled all the way just to see Accrington Stanley

Made up to see Diego in the news, met up with him on Saturday and managed to secure him a ticket for the Sunderland game on Saturday, hope he has a great time.

Oh yes!!! I can't wait for it, Traveling Kop here I come!

Hahaha I said in the interview that I was a Liverpool fan, told them about the whole tour I was doing, named every game, but they simply ignored it to make it sound as if I had traveled all the way just to see Accrington Stanley

Bloody English media

Hahaha I said in the interview that I was a Liverpool fan, told them about the whole tour I was doing, named every game, but they simply ignored it to make it sound as if I had traveled all the way just to see Accrington Stanley

Typical, media twisting words 

Enjoy the trip to the Stadium of light 

Oh, if any Liverpudlians from the forum would like to have a drink or do something during the weekend, let me know! My number while I'm in England is 07741 184580

If you are in the City Centre around early afternoon this Friday I'll treat you to a pint fella. Let me know.

Haven't been on the forum as much lately and hadn't noticed this thread until Saturday just gone. Read it from the start and it gave me a huge smile.

Paisleyred your a legend fella and Diego, what a f**king adventure.

Pleasurable read and one of the most enjoyable threads I've read on this.

Hats off!

EDIT:

Some posters on here must be getting slow...

Exaccctly!!! 

Ian Rush, Accrington Stanley Milk Advert, CLEAN AND IN FULL!

You'll be getting propositions for Celebrity Big Brother, or something similar soon, Diego!

If you are in the City Centre around early afternoon this Friday I'll treat you to a pint fella. Let me know.

Hey mate, how early do you mean? I'll probably be around but I have to go to St Helens for the rugby league match at night, so it'll depend on what exactly you mean by early!


And also, Saturday is my last day here, I'll be going to Sunderland to see the away game, probably coming and going by coach, so I think I should be back in Liverpool at around 8 or 8.30 PM. So I was thinking it would be nice if anyone from the forum is up for a pint or two, like we did last year (at the Crown Pub, could be there again or somewhere else). If not, I'll probably go to the Cavern Club see the Beatles tribute, but personally I prefer having a beer with fellow reds!

Alright mate, not too sure what time i'll be out at this moment as workhas been hectic. Depends on how much I get through today>

I'll either message you on this later tonight or in the morning or text you on the number you have given with a time.

Hope you are enjoying your week.

Hope we can finish off you tour on a high (with a win of course) Diego !

so I think I should be back in Liverpool at around 8 or 8.30 PM

I'd say that was very ambitious.  I think you will have done well to get back for 9 myself.

See you later tonight.

In the end, I only arrived in Liverpool at 12.15, which killed my Saturday night... it was probably a good thing though, as I had to wake up quite early on the Sunday morning.

Well, just to let everybody know, I'm back to Brazil. I'm already back to work as well, but my boss is nowhere to be seen, so I'm sitting here waiting for him to update me with what happened in those weeks I was absent and get myself something to do.

These are the results of my tour:

1. Crewe Alexandra 2-0 Accrington Stanley
2. West Ham United 0-0 Crystal Palace
3. Liverpool 2-2 Cardiff
4. England 2-3 Holland
5. Blackpool 1-1 Hull City
6. Liverpool 1-2 Arsenal
7. Tranmere Rovers 1-1 Notts County
8. St Helens 10-22 Hull FC
9. Sunderland 1-0 Liverpool

It means that cup final aside (which was only won after penalties), not a single one of the teams I was supporting actually won their games.

I don't really care about most of the clubs I was 'supporting' on those particular days though, so, despite the results, it wasn't frustrating at all - quite the opposite: amazing experiences. Only the Sunderland game left a very bitter taste in the mouth.

The highlight was obviously the Cup final, and that alone would've been worth the trip and many other defeats that came after that. If I had days like that Sunday @ Wembley more often in my life, I'd be such a happier person I have obviously to say thanks again to Paisleydalglish for giving me opportunity to experience this.

I also want to say thanks to everyone that helped me in any other way, like Cas (who got me tickets for the Arsenal and Sunderland games), Kenny (who went to the Tranmere game with me), JD (who went to the rugby game with me), Kenny's dad (although not on the forum, he was a bit of a tour guide during my time in L'pool ), and anyone else I might have forgotten.

It was great and I look forward to seeing everyone again in the future (when will that be though, I have no idea!)

In the end, I only arrived in Liverpool at 12.15, which killed my Saturday night... it was probably a good thing though, as I had to wake up quite early on the Sunday morning.

Well, just to let everybody know, I'm back to Brazil. I'm already back to work as well, but my boss is nowhere to be seen, so I'm sitting here waiting for him to update me with what happened in those weeks I was absent and get myself something to do.

These are the results of my tour:

1. Crewe Alexandra 2-0 Accrington Stanley
2. West Ham United 0-0 Crystal Palace
3. Liverpool 2-2 Cardiff
4. England 2-3 Holland
5. Blackpool 1-1 Hull City
6. Liverpool 1-2 Arsenal
7. Tranmere Rovers 1-1 Notts County
8. St Helens 10-22 Hull FC
9. Sunderland 1-0 Liverpool

It means that cup final aside (which was only won after penalties), not a single one of the teams I was supporting actually won their games.

I don't really care about most of the clubs I was 'supporting' on those particular days though, so, despite the results, it wasn't frustrating at all - quite the opposite: amazing experiences. Only the Sunderland game left a very bitter taste in the mouth.

The highlight was obviously the Cup final, and that alone would've been worth the trip and many other defeats that came after that. If I had days like that Sunday @ Wembley more often in my life, I'd be such a happier person I have obviously to say thanks again to Paisleydalglish for giving me opportunity to experience this.

I also want to say thanks to everyone that helped me in any other way, like Cas (who got me tickets for the Arsenal and Sunderland games), Kenny (who went to the Tranmere game with me), JD (who went to the rugby game with me), Kenny's dad (although not on the forum, he was a bit of a tour guide during my time in L'pool ), and anyone else I might have forgotten.

It was great and I look forward to seeing everyone again in the future (when will that be though, I have no idea!)

You better start cheering for the Blueshite tomorrow so, ya c**t.

Think we have just worked out what our bad run of form is down to..

Diego out....
I'm organising a march.. 

Glad you enjoyed your trip.

My record seeing Liverpool in the stadium now looks like this:

5-0 Birmingham (@ Anfield)
2-2 Cardiff (@ Wembley)
1-2 Arsenal (@ Anfield)
0-1 Sunderland (@ Stadium of Light)

So I have one top class performance, a difficult cup win (as our cup wins always are!), an unlucky defeat and a dreadful performance. Maybe it was just Liverpool wanting to present me with various kinds of experiences. I've already seen nearly it all

(Ok, I would have preferred less experiences and more wins!)

Just need to add Epic Derby Win to the list.

Pity you couldn't have stayed for the 'Derby' Diego, I would have let you have my ticket, you have to experience a 'Derby' one day in your life.

Glad you had a wonderful time, just a shame the footy wasn't up to standard, was very glad to be able to help you out though, glad you had a safe journey home.

Pity you couldn't have stayed for the 'Derby' Diego, I would have let you have my ticket, you have to experience a 'Derby' one day in your life.

No it's not, did you see the way his supported teams faired when he was here. 

No it's not, did you see the way his supported teams faired when he was here. 

Glad he didn't stay now