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Word on the Tweet: Rooney names his new horse after himself and Riise confesses admiration for Cheryl Cole
Goal.com takes a look at some of today's top action on the social networking site, with mumblings ranging from horse-based foolery to an unusual love-in for a famous pop star
15 Feb 2012 17:35:00
By James McManus
With Valentine's Day over and done with for another year, and collective sighs of relief from men all over the country, Twitter has turned its attentions back to the action in hand - football.
Footballer's may not be the most poetic of souls so here, at Goal.com, we have picked out the best that the addictive internet-universe has offered in the last 24 hours.
In this edition of Word on the Tweet, we have the groundbreaking news that; Wayne Rooney has named his new horse, rather unmodestly, after himself, John Arne Riise confesses a long-held admiration for Cheryl Cole and namesake Carlton Cole warns team-mate Julien Faubert about the dangers of posting your whereabouts on a public domain.
Footballer's may not be the most poetic of souls so here, at Goal.com, we have picked out the best that the addictive internet-universe has offered in the last 24 hours.
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In this edition of Word on the Tweet, we have the groundbreaking news that; Wayne Rooney has named his new horse, rather unmodestly, after himself, John Arne Riise confesses a long-held admiration for Cheryl Cole and namesake Carlton Cole warns team-mate Julien Faubert about the dangers of posting your whereabouts on a public domain.
"After weeks of indecision, Wazza has decided to call his horse Switcharooney! Let's hope he is a good un!"
Full-time racehorse fanatic, part-time footballer Michael Owen delivers the news that we've all been waiting for - the name of Wayne Rooney's new horse.
"Big fan of @CherylCole . Someone who doesnt take s**t from anyone..#respect.. Learn from mistakes#onlyliveones"
Fulham full-back John Arne Riise delivers an unlikely confession - his admiration for Cheryl Cole. Is this the Norwegian’s attempts at the long game?
"Messi is showing the full range of his weaponry here....threading passes, dribbling, pass appreciation.....I could go on + on! #magician"
Rio Ferdinand can barely suppress his man-love for Lionel Messi after another sublime performance by the Argentine in Barcelona 3-1 over Bayer Leverkusen in the Champions League last night.
"What is going on at rangers a massive club that's gone into administration a complete disaster for Scottish football sad"
Everton's Phil Neville rather neatly sums up the current situation at Scottish champions Rangers, after the Glasgow-based club entered administration and were deducted 10 points.
"Just landed in a very windy amsterdam. Looking forward to my first visit to the amsterdam arena! #mufc"
Tom Cleverley warns the fans about the weather they may have to expect ahead of Manchester United's upcoming Europa League clash away at Ajax.
"Big game tonight! Me @Andre_Santos27 and Mr Jenkinson flying out to support the boys later! See you Gooners out there! #AFC"
Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere sticks the boot in even further, reminding the club's fans
exactly who will be missing from tonight's game against AC Milan.
"I cant wait 4 the big game 2nite, 2 historic teams in europe. Hopefully AFC can repeat what we did thr 4 years ago."
Cesc Fabregas continues to try and cosy up to Arsenal fans by swearing his temporary allegiance to them as they take on AC Milan.
"Doesn't bother me what u think! Lee CLARK in my opinion is a top fella and top manager and to get sacked after a run of 3 loses in 55 #CRAZY"
Anthony Pilkington, ex-Huddesfield Town and current Norwich City player, comments on the sacking of his former boss Lee Clark and points out his remarkable record in the process.
"Yo @Faubertofficial why would you tell everyone where your gonna be for lunch, not a great idea mate!"
West Ham striker Carlton Cole comes across all paranoid in warning team-mate Julien Faubert not to disclose his location at meal times. You have been warned Julien. [Call me cynical but I think he wanted the paparazzi to join him in time for dessert - Ed]
Full-time racehorse fanatic, part-time footballer Michael Owen delivers the news that we've all been waiting for - the name of Wayne Rooney's new horse."Big fan of @CherylCole . Someone who doesnt take s**t from anyone..#respect.. Learn from mistakes#onlyliveones"
Fulham full-back John Arne Riise delivers an unlikely confession - his admiration for Cheryl Cole. Is this the Norwegian’s attempts at the long game?
"Messi is showing the full range of his weaponry here....threading passes, dribbling, pass appreciation.....I could go on + on! #magician"
Rio Ferdinand can barely suppress his man-love for Lionel Messi after another sublime performance by the Argentine in Barcelona 3-1 over Bayer Leverkusen in the Champions League last night.
"What is going on at rangers a massive club that's gone into administration a complete disaster for Scottish football sad"
Everton's Phil Neville rather neatly sums up the current situation at Scottish champions Rangers, after the Glasgow-based club entered administration and were deducted 10 points.
"Just landed in a very windy amsterdam. Looking forward to my first visit to the amsterdam arena! #mufc"
Tom Cleverley warns the fans about the weather they may have to expect ahead of Manchester United's upcoming Europa League clash away at Ajax.
"Big game tonight! Me @Andre_Santos27 and Mr Jenkinson flying out to support the boys later! See you Gooners out there! #AFC"
Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere sticks the boot in even further, reminding the club's fans
exactly who will be missing from tonight's game against AC Milan."I cant wait 4 the big game 2nite, 2 historic teams in europe. Hopefully AFC can repeat what we did thr 4 years ago."
Cesc Fabregas continues to try and cosy up to Arsenal fans by swearing his temporary allegiance to them as they take on AC Milan.
"Doesn't bother me what u think! Lee CLARK in my opinion is a top fella and top manager and to get sacked after a run of 3 loses in 55 #CRAZY"
Anthony Pilkington, ex-Huddesfield Town and current Norwich City player, comments on the sacking of his former boss Lee Clark and points out his remarkable record in the process.
"Yo @Faubertofficial why would you tell everyone where your gonna be for lunch, not a great idea mate!"
West Ham striker Carlton Cole comes across all paranoid in warning team-mate Julien Faubert not to disclose his location at meal times. You have been warned Julien. [Call me cynical but I think he wanted the paparazzi to join him in time for dessert - Ed]
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Some more from 'WELBZ': "To get my first England goal in that way, obviously I'm really delighted and it's a massive honour.
"I'm just really looking to build on that performance and get more games under my belt and more goals.
"It's something I've been waiting for for a long time. I've had a few caps under my belt and one or two starts. So, just to get the goal today, I'm really delighted."
"I'm just really looking to build on that performance and get more games under my belt and more goals.
"It's something I've been waiting for for a long time. I've had a few caps under my belt and one or two starts. So, just to get the goal today, I'm really delighted."
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"We know each other's games and obviously we're training with each other day in and day out.
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Into the final few minutes with Portugal still 2-1 down to Turkey. Cristiano Ronaldo missed his second ever penalty for Portugal earlier on.
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