Monday, September 28, 2009
6 year old blogger excited by Robbo
While Robson's management skills may be questionable, he is famous as a former England and Manchester United skipper.
This could help promote the Thai Premier League and ignite passion for the national team.
Because of Robson, more people around the world know something about the Thai national side.
When he agreed to coach Thailand on Wednesday, the news was published on popular websites including BBC and ESPN.
This would not have happened had the new coach of Thailand been a Kiatisak or a Surachai.
Robson may not know much about Asian football but he will be assisted by compatriot Steve Darby who has vast knowledge about the game in the region.
One good thing about Robson is he knows a thing or two about Thai politics.
He was scheduled to come to Bangkok to promote Manchester United Bar and Restaurant late last year but the trip was cancelled because Suvarnabhumi and Don Mueang airports were seized by the yellow shirts.
He did arrive here in April and returned home just before the red shirts staged fierce rallies in Bangkok and other provinces.
During his visit, he was asked which colour - red or yellow - he preferred. He said jokingly that he could not pick one or the other as he could be in trouble.
Some critics fear that Robson's reported drinking habits could be a problem.
In fact, this could help him get along well with the Thai players many of whom reportedly like drinking. Try Sangsom, Mekhong, Singha or Chang, Robbo.
Meanwhile, FAT president Worawi Makudi has appointed former Chai Nat MP Anucha Nakasai as the national team manager.
This could be a huge boost for the national team. Anucha is known for his generosity and is husband of Commerce Minister Pornthiva whose father's business includes the popular Poseidon massage parlour.
The venue is just a few steps from the Radisson hotel, the national team's base when they are in a training camp.
The players may be able to relax at the massage parlour at a discount or for free!
COMMENT - gobsmacked. I'm guessing it's an attempt at humour and if it is then fair play to the writer. But you can never tell in Thailand...
This could help promote the Thai Premier League and ignite passion for the national team.
Because of Robson, more people around the world know something about the Thai national side.
When he agreed to coach Thailand on Wednesday, the news was published on popular websites including BBC and ESPN.
This would not have happened had the new coach of Thailand been a Kiatisak or a Surachai.
Robson may not know much about Asian football but he will be assisted by compatriot Steve Darby who has vast knowledge about the game in the region.
One good thing about Robson is he knows a thing or two about Thai politics.
He was scheduled to come to Bangkok to promote Manchester United Bar and Restaurant late last year but the trip was cancelled because Suvarnabhumi and Don Mueang airports were seized by the yellow shirts.
He did arrive here in April and returned home just before the red shirts staged fierce rallies in Bangkok and other provinces.
During his visit, he was asked which colour - red or yellow - he preferred. He said jokingly that he could not pick one or the other as he could be in trouble.
Some critics fear that Robson's reported drinking habits could be a problem.
In fact, this could help him get along well with the Thai players many of whom reportedly like drinking. Try Sangsom, Mekhong, Singha or Chang, Robbo.
Meanwhile, FAT president Worawi Makudi has appointed former Chai Nat MP Anucha Nakasai as the national team manager.
This could be a huge boost for the national team. Anucha is known for his generosity and is husband of Commerce Minister Pornthiva whose father's business includes the popular Poseidon massage parlour.
The venue is just a few steps from the Radisson hotel, the national team's base when they are in a training camp.
The players may be able to relax at the massage parlour at a discount or for free!
COMMENT - gobsmacked. I'm guessing it's an attempt at humour and if it is then fair play to the writer. But you can never tell in Thailand...
# posted by Me @ 4:49 PM 
