i doubt very much we're actual 9th favourites, the bookies will just have shortened our odds as they know they'll be getting some of our money on it. Got to admit, it's worth £10 e/w.
I’d say it’s about right – realistically we’ve no chance. But if we make it the groups that’s a real achievement. If we make it to the 2015 section then I’d say it’s a massive achievement.
It will be out the teams that are actually confirmed and in it. Have to remember that loads of teams enter this tournament at different stages
Teams that drop out of the champions league qualifiers join the Europa league playoffs. I believe teams that lose in the champions league playoff join the Europa league group. Teams that finish 3rd in their champions league group join the Europa league 1st knockout round. On top of the fistful of genuine quality teams that only managed to qualify for the Europa league anyway. It's a tough competition, and I hope we give it our very best effort. No weakened sides, no eyes on the league. It's now or never, I really cant see us gracing European competition again for a long while.
That's the same odds they gave us for the FA Cup pre season. look how that turned out. get on each way.
Dont forget that CL drop out teams enter the europa league in the august draw and after the CL group stages.
It's like some clubs make sure they line their own pockets much more than those below them whatever happens. Of course it never used to be like that, but some obviously make their influence felt these days.
