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Post by QPR Report on Jul 23, 2009 7:23:47 GMT
Edit/Bump... 14 years ago today...14 Years Ago QPR sign Nygaard BBC - July 23, 2005: Holloway lands giant Danish star QPR boss Ian Holloway has signed giant Danish international striker Marc Nygaard on a two-year deal. Nygaard, 28, joins for an undisclosed fee from Italian side Brecsia. The 6ft 5in tall forward told the club website: "The first game I attended was Arsenal v QPR and I was standing by all the QPR fans so I followed the club. "Many of my friends said England would suit my style. I am a very physical player and look forward to playing in the Championship." Also 14 years ago today, QPR crushed Iran at Loftus Road. Trialist, Wayne Henderson in goal for QPR. Scorers: Furlong, Ainsworth and SantosJuly 23, 2005 - QPR 3 Iran 0 - Sunday Times Match Report - July 24, 2005 QPR 3 Iran 0: Iran go under in away day to forgetBrian Glanville at Loftus Road WAS their journey really necessary? Was it really worth the Iranians bringing a reserve team all the way to Shepherd’s Bush while five of their stars were in pre-season training with their Bundesliga clubs? At full strength, Iran, who have already qualified for the 2006 World Cup finals, are thought to have their best team ever. .. Half-time was approaching when Lee Cook took a corner from the left, Dan shiteeeeeeeeeeeeetu knocked it back and Paul Furlong squeezed his back-header inside the right-hand post. Earlier on the Iranians had looked the more likely to score. QPR’s trialist goalkeeper, Wayne Henderson, made a resilient double save from first Yahia Golmohammadi, then Arash Borhani. But Iran faded in the second half. Gareth Ainsworth headed in another corner by Cook and himself took the corner from which Georges Santos headed a third. Times - - Other QPR-Iran Match Reports qprreport.blogspot.com/2006/07/one-year-ago-todayqpr-3-iran-0.htmlPhotos from Gamewww.justinbrown.co.uk/qpr/iran/iran.htmlAnd in the Reserves Six years ago...! QPR Reserves/U-21 won 2-1 at Windsor. QPR's team: QPR: Reece Crowther, Joe Ostler, Zesh Rehman (Lee Brown, 60), Josh Ford (Ryan Myers, 65), Chris Barker, Romone Rose, Danny Maguire, Matt O'Brien, Chris Arthur (Christian Nanetti, 80), Chris Flood, Danny Nardiello. QPR Official Site WINDSOR & ETON 1-2 QPRA second-half strike from substitute Lee Brown saw a QPR Under-21 and Reserve side emerge victorious from this evening's match at Windsor & Eton. With Player / Coach Gareth Ainsworth taking the team, it was the visitors who started stronger at Stag Meadow, and their superiority was rewarded inside the opening ten minutes when trialist Chris Flood coolly finished after a clever through ball from midfielder Matt O'Brien. As the first-half wore on, however, the hosts came more and more into the game, and on 20 minutes they made the breakthrough with a stunning volley from 25 yards, which gave R's custodian Reece Crowther no chance. After the break, there were chances at both ends as the two sides searched for a winner. The effort of Ainsworth's men was plain to see, and on 70 minutes left-back Brown came off the bench to slam home what proved to be the winner - with his right foot! In a match which saw Danny Maguire and O'Brien both impress, it was also great to see youngster Ryan Myers make his first return to action following a lengthy spell on the sidelines following a cruciate ligament injury. Following the game, Ainsworth told http://www.qpr.co.uk: "I was really pleased with the effort the lads put in for me tonight. I can't fault any of them for that. "Our passing could have been better, but it wasn't a great pitch so it was harder to get the ball down and play as we would have liked." Since Iain Dowie's arrival as First Team Coach, midfielder Ainsworth has found himself more and more involved in the coaching side of the game - and it's something he is relishing. "It's totally different when you're in the dug-out, that's for sure," he added, "but I am really enjoying it. "The gaffer was here this evening, and he gave me a few pointers afterwards, which was really useful. It's fantastic to be able to get tips from someone like him. "And it was great to see young Ryan make his return after being out for so long. Everyone was really pleased for him, none more so than me." QPR: Reece Crowther, Joe Ostler, Zesh Rehman (Lee Brown, 60), Josh Ford (Ryan Myers, 65), Chris Barker, Romone Rose, Danny Maguire, Matt O'Brien, Chris Arthur (Christian Nanetti, 80), Chris Flood, Danny Nardiello. QPRv |
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Post by Macmoish on Jul 23, 2010 8:46:42 GMT
15 Years Ago QPR sign Nygaard BBC - July 23, 2005: Holloway lands giant Danish star
QPR boss Ian Holloway has signed giant Danish international striker Marc Nygaard on a two-year deal.
Nygaard, 28, joins for an undisclosed fee from Italian side Brecsia.
The 6ft 5in tall forward told the club website: "The first game I attended was Arsenal v QPR and I was standing by all the QPR fans so I followed the club.
"Many of my friends said England would suit my style. I am a very physical player and look forward to playing in the Championship."
QPR Official Site
NYGAARD SIGNS
Posted on: Mon 25 Jul 2005
QPR have completed the signing of Danish centre forward Marc Nygaard on a two year deal.
The 28 year old, who has represented his country at international level, put pen to paper on Friday afternoon at QPRs training ground in Harlington.
Nygaard has been training with the club this week before signing the deal and now he can't wait to be one of the Rangers family.
He said: "There is a great spirit here, it is like one big family, it is a lot different from Italy."
Nygaard joins the Rs from Italian side Brescia, but this is not his first taste of English football.
"The first game I ever attended was Arsenal v QPR at Highbury and I was standing by all the QPR fans so I followed the club when I was growing up.
"Many of my friends said I should play in England because it would suit my style. I am a very physical player and look forward to playing in the Championship."
Bill Power spoke of his delight on having signed the 6ft 5" centre forward, who signed on a free transfer.
He said: "Ollie has been looking for a top class centre forward for six months and Marc was always high on his list.
"I've spoken to him and I can't wait to see him wearing the hoops."
The deal was completed too late for Nygaard to face Iran on Saturday.
Elsewhere, Simon Royce could miss the game against Iran with a back injury and that may give a chance to trialist shot stopper Wayne Henderson from Aston Villa.
A couple months later, Gianni talking ()
"...The phone rings again, and it is Nygaard's agent. The tall striker's stock is high, with two goals in the past two matches, including a header against Millwall on Tuesday night. His agent is chasing payment. "The first payment is due, but I haven't had a chance to sort it out. There has been so much chaos here," Paladini said.
First payment? "Yes, the first payment - the deal was for four payments over the term of Nygaard's contract." So there was no £60,000 lump sum? "Not at all," Paladini said, clearly exasperated. "Contracts are never done like that. The deal is for four payments and I haven't paid a penny yet."
This, according to Paladini, is how all the deals for which he has been responsible have been structured. He adds that he has overseen only three signings. "The others were all signed off by either the ex-chairman or the chief executive," he said. "I am angry that I have been dragged through the mud like this. They have called me a thief with no evidence at all. "
"What does it prove, that I know other agents? I have spent my life in football. If you a solicitor, you know other solicitors. I need to know all the agents in the game, and knowing them means I can do a better job for QPR. I understand how transfers work. Football is a business and you need to know this side of it as much as the passion."
The phone rings again, and afterwards Paladini is coy. He alludes to a deal, nearly complete, in which QPR's £10 million debt to the Panama-based ABC corporation - arranged when the club came out of administration - is renegotiated. The ABC loan costs the club £1 million in interest each year, but Paladini hopes to cut this in half.
"People must think there is some kind of mafia involvement here, but I want the best for QPR and I'm putting together the right people to achieve this," he said. "The moment I came here I felt an affinity for the club, its fans and its history, and I wanted to get involved. I want to be part of the team that takes QPR back to the Premier League."
- Alex Wade/The Times - Sept 2005
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Post by Macmoish on Jul 23, 2010 8:48:49 GMT
QPR Official Site
NYGAARD SIGNS
Posted on: Mon 25 Jul 2005
QPR have completed the signing of Danish centre forward Marc Nygaard on a two year deal.
The 28 year old, who has represented his country at international level, put pen to paper on Friday afternoon at QPRs training ground in Harlington.
Nygaard has been training with the club this week before signing the deal and now he can't wait to be one of the Rangers family.
He said: "There is a great spirit here, it is like one big family, it is a lot different from Italy."
Nygaard joins the Rs from Italian side Brescia, but this is not his first taste of English football.
"The first game I ever attended was Arsenal v QPR at Highbury and I was standing by all the QPR fans so I followed the club when I was growing up.
"Many of my friends said I should play in England because it would suit my style. I am a very physical player and look forward to playing in the Championship."
Bill Power spoke of his delight on having signed the 6ft 5" centre forward, who signed on a free transfer.
He said: "Ollie has been looking for a top class centre forward for six months and Marc was always high on his list.
"I've spoken to him and I can't wait to see him wearing the hoops."
The deal was completed too late for Nygaard to face Iran on Saturday.
Elsewhere, Simon Royce could miss the game against Iran with a back injury and that may give a chance to trialist shot stopper Wayne Henderson from Aston Villa.
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Post by devo on Jul 23, 2010 16:18:45 GMT
I'm not going to get drawn into this one. Does anyone remember Nygaard's long range 'effort' at Watford a few months later, during a 3-1 defeat. My son still laughs about now!
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Post by cpr on Jul 23, 2010 19:12:20 GMT
Watford?  No.  Why were those three in the White City estate by the way? Looking at Bill's old gaff? |
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Post by devo on Jul 23, 2010 20:12:34 GMT
no, these are all decent goals, This was much funnier.
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Post by cpr on Jul 23, 2010 20:54:48 GMT
Damn! I assume you are looking for film of it.  |
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Post by Macmoish on Jul 23, 2012 7:13:39 GMT
Bump another Year BBC QPR 3-0 Iran Paul Furlong opened the scoring for QPR on 41 minutes Paul Furlong, Gareth Ainsworth and George Santos all scored headers as QPR enjoyed a 3-0 friendly win over Iran. The Iranians, who have qualified for next year's World Cup, held QPR at bay until the 41st minute, when Furlong headed Dan Shittu's cross home. Substitute Ainsworth doubled the home side's lead 14 minutes after half-time, as he headed Lee Cook's corner. And Ainsworth turned provider after 71 minutes, taking the corner which Santos headed to complete the scoring. Summer signing Tommy Doherty made his debut for Rangers, playing just over one hour before making way for Marcus Bean. Aston Villa trialist Wayne Henderson made an appearance in goal, while Derby trialist Jamie Vincent also played. PHOTOS www.justinbrown.co.uk/qpr/iran/iran.html |
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Post by Macmoish on Jul 23, 2013 6:35:14 GMT
IRAN REPORTS Sunday, July 23, 2005 July 23, 2005 - QPR 3 Iran 0 Furlong, Ainsworth and Santos. Sunday Times Match Report - July 24, 2005 QPR 3 Iran 0: Iran go under in away day to forgetBrian Glanville at Loftus Road WAS their journey really necessary? Was it really worth the Iranians bringing a reserve team all the way to Shepherd’s Bush while five of their stars were in pre-season training with their Bundesliga clubs? At full strength, Iran, who have already qualified for the 2006 World Cup finals, are thought to have their best team ever. .. I was quite relieved,” said the Queens Park Rangers manager Ian Holloway, “that one or two of their most famous people didn’t actually start.” As for Iran’s Croatian manager, Branko Ivankovic, he was “sorry our stars couldn’t come, they have obligations with their clubs, but they will be back five days before the next competitive game. Losing 3-0 is never the ideal result when you’re a national team, but we’ve only been training 10 days, and we weren’t fit for such a game. It was an excellent schooling for the future for the young players”. But Ivankovic reflected, not surprisingly: “Three-nil from corners! Typical English scoring. We have to make some improvements in that area.” Indeed they do, although Holloway said: “We’ve been working the last two days on those.” Half-time was approaching when Lee Cook took a corner from the left, Dan shiteetu knocked it back and Paul Furlong squeezed his back-header inside the right-hand post. Earlier on the Iranians had looked the more likely to score. QPR’s trialist goalkeeper, Wayne Henderson, made a resilient double save from first Yahia Golmohammadi, then Arash Borhani. But Iran faded in the second half. Gareth Ainsworth headed in another corner by Cook and himself took the corner from which Georges Santos headed a third. www.timesonline.co.uk/article/0,,2093-1706347,00.html BBC -QPR 3-0 Iran Paul Furlong opened the scoring for QPR on 41 minutesPaul Furlong, Gareth Ainsworth and George Santos all scored headers as QPR enjoyed a 3-0 friendly win over Iran. The Iranians, who have qualified for next year's World Cup, held QPR at bay until the 41st minute, when Furlong headed Dan shiteetu's cross home. Substitute Ainsworth doubled the home side's lead 14 minutes after half-time, as he headed Lee Cook's corner. And Ainsworth turned provider after 71 minutes, taking the corner which Santos headed to complete the scoring. Summer signing Tommy Doherty made his debut for Rangers, playing just over one hour before making way for Marcus Bean. Aston Villa trialist Wayne Henderson made an appearance in goal, while Derby trialist Jamie Vincent also played. news.bbc.co.uk/sport2/hi/football/teams/q/qpr/4712187.stmOBSERVER Furlong fells Iran but tourists get warm welcome Amy Lawrence at Loftus Road Sunday July 24, 2005The Observer Like many visitors, they were feeling twitchy about visiting London so soon after the 7 July bombings. The Iran football team set off regardless in high spirits. This squad is drawn from the domestic league - exported stars excused - and the summer training camp is a chance for reserves and a few long shots to impress the manager. Iran were among the first countries to qualify for next summer's World Cup in Germany and the race for places in their finals squad starts here. The team arrived in England on Thursday morning. They were inside Heathrow, waiting for luggage at a carousel, when news filtered through. More explosions. Tubes being evacuated. Something had happened at Shepherd's Bush. Wasn't that where the first game of the tour was Representatives of Queens Park Rangers and the police were soon liaising with the Iranians. If they wanted to call off the tour and go home, everyone would understand. It could be arranged in an instant. But these footballers vehemently didn't want to go home. Iran 1 Inter Milan 0. .. 'We have had just 10 days' training and we weren't fit for such a game,' said Iran's Croatian coach, Branko Ivankovic. 'I am sorry the stars didn't come, but they will be back and we will be stronger.' Some 25 scouts were in the crowd to cast their eye on the rest. Although the young ones were raw, there was technique enough to convince Ian Holloway, the QPR manager, that he would be keen to take some on. Although they had the best of the opening period, five minutes before half-time the internationals were behind. Paul Furlong bundled in the opening goal for QPR after goalkeeper Ebrahim Mirzapour went on a mad dash into no man's land. It was the first of three goals from set pieces. 'Typical English goals,' said Ivankovic, wryly. 'Good experience for my players, who don't come across this kind of game in Iran.' After the break QPR, who looked sharp and competitive, took more advantage as Iran gave in to heavy legs. Gareth Ainsworth's looping header and Georges Santos's drive made for a scoreline to please Holloway, the manager who outlined his mission for the season ahead as only he can: 'I would love to have a season like last year, minus our inconsistency.' He found the whole event uplifting. 'Sport wins,' he said earnestly afterwards. 'Everyone in the stadium showed what the world is about. It is not about people who hide behind banners of religion or politics. I made some friends here and I'd invite Iran back any time.' Ivankovic seems happy enough with the experience thus far, although he is aware that losing 3-0 to anybody does not go down well with the 16 daily sports newspapers back in Iran. Getting a break from such a pressured environment was one of the reasons behind this working break. Iran are staying at Burnham Beeches, the tranquil, wooded retreat in Buckinghamshire used regularly by Sven-Goran Eriksson's England squad. Today they go sightseeing, before being treated to dinner at the Iranian Embassy. Then it is back to work. The tour is pressing on, with matches at Millwall, Portsmouth and possibly Crystal Palace, who have been in touch to see if they might fill in for those scaredy-cats from Italy. football.guardian.co.uk/News_Story/0,,1535235,00.html Some photos of that match: www.justinbrown.co.uk/qpr/iran/iran.html
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Post by Macmoish on Jul 23, 2014 7:13:02 GMT
Flashback 9 Years Furlong fells Iran but tourists get warm welcome Share 0 inShare0 Email Amy Lawrence at Loftus Road The Observer, Saturday 23 July 2005 19.51 EDT Like many visitors, they were feeling twitchy about visiting London so soon after the 7 July bombings. The Iran football team set off regardless in high spirits. This squad is drawn from the domestic league - exported stars excused - and the summer training camp is a chance for reserves and a few long shots to impress the manager. Iran were among the first countries to qualify for next summer's World Cup in Germany and the race for places in their finals squad starts here. The team arrived in England on Thursday morning. They were inside Heathrow, waiting for luggage at a carousel, when news filtered through. More explosions. Tubes being evacuated. Something had happened at Shepherd's Bush. Wasn't that where the first game of the tour was? Representatives of Queens Park Rangers and the police were soon liaising with the Iranians. If they wanted to call off the tour and go home, everyone would understand. It could be arranged in an instant. But these footballers vehemently didn't want to go home. Iran 1 Inter Milan 0. And so to Loftus Road. Outside, a slice of Iranian life had transported itself to West London as cars cruised by tooting, men embraced each other with a kiss on either cheek, and families enjoyed a treat. Sorush, six years old and born in London, was dressed in full England kit with an Iran scarf. His sister Shabnam, eight, had the Iran flag painted on her cheek and was grinning her best toothy grin. Mum Paravin took the photos, while Dad Hossain, who moved here 12 years ago from Tehran, looked on proudly. He has a shop in Bethnal Green, not far from where the bus was targeted. 'I just don't understand what they are trying to do,' he said. Iran's noisy fans outnumbered their bemused hosts. The atmosphere gave some idea of what it must be like when 150,000 fill their Azadi stadium. The expat few could celebrate their team's highest placing in the Fifa world rankings - 15th spot puts them equal with Ireland and one behind Italy. Unfortunately, without five of their top players - including the scorer of more than 100 international goals, Ali Daei, and the Bayern Munich star dubbed the Maradona of Asia, Ali Karimi - they barely resembled a team gearing up for the World Cup. 'We have had just 10 days' training and we weren't fit for such a game,' said Iran's Croatian coach, Branko Ivankovic. 'I am sorry the stars didn't come, but they will be back and we will be stronger.' Some 25 scouts were in the crowd to cast their eye on the rest. Although the young ones were raw, there was technique enough to convince Ian Holloway, the QPR manager, that he would be keen to take some on. Although they had the best of the opening period, five minutes before half-time the internationals were behind. Paul Furlong bundled in the opening goal for QPR after goalkeeper Ebrahim Mirzapour went on a mad dash into no man's land. It was the first of three goals from set pieces. 'Typical English goals,' said Ivankovic, wryly. 'Good experience for my players, who don't come across this kind of game in Iran.' After the break QPR, who looked sharp and competitive, took more advantage as Iran gave in to heavy legs. Gareth Ainsworth's looping header and Georges Santos's drive made for a scoreline to please Holloway, the manager who outlined his mission for the season ahead as only he can: 'I would love to have a season like last year, minus our inconsistency.' He found the whole event uplifting. 'Sport wins,' he said earnestly afterwards. 'Everyone in the stadium showed what the world is about. It is not about people who hide behind banners of religion or politics. I made some friends here and I'd invite Iran back any time.' Ivankovic seems happy enough with the experience thus far, although he is aware that losing 3-0 to anybody does not go down well with the 16 daily sports newspapers back in Iran. Getting a break from such a pressured environment was one of the reasons behind this working break. Iran are staying at Burnham Beeches, the tranquil, wooded retreat in Buckinghamshire used regularly by Sven-Goran Eriksson's England squad. Today they go sightseeing, before being treated to dinner at the Iranian Embassy. Then it is back to work. The tour is pressing on, with matches at Millwall, Portsmouth and possibly Crystal Palace, who have been in touch to see if they might fill in for those scaredy-cats from Italy. www.theguardian.com/football/2005/jul/24/newsstory.sport4 |
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Post by Macmoish on Jul 23, 2015 6:00:09 GMT
Bump 10 Years ago
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Post by Macmoish on Jul 23, 2016 8:30:21 GMT
Bump...11 Years ago
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Post by Macmoish on Jul 23, 2017 12:44:50 GMT
Flashback...12 Years ago
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Post by Macmoish on Jul 23, 2018 7:59:03 GMT
flashback 13 Years today
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Post by Macmoish on Jul 23, 2020 6:18:41 GMT
15 Years Ago QPR sign Nygaard BBC - July 23, 2005: Holloway lands giant Danish starQPR boss Ian Holloway has signed giant Danish international striker Marc Nygaard on a two-year deal. Nygaard, 28, joins for an undisclosed fee from Italian side Brecsia. The 6ft 5in tall forward told the club website: "The first game I attended was Arsenal v QPR and I was standing by all the QPR fans so I followed the club. "Many of my friends said England would suit my style. I am a very physical player and look forward to playing in the Championship."
QPR Official Site
NYGAARD SIGNS
Posted on: Mon 25 Jul 2005QPR have completed the signing of Danish centre forward Marc Nygaard on a two year deal. The 28 year old, who has represented his country at international level, put pen to paper on Friday afternoon at QPRs training ground in Harlington. Nygaard has been training with the club this week before signing the deal and now he can't wait to be one of the Rangers family. He said: "There is a great spirit here, it is like one big family, it is a lot different from Italy." Nygaard joins the Rs from Italian side Brescia, but this is not his first taste of English football. "The first game I ever attended was Arsenal v QPR at Highbury and I was standing by all the QPR fans so I followed the club when I was growing up. "Many of my friends said I should play in England because it would suit my style. I am a very physical player and look forward to playing in the Championship." Bill Power spoke of his delight on having signed the 6ft 5" centre forward, who signed on a free transfer. He said: "Ollie has been looking for a top class centre forward for six months and Marc was always high on his list. "I've spoken to him and I can't wait to see him wearing the hoops." The deal was completed too late for Nygaard to face Iran on Saturday. Elsewhere, Simon Royce could miss the game against Iran with a back injury and that may give a chance to trialist shot stopper Wayne Henderson from Aston Villa.
A couple months later, Gianni Paladini talking () "...The phone rings again, and it is Nygaard's agent. The tall striker's stock is high, with two goals in the past two matches, including a header against Millwall on Tuesday night. His agent is chasing payment. "The first payment is due, but I haven't had a chance to sort it out. There has been so much chaos here," Paladini said. First payment? "Yes, the first payment - the deal was for four payments over the term of Nygaard's contract." So there was no £60,000 lump sum? "Not at all," Paladini said, clearly exasperated. "Contracts are never done like that. The deal is for four payments and I haven't paid a penny yet." This, according to Paladini, is how all the deals for which he has been responsible have been structured. He adds that he has overseen only three signings. "The others were all signed off by either the ex-chairman or the chief executive," he said. "I am angry that I have been dragged through the mud like this. They have called me a thief with no evidence at all. " "What does it prove, that I know other agents? I have spent my life in football. If you a solicitor, you know other solicitors. I need to know all the agents in the game, and knowing them means I can do a better job for QPR. I understand how transfers work. Football is a business and you need to know this side of it as much as the passion." The phone rings again, and afterwards Paladini is coy. He alludes to a deal, nearly complete, in which QPR's £10 million debt to the Panama-based ABC corporation - arranged when the club came out of administration - is renegotiated. The ABC loan costs the club £1 million in interest each year, but Paladini hopes to cut this in half. "People must think there is some kind of mafia involvement here, but I want the best for QPR and I'm putting together the right people to achieve this," he said. "The moment I came here I felt an affinity for the club, its fans and its history, and I wanted to get involved. I want to be part of the team that takes QPR back to the Premier League." - Alex Wade/The Times - Sept 2005 |
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