The Grab Bag: September 27, 2006

What's the new Emirates like? Paolo Bandini lets us know . . . and gets mildly roasted for his heightened sensual analysis
Sport Safari: Arsenal's Emirates Stadium [Guardian Sport Blog]

Mourinho shows restraint (sort of)
Mourinho happy to leave beautiful game to others [Guardian Sport Blog]

Uh, yeah, we did it for you, Big Sam . . . .and McCLaren has much to learn
Allardyce thanks "terrific" players [Telegraph UK]

A long holiday for Bentley-driven Barnett
Nine-month ban for Cole agent signals FA's intent [Times Online]

It's my squad and I'll pry if I want to
BENITEZ STICKS TO ROTATION POLICY [Football 365]

Anyone watching the UEFA cup (this early, at least)?
The battle of Enic, or Spurs v. Slavia Prague [Guardian Unlimited]

-bl