Subs set the pace

It was a super sub who helped Kenny Ross stretch his lead at the top of the GKL this week. With Adebayor out, in came Steinsson with a sweet 11 points. Managerial genius? Somehow, we doubt it.



It was a slow week for scoring all round with Serafino Ingardia bursting into the top 10 and Willie Johnston into the top 20 after a rash of sackings. The Pride of the Glen can hold their heads high for a while.



Elsewhere, it was pretty much as you were but with a lot of the big teams going head to head this weekend expect sparks to fly...

Beware of the Irish!

The season so far has been characterised by a fight between the Scots, English and Italians but - watch out - the Irish are about.

Fantasy sports legend (except in the world of baseball) Martino O'Reilly has been storming up the GKL in recent weeks with the Leith Rhagazzi. Those who wrote him off (ie, me) have been made to look foolish. Well, more foolish than usual.

Worst still, his brother Brian has also stormed into contention although old father Tommy is still struggling somewhat in 16th spot.

Let us spare a word, too, for manager of week 13 - Carlo Rinaldi. Yes, do not adjust your monitor, that says Carlo Rinaldi. At last, the ever-humble, shy and retiring Chas managed to pick the right captain as Nicolas "Le Sulk" Anelka grabbed him 26 points. Phenomenal. Carlito celebrated in traditional style with three kilos of spaghetti alle vongole.

In what some have dubbed "the week of the old timer" another performance of note was notched up by Doug Archibald. Clearly, since retiring from his generously remunerated post with the Dumfries and Galloway Standard he has been putting his spare time to good use. His old home town would be proud.

Finally, a plea to all the managers who may be at the point of abandoning hope (I'm talking to you Willie Johnston). Remember, there is pride to be fought for, the season is long and the seagulls have not yet begun to follow the trawler...