RIP my condolences to the family and to his family and kids

I can't believe some on here at the end of the day whatever went on his attitude to miss training for 3 days was totally uncalled for and further proof he would do anything to get his move

can someone please confirm have we actually received any dosh for Benni or is it sorted when the visa issues are sorted? thanks.

I can't believe what I am reading here thinking back today first off for going awol he should never get paid as he refused to turn up for training also I see blaming SA for him going is total madness I suppose now if he does not get the call up for the world cup I suppose it is Sam's fault? blame everyone else it is clearly his own fault he is paid a handsome sum to make sure he is fit and available for selection hitting his weight targets yes maybe he did not fit in with BFS system but he still an an obligation to the contract stay fit and challenge whoever is starting for a first team place and I have to say after his antics I would not be at all surprised if the manager of S.Africa does not pick him I have to say I back Sam on his stance because whatever happened there is no excuse for not turning up for training am glad he's gone as he can't cause dressing room unrest we can get someone in who wants to play for the shirt bye bye fatty don't let the barndoor hit you on the way out

well looking at it I have to say I am absolutely appalled at the scenes. They should get the maximum penalty but they won't probably just a warning to their future behaviour. I also think it is disgusting & wrong to involve children in such dangerous situations in their petty little arguments it is not a good example to set children. I hope the nspcc get involved but as many say with T.Brooking on the FA's board and in view of what happened about the Tevez saga they will probably get off very lightly. I hope not though.

I have to agree with the above we should leave Barton well alone being someone who is partially sighted I found that behaviour of stubbing a fan with a cigarette utterly disgraceful. He could have blinded the guy when I heard it at the time I felt violently sick and the thought of such a thug at my beloved club fills me with trepidation. I was sceptical about El Hadj but he seems like a pussycat compared to Barton please Sam leave well alone.

LeftWinger wrote But would Benni have outpaced the defence to get in that position in the first place. am being honest after last night's showing I doubt very much he would have even got into a position to have that shot. Judging by last night's display even for the half hour,ok we came back into the game but I still think he needs to lose weight he has become slow lethargic and at times very leggy. I have to agree with majiball if he put as much effort into his football as eating he would be one of the worlds greats. The most annoying thing tho he is such a talented footballer who can turn a game on a sixpence,but lets himself down when it comes to simple things like diet to make sure you are in good condition for as many games. Something Benni should note at 31 if Teddy Sheringham had let himself go at 31 and piled on the pounds would he have lasted as long? what about closer to home would Paul Dickov have got as far as he did with us and many before if he let himself go Benni should take note if he wants to carry on as far as possible and remain in peak condition lose the body fat and fast. rant over!

yeah I have just checked on this news not a great time to let yourself get out of shape when we are struggling. I would consider docking wages and would have thought he would have learned from this as it has happened before. I am also convinced if he was on the pitch against Everton he would have converted the missed chance of Roberts. I would have to agree with Sam we can not afford to have any passengers now if he reads these boards he should be working round the clock to get this sorted,and be fit for when we travel to Fulham or at least give it a very good go. As now his goalscoring exploits are needed at a critical stage of the season if you are reading this Benni take note.

Hi all, I don't believe some of you considering having souness back have you all forgotten how he manages to to get on the wrong side of every player he got yes he made some good signings Brad,Tugay,Neill but he has made many more mistakes than Sparky Grabbi, Amoruso, Unsal, J.D.Pedro the list go on and never really got there true value in terms of selling on and maybe JW had a good working relationship with GS & MH but doesn't mean to say we should have Souey back if and when we need to search for a new manager I would rather have names on there that have experience and have a good track record in the transfer market I would rather have names like Allardyce,Sven, and people like that who have a good record when signing and will not pick fights with every player that comes through the door however would not mind if souey and a consortium wanted to buy the club out as I feel we do need a takeover to take us to the next level but would only want GS in terms of a takeover so long as he would not medal in team selections. Laters all.

Hi all, I have been searching for the blackburn rovers decanter and crystal cut glasses for a while now but had no luck either through ebay or the shop and as I am in the process for bt vision was hoping to find someone who was selling the above items hopefully in time for when the new season begins any other help would be great kind regards Savio