http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/euro2008/2008/06/bilic_wears_heart_on_his_sleev.html en-gb 30 Wed 16 Dec 2009 14:05:50 GMT+1 A feed of user comments from the page found at http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/euro2008/2008/06/bilic_wears_heart_on_his_sleev.html http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/euro2008/2008/06/bilic_wears_heart_on_his_sleev.html?page=18#comment10 Since everyone agrees he's great and all, I thought I'd mention a story that not everyone will remember.1998, world cup semi-final. France play Croatia. Bilic is standing behind Laurent Blanc. Blanc's hand touches bilic's chest, who then collapses on the ground, holding his face as if he had been hit with a baseball bat. Blanc gets a yellow card for, well, whatever the referee imagined had happened, and denies the great man of playing in the world cup final.This is simply to show that he might not be the 100% genuine guy everyone seems to imagine.Still, I agree he's a great coach too, and I like his attitude as a coach.He is in all respects Domenech's anti-Christ. Fri 20 Jun 2008 12:48:30 GMT+1 http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/euro2008/2008/06/bilic_wears_heart_on_his_sleev.html?page=16#comment9 Aye, he really is. I was actually pleasantly surprised when he got selected for the position, as he, fortunately, isn't the usual type of coach that my country tends to have for that position. Wed 18 Jun 2008 17:00:08 GMT+1 http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/euro2008/2008/06/bilic_wears_heart_on_his_sleev.html?page=14#comment8 Regarding my 'moderated' post.As I said, these are allegations, yes. I do not, and did not, allege anything of the sort myself, though I do question quite why these allegations continue. The Guardian presently has an article on its website detailing these allegations: given this, I do not believe that it constitutes defamation to say that such allegations persist - however I can understand caution in a litigous climate.And incidentally, I absolutely agree with Baklava about leaving patriotism on the football field: if only Government were to pay heed!Anyway, enough politics, back to football, and yes, regardless, Bilic certainly seems to be a good coach, and a notable character. Wed 18 Jun 2008 16:52:01 GMT+1 http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/euro2008/2008/06/bilic_wears_heart_on_his_sleev.html?page=12#comment7 @ shoogledoogle:as you said, those are allegations, and nothing more than that.. Bilic is actually politically left oriented (as in liberal), his patriotism is born and left on the football field as should be for anyone that represents a country in any given sport..there is nothing to clear up there, persistant allegations doesnt read ''persistant proof'', and till it is shown otherwise, which i doubt it will, i think such comments are uncalled for.. Wed 18 Jun 2008 16:31:20 GMT+1 http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/euro2008/2008/06/bilic_wears_heart_on_his_sleev.html?page=10#comment6 Bilic is clearly more than just a great man manager. Keegan showed that being a bubbly, infectious character only gets you so far. Bilic, as he proved against Germany and given that he's had to do without Eduardo, knows a fair bit about tactics, too. Wed 18 Jun 2008 14:26:23 GMT+1 http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/euro2008/2008/06/bilic_wears_heart_on_his_sleev.html?page=9#comment5 I honestly believe that genuine enthusiasm is infectious and Bilic's is undeniable. Croatia ouze self confidence at the moment and are a joy to watch. In many ways I'm glad they beat us in the group stage because I doubt very much that we would have provided such a positive advert for playing international football. Wed 18 Jun 2008 14:23:12 GMT+1 http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/euro2008/2008/06/bilic_wears_heart_on_his_sleev.html?page=7#comment4 This post has been Removed Wed 18 Jun 2008 14:11:36 GMT+1 http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/euro2008/2008/06/bilic_wears_heart_on_his_sleev.html?page=5#comment3 I continue to be surprised by the reaction of the media to victories by our national team.Whether it's England, Germany or any other team on earth, we always believe we can win.For those young men to wear the Croatian jersey, put their hand over the heart and sing the anthem before a match, means everything.From watching a lot of football over many years I don't see the passion, patriotism and desire from other countries. This extends beyond the national team to bankers to carpenters to soldiers.Plus we know how to play this game right. Hold the ball, control the ball and build opportunities.We simply aren't like anyone else. A Croatian quote says it "I know for what I have done and for what I will do, that I will burn in hell forever, but I will burn for Croatia". Wed 18 Jun 2008 13:55:44 GMT+1 http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/euro2008/2008/06/bilic_wears_heart_on_his_sleev.html?page=3#comment2 Yes, this is it. I think he's a Croatia fan BEFORE a coach. That's why the Eriksson-England combination wasn't as effective. And I might dare say, the Capello- England combination :PHope they prove me wrong Wed 18 Jun 2008 10:03:12 GMT+1 http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/euro2008/2008/06/bilic_wears_heart_on_his_sleev.html?page=1#comment1 Bilic has the perfect character for national management. All of his pride, enthusiasm and love for his country can be seen; and, as stated, he has complete respect for and from those around him.It would be interesting to see how he fairs in club management. Dealing with the more day to day running, going through bad patches etc. Wed 18 Jun 2008 10:00:05 GMT+1 http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/euro2008/2008/06/bilic_wears_heart_on_his_sleev.html?page=0#comment0 haha excellent.he is quite the character Wed 18 Jun 2008 09:47:23 GMT+1