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They haven’t passed it have they?

I agree. Surely under those circumstances it’s your time to really show how good you are not ask to leave before the ship might sink. His behaviour with the Spanish national job/Real Madrid left a lot to be desired also.

Well I can’t say I’ve never done it in the past

Was referring more to him staying put but getting an improved contract.

Had a look back through the thread and looks like £58m+£5m. Was unsure of his physicality when signing as seemed very slight but he’s great when fit. Still 3 areas of his game he needs to work on but could end up being a complete striker.

Would be a little surprised if he leaves Palace. Has a very strong bond there. Maybe after a pay rise.

Nope heard nothing from him. Teams being picked now as 6 days out now so needs to RSVP ??

Was that not with all the add-ons? (£63m). Always thought we paid a more modest £53m for him.

So we are at 19 confirmed if @Dr.Spacemanis 100%. Not heard any responses from @toon25 Unclear if @Theregulars friend George is being factored in to play/watch.

Ready to reveal the teams? @Yorkie

Need to remember the snippets we pick up and think of the big picture behind the scenes amongst the squad. Was quite telling a few players let slip Hall was always last to training. As the latest recruit that sends out bad signals and not a good look. Was he late? No. Was he pushing as hard as he could to get ahead of his competition? No. Meanwhile I’ve noticed a physical change and confidence in him looking more comfortable on and off the pitch from his first fleeting appearances compared to his latest. The body language in the match cams and photos etc he’s starting to look settled in the group. To me it looks like EH has got this one right as he tends to do.

1x Crystal Palace 3-3

The Arsenal penalty is a disgrace. The very incident VAR was brought in to clear up yet they fail to revert referees decision. Makes a mockery of VAR.

Pope in the squad today?

Noted the club haven’t ruled him out of playing in Australia. EH asked in today’s press conference.

Nope because I don’t think it’s anywhere near 20% so the extra 10% is just standing around arguing with refs and waiting around on VAR calls. I do think players not having full summers off isn’t helping as I’m not going to argue that they play too many matches each year. Just disagree the actual games are intense for 10-20% more and like I’ve said you can sub half an outfield team each game nowadays. Maybe it’s the long VAR delays and stop start nature of the games not helping ??‍♂️

The rule is still in place obviously but they aren’t sticking to it anymore most games. Don’t give me player health when you can have so many options on the bench and five substitutes generally being made per team each game. It’s just a more physical and faster game in England. Always has been. It’s quite striking how much so if you ever attend games abroad. Watched games in many European countries and most of them are like walking pace for the majority of the games with minimal contact allowed.

Strange strip selection in the Villa game. Can hardly tell the difference between the two teams.

The rules that lasted all but a month or two? I doubt it. What’s the games played comparison between the leagues including domestic cups? Guessing fairly similar between us and Spain?

Maddison dropped apparently…

Think they have their eye on the Ipswich manager. Maybe though. Thought Man Utd might show interest in him.

The way Arsenal play I’m not sure Isak would be that good a fit personally. Actually think Havertz is a better fit.

Will be interesting to see what Potter’s next gig is. Especially after he turned down Ajax!

If you ain’t sure then you are slightly naive to how he’d be treat by England fans and the press. Cant see anyone from the British Isles managing England. I could be wrong (and I’d like to think I was wrong) but just can’t see him being a popular choice for the main gig.