Hanshithispantz Posted October 28, 2011 Share Posted October 28, 2011 Missing the point a bit, I don't want a draw, I just don't expect us to get anything better at the Brit. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jayson Posted October 28, 2011 Share Posted October 28, 2011 Theyve had Chelsea, Liverpool & Man utd & not been beaten there yet this season though theyve had a bit of luck like us. So a draw would be a solid result. We're capable of winning though ofcourse, all games are individual just depends how it plays out. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alberto2005 Posted October 28, 2011 Share Posted October 28, 2011 I don't understand how not getting beat by Chelsea,Man U and Liv is luck? Just further reinforces how good they are at home. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jayson Posted October 28, 2011 Share Posted October 28, 2011 I said theyve had a bit of luck to help them like we have, not that the results were purely luck based. The majority of it is resolute defending at home & the opposition not taking the few chances when they get them. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Roy the Irish Magpie Posted October 28, 2011 Share Posted October 28, 2011 my optimistic prediction tells me 1-2 to us but realisticly it'll be a stoke win or a draw and if my pessmism has anythin to say then 3-0 to stoke. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Logic Posted October 29, 2011 Share Posted October 29, 2011 Starting to like it when Lawro predicts we'll lose, he's so often wrong. Stoke v Newcastle (2000 BST) Stoke have been playing well enough but they have only won one Premier League game since the start of September and they need to change that as quickly as possible, especially because they are back in the Europa League next week and they have struggled immediately after playing in that competition. As good as Newcastle have been defensively this season, this is a completely different and thorough test of their capabilities at the back and one that I don't think they are going to pass. It has been a great start to the season for the Magpies, who have done really, really well, but I think it will end here. I don't think Alan Pardew's side will just fall away after this, though. There is a bit of resistance in that team and they are made of sterner stuff than that. Prediction: 2-0 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cronky Posted October 29, 2011 Share Posted October 29, 2011 Interesting stat in the paper - 6 out of Stoke's 7 league goals have come from headers. We can't afford to be weak in that area, so I'm sure Pardew will stick with his usual starting line-up. It's a tough game, but this team consistently does that bit better than expected, and won't be bullied. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darth Crooks Posted October 29, 2011 Share Posted October 29, 2011 They flatter to decieve man. provided we use quick passing and pace that we now have and lacked previously and don't match their long ball game then we'll be fine. They're a decent spoiler team. Nothing to be crapping ourselves about though. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frazzle Posted October 29, 2011 Share Posted October 29, 2011 They flatter to decieve man. provided we use quick passing and pace that we now have and lacked previously and don't match their long ball game then we'll be fine. They're a decent spoiler team. Nothing to be crapping ourselves about though. We've hardly used a passing game all season, we may have the players to do it but we've hardly changed our style yet. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darth Crooks Posted October 29, 2011 Share Posted October 29, 2011 Our squad are surely capable of it though and as so far it has emerged from being the lump it up to caroll/ameobi and hope the scraps pay off. We're only just getting an idea of our solid starting eleven with the likes of ben arfa and santon yet to establish wha they have aside from potential; though that to me is a lot more positive than the style of play that won't work against sides like Stoke. I just don't think we should worry about the hype (albeit a degree of it having some foundation) that surrounds Stoke being so hard to beat. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frazzle Posted October 29, 2011 Share Posted October 29, 2011 I agree with you that we've got the potential to do it, I just don't think we're quite there yet and we've only seen spells of decent play so far. I hope we try to play some football against Stoke but I still think we should be delighted to come away with a point. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darth Crooks Posted October 29, 2011 Share Posted October 29, 2011 I'd take that after monday's game. I hope we do it trying to play a bit and not succumb to their crap, spoiler type of football. Exciting times, as last season I would be seriously bricking about this fixture. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cp40 Posted October 29, 2011 Share Posted October 29, 2011 Thread title date, ko, tv channel- spot on. saves me keep asking. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest thenorthumbrian Posted October 29, 2011 Share Posted October 29, 2011 Interesting stat in the paper - 6 out of Stoke's 7 league goals have come from headers. We can't afford to be weak in that area, so I'm sure Pardew will stick with his usual starting line-up. It's a tough game, but this team consistently does that bit better than expected, and won't be bullied. If United go into this game with any doubts at the back we will get steamrollered, I hope Taylor is 100% Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted October 29, 2011 Share Posted October 29, 2011 Steamrollered? They're not that fucking good ffs. Neither are we of course, and I'm predicting a defeat anyway due to our rubbish record against them and their style of play, but some are making out Stoke City are miles better than we are which isn't the case at all. Two mid-table teams, could go either way. Obviously I hope our best players are fit btw. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
garth Posted October 29, 2011 Share Posted October 29, 2011 If we play the ball on the ground and not try and match them aerially. I just think we can pull this off 2-1 to us. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baggio Posted October 29, 2011 Share Posted October 29, 2011 Interesting stat in the paper - 6 out of Stoke's 7 league goals have come from headers. We can't afford to be weak in that area, so I'm sure Pardew will stick with his usual starting line-up. Hopefully Krul can continue his high standards this season when coming off his line and collecting crosses in the air. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ponsaelius Posted October 29, 2011 Share Posted October 29, 2011 Interesting stat in the paper - 6 out of Stoke's 7 league goals have come from headers. That's an abhorrent stat, especially when the only goal scored with feet was a penalty. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beren Posted October 29, 2011 Share Posted October 29, 2011 Stoke take their penalties by Kenwyne Jones and Peter Crouch catapulting Jon Walters into the ground to meet the ball with a diving header. Unstoppable. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BEN BEN BEN ARFA Posted October 29, 2011 Share Posted October 29, 2011 victory against Stoke imperative to keep a distance with ARSENAL and pass chelsea Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stifler Posted October 29, 2011 Share Posted October 29, 2011 A point and were 3rd. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted October 29, 2011 Share Posted October 29, 2011 victory against Stoke imperative to keep a distance with weapons and pass chelsea Sunderland? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Optimistic Nut Posted October 29, 2011 Share Posted October 29, 2011 Arsenal? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
David28 Posted October 29, 2011 Share Posted October 29, 2011 A point and were 3rd. Think that'll be part of Pardew's motivation for the game. Win and we'll be 2 points clear of Chelsea, unbelievable. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted October 29, 2011 Share Posted October 29, 2011 Imagine that man, if we win and are clear in third after ten games. Would be fucking brilliant. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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