KaKa Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 The subs are going to make us all sick aren't they. Can't imagine what magnificent one he'll make today. Like waiting to see where Jason is gonna pop up. It shouldn't be so traumatic watching a game of football Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 Need to bring Aarons on for Gouffran and Haidara on for Dummett imo. "Fought it was a bit too soon for the lad, basically. Gabby's a good lad. wif pace and loves a dribble." Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
M1tche Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 I normally hate pardews left back sub every game, but dummett is not good enough at all so far today. Can't see why haidara hasn't started Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wullie Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 First half exactly the same as most games at the arse end of last season. Get to 40 minutes with nowt happening (and everyone saying "wow, we look alright" even though we've offered sod all), concede just before half time - happened vs Southampton, Man Utd, Stoke and Swansea. Usual drill is to fold like a pack of cards in the second. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Theregulars Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 The man plays 4-2-3-1 - a system, by its very design, implemented to create a fluid passing game and to create space compared to a 2-man opposition midfield - and plays long ball to a single striker up against two centre-halves renowned for their comfort in the air and strength. If you must, MUST, play the long ball bilge, then at least have a nippy support striker for the knock-downs. It's just such a basic non-understanding of tactical play. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zero Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 Sissoko has to get into the box more. He is the key player in this system --- a bit like Cabaye, the follow up scorer. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NEEJ Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 Can't believe the set piece to Williamson is still being used. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wullie Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 Can't believe the set piece to Williamson is still being used. I can. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
loki679 Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 Colback, Cabella, Sissoko and Anita have been decent, Anita especially so. Gouffran's been anonymous, I can't imagine Aarons would be any worse. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
r0cafella Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 First half exactly the same as most games at the arse end of last season. Get to 40 minutes with nowt happening (and everyone saying "wow, we look alright" even though we've offered sod all), concede just before half time - happened vs Southampton, Man Utd, Stoke and Swansea. Usual drill is to fold like a pack of cards in the second. Zero shots on Target in the first half btw. I think one of those came from inside the box? albeit from an impossible angle. And I agree the basics of being able to retain possession and keep a shape shouldn't warrant praise. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 The subs are going to make us all sick aren't they. Can't imagine what magnificent one he'll make today. Like waiting to see where Jason is gonna pop up. It shouldn't be so traumatic watching a game of football You knew shit was up when Dummett got the start. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
S.S.R. Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 I'll reserve judgement until we play someone other than the current champions or the moneybags in the top four. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sempuki Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 Want Aarons and or Perez. Will get Obertan and/or Taylor. Yep. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willow Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 Colback, Cabella, Sissoko and Anita have been decent, Anita especially so. Gouffran's been anonymous, I can't imagine Aarons would be any worse. I'd go for broke and stick him straight on now. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parsley Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 Worked hard and passed it reasonably well but we look poor on the break and generally pretty toothless going forward. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zero Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 Wonder what the system would be if De Jong's back? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Theregulars Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 I normally hate pardews left back sub every game, but dummett is not good enough at all so far today. Can't see why haidara hasn't started Because in order to improve we need more British players, because they have intangible qualities such as "heart", "grit" and "drive" that foreigners obviously lack. It's amazing that this concept still holds any sway in the "best league in the world". Then again, it's amazing that a Premier League club willingly employs Alan Pardew for 3 and a half years and counting. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
r0cafella Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 Wonder what the system would be if De Jong's back? Same as the one we are playing today. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Optimistic Nut Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 That's a random reference to us on the Expendables advert. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LesPaul Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 No changes at half time probably. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Duper Branko Strupar Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 Obertan. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parsley Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 Obertan warming up Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SiLvOR Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 That's a random reference to us on the Expendables advert. I thought that, figured I miss heard. Had my head in my hands at the time Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
M4 Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 First half exactly the same as most games at the arse end of last season. Get to 40 minutes with nowt happening (and everyone saying "wow, we look alright" even though we've offered sod all), concede just before half time - happened vs Southampton, Man Utd, Stoke and Swansea. Usual drill is to fold like a pack of cards in the second. With a goal conceded in the first five minutes of the second half to make the comparison complete. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
loki679 Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 Alright, get your bets on for baffling sub bingo. I'm going with Haidara for Dummett, Obertan for Gouff and Cabella for Perez. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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