BONTEMPI Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 Time to think positive Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
nufc4eva Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 Sissoko will play. Rafa will make him work anarl. There is a chance he will see him similar to ramires being deployed at Chelsea on wing to help full back. Difference this time is that we have Janmaat bombing forward and our left backs are best staying back. I can see him loving Mitro, Perez and Anita as they at least try and work hard. The key will be hunting in packs, not holding on to ball too long and getting centre midfield right. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Varadi Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 I'm just looking forward to seeing us as team with a game plan again. Don't expect everything to work straight away but I do at least think we'll be able to see what he's trying to do, which doesn't seem a lot to ask but which will be a huge novelty for us. I think workrate on it's own is overrated, it's when it's allied with a proper strategy that it can be most effective, players are much more likely to run that extra yard if they know there's a clear and defined reason for it and hopefully our players will buy into Rafa's methods right from the start. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
r0cafella Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 With Rafa, the chosen personnel will be less relevant than previous managers. He picks game teams rather than a bunch of players. It'll take a few games for him to get it as good as it can be, but I trust he will. It's so amazing having trust in a manager, for a change. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Holloway Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 We won't get smashed like, not with this kind of lift the whole club has been injected with. Can't wait to see the line up. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
themanupstairs Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 I think in this game we'll see what a thin line there is between success and failure. I don't think we'll win it, but I reckon we'll see our players walk on to the pitch with their heads high and chests out. They'll be as eager as the fans for Monday night to come. This is all assuming they're professionals who love the game of football. I don't know if we're deluded, have suffered for too long, or what it is, but it just feels like something special is about to happen. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK-421 Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 If he can stop the heads dropping if/when a goal goes in against, that'll be a big step forward already. That was half the battle with the squad under McClaren... as soon as they conceded, the heads dropped. Still think a win would be a big ask, but think a point could be very achievable. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andymc1 Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 I'm going down tomorrow night and now I'm actually looking forward to it. I seem to have found ridiculous amounts of optimism since Rafa was confirmed. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Figures 1-0 Football Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 Don't think we'll get smashed, if we lose it'll be by the odd goal. So much new hope and optimism really looking forward to going tomorrow. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corrigan Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 Not expecting any points from this but just to see a change in attitude from the players , looking like they care would be great progress Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mick Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 If he can stop the heads dropping if/when a goal goes in against, that'll be a big step forward already. That was half the battle with the squad under McClaren... as soon as they conceded, the heads dropped. Still think a win would be a big ask, but think a point could be very achievable. I agree with that, it's going to be interesting to see how we react if we go behind, although I wouldn't mind not finding out for a few weeks. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MidfieldGeneral Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 Does anyone know if Mahrez is injured? I know he was supposed to be a doubt, if he doesn't play I think we've got a great chance. Leicester remind me of us when Robert and Bellamy joined. They rely heavily on him and Vardy and look a different team with either of them 2 missing or not playing well. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiotes Witch Doctor Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 0-2 win. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stifler Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 Liecester fans giving it the big 'I am' on their forums, calling us deluded, saying Benitez is over rated and this is going to be a comfortable win. Aye, fuck them. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Foluwashola Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 Liecester fans giving it the big 'I am' on their forums, calling us deluded, saying Benitez is over rated and this is going to be a comfortable win. Aye, fuck them. The majority of them probably supported Man U until January. Fucking Midlands man, freaks. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
duo Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 Time to think positive Agreed - I'm going for 2-1 win Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hakka Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 Rafa being here for a few days won't change us that much, but it could see us get a surprise win from the whole bounce of euphoria and excitement it's bringing. Even if we lose that's fine, it's not a game we are expected to win at all. I think Dave mentioned it, I want Rafa to see all our weaknesses so he can ensure changes are made so we win the derby, then truly kick on after that. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mick Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 Liecester fans giving it the big 'I am' on their forums, calling us deluded, saying Benitez is over rated and this is going to be a comfortable win. Aye, f*** them. Their fans are horrible and I've never had any time for them, I hope we take something off them and I hope they don't win the league. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRon Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 Rafa being here for a few days won't change us that much, but it could see us get a surprise win from the whole bounce of euphoria and excitement it's bringing. Even if we lose that's fine, it's not a game we are expected to win at all. I think Dave mentioned it, I want Rafa to see all our weaknesses so he can ensure changes are made so we win the derby, then truly kick on after that. I think that's sensible, it might take a game or two before these players can actually learn to play the Rafa system, it will be a lot different to what they have been used to. Have to bear in mind they done us 3-0 at our place so let's keep things in perspective. If we can stay compact and not leave any space for Mahrez and Vardy to run into we'll have won half the battle. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparkzter Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 Rafa being here for a few days won't change us that much, but it could see us get a surprise win from the whole bounce of euphoria and excitement it's bringing. Even if we lose that's fine, it's not a game we are expected to win at all. I think Dave mentioned it, I want Rafa to see all our weaknesses so he can ensure changes are made so we win the derby, then truly kick on after that. I think that's sensible, it might take a game or two before these players can actually learn to play the Rafa system, it will be a lot different to what they have been used to. Have to bear in mind they done us 3-0 at our place so let's keep things in perspective. If we can stay compact and not leave any space for Mahrez and Vardy to run into we'll have won half the battle. Yup, to be honest most of us expect nowt from this, so long as we see a significant improvement ill be happy. Obviously a point or more and I'll be delighted. They are top of the table for a reason, however like others they've had a 'purple' season and everything has gone well for them including some lucky wins. We will be on a high, just need to not concede early doors and stifle them. Maybe a bit too early for Benitez, but it'll be better I'm sure. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sempuki Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 A win would be amazing. Would take a draw - not sure Rafa can change our wretched away form in a couple of days but they might be up for it for once and try to impress the new boss. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
magpie1892 Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 Mark Lawrenson behaving like the utter cock he is on MoTD extra at the moment. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kimbo Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 He sounds like he has a problem with Rafa Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
duo Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 Just usual anti Newcastle rhetoric. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
magpie1892 Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 Just usual anti Newcastle rhetoric. It's boring for NUFC fans - does he think anyone else is really interested in his whining drivel? It's not our fault he got demoted and is morphing into Jimmy Hill, being eased slowly out of the picture. He's backed us for the drop, surprise. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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