Ben Posted September 23, 2021 Share Posted September 23, 2021 I think its best for everyone concerned if we just swap managers Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paully Posted September 23, 2021 Share Posted September 23, 2021 No surprise but he's getting hammered on that Grand Old Team forum after Tuesday night - just the 80 pages since full-time! Rondon getting slated too! It could turn nasty on Saturday if Norwich go ahead. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neil Posted September 27, 2021 Share Posted September 27, 2021 There's a strong argument to be made that we are currently one of the best teams in the world. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KaKa Posted September 27, 2021 Share Posted September 27, 2021 3 hours ago, Neil said: There's a strong argument to be made that we are currently one of the best teams in the world. fair play man. Rafa is awesome, and with continued support from the owner things will only get better. My favourite thing so far is how he's properly unlocked Doucore as a box to box midfielder that is scoring goals consistently. He looks sensational so far this season. Enough has been said about Townsend and Gray already really, as that was just a piss take. Almost every single game those two are racking up goals and assists it seems. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted September 27, 2021 Share Posted September 27, 2021 I’d love him to do one over on Ole at the weekend. Looks like he’s got a fair few injuries. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paully Posted September 28, 2021 Share Posted September 28, 2021 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deuce Posted September 28, 2021 Share Posted September 28, 2021 @ManDoon Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bishops Finger Posted September 28, 2021 Share Posted September 28, 2021 2 minutes ago, Tomato Deuce said: @ManDoon No wonder we're where we are with tossers like this supporting the club. Absolute idiot Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Minhosa Posted September 28, 2021 Share Posted September 28, 2021 19 hours ago, KaKa said: fair play man. Rafa is awesome, and with continued support from the owner things will only get better. My favourite thing so far is how he's properly unlocked Doucore as a box to box midfielder that is scoring goals consistently. He looks sensational so far this season. Enough has been said about Townsend and Gray already really, as that was just a piss take. Almost every single game those two are racking up goals and assists it seems. Totally agree @KaKa - he's got Doucoure looking like prime Diame. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neil Posted September 28, 2021 Share Posted September 28, 2021 Long way to go. We did struggle badly against "weaker" teams last year so it's encouraging we're winning those games, but that's the thing, we've played barely anyone so far. And arguably our toughest game, away to Villa, we delivered what can only be described as a harrowingly bad performance. Think the 13pts from 6 games does gloss over some major issues we still have which better teams will expose (e.g. we are still terribly slow starters, can look half asleep for large periods of games), but obviously can't knock it so far. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dokko Posted September 28, 2021 Share Posted September 28, 2021 1 hour ago, Tomato Deuce said: @ManDoon I know, almiron has been shite. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest HTT II Posted September 28, 2021 Share Posted September 28, 2021 36 minutes ago, Neil said: Long way to go. We did struggle badly against "weaker" teams last year so it's encouraging we're winning those games, but that's the thing, we've played barely anyone so far. And arguably our toughest game, away to Villa, we delivered what can only be described as a harrowingly bad performance. Think the 13pts from 6 games does gloss over some major issues we still have which better teams will expose (e.g. we are still terribly slow starters, can look half asleep for large periods of games), but obviously can't knock it so far. Stick it out, it takes over 3 years to change a system/style/plan/tactics. And that comes from the mighty Bruce who is doing so much better than Rafa did here. Oh I miss Rafa man Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest HTT II Posted September 28, 2021 Share Posted September 28, 2021 38 minutes ago, Neil said: Long way to go. We did struggle badly against "weaker" teams last year so it's encouraging we're winning those games, but that's the thing, we've played barely anyone so far. And arguably our toughest game, away to Villa, we delivered what can only be described as a harrowingly bad performance. Think the 13pts from 6 games does gloss over some major issues we still have which better teams will expose (e.g. we are still terribly slow starters, can look half asleep for large periods of games), but obviously can't knock it so far. The thing is with Rafa you will accumulate more points (trademark Bruce) when even playing shite than under previous managers playing well and eventually you will start playing better and better and looking good. Give him time, he will spend wisely, he’ll buy some duds but when he’s had real money he’s bought players of quality and turned them into top/world-class. DCL will benefit so much under Rafa, Richarlison and Dacoure too. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ste Posted September 28, 2021 Share Posted September 28, 2021 feel like pure shit just want him back Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shearergol Posted September 28, 2021 Share Posted September 28, 2021 (edited) 54 minutes ago, Ste said: feel like pure shit just want him back You looking for this? Edited September 28, 2021 by Shearergol Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRon Posted September 28, 2021 Share Posted September 28, 2021 1 hour ago, Neil said: Long way to go. We did struggle badly against "weaker" teams last year so it's encouraging we're winning those games, but that's the thing, we've played barely anyone so far. And arguably our toughest game, away to Villa, we delivered what can only be described as a harrowingly bad performance. Think the 13pts from 6 games does gloss over some major issues we still have which better teams will expose (e.g. we are still terribly slow starters, can look half asleep for large periods of games), but obviously can't knock it so far. Take a step back and look at the bigger picture. It won't change overnight, but what you have got now is a manager who knows exactly what he wants, and a manager who will aim for the top and never settle for being less than you are worth. I'm surprised he's started so well in all honesty, his teams tend to get stronger the deeper you get into the season. At least that was our experience. Personally speaking, I was able to enjoy even the more turgid games because I could see there was a plan there, just not the players to execute it well. We have the absolute opposite in a manager who has no idea what formation to use, and is happy to finish above a relegation spot as long as no one criticises him, otherwise he'll start getting angry and complaining everyone's out to get him. He fits in perfectly with a squad who is also happy just to pick up their wages and coast along without much expectation. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KaKa Posted September 28, 2021 Share Posted September 28, 2021 3 hours ago, Neil said: Long way to go. We did struggle badly against "weaker" teams last year so it's encouraging we're winning those games, but that's the thing, we've played barely anyone so far. And arguably our toughest game, away to Villa, we delivered what can only be described as a harrowingly bad performance. Think the 13pts from 6 games does gloss over some major issues we still have which better teams will expose (e.g. we are still terribly slow starters, can look half asleep for large periods of games), but obviously can't knock it so far. To be fair both DCL and Richarlison were out for that Villa game. Like others have said the more time with Rafa the better the team will become, so the fact you've started so well, even with your two best players missing some time already, that is a very good sign. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
joeyt Posted September 28, 2021 Share Posted September 28, 2021 5 years ago Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rafalove Posted September 28, 2021 Share Posted September 28, 2021 Gtfi Rafa. Keep sticking the knife in. Imagine if we had a fanbase of Rafa’s. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disco Posted September 28, 2021 Share Posted September 28, 2021 4 hours ago, joeyt said: 5 years ago Definite top 5 game I’ve been too. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nobody Posted September 28, 2021 Share Posted September 28, 2021 10 hours ago, Paully said: He says while spending 5p this summer on HIS players Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NEEJ Posted September 29, 2021 Share Posted September 29, 2021 11 hours ago, Disco said: Definite top 5 game I’ve been too. I was absolutely exhausted by the end. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted September 29, 2021 Share Posted September 29, 2021 22 hours ago, Paully said: We've reached the "Me and my new man! #knowyourworth" stage of the breakup, then. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
joeyt Posted September 29, 2021 Share Posted September 29, 2021 If you can't handle me at my worst then you don't deserve me at my best x Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted September 29, 2021 Share Posted September 29, 2021 1 hour ago, ManDoon said: Rafa is lining up an insta pic of him enjoying a day out with Moshiri “Finally in a good place in my life #blessed #taken #lovehim” " Babe bought me lunch and took the day off for a picnic! ? #ifhewantedtohewould" Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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