The Prophet Posted February 12, 2022 Share Posted February 12, 2022 The only issue is that looks a bit narrow. Their full backs leave a lot of space in behind that we can exploit. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
joeyt Posted February 12, 2022 Share Posted February 12, 2022 3 hours ago, Cronky said: Many on this board seem to get obsessed with this idea of players being 'out of position'. A manager can't pick all 11 players in their best positions. There are always compromises to be made, all over the pitch. Picking one player will nearly always have a knock on effect on how you use other players. It's just a matter of getting the best possible blend. We can see that with all these debates about how to blend Bruno into the side. The thing I like about Murphy is he always looks eager to get on the ball and make things happen. I don't get that feeling at all with Manquillo, even though defensively he's the safer bet. I think we need to keep that positive momentum. And come on. He's not that far 'out of position' at RB. Manquillo helped to provide a match winning moment with his positivity against Leeds. Raphinha barely got a kick when Manq came on Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SUPERTOON Posted February 12, 2022 Share Posted February 12, 2022 So nervous for this one already. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest HTT II Posted February 12, 2022 Share Posted February 12, 2022 (edited) Take the game to them like against Everton. They have dangerous players, but so do we, go and attack them and don’t be afraid, they are an average team with one or two very good players… Edited February 12, 2022 by HTT II Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happinesstan Posted February 12, 2022 Share Posted February 12, 2022 (edited) 48 minutes ago, The Prophet said: The only issue is that looks a bit narrow. Their full backs leave a lot of space in behind that we can exploit. I'd be expecting ASM to exploit that space. I only put him there to suggest a free role. Edit: Start with him attacking the right. I imagine they're focussed on dealing with him on the left. Once they realise [at 2-0] that their plan is shot to shit, switch him back to the left and release Trippier on the right. Or bring on Fraser. Edited February 12, 2022 by Happinesstan Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happinesstan Posted February 12, 2022 Share Posted February 12, 2022 3 minutes ago, HTT II said: Take the game to them like against Everton. They have dangerous players, but so do we, go and attack them and don’t be afraid, they are an average team with one or two very good players… I think my formation is taking it to them. They'll be prepared for a similar approach to Everton. They'll be looking to Coutinho to find the attackers against Lascelles and Schar, who have been admirable, but against Coutinho will struggle. Play 3 CBs and instruct them to look for the interceptions. Schar can make the decision to cover when necessary. If we can delay Coutinho releasing the ball we can win it in midfield and release ASM into space. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happinesstan Posted February 12, 2022 Share Posted February 12, 2022 Everton beating Leeds 3-0, who drew with Villa last week, after we've just beaten both Leeds and Everton. Should be confident going into this. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Butcher Posted February 12, 2022 Share Posted February 12, 2022 (edited) A win here would be so, so important. Could go 4 points clear at the bottom if CIty beat Norwich and we do the business. Edited February 12, 2022 by The Butcher Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happinesstan Posted February 12, 2022 Share Posted February 12, 2022 Probably playing these at a good time. Out of the danger zone, relatively comfortable. That will likely change after we beat them. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
WillingtonMag Posted February 12, 2022 Share Posted February 12, 2022 If Bruno starts I think we'll win, if he doesn't I'm not confident. Think we need an extra edge against these and he has it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robster Posted February 12, 2022 Share Posted February 12, 2022 3 hours ago, Theregulars said: Man, the bonk-on I’d get Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happinesstan Posted February 12, 2022 Share Posted February 12, 2022 (edited) Let ASM run the show in the first half. I think he'd benefit from scoring an early goal. His performances regularly demand/deserve a goal, and I think if he can get the personal satisfaction out of the way, he'll be more focussed on the team. I think we'll blow someone away one day when he scores early on, and we see just how good he truly is. Edited February 12, 2022 by Happinesstan Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Prophet Posted February 12, 2022 Share Posted February 12, 2022 I still think I'd be alright with a point here, but suddenly it's an opportunity to put daylight between ourselves and Norwich. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geordie Ahmed Posted February 12, 2022 Share Posted February 12, 2022 (edited) A point isn't disastrous, would put us 2 points ahead of Norwich with a game in hand Plus a point means the unbeaten run continues and 9 points from a possible 15 is not to be sniffed at, however this is a huge opportunity to get a win as that would be massive. Not only in putting us more than a win clear of the bottom 3 it would also dent their confidence Edited February 12, 2022 by Geordie Ahmed Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
samptime29 Posted February 12, 2022 Share Posted February 12, 2022 I would be fine with a point. Obviously want to win but keeping the unbeaten run going is important imo. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cookidge Posted February 12, 2022 Share Posted February 12, 2022 I'd take a point as well, but if we come from behind to get it. I don't want to see us dropping points from winning positions as much as we have been. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazza ladra Posted February 12, 2022 Share Posted February 12, 2022 8 hours ago, Yorkie said: W5 D2 L4 since Gerrard came in but no truly outstanding results. They've beaten the teams around them, suggesting they're a top half team: Brighton, Leicester, Norwich, Palace and Everton. But then they also lost at Brentford and obviously couldn't see out a victory against a pretty flawed Leeds team. It'll be a far bigger test than Everton for sure but it's another good opportunity for us. It'd be gutting if complacency were to creep in after only a couple of wins; it needs to be approached with the same intensity as Tuesday. Gerrard's Villa have earned two points more than Howe's Newcastle over the last ten games. We've improved drammatically, but nobody could describe our form or Villa's as outstanding. I suspect that some of the plaudits they're getting is because of the media's love for Gerrard. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
nufc123 Posted February 12, 2022 Share Posted February 12, 2022 Dont think we will win 3 in a row. Impressive if we do. When was the last game we lost at home. City? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RodneyCisse Posted February 12, 2022 Share Posted February 12, 2022 Just now, nufc123 said: Dont think we will win 3 in a row. Impressive if we do. When was the last game we lost at home. City? Something I don’t think Bruce ever achieved with us. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
et tu brute Posted February 12, 2022 Share Posted February 12, 2022 30 minutes ago, The Prophet said: I still think I'd be alright with a point here, but suddenly it's an opportunity to put daylight between ourselves and Norwich. Massive opportunity to put 3 or 4 teams back into a very catchable group also. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
OoOGazOoO Posted February 12, 2022 Share Posted February 12, 2022 A HUGE game tomorrow! Win tomorrow and that will put us 4 points clear of Norwich and I think mentally, that would be priceless. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GWN Posted February 12, 2022 Share Posted February 12, 2022 Strongly fancy a draw now , I’d take it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest HTT II Posted February 12, 2022 Share Posted February 12, 2022 Just fucking win, let’s aim for Palace’s place and fuck the bottom below us, look up now! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExiledGeordie Posted February 12, 2022 Share Posted February 12, 2022 A win tomorrow would be colossal but a point and a solid performance would round off a great week. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
McDog Posted February 12, 2022 Share Posted February 12, 2022 44 minutes ago, GWN said: Strongly fancy a draw now , I’d take it. At home? Gotta get the 3. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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