Sima Posted February 18, 2022 Share Posted February 18, 2022 5 minutes ago, SUPERTOON said: RWB possibly. Was thinking orthodox RB. Obviously not as good defensively as Trippier but has the pace to recover and is better going forward than cheese slice. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sima Posted February 18, 2022 Share Posted February 18, 2022 2 minutes ago, The Prophet said: Who were West Ham playing that week? Charlie's Chocolate Factory XI? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Prophet Posted February 18, 2022 Share Posted February 18, 2022 4 minutes ago, Sima said: Who were West Ham playing that week? Charlie's Chocolate Factory XI? I want to say Watford. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRon Posted February 18, 2022 Share Posted February 18, 2022 5 minutes ago, Sima said: Was thinking orthodox RB. Obviously not as good defensively as Trippier but has the pace to recover and is better going forward than cheese slice. Every chance we'll concede a goal down that side if Murphy plays as an orthodox RB. He's weak tackling and at the back post when it comes to defending, considering they'll be a threat in the air, would be a massive risk. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jesse Pinkman Posted February 18, 2022 Share Posted February 18, 2022 Eddie not done his post match interview yet? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yorkie Posted February 18, 2022 Share Posted February 18, 2022 59 minutes ago, The Prophet said: That tells me we need to keep it on the ground a bit more than we might usually do. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lush Vlad Posted February 18, 2022 Share Posted February 18, 2022 1 hour ago, sushimonster85 said: I have a feeling we may be looking at 3 at the back. I don't see him dropping Schar or Burn, but instead adding Lascelles to them. Under Rafa Lascelles always looked much better as part of a back 3 when he had the likes of Fernandez, Lejuene or Schar around him. Reckon it will be 3 at the back with Targett and Murphy as the wing backs. Joelinton and Shelvey in the middle and the usual 3 lads up top. I was thinking this. I'm not really basing it on anything other than the amount they have played. But there always seems to be a place in the side for Shelvey and Lascelles when they are fit. When I don't always think they are necessarily worthy of starting. Shelvey has been a lot better under Howe, of course. But it does seem like manager's will always have their favourites and players they trust. I don't think he would go 3 at the back just so it means Lascelles plays. But it would certainly feel like that, if it were the case. As I certainly don't see how he starts ahead of Schar or Burn on all known form and probably ability, too. They seem strong in wide areas, Bowen and their full backs also pushing on in particular. I'm not sure 3 at the back would help in this game. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
OverThere Posted February 18, 2022 Share Posted February 18, 2022 I could see us going back 5 and defending for our lives in this one. If we get a point I'd be extremely happy. The combination of an away game, them being decent and our injuries make this a difficult game. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hanshithispantz Posted February 18, 2022 Share Posted February 18, 2022 3 hours ago, Yorkie said: Tend to think the opposite personally. The right hand side has effectively been a contained system of its own just recently, so maybe the most sensible thing to do is continue playing it's remaining 50% (Fraser), to assist Trippier's replacement in acclimatising to the role. It's the same with in-game subs. If there's ever a forced change, particularly to the backline, I think the default approach should be to remedy the issue by making as few changes as possible. Like, for eg, RB gets injured: "rather than bring shit RB on, let's move the current LB over to the right and bring a different LB on." It makes sense to some extent but, in that scenario, one change then becomes two and the continuity is basically lost. It's really a massive credit to Burn and Schar - and those who came on - that we kept a clean sheet last weekend despite significant upheaval to the defense mid-match. Aye I cannot really argue with that. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny Posted February 18, 2022 Share Posted February 18, 2022 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisJbarnes Posted February 18, 2022 Share Posted February 18, 2022 For those going to the match, where will you be drinking beforehand? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AyeDubbleYoo Posted February 18, 2022 Share Posted February 18, 2022 13 minutes ago, Johnny said: Fuck off Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nine Posted February 18, 2022 Share Posted February 18, 2022 Targett left wing Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
krybel Posted February 18, 2022 Share Posted February 18, 2022 29 minutes ago, Johnny said: What is this madness? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happinesstan Posted February 18, 2022 Share Posted February 18, 2022 3 hours ago, Yorkie said: Tend to think the opposite personally. The right hand side has effectively been a contained system of its own just recently, so maybe the most sensible thing to do is continue playing it's remaining 50% (Fraser), to assist Trippier's replacement in acclimatising to the role. It's the same with in-game subs. If there's ever a forced change, particularly to the backline, I think the default approach should be to remedy the issue by making as few changes as possible. Like, for eg, RB gets injured: "rather than bring shit RB on, let's move the current LB over to the right and bring a different LB on." It makes sense to some extent but, in that scenario, one change then becomes two and the continuity is basically lost. It's really a massive credit to Burn and Schar - and those who came on - that we kept a clean sheet last weekend despite significant upheaval to the defense mid-match. I agree, don't disrupt more than necessary. Of course if your LB and LW aren't connecting then it might be considered. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrRaspberryJam Posted February 18, 2022 Share Posted February 18, 2022 32 minutes ago, Johnny said: What's going on here? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happinesstan Posted February 18, 2022 Share Posted February 18, 2022 I'm certain this game was pencilled in as his debut, after 30 mins against Villa where he could put himself into contention. Unfortunately he lost out on that opportunity and may have to wait. Could be a blessing, if we are losing. Ideally we will be a goal down and we'll come back after his introduction. I'm preparing myself for a draw at best from this game. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doctor Zaius Posted February 18, 2022 Share Posted February 18, 2022 Big fan of Johnnys teams like. Nails it every week. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SUPERTOON Posted February 18, 2022 Share Posted February 18, 2022 Looking at the table, a win really would be huge and almost confirm our safety. I would be delighted with a point but do think we can nick this one. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happinesstan Posted February 18, 2022 Share Posted February 18, 2022 3 hours ago, sushimonster85 said: I have a feeling we may be looking at 3 at the back. I don't see him dropping Schar or Burn, but instead adding Lascelles to them. Under Rafa Lascelles always looked much better as part of a back 3 when he had the likes of Fernandez, Lejuene or Schar around him. Reckon it will be 3 at the back with Targett and Murphy as the wing backs. Joelinton and Shelvey in the middle and the usual 3 lads up top. Murphy would likely be the ideal [from options available] RWB to play that if we rest Fraser. Would mean bringing in Bruno and moving Joelinton to the right of the middle 3, but I think you could use Trippier's absence as justification for changing things wholesale. I'm fascinated to see his selection as we know it won't be unchanged. But we do have a lot of options. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Duper Branko Strupar Posted February 18, 2022 Share Posted February 18, 2022 (edited) 3 hours ago, Sima said: Who were West Ham playing that week? Charlie's Chocolate Factory XI? Edited February 18, 2022 by Super Duper Branko Strupar Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cubaricho Posted February 18, 2022 Share Posted February 18, 2022 49 minutes ago, Johnny said: There he is. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
1964 Posted February 18, 2022 Share Posted February 18, 2022 Let's just hope the team and supporters get down there safely, supposed to be flying down this afternoon. That is not looking likely given the hoolie blowing Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LV Posted February 18, 2022 Share Posted February 18, 2022 49 minutes ago, Johnny said: Here he is Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GWN Posted February 18, 2022 Share Posted February 18, 2022 2 hours ago, Jesse Pinkman said: Eddie not done his post match interview yet? https://www.nufc.co.uk/ there you go Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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