James Posted August 21, 2023 Share Posted August 21, 2023 16 hours ago, huss9 said: first visit to the Etihad and not sure what all the fuss is with the stadium. more modern and shiny but i still think ours looks better from the outside. and once we got in the away end it was no better than what we have in the gallowgate. maybe you have to be in a home section to appreciate it. I live in Manchester, agree that St James Park, just the way it forms a part of the local townscape makes it a superior stadium, particularly since the place got a clean. However I think when people plaudit Etihad and the surrounding campus, it is in comparison to Old Trafford which has become a dump. Truly one of the worst well known stadium in the world. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
80 Posted August 21, 2023 Share Posted August 21, 2023 There's pressure but apart from a few muppets we're under no illusions about where we're at as a club re: seeing our long term future and Howe's needing to remain tightly together for the foreseeable. Last thing we need to do is let us overachieving last season unbalance our project. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gallowgate Toon Posted August 21, 2023 Share Posted August 21, 2023 (edited) Dias played Watched it back. Intriguing game if a bit dull; however, City managed it expertly. Watching them form a back 5 on multiple occasions against us says it all about our progress. Terrific gameplan - Pep really is a master regardless of the talent at his disposal. We had some really decent half opportunities in both halves where a bit more composure could've seen us properly in. We picked up some great spots in those 'half spaces' but just struggled with touches/passes. Isak not being on it as an outlet was a problem as well but he was very well marshalled. City have a great mix of defenders who are physical but also technical. I still like Almiron but he does stick out in games like these. I'd be very surprised if, come the end of the season, Barnes isn't our starting LW with Gordon on the right. Edited August 21, 2023 by Gallowgate Toon Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erikse Posted August 21, 2023 Share Posted August 21, 2023 20 minutes ago, Maineblue said: I really hope you guys thrash the bin dippers this Sunday, however the denial in some posters on here, City had Stones, Dias, B Silva, KDB all out, we also played in sweltering Greece in a midweek cup final and we still controlled this game and you didn’t lay a glove on us. Can I say you’re game this Sunday is a big game for Eddie Howe without people getting on my back, for me he can’t afford another defeat against Liverpool like last season, when they schooled you at SJP. Man City starting lineup market value: €799m Newcastle starting lineup market value: €398m Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrRaspberryJam Posted August 21, 2023 Share Posted August 21, 2023 27 minutes ago, Maineblue said: I really hope you guys thrash the bin dippers this Sunday, however the denial in some posters on here, City had Stones, Dias, B Silva, KDB all out, we also played in sweltering Greece in a midweek cup final and we still controlled this game and you didn’t lay a glove on us. Can I say you’re game this Sunday is a big game for Eddie Howe without people getting on my back, for me he can’t afford another defeat against Liverpool like last season, when they schooled you at SJP. Who the fuck you talking to like that? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexf Posted August 21, 2023 Share Posted August 21, 2023 21 minutes ago, Maineblue said: I really hope you guys thrash the bin dippers this Sunday, however the denial in some posters on here, City had Stones, Dias, B Silva, KDB all out, we also played in sweltering Greece in a midweek cup final and we still controlled this game and you didn’t lay a glove on us. Can I say you’re game this Sunday is a big game for Eddie Howe without people getting on my back, for me he can’t afford another defeat against Liverpool like last season, when they schooled you at SJP. I don't usually respond to the obvious baiting by opposition fans on here but disappointingly you managed to hook me this morning. Dias played, did his best crying act twice to try and get Gordon sent off. Don't think anyone is in denial on here, seems agreed across the fanbase we didn't lay a glove and have a long way to go to compete against a pep team still on that showing. Finally, Liverpool far from schooled us, they had about 3 attacks from memory, scored 2 goals and got Pope sent off with an unfortunate error. We were clearly the more dominant team on the day even with 10 men and hit the crossbar twice and Wilson also missed from point blank range. Unfortunately it was right in the middle of a period where we struggling badly for goals and not converting chances. Dunno why every opposition fan eventually has to resort to stupid baiting on here to get reactions but congrats you got a bite from this morning so enjoy. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cronky Posted August 21, 2023 Share Posted August 21, 2023 23 minutes ago, Maineblue said: I really hope you guys thrash the bin dippers this Sunday, however the denial in some posters on here, City had Stones, Dias, B Silva, KDB all out, we also played in sweltering Greece in a midweek cup final and we still controlled this game and you didn’t lay a glove on us. Can I say you’re game this Sunday is a big game for Eddie Howe without people getting on my back, for me he can’t afford another defeat against Liverpool like last season, when they schooled you at SJP. Eddie has earned a lot of trust and regard from our supporters for the way he has handled the job. He took a team that looked like it was going to be relegated with about 20 points, out of the danger zone, up to mid-table, and then took the team to the Champions League, all within 20 months. We recruited well but in general not from the top end of the market, and it all represents a massive over-achievement on the resources available to him. The idea that getting defeated by Liverpool would trigger some sort of crisis for him is utter rubbish. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AyeDubbleYoo Posted August 21, 2023 Share Posted August 21, 2023 (edited) Man City fans on trying to tell us what Eddie Howe can and can't afford. Christ I'm all for a welcoming forum but please stop. Edited August 21, 2023 by AyeDubbleYoo Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kid Icarus Posted August 21, 2023 Share Posted August 21, 2023 That city's clubs aren't sending their brightest and best are they folks. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maineblue Posted August 21, 2023 Share Posted August 21, 2023 8 minutes ago, MrRaspberryJam said: Who the fuck you talking to like that? Are you ok, why so defensive? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrRaspberryJam Posted August 21, 2023 Share Posted August 21, 2023 Just now, Maineblue said: Are you ok, why so defensive? Just think you're acting like a high and mighty weasel. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dandy Man Posted August 21, 2023 Share Posted August 21, 2023 I'd have already sacked him after Saturday's defeat if it was up to me tbh Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erikse Posted August 21, 2023 Share Posted August 21, 2023 Another day of oppoising fans dreaming of us turning against Eddie Howe Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myleftboot Posted August 21, 2023 Share Posted August 21, 2023 I’d sell Callum Wilson as well while the windows still open. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myleftboot Posted August 21, 2023 Share Posted August 21, 2023 1 minute ago, Erikse said: Another day of oppoising fans dreaming of us turning against Eddie Howe You can tell the schools are off. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AyeDubbleYoo Posted August 21, 2023 Share Posted August 21, 2023 Personally I won't truly trust Eddie until he delivers our first treble. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Froggy Posted August 21, 2023 Share Posted August 21, 2023 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maineblue Posted August 21, 2023 Share Posted August 21, 2023 17 minutes ago, Ronson333 said: Why pressure on Howe? You won’t find anyone who actually supports our club saying that? Thought you were alright when you first popped up, beginning to look like a troll now. Not trolling mate, just saying the pressure is on Howe to get something from this fixture and everyone on here has either called me a troll, fuck off, let’s talk about how corrupt City is etc Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
madras Posted August 21, 2023 Share Posted August 21, 2023 Just now, Maineblue said: Not trolling mate, just saying the pressure is on Howe to get something from this fixture and everyone on here has either called me a troll, fuck off, let’s talk about how corrupt City is etc No more so than had we won at your place. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ponsaelius Posted August 21, 2023 Share Posted August 21, 2023 57 minutes ago, Maineblue said: I really hope you guys thrash the bin dippers this Sunday, however the denial in some posters on here, City had Stones, Dias, B Silva, KDB all out, we also played in sweltering Greece in a midweek cup final and we still controlled this game and you didn’t lay a glove on us. Can I say you’re game this Sunday is a big game for Eddie Howe without people getting on my back, for me he can’t afford another defeat against Liverpool like last season, when they schooled you at SJP. You obviously didn't watch the game otherwise you would have known that Dias played Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maineblue Posted August 21, 2023 Share Posted August 21, 2023 44 minutes ago, Manxst said: So….let’s discuss your bent and financially corrupt club… So defensive, all because I have the gall to say there is pressure on Howe in his next game. We have discussed City to death on here, we just have to wait until the outcome now. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maineblue Posted August 21, 2023 Share Posted August 21, 2023 3 minutes ago, ponsaelius said: You obviously didn't watch the game otherwise you would have known that Dias played Sorry I meant to say Ake Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beren Posted August 21, 2023 Share Posted August 21, 2023 I think maineblue's characterisation of the game is largely correct. They were down some big players, they didn't use (or have to use) any subs. No meaningful shots on goal. It felt a little bit like when Man Utd got beat 2-0 in the Champions League final by Barcelona where it was artificially close. But there's no pressure on Howe, or no imperative to get a result against Liverpool. That's just complete nonsense from a Citeh fan hoping we can make a more prominent title rival in Liverpool stumble We've gone from relegation zone to Champions League. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
54 Posted August 21, 2023 Share Posted August 21, 2023 1 minute ago, Froggy said: Does it feel weird knowing you're not the main antagonizer in this exchange? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrRaspberryJam Posted August 21, 2023 Share Posted August 21, 2023 5 minutes ago, Maineblue said: So defensive, all because I have the gall to say there is pressure on Howe in his next game. We have discussed City to death on here, we just have to wait until the outcome now. Says who? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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