Uncle Si wrote:The Bale injury will be tough to overcome Storts. And its too bad, such a massive player and important for the league.
I watched the game and agree with alot of your assessment. I struggle to grab a hold of what everton is a a whole. But i think yesterday they just took advantage of a Spurs team trying to find a pattern without their key player. Walker looks lost both defensively and in the attack. Seems a bit naive, but thats his youth as well. I think Holtby will come good, eventually.
Dempsey and Sigurrdson were both targets for Liverpool. I was devastated when we missed on Dempsey. But he has struggled this season, and I think much of it is learning to play on a team with higher expectations and in a system that doesnt go through him. What youre describing about him is not necessarily indicative of who he is as a player. Hes got an excellent first touch, is a deadly accurate shooter and scores very meaningful goals.... with Fulham and the US. Not sure why he has struggled for Spurs, but he's probably a bit lost with the likes of Bale, lennon, Defoe and Adebayor running around. Remember, hes never played with that kind of talent.
Tying Everton at home isnt a bad result. that was a massive goal in the end for 4 teams (Everton, Spurs, Pool and Arsenal). But Spurs have the toughest run in on paper. Getting 4th, or even maintaining 5th, may be difficult if Bale doesnt see the field by season's end
Storts wrote:Uncle Si wrote:The Bale injury will be tough to overcome Storts. And its too bad, such a massive player and important for the league.
I watched the game and agree with alot of your assessment. I struggle to grab a hold of what everton is a a whole. But i think yesterday they just took advantage of a Spurs team trying to find a pattern without their key player. Walker looks lost both defensively and in the attack. Seems a bit naive, but thats his youth as well. I think Holtby will come good, eventually.
Dempsey and Sigurrdson were both targets for Liverpool. I was devastated when we missed on Dempsey. But he has struggled this season, and I think much of it is learning to play on a team with higher expectations and in a system that doesnt go through him. What youre describing about him is not necessarily indicative of who he is as a player. Hes got an excellent first touch, is a deadly accurate shooter and scores very meaningful goals.... with Fulham and the US. Not sure why he has struggled for Spurs, but he's probably a bit lost with the likes of Bale, lennon, Defoe and Adebayor running around. Remember, hes never played with that kind of talent.
Tying Everton at home isnt a bad result. that was a massive goal in the end for 4 teams (Everton, Spurs, Pool and Arsenal). But Spurs have the toughest run in on paper. Getting 4th, or even maintaining 5th, may be difficult if Bale doesnt see the field by season's end
Definitely, we were always going to struggle without him, which was why it was nice to see us at least looking like a half decent team without him but obviously we need him back badly for the run in.
Agreed, it was a typical Everton performance, they latched onto our weaknesses on the day and made it count when they had the chances. Walker has been poor this season, he doesn't naturally take people on offensively and defensively he's very poor positionally. Then again, your boy Johnson was like that when he was younger but has improved immensely with experience so hopefully Walker will go the same way.
Yeah you're probably right on Dempsey, I was maybe a bit harsh on him, but it seems he stands out more as a big fish in a small pond and struggles when he's just another player. To be fair to him, he's scored some important goals this season and he has proven he can nick a scrappy goal when we need it, but he definitely needs to have a break out game where he performs exceptionally.
You're right, we couldn't afford to lose that game, the equaliser was vital, but we need Bale and Lennon back asap. I personally think Chelsea are the team we are fighting it out with as they have a tricky run in too. Arsenal will be 3rd imo
Uncle Si wrote:Its good to see the gloating Gatehawk return to the board. how lovely
Gatehawk wrote:Uncle Si wrote:Its good to see the gloating Gatehawk return to the board. how lovely
Wasn't gloating, just pointing out the obvious.
Gatehawk wrote:Okay, which game are you saying Arsenal will lose, and which one are they drawing. Cause the way they've been playing lately, not winning all three is a disappointment.
Uncle Si wrote:I just turned off the Liverpool game in the 73rd... can watch it anymore. Just frustrating as all hell
Gatehawk wrote:Uncle Si wrote:I just turned off the Liverpool game in the 73rd... can watch it anymore. Just frustrating as all hell
Seems like they forgot how to score goals today.
Uncle Si wrote:Gatehawk wrote:Uncle Si wrote:I just turned off the Liverpool game in the 73rd... can watch it anymore. Just frustrating as all hell
Seems like they forgot how to score goals today.
p--- off
Gatehawk wrote:
What? I'm agreeing with you. Can't fault Reading though, they played good.
InSuarezWeTrust wrote:Liverpool can put the fire to Everton's feet for Europa league with 3 points tomorrow. Easier said than done of course.
InSuarezWeTrust wrote:You're surprised that the FA doesn't act rationally or use critical thinking? Come on.....
Which is the exact reason the FA is going to try and give Suarez a 15 game suspension tomorrow. Ridiculous.
Gatehawk wrote:InSuarezWeTrust wrote:You're surprised that the FA doesn't act rationally or use critical thinking? Come on.....
Which is the exact reason the FA is going to try and give Suarez a 15 game suspension tomorrow. Ridiculous.
I'm not surprised, hell look at who Arsenal plays next and you'll see a strange coincidence.
Uncle Si wrote:no strange coincidence in Walcott being offside but getting the goal nonetheless
Gatehawk wrote:Uncle Si wrote:no strange coincidence in Walcott being offside but getting the goal nonetheless
I was actually surprised they didn't call him for that. He was a step off and it cost Man U their chance at the points record.
Uncle Si wrote:Gatehawk wrote:Uncle Si wrote:no strange coincidence in Walcott being offside but getting the goal nonetheless
I was actually surprised they didn't call him for that. He was a step off and it cost Man U their chance at the points record.
they had plenty of other chances to win that game. one of those strange games where on team controls play while the other creates the better chances
TwilightError wrote:The fight for the last champions leage spots is furious. As a Chelsea supporter, I'm a bit worried about having the toughest schedule ahead. Atleast we have a game in hand against Arsenal. It is vital if Chelsea wishes to land Mourinho. Although, if Alex Ferguson retires, Mou will probably go to ManU.
Gatehawk wrote:TwilightError wrote:The fight for the last champions leage spots is furious. As a Chelsea supporter, I'm a bit worried about having the toughest schedule ahead. Atleast we have a game in hand against Arsenal. It is vital if Chelsea wishes to land Mourinho. Although, if Alex Ferguson retires, Mou will probably go to ManU.
You mean the good news for Chelsea is that they have a game in hand whereas Arsenal do not, the bad news is, that game in hand is against the other club fighting for a top 4 finish. I'd prefer Chelsea and Spurs draw that match.
InSuarezWeTrust wrote:Liverpool faithful that frequent this thread: What do you make of Rodgers telling reporters qualification to europe through the "fair play" rule will be rejected? Does that mean if we get it the traditional 6th place way, we will accept it?
Seems like a real misstep here.
Uncle Si wrote:Gatehawk wrote:TwilightError wrote:The fight for the last champions leage spots is furious. As a Chelsea supporter, I'm a bit worried about having the toughest schedule ahead. Atleast we have a game in hand against Arsenal. It is vital if Chelsea wishes to land Mourinho. Although, if Alex Ferguson retires, Mou will probably go to ManU.
You mean the good news for Chelsea is that they have a game in hand whereas Arsenal do not, the bad news is, that game in hand is against the other club fighting for a top 4 finish. I'd prefer Chelsea and Spurs draw that match.
I'd prefer the lot of you catch the clap and spend the summer scratching little bugs off your balls....
welcome to the board TwilightError
Gatehawk wrote:You mean the good news for Chelsea is that they have a game in hand whereas Arsenal do not, the bad news is, that game in hand is against the other club fighting for a top 4 finish. I'd prefer Chelsea and Spurs draw that match.
Uncle Si wrote:welcome to the board TwilightError
Gatehawk wrote:Uncle Si wrote:Gatehawk wrote:
where the hell did that come from? I wasn't even talking about Liverpool either.
TwilightError wrote:Gatehawk wrote:You mean the good news for Chelsea is that they have a game in hand whereas Arsenal do not, the bad news is, that game in hand is against the other club fighting for a top 4 finish. I'd prefer Chelsea and Spurs draw that match.
The game in hand is against Spurs, which is a tough one but also there is a game against ManU.. I don't mind dropping out of the Champions League since we just won it last year but it will be harder to get the best available coach without a CL spot in hand.Uncle Si wrote:welcome to the board TwilightError
Thanks.
Uncle Si wrote:Twilight.... Chelsea needs that CL spot more than Arsenal or Spurs. Have to figure Rafa is out and they need a strong replacement.
Hawkspur wrote:The Spurs Chelsea game is huge. If Spurs don't win I doubt we'll make the Champions League.
TwilightError wrote:Uncle Si wrote:Twilight.... Chelsea needs that CL spot more than Arsenal or Spurs. Have to figure Rafa is out and they need a strong replacement.
That was my point.Hawkspur wrote:The Spurs Chelsea game is huge. If Spurs don't win I doubt we'll make the Champions League.
I agree. Its basically same for Chelsea except that a tie would be alright. A victory would make it almost certain. Loss makes it very difficult.
Btw. Its nice to see there's PL people on the board! Even though you guys support the wrong teams
Smurf wrote:TwilightError wrote:Uncle Si wrote:Twilight.... Chelsea needs that CL spot more than Arsenal or Spurs. Have to figure Rafa is out and they need a strong replacement.
That was my point.Hawkspur wrote:The Spurs Chelsea game is huge. If Spurs don't win I doubt we'll make the Champions League.
I agree. Its basically same for Chelsea except that a tie would be alright. A victory would make it almost certain. Loss makes it very difficult.
Btw. Its nice to see there's PL people on the board! Even though you guys support the wrong teams
Sorry, I've been basking in winning the league for the 20th time...What were we talking about?
Uncle Si wrote:your 1 win Sounders team
Smurf wrote:Uncle Si wrote:your 1 win Sounders team
We've only played 5 games.
We have 4 games in hand over first in the west right now, and play 3 games in 7 days. We pick up all 9 points and we are sitting on 16 points. That should move us into a playoff spot...
Also, its super early in the season. I'm not that worried about it. We'll be there when it matters most.
peachesenregalia wrote:Smurf wrote:Uncle Si wrote:your 1 win Sounders team
We've only played 5 games.
We have 4 games in hand over first in the west right now, and play 3 games in 7 days. We pick up all 9 points and we are sitting on 16 points. That should move us into a playoff spot...
Also, its super early in the season. I'm not that worried about it. We'll be there when it matters most.
Yep. Just like all those other seasons when the Sounders were so great in the playoffs.
Wait...
Smurf wrote:Uncle Si wrote:your 1 win Sounders team
We've only played 5 games.
We have 4 games in hand over first in the west right now, and play 3 games in 7 days. We pick up all 9 points and we are sitting on 16 points. That should move us into a playoff spot...
Also, its super early in the season. I'm not that worried about it. We'll be there when it matters most.
Hawkspur wrote:The Spurs Chelsea game is huge. If Spurs don't win I doubt we'll make the Champions League.
Uncle Si wrote:Smurf wrote:Uncle Si wrote:your 1 win Sounders team
We've only played 5 games.
We have 4 games in hand over first in the west right now, and play 3 games in 7 days. We pick up all 9 points and we are sitting on 16 points. That should move us into a playoff spot...
Also, its super early in the season. I'm not that worried about it. We'll be there when it matters most.
if you're not worried you're not paying attention
Uncle Si wrote:What "important" distinctions am I missing? you said you arent worried, that its early, you trust the team and coach. now youre saying youre not THAT worried.
Its an EPL thread but I brought the Sounders into it so here goes: They lack cohesiveness through the midfield and in the attack. they lack creativity in creating chances, and are struggling to finish the few they get. They lack tactical acumen in the back, and are naive in trying to press forward. their coach has done nothing to change this over the last 2+years. Sigi has yet to show he is capable of adjusting his system to the changes of the league or the philosophy of his opponent. He hoped Montero would bail the Sounders out at big moments, which he failed to do in the playoffs for 2 consecutive (or is it 3 now) years. Now Montero is gone and the team hasnt figured out a way to score without him. To make it worse, they now cant defend consistently for 90 minutes.
Yes, they are in trouble. Yes as a Sounders fan who is a bit more objective I see major issues.
If I missed an "important" distinction here its because you didnt offer any. I'll meet you in the Sounders thread. big game tomorrow. they need 3 points
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