The Footie Thread

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The last few pages of this thread.

 

[clubchamp98]

i might drop pope from that list ???

At least Pickford hasn’t done anything wrong to lose the shirt.
For an international keeper that was very poor.

 

[Piece]

A fine 10 mins doesn't cover up the crap months before that.

 

[Deleted member 1740]

Some of us just see things better than others.
Even from our sofas
Don’t forget Stu I’ve played the game?

You dont need to have played the game to understand playing a Right midfielder in his best position and not at left wingback ?

I see nothing got past James again??

 

[pokerjoke]

You dont need to have played the game to understand playing a Right midfielder in his best position and not at left wingback ?

I see nothing got past James again??

I know the best right back in the world not even in the squad lmao

 

[Tashyboy]

You dont need to have played the game to understand playing a Right midfielder in his best position and not at left wingback ?

I see nothing got past James again??

i understand that the golden waistcoat may have a system in mind. If he does, why does he insist on putting square pegs in round holes. I feel the last few games have been all about trying to save face and not build a system that we can carry into the World Cup. I honestly do not have a clue what system we are trying to play.

 

[Swingalot]

A brave leader looks at that game and sees that Southgate has to go.

 

[Bunkermagnet]

It’s strange how other National coaches tell their 0layers if they arent playing regularly they aren’t considered, but the English manager tells his mates not to worry, they’re in.
Whar does that say to younger or fringe players? Don’t bother with England, unless your face fits you won’t get in no matter how good you are?

 

[Deleted member 1740]

I know the best right back in the world not even in the squad lmao

And that sums up Southgate as a manager.

 

[PJ87]

i understand that the golden waistcoat may have a system in mind. If he does, why does he insist on putting square pegs in round holes. I feel the last few games have been all about trying to save face and not build a system that we can carry into the World Cup. I honestly do not have a clue what system we are trying to play.

What I don't get is TAA is rightly called out for being great going forward but bang average defending. However we then set up in a system with 3 Cbs that would completely suit him !

Now however isn't the time to change managers

Regardless if he wins to world cup I think it's time to change post quatar to give the new manager maximum time before the next tournament

 

[Deleted member 1740]

i understand that the golden waistcoat may have a system in mind. If he does, why does he insist on putting square pegs in round holes. I feel the last few games have been all about trying to save face and not build a system that we can carry into the World Cup. I honestly do not have a clue what system we are trying to play.

IMHO he does this because he has a lack of tactical nous and hes out of his depth as an international manager.

If he was sacked tomorrow, i cant think of any PL Club who would want to employ him.

 

[Deleted member 1740]

What I don't get is TAA is rightly called out for being great going forward but bang average defending. However we then set up in a system with 3 Cbs that would completely suit him !

Now however isn't the time to change managers

Regardless if he wins to world cup I think it's time to change post quatar to give the new manager maximum time before the next tournament

He's not bang average. He may be lacking a bit of form etc but to suggest he is bang average is laughable.

That said you are entitled to you opinion however crazy it may be?

 

[PJ87]

He's not bang average. He may be lacking a bit of form etc but to suggest he is bang average is laughable.

That said you are entitled to you opinion however crazy it may be?

Is it form defensively or a weakness that's been highlighted? It's been going on for seasons where he is fantastic going forward but defensively gaps are left by him.

As I said 3 at back negates that but yet we don't play him

 

[Deleted member 1740]

Is it form defensively or a weakness that's been highlighted? It's been going on for seasons where he is fantastic going forward but defensively gaps are left by him.

As I said 3 at back negates that but yet we don't play him

His stats prove otherwise.

He's made 2 errors leading to goals this season, Maguire made 2 in 30 minutes??

There's a myth being floated about he cant defend etc and its lazy but if you actually watch him and see the positions he takes up for Liverpool you will see.

When hes high up the pitch and we lose possession it looks worse. Its how Klopp wants him to play.

He's in this Liverpool side to be creative and attacking first and foremost, its the style of football. It may suit some, others not so much.

That said, i accept he should at times do better but to suggest he's a bang average defender is silly.

 

[Deleted member 1740]

Danny Mills on Talksport proving just because you've played the game it doesnt automatically prove you know the game.??

 

[PJ87]

Danny Mills on Talksport proving just because you've played the game it doesnt automatically prove you know the game.??

Could say same about going to watch the games ?

 

[SwingsitlikeHogan]

Watched some of the game and tbh didn’t think the teams were that great…yes I know…that coming from a Scot…let’s see how my boys suffer this evening.

 

[Slime]

Danny Mills on Talksport proving just because you've played the game it doesnt automatically prove you know the game.??

That could apply to many on here!

 

[AmandaJR]

At least I won't have high expectations at the World Cup. Nor will I be putting a wallchart up!

 

[Bdill93]

His stats prove otherwise.

He's made 2 errors leading to goals this season, Maguire made 2 in 30 minutes??

There's a myth being floated about he cant defend etc and its lazy but if you actually watch him and see the positions he takes up for Liverpool you will see.

When hes high up the pitch and we lose possession it looks worse. Its how Klopp wants him to play.

He's in this Liverpool side to be creative and attacking first and foremost, its the style of football. It may suit some, others not so much.

That said, i accept he should at times do better but to suggest he's a bang average defender is silly.

This morning I've clearly chosen violence as I'm sending a link from the Sun to a Liverpool fan - But the stats are there to see.

https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/18066115/liverpool-trent-alexander-arnold-england-defensive-stats/

He's a bad defender. If you want him in the England side (which I also do) he needs to change position.

He's also had no assists yet so far this season so overall just in a bad run of form generally I think.