World Cup 2018

[Orikoru]

Can't argue. Sterling has had umpteen matches and played poorly in the Euro 2016 tournament (not that many did well). I simply think he's not good enough in terms of being clinical at this level. Needs to many chances to score.

The stupid thing is, we're playing him as a second striker, when the absolute worst aspect of his game is shooting, so it doesn't make sense. The reason Gareth's done it because we're not playing a front three system so he can't play his usual role of right wing. But in that case, rather than crowbar him into the wrong position just because he had a good season for City, I think we'd be better off playing Rashford there - with Rashford it's actually the reverse - he was played out of position by Mourinho a lot of the time, but he seems to play much better for England in his favoured second striker role. I would 100% be giving Rashford the start against Panama anyway, for those reasons.

 

[Beezerk]

The stupid thing is, we're playing him as a second striker, when the absolute worst aspect of his game of shooting, so it doesn't make sense. The reason he's done it because we're not playing a front three system so he can't play his usually role of right wing. But in that case, rather than crowbar him into the wrong position just because he had a good season for City, I think we'd be better off playing Rashford there - with Rashford it's actually the reverse - he was played out of position by Mourinho a lot of the time, but he seems to play much better for England in his favoured second striker role. I would 100% be giving Rashford the start against Panama anyway, for those reasons.

Nail, head.

 

[Crazyface]

One more thing on King Kane, his performance was rated at 7.09 / 10. Which is about right.

 

[Crazyface]

The stupid thing is, we're playing him as a second striker, when the absolute worst aspect of his game is shooting, so it doesn't make sense. The reason Gareth's done it because we're not playing a front three system so he can't play his usual role of right wing. But in that case, rather than crowbar him into the wrong position just because he had a good season for City, I think we'd be better off playing Rashford there - with Rashford it's actually the reverse - he was played out of position by Mourinho a lot of the time, but he seems to play much better for England in his favoured second striker role. I would 100% be giving Rashford the start against Panama anyway, for those reasons.

I'd drop him altogether. I've never rated him.

 

[Kellfire]

7.09 and two goals. Definitely ship him home. Your point proved there, Crazyface. Without doubt. Yep.

 

[Crazyface]

Never said sent him home. Just saying BBC views rated him at 7.09. Basically did his job ok. But he's no Renta Tablinski.

 

[Orikoru]

Never said sent him home. Just saying BBC views rated him at 7.09. Basically did his job ok. But he's no Renta Tablinski.

I don't know why they even put that up. If you let regular people vote you'll have Arsenal fans all voting him 0, Liverpool fans all voting Henderson a 10 etc etc. It doesn't amount to much.

 

[clubchamp98]

The stupid thing is, we're playing him as a second striker, when the absolute worst aspect of his game is shooting, so it doesn't make sense. The reason Gareth's done it because we're not playing a front three system so he can't play his usual role of right wing. But in that case, rather than crowbar him into the wrong position just because he had a good season for City, I think we'd be better off playing Rashford there - with Rashford it's actually the reverse - he was played out of position by Mourinho a lot of the time, but he seems to play much better for England in his favoured second striker role. I would 100% be giving Rashford the start against Panama anyway, for those reasons.

very well summed up .
NOBODY should play out of position in the national side it’s happened for donkeys years .
Look at Walker that’s not how a centre back marks his man ( facing his own goal ) and he was stupid to do that.
Putting anyone in the team out of position when he has better options on the bench is not on, but he’s the boss.

Thought the prem refs were bad but some I have seen here make them look good.

 

[pbrown7582]

Loftus Cheek, I don't watch much footie, but he's supposed to be super duper isn't he? More like an Emily Hesky if you ask me. Charges forward with the ball and as long as he's not challenged, looks good. Couldn't beat an egg.

really??? who would of guessed that........

 

[pbrown7582]

He was fit for the world cup he played the full 90 mins and certainly didnt looked tired.

Unlike his team mates he wasnt running around like a headless chicken he chose his moments.
Egypt also play totally different to Liverpool,he didnt look as sharp as he has done during the season.
I think mentally he was worried about falling down on his shoulder thats normal,once he does it and feels no effects im sure the fear will go,albeit slowly.
Will be interesting to see if he plays in there last game.

tactical mistakes by Egypt allowed Russia to smoother any danger form King Mo before it started

 

[pbrown7582]

The stupid thing is, we're playing him as a second striker, when the absolute worst aspect of his game is shooting, so it doesn't make sense. The reason Gareth's done it because we're not playing a front three system so he can't play his usual role of right wing. But in that case, rather than crowbar him into the wrong position just because he had a good season for City, I think we'd be better off playing Rashford there - with Rashford it's actually the reverse - he was played out of position by Mourinho a lot of the time, but he seems to play much better for England in his favoured second striker role. I would 100% be giving Rashford the start against Panama anyway, for those reasons.

and when he did get a chance he was average at best poor on occasions. Decision making is still suspect at top level but hes young and will learn.

 

[Bunkermagnet]

He was fit for the world cup he played the full 90 mins and certainly didnt looked tired.

Unlike his team mates he wasnt running around like a headless chicken he chose his moments.
Egypt also play totally different to Liverpool,he didnt look as sharp as he has done during the season.
I think mentally he was worried about falling down on his shoulder thats normal,once he does it and feels no effects im sure the fear will go,albeit slowly.
Will be interesting to see if he plays in there last game.

I thought he looked like a player just getting over an injury who has done next to no training. His touch and commitment to the tackle weren’t there, which I fully understand.

 

[Deleted member 16999]

and when he did get a chance he was average at best poor on occasions. Decision making is still suspect at top level but hes young and will learn.

Just because you watch him week in, week out as a Utd fan you’re wrong! Us other teams fans watch MOTD and live games on Sky, we know better

 

[Dan2501]

Sterling > Rashford for me at the minute. I like Rashford as an impact sub where he can run at tired defenders. Sterling for me is better all around than Rashford right now. He's played the central false-nine role at City and has done well there, he's very good at coming deep to pick up the ball in space and then use his pace and his passing to create attacks. He can score goals as well, he proved that this season. I think we have to persist with him for now and I do think he'll come good. He's too talented not to for me.

 

[SwingsitlikeHogan]

I have no complaints about the England performance - a win - onwards and upwards to the final.

 

[Orikoru]

really??? who would of guessed that........

Yes, it has been abundantly clear for some time.

 

[Crazyface]

I don't know why they even put that up. If you let regular people vote you'll have Arsenal fans all voting him 0, Liverpool fans all voting Henderson a 10 etc etc. It doesn't amount to much.

Nah, it's England. The vote for the players as they see them. I think they've got it right barring the 6.93 for Trippier. A big fat 8 for me. Head and shoulders Englands best player.

 

[Orikoru]

Nah, it's England. The vote for the players as they see them. I think they've got it right barring the 6.93 for Trippier. A big fat 8 for me. Head and shoulders Englands best player.

Dier got a 5.05. Slightly harsh given he was on the pitch for about 90 seconds.

 

[Orikoru]

This is absolutely brilliant. Pretty much sums up Phil Neville.

https://twitter.com/Nozza_/status/1009132400188841984

 

[Pin-seeker]

really??? who would of guessed that........

😂😂😂