Saint Garrett

Haven’t read all messages on here, as Cba, but agree with most of those that I have. Poor performance, set up by an odd starting formation. Going 1 up front against Watford was a bit criminal. Think probably 3 players come out of that game with any credit, and that’s KWP, Adams and Redmond when he came on. apart from that, dreadful. A few unsure moments from Fraser, all over the place at the back, full backs got shut off, Romeu and JWP got outplayed, Armstrong and Elyounoussi - lost count the amount of times those two gave it away today, Smallbone had a poor game. Dreadful to come out of those last 3 games with no points. Need a reaction next week to keep our season interesting, or we might just limp to safety. Some tough games coming up…felt like we were on the beach this week.

Agreed. Broja needs dropping. Was miles off it last night.

Given how easy it is to get in the home end at St Mary's, there would almost certainly be Chelsea fans there, whether there is an away end or not. Personally I think the league and government will find a way around it, and they'll work out a way of selling tickets, and spending money, without it going to RA.

I think Bruno looked absolutely class last night, you can tell he was a different level to the rest of their cloggers. I think by the end of next season, he could be a real star in this league.

Heard Broja has been training on his own this week too, along with Sali and Elyounoussi. Be interesting to see if any of them start tonight. Think Salisu will start if possible but wouldn’t be surprised if Broja and Elyounoussi aren’t in the first XI

Sali wouldn't surprise me, given he's class, got 2 years on his contract, and will only get better. Bednarek would do a decent job for those teams, especially in a slower league.

I'm sure that if we manage to sell the stadium out, they might stick those extra tickets on sale to saints fans. But given we couldn't sell out against West Ham and this is on TV, it's understandable.

I think also, you have to give credit to Howe, as he's learnt from his mistakes and he's improved. He clearly did a great job at Bompey, as a rubbish manager doesn't get them from L2 to the premier league. However, the last few years, they got a lot wrong. Buying the wrong players for a lot of money, and not focusing on the defence. There is also probably the impact of coaches too. They've focussed on being solid, and they know they have players that can cause other teams problems, i.e. Saint Maximin. Will be a very tough game, they are the form team in the league, and haven't lost for 8 games. We will need to be at our best to beat them. I hope we get a reaction after a very poor performance at the weekend, but a lot of that will probably depend on whether Salisu and Elyounoussi are fit, which atm, looks unlikely. I really hope we beat this lot, as cancelling their game with us because they had a few injuries was a disgrace, but then again, the system allowed that nonsense to happen. Anyway, onwards and upwards, I think they'll be goals. 3-2 Saints. Forster; Tino Bednarek Salisu KWP; Romeu JWP; Armstrong Elyounoussi; Adams Broja. Assuming Sali and Moi aren't fit, probably Stephens and Redmond to come in. I assume there must be a presser tomorrow in prep for this. Would be nice to have Tella back as an option too.

Gone are those days !!!

Annoying but not surprising that the big 3 sides avoided each other. Might have to beat all 3 to win the trophy…🙄 would have much rather played Huddersfield and then Everton to get to the final! Still, they haven’t beaten us this season, we’re playing well, and hopefully we’ll put out our best side. Should be a cracking atmosphere…Game on…

Is that true!? Seems to happen so much and you never hear they get banned. The guys last night expected cheers and applause from the fans and they just got about 5000 wanker signs

Seriously, what is the point. Happened too many times this season, no idea where those guys came from last night, but got a load of abuse as they were dragged out down the kingsland. Not sure what the club can do to stop it without bringing in a load more stewards.

Next round is slightly different I would think, as it's a weekend and it's just before an international break. Would expect us to rotate fewer players, but with 5 subs I still expect us to rotate.

Never thought he'd make a competent defensive player, but no doubt he's turned into a decent CB. Always thought he'd end up as either a RWB or RM/RW. Clearly having to go forward and defend is too much for him to deal with, so when he only has to focus on defending he's been very impressive. Another player that Ralph has made infinitely better....

Will be tough, they are a team full of decent players, but if we play well, we have a great chance. The benefit of resting a load last night is that we should be back to full strength at the weekend. Ralph mentioned last night that Salisu has a small issue, but hopefully he's back at the weekend. Only decision is the full backs for me. Happy with any combination 2 of the 3. Personally would go KWP / Perraud, but think Tino will start. Forster KWP Bednarek Salisu Perraud Armstrong Romeu JWP Elyounoussi Adams Broja

So, he’s confirmed hes selling…

If we want to win the game, we'll stick out our best side. I wouldn't mind the odd change, i.e. Willy for Forster, Stephens for Bednarek, Perraud for Tino, Redmond for Armstrong if Stuey is struggling with 3 games in a week. but I will be pissed off if we start with Long, Walcott, Valery, Armstrong, etc. I understand we need to rotate a few, but they are a very good side with better depth than us. If we rotate too much they'll win, and it will be a rubbish evening.

Would go with our strongest team possible, which is probably the same team injuries depending. Perraud, Stephens possibly, Broja caused them all sorts of problems at their place so hopefully he can have a good game.

West Ham have sold out now, plenty in the home end too supposedly

Thought it was replays from this round onwards?

Won't be an easy game, but if we play well then we will win. We owe them one, after than car crash of a performance at their place. Armstrong and Elyounoussi to cause them all sorts of problems breaking from midfield. Would be nice to give someone a good tonking, but no doubt, if the team get complacent, they could nick a win. Get the job done boys.

Was sung quite a few times at Spurs and Utd, but not sure people know all the words yet...

It is annoying, I have the same issue when I want to bring a mate with me, I always have to call the TO.

Isn't it basically because they have a bye this round as they play Boreham Wood at home?