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Guly was a complete liability today. Ball control poor - can't head the ball - bottles a 50/50 challenge that leads to their goal. Adkins is starting to worry me a bit - he surely should have subbed Guly for SDR to pack out the midfield after we went 0-1 up?! That would have been the best option to stiffle their play and provide a pacey outlet to hit them on the break. I'm getting a little sick and tired of all the tip tapping around the edge of the box too now - being too pretty is what's costing us games - SHOOT FFS! We REALLY need a new striker in January because Guly, Barnie and Connolly are not going to be enough to get us to the end of the season in the autos. Word is it's Sharp.

Sounds like the master plan is coming to fruition very nicely indeed.

Yes, providing that we strengthen certain positions in January. And when I say strengthen I mean buy in better than we've got because we need to bed those players in ready for the Prem. A striker, a left footed playmaker like Lallana, a pacey box-to-box CM in the mould of Chappers (Cork/Hammond/Morgan are too similar), and possibly a better keeper than Bart and Davis (but can't see that happening).

Most important player nowadays for us I think is Chaplow. His energy is sorely missing. And that's why De Ridder should get a start.

We need to start to prepare ourselves for our first home loss. Sorry about that. 1-2 Blackpool.

This.

You heard it here first.

I don't think the squad or management are choking. I do think that Adkins is having a problem chosing his best side though to cope with a style of play that suits an away match. I also suspect that Guly HAS to play regardless, if fit...a contractual thing or perhaps an edict from Cortese? I think we'll be acquiring some new talent in Janaury if we're still in the top three, otherwise perhaps not.

It's a great idea to be fair. (:

This really is a top bit of business. Let's face it, he has made that position his own and linked up brilliantly with Fonte. In Jan., we'll hopefully see the back of a couple of players that are not making the grade (e.g. Forte) - replacements I think should be a fast striker who can shoot from outside the area and a fast tricky winger who can play both sides but mainly provide cover/pressure for Lallana. Get those and we're looking very good for auto.

Superb result. Can hardly believe the football we're seeing - the skill and the tenacity. Chaplow - what a hero that guy is...ran everywhere on the pitch for the team. Captain material?

Boro are a good side - if Lallana is fit to play we could do 'em, otherwise I fear this could be our first loss at home.

I like that idea a lot.

This.

We entered a competition and OUR players played in it, albeit some were not 1st team starters. Everyone knew some 1st eleven players would be rested. We lost. Get over it - it happens sometimes.

I want us to hammer them emphatically to erase the memory of the last few games against them. A 1-0 win will suffice though.

Would be good to go through, but not at the cost of the league games and in that sense I will not be too bothered if we lose TBH. Depends on the team CP field, but I think we could lose 2-1.

Can I ask the same question again of Mike - what material is the flag made from and did it come with a fire certificate? If not, then it would appear that we will not be seeing that flag grace SMS at any time soon.

Yes, completely agree with this. I really like his enthusiasm and drive. Great versatile player for us and would walk into any other team in the division playing like he is at the moment.

Incredible result in one sense, but actually in another way I'm kind of expecting wins now. This team are really gelled - you can tell that there is excellent harmony throughout the squad. The only slight negative on this is De Ridder, who seems not to want to work for the team quite as much - don't get me wrong, I think he's a great player needing a start to boost his spirits - but he needs to track back more. Top of table with 5 points clear eh? Pimpley near relegation? It's all good at the moment and long may it continue. Adkins is nearing legend status and hats off to NC who is leading this club back from obscurity into the big time again. I reckon there'll be some money spent in January in preparation for the Prem push.

Mmm, can't see this being a low scoring game - I reckon 3-2 either way. On balance of probability I would have to say they will do us - possibly 2-4 even. Will be a great game though if the officials are up for it.

It doesn't add up. Unless there are specific laws applicable in Southampton I cannot believe H&S is a good enough reason not to get freakin' flag out at a game of footie! As long as it gets tucked up before the whistle goes there should be no problem unless it's made of canvas or similar, then the weight would be a problem I suppose. What exactly is it made of Mike?

Or is there??? (Cue scary Hammer movie music). (:

Blimey - WH 4-0 up against Blackpool!!!! Could be an interesting game next week!

Come on Saints!!! Lambo the legend!!!