pezza Posted 6 December, 2014 Share Posted 6 December, 2014 I was expecting to see Jay Rod on the bench by now, whats happening hear? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Charlie Posted 6 December, 2014 Share Posted 6 December, 2014 I was expecting to see Jay Rod on the bench by now, whats happening hear? He had another minor op and is on track to be back roughly start of Feb. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VectisSaint Posted 6 December, 2014 Share Posted 6 December, 2014 I was expecting to see Jay Rod on the bench by now, whats happening hear? He was never going to be back before January. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VectisSaint Posted 6 December, 2014 Share Posted 6 December, 2014 This whole left sided/right sided nonsense didn't exist until the mid 2000s. Its not nonsense, why do you think that players can play equally well on either side? Claus and Killer played right and left respectively. Jose plays right centre, he would struggle on the left. Toby seems able to play either side but thats because he is just such a classy player, he can also play RB. Yoshi can play left back, bit never ever let him play right back, he is absolutely ****ing useless there. It takes a very special player to play either side of the centre back pairing (Toby is such a player). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaintPete Posted 6 December, 2014 Share Posted 6 December, 2014 I was expecting to see Jay Rod on the bench by now, whats happening hear? According to the Guardian match preview Rodriguez is due back in January. Also says Gallagher back on 13th December and Ward-Prose back on 21st December. Very specific. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roger Posted 6 December, 2014 Share Posted 6 December, 2014 He had another minor op and is on track to be back roughly start of Feb. Again worst case scenario. You really are just a nightmare. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Charlie Posted 7 December, 2014 Share Posted 7 December, 2014 Again worst case scenario. You really are just a nightmare. Koeman and Reed have both said it but don't let that get in the way. Most likely he will start playing for the first team roughly around start of Feb. Not sure what is nightmarish about saying that? FFS. http://m.basingstokegazette.co.uk/sport/11619623.Jay_Rodriguez____won___t_be_rushed____back_into_action_for_Saints/?ref=mr Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whelk Posted 7 December, 2014 Share Posted 7 December, 2014 Not a lot between the Basingstoke Gazette and the Mirror mind http://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/jay-rodriguez-aiming-january-return-4760058 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dalek2003 Posted 7 December, 2014 Share Posted 7 December, 2014 Koeman and Reed have both said it but don't let that get in the way. Most likely he will start playing for the first team roughly around start of Feb. Not sure what is nightmarish about saying that? FFS. http://m.basingstokegazette.co.uk/sport/11619623.Jay_Rodriguez____won___t_be_rushed____back_into_action_for_Saints/?ref=mr Sounds about right to me. You can't expect him to be fully up to speed until April. Let's hope he make a full recovery. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John McGrath's Jockstrap Posted 7 December, 2014 Share Posted 7 December, 2014 Have to focus on lack of quality midfield options for Monday. Personally I would put Targett in at LB and play Bertrand on LH side of midfield, then have Davis, Wanyama and Tadic in mid as well. Toby may/may not be fit, if not has to be Gardos in and not Yoshida given v.Persie high ball threat in the box (and his scoring record against Saints). For a change I would go back to a 442 line up with Long and Pelle up front. ManUre have a lot of defence injuries and an old stye 442 line up may just be the way to go for this one - let's face it we don't have many other options??. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coxford_lou Posted 7 December, 2014 Share Posted 7 December, 2014 Really looking forward to seeing Harry Reed get a run of games. Much as love our new team, there's nothing more exciting to see the academy boys flourishing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wiggles31 Posted 7 December, 2014 Share Posted 7 December, 2014 Really looking forward to seeing Harry Reed get a run of games. Much as love our new team, there's nothing more exciting to see the academy boys flourishing. Agreed with this. Reed must start alongside Victor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nta786 Posted 7 December, 2014 Share Posted 7 December, 2014 http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-2864169/Zlatan-Ibrahimovic-lifts-lid-sparked-feud-Louis-van-Gaal-Ronald-Koeman.html Ibrahimovic says a few words about the feud between van goal and Koeman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griffo Posted 7 December, 2014 Share Posted 7 December, 2014 Really can't see anything other than a convincing United win here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkish Posted 7 December, 2014 Share Posted 7 December, 2014 Really looking forward to seeing Harry Reed get a run of games. Much as love our new team, there's nothing more exciting to see the academy boys flourishing. You gonna try and get the Harry/Leslie Read song going Lou? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coxford_lou Posted 7 December, 2014 Share Posted 7 December, 2014 You gonna try and get the Harry/Leslie Read song going Lou? No, but if you start it, I'll sing along, Turks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goatboy Posted 7 December, 2014 Share Posted 7 December, 2014 No, but if you start it, I'll sing along, Turks. Must the men always lead CL? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coxford_lou Posted 7 December, 2014 Share Posted 7 December, 2014 Must the men always lead CL? Oh, I do like a man that takes charge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bucks Saint Posted 7 December, 2014 Share Posted 7 December, 2014 Must the men always lead CL? For now at least; there is no women's Champions League Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lickierambert Posted 7 December, 2014 Share Posted 7 December, 2014 Really can't see anything other than a convincing United win here. Same. I'm wondering how much I can afford to put on at the bookies as a sweetener Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leicestersaint Posted 7 December, 2014 Share Posted 7 December, 2014 Really can't see anything other than a convincing United win here. That's the spirit! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Fan CaM Posted 7 December, 2014 Share Posted 7 December, 2014 This really is a pivotal game in the season's fixtures. Retain any semblance of hope in the top 6 or fade away to mid-table - I see it really as decisive as that. The result will have a significant effect on the view of fans and media too IMO. Realistically - as always - it depends what team ManUre field and whoever it is, whether they want it enough. Their squad depth is far better than ours and RK does not seem convinced by Reed etc. If Schneiderlin is not back and we have to move Toby forward, we will lose (again) I fear - I'm a big believer in square pegs in square holes. Head 1-3...heart 1-1. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Window Cleaner Posted 7 December, 2014 Share Posted 7 December, 2014 This really is a pivotal game in the season's fixtures. Retain any semblance of hope in the top 6 or fade away to mid-table - I see it really as decisive as that. The result will have a significant effect on the view of fans and media too IMO. Realistically - as always - it depends what team ManUre field and whoever it is, whether they want it enough. Their squad depth is far better than ours and RK does not seem convinced by Reed etc. If Schneiderlin is not back and we have to move Toby forward, we will lose (again) I fear - I'm a big believer in square pegs in square holes. Head 1-3...heart 1-1. If we can't score Utd will eventually grind us down and win in the end, it's what the new look Van Gaal Utd does. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brett24 Posted 7 December, 2014 Share Posted 7 December, 2014 No prem away wins this weekend so one is due tomorrow I am afraid ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint_clark Posted 7 December, 2014 Share Posted 7 December, 2014 Oh, I do like a man that takes charge Get a room ffs, we don't need another keith/amy situation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint_Tony Posted 7 December, 2014 Share Posted 7 December, 2014 This really is our last opportunity to prove we can get results off of bigger sided. As mentioned above, the result will decide the rest of our season. I think we might scrape a draw, 1-1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cellone Posted 7 December, 2014 Share Posted 7 December, 2014 This really is our last opportunity to prove we can get results off of bigger sided. As mentioned above, the result will decide the rest of our season. I think we might scrape a draw, 1-1 If after tomorrow we only have lesser sides to play then we'll do alright! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S-Clarke Posted 7 December, 2014 Share Posted 7 December, 2014 This really is our last opportunity to prove we can get results off of bigger sided. As mentioned above, the result will decide the rest of our season. I think we might scrape a draw, 1-1 It's not though, is it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Faz Posted 7 December, 2014 Share Posted 7 December, 2014 I'm going for it Forster Clyne Fonte Yosh Bertrand Vic Davis Tadic Long Pelle Mane If I'm not going for it: Forster Clyne Fonte Yosh Bertrand Vic Gardos (to ****-up Felaini) Davis Tadic Pelle Long Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint_Tony Posted 7 December, 2014 Share Posted 7 December, 2014 It's not though, is it? I believe so. We always knew these three games would be our toughest test, I just think a negative result will knock the team's confidence and belief of whether we can mix it with the best. It will put massive pressure on the players to get a result against an improving Burnley side. A win would really put us back on track and send out a message to the other teams. What are your thoughts? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S-Clarke Posted 7 December, 2014 Share Posted 7 December, 2014 I believe so. We always knew these three games would be our toughest test, I just think a negative result will knock the team's confidence and belief of whether we can mix it with the best. It will put massive pressure on the players to get a result against an improving Burnley side. A win would really put us back on track and send out a message to the other teams. What are your thoughts? These 3 games mean very little in the grand scheme of things. Just 3 bonus games, no pressure on them really. We don't come across as the sort of side to get hung over on a defeat, so I wouldn't be worried about the forthcoming fixtures what so ever. If we pick ourselves up and win against the likes of Everton, WHU, Swansea, Burnley, Palace etc then we'll be in contention for where we want to be. I still think it's impressive we're even talking about a potential top 6 finish, but that shows how good our start has been. We'll most likely pull of a 'big' result somewhere along the lines this season, it's not like we've played them all all ready. And who knows, it may well be tomorrow. I won't lose any sleep if it isn't though, as I know we're well ahead of where we were expected to be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batman Posted 7 December, 2014 Share Posted 7 December, 2014 These 3 games mean very little in the grand scheme of things. Just 3 bonus games, no pressure on them really. We don't come across as the sort of side to get hung over on a defeat, so I wouldn't be worried about the forthcoming fixtures what so ever. If we pick ourselves up and win against the likes of Everton, WHU, Swansea, Burnley, Palace etc then we'll be in contention for where we want to be. I still think it's impressive we're even talking about a potential top 6 finish, but that shows how good our start has been. We'll most likely pull of a 'big' result somewhere along the lines this season, it's not like we've played them all all ready. And who knows, it may well be tomorrow. I won't lose any sleep if it isn't though, as I know we're well ahead of where we were expected to be. if that is the clubs attitude, we wont stay at the top 6 or so of the league for long Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint_Tony Posted 7 December, 2014 Share Posted 7 December, 2014 Exactly, we are not in a relegation battle. Assuming the target now is probably top 6, there are certainly no 'bonus' games. We need to be picking up points in a high percentage of games, that includes those against Man Utd, Arsenal and Man City. It's easy to say we're punching above our weight right now, but I'm sure the club's aims and objectives have changed since the summer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rasiak-9- Posted 7 December, 2014 Share Posted 7 December, 2014 Guys, just to clarify, are we CERTAIN that Toby's out? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dig Dig Posted 7 December, 2014 Share Posted 7 December, 2014 Guys, just to clarify, are we CERTAIN that Toby's out? I don't think it's certain Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dalek2003 Posted 7 December, 2014 Share Posted 7 December, 2014 Exactly, we are not in a relegation battle. Assuming the target now is probably top 6, there are certainly no 'bonus' games. We need to be picking up points in a high percentage of games, that includes those against Man Utd, Arsenal and Man City. It's easy to say we're punching above our weight right now, but I'm sure the club's aims and objectives have changed since the summer. Not yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint_Tony Posted 7 December, 2014 Share Posted 7 December, 2014 No youre right, safety is the aim. Les and Ralph have agreed on 40 points as a target Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dannysfc Posted 7 December, 2014 Share Posted 7 December, 2014 Was at the Arsenal game on Wednesday night and instead of coming away Happy with a Point I came away Heartbroken/Gutted/Annoying by getting F*** All as Forster was Amazing along with others & Marriner was S*** as well so going by the Arsenal game I want to say we've got a chance tomorrow but am going to go for either a 2-2 Draw or 2-1/3-1 United but we'l see....!!! COYR!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hypochondriac Posted 7 December, 2014 Share Posted 7 December, 2014 What channel are we on tomorrow? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Garrett Posted 7 December, 2014 Share Posted 7 December, 2014 What channel are we on tomorrow? SS1, MNF.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wiggles31 Posted 7 December, 2014 Share Posted 7 December, 2014 My team for tomorrow: Forster Clyne Fonte Yoshida Bertrand Wanyama Davis Reed Long Pelle Tadic Not really much alternatives in midfield. Will be disappointed if Reed is not given chance. Big chance for him to make his mark on the first team. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Garrett Posted 8 December, 2014 Share Posted 8 December, 2014 They have the best away support in the league - I hope our fans are up for a sing song tonight - could be a cracking atmosphere under the lights. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baird of the land Posted 8 December, 2014 Share Posted 8 December, 2014 My team for tomorrow: Forster Clyne Fonte Yoshida Bertrand Wanyama Davis Reed Long Pelle Tadic Not really much alternatives in midfield. Will be disappointed if Reed is not given chance. Big chance for him to make his mark on the first team. Yeah if we play Yoshida or Gardos in midfield i'll be extremely disappointed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batman Posted 8 December, 2014 Share Posted 8 December, 2014 any injury news? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S-Clarke Posted 8 December, 2014 Share Posted 8 December, 2014 any injury news? I miss THEVMAN (Obviously something to do with Lallana, but nm) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batman Posted 8 December, 2014 Share Posted 8 December, 2014 I miss THEVMAN (Obviously something to do with Lallana, but nm) He was lallana IMO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unbelievable Jeff Posted 8 December, 2014 Share Posted 8 December, 2014 Got £40 on a United win. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JackanorySFC Posted 8 December, 2014 Share Posted 8 December, 2014 They have the best away support in the league - I hope our fans are up for a sing song tonight - could be a cracking atmosphere under the lights. This. Expect a few renditions of their 12 days of Christmas song in particular... For variety and volume, their away support is unrivalled in England IMO. That said, it helps they win a lot on their travels! No doubt we'll respond with a few rousing renditions of gems like "we support our local team" (sung with gusto by people travelling up from Dorset) and "do you come from Manchester" (which the answer is invariably "yes" when it comes to their away support). Seriously I hope we are up for it tonight, night game under the floodlights against the Mancs should be a cracking atmosphere! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
badgerx16 Posted 8 December, 2014 Share Posted 8 December, 2014 Stupid woman sports presenter on BBC Breakfast reported that WHU have gone 3rd, but United can overtake them with a win tonight. No mention of Saints, who can do the same with just a draw. Blatant media love-in for the 'big' clubs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batman Posted 8 December, 2014 Share Posted 8 December, 2014 Their away support is immense. Like someone else said, helps that they win a great deal. But even so, arsenal and chelsea fans (on their travels) are not even close to the united away support Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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