so22saint Posted 22 September, 2017 Share Posted 22 September, 2017 I have genuinely just seen Boufal in the kebab shop in Weeke, north Winchester so I’ll be surprised if he’s involved tomorrow. His mate left with 2 pizzas and Boufal had some polystyrene cartons that normally hold kebab meat or chip specials :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Albert Posted 22 September, 2017 Share Posted 22 September, 2017 You know there is an edit button? I think that you have to pay a fiver for that particular feature. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cabrone Posted 22 September, 2017 Share Posted 22 September, 2017 We'll get rinsed 3-2 just like March. Lemina will boss it though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eurosaint Posted 22 September, 2017 Share Posted 22 September, 2017 I think as has been mentioned numerous times on here, going three at the back with wing backs is the only sensible way to play against them with the form they're in at the moment. Surrendering the possession war shouldn't have as much consequence if Fellaini is replacing Pogba as he is a far more limited player creatively. If they play Herrera though we might need to put more focus on winning the midfield battle possession wise as he is a lot more technical. Admittedly I would say most of us on here are more technical than old 'elbows first ask questions later', but I digress. Playing on the counter requires pace in the 10 role, or failing that, someone who is willing to play the ball quickly. That's why I would keep Davis in the side ahead of Tadic as he seems a lot more dynamic than Tadic at the moment. Tadic just seems to take an age to pick his pass, by which time the move has lost its momentum. In games where we are in control he is the better option as he has a touch more flair; but for a gritty, home team plays like the away team game like I expect this one will be, the Northern Irishman gets the nod for his tenacity. I'm torn as to whether to play Gabbiadini or Long up front. Gabbiadini has form against United, but Long will be better feeding off scraps and putting in more of a defensive shift. Also, as someone previously mentioned, getting under Matic's skin could be key and Long is great at that side of the game. Austin as a late sub would be a good option on the bench for this one. The last spot in the side is tricky. I don't think two up top is the answer as five at the back will already leave us shy of the ball without potentially being overrun in midfield, so a second attacking midfielder would be my pick. Do we play Boufal in the hope that he comes good on the big occasion? I feel that's asking for trouble as his tendency to get frustrated and his low defensive work rate aren't going to be offset by his potential creativity as he won't get much space or time on the ball in this type of match. That really leaves us considering two potential options. We can either stick with Redmond for his burst of pace and better dribbling, or go for JWP due to the fact that his set piece delivery, though over-hyped, is the best we have. With so many tall guys like Hoedt, Van Dijk and Lemina as well as good jumpers like Romeu, Long and Yoshida, we could get some joy from dead balls. As much as he was poor against Palace, though, I'd stick with Redmond. I just feel that they have such a big side physically that the gain from JWP's corners and free kicks isn't worth his lack of mobility in open play. Hopefully Redmond will raise his game like in the semi final legs last season and against City where he was a menace playing in a defensive formation. Lineup: --------------------Forster--------------------- -----Yoshida------Van Dijk------Hoedt-------- Cedric---------------------------------Bertrand -------------Lemina-----Romeu---------------- ------Davis-----------------------Redmond---- ---------------------Long----------------------- The strengths of this formation are obviously the solidity it can provide and that we can fit more of our best players into the team what with them all being defenders or holding midfielders. The fact that we can adjust to 5-3-2 easily if we're chasing the game and they're sat deep is useful too. The weaknesses of this formation are obviously that it's narrowness means a lot of pressure is on the wing backs to have a good game going forward and defensively. Hopefully Cedric and Bertrand are up to the task because if not we will have an even tougher game on our hands playing with this set up. There's also the risk of Long being too isolated if Redmond doesn't position himself correctly or Davis has a bad game. All in all though it's one of those games where any points will be a bonus as they're on fire. For me it's more about the performance and attitude of the players. Even if we lose, so long as we give them a tough match I'll go away pleased enough. I realise that someone has already taken the p!ss out of this post but I am quite impressed by your football knowledge and reasoning ! A 'like' from me ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the saint in winchester Posted 22 September, 2017 Share Posted 22 September, 2017 I have genuinely just seen Boufal in the kebab shop in Weeke, north Winchester so I’ll be surprised if he’s involved tomorrow. His mate left with 2 pizzas and Boufal had some polystyrene cartons that normally hold kebab meat or chip specials :-) Interesting. It does have good reviews online, that place. However, if all he had was the polystyrene cartons then he's going to have gut rot tomorrow, so I agree he's unlikely to be involved. Oh and by the way, Weeke is more West Winchester. Kingsworthy is north. I am in the south. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kingsbridge Saint Posted 23 September, 2017 Share Posted 23 September, 2017 Having read Pellegrinos comments in the Echo I am pretty sure it will be Southampton Nil. Again. But we will pass the ball nicely in triangles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whelk Posted 23 September, 2017 Share Posted 23 September, 2017 1-1 and loads of chances. VVD and Hoedt to snuff out Lukaku threat. And we”ll hear the Made of Stone Lukaku song. And they’ll be a decent atmosphere cos Utd always create it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whelk Posted 23 September, 2017 Share Posted 23 September, 2017 We'll get rinsed 3-2 just like March. Lemina will boss it though. March when? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pamplemousse Posted 23 September, 2017 Share Posted 23 September, 2017 March when? EFL Cup final Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trousers Posted 23 September, 2017 Share Posted 23 September, 2017 'Major incident" on the M3. Sounds like it might be closed for a while.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Fan CaM Posted 23 September, 2017 Share Posted 23 September, 2017 Would love to see something click finally for us, but can't see us taking anything away - Utd are just too good at the moment even with Pogba out. Even if we score they will get 3 or 4 for the win. Would be delighted with a draw to be honest. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
egg Posted 23 September, 2017 Share Posted 23 September, 2017 Bring back Long alongside Tad. 3-4-2-1 Nah, long up top making the space for tadic and gabbi in behind. Same 3, just used differently. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Cat Posted 23 September, 2017 Share Posted 23 September, 2017 M3 closed in both directions at Winchester, currently 3 hour hold up. Maybe a delayed kick off? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trousers Posted 23 September, 2017 Share Posted 23 September, 2017 ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Cat Posted 23 September, 2017 Share Posted 23 September, 2017 Nice to see that Stagecoach check their grammar before tweeting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toomer Posted 23 September, 2017 Share Posted 23 September, 2017 It won't effect most of the United fans as they come from Devon and Cornwall. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
for_heaven's_Saint Posted 23 September, 2017 Share Posted 23 September, 2017 Lemina is gonna boss it again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ericofarabia Posted 23 September, 2017 Share Posted 23 September, 2017 EFL Cup final Is was actually Feb 26 .... close but no cigar Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scotty Posted 23 September, 2017 Share Posted 23 September, 2017 Nice to see that Stagecoach check their grammar before tweeting. From the little I've seen on twitter I'd assumed that grammatical and spelling errors were compulsory. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davefoggy Posted 23 September, 2017 Share Posted 23 September, 2017 Surely this will be a delayed kick off? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hobbit73 Posted 23 September, 2017 Share Posted 23 September, 2017 I'd like to see this on Saturday, solid defence and midfield. Cedric and Bertrand with the width and more option up top with Long and Gabbiadini Sent from my SM-G930F using TapatalkI'm hoping to see something like this... Sent from my ONEPLUS A5000 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaintSeb Posted 23 September, 2017 Share Posted 23 September, 2017 I’m guessing you don’t have a day job? I'm a student. I had the morning off and felt like posting. I'm guessing you have insecurities which you compensate for? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doddisalegend Posted 23 September, 2017 Share Posted 23 September, 2017 I'm hoping to see something like this... Sent from my ONEPLUS A5000 using Tapatalk Unlikely seeing as MoPe has ruled out playing two up top. I except we will go with the same team and formation as we played against Palace, try to go toe to toe with United, and get humped like Everton. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tobes8 Posted 23 September, 2017 Share Posted 23 September, 2017 Surely this will be a delayed kick off? Better bloody not be.... saints fans hopefully made plans for a diversion and can arrive on time. Sod the Man U fans they can sit on the coach all bloody day for all I care. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedWillie Posted 23 September, 2017 Share Posted 23 September, 2017 Major problems on M3 junction 11-9 full closure on , nightmare Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Posted 23 September, 2017 Share Posted 23 September, 2017 Better bloody not be.... saints fans hopefully made plans for a diversion and can arrive on time. Sod the Man U fans they can sit on the coach all bloody day for all I care. I remember going to OT in 1999 and the same thing happened. Didn’t delay kick off and we arrived at half time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trousers Posted 23 September, 2017 Share Posted 23 September, 2017 Bomb disposal unit on the scene at M3 closure apparently Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bazza Posted 23 September, 2017 Share Posted 23 September, 2017 Hazardous substance on the M3, bomb disposal on the scene. This will have screwed a lot of fans over today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UpweySaint Posted 23 September, 2017 Share Posted 23 September, 2017 Unlikely seeing as MoPe has ruled out playing two up top. I except we will go with the same team and formation as we played against Palace, try to go toe to toe with United, and get humped like Everton. Unless it is set up as a 3-4-3 with a bit of fluidity? Not saying it would work particularly, for the record I honestly don't see us stopping Utd however we set up! All three of Gabbi, Long, and Tadic can manage wide or central though would not fancy seeing Tadic playing through the middle of the three unless as a 'false nine' or similar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ericofarabia Posted 23 September, 2017 Share Posted 23 September, 2017 Hazardous substance on the M3, bomb disposal on the scene. This will have screwed a lot of fans over today. That Smelly Trumpet Blowing Tramp had a slash on his way back to Petersfield? #Toxickhunt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Avenue_Saint Posted 23 September, 2017 Share Posted 23 September, 2017 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bad Wolf Posted 23 September, 2017 Share Posted 23 September, 2017 Any news on whether kick off is delayed? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Micky Posted 23 September, 2017 Share Posted 23 September, 2017 Not optimistic about this one. Would be delighted if we are last on MOTD tonight. Sent from my SM-T580 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Appy Posted 23 September, 2017 Share Posted 23 September, 2017 Unchanged. VVD and PEH on bench. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batman Posted 23 September, 2017 Share Posted 23 September, 2017 Saw Shane turn round and head back today and wondered why. Chaos! what are you on about? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InvictaSaint Posted 23 September, 2017 Share Posted 23 September, 2017 what are you on about? I imagine he's referring to the M3 closure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trousers Posted 23 September, 2017 Share Posted 23 September, 2017 ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Avenue_Saint Posted 23 September, 2017 Share Posted 23 September, 2017 Boufal injured? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batman Posted 23 September, 2017 Share Posted 23 September, 2017 no 3 at the back then Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batman Posted 23 September, 2017 Share Posted 23 September, 2017 Boufal injured? Dont think so, just crap Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trousers Posted 23 September, 2017 Share Posted 23 September, 2017 Boufal injured?Eating kebabs apparently Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danjosaint Posted 23 September, 2017 Share Posted 23 September, 2017 F****** Redmond again Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
niceandfriendly Posted 23 September, 2017 Share Posted 23 September, 2017 To not start VVD is gross negligence Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OttawaSaint Posted 23 September, 2017 Share Posted 23 September, 2017 To not start VVD is gross negligence And to stick with Redmond is just staggering. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danjosaint Posted 23 September, 2017 Share Posted 23 September, 2017 To not start VVD is gross negligence Especially against the pace and power of utd, I had glimmer of hope with the suggested wing backs , really not sure now, seems as people have said mope stuck in a 1 formation ruck regardless of opposition Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OttawaSaint Posted 23 September, 2017 Share Posted 23 September, 2017 We’re gonna get ****ing thumped today 0-4 if we're lucky. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batman Posted 23 September, 2017 Share Posted 23 September, 2017 Especially against the pace and power of utd, I had glimmer of hope with the suggested wing backs , really not sure now, seems as people have said mope stuck in a 1 formation ruck regardless of opposition suggested wing backs only appears to be a sainstweb thing. not sure people got into that, last time we used wing backs was two managers ago Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batman Posted 23 September, 2017 Share Posted 23 September, 2017 We’re gonna get ****ing thumped today 0-4 if we're lucky. sick and tired of this negative crap on here. change the tune Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint_Tony Posted 23 September, 2017 Share Posted 23 September, 2017 You've really got to wonder where the goals are coming from with that front three. If we can hold them for an hour we may just have a chance. Gonna go for a 1-0 Utd win. Sent from my SM-G920F using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
larry12 Posted 23 September, 2017 Share Posted 23 September, 2017 sick and tired of this negative crap on here. change the tune We will thrash rubbish UTD 14-0 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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