Saints 2-2 Ipswich - Match Thread

[Matthew Le God]

5 minutes ago, benjii said:

Azaz didn't play on the left v Bristol. 

He did until the subs of Scienza and Fellows in the 57th minute. For those first 57 mins Larin and Archer were central striker pairing, Matsuki right and Azaz on the left.

Then when Fellows and Scienza came on we switched to 4231 and Azaz moved to a number 10 role. 

[Sardonic Squirrels]

Apologise on behalf of any posts or registered members you've viewed from our own forums TWTD etc where they believe we'll finish the job later tonight and Southampton may as well award us the victory now.   Shows a lack of respect but some are just over zealous, others are misguided.     I can see the picture for what it is in that it's a tough trip and ask to another club side with hopes of automatic promotion themselves.    If we were to lose then I'll expect it, not pinning everything on one penultimate game and collecting the prize before it's due. That's indeed if we even make it. 

We've been aided by some dubious referee decisions in recent weeks that some of our fanbase won't readily admit to but I don't make the decisions or dictate who does what.    I really hope none of that occurs later tonight particularly in our favour as just want a clean fair game with the best team getting the right result through hard work and commitment.  

Either McKenna and the players really go for it and make it with the QPR game to spare or we play ineffective as we can or have and pin hopes on the final weekend that will put intense pressure on the players.    Going swimming in an hour or two the whole time game is underway as maybe it's better to focus on something other than the match itself.    When it's over and done with we can then pick out the relevant talking points of what occurred.     Yes I'm nervous but suppose we were to get promoted by end of season, 1 or 2 players aside we're not top level standard and weaker than the last promotion 2 years ago.     May the best team prevail from this for the right reasons and wish could be there.   Should be some atmosphere.  

[saint michael]

Saints win tonight to top a great run but not quite enough for automatic. Bristol game was the game I feel. Ipswich and millwall fight for last auto and we go up through playoffs 

[Crab Lungs]

They’re gonna kick Scienza and et al tonight 

[Dark Munster]

26 minutes ago, Matthew Le God said:

He did until the subs of Scienza and Fellows in the 57th minute. For those first 57 mins Larin and Archer were central striker pairing, Matsuki right and Azaz on the left.

Then when Fellows and Scienza came on we switched to 4231 and Azaz moved to a number 10 role. 

You're on top form today. You've out MLG-ed yourself! 😀

[James G]

I'm thinking both teams are going to be tired, there's probably going to be a few mistakes by both sides. I think if there's an early goal, it'll go daft like a 5-3 scoreline. If there's no early goal, it'll be 0-0 or 1-0. That's my guess. Looking forward to it though

[benjii]

36 minutes ago, Matthew Le God said:

He did until the subs of Scienza and Fellows in the 57th minute. For those first 57 mins Larin and Archer were central striker pairing, Matsuki right and Azaz on the left.

Then when Fellows and Scienza came on we switched to 4231 and Azaz moved to a number 10 role. 

Wrong.

[goodymatt]

 

[Saint NL]

 

Good team

[NewYorkSaint]

If the legs are there, and there's no crazy bad luck running in the universe today,  that team will crush them.

[goodymatt]

We’ve gone pretty strong - just Stephens, Downes and Matsuki away from our best 11.

[Sheaf Saint]

Romeu to come on and snap some ankles once we've got a decent lead then 😉

[egg]

It's Matsuki injured? We'll miss not having him to come off the bench. 

[Mr X]

Romeu on the bench? Think he's past it sadly tbh

who's long? Asuming not the Shane variety 😂

[BARCELONASAINT]

Just now, Mr X said:

Romeu on the bench? Think he's past it sadly tbh

who's long? Asuming not the Shane variety 😂

reserve keeper

[BARCELONASAINT]

Matsuki is a big loss imho, hope it's nothing serious

[RedArmy]

17 minutes ago, benjii said:

Wrong.

Is it? I seem to remember Azaz being wider than Archer for large parts of that first half. 

[hypochondriac]

Hopefully Stephens will be fit for the playoffs

 

[hypochondriac]

Just now, BARCELONASAINT said:

Matsuki is a big loss imho, hope it's nothing serious

We've seen some really good stepping up from players when others have been away. Time for Fellows to have a great game.

[Suhari]

No Stephens, no Matsuki.

Still a strong squad though.

Hope there's no City hangover.

COYRs.

 

[Turkish]

20 minutes ago, Saint NL said:

 

Good team

Surprised all 3 of Azaz, Fellows and Leo are starting thought 2 or 3 of them might be subs given Saturdays efforts. Good team though going for the win which is good to see. Win tonight and it keeps Saturday interesting. No pressure on us really it’s all on Ipswich to keep themselves in the driving seat or maybe even secure promotion 

Edited 3 hours ago by Turkish

[Turkish]

9 minutes ago, hypochondriac said:

Hopefully Stephens will be fit for the playoffs

 

Things you never thought you’d say 😂

[Maury Dyer]

I hope this isn't the start of the dream ending, and the slippery slope. Knowing how saints do things: and the memories of shit football and managers for years and years. I don't bet, but, bad bad feeling tonight.

please no.

[Zorba]

Would have started Stewart but happy enough with that. Two first half goals please. COYS!

[Dr. Kucho]

Thought Wellington would have started after his strong performance last Saturday.

COYR and hope the atmosphere is similar to the city game. The fans were amazing! 

[Turkish]

1 minute ago, Dr. Kucho said:

Thought Wellington would have started after his strong performance last Saturday.

COYR and hope the atmosphere is similar to the city game. The fans were amazing! 

 Nah Manning been class last few months his delivery perfect for Larin 

[Willo of Whiteley]

No Matsuki is a shame.

I reckon a 2-1 win, but it’ll be tight.

I just don’t want them to celebrate promotion at our place.

[Matthew Le God]

38 minutes ago, benjii said:

Wrong.

Nope, that is what happened 

[Football Special]

Some pace in that Ipswich team, will be dangerous on the break, we struggle with that sometimes 

[benjii]

1 minute ago, Matthew Le God said:

Nope, that is what happened 

No, no, no.

[Turkish]

2 minutes ago, Matthew Le God said:

Nope, that is what happened 

No it isn’t 

[LiberalCommunist]

1-1. Surely this will be a very typical 1-1.

But somethings telling it won't be. Something is telling me we put them to the sword after going one down. 

[Matthew Le God]

8 minutes ago, benjii said:

No, no, no.

Watch the game again and you'll see Azaz for the first hour was on the left in a 4222/442. The BBC also corrected themselves after having it wrong and have it like that on the match report. They originally had Azaz central but anyone watching could see that wasn't the case.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/live/c79j44e15rzt.app#Line-ups

When Scienza and Fellows came on at 57 minutes we switched to 4231. Scienza on left, Fellows on right and Azaz number 10 role.

Edited 2 hours ago by Matthew Le God

[benjii]

6 minutes ago, Matthew Le God said:

Watch the game again and you'll see Azaz for the first hour was on the left in a 4222/442. The BBC also corrected themselves after having it wrong and have it like that on the match report. They originally had Azaz central but anyone watching could see that wasn't the case.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/live/c79j44e15rzt.app#Line-ups

When Scienza and Fellows came on at 57 minutes we switched to 4231. Scienza on left, Fellows on right and Azaz number 10 role.

I'm sorry, but no. No, no, no.

[SNSUN]

Personally I think 2nd boils down to this:

Saints win tonight, Millwall finish 2nd.

Draw or Ipswich win and they finish 2nd.

Of course that's simplifying it and there are lots of permutations including a win for us still giving us a slim chance but in essence I think those results are what seals what. So Millwall fans will be Saints fans tonight. 

Strong line up though, interesting to see how much we have left in the tank after Saturday. 

[vectraman]

Tired teams, 1-1 draw. 
Hope i’m completely wrong and we win 4-1.

 

COYR!

[vectraman]

5 minutes ago, SNSUN said:

Personally I think 2nd boils down to this:

Saints win tonight, Millwall finish 2nd.

Draw or Ipswich win and they finish 2nd.

Of course that's simplifying it and there are lots of permutations including a win for us still giving us a slim chance but in essence I think those results are what seals what. So Millwall fans will be Saints fans tonight. 

Strong line up though, interesting to see how much we have left in the tank after Saturday. 

I think regardless of result tonight, Ipswich home to “on the beach” QPR will be an easy home win. For me Ipswich will finish second due to their superior goal difference over Millwall.  
 

 

[SNSUN]

2 minutes ago, vectraman said:

I think regardless of result tonight, Ipswich home to “on the beach” QPR will be an easy home win. For me Ipswich will finish second due to their superior goal difference over Millwall.  
 

 

Ah I hadn't spotted the GD being so superior. Maybe we win 20 nil then to even it out. 😝

[James G]

4 minutes ago, vectraman said:

I think regardless of result tonight, Ipswich home to “on the beach” QPR will be an easy home win. For me Ipswich will finish second due to their superior goal difference over Millwall.  
 

 

Not sure. Bristol City were an on the beach team. It seems like they become more dangerous 

[hypochondriac]

39 minutes ago, Turkish said:

Things you never thought you’d say 😂

Very true!

[JohnnyShearer2.0]

The water sprinklers are on again 🤨

[macca155]

Why are they doing this again, it was carnage last time

[Gloucester Saint]

25 minutes ago, benjii said:

I'm sorry, but no. No, no, no.

Did they try you make you go to rehab?

Or watch a game sitting next to MLG?

Edited 2 hours ago by Gloucester Saint

[obelisk]

Let's hope the long studs are in.

[ChristopheVAFC]

Hello everyone.

It’s a big match tonight. A chance to make a big splash if we win!

Enjoy the match, everyone!

COYR ! 🔥🔥❤️🤍

[Sheaf Saint]

3 minutes ago, macca155 said:

Why are they doing this again, it was carnage last time

April has seen exceptionally dry weather and the soil moisture deficit is high, making the ground rock hard. The use of the sprinklers will be to reduce the likelihood of injury as a result of that.

[Saint NL]

Wtf is Adam going on about the last game at St Mary's this season?

[Sheaf Saint]

Fans sounding nice and loud. Good stuff.

[obelisk]

Ipswich pressing high. Should be room for Saints to get in behind.

[bpsaint]

Just now, Saint NL said:

Wtf is Adam going on about the last game at St Mary's this season?

Let’s hope he’s right eh!!