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Post by channonite on Sept 15, 2020 8:33:24 GMT
So, the games are coming thick and fast now, with the compressed season. Next up is the Cup game against the 'almost a Premier League team', Brentford. They came so close to promotion via the play-offs, but it wasn't to be. although we haven't played them since our League One days, they are still a decent side and not to be underestimated. The match is at St.Mary's, but without crowds, does that make any difference at all these days?
Can't say that I have any idea who Ralph Hasenhüttl will put out, but I expect some changes at least. Maybe Forster will get a start at least.
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Post by saintsfan73 on Sept 15, 2020 8:48:56 GMT
The old potential banana skin. Our squad is pretty thin so I would like key players like Ings to be rested. Maybe something like: Forster Valery Vestergaard Bednarnek Vokins Smallbone Romeu JWP (ARE THESE THE ONLY FIT SENIOR TEAM MIDFIELDERS WE HAVE?  ?) Djenepo O'bafemi Long Subs: People we've never heard of n/b. You can watch this game on-line through the FL web site for the princly sum of a tenner. Think I'll give that one a miss... If you're that way inclined, here's the link: carabaocup.live/ |
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Post by jickster on Sept 15, 2020 9:10:54 GMT
Well, I listened to the latest Total Saints Podcast (thanks Mandochris) and they seem to think it'll be a near first choice team with only a couple of changes. I must say I am more inclined towards SF73's version above, both in what I want and what I expect. Could Salisu play too? Brentford were close to promotion but have lost Watkins now, I think they will be weaker although these are the kind of games where Saints normally seem very uninspired. Perhaps a 1-0 win or it'll go to penalties or something? |
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Post by saintsfan73 on Sept 15, 2020 9:17:25 GMT
Well, I listened to the latest Total Saints Podcast (thanks Mandochris) and they seem to think it'll be a near first choice team with only a couple of changes. I must say I am more inclined towards SF73's version above, both in what I want and what I expect. Could Salisu play too? Brentford were close to promotion but have lost Watkins now, I think they will be weaker although these are the kind of games where Saints normally seem very uninspired. Perhaps a 1-0 win or it'll go to penalties or something? Salisu was injured at the end of last season and is nowhere near match fit. Ralph says October is the earliest we may see him.... |
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Post by earlscourtsaint on Sept 15, 2020 9:57:24 GMT
Our first team needs a confidence/enthusiasm/energy boost, so not too many changes for me;
Forster
Walker-Peters
Bednarek
Vestergaard
Vokins
JWP
Djenepo
Romeo
Tella
Adams
Ings
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Post by Sir B3na1i on Sept 16, 2020 6:46:18 GMT
If we want to win, and we should the cups are Saints only chance of glory and we should be OK to stay up, we should be playing our strongest available side
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Post by Furry Frank The Combat Wombat on Sept 16, 2020 8:38:42 GMT
If we want to win, and we should the cups are Saints only chance of glory and we should be OK to stay up, we should be playing our strongest available side Agree, and Ralph's hinted it'll be pretty much the first team. However, I'd definitely rest a couple of key players, just in case and give lurch a go in goal. |
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Post by Mandochris on Sept 16, 2020 9:44:49 GMT
Semmens said we cannot hope to win the League in the short to medium term so success can be measured in giving everyone a buzz by doing the big boys over occasionally and maybe winning a Cup. That would suggest we should be trying to win this thing, especially if we don't have EL to worry about.
Another reason to play the first team is they need to get their mojo back. Put the players in who need to be introduced to each other again becore Saturday.
PS What is all this about resting players after one game?
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Post by Furry Frank The Combat Wombat on Sept 16, 2020 11:31:48 GMT
Semmens said we cannot hope to win the League in the short to medium term so success can be measured in giving everyone a buzz by doing the big boys over occasionally and maybe winning a Cup. That would suggest we should be trying to win this thing, especially if we don't have EL to worry about. Another reason to play the first team is they need to get their mojo back. Put the players in who need to be introduced to each other again becore Saturday. PS What is all this about resting players after one game? More about having them 100% for Spuds as (despite what you say above) it's kinda important we at least get something from this game after fecking up last weekend, and early doors may be a good time to play them before they get settled.. isn't it Burnley a after that, another one we struggle against? I really don't want to see us with 0 points from 9 as a start. Bums, can't get the official stream here...anOther option it is, then. |
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Post by spot51 on Sept 16, 2020 18:15:03 GMT
Tella starts. Only change!
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Post by Sir B3na1i on Sept 16, 2020 18:30:00 GMT
Good to see a strong side, now watch us feck it up
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Post by channonite on Sept 16, 2020 18:38:37 GMT
I can't remember seeing Nathan Tella before, so will be watching him closely, or I would be if I had paid £10...
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Post by ivangolac on Sept 16, 2020 19:34:53 GMT
Going well then..
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Post by Mandochris on Sept 16, 2020 20:37:57 GMT
Blimey
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Post by Willshakes. on Sept 16, 2020 20:48:56 GMT
That’s why we’re Saints fans - If anyone can elaborate on my comment please do ! I’m all eyes . Night night .
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