Septic Peg Posted August 13, 2019 Report Share Posted August 13, 2019 "Concentrating on the league..." The old adage reeled out by managers across the land when a team inevitably drops out of a cup at the first go. High profile names known to say the immortal 4 words include Rafa, Klopp, Nigel Pearson and Steve Kean. Liverpool fans be glad the players didn't listen after that CL cup run last year. Woowee. So will LJ or one of his lesser minions be saying the same or words to that effect tonight? QPR currently are sitting in 5th spot with an opening weekend win over Stoke and a draw at ex Prem Huddersfield. We travel to the newly named Kiyan Prince Stadium (named for a charity foundation set up after a QPR academy member was sadly stabbed and killed) with a draw and a loss to our name so far. But we must remember, our team is very much new and re-structured. To have 4 debutants in one game is rare. To have 7 players on the pitch that only officially joined this summer (yes, Kalas and Palmer whilst old hands are still "new" - see Kasey's initiation song below...) means that the majority of the team are gelling, learning and working out how each team member works. This takes time. A stinker of a draw tonight. 1-1 again and a replay at AG. Afobe to score and start his tally. Safe travels to the boys and girls on the M4 today. COYRs! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TETBURY MASSIVE Posted August 13, 2019 Report Share Posted August 13, 2019 10 minutes ago, Septic Peg said: A stinker of a draw tonight. 1-1 again and a replay at AG. Afobe to score and start his tally. Does it go to a replay? Thought it was decided on the night? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Original OTIB Posted August 13, 2019 Report Share Posted August 13, 2019 2 minutes ago, TETBURY MASSIVE said: Does it go to a replay? Thought it was decided on the night? Straight to pens. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Northern Red Posted August 13, 2019 Report Share Posted August 13, 2019 2 minutes ago, TETBURY MASSIVE said: Does it go to a replay? Thought it was decided on the night? It is. Straight to pens as well I think. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted August 13, 2019 Report Share Posted August 13, 2019 3 minutes ago, TETBURY MASSIVE said: Does it go to a replay? Thought it was decided on the night? You are right TM. We bow to you!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Septic Peg Posted August 13, 2019 Author Report Share Posted August 13, 2019 Ah. Thank you all and @TETBURY MASSIVE. Bloody EFL and their sodding rule changes. In that case, QPR to win on pens because we are as lucky as a turkey at Christmas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soultrader Posted August 13, 2019 Report Share Posted August 13, 2019 I just hope there are pens Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coppello Posted August 13, 2019 Report Share Posted August 13, 2019 19 minutes ago, Septic Peg said: Ah. Thank you all and @TETBURY MASSIVE. Bloody EFL and their sodding rule changes. In that case, QPR to win on pens because we are as lucky as a turkey at Christmas. Sorry Peg, I don't think there's been replays in the League Cup for about 20 years. Have you been in a coma for all of these years? The Carabao Cup is surely the most coveted trophy for any City fan - I was in tears for weeks when we lost to Plymouth last year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AppyDAZE Posted August 13, 2019 Report Share Posted August 13, 2019 Straight to pens or ET, then pens? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
97Red Posted August 13, 2019 Report Share Posted August 13, 2019 I think we'll win this one 2-1. Famara and Sammie to score! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HanwellRed Posted August 13, 2019 Report Share Posted August 13, 2019 I'll be there sat in the QPR end (!!) as I live in London & my daughter who plays for QPR Girls is a ball girl tonight so I get a comp ticket. Hoping there will be several reasons to sit on my hands and smirk quietly to myself but have a feeling its going to be like the 2002 LDV Vans fixture all over again......a "0-0 classic" !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DSTAF Posted August 13, 2019 Report Share Posted August 13, 2019 Have no interest in this game. I hope we use it to try out formations/players. Like a training game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JBFC II Posted August 13, 2019 Report Share Posted August 13, 2019 1 minute ago, DSTAF said: Have no interest in this game. I hope we use it to try out formations/players. Like a training game. I hope we don't. Make some changes but go for the win, especially as we're playing them on Saturday a win could be a big confidence boost Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old_eastender Posted August 13, 2019 Report Share Posted August 13, 2019 Hopefully back to 4-4-2 as LJ already said Moore will play, expect Fammy & Semenyo up front, Walsh, Massengo/Szmodics, Eliasson & COD midfield. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Top Robin Posted August 13, 2019 Report Share Posted August 13, 2019 Everyone is saying that the new team needs to play together to improve and the new players need to bed in so our best team tonight please. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reformed_red Posted August 13, 2019 Report Share Posted August 13, 2019 15 minutes ago, DSTAF said: Have no interest in this game. I hope we use it to try out formations/players. Like a training game. Don’t get this mentality. United at home was probably the highlight of my 25 years of following City, so the chance to progress and live that dream once more is too hard to resist. 6-0 City Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
exAtyeoMax Posted August 13, 2019 Report Share Posted August 13, 2019 Looking forward to this game. Looking forward to seeing the new guys Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StefanDimz Posted August 13, 2019 Report Share Posted August 13, 2019 Comfortable win, I reckon 3-1. COYR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeAman08 Posted August 13, 2019 Report Share Posted August 13, 2019 Maenpaa or Bentley Wright Baker Moore Hunt COD Massengo Walsh Szmodics Diedhiou Semenyo Tough on Eliasson in this. GK, Bakinson, Kalas, Eliasson, Afobe, Rowe, Palmer, Weimann Will be an interesting one tonight I think. Expect LJ will select a stronger team than I have. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bristolcitysweden Posted August 13, 2019 Report Share Posted August 13, 2019 I missed that and regret my post Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
devoncider Posted August 13, 2019 Report Share Posted August 13, 2019 30 minutes ago, HanwellRed said: I'll be there sat in the QPR end (!!) as I live in London & my daughter who plays for QPR Girls is a ball girl tonight so I get a comp ticket. Hoping there will be several reasons to sit on my hands and smirk quietly to myself but have a feeling its going to be like the 2002 LDV Vans fixture all over again......a "0-0 classic" !! that rosenior penalty though! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted August 13, 2019 Report Share Posted August 13, 2019 Hope the fringe players play well and give LJ some 'nice problems to have.' Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kid in the Riot Posted August 13, 2019 Report Share Posted August 13, 2019 With the size and quality of our squad there's no reason why we can't go on a good run in this cup. We've been good on the road for 12 months now so a good opportunity for another win tonight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
winsaw Posted August 13, 2019 Report Share Posted August 13, 2019 Really not bothered about this game at all , would like to see it used as a game to give those who have not yet played a game season an opportunity, be a good chance to show Lee what they have in a competitive match, if we lose it doesn't matter as its the league that's important this year, and 1 or 2 could take there chance which can only be good in the long run, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phileas Fogg Posted August 13, 2019 Report Share Posted August 13, 2019 6 minutes ago, JoeAman08 said: Maenpaa or Bentley Wright Baker Moore Hunt COD Massengo Walsh Szmodics Diedhiou Semenyo Tough on Eliasson in this. GK, Bakinson, Kalas, Eliasson, Afobe, Rowe, Palmer, Weimann Will be an interesting one tonight I think. Expect LJ will select a stronger team than I have. Let's hope it's not like that, I doubt it anyway as that formation was forced upon us I believe with Dasilva's injury at relatively short notice. Perfect game to give Afobe more minutes, likewise Nagy, hopefully Semenyo, Eliasson and Szmodics get a start. Would love to see Massengo start too but think he's more likely from the bench. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James54De Posted August 13, 2019 Report Share Posted August 13, 2019 11 minutes ago, bristolcitysweden said: Loftus Road Not stick something up my ass stadium Suggest you read this. https://www.google.co.uk/amp/s/www.mylondon.news/news/west-london-news/qprs-loftus-road-stadium-renamed-16392987.amp Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garland-sweden Posted August 13, 2019 Report Share Posted August 13, 2019 Think we will have more startplayers than QPR tonight therefore I predict a City win. COYR!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reformed_red Posted August 13, 2019 Report Share Posted August 13, 2019 Maenpaa Hunt Kalas Moore Baker Nagy Walsh Eliasson Brownhill Massengo Afobe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bristolcitysweden Posted August 13, 2019 Report Share Posted August 13, 2019 4 minutes ago, James54De said: Suggest you read this. https://www.google.co.uk/amp/s/www.mylondon.news/news/west-london-news/qprs-loftus-road-stadium-renamed-16392987.amp I missed that and regret my post. I took for granted it was the usual criminal money laundrers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maxjak Posted August 13, 2019 Report Share Posted August 13, 2019 37 minutes ago, DSTAF said: Have no interest in this game. I hope we use it to try out formations/players. Like a training game. I have absolutely no interest in this Game whatsoever...................unless we win, and then I have lots of interest in this match? Lose, and it's oh well never mind.................Win, and it's onwards and upwards and we are on a roll!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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