The official Watford FC v Bristol City FC in the FA Cup Match Day Thread

[EmersonsRed]

All the best to the young lads. It's the side I wanted, but not the Watford side I expected.

[Lympsham Red]

Wouldn't it be incredible if we managed to pull off a win, not only over higher-league opponents again, but with a team of debutant kids...that'd be one hell of a story. Up the City!

[Lympsham Red]

1 minute ago, BCFC11 said:

Only thing wrong with that Line up is Gustav should be starting 100%.

I expect he'll get a run-out. Only thing is, he hasn't played a match since late November - so likely not match fit.

[westred1]

Surprised Lemonheigh-Evans is in midfield. Definitely a striker who perhaps has the skills to play the 10 role. 

Opi is quick! It's a good line-up. Much needed freshen up.

[Lew-T]

Deeney, Capoue, Cleverley and Garillo all starting. 3 changes for them from last week!

[Davefevs]

What type of Midfielder is CL-E?  Always imagined he was industrious like Morrell?

I think Bakinson was compared to Patrick Vieira in terms of style (not ability).

[AshtonGreat]

Would rather Smith had been rested, but hey ho

[BCFC11]

Just now, Lympsham Red said:

I expect he'll get a run-out. Only thing is, he hasn't played a match since late November - so likely not match fit.

The only way to get match fit is to play, i’d be giving him as many mins as he could muster, perfect opportunity to do that today.

[The Enormous Turnip]

Anyone noticed Watford have pretty much gone full strength? (I know, they've lost 6 of the last 7 but...  )

[Cider red]

IS opi edwards a winger?

[Lympsham Red]

1 minute ago, BCFC11 said:

The only way to get match fit is to play, i’d be giving him as many mins as he could muster, perfect opportunity to do that today.

I suppose so, then again LJ may be trying to avoid the chance of him obtaining an injury, especially if he plans for him to feature in the league soon.

[Davefevs]

Just now, BCFC11 said:

The only way to get match fit is to play, i’d be giving him as many mins as he could muster, perfect opportunity to do that today.

Much as I’d like to see that, the two likely strikers pushing for starts are Taylor and Woodrow, so they should get first chance.

Think Smith will get 45-60 mins.

[cityexile]

Worth comparing wth the ‘reserve’ side we put out v Watford way back in August that had 9 changes....

Bristol City

1Fielding, Vyner, Flint, Mags, Kelly, Eliasson, Hegeler, O’Neil, O’Dowda, Hinds, Diedhiou.

Used subs, Taylor, Reid, Smith.

[Davefevs]

1 minute ago, Cider red said:

IS opi edwards a winger?

Yes, and a rapid one i’ve Heard

[hoxton casual]

Shame not to see Bakinson. Also Engvall may not even get on the pitch, if Freddie gets on. I think he must be off on loan soon. Fascinating to see how Lemonheigh Evans and Edwards get on. Good test of the strength of our Academy.

[Lymebayrobin]

3 minutes ago, cityexile said:

Worth comparing wth the ‘reserve’ side we put out v Watford way back in August that had 9 changes....

Bristol City

1Fielding, Vyner, Flint, Mags, Kelly, Eliasson, Hegeler, O’Neil, O’Dowda, Hinds, Diedhiou.

Used subs, Taylor, Reid, Smith.

Think it shows our ‘reserves’ were a little sronger/experienced in August. Also greater numbers as 4 of that side injured at present.

[Curr Avon]

16 minutes ago, cityexile said:

Thanks. I know we should all know, but Lemonheigh-Evans?

He wrote A Series Of Unfortunate Events 

[Notbarrymanc]

Also, good of LJ to get flint cup tied 

[Cider red]

Exciting that the academy lads are getting a chance - also shows how bad our injury list is!

[Dullmoan Tone]

6 minutes ago, cityexile said:

Worth comparing wth the ‘reserve’ side we put out v Watford way back in August that had 9 changes....

Bristol City

1Fielding, Vyner, Flint, Mags, Kelly, Eliasson, Hegeler, O’Neil, O’Dowda, Hinds, Diedhiou.

Used subs, Taylor, Reid, Smith.

I'd forgotten O'Neil ever started this season - despite the youngsters in the previous game there was experience in that midfield.

[Gimme Shelton]

How do we know that Lemonhead is not better than Bakinson at the moment,  give the kid a chance! 

[cityexile]

Seven changes by us if I have added them up right, three by Watford. Decent break for a fair few of ours.

[daored]

19 minutes ago, JoeAman08 said:

No he is a winger. It is 442

Thanks , wasn’t aware of where the played. Hopefully one or two will give Johnson something to think about for the remainder of the season 

[Reigate Red]

Been to a lot of games recently (for me anyway). The question is do I rest my voice today at Watford for the big one on Tuesday or just use it for one half

[Septic Peg]

9 minutes ago, Dullmoan Tone said:

I'd forgotten O'Neil ever started this season - despite the youngsters in the previous game there was experience in that midfield.

Who?? 

[Selred]

2 minutes ago, Reigate Red said:

Been to a lot of games recently (for me anyway). The question is do I rest my voice today at Watford for the big one on Tuesday or just use it for one half

Only cheer when we get our fourth goal. 

[1891 B.C. Sweden]

Come On You Reds!!!

[EstoniaTallinnRed]

2 minutes ago, Reigate Red said:

Been to a lot of games recently (for me anyway). The question is do I rest my voice today at Watford for the big one on Tuesday or just use it for one half

Use it half in the first and half in the second!

[Lanterne Rouge]

For those outside the Radio Bristol area don`t forget you can get commentary via the BBC Sport website as it`s the FA Cup.

[cityexile]

Just worth keeping half an eye on the QPR result. If they, or indeed us, go through to the 4th round our league game against them later this month will be postponed.