ZiderEyed Posted November 18, 2018 Report Share Posted November 18, 2018 8 minutes ago, Davefevs said: In the main I've quite enjoyed watching England under Southgate. We have some potential superstars coming through and good youngsters: - Gomez - Alexander-Arnold (when he replaces Walker in time) - Chilwell (not phased playing Internationally) - Delph (underrated, keeps it ticking and driving us forward) - Rashford (lets consider him as a forward not striker) Fully believe Gomez will be one of the best centre halves we've produced in a very long time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Posted November 18, 2018 Report Share Posted November 18, 2018 Who else has qualified? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1960maaan Posted November 18, 2018 Report Share Posted November 18, 2018 Started to get my mojo back for England before the World Cup , and even more so with the U19's , U21's and U23's performing so well. Actually enjoyed the friendly last week and now look forward to England playing. Might start going again. I never rated Delph but I thought he was very good today, really added balance . Rashford looked dangerous running with the ball, their defence looked terrified Barkley is starting to impress me too. The whole feeling, style and atmosphere around England has changed massively since GS has come in, massive respect to him considering how I felt about the team after that Iceland farce. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EstoniaTallinnRed Posted November 18, 2018 Report Share Posted November 18, 2018 3 hours ago, Robbored said: Plus Swindon got stuffed at home.....that always cheers me up! Under their new manager! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EstoniaTallinnRed Posted November 18, 2018 Report Share Posted November 18, 2018 9 minutes ago, 1960maaan said: Started to get my mojo back for England before the World Cup , and even more so with the U19's , U21's and U23's performing so well. Actually enjoyed the friendly last week and now look forward to England playing. Might start going again. I never rated Delph but I thought he was very good today, really added balance . Rashford looked dangerous running with the ball, their defence looked terrified Barkley is starting to impress me too. The whole feeling, style and atmosphere around England has changed massively since GS has come in, massive respect to him considering how I felt about the team after that Iceland farce. Yes I agree, the only thing that worries me is Pickfords habit of playing out very short from the back, Croatia spotted it and it almost got us into trouble a few times. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JasonM88 Posted November 18, 2018 Report Share Posted November 18, 2018 Still lacking that true midfielder. We simply have to build for 2020, nothing else at the moment. Dier and Henderson are not technically good enough to be that anchor that is needed. Winks is developing nicely, however doesn’t appear to have the physicality that is required if we want to play the one holder, and two more forward thinking midfielders. Lewis Cook will also likely be in the squad sometime in the near future. A Busquets esque player is want we need to be developing to finish off this team. World class forward line, with centre back also extremely strong. Positive young full backs, and a very good ‘keeper. Our attacking midfielder choices of Alli, Barkley, Lingard and Loftus Cheek could keep us going for the next 5 years, and will only get better with the addition of Phil Foden and Gibbs-White. Exiting times, ay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted November 18, 2018 Report Share Posted November 18, 2018 7 minutes ago, JasonM88 said: Still lacking that true midfielder. We simply have to build for 2020, nothing else at the moment. Dier and Henderson are not technically good enough to be that anchor that is needed. Winks is developing nicely, however doesn’t appear to have the physicality that is required if we want to play the one holder, and two more forward thinking midfielders. Lewis Cook will also likely be in the squad sometime in the near future. A Busquets esque player is want we need to be developing to finish off this team. World class forward line, with centre back also extremely strong. Positive young full backs, and a very good ‘keeper. Our attacking midfielder choices of Alli, Barkley, Lingard and Loftus Cheek could keep us going for the next 5 years, and will only get better with the addition of Phil Foden and Gibbs-White. Exiting times, ay. I thought Dier did ok in there today. Can’t play him and Henderson together that’s for sure, but one of them has merits. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JasonM88 Posted November 18, 2018 Report Share Posted November 18, 2018 1 minute ago, Davefevs said: I thought Dier did ok in there today. Can’t play him and Henderson together that’s for sure, but one of them has merits. Neither offer enough in possession of the ball, whereas both Winks and Cook offer a lot more but lack the physicality. Difficult one Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Northern Red Posted November 18, 2018 Report Share Posted November 18, 2018 1 hour ago, Super said: Who else has qualified? Portugal, one of Switzerland or Belgium (they play each other tonight, Switzerland need to win by 2 goals and are 3-2 up at HT having been 2-0 down), and one of France or Holland (Holland need a point against Germany tomorrow to win the group). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robbored Posted November 18, 2018 Report Share Posted November 18, 2018 38 minutes ago, EstoniaTallinnRed said: Under their new manager! Same shit players tho.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Northern Red Posted November 18, 2018 Report Share Posted November 18, 2018 4-2 Switzerland now. As it stands they're going through at Belgium's expense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted November 18, 2018 Report Share Posted November 18, 2018 Martinez the fraud is at it again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobBobSuperBob Posted November 18, 2018 Report Share Posted November 18, 2018 19 minutes ago, Northern Red said: 4-2 Switzerland now. As it stands they're going through at Belgium's expense. Make that 5-2 Whooops Ours to win next summer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BS4 on Tour... Posted November 18, 2018 Report Share Posted November 18, 2018 Well, I’d drop and fine Jesse Lingard for wearing gloves whilst playing for his country on a mild November afternoon...Harry Kane had a short sleeved shirt and no gloves.....Jesse had a long sleeved shirt and gloves, bless him. But then ‘Harry’ is a proper first name....whereas ‘Jesse’ - probably explains their relative attitudes towards the ‘cold’ weather we had today.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
North London Red Posted November 18, 2018 Report Share Posted November 18, 2018 10 minutes ago, BobBobSuperBob said: Make that 5-2 Whooops Ours to win next summer Let's hope so BBSB, although Portugal have been our nemesis more than once in the past, and I wouldn't put it past them at all to beat us on their home turf next summer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Northern Red Posted November 18, 2018 Report Share Posted November 18, 2018 25 minutes ago, Tomarse said: Martinez the fraud is at it again. Couldn't organise a defence if his life depended on it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BS4 on Tour... Posted November 18, 2018 Report Share Posted November 18, 2018 13 minutes ago, JonDolman said: Why do fans get annoyed by players wearing gloves? Maybe his hands were cold? It was just a lighthearted post, wasn’t meant to be serious, just a joke Chief....but like a Roverzzzz through ball, it went over your head....although, I AM genuinely puzzled as to why our last two French strikers wear bandages/plaster casts on their wrists/arms for no apparent reason....perhaps their arms are cold? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AppyDAZE Posted November 18, 2018 Report Share Posted November 18, 2018 9 minutes ago, BS4 on Tour... said: It was just a lighthearted post, wasn’t meant to be serious, just a joke Chief....but like a Roverzzzz through ball, it went over your head....although, I AM genuinely puzzled as to why our last two French strikers wear bandages/plaster casts on their wrists/arms for no apparent reason....perhaps their arms are cold? Plaster of Paris? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pillred Posted November 18, 2018 Report Share Posted November 18, 2018 7 hours ago, hodge said: 'Pedant alert', we can't get promoted, we just qualify for the semi final... Anyone want to argue the nations league isn't better than standard friendlies? promoted to the last 4? pedant! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JasonM88 Posted November 18, 2018 Report Share Posted November 18, 2018 Just been reading up on Declan Rice. There’s the answer to my previous dilemma. A smooth, classy defensive midfielder. Let’s hope he declares for England. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ollywhyte Posted November 19, 2018 Report Share Posted November 19, 2018 Thank you Dejan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abraham Romanovich Posted November 19, 2018 Report Share Posted November 19, 2018 In the words of Bob Marley no woman no sky. Absolute disgrace England matches are not on terrestial TV and highlights shown late on Sunday evening. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robbored Posted November 19, 2018 Report Share Posted November 19, 2018 19 minutes ago, Abraham Romanovich said: In the words of Bob Marley no woman no sky. Absolute disgrace England matches are not on terrestial TV and highlights shown late on Sunday evening. Sky and thier money - that’s the way it is in modernity. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Popodopolous Posted November 19, 2018 Report Share Posted November 19, 2018 That was good yesterday- particularly liked the comfort in possession with the 4-3-3 and the overall dominance- was a bit surprised but pleasantly so at just how dominant we were! Was great to see- Lingard the hero equaliser, then goalline clearance between his equaliser and Kane's goal. Our pressure of Croatia in possession looked sharp too, good to see. Wouldn't be certain about winning it next year- if Holland lose tonight then France with their depth of talent will be in the last 4. Portugal have a good new generation coming through and have switched to a formation more suited to them plus Ronaldo should be back by then maybe , Switzerland are actually not a bad side at all but usually pretty wasteful in front of goal, even Holland have stepped up under Koeman. We've as good a chance as any but it won't be a foregone conclusion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cowshed Posted November 19, 2018 Report Share Posted November 19, 2018 13 hours ago, JonDolman said: Why do fans get annoyed by players wearing gloves? Maybe his hands were cold? Annoyed not really. But many coaches would rather they did not do it. It is not necessary. It is frequently only due to ego, a fashion statement and some are paid to wear that product. On a psychological level there may be benefit for some players as routines, rituals and believing something may assist you to play better can (factually this is true in cases) really do so. The opposite is also true. Fannying around with gimmicks such as gloves can affect focus. If there was a physiological reason for so many players so frequently wearing gloves and in increasing numbers it would be witnessed in other sports e.g. rugby, but of course it is not Summary … Many football players are fannies. Gloves are a symbol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarcusX Posted November 19, 2018 Report Share Posted November 19, 2018 On 18/11/2018 at 15:22, CityCiderEd said: Sterling looks world class for man city and Sunday league for England. Get Wilson on and kane off along with dier. How does he look Sunday league? He’s not a great finisher, I’d expect his conversion rate even for city to not be great they just create more chances. That said, his movement is dangerous and the space it creates goes unnoticed by his critics. He might not be the most clinical in front of goal but to say he looks Sunday league is a terrible shout. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarcusX Posted November 19, 2018 Report Share Posted November 19, 2018 On 18/11/2018 at 15:29, BobBobSuperBob said: Would have taken Kane off , not Rashford On 18/11/2018 at 15:30, Super said: How has Kane stayed on? On 18/11/2018 at 15:33, nickolas said: Rashford injured. But yes, Kane is sh1te today. Easy to say in hindsight but that’s why Kane stays on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarcusX Posted November 19, 2018 Report Share Posted November 19, 2018 Really enjoyed that yesterday. GS has built and trained a system that suits his players, but also doesn’t rely on individuals (other than maybe Kane). anyone can step into the team and we keep our identity without really weakening much. the nations league definitely makes the international breaks more interesting and despite what some people said initially, every team is taking it serious and trying to win Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Posted November 19, 2018 Report Share Posted November 19, 2018 What a superb game. Holland through to finals. Stunning finish by VVD. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cidercity1987 Posted November 19, 2018 Report Share Posted November 19, 2018 Guess who must be favourites now then... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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