Mr Angry 1,570 Posted September 1, 2021 22 hours ago, canarydan23 said: There seems to be this cast iron expectation that Gilmour will be a hit. He's played 11 PL games at 20 years old. He had a great game against England at the Euros but then so did Hanley. If he was going to be **** hot, I fear he'd have played a lot more by now. Not a great comparison as he's one of the hottest prospects in World football, but Greenwood is a year younger and has made nearly 70 PL appearances. I fear a lot of stock is being put into his performance v England when in reality that will prove to be like the game Savage kept Pirlo quiet. Can’t remember if I have posted this before, but during the first half of the game against England both Lee Dixon and Ally McCoist commented that Gilmour seemed to be struggling with the pace of the game. I was very surprised to hear Souness creaming himself over the performance at the end of the game. I know he’s had 3 tough opponents but I’ve hardly noticed him in those 3 games. I hope he gets a chance to show what he can do against the lesser teams. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Six Pack 94 Posted September 2, 2021 We have lots of options now but not sure they'll all be ready in time for Arsenal. Biggest issue is we need a proper playmaker so Gilmour still needs to be in. My team is: Krul Arrons, Hanley, Kazak, Giannoulis Mclean, Gilmour, Normann Rashica, Pukki, Cantwell Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Yellow and Green 334 Posted September 2, 2021 As much as I would love to see Kabak, Normann and Tzolis in the team, Farke will probably be reluctant to throw them into the deep end. I can see him going with the same team, to be honest. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Baracouda 47 Posted September 2, 2021 18 hours ago, Mr Angry said: Can’t remember if I have posted this before, but during the first half of the game against England both Lee Dixon and Ally McCoist commented that Gilmour seemed to be struggling with the pace of the game. I was very surprised to hear Souness creaming himself over the performance at the end of the game. I know he’s had 3 tough opponents but I’ve hardly noticed him in those 3 games. I hope he gets a chance to show what he can do against the lesser teams. You would expect Gilmour to continue improving over the next 10 years. I would suggest that similar players (Pirlo, Xavi, Xabi Alonso, Modric) weren't as good as what people think at 20 either and they remember what they were like for the last 10 years of their careers i.e 25-35+. Playmaker so much is down to experience and learning what works and what doesn't. Where as strikers, it's alot easier at 16-20 if your quick and can shoot you always have a good opportunity to make a dramatic impact (i.e Owen). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rock bus 854 Posted September 2, 2021 1 hour ago, Yellow and Green said: As much as I would love to see Kabak, Normann and Tzolis in the team, Farke will probably be reluctant to throw them into the deep end. I can see him going with the same team, to be honest. I agree with this as whilst .Farke is willing to throw young players in, these have tended to be those at the club who had been given time with the first team to settle in and understand the style he wants. New players into the club are given a few weeks to settle. Add in the fact that with the internationals they’ve not even had time to train and really get to know their team mates I expect we will see a similar starting 11 for Arsenal as in previous games (Normann perhaps the key exception). Hopefully over next couple games we will then see more new starters. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Yellow and Green 334 Posted September 2, 2021 20 minutes ago, rock bus said: I agree with this as whilst .Farke is willing to throw young players in, these have tended to be those at the club who had been given time with the first team to settle in and understand the style he wants. New players into the club are given a few weeks to settle. Add in the fact that with the internationals they’ve not even had time to train and really get to know their team mates I expect we will see a similar starting 11 for Arsenal as in previous games (Normann perhaps the key exception). Hopefully over next couple games we will then see more new starters. Yep I think Normann would be the most likely, considering the glaring need for for a cdm. Hopefully Tzolis will be fit enough to make the bench and Hanley and Gibson will raise their game in a bid to keep Kabak out of the team. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Upo 91 Posted September 2, 2021 Aarons - Hanley - Kabak - Gibson - Giannioulis Normann - McLean Rashica - Cantwell Pukki I really want to see Kenny play. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Norfolk Dan 308 Posted September 2, 2021 I think we may be playing Arsenal at just the right time. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Move Klose 303 Posted September 2, 2021 1 hour ago, Norfolk Dan said: I think we may be playing Arsenal at just the right time. That's the kiss of death right there 🤭 What will we see: Krul Aarons Hanley Gibson Williams McLean Gilmour PLM Rashica Pukki Cantwell What would I like to see, Krul Aarons Hanley Kabak William Normann Mclean Rashica Gilmour Tzolis Pukki Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cambridgeshire canary 6,755 Posted September 2, 2021 1 hour ago, Norfolk Dan said: I think we may be playing Arsenal at just the right time. Along came Norwich Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Haus 259 Posted September 2, 2021 23 minutes ago, Move Klose said: That's the kiss of death right there 🤭 What will we see: Krul Aarons Hanley Gibson Williams McLean Gilmour PLM Rashica Pukki Cantwell What would I like to see, Krul Aarons Hanley Kabak William Normann Mclean Rashica Gilmour Tzolis Pukki Id rather see Giannoulis, he offers more going forward and I think we need to get at Arsenal. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Norfolk Dan 308 Posted September 2, 2021 15 minutes ago, cambridgeshire canary said: Along came Norwich Not this time..... We will tank them.... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NFN FC 1,123 Posted September 9, 2021 Krul Arrons, Hanley, Gibson, Giannoulis Normann, McLean Rashica, Dowell, Cantwell Sarge Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jim Smith 2,325 Posted September 9, 2021 On 02/09/2021 at 09:23, Norfolk Dan said: I think we may be playing Arsenal at just the right time. I think it could be completely the wrong time. We shall see. Certainly need to get the first goal/avoid conceding early Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jim Smith 2,325 Posted September 9, 2021 Krul Aarons Hanley Gibson Gianoulis Normann Gilmour Mclean Cantwell Pukki Rashica but I’d love to see Tzolis start. Hopefully he will at least be on the bench Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Badger 2,407 Posted September 9, 2021 Arsenal vs Norwich.mp4 3 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Haus 259 Posted September 9, 2021 On 02/09/2021 at 02:56, Six Pack said: We have lots of options now but not sure they'll all be ready in time for Arsenal. Biggest issue is we need a proper playmaker so Gilmour still needs to be in. My team is: Krul Arrons, Hanley, Kazak, Giannoulis Mclean, Gilmour, Normann Rashica, Pukki, Cantwell Dowell ahead of Gilmour for me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cornish sam 959 Posted September 9, 2021 On 01/09/2021 at 13:50, Mr Angry said: Can’t remember if I have posted this before, but during the first half of the game against England both Lee Dixon and Ally McCoist commented that Gilmour seemed to be struggling with the pace of the game. I was very surprised to hear Souness creaming himself over the performance at the end of the game. I know he’s had 3 tough opponents but I’ve hardly noticed him in those 3 games. I hope he gets a chance to show what he can do against the lesser teams. To be fair to Dixon and sourness, he did struggle with the pace of the game for the first 20 minutes, I thought he would be shagged out by half time, but he really grew into it and was a full on dynamo 2nd half... I suspect the issue is as much still getting used to the farkes tactical intricacies as the pace of the game Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ash.m87 17 Posted September 9, 2021 Krul (Gunn pushing for this shirt) Hanley Kabak Gibson Aarons Williams Gilmour Normann Rashica Pukki Cantwell Subs coming on: Tzolis, Lees-Melou (could start for Normann), Sargent 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BroadstairsR 2,185 Posted September 9, 2021 I don't understand why Keiran Dowell has been so readily brushed aside. I feel that we have a gem there, who cannot reasonably be confined to the "Championship standard only" bin. He's shown that he has an eye for goal, and a skilful eye at that. Both him and Sorensen need a fair crack, they might well surprise ... even in the rarefied atmosphere of Premier League football. I am not insisting he starts, but a mention would be pleasing. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RugbyCanary 94 Posted September 9, 2021 Only a personal choice 4-2-3-1 Krul Aarons Hanley Omabamidele Williams Normann Gilmore Cantwell Rashica Dowell/tzolis Pukki Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Canaries north 151 Posted September 9, 2021 I think we are still as a fan base expecting a lot from some very young players. When Gilmore was announced everyone was amazed but now some are saying he's usless. Let's look at this sensibly. He has changed club and that takes time. He is used to having Kante next to him. Let's be honest , when playing next to him Drinkwater looked good. Their is a very good player there but we have put every signing on such a pedestal that I worry for the pressure they will be under. Some players are also changing country. I hope and pray people will be patient as all the signings have potential but still a lot to prove. We have not signed £30 million Premier league ready we have signed £10 million Premier league potential. 16 minutes ago, cornish sam said: To be fair to Dixon and sourness, he did struggle with the pace of the game for the first 20 minutes, I thought he would be shagged out by half time, but he really grew into it and was a full on dynamo 2nd half... I suspect the issue is as much still getting used to the farkes tactical intricacies as the pace of the game 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ward 3 372 Posted September 9, 2021 On 02/09/2021 at 10:41, Move Klose said: That's the kiss of death right there 🤭 What will we see: Krul Aarons Hanley Gibson Williams McLean Gilmour PLM Rashica Pukki Cantwell What would I like to see, Krul Aarons Hanley Kabak William Normann Mclean Rashica Gilmour Tzolis Pukki Gilmour deeper instead of McLean as injury. Cantwell in the no10 role. Why are people leaving todd out of line ups? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Google Bot 3,297 Posted September 9, 2021 1 hour ago, Ward 3 said: Why are people leaving todd out of line ups? Because Tzolis was a major part of the 6 goal annihilation of Bournemouth, I expect? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
curious yellow 184 Posted September 9, 2021 Krul Hanley Gibson Omobamidele Aarons Gilmour PLM Williams Rashica Idah Cantwell Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sgncfc 1,233 Posted September 9, 2021 Everyone seems to be leaving out our potentially record signing. Krul Kabak Hanley Gibson Aarons Gilmore Normann Williams Rashica Pukki Cantwell Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Yellow Wal 314 Posted September 9, 2021 We are changing our proven formation to accommodate Gilmour. Sorry, stick to 4 2 3 1. Gilmour at the moment looks like a square peg in a round hole 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ward 3 372 Posted September 9, 2021 22 minutes ago, Google Bot said: Because Tzolis was a major part of the 6 goal annihilation of Bournemouth, I expect? Bournemouth ressies and under 23s...I know what you're saying tho Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RugbyCanary 94 Posted September 9, 2021 44 minutes ago, Yellow Wal said: We are changing our proven formation to accommodate Gilmour. Sorry, stick to 4 2 3 1. Gilmour at the moment looks like a square peg in a round hole This!!!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shruk4 60 Posted September 9, 2021 I think a lot of posters are throwing PLM out of the team all too easily. He is an experienced player in a high level Ligue 1 side, I mean he was surely their captain for a reason. I'd like to see Krul, Aarons, Gibson, Hanley, Giannoulis, Normann, Gimlour, PLM, Cantwell, Tzolis and Pukki. However I think Farke will keep Tzolis on the bench in favour of Rashica and possibly start Williams. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites