Capt. Pants 4,274 Posted September 9, 2021 I think Normann will play because Farke will want him to be ready for the physicality of Watford, which is a hugely important game. No better way of learning the system than playing in the system. Even more so if Kenny is still injured. Gilmour, Normann, McLean/PLM Unchanged back 4 and elsewhere on the pitch. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Petriix 2,849 Posted September 9, 2021 If I had my way we'd just play Normann and Gilmour in midfield with Cantwell, Rashica and Tzolis behind Pukki. PLM hasn't shown enough for me to be starting every week. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
paddycanary 539 Posted September 9, 2021 Normann to get 60mins under his belt in place of the unavailable McLean. As you were other than that for me, if feasible for this game. Obviously all depends on how the international contingent look on their return & who/what Farke has had to work with & seen over the fortnight. The likes of Hanley/Gilmour/Pukki/Rashica clocked up plenty of minutes and/or mileage. I wouldn't be averse to seeing the likes of Sorensen, Omobamidele or Idah see some pitch time if there are some tired bodies from the previous starting 11. I'd hate to be a centre-back seeing Pukki coming on for the last 25mins! Or Tzolis for that matter. Nice to have options & competition for places. 👍 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gordon Bennett 789 Posted September 10, 2021 20 hours ago, BroadstairsR said: I don't understand why Keiran Dowell has been so readily brushed aside. I think it's as simple as Rashica coming in for big money and an attacking midfielder being dropped for a deeper lying midfielder. When the squad gets strengthened previous regulars fall down the pecking order. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jaberry2 554 Posted September 10, 2021 10 minutes ago, Gordon Bennett said: I think it's as simple as Rashica coming in for big money and an attacking midfielder being dropped for a deeper lying midfielder. When the squad gets strengthened previous regulars fall down the pecking order. I like Dowell, but I just think at this stage he doesnt have enough energy to challenge when we dont have the ball. His energy levels are that of a more luxury player, but without doubt he does offer a good range of passing/assists and goals & for that reason we do need to find space for him from time to time, but for me would vary dependent on the quality of the opposition. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Haus 259 Posted September 10, 2021 57 minutes ago, Gordon Bennett said: I think it's as simple as Rashica coming in for big money and an attacking midfielder being dropped for a deeper lying midfielder. When the squad gets strengthened previous regulars fall down the pecking order. Im wondering if that formation change was based on opposition, ie : we might go back to 4231 in games where we want to be on the front foot and get a win. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Google Bot 3,298 Posted September 10, 2021 12 hours ago, Petriix said: PLM hasn't shown enough for me to be starting every week. In what way? Less creative than you hoped? I think he's shown some good quality at this level so far, but is finding his feet a little still. And first two were really tough games for everyone. Once he's able to play his game and distribute the ball we'll see the best of him, he's got an incredible Crossfield pass which is could play into Rashica/Cantwell/Tzolis on the break. Certainly someone who can find the top corner outside the box, and gets stuck in too. Only downside I've seen so far is that he looks a little lost at times, but that's fixed with more games(?). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Petriix 2,849 Posted September 10, 2021 22 minutes ago, Google Bot said: In what way? Less creative than you hoped? I think he's shown some good quality at this level so far, but is finding his feet a little still. And first two were really tough games for everyone. Once he's able to play his game and distribute the ball we'll see the best of him, he's got an incredible Crossfield pass which is could play into Rashica/Cantwell/Tzolis on the break. Certainly someone who can find the top corner outside the box, and gets stuck in too. Only downside I've seen so far is that he looks a little lost at times, but that's fixed with more games(?). For me it's just a positional and workrate thing. He's operating in the engine room of the team but seems to be a little lethargic in both attack and defence. Obviously it's been a baptism of fire with the opponents faced but he's just been noticeably slower than the players around him so the game is bypassing him at times where I would want him to be getting involved; even if it's just the odd off-the-ball block or foul, or just moving into space to create options when Gilmour or Aarons has the ball. A recurring theme of the goals we've conceded so far seems to be PLM jogging back towards our box while the opposition midfield run at our back four. I know he's not the CDM we need, and the other two midfielders have hardly been on fire - and I'm also suggesting dropping Rupp/McLean too. I think we need a dedicated number 10 so that Pukki isn't isolated and the wide AMs can be a little less of a blind alley. So I just want a 2 man central midfield with Normann and Gilmour. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Yella Army 57 Posted September 10, 2021 Krul Arrons Hanley Kabak Williams Normann Gilmour Cantwell Lees Mellou Rashica Pukki Tzolis, Sargeant/Idah & Rupp to come on as subs provided no injuries. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nawich Fann 3 Posted September 10, 2021 (edited) I love the kit Arsenal use very nice colours not as good as the yellow though. Edited September 10, 2021 by Nawich Fann Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jpootz 15 Posted September 10, 2021 Arsenal have some issues in their team so I definitely think they can be beaten tomorrow. Partey and Gabriel are back from injury but Partey hasn’t played since preseason and I don’t think Gabriel had a preseason at all. There’s also doubts over Lokonga and Xhaka is suspended. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
canarycop 208 Posted September 11, 2021 I would like to see Krul Aarons Omobamidele Gibson Williams Normann Gilmour PLM Rashida Pukki Cantwell Normann should fit straight in despite DFs comments Really hard as we have a plethora of options now. Want to put Dowell and Sorensen in but where ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
curious yellow 184 Posted September 11, 2021 20 hours ago, Nawich Fann said: I love the kit Arsenal use very nice colours not as good as the yellow though. Arsenal's CM was a hit for Santana in 1970 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Monty13 2,241 Posted September 11, 2021 Well that’s unexpected 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
king canary 7,654 Posted September 11, 2021 That midfield is...interesting. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Monty13 2,241 Posted September 11, 2021 Some really surprising choices for me but you can’t say he’s not been bold. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
unique 439 Posted September 11, 2021 Farke lost his marbles? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Worthy Nigelton 1,062 Posted September 11, 2021 Dont think anyone saw that coming...! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sonyc 5,541 Posted September 11, 2021 1 minute ago, Monty13 said: Well that’s unexpected I'm SO pleased Omobamidele is starting. Amazing that Farke really does give youth such support....but as he says "no gifts from me". Anyone who watched Andrew in the ROI match will have seen how impressive AO is. Big player for us ahead. Amazing faith by DF. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pete 320 Posted September 11, 2021 Any hope just gone 1 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cambridgeshire canary 6,778 Posted September 11, 2021 Rupp on the wing... Rashica on the bench.. Normann not starting while injured Mclean does.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ken Hairy 3,779 Posted September 11, 2021 It's got Rupp holding on the official FB page. Either way what the actual ****??? Has Rupp got something on Farke???? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tired 102 Posted September 11, 2021 Great to see Big Andy and Tzolis 😎 COYY 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Monty13 2,241 Posted September 11, 2021 2 minutes ago, cambridgeshire canary said: Rupp on the wing... Rashica on the bench.. Normann not starting while injured Mclean does.. I think official Twitter feed formation is more likely, 433 Dowell on the right. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Great Mass Debater 1,092 Posted September 11, 2021 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cambridgeshire canary 6,778 Posted September 11, 2021 1 minute ago, Monty13 said: I think official Twitter feed formation is more likely, 433 Dowell on the right. Oh Dowell on the wing and Rupp.. At defensive mid.. That's even worse! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cambridgeshire canary 6,778 Posted September 11, 2021 1 minute ago, The Great Mass Debater said: You see this Farke? This is what we should have gone with Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JB 115 Posted September 11, 2021 Fine with the attacking selections here, and so pleased with AO starting. However, the weak centre will not work. Normann the brick ****-house being left out is crazy. Soft underbelly will be the downfall of us here I think Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hogesar 9,722 Posted September 11, 2021 I like that Farke doesn't go with the status quo of whatever keeps fans happy. Especially when fans are notoriously wrong. I'm interested to see how this midfield works although I'm sure with proper training and preparation Normann would be playing where Rupp is. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hogesar 9,722 Posted September 11, 2021 1 minute ago, cambridgeshire canary said: Oh Dowell on the wing and Rupp.. At defensive mid.. That's even worse! Why? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites