Wardogz 72 Posted September 11, 2021 Just now, norfolkngood said: 11 games last season he played in the PL , can he do it in the PL or can he just do in the championship ? i am counting the pl games as that is the league we are in now To be fair, the whole team was dire at the end of the last item season. Pukki has earned the right for a few more games Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheGunnShow 5,940 Posted September 11, 2021 1 minute ago, Monty13 said: He clearly doesn’t fancy him in Midfield, maybe he just doesn’t think he’s ready yet. I think if we had two DCMs he’s ripe for a loan to prove what he can do, wouldn’t be surprised to see him go out in January. Placheta is another that needs games. Played well against Bournemouth, reserve team notwithstanding. I think the problem with Sörensen is that he looks like one of those players who only jumps as high as he needs to. The paradox is that this is often - but not always - a sign of genuine class. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cambridgeshire canary 6,717 Posted September 11, 2021 12 minutes ago, hogesar said: Why? Sticking Rupp at defensive midfield when we have both Normann and Sorenson for a start 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Monty13 2,234 Posted September 11, 2021 Regardless of what you think of the team selection, that bench is probably the strongest I’ve ever seen for a league game, even without Sargent. We’ve come a long way in the last few years. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Samwam27 527 Posted September 11, 2021 Looks like it's a case of playing freshest players I'm guessing Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Monty13 2,234 Posted September 11, 2021 Just now, TheGunnShow said: Played well against Bournemouth, reserve team notwithstanding. I think the problem with Sörensen is that he looks like one of those players who only jumps as high as he needs to. The paradox is that this is often - but not always - a sign of genuine class. That’s why I think he just needs a run of games somewhere. Unfortunately doesn’t look like that’s here, at least this season. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Worthy Nigelton 1,046 Posted September 11, 2021 2 minutes ago, norfolkngood said: 11 games last season he played in the PL , can he do it in the PL or can he just do in the championship ? i am counting the pl games as that is the league we are in now 11 goals last PL campaign for one of the worst PL teams of all time. Plus prolific for Finland for a few years. Have a little faith and you cant write him off yet. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Samwam27 527 Posted September 11, 2021 It baffles me that Rupp must impress more than Sorenson in training that he always gets a starting place ahead of Sorenson! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Petriix 2,835 Posted September 11, 2021 Happy to see Tzolis and Dowell in there. I would also like to see Cantwell or Rashica at the expense of one of the CMs. I expect we'll see Normann at some point today and it's understandable that he wouldn't start. I just can't accept that this is our best midfield in both personnel and system. Bring back the 4-2-3-1! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pete 319 Posted September 11, 2021 Remind me how many international games Todd has played in the last 10 days, that exerting U21 fixture maybe Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Great Mass Debater 1,090 Posted September 11, 2021 He's picked that team for a reason. Full backs pick themselves. Omo and Granley I guess he has picked for speed and knows they have a reliable partnership. Dowell for his free-kicks perhaps? McLean and Rupp for workrate and the former for heading and unlucky against Leicester. Surprised at the absence of both Rashica and Cantwell. Gilmour dropped for physique perhaps, preferring Lees-Melou. Not sure why you wouldnt want Normann or Rashica on the pitch. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ken Hairy 3,772 Posted September 11, 2021 Farke getting absolutely slated on Soccer Saturday for that line up 😂😂 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Midlands Yellow 3,984 Posted September 11, 2021 12 minutes ago, hogesar said: Farke's done a cracking job of making the majority of posters on here looking as thick as pig sh*t at least a couple of times so i'll wait and see how this plays out. Not so much at this level to be fair. It’s a strange line up and looks a bit powder puff in midfield. We wait and see though and all want something from this match. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GJL Mid-Norfolk Canary 1,749 Posted September 11, 2021 4 minutes ago, Monty13 said: Regardless of what you think of the team selection, that bench is probably the strongest I’ve ever seen for a league game, even without Sargent. We’ve come a long way in the last few years. No good to us if the game's already got away. There's players on that bench who should blatantly be starting 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cambridgeshire canary 6,717 Posted September 11, 2021 2 minutes ago, Ken Hairy said: Farke getting absolutely slated on Soccer Saturday for that line up 😂😂 So not just us complaning then? Good to know, Hope we all end up looking silly 😂 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tetteys Jig 830 Posted September 11, 2021 Rupp must have nudes of Farke Just now, Ken Hairy said: Farke getting absolutely slated on Soccer Saturday for that line up 😂😂 Lee Hendrie was talking the usual lazy ****e but Merson was surprisingly right in my view. Gilmour and Cantwell being dropped is a big call. Honestly don't know what Rupp does to keep getting chances. Hopefully Normann will soon make that spot his own 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ken Hairy 3,772 Posted September 11, 2021 (edited) 3 minutes ago, Samwam27 said: It baffles me that Rupp must impress more than Sorenson in training that he always gets a starting place ahead of Sorenson! It baffles me that training performances seem to count for more than match performances, Rupp has NEVER impressed even in the Championship, I couldn't give two ****s if he's the world's greatest trainer. Edited September 11, 2021 by Ken Hairy 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Michael Starr 519 Posted September 11, 2021 (edited) Bit worried about the middle part like most. However, In Farke I trust. If we can hold Arsenal back for 20 minutes or so, the crowd will turn and just look at that bench. Have we ever had such a strong bench? - Gunn, Gibson, Gilmour, Cantwell, Kabak, Normann, Rashica, Sorensen and Idah... and that's not even considering the Sergeant. It's insane. The longer this game goes on (if we can stay in the game) then more I think it could swing towards us. Edited September 11, 2021 by Michael Starr Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ken Hairy 3,772 Posted September 11, 2021 1 minute ago, Michael Starr said: Bit worried about the middle part like most. However, In Farke I trust. If we can hold Arsenal back for 20 minutes or so, the crowd will turn and just look at that bench. Have we ever had such a strong bench? - Gunn, Gibson, Gilmour, Cantwell, Kabak, Normann, Rashica, Sorensen and Idah... and that's not even considering the Sergeant. It's insane. Agree about the bench. In fact in an 11v9 starters v bench match, I'd fancy the bench to thrash the starters even with 2 less players 😁 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Great Mass Debater 1,090 Posted September 11, 2021 (edited) 2 minutes ago, Michael Starr said: Bit worried about the middle part like most. However, In Farke I trust. If we can hold Arsenal back for 20 minutes or so, the crowd will turn and just look at that bench. Have we ever had such a strong bench? - Gunn, Gibson, Gilmour, Cantwell, Kabak, Normann, Rashica, Sorensen and Idah... and that's not even considering the Sergeant. It's insane. Noones complaining about the strength of the bench Edited September 11, 2021 by The Great Mass Debater Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jsim1986 149 Posted September 11, 2021 That Midfield makes me feel sick but in Farke we trust Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cambridgeshire canary 6,717 Posted September 11, 2021 3 minutes ago, Ken Hairy said: It baffles me that training performances seem to count for more than match performances, Rupp has NEVER impressed even in the Championship, I couldn't give two ****s if he's the world's greatest trainer. Well at least he's not playing on the wing this time.. Pretty sure I still get nightmares.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Baracouda 47 Posted September 11, 2021 (edited) Guessing Omo getting a chance to impress before Kabak comes in. Dropping Rashica, Cantwell and Gilmour is a gentle kick to produce more end product. Always good to keep the players 'honest' and makes a big statement that no one place is guaranteed. Edited September 11, 2021 by Baracouda Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Monty13 2,234 Posted September 11, 2021 3 minutes ago, GJL Mid-Norfolk Canary said: No good to us if the game's already got away. There's players on that bench who should blatantly be starting Matter of opinion, Farke thinks they shouldn’t. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
norfolkngood 1,087 Posted September 11, 2021 5 minutes ago, Worthy Nigelton said: 11 goals last PL campaign for one of the worst PL teams of all time. Plus prolific for Finland for a few years. Have a little faith and you cant write him off yet. yes you are correct just concerned that he will not get the goals , i am sure if he gets one it will do him world of good but i just think sometimes try something else nor written off yet as he knows where the goal is of course in champs etc 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Great Mass Debater 1,090 Posted September 11, 2021 Just now, Baracouda said: Guessing Omo getting a chance to impress before Kabak comes in. Dropping Rashica, Cantwell and Gilmour is a gentle kick to produce more end product. Lets hope that works. Cantwell and Rashica both capable of making an impact from the bench Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Samwam27 527 Posted September 11, 2021 1 minute ago, Baracouda said: Guessing Omo getting a chance to impress before Kabak comes in. Dropping Rashica, Cantwell and Gilmour is a gentle kick to produce more end product. Well that doesn't make sense cuz Rupp never produces end product, yet Farke seems to find a starting place every week, even when we all know we have better players Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
unique 435 Posted September 11, 2021 Having a strong bench is irrelevant when the manager is usually reluctant to make changes. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Samwam27 527 Posted September 11, 2021 Just now, unique said: Having a strong bench is irrelevant when the manager is usually reluctant to make changes. And until about 77 min Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bomber 48 Posted September 11, 2021 Well at least when we are 2 down got a good choice off the bench Share this post Link to post Share on other sites