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Reply | That penalty
at 12:22 15 Sep 2024
So according to Martin, Archer had been practicing penalties over last 2 weeks. Not exactly a compelling endorsement, given that McCarthy was probably in goal whilst he practiced. |
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Reply | That penalty
at 08:29 15 Sep 2024
Whilst Martin agreed it was a mistake for Archer to take the penalty, it would be good to hear the logical reasoning why he was even considered Archer, knowing we had better (and proven) penalty takers in the team. It does make people question his decision making again. |
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Reply | You can change the cover but the contents remains the same
at 17:27 14 Sep 2024
Taking out Jack Stephens inept performance and the crap penalty, there were a lot more positives than the previous games.
We moved the ball quicker and didn't mess around with the tippy tippy stuff at back and in penalty box. I agree we still lack that target player up front but It was good to see Stewart come on.
Dibbling looks exciting and hopefully keeps his place next week. [Post edited 14 Sep 17:33]
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Reply | Questions from today
at 15:47 14 Sep 2024
It would have been 7 had Ramsdale not been on form. |
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Reply | Mn Utd Game Matchday Thread
at 13:31 14 Sep 2024
Just seen 1st goal again. Stephens was with the fairies, all over the place, playing them onside. perhaps this is the turning point and Stephens gets dropped. |
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Reply | Mn Utd Game Matchday Thread
at 13:25 14 Sep 2024
Agree, he didn't look comfortable. I am in the Shearer school of penalties, just whack it. If you can't do that, try and avoid placing it 1m from the keeper ! Awful penalty and game changer.
All said, there are lots of positives. We are not messing around with it in our own box inviting trouble. Ramsdale has played really well, with 3 top saves.
Finally, why am I seeing Man U shirts in Saints stands, but couldn't get a ticket for this game ? This really needs sorting. [Post edited 14 Sep 13:29]
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Reply | Mn Utd Game Matchday Thread
at 13:07 14 Sep 2024
Nice one Stephens, marked no-one and played them all on side.
After a really positive start. [Post edited 14 Sep 13:08]
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Reply | Mn Utd Game Matchday Thread
at 11:59 14 Sep 2024
Chris Kavanagh and Lee Betts in charge of VAR today. My money says we will be talking about a VAR incident long after the game today. |
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Reply | Mn Utd Game Matchday Thread
at 11:47 14 Sep 2024
Is Smallbone injured ? Not even on bench, not that I am complaining.
He has dropped 3 of the regulars, but still found a slot for his favourite, Jack Stephens. |
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Reply | Russell Martin Has Plenty Of Options For Manchester United Game But Will He Use
at 11:40 10 Sep 2024
Martin definitely has options for this game.
He is probably mulling over where Stephens will play. He has the option of playing him at Centre back, right back, left back, any of the midfield positions or a holding role. `Whatever, he will no doubt get a game, and the new signings that have shown promise will be lucky to get a look in.
In Martin's own words, he needs to be brave and play his best team , instead of his favourites. |
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Reply | The Give Russell a chance thread
at 12:20 8 Sep 2024
I don't think any genuine reader/contributor on this site is enjoying our current situation, or takes any comfort from the recent performances, especially as we have the nucleus of a good side (if we play our best team).
I sense that most are just frustrated at the style and performances, and wish Martin would move away from his obsession with stats and possession whilst playing around at the back (me included). [Post edited 8 Sep 12:21]
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Reply | The Give Russell a chance thread
at 07:08 8 Sep 2024
Bazza - "Futile' what great adjective to describe our play.
"incapable of producing any useful result; pointless" |
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Reply | International games…
at 18:36 7 Sep 2024
Other than the odd free kick, has he touched the ball ? Seems to be running around in circles.
Just as I type, he's been hooked off. |
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Reply | The Give Russell a chance thread
at 12:13 7 Sep 2024
Probably not, but it's all we have now transfer window has closed and they would stand a better chance if they were in and around the box, rather than hugging both flanks. [Post edited 7 Sep 12:17]
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Reply | The Give Russell a chance thread
at 09:40 6 Sep 2024
Matt, I don't think there is a forward line ? They all seem to hug the flanks and when players like Diaz do move into centre up front, there is no service. This is how the team have been set up, nothing really to do with Sports Republic. |
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Reply | Martin fighting for his job…
at 08:37 5 Sep 2024
I think the reason he is on 'trial' as you suggest is because he shows no sign of changing and it is obvious to most that his current style and tactics will not work in this division. We only just made promotion last year, when we should have been top 2 (or 3) with that squad.
As for Sports Republic doing their due diligence, I did not see any reason for their decision to extend his contract at this stage, when he still had 2 years left and a lot to prove at this level. I would have been surprised if anyone else would have come in for him and if they did he would be have still been under contract. [Post edited 5 Sep 8:38]
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Reply | Tall Paul To Goztepe
at 16:56 4 Sep 2024
Goztepe must really love this arrangement with Saints/Sports Republic. |
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