Author Topic: Blackpool v Liverpool 12th January 2011. 8 PM (Pre match thread) (Read 114749 times)

Alpherah · « **Reply #1880 on:** January 12, 2011, 08:58:12 pm »

CP off, Jonjo on. Shift lucas back to DM would be my HT change.
Then Jovanavic off first sub for Maxi.

RobbieRedman · « **Reply #1881 on:** January 12, 2011, 08:58:14 pm »

Quote from: Nebnotsew on January 12, 2011, 08:56:00 pm

I'd like to swap Johnson and Kelly so Johnson can get forwards and Kelly sits and is defensively solid

me too, was thinking that after 20 mins to be honest. or both on the right, GJ in front

smicer07 · « **Reply #1882 on:** January 12, 2011, 08:58:18 pm »

Quote from: WorldChampions on January 12, 2011, 08:57:50 pm

Solid half, they just got a lucky goal. Agger tackled him but it ended up bouncing to him and he was clean through.

Yeah it was all a bit Michael Thomas.

Shepnois · « **Reply #1883 on:** January 12, 2011, 08:58:22 pm »

It's such a shame we have no quality out wide, I think Babel would've got on pretty well tonight. Started well, great goal then about 3 individual mistakes cost us a goal and we lost the heads for 10+ mins. Started to get a grip on the game towards end of the half but in the final third we've really left ourselves down, no final product. Id get Maxi on pretty soon. Still though we've looked decent enough, can see us scoring a few if things go to plan.

eitzel · « **Reply #1884 on:** January 12, 2011, 08:58:23 pm »

We need someone in the centre putting their foot on it and giving the side some direction. Not lacking effort just sloppy.

Caffeine · « **Reply #1885 on:** January 12, 2011, 08:58:31 pm »

Poor crossing but good high-tempo passing with full-backs providing width. If we could put some decent balls in we'd be quite effective. Agree with swapping Kelly and Glen, would be an astute move imo.

Kuyt or Jova for Maxi please.

JackWard33 · « **Reply #1886 on:** January 12, 2011, 08:58:34 pm »

This game is perfect for Maxi - space everywhere.

Good game no evidence of either defence and there's bound to be more goals.
Nice to see us away from home and setting out to win the game!

GerrardL · « **Reply #1887 on:** January 12, 2011, 08:58:39 pm »

Obviously, we need a new left back. Johnson does't seem to get adapted to left side

Cribertinokes · « **Reply #1888 on:** January 12, 2011, 08:58:53 pm »

Quote from: gregorio on January 12, 2011, 08:57:50 pm

Cole is in the stand isn't he?

Oh yeah, urrrrh, N'Gog instead then.

SRAWL · « **Reply #1889 on:** January 12, 2011, 08:58:57 pm »

Quote from: gregorio on January 12, 2011, 08:57:50 pm

Cole is in the stand isn't he?

Injured isn't he?

koptommy93 · « **Reply #1890 on:** January 12, 2011, 08:59:06 pm »

come redmen this win would do wonders for our confidence

sideshowme · « **Reply #1891 on:** January 12, 2011, 08:59:08 pm »

not bad so far, nary a hoof to be seen, but sadly a couple of players are severely disrupting the slickness. it's a step in the right direction, as long as we don't lose.

poulsen has been impressive. are my eyes deceiving me?

Dav · « **Reply #1892 on:** January 12, 2011, 08:59:08 pm »

Quote from: El_9_Nino on January 12, 2011, 08:56:54 pm

Who?

Obviously Christian Poulsen, the son of Paul

This game is definitely winnable.

P45 · « **Reply #1893 on:** January 12, 2011, 08:59:14 pm »

Look, we have a new manager with a different style of football, the players need a little time to adapt, so give them all a realistic chance, more than 45 minutes.

INABITSKI · « **Reply #1894 on:** January 12, 2011, 08:59:18 pm »

Started well, cracking finish and the lads playing with confidence. Sloppy goal to give away then it's Blackpool back at us. Could do with keeping hold of the ball for a bit, make them chase the game.

Step it up lads.

WorldChampions · « **Reply #1895 on:** January 12, 2011, 08:59:19 pm »

Quote from: gregorio on January 12, 2011, 08:58:11 pm

you call that a tackle?

Yeah.

Redman0151 · « **Reply #1896 on:** January 12, 2011, 08:59:35 pm »

I just really think this starting line up lacks finishing prowess. Apart from Torres there are no natural goal scorers (Kuyt hasn't been clinical since he came from Holland) up there and you can't rely solely on one man to score. I am worried.

JovaJova · « **Reply #1897 on:** January 12, 2011, 08:59:42 pm »

Quote from: Borninbethlehem on January 12, 2011, 08:57:29 pm

Getting into some great positions, but the final ball is absolutely shite. Jova, Johnson and Kuyt have al had chances to get a good cross in, but all fucked it up. Add to that Lucas and Meireles are pretty poor in the final third also, hence the reason why we are struggling at the moment.

Torres looks up for it which is a major bonus, and his goal was great. I expect more goals, and the game could go either way. Both teams look pretty shocking defensively.

I know it is rather obvious but the difference between a barca player and a liverpool player when they get in that pocket of space between the midfield and defence is just startling. Unless it is Gerrard you pretty much always know one of our attackers is going to waste possession with some sort of shocking attempt at a final ball to Torres.

vivabobbygraham · « **Reply #1898 on:** January 12, 2011, 08:59:52 pm »

Quote from: Dr. Beaker on January 12, 2011, 08:55:54 pm

Dalglish for Kuyt.

Digger for Jova

Fiasco · « **Reply #1899 on:** January 12, 2011, 09:00:02 pm »

Final ball needs to improve, need a little bit of creativity in the final third. Maybe Maxi will come on or Ngog with a bit more pace. Kept the ball really well in parts though I think. Kuyt's been poor, Meireles off the pace. Poulsen has been okay, no more or no worse than that, anyone saying ' He's been fucking shite ' is not watching the same game.

El Denzel Pepito · « **Reply #1900 on:** January 12, 2011, 09:00:14 pm »

Quote from: Dav on January 12, 2011, 08:59:08 pm

Obviously Christian Poulsen, the son of Paul

This game is definitely winnable.

Agree with you on that one mate.

L666KOP · « **Reply #1901 on:** January 12, 2011, 09:00:17 pm »

Kuyt and Jova have been woeful, neither could hit a cows arse with a banjo.

And I'd just like to say, if Roy had set this team up in terms of personnel and positions, there'd have been a pitch invasion, and RAWK would be in meltdown.

Digger2God · « **Reply #1902 on:** January 12, 2011, 09:00:26 pm »

Quote from: JackWard33 on January 12, 2011, 08:58:34 pm

This game is perfect for Maxi - space everywhere.
Good game no evidence of either defence and there's bound to be more goals.
Nice to see us away from home and setting out to win the game!

I would love to see Maxi in the hole. Maybe take off Poulsen and drop Raul back in the middle.

itsgunnabebarnes! · « **Reply #1903 on:** January 12, 2011, 09:00:27 pm »

Quote from: WorldChampions on January 12, 2011, 08:59:19 pm

Yeah.

Agger should have gone through him. Not dangle a leg.

Calciotore · « **Reply #1904 on:** January 12, 2011, 09:00:42 pm »

Much better than recent games,we look better with the ball,but a bit fragile without it.

Considering all the changes,not too bad.

Come on Reds!

smurfinaus · « **Reply #1905 on:** January 12, 2011, 09:00:42 pm »

Bit late just started to watch the game. What formation are we playing?

smicer07 · « **Reply #1906 on:** January 12, 2011, 09:00:54 pm »

Quote from: L666KOP on January 12, 2011, 09:00:17 pm

Kuyt and Jova have been woeful, neither could hit a cows arse with a banjo.

And I'd just like to say, if Roy had set this team up in terms of personnel and positions, there'd have been a pitch invasion, and RAWK would be in meltdown.

Yes there would, but if Roy had picked this team and we'd played like we have first half, there wouldn't be many complaints.

jaffod · « **Reply #1907 on:** January 12, 2011, 09:01:08 pm »

Disappointing to see Jovanovic has been turd, was hoping he'd grab his chance.

Seebab · « **Reply #1908 on:** January 12, 2011, 09:01:13 pm »

Quote from: Fiasco on January 12, 2011, 09:00:02 pm

Final ball needs to improve, need a little bit of creativity in the final third. Maybe Maxi will come on or Ngog with a bit more pace. Kept the ball really well in parts though I think. Kuyt's been poor, Meireles off the pace. Poulsen has been okay, no more or no worse than that, anyone saying ' He's been fucking shite ' is not watching the same game.

Agreed. Poulsen's provided some good tackles but at the same time his passing has been a bit off. Better than I've seen him before though.

Crackerjack Sam · « **Reply #1909 on:** January 12, 2011, 09:01:18 pm »

Great start! But the goal we gave away showed lack of strength in the tackle from Agger. Could've been 2/3 down if we didn't quickly correct our errors. Had a good spell near the end of the half.
IMO they're there for the taking! Have to be quicker and sharper with passes. More bite in midfield in the tackles. Though I'm worried that this virgin ref might give a red for a good challenge.
I'd rather Kuyt come off or change position. His lack of pace is frustrating!

Crossing and tackling better in the 2nd.
As for Lucas! Keep going lad!
COME ON REDMEN

Disintegration · « **Reply #1910 on:** January 12, 2011, 09:01:25 pm »

Big change in mentality, which is refreshing - Ball on the floor! Unfortunately, we have two many average players - Jovanovic and Kuyt on the flanks offer nothing, and I'm sure will be sent on their way come the summer. Until, we have to cope.

soxfan · « **Reply #1911 on:** January 12, 2011, 09:01:25 pm »

Quote from: PP345 on January 12, 2011, 08:59:14 pm

Look, we have a new manager with a different style of football, the players need a little time to adapt, so give them all a realistic chance, more than 45 minutes.

Judge him after 10 games.

ds2190 · « **Reply #1912 on:** January 12, 2011, 09:01:35 pm »

Quote from: jaffod on January 12, 2011, 09:01:08 pm

Disappointing to see Jovanovic has been turd, was hoping he'd grab his chance.

He's made some decent runs but passes/crosses have been pretty poor

WorldChampions · « **Reply #1913 on:** January 12, 2011, 09:01:36 pm »

Quote from: itsgunnabebarnes! on January 12, 2011, 09:00:27 pm

Agger should have gone through him. Not dangle a leg.

His weight was over the other side of his body so he couldn't get any strength behind the tackle but he played the ball. Raul left us horribly open due to a blind pass.

killer-heels · « **Reply #1914 on:** January 12, 2011, 09:01:42 pm »

Started off well and good to see us pressing and attempting to pass the ball on the floor. Energy has been good also.

However, the lack of quality in our attackers is clearly showing in and around the box and once again, our wingers are letting us down. They haven't been a threat at all.

robbie96 · « **Reply #1915 on:** January 12, 2011, 09:01:58 pm »

Quote from: Scribble8 on January 12, 2011, 08:55:42 pm

We're gonna win. We're gonna win. We're gonna win. We're gonna win. We're gonna win.

Yes we can!

Torres brace anyone!

Didi_ram · « **Reply #1916 on:** January 12, 2011, 09:02:05 pm »

I think Kenny will give it 10 minutes before contemplating a change.Maybe a 4-4-2.Taking off Poulsen,and putting N'gog up front.

Ron · « **Reply #1917 on:** January 12, 2011, 09:02:21 pm »

It's not really, ehm, new.
Or different.
Still very unsure in there passing, and worse in tackling then the opponent.
We need to man up a little, act like we are the better team.

Butcher Knife Roberto · « **Reply #1918 on:** January 12, 2011, 09:02:32 pm »

Got to say at least we're playing some good football for a change, small errors aside it has been far better to watch. Jova is running out of gas and needs to be subbed, ideally for Maxi, likewise I think we need to get Shelvey involved in some sort of creative role. I'd shift Meireles deeper, take off CP and pop Jonjo in the space behind Torres. Much better all round though.

A Feint Zebra · « **Reply #1919 on:** January 12, 2011, 09:02:36 pm »

Torres actually looks a little like Torres today. Great goal too. His second one will be a screamer.

His third one will just be a tap in.