leicesterlad1989

No. We are ****ing shit under his guidance. Carry on at our current rate and we will end up with a measly 23 points.

I wasn't a fan of "Maresca ball" but at least it made sense. It got the best out of the players we had. This shit however is bordering madness. He wants to play an attacking fullback and chooses not to pick the best attacking fullback we have for that role. He doesn't play both Mavididi or Fatawu because of this stupid inverted winger system. The game he plays Fatawu he plays him left wing! His persistence with Justin has been talked to death but is equally frustrating. W We lack creativity. We lack ideas. We lack an identity.

In fairness he's acting like a 3rd centre back most of the time. Its funny that the time he gets a game, he's not doing the attacking fullback role which quite clearly suits him. Instead we have to watch Luke Thomas kick the ball out of play or pass it backwards. COOPER OUT

It's clear to see even against against a lower league team that these tactics do not work. The team is so imbalanced at all times.

Awful. If anyone is going to defend that, I assume you got struck by lightning today. I never want a manager to fail but what can anyone take from the first 5 games to think we will be a success this season? The tactics are shocking. The personnel isn't correct. In game management is poor. Today was crying out for Fatawu AND Mavididi, particularly towards the end. But no, like for like changes. Hes walking a thin line already. I really hope he can turn it around.

Shit house manager who is scared to lose rather than trying to win. His recent Premier League record is abysmal. His away record is abysmal. So where are the wins going to come from? His tactics are strange. His in game management is non existent. Its alright though, I'm sure he'll turn it around 👍

Or it's the shitty system that Cooper is using. Cooper should be finding a system that fits the best players available. He seemingly won't start Fatawu and Mavididi together either. If Ricardo's legs have gone, which I don't believe they have, then we need to promote a youth player as Justin isn't good enough.

Coopers away record in the Premier League is shocking. Today was an example of why his away record is so poor. I'd have snapped your hand off for a point before the game because I saw how negative the starting 11 was. We managed to get into a 2 goal lead and somehow managed to get even more negative as the game progressed. Palace have been poor so far this season. Today was a great chance for our first 3 points. We blew it with stupid decision making (Coady) but mainly due to poor tactics at 2-1. It's still early days and I want him to succeed. But so far I don't think he's got his starting 11 right nor has he made changes at the right time and ultimately he'll be judged on that.

Ready for us to go 2 nil down. Make some attacking changes. Finish them game 2-1 with a good fightback once changes have been made. Comments of "we weren't that bad second half." Fully expecting attacking changes next game. Get the same 11 again. Rinse and repeat.

I'm a bit of a history nerd, so stumbling across this I was pleasantly surprised.

My Palace mate said he's a good signing but he also loves Ayew

I did as well mate and I'd agree. Stone Roses atmosphere was class. I've seen Liam a few times and I'm always on edge.

I'm torn. Their songs still resonate with people all these years later. It gives those who couldn't see them the chance to see them. That being said, crowds are usually full of dickheads.

Certainly a meh signing although he's joining us after one of his better seasons with 11 goal involvements in 35 games. I'll settle for that again. FWIW my friends a Palace season ticket holder and is gutted to see him go.

It wasn't part of the game plan and we were awful. Cooper has spoken about trying to address how we were first half as tatically that wasn't what he wanted. Second half was more what he expected. As a team we seemed to push a yard further up the pitch. For me, his position is one that's up for grabs.

One of footballs biggest clichés but it was a game of two halves. First half I thought we were shocking. I really struggled to see how we were setup. We gave them too much respect and gifted them so much space on our right hand side, which they easily exploited. Second half we just pushed further forward. Ndidi pressed further up field and got out of Winks' pocket. Ultimately we showed fight and as soon as we got the goal our confidence, both in the stands and on the pitch grew. We are a team that will be fighting relegation. Points like this are massive. This should be a confidence boost to fans and the players. Hopefully we get some players in, to improve us further.

I'll reserve my judgement until the window has closed. It's an area in which he will no doubt strengthen but there's clear priorities in other area of the pitch. Also, I find it mental that we sell KDH, who progress through our academy, in order to meet PSR or whatever ruling it is, to then sign a player for a similar amount of money, who coincidentally came through the Spurs academy. The whole financial thing is a joke.

The dawn of a new season is suppose to bring a sense of excitement, particularly for promoted teams. I just feel a sense of dread. The fact our opening game is on a Monday doesn't help matters either. I'm not entitled. I don't expect us to stay up. I don't expect a certain style of football. I will give Cooper a chance. I will cheer the team on every game but what is going on off the pitch is disgusting. Its making me fall out of love with football. Where is the communication between the club and fans? 2 years ago we clearly had financial problems. If that had been communicated to the fans, we'd have rallied round. Who knows what could have happened. Instead we had a half arsed Rodgers managing us, after clear broken promises from the club. We enter this season in a similar vain albeit with a much much worse squad. Our only hope this season is embracing an under dog status. We clearly can't rely upon the club to help us.

Not a fan then? 🤣 I think Palace have improved as they have a good manager rather than Zaha leaving. I'm good friends with a Palace fan and he'd take him back in a heartbeat. Granted, small sample size. Similar to you, I've always thought he's flattered to deceive but I've also thought that he could have made a step up to a better quality team. Seemingly it never really worked out for him. Would he improve us? Yes. In our current circumstances, I'd take a season of him being selfish and banging in some goals because currently I struggle to see where ours will come from. A front 3 of Zaha, Mavididi and Fatawu could at least provide an element of excitement. Personally I don't see him signing. Still has Palace written all over it.

I share your pain but I managed the psychological aspect by finding a sport/training style to compliment the growth. I've competed in powerlifting for the last 6 years. I am at a decent level nationally. I now look at my body of a byproduct of my strength. Also lifting in a sport where there are weight categories also helps keep my weight steady. The other, more boring way of doing it is tracking calories and gradually increasing, which will prevent a sudden weight gain.

Cant even spell LEE correct, so **** him.

But those players were already on our books and on long term contracts. Signing a player with two serious knee injuries is a big risk. If statistically he looked great prior to injuries then im sure we'd be a little excited about the potential signing. As it stands he seems crap and most haven't heard of him. I find it weirder if people weren't questioning this sort of deal.

Efficient football. Play to the players abilities, the opposition and the situation in the match. Don't be dicking about at the back with the ball when holding onto a slender lead in the last minute.

Under Enzo I understood him signing an extension given how important he was for how we'd play. But 3 years! Even under Enzo I'd question that.

Club legend. Was with us at our lowest and highest moments. Always lead and contributed on the pitch. Seems a likeable guy off the pitch too. Happy retirement 💙