Babylon Posted 21 August 2018 Posted 21 August 2018 6 minutes ago, StriderHiryu said: This is about Arsenal, so why am I posting it here? Well the deeper sub context is around being stubborn in trying to get a footballing style and philosophy to stick, and the other is to adapt and make the best of what you have in your squad. I think it's relevant to us because I think we all know what route our manager is taking, and our own fans opinion is highly split on the subject. Rather taking one side or the other, I think it's genuinely an interesting discussion and fascinating to hear points for and against it. Our squad is aging and needed a total revamp, if we are going to change styles then it's the perfect time to do so. Rather than sticking to a style that did not work any more.
StriderHiryu Posted 21 August 2018 Posted 21 August 2018 20 minutes ago, Babylon said: Our squad is aging and needed a total revamp, if we are going to change styles then it's the perfect time to do so. Rather than sticking to a style that did not work any more. I agree which is why I think Puel is worth sticking with. I would note similar things he did last season to what Emery is doing this. He gave multiple chances to players like Danny Simpson, Wes Morgan, Diabate, Okazaki, Dragovic, Slimani, Nacho, Iborra, Silva, Choudhury, etc. Most if not all of the players in the squad have at one point or another had a run of games in the team to show what they could do, the latest of which is the forgotten man Mendy. Come the summer we made major signings in specific positions after the manager deemed those players not able to play the style of football he wanted. I'd argue that the ones put straight into the first team have already shown their worth, and the players that have retained their positions have shown they can adapt to the new style such as Vardy, Albrighton and Ndidi. You can question the style of football we are trying to achieve, but I agree with you that if we are going to try and change it, then now is the best possible time to do it. I think we will go through some teething pains this season, but that the overall net gain will be more than worth it. Some players from our two games already seemed to have improved a LOT, e.g. I love seeing Gray sprint back to win the ball back when we lose it upfield. I honestly had him down as a lazy player, but he's changed my mind. We shall see how it goes!
Koke Posted 21 August 2018 Posted 21 August 2018 27 minutes ago, StriderHiryu said: This is about Arsenal, so why am I posting it here? Well the deeper sub context is around being stubborn in trying to get a footballing style and philosophy to stick, and the other is to adapt and make the best of what you have in your squad. I think it's relevant to us because I think we all know what route our manager is taking, and our own fans opinion is highly split on the subject. Rather taking one side or the other, I think it's genuinely an interesting discussion and fascinating to hear points for and against it. Bleep out the names Unai Emery and Arsenal and you would think they were talking about Leicester City (bar the mentioning of winning the title of course).
Dan Posted 21 August 2018 Posted 21 August 2018 6 hours ago, Corky said: I've just decided to switch off the radio if there is continual top six club chat. It is different people saying the same thing. Yet TalkSport were discussing QPR, the Championship and boardroom stuff last night and I stuck with it and found it interesting. Just hope I can find more varied content at some point. Fully agree. I'd genuinely rather hear about QPR's situation than Liverpool being wanked over from every angle. Proper footballing issues rather than appeasing glory hunters.
UPinCarolina Posted 21 August 2018 Posted 21 August 2018 8 hours ago, mozartfox said: Along with Divorce Lawyers. Heard that is the most dangerous profession bar none, including military service and law enforcement.
Corky Posted 22 August 2018 Posted 22 August 2018 10 hours ago, Dan LCFC said: Fully agree. I'd genuinely rather hear about QPR's situation than Liverpool being wanked over from every angle. Proper footballing issues rather than appeasing glory hunters. I know it sounds a bit like reverse football snobbery but it isn't, for me. Rarer content always seems more interesting and you can tell the difference between the pundits that want to cover it and those that have to.
Koke Posted 22 August 2018 Posted 22 August 2018 25 minutes covering every minute detail of Mourinho/Liverpool, and end the segment with "quick word on Brighton, Bob". ",They'll be alright, John" Shame that most content out there is more less exclusively dedicated to the top 6. As Corky said, you can tell which pundits & journalists that want to cover other teams and those who are forced to.
UniFox21 Posted 22 August 2018 Posted 22 August 2018 11 minutes ago, Koke said: 25 minutes covering every minute detail of Mourinho/Liverpool, and end the segment with "quick word on Brighton, Bob". ",They'll be alright, John" Shame that most content out there is more less exclusively dedicated to the top 6. As Corky said, you can tell which pundits & journalists that want to cover other teams and those who are forced to. The time and energy spent on analysing the Top 6 is barmy. Just look at the Utd game on Sky, we didn't get a proper mention till 45 minutes into the programme, a few before kick off.
Dan Posted 22 August 2018 Posted 22 August 2018 3 hours ago, Corky said: I know it sounds a bit like reverse football snobbery but it isn't, for me. Rarer content always seems more interesting and you can tell the difference between the pundits that want to cover it and those that have to. That's it for me as well. I'm far from one of these that is resentful of successful teams and clubs, I just get fed up of creating narratives to pander to people who support clubs you almost feel probably for that kind of reason. It's a cycle.
davieG Posted 22 August 2018 Posted 22 August 2018 7 minutes ago, moore_94 said: Might fit in here better -
Jattdogg Posted 22 August 2018 Posted 22 August 2018 Listening to any word that comes out of carraghers mouth hurts my brain.
ARM1968 Posted 22 August 2018 Posted 22 August 2018 23 hours ago, mozartfox said: Along with Divorce Lawyers. And women
ARM1968 Posted 22 August 2018 Posted 22 August 2018 Ahem. My son posted that. Just split up with his girlfriend of 9 days or something. Thought I’d leave it for posterity. It’s ok though ladies, I’ve beaten him for his bitterness.
mozartfox Posted 22 August 2018 Posted 22 August 2018 1 hour ago, ARM1968 said: And women Careful now.....Suzie tF might be reading this thread.
ARM1968 Posted 22 August 2018 Posted 22 August 2018 Just now, mozartfox said: Careful now.....Suzie tF might be reading this thread. See subsequent post. The issue has been dealt with firmly. His nose has just stopped bleeding - after I’d showed his mum what he posted ?
ARM1968 Posted 22 August 2018 Posted 22 August 2018 3 hours ago, Finnegan said: Christ Jamie Carragher is Scouse Fixed that for you.
Carl the Llama Posted 22 August 2018 Posted 22 August 2018 6 hours ago, ARM1968 said: See subsequent post. The issue has been dealt with firmly. His nose has just stopped bleeding - after I’d showed his mum what he posted ? So you beat up your son?
Tuna Posted 23 August 2018 Posted 23 August 2018 Pellegrini at West Ham has gone (so far) like the media expected Ranieri to do here.
don_danbury Posted 23 August 2018 Posted 23 August 2018 4 minutes ago, Tuna said: Pellegrini at West Ham has gone (so far) like the media expected Ranieri to do here. no idea why people where hyping west ham up. guy is overrated as they come.
Md9 Posted 23 August 2018 Posted 23 August 2018 Looks like Burnley struggled tonight plus got a red for Gibson
brucey Posted 23 August 2018 Posted 23 August 2018 I hope Burnley get through to the group stage, if only for the selfish reason that they will be significantly affected in the league.
Wymsey Posted 23 August 2018 Posted 23 August 2018 2 hours ago, Tuna said: Pellegrini at West Ham has gone (so far) like the media expected Ranieri to do here. Never want any club to go down generally, but really want them to get relegated in particular. Imagine a West Ham v Fleetwood game at London Stadium in the Championship.
Fox92 Posted 23 August 2018 Posted 23 August 2018 Away goal is decent, mind. Still think Olympiakos will be too strong for them.
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