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Lcfc-1992

Wigan Pre Match Thread

By Lcfc-1992, in Leicester City Forum

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MC Prussian

MC Prussian

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9 hours ago, twister said:

dont take the piss to much Wigan just won at Birmingham, should of beaten derby

 

I think they have been unlucky this year, with a goal scorer they would be much better off

Which is good news for us.

 

I'd field a second-string starting XI mostly, complemented by a handful of regular first teamers on the bench (just in case we're walking into trouble):

 

Ward

 

James

Morgan

Benkovic (?)

Fuchs

 

Albrighton

Choudhury/Mendy

Praet (if fit)

Barnes

 

Perez

 

Iheanacho

 

Subs: Jakupovic, Söyüncü, Chilwell, Tielemans, Mendy/Choudhury, Maddison, Gray

Stuntman_Mike

Stuntman_Mike

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Happy for 11 changes providing the bench is as strong as possible should we need it. 

 

We can't afford to take this easy as they will be dangerous with no pressure on them. 

 

 

Ric Flair

Ric Flair

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Ward

 

Justin

Morgan

Soyuncu

Fuchs

 

Choudhury

 

Gray

Praet

Tielemans

Barnes

 

Iheanacho

 

Subs: Albrighton, Maddison, Jakupovic, Hirst, Evans, Chilwell, Mendy

Guest seanfox778

Guest seanfox778

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Why do all the games kick off 1 minute later than usual? 

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Jimbo

Jimbo

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No way we should play Benkovic without Evans as a partner. Pairing him with Wes is a recipe for disaster. As good as a defender as Wes has been we've all seen the benefit of having him playing with someone who reads the game better ie Huth and Evans

 

Pairing Benkovic with Wes will leave us exposed and could cause Benkovic to go backwards, if at all possible, in his development. Don't underestimate the importance of this game from a confidence and consistency point of view. With a busy month coming up, and 2 big games against Villa, keeping a good run together is huge and a loss to Wigan and a 2nd successive loss in the 3rd round to lower league opposition would really dent confidence and cause some unrest in the stands.

 

I agree changes are needed and shouldn't (fingers crossed) affect us, but playing a young centre half in his first start with a good old fashioned stopper rather than someone more cultured in Evans would not be good for the lad.

 

It's a good opportunity for him though I doubt he's anywhere near the 1st team right now, which goes to show the gulf in class between the Scottish premiership and the Premier league.

Jimbo

Jimbo

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Just now, seanfox778 said:

Why do all the games kick off 1 minute later than usual? 

Screenshot_20200102-104900_Score Centre.jpg

Mental health awareness, take a minute to think about yourself and all that

Fox85

Fox85

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1 minute ago, seanfox778 said:

Why do all the games kick off 1 minute later than usual? 

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There all having a minutes silence because of man Utds loss to non league arsenal yesterday!!

rachhere

rachhere

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34 minutes ago, Jimbo said:

No way we should play Benkovic without Evans as a partner. Pairing him with Wes is a recipe for disaster. As good as a defender as Wes has been we've all seen the benefit of having him playing with someone who reads the game better ie Huth and Evans

 

Pairing Benkovic with Wes will leave us exposed and could cause Benkovic to go backwards, if at all possible, in his development. Don't underestimate the importance of this game from a confidence and consistency point of view. With a busy month coming up, and 2 big games against Villa, keeping a good run together is huge and a loss to Wigan and a 2nd successive loss in the 3rd round to lower league opposition would really dent confidence and cause some unrest in the stands.

 

I agree changes are needed and shouldn't (fingers crossed) affect us, but playing a young centre half in his first start with a good old fashioned stopper rather than someone more cultured in Evans would not be good for the lad.

 

It's a good opportunity for him though I doubt he's anywhere near the 1st team right now, which goes to show the gulf in class between the Scottish premiership and the Premier league.

This is the conclusion I came to. But it's a dilemma as Jonny really could go with a match off. 

chris_lcfc_85

chris_lcfc_85

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I wouldn't go ridiculously under strength for this, just 'utilise' the squad like we did for West Ham

 

Wouldn't play Benkovic, I would rest Evans and play Morgan and Soyuncu.

Mendy to play and maybe Praet if he's fit.

 

Iheanacho up top and start Albrighton/Barnes or Gray

Unabomber

Unabomber

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48 minutes ago, Detroit Blues said:

Looks like this game (and the rest of the FA cup) is on ESPN+ if you have a VPN. 

Thanks I will go to the game

Dan

Dan

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Will Wigan be that up for this? I wouldn't be shocked if they threw it somewhat as they've got their own league problems. Wouldn't be surprised at all if they made a load of changes themselves.

 

That's the reason I was so happy with this draw. I cannot see anything other than a comfortable Leicester win here. What's good is that under Rodgers I feel like we can make significant changes and still be good for it. We're just a well coached team.

filbertway

filbertway

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10 minutes ago, Dan LCFC said:

Will Wigan be that up for this? I wouldn't be shocked if they threw it somewhat as they've got their own league problems. Wouldn't be surprised at all if they made a load of changes themselves.

 

That's the reason I was so happy with this draw. I cannot see anything other than a comfortable Leicester win here. What's good is that under Rodgers I feel like we can make significant changes and still be good for it. We're just a well coached team.

Yeah Albrighton said in an interview recently that the players all know their roles, even if they're on the bench or not even in the squad. They all know what is expected of them should they get the call up to the first XI. That's been very evident in the times where we've made a fair few changes.

Alf Bentley

Alf Bentley

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1 hour ago, MarriedaLeicesterGirl said:

Ward

Justin Morgan Cags Fuchs 

Praet Hamza

Gray Barnes Albrighton

Nacho

 

Bench: Jacko, Benko, Maddison, Ricardo, Ayose, Muskwe, Leshebela

 

He's pumped up and ready....

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StanSP

StanSP

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Ward

 

Justin - Morgan - Evans - Fuchs

 

Choudhury

 

Mendy* - Tielemans

 

Albrighton - Iheanacho - Gray

 

Although it's an FA Cup tie against weaker opposition, it's still important to win it and continue good momentum gained after 2 wins following 2 losses. 

 

*Praet should play if Mendy doesn't. I wouldn't mind if Youri did play though as well just to get some confidence back to kickstart some good form too. Same with Barnes instead of Albrighton or Gray.

 

The front 3 definitely have enough in them to score/create against a Wigan side.

 

There's enough leadership and experience to make sure we stay professional in the game, especially at the back. Justin has played quality in his appearances so far and this is a great game for him to continue to show that. 

 

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