MC Prussian Posted 2 January 2020 Share Posted 2 January 2020 (edited) 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 Edited 2 January 2020 by MC Prussian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuntman_Mike Posted 2 January 2020 Share Posted 2 January 2020 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ric Flair Posted 2 January 2020 Share Posted 2 January 2020 Ward Justin Morgan Soyuncu Fuchs Choudhury Gray Praet Tielemans Barnes Iheanacho Subs: Albrighton, Maddison, Jakupovic, Hirst, Evans, Chilwell, Mendy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicolo Barella Posted 2 January 2020 Share Posted 2 January 2020 Ward Benkovic Morgan Soyuncu Praet Ndidi Hamza Ricardo Iheanacho Vardy Barnes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest seanfox778 Posted 2 January 2020 Share Posted 2 January 2020 Why do all the games kick off 1 minute later than usual? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimbo Posted 2 January 2020 Share Posted 2 January 2020 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. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimbo Posted 2 January 2020 Share Posted 2 January 2020 Just now, seanfox778 said: Why do all the games kick off 1 minute later than usual? Mental health awareness, take a minute to think about yourself and all that 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fox85 Posted 2 January 2020 Share Posted 2 January 2020 1 minute ago, seanfox778 said: Why do all the games kick off 1 minute later than usual? There all having a minutes silence because of man Utds loss to non league arsenal yesterday!! 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rachhere Posted 2 January 2020 Share Posted 2 January 2020 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unabomber Posted 2 January 2020 Share Posted 2 January 2020 Is this on tv? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bourbon Fox Posted 2 January 2020 Share Posted 2 January 2020 6 minutes ago, Unabomber said: Is this on tv? No, but you can watch it on Bet365 or stream it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bourbon Fox Posted 2 January 2020 Share Posted 2 January 2020 We could start Birch for this Either way, Wigan-na win Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Detroit Blues Posted 2 January 2020 Share Posted 2 January 2020 35 minutes ago, Unabomber said: Is this on tv? Looks like this game (and the rest of the FA cup) is on ESPN+ if you have a VPN. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris_lcfc_85 Posted 2 January 2020 Share Posted 2 January 2020 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unabomber Posted 2 January 2020 Share Posted 2 January 2020 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 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
surrifox Posted 2 January 2020 Share Posted 2 January 2020 anyone remember the horror show against Millwall a couple of years back? No ridiculous selections ( eg Benkovic) please Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HighPeakFox Posted 2 January 2020 Share Posted 2 January 2020 Different manager, different times. I'm confident, whichever team he puts out. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
urban.spaceman Posted 2 January 2020 Share Posted 2 January 2020 A foot in both camps quiz on their official site... https://wiganathletic.com/news/2020/january/Played-for-Both-Quiz-Wigan-Athletic-and-Leicester-City/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan LCFC Posted 2 January 2020 Share Posted 2 January 2020 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
filbertway Posted 2 January 2020 Share Posted 2 January 2020 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarriedaLeicesterGirl Posted 2 January 2020 Share Posted 2 January 2020 Ward Justin Morgan Cags Fuchs Praet Hamza Gray Barnes Albrighton Nacho Bench: Jacko, Benko, Maddison, Ricardo, Ayose, Muskwe, Leshebela 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alf Bentley Posted 2 January 2020 Share Posted 2 January 2020 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.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StanSP Posted 2 January 2020 Share Posted 2 January 2020 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Out Foxed Posted 2 January 2020 Share Posted 2 January 2020 praet and mendy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Nacho Posted 2 January 2020 Share Posted 2 January 2020 I will say two words about Wigan, set pieces. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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