Aus Fox Posted 7 May 2021 Share Posted 7 May 2021 7 minutes ago, UniFox21 said: Sounds a way to still piss people off Actually sounds much better than the alternative, be honest and upfront with people. 3 players are going as emergencies basically - and they should know that. I think this is great man management, it’s not a surprise when the first squad list is announced. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zear0 Posted 7 May 2021 Share Posted 7 May 2021 32 minutes ago, UniFox21 said: Sounds a way to still piss people off Appreciate it's a lose lose for all involved if that's the stance. Sure the players/clubs of the "useless three" will be delighted given the lack of break last summer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
st albans fox Posted 7 May 2021 Share Posted 7 May 2021 3 minutes ago, Zear0 said: Appreciate it's a lose lose for all involved if that's the stance. Sure the players/clubs of the "useless three" will be delighted given the lack of break last summer. not really - they will still be required to be in full training rather than the 'keep yourself fit' if they were at home on standby Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lambert09 Posted 7 May 2021 Share Posted 7 May 2021 2 hours ago, UniFox21 said: Sounds a way to still piss people off I know it’s a World Cup but I’m sure if you were told you were going to be a standby you’d probably rather be off on a yacht in Dubai with all your mates. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CosbehFox Posted 7 May 2021 Share Posted 7 May 2021 Being on standby was common for major tournaments until about 94/96. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
foxinsocks Posted 7 May 2021 Share Posted 7 May 2021 1 hour ago, Aus Fox said: Actually sounds much better than the alternative, be honest and upfront with people. 3 players are going as emergencies basically - and they should know that. I think this is great man management, it’s not a surprise when the first squad list is announced. Why deny someone the chance to fight for a place. Bonkers. I worry about southgate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UniFox21 Posted 7 May 2021 Share Posted 7 May 2021 34 minutes ago, Lambert09 said: I know it’s a World Cup but I’m sure if you were told you were going to be a standby you’d probably rather be off on a yacht in Dubai with all your mates. 33 minutes ago, Cardiff_Fox said: Being on standby was common for major tournaments until about 94/96. We've heard from players on numerous podcasts/post retiring that when you're told you aren't playing you train and prepare differently. Mentally in a different space which is hard to switch if there's a last minute change Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lambert09 Posted 7 May 2021 Share Posted 7 May 2021 54 minutes ago, UniFox21 said: We've heard from players on numerous podcasts/post retiring that when you're told you aren't playing you train and prepare differently. Mentally in a different space which is hard to switch if there's a last minute change Agreed. I mean just look at vards, he clearly didnt enjoy his time with england and he actually had a bit part role. I dont think we live in a world where the players are just desperate to be involved any more. Best case scenario, these guys get bumped to the bench and still wont play Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve_Guppy_Left_Foot Posted 7 May 2021 Share Posted 7 May 2021 Lovely listening to Ole moan about fixture conjestion. Man United have nobody to blame but themselves, suck it up and get on with it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Matt Posted 7 May 2021 Popular Post Share Posted 7 May 2021 Fair play to Burnley 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FoyleFox Posted 7 May 2021 Share Posted 7 May 2021 5 hours ago, UniFox21 said: Sounds a way to still piss people off If they don't move the Champions League Final now Turkey is on the red list, Gareth won't have 26 players available to select, they'll still be in quarantine hotels. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
foxes_rule1978 Posted 7 May 2021 Share Posted 7 May 2021 2 minutes ago, FoyleFox said: If they don't move the Champions League Final now Turkey is on the red list, Gareth won't have 26 players available to select, they'll still be in quarantine hotels. I might get my boots dusted off Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrefelderFox666 Posted 7 May 2021 Share Posted 7 May 2021 17 minutes ago, FoyleFox said: If they don't move the Champions League Final now Turkey is on the red list, Gareth won't have 26 players available to select, they'll still be in quarantine hotels. The government have really dropped UEFA in it. I am sure they purposely put Turkey on the red list because of this match, no doubt. Now they are making the most of the opportunity and trying to bring the game to the UK. If not, blame UEFA for no fans of the 2 clubs being in attendance in Turkey. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AjcW Posted 7 May 2021 Share Posted 7 May 2021 6 hours ago, UniFox21 said: Sounds a way to still piss people off I doubt he's got that many concerns really It's basically a home Euros, so it's not like you're dragging people across the continent for no reason. Players (especially the younger ones) should be happy to be in the squad for a major tournament to gain experience of how it all works. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
st albans fox Posted 7 May 2021 Share Posted 7 May 2021 47 minutes ago, FoyleFox said: If they don't move the Champions League Final now Turkey is on the red list, Gareth won't have 26 players available to select, they'll still be in quarantine hotels. If the players and staff are allowed to travel, what’s the chances that some of the players could pick it up and then take the virus to their national team bubbles post final ?? Surely uefa should be conscious of the risk this poses to their euro tournament??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrefelderFox666 Posted 7 May 2021 Share Posted 7 May 2021 5 minutes ago, st albans fox said: If the players and staff are allowed to travel, what’s the chances that some of the players could pick it up and then take the virus to their national team bubbles post final ?? Surely uefa should be conscious of the risk this poses to their euro tournament??? You have just used UEFA and conscious in the same sentence. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FoxesWalk Posted 7 May 2021 Share Posted 7 May 2021 https://www.theguardian.com/football/2021/may/07/solskjaer-ready-to-anger-clubs-chasing-top-four-spots-with-manchester-united-rotation-policy-leicester-liverpool?utm_term=Autofeed&CMP=twt_gu&utm_medium&utm_source=Twitter#Echobox=1620391556 So who will see an easier ride? Us or Liverpool? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wymsey Posted 7 May 2021 Share Posted 7 May 2021 Barnsley/Norwich//Swansea/Watford/Brentford/Brighton/Newcastle at home first game, please. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simFox Posted 7 May 2021 Share Posted 7 May 2021 On 03/05/2021 at 21:34, simFox said: Think we're going to regret drawing with Southampton. On 03/05/2021 at 21:41, Aus Fox said: In the same way Chelsea will regret losing to WBA, West Ham will regret losing to Newcastle, Liverpool will regret drawing with Newcastle and Leeds, Spurs will regret drawing with Everton. Some of you need to get a grip and realise this is football, no team wins every game! All results are possible in any premier league game and at the end of 38 games everyone will be where they deserve to be. Probably regret tonight more though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aus Fox Posted 7 May 2021 Share Posted 7 May 2021 2 minutes ago, simFox said: Probably regret tonight more though. You know what’s worse than the performance tonight? The amount of ‘fans’ who are absolutely loving it! With comments like this you’ve proved yourself to be a complete **** Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simFox Posted 7 May 2021 Share Posted 7 May 2021 Just now, Aus Fox said: You know what’s worse than the performance tonight? The amount of ‘fans’ who are absolutely loving it! With comments like this you’ve proved yourself to be a complete **** Eh? Not loving it one bit mate, at all. Worst but is that I work overseas so have to listen to all manner of supporters, mostly Chelsea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lcfcfoz Posted 7 May 2021 Share Posted 7 May 2021 (edited) Please all win this weekend Edited 7 May 2021 by lcfcfoz 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrefelderFox666 Posted 7 May 2021 Share Posted 7 May 2021 No, we need to do it ourself. If we can't, then we aren't good enough. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Aus Fox Posted 7 May 2021 Share Posted 7 May 2021 1 minute ago, KrefelderFox666 said: No, we need to do it ourself. If we can't, then we aren't good enough. Not quite, if they can’t do it themselves then they are not good enough... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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