Bugg Posted 18 June 2011 Posted 18 June 2011 I think your right i think Sven is out of his depth in this league he doesnt see past the premier league in his signings this is why we are struggling to sign players ! We were told that Sven knew exactly what was needed this season to improve the team so where are the signings i think the he is down to his 4th and 5th choices at best and i fear the worst here. !! Yeah, you're right, It's not like we've been trying to sign players who play in this league or even the league below and sven has only been looking at premier league players...
MC Prussian Posted 18 June 2011 Posted 18 June 2011 Prussian, my dear friend! This may be another occasion when we agree to disagree! If we are to be promoted, then an examination of the opening games during August and September on previous four occasions we achieved that, shows: in 2008/9 (League 1 to CCC), first nine games - Won 7; Drew 1; Lost 1 in 2002/3 (Div 1 to PL), first eleven games - Won 8; Drew 2; Lost 1 in 1995/6 (Div 1 to PL) first ten games - Won 6; Drew 2; Lost 2 in 1993/4 (Div 1 to PL) first nine games - Won 6; Drew1; Lost 2 On that basis, we need to win at least 6 of our first nine games and ideally lose no more than one! And that is NOT going to be a cakewalk! A strong start to the season is one thing - maintaining form throughout the season another. You can still finish the season on a high after a slow start. The teams doing a consistent job over 46 games win - THAT is not a cakewalk. For that, you need a team, a unit. And depth in squad (in case of injuries, suspensions). It's a marathon, not a sprint, Pete.
Guest Col city fan Posted 18 June 2011 Posted 18 June 2011 So to be a little more serious, what made me write that? First and foremost, it was my reaction to West Ham's signing of Kevin Nolan but it was also tempered by an explanation from the Club during an interview the other day as to why nothing has transpired to date but with the promise that there will be significant additions to the squad in the next couple of weeks or so. It is of course frustrating for fans not knowing what is going on behind the scenes and we have to accept that negotiations are best conducted in privacy to avoid being gazumped by some other club.[/font The release of the fixture list yesterday has at least brought it home to some fans that this is not going to be an easy season and just because the bookies have made us joint favourites to be promoted, doesn't mean that we will. We have lost the services of some excellent players and it is essential that they are replaced by players of at least equal if not betterquality. And of course, we are not the only Club on the look-out for these players. [/font But having said that, it is important that the players we get complement each other. We need a 'team' where every player not only plays for each other but plays for Leicester City. Our first match this season is on July 12th, in just 24 days time v IK Sirius with two more games before playing arguably one of the best teams in the world. I pray that this will be a spectacle and not ahumiliation![/font BUT on August 6th, we need to hit the ground running. It is absolutely essential that we get off to the best possible start. Ideally we want all 15 points in the bag by the end of August – nine or less will be a disappointment. So going back to top of this thread, remember two sayings: 'There's many a true word spoken in jest' and 'The truth often hurts'. I enjoyed the irony of the first post Pete and I'm not sure everyone got it. I also agree with this one Prussian is right.. It's not a sprint it's a marathon, but to get us playing as a team right from the off, and to get a great start will excite the fans, probably increase attendances and show that we are the real deal
wellyfox Posted 18 June 2011 Posted 18 June 2011 Prussian, my dear friend! This may be another occasion when we agree to disagree! If we are to be promoted, then an examination of the opening games during August and September on previous four occasions we achieved that, shows: in 2008/9 (League 1 to CCC), first nine games - Won 7; Drew 1; Lost 1 in 2002/3 (Div 1 to PL), first eleven games - Won 8; Drew 2; Lost 1 in 1995/6 (Div 1 to PL) first ten games - Won 6; Drew 2; Lost 2 in 1993/4 (Div 1 to PL) first nine games - Won 6; Drew1; Lost 2 On that basis, we need to win at least 6 of our first nine games and ideally lose no more than one! And that is NOT going to be a cakewalk! To a point I agree but did we start with the same sort of games. Cov Scum n Trees away last yrs play off's Reading in our first few games
stockyfox Posted 18 June 2011 Author Posted 18 June 2011 CCF.Thank heaven someone can keep a sense of perspective and reality. Some folk must lead very serious lives! I know the great Bill Shankley said that football is not a matter of life and death, it's more important than that. But it's a pity that rarely do we read posts which may add a sense of humour or bring a smile to one's face. Everybody is entitled to their opinion and I will defend that principle even if I totally disagree with what is said. Over the years, I have gone through about every emotion possible in following Leicester and there is nothing on this earth that would make me change or withdraw that support.
Wherethefoxhat? Posted 8 July 2011 Posted 8 July 2011 I have it on good authority that in the next few daysLeicester are hoping to sign Nobody. They have been tracking the progress of Nobody for severalmonths and are delighted to discover that Nobody is now available. This is yet another major coup for the Club and it meansthat Useless can now complete his transfer to Oblivion in South American. A spokesperson said the fans can expect Nobody to score 30goals or more this season. Nobody may also feature in the back four and indeed, Nobodymay well prove to be the rock that will ultimately strengthen the Defence. Nobody has also been in goal on occasions but too many goalswere conceded as a result. However, it is probably in midfield that Nobody will shineand the fans will soon recognise that the free transfer of Nobody will turn outto be one of the bargain acquisitions of the season.. As his agent said 'Nobody's perfect'. Nobody is currently at the Walkers undergoing a medical. Nobodyis looking forward to the new season and is really happy about being sent toCoventry on August 6th. ThIs is expected to be the prelude to further severalsignings in the next two or three weeks. Ermmmm...........feeling anything yet ?????
Sniffer-Clarke Posted 8 July 2011 Posted 8 July 2011 I have it on good authority that in the next few daysLeicester are hoping to sign Nobody. They have been tracking the progress of Nobody for severalmonths and are delighted to discover that Nobody is now available. This is yet another major coup for the Club and it meansthat Useless can now complete his transfer to Oblivion in South American. A spokesperson said the fans can expect Nobody to score 30goals or more this season. Nobody may also feature in the back four and indeed, Nobodymay well prove to be the rock that will ultimately strengthen the Defence. Nobody has also been in goal on occasions but too many goalswere conceded as a result. However, it is probably in midfield that Nobody will shineand the fans will soon recognise that the free transfer of Nobody will turn outto be one of the bargain acquisitions of the season.. As his agent said 'Nobody's perfect'. Nobody is currently at the Walkers undergoing a medical. Nobodyis looking forward to the new season and is really happy about being sent toCoventry on August 6th. ThIs is expected to be the prelude to further severalsignings in the next two or three weeks. "Are you pissed"
PAULCFC Posted 9 July 2011 Posted 9 July 2011 well at least we've got a couple of somebodys in..........patience is a virtue
MPH Posted 9 July 2011 Posted 9 July 2011 It's frustrating to see rivals signing players etc while we do nothing. I also think many Foxes fans thought there would be some sort of spending jamboree this summer. Personally I prefer controlled intelligent spending on the right men for the job at the right price. If Yakubu et al are only coming if we offer some overblown package for their services then fine, jog on and we will sign players who have something to give the club other than just an empty bank account. Sometimes I wonder if Sven's Achilles heel id the fact he only has the knowledge to look up at the premier league for good players and doesn't know enough about our lower leagues. But one thing I have learnt from the past year is that Sven is a decent man, a real football man, and I trust him to produce a top spot challenging side for the coming season even if at times I cant see the sense in some of his acquisitions. So to be a little more serious, what made me write that? First and foremost, it was my reaction to West Ham's signing of Kevin Nolan but it was also tempered by an explanation from the Club during an interview the other day as to why nothing has transpired to date but with the promise that there will be significant additions to the squad in the next couple of weeks or so. It is of course frustrating for fans not knowing what is going on behind the scenes and we have to accept that negotiations are best conducted in privacy to avoid being gazumped by some other club. The release of the fixture list yesterday has at least brought it home to some fans that this is not going to be an easy season and just because the bookies have made us joint favourites to be promoted, doesn't mean that we will. We have lost the services of some excellent players and it is essential that they are replaced by players of at least equal if not betterquality. And of course, we are not the only Club on the look-out for these players. But having said that, it is important that the players we get complement each other. We need a 'team' where every player not only plays for each other but plays for Leicester City. Our first match this season is on July 12th, in just 24 days time v IK Sirius with two more games before playing arguably one of the best teams in the world. I pray that this will be a spectacle and not ahumiliation! BUT on August 6th, we need to hit the ground running. It is absolutely essential that we get off to the best possible start. Ideally we want all 15 points in the bag by the end of August – nine or less will be a disappointment. ]So going back to top of this thread, remember two sayings: 'There's many a true word spoken in jest' and 'The truth often hurts[/b]'. I think your right i think Sven is out of his depth in this league he doesnt see past the premier league in his signings this is why we are struggling to sign players ! We were told that Sven knew exactly what was needed this season to improve the team so where are the signings i think the he is down to his 4th and 5th choices at best and i fear the worst here. !!
Sooper Steve's shin Posted 9 July 2011 Posted 9 July 2011 If there was a high-five emoticon, I'd use it here. The most impressive thing about our signings so far has been the LACK of Premiership "names" and Sven has shown he truly understands the English game. He is following the model of QPR and others by building a core of solid Football League players with a point to prove. Arguably, we have signed one of the best goalkeepers, defenders and midfielders outside the top flight.
Wherethefoxhat? Posted 9 July 2011 Posted 9 July 2011 I think your right i think Sven is out of his depth in this league he doesnt see past the premier league in his signings this is why we are struggling to sign players ! We were told that Sven knew exactly what was needed this season to improve the team so where are the signings i think the he is down to his 4th and 5th choices at best and i fear the worst here. !! Ooooops !!!!!
Wherethefoxhat? Posted 9 July 2011 Posted 9 July 2011 I think your right i think Sven is out of his depth in this league he doesnt see past the premier league in his signings this is why we are struggling to sign players ! We were told that Sven knew exactly what was needed this season to improve the team so where are the signings i think the he is down to his 4th and 5th choices at best and i fear the worst here. !! ......and oooops again !!!!
RyanB89 Posted 9 July 2011 Posted 9 July 2011 I think your right i think Sven is out of his depth in this league he doesnt see past the premier league in his signings this is why we are struggling to sign players ! We were told that Sven knew exactly what was needed this season to improve the team so where are the signings i think the he is down to his 4th and 5th choices at best and i fear the worst here. !! Ooooops !!!!! We're struggling to sign players?
Clazie Posted 9 July 2011 Posted 9 July 2011 We're struggling to sign players? I heard that sarcasm actually whistle as it flew over your head.
RyanB89 Posted 9 July 2011 Posted 9 July 2011 I heard that sarcasm actually whistle as it flew over your head.
Wherethefoxhat? Posted 9 July 2011 Posted 9 July 2011 We're struggling to sign players? If you check the postings ....it wasn't my quote ........tosspot !!!!!!!!!!!
Wherethefoxhat? Posted 9 July 2011 Posted 9 July 2011 You posted it (tosspot) Cant you read ??????? Braindead or what !!!!!!!!!!!!!
RyanB89 Posted 9 July 2011 Posted 9 July 2011 Cant you read ??????? Braindead or what !!!!!!!!!!!!! Yes i can read, you posted the quote, i replied to it, whats the problem?
Wherethefoxhat? Posted 9 July 2011 Posted 9 July 2011 I think your right i think Sven is out of his depth in this league he doesnt see past the premier league in his signings this is why we are struggling to sign players ! We were told that Sven knew exactly what was needed this season to improve the team so where are the signings i think the he is down to his 4th and 5th choices at best and i fear the worst here. !! Doh !!!!!!!!!!
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