deejdeej Posted 12 February 2014 Posted 12 February 2014 Alright, winning against Bolton isn't too hard lately, but I along with many thought that Burnley would have dropped off the pace by now but I actually am starting to believe they're now more of a threat then QPR. Firmly believe that without Austin, QPR are now an average mid table/top 6 team. Also, I was certain Danny Ings' form would drop by now but there's no sign of this whatsoever. I know we're still 8 points clear and this isn't a thread to say that I'm sure they'll catch us but am I the only one that thinks they'll be looking to topple us from now?
foxfanazer Posted 12 February 2014 Posted 12 February 2014 I also thought they'd just be a flash in the pan side but fair play to them. They have grinded out results away from home and looked positive at home, much like ourselves. We can afford for one team to catch us up so long as it's just the one. Good luck to them but im sure we'll be fine
Webbo Posted 12 February 2014 Posted 12 February 2014 I'd rather be in our position than theirs. Worrying about any of the teams below won't achieve anything. All we can do is keep picking up points faster than they do.
Babylon Posted 12 February 2014 Posted 12 February 2014 Alright, winning against Bolton isn't too hard lately, but I along with many thought that Burnley would have dropped off the pace by now but I actually am starting to believe they're now more of a threat then QPR. Firmly believe that without Austin, QPR are now an average mid table/top 6 team. Also, I was certain Danny Ings' form would drop by now but there's no sign of this whatsoever. I know we're still 8 points clear and this isn't a thread to say that I'm sure they'll catch us but am I the only one that thinks they'll be looking to topple us from now? They already are dropping off the title pace they, us and QPR set at the start of the season. The reason they look like they aren't is because QPR have dropped off in form also We have kept up the same pace, and Derby and Forest have now joined us. Hence why we have moved ahead of Burnley, and Forest and Derby have closed up to them so much. First 15 v last 15 Screen Shot 2014-02-12 at 09.09.40.png Screen Shot 2014-02-12 at 09.10.20.png Whilst clearly you can't discount them or QPR entirely as form can change quickly (I actually hope Burnley go up with us), they need to find early season form again or they might start being over taken.
Brooksy Posted 12 February 2014 Posted 12 February 2014 Hope they go up, providing we finish above them of course.
LeicesterBran Posted 12 February 2014 Posted 12 February 2014 I see them as a huge threat in our promotion push. After their start to the season I doubted that they'd be able to maintain their good form. But, you cannot rule out QPR though. Still think QPR won't get promoted and I can see the Clarets going up.
Fox92 Posted 12 February 2014 Posted 12 February 2014 People who weren't taking them serious are foolish surely? My opinion of them enhanced after seeing their performance at QPR on tv. They attacked straight from kick off, and that was the mind set of the game.
MikeyT Posted 12 February 2014 Posted 12 February 2014 As clichéd as it sounds, we have to focus on us and not what every one else is doing. We're in a position now that not many thought we would be in, this time last year. All we can do is try to keep winning and the rest will fall in place.
foxfanazer Posted 12 February 2014 Posted 12 February 2014 People who weren't taking them serious are foolish surely? My opinion of them enhanced after seeing their performance at QPR on tv. They attacked straight from kick off, and that was the mind set of the game.I said they'd drop off after about 10-15 games. Since then they have made me change my opinion. Don't feel too foolish, hindsight is a wonderful thing
Freeman's Wharfer Posted 12 February 2014 Posted 12 February 2014 I too thought they'd drop away and that Ings would dry up. Think I'd have to say I was wrong! The other thing is that getting to this stage of the season and being where they are will be a massive boost for them. There were probably even people in that club/team who doubted that they were in the automatic promotion mix-up for the long haul but now that the finishing line is just about in sight they'll firmly believe they can challenge. I just hope that we are far enough away from them come the end of March that our match at their place doesn't have the potential to affect things too much.
Guest Col city fan Posted 12 February 2014 Posted 12 February 2014 They'll be fine unless they lose one of the strikers, especially Ings, to injury. Then they'll struggle imo. Our strength in depth has made a big difference this season and will continue to do so.
Babylon Posted 12 February 2014 Posted 12 February 2014 They'll be fine Define fine? In current form around the top end of the table they will end up 5th.
Bob Weasel Fox Posted 12 February 2014 Posted 12 February 2014 Who wasn't taking them seriously?ThisThey have been in serious contention all season. The best team we've played at the KP this season IMO that I've seen anyway
Guest Col city fan Posted 12 February 2014 Posted 12 February 2014 Define fine? In current form around the top end of the table they will end up 5th. Fine as in pushing for top two. I know you think they'll falter, or are doing? Not sure how you work that out but I'll go with it.
Babylon Posted 12 February 2014 Posted 12 February 2014 Fine as in pushing for top two. I know you think they'll falter, or are doing? Not sure how you work that out but I'll go with it. It's obvious how I work that out. They were ahead of us, and were way clear of Forest and Derby... now they aren't.
itsaknockeart Posted 12 February 2014 Posted 12 February 2014 They've been extremely fortunate with injuries. Their five key players - Heaton, Trippier, Shackell, Ings and Vokes - have missed only one league game between them this season.
Dan Posted 12 February 2014 Posted 12 February 2014 Anyone who hasn't been taking them seriously needs their head checking. It's been obvious for a while that they're going to be up there.
lcfc1994 Posted 12 February 2014 Posted 12 February 2014 Tbh I didn't think Burnley or derby would stick around for long at all but I think after seeing them play both play qpr recently (all be it derbys goal was lucky, and qpr were rubbish) I don't think you can discount them.
Corky Posted 12 February 2014 Posted 12 February 2014 Who ruled them out? They've lost 3 in 30, always been in the hunt and will remain so.
Renart Posted 12 February 2014 Posted 12 February 2014 They already are dropping off the title pace they, us and QPR set at the start of the season. The reason they look like they aren't is because QPR have dropped off in form also We have kept up the same pace, and Derby and Forest have now joined us. Hence why we have moved ahead of Burnley, and Forest and Derby have closed up to them so much. First 15 v last 15 Screen Shot 2014-02-12 at 09.09.40.png Screen Shot 2014-02-12 at 09.10.20.png Whilst clearly you can't discount them or QPR entirely as form can change quickly (I actually hope Burnley go up with us), they need to find early season form again or they might start being over taken. Good point, well made. I am convinced by stats. I also agree that if they find that form again then they can go up (maybe this is their blip) but we will see.
weller54 Posted 12 February 2014 Posted 12 February 2014 Tough game at Bournemouth on Saturday!!!.. Not easy there!!.. Harder than the Bolton game!!!!
Mark_from_USA Posted 12 February 2014 Posted 12 February 2014 I think they are going to be fighting Derby, Forest and QPR for an automatic spot, down to the end, barring an injury to their key guys. They will get a lot of draws and few losses. Nobody will want to play them, because they are disciplined and consistent every match. City, on the other hand, just need to worry about themselves, and they will be fine.
Bert Posted 12 February 2014 Posted 12 February 2014 We are in the best position but I've took Burnley seriously for most of the season. Not the best footballing side but effective in the way they get results.
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