dmayne7 Posted 31 August 2014 Posted 31 August 2014 Its interesting to think that the general consensus was that we seriously lacked depth to the squad and looking at the bench for the game against Everton, its hard to argue against that. But, just a couple of weeks later and 2 new signings (and likely another) have completed changed the potential look of our bench. If we keep the same starting lineup from the team that played against Chelsea and assume that Hamer will be on the bench at all times, and that we have a fully fit squad, we need to leave out 6 (Possibly 7) from the following: Simpson Wasilewski Upson Albrighton Drinkwater James Cambiasso Wood Vardy Knockaert Taylor-Fletcher Hopper and likely another. Depending on if we bring an another player, then we could have a seriously good squad if you're leaving out some of these guys. Plus, I think it goes a long way to showing that we've got a lot more experience than we realise, even if not in this league. If we do bring in another striker then it probably means at least 1 maybe 2 good attacking player won't even make the bench which is a reassuring thought. If we're in a decent position come January, then we'll likely be able to add to it as well. I don't know about you, but that makes me feel a lot more confident about our chances this season. Clearly still knows what he's doing.
cc_star Posted 31 August 2014 Posted 31 August 2014 Good enough squad for 9th-14th for me Downside is having the 2nd toughest opening 10 games out of all twenty teams. The sooner a win comes the less focus they'll be on nitpicking points like who's on the bench or not
Raw Dykes Posted 31 August 2014 Posted 31 August 2014 Its interesting to think that the general consensus was that we seriously lacked depth to the squad and looking at the bench for the game against Everton, its hard to argue against that. But, just a couple of weeks later and 2 new signings (and likely another) have completed changed the potential look of our bench. If we keep the same starting lineup from the team that played against Chelsea and assume that Hamer will be on the bench at all times, and that we have a fully fit squad, we need to leave out 6 (Possibly 7) from the following: Simpson Wasilewski Upson Albrighton Drinkwater James Cambiasso Wood Vardy Knockaert Taylor-Fletcher Hopper and likely another. Depending on if we bring an another player, then we could have a seriously good squad if you're leaving out some of these guys. Plus, I think it goes a long way to showing that we've got a lot more experience than we realise, even if not in this league. If we do bring in another striker then it probably means at least 1 maybe 2 good attacking player won't even make the bench which is a reassuring thought. If we're in a decent position come January, then we'll likely be able to add to it as well. I don't know about you, but that makes me feel a lot more confident about our chances this season. Clearly still knows what he's doing. You're absolutely right. The bench against Everton did look pretty weak. Now, just two league matches later, it looks so much healthier - Drinkwater, Vardy, Cambiasso, Albrighton. Lovely stuff!
davieG Posted 31 August 2014 Posted 31 August 2014 The 1-1 result is even more remarkable when you look at the arsenal bench 07 Rosicky 09 Podolski 10 Wilshere 15 Oxlade-Chamberlain 21 Chambers 26 Martinez 28 Campbell
Webbo Posted 31 August 2014 Posted 31 August 2014 The 1-1 result is even more remarkable when you look at the arsenal bench 07 Rosicky 09 Podolski 10 Wilshere 15 Oxlade-Chamberlain 21 Chambers 26 Martinez 28 Campbell I bet I wasn't the only one who almost messed my pants when Oxlade Chamberlain and Podolski came on.
Buzzell Posted 31 August 2014 Posted 31 August 2014 I bet I wasn't the only one who almost messed my pants when Oxlade Chamberlain and Podolski came on. I wonder if the Arsenal fans felt the same when the mighty Jamie Vardy entered the field?
shailen Posted 31 August 2014 Posted 31 August 2014 Pearson must be given credit for what an unbelievable manager he is. I said I believed he had done the right thing by signing few players and the team spirit and energy from last season has improved about tenfold. Last two performances warranted at least 4 points but I'm not complaining. The signings he has made have been awesome too. I did feel we overpaid for Ulloa but now I feel we have got such a bargain. Dominant centre forward. Simpson is an excellent addition which will provide depth in the full back positions. And the marquee signing of Cambiasso, although he hasn't played yet I just got excited seeing him on the bench today. Really think we could be in for our best period in our history the next few years with Pearson.
Beliall Posted 31 August 2014 Posted 31 August 2014 I wonder if the Arsenal fans felt the same when the mighty Jamie Vardy entered the field? You mean jamie el shawvardy?
Buzzell Posted 31 August 2014 Posted 31 August 2014 You mean jamie el shawvardy? I like it. It's got a nice ring to it.
Buzzell Posted 31 August 2014 Posted 31 August 2014 Pearson must be given credit for what an unbelievable manager he is. I said I believed he had done the right thing by signing few players and the team spirit and energy from last season has improved about tenfold. Last two performances warranted at least 4 points but I'm not complaining. The signings he has made have been awesome too. I did feel we overpaid for Ulloa but now I feel we have got such a bargain. Dominant centre forward. Simpson is an excellent addition which will provide depth in the full back positions. And the marquee signing of Cambiasso, although he hasn't played yet I just got excited seeing him on the bench today. Really think we could be in for our best period in our history the next few years with Pearson. Pearson for England!
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