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Not many options left then. But it's almost certain that at least one of them will play some part in the game, so whether we like it or not, we'll see them. If not one of them, then only options left are Ryan and Torres.. I'm not a fan of those choices either. This situation highlights how shit our wing situation truly is now that Mata has been permanently placed in the middle where he belongs. Whoever we choose it will still have to be Cole and Bosingwa to put out performances of lifetime. @Manuf: Bertrand IS registered now.

I don't think Ryan has played even a minute in CL, it would be a huge risk to play him for the first time and out of position as well (although his original position was left winger).

Our team is pretty much set. Our only thought-provoking areas are the wings. It's pretty safe to say that Kalou will start on one wing and Rambo would've started on the other, but now our options are thin in terms of wingers who are able to help defensively. Only Malouda is left as a capable defensive winger. I don't see many other options. There is also the chance that Robbie decides to play 4-3-3 in which case Mata would be pushed out wide, but he is also a defensive liability. Whatever we choose, it won't be ideal (fucking suspensions). Something like this perhaps if we're going more defensive: Bosingwa - Cahill - Luiz - Cole Mikel - Lampard Kalou - Mata - Malouda Drogba If not, then Studge would be the logical more attacking replacement for FloMo. We shall see how we start the game, if it doesn't work, then they can be subbed for one another in the 2nd half. I somewhy have a feeling that Robbie will opt for Sturridge though, because otherwise we have no real drive in attack with Rami's absence. Torres is one to be considered also, but that would be a first and a risk. It's really a tough one, I wouldn't want to be in Robbie's position.

Guys, this thread has long gone over the 100 page mark.. there is no way in hell we're gonna get him now. We have only ourselves to blame for that. Should've locked it at 99.

Who uses Fifa for scouting? You can't rate a player with one overall score. Football Manager is for that

what was offside?

He didn't score in this useless game, he scored in the final.

and that's that.. may as well sticky it.

What kind of name is Jonjo anyway? What were his parents thinking? PS Mean no offence if anybody named Jonjo should be here.

How's that? Mata has 19. Or are we talking league numbers?

If Luiz and Cahill can, then they should start the game together. They should get some match practice as a central defence pairing before the big day. I would definitely give Hutch a run too. Lukaku and Bertrand to start. Rest of the team is pretty much up for grabs, probably same shit like tonight. Lamps, Mata, Mikel, Cole and Drogba definitely shouldn't start.. wrap them in cotton. It would be a good idea to start Cech if Luiz and Cahill play, let them have a feel for it.

I heard Shelvey can't grow hair 'cause of some kind of illness? If so, what is the disease name?

I was writing a long ass post until I finished it and decided to add a little smiley. I clicked "show all" and BAM! it directed me to notifications. Can't be bothered to start again, am pissed. FML

Good boy hey everybody, we're safe now

You shit! Don't you realize you're cursed? You MUST be pessimistic in order for Chels to do well. The moment you start praising and being all smiles, is the moment everything goes tits up. Now... go on boy and predict us a big fat loss against Munich

The slip for Henderson's goal brought back memories of the Arsenal game. Some other players slipped as well like Romeu and Torres.. wtf was wrong with the pitch or boots? Anyway, he still played like a fuckin drunk in 1st half. Probably hungover or smth. It was obvious his mind was not in the game and I said before that it was my fear that the team wouldn't simply be able to concentrate in between 2 big finals, after having won one of them. It proved to be just that.

Won't bother choosing a MOM from our team, everybody played like fart. Terry had one of the worst halves I can remember. Carroll was MOM and rightly so, we just can't contain him even with out strongest defenders... fucking glad he didn't start against us in the final, the moment he came on he was trouble and today he was trouble since the beginning. And Lukaku.. me oh my how could you miss that? That was truly embarrassing. Even though the game held no great significance, I still fucking hate losing to scum, especially in such manner.. look how dirty they played even when they were miles ahead, fucking jokers. Anyway, doesn't matter. Just dust it under the carpet and move on to bigger things. Maybe the fact that we won't finish 4th will make the players work twice as hard come 19th.

what the FUCK is wrong with JT?

Yep, they are genuinely our only two creative players, maybe also Meireles to an extent, but not quite. If neither of them plays, then playing Drogba is a must so we could simply hoof it.

haha yeah tbh Ess looked drunk throughout the celebrations

btw what was Kalou doing at 0:11? was he diving in front of Drogba? and after that Mikel kicks his butt

:D

anyway, I now have a brand new song, a sweet little lullaby. If you're feeling sleepy or have kids, then my profile song is just for you.

Weird. I checked, the file was still up on its host site, but after relinking to it it started working. Could be that the file's link had changed, dunon.

My profile song isn't playing anymore