lionsden 4,689 Posted August 15, 2011 Share Posted August 15, 2011 Considering what we did to Stoke 16 months ago is it any suprise they don't attack us?This is Andre's chance to make a real statement, drop the under-performing players off last week so that Cole, Lamps, Malouda and Kalou OUT Bertrand, McEachran, Benayoun and Anelka IN.Im hoping Foster get's a early red card, Marton Fulop in goal at The Bridge again is a very attractive proposition.my team: Cech, Bosingwa, Alex, Terry, Bertrand, McEachran, Ramires, Mikel, Benayoun, Anelka, Torres.If that happens, Andre would have earned my full respect. I seriously doubt he will though as he believes in the concept of patience and making lemonade out of lemons which is a detachment from the reality of the modern game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve5221 91 Posted August 15, 2011 Share Posted August 15, 2011 I'll be there, for our first win of the season.I'm hoping for: Benayoun - Torres - Anelka McEachran - Ramires Mikel Cole - Alex - Terry - Bosingwa CechI'd go with that....think those players have earned to be in the side, rather than just on name... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LDN Blue 7,903 Posted August 15, 2011 Share Posted August 15, 2011 I'd go with that....think those players have earned to be in the side, rather than just on name...Indeed, though the chances of it happening? Slim.Well, the midfield could, but I don't see AVB using Bena on the wings yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Up the Blues! 1 Posted August 15, 2011 Share Posted August 15, 2011 Lukaku could be an official player by then! Cant see him dropping Torres after his best performance yet! Cole didn't have a great game, kalou is pure shite, so would like to see bertrand and nico instead. Think Josh needs a start as well! First home game, bring it on! 2-0 for me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve5221 91 Posted August 15, 2011 Share Posted August 15, 2011 Indeed, though the chances of it happening? Slim.Well, the midfield could, but I don't see AVB using Bena on the wings yet.Dont see AVB dropping Lampard after 1 game......If he does not drop 1 or both of Kalou and Malouda then that is a concern. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LDN Blue 7,903 Posted August 15, 2011 Share Posted August 15, 2011 Dont see AVB dropping Lampard after 1 game......If he does not drop 1 or both of Kalou and Malouda then that is a concern.One could argue, Kalouda will be in there because of lack of alternatives. It's a thin argument, but valid. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve5221 91 Posted August 15, 2011 Share Posted August 15, 2011 One could argue, Kalouda will be in there because of lack of alternatives. It's a thin argument, but valid.We could always get one of those mission impossible movies masks and mould Kalou's face onto Sturridges body for the match Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magic weeds 446 Posted August 15, 2011 Share Posted August 15, 2011 glad to see everyone putting Torres in the next game's line up. Before stoke's game, a mention of Torres was suicidal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve5221 91 Posted August 15, 2011 Share Posted August 15, 2011 glad to see everyone putting Torres in the next game's line up. Before stoke's game, a mention of Torres was suicidal.He deserves to keep his place for this game.......just hope that we can get the ball infront of him.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NiclasCFC 2,582 Posted August 15, 2011 Share Posted August 15, 2011 You dont have to discuss team line ups guys, All we need to win the game is Kalouda Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bababoom 4,478 Posted August 15, 2011 Share Posted August 15, 2011 You dont have to discuss team line ups guys, All we need to win the game is Kalouda . Haha, 100% agree. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
True_Blue 469 Posted August 15, 2011 Share Posted August 15, 2011 I expect us to perform again,just this time to score a few and get the three points.It is crucial this season to not drop points home like we did last season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChelseaChick 430 Posted August 15, 2011 Share Posted August 15, 2011 I'll be at this one, I'm so excited, haven't been at a game yet were Chelsea have lost(touch wood) , I'm the lucky charm Hope to god Anelka starts this one and Benayoun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueLion. 21,491 Posted August 15, 2011 Author Share Posted August 15, 2011 Can't wait to see an on-form Bosingwa given full licence to attack the opposition. I wouldn't mind seeing him in the RW position until we get Sturridge back, in all honesty. Ferreira will be more than adequate at full-back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madmax 9,219 Posted August 15, 2011 Share Posted August 15, 2011 Lampard and the wingers don't deserve to be on the pitch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZanSnake 1,211 Posted August 15, 2011 Share Posted August 15, 2011 I would expect Kakuta and Romeu back as options after u20 compeition has been done with. Would love to see Gael on the left or even on the right with Yossi on the wing. Anything is better because of Kalouda's awful terrence over our attack. Torres HAS to start before Drogba after the Stoke performance! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomCFC 357 Posted August 15, 2011 Share Posted August 15, 2011 glad to see everyone putting Torres in the next game's line up. Before stoke's game, a mention of Torres was suicidal.Well, he has shown his worth now. Hopefully the midfield do too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lionsden 4,689 Posted August 15, 2011 Share Posted August 15, 2011 jheez. is anyone watching Swansea - man city game. this is proof that you don't need World class players to play attractive football. Blackpool were the point of reference for last season and it will be Swansea for this season Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheva. 5,373 Posted August 15, 2011 Share Posted August 15, 2011 jheez. is anyone watching Swansea - man city game. this is proof that you don't need World class players to play attractive football. Blackpool were the point of reference for last season and it will be Swansea for this seasonAgree, they're playing some really nice football atm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lionsden 4,689 Posted August 15, 2011 Share Posted August 15, 2011 Agree, they're playing some really nice football atm.Which begs the question. Why haven't we been playing good football over the years. if relatively small clubs like Swansea, Blackpool and Lorient could achieve this level of footie then there's no justification for our unattractive brand of footie. especially the way we played last season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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