DJames 729 Posted October 20, 2013 Share Posted October 20, 2013 Given that we'll beat Steaua at home, we'll then need to only match Schalke's result vs Basel to qualify. Not the best situation, I know, but certainly miles better than losing on Tuseday because we'd basically be back on Thursday night if we do. I don't think anyone has ever said that about Ryan before! Bertrand offers nothing special, but he is as reliable as they get. If there is one player I don't mind getting injured it would be Ash because Ryan is just so solid. Lol it's kinda true though not much people would want Bertrand in their line up especially in an important-ish match. We've trusted Cole to perform for so long and he has delivered each and every time in the past but he hasn't been his best in awhile so apart from just getting rested Bertrand should be given a run because although he's no Cole he has basically done what's asked of him in the past. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laylabelle 9,535 Posted October 20, 2013 Share Posted October 20, 2013 win win win!No faffing around get the job done Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHOULO19 24,332 Posted October 20, 2013 Share Posted October 20, 2013 Lol it's kinda true though not much people would want Bertrand in their line up especially in an important-ish match. We've trusted Cole to perform for so long and he has delivered each and every time in the past but he hasn't been his best in awhile so apart from just getting rested Bertrand should be given a run because although he's no Cole he has basically done what's asked of him in the past.Tbf, Ryan has performed very well in many big games for us as well. The CL final is just one example. I would like to see Ash for the big games because of his experience as well. But I'd never feel concerned or worried for seeing Bertrand's name on our team-sheet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stats 7,142 Posted October 20, 2013 Share Posted October 20, 2013 Tbf, Ryan has performed very well in many big games for us as well. The CL final is just one example. I would like to see Ash for the big games because of his experience as well. But I'd never feel concerned or worried for seeing Bertrand's name on our team-sheet. Plus the 0-0 draw at Emirates a couple seasons ago. He was voted by the Skysports commentary team as MOTM. He never has been a weakness. Just not as high profiled as Cole but a very good option to have. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gilvorak 3,734 Posted October 20, 2013 Share Posted October 20, 2013 When has Bertrand ever played poorly? He's no worldbeater but he's a reliable safe option. If anyone deserves to be dropped it's Ivanovic. Teams keep giving him the freedom of the pitch and he hardly ever capatilzes on it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Milan 17,957 Posted October 20, 2013 Share Posted October 20, 2013 It's my birthday on Tuesday so Chelsea have only 1 option - I take only 3 points (or not losing) as my gift. Given their injuries and situation in the table, though, we should be aiming for the win. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bosnian Blue 2,471 Posted October 20, 2013 Share Posted October 20, 2013 I'm really looking forward to this one, should be a classic Champions League away game against a really good team (although weakened by injuries). Hopefully I can do my homework by then, have it submitted online and enjoy the game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weckerz 3,781 Posted October 20, 2013 Share Posted October 20, 2013 Easy win.Never easy against Germans Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amblève. 4,995 Posted October 20, 2013 Share Posted October 20, 2013 Easy win.I seriously hope you're being sarcastic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barbara 15,149 Posted October 20, 2013 Share Posted October 20, 2013 When has Bertrand ever played poorly? He's no worldbeater but he's a reliable safe option.If anyone deserves to be dropped it's Ivanovic. Teams keep giving him the freedom of the pitch and he hardly ever capatilzes on it.he's very, very, incredibly poor with the ball on his feet, he doesn't know what to do with it and I'm not even talking about only crosses. Defensively he's good though. but forget about any link up with the LW because he's below criticism with the ball. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jase 43,479 Posted October 20, 2013 Author Share Posted October 20, 2013 Tbf, Ryan has performed very well in many big games for us as well. The CL final is just one example. I would like to see Ash for the big games because of his experience as well. But I'd never feel concerned or worried for seeing Bertrand's name on our team-sheet. Plus the 0-0 draw at Emirates a couple seasons ago. He was voted by the Skysports commentary team as MOTM. He never has been a weakness. Just not as high profiled as Cole but a very good option to have.When has Bertrand ever played poorly? He's no worldbeater but he's a reliable safe option.Indeed. The only real bad game from him was the home game against Shakhtar last season but even then, he had to defend that left flank all by himself against 2-3 players. Otherwise, he has been solid defensively and I don't think there has been a moment where we were crying out for Cole to return or basically complaining about another case of Bosingwa-esque defending at the LB with Bertrand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zolayes 14,489 Posted October 20, 2013 Share Posted October 20, 2013 Never easy against Germans1914 18 really tough1937 45 easy once the Yanks and Ruskies helped 1966 ruskie linesman helped since then all downhill till we went to Munich in 2112 their City their stadium ,,,OUR CUP Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nyikolajevics 2,700 Posted October 20, 2013 Share Posted October 20, 2013 The referee is going to be Viktor Kassai. So proud of him Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesGodfrey 87 Posted October 20, 2013 Share Posted October 20, 2013 I think bertrand is a really good player and a more than adequate backup for cole. He was one of our best players on the pitch against Cardiff, He also links up with hazard very well down the flank. Anyway i'm expecting to see a very similar line up to what was put out at the weekend, although Oscar will start without a doubt he's been a consistent performer for us all this season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jase 43,479 Posted October 20, 2013 Author Share Posted October 20, 2013 The referee is going to be Viktor Kassai. So proud of him He also officiated our game the last time we played in Germany...and lost 2-1 to Leverkusen.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Special Juan 28,141 Posted October 20, 2013 Share Posted October 20, 2013 Toughest game we will face in this group IMO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nyikolajevics 2,700 Posted October 20, 2013 Share Posted October 20, 2013 He also officiated our game the last time we played in Germany...and lost 2-1 to Leverkusen..I remember that game. It's so strange... Drogba, Malouda, Bosingwa, Meireles, Kalou, Alex were in our squad, we have a whole new team now. Schürrle was playing against us Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edetarod 2,155 Posted October 20, 2013 Share Posted October 20, 2013 it feels ages ago since last time we were in a CL knock out roundi really want to experience that again, those are the best games of the season for me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jase 43,479 Posted October 20, 2013 Author Share Posted October 20, 2013 THIS!!!it feels ages ago since last time we were in a CL knock out roundi really want to experience that again, those are the best games of the season for me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zolayes 14,489 Posted October 20, 2013 Share Posted October 20, 2013 It was very disappointing going out at the group stage but I actually enjoyed the Europa games Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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