Special Juan 28,166 Posted May 5, 2019 Share Posted May 5, 2019 I'm more excited to see RLC than anything to do with next season. Tautvix, Muzchap and Vybz Kartel 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jase 43,479 Posted May 5, 2019 Author Share Posted May 5, 2019 Bosnian Blue, Bobo, Muzchap and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobo 58 Posted May 5, 2019 Share Posted May 5, 2019 3 minutes ago, Jason said: So, after all, we were only first team to fail, not the only team to fail.. Muzchap 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muzchap 8,966 Posted May 5, 2019 Share Posted May 5, 2019 16 minutes ago, Special Juan said: Did Arsenal gas it? Yes 😁😁😁😁 True Wenger fashion Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Special Juan 28,166 Posted May 5, 2019 Share Posted May 5, 2019 Just now, Muzchap said: Yes 😁😁😁😁 True Wenger fashion Muzchap 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OhForAGreavsie 6,083 Posted May 5, 2019 Share Posted May 5, 2019 So striking was the fact that none of the top four candidates seemed capable of grasping the prize that I predicted last week's United game would finish two-all with four own goals, or, as I put it, -2 all. Well we outlasted the other three and maybe proved that we're the least bad of the four chasing teams. That's a deep condemnation of Arsenal, ManU and Spurs but I'm not going to waste time worrying about their problems; we've got enough of our own. For now we have to congratulate our squad and enjoy this good news which definitely counts as a mini success. Now let's go full tilt against Frankfurt and try to make it to Baku. If we get the right results on Thursday then we send the reserves to Leicester. And I do mean reserves. Apart from Gary and Danny no members of the first team squad should even feature in the match day squad. Muzchap 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
communicate 2,703 Posted May 5, 2019 Share Posted May 5, 2019 18 minutes ago, Jason said: Assuming Sarri stays, I do wonder like which youngster/loanee he's gonna use next season, considering he seems to be inflexible with the choices for his team. I don't know but one or two is enough imo. A backup rb and maybe a backup striker. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jase 43,479 Posted May 5, 2019 Author Share Posted May 5, 2019 Just now, communicate said: I don't know but one or two is enough imo. A backup rb and maybe a backup striker. That's the thing. Does Sarri fancy Reece James? Mount? Abraham? Or even Batshuayi? It's hard to tell, especially when he wants Kovacic and Higuain to stay... Muzchap 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OhForAGreavsie 6,083 Posted May 5, 2019 Share Posted May 5, 2019 1 hour ago, Jason said: Nope. 5 teams from the same country can be in the Champions League... No this can't happen now. The remaining top four place will go to either Arsenal or Spurs. If the one which misses out goes on to win a European trophy then they get in through the back door as England's 5th team in next season's CL. For us to miss out, it would have needed both north London clubs to finish outside of the top four, and then both of them win a European trophy. In addition United would have had to finish 3rd. That way, England's five spots would have been taken by the top three plus Arsenal and Spurs. That would have meant fourth placed Chelsea would have been relegated to Thursday nights. As it is, our CL place is guaranteed. Johnnyeye 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yeboii 1,844 Posted May 5, 2019 Share Posted May 5, 2019 We beat our team 3-0 while Man U and Arsenal mess up their matches in hilarious fashion. Because of that we are confirmed in the UCL! OhForAGreavsie, Vybz Kartel and Johnnyeye 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jase 43,479 Posted May 5, 2019 Author Share Posted May 5, 2019 Just now, OhForAGreavsie said: No this can't happen now. The remaining top four place will go to either Arsenal or Spurs. If the one which misses out goes on to win a European trophy then they get in through the back door as England's 5th team in next season's CL. For us to miss out, it would have needed both north London clubs to miss out on top four, and then both of them win a European trophy. In addition United would have had to finish 3rd. That way, England's five spots would have been the top three plus Arsenal and Spurs. Meaning fourth placed Chelsea would have been relegated to Thursday nights. As it is, our CL place is guaranteed. I was just stating the general rule. But thanks for explaining the situation that can't happen anymore. Johnnyeye and Muzchap 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbluewillie 1,930 Posted May 5, 2019 Share Posted May 5, 2019 The Arse drew seems we've qualified for the ECL already. The Arses could only draw at home with Brighton So it's between us and Spuds for 3rd and 4th herzogian 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OhForAGreavsie 6,083 Posted May 5, 2019 Share Posted May 5, 2019 11 minutes ago, Jason said: That's the thing. Does Sarri fancy Reece James? Mount? Abraham? Or even Batshuayi? It's hard to tell, especially when he wants Kovacic and Higuain to stay... I really hope the club won't allow this to become a problem. If the ban is overturned or postponed then we should be looking for better/younger alternatives to Kova and Gonzo. If the ban is upheld then discussions about signing these two are moot anyway. Muzchap 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robsblubot 3,595 Posted May 5, 2019 Share Posted May 5, 2019 3 hours ago, Tomo said: Unpopular opinion maybe but aslong as we get a viable alternative/safety net I wouldn't actually mind. His movement is actually fantastic and a reason we have improved our play vs low block teams, BUT as was clearly shown at Old Trafford he's a non entity against sides who leave space in behind so we need another striker who's usefully in those type of games. Ironically Morata would compliment him in that regard as he's useless against low block sides but relitevely successful against sides who leave space. good points. However, I cannot separate our difficulty in keeping possession in the first half, as a possession side that is, from the absolutely poor touches and passing by higuain. His inability on the ball was hurting us in the first half, and I think this is going to keep on happening given his age. Reckon we just can't afford having bystanders with the style in which we play. Again, unless we change the style and rely less on possession to defend, but then I don't think we have the players for it. Regardless, very happy with the top 4 and with RLC impact. Always thought he had the most important: skill. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muzchap 8,966 Posted May 5, 2019 Share Posted May 5, 2019 Welbeck on a free transfer from Arsenal would be nice 👍 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1905didierblue 748 Posted May 5, 2019 Share Posted May 5, 2019 4 minutes ago, Muzchap said: Welbeck on a free transfer from Arsenal would be nice 👍 The lad just can't finish. For all the good work he puts in, he just never is able to finish Muzchap 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vybz Kartel 1,613 Posted May 5, 2019 Share Posted May 5, 2019 1 hour ago, Special Juan said: I'm more excited to see RLC than anything to do with next season. He needs to go on and develop into an elite player next season. His close to greatness and if he really wants it next year will be us year Muzchap, robsblubot and Johnnyeye 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robsblubot 3,595 Posted May 5, 2019 Share Posted May 5, 2019 1 hour ago, Vybz Kartel said: He needs to go on and develop into an elite player next season. His close to greatness and if he really wants it next year will be us year Agreed. He is indeed very close to becoming a top midfielder. the impressive thing is that on top of all that size and power, he’s got close control, finesse, and acceleration... not to mention scoring massive goals. Makes him really tough to play against in contested areas. Reckon that will translate really well against stronger opposition. just needs to improve composure and fitness. Muzchap, Johnnyeye, Clockwork and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tomo 21,751 Posted May 5, 2019 Share Posted May 5, 2019 I'm a bit paranoid about Ruben, he's played two (near) full games this part week the first of which his back started playing up, I fear he may go the same way as Kante today if he has another full game so soon. Which makes me think given our advantage and the fact Frankfurt look tanked we should start with Barkley and Kova do the boring side of Sarriball and have them chasing the ball, then unleash Rubes after an hour to finish them off. Edit: wrong thread Strike, manpe and Johnnyeye 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clockwork 1,794 Posted May 5, 2019 Share Posted May 5, 2019 Along with getting CL football, RLC has been the best thing about this season. Next season will tell us a lot about what kinda player RLC can become, barring injuries of course. Today game was a complete performance; doing the dirty work defensively, superb in the buildup, and scoring a goal. Vybz Kartel 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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