The English Football Thread

[Azul 1,615]

West Ham is actually playing very good. Compared to how Monchengladbach, Arsenal etc played, they pose a threat to Man City. Let's hope City beat them though.

[killer1257 3,282]

14 minutes ago, Azul said:

West Ham is actually playing very good. Compared to how Monchengladbach, Arsenal etc played, they pose a threat to Man City. Let's hope City beat them though.

This happens when you have a very good midfield. West Ham's midfield is highly underrated 

[Magic Lamps 11,526]

Impressive by Wham to play football vs ManCity, match them blow for blow and not get slaughtered. Testament to how an elite midfield like Soucek and Rice changes an entire team of otherwise average players.

 

2-1

Still point stands. city win actually better for us

[Strike 7,045]

City winning helps

[Laylabelle 9,326]

Didn't realise how far up West Ham are!

[Magic Lamps 11,526]

Interesting tactic by Pep to have a CB join the attack to provide a focal point from time to time to break down a disciplined defence

Btw the goal by Stones is the exact kind of chance Chilwell had when he skied it vs Wolves (and similar to the one Alonso put in the keepers arms vs Southampton and Newcastle). Helps when your defenders are proficient at sharp direct finishes as well.

 

Both Soucek and Rice would actually improve our midfield massively. There is nothing Jorginho can do that Rice can not. On the other hand Rice is both disciplined in his positioning defensively as well as more than comfortable moving with the ball in the final third. Something you hardly see Jorginho doing.

[Vesper 27,633]

2020-21 English Premier League

West Bromwich Albion             
Brighton & Hove Albion           

http://www.sportnews.to/mysports/2021/premier-league-west-bromwich-albion-vs-brighton-hove-albion-s1/#!

https://www.totalsportek.com/west-bromwich-albion-one/

 

Edited February 27, 2021 by Vesper

[Fulham Broadway 16,493]

A MAN who pretends to like football in order to impress other men has found his enjoyment of it unaffected by the ban on live crowds.

Stephen Malley introduces himself as a Man Utd fan, despite the notable handicaps of living 150 miles from the stadium and not fully understanding the offside rule.

Malley said: “I don’t see the appeal of a packed ground on match day, the menu is always disappointing and you can never find an usher when the chap in front keeps standing up.

“Some say I’m less of a fan, just because I don’t enjoy the excessive noise and unsettling macho energy of the ground, and prefer to watch the game from the comfort of home.

“Or better still, simply Google the result on Monday morning in case anyone asks how ‘the lads’ got on at the weekend.

“Luckily we’re all in the same boat now. Lockdown really has been a great leveller for all us diehard soccer enthusiasts.”

[Laylabelle 9,326]

Brighton oh dear! 2 missed penalties 

[Vesper 27,633]

54 minutes ago, Fulham Broadway said:

us diehard soccer enthusiasts.”

roflmaooooo

[Vesper 27,633]

2020-21 English Premier League

Leeds United                  
Aston Villa                     

http://www.sportnews.to/mysports/2021/premier-league-leeds-united-vs-aston-villa-s1/#!

https://www.totalsportek.com/aston-villa/

[Vesper 27,633]

lol, the Leeds formation is the same shape as their badge

[milka 3,316]

 

[OneMoSalah 8,660]

That Raphinha for Leeds is a good player. Has so much poise and balance when he gets the ball and drives at people. Has got end product too. Crossing, shooting, freekicks - seems to do something that can affect the game. 

Scored 5 goals and made 5 assists in his debut PL season which maybe isnt hugely impressive but think he will have more by the time the season ends and their will be a few teams interested in the summer. 

[Laylabelle 9,326]

40 minutes ago, milka said:

 

Its nice that unless some miracle happens no one will best that...and no one will our home record..least not for a while! 

[Vesper 27,633]

2020-21 English Premier League

Newcastle United                               
Wolverhampton Wanderers              

http://www.sportnews.to/mysports/2021/premier-league-newcastle-united-vs-wolverhampton-wanderers-s1/#!

https://www.totalsportek.com/newcastle-uniteds/

[Jase 43,479]

 

[Magic Lamps 11,526]

19 minutes ago, Jason said:

 

Martinez top of the list does not surprise me at all. Quality goalkeeper who compensates a lot of defensive errors from his rather average defenders.

Also my prediction was that we will concede the least amont of goals per match with Mendy, chilwell or silva playing still looks decent enough. Obviosly kepa was the major reason we conceded so many last season but Tuchel has given us an extra edge defensively.