texanwellfan 430 Report post Posted January 16 1 hour ago, couttsy said: Totally agree but the only other viable option is Ohara alongside Gallagher and I think we need him in the middle of the park to complete. Do we play 5 at the back with Gallagher and O’Hara and Mugabi either side of him in the middle? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
underboyleheating 1,412 Report post Posted January 16 We need to remember that like last season this season could finish at anytime and whoever is bottom at that time will be relegated. The bar was set when Hearts were sent down. Going into the latter part of the season the quicker we get ourselves off the bottom the better. 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The African 387 Report post Posted January 16 19 minutes ago, underboyleheating said: We need to remember that like last season this season could finish at anytime and whoever is bottom at that time will be relegated. The bar was set when Hearts were sent down. Going into the latter part of the season the quicker we get ourselves off the bottom the better. Fortunately for us, the league would be called on points won per game, so if it were to happen right now we would be above both accuse and county. unfortunately, when we lose tomorrow, we drop below them. So no pressure lads. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kmcalpin 1,039 Report post Posted January 16 I doubt the league would be called so early. 5 games to go..yes, 17 to go...no. A point tomorrow or better still 3 is long overdue. No red cards please but thats not entirely within our control. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mfc 237 Report post Posted January 16 Let's get right fucking in about them,I'm sick seeing us go down without a whimper against this mob. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fizoxy 518 Report post Posted January 16 I'm looking forward to getting a glimpse at how Alexander is going to have us play, but I don't have any expectations for a decent result. So far none of the approaches from the other teams in our league have worked, maybe Alexander knows something they dont. I'd prefer us to have a go at them, but that can often end up backfiring with us conceding an early goal. The best i can hope for is that we get in their faces more and take our chance when it comes. Not going to bother predicting a score. Gallagher to get a red card so he doesn't have to play the next game. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
weeyin 3,630 Report post Posted January 16 14 minutes ago, fizoxy said: I'm looking forward to getting a glimpse at how Alexander is going to have us play, but I don't have any expectations for a decent result. So far none of the approaches from the other teams in our league have worked, maybe Alexander knows something they dont. I know what you mean - I think it's just come a little early to judge. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lan_Lad 20 Report post Posted January 17 The new manager can't be judged on this if it all goes pear shaped. In Scottish terms they're a very strong side indeed and in fact in Europa league terms too. Two seasons in a row they have qualified for the knockout stages and this season topped their group. That's how big a challenge this is. We can hope for the best but be prepared for the worst. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Onthefringes 670 Report post Posted January 17 1 hour ago, Lan_Lad said: The new manager can't be judged on this if it all goes pear shaped. In Scottish terms they're a very strong side indeed and in fact in Europa league terms too. Two seasons in a row they have qualified for the knockout stages and this season topped their group. That's how big a challenge this is. We can hope for the best but be prepared for the worst. Till you read the team... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
milo 474 Report post Posted January 17 Seedorf starts, no O’Hara (injured?), Mugabi keeps his place. Guess you can only go with what you’ve got but deary me. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
middleeastdave 69 Report post Posted January 17 No O’Hara today not looking too good, at least Seedorf cannot be any worse than Hastie....or could he!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
well_said 49 Report post Posted January 17 No Grimshaw either. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mortonhallwell 13 Report post Posted January 17 Seedorf? I suppose Alexander needs to give everyone a chance but he'll soon find out that Seedorf is not the answer. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
milo 474 Report post Posted January 17 4 minutes ago, Mortonhallwell said: Seedorf? I suppose Alexander needs to give everyone a chance but he'll soon find out that Seedorf is not the answer. Someone could’ve told him that in advance so we didn’t have to waste a sub Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mfc 237 Report post Posted January 17 Seeing that team and the bench really is depressing stuff. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Yorkyred 546 Report post Posted January 17 Wow, Seedorf starting is a hell of a brave move. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wellsince75 66 Report post Posted January 17 I get the point of working to a set formation . Keep hearing people say 'Well have a strong squad and should be able to get up the table. Our team sheet and subs confirms we'e in the brownest of the brown stuff. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Yorkyred 546 Report post Posted January 17 1 minute ago, wellsince75 said: I get the point of working to a set formation . Keep hearing people say 'Well have a strong squad and should be able to get up the table. Our team sheet and subs confirms we'e in the brownest of the brown stuff. To be fair Alexander has stated the same thing. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mfc88 71 Report post Posted January 17 I really hope we can take something from today to give us something to build on going up to Aberdeen and dingwall. Not feeling optimistic though. Hope I'm proved wrong. COYW Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AllyMax 202 Report post Posted January 17 Grimmy & O'Hara both completely out of the squad. Any injury stories ?? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kmcalpin 1,039 Report post Posted January 17 So, Long is still out and MacIver has returned. I don't think we'll miss O'Hara, at least not in midfield.Midfield looks a bit powder puff and lightweight. Still, players have the chance to impress. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
C&A not the shop 58 Report post Posted January 17 I suppose he wants pace as part of the front three, Hastie isn't available and Lawless is just in the door. Need some big performances today, let's see what happens. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Onthefringes 670 Report post Posted January 17 10 minutes ago, AllyMax said: Grimmy & O'Hara both completely out of the squad. Any injury stories ?? Sick bed for one & after effects of a head knock last week for the other. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Onthefringes 670 Report post Posted January 17 6 minutes ago, C&A not the shop said: I suppose he wants pace as part of the front three, Hastie isn't available and Lawless is just in the door. Need some big performances today, let's see what happens. Yet, the sycophants on here had him pencilled in as a ‘better option’ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GazzyB 965 Report post Posted January 17 Seedorf? Alexander out. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
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