wellfan Posted August 11, 2023 Report Share Posted August 11, 2023 Although Hibs were pretty decent last night and took their chances well, Luzern could've beaten them by a few if they took their chances and stopped hitting the woodwork. In short, Hibs have a decent attack if they all turn up, but they also have a breakable defence. We should focus on the latter, hitting them early and hard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weeyin Posted August 11, 2023 Report Share Posted August 11, 2023 I'm not getting carried away one way or the other with Hibs home win against the team sitting 7th (after 3 games) in the Swiss league. They looked good in spells after a sticky start and have impressive movement going forward. They were caught out multiple times with balls behind the full backs and could easily have conceded a couple more. The battle for the midfield is going to be key and it was quite entertaining last night when things started getting a bit tasty. I usually enjoy our games against Hibs and looking forward to see how SK will set up for this latest installment. One thing I do have confidence in predicting is that there will be more than one dive in our penalty box. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steelboy Posted August 11, 2023 Report Share Posted August 11, 2023 Kelly SOD McGinn Casey Blaney Wilson Slattery Miller Spittal Mika Bair If he starts Mugabi in the middle and Souare at LB we will get horsed. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteelmaninOZ Posted August 11, 2023 Author Report Share Posted August 11, 2023 The gaffer says Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteelmaninOZ Posted August 11, 2023 Author Report Share Posted August 11, 2023 37 minutes ago, steelboy said: Kelly SOD McGinn Casey Blaney Wilson Slattery Miller Spittal Mika Bair If he starts Mugabi in the middle and Souare at LB we will get horsed. Here’s your favourite player 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steelboy Posted August 11, 2023 Report Share Posted August 11, 2023 I like Bevis but I don't think he's suited to that position. Last week he kept on rushing out and leaving a huge gap right in the middle of the back 5. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grizzlyg Posted August 11, 2023 Report Share Posted August 11, 2023 37 minutes ago, steelboy said: I like Bevis but I don't think he's suited to that position. Last week he kept on rushing out and leaving a huge gap right in the middle of the back 5. He is a guy that I am desperate to do well but I just always feel there is a mistake or lapse in concentration from him. But when on pitch I will always give him encouragement Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GazzyB Posted August 11, 2023 Report Share Posted August 11, 2023 Harsh words indeed regarding Efford. SK seems to demand the best from his players, but also seems like a fair guy. It very much appears the player isn't giving his all right now. Efford gives something different than Obika & Wilkinson, he's relatively quick and can carry the ball, but if he's not giving 100% it seems like SK will move him on or won't play him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spiderpig Posted August 11, 2023 Report Share Posted August 11, 2023 5 minutes ago, GazzyB said: Harsh words indeed regarding Efford. SK seems to demand the best from his players, but also seems like a fair guy. It very much appears the player isn't giving his all right now. Efford gives something different than Obika & Wilkinson, he's relatively quick and can carry the ball, but if he's not giving 100% it seems like SK will move him on or won't play him. Harsh but fair, there is no place for passengers and deadwood in the squad if they are not interested, get them moved on 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joewarkfanclub Posted August 11, 2023 Report Share Posted August 11, 2023 1 minute ago, GazzyB said: Harsh words indeed regarding Efford. SK seems to demand the best from his players, but also seems like a fair guy. It very much appears the player isn't giving his all right now. Efford gives something different than Obika & Wilkinson, he's relatively quick and can carry the ball, but if he's not giving 100% it seems like SK will move him on or won't play him. Yup. Didnt mince his words there. You dont even need to decipher "Kettlespeak" to understand he isnt happy with him. I like Efford. He has pace and that takes you a long way in this league, but if his attitude isnt right he needs to be moved on. Re Bevis. Comes across as a great guy, with exactly the right attitude. The QoS game aside, where he was paired up with Lamie, I dont think he has done to much wrong this season. I presume given he was doing the presser, he is keeping his place this week. Hopefully he can have another solid performance and build his confidence. He has the physicality to he successful if he can just keep it simple and eradicate the mistakes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FirParkCornerExile Posted August 11, 2023 Report Share Posted August 11, 2023 5 hours ago, wellfan said: Although Hibs were pretty decent last night and took their chances well, Luzern could've beaten them by a few if they took their chances and stopped hitting the woodwork. In short, Hibs have a decent attack if they all turn up, but they also have a breakable defence. We should focus on the latter, hitting them early and hard. My thoughts exactly , Hibs will need to score in Switzerland because it's not beyond them to put two past Hibs. Hibs are bang average but our defence need to be on their game. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
texanwellfan Posted August 11, 2023 Report Share Posted August 11, 2023 40 minutes ago, joewarkfanclub said: Yup. Didnt mince his words there. You dont even need to decipher "Kettlespeak" to understand he isnt happy with him. I like Efford. He has pace and that takes you a long way in this league, but if his attitude isnt right he needs to be moved on. Re Bevis. Comes across as a great guy, with exactly the right attitude. The QoS game aside, where he was paired up with Lamie, I dont think he has done to much wrong this season. I presume given he was doing the presser, he is keeping his place this week. Hopefully he can have another solid performance and build his confidence. He has the physicality to he successful if he can just keep it simple and eradicate the mistakes. Definitely think his performances depend a lot on who he is playing with. I’m happy to see him still here. I’m talking about Bevis. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FirParkCornerExile Posted August 11, 2023 Report Share Posted August 11, 2023 21 hours ago, MJC said: Hibs definitely look like they have players who can do us damage on Sunday. Boyle, Newell, Le Fondre, Vente and Levitt would all walk into our team and improve it. We’ll do well to get a draw here I reckon. Defensively they are. Suspect. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJC Posted August 11, 2023 Report Share Posted August 11, 2023 1 hour ago, FirParkCornerExile said: Defensively they are. Suspect. They are yes and I reckon this is the type of game where we really need to score first and get ahead in. I don’t fancy our chances if we have to chase the game. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MelvinBragg Posted August 11, 2023 Report Share Posted August 11, 2023 2 hours ago, FirParkCornerExile said: Defensively they are. Suspect. It says something about the league that you could probably say the same of every team. Including the Old Firm... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kmcalpin Posted August 11, 2023 Report Share Posted August 11, 2023 Hibs have done well in Europe so far, but before we get too pessimistic about our chances we'd do well to remember that St Mirren beat them on their own patch. A very tough clash in prospect but winnable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smiddy Posted August 11, 2023 Report Share Posted August 11, 2023 and i hope marshall is playing cause in steelboy speak heez shite / pish * delete as reqd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Great Balls of Shire Posted August 12, 2023 Report Share Posted August 12, 2023 15 hours ago, smiddy said: and i hope marshall is playing cause in steelboy speak heez shite / pish * delete as reqd Eh, he's a top keeper, played in some rank Scotland teams and saved us a few times Cue , people quoting the goal in the euros , I think that was a great piece of skill as opposed to goalie mistake. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weeyin Posted August 12, 2023 Report Share Posted August 12, 2023 3 hours ago, Great Balls of Shire said: Eh, he's a top keeper, played in some rank Scotland teams and saved us a few times Cue , people quoting the goal in the euros , I think that was a great piece of skill as opposed to goalie mistake. I think it's more to do with the multiple clangers he dropped last season including in our win at Easter Road. Or, more recently, the goal he gave away against the Andorrans in the first leg. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spiderpig Posted August 12, 2023 Report Share Posted August 12, 2023 On 8/11/2023 at 9:35 PM, Kmcalpin said: Hibs have done well in Europe so far, but before we get too pessimistic about our chances we'd do well to remember that St Mirren beat them on their own patch. A very tough clash in prospect but winnable. I agree its a winnable game Dave and I appreciate they are not as strong defensively but our lack of a goal threat worries me, if we score 1st we have something to build on but if we end up chasing the game I have the fear we won't threaten them enough to get back in it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smiddy Posted August 12, 2023 Report Share Posted August 12, 2023 5 hours ago, weeyin said: I think it's more to do with the multiple clangers he dropped last season including in our win at Easter Road. Or, more recently, the goal he gave away against the Andorrans in the first leg. on it wee yin a just think heez had his shelf life nothing more nothing less Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toxteth O'Grady Posted August 13, 2023 Report Share Posted August 13, 2023 Same starting 11 as last week. Mika on the bench. https://twitter.com/MotherwellFC/status/1690706014180356096 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wellsince75 Posted August 13, 2023 Report Share Posted August 13, 2023 Not too surprising. I thought Zdravkovski may start in midfield. A holding/defensive midfielder is required, seems a very obvious gap. Hoping we can get our noses in front today . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steelboy Posted August 13, 2023 Report Share Posted August 13, 2023 Kettlewell must have been pleased with the performance last week. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grizzlyg Posted August 13, 2023 Report Share Posted August 13, 2023 Line up as expected, hopefully a successful and dogged performance with the Great Dane making an appearance.......I'm here all week! COYW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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