I think these are exactly the kind of teams Dortmund would thrive against. Being the favorite against aggressive teams doesnt fit Dortmund's style but as an underdog they could definitely surprise a lot of people (if the fix the defense).
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I think these are exactly the kind of teams Dortmund would thrive against. Being the favorite against aggressive teams doesnt fit Dortmund's style but as an underdog they could definitely surprise a lot of people (if the fix the defense).
This IS exciting. I just hope things works as they should.
It's incredible that we've been in this position so many times. What are they fucking doing?
I think you've been overstating the lure of a great training facility.
Sigh, Dembele to Spurs, he would have been perfect for United.
Last season he managed an 88.6% passing average (10th best outfield passer in the league)
Averaged 3.1 tackles per game (7th best outfield tackler in the league)
2.2 sucessful dribbles per game (4th best in the league)
Was only dribbled by 0.4 times per game (3rd best for a central midfielder in the league)
And he managed all of that whilst playing for a very average mid-table side.
Last season he managed an 88.6% passing average (10th best outfield passer in the league)
Averaged 3.1 tackles per game (7th best outfield tackler in the league)
2.2 sucessful dribbles per game (4th best in the league)
Was only dribbled by 0.4 times per game (3rd best for a central midfielder in the league)
And he managed all of that whilst playing for a very average mid-table side.
If you guys are, beat their as*es!!!
It's well on record since the Euros that M'Vila has an attitude problem, and we know that sort of thing can put Fergie off more than most.
In that respect, Carrick is like a shining knight in contrast. Carrick was class last season - you can almost see the argument that we could last a bit longer without a new CM signing... almost.
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They already made a movie about Sahin going to Liverpool for a year instead of Arsenal?
Haha no, Luiz Gustavo is the most important player to stop teams like Dortmund, Real Madrid or even Barcelona. He's obviously not for sell.
They can have Tymo, tho
hehe you are right
just wanted to give them some hope. i could even imagine a Gustavo, Martinez, Schweinsteiger/Kroos midfield against a team like Barca. But it will be interesting if Gustavo will accept a reduced role, maybe he'll spend some time at left back. Feels great to finally have a Bayern squad full of good players.
Vivalaraza
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dat training ground
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I would assume so. Probably to Schalke.
I'm not saying the facility itself is attracting players, just that it's evidence of the club trying to grow. We are moving forward both on and off the pitch, signing good players and investing in our facilities.
Reminded me of a City PR post.
Yeah.. Just imagine if we had a Tevez situation.. Unlike City, we would have booted him out in no time. No player is bigger than the club (except Rooney). Haha
hehe you are right
Feels great to finally have a Bayern squad full of good players.
I think Gustavo and Javi will be rotated, as Tymo and Gustavo were rotated at the start of last season. And I'm hoping the same for Schweini and Kroos
Luiz Gustavo-Kroos
Javi-Schweini
And when we play a 4-3-3 we could use Javi-Schweini-Kroos or Gustavo-Schweini-Kroos.
The_Hitcher89
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Sandro wears a gumshield. Cazorla would batter him
It does look pretty sweet, and I'm sure it'd give a player a great buzz training there, but I don't see it as a huge makeweight, to be honest. I think the most important thing, and the one part of it that I'd love to have us emulate is how the academy, reserves and first team all train on the same site. I really dislike how there's this huge disparity between Kirkby and Melwood. Obviously with the way Melwood is we can't really expand because it's surrounded by housing, so I don't know if such a solution could occur.
Bingo.
The_Hitcher89
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On the other hand, it gives the youngsters more of a 'real' aim, to impress the management enough to get moved up to Melwood
It was very easy last time
I sure hope we don't get PSG...
Why? i dont really care about the group stage, but teams like Juve or PSG arent a threat to Bayern. Worst case scenario would be finishing 2nd to City imo.
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Stats are misleading. Gervinho, for all the deserved shit that he gets, scored 4 goals and assisted 8 last season and featured much less than Walcott (a lot of sub appearances, ACON, suspension, injury, etc.). Walcott's a never ending project constantly played out of position who is, 9 days out of 10, shit at football. Either way, Walcott sure as hell isn't worth 75k, that's for sure.
Anyways, Walcott will be replaced by Oxlade-Chamberlain I'd imagine. Walcott and Gervinho played together plenty of times last season, so that's not much of an issue.
I think you're underestimating Juve. Their midfield is simply amazing.
I think Gustavo and Javi will be rotated, as Tymo and Gustavo were rotated at the start of last season. And I'm hoping the same for Schweini and Kroos
Luiz Gustavo-Kroos
Javi-Schweini
And when we play a 4-3-3 we could use Javi-Schweini-Kroos or Gustavo-Schweini-Kroos.
damn. looking at this lineup makes me really giddy.
gustavo was really important for us last season. he was the reason why city or real had no chances against us
he should definitely get some play time
juve is definitely one of the favourites for the title. underestimating them would be the bigg mistake
True, there's two sides to it, but if I were to have a preferred setup it'd be the one unified site.
Has the Shalke coach's comments from today been discussed? Said Huntelaar will make a decision about his future this week and we won't know until Friday, which implies that whichever club is on his radar can't make a definitive decision until deadline day.
Wonder which club that could be?
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Dembele's middle name is Yaya.
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Are United fans not happy with the business done this summer?
I'm not underestimating them, but Bayern are pretty much a complete team. Only Real / Barca / Chelsea / City are a threat imo. Sure historically Italian teams dont suit them very well, but i would be really disappointed if they couldnt manage a win and a draw against Juve.
They didn't buy a CM so no.
Juve are a stronger team than Chelsea.
They've surely had their expectations exceeded.
I am at least, but the CM has been in need of a revamp. As much as I like Giggs, I wish he would just retire. Anything to force Fergie's hand into buying a good CM.
Don't worry. The Bendtner to Juve rumors are back. We could have Barca's midfield and it still wouldn't be enough. No striker, no party. We are already dead (in the group of death).
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I'm happy, but we need a CM still.
I am pleased though. We've signed two amazing players in RVP and Kagawa. Amazed we managed that. The other signings are good too, I'm always pleased when we bring young players in. We've got Henriquez and Powell who are only 18 and they're two players I'm really looking forwards to seeing more of. We already have quite a few talented younger players at the club and I'm glad we've added to that, it's a cornerstone of the club.
Kagawa and Buttner are only 23 too so they are still relatively young players.
But we still need a CM...
I think the CM signing is coming. We've basically strengthened everywhere else on the pitch. We have a new backup leftback, a new world class striker, an attacking midfielder, a young attacking prospect and another promising 18 year old striker.
We also have 4 strikers, 2 good keepers, wingers and 5 decent defenders (if they can ever stay fit).
There aren't many other places that need strengthening other than CM.
We also have 4 strikers, 2 good keepers, wingers and 5 decent defenders (if they can ever stay fit).
There aren't many other places that need strengthening other than CM.
Is Damiao not happening anymore? Seems like he'd be a decent upgrade over Defoe; young too, so resale value down the road. Surely a better buy than Huntelaar?
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Wonder if we'll try butting in
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