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[justjohn]

But Nani, Evra, Jones, Smalling, Cleverly (and much more) aren't those.

They're doing what they always do.

Wat

 

[Mastadon]

Probably the only Liverpool player to underperform has been Sturridge, who has been somewhat let down by his first touch as others have mentioned. Also a special note for Skrtel, who has gone from player of the year, to hated, worst defender, to once again Liverpool's best defender in this current system.

Sturridge has probably earned himself an off-day!

 

[Broder Salsa]

The Heath Ledger joker avatar makes it so much worse, reminds me of those countless 16 year old boys making terrible joker impersonation videos on youtube and for halloween.

 

[Tim the Wiz]

Why is Smalling playing at RB? Is Rafael injured?

Gromit has him on the bench. Need that height against Stoke, innit.

 

[Elchele]

Just saw Schalke starting XI, what a joke

 

[Baconsaurus Rex]

But Nani, Evra, Jones, Smalling, Cleverly (and much more) aren't those.

They're doing what they always do.

Kagawa really shouldn't be on that list

 

[arkon]

Gotta go to work now

Missing more potential lols with this match and the Clasico later.

 

[LTWheels]

Clocks go back tonight don't they? Looking forward to that extra hour.

Well I'd say that Liverpool half handily solves whether Couthino should start against Arsenal. This midfield three is running rampant against a team that plays actual football and there seems to be no need for changes next week. Henderson is having one of his best games so far for Liverpool, which in turn frees up Lucas and Gerrard to basically do their thing without hindrance.

Happy with Cissokho as well, the space he is being afforded him suits him to a t. Against Newcastle he was always trying to beat 2 defenders, but here he has plenty of space to run into. I still prefer Enrique to Cissokho for Arsenal, but Cissokho clearly has his use against more open teams.

Probably the only Liverpool player to underperform has been Sturridge, who has been somewhat let down by his first touch as others have mentioned. Also a special note for Skrtel, who has gone from player of the year, to hated, worst defender, to once again Liverpool's best defender in this current system.

I really like Henderson behind the strikers. We seem to win the ball back high up the field more often when he's playing there. We press so much better. This also helps to stop counter attacks early.

The question is how do you also fit in Coutinho whilst still playing 2 upfront?

I would probably take off Sturridge towards the end on the match to give Alberto some game time.

 

[Rad-]

After 2 very good games, Kagawa and Evans seem to be back at looking average.

 

[Zabojnik]

There's rumours about a rift between Moyes and several players, I'm starting to think there may be elements of truth to them.

That's usually the first rumor that surfaces every time a manager / team aren't performing as expected.

 

[Salvadora]

Kagawa really shouldn't be on that list

Yeah I took him off because he hasn't played/when he has it's been out of position.

But the point stands, it isn't a troll. These players have been poor for a long time, even during Fergie's reign.

 

[bud]

 

[KidA Seven]

Cleverley has been awful today. He's not even a midfielder today. He's up front more than Rooney and Kagawa.

 

[danwarb]

Ahahah, I just saw the Skrtel miskick. Bugger.

 

[Elchele]

That's usually the first rumor that surfaces every time a manager / team aren't performing as expected.

and those rumors are usually true

 

[confuziz]

Valdés; Alves, Piqué, Mascherano, Adriano; Fàbregas, Xavi, Busquets; Neymar, Messi, Iniesta

López; Arbeloa, Varane, Pepe, Marcelo; Ramos, Khedira, Modric; Bale, Di María, Cristiano Ronaldo

 

[GorillaJu]

Clocks go back tonight don't they? Looking forward to that extra hour.



I really like Henderson behind the strikers. We seem to win the ball back high up the field more often when he's playing there. This also helps to stop counter attacks early.

The question is how do you also fit in Coutinho whilst still playing 2 upfront?

I would probably take off Sturridge towards the end on the match to give Alberto some game time.

I would like to see us play a 4-3-2-1 like Dortmund, personally, with Suarez and Coutinho behind Sturridge, then the same midfield three we're playing now, Lucas in the middle with Gerrard on the right and Henderson on the left.

 

[bud]

Valdés; Alves, Piqué, Mascherano, Adriano; Fàbregas, Xavi, Busquets; Neymar, Messi, Iniesta

López; Arbeloa, Varane, Pepe, Marcelo; Ramos, Khedira, Modric; Bale, Di María, Cristiano Ronaldo

it's so weird that that game takes place this early.

 

[spidye]

lol at rafinha and van buyten

that's definitely not defending

 

[Elchele]

Nico Schulz >>>> Januzaj

 

[Wes]

There were lots of good chances from both sides. Everytime AV go on the counterattack I get nervous.

Thanks for the info. Frankly I'd be very pleased with a draw.

 

[Zabojnik]

Gotta go to work now

Missing more potential lols with this match and the Clasico later.

As long as you'll be there for Giovinco's hattrick tomorrow, it's all good.

 

[Blablurn]

lol at rafinha and van buyten

that's definitely not defending

terrible ~.~

 

[confuziz]

noooo, not arnautovic =(

 

[LTWheels]

I would like to see us play a 4-3-2-1 like Dortmund, personally, with Suarez and Coutinho behind Sturridge, then the same midfield three we're playing now, Lucas in the middle with Gerrard on the right and Henderson on the left.

I like that idea at lot.

 

[Tc91]

it's so weird that that game takes place this early.

Apparently us in the UK miss the first 10-15 minutes cause Sky are showing it late.

 

[ATF487]

I love Hendo but it seems like he's always on the verge of something amazing, yet it never comes off

 

[Yen]

Wow, the swerve on that Sturridge FK. Like remote controlled!

 

[confuziz]

It seems Carvajal is playing instead of Arbeloa.

 

[LTWheels]

I love Hendo but it seems like he's always on the verge of something amazing, yet it never comes off

I know, but I think people forget he is like only 22. It will come with time.

 

[Ushojax]

Bale starting

dis gun be gud

 

[Razor554]

Valdés; Alves, Piqué, Mascherano, Adriano; Fàbregas, Xavi, Busquets; Neymar, Messi, Iniesta

López; Arbeloa, Varane, Pepe, Marcelo; Ramos, Khedira, Modric; Bale, Di María, Cristiano Ronaldo

Damn. Wanted Puyol-Pique. Hope Maschenaro and Pique dont give any freebies tonight.

Ramos as dm is like smell of a red card. Has he ever played as dm? I know Pepe has, so it seems weird to place Ramos as dm instead

 

[Zabojnik]

terrible ~.~

Stop complaining, Bla. Nobody is buying it.

 

[GorillaJu]

Sturridge is just itching to score today. Really hope he gets his chance.

 

[mellz]

Ramos midfielder? Is that the first time?

 

[FootballFan]

I'm glad my very few posts in this thread leave a lasting impression on you.

I have nothing against you, it is the posts of FootballFan that are detrimental to the enjoyment of this thread - even to neutral posters.

Lol

 

[Arnie]

God I'm so hyped for the Clasico after this, provided we keep our focus and ensure the win.

United being embarrassed at home is merely icing on an already sumptuous sponge.

 

[Frustrated_me]

God I'm so hyped for the Clasico after this, provided we keep our focus and ensure the win.

I'm anxiously ready.. Watching the united game to warm up.

 

[sneaky77]

Ramos midfielder? Is that the first time?

I am guessing 3 CB's and Marcelo and Arbeloa going up the wings?

Marca is saying Carvajal is starting over Arbeloa

 

[Fergie]

Young warming up.

Lol.

 

[Tc91]

Adnan save us.

 

[Rad-]

Adnan coming up.

 

[DominoKid]

its really not fair to januzaj that he basically has to be our savior now.

 

[Hixx]

Not a lot has made me smile this season but Man United getting beat off Stoke at Old Trafford would be pretty fucking great.

 

[sazabirules]

Ugh Barkley needs to work on his decision making. He shoots when he should pass and passes when he should shoot.

 

[doicare]

Shots on goal : 5 for stoke, 3 for united.

Saves by De Gea : 3, Saves by Begovic : 2.

How are you going to twist that?

Nothing to twist, shots don't = the whole game

 

[Elchele]

I would like to see us play a 4-3-2-1 like Dortmund, personally, with Suarez and Coutinho behind Sturridge, then the same midfield three we're playing now, Lucas in the middle with Gerrard on the right and Henderson on the left.

????? Dortmund always plays a 4-2-3-1.

 

[Awesome Animals]

Lots of weird decisions to shoot today. By both teams.

 

[KidA Seven]

Nico Schulz >>>> Januzaj

That's not fair. He's 2 years older.

 

[Wes]

Lots of weird decisions to shoot today. By both teams.

Sounds like the Tonev effect.