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Lyanco definitely offers more than Bendarek. He provides more support for Tino for starters. No way would he have allowed a tall player that sort of space at the back post. In fairness I doubt Stephens would have either. None of our defenders are front line PL quality. Not even Salisu at the moment although given a decent partner he'll flourish. We really should have bought that guy from Forest when we had the chance. Although a gamble of course. Its so frustrating when we have three good full backs to be so weak in the middle. Maybe Valery is the answer 😲 Finally shout out to Shane Long Beat Burn to a header twice the man has springs in his boots.

Just back, what a depressing game. I've no issue with Newcastle. They played to their strengths which are limited but it was enough to see off Saints. Both Howe and Gerrard have worked out a strategy to blunt our attack, and in defence ... well it is obvious to everyone. Has been for years. Pump the ball in to a big man. Chances are he'll score eventually. A replacement for Bendarek is required, and he needs to be a big bugger. I thought Mo struggled tonight, and Broja's game has gone off the boil a bit. However he is being marked very closely. Has to learn to deal with that. Funny how we see the game differently. I thought Adams played ok and really put himself about. They defended deep, and there never seemed to be an outlet for our wide players. Need to get our mo jo back on Sunday.

Reckon this will be a crap game. They'll be nervous of Saints and after Saturday Saints will be nervous of themselves. As a result both teams will probably dance around each other a little. Once a goal is scored then the offended team will resort to type, and the game will open up. Dour draw I reckon, one bad game doesn't destroy a team. Saints need to use this game to reboot and get their system going.

Most teams have days like this at some point. Combination of believing the hype, no Salisu or KWP, opposition playing well and the team looking jaded. It happens but don't just give in and concede 5 or 6. Fight, try and get a goal or two back. Crucial to keep some self belief

Guess we were due this at some point. The defence is being carved open, this partnership clearly isn't our best. However the ball is being lost elsewhere far too frequently. Bad day at the office, changes required.

We all know that opposition managers are no mugs, and will adapt their tactics when playing us. No way we're Saints going to continue to have the freedom of midfield. However to do that they have to weaken elsewhere, key is to find that weakness and exploit it. I can't see it at the moment but I suspect McGin is going to tire from 70 mins onwards.

Two things Usual suspects will pile on Stephens. Looked like a very good turn from Watkins in my opinion. Long way to go in this game havecsome faith.

Not always. Portsmouth's final was at the QF stage when they beat Utd away. Clear run after that. But you are right the cookie has to crumble that way.

That draw has really messed things up. As mentioned the route to cup glory means Saints have to beat at least two of City / Chelsea / Liverpool. I'm an optimistic guy but that is stretching it a bit. Playing in the big boys playground now.

Burnley game gets shunted now.

Guess we have to play them at some point

Man City at home

Supposedly 10 mins ago,bet they get another ad break in.

We aren't keeping Broja, I've resigned myself to that now. I'm sure Chelsea will keep him now and offload some of their expensive talent. Just need to enjoy him whilst we have him.

I've always rated him. He is a real leader and takes no nonsense. He has got better in the air but that will always be an issue for him. Nevertheless I think he is the best partner for Salisu at the moment.

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Find some mates to injure Walker, Trent Alexander, Reese James, Wan-Bissaka, Lamptey, and hope Trippier doesn't recover too quickly. On top of all that Tino is in front of him at Saints. Ridiculous, he stands more chance at Left Back.

I find myself abroad for this one. I hate Sky for moving the game. Which means I am looking for a stream. Could do with some help please.

Can't see us catching West Ham, Arse, Wolves or Spurs. They have too much in the bank. Probably need to focus on staying ahead of Leicester, Villa, and Palace. That will be a great feeling in May. Obviously we would have won the cup by then.

Personally I think we are looking at this the wrong way. Ings moved to Villa because Saints called his bluff. They went public that he wasn't signing and said they were moving on. Probably had Broja in their sites. Ings was trying to keep his options open and then suddenly he had none. No CL team would take him due to injuries, that was obvious. He was then left casting about for a team like Villa or West Ham. Saints did well out of the deal, and I hoped he'd do well. No need for any aggro with Ings. He is a professional footballer. Came here and did a great job. He has the right to play elsewhere. Remember Saints let him go earlier in his career. We can hardly accuse him of disloyalty now. Good to see the club take no nonsense, it may dissuade others in the future.

Blast they lost 2 3. I completely jinksed that by bumping this thread. 😔

FotMob is the app I use on my android. Works well. Here's the answer to my question about promotion.

I see the B team are winning again, 2-1 60 minutes in. Olaigbe scored again, he must due a run out for the 1st team soon. One win off 2nd place. Anyone know how many go up.