Glasgow_Saint Posted 2 November, 2013 Share Posted 2 November, 2013 Far too much respect being shown to Stoke on here. They are bottom half fodder and their form is poor. OK, decent performance against a United side we softened up for them, but they will be tired after ET midweek. If we are at it and we hit our straps, we win convincingly. Two, three or four nil. Agreed mate - Fulham beat them ffs as did Norwich Stoke have won just once at home since last feb and that was against Crystal Palace!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glasgow_Saint Posted 2 November, 2013 Share Posted 2 November, 2013 Dani will not be playing at Stoke (nor Sunderland.) Where's OsWALDO gone missing again!!! Pmsl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glasgow_Saint Posted 2 November, 2013 Share Posted 2 November, 2013 Dani will not be playing at Stoke (nor Sunderland.) Where's OsWALDO gone missing again!!! Pmsl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toadhall Saint Posted 2 November, 2013 Share Posted 2 November, 2013 Where is the VMan? Going for a Saints win. They are transitioning from all out hoof ball to part hoof ball. If we start at the pace we did against Fulham I'm expecting the same score line. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint_Tony Posted 2 November, 2013 Share Posted 2 November, 2013 Lol another great joke Glasgow.This high praise for Stoke seems very odd, I've hardly even taken notice of them this season. Can remember them beating Palace and West Ham but not a lot else. Didn't they lose at home to Norwich? I think Lambert should start today with Osvaldo on the bench. Davis another good option to close out the game Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glasgow_Saint Posted 2 November, 2013 Share Posted 2 November, 2013 Lol another great joke Glasgow.This high praise for Stoke seems very odd, I've hardly even taken notice of them this season. Can remember them beating Palace and West Ham but not a lot else. Didn't they lose at home to Norwich? I think Lambert should start today with Osvaldo on the bench. Davis another good option to close out the game Thanks mate. & yes Norwich beat them at Stoke Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cabrone Posted 2 November, 2013 Share Posted 2 November, 2013 Can't see Stoke getting more than 1 goal against us but I can see us getting at least 1 goal. Draw or win for us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
igsey Posted 2 November, 2013 Share Posted 2 November, 2013 I will frankly be disappointed if we don't take this chance to send Stoke further towards relegation with a resounding win. We got 3 goals there last season and arguably have an improved attack with a top-form Lallana, so I don't see why we can't do the same again! 3-1 Saints. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Webby Posted 2 November, 2013 Share Posted 2 November, 2013 Seen a few predictions for an end to our great run today, but to be honest, I thought that for the Fulham game. That was typically the kind of opposition we'd mess up against after a fine run of results, and we stuffed them out of sight. This Stoke game is one that we'd usually not hope to get anything from, perhaps a draw, which I'd be happy with, but if we show our class I think we can win it, and that will really show how far we've come. I know we won at liverpool but you know, there's always a chance that we could grab a win like that, but Stoke is the kind of side we don't do well against. Fingers crossed for a win! COYS! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glasgow_Saint Posted 2 November, 2013 Share Posted 2 November, 2013 We seem to struggle to 'raise' our game against the bottom clubs...... Norwich, WHU, Sunderland this season and similar last season under mopo..... Struggled against sunderland, QPR, wigan, norwich, newcastle ect Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saint lard Posted 2 November, 2013 Share Posted 2 November, 2013 Just to let you know,Rickie lambert and Adam Lallana will be on goals on Sunday apparently. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
View From The Top Posted 2 November, 2013 Share Posted 2 November, 2013 Stokies are very confident of a win. I'll be getting some grief next week of we don't get something out of the game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
speed demon Posted 2 November, 2013 Share Posted 2 November, 2013 We've nothing to fear. Play our game as we know we can, let them worry about us. Remember - it's happening.............. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wade Garrett Posted 2 November, 2013 Share Posted 2 November, 2013 Will be a battle in the middle of the pitch between Wanyama and Nzonzi. Then there's the dirty back 4 who will be kicking anything that moves. Hopefully we've got a strong ref. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leicestersaint Posted 2 November, 2013 Share Posted 2 November, 2013 Had a dream last night we drew 0-0. You clearly have exciting dreams! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bucks Saint Posted 2 November, 2013 Share Posted 2 November, 2013 We seem to struggle to 'raise' our game against the bottom clubs...... Norwich, WHU, Sunderland this season and similar last season under mopo..... Struggled against sunderland, QPR, wigan, norwich, newcastle ect This season form has been much better since first few games. Palace and Fulham clear examples Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Boy Saint Posted 2 November, 2013 Share Posted 2 November, 2013 I fully expect Stoke to try and kick lumps out of us in the first 30 mins. Wouldn't be suprised to see Luke or JWP go off injured within the first 20. I'd be more than happy to come away from that 5h!t hole with as few injuries as possible and a 1-0 win. COYS Last year to counter the ruffling up the oppos policy Adkins went with Jos, Jose, Shaw and Maya across the back which tempted Stoke to come down our left as with 3 big players to the right, especially Maya not feeling very generous. Then if you noticed last season Guly when playing with Luke behind him is like a big brother sticking up for his younger sibling. But then we have big Vic this season, and his Ninja buddy alongside him, I think the mere thought of having to get round a brick outhouse and a combative clinical tackler they will have something else to think about. I would say we are far to cute to be caught by players trying to kick lumps out of us, but then it is about time the referees gave us some decent protection too, as one thing we don't seem to do readily is collapse like being taken out by a sniper when being tackled, and to be honest it's a sad state that the refs only seem to do something when the "tackled" player hits the deck theatrically. (Sorry still seething from Mariner giving a freekick to Sidwell last week when he was all over Luke then Sidwell left the ground to challenge him and Luke was on his way with Sidwell sat on his backside). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batman Posted 2 November, 2013 Share Posted 2 November, 2013 at what point will the first meltdown post happen today? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dubai_phil Posted 2 November, 2013 Share Posted 2 November, 2013 BBC Solent Sport @solentsport 19m #saintsfc fans, we're after a travelling fan to be our half time pundit. Fancy summarising the first half for BBC Radio Solent? Get tweeting if you're at the game gang Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dubai_phil Posted 2 November, 2013 Share Posted 2 November, 2013 at what point will the first meltdown post happen today? Might be slower than usual. It will take time for them to find their keyboards under the dust & cobwebs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coxford_lou Posted 2 November, 2013 Share Posted 2 November, 2013 [quote=John Boy Saint;1807389 But then we have big Vic this season, and his Ninja buddy alongside him, I think the mere thought of having to get round a brick outhouse and a combative clinical tackler they will have something else to think about. Ninja buddy = Schneiderlin ?? Haha, brilliant. Loving your work John Boy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tpbury Posted 2 November, 2013 Share Posted 2 November, 2013 I'm completely ****ed and have another 2 hours to wait, then I'll have 4 hours sleep. Might get some in beforehand. COYR! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJ_TOAST Posted 2 November, 2013 Share Posted 2 November, 2013 Nice Saints piece on Soccer Saturday on sky...anybody else see..Benali...he has hair now ? what Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batman Posted 2 November, 2013 Share Posted 2 November, 2013 Mark Wright - 'would love it to see them in the top 4" his heart wants us there. but said that top 7 would be a fantastic achievement. fair enough Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
norwaysaint Posted 2 November, 2013 Share Posted 2 November, 2013 at what point will the first meltdown post happen today? Eh? You write that like you haven't been responsible for a good portion of them. Or are you being ironic and it's going over my head? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Winchester Red Posted 2 November, 2013 Share Posted 2 November, 2013 Where's THEVMAN? We need actual info! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
norwaysaint Posted 2 November, 2013 Share Posted 2 November, 2013 Quite interesting to look at their forum, I'm surprised they're generally quite sure they'll beat us and most seem to think that man for man their team is better or as good, except for up front. http://oatcakefanzine.proboards.com/board/2/stoke-city-fc we could lose to anybody on the day, but I'm surprised our defensive record means so little. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Garrett Posted 2 November, 2013 Share Posted 2 November, 2013 Quite interesting to look at their forum, I'm surprised they're generally quite sure they'll beat us and most seem to think that man for man their team is better or as good, except for up front. http://oatcakefanzine.proboards.com/board/2/stoke-city-fc we could lose to anybody on the day, but I'm surprised our defensive record means so little. They're clearly retarded. They have a championship squad. Hope we give the hoofers a lesson today. COYS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaintRobbie Posted 2 November, 2013 Share Posted 2 November, 2013 We're outstanding in every department - we will win by one goal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glasgow_Saint Posted 2 November, 2013 Share Posted 2 November, 2013 at what point will the first meltdown post happen today? A few of my favs...... (All started by YOU) http://www.saintsweb.co.uk/showthread.php?41171-West-Ham-whats-the-difference#.UnUAiLIgGK0 http://www.saintsweb.co.uk/showthread.php?42470-Ponchito-wont-last-the-year#.UnUA2LIgGK0 http://www.saintsweb.co.uk/showthread.php?19384-Can-someone-please-change-my-membership#.UnUBP7IgGK0 http://www.saintsweb.co.uk/showthread.php?36995-Guly#.UnUBc7IgGK0 http://www.saintsweb.co.uk/showthread.php?25290-Time-to-accept-that-it-is-unlikely-we-will-go-up#.UnUBm7IgGK0 http://www.saintsweb.co.uk/showthread.php?31921-How-much-do-you-rate-like-nige#.UnUB87IgGK0 http://www.saintsweb.co.uk/showthread.php?40849-Being-far-too-open#.UnUCgbIgGK0 http://www.saintsweb.co.uk/showthread.php?39869-Subs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glasgow_Saint Posted 2 November, 2013 Share Posted 2 November, 2013 at what point will the first meltdown post happen today? A few of my favs...... (All started by YOU) http://www.saintsweb.co.uk/showthread.php?41171-West-Ham-whats-the-difference#.UnUAiLIgGK0 http://www.saintsweb.co.uk/showthread.php?42470-Ponchito-wont-last-the-year#.UnUA2LIgGK0 http://www.saintsweb.co.uk/showthread.php?19384-Can-someone-please-change-my-membership#.UnUBP7IgGK0 http://www.saintsweb.co.uk/showthread.php?36995-Guly#.UnUBc7IgGK0 http://www.saintsweb.co.uk/showthread.php?25290-Time-to-accept-that-it-is-unlikely-we-will-go-up#.UnUBm7IgGK0 http://www.saintsweb.co.uk/showthread.php?31921-How-much-do-you-rate-like-nige#.UnUB87IgGK0 http://www.saintsweb.co.uk/showthread.php?40849-Being-far-too-open#.UnUCgbIgGK0 http://www.saintsweb.co.uk/showthread.php?39869-Subs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batman Posted 2 November, 2013 Share Posted 2 November, 2013 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthew Le God Posted 2 November, 2013 Share Posted 2 November, 2013 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glasgow_Saint Posted 2 November, 2013 Share Posted 2 November, 2013 Looks good to me. No osWALDO? injured? No Guly? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthew Le God Posted 2 November, 2013 Share Posted 2 November, 2013 (edited) Looks good to me. No osWALDO? injured? No Guly? Guly has a knee injury, Osvaldo has a hamstring injury and wasn't to be seen in any of the training videos or photos on Thursday. Edited 2 November, 2013 by Matthew Le God Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Winchester Red Posted 2 November, 2013 Share Posted 2 November, 2013 Win today and we go second (albeit for an hour or two) Assuming the toon hold onto their lead Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
igsey Posted 2 November, 2013 Share Posted 2 November, 2013 Glad to see JWP and JRod retain their places, bench looks good too. I hope we bring Cork on at some stage just to p*ss off the Stoke fans. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gastón10 Posted 2 November, 2013 Share Posted 2 November, 2013 Unchanged side then which I think is very good. Ramirez on the bench again, hopefully he gets a chance to play in the second half. No Osvaldo in the squad though, but could still have his injury issue. I'm glad JWP kept his place in the side. been brilliant his season. his dead ball delivery is fantastic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batman Posted 2 November, 2013 Share Posted 2 November, 2013 newcastle beating chelsea if this stays as is, a win will send us 2nd holy christ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Window Cleaner Posted 2 November, 2013 Share Posted 2 November, 2013 Looks good to me. No osWALDO? injured? No Guly? Guly is injured, Osvaldo ? no idea...even gone maybe. MP said he was better but had to be assessed but he doesn't appear in any of the build up photos or videos. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wild-saint Posted 2 November, 2013 Share Posted 2 November, 2013 Where's OsWALDO gone missing again!!! Pmsl whats with the oswaldo spelling? my 10 year old comes out with funnier quips than that. fairly pointless dont you think.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewYorkSaint Posted 2 November, 2013 Share Posted 2 November, 2013 I rewatched last week's game, and was stunned all over again by Lallana's play. When you think of our pressing game, he is the number 1 instigator. Stole possession more times than I could count. And when he as the ball his swerves, shimmies and flicks are just unbelievable. Last season, the injury to Adam, right before the Sunderland game, led to a spell of disappointing form for us. If he can stay healthy, given how well the rest of the team are playing (as a team!), I think our magic run will only get better. Some day soon, there will be a bucketful of saints goals. C'mon Saints! I'm really up for this one.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gastón10 Posted 2 November, 2013 Share Posted 2 November, 2013 such a change from last season to be 6th in the league atm, with the possibility to going 2nd. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ohio Saint Posted 2 November, 2013 Share Posted 2 November, 2013 C'mon Saints! I'm really up for this one.... such a change from last season It's crazy. I start getting excited about Saturday on Wednesday these days! I can't ever remember it being quite like this as a Saints fan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batman Posted 2 November, 2013 Share Posted 2 November, 2013 newcastle 2-0 up 1 min to go a win and we go 2nd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Window Cleaner Posted 2 November, 2013 Share Posted 2 November, 2013 such a change from last season to be 6th in the league atm, with the possibility to going 2nd. we're 5th Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ohio Saint Posted 2 November, 2013 Share Posted 2 November, 2013 If I'm gonna keep looking at the league and it's permutations, I may have to start learning how to add and subtract and stuff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Window Cleaner Posted 2 November, 2013 Share Posted 2 November, 2013 newcastle 2-0 up 1 min to go a win and we go 2nd Unsurprising, Chelsea's defence can be a bit rickety at times. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint_Tony Posted 2 November, 2013 Share Posted 2 November, 2013 Bad feeling now. Things like Southampton fc going 2nd in the Premier League just don't happen. I'll have to stick with 2-1 Stoke Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glasgow_Saint Posted 2 November, 2013 Share Posted 2 November, 2013 Bad feeling now. Things like Southampton fc going 2nd in the Premier League just don't happen. I'll have to stick with 2-1 Stoke Think positive Tony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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