bowers-sfc Posted 25 November, 2013 Share Posted 25 November, 2013 New week, let's not talk about Saturdays incident again... Lovren in for Jos if fit, otherwise unchanged. Really think we could get something Sunday. I would love us to be the team to break Jose's record at Stamford bridge! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlakeySFC Posted 25 November, 2013 Share Posted 25 November, 2013 Loss, next. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batman Posted 25 November, 2013 Share Posted 25 November, 2013 3-1 loss. No drama Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chewy Posted 25 November, 2013 Share Posted 25 November, 2013 Think we can get something here. Going for a draw. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkish Posted 25 November, 2013 Share Posted 25 November, 2013 Another 2-0 loss as our slide down the table gathers pace. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trousers Posted 25 November, 2013 Share Posted 25 November, 2013 (edited) 6-0 to Chelsea Pochettino sacked Cortese quits and the Liebherrs sell up Successive relegations to League Two Lose 3-0 to Pompey in south coast derby Rupert Lowe returns with Pootvliet to rescue the club Edited 25 November, 2013 by trousers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CB Fry Posted 25 November, 2013 Share Posted 25 November, 2013 6-0 to Chelsea Pochettino sacked Cortese quits and the Liebherrs sell up Successive relegations to League Two Lose 3-0 to Ponpey in south coast derby Rupert Lowe returns with Pootvliet to rescue the club Stick to Groundhog Day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Window Cleaner Posted 25 November, 2013 Share Posted 25 November, 2013 New week, let's not talk about Saturdays incident again... Lovren in for Jos if fit, otherwise unchanged. Really think we could get something Sunday. I would love us to be the team to break Jose's record at Stamford bridge! Think we might see a couple of changes, perhaps Osvaldo to start with Lambert on the bench and personally I wasn't over convinced by JWP's contribution on Saturday, a bit stereotyped, perhaps he was worn down by his international duties, depends how much we're counting on his dead ball delivery really. I'd start Gaston but then I don't play FIFA 14 or CM. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roger Posted 25 November, 2013 Share Posted 25 November, 2013 Think we might see a couple of changes, perhaps Osvaldo to start with Lambert on the bench and personally I wasn't over convinced by JWP's contribution on Saturday, a bit stereotyped, perhaps he was worn down by his international duties, depends how much we're counting on his dead ball delivery really. I'd start Gaston but then I don't play FIFA 14 or CM. Ward prowse was excellent first half but had to play right back second half so couldn't really influence game. If we have lovren and shaw and first eleven fit we have outside chance if a draw IMO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr X Posted 25 November, 2013 Share Posted 25 November, 2013 If it becomes clear that borucs epic showboating error has effected him badly do we still stick with him? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trousers Posted 25 November, 2013 Share Posted 25 November, 2013 Stick to Groundhog Day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wrensup Posted 25 November, 2013 Share Posted 25 November, 2013 If it becomes clear that borucs epic showboating error has effected him badly do we still stick with him? I think it's clear it hasn't bothered him. Just look at his Instagram and what Poch has said. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr X Posted 25 November, 2013 Share Posted 25 November, 2013 I think it's clear it hasn't bothered him. Just look at his Instagram and what Poch has said. I mean on the pitch, we don't know that yet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JRM Posted 25 November, 2013 Share Posted 25 November, 2013 Any news on the injuries we have? Hope Lovren is back, we'll definitely need him, and a fully fit Luke Shaw. by the time we kick off we could have already slipped down the table , not much seperating 2nd and 9th. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trousers Posted 25 November, 2013 Share Posted 25 November, 2013 Dodgy Trousers logic alert.... I'd be tempted to change things around a bit for this game (up front). Most people won't expect us to win this one anyway and, to me, its an ideal opportunity to try out the Gaston - Osvaldo combo for a large chunk of the game (for the first time this season?). Arguably, Chelsea is a team that the likes of Gaston and Osvaldo will be more 'at home' playing against... So, despite putting my head above the SWF thought police parapet, here's what I'd go for... Boruc Clyne - Fonte - Lovren - Shaw Wanyama - Schneiderlin JWP - Ramirez - Lallana Osvaldo Subs: K Davis, Chambers, Yoshida, Cork (if fit) / Reed (if not), S Davis, Lambert, Rodriguez Fire away... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Garrett Posted 25 November, 2013 Share Posted 25 November, 2013 My choice would be: Boruc; Clyne Fonte Lovren Shaw; Wanyama Morgan; JWP Lallana JRod; Osvaldo. Gazza; Chambers Yoshi; Cork Davis Gaston; Lambert Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bwanamakubwa Posted 25 November, 2013 Share Posted 25 November, 2013 ^^ this for me too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teenagegsaint Posted 25 November, 2013 Share Posted 25 November, 2013 Boruc Clyne - Fonte - Lovren - Shaw Wanyama - Schneiderlin JWP- Lallana- Rodriguez Osvaldo Subs: K Davis, Chambers, Yoshida, Cork , S Davis, Lambert, Gaston Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jjsaint Posted 25 November, 2013 Share Posted 25 November, 2013 2-1 loss methinks. I'm looking forward to it... in a way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Appy Posted 25 November, 2013 Share Posted 25 November, 2013 Michael Oliver in charge for this one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hatch Posted 25 November, 2013 Share Posted 25 November, 2013 Boruc NC - DL - JF - LS Wanyama - Davis - Schneiderlin JWP - Gaston - AL Lambert - Osvaldo and hope no one notices. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bratwurst Posted 25 November, 2013 Share Posted 25 November, 2013 We beat them 1:0 ....Boruc outstanding Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wiggles31 Posted 25 November, 2013 Share Posted 25 November, 2013 Big test this game to see how we bounce back. First game of 3 in 6 days so may see some changes. Fancy a 2-2 entertaining draw. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CalneSaint Posted 25 November, 2013 Share Posted 25 November, 2013 If we go with our A game I see no reason to come away with 3pts, as WBA nearly did it, but for a dodgy reffing decision.....reality bites and it will be a close loss or a very good draw .. 2-1 or 1-1 (hoping for a 0-2).... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bearsy Posted 25 November, 2013 Share Posted 25 November, 2013 Atkins got sack for dropping 2 points up there last season, so i would imagine Ponch needs the win really. Hope he gets it, don't think it's good timing for another managerial change. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
USA SaintsFan Posted 25 November, 2013 Share Posted 25 November, 2013 3-2 win. Lovren with the dramatic stoppage time winner. Chelsea fans boo their team off the pitch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
orchardsaint Posted 26 November, 2013 Share Posted 26 November, 2013 Is it on tv? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mowgli Posted 26 November, 2013 Share Posted 26 November, 2013 Dodgy Trousers logic alert.... I'd be tempted to change things around a bit for this game (up front). Most people won't expect us to win this one anyway and, to me, its an ideal opportunity to try out the Gaston - Osvaldo combo for a large chunk of the game (for the first time this season?). Arguably, Chelsea is a team that the likes of Gaston and Osvaldo will be more 'at home' playing against... So, despite putting my head above the SWF thought police parapet, here's what I'd go for... Boruc Clyne - Fonte - Lovren - Shaw Wanyama - Schneiderlin JWP - Ramirez - Lallana Osvaldo Subs: K Davis, Chambers, Yoshida, Cork (if fit) / Reed (if not), S Davis, Lambert, Rodriguez Fire away... No - I think that is a really good call. So long as we have J Rod and Lambo to come on and change things around if it does not work. Its a good shout - probably wont happen though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iansums Posted 26 November, 2013 Share Posted 26 November, 2013 Boruc Clyne - Fonte - Lovren - Shaw Wanyama - Schneiderlin JWP- Lallana- Rodriguez Osvaldo Subs: K Davis, Chambers, Yoshida, Cork , S Davis, Lambert, Gaston Nice when our back 7 picks itself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
orchardsaint Posted 26 November, 2013 Share Posted 26 November, 2013 Nice when our back 7 picks itself. because they are good quality and not just the ones we have to use! at last apart from AL, i don't really care who the other three are, i think we we will give them a really good run for their money. as i have said before, on other threads, this game does not worry ne, it is the next 3 in 6 days that will show us where we are. after then do we need to start looking at us as a realistically placed top 7-8 team. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pingwing Posted 26 November, 2013 Share Posted 26 November, 2013 Is it on tv? Yes on Sunday afternoon, probably, I think Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Window Cleaner Posted 26 November, 2013 Share Posted 26 November, 2013 Yes on Sunday afternoon, probably, I think It's certainly on Canal+ Sport. Big TV afternoon, 3 games, don't think I'll be doing much DIY or tidying up my woodland where 2 foot of greasy snow on trees with autumn leaves has wreaked havoc on Sunday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlie Wayman Posted 26 November, 2013 Share Posted 26 November, 2013 We'll win 2-0. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BotleySaint Posted 26 November, 2013 Share Posted 26 November, 2013 4 points from the two Chelsea games last year. If we keep it tight it can be the same again this year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dark Munster Posted 26 November, 2013 Share Posted 26 November, 2013 We beat them 1:0 ....Boruc outstanding And scoring a wind-assisted winner after 12 seconds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JRM Posted 26 November, 2013 Share Posted 26 November, 2013 Chelsea are putting out a strong side tonight v Basle away, fingers crossed the pick up some injuries Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batman Posted 26 November, 2013 Share Posted 26 November, 2013 Chelsea are putting out a strong side tonight v Basle away, fingers crossed the pick up some injuries Their squad is ridiculous. Doubt it matters Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Window Cleaner Posted 26 November, 2013 Share Posted 26 November, 2013 Their squad is ridiculous. Doubt it matters there's a lot of rubbish in their squad, they aren't particulary overloaded at CB as Luiz is out for a fair while. Just leaves Cahill and Terry with Ivanovic as a stand in on many occasions, means they have to play Bertrand at RB. Azpilicueta is easily exploitable at LB as well. They have a shedload of midfielders but some of the other positions aren't too well covered. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaintSparky Posted 26 November, 2013 Share Posted 26 November, 2013 Yes on Sunday afternoon, probably, I think Sky Sports 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sour Mash Posted 26 November, 2013 Share Posted 26 November, 2013 Chelsea are really struggling against Basel tonight. Looks like Eto might be out for a little while. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batman Posted 26 November, 2013 Share Posted 26 November, 2013 If rafa had mata out like this and had the double done on them by basel. They would be going nuts And sending lukaku on loan was utterly insane Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Garrett Posted 26 November, 2013 Share Posted 26 November, 2013 They won't lose two on the bounce surely?! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thornhill_saints Posted 26 November, 2013 Share Posted 26 November, 2013 Lets just hope Pochettino went to watch in Switzerland tonight Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Boy Saint Posted 27 November, 2013 Share Posted 27 November, 2013 Pochettino said he was looking forwards to crossing swords again with Mourinho at the beginning of the season, so I would imagine he will have the boys well up for ths game. Brother-in-law is a Chelsea season ticket holder and admitted hat Chelsea are a bit indifferent at the moment, and whilst watching the game on Saturday afternoon commented that Chelsea will have to work harder than they have of late to get any result from us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JRM Posted 27 November, 2013 Share Posted 27 November, 2013 Really looking forward to this one now, more so than the Arsenal game for some reason and think we've got a good chance as long as shaw + lovren are back in. I think it helps that the hype has died down a bit and expectations going into the match will be more realistic. last week we had talk of saints going top, and Terry Venables wrote in The Sun that we were the new Barcelona . this week we could drop to 8th before we play taking us off the radar a bit. seen some good saints performances at Stamford Bridge over the years , I'm going to predict a re-run of the 1992 ZDS cup area final 2nd leg 3-1 win to saints Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkish Posted 27 November, 2013 Share Posted 27 November, 2013 Really looking forward to this one now, more so than the Arsenal game for some reason and think we've got a good chance as long as shaw + lovren are back in. I think it helps that the hype has died down a bit and expectations going into the match will be more realistic. last week we had talk of saints going top, and Terry Venables wrote in The Sun that we were the new Barcelona . this week we could drop to 8th before we play taking us off the radar a bit. seen some good saints performances at Stamford Bridge over the years , I'm going to predict a re-run of the 1992 ZDS cup area final 2nd leg 3-1 win to saints He wasn't the first mate. One step ahead as usual. I haven't read the thread for a while but no doubt i was called a WUM and a troll. http://www.saintsweb.co.uk/showthread.php?30492-Barcelona-tonight-an-insight-into-our-future Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eelpie Posted 27 November, 2013 Share Posted 27 November, 2013 I mean on the pitch, we don't know that yet Don't forget the wind! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benjii Posted 27 November, 2013 Share Posted 27 November, 2013 The "back 7" is an automatic pick and Lallana will play, rightly, if fit. So, it's a case of two from JWP, Davis, Rodriguez, Ramirez and the kids and one from Lambert, Osvaldo and Rodriguez. Personally, I would go with JWP and Davis from the off, I think. The danger from Chelsea comes if Hazard/Oscar/Mata are facing our goal with space 20-40 yards out. Let's push them right back from the off. Looked like Eto was hitting some form but will be out. Obviously Torres is a threat on the break but our backline's organisation is usually so good that we shouldn't be too worried about pushing right up. Upfront, Lambert is benched. He hasn't, in truth, been playing all that well in a lot of our games and away from home he really does struggle to find space in dangerous positions. I would probably start with Osvaldo as we need to try to play him into form but I would also be interested to see Rodriguez play up top in an away match soon. Either way, I think Poch needs to resist the temptation to accommodate Lambert and Osvaldo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint86 Posted 27 November, 2013 Share Posted 27 November, 2013 The "back 7" is an automatic pick and Lallana will play, rightly, if fit. So, it's a case of two from JWP, Davis, Rodriguez, Ramirez and the kids and one from Lambert, Osvaldo and Rodriguez. Personally, I would go with JWP and Davis from the off, I think. The danger from Chelsea comes if Hazard/Oscar/Mata are facing our goal with space 20-40 yards out. Let's push them right back from the off. Looked like Eto was hitting some form but will be out. Obviously Torres is a threat on the break but our backline's organisation is usually so good that we shouldn't be too worried about pushing right up. Upfront, Lambert is benched. He hasn't, in truth, been playing all that well in a lot of our games and away from home he really does struggle to find space in dangerous positions. I would probably start with Osvaldo as we need to try to play him into form but I would also be interested to see Rodriguez play up top in an away match soon. Either way, I think Poch needs to resist the temptation to accommodate Lambert and Osvaldo. You know that 2 of them will start right? Can't believe so many are advocating dropping JayRod. Oh to be an armchair fan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lighthouse Posted 27 November, 2013 Share Posted 27 November, 2013 They won't lose two on the bounce surely?! I wouldn't have thought they would lose to Basel twice either but it happened. I think we probably will suffer a narrow defeat here after a decent enough performance. Would play the same side as Arsenal but with Ossie in for Lambert. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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