Southampton(1) 1-2 (3)Newcastle - League Cup Semi Final - Second Leg

[Saint_clark]

Just now, maysie said:

It’s not so much the personnel for me but the formation. We’ve never looked good with 3CBs. There may be the odd exception but I struggle to remember it.

Last time I remember us looking good with three at the back was away to Chelsea under Koeman. 

[CanadaSaint]

17 minutes ago, Toussaint said:

Well, we have five subs, so by no means is the starting lineup likely to be the finishing lineup 

The only semblance of logic I can think of is that it's part of a "hang on and hit them late" strategy, because we can certainly throw much more at them if we're not already out of it. The alternative explanation, of course, is Jones's recurrent desire to show that he's smarter than everyone else.

[Saint86]

Just seen the team. Wtf. I do not like!! 

[SNSUN]

If you offered me pens I'd take that right now with bells on. In a game we have to win we've gone balls out defensive. We may be getting the players we want but questions are still out over the manager. 

 

Still if he wins us the cup I'll nosh him off.

 

*ramblings of SNSUN not legally binding*

[bangkoksaint]

We’re not winning with that formation and team. A real shame because we could, with a decent team selection, have possibly pulled a rabbit from a hat and got something from the game. I particularly feel sorry for those that have travelled up there for this.

[whelk]

1 minute ago, The Kraken said:

I’m guessing the pre show followed the line of all the Qatar hand wringing at the World Cup and highlighted the horrific atrocities of the Saudi regime who own Newcastle?

Getting completely ignored now. Welcome to the PL you murdering arab bastards

[LeBizzier69]

If we go 2-0 down I might have to turn off. The current jizz fest over Newcastle by the media will make it unbearable. It’s pathetic and vomit inducing.

[hypochondriac]

I hate that team. 

No Perraud 

No Edozie 

No Lavia 

And on the face of it no hope. 

 

[Saint86]

How can he seriously expect us to stand a chance with that line up and players like lavia on the bench ffs. It's a semi final, 90min from Wembley! 

As others have said, all I can think is we're planning to park the bus, play on the counter, and try to either nick a goal or go for it late on. Its a brave strategy. Will leave a lot to do if we let a goal in by inviting Newcastle onto us. Game over if it goes 2-0.

Bednarek cannot be match fit either - he may have a stormer, but to me starting him in defence is absolutely asking for it. 

Edited 31 January, 2023 by Saint86

[badgerx16]

40 minutes ago, saintant said:

I see his mate from Luton didn't need to get used to our system 🙂

He should know it already.

[Baird of the land]

Didn't expect Perraud or Lavia to play today, given they played so long on Saturday. My main concern is bednarek over caleta car. Interested to see if the 3/5 at back works better with Jones' Bree in there now.

[Lee On Solent Saint]

3 minutes ago, Saint86 said:

How can he seriously expect us to stand a chance with that line up and players like lavia on the bench ffs. It's a semi final, 90min from Wembley! 

Ralph did similar against Leicester in the FA Cup and got absolute pelters. Hoping Jones gets the same. 

[coalman]

We've really set up to put one of the goals under siege. Sadly, our own.

[Chez]

Excited.

Looking forward to seeing if Bree is a proper player. I see he's been written off already on here.

Not a fan of five at the back, but perhaps he wants to keep it tight early on and grow into the game.

Jones' is clearly concerned about the size of Newcastle, so wants that extra CB. 

Edozie has flattered to deceive and may offer a nice option from the bench.

Amstrong has yet another chance down the middle, but I think he looked a genuine threat out wide last time.

Diallo had a good game against Newcastle last time, but can he repeat that? Hope so.

COYR.

[CanadaSaint]

23 minutes ago, Master Bates said:

Lakes, rivers, streams and a shangle in the tangle

 

https://fs.freestreams-live1.tv/skysmain/

https://fs.freestreams-live1.tv/espn-p1/

Thanks, but is anyone getting sound on these?

[woodsaint1]

8 minutes ago, Lee On Solent Saint said:

Ralph did similar against Leicester in the FA Cup and got absolute pelters. Hoping Jones gets the same. 

If we win he'll still get pelters 🤷🏼‍♂️

[The Cat]

1 minute ago, CanadaSaint said:

Thanks, but is anyone getting sound on these?

Bottom one works best for me and it's not Sky so no need to put up with their one sided coverage. 

You have to click some writing at the top left of the picture a few times and clear the tabs that open up to get sound.

[DrSuess1979]

Christ if the media attention is anything to go by Newcastle have already won the cup

”Newcastle deserve a trophy”

why ???? 
have they been a top 4 side for years 

[Mr X]

Gonna be tough as if they score first it's all over I fear as we havent come back from two nil down for years 

[coalman]

This could be the day I cancel my Sky subscription. Already grimacing at the coverage and the first whistle hasn't gone yet.

[Saint-Reece]

This build up has has been nauseating, christ. 

[The Cat]

Not since 1986 has a team who lost the first leg gone on to reach the final according to commentator on my stream.

Find that hard to believe but can't be arsed to check.

[Fabrice Fernandes no.1 fan]

I hate to admit it but they do seem to make a cracking atmosphere, imagine if st Mary’s was a tough or intimidating place to come and play rather than a lovely warm environment for the away fans and players 

[RedArmy]

And people wonder why we only took 2,800 up there. 
 

Even Ralph would have picked a better 11 than that. 

[adrian lord]

Just now, Saint-Reece said:

This build up has has been nauseating, christ. 

You took the words out of my mouth. Repulsive sycophancy towards Newcastle.

[whelk]

Just now, The Cat said:

Not since 1986 has a team who lost the first leg gone on to reach the final according to commentator on my stream.

Find that hard to believe but can't be arsed to check.

Pep hadn’t lost a quarter final until he bumped into us

[obelisk]

This Newcastle jizz-fest on the TV is doing my head in. Would just love Saints to pour some cold water on them. Admittedly unlikely though.

[Mr X]

Just now, Fabrice Fernandes no.1 fan said:

I hate to admit it but they do seem to make a cracking atmosphere, imagine if st Mary’s was a tough or intimidating place to come and play rather than a lovely warm environment for the away fans and players 

And they can actually sell out their stadium 

[Suhari]

Tuning in from beautiful Gent.

With the greatest respect, I'm not expecting much. Hopefullyad-Nate can inspire something respectable.

COYRs.

[Lord Duckhunter]

That’s face facts 1-0 down up there, there’s not many sides outside the top 6 that’ll pull that back, and we’ve been horrendous up there before with far better players. All I’m hoping is we don’t lay down and die, we make them fight and scrap for it. 

[whelk]

Just now, adrian lord said:

You took the words out of my mouth. Repulsive sycophancy towards Newcastle.

I have decided already the commentator is a cunt

[The Cat]

Just now, Fabrice Fernandes no.1 fan said:

I hate to admit it but they do seem to make a cracking atmosphere, imagine if st Mary’s was a tough or intimidating place to come and play rather than a lovely warm environment for the away fans and players 

They don't always. Been there a few times when it's been largely average even when they were winning.

[Fabrice Fernandes no.1 fan]

1 minute ago, Suhari said:

Tuning in from beautiful Gent.

With the greatest respect, I'm not expecting much. Hopefullyad-Nate can inspire something respectable.

COYRs.

Welcome Paul…

[whelk]

At least we have Ally. How many times will he say ‘it really is’

[coalman]

Just now, whelk said:

I have decided already the commentator is a cunt

I do not believe that is a strong enough word.

[adrian lord]

It would be absolutely joyous for us to turn this round and puncture the Newcastle balloon, tear up the script 

[Saint_clark]

Won the toss and swapped ends, I like that. Upset their routine however you can.

 

[Lee On Solent Saint]

Our fuckin away kit is absolutely horrific

 

[Saint NL]

Let's do this.

Just to shut up those Muppets on sky sports .....

[coalman]

Let's be fair. Everyone loves these underdog stories where a small hometown club pulls themeslves up by their bootlaces and challenges the elite. Newcastle deserve every plaudit they get for their journey.

[Viking Saint]

Anyone got a decent stream??

[Saint_clark]

Diallo wank already, give the ball away and then a foul straight after.

[whelk]

Short odds but 1/4 for Diallo to commit at least one foul. Already paid in 2nd minute 

[Saint_clark]

Ref giving them every little thing already, they're stopping and complaining at every contact

 

[Archers Road Stand]

Fucking useless cunts. So fucking easy. 

[Lee On Solent Saint]

so predictable

[Saint Fan CaM]

It’s over and Sky are so fucking happy.

[adrian lord]

“What a job that fellow's doing at this moment in time”

 

Err…with unlimited funds to buy any player he wants. 

Edited 31 January, 2023 by adrian lord

[DrSuess1979]

For Fck sake 

[Suhari]

Well that's started well.