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Post by mtrstudent on Mar 3, 2024 22:50:57 GMT
The defence gives me the shits but there aren't any other options are there?
We kept losing midfield battles when Cundle was in. I'm assuming Burger-Baker-Laurent were way more assertive, which can cover a bit for the defence. So do that.
I guess I'd accept Pearson for Laurent (won't happen) or Leris for Million.
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Post by cvillestokie on Mar 4, 2024 1:19:08 GMT
The defence gives me the shits but there aren't any other options are there? We kept losing midfield battles when Cundle was in. I'm assuming Burger-Baker-Laurent were way more assertive, which can cover a bit for the defence. So do that. I guess I'd accept Pearson for Laurent (won't happen) or Leris for Million. I think they’d run over us if we dropped Million. He and Bae keep teams wondering what we will do on the counter. Leris isn’t going to offer that and unfortunately, he’s not that good defensively either.
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Post by Numismatist on Mar 4, 2024 2:09:38 GMT
I'd definitely play Million. Showed plenty on Saturday and a match up v Junior Firpo brings potential
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Post by Bagwash on Mar 4, 2024 5:45:04 GMT
Hate to be so negative after such a good performance and result on Saturday but I can't see us coming away from Leeds with anything but a big defeat. I don't think we will be able to cope with their pace going forward as most teams haven't been able to do. Fingers and legs crossed that the boys prove me wrong. As always.....GGOOAAARRNN STOKE.
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Post by jhtstokie on Mar 4, 2024 6:50:22 GMT
I'd definitely play Million. Showed plenty on Saturday and a match up v Junior Firpo brings potential We should definitely target that side if he’s playing.
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Post by redstriper on Mar 4, 2024 9:36:28 GMT
Goal difference looks like it could come into play so need to avoid a heavy defeat at least, its unlikely to be fun. I've got tickets for Preston instead, we need to take something from there.
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Post by nott1 on Mar 4, 2024 9:39:08 GMT
We are not playing the old Leeds with Billy Bremner and Norman Hunter etc. They can be beaten if we play well!
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Post by owdestokie2 on Mar 4, 2024 10:39:46 GMT
We’re all hoping for a good result which is obvious. Also very important;
- The quality of our performance - Remaining clear of injuries - Collecting no silly bookings or sending offs
All geared up for a positive end to the season!!
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Post by Veritas on Mar 4, 2024 10:41:05 GMT
We are not playing the old Leeds with Billy Bremner and Norman Hunter etc. They can be beaten if we play well! We could, and did, beat the old Leeds!
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Post by stiggerstackle on Mar 4, 2024 10:49:22 GMT
We are not playing the old Leeds with Billy Bremner and Norman Hunter etc. They can be beaten if we play well! Exactly - it's just like Stoke to pull off an unexpected result against the big boys in the league - it's the 'also rans' that we traditionally struggle with.
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Post by stokecitydom on Mar 4, 2024 10:58:40 GMT
We have to go there positive and try and get something from the game. However if we quickly find ourselves a couple of goals down then unfortunately we probably have to think about the bigger picture in terms of goal difference. Maybe then we need to try and shut up shop & avoid a hammering.
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Post by spitthedog on Mar 4, 2024 11:23:57 GMT
The thing is, it's a massive game for them, 2 points off the top 2, they really need to win. Hopefully that creates a bit of pressure in a good way for us.
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Post by FullerMagic on Mar 4, 2024 14:46:43 GMT
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Post by Deleted on Mar 4, 2024 16:16:52 GMT
Potential coupon buster
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Post by jesusmcmuffin on Mar 4, 2024 16:21:19 GMT
Huddersfield just kicked Leeds.
Leeds have great movement in the last third. Not beyond us but be really tough.
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Post by GreaterGlasgowstokie on Mar 4, 2024 17:00:57 GMT
I'd probably rest Manhoef and stick Campbell in.
I'd also rest Baker as I don't think he can handle a 3 game week and isn't good defensively. He would be more use on Saturday. So I'd put Pearson in.
Otherwise keep it the same but play deeper and sit in, but we will need the front three to give us an outlet and take on their man.
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Post by bertiestan on Mar 4, 2024 17:10:43 GMT
I'd probably rest Manhoef and stick Campbell in. I'd also rest Baker as I don't think he can handle a 3 game week and isn't good defensively. He would be more use on Saturday. So I'd put Pearson in. Otherwise keep it the same but play deeper and sit in, but we will need the front three to give us an outlet and take on their man. I’d agree with regards to Baker but not so sure I’d agree on Manhoef, I think we need him as an outlet on Tuesday🔴⚪️
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Post by FullerMagic on Mar 4, 2024 17:51:43 GMT
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Post by CBUFAWKIPWH on Mar 4, 2024 17:58:30 GMT
I'd probably rest Manhoef and stick Campbell in. I'd also rest Baker as I don't think he can handle a 3 game week and isn't good defensively. He would be more use on Saturday. So I'd put Pearson in. Otherwise keep it the same but play deeper and sit in, but we will need the front three to give us an outlet and take on their man. Baker looks fit as a flea, is playing well and offers a threat from set pieces. Yes we have three games this week but then we have a week off followed by a two week break - I'm not sure there is a need to rest players at the moment unless there are injury concerns and on that basis both Burger (who has taken knocks and been withdrawn in several games lately) and Laurent (who has only just come back from an injury) would be ahead of Baker in terms of needing a rest. After Saturday I can't see a good reason for resting anyone, especially the midfield.
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Post by chumley on Mar 4, 2024 18:02:34 GMT
My Bro in law is a Leeds fan and he said they were crap on Saturday so hopefully they are knackered after cup game last week and still the same now
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Post by musik on Mar 4, 2024 19:08:56 GMT
My Bro in law is a Leeds fan and he said they were crap on Saturday so hopefully they are knackered after cup game last week and still the same now I saw second half and can confirm they took a step back.
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Post by scfcno1fan on Mar 4, 2024 19:10:21 GMT
Hopefully we’re competitive.
Massive ask to get something from tomorrow though.
They are unbeaten at home all season.
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Post by fraybentos on Mar 4, 2024 19:52:02 GMT
I can see us wining this one, thats just Stoke for you.
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Post by georgeberrysafro on Mar 4, 2024 20:09:44 GMT
Tough ask. They've won their last 6 home games in the league and they need to keep the pressure on Ipswich and Southampton.
Point please and I'll be more than happy.
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Post by yellowsnowman on Mar 4, 2024 22:46:21 GMT
If we could win this id be elated to say the least, but id be just as elated with a point!
Come on Stoke!
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Post by a on Mar 4, 2024 22:52:10 GMT
A point will feel more like a win than most other games, in a weird way.
I don’t want us chopping and changing but can understand the need to rest players for the more obtainable points on offer.
Just be compact, competitive and not complacent.
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Post by spitthedog on Mar 4, 2024 22:58:00 GMT
I dreamt Hoever scored a worldie at Elland Road last night.
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Post by mtrstudent on Mar 5, 2024 4:18:04 GMT
The defence gives me the shits but there aren't any other options are there? We kept losing midfield battles when Cundle was in. I'm assuming Burger-Baker-Laurent were way more assertive, which can cover a bit for the defence. So do that. I guess I'd accept Pearson for Laurent (won't happen) or Leris for Million. I think they’d run over us if we dropped Million. He and Bae keep teams wondering what we will do on the counter. Leris isn’t going to offer that and unfortunately, he’s not that good defensively either. Alright fair enough, I only watched the extended highlights. Slept through it because I thought another 1-0 home loss with that hangover would have killed me. I like being on the front foot and making them think, sounds like Million did loads better at the weekend.
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Post by Bojan Mackey on Mar 5, 2024 8:28:03 GMT
Manhoef will wreck Firpo, he’s the weak link in that Leeds team.
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Post by cobhamstokey on Mar 5, 2024 8:37:40 GMT
Hate to be so negative after such a good performance and result on Saturday but I can't see us coming away from Leeds with anything but a big defeat. I don't think we will be able to cope with their pace going forward as most teams haven't been able to do. Fingers and legs crossed that the boys prove me wrong. As always.....GGOOAAARRNN STOKE. Our only hope is they go down to 10 men early doors and the crowd gets on their backs. Concede early and it’s going to be a very very long night.
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