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Post by mtrstudent on Aug 26, 2024 7:07:31 GMT
Let’s not place too much expectation on the lad. West Brom’s defenders sussed him out in the second half and handled him well. Other teams will have seen that. The big question is whether he can overcome experienced defenders watching him more carefully. He was a breath of fresh air and really great but yeah, some defenders will suss him out and other teams will just set up too deep so we need another option. Maybe that's Gallagher? I want Koumas starting up top for now though! |
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Post by Block 26 on Aug 26, 2024 7:26:20 GMT
From what I saw on Saturday we would be wasting money buying another striker. Bartley is an absolute unit & Koumas run him ragged all game until he was moved out to the left. The only downside was the lack of quality behind him other than Manhoef. The amount of defense breaking runs he made in behind to only be ignored by 7 touches Thompson was criminal. It was clear to see that he was by far our biggest threat. Maybe switch him to the left once Gallagher is fit but until then he needs to be up top. Agreed, except we need backup. Lots of young players can't handle the 48+ games a season championship. PL managers may moan at the number of games, but they have no idea how it it further down, with matches coming thick and fast, sometimes maybe with just a single days rest between them. We have Ennis & Mmaee, if you can call that back up. |
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Post by J-Roar on Aug 26, 2024 7:42:50 GMT
Great full debut. Looks amazing. It's quite frightening how much better his touch is than more seasoned professionals. Hopefully Tezgel can learn from him.
Just need to remember how young he is and not over play him.
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Post by jimmygscfc1234 on Aug 26, 2024 10:07:25 GMT
Are we really expecting a forward line of Bae, Million and Koumas to power us through the season? I just don’t see it. The lack of physicality is alarming and Koumas isn’t the type of central striker we need to play up to and play off. He looks excellent but he’s 18 and can’t be expected to carry us on his young shoulders. So, if we bring in another striker, how do we set up going forward if we don’t see Bae as a 10?
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Post by baconburger on Aug 26, 2024 10:16:22 GMT
Are we really expecting a forward line of Bae, Million and Koumas to power us through the season? I just don’t see it. The lack of physicality is alarming and Koumas isn’t the type of central striker we need to play up to and play off. He looks excellent but he’s 18 and can’t be expected to carry us on his young shoulders. So, if we bring in another striker, how do we set up going forward if we don’t see Bae as a 10? I can't see it happening or being very successful if it is tried. No idea how you solve it other by Koumas and Junho competing for the wide left position if Junho isn't played as an advanced midfielder which is something I would persevere with for sometime if we can sign a more physical CF or have Gallagher fit for any length of time. I agree that the front line proposed is far too lightweight. |
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Post by roylandstoke on Aug 26, 2024 10:50:40 GMT
Agreed, except we need backup. Lots of young players can't handle the 48+ games a season championship. PL managers may moan at the number of games, but they have no idea how it it further down, with matches coming thick and fast, sometimes maybe with just a single days rest between them. We have Ennis & Mmaee, if you can call that back up. I don’t think you can. |
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Post by skidog on Aug 26, 2024 11:36:07 GMT
We have Ennis & Mmaee, if you can call that back up. I don’t think you can. That is fookn depressing, unless he pulls some rabbits out of a hat this season looks like a continuation of the last 6-7, utter dog wank!! |
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Post by Staffsoatcake on Aug 27, 2024 12:01:06 GMT
We have Ennis & Mmaee, if you can call that back up. I don’t think you can. Mmaee & Ennis,between them their goal scoring stats make Gayle look prolific for us. |
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Post by SuperRickyFuller on Aug 27, 2024 12:04:32 GMT
Mmaee & Ennis,between them their goal scoring stats make Gayle look prolific for us. Mmaee has already outscored "Gayal" in around half the time. |
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Post by benjaminbiscuit on Aug 27, 2024 14:45:37 GMT
Mmaee & Ennis,between them their goal scoring stats make Gayle look prolific for us. Mmaee has already outscored "Gayal" in around half the time. Talk abouy tallest dwarf |
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Post by jimmygscfc1234 on Aug 27, 2024 15:06:20 GMT
Mmaee has already outscored "Gayal" in around half the time. Talk abouy tallest dwarf You can't even get a four word sentence right. |
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Post by boskampsflaps on Aug 27, 2024 15:09:17 GMT
From what I saw on Saturday we would be wasting money buying another striker. Bartley is an absolute unit & Koumas run him ragged all game until he was moved out to the left. The only downside was the lack of quality behind him other than Manhoef. The amount of defense breaking runs he made in behind to only be ignored by 7 touches Thompson was criminal. It was clear to see that he was by far our biggest threat. Maybe switch him to the left once Gallagher is fit but until then he needs to be up top. And if he gets injured, tired, has a bad run who do you play then? We definitely need another. |
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Post by jimmygscfc1234 on Aug 27, 2024 15:54:39 GMT
From what I saw on Saturday we would be wasting money buying another striker. Bartley is an absolute unit & Koumas run him ragged all game until he was moved out to the left. The only downside was the lack of quality behind him other than Manhoef. The amount of defense breaking runs he made in behind to only be ignored by 7 touches Thompson was criminal. It was clear to see that he was by far our biggest threat. Maybe switch him to the left once Gallagher is fit but until then he needs to be up top. And if he gets injured, tired, has a bad run who do you play then? We definitely need another. But where does Bae play when and if a new striker comes in (not to mention Gallagher)? I mentioned this yesterday that if Koumas features we'll have a selection headache and I know everyone can't play, but with a new striker, what will be our midfield and attack line up when all are available? Lawal, Burger, Bae, Koumas, New Striker, Million? Your thoughts. |
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Post by lordb on Aug 27, 2024 16:06:11 GMT
And if he gets injured, tired, has a bad run who do you play then? We definitely need another. But where does Bae play when and if a new striker comes in (not to mention Gallagher)? I mentioned this yesterday that if Koumas features we'll have a selection headache and I know everyone can't play, but with a new striker, what will be our midfield and attack line up when all are available? Lawal, Burger, Bae, Koumas, New Striker, Million? Your thoughts. high frequency of matches & 5 subs not an issue any more |
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Post by boskampsflaps on Aug 27, 2024 16:16:29 GMT
And if he gets injured, tired, has a bad run who do you play then? We definitely need another. But where does Bae play when and if a new striker comes in (not to mention Gallagher)? I mentioned this yesterday that if Koumas features we'll have a selection headache and I know everyone can't play, but with a new striker, what will be our midfield and attack line up when all are available? Lawal, Burger, Bae, Koumas, New Striker, Million? Your thoughts. It would be nice to have decent competition. I still think we'll try and bring another midfielder in but as long as Laurent, Baker and Thompson aren't starting it would be a good start. Million - Striker/Koumas - Bae/Koumas (rotate as form/injuries dictate) |
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Post by jimmygscfc1234 on Aug 27, 2024 16:16:53 GMT
It doesn't answer the question of our strongest XI though. I know there are loads of games and we have subs to bring on. It's not the point I was making.
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Post by wakefieldstokie on Aug 27, 2024 19:28:01 GMT
This lad is golden.
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Post by shrewspotter on Aug 27, 2024 19:29:49 GMT
Every time he gets the ball it looks like something is about to happen. We need to enjoy him while we can
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Post by wakefieldstokie on Aug 27, 2024 19:31:30 GMT
Signing of the summer
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Post by jeycov on Aug 27, 2024 19:33:04 GMT
Hopefully Liverpool won’t recall him
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Post by RedandWhite90 on Aug 27, 2024 19:33:10 GMT
Special 👌
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Post by chad on Aug 27, 2024 19:36:32 GMT
First name on the team sheet
He’ll be in Liverpools first team squad next year
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Post by stokiejoe on Aug 27, 2024 19:39:21 GMT
Worth his weight in oatcakes
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Post by danceswithclams on Aug 27, 2024 19:40:09 GMT
Sexual.
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Post by stokiejoe89 on Aug 27, 2024 19:44:56 GMT
And once again this is why it is very daft to judge a player before he has played for you.
A few on here were saying he won't be ready and is lightweight.
Brilliant player
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Post by crowey on Aug 27, 2024 19:45:58 GMT
…. thought he was excellent Satdee. Sounds even better tonight
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Post by emretezzy on Aug 27, 2024 19:51:35 GMT
And once again this is why it is very daft to judge a player before he has played for you. A few on here were saying he won't be ready and is lightweight. Brilliant player Hands held firmly up. I think for his age he's absolutely exceptional. You could tell in 20 mins Saturday he's the best player on the pitch. |
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Post by Bojan Mackey on Aug 27, 2024 19:53:34 GMT
He is going right to the very top of the game make no mistake.
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Post by stokest5 on Aug 27, 2024 19:56:08 GMT
And once again this is why it is very daft to judge a player before he has played for you. A few on here were saying he won't be ready and is lightweight. Brilliant player Some even questioned why we were bringing in youngsters when we’ve got our own. |
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Post by GeneralFaye on Aug 27, 2024 19:58:43 GMT
So it appears he can play in all 3 forward positions... quite the conundrum. One things for sure, he has to start.
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