I am worrying a bit about this game as well, probably because like most of you, I want us to win so badly, but also because the law of averages is that at some point we'll put in a sub-par performance.
I always hesitate a bit at the thought of Moreno starting at left back if Milner doesn't recover. Albie reminded us that he's not so much steadily poor as he is mostly reasonable with some moments of crushingly dreadful thrown in. Think a day that is pleasant and sunny except for two 10-minute storms and your dog was struck by lightning in one of them....and you got fried in the other. Tuesday he wasn't that noticeable except for getting away with what should been a penalty, and then being totally out of position for what should have been a late equalizer for them.
HOWEVER, this group is turning out to be something special. There is a sheer will to win present that tends to set great teams apart, and is an especially-needed quality in English football. So while it will be hard-fought, and yes, Benteke will likely score, I see us winning 2-1.
Request to those traveling to London for the game, after we win, can you get the away support to treat us to a mocking version of "Glad All Over?"
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