Pre-Match: FA Cup 4th Round: Liverpool V West Brom (27th Jan 2018 - 19:45)

A few changes but not too many. We have not won a trophy since 2012 so this again is our most realistic chance.

We do not need a replay and I expect a backlash after Monday. 3-0 Reds.

 

Couldn't agree more, but i see a similar game ahead as WBA will no doubt park the bus while we huff and puff our selves out of ideas.

Here's to proving me wrong lads.

YNWA

If Pardew parks the bus, I want to see Klopp go radical here and stick Can & Gini in a back 3 with VVD - Midfield of Robo - Lallana- Hendo - Ox - TAA, and usual 3 up top

We need to ram these bus parkers off the road

If this is anything like the league game at Anfield we will probably need 6 replays for a goal.

Remember the key point that every oppostion manager knows; you only need to get a shot on target to score.

this will be turgid. F**k knows who makes the decision to make it a live TV game.

I think he will start Moreno - to give him game time AND to keep Robbo on his toes.

A rusty Albie makes me even more nervous than a regular Albie but lad deserves a run and Robbo has played a lot of football recently.

Remember, there is a league match w Huddersfield just four days after this, and  home vs. Spurs the following weekend. Based on the last performance, Klopp may be tempted to go with changes. for either this one of Huddersfield. Actually he could make 11 changes if he wanted:

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No, I do not expect this, but all 11 in this team could feature in one of the two matches,  maybe mixing it a bit. Clearly he does not like his players to play three matches in 7 or 8 days.

I know Sturridge from the above team may be offski and not likely to feature, but all of the above 11 play a reasonable amount (and Ings came on Monday). Not sure if Ben Woodburn will start getting first team runs out again, but if so, he could take Sturridge's slot in that above team. One thing about this XI, you'd have a strong bench for sure - maybe Salah, Mane, Ox, Emre, Gini and Joe, something like that.

Looking forward to something to think about other than the last match. Glad it is at least on Saturday.

If they park the bus deploy VVD as the striker and play Matip and Lovren in defence.

Third priority no doubt. 6-7 changes. Only thing we can be sure of is that we start with 1 keeper and 10 outfield players...all the rest is just propaganda..

If Pardew parks the bus, I want to see Klopp go radical here and stick Can & Gini in a back 3 with VVD - Midfield of Robo - Lallana- Hendo - Ox - TAA, and usual 3 up top

We need to ram these bus parkers off the road

Chances are they will field a weakened team and play for 0...

FA cup is secondary to staying in the promised land for the likes of West Brom. They will defend deep and try and do a Swansea on us.

After their defeat against us what did Man city do?
They went out and snotted Newcastle without a care in the world.
They then went on to brush aside Bristol City in what could've been a tricky game for them.
No hangover from Anfield whatsoever.

That's exactly the attitude we need on Saturday.
Forget about the Swansea defeat like it never happened because if we do we'll be in trouble.
An early goal always helps so West Brom will have to come out and play and that could change the whole flow of the game.
By all means play Solanke up top through the middle but for Christ sake feed him from the wings and don't expect to find big gaps through the middle because they won't be there.
We must be quicker in our build up play than what we were the other night.
Not sure whether giving Can the armband is a good idea. I'd give it to Van Dyke or Firmino.
Moreno or Robertson?...er..Robertson for me everytime.

I've said it before and I'll say it again, there's not many managers in football I despise but Alan Pardew is one of them.
He's a f***in fake, full of horse sh*t and a bell end.

Early goal = Large result
a boring no goals at half time = Get the blood pressure monitor out

West Brom have started to play a bit better in the last few games.
So could be tricky if we play like we did last time out.
Need big VVD to keep an eye on big Rondon.

Hopefully we get a reaction to the last game.
Could really do with a good win, and to stay in the competition.
Trophy would be nice this season...

Hopefully we get a reaction to the last game.
Could really do with a good win, and to stay in the competition.
Trophy would be nice this season...

Would be great to add a memory like this:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hFgn1xvsyP4

Looks like a night in front of the box watching this one, brother is taking my 6 year old nephew the match, his first game under the floodlights of Anfield.

I know FA Cup matches they usually give the whole Anny Road to the away fans but this looks like West Brom have just got the usual away allocation?

If so then it will certainly be a less combative atmosphere but also gives a bigger opportunity for a lot of our fans to get to the game who couldn't normally go.

It seemed Moreno still need recovery so I'd like to see the three CBs and play Milner as left WB with TAA on the right, imo it's better to rest Andy.
I'll be disappointed if not see Woodburn play some part in this agme, I preferred him start as CAM alongside Adam or AOC. 

I think this is a game Woodburn should get a chance, other than this we should be fielding regulars

I think this is a game Woodburn should get a chance, other than this we should be fielding regulars

And if Klopp doesn't you'll call for his sacking perhaps?

And if Klopp doesn't you'll call for his sacking perhaps?

I said I think. Doesn't mean to say Woodburn is the best option, it's the best chance for him to get football as he's not been loaned. As for our goalie, Klopp has flopped here repeatedly and I have no expectations anybody will agree, I get it that Klopps a good guy and a good manager, but it doesn't change the fact he was so stubborn to admit he was wrong on Mignolet, he continued to play him long beyond any other good managers would have.

A plus for me it's an afternoon game so they'll be people in the pub.Negative, no sound on the telly... but it's on fox sports so not having to listen Alexi Lallas might be a plus. Is Henderson back? go 4-0.

If they park the bus deploy VVD as the striker and play Matip and Lovren in defence.

Daft as it may seem... especially for corners and set pieces.
Fellaini has been employed on numerous times because of his height for the Scum.
Jürgen ?
You reading this ?   
Boss idea this from H .

Must start for Sturridge this.

Sturridge Sturridge Sturridge

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Would like to see Solanke or Ings start tbh, they need to start getting games up front.

Would like to see Solanke or Ings start tbh, they need to start getting games up front.

Yep, same with me. Woodburn too, we need some F***ing creativity in the middle, and Woodburn is the only playmaker we have in the squad currently.

Even with TAA, Woodburn and Solanke/Ings starting with rest being senior regulars, we should have enough to win!

I would rest the front-3 to be honest, and you know what, it might actually work against this kinda opposition. Ings as the support striker for Solanke and Lallana as the #10 in a diamond formation, giving us strength in the middle and also stretching them with our full backs. Put in those crosses, Dom is definitely a capable player!

Solanke Ings
Lallana
Milner Chambo
Can
Robbo VVD Matip TAA
Karius

Subs - Mignolet, Lovren, Gomez, Wijnaldum, Mane, Salah, Sturridge

A day off for Bobby!

I would rest the front-3 to be honest, and you know what, it might actually work against this kinda opposition. Ings as the support striker for Solanke and Lallana as the #10 in a diamond formation, giving us strength in the middle and also stretching them with our full backs. Put in those crosses, Dom is definitely a capable player!

Solanke Ings
Lallana
Milner Chambo
Can
Robbo VVD Matip TAA
Karius

Subs - Mignolet, Lovren, Gomez, Wijnaldum, Mane, Salah, Sturridge

A day off for Bobby!

I disagree with you regarding resting players,as far as I am concerned we should treat every match as a cup final and play the strongest team available.After the Swansea fiasco I can't see Jürgen Klopp taking any chances.

I disagree with you regarding resting players,as far as I am concerned we should treat every match as a cup final and play the strongest team available.After the Swansea fiasco I can't see Jürgen Klopp taking any chances.

Imagine telling Souness or Tommy Smith they weren’t playing - rotation;)

In fairness Jürgen does pretty well balancing that to good effect but I do often smile at that.

Imagine telling Souness or Tommy Smith they weren’t playing - rotation;)

In fairness Jürgen does pretty well balancing that to good effect but I do often smile at that.

It always amazes me that Bill Shankly went through a whole season and only used 14 players.

Would like to see Solanke or Ings start tbh, they need to start getting games up front.

Out of the two Deffo ings for me,
He knows where the onion bag is ,not that I've anything against solanke I just feel Danny is more assured in front of goal.

With a game midweek in the PL could see us start:

           Mignolet
TAA Klavan Lovren Robertson
     Gini Henderson AOC
     Lallana Ings Mane

Ings seems to have jumped ahead of Solanke in the striker queue - I'd give him a start anyway. With the speculation about Studge, don't see him in the squad, but who knows.
Heard Hendo might be available, and if he is, could start.  Milner might be in the running too, but his form has been up and down.
TAA surely has to come in for Gomez, and could see Jürgen give Migs a run (can't see Ward get a look in).
And the first choice CBs could be rested (mad that not long ago these two were starting PL matches, decent backups to have tho).
Lalllana still returning to sharpness could do with a start.
Then some of the big guns on the bench to come on if needed.

With the rotation changes could see Jürgen make, could be a patchy game. Maybe not tho.
Just need to win it!!

West Brom obviously, will try to park the bus and snatch a goal. Need to score at least twice, fairly early on. Play a strong side, have four days to recover for the Huddersfield game.

i foresee a scrappy boring game ahead, 2-1

YNWA

Onwards and upwards from last weekend. Expect a win, and also Sturridge to be involved.

2-0 to the Reds.

I'd like Ings or Sturridge involved to be honest. See what they can do and if we're struggling throw Bobby or Mane or Salah on then at the hour mark. (Whichever one isn't already playing)

Looks like we can forget about Lallana. Klopp says he has a "little" issue. He's out for at least a game but they aren't sure if it will be only one.

I love Adam, one of my favorite players...but if he can't stay fit.....we surely have to bring in some reinforcements. This is getting ridiculous.

Looks like we can forget about Lallana. Klopp says he has a "little" issue. He's out for at least a game but they aren't sure if it will be only one.

I love Adam, one of my favorite players...but if he can't stay fit.....we surely have to bring in some reinforcements. This is getting ridiculous.

Me too. Exasperating to hear. Big fan of what he's done under Klopp but as you say if he can't stay fit then not only should we be looking for reinforcements but we should maybe look at replacing him as well.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jvDL1s8PDdQ

Looks like we can forget about Lallana. Klopp says he has a "little" issue.

Torn something hasn't he.  Unless it's a toenail then I'm not sure how little it will be.

Sturridge is available - not sure what is going on behind the scenes regarding a move away for him but it will be interesting to see if he gets used or not.

Would also have expected Solanke to have played in this but it looks like he has fell behind Ings in the pecking order now.  Either of them two lads need to get themselves on the scoresheet and get a bit of confidence because lets face it if they don't - if Firmino gets injured the wheels are coming off the second half of our season.

I don’t think we’ll go full strength due to the spuds game coming up. That will only mean the bus Parker’s will be more difficult to break through. Hoping we can secure a win, especially at Anfield, but a draw wouldn’t surprise me, unfortunately. 😕

Jeez, just heard about Lallana, not much of a season for him so far. Hope he's not gonna turn into the 'new Sturridge'.
Personally would be looking to loan Studge out with a view to a transfer in the summer, wouldn't play him tomorrow, he's pretty much finished at our level imho.

See Danny Ings getting some stick in another thread has made 3 starts in league and scored two goals and had two career threatening injuries. Done well to get back playing never mind anything else. Never going to score pan full of goals but works his ass off and another who is probably bursting with pride when he pulls the jersey on. A few on her need to remember that when they think of their favourites who have been given ample opportunities but are not pulling up trees.

Just read that Mignolet is starting tomorrow, don't get it really, probably should change my prediction to 2-1 now.

Just read that Mignolet is starting tomorrow, don't get it really, probably should change my prediction to 2-1 now.

It's not that complicated. He's the backup now. When Klopp rotates (FA Cup matches I guess), Migs gets the call now. I suspect this means Karius will play in both league AND European matches.

Jeez, just heard about Lallana, not much of a season for him so far. Hope he's not gonna turn into the 'new Sturridge'.
Personally would be looking to loan Studge out with a view to a transfer in the summer, wouldn't play him tomorrow, he's pretty much finished at our level imho.

If he gives all of the first XI a rest somewhere over these next two matches, I wonder if now it means Woodburn will get a start where Lallana would have.

Klavan also set to miss out tomorrow, apparently he lost a lot of weight when he was ill.

It's not that complicated. He's the backup now. When Klopp rotates (FA Cup matches I guess), Migs gets the call now. I suspect this means Karius will play in both league AND European matches.

 Yeah, it’s just that I don’t really see the need to play Migs, since I’m not into rotating keepers.

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I won't be watching this game We need to progress without a replay and to get back on track after last Monday.

I’d prefer we play a stronger side than most of you have put up. Our FA Cup record has been poor under Klopp (he has yet to reach the 5th round) and this is our best chance of a trophy. I hope VVD, Salah, Ox and Mane all start. It’s not a game to throw someone like Henderson into. If he is isn’t going out on loan then young Woodbury surely needs to have some involvement. It might be worth a look at Ings up front, he looked sharp when he came on last week.

Yeah, it’s just that I don’t really see the need to play Migs, since I’m not into rotating keepers.

Agreed.  Not as if they need a rest (only reason would be to keep pressure off LK for a game) and LK needs to settle in and develop his confidence and his understanding with the defence.

Had a ticket for this but had to turn it down due to work....aahhh..

Oh well..

Fancy us 3-1 today with VVD on the scoresheet..

Gone for a 3  1 win, for the Reds. Hopeful for early goals, to avoid our opponents from parking the bus.

Expect a result today and none of that 'magic of the FA Cup' bollocks.

It's dependant on who Klopp selects today to put the Baggies away. Last chance saloon for Sturridge.

Torn something hasn't he.  Unless it's a toenail then I'm not sure how little it will be.

Sturridge is available - not sure what is going on behind the scenes regarding a move away for him but it will be interesting to see if he gets used or not.

Would also have expected Solanke to have played in this but it looks like he has fell behind Ings in the pecking order now.  Either of them two lads need to get themselves on the scoresheet and get a bit of confidence because lets face it if they don't - if Firmino gets injured the wheels are coming off the second half of our season.

The only viable option we would have then would be to have Ox on one of the sides and to put one of Mane or Mo as the focal point.

Solankie has been very poor iMO and Ings has not showed anything after those vig injuries to suggest we can use them. That's why in my opinion it makes no sense to sell Sturridge with the real lack of depth in quality that would leave us with.

In the Summer i'd expect Sturride and Ings to be moved on and more reliable quality brought in. But to sell either of them now on top of Coutinho, and with nobody on the horizon? That can surely wait.

If Sturridge is staying then he simply has to play tonight.

We have a bad history of results not going our way when a later kick off. I think it's going to be 1-1.

If he gives all of the first XI a rest somewhere over these next two matches, I wonder if now it means Woodburn will get a start where Lallana would have.

Was thinking same.
There was a lot of hype around Woodburn, but we've hardly seen him. '
'FA Cup' + 'injury to starting CM' =  he has a chance to start
Not sure Jürgen trusts him enough yet in important games, will see...

No league cup so hopefully we give people a test before summer arrives. Really want to see Woodburn putting in a good graft today and steaking a claim as a starter in our rotation policy. Much rather Woodburn  than Lemar, who I'm almost certain will be Origi #2, just more expensive. Other than Andy Robertson, Aspas, Joe Cole, Morientes, Aqualani, Sahin and Dossena when have I been wrong?

Just hearing that we’ve never beaten West Brom in the fa cup.
Well today they have 6 of their first team suffering with flue.
No excuses then, time we righted that wrong and had a convincing win.
May change my prediction now I know they’ve been decimated with illness 😊

No league cup so hopefully we give people a test before summer arrives. Really want to see Woodburn putting in a good graft today and steaking a claim as a starter in our rotation policy. Much rather Woodburn  than Lemar, who I'm almost certain will be Origi #2, just more expensive. Other than Andy Robertson, Aspas, Joe Cole, Morientes, Aqualani, Sahin and Dossena when have I been wrong?

Is that the welsh lad woodburn eh rib ?

No league cup so hopefully we give people a test before summer arrives. Really want to see Woodburn putting in a good graft today and steaking a claim as a starter in our rotation policy. Much rather Woodburn  than Lemar, who I'm almost certain will be Origi #2, just more expensive. Other than Andy Robertson, Aspas, Joe Cole, Morientes, Aqualani, Sahin and Dossena when have I been wrong?

How long have you got Rib?

If Sturridge is staying then he simply has to play tonight.

Won't be cup tied in Italy.

Gone for a 3-1 here.

We have to get back to winning ways and this game should be a definite win.

Reason i've gone for West Brom to score one is that Mignolet is between the sticks.

Yeah, it’s just that I don’t really see the need to play Migs, since I’m not into rotating keepers.

I see. Well, the manager seems to like his backup to get a game now and then. He does some things different than "People hae always done them." Karius will be back on Tuesday.

This will be a horrible game. They will sit deep with 8/9 men behind the ball. We struggle, so it seems, to break down packed defenses.

We need an early goal, if not well then we will huff and puff, missing easy chances, labouring with no easy happy ending.

And if they get a corner last 10 minutes...then shut your eyes..

whoever scores first wins in these type of games

As many have said, it’s not gonna be a great game.
Hope klopp puts out a mostly strong team. Need to get back into a winning mentality.
Going for a 2-1.

Red Sky at Night?

Jesus lads,lets F**k em up!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OEsSYvJ7EeY

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