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      Pre-Match: Watford V Liverpool (24/11/18 - 15:00)

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      Robby The Z
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      Re: Pre-Match: Watford V Liverpool (24/11/18 - 15:00)
      Reply #46: Nov 21, 2018 09:08:08 pm
      I am still struggling with this whole 6 and 8 thing, especially as football manager has squad numbers. An example of this was xavi and iniesta who wore 6 and 8 for Barcelona but reversed those numbers for spain
      That was to fool Roy Hodgson when they played England.
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      Re: Pre-Match: Watford V Liverpool (24/11/18 - 15:00)
      Reply #47: Nov 21, 2018 09:16:11 pm
      Alisson in goal -- obviously. 

      The back 4 -- VVD, Robbo, and Gomez all start.  The question is if Lovren or TAA start and where that puts Joe.  I'd leave Joe at CB, but I've got a feeling JĆ¼rgen will bring Lovren in and move Joe to RB.  Perhaps a little more defensive at the back to make room for Shaqiri in midfield.

      In the middle -- Milner is almost a certain starter due to him having a nice rest.  I also think Shaq needs to start because he's been on fire for club and country.  That leaves 1 spot for Hendo, Fabinho, or Gini -- I'm guessing Gini will get the nod. 

      Attack -- the usual front 3 with Solanke on the bench as a reward for his promising performances lately. 

      4-1 to the Mighty Reds!!
      Wait You're talking about.... the Watford match??? Look at the thread title man, this is about...oh.

      I think your lineup is about right, although I'd say the midfield three is from Milner, Shaq, Gini and Henderson. Not sure who gets left on the bench out of that group.

      One possible surprise - Alberto Moreno could step in at left back. Robertson doesn't always recover as quickly as the others (less body weight maybe) and he just played 180 minutes in less than a week. Of course Robbo is first choice, but the Watford match might come too soon for him. Don't be too shocked to see Albie (and then watch Watford attack down our left flank).

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      Re: Pre-Match: Watford V Liverpool (24/11/18 - 15:00)
      Reply #48: Nov 21, 2018 09:31:41 pm
      Come on everyone - international break is over, itā€™s back to business.

      Love this time of year: crunch champions league games and a packed Christmas prem schedule! Letā€™s get behind the team and f**king get as many points as possible!!!

      Buzzing for Watford.
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      Re: Pre-Match: Watford V Liverpool (24/11/18 - 15:00)
      Reply #49: Nov 21, 2018 10:08:03 pm
      So far this season;

      Henderson 479 PL + 161 CL minutes
      Gini 994 PL + 360 CL minutes.

      Explain how that happens if the manager really rates Henderson as the highest.
      Personally I think Klopps got the line ups right most of the time with Gini. What he says and does are always so different.

      Isnā€™t that data completely skewed by the fact Henderson has been injured for a fair chunk of the season whilst Gini has been fit and available for selection? I think Gini would have seen more playing BUT thereā€™s no point using the numbers when they canā€™t necessarily back up the argument.
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      Re: Pre-Match: Watford V Liverpool (24/11/18 - 15:00)
      Reply #50: Nov 22, 2018 12:46:47 pm
      I am still struggling with this whole 6 and 8 thing, especially as football manager has squad numbers. An example of this was xavi and iniesta who wore 6 and 8 for Barcelona but reversed those numbers for spain

      I think that started off as discussion on how Klopp's midfield 3 changes while it was still a 4-3-3.
      As in the 6 being deeper, the 8's being box to box and a 10 being the creative link between midfield and attack.
      It seems to have gone off the rails a bit lately but that was my view on it.

      There seems to be some discussion lately on whether the team is playing two No 6s or whether it's a 6 & 8 now that Shaqiri starts more. With Shaqiri starting we definitely line up with a forward doing the work of the 10 so that leaves the 2 no 6s or the 6 & the 8.
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      Re: Pre-Match: Watford V Liverpool (24/11/18 - 15:00)
      Reply #51: Nov 22, 2018 02:21:17 pm
      Wijnaldum in.

      Not sure whether I would go with Shaqiri - is this one of those games where he might be an extravagance.  An away game against a team who did beat Spurs at their ground.

      Another three points needed though because West Ham will not put up any resistance against Man City.
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      Re: Pre-Match: Watford V Liverpool (24/11/18 - 15:00)
      Reply #52: Nov 22, 2018 03:24:31 pm
      Klopp has pulled henderson off on multiple occasions?  Really ?

      how come all the other players just get a hug?.
      Sorry couldn't help it
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      Re: Pre-Match: Watford V Liverpool (24/11/18 - 15:00)
      Reply #53: Nov 22, 2018 04:17:40 pm
      how come all the other players just get a hug?.
      Sorry couldn't help it

      At least some got the joke  xxxxx:action-smiley-065:
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      Re: Pre-Match: Watford V Liverpool (24/11/18 - 15:00)
      Reply #54: Nov 22, 2018 04:42:14 pm
      how come all the other players just get a hug?.
      Sorry couldn't help it

      His manhood management technique is legend.
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      Re: Pre-Match: Watford V Liverpool (24/11/18 - 15:00)
      Reply #55: Nov 22, 2018 04:42:44 pm
       

      Got it but to early for the panto,no?
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      Re: Pre-Match: Watford V Liverpool (24/11/18 - 15:00)
      Reply #56: Nov 22, 2018 05:50:22 pm
      Originally thought this was a home fixture, until reliably informed, it was an away game. Still having said that, still going for a 2  0 win for the Reds, who seem to have the measure of Watford.
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      Re: Pre-Match: Watford V Liverpool (24/11/18 - 15:00)
      Reply #57: Nov 22, 2018 07:14:41 pm
      Wijnaldum in.

      Not sure whether I would go with Shaqiri - is this one of those games where he might be an extravagance.  An away game against a team who did beat Spurs at their ground.

      Another three points needed though because West Ham will not put up any resistance against Man City.

      But if we start going on the back foot against teams like Watford, it would be a step in the wrong direction.. I like the way Watford attack, they have pace and invention but must fancy our chances. We must go there confident in our ability to impose ourselves.

      Shaq has shown he can be the catalyst. He gels well with the attack particularly with Mo. So I would go with Shaq,he is fresh, eager and plays with a sense of urgency. Good for the overall mentality of the team.
      « Last Edit: Nov 22, 2018 07:26:31 pm by Harrisimo »
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      Re: Pre-Match: Watford V Liverpool (24/11/18 - 15:00)
      Reply #58: Nov 23, 2018 12:24:00 pm
      Pain in the ass team Watford with their shithouse long throws and ale house tactics.
      18 months have passed since that piss take 3-3 draw on the opening day of last season when a certain Mo Salah scored his first goal for us :D
      Just think we'll be too much for them despite their huffing and puffing and so long as we can keep that numpty Troy Deeney on his arse we'll be fine.
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      Re: Pre-Match: Watford V Liverpool (24/11/18 - 15:00)
      Reply #59: Nov 23, 2018 02:10:41 pm
      Depends if we can start well and not suffer our usual post international below par performance. I fancy us to win this quite comfortably and for the forwards to really kick on now, I certainly hope so anyway otherwise December is going to be a tough month.
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      Re: Pre-Match: Watford V Liverpool (24/11/18 - 15:00)
      Reply #60: Nov 23, 2018 05:35:07 pm
      Tough tough game - a win would be superb - it just might be the game when we click into gear
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      Re: Pre-Match: Watford V Liverpool (24/11/18 - 15:00)
      Reply #61: Nov 23, 2018 05:47:14 pm
      Awkward game but one I feel we are going to be bang at it
      3-0 to the reds
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      Re: Pre-Match: Watford V Liverpool (24/11/18 - 15:00)
      Reply #62: Nov 23, 2018 08:49:48 pm
      Just bring the 3 points back to Anfield,how you get them doesn't matter as long as you get them.
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      Re: Pre-Match: Watford V Liverpool (24/11/18 - 15:00)
      Reply #63: Nov 23, 2018 08:54:10 pm
      Just bring the 3 points back to Anfield,how you get them doesn't matter as long as you get them.

      exactly plenty of time for the champagne stuff just win these next 6 games and then start to believe
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      Re: Pre-Match: Watford V Liverpool (24/11/18 - 15:00)
      Reply #64: Nov 24, 2018 02:04:32 am
      Watford are quite a big physical team wouldnā€™t be surprised if Gomez is RB and Lovern CB
      Surely got to find a place for Shaq?
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      Re: Pre-Match: Watford V Liverpool (24/11/18 - 15:00)
      Reply #65: Nov 24, 2018 02:22:45 am
      Another 4 goals and 1 assist from Salah be decent.

      I have a horrible, nagging feeling that Moreno will be starting this game... hope Iā€™m wrong.
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      Re: Pre-Match: Watford V Liverpool (24/11/18 - 15:00)
      Reply #66: Nov 24, 2018 02:30:21 am
      I have a horrible, nagging feeling that Moreno will be starting this game... hope Iā€™m wrong.

      Klopp has neglected Moreno and that could bite him. Moreno has no match experience he could learn and improve from. He'll be rusty and Watford is not a bad side.
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      Re: Pre-Match: Watford V Liverpool (24/11/18 - 15:00)
      Reply #67: Nov 24, 2018 05:49:26 am
      Klopp has neglected Moreno and that could bite him. Moreno has no match experience he could learn and improve from. He'll be rusty and Watford is not a bad side.

      Played against Cardiff though didnā€™t he. You should read the comments from Klopp about Robbo;

      ā€Had 2 very intensive games for Scotlandā€

      Welcome to your own assumptions but IMO there is a genuine possibility Robbo isnā€™t starting this game, especially with PSG in the week, and if he doesnā€™t then itā€™s likely to be Moreno starting. Unfortunately.
      « Last Edit: Nov 24, 2018 05:54:38 am by 7-King Kenny-7 »
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      Re: Pre-Match: Watford V Liverpool (24/11/18 - 15:00)
      Reply #68: Nov 24, 2018 06:15:04 am
      Ohhhh

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