Manchester United Team Talk/Gossip/Rumours Thread 2018/2019 Part Two

05-12-2018 08:38PM

5 - 2 arsenal

Drumpot · 05-12-2018 08:39PM

wanderer100 wrote: »

It's as if he's trying to get the sack at this stage.

That’s what I initially thought and looked at the bench. Pogba and Lukaku deserve to be dropped and while on paper they are stronger I think it’s a good call.

Mata is the only sub but I’m happier with Lingard and Martial so it seems like injuries and the form of players was a factor.

Also , we don’t know how players are responding to the carnage so if Jose is not intentionally sabotaging the team (which I don’t think he is TBH) then it’s the team he felt has the best chance. The closer to kickoff the more irrational optimistic I usually get only for that to be dashed after the first few minutes into
The games!

bangkok · 05-12-2018 08:40PM

2-1 united. Dont ask me why

IamtheWalrus · 05-12-2018 08:42PM

2-1 Utd

beno619 · 05-12-2018 08:46PM

Rayne Wooney wrote: »

That lineup is hilarious, a massive two fingers to Woodward

Really don't get this tbh.

GSPfan · 05-12-2018 08:47PM

If Arsenal have anything about them I think they can beat this team even if we play well. Its 5 at the back (never 3 with Jose) so we will be punting it long to strikers who will be knackered come half time running around like headless chickens.

I wouldn’t put it past Pogba and Lukaku being subbed on and making an impact though.

yabadabado · 05-12-2018 08:49PM

Good to see Pogba dropped,he has been a disgrace and has gotten far too many chances.

Drumpot · 05-12-2018 08:49PM

GSPfan wrote: »

If Arsenal have anything about them I think they can beat this team even if we play well. Its 5 at the back (never 3 with Jose) so we will be punting it long to strikers who will be knackered come half time running around like headless chickens.

I wouldn’t put it past Pogba and Lukaku being subbed on and making an impact though.

I think you are right but I’ve thought that a lot of games this season and it’s not happened yet. I mean only spurs have given us the hammering we didn’t get against Juventus, Chelsea and City.

Drumpot · 05-12-2018 08:51PM

yabadabado wrote: »

Good to see Pogba dropped,he has been a disgrace and has gotten far too many chances.

I’m only disappointed he’s on the bench. I wonder is there some clause in his contract that he has to play.

IamtheWalrus · 05-12-2018 08:53PM

Drumpot wrote: »

I’m only disappointed he’s on the bench. I wonder is there some clause in his contract that he has to play.

It'd be a bit drastic to drop him from the squad.

05-12-2018 08:53PM

Drumpot wrote: »

I think you are right but I’ve thought that a lot of games this season and it’s not happened yet. I mean only spurs have given us the hammering we didn’t get against Juventus, Chelsea and City.

As bad and aĺll as our defence might be at full strength this is really bad, rojo hasnt been seen since last year, dalot is still young and not up to speed in the league, darmian who isnt deemed good enough to play rb is playing lwb, baily been really poor this season and to lead them all we have smalling.

I mean i know its all we have but it looks bleak

wanderer100 · 05-12-2018 08:54PM

How many chances do we reckon Rashford will fcuk up today :P

GSPfan · 05-12-2018 08:54PM

Drumpot wrote: »

I think you are right but I’ve thought that a lot of games this season and it’s not happened yet. I mean only spurs have given us the hammering we didn’t get against Juventus, Chelsea and City.

I don’t think we will be hammered, I just don’t see us causing them much worries as we will spend most of the time defending on our 18 yard line in fear of pushing forward and opening ourselves up for a hammering. There’ll be 5 defenders and Matic & Herrera sitting between the 18 yard line and the 25 yard mark from goal. The bus will be parked.

Rayne Wooney · 05-12-2018 08:55PM

Is that the two most expensive signings in the history of the club sitting beside eachother on the bench?

bangkok · 05-12-2018 08:56PM

Chris Smalling and Ramsey captains, a long long way from Keane & Vieria.

Miss them days

dmc17 · 05-12-2018 08:56PM

Both teams hugging and kissing in the tunnel :rolleyes: Makes a big change from the days of Keane and Viera

GSPfan · 05-12-2018 08:56PM

wanderer100 wrote: »

How many chances do we reckon Rashford will fcuk up today :P

Probably as many as he creates all by himself. I can tolerate his fumbles as long as he puts in the effort we expect from him.

DM_7 · 05-12-2018 08:57PM

I figure United are kicking over midfield today with so many defenders and fast forward line.

Drumpot · 05-12-2018 08:59PM

IamtheWalrus wrote: »

It'd be a bit drastic to drop him from the squad.

Maybe. I suppose I’m so disillusioned with that player I’m worried at the thought of him coming on when we need him to help us get back into the game. As much as I dislike him, anytime he plays I hope he proves me so wrong !!! I’d love to be coming back here later after seeing a Pogba masterclass !

bangkok · 05-12-2018 08:59PM

nothing special about the arsenal defence either

DM_7 · 05-12-2018 08:59PM

Hang on, are three of the four most expensive signings ever made not in the team?

Drumpot · 05-12-2018 09:02PM

DM_7 wrote: »

Hang on, are three of the four most expensive signings ever made not in the team?

I hate to break it to you but Di Maria moves to PSG a few years ago.... :pac:

Rossi IRL · 05-12-2018 09:05PM

Good start so far, attack looking good with the movement.

Really looking forward to see how Dalot does although he is only up against a mediocre Iwobi.

GSPfan · 05-12-2018 09:06PM

Started well. But, United are doing that thing where things look different and you get your hopes up that things have finally changed.....

... then after 15 minutes we are back to slow moving boring football.

skinny90 · 05-12-2018 09:06PM

For arsenal at home there is a lot of empty seats

Drumpot · 05-12-2018 09:07PM

Really good start. I’m liking Dalot.

Don’t concede a silly goal. Confidence is so fragile we need the first goal and to keep momentum...

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GSPfan · 05-12-2018 09:11PM

Don’t care how good bad or mental he is but I love Rojo in the team.

Trigger · 05-12-2018 09:13PM

Transitioning so much quicker

GSPfan · 05-12-2018 09:13PM

I would love Lingard Martial and Rashford to all get a goal tonight and for Jose to just play this system regardless of opponent.

uncleoswald · 05-12-2018 09:17PM

No real problems with the starting line up with what is available.

I hope if Jose really is sending a message to Pogba he keeps him benched for a prolonged period and not just reinstate him next game, therefore continuing his theme of sending mixed messages to players. Also not buying the "he'll be pillored for not playing Pogba if we lose." There is no real groundswell of support for Pogba, just a realisation that Jose hasn't been able to get the best out of him. And if Jose does cave to public and media pressure it doesn't speak of a strong character or someone who is really going down fighting.

Manchester United Team Talk/Gossip/Rumours Thread 2018/2019 Part Two

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