what would you like to see? I would love to see this:
Stockdale
Riether Hangeland Amorebieta Briggs
Sidwell Boateng
Dejagah Berbatov Taarabt
Bent
I feel really bad for taking Kasami out but can't find anywhere to Kasami in. What would you guys say the chances of Bent starting are? From watching Jol's press conference it sounded like Bent will be on the bench as when he says "He (Bent) will be on the bench tomorrow... or start, I will have to make the decision" he seems to hesitate. I would love to see him start as I feel we really do need pace upfront and he could be the perfect player to latch onto a dodgy back pass or a long ball and slip it into the back of the net. Whatever team is picked I will be behind Jol and I'm not expecting a win I just hope we put in a good performance and show signs of great Football.
Stockdale
Reither Hangeland Hughes Risse
Ruiz Parker Sidwell Kaka
Berba
Bent
2nd Half
Stockdale
Reither Hangeland Hughes Risse
Deja Parker Boateng Kaka
Tarab
Berba
Stockdale
Reither Hangeland Hughes Risse
Duff Parker Sidwell Taarabt
Berba
Bent
With Ruiz and Boateng playing some part in the match
Back four
Dejagah Parker Ruiz Taarabt
Bent Berbatov
To be honest. I have no idea. Could be anyone starting
According to The Guardian 'squad sheets' Riise, Kasami, Parker and Taarabt will start, with Bent on the bench, but I don't know how meaningful this is.
I do think Parker will start, and maybe Kasami and Taarabt because of last week, but who knows? Will Ruiz be on the bench after everyone here saying that Jol will never leave him out? I wouldn't be surprised, but then again, he had one of his best games for us at Arsenal last year.
Good to have so many options anyway.
Make no mistake, this will be a hard game to get something out of.
There was a hint from Jol that Riise is more experienced so he might start;
Duff must provide cover for Riise as Arsenal will attack mainly through the middle and the right wing;
I think Dejagah should start - he must be fit already;
Parker may start as Boateng looked very nervous against Sunderland;
Kasami will be on the bench - he was just a replacement last week;
Ruiz is fit and fresh, plus he was awesome last time against Arsenal - if he does not start today, I really doubt he will ever start from now on (unless Berbatov is injured, of course);
I think Taarabt will go in for Duff and Bent for Ruiz in the second half.
So...
Stockdale
Reither Hughes Hangeland Riise
Dejagah Parker Sidwell Duff
Ruiz
Berba
The first 20 minutes will be oh so important. If we can keep them from scoring early, I like our chances. Arsenal players have self-doubt, I think, after the opener and all the press that followed. Their defense is suspect. Push up!
Stockdale
Reither Hughes Hangeland Briggs
Dejegah Boateng Parker Kasami
Taarabt
Berbatov
Replace Bent for Taarabt and move Berbatov back as necessary. Bring on Ruiz as necessary at any position.
I would like:
Stockdale,
Reither,Hughes,Hangeland,Briggs
Dejagah,Parker,Boateng,Taarabt
Bent, Berbatov
We will get
Stockdale
Reither,Hughes,Hangeland,Briggs
Dejagah,Sidwell,Parker,Duff
Ruiz
Berbatov
I think the best way to get a result is
Stockdale
Riether Hughes Hangeland Briggs
Parker Boateng
Dejagah Berbatov Taarabt
Bent
Think we shall see
Stockdale
Riether Hughes Hangeland Riise
Parker Sidwell
Duff Ruiz Taarabt
Berbatov
Quote from: farfouille on August 24, 2013, 06:40:58 AM
There was a hint from Jol that Riise is more experienced so he might start;
Duff must provide cover for Riise as Arsenal will attack mainly through the middle and the right wing;
I think Dejagah should start - he must be fit already;
Parker may start as Boateng looked very nervous against Sunderland;
Kasami will be on the bench - he was just a replacement last week;
Ruiz is fit and fresh, plus he was awesome last time against Arsenal - if he does not start today, I really doubt he will ever start from now on (unless Berbatov is injured, of course);
I think Taarabt will go in for Duff and Bent for Ruiz in the second half.
So...
Stockdale
Reither Hughes Hangeland Riise
Dejagah Parker Sidwell Duff
Ruiz
Berba
Agree we should have Duff left midfield to play in front of Riise (bit slow) or Briggs (not a great defender!). Taarabt or Kaca will leave us exposed and if Walcott is on his day, it could hurt us. Would like to see Bent and Berbatov up front with Dejagah on the right. Ruiz or Taarabt can come on if we need a goal and something different.
Stockdale
Riether Hangeland Hughes Briggs
Parker Sidwell
Dejagah Berbatov Tarrabt/Kaca
Bent
Will be devestated if he starts Riise.....
Here is what I would like to see.... but not what I expect to see
Stockdale
Reither Hangeland Hughes Briggs
Parker Kasami
Dejegah Berbatov Kaca
Bent
What I think he will play is
Stockdale
Reither Hangeland Hughes Briggs
Boateng Parker
Dejegah Ruiz Duff
Berbatov
I'd play:
Stocky
Riether Brede Amore (if fit) Briggs
Parker Sidwell
Dejagah Taarabt Kaca
Berba
Second half bring on Bent and Ruiz. I think Ruiz will be far more effective with Bent playing as it gives him an outlet for his through balls.
