Let us just hope that we don't go into the final game with Leeds capable of catching us but with a markedly inferior GD. I could see a 0-7 at Portman Rd.
To back up Farke's comments about the ref... -He was diabolical for us against Preston -He gave Roofe's blatant handball goal -He was in charge when Mings assaulted Oliveira. How is he still getting Championship games?
Yep. They showed the stats before the game, I think it’s now three losses and five draws in the eight games without Buendia
Wow! I was so impressed with him against QPR, here's hoping he's in for Monday because we need some spark.
Farke quote from The Guardian: He said he trusted his team to overcome any obstacle they encounter in their three remaining matches as Norwich aim to end their three-year exile from the top flight. “With this character and spirit, this dressing room is unstoppable” he said. “If in the next game we finish with only eight lads and have to play with our weak foot or whatever, we will still get points.” You go Daniel!
Yup, that’s my team for Stoke too. I’d be very tempted to drop Hernandez. He’s been poor, but haven’t really got a like for like replacement for his raw pace and directness.
For me McLean has to play. Don't be surprised if we start against Stoke as we did yesterday. Personally I wouldn't start with Buendia.
These last 3 games have given my first real chance to have a good look at him and I concluded after the Reading and Wigan game that he can be something of a 1 trick pony at times. Cutting in on the edge of the box and shooting to the near post. Seems to be too little variation, and I have felt so frustrated watching him.
I agree but also think he could develop into something really special. His movement is great, he just lacks the brain to use it to it's fullest so far. Also his shot making is confident but wayward. Still with good coaching he could grow into a great player.
Agreed - he has a lot of potential. But I think he’s over-exposed and looking tired, out of new ideas. I can’t understand the lack of support for McLean to be honest. He had a weak game yesterday sure, but on the whole I think he’s been excellent since he firmed up a starting role. His delivery has been markedly better than Leitner’s was (at least yesterday), he works hard and his positioning is excellent. He also spots some really good movement and has an eye for a pass, they just don’t always come off. That might be harsh on Leitner as he will just be finding his way back to full fitness and was excellent until his injury, but at this stage of the season we need guys in tip top condition.
I’d start with Vrancic, Bendy and McClean and rest Hernandez. Vrancic would get the nod over Leitner imho as he is so influential when he is on his game.
I would definitely start Buendia as we lack penetration without him and the balance is better. Hernandez is far more effective when Buendia is playing.
I think what the last 3 games have showed us is that we've missed Buendia and should start our next game.
