There are certain statements about Russ that I find ridiculous, whether my objections to these amount to ridicule, I don’t know? 1. The manager decides how the team plays and stands or falls on that 2. Russ doesn’t tell them to play “slow, turgid, sideways and backwards football” or to “take all these risks in our own half” and none in the oppositions He wants them to make good decisions on when and where to take risks and that isn’t easy, he acknowledges that Doing it well is demonstrated by Ramsey and Lallana and sometimes by others We saw it improve enormously in the Champ and he wants to do the same in the Prem which is much more difficult We may get relegated and he may pay for that, but this is how he plays Personally I prefer a manager with a vision other than just to survive EDIT: I should add that I get why people are frustrated about this. Obvs I do myself too, but I have to have some faith in Russ, he’s not an idiot and he’s a top bloke and good manager, however it works out
Wouldn’t be surprised by any result tbh. Win, lose or draw. Though I predicted we’d lose 0-1 in the prediction league. At least one of Clarke or Delap are probably going to score against us. Almost time to head in. COYR
couldn’t disagree more with your second point. They play to the managers instructions. You literally made this point in a previous post. Anyhow, don’t want to argue or drag it out. Enjoy the game. I’m feeling weirdly optimistic.
The old saying that football is a simple game made complicated by coaches is highlighted by this game - McKenna plays it simple, Russ not so. Never mind, I`m going for a 3-1 Saints win.
Controversy 1. I think Martin will start Aribo after his good performance in the week. Controversy 2. I would consider playing Taylor at left back. Balance and a set piece threat.
Looks like a really brave line up and one that should be able to dominate the ball. I like having a left back!
I like it. Will make a change from KWP and BBD on the left constantly charging infield because neither of them have a left foot for anything other than standing on
Yeah still digesting it, but I think I am happy. Or maybe it will be a car crash and I am happy I am at home
Decent team, buzzing for this now. Come on you Saints If you're going make sure you get behind the team, if we can't do it today then we've got no hope frankly. Expecting sore throats all round!
Wouldn’t have minded KWP or Sugawara at RB. KWP is a superior player imo, but Sugawara has been playing well and wants to be here whereas KWP won’t be our player next season, so can understand the decision.
