Tricky selection with the CL match looming, but still a game we really want to win. Here's my thoughts. Schwartzer Azpi Cahill Terry (if fit )/ Ivan Cole Mikel Matic Willian Lampard Schurle Torres Bit unorthodox I know but I'd rest Oscar, Hazard and Luiz. Like to see Mikel and Matic get game time as a pair, Lampard can get forward more, and he can pass well. Not expecting a job offer to manage, so feel free to crucify, Iv'e got the bandages ready !!!!
Must diasgree. Oscar has had enough rest recently, did not start either of the City games. Luiz is out with a hip muscle problem, JT is set to return. Cahill could be doubtful though. Mikel - Matic was played against City, and Mikel was woeful. Would maybe like to see Lampard-Matic or Ramires-Matic with Luiz not available. For me, considering injuries and the game on Wednesday Cech Azpi - Ivan - JT - Cole Ramires - Matic Schurrle - Oscar - Hazard Torres
Lamps can't play the no 10 role. Never been able to. He is better making runs from deeper into goal scoring positions. Not a Mikel hater but he was not great against City so I would maybe try Lamps alongside Matic as Luis is injured Need at least one of Oscar and Hazard to start too
I got off pretty lightly BM2, considering my team was tongue in cheek. That said, they might have done better than Joses this game !!!
You could well be right CP! They argued we failed last week against Man City because we were "tired" --but we've had a week off and they still look tired! Jose needs to get em to bed by ten if we are going to look for prizes!
In bed by ten with a glass of warm milk. Maybe a Nana nap before afternoon training ????? Makes the Galatasary game very interesting.Wonder if Cole will be a surprise pick??
