Match Day Thread Pre-season discussion

Kante on now. But Traore makes way.

Cahill cannot defend. Milan all over his side in the second half now.

Aina over Ivan looks immense statement already.

 

Ivan is on for 1 min and already Niang has him on toast and sends a great cross from the right.

 

Oscar gives us the lead from the spot.
Dave won the Pen for us.

 

Hazard has done more in 15 mins of this second half than all of first 35 games from last season.

 

Great finish from Oscar for the third , nice assist from Cuadrado.

 

First half we were shocking but after about 55-60 minutes we dominated. Miles better when the subs came on, even Cuadrado looked good.

 

Yes a very tidy second half and the players look sharp ready for the start of a season that promises much.

 

Being based and Spain, I hope the Spanish clubs collect the CL and Europa League again. I would love Athletic to get the EL. Only top team in Europe that nurtures develops and plays talent that are born and educated in the region. They have 3 of the most sought after players anywhere in Europe but lets hope they stay rooted in Bilbao!!

Not going to root for anyone in the PL, Southampton excepted. How about Norwich in the Championship, Charlton in League 1 and Luton in League 2.

 

final preseason at Werder Bremen.

we lead 3-1 thanks to impressive work from Eden first & Oscar & Diego.
All 3 have a goal & an assist.

Looks like our first 11 started today
Oscar over Fab. Kante & Matic in the CM.
BUTTT- back 4 of last season - I have no faith in ANY of them in their current position.
With this back 4 - Conte will find it difficult to meet my expectation of top 6.

Even Kante cannot shield this bunch.