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The exclusion of TTA from the squad v Germany puzzles me. He's way better than Walker et al. Is the value of his crossing/dead ball ability really negated by his defensive weakness? OK I may be biased as an LFC fan but the question does feed into Southgate's conserative approach.
Biggest thing that strikes me is that England's success at all levels has been due to an attacking approach. We're rubbish at sitting back and counter-attacking, go with what works.If you want to sit and counter I would suggest Gareth heads off to Italy for a bit.
Biggest thing that strikes me is that England's success at all levels has been due to an attacking approach. We're rubbish at sitting back and counter-attacking, go with what works.If you want to sit and counter I would suggest Gareth heads off to Italy for a bit.
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Trader Pat
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I agree, England don't play as high up the pitch as Liverpool so the risk reward of Trent constantly getting caught out isn't as favourable for England as it is for Liverpool so I understand why you wouldn't start him but I'd definitely have him in the squad. Great option off the bench if you need a goal.greenmark wrote: ↑Mon Sep 26, 2022 5:08 pmThe exclusion of TTA from the squad v Germany puzzles me. He's way better than Walker et al. Is the value of his crossing/dead ball ability really negated by his defensive weakness? OK I may be biased as an LFC fan but the question does feed into Southgate's conserative approach.
Biggest thing that strikes me is that England's success at all levels has been due to an attacking approach. We're rubbish at sitting back and counter-attacking, go with what works.If you want to sit and counter I would suggest Gareth heads off to Italy for a bit.
What a massive game this is though. Germany are all over the place and the pressure is on Flick as well as Southgate. A bad beating for either side here and who knows what the consequences could be.
I think England should be Lions. I don't mind losing if we attack. there's nothing to lose and everything to gain from a loss/draw/win done with passion.Trader Pat wrote: ↑Mon Sep 26, 2022 6:49 pmI agree, England don't play as high up the pitch as Liverpool so the risk reward of Trent constantly getting caught out isn't as favourable for England as it is for Liverpool so I understand why you wouldn't start him but I'd definitely have him in the squad. Great option off the bench if you need a goal.greenmark wrote: ↑Mon Sep 26, 2022 5:08 pmThe exclusion of TTA from the squad v Germany puzzles me. He's way better than Walker et al. Is the value of his crossing/dead ball ability really negated by his defensive weakness? OK I may be biased as an LFC fan but the question does feed into Southgate's conserative approach.
Biggest thing that strikes me is that England's success at all levels has been due to an attacking approach. We're rubbish at sitting back and counter-attacking, go with what works.If you want to sit and counter I would suggest Gareth heads off to Italy for a bit.
What a massive game this is though. Germany are all over the place and the pressure is on Flick as well as Southgate. A bad beating for either side here and who knows what the consequences could be.
I suspect I may feel different at 10pm
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Trader Pat
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Yeah die on your sword etc... Southgate has proven he isn't that type of coach though.greenmark wrote: ↑Mon Sep 26, 2022 7:07 pmI think England should be Lions. I don't mind losing if we attack. there's nothing to lose and everything to gain from a loss/draw/win done with passion.Trader Pat wrote: ↑Mon Sep 26, 2022 6:49 pmI agree, England don't play as high up the pitch as Liverpool so the risk reward of Trent constantly getting caught out isn't as favourable for England as it is for Liverpool so I understand why you wouldn't start him but I'd definitely have him in the squad. Great option off the bench if you need a goal.greenmark wrote: ↑Mon Sep 26, 2022 5:08 pmThe exclusion of TTA from the squad v Germany puzzles me. He's way better than Walker et al. Is the value of his crossing/dead ball ability really negated by his defensive weakness? OK I may be biased as an LFC fan but the question does feed into Southgate's conserative approach.
Biggest thing that strikes me is that England's success at all levels has been due to an attacking approach. We're rubbish at sitting back and counter-attacking, go with what works.If you want to sit and counter I would suggest Gareth heads off to Italy for a bit.
What a massive game this is though. Germany are all over the place and the pressure is on Flick as well as Southgate. A bad beating for either side here and who knows what the consequences could be.
I suspect I may feel different at 10pm
England have been a joy to watch since the Capello debacle and the emergence of the youngsters showing seniors how to do it.. But recently we've reverted to passing about at the back. It's tedious and ineffective. Just go flat out! Have bravery and guts!Trader Pat wrote: ↑Mon Sep 26, 2022 7:11 pmYeah die on your sword etc... Southgate has proven he isn't that type of coach though.greenmark wrote: ↑Mon Sep 26, 2022 7:07 pmI think England should be Lions. I don't mind losing if we attack. there's nothing to lose and everything to gain from a loss/draw/win done with passion.Trader Pat wrote: ↑Mon Sep 26, 2022 6:49 pm
I agree, England don't play as high up the pitch as Liverpool so the risk reward of Trent constantly getting caught out isn't as favourable for England as it is for Liverpool so I understand why you wouldn't start him but I'd definitely have him in the squad. Great option off the bench if you need a goal.
What a massive game this is though. Germany are all over the place and the pressure is on Flick as well as Southgate. A bad beating for either side here and who knows what the consequences could be.
I suspect I may feel different at 10pm
