scottyc06 6,915 Posted July 17, 2018 Share Posted July 17, 2018 Thought we looked in total control tonight, they had a spell of about 5/10 minutes in the first half but even then didn’t look much like scoring! Over the two legs I think we could have & should have scored about 7 or 8, we created plenty of chances but seem to be lacking a goal scorer. Morelos just isn’t good enough, Murphy & Windass put a lot in tonight but were lacking a bit of quality when it was needed. Hopefully if tonight’s shows anything, it’s that we need an out & out goal scorer! A Boyd style player who barely leaves the box would be ideal! Broxi bear 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
the brown brogue 1,909 Posted July 17, 2018 Share Posted July 17, 2018 I hope Gerrard realises now that when our current forward players are off their game they look like they've never seen a ball before let alone know what to do with it. And unfortunately experience tells us they are off it far more than they're ever on it. I was hugely worried when we went into last season with Miller, Morelos and Herrera as our striking options, at the moment we're looking even weaker so hopefully we see some movement soon. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inigo 32,526 Posted July 17, 2018 Share Posted July 17, 2018 I predict Sadiq, Coulibally and Ejaria will come in and be mainstays. I think what we really need is a wide attacker, on top of the cover we'll be getting at centre half. Remember we were without the above three, and Rossiter, Dorrans, Arfield and John. I think if we can move bring in a winger, and maybe another striker if we qualify for the Europa (don't laugh) we'll be fine. Otherwise I don't see why we'd have 3 strikers when we only play one. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
islandblue 366 Posted July 17, 2018 Share Posted July 17, 2018 We controlled the game throughout and I thought we were unlucky not to win it. At this stage of the season it was a good performance Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeparateEntityMyArse 53,613 Posted July 17, 2018 Share Posted July 17, 2018 Mostly comfortable at the back but im not sure I'd say solid. McGregor earned his money imo. Distinct lack of quality in our forward play. Imo only Windass earned credit from forward play from the starters. plumbGER and Hadron Collider 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
K.A.I 36,183 Posted July 17, 2018 Share Posted July 17, 2018 10 minutes ago, Inigo said: I predict Sadiq, Coulibally and Ejaria will come in and be mainstays. I think what we really need is a wide attacker, on top of the cover we'll be getting at centre half. Remember we were without the above three, and Rossiter, Dorrans, Arfield and John. I think if we can move bring in a winger, and maybe another striker if we qualify for the Europa (don't laugh) we'll be fine. Otherwise I don't see why we'd have 3 strikers when we only play one. Seriously mate? Do you think any or all of them names you mentioned will come close to making a difference? The No.9 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inigo 32,526 Posted July 17, 2018 Share Posted July 17, 2018 1 minute ago, K.A.I said: Seriously mate? Do you think any or all of them names you mentioned will come close to making a difference? I don't have a clue, but I think that's what the manager has brought them in for, so when he's played them that's when he'll be judged. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KBOO72 4,358 Posted July 17, 2018 Share Posted July 17, 2018 Every chance we'll go out in the next round if we continue with these players and play in this fashion. Not a chance of making the group stages unless there are 3 or 4 quality additions in the next week or two. We are still miles away from the standard required. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
K.A.I 36,183 Posted July 17, 2018 Share Posted July 17, 2018 Just now, Inigo said: I don't have a clue, but I think that's what the manager has brought them in for, so when he's played them that's when he'll be judged. I hear you but I have this horrid feeling the manager has seriously under estimated the task - we are a poor poor team - everyone coming out tonight were saying the same in amongst the singing Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coplander2 23 Posted July 17, 2018 Share Posted July 17, 2018 A play maker,a No 10, call it what you will. the boy Ejaria put a great ball through to Middleton but there was little else. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Al 55 9,241 Posted July 17, 2018 Share Posted July 17, 2018 2 minutes ago, Inigo said: I don't have a clue, but I think that's what the manager has brought them in for, so when he's played them that's when he'll be judged. Yes they've been brought in to start, tonight made that clear IMO. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inigo 32,526 Posted July 17, 2018 Share Posted July 17, 2018 Just now, K.A.I said: I hear you but I have this horrid feeling the manager has seriously under estimated the task - we are a poor poor team - everyone coming out tonight were saying the same in amongst the singing Maybe, but I really don't get why we'd be worried about that til we'd actually seen them. As I said, the bit that's been reformed in the two games... the back line... looks much better, so I think he's due at least the chance to play the guys he brings in before we worry too much. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inigo 32,526 Posted July 17, 2018 Share Posted July 17, 2018 1 minute ago, Big Al II said: Yes they've been brought in to start, tonight made that clear IMO. Don't think there's any doubt about it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MARK92GERS 804 Posted July 17, 2018 Share Posted July 17, 2018 I don’t think tonight was all about a flashy type performance it was a very solid professional performance defence looked good midfield lacked a little fluidity at times but I don’t think Morelos helped that seemed to have a touch like a donkey his overall play was very poor I enjoyed him last season but so far he looks way off pace hopefully Sadiq gives us something different but overall I’m happy with the progress so far after 3 games I think once Ejaria, Arfield & Coulibaly get up to speed we will see some improvement at the other end Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueKnight87 17,280 Posted July 17, 2018 Share Posted July 17, 2018 We badly need a finisher. Clinical striker that can get in the box and put chances away 1st time. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inigo 32,526 Posted July 17, 2018 Share Posted July 17, 2018 The immediate issue is that he doesn't have time to bed in some of the guys he's hanging his hat on before Osijek, who'll to doubt be capable. I fear the worst for that one. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amac9 2,060 Posted July 17, 2018 Share Posted July 17, 2018 Will wait to see us against a decent attacking team before reserving judgement on the defence. Over 2 legs against piss poor opposition they still could have scored 2 or 3 goals. The No.9 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluenoz 30,680 Posted July 17, 2018 Share Posted July 17, 2018 9 minutes ago, K.A.I said: Seriously mate? Do you think any or all of them names you mentioned will come close to making a difference? When fit, those players are a much better improvement than some of the performers tonight. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Al 55 9,241 Posted July 17, 2018 Share Posted July 17, 2018 The questions becomes with Flannagan, McCrorie who can play CH do we need to spend £3m+ on another CH. Assuming we don't have too much more to spend I think I'd rather it went on a creative player. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
K.A.I 36,183 Posted July 17, 2018 Share Posted July 17, 2018 Just now, bluenoz said: When fit, those players are a much better improvement than some of the performers tonight. Based on what ? You’ve never seen them play more than 20 minutes at best and never at worst for us we haven’t bought well and we still have too much shite at the club a half decent team destroys us tonight Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
K.A.I 36,183 Posted July 17, 2018 Share Posted July 17, 2018 Just now, Big Al II said: The questions becomes with Flannagan, McCrorie who can play CH do we need to spend £3m+ on another CH. Assuming we don't have too much more to spend I think I'd rather it went on a creative player. Go into transfer section and say that and have the flip flippers round on you Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Al 55 9,241 Posted July 17, 2018 Share Posted July 17, 2018 1 minute ago, K.A.I said: Go into transfer section and say that and have the flip flippers round on you It's painfully clear where we're lacking ATM. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inigo 32,526 Posted July 17, 2018 Share Posted July 17, 2018 4 minutes ago, Big Al II said: The questions becomes with Flannagan, McCrorie who can play CH do we need to spend £3m+ on another CH. Assuming we don't have too much more to spend I think I'd rather it went on a creative player. Neither of those is ever a centre half. Barring disasters as a last resort. We definitely need at least one more of decent quality. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Al 55 9,241 Posted July 17, 2018 Share Posted July 17, 2018 4 minutes ago, Inigo said: Neither of those is ever a centre half. Barring disasters as a last resort. We definitely need at least one more of decent quality. I think as temporary cover for injury they'd be fine. I'd personally rather the money was spent in the last third. That's assuming it's one or the other though. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluenoz 30,680 Posted July 17, 2018 Share Posted July 17, 2018 5 minutes ago, K.A.I said: Based on what ? You’ve never seen them play more than 20 minutes at best and never at worst for us we haven’t bought well and we still have too much shite at the club a half decent team destroys us tonight Arfield and Dorrans are pretty good on their day ( when fit ), no point arguing Rossiter with you Kai and admittedly I haven't seen the destroyer yet. What I do know is McCrorie is NOT a midfield player although it appears Gerrard disagrees. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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