nvager 498 Posted January 4, 2008 Share Posted January 4, 2008 Danny asked that question last week. Well I must say that although the jury is very much out I think a verdict will be in by the end of January. As we all know we have a very tough month with games almost every 4 days and including games that were postponed and a SC tie. If we are successful we could have a 7 point lead - maybe- at the end of January. We CAN do this and I feel that Walter in the game against Hibs at long last had the team playing football again. The reason for this in my opinion was twofold. Firstly he played both Hemdani and Thomson in front of his defence in midfield so that Barry could just play from the middle and forward. Secondly he had two footballers with trickery and pace on each wing who with Barry could create chances. D Cousin up front had a better day and scored a terrific goal. We dominated midfield for once and also were creative. That is NEW this season. We may be even better with JCD either up front in lieu of Cousin or with Cousin, but WHO would drop out? Anyway I am more enthusiastic again - good football - effective football, where 4-2-3-1 easily becomes 4-5-1 or 4-3-3 or 4-2-4! Furthermore Novo and Buffel are ready as is Gow to assist in midfield. Questiond that really comes to mind is - what do we do with McCulloch and Adam? In my opinion they do not fit into this system too easily as they are rather STATIC, but they do add strength. Is our squad really that deep? I still think we can be improved and at fullback, CB, midfield and striker. We are not in bad shape nevertheless, but yes this month (and the next few games vs Celtic) and then the verdict will be known. I am guilty of being optimistic once again. Lets get going for the kill. We can do this. :bouncy: :bouncy: :bouncy: Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark. 69 Posted January 4, 2008 Share Posted January 4, 2008 Great post nvager WATP :bouncy: :bouncy: :bouncy: :bouncy: Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimenez 1 Posted January 4, 2008 Share Posted January 4, 2008 I'll wait to see who we sign before saying anything That will be an indication on how serious SDM is in his desire for Rangers to turn this corner A wee turnaround in success coupled with increased capacity could see a period of domination in par with the early 90's Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
blueben_d 40 Posted January 4, 2008 Share Posted January 4, 2008 I hate threads like this, people say we've turned a corner then we feckin lose the next game Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danny 9 Posted January 4, 2008 Share Posted January 4, 2008 I hate threads like this, people say we've turned a corner then we feckin lose the next game He said the jury is out though. All he did was praise the display at Hibs and hopes for more of the same via the same system. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muff 245 Posted January 4, 2008 Share Posted January 4, 2008 Not yet but we're on the right road! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
blueben_d 40 Posted January 4, 2008 Share Posted January 4, 2008 I hate threads like this, people say we've turned a corner then we feckin lose the next game He said the jury is out though. All he did was praise the display at Hibs and hopes for more of the same via the same system. I know, was just having a pessimistic moment. We are a lot more consistant these days, and burke and naismith have added some much needed flair Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danny 9 Posted January 4, 2008 Share Posted January 4, 2008 I hate threads like this, people say we've turned a corner then we feckin lose the next game He said the jury is out though. All he did was praise the display at Hibs and hopes for more of the same via the same system. I know, was just having a pessimistic moment. We are a lot more consistant these days, and burke and naismith have added some much needed flair We are 7 games unbeaten since Utd. Or is it 8 now. Anyway, the results are starting to solidify for sure. Have to hope it continues. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
the bears ba's 1 Posted January 4, 2008 Share Posted January 4, 2008 Not yet but we're on the right road! Quite agree; just think where we were at this point last year. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoopyboymason 13 Posted January 4, 2008 Share Posted January 4, 2008 we still need 3 players imo but compared to the last 2 seasons we are in tremendous shape get a left back an attacking midfielder and a new striker and we could be a really good team Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
nvager 498 Posted January 5, 2008 Author Share Posted January 5, 2008 we still need 3 players imo but compared to the last 2 seasons we are in tremendous shape get a left back an attacking midfielder and a new striker and we could be a really good team Very much agree, but we also need a new CB as Weir is on his last top class saeason. His legs are going. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluepeter 5,627 Posted January 5, 2008 Share Posted January 5, 2008 The reason for this in my opinion was twofold. Firstly he played both Hemdani and Thomson in front of his defence in midfield so that Barry could just play from the middle and forward. Secondly he had two footballers with trickery and pace on each wing who with Barry could create chances. D Cousin up front had a better day and scored a terrific goal. We dominated midfield for once and also were creative. That is NEW this season. :bouncy: :bouncy: :bouncy: Anyone else think Barry going forward is what's been missing in so many games this season? It has infuriated me in loads of games this season to see him playing as a defensive midfielder in a 5 man midfield. When he gets forward he makes an impact, as against Hibs, and also in one run against Lyon (when he cut the ball in to JCD for THAT miss ) With Barry making direct runs at defenses, and a bit of trickery on the wings, we are a far more threatening team. Long may it continue Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
nvager 498 Posted January 5, 2008 Author Share Posted January 5, 2008 Well Walter kept the same team and we got another 3 points. TOP OF THE LEAGUE once more and a game in hand. We CAN win this league. No doubts about it. As I said in my initial post - the jury is out - BUT we are looking more consistent Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuart_RFC 41 Posted January 5, 2008 Share Posted January 5, 2008 Im astonished at how well WS has done in a year..we are playing so well , getting results..top of the league, everything is on the up. oh happy days Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
nvager 498 Posted January 5, 2008 Author Share Posted January 5, 2008 Long may they continue! :bouncy: :bouncy: :bouncy: :bouncy: Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whittaker 0 Posted January 5, 2008 Share Posted January 5, 2008 I'm happy with the current system of a 4-5-1 breaking into a 4-3-3 when attacking. However, when McCulloch and Adam are playing it just won't work to the same extent it has with Burke and Naismith. I'm happy with Burkes' performances since he's returned to the first team. If he can improve even further then I'd change my mind on him. He's an exciting player to watch and his pace and trickery can be a nightmare for left backs. We need a goalscorer with pace, who can link up play aswell as having the right attitude. A look at our squad and you'll realise it's hard to find players like that with all those qualities. We have Boyd who is an out-and-out goalscorer without offering much else - although his hold-up play has significantly improved in recent months. Cousin who can link up play but doesn't seem to have the best of attitudes and wants a move away. Darcheville seems to be the best of all but he's far too injury prone. Novo has pace and a great work rate but at times lacks conviction. I really rate young Steven Lennon. That is only on youth performances though but I saw a talented youngster who had pace, good finishing and desire to play for Rangers. He brings others into play and can score the odd spectacular effort aswell. I don't know if Smith will give him his chance based on previous - I hope he does and I hope Lennon takes it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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