comment by T Bone Steak Roysters (U3947)
posted 23 minutes ago
comment by Andrew Nelson (U1734)
posted 1 hour, 41 minutes ago
We will let City win as the league no longer matters for us as we get CL qualification from winning the CL. At the expense of 4th place in the league which will be hilaaaaarious.
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You really are one boring caaant <YAWN>
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Where has this weirdo come from? He’s not funny in the slightest, shouldn’t give him the time of day.
Bit of straw clutching as City went 100 per cent in Feb when they were busy.
But, yes, they do have a lot more fixtures than you.
You were also banking on Fernandinho’s absence too
comment by (Kash) I'm the Mane (U1108)
posted 36 minutes ago
comment by Scouse-Heart (U3234)
posted 1 minute ago
I think they will drop points, I think we will also... just depends on the details of who drops what and when!
Im not sure what people want?! 9 games to go and a point off the top!? Im all set for the run in with all its twists and turns but we are in with a shout here so lets see how it goes!
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8 games to go
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Good point
comment by CFC: FFP Champions (U20729)
posted 20 seconds ago
Bit of straw clutching as City went 100 per cent in Feb when they were busy.
But, yes, they do have a lot more fixtures than you.
You were also banking on Fernandinho’s absence too
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Thing is we are not 'banking' on anything we are discussing the possible issues that could have some bearing on the outcome of the title race.
Happy to discuss the issues that could also be negative top our run in also.
comment by Scouse-Heart (U3234)
posted 1 minute ago
comment by CFC: FFP Champions (U20729)
posted 20 seconds ago
Bit of straw clutching as City went 100 per cent in Feb when they were busy.
But, yes, they do have a lot more fixtures than you.
You were also banking on Fernandinho’s absence too
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Thing is we are not 'banking' on anything we are discussing the possible issues that could have some bearing on the outcome of the title race.
Happy to discuss the issues that could also be negative top our run in also.
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I think your main issues are mentality, you’ve struggled with the pressure of leading since Xmas
Have you got the leaders to show when the pressure is on?
Only Utd and Chelsea have had better form since the new year. Seems a bit lazy to say we're struggling. City have been excellent though.
I know none of you want to get knocked out versus Bayern (why would you obviously) but if you do i must say you become title favs for me as long as the defeat doesn't harm your team morale.
City will have their work cut out with 3 competitions and an arguably tougher run in.
We'll give them a game too when we have all our players back so that could help you out. However we need the pts so needs must and all that.
If City beat Swansea in the Fa Cup, then the semi-finals are scheduled for 6th / 7th April. That would mean that City would only have one PL game (Fulham away on 30th March) until Sunday 14th April (Crystal Palace away).
Liverpool would have played 3 league games by that point (Fulham A, Spurs H, and Southampton A). So Liverpool could potentially be 5 points ahead before 14th April (assuming City beat Fulham and Liverpool win their 3 games).
Liverpool then having 5 games to play, with City having 7 games.
City could lose to Swansea in the FA Cup of course, which if happens, renders any possible advantage in the League being dependent upon CL progression, which both clubs are still involved in.
Who knows, it could actually transpire that Liverpool end up having to play more games than City between now and the end of the season!
Who knows, it could actually transpire that Liverpool end up having to play more games than City between now and the end of the season!
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There's always a chance but I'd say it's incredibly unlikely. City won't lose at Swansea for starters and with you practically having a foot in the CL last 8 already then I'd soon even more unlikely.
I can actually see Bayern knocking Liverpool out midweek too. They are back in form, back on top of the Bundesliga and don't usually suffer at home in the CL.
Look theres no "straw clutching" when the gap is 1 point.
Theres a draw between the teams right now.
The simple question is over 8 games; will city draw 1 more game than Liverpool?
The issue for Liverpool is that cheslea and spurs come to anfield. city must go away to utd and spurs
city have won 6 drew 1 lost 1 in top 6 teams.
LFC by contrast have won 3 draws 4 lost 1.
City play Spurs at home mate.
comment by RipleysCat (U1862)
posted 21 minutes ago
If City beat Swansea in the Fa Cup, then the semi-finals are scheduled for 6th / 7th April. That would mean that City would only have one PL game (Fulham away on 30th March) until Sunday 14th April (Crystal Palace away).
Liverpool would have played 3 league games by that point (Fulham A, Spurs H, and Southampton A). So Liverpool could potentially be 5 points ahead before 14th April (assuming City beat Fulham and Liverpool win their 3 games).
Liverpool then having 5 games to play, with City having 7 games.
City could lose to Swansea in the FA Cup of course, which if happens, renders any possible advantage in the League being dependent upon CL progression, which both clubs are still involved in.
Who knows, it could actually transpire that Liverpool end up having to play more games than City between now and the end of the season!
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I think they will have to play the Cardiff game before the 6 April , if they don't then there are no mid week slots that are free
Most of our players are internationals. Including international breaks our squad have been playing twice a week all season, barring last week, the gap between Bournemouth and Watford was the first time the players have had a week off since August.
comment by gratedbean (U4885)
posted 5 minutes ago
Most of our players are internationals. Including international breaks our squad have been playing twice a week all season, barring last week, the gap between Bournemouth and Watford was the first time the players have had a week off since August.
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so they dont get mentally or physically tired then ?
Of course they do, but so do Klopps teams, famously.
We are in a privelidged position where we can rest anyone getting leggy and still field a side capable of winning games.
comment by lfc65 (U17359)
posted 2 hours, 56 minutes ago
comment by Nickasaurus (U9257)
posted 1 minute ago
Got two teams of 11 that would win/finish top 3 in the league. Don’t think fixture congestion is a massive issue for them.
Top of the league despite missing Kdb,Mendy, Fernandinho and others over the season
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yes but last time they had players out and a lot of fixtures they dropped points , don't see why it will be different this time and matches are tougher and honestly they aren't playing that well at the moment, fair enough they are winning but they look tired to me. recognise that all sounds glass half full ,but thats how I see it
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All that you’ve said applies to Liverpool currently. Difference is these city players have been here before. Could be the difference
We’ve spent a lot of money, but that’s put us in the position to genuinely challenge on four fronts each season.
Aguero or Jesus up top
Sane, Sterling, Mahrez or Bernardo out wide
Fernandinho, KDB, D Silva, B Silva, Foden or Gundogan in CM
Four CBs.
The only area we have been a bit exposed is FB. But if we fail in any of the three remaining competitions we’re playing in, given what’s been invested in the team I wouldn’t want to hear a congested fixture list talked about as an excuse. The club have spent money to handle that.
comment by gratedbean (U4885)
posted 10 minutes ago
We’ve spent a lot of money, but that’s put us in the position to genuinely challenge on four fronts each season.
Aguero or Jesus up top
Sane, Sterling, Mahrez or Bernardo out wide
Fernandinho, KDB, D Silva, B Silva, Foden or Gundogan in CM
Four CBs.
The only area we have been a bit exposed is FB. But if we fail in any of the three remaining competitions we’re playing in, given what’s been invested in the team I wouldn’t want to hear a congested fixture list talked about as an excuse. The club have spent money to handle that.
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agree the squad is strong , guess at the min you have issues with 4 key players and need them back or the depth does get exposed . ie midfield you only have 2 silvas + gundongan.
The reality is city have "rotated" quite consistently through the season so sterling sane and mahrez are all fit now.
Aguero v jesus hasn't been as good for city due to availaibilty of jesus first then aguero but again thats there.
They are where they are but you can still red line players and drop off the edge very quick.
lets talk reality
CL on 9/10 apr assume they will be there. could be porto or could be barca who knows
palace A 14th - mixed results... very mixed thye are not out of trouble so its a little hurdle
CL 16/17 apr - as above
tott H 20 apr - spurs have imploded. this is AFTER CL qf second leg and spurs will prob use that as excuse not to try.
utd A 24 apr .... god knows. should be tough as hell but utd were awful v arsenal
burnley A 28 apr - burnely are still in it right now.. not sure they will still be come this game. It'll be a physical game
CL semi ?? 30 apr who knows who
leics H 5 may - easy... even easier not rodger sis in charge.
CL semi 7 may- who knows
Brighton A 12 may certainly look to still be in trouble. depends by this date if cardiff have got within 3 points.
comment by Robbing_Hoody - as a rule I don't trust a... (U6374)
posted 3 hours, 8 minutes ago
Only Utd and Chelsea have had better form since the new year. Seems a bit lazy to say we're struggling. City have been excellent though.
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Surely Arsenal and City have had better form than Liverpool since New Year too in the league?
Have Chelsea really had better form than Liverpool since New Year?
I would say United City and Arsenal have all been better in the league this calendar year than Liverpool not Chelsea
comment by lfc65 (U17359)
posted 1 day, 18 hours ago
comment by gratedbean (U4885)
posted 10 minutes ago
We’ve spent a lot of money, but that’s put us in the position to genuinely challenge on four fronts each season.
Aguero or Jesus up top
Sane, Sterling, Mahrez or Bernardo out wide
Fernandinho, KDB, D Silva, B Silva, Foden or Gundogan in CM
Four CBs.
The only area we have been a bit exposed is FB. But if we fail in any of the three remaining competitions we’re playing in, given what’s been invested in the team I wouldn’t want to hear a congested fixture list talked about as an excuse. The club have spent money to handle that.
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agree the squad is strong , guess at the min you have issues with 4 key players and need them back or the depth does get exposed . ie midfield you only have 2 silvas + gundongan.
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And Foden. City midfield is easily the strongest in the PL
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posted on 11/3/19
comment by T Bone Steak Roysters (U3947)
posted 23 minutes ago
comment by Andrew Nelson (U1734)
posted 1 hour, 41 minutes ago
We will let City win as the league no longer matters for us as we get CL qualification from winning the CL. At the expense of 4th place in the league which will be hilaaaaarious.
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You really are one boring caaant <YAWN>
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A boring sad caaant
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Where has this weirdo come from? He’s not funny in the slightest, shouldn’t give him the time of day.
posted on 11/3/19
Bit of straw clutching as City went 100 per cent in Feb when they were busy.
But, yes, they do have a lot more fixtures than you.
You were also banking on Fernandinho’s absence too
posted on 11/3/19
comment by (Kash) I'm the Mane (U1108)
posted 36 minutes ago
comment by Scouse-Heart (U3234)
posted 1 minute ago
I think they will drop points, I think we will also... just depends on the details of who drops what and when!
Im not sure what people want?! 9 games to go and a point off the top!? Im all set for the run in with all its twists and turns but we are in with a shout here so lets see how it goes!
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8 games to go
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Good point
posted on 11/3/19
comment by CFC: FFP Champions (U20729)
posted 20 seconds ago
Bit of straw clutching as City went 100 per cent in Feb when they were busy.
But, yes, they do have a lot more fixtures than you.
You were also banking on Fernandinho’s absence too
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Thing is we are not 'banking' on anything we are discussing the possible issues that could have some bearing on the outcome of the title race.
Happy to discuss the issues that could also be negative top our run in also.
posted on 11/3/19
comment by Scouse-Heart (U3234)
posted 1 minute ago
comment by CFC: FFP Champions (U20729)
posted 20 seconds ago
Bit of straw clutching as City went 100 per cent in Feb when they were busy.
But, yes, they do have a lot more fixtures than you.
You were also banking on Fernandinho’s absence too
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Thing is we are not 'banking' on anything we are discussing the possible issues that could have some bearing on the outcome of the title race.
Happy to discuss the issues that could also be negative top our run in also.
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I think your main issues are mentality, you’ve struggled with the pressure of leading since Xmas
Have you got the leaders to show when the pressure is on?
posted on 11/3/19
Only Utd and Chelsea have had better form since the new year. Seems a bit lazy to say we're struggling. City have been excellent though.
posted on 11/3/19
I know none of you want to get knocked out versus Bayern (why would you obviously) but if you do i must say you become title favs for me as long as the defeat doesn't harm your team morale.
City will have their work cut out with 3 competitions and an arguably tougher run in.
We'll give them a game too when we have all our players back so that could help you out. However we need the pts so needs must and all that.
posted on 11/3/19
If City beat Swansea in the Fa Cup, then the semi-finals are scheduled for 6th / 7th April. That would mean that City would only have one PL game (Fulham away on 30th March) until Sunday 14th April (Crystal Palace away).
Liverpool would have played 3 league games by that point (Fulham A, Spurs H, and Southampton A). So Liverpool could potentially be 5 points ahead before 14th April (assuming City beat Fulham and Liverpool win their 3 games).
Liverpool then having 5 games to play, with City having 7 games.
City could lose to Swansea in the FA Cup of course, which if happens, renders any possible advantage in the League being dependent upon CL progression, which both clubs are still involved in.
Who knows, it could actually transpire that Liverpool end up having to play more games than City between now and the end of the season!
posted on 11/3/19
Who knows, it could actually transpire that Liverpool end up having to play more games than City between now and the end of the season!
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There's always a chance but I'd say it's incredibly unlikely. City won't lose at Swansea for starters and with you practically having a foot in the CL last 8 already then I'd soon even more unlikely.
I can actually see Bayern knocking Liverpool out midweek too. They are back in form, back on top of the Bundesliga and don't usually suffer at home in the CL.
posted on 11/3/19
Look theres no "straw clutching" when the gap is 1 point.
Theres a draw between the teams right now.
The simple question is over 8 games; will city draw 1 more game than Liverpool?
The issue for Liverpool is that cheslea and spurs come to anfield. city must go away to utd and spurs
city have won 6 drew 1 lost 1 in top 6 teams.
LFC by contrast have won 3 draws 4 lost 1.
posted on 11/3/19
City play Spurs at home mate.
posted on 11/3/19
comment by RipleysCat (U1862)
posted 21 minutes ago
If City beat Swansea in the Fa Cup, then the semi-finals are scheduled for 6th / 7th April. That would mean that City would only have one PL game (Fulham away on 30th March) until Sunday 14th April (Crystal Palace away).
Liverpool would have played 3 league games by that point (Fulham A, Spurs H, and Southampton A). So Liverpool could potentially be 5 points ahead before 14th April (assuming City beat Fulham and Liverpool win their 3 games).
Liverpool then having 5 games to play, with City having 7 games.
City could lose to Swansea in the FA Cup of course, which if happens, renders any possible advantage in the League being dependent upon CL progression, which both clubs are still involved in.
Who knows, it could actually transpire that Liverpool end up having to play more games than City between now and the end of the season!
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I think they will have to play the Cardiff game before the 6 April , if they don't then there are no mid week slots that are free
posted on 11/3/19
Most of our players are internationals. Including international breaks our squad have been playing twice a week all season, barring last week, the gap between Bournemouth and Watford was the first time the players have had a week off since August.
posted on 11/3/19
comment by gratedbean (U4885)
posted 5 minutes ago
Most of our players are internationals. Including international breaks our squad have been playing twice a week all season, barring last week, the gap between Bournemouth and Watford was the first time the players have had a week off since August.
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so they dont get mentally or physically tired then ?
posted on 11/3/19
Of course they do, but so do Klopps teams, famously.
We are in a privelidged position where we can rest anyone getting leggy and still field a side capable of winning games.
posted on 11/3/19
comment by lfc65 (U17359)
posted 2 hours, 56 minutes ago
comment by Nickasaurus (U9257)
posted 1 minute ago
Got two teams of 11 that would win/finish top 3 in the league. Don’t think fixture congestion is a massive issue for them.
Top of the league despite missing Kdb,Mendy, Fernandinho and others over the season
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yes but last time they had players out and a lot of fixtures they dropped points , don't see why it will be different this time and matches are tougher and honestly they aren't playing that well at the moment, fair enough they are winning but they look tired to me. recognise that all sounds glass half full ,but thats how I see it
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All that you’ve said applies to Liverpool currently. Difference is these city players have been here before. Could be the difference
posted on 11/3/19
We’ve spent a lot of money, but that’s put us in the position to genuinely challenge on four fronts each season.
Aguero or Jesus up top
Sane, Sterling, Mahrez or Bernardo out wide
Fernandinho, KDB, D Silva, B Silva, Foden or Gundogan in CM
Four CBs.
The only area we have been a bit exposed is FB. But if we fail in any of the three remaining competitions we’re playing in, given what’s been invested in the team I wouldn’t want to hear a congested fixture list talked about as an excuse. The club have spent money to handle that.
posted on 11/3/19
comment by gratedbean (U4885)
posted 10 minutes ago
We’ve spent a lot of money, but that’s put us in the position to genuinely challenge on four fronts each season.
Aguero or Jesus up top
Sane, Sterling, Mahrez or Bernardo out wide
Fernandinho, KDB, D Silva, B Silva, Foden or Gundogan in CM
Four CBs.
The only area we have been a bit exposed is FB. But if we fail in any of the three remaining competitions we’re playing in, given what’s been invested in the team I wouldn’t want to hear a congested fixture list talked about as an excuse. The club have spent money to handle that.
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agree the squad is strong , guess at the min you have issues with 4 key players and need them back or the depth does get exposed . ie midfield you only have 2 silvas + gundongan.
posted on 11/3/19
The reality is city have "rotated" quite consistently through the season so sterling sane and mahrez are all fit now.
Aguero v jesus hasn't been as good for city due to availaibilty of jesus first then aguero but again thats there.
They are where they are but you can still red line players and drop off the edge very quick.
posted on 11/3/19
lets talk reality
CL on 9/10 apr assume they will be there. could be porto or could be barca who knows
palace A 14th - mixed results... very mixed thye are not out of trouble so its a little hurdle
CL 16/17 apr - as above
tott H 20 apr - spurs have imploded. this is AFTER CL qf second leg and spurs will prob use that as excuse not to try.
utd A 24 apr .... god knows. should be tough as hell but utd were awful v arsenal
burnley A 28 apr - burnely are still in it right now.. not sure they will still be come this game. It'll be a physical game
CL semi ?? 30 apr who knows who
leics H 5 may - easy... even easier not rodger sis in charge.
CL semi 7 may- who knows
Brighton A 12 may certainly look to still be in trouble. depends by this date if cardiff have got within 3 points.
posted on 11/3/19
comment by Robbing_Hoody - as a rule I don't trust a... (U6374)
posted 3 hours, 8 minutes ago
Only Utd and Chelsea have had better form since the new year. Seems a bit lazy to say we're struggling. City have been excellent though.
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Surely Arsenal and City have had better form than Liverpool since New Year too in the league?
Have Chelsea really had better form than Liverpool since New Year?
I would say United City and Arsenal have all been better in the league this calendar year than Liverpool not Chelsea
posted on 13/3/19
comment by lfc65 (U17359)
posted 1 day, 18 hours ago
comment by gratedbean (U4885)
posted 10 minutes ago
We’ve spent a lot of money, but that’s put us in the position to genuinely challenge on four fronts each season.
Aguero or Jesus up top
Sane, Sterling, Mahrez or Bernardo out wide
Fernandinho, KDB, D Silva, B Silva, Foden or Gundogan in CM
Four CBs.
The only area we have been a bit exposed is FB. But if we fail in any of the three remaining competitions we’re playing in, given what’s been invested in the team I wouldn’t want to hear a congested fixture list talked about as an excuse. The club have spent money to handle that.
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agree the squad is strong , guess at the min you have issues with 4 key players and need them back or the depth does get exposed . ie midfield you only have 2 silvas + gundongan.
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And Foden. City midfield is easily the strongest in the PL
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