Personally,
Glad to see Gordon and Palmer in, but surprised to see Rashford.
Gomez is understandable and I think it’s wise to have a look at Branthwaite.
No Phillips (is he injured?) and Hendo squeezing himself in again. Not sure how I feel about that but he’s a top pro and very experienced in a position with little to no competition at international level.
Surprised we named a 25 man squad, and that only five of them are midfielders, but I guess Southgate must want to have a look at more of the players on the fringes. Looks about right considering who is available, though I’m a bit disappointed that Barkley didn’t get a call up. I think he could offer us quite a bit now he’s playing as a cm.
I thought Gordon was injured?
comment by Kobbie The King Mainoo (U10026)
posted 1 minute ago
Surprised we named a 25 man squad, and that only five of them are midfielders, but I guess Southgate must want to have a look at more of the players on the fringes. Looks about right considering who is available, though I’m a bit disappointed that Barkley didn’t get a call up. I think he could offer us quite a bit now he’s playing as a cm.
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Yeah I think he deserved a look in, and already has a good amount of International experience.
comment by Striketeam7 - There used to be a football club over there (U18109)
posted 6 minutes ago
I thought Gordon was injured?
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all i know is that gordon's alive
comment by Don Draper's dandruff (U20155)
posted 4 minutes ago
comment by Striketeam7 - There used to be a football club over there (U18109)
posted 6 minutes ago
I thought Gordon was injured?
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all i know is that gordon's alive
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But is he just a flash
comment by Robbing Hoody - I taught Szoboszlai how to cushion half volleys (U6374)
posted 35 minutes ago
comment by Kobbie The King Mainoo (U10026)
posted 1 minute ago
Surprised we named a 25 man squad, and that only five of them are midfielders, but I guess Southgate must want to have a look at more of the players on the fringes. Looks about right considering who is available, though I’m a bit disappointed that Barkley didn’t get a call up. I think he could offer us quite a bit now he’s playing as a cm.
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Yeah I think he deserved a look in, and already has a good amount of International experience.
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Those deeper central areas are a real problem for us, especially if Bellingham does play further forward. It’d be risky going into a tournament with Henderson, Rice and possibly Phillips as the only players that play there.
Big shame Jones isn't fit because he'd perfect playing in the role alongside Rice.
Not sure who else is even available to do it. Mainoo maybe but probably a bit early for him?
Surprised at Toney being there
So many bang average players in this so called Golden Generation
comment by Brian Gittins (U1449)
posted 7 minutes ago
Surprised at Toney being there
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He’s been in and around the squad but yeah maybe
Hendo and Maguire?. Blimey.
Glad to see Gallagher get a call up. I rate him.
comment by Kobbie The King Mainoo (U10026)
posted 46 minutes ago
comment by Robbing Hoody - I taught Szoboszlai how to cushion half volleys (U6374)
posted 35 minutes ago
comment by Kobbie The King Mainoo (U10026)
posted 1 minute ago
Surprised we named a 25 man squad, and that only five of them are midfielders, but I guess Southgate must want to have a look at more of the players on the fringes. Looks about right considering who is available, though I’m a bit disappointed that Barkley didn’t get a call up. I think he could offer us quite a bit now he’s playing as a cm.
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Yeah I think he deserved a look in, and already has a good amount of International experience.
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Those deeper central areas are a real problem for us, especially if Bellingham does play further forward. It’d be risky going into a tournament with Henderson, Rice and possibly Phillips as the only players that play there.
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It’s a bigger problem than it needed be because of Southgate’s absurd decision to keep picking Henderson and Phillips.
There’s no justification for it and he could have been bringing alternatives through by now.
comment by Winston (U16525)
posted 1 minute ago
comment by Kobbie The King Mainoo (U10026)
posted 46 minutes ago
comment by Robbing Hoody - I taught Szoboszlai how to cushion half volleys (U6374)
posted 35 minutes ago
comment by Kobbie The King Mainoo (U10026)
posted 1 minute ago
Surprised we named a 25 man squad, and that only five of them are midfielders, but I guess Southgate must want to have a look at more of the players on the fringes. Looks about right considering who is available, though I’m a bit disappointed that Barkley didn’t get a call up. I think he could offer us quite a bit now he’s playing as a cm.
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Yeah I think he deserved a look in, and already has a good amount of International experience.
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Those deeper central areas are a real problem for us, especially if Bellingham does play further forward. It’d be risky going into a tournament with Henderson, Rice and possibly Phillips as the only players that play there.
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It’s a bigger problem than it needed be because of Southgate’s absurd decision to keep picking Henderson and Phillips.
There’s no justification for it and he could have been bringing alternatives through by now.
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It’s a problem because the alternatives are also a problem.
comment by The Welsh Xavi (U15412)
posted 34 minutes ago
Big shame Jones isn't fit because he'd perfect playing in the role alongside Rice.
Not sure who else is even available to do it. Mainoo maybe but probably a bit early for him?
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This is the issue. And I’m not sure Jones is perfect as he doesn’t play in that role for Liverpool either.
Aren't there any Irish players with English grandparents
comment by Kobbie The King Mainoo (U10026)
posted 3 minutes ago
comment by Winston (U16525)
posted 1 minute ago
comment by Kobbie The King Mainoo (U10026)
posted 46 minutes ago
comment by Robbing Hoody - I taught Szoboszlai how to cushion half volleys (U6374)
posted 35 minutes ago
comment by Kobbie The King Mainoo (U10026)
posted 1 minute ago
Surprised we named a 25 man squad, and that only five of them are midfielders, but I guess Southgate must want to have a look at more of the players on the fringes. Looks about right considering who is available, though I’m a bit disappointed that Barkley didn’t get a call up. I think he could offer us quite a bit now he’s playing as a cm.
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Yeah I think he deserved a look in, and already has a good amount of International experience.
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Those deeper central areas are a real problem for us, especially if Bellingham does play further forward. It’d be risky going into a tournament with Henderson, Rice and possibly Phillips as the only players that play there.
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It’s a bigger problem than it needed be because of Southgate’s absurd decision to keep picking Henderson and Phillips.
There’s no justification for it and he could have been bringing alternatives through by now.
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It’s a problem because the alternatives are also a problem.
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So there’s no one better than Henderson or Phillips? No one at all?
I find that hard to believe, don’t you?
comment by Kobbie The King Mainoo (U10026)
posted 2 minutes ago
comment by The Welsh Xavi (U15412)
posted 34 minutes ago
Big shame Jones isn't fit because he'd perfect playing in the role alongside Rice.
Not sure who else is even available to do it. Mainoo maybe but probably a bit early for him?
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This is the issue. And I’m not sure Jones is perfect as he doesn’t play in that role for Liverpool either.
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He has played a bit deeper a times this season, especially when Mac Allister was playing as the DM, and has largely played as a more traditional box to box CM.
Although I was assuming Southgate gives the CM alongside Rice a bit more license to get forward, which is probably a mistake
comment by Kobbie The King Mainoo (U10026)
posted 4 minutes ago
comment by Winston (U16525)
posted 1 minute ago
comment by Kobbie The King Mainoo (U10026)
posted 46 minutes ago
comment by Robbing Hoody - I taught Szoboszlai how to cushion half volleys (U6374)
posted 35 minutes ago
comment by Kobbie The King Mainoo (U10026)
posted 1 minute ago
Surprised we named a 25 man squad, and that only five of them are midfielders, but I guess Southgate must want to have a look at more of the players on the fringes. Looks about right considering who is available, though I’m a bit disappointed that Barkley didn’t get a call up. I think he could offer us quite a bit now he’s playing as a cm.
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Yeah I think he deserved a look in, and already has a good amount of International experience.
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Those deeper central areas are a real problem for us, especially if Bellingham does play further forward. It’d be risky going into a tournament with Henderson, Rice and possibly Phillips as the only players that play there.
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It’s a bigger problem than it needed be because of Southgate’s absurd decision to keep picking Henderson and Phillips.
There’s no justification for it and he could have been bringing alternatives through by now.
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It’s a problem because the alternatives are also a problem.
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TAA could come in alongside Rice.
And if Safegate put his big boy pants on and was brave, he could have developed a city like system where Stones steps in to CM, Walker provides the pace cover across the back, the left back is a bit more reserved/less attacking, to maintain defensive numbers . Then whoever starts alongside Rice is then able to be further forward and you could possibly have Foden & Bellingham as 2 CM ahead of Rice.
It would be beyond difficult to coach an inverted role at international level I feel.
Also, Southgate (or any international manager) is not of the same quality as Pep and Klopp.
There is a lack of DMs for England full stop, plus Trent has never really performed in an England shirt.
Not sure what Rashford and Henderson are doing in there, but I guess they won't be expected to get minutes come the Euros.
The defence and goalkeepers are a poor set of options. It depends on how Southgate wants to setup though, a back 4 means we'd likely press higher up the pitch, so:
Shaw (if fit) Stones Braithwaite Walker
A back 5 and sitting a bit deeper brings out the best in the likes of Maguire and Dunk. However you look at it, we will have a weak point at the back.
comment by Winston (U16525)
posted 33 minutes ago
comment by Kobbie The King Mainoo (U10026)
posted 3 minutes ago
comment by Winston (U16525)
posted 1 minute ago
comment by Kobbie The King Mainoo (U10026)
posted 46 minutes ago
comment by Robbing Hoody - I taught Szoboszlai how to cushion half volleys (U6374)
posted 35 minutes ago
comment by Kobbie The King Mainoo (U10026)
posted 1 minute ago
Surprised we named a 25 man squad, and that only five of them are midfielders, but I guess Southgate must want to have a look at more of the players on the fringes. Looks about right considering who is available, though I’m a bit disappointed that Barkley didn’t get a call up. I think he could offer us quite a bit now he’s playing as a cm.
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Yeah I think he deserved a look in, and already has a good amount of International experience.
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Those deeper central areas are a real problem for us, especially if Bellingham does play further forward. It’d be risky going into a tournament with Henderson, Rice and possibly Phillips as the only players that play there.
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It’s a bigger problem than it needed be because of Southgate’s absurd decision to keep picking Henderson and Phillips.
There’s no justification for it and he could have been bringing alternatives through by now.
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It’s a problem because the alternatives are also a problem.
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So there’s no one better than Henderson or Phillips? No one at all?
I find that hard to believe, don’t you?
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For the roles they actually play for England not really. And even if they are it’s not such an improvement that it addresses the problem.
As long as Maguire is starting that's all that matters
comment by Devonshirespur (U6316)
posted 30 minutes ago
comment by Kobbie The King Mainoo (U10026)
posted 4 minutes ago
comment by Winston (U16525)
posted 1 minute ago
comment by Kobbie The King Mainoo (U10026)
posted 46 minutes ago
comment by Robbing Hoody - I taught Szoboszlai how to cushion half volleys (U6374)
posted 35 minutes ago
comment by Kobbie The King Mainoo (U10026)
posted 1 minute ago
Surprised we named a 25 man squad, and that only five of them are midfielders, but I guess Southgate must want to have a look at more of the players on the fringes. Looks about right considering who is available, though I’m a bit disappointed that Barkley didn’t get a call up. I think he could offer us quite a bit now he’s playing as a cm.
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Yeah I think he deserved a look in, and already has a good amount of International experience.
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Those deeper central areas are a real problem for us, especially if Bellingham does play further forward. It’d be risky going into a tournament with Henderson, Rice and possibly Phillips as the only players that play there.
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It’s a bigger problem than it needed be because of Southgate’s absurd decision to keep picking Henderson and Phillips.
There’s no justification for it and he could have been bringing alternatives through by now.
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It’s a problem because the alternatives are also a problem.
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TAA could come in alongside Rice.
And if Safegate put his big boy pants on and was brave, he could have developed a city like system where Stones steps in to CM, Walker provides the pace cover across the back, the left back is a bit more reserved/less attacking, to maintain defensive numbers . Then whoever starts alongside Rice is then able to be further forward and you could possibly have Foden & Bellingham as 2 CM ahead of Rice.
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So you could basically turn England into City with Maguire as the pivotal anchor
comment by The Welsh Xavi (U15412)
posted 31 minutes ago
comment by Kobbie The King Mainoo (U10026)
posted 2 minutes ago
comment by The Welsh Xavi (U15412)
posted 34 minutes ago
Big shame Jones isn't fit because he'd perfect playing in the role alongside Rice.
Not sure who else is even available to do it. Mainoo maybe but probably a bit early for him?
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This is the issue. And I’m not sure Jones is perfect as he doesn’t play in that role for Liverpool either.
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He has played a bit deeper a times this season, especially when Mac Allister was playing as the DM, and has largely played as a more traditional box to box CM.
Although I was assuming Southgate gives the CM alongside Rice a bit more license to get forward, which is probably a mistake
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But he’s not really playing as a central midfielder where he is expected to sit alongside a dm like Rice, which is often how we’ll set the midfield up. It’s less of an issue if Bellingham is going to play cm, but it’s still a problem area based on the options England actually have for deeplying midfielders.
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posted on 14/3/24
Personally,
Glad to see Gordon and Palmer in, but surprised to see Rashford.
Gomez is understandable and I think it’s wise to have a look at Branthwaite.
No Phillips (is he injured?) and Hendo squeezing himself in again. Not sure how I feel about that but he’s a top pro and very experienced in a position with little to no competition at international level.
posted on 14/3/24
Surprised we named a 25 man squad, and that only five of them are midfielders, but I guess Southgate must want to have a look at more of the players on the fringes. Looks about right considering who is available, though I’m a bit disappointed that Barkley didn’t get a call up. I think he could offer us quite a bit now he’s playing as a cm.
posted on 14/3/24
I thought Gordon was injured?
posted on 14/3/24
comment by Kobbie The King Mainoo (U10026)
posted 1 minute ago
Surprised we named a 25 man squad, and that only five of them are midfielders, but I guess Southgate must want to have a look at more of the players on the fringes. Looks about right considering who is available, though I’m a bit disappointed that Barkley didn’t get a call up. I think he could offer us quite a bit now he’s playing as a cm.
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Yeah I think he deserved a look in, and already has a good amount of International experience.
posted on 14/3/24
comment by Striketeam7 - There used to be a football club over there (U18109)
posted 6 minutes ago
I thought Gordon was injured?
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all i know is that gordon's alive
posted on 14/3/24
comment by Don Draper's dandruff (U20155)
posted 4 minutes ago
comment by Striketeam7 - There used to be a football club over there (U18109)
posted 6 minutes ago
I thought Gordon was injured?
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all i know is that gordon's alive
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But is he just a flash
posted on 14/3/24
comment by Robbing Hoody - I taught Szoboszlai how to cushion half volleys (U6374)
posted 35 minutes ago
comment by Kobbie The King Mainoo (U10026)
posted 1 minute ago
Surprised we named a 25 man squad, and that only five of them are midfielders, but I guess Southgate must want to have a look at more of the players on the fringes. Looks about right considering who is available, though I’m a bit disappointed that Barkley didn’t get a call up. I think he could offer us quite a bit now he’s playing as a cm.
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Yeah I think he deserved a look in, and already has a good amount of International experience.
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Those deeper central areas are a real problem for us, especially if Bellingham does play further forward. It’d be risky going into a tournament with Henderson, Rice and possibly Phillips as the only players that play there.
posted on 14/3/24
Big shame Jones isn't fit because he'd perfect playing in the role alongside Rice.
Not sure who else is even available to do it. Mainoo maybe but probably a bit early for him?
posted on 14/3/24
Surprised at Toney being there
posted on 14/3/24
So many bang average players in this so called Golden Generation
posted on 14/3/24
comment by Brian Gittins (U1449)
posted 7 minutes ago
Surprised at Toney being there
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He’s been in and around the squad but yeah maybe
posted on 14/3/24
Hendo and Maguire?. Blimey.
Glad to see Gallagher get a call up. I rate him.
posted on 14/3/24
comment by Kobbie The King Mainoo (U10026)
posted 46 minutes ago
comment by Robbing Hoody - I taught Szoboszlai how to cushion half volleys (U6374)
posted 35 minutes ago
comment by Kobbie The King Mainoo (U10026)
posted 1 minute ago
Surprised we named a 25 man squad, and that only five of them are midfielders, but I guess Southgate must want to have a look at more of the players on the fringes. Looks about right considering who is available, though I’m a bit disappointed that Barkley didn’t get a call up. I think he could offer us quite a bit now he’s playing as a cm.
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Yeah I think he deserved a look in, and already has a good amount of International experience.
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Those deeper central areas are a real problem for us, especially if Bellingham does play further forward. It’d be risky going into a tournament with Henderson, Rice and possibly Phillips as the only players that play there.
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It’s a bigger problem than it needed be because of Southgate’s absurd decision to keep picking Henderson and Phillips.
There’s no justification for it and he could have been bringing alternatives through by now.
posted on 14/3/24
comment by Winston (U16525)
posted 1 minute ago
comment by Kobbie The King Mainoo (U10026)
posted 46 minutes ago
comment by Robbing Hoody - I taught Szoboszlai how to cushion half volleys (U6374)
posted 35 minutes ago
comment by Kobbie The King Mainoo (U10026)
posted 1 minute ago
Surprised we named a 25 man squad, and that only five of them are midfielders, but I guess Southgate must want to have a look at more of the players on the fringes. Looks about right considering who is available, though I’m a bit disappointed that Barkley didn’t get a call up. I think he could offer us quite a bit now he’s playing as a cm.
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Yeah I think he deserved a look in, and already has a good amount of International experience.
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Those deeper central areas are a real problem for us, especially if Bellingham does play further forward. It’d be risky going into a tournament with Henderson, Rice and possibly Phillips as the only players that play there.
----------------------------------------------------------------------
It’s a bigger problem than it needed be because of Southgate’s absurd decision to keep picking Henderson and Phillips.
There’s no justification for it and he could have been bringing alternatives through by now.
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It’s a problem because the alternatives are also a problem.
posted on 14/3/24
comment by The Welsh Xavi (U15412)
posted 34 minutes ago
Big shame Jones isn't fit because he'd perfect playing in the role alongside Rice.
Not sure who else is even available to do it. Mainoo maybe but probably a bit early for him?
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This is the issue. And I’m not sure Jones is perfect as he doesn’t play in that role for Liverpool either.
posted on 14/3/24
Aren't there any Irish players with English grandparents
posted on 14/3/24
comment by Kobbie The King Mainoo (U10026)
posted 3 minutes ago
comment by Winston (U16525)
posted 1 minute ago
comment by Kobbie The King Mainoo (U10026)
posted 46 minutes ago
comment by Robbing Hoody - I taught Szoboszlai how to cushion half volleys (U6374)
posted 35 minutes ago
comment by Kobbie The King Mainoo (U10026)
posted 1 minute ago
Surprised we named a 25 man squad, and that only five of them are midfielders, but I guess Southgate must want to have a look at more of the players on the fringes. Looks about right considering who is available, though I’m a bit disappointed that Barkley didn’t get a call up. I think he could offer us quite a bit now he’s playing as a cm.
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Yeah I think he deserved a look in, and already has a good amount of International experience.
----------------------------------------------------------------------
Those deeper central areas are a real problem for us, especially if Bellingham does play further forward. It’d be risky going into a tournament with Henderson, Rice and possibly Phillips as the only players that play there.
----------------------------------------------------------------------
It’s a bigger problem than it needed be because of Southgate’s absurd decision to keep picking Henderson and Phillips.
There’s no justification for it and he could have been bringing alternatives through by now.
----------------------------------------------------------------------
It’s a problem because the alternatives are also a problem.
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So there’s no one better than Henderson or Phillips? No one at all?
I find that hard to believe, don’t you?
posted on 14/3/24
comment by Kobbie The King Mainoo (U10026)
posted 2 minutes ago
comment by The Welsh Xavi (U15412)
posted 34 minutes ago
Big shame Jones isn't fit because he'd perfect playing in the role alongside Rice.
Not sure who else is even available to do it. Mainoo maybe but probably a bit early for him?
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This is the issue. And I’m not sure Jones is perfect as he doesn’t play in that role for Liverpool either.
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He has played a bit deeper a times this season, especially when Mac Allister was playing as the DM, and has largely played as a more traditional box to box CM.
Although I was assuming Southgate gives the CM alongside Rice a bit more license to get forward, which is probably a mistake
posted on 14/3/24
comment by Kobbie The King Mainoo (U10026)
posted 4 minutes ago
comment by Winston (U16525)
posted 1 minute ago
comment by Kobbie The King Mainoo (U10026)
posted 46 minutes ago
comment by Robbing Hoody - I taught Szoboszlai how to cushion half volleys (U6374)
posted 35 minutes ago
comment by Kobbie The King Mainoo (U10026)
posted 1 minute ago
Surprised we named a 25 man squad, and that only five of them are midfielders, but I guess Southgate must want to have a look at more of the players on the fringes. Looks about right considering who is available, though I’m a bit disappointed that Barkley didn’t get a call up. I think he could offer us quite a bit now he’s playing as a cm.
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Yeah I think he deserved a look in, and already has a good amount of International experience.
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Those deeper central areas are a real problem for us, especially if Bellingham does play further forward. It’d be risky going into a tournament with Henderson, Rice and possibly Phillips as the only players that play there.
----------------------------------------------------------------------
It’s a bigger problem than it needed be because of Southgate’s absurd decision to keep picking Henderson and Phillips.
There’s no justification for it and he could have been bringing alternatives through by now.
----------------------------------------------------------------------
It’s a problem because the alternatives are also a problem.
----------------------------------------------------------------------
TAA could come in alongside Rice.
And if Safegate put his big boy pants on and was brave, he could have developed a city like system where Stones steps in to CM, Walker provides the pace cover across the back, the left back is a bit more reserved/less attacking, to maintain defensive numbers . Then whoever starts alongside Rice is then able to be further forward and you could possibly have Foden & Bellingham as 2 CM ahead of Rice.
posted on 14/3/24
It would be beyond difficult to coach an inverted role at international level I feel.
Also, Southgate (or any international manager) is not of the same quality as Pep and Klopp.
There is a lack of DMs for England full stop, plus Trent has never really performed in an England shirt.
posted on 14/3/24
Not sure what Rashford and Henderson are doing in there, but I guess they won't be expected to get minutes come the Euros.
The defence and goalkeepers are a poor set of options. It depends on how Southgate wants to setup though, a back 4 means we'd likely press higher up the pitch, so:
Shaw (if fit) Stones Braithwaite Walker
A back 5 and sitting a bit deeper brings out the best in the likes of Maguire and Dunk. However you look at it, we will have a weak point at the back.
posted on 14/3/24
comment by Winston (U16525)
posted 33 minutes ago
comment by Kobbie The King Mainoo (U10026)
posted 3 minutes ago
comment by Winston (U16525)
posted 1 minute ago
comment by Kobbie The King Mainoo (U10026)
posted 46 minutes ago
comment by Robbing Hoody - I taught Szoboszlai how to cushion half volleys (U6374)
posted 35 minutes ago
comment by Kobbie The King Mainoo (U10026)
posted 1 minute ago
Surprised we named a 25 man squad, and that only five of them are midfielders, but I guess Southgate must want to have a look at more of the players on the fringes. Looks about right considering who is available, though I’m a bit disappointed that Barkley didn’t get a call up. I think he could offer us quite a bit now he’s playing as a cm.
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Yeah I think he deserved a look in, and already has a good amount of International experience.
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Those deeper central areas are a real problem for us, especially if Bellingham does play further forward. It’d be risky going into a tournament with Henderson, Rice and possibly Phillips as the only players that play there.
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It’s a bigger problem than it needed be because of Southgate’s absurd decision to keep picking Henderson and Phillips.
There’s no justification for it and he could have been bringing alternatives through by now.
----------------------------------------------------------------------
It’s a problem because the alternatives are also a problem.
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So there’s no one better than Henderson or Phillips? No one at all?
I find that hard to believe, don’t you?
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For the roles they actually play for England not really. And even if they are it’s not such an improvement that it addresses the problem.
posted on 14/3/24
As long as Maguire is starting that's all that matters
posted on 14/3/24
comment by Devonshirespur (U6316)
posted 30 minutes ago
comment by Kobbie The King Mainoo (U10026)
posted 4 minutes ago
comment by Winston (U16525)
posted 1 minute ago
comment by Kobbie The King Mainoo (U10026)
posted 46 minutes ago
comment by Robbing Hoody - I taught Szoboszlai how to cushion half volleys (U6374)
posted 35 minutes ago
comment by Kobbie The King Mainoo (U10026)
posted 1 minute ago
Surprised we named a 25 man squad, and that only five of them are midfielders, but I guess Southgate must want to have a look at more of the players on the fringes. Looks about right considering who is available, though I’m a bit disappointed that Barkley didn’t get a call up. I think he could offer us quite a bit now he’s playing as a cm.
----------------------------------------------------------------------
Yeah I think he deserved a look in, and already has a good amount of International experience.
----------------------------------------------------------------------
Those deeper central areas are a real problem for us, especially if Bellingham does play further forward. It’d be risky going into a tournament with Henderson, Rice and possibly Phillips as the only players that play there.
----------------------------------------------------------------------
It’s a bigger problem than it needed be because of Southgate’s absurd decision to keep picking Henderson and Phillips.
There’s no justification for it and he could have been bringing alternatives through by now.
----------------------------------------------------------------------
It’s a problem because the alternatives are also a problem.
----------------------------------------------------------------------
TAA could come in alongside Rice.
And if Safegate put his big boy pants on and was brave, he could have developed a city like system where Stones steps in to CM, Walker provides the pace cover across the back, the left back is a bit more reserved/less attacking, to maintain defensive numbers . Then whoever starts alongside Rice is then able to be further forward and you could possibly have Foden & Bellingham as 2 CM ahead of Rice.
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So you could basically turn England into City with Maguire as the pivotal anchor
posted on 14/3/24
comment by The Welsh Xavi (U15412)
posted 31 minutes ago
comment by Kobbie The King Mainoo (U10026)
posted 2 minutes ago
comment by The Welsh Xavi (U15412)
posted 34 minutes ago
Big shame Jones isn't fit because he'd perfect playing in the role alongside Rice.
Not sure who else is even available to do it. Mainoo maybe but probably a bit early for him?
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This is the issue. And I’m not sure Jones is perfect as he doesn’t play in that role for Liverpool either.
----------------------------------------------------------------------
He has played a bit deeper a times this season, especially when Mac Allister was playing as the DM, and has largely played as a more traditional box to box CM.
Although I was assuming Southgate gives the CM alongside Rice a bit more license to get forward, which is probably a mistake
----------------------------------------------------------------------
But he’s not really playing as a central midfielder where he is expected to sit alongside a dm like Rice, which is often how we’ll set the midfield up. It’s less of an issue if Bellingham is going to play cm, but it’s still a problem area based on the options England actually have for deeplying midfielders.
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