LIVERPOOL v Newcastle (A)
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[quote author=TheBunnyman link=topic=43110.msg1231448#msg1231448 date=1291967525]
Oh fuck off Roy. Ming's been miles better since he moved to the centre.
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He's talking out of his arse.
I'm pretty sure he knows putting Ming on the flanks was stupid, and he wont be doing that again in a hurry.
Oh fuck off Roy. Ming's been miles better since he moved to the centre.
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He's talking out of his arse.
I'm pretty sure he knows putting Ming on the flanks was stupid, and he wont be doing that again in a hurry.
[quote author=KopKing link=topic=43110.msg1231610#msg1231610 date=1291981824]
I'd go for the same team that played against Villa execpt Babel for N'Gog. Babel 'gets it' now and he's a better player. He'll benefit from being rewarded and will be able to start 3 games in succession for the first time.
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I'm not sure he'd be a good partner for Torres though. Wash is a more willing runner and better at holding the ball up.
I'd go for the same team that played against Villa execpt Babel for N'Gog. Babel 'gets it' now and he's a better player. He'll benefit from being rewarded and will be able to start 3 games in succession for the first time.
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I'm not sure he'd be a good partner for Torres though. Wash is a more willing runner and better at holding the ball up.
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[quote author=KopKing link=topic=43110.msg1231610#msg1231610 date=1291981824]
I'd go for the same team that played against Villa execpt Babel for N'Gog. Babel 'gets it' now and he's a better player. He'll benefit from being rewarded and will be able to start 3 games in succession for the first time.
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I'm not sure he'd be a good partner for Torres though. Wash is a more willing runner and better at holding the ball up.
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I agree with the more willing runner aspect but not so sure at the hold up play, he's still weak on the ball. I just think Babel is working a lot harder now, is better at running the channels, a better crosser of the ball and more skillful. Playing N'Gog with Torres is like playing 2 centre forwards, but its positive for both that there is an actual debate, which is encouraging.
[quote author=KopKing link=topic=43110.msg1231610#msg1231610 date=1291981824]
I'd go for the same team that played against Villa execpt Babel for N'Gog. Babel 'gets it' now and he's a better player. He'll benefit from being rewarded and will be able to start 3 games in succession for the first time.
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I'm not sure he'd be a good partner for Torres though. Wash is a more willing runner and better at holding the ball up.
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I agree with the more willing runner aspect but not so sure at the hold up play, he's still weak on the ball. I just think Babel is working a lot harder now, is better at running the channels, a better crosser of the ball and more skillful. Playing N'Gog with Torres is like playing 2 centre forwards, but its positive for both that there is an actual debate, which is encouraging.
I agree N'Gog probably works better with Torres than Babel would. Hope we'll see Babel coming on quite early on the 2nd half though as I can see his pace being a problem for tiring Sol Campbell.
[quote author=Akakabooto link=topic=43110.msg1231662#msg1231662 date=1291990821]
I agree N'Gog probably works better with Torres than Babel would. Hope we'll see Babel coming on quite early on the 2nd half though as I can see his pace being a problem for tiring Sol Campbell.
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Hss Babel ever had the opportunity to play with Torres?
I agree N'Gog probably works better with Torres than Babel would. Hope we'll see Babel coming on quite early on the 2nd half though as I can see his pace being a problem for tiring Sol Campbell.
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Hss Babel ever had the opportunity to play with Torres?
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I think I would rather start Babel over N'gog, because he's in a good run of form - for him - and I think we should show a bit of faith.
[quote author=ILD link=topic=43110.msg1231674#msg1231674 date=1291991879]
Any team news RS?
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Barring injuries and babies:
Reina, Johnson, Skrtel, Kyrgiakos, Konchesky, Lucas, Meireles, Kuyt, Rodriguez, Torres, Ngog
Any team news RS?
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Barring injuries and babies:
Reina, Johnson, Skrtel, Kyrgiakos, Konchesky, Lucas, Meireles, Kuyt, Rodriguez, Torres, Ngog
[quote author=Squiggles link=topic=43110.msg1231669#msg1231669 date=1291991616]
I think I would rather start Babel over N'gog, because he's in a good run of form - for him - and I think we should show a bit of faith.
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I too think Babel would deserve to start. I'd put him on the right and rest Kuyt for this one.
I think I would rather start Babel over N'gog, because he's in a good run of form - for him - and I think we should show a bit of faith.
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I too think Babel would deserve to start. I'd put him on the right and rest Kuyt for this one.
[quote author=KopKing link=topic=43110.msg1231632#msg1231632 date=1291984425]
[quote author=TheBunnyman link=topic=43110.msg1231615#msg1231615 date=1291982384]
[quote author=KopKing link=topic=43110.msg1231610#msg1231610 date=1291981824]
I'd go for the same team that played against Villa execpt Babel for N'Gog. Babel 'gets it' now and he's a better player. He'll benefit from being rewarded and will be able to start 3 games in succession for the first time.
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I'm not sure he'd be a good partner for Torres though. Wash is a more willing runner and better at holding the ball up.
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I agree with the more willing runner aspect but not so sure at the hold up play, he's still weak on the ball. I just think Babel is working a lot harder now, is better at running the channels, a better crosser of the ball and more skillful. Playing N'Gog with Torres is like playing 2 centre forwards, but its positive for both that there is an actual debate, which is encouraging.
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What are you basing this on? Babel's one performance on Monday? Because he's been as horrendous as ever any other time he's turned out for us this season. Which let's face it, hasn't been that often.
[quote author=TheBunnyman link=topic=43110.msg1231615#msg1231615 date=1291982384]
[quote author=KopKing link=topic=43110.msg1231610#msg1231610 date=1291981824]
I'd go for the same team that played against Villa execpt Babel for N'Gog. Babel 'gets it' now and he's a better player. He'll benefit from being rewarded and will be able to start 3 games in succession for the first time.
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I'm not sure he'd be a good partner for Torres though. Wash is a more willing runner and better at holding the ball up.
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I agree with the more willing runner aspect but not so sure at the hold up play, he's still weak on the ball. I just think Babel is working a lot harder now, is better at running the channels, a better crosser of the ball and more skillful. Playing N'Gog with Torres is like playing 2 centre forwards, but its positive for both that there is an actual debate, which is encouraging.
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What are you basing this on? Babel's one performance on Monday? Because he's been as horrendous as ever any other time he's turned out for us this season. Which let's face it, hasn't been that often.
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[quote author=KopKing link=topic=43110.msg1231632#msg1231632 date=1291984425]
[quote author=TheBunnyman link=topic=43110.msg1231615#msg1231615 date=1291982384]
[quote author=KopKing link=topic=43110.msg1231610#msg1231610 date=1291981824]
I'd go for the same team that played against Villa execpt Babel for N'Gog. Babel 'gets it' now and he's a better player. He'll benefit from being rewarded and will be able to start 3 games in succession for the first time.
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I'm not sure he'd be a good partner for Torres though. Wash is a more willing runner and better at holding the ball up.
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I agree with the more willing runner aspect but not so sure at the hold up play, he's still weak on the ball. I just think Babel is working a lot harder now, is better at running the channels, a better crosser of the ball and more skillful. Playing N'Gog with Torres is like playing 2 centre forwards, but its positive for both that there is an actual debate, which is encouraging.
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What are you basing this on? Babel's one performance on Monday? Because he's been as horrendous as ever any other time he's turned out for us this season. Which let's face it, hasn't been that often.
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He hasn't had much chances this season but has now put in two good performances on the row(Villa and Steaua). I at least would like to see if he can build on that.
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[quote author=TheBunnyman link=topic=43110.msg1231615#msg1231615 date=1291982384]
[quote author=KopKing link=topic=43110.msg1231610#msg1231610 date=1291981824]
I'd go for the same team that played against Villa execpt Babel for N'Gog. Babel 'gets it' now and he's a better player. He'll benefit from being rewarded and will be able to start 3 games in succession for the first time.
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I'm not sure he'd be a good partner for Torres though. Wash is a more willing runner and better at holding the ball up.
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I agree with the more willing runner aspect but not so sure at the hold up play, he's still weak on the ball. I just think Babel is working a lot harder now, is better at running the channels, a better crosser of the ball and more skillful. Playing N'Gog with Torres is like playing 2 centre forwards, but its positive for both that there is an actual debate, which is encouraging.
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What are you basing this on? Babel's one performance on Monday? Because he's been as horrendous as ever any other time he's turned out for us this season. Which let's face it, hasn't been that often.
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He hasn't had much chances this season but has now put in two good performances on the row(Villa and Steaua). I at least would like to see if he can build on that.
We've been here before... he's just not very good I'm afraid. But I suppose there is a case for him based on his last two performances - and Kuyt's dip in form of late.
This happens quite frequently with Babel, though. One glimpse of quality and everybody gets their Babel blinkers on again. Then we all see him in the cold light of day and realize that's all it was - a glimpse of quality. The rest of the time he's painfully shit.
This happens quite frequently with Babel, though. One glimpse of quality and everybody gets their Babel blinkers on again. Then we all see him in the cold light of day and realize that's all it was - a glimpse of quality. The rest of the time he's painfully shit.
[quote author=Delinquent link=topic=43110.msg1231689#msg1231689 date=1291993663]
We've been here before... he's just not very good I'm afraid. But I suppose there is a case for him based on his last two performances - and Kuyt's dip in form of late.
This happens quite frequently with Babel, though. One glimpse of quality and everybody gets their Babel blinkers on again. Then we all see him in the cold light of day and realize that's all it was - a glimpse of quality. The rest of the time he's painfully shit.
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Yea I agree that's what will probably happen, I'm not actually getting my hopes up about his long term form. But for the reasons mentonied and because I feel this game would suit him I hope he plays a role, if not from the start then at least as a relatively early sub.
We've been here before... he's just not very good I'm afraid. But I suppose there is a case for him based on his last two performances - and Kuyt's dip in form of late.
This happens quite frequently with Babel, though. One glimpse of quality and everybody gets their Babel blinkers on again. Then we all see him in the cold light of day and realize that's all it was - a glimpse of quality. The rest of the time he's painfully shit.
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Yea I agree that's what will probably happen, I'm not actually getting my hopes up about his long term form. But for the reasons mentonied and because I feel this game would suit him I hope he plays a role, if not from the start then at least as a relatively early sub.
[quote author=Squiggles link=topic=43110.msg1231669#msg1231669 date=1291991616]
I think I would rather start Babel over N'gog, because he's in a good run of form - for him - and I think we should show a bit of faith.
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Wash got one goal and one assist in his last match, and is our top scorer this season. Why not show a bit of faith in him?
I agree Babel is the more talented player, but his record shows he's generally MUCH more effective as a substitute.
I think I would rather start Babel over N'gog, because he's in a good run of form - for him - and I think we should show a bit of faith.
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Wash got one goal and one assist in his last match, and is our top scorer this season. Why not show a bit of faith in him?
I agree Babel is the more talented player, but his record shows he's generally MUCH more effective as a substitute.
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[quote author=Squiggles link=topic=43110.msg1231669#msg1231669 date=1291991616]
I think I would rather start Babel over N'gog, because he's in a good run of form - for him - and I think we should show a bit of faith.
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I too think Babel would deserve to start. I'd put him on the right and rest Kuyt for this one.
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Yep, that would be fair, given Kuyt had such a poor game against Villa too. Babel's scored two in his last two starts, he deserves his place.
[quote author=Squiggles link=topic=43110.msg1231669#msg1231669 date=1291991616]
I think I would rather start Babel over N'gog, because he's in a good run of form - for him - and I think we should show a bit of faith.
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I too think Babel would deserve to start. I'd put him on the right and rest Kuyt for this one.
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Yep, that would be fair, given Kuyt had such a poor game against Villa too. Babel's scored two in his last two starts, he deserves his place.
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[quote author=KopKing link=topic=43110.msg1231632#msg1231632 date=1291984425]
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[quote author=KopKing link=topic=43110.msg1231610#msg1231610 date=1291981824]
I'd go for the same team that played against Villa execpt Babel for N'Gog. Babel 'gets it' now and he's a better player. He'll benefit from being rewarded and will be able to start 3 games in succession for the first time.
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I'm not sure he'd be a good partner for Torres though. Wash is a more willing runner and better at holding the ball up.
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I agree with the more willing runner aspect but not so sure at the hold up play, he's still weak on the ball. I just think Babel is working a lot harder now, is better at running the channels, a better crosser of the ball and more skillful. Playing N'Gog with Torres is like playing 2 centre forwards, but its positive for both that there is an actual debate, which is encouraging.
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What are you basing this on? Babel's one performance on Monday? Because he's been as horrendous as ever any other time he's turned out for us this season. Which let's face it, hasn't been that often.
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He's had two very good performances in succession, he's never played 3 successive games. We paid good money for him and he's earned some trust.
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[quote author=TheBunnyman link=topic=43110.msg1231615#msg1231615 date=1291982384]
[quote author=KopKing link=topic=43110.msg1231610#msg1231610 date=1291981824]
I'd go for the same team that played against Villa execpt Babel for N'Gog. Babel 'gets it' now and he's a better player. He'll benefit from being rewarded and will be able to start 3 games in succession for the first time.
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I'm not sure he'd be a good partner for Torres though. Wash is a more willing runner and better at holding the ball up.
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I agree with the more willing runner aspect but not so sure at the hold up play, he's still weak on the ball. I just think Babel is working a lot harder now, is better at running the channels, a better crosser of the ball and more skillful. Playing N'Gog with Torres is like playing 2 centre forwards, but its positive for both that there is an actual debate, which is encouraging.
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What are you basing this on? Babel's one performance on Monday? Because he's been as horrendous as ever any other time he's turned out for us this season. Which let's face it, hasn't been that often.
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He's had two very good performances in succession, he's never played 3 successive games. We paid good money for him and he's earned some trust.
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[quote author=KopKing link=topic=43110.msg1231610#msg1231610 date=1291981824]
I'd go for the same team that played against Villa execpt Babel for N'Gog. Babel 'gets it' now and he's a better player. He'll benefit from being rewarded and will be able to start 3 games in succession for the first time.
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I'm not sure he'd be a good partner for Torres though. Wash is a more willing runner and better at holding the ball up.
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I agree with the more willing runner aspect but not so sure at the hold up play, he's still weak on the ball. I just think Babel is working a lot harder now, is better at running the channels, a better crosser of the ball and more skillful. Playing N'Gog with Torres is like playing 2 centre forwards, but its positive for both that there is an actual debate, which is encouraging.
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What are you basing this on? Babel's one performance on Monday? Because he's been as horrendous as ever any other time he's turned out for us this season. Which let's face it, hasn't been that often.
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He's had two very good performances in succession, he's never played 3 successive games. We paid good money for him and he's earned some trust.
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Earned some trust on 2 fucking half decent performances, not bad out of 3 years, and what is the reason he's never played 3 in succesion..... it's he's shit! I'm sorry the babel boat sailed along time ago for me. How many fucking false dawns can one man have.
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[quote author=KopKing link=topic=43110.msg1231632#msg1231632 date=1291984425]
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[quote author=KopKing link=topic=43110.msg1231610#msg1231610 date=1291981824]
I'd go for the same team that played against Villa execpt Babel for N'Gog. Babel 'gets it' now and he's a better player. He'll benefit from being rewarded and will be able to start 3 games in succession for the first time.
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I'm not sure he'd be a good partner for Torres though. Wash is a more willing runner and better at holding the ball up.
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I agree with the more willing runner aspect but not so sure at the hold up play, he's still weak on the ball. I just think Babel is working a lot harder now, is better at running the channels, a better crosser of the ball and more skillful. Playing N'Gog with Torres is like playing 2 centre forwards, but its positive for both that there is an actual debate, which is encouraging.
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What are you basing this on? Babel's one performance on Monday? Because he's been as horrendous as ever any other time he's turned out for us this season. Which let's face it, hasn't been that often.
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He's had two very good performances in succession, he's never played 3 successive games. We paid good money for him and he's earned some trust.
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Earned some trust on 2 fucking half decent performances, not bad out of 3 years, and what is the reason he's never played 3 in succesion..... it's he's shit! I'm sorry the babel boat sailed along time ago for me. How many fucking false dawns can one man have.
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[quote author=Squiggles link=topic=43110.msg1231669#msg1231669 date=1291991616]
I think I would rather start Babel over N'gog, because he's in a good run of form - for him - and I think we should show a bit of faith.
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I too think Babel would deserve to start. I'd put him on the right and rest Kuyt for this one.
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Yep, that would be fair, given Kuyt had such a poor game against Villa too. Babel's scored two in his last two starts, he deserves his place.
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It was Jovanovic who scored against Steaua.
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[quote author=Squiggles link=topic=43110.msg1231669#msg1231669 date=1291991616]
I think I would rather start Babel over N'gog, because he's in a good run of form - for him - and I think we should show a bit of faith.
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I too think Babel would deserve to start. I'd put him on the right and rest Kuyt for this one.
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Yep, that would be fair, given Kuyt had such a poor game against Villa too. Babel's scored two in his last two starts, he deserves his place.
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It was Jovanovic who scored against Steaua.
Sure they all look the same...
Shit players, that is.
Shit players, that is.
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[quote author=Squiggles link=topic=43110.msg1231669#msg1231669 date=1291991616]
I think I would rather start Babel over N'gog, because he's in a good run of form - for him - and I think we should show a bit of faith.
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I too think Babel would deserve to start. I'd put him on the right and rest Kuyt for this one.
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Yep, that would be fair, given Kuyt had such a poor game against Villa too. Babel's scored two in his last two starts, he deserves his place.
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It was Jovanovic who scored against Steaua.
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Yeah you're right. I was pretty sure I was making that up half way through the post but decided to go with it anyway, I mean it is Ryan Babel, sometimes he makes stuff happen without actually making it happen.
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[quote author=Squiggles link=topic=43110.msg1231669#msg1231669 date=1291991616]
I think I would rather start Babel over N'gog, because he's in a good run of form - for him - and I think we should show a bit of faith.
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I too think Babel would deserve to start. I'd put him on the right and rest Kuyt for this one.
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Yep, that would be fair, given Kuyt had such a poor game against Villa too. Babel's scored two in his last two starts, he deserves his place.
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It was Jovanovic who scored against Steaua.
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Yeah you're right. I was pretty sure I was making that up half way through the post but decided to go with it anyway, I mean it is Ryan Babel, sometimes he makes stuff happen without actually making it happen.
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[quote author=Squiggles link=topic=43110.msg1231669#msg1231669 date=1291991616]
I think I would rather start Babel over N'gog, because he's in a good run of form - for him - and I think we should show a bit of faith.
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Wash got one goal and one assist in his last match, and is our top scorer this season. Why not show a bit of faith in him?
I agree Babel is the more talented player, but his record shows he's generally MUCH more effective as a substitute.
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The last match aside I think N'gog has been quite poor in the last few weeks, whereas Babel has uncharacteristically shown a bit of fight and desire. I also think we need to play Babel some matches if we're going to try and flog him in January.
But yeah, there's not much in it and I can't say I'm bothered either way.
[quote author=Squiggles link=topic=43110.msg1231669#msg1231669 date=1291991616]
I think I would rather start Babel over N'gog, because he's in a good run of form - for him - and I think we should show a bit of faith.
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Wash got one goal and one assist in his last match, and is our top scorer this season. Why not show a bit of faith in him?
I agree Babel is the more talented player, but his record shows he's generally MUCH more effective as a substitute.
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The last match aside I think N'gog has been quite poor in the last few weeks, whereas Babel has uncharacteristically shown a bit of fight and desire. I also think we need to play Babel some matches if we're going to try and flog him in January.
But yeah, there's not much in it and I can't say I'm bothered either way.
Based on the last two games, Babel deserves to play the next game as much as Roy Hodgson deserves to be the coach/manager for the game.
[quote author=TheBunnyman link=topic=43110.msg1231125#msg1231125 date=1291909195]
Reina
Magic - Skrtel - Greek - Konchesky
Babel - Lucas - Ming - Maxi
Wash - Torres
I think we're gonna destroy them.
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???
In the premier league predictions there are only two people who think we are not going to win ..... you and Oncy have both forecast draws 😉
Reina
Magic - Skrtel - Greek - Konchesky
Babel - Lucas - Ming - Maxi
Wash - Torres
I think we're gonna destroy them.
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???
In the premier league predictions there are only two people who think we are not going to win ..... you and Oncy have both forecast draws 😉
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[quote author=Squiggles link=topic=43110.msg1231669#msg1231669 date=1291991616]
I think I would rather start Babel over N'gog, because he's in a good run of form - for him - and I think we should show a bit of faith.
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Wash got one goal and one assist in his last match, and is our top scorer this season. Why not show a bit of faith in him?
I agree Babel is the more talented player, but his record shows he's generally MUCH more effective as a substitute.
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The last match aside I think N'gog has been quite poor in the last few weeks, whereas Babel has uncharacteristically shown a bit of fight and desire. I also think we need to play Babel some matches if we're going to try and flog him in January.
But yeah, there's not much in it and I can't say I'm bothered either way.
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Seems simple really, regardless of whatever else he does on the pitch (and he does occasionally come up with some good stuff) N'Gog has scored 8 goals and that is pretty good by EPL scoring standards this season (especially so considering he doesn't start every match) and Babel (I am a critic and want him sold) deserves to start ahead of Kuyt on the right (could never understand Babel at LW anyway, Rafa with his square pegs and all that).
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[quote author=Squiggles link=topic=43110.msg1231669#msg1231669 date=1291991616]
I think I would rather start Babel over N'gog, because he's in a good run of form - for him - and I think we should show a bit of faith.
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Wash got one goal and one assist in his last match, and is our top scorer this season. Why not show a bit of faith in him?
I agree Babel is the more talented player, but his record shows he's generally MUCH more effective as a substitute.
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The last match aside I think N'gog has been quite poor in the last few weeks, whereas Babel has uncharacteristically shown a bit of fight and desire. I also think we need to play Babel some matches if we're going to try and flog him in January.
But yeah, there's not much in it and I can't say I'm bothered either way.
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Seems simple really, regardless of whatever else he does on the pitch (and he does occasionally come up with some good stuff) N'Gog has scored 8 goals and that is pretty good by EPL scoring standards this season (especially so considering he doesn't start every match) and Babel (I am a critic and want him sold) deserves to start ahead of Kuyt on the right (could never understand Babel at LW anyway, Rafa with his square pegs and all that).
In fairness to Rafa, Babel played at least as much on the left as he did up front during his time in Holland. But I'd agree he looks better suited to the right if he's going to play wide.
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In fairness to Rafa, Babel played at least as much on the left as he did up front during his time in Holland. But I'd agree he looks better suited to the right if he's going to play wide.
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I guess the issue is that we've got Glen Jo at right back who needs protecting, and with Babel there infront it could go one of two ways, we could pen the opposition back, or we could get raped all over the place.
In fairness to Rafa, Babel played at least as much on the left as he did up front during his time in Holland. But I'd agree he looks better suited to the right if he's going to play wide.
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I guess the issue is that we've got Glen Jo at right back who needs protecting, and with Babel there infront it could go one of two ways, we could pen the opposition back, or we could get raped all over the place.
Good point.
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