02 Sep 2018 09:25:51
So today already has turned into a must win match, defeat and we are 9 behind the lead already. Liverpool, City and Chelsea look relentless atm, could add spurs into that category today also. This could be a tough season playing catch up, we will need to galvanise and start beating the so called lesser teams starting today.
02 Sep 2018 12:13:01
Wrd, you're right, but the season has gone now, if we lose today, then top4 is going to be a big ask. Thr 4 teams you mentioned are all in excellent form and are very good teams. The title was never going to happen despite all the blind optimism from some of the posters on this sight.
Our central defence is shambolic. Our midfield lacks creation. And we have no balance in attack.
It is criminal that we've spent over £400m and we're still in this state.
Blame it on the owners, managers or whoever you want, but the honest assessment, is that our team is nowhere near ready to challenge for the title. In addition, i don't think the club has moved on since Fergie's retirement and we don't seem to have a plan going forward. Time will tell, but our manager has already warned it's going to be a long and hard season.
02 Sep 2018 13:01:01
The season has gone now? If we lose today, top 4 is a big ask?
A bit of an overreaction there AAA. Unless you have a crystal ball.
This is basically the same team that finished 2nd last year.
The hyberpole is incredible on here sometimes.
02 Sep 2018 13:21:35
Angel I think he says that because the other mentioned teams look ruthless. They have improved in terms of signings as well. They have a particular style and they have bought players for that particular type of play. The so called lower teams are vary of that and usually have a negative mentality of approaching the match against these teams. On the other hand we have just bought random players over the past few seasons and are unable to move on some other unwanted players. Teams we face have a game plan in present conditions would be full of confidence.
02 Sep 2018 15:33:10
Sailor, I am aware at what he meant but after three games to basically write off any chance of titles/ cups and top4, I think it really is ridiculous.
02 Sep 2018 19:17:10
Agreed Angel. Loads of time to go. Jose should go with his instincts and play how he wants us to play, Not how we think we should.
Fully back him or sack him, it’s the only way. I’d be amazed if we don’t sign Alderweireld in January.
02 Sep 2018 22:58:38
Totally right Sailor. Finishing 2nd is nothing as we were 19 points behibd the team that finished first.
I maintain that top4 will be a struggle this year.