I've given up worrying about the apparent strength of a lineup ever since that time I raised an eyebrow at our starting XI for Wolves... right before we rinsed them 6-0.
I always begin the season imagining we might end up down there.
Don’t know how long it’s going to take me to shed the programming of my first 30 years following the Albion. :lol:
In fairness, if this is going to happen, I’m sure the club would prefer it done at the earliest opportunity. Pre-season is less disrupted and the financial landscape is clearer.
I can't see Man Utd realistically being drawn into a serious relegation struggle. However, the notion does give me an excuse to bring up this splendid piece from Barney Ronay in today's Guardian.
"Obviously Ruben Amorim is still fascinating, still locked in a managerial reign marked by highly...
Think there’s a little recency bias in some of the comments on here. He turned the match off the bench last week so it’s fresh in the memory but there have been several occasions where he has effectively been marked out of the game.
That’s not to say he wouldn’t be a huge loss. He has that...
Er... and Ali Mac.
Anyway, even if we don't make it to the UEFA Conference, let's be glass full up to the brim. The squad has gained vital experience this season and there is much to be optimistic about for the next. If we're not playing in Europe next season, then we've a great chance of...
First I wasn't going. Then, for a delicious 15 minutes yesterday afternoon, it looked like I was, then hasty travel plans being devised while at work fell through and I wasn't again.
And then that match happened. Doh! :lol: