Team for Villa

[warmleyseagull]

under French law the funeral has to take place within 7 days.

Sounds a good idea. Wish we had this law, took nearly a month to organise a funeral for father in law,

 

[Wardy's twin]

You could well be right. It would be a bit harsh on Murphy though who was just about our best player at Bristol. I guess it depends if we need someone to run at their defence (Murphy) or deliver the killer crosses (Skalak) .

I'd be happy with either.

I think Skalak might be seen as harder working and better defensively than Murphy.

 

[hans kraay fan club]

I think Skalak might be seen as harder working and better defensively than Murphy.

Agreed. Adomah down that side is a threat - Skalak to get the nod, as he offers Bong more protection than Murphy.

Its a bit harsh on Murphy, but I also prefer, him on as sub for Jiri, than the opposite, as Murphy more likely to CHANGE a game, if we're not winning.

 

[BensGrandad]

I think that there is a reasonable chance of Pocognoli being on the bench in case of a threat from Adhomah as he could fill in with Bong easier than a natural wide man.

 

[Marshy]

Murphy much more suited for away fixtures in my opinion, bit more room to play in and hit on the counter with his pace.

Horses for courses with Skalak and Murphy, one thing is for sure though, they both will have to maintain good form with Solly being fit again to apply even more pressure.

 

[Notters]

They've already had the funeral. Looks like most of the squad was there. See AK's Twitter.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/37914763

 

[Wardy's twin]

Murphy much more suited for away fixtures in my opinion, bit more room to play in and hit on the counter with his pace.

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Last weekend he actually back to his attacking self, something which has been missing.

 

[Cowfold Seagull]

I don't think solly will be starting id keep it the same as just ease him back in with a little 20 mins

I agree. Madness to start him, and change the shape of the side after four straight wins.

He needs to be eased back in very slowly, a few minutes here, and a few more minutes there. He has been out for very nearly a year, and to rush him could be a very big mistake.

 

[portslade seagull]

If AK is fit then the only real headache for CH is Skalak or Murphy on the other wing?

Skalak simply because of his assist record to date and keep Murphy back

 

[sir albion]

As we're at home I'd prefer two speedy wingers and I'd start Murphy

 

[portslade seagull]

As we're at home I'd prefer two speedy wingers and I'd start Murphy

What about when Lua Lua is fit or has his time now gone

 

[sir albion]

What about when Lua Lua is fit or has his time now gone

Yeah finished

 

[dazzer6666]

What about when Lua Lua is fit or has his time now gone

4th choice winger....

Edit, until Rosenior is fit. Then 5th.

 

[Blue Valkyrie]

4th choice winger....

Edit, until Rosenior is fit. Then 5th.

5th choice already after Knockaert, Skalak, March and Murphy.

 

[dazzer6666]

5th choice already after Knockaert, Skalak, March and Murphy.

Yup, can't count

 

[portslade seagull]

Yeah finished

That's how I see it. To injury prone. Gone against him I'm afraid

 

[BensGrandad]

Cannot see Lua Lua figuring much even when fully fit so perhaps his days are numbered as we have many other options.

 

[Jbanged]

It's a shame it doesn't feel that long ago we couldn't wait for him to return from injury!
Shows how far this team has improved and grown!

 

[Sheebo]

I still think LuaLua could be an important impact sub. It may take an injury for him to get that chance but it was only a year or so ago he was quality again for us before that injury...

 

[goldstone]

-------------------- Stockdale --------------------
Bruno ------ Duffy --------- Dunk ------ Bong
Knockaert -- Stephens -- Sidwell -- March
--------------- Baldock -- Murray --------------

Subs: Maenpaa, Pocognoli, Goldson, Norwood, Skalak, Murphy, Hemed

Oh my. Also available (or nearly available) for selection: Hunt, Hunemeier, Ince, Towell, LuaLua, Manu.
Probably available for selection in December: Kayal.
Probably available for selection in January: Rosenior.
Probable extra recruitment for January: (at least) A N Other Striker.

We are looking strong. At present. The future might be different.

March did nowhere near enough on Tuesday evening to put himself in contention for a start against Villa