Am i the only person on here who thinksthat ZZ in his last few games he played for us;
a, didnt look like he wanted to be here
b, looked too lightweight for this div (he doesnt tackle and always gets pushed off the ball).
c, didnt have any positive effect on our play
d, looked a shadow of the player he was for us in the premiership
I would rather see any of racon, shelvey, soars, bailey, spring or holland in front of him, not because they are better than him but because they would be more commited and determind at this time.
You're not alone. That's exactly what I think. ZZ was quite good when he first came but the minute he went off playing for China he lost all the sparkle and determination - as though he didn't want to get injured because the Olympic Games were more important for him. Unless he now is raring to go and give 100% for us (something I doubt) I'd be happy to see him to leave.
I am sure this will bring a response but if there is a weak link in Saturdays team I would say it was Kelly Youga and maybe ZZ could play there.
But in all seriousness if we are going to be in contention we are bound to get injuries and suspensions so we will need all the strength we can get in midfield so I am pleased ZZ is nearing full fitness (and hopefully Semedo). We will need to play for the full 90 mins in all our remaining games so I am sure Parkinsella can juggle depending on fitness and form.
I think its not so much who will change in the starting XI but more who drops off the bench. I am not sure it would make sense to have ZZ and Holland on the bench. I would have Randolph, Shelvey (for Dickson), Burton (for Kandol) and Sam for Soares/Spring and one of ZZ and Holland for the back 4 cover.
[cite]Posted By: Imissthepeanutman[/cite]I am sure this will bring a response but if there is a weak link in Saturdays team I would say it was Kelly Youga and maybe ZZ could play there.
Definitely the weakest link and I don't think Basey is an improvement overall. Would possibly look at playing Semedo there when he's fit. Shame McEveley got injured, more reliable than Youga and a better player than Basey.
I agree Sco. I dont know what the current injury situation is with McEveley but I dont think hes getting in the Derby starting XI. I would have him back again.
With Kandol,Soares,Murty and Ward as loanees I guess we only have room for 1 more in a starting XI. I hope we can keep Murty all season as well.
Henry - McEveley was suspended for the cup tie - picking up his 5th yellow card against Notts Forest - the game before Plymouth - three of his cards came when he was playing for us, otherwise I think he would have been in the starting line-up.
[cite]Posted By: Nadou[/cite]You're not alone. That's exactly what I think. ZZ was quite good when he first came but the minute he went off playing for China he lost all the sparkle and determination - as though he didn't want to get injured because the Olympic Games were more important for him. Unless he now is raring to go and give 100% for us (something I doubt) I'd be happy to see him to leave.
If he didn't want to be here, then he wouldn't be. He's had more than one opportunity to leave recently. He also turned down interest from PL clubs when he signed for us as the start of last season saying he had unfinished business and wanted to re-pay the faith the club showed in him.
IMHO he has that little bit of quality and class that we lack sometimes and could make a difference. Not saying he should go straight back into the team after saturday, but he'll be a useful over the rest of the season
Guys if ZZ comes in it will be a straight swap for Burton who is suspended for Saturday
It will be dicko and 4kandols upfront with ZZ on the Bench with Jonjo, to fill in to that roll just off of the striker, imo it will be either 4Kandol and ZZ or it will be Jonjo and Dicko if changes upfront need to be made
[cite]Posted By: nth london addick[/cite]It will be dicko and 4kandols upfront with Dicko on the Bench with Jonjo to fill in to that roll just off of either 4Kandol or it will be Jonjo and Dicko
[cite]Posted By: nth london addick[/cite]It will be dicko and 4kandols upfront with Dicko on the Bench with Jonjo to fill in to that roll just off of either 4Kandol or it will be Jonjo and Dicko
You what?!
too late i edited it before you posted my boss was lurking LOL
[cite]Posted By: Dazzler21[/cite]i'd like to see Jonjo and Dickson in the same game for once...
Midfield similar to last week but drom one of the 4 for Jonjo
I'd start with the winning team from last week but certainly have Jonjo on the bench with a view to playing with rather than instead of Dickson if needed.
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a, didnt look like he wanted to be here
b, looked too lightweight for this div (he doesnt tackle and always gets pushed off the ball).
c, didnt have any positive effect on our play
d, looked a shadow of the player he was for us in the premiership
I would rather see any of racon, shelvey, soars, bailey, spring or holland in front of him, not because they are better than him but because they would be more commited and determind at this time.
But in all seriousness if we are going to be in contention we are bound to get injuries and suspensions so we will need all the strength we can get in midfield so I am pleased ZZ is nearing full fitness (and hopefully Semedo). We will need to play for the full 90 mins in all our remaining games so I am sure Parkinsella can juggle depending on fitness and form.
I think its not so much who will change in the starting XI but more who drops off the bench. I am not sure it would make sense to have ZZ and Holland on the bench. I would have Randolph, Shelvey (for Dickson), Burton (for Kandol) and Sam for Soares/Spring and one of ZZ and Holland for the back 4 cover.
I wouldnt change Saturdays starting XI.
Definitely the weakest link and I don't think Basey is an improvement overall. Would possibly look at playing Semedo there when he's fit. Shame McEveley got injured, more reliable than Youga and a better player than Basey.
With Kandol,Soares,Murty and Ward as loanees I guess we only have room for 1 more in a starting XI. I hope we can keep Murty all season as well.
McEveley was suspended for the cup tie - picking up his 5th yellow card against Notts Forest - the game before Plymouth - three of his cards came when he was playing for us, otherwise I think he would have been in the starting line-up.
If he didn't want to be here, then he wouldn't be. He's had more than one opportunity to leave recently. He also turned down interest from PL clubs when he signed for us as the start of last season saying he had unfinished business and wanted to re-pay the faith the club showed in him.
IMHO he has that little bit of quality and class that we lack sometimes and could make a difference. Not saying he should go straight back into the team after saturday, but he'll be a useful over the rest of the season
I am also not convinced his heart is in it as far as Charlton goes. So bench for me.
It will be dicko and 4kandols upfront with ZZ on the Bench with Jonjo, to fill in to that roll just off of the striker, imo it will be either 4Kandol and ZZ or it will be Jonjo and Dicko if changes upfront need to be made
too late i edited it before you posted my boss was lurking LOL
Midfield similar to last week but drom one of the 4 for Jonjo
I'd start with the winning team from last week but certainly have Jonjo on the bench with a view to playing with rather than instead of Dickson if needed.