Alreet soft lads. Thought I'd drop in and say hello.
You are mostly very confident I see. I'd say its a pure 50/50. No favourite at all.
We go into it ok-ish. Obviously the season end was flat but beating what many seemed to think was an unbeatable (for us) Portsmouth has given us a boost. I think the poor season end was overplayed, with the Southend on last day especially being a nothing game for us.
We won't have Mcgeady of course and that is a blow. He might make the bench but he hasn't trained for a month and in the minutes he has played with the fractured foot, he's looked understandably off the pace.
But I'm still reasonably confident. Despite what some Sunderland fans think, personally I think this squad has good mental strength. The defense has been ok and although we are not high goalscoring, we can get one of two.
I think we will set up for a tight game. Can't see anything like a 3-3. Think your best opportunity against us is height and pace.
Despite all the talk of biggest budget in the league when you analyse our squad it's slow and small.
On the crowd front we are not convinced we will sell out. The checkatrade final seems to have blown everyone out in several ways. Money seems to be the main issue, and having already been there only weeks ago, there is not the same motivation to push the boat out again. It's only Tuesday though, they might have been sold by the end of the week. I'm not expecting the Trafalgar Square display again as many more are there and back in a day to save money. What it might help with though is the atmosphere, with everyone being completely ruined by time CT kicked off from the day before.
There won't be any trouble anyhow and there seems to be good relations between the two sets of fans.
Anyway, that's enough for now.
I certainly don't get the impression we're all very confident!
My impression of the 2 sides is that we're currently the better team, especially if McGeady is unfit, and in a non pressure match we'd win, but that the pressure of the occasion will be an equaliser, especially as you've already been to Wembley.
Alreet soft lads. Thought I'd drop in and say hello.
You are mostly very confident I see. I'd say its a pure 50/50. No favourite at all.
We go into it ok-ish. Obviously the season end was flat but beating what many seemed to think was an unbeatable (for us) Portsmouth has given us a boost. I think the poor season end was overplayed, with the Southend on last day especially being a nothing game for us.
We won't have Mcgeady of course and that is a blow. He might make the bench but he hasn't trained for a month and in the minutes he has played with the fractured foot, he's looked understandably off the pace.
But I'm still reasonably confident. Despite what some Sunderland fans think, personally I think this squad has good mental strength. The defense has been ok and although we are not high goalscoring, we can get one of two.
I think we will set up for a tight game. Can't see anything like a 3-3. Think your best opportunity against us is height and pace.
Despite all the talk of biggest budget in the league when you analyse our squad it's slow and small.
On the crowd front we are not convinced we will sell out. The checkatrade final seems to have blown everyone out in several ways. Money seems to be the main issue, and having already been there only weeks ago, there is not the same motivation to push the boat out again. It's only Tuesday though, they might have been sold by the end of the week. I'm not expecting the Trafalgar Square display again as many more are there and back in a day to save money. What it might help with though is the atmosphere, with everyone being completely ruined by time CT kicked off from the day before.
There won't be any trouble anyhow and there seems to be good relations between the two sets of fans.
Anyway, that's enough for now.
Bloody relieved by what you say about McGeady's chances of missing the game
Do you think your season has been ruined by the fact that Josh Maja left?
In the two games against Portsmouth I was shocked at how slow your players appear to be, correct assessment would you say or am I missing something?
Even though it's Charlton and we can never take anything for granted, my inner belief was building a real head of steam until last Friday. On the plus side we did enough and guts'd our way through, but Donny did a real number on us and sowed the seeds of doubt in my mind especially if as likely Jack Ross was paying attention.
See I think Donny was our danger game and we got the job done and can take confidence from that (I certainly have)
two legged affairs are completely different to a final and I fancy us to do it.
sunderland are no mugs and if we don’t show up, don’t play our own game, they’ll do us but I reckon 2-1 Charlton within 90 minutes
Alreet soft lads. Thought I'd drop in and say hello.
You are mostly very confident I see. I'd say its a pure 50/50. No favourite at all.
We go into it ok-ish. Obviously the season end was flat but beating what many seemed to think was an unbeatable (for us) Portsmouth has given us a boost. I think the poor season end was overplayed, with the Southend on last day especially being a nothing game for us.
We won't have Mcgeady of course and that is a blow. He might make the bench but he hasn't trained for a month and in the minutes he has played with the fractured foot, he's looked understandably off the pace.
But I'm still reasonably confident. Despite what some Sunderland fans think, personally I think this squad has good mental strength. The defense has been ok and although we are not high goalscoring, we can get one of two.
I think we will set up for a tight game. Can't see anything like a 3-3. Think your best opportunity against us is height and pace.
Despite all the talk of biggest budget in the league when you analyse our squad it's slow and small.
On the crowd front we are not convinced we will sell out. The checkatrade final seems to have blown everyone out in several ways. Money seems to be the main issue, and having already been there only weeks ago, there is not the same motivation to push the boat out again. It's only Tuesday though, they might have been sold by the end of the week. I'm not expecting the Trafalgar Square display again as many more are there and back in a day to save money. What it might help with though is the atmosphere, with everyone being completely ruined by time CT kicked off from the day before.
There won't be any trouble anyhow and there seems to be good relations between the two sets of fans.
Anyway, that's enough for now.
I don’t think we are confident, just desperate. The best chance we have got in getting rid of our shit owner lies in promotion.
If we fail, most of our squad is off and probably our manager. We got lucky with Bows, but that is not going to happen again anytime soon. With no money we will be in shit. Don’t forget, we have not spent a £ this season and sold Konsa and Grant.
We have to believe. We believe in the team and Bows. Not believing ends in lunacy.
It is not arrogance to say we need it more than you. We do.
I am from Newcastle originally so hate Sunderland. It’s traditional Geordie v Mackem rivalary. And I am fed up of them thinking they are entitled to win.
To be fair and honest I think we will struggle against Sunderland especially if they have Mcgeedy available to play. I hope I’m wrong but I can see a Sunderland 3-1 win
I take it you haven't seen much of us this season! Yes we can lose, but overall we have the better players. better players all over the pitch.
I am a season ticket holder but I have just joined this forum - I have missed about 4 games due to work commitments. i have witnessed some good games but also witnessed a lot of below average games. Sunday’s game will all be about what mind set we have as a team and can we manage the big game atmosphere. Sunderland have more experience in that department than we do, especially with the crowds they get and the recent visit to Wembley. I’m not expecting an easy win or even a win at all.
Of course you are.
I'd guess you've been on 'Ready to Go' for years though.
EDIT: If you want to come on here pretending to be an Addick, then I suggest you don't use the same user name you use on RtG.
Even though it's Charlton and we can never take anything for granted, my inner belief was building a real head of steam until last Friday. On the plus side we did enough and guts'd our way through, but Donny did a real number on us and sowed the seeds of doubt in my mind especially if as likely Jack Ross was paying attention.
And no doubt Bowyer was paying attention to. No repeat of friday. We will win.
First of all thanks to those on here who’ve been in the main very complimentary about ourselves.
Can honestly say I’ve never met a Charlton fan in real life but the games I’ve attended when the two sides have met you all seemed a canny bunch. The one that sticks out to me is the 1st game under McCarthy in our 15 point season when Bent scored.
Wasn’t there for the 4-4. My dad deigned to leave 8 year old me at home probably so he could enjoy himself more. I watched it at home. I cried. I watched it on vhs more times than I can count since though... can’t attend this one either as my financial situation is shot due to getting married 6 days later.
On Sunday I can see one of two things happening. We keep it tight and then one bit of quality probably from Maguire, Taylor or made of crisps Jonny Williams settles it. Or the game opens up, several goals and probably goes to pens or something. Our Netflix doc makers already have their narrative so I’m praying for the first option with us coming out on top.
Alreet soft lads. Thought I'd drop in and say hello.
You are mostly very confident I see. I'd say its a pure 50/50. No favourite at all.
We go into it ok-ish. Obviously the season end was flat but beating what many seemed to think was an unbeatable (for us) Portsmouth has given us a boost. I think the poor season end was overplayed, with the Southend on last day especially being a nothing game for us.
We won't have Mcgeady of course and that is a blow. He might make the bench but he hasn't trained for a month and in the minutes he has played with the fractured foot, he's looked understandably off the pace.
But I'm still reasonably confident. Despite what some Sunderland fans think, personally I think this squad has good mental strength. The defense has been ok and although we are not high goalscoring, we can get one of two.
I think we will set up for a tight game. Can't see anything like a 3-3. Think your best opportunity against us is height and pace.
Despite all the talk of biggest budget in the league when you analyse our squad it's slow and small.
On the crowd front we are not convinced we will sell out. The checkatrade final seems to have blown everyone out in several ways. Money seems to be the main issue, and having already been there only weeks ago, there is not the same motivation to push the boat out again. It's only Tuesday though, they might have been sold by the end of the week. I'm not expecting the Trafalgar Square display again as many more are there and back in a day to save money. What it might help with though is the atmosphere, with everyone being completely ruined by time CT kicked off from the day before.
There won't be any trouble anyhow and there seems to be good relations between the two sets of fans.
Anyway, that's enough for now.
I certainly don't get the impression we're all very confident!
My impression of the 2 sides is that we're currently the better team, especially if McGeady is unfit, and in a non pressure match we'd win, but that the pressure of the occasion will be an equaliser, especially as you've already been to Wembley.
We’ve not won at Wembley for 44 years if I remember correctly. Think there have been 5 visits since ‘73.
First of all thanks to those on here who’ve been in the main very complimentary about ourselves.
Can honestly say I’ve never met a Charlton fan in real life but the games I’ve attended when the two sides have met you all seemed a canny bunch. The one that sticks out to me is the 1st game under McCarthy in our 15 point season when Bent scored.
Wasn’t there for the 4-4. My dad deigned to leave 8 year old me at home probably so he could enjoy himself more. I watched it at home. I cried. I watched it on vhs more times than I can count since though... can’t attend this one either as my financial situation is shot due to getting married 6 days later.
On Sunday I can see one of two things happening. We keep it tight and then one bit of quality probably from Maguire, Taylor or made of crisps Jonny Williams settles it. Or the game opens up, several goals and probably goes to pens or something. Our Netflix doc makers already have their narrative so I’m praying for the first option with us coming out on top.
I am from Newcastle originally so hate Sunderland. It’s traditional Geordie v Mackem rivalary. And I am fed up of them thinking they are entitled to win.
To be fair and honest I think we will struggle against Sunderland especially if they have Mcgeedy available to play. I hope I’m wrong but I can see a Sunderland 3-1 win
I take it you haven't seen much of us this season! Yes we can lose, but overall we have the better players. better players all over the pitch.
I am a season ticket holder but I have just joined this forum - I have missed about 4 games due to work commitments. i have witnessed some good games but also witnessed a lot of below average games. Sunday’s game will all be about what mind set we have as a team and can we manage the big game atmosphere. Sunderland have more experience in that department than we do, especially with the crowds they get and the recent visit to Wembley. I’m not expecting an easy win or even a win at all.
Of course you are.
I'd guess you've been on 'Ready to Go' for years though.
EDIT: If you want to come on here pretending to be an Addick, then I suggest you don't use the same user name you use on RtG.
Are you jealous because I’m more of a proper fan than you. i bet you only turned out on Friday gone and Sunday coming - I’ve come across many of your type
First of all thanks to those on here who’ve been in the main very complimentary about ourselves.
Can honestly say I’ve never met a Charlton fan in real life but the games I’ve attended when the two sides have met you all seemed a canny bunch. The one that sticks out to me is the 1st game under McCarthy in our 15 point season when Bent scored.
Wasn’t there for the 4-4. My dad deigned to leave 8 year old me at home probably so he could enjoy himself more. I watched it at home. I cried. I watched it on vhs more times than I can count since though... can’t attend this one either as my financial situation is shot due to getting married 6 days later.
On Sunday I can see one of two things happening. We keep it tight and then one bit of quality probably from Maguire, Taylor or made of crisps Jonny Williams settles it. Or the game opens up, several goals and probably goes to pens or something. Our Netflix doc makers already have their narrative so I’m praying for the first option with us coming out on top.
Game aside, all the best.
If she’s not letting you go, I can give you some advice on what to do?
seriously though, congratulations on the forthcoming nuptials
Alreet soft lads. Thought I'd drop in and say hello.
You are mostly very confident I see. I'd say its a pure 50/50. No favourite at all.
We go into it ok-ish. Obviously the season end was flat but beating what many seemed to think was an unbeatable (for us) Portsmouth has given us a boost. I think the poor season end was overplayed, with the Southend on last day especially being a nothing game for us.
We won't have Mcgeady of course and that is a blow. He might make the bench but he hasn't trained for a month and in the minutes he has played with the fractured foot, he's looked understandably off the pace.
But I'm still reasonably confident. Despite what some Sunderland fans think, personally I think this squad has good mental strength. The defense has been ok and although we are not high goalscoring, we can get one of two.
I think we will set up for a tight game. Can't see anything like a 3-3. Think your best opportunity against us is height and pace.
Despite all the talk of biggest budget in the league when you analyse our squad it's slow and small.
On the crowd front we are not convinced we will sell out. The checkatrade final seems to have blown everyone out in several ways. Money seems to be the main issue, and having already been there only weeks ago, there is not the same motivation to push the boat out again. It's only Tuesday though, they might have been sold by the end of the week. I'm not expecting the Trafalgar Square display again as many more are there and back in a day to save money. What it might help with though is the atmosphere, with everyone being completely ruined by time CT kicked off from the day before.
There won't be any trouble anyhow and there seems to be good relations between the two sets of fans.
Anyway, that's enough for now.
Bloody relieved by what you say about McGeady's chances of missing the game
Do you think your season has been ruined by the fact that Josh Maja left?
In the two games against Portsmouth I was shocked at how slow your players appear to be, correct assessment would you say or am I missing something?
On Maja, it certainly hasn’t helped.
Slow? Yes. They are.
This is probably why Watmore is making squads despite being nowhere near fit.
I am from Newcastle originally so hate Sunderland. It’s traditional Geordie v Mackem rivalary. And I am fed up of them thinking they are entitled to win.
To be fair and honest I think we will struggle against Sunderland especially if they have Mcgeedy available to play. I hope I’m wrong but I can see a Sunderland 3-1 win
I take it you haven't seen much of us this season! Yes we can lose, but overall we have the better players. better players all over the pitch.
I am a season ticket holder but I have just joined this forum - I have missed about 4 games due to work commitments. i have witnessed some good games but also witnessed a lot of below average games. Sunday’s game will all be about what mind set we have as a team and can we manage the big game atmosphere. Sunderland have more experience in that department than we do, especially with the crowds they get and the recent visit to Wembley. I’m not expecting an easy win or even a win at all.
Of course you are.
I'd guess you've been on 'Ready to Go' for years though.
EDIT: If you want to come on here pretending to be an Addick, then I suggest you don't use the same user name you use on RtG.
Are you jealous because I’m more of a proper fan than you. i bet you only turned out on Friday gone and Sunday coming - I’ve come across many of your type
I think you've been well and truly been sussed out mate, the clock is ticking.
First of all thanks to those on here who’ve been in the main very complimentary about ourselves.
Can honestly say I’ve never met a Charlton fan in real life but the games I’ve attended when the two sides have met you all seemed a canny bunch. The one that sticks out to me is the 1st game under McCarthy in our 15 point season when Bent scored.
Wasn’t there for the 4-4. My dad deigned to leave 8 year old me at home probably so he could enjoy himself more. I watched it at home. I cried. I watched it on vhs more times than I can count since though... can’t attend this one either as my financial situation is shot due to getting married 6 days later.
On Sunday I can see one of two things happening. We keep it tight and then one bit of quality probably from Maguire, Taylor or made of crisps Jonny Williams settles it. Or the game opens up, several goals and probably goes to pens or something. Our Netflix doc makers already have their narrative so I’m praying for the first option with us coming out on top.
Game aside, all the best.
If she’s not letting you go, I can give you some advice on what to do?
seriously though, congratulations on the forthcoming nuptials
Nah nothing to do with not letting me go mate. As people have mentioned earlier the cost of going down, beer, ticket etc is just out of my price range at present. I managed to spend £300 when we played City a few year back.
Alreet soft lads. Thought I'd drop in and say hello.
You are mostly very confident I see. I'd say its a pure 50/50. No favourite at all.
We go into it ok-ish. Obviously the season end was flat but beating what many seemed to think was an unbeatable (for us) Portsmouth has given us a boost. I think the poor season end was overplayed, with the Southend on last day especially being a nothing game for us.
We won't have Mcgeady of course and that is a blow. He might make the bench but he hasn't trained for a month and in the minutes he has played with the fractured foot, he's looked understandably off the pace.
But I'm still reasonably confident. Despite what some Sunderland fans think, personally I think this squad has good mental strength. The defense has been ok and although we are not high goalscoring, we can get one of two.
I think we will set up for a tight game. Can't see anything like a 3-3. Think your best opportunity against us is height and pace.
Despite all the talk of biggest budget in the league when you analyse our squad it's slow and small.
On the crowd front we are not convinced we will sell out. The checkatrade final seems to have blown everyone out in several ways. Money seems to be the main issue, and having already been there only weeks ago, there is not the same motivation to push the boat out again. It's only Tuesday though, they might have been sold by the end of the week. I'm not expecting the Trafalgar Square display again as many more are there and back in a day to save money. What it might help with though is the atmosphere, with everyone being completely ruined by time CT kicked off from the day before.
There won't be any trouble anyhow and there seems to be good relations between the two sets of fans.
Anyway, that's enough for now.
Bloody relieved by what you say about McGeady's chances of missing the game
Do you think your season has been ruined by the fact that Josh Maja left?
In the two games against Portsmouth I was shocked at how slow your players appear to be, correct assessment would you say or am I missing something?
One of our biggest weaknesses is the four players who tend to be used in the two central midfield spaces at various times (Cattermole, Leadbitter, McGeough and Power) are all much of a muchness. None of them are especially athletic, Power seems the fastest by virtue of youth alone. They’re all about 5’10/5’11. Loads of games this season you can see we’ve been crying out for a proper athlete in midfield.
Our centre halves are even slower. Flanagan, who is very much our first choice, turns slower than a battleship.
Alreet soft lads. Thought I'd drop in and say hello.
You are mostly very confident I see. I'd say its a pure 50/50. No favourite at all.
We go into it ok-ish. Obviously the season end was flat but beating what many seemed to think was an unbeatable (for us) Portsmouth has given us a boost. I think the poor season end was overplayed, with the Southend on last day especially being a nothing game for us.
We won't have Mcgeady of course and that is a blow. He might make the bench but he hasn't trained for a month and in the minutes he has played with the fractured foot, he's looked understandably off the pace.
But I'm still reasonably confident. Despite what some Sunderland fans think, personally I think this squad has good mental strength. The defense has been ok and although we are not high goalscoring, we can get one of two.
I think we will set up for a tight game. Can't see anything like a 3-3. Think your best opportunity against us is height and pace.
Despite all the talk of biggest budget in the league when you analyse our squad it's slow and small.
On the crowd front we are not convinced we will sell out. The checkatrade final seems to have blown everyone out in several ways. Money seems to be the main issue, and having already been there only weeks ago, there is not the same motivation to push the boat out again. It's only Tuesday though, they might have been sold by the end of the week. I'm not expecting the Trafalgar Square display again as many more are there and back in a day to save money. What it might help with though is the atmosphere, with everyone being completely ruined by time CT kicked off from the day before.
There won't be any trouble anyhow and there seems to be good relations between the two sets of fans.
Anyway, that's enough for now.
Bloody relieved by what you say about McGeady's chances of missing the game
Do you think your season has been ruined by the fact that Josh Maja left?
In the two games against Portsmouth I was shocked at how slow your players appear to be, correct assessment would you say or am I missing something?
I think our problem has been buying injured strikers.
Wyke was injured and is only looking match fit now. Grigg has been very poor, but again he was injured when we bought him. I don't think he's anywhere near fit and my reading of his body language is that he doesn't want to play injured.
Maja had an uncanny knack if finding bottom corner every time.
We've not looked that threatening all season in my opinion. I reckon my son u10 team break faster than Sunderland.
Alreet soft lads. Thought I'd drop in and say hello.
You are mostly very confident I see. I'd say its a pure 50/50. No favourite at all.
We go into it ok-ish. Obviously the season end was flat but beating what many seemed to think was an unbeatable (for us) Portsmouth has given us a boost. I think the poor season end was overplayed, with the Southend on last day especially being a nothing game for us.
We won't have Mcgeady of course and that is a blow. He might make the bench but he hasn't trained for a month and in the minutes he has played with the fractured foot, he's looked understandably off the pace.
But I'm still reasonably confident. Despite what some Sunderland fans think, personally I think this squad has good mental strength. The defense has been ok and although we are not high goalscoring, we can get one of two.
I think we will set up for a tight game. Can't see anything like a 3-3. Think your best opportunity against us is height and pace.
Despite all the talk of biggest budget in the league when you analyse our squad it's slow and small.
On the crowd front we are not convinced we will sell out. The checkatrade final seems to have blown everyone out in several ways. Money seems to be the main issue, and having already been there only weeks ago, there is not the same motivation to push the boat out again. It's only Tuesday though, they might have been sold by the end of the week. I'm not expecting the Trafalgar Square display again as many more are there and back in a day to save money. What it might help with though is the atmosphere, with everyone being completely ruined by time CT kicked off from the day before.
There won't be any trouble anyhow and there seems to be good relations between the two sets of fans.
Anyway, that's enough for now.
Bloody relieved by what you say about McGeady's chances of missing the game
Do you think your season has been ruined by the fact that Josh Maja left?
In the two games against Portsmouth I was shocked at how slow your players appear to be, correct assessment would you say or am I missing something?
I think our problem has been buying injured strikers.
Wyke was injured and is only looking match fit now. Grigg has been very poor, but again he was injured when we bought him. I don't think he's anywhere near fit and my reading of his body language is that he doesn't want to play injured.
Maja had an uncanny knack if finding bottom corner every time.
We've not looked that threatening all season in my opinion. I reckon my son u10 team break faster than Sunderland.
Wyke has looked a handful at times since he’s been fit but ultimately lacks quality.
Maja should not not have been scoring the goals he was by rights. He was either the best finisher in the world or on a lucky streak. I know what my money is on - he hasn’t torn up trees in France.
Alreet soft lads. Thought I'd drop in and say hello.
You are mostly very confident I see. I'd say its a pure 50/50. No favourite at all.
We go into it ok-ish. Obviously the season end was flat but beating what many seemed to think was an unbeatable (for us) Portsmouth has given us a boost. I think the poor season end was overplayed, with the Southend on last day especially being a nothing game for us.
We won't have Mcgeady of course and that is a blow. He might make the bench but he hasn't trained for a month and in the minutes he has played with the fractured foot, he's looked understandably off the pace.
But I'm still reasonably confident. Despite what some Sunderland fans think, personally I think this squad has good mental strength. The defense has been ok and although we are not high goalscoring, we can get one of two.
I think we will set up for a tight game. Can't see anything like a 3-3. Think your best opportunity against us is height and pace.
Despite all the talk of biggest budget in the league when you analyse our squad it's slow and small.
On the crowd front we are not convinced we will sell out. The checkatrade final seems to have blown everyone out in several ways. Money seems to be the main issue, and having already been there only weeks ago, there is not the same motivation to push the boat out again. It's only Tuesday though, they might have been sold by the end of the week. I'm not expecting the Trafalgar Square display again as many more are there and back in a day to save money. What it might help with though is the atmosphere, with everyone being completely ruined by time CT kicked off from the day before.
There won't be any trouble anyhow and there seems to be good relations between the two sets of fans.
Anyway, that's enough for now.
Bloody relieved by what you say about McGeady's chances of missing the game
Do you think your season has been ruined by the fact that Josh Maja left?
In the two games against Portsmouth I was shocked at how slow your players appear to be, correct assessment would you say or am I missing something?
I think our problem has been buying injured strikers.
Wyke was injured and is only looking match fit now. Grigg has been very poor, but again he was injured when we bought him. I don't think he's anywhere near fit and my reading of his body language is that he doesn't want to play injured.
Maja had an uncanny knack if finding bottom corner every time.
We've not looked that threatening all season in my opinion. I reckon my son u10 team break faster than Sunderland.
Both of us screwed up in January
We both sold pacy, in form strikers. We didn't replace Grant properly (and definitely dropped points in Jan/Feb as a result) while you had money but weren't able to bring anyone in, until (to an outsider) it seems that you panicked and paid an inflated fee for Grigg.
Even though it's Charlton and we can never take anything for granted, my inner belief was building a real head of steam until last Friday. On the plus side we did enough and guts'd our way through, but Donny did a real number on us and sowed the seeds of doubt in my mind especially if as likely Jack Ross was paying attention.
And no doubt Bowyer was paying attention to. .
That's what I'm counting on. I think Bows has some big decisions to make; does he introduce one or 2 more experienced players into the starting 11? Does he go with midfield diamond etc?
Alreet soft lads. Thought I'd drop in and say hello.
You are mostly very confident I see. I'd say its a pure 50/50. No favourite at all.
We go into it ok-ish. Obviously the season end was flat but beating what many seemed to think was an unbeatable (for us) Portsmouth has given us a boost. I think the poor season end was overplayed, with the Southend on last day especially being a nothing game for us.
We won't have Mcgeady of course and that is a blow. He might make the bench but he hasn't trained for a month and in the minutes he has played with the fractured foot, he's looked understandably off the pace.
But I'm still reasonably confident. Despite what some Sunderland fans think, personally I think this squad has good mental strength. The defense has been ok and although we are not high goalscoring, we can get one of two.
I think we will set up for a tight game. Can't see anything like a 3-3. Think your best opportunity against us is height and pace.
Despite all the talk of biggest budget in the league when you analyse our squad it's slow and small.
On the crowd front we are not convinced we will sell out. The checkatrade final seems to have blown everyone out in several ways. Money seems to be the main issue, and having already been there only weeks ago, there is not the same motivation to push the boat out again. It's only Tuesday though, they might have been sold by the end of the week. I'm not expecting the Trafalgar Square display again as many more are there and back in a day to save money. What it might help with though is the atmosphere, with everyone being completely ruined by time CT kicked off from the day before.
There won't be any trouble anyhow and there seems to be good relations between the two sets of fans.
Anyway, that's enough for now.
Bloody relieved by what you say about McGeady's chances of missing the game
Do you think your season has been ruined by the fact that Josh Maja left?
In the two games against Portsmouth I was shocked at how slow your players appear to be, correct assessment would you say or am I missing something?
One of our biggest weaknesses is the four players who tend to be used in the two central midfield spaces at various times (Cattermole, Leadbitter, McGeough and Power) are all much of a muchness. None of them are especially athletic, Power seems the fastest by virtue of youth alone. They’re all about 5’10/5’11. Loads of games this season you can see we’ve been crying out for a proper athlete in midfield.
Our centre halves are even slower. Flanagan, who is very much our first choice, turns slower than a battleship.
Flanagan doesn't look like he'd be strong enough to be a centre back, looks quite scrawny but I guess that can be deceiving.
Other than McGeady and Maguire what creative players do you have?
Alreet soft lads. Thought I'd drop in and say hello.
You are mostly very confident I see. I'd say its a pure 50/50. No favourite at all.
We go into it ok-ish. Obviously the season end was flat but beating what many seemed to think was an unbeatable (for us) Portsmouth has given us a boost. I think the poor season end was overplayed, with the Southend on last day especially being a nothing game for us.
We won't have Mcgeady of course and that is a blow. He might make the bench but he hasn't trained for a month and in the minutes he has played with the fractured foot, he's looked understandably off the pace.
But I'm still reasonably confident. Despite what some Sunderland fans think, personally I think this squad has good mental strength. The defense has been ok and although we are not high goalscoring, we can get one of two.
I think we will set up for a tight game. Can't see anything like a 3-3. Think your best opportunity against us is height and pace.
Despite all the talk of biggest budget in the league when you analyse our squad it's slow and small.
On the crowd front we are not convinced we will sell out. The checkatrade final seems to have blown everyone out in several ways. Money seems to be the main issue, and having already been there only weeks ago, there is not the same motivation to push the boat out again. It's only Tuesday though, they might have been sold by the end of the week. I'm not expecting the Trafalgar Square display again as many more are there and back in a day to save money. What it might help with though is the atmosphere, with everyone being completely ruined by time CT kicked off from the day before.
There won't be any trouble anyhow and there seems to be good relations between the two sets of fans.
Anyway, that's enough for now.
Bloody relieved by what you say about McGeady's chances of missing the game
Do you think your season has been ruined by the fact that Josh Maja left?
In the two games against Portsmouth I was shocked at how slow your players appear to be, correct assessment would you say or am I missing something?
One of our biggest weaknesses is the four players who tend to be used in the two central midfield spaces at various times (Cattermole, Leadbitter, McGeough and Power) are all much of a muchness. None of them are especially athletic, Power seems the fastest by virtue of youth alone. They’re all about 5’10/5’11. Loads of games this season you can see we’ve been crying out for a proper athlete in midfield.
Our centre halves are even slower. Flanagan, who is very much our first choice, turns slower than a battleship.
Flanagan doesn't look like he'd be strong enough to be a centre back, looks quite scrawny but I guess that can be deceiving.
Other than McGeady and Maguire what creative players do you have?
Morgan, Leadbitter from set pieces, then failing that probably Oviedo
I am from Newcastle originally so hate Sunderland. It’s traditional Geordie v Mackem rivalary. And I am fed up of them thinking they are entitled to win.
To be fair and honest I think we will struggle against Sunderland especially if they have Mcgeedy available to play. I hope I’m wrong but I can see a Sunderland 3-1 win
I take it you haven't seen much of us this season! Yes we can lose, but overall we have the better players. better players all over the pitch.
I am a season ticket holder but I have just joined this forum - I have missed about 4 games due to work commitments. i have witnessed some good games but also witnessed a lot of below average games. Sunday’s game will all be about what mind set we have as a team and can we manage the big game atmosphere. Sunderland have more experience in that department than we do, especially with the crowds they get and the recent visit to Wembley. I’m not expecting an easy win or even a win at all.
Of course you are.
I'd guess you've been on 'Ready to Go' for years though.
EDIT: If you want to come on here pretending to be an Addick, then I suggest you don't use the same user name you use on RtG.
Are you jealous because I’m more of a proper fan than you. i bet you only turned out on Friday gone and Sunday coming - I’ve come across many of your type
The message board world has some strange people post on them.
Alreet soft lads. Thought I'd drop in and say hello.
You are mostly very confident I see. I'd say its a pure 50/50. No favourite at all.
We go into it ok-ish. Obviously the season end was flat but beating what many seemed to think was an unbeatable (for us) Portsmouth has given us a boost. I think the poor season end was overplayed, with the Southend on last day especially being a nothing game for us.
We won't have Mcgeady of course and that is a blow. He might make the bench but he hasn't trained for a month and in the minutes he has played with the fractured foot, he's looked understandably off the pace.
But I'm still reasonably confident. Despite what some Sunderland fans think, personally I think this squad has good mental strength. The defense has been ok and although we are not high goalscoring, we can get one of two.
I think we will set up for a tight game. Can't see anything like a 3-3. Think your best opportunity against us is height and pace.
Despite all the talk of biggest budget in the league when you analyse our squad it's slow and small.
On the crowd front we are not convinced we will sell out. The checkatrade final seems to have blown everyone out in several ways. Money seems to be the main issue, and having already been there only weeks ago, there is not the same motivation to push the boat out again. It's only Tuesday though, they might have been sold by the end of the week. I'm not expecting the Trafalgar Square display again as many more are there and back in a day to save money. What it might help with though is the atmosphere, with everyone being completely ruined by time CT kicked off from the day before.
There won't be any trouble anyhow and there seems to be good relations between the two sets of fans.
Anyway, that's enough for now.
Bloody relieved by what you say about McGeady's chances of missing the game
Do you think your season has been ruined by the fact that Josh Maja left?
In the two games against Portsmouth I was shocked at how slow your players appear to be, correct assessment would you say or am I missing something?
One of our biggest weaknesses is the four players who tend to be used in the two central midfield spaces at various times (Cattermole, Leadbitter, McGeough and Power) are all much of a muchness. None of them are especially athletic, Power seems the fastest by virtue of youth alone. They’re all about 5’10/5’11. Loads of games this season you can see we’ve been crying out for a proper athlete in midfield.
Our centre halves are even slower. Flanagan, who is very much our first choice, turns slower than a battleship.
Flanagan doesn't look like he'd be strong enough to be a centre back, looks quite scrawny but I guess that can be deceiving.
Other than McGeady and Maguire what creative players do you have?
Virtually none who can have (or are allowed to within our system) a massive influence on the game. Honeyman and Gooch are used in attacking roles but neither are anything special. They both work hard but ultimately very limited footballers who are riding on being academy products.
As mentioned as well, Oviedo is actually a very, very good player but we haven’t seen much of him this season.
Sunderland's goals will come from long range efforts. Really cannot see them troubling us beyond that. They do have some lads who are tidy from outside the box.
All the tactics seem to go out the window in the play offs , well they did in 98. I think we'd gone 7 or 8 games without conceding a goal before the final and felt if we scored we'd win. What happens 4-4
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My impression of the 2 sides is that we're currently the better team, especially if McGeady is unfit, and in a non pressure match we'd win, but that the pressure of the occasion will be an equaliser, especially as you've already been to Wembley.
Do you think your season has been ruined by the fact that Josh Maja left?
In the two games against Portsmouth I was shocked at how slow your players appear to be, correct assessment would you say or am I missing something?
two legged affairs are completely different to a final and I fancy us to do it.
sunderland are no mugs and if we don’t show up, don’t play our own game, they’ll do us but I reckon 2-1 Charlton within 90 minutes
If we fail, most of our squad is off and probably our manager. We got lucky with Bows, but that is not going to happen again anytime soon. With no money we will be in shit. Don’t forget, we have not spent a £ this season and sold Konsa and Grant.
We have to believe. We believe in the team and Bows. Not believing ends in lunacy.
It is not arrogance to say we need it more than you. We do.
Can honestly say I’ve never met a Charlton fan in real life but the games I’ve attended when the two sides have met you all seemed a canny bunch. The one that sticks out to me is the 1st game under McCarthy in our 15 point season when Bent scored.
Wasn’t there for the 4-4. My dad deigned to leave 8 year old me at home probably so he could enjoy himself more. I watched it at home. I cried. I watched it on vhs more times than I can count since though... can’t attend this one either as my financial situation is shot due to getting married 6 days later.
On Sunday I can see one of two things happening. We keep it tight and then one bit of quality probably from Maguire, Taylor or made of crisps Jonny Williams settles it. Or the game opens up, several goals and probably goes to pens or something. Our Netflix doc makers already have their narrative so I’m praying for the first option with us coming out on top.
Game aside, all the best.
i bet you only turned out on Friday gone and Sunday coming - I’ve come across many of your type
seriously though, congratulations on the forthcoming nuptials
Slow? Yes. They are.
This is probably why Watmore is making squads despite being nowhere near fit.
@Yeltas trolling away poorly though, Nick jealous blah blaj, turn it in mate.
Thanks
Our centre halves are even slower. Flanagan, who is very much our first choice, turns slower than a battleship.
I think our problem has been buying injured strikers.
Wyke was injured and is only looking match fit now.
Grigg has been very poor, but again he was injured when we bought him. I don't think he's anywhere near fit and my reading of his body language is that he doesn't want to play injured.
Maja had an uncanny knack if finding bottom corner every time.
We've not looked that threatening all season in my opinion. I reckon my son u10 team break faster than Sunderland.
Wyke has looked a handful at times since he’s been fit but ultimately lacks quality.
Maja should not not have been scoring the goals he was by rights. He was either the best finisher in the world or on a lucky streak. I know what my money is on - he hasn’t torn up trees in France.
We both sold pacy, in form strikers. We didn't replace Grant properly (and definitely dropped points in Jan/Feb as a result) while you had money but weren't able to bring anyone in, until (to an outsider) it seems that you panicked and paid an inflated fee for Grigg.
I think Bows has some big decisions to make; does he introduce one or 2 more experienced players into the starting 11? Does he go with midfield diamond etc?
Other than McGeady and Maguire what creative players do you have?
Virtually none who can have (or are allowed to within our system) a massive influence on the game. Honeyman and Gooch are used in attacking roles but neither are anything special. They both work hard but ultimately very limited footballers who are riding on being academy products.
As mentioned as well, Oviedo is actually a very, very good player but we haven’t seen much of him this season.