Chelsea vs QPR (PL) 29/04/12 KO: 13:30 BST
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TrojanMan
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I expect a fair amount of squad rotation, for the sake of both fitness and focus.
As fantastic as we've been since RDM took over, our league form is still just 3-3-1 (I believe). Unbeaten in the FA Cup and CL, but somewhat average in the league. Let's hope they aren't putting all the eggs in the CL final basket, and still give the remaining league games and honest go.
As fantastic as we've been since RDM took over, our league form is still just 3-3-1 (I believe). Unbeaten in the FA Cup and CL, but somewhat average in the league. Let's hope they aren't putting all the eggs in the CL final basket, and still give the remaining league games and honest go.
axman2526
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Auditions for the CL final team begin on Sunday.
If fit we know a number of players that will start for Robbie, Cech, Cole, Cahill, Luiz, ?, Mikel, Lampard, ?, Mata, ? and Drogba.
Those three spots need to be filled and so far Boswinga has the leg up for the RB spot then it is a case of whether Mata plays as one of the middle 3 or wide, leaving it open for Romeu, Essien, Kalou, Malouda, Torres and Sturridge to obtain births.
With that in mind I want to see Essien and Romeu start some games, maybe both against QPR.
If fit we know a number of players that will start for Robbie, Cech, Cole, Cahill, Luiz, ?, Mikel, Lampard, ?, Mata, ? and Drogba.
Those three spots need to be filled and so far Boswinga has the leg up for the RB spot then it is a case of whether Mata plays as one of the middle 3 or wide, leaving it open for Romeu, Essien, Kalou, Malouda, Torres and Sturridge to obtain births.
With that in mind I want to see Essien and Romeu start some games, maybe both against QPR.
Ozztheboss
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Mata HAS to play when we are playing against a sh*tty team, HAS to. Without him there's not going to be any chances. Lampard is a freak of nature and plays himself in form, so let him play as well. Bertrand has deserved another shot if fully fit, and we need to get Romeu going. Torres has of course deserved a shot again (with Mata behind him this time, that's a must), and I think Drogba should rest (or that we play two strikers). I'm hoping for an asymmetric 4-4-2 like this:
---------------------Cech------------------------
----Iva-------Stopper--Stopper---------------
--------------------------------------------Bertie-
--Rami------Lamps-----Romeu---------------
----------------------------------Mata------------
-------------Drugolyzer-----------Torres------
With Bertrand as a wingback providing width at the left hand side (when Mata's cutting in centrally) and Romeu closing down the space behind him. Lampsy is allowed forward runs. Rami providing width and good first defending. Torres cuts inside on goal (on his right foot) and Drogba just lays it down and smashes it on goal. I think two strikers is our best option now.
I think it will be a 4-2-3-1 like this:
Cech (duh)
Bos Stopper Stopper Bertrand
Romeu Essien
Studge Mata Kalou
Torres
As you can see, stoppers are a huge problem. Luiz is fit I think (but perhaps too soon) and maybe Cahill can recover? Essien has played in the back before and I also think that Mikel and Romeu can do a very good job as CB.
---------------------Cech------------------------
----Iva-------Stopper--Stopper---------------
--------------------------------------------Bertie-
--Rami------Lamps-----Romeu---------------
----------------------------------Mata------------
-------------Drugolyzer-----------Torres------
With Bertrand as a wingback providing width at the left hand side (when Mata's cutting in centrally) and Romeu closing down the space behind him. Lampsy is allowed forward runs. Rami providing width and good first defending. Torres cuts inside on goal (on his right foot) and Drogba just lays it down and smashes it on goal. I think two strikers is our best option now.
I think it will be a 4-2-3-1 like this:
Cech (duh)
Bos Stopper Stopper Bertrand
Romeu Essien
Studge Mata Kalou
Torres
As you can see, stoppers are a huge problem. Luiz is fit I think (but perhaps too soon) and maybe Cahill can recover? Essien has played in the back before and I also think that Mikel and Romeu can do a very good job as CB.
ace
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Ivanovic is still suspended for this one. I noticed you left the CB's blank. I think JT needs to play this one and let Cahill/Luiz get healthier. We will probably have to risk one of the two, but maybe can put Paulo, Romeu, or someone else at CB if we're in a pinch.
Cech, Bosingwa, Paulo, JT, Bertrand, Romeu, Essien, Mata, Malouda, Sturridge, Kalou.
Weird lineup, but trying to rotate the squad. Tough game though, rival team, relegation threatened, and we need the 3 point as well. Hope the Bridge is up for it and ready to cheer for the side that beat the mighty Barcelona!
Cech, Bosingwa, Paulo, JT, Bertrand, Romeu, Essien, Mata, Malouda, Sturridge, Kalou.
Weird lineup, but trying to rotate the squad. Tough game though, rival team, relegation threatened, and we need the 3 point as well. Hope the Bridge is up for it and ready to cheer for the side that beat the mighty Barcelona!
Ozztheboss
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JT will play, of course. Forgot him after yesterday :/
I don't think we can play too many second options. Don't know if Sturridge is "up for it"? Seems as though RDM has a grudge against him for not making enough effort, but who am I to judge...
I don't think we can play too many second options. Don't know if Sturridge is "up for it"? Seems as though RDM has a grudge against him for not making enough effort, but who am I to judge...
Oblivion
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The boys will be buzzing after this morning so it'll be important for JT and RDM to keep everyone grounded. Due to injuries and suspensions, the team picks itself.
Cech
Paolo, Bos JT Ash
Mikel
Essien Lamps
Mata Studge
TOrres
JT needs to play every remaining game, if fit. GIven the hodgepodge nature of the backline, so must Ash, at least until we get a confirmed diagnosis on Cahill. As a result of this reshuffle, having a more combative midfield looks to be a logical choice, so in come Essien. Another potentially hot-headed game, and I hope JT keeps his head.
Chelsea to win 2-0.
Cech
Paolo, Bos JT Ash
Mikel
Essien Lamps
Mata Studge
TOrres
JT needs to play every remaining game, if fit. GIven the hodgepodge nature of the backline, so must Ash, at least until we get a confirmed diagnosis on Cahill. As a result of this reshuffle, having a more combative midfield looks to be a logical choice, so in come Essien. Another potentially hot-headed game, and I hope JT keeps his head.
Chelsea to win 2-0.
Zeta
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Bring the little scrotes on.
---------------------------Cech
---Ferreria------Bosingwa----Terry-------Bertrand
--------------------------Romeu
---------------Essien--------------Malouda
Sturridge-----------------------------------------Kalou
---------------------------Torres
---------------------------Cech
---Ferreria------Bosingwa----Terry-------Bertrand
--------------------------Romeu
---------------Essien--------------Malouda
Sturridge-----------------------------------------Kalou
---------------------------Torres
Fast Eddie
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No no no, we still have to attempt 4th spot... I've wanted revenge on these since we visited their trailer site in the league:
---------------------------Cech
---Ferreria------Luiz (if fit)----Terry-------Bertrand
-----------------------Romeu----Bison---------
Sturridge------------------Mata ----------Kalou/Malouda
---------------------------Torres
Arq
So... What was I saying?
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I believe the answer is no. We would go to the CL along with the top three. Fifth place would go to Europa just as normal.
Here's a question... Do we have to go to the CL qualification rounds if we win the CL but finish fourth or does third place go to the CL qualification round?
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