16 hours ago, azpi28 said:

Leeds will beat arsenal tomorrow 

 Consequently, when they beat us, it’s not as damaging

Your plan is not working… at least the first part.

Edited May 8, 20224 yr by RMH

Well TT or the coaching staff need to know now to make preparations for Leeds so we don't get a repeat of Everton's fans lighting fireworks over night and to prepare themselves for bottles being thrown at the coach when it is on it's way to Elland Road.

 

Looking at the way it is going today, Leeds will be desperate for a win against us. So I fully expect an atmosphere like Everton had at Goodison. Our players will need to be up for this one. Looking at the fixtures for our rivals there is a good chance we need at least 6 points from our last 3 games to make 3rd, and 4 points to make top 4. So we could really do with winning this one to take some pressure off.

 

Leeds lost today.

If we lose/draw to Leeds though, we have to hope Arsenal and Spuds drop points for the reminder of the season otherwise I’m putting it out there - kiss goodbye top 4.

Edited May 8, 20224 yr by Mana

Correct me if I am wrong but a win here and Arsenal beating Spurs guarantees us both Top 4, right?

Sconnie Blue: Yeah that’s correct. 

9 minutes ago, Sconnie Blue said:

Correct me if I am wrong but a win here and Arsenal beating Spurs guarantees us both Top 4, right?

Arsenal has a very poor record Spuds away just a reminder.

Just now, Mana said:

Arsenal has a very poor record Spuds away just a reminder.

But if we win does that guarantee Top 4 if Spurs don't beat Arsenal? 

1 minute ago, Sconnie Blue said:

But if we win does that guarantee Top 4 if Spurs don't beat Arsenal? 

Arsenal have to beat Spuds to make it mathematically impossible.

But if they tie, it will be very difficult for Spuds to overtake us. Basically we have to lose every PL game after Leeds.

Azpi needs to come out the team. Play Chalobah. His minutes have been so limited, that he played for the development team tonight. This is a must win game for Leeds and they will raise their A game. They were unlucky not to get something at the end today, especially with 10. I reckon we will get top 4, but I really do know want to finish below Arsenal. I will hate to drop points this game and be in predicament of needing Arsenal to win so that top 4 is more secure and not worry about Spurs catching us, however at same time losing 3rd spot to Arsenal. 

For me Chalobah had a problem with wide forwards who could turn very quickly, think one of them was Salah.

Leeds don't have that quality which is why I would play him.

Mendy

Chalobah Christensen Rudiger

James Jorginho Kante Alonso

Mount

Havertz Werner

1 hour ago, Sconnie Blue said:

But if we win does that guarantee Top 4 if Spurs don't beat Arsenal? 

We need one win and one draw, or 4 draws. to guarantee top 4.

35 minutes ago, coco said:

We need one win and one draw, or 4 draws. to guarantee top 4.

41 minutes ago, coco said:

We need one win and one draw, or 4 draws. to guarantee top 4.

4 draws might be beyond us at the moment ;).

 

39 minutes ago, coco said:

We need one win and one draw, or 4 draws. to guarantee top 4.

Basically if Chelsea FC rather than Charity FC show up for this game we won. Leeds have players missing and lost another to suspension today.

If we beat Leeds we dont need to worry about top 4 anymore even if Spurs beat Arsenal, which I think they will.

Leicester are hopeless and Watford are even worse, no chance we lose both those games even if Pool hammer us in the cup.

However a draw or loss at Leeds and it becomes very interesting IF Spurs beat Arsenal.

4 minutes ago, mojo said:

😅

Just now, coco said:

😅

Good man Coco, you know we need your mistakes. Last time we played well was the last time you made one on here.

3 minutes ago, forbzy said:

4 draws might be beyond us at the moment ;).

 

Anything is possible in my World.

18 hours ago, axman2526 said:

I don't know what it is about Dave at RCB and Timo up top that TT has seen of late that makes him Starr over and over again.

Maybe he believe Dave is thr best one to deal with liverpools left side and that Werner will get at their high line and he is treating every opponent at FA Cup prep.

Anyways for what it is worth I think he is wrong in this matter, and that they will both be exposed in the cup final.

As for this game I would like to see,

 

Mendy

 

Chalobah 

Silva

Rudiger

 

James

Jorginho 

Kovacic

Alonso

 

Ziyech

Mount

 

Lukaku

Actually scratch that. Would not risk Silva against these dirty bar stewards. Put AC in unless his tummy goes. If it does then Sarr.

Also if Havertz must play then have him in for Ziyech.

5 hours ago, strider6004 said:

Well TT or the coaching staff need to know now to make preparations for Leeds so we don't get a repeat of Everton's fans lighting fireworks over night and to prepare themselves for bottles being thrown at the coach when it is on it's way to Elland Road.

 

This is what I'm thinking of right now. I hope there is no repeat of that Everton situation again.

Leeds' result against the Arse has heaped even more pressure on them to get a result against us - typical !!

I just hope Charity Chelsea don't turn up again offering free gifts to the afflicted as we normally do. With Ayling banned for three games and Dallas suffering a bad injury, they will be stretched, but they do have fight in abundance. We need to be disciplined, especially when it gets feisty, stick to a game plan and take our chances FFS. I would go with the following;

Mendy

Chalobah Silva Rudi

Kante Kovacic

James Havertz Mount Alonso

Lukaku

We have to pray that Rom has found his shooting boots and that he is up for it. not 100% certain if Kante is fit, but if he is not RLC. TT please do not pick, Werner, Saul, Sarr, CHO or Pulisic under any fu**ing circumstances !!

 

 

 

 

                               

Maybe Boehly can put some pressure on the American manager if Leeds to get the to roll over?

12 hours ago, coco said:

We need one win and one draw, or 4 draws. to guarantee top 4.

How to depress even the last of the optimists roaming around this forum; play 4 draws in 3 games. 

2 hours ago, coombsie said:

I just hope Charity Chelsea don't turn up again offering free gifts to the afflicted as we normally do.    

Is this the same charity FC that has the 2nd best away record in the league ?

I understand people worrying about our home form, but away from home we are the opposite of charity.