The problem with Sunday is that, points wise, a draw is unhelpful to our top 4 chance

[Monty92]

You are correct that we are entirely incapable of playing for a draw. However, I wouldn't rule out the possibility of us getting something out of the game by any means. How many NLDs have you watched over the years where the gulf in class and league position was much bigger between the teams than it is now that have ended up either being attritional draws or going against form?

Also, the occasion might get to them. Last NL derby at the existing Lane, chance to finish above us for the first time in two decades, title hopes in the balance. They have shown no sign of bottling it yet, but this is another big test in that regard for a team of players who have won f*ck all in their careers so far.

If Chelsea can just sneak a win at Goodison it will relax by sphincter no end.

[Peter]

Also, the occasion might get to them. Last NL derby at the existing Lane, chance to finish above us for the first time in two decades, title hopes in the balance. They have shown no sign of bottling it yet, but this is another big test in that regard for a team of players who have won f*ck all in their careers so far.

If Chelsea can just sneak a win at Goodison it will relax by sphincter no end.

Doesn't a Spurs win also confirm that they finish above us? A chance to gloat in front of us.....

I feel a bit sick.

[Monty92]

Doesn't a Spurs win also confirm that they finish above us? A chance to gloat in front of us.....

I feel a bit sick.

I'm relatively relaxed about it, actually. I'm of the view that if we can avoid the nightmare scenario of them winning the league then their bragging will feel somewhat hollow, even if we lose to them, finish outside the top 4 and lose the cup final. And I'm currently comforted psychologically by the assumption that Chelsea won't let it slip from this point. That could obviously change quickly, but for now I am staying calm.

[Pokster]

Also, the occasion might get to them. Last NL derby at the existing Lane, chance to finish above us for the first time in two decades, title hopes in the balance. They have shown no sign of bottling it yet, but this is another big test in that regard for a team of players who have won f*ck all in their careers so far.

If Chelsea can just sneak a win at Goodison it will relax by sphincter no end.

even if we win they will finish above us

[redgunamo]

even if we win they will finish above us

A tactical victory for Spurs then

[Ash]

You are correct that we are entirely incapable of playing for a draw. However, I wouldn't rule out the possibility of us getting something out of the game by any means. How many NLDs have you watched over the years where the gulf in class and league position was much bigger between the teams than it is now that have ended up either being attritional draws or going against form?

Or as the old cliche put it: form goes out the window in the NLD.

[Monty92]

A draw would be fantastic. Its quite funny that you still believe we are capable of playing for one

They are going to hammer us. Coming away with anything would be wonderful and the top four would require a miracle. With United, Stoke and Southampton still to come it would be a miracle if we reach 70 points.

Unfortunately, they are light years ahead of us at the moment.

Thanks for your contribution.

[Tony C]

They should've completed walloped us last year but we fought back with 10 men for a draw and could've won it if Ramsey had been a bit more composed...they will be going for the win which will play very well into our new system.


Wouldn't read too much into the Leciester game because of the changes we made and how shattered some of the players looked i.e. Holding in the back line and Ox and Monreal back on the wings will improve us...Giroud / Welbeck will be vital for his hold up play. Maybe a further tinkering of the system with Ramsey coming in for Ozil could improve us.



A positive result for us isn't out of the question.

As for United...watched quite of bit of them recently and I'm sorry but they are c rap. Sooner or later they are going to take a pretty big beating.