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 Coppa Italia - Last 16 - Milan - Novara, Date: 18/01/12 Time: 21:00 CET |
 Jan 16 2012, 07:03 PM
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I'm choosing to look at the Inter game as a small blip. We still have a huge opprtunity to finish this half of the season as winter champions seeing as we face Novara in Serie A while Juve are away to Atalanta with only a point between us.
Before that though we have this game to worry about. And I'd really like to see us make a push for the Coppa this season because I can't see us doing anything of note in the CL The lineup I'd personally like to see Abate--Mexes--Bonera--Taiwo Urby--Ambro--Seedorf Robinho El Shaa--Pato I'd really like to see El Shaarawy starting this one, while giving Pato a pressure free game will go a long way. Ibra needs to be rested in this one, all the pressure that this team puts on him is starting to show. Abate needs to get as many games under his belt as possible so he can regain his form. All the rest are the ones who don't start regularly anymore but should be able to handle this one imo. At least I hope they can... |
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Jan 17 2012, 07:12 PM
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Allievi Regionali B  Group: Full Members Posts: 7,004 Joined: 5-August 09 From: CTU Member No.: 6,705 |
Allegri: "El Shaarawy and Inzaghi will start tomorrow vs. Novara."
"Amelia, Mexes, Bonera, Antonini, Ambrosini, Emanuelson and Nocerino will also play from the start tomorrow." "Seeing as Nesta is suspended for the match on Sunday, he will play from the start." BTW Boateng is aslo suspended for Sunday game. |
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Jan 18 2012, 03:49 AM
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CrAzY EyeS Group: Helpers Posts: 5,334 Joined: 25-February 08 From: Trinidad Member No.: 3,723 |
QUOTE (Jack Bauer @ Jan 17 2012, 02:12 PM)  Allegri: "El Shaarawy and Inzaghi will start tomorrow vs. Novara." "Amelia, Mexes, Bonera, Antonini, Ambrosini, Emanuelson and Nocerino will also play from the start tomorrow." "Seeing as Nesta is suspended for the match on Sunday, he will play from the start." BTW Boateng is aslo suspended for Sunday game. So provided the information here is accurate I'm assuming we'd look something like this... Amelia Bonera -- Mexes -- Nesta -- Antonini Boateng -- Ambro -- Nocerino Emanuelson El Shaa -- Pippo Different to say the least... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/blink.gif) I have my doubts regarding the possible outcome. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/unsure.gif) |
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Jan 18 2012, 04:30 AM
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CrAzY EyeS Group: Helpers Posts: 5,334 Joined: 25-February 08 From: Trinidad Member No.: 3,723 |
I just read that Prince could be out for up to a month after sustaining a thigh strain in the derby. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sleep.gif)
Damn it!! EDIT: Abiati also suffered an injury (to his calf) and he'll be further evaluated in the coming days. This post has been edited by TriniKing_CE: Jan 18 2012, 04:39 AM |
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Jan 18 2012, 10:55 AM
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QUOTE (TriniKing_CE @ Jan 18 2012, 03:49 AM) So provided the information here is accurate I'm assuming we'd look something like this... Amelia Bonera -- Mexes -- Nesta -- Antonini Boateng -- Ambro -- Nocerino Emanuelson El Shaa -- Pippo Different to say the least... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/blink.gif) I have my doubts regarding the possible outcome. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/unsure.gif) With Prince out, I think we should go out like this Amelia Abate -- Mexes -- Nesta --Taiwo Urby -- Ambro -- Nocerino El Shaa Robinho -- Pippo I don't get Allegri giving Antonini and Bonera the starts, Taiwo needs some playing time, he needs to be given a chance, and starting him against Novara in Coppa is the best choice for him. Abate needs games under his belt, he needs to get back into form and that will only happen if he's playing, plus thinking of Bonera playing anywhere in defence gives me a stomach ache Urby should be played in midfield, simple. He's not an AM, he's failed bi time whenever he's been made to play in that position and I seriously don't get what Allegri is trying to accomplish by playing him there. Just a stupid decision all around. Robs hasn't been playing a lot, plus I think e would do well next to Pippo, and El Shaa just needs to be tested in the AM slot. I think he could be a revelation for us in that position given the chance. |
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Jan 18 2012, 11:08 AM
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Let's see how this match goes.
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Jan 18 2012, 03:10 PM
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Allievi Regionali B Group: Full Members Posts: 6,098 Joined: 24-February 10 From: Lebanon Member No.: 7,239 |
Taiwo is in the african cup,no?
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Jan 18 2012, 03:43 PM
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QUOTE (William405 @ Jan 18 2012, 03:10 PM) Taiwo is in the african cup,no? hmm, yes, you've got a point. In that case Antonini at LB... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/dry.gif) |
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Jan 18 2012, 05:04 PM
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Allievi Nazionali Group: Full Members Posts: 9,420 Joined: 14-August 09 Member No.: 6,730 |
Have to be a stream in the UK for this one, no live TV coverage. Mind you, it's only the Coppa, is it even worth watching...
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Jan 18 2012, 05:14 PM
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QUOTE (Danny @ Jan 18 2012, 09:04 PM) Mind you, it's only the Coppa, is it even worth watching... Coppa Last 16, could very well be. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/cool.gif) I'll probably watch the first half, at least, and go from there. |
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Jan 18 2012, 05:45 PM
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QUOTE (acid911 @ Jan 18 2012, 05:14 PM) Coppa Last 16, could very well be. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/cool.gif) I'll probably watch the first half, at least, and go from there. The El Classico starts at 10pm CET right? If we're winning I'll switch over to that during the 2nd half. @ Danny, I'm sure a couple of web streams and sopcast streams will show up closer to the kick off. Keep an eye out on these sites: http://www.livefootballol.com/streaming/se...18-01-2012.html http://www.footballstreaming.info/streams/todays-links/ |
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Jan 18 2012, 05:55 PM
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http://www.firstrow.tv/ has the game listed as well.
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Jan 18 2012, 05:59 PM
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Berretti Group: Helpers Posts: 13,937 Joined: 26-February 08 From: Always Around Member No.: 3,736 |
QUOTE (han2503 @ Jan 18 2012, 09:45 PM) The El Classico starts at 10pm CET right? I guess so. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/innocent.gif) It's one our after this match. I'll probably try and juggle both games like you. Oh by the way, here's a pretty decent site for Milan matches. And by site I mean, single site, not something like P2P. Streams are fast and smooth, and both of today's match are listed too. Here you go: Football Streams |
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Jan 18 2012, 06:49 PM
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Jan 18 2012, 08:08 PM
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Allievi Regionali B Group: Full Members Posts: 7,004 Joined: 5-August 09 From: CTU Member No.: 6,705 |
Amelia; Bonera-Nesta-Mexes-Antonini; Ambrosini-Nocerino-Merkel-Emanuelson; Inzaghi-El Shaarawy.
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Jan 18 2012, 08:35 PM
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QUOTE (Jack Bauer @ Jan 18 2012, 02:08 PM) Amelia; Bonera-Nesta-Mexes-Antonini; Ambrosini-Nocerino-Merkel-Emanuelson; Inzaghi-El Shaarawy. Merkel and El Shaarawy both get starts! Good to see them both get playing time even if it's only the Coppa. |
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Jan 18 2012, 08:41 PM
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Urby and Merkel should be switched around (IMG:style_emoticons/default/rolleyes.gif)
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Jan 18 2012, 09:07 PM
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Cheers guys, got a stream and it's even in English!
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Jan 18 2012, 09:13 PM
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QUOTE (Danny @ Jan 19 2012, 01:07 AM) Cheers guys, got a stream and it's even in English! Welcome. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) I'll personally stick with the Arabic one, it's much, much more fun and entertaining! The way the commentator makes those weird noises, just ups the intensity of the game. |
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Jan 18 2012, 09:26 PM
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El Shaarawy!!!! Goal!!!
Great goal |
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Jan 18 2012, 09:32 PM
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QUOTE (acid911 @ Jan 18 2012, 08:13 PM) Welcome. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) I'll personally stick with the Arabic one, it's much, much more fun and entertaining! The way the commentator makes those weird noises, just ups the intensity of the game. Unfortunately one of those sites hit me with the Ukash virus as well. Google it. Really vicious. Thankfully I was able to remove it through system restore. Been doing the rounds for a while apparently. |
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Jan 18 2012, 09:39 PM
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Prima Squadra Group: Moderators Posts: 39,655 Joined: 6-January 06 From: Malta Member No.: 1,109 |
El Shaa!! So close. This kid can really play! Shot just blocked
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Jan 18 2012, 09:49 PM
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Pastore pshhhh....
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Jan 18 2012, 09:54 PM
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Decent first half although we should be more than 1-0 up, we have had 67% possession though so if we continue like that then they will tire in the second half.
El Shaarawy looking very good indeed, he's scored a very good goal and was very unlucky with his other chance - only a great save stopped him scoring what would have been an even better goal IMO. He's also got a bit of a swagger about him which shows he's got belief in himself, if he continues like this then we'll have a very good player on our hands for the future. Merkel has done ok so far but it shows that it is his first game back, I think after afew games when he's settled down we'll see what he's really capable of. |
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Jan 18 2012, 09:55 PM
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Allievi Regionali B Group: Helpers Posts: 5,148 Joined: 5-October 05 From: Bristol Member No.: 558 |
QUOTE (Danny @ Jan 18 2012, 08:32 PM) Unfortunately one of those sites hit me with the Ukash virus as well. Google it. Really vicious. Thankfully I was able to remove it through system restore. Been doing the rounds for a while apparently. Did you use one of those flash player sites or was it external like Sopcast? |
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Jan 18 2012, 09:56 PM
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Allievi Regionali B Group: Full Members Posts: 6,098 Joined: 24-February 10 From: Lebanon Member No.: 7,239 |
Merkel needs to play in AM,where he has more room to do what he does best.
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Jan 18 2012, 10:01 PM
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Berretti Group: Helpers Posts: 13,937 Joined: 26-February 08 From: Always Around Member No.: 3,736 |
QUOTE (Danny @ Jan 19 2012, 01:32 AM) Unfortunately one of those sites hit me with the Ukash virus as well. Ah sorry to hear that. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sad.gif) Would be great if you can let us know what link it was so we can avoid it. Personally, this (http://www.sportp2p.com) website has plenty of links, but most of them require a combination of Sopcast + Internet Explorer. Meaning a sure-fire recipe for disaster. The one I was watching it at (http://www.footplus1.com/ch1.htm) never gave me trouble. QUOTE (Danny @ Jan 19 2012, 01:32 AM) Thankfully I was able to remove it through system restore. Been doing the rounds for a while apparently. Luckily. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/king.gif) One has to be EXTRA careful these days with viruses. Sneaky viruses. |
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Jan 18 2012, 10:02 PM
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Allievi Nazionali Group: Full Members Posts: 9,420 Joined: 14-August 09 Member No.: 6,730 |
QUOTE (I_Rossoneri @ Jan 18 2012, 08:55 PM) Did you use one of those flash player sites or was it external like Sopcast? I am not absolutely sure tbh. I found myself on a few sites such as myp2p.pe which seemed fine then I went to Firefox addons to add a pop up blocker and suddenly there's a message on my screen telling the police know about my child abuse and violence against other people and to drop the charges I need to pay 100 quid! It totally locked me out - most effective virus I've seen for a long time. And apparently it's dynamic and the code changes meaning no AV can stop it infecting in the first place. |
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Jan 18 2012, 10:05 PM
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QUOTE (acid911 @ Jan 18 2012, 09:01 PM) Ah sorry to hear that. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sad.gif) Would be great if you can let us know what link it was so we can avoid it. Personally, this (http://www.sportp2p.com) website has plenty of links, but most of them require a combination of Sopcast + Internet Explorer. Meaning a sure-fire recipe for disaster. The one I was watching it at (http://www.footplus1.com/ch1.htm) never gave me trouble. Luckily. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/king.gif) One has to be EXTRA careful these days with viruses. Sneaky viruses. If I knew what site it was for sure I'd let you know. The ones I know I was on were myp2p.pe (I think - first time I've been on there), and vipbox.tv (which I've never had an issue with before). But I don't think either site caused the virus. |
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Jan 18 2012, 10:06 PM
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our think our AM problem could be solved temporarily... we now have merkel, el shaarawy and Robinho who can play in that slot or Boateng even.
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Jan 18 2012, 10:09 PM
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Berretti Group: Helpers Posts: 13,937 Joined: 26-February 08 From: Always Around Member No.: 3,736 |
QUOTE (Danny @ Jan 19 2012, 02:05 AM) If I knew what site it was for sure I'd let you know. No worries man. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/king.gif) Keep your PC (and yourself) safe! |
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Jan 18 2012, 10:48 PM
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1-1.
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Jan 18 2012, 10:55 PM
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Allievi Regionali B Group: Full Members Posts: 7,004 Joined: 5-August 09 From: CTU Member No.: 6,705 |
I don't know why Pato left the wall, the ball went where he should have been. Even besides that, he's playing poorly since coming in instead of Pippo.
Extra trime. This post has been edited by Jack Bauer: Jan 18 2012, 10:55 PM |
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Jan 18 2012, 10:58 PM
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QUOTE (I_Rossoneri @ Jan 18 2012, 09:54 PM) Decent first half although we should be more than 1-0 up, we have had 67% possession though so if we continue like that then they will tire in the second half. El Shaarawy looking very good indeed, he's scored a very good goal and was very unlucky with his other chance - only a great save stopped him scoring what would have been an even better goal IMO. He's also got a bit of a swagger about him which shows he's got belief in himself, if he continues like this then we'll have a very good player on our hands for the future. Merkel has done ok so far but it shows that it is his first game back, I think after afew games when he's settled down we'll see what he's really capable of. I never got the Merkel hype and this game confirms it for me. Yes it's his first game back but he's just so hesitant!! all of his passes are imple ones that rarely spark anything. I look at El Shaarawy and him, and they're an ocean apart from each other. Els Shaa hasn't been playing as much as him, not even a fraction, yet he has that confidence about him. I don't know, but I'm just not impressed with Merkel. Maybe he's just not ready yet, this is why he should have stayed at Genoa, where he was doing well |
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Jan 18 2012, 11:09 PM
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big miss pato. good save tho
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Jan 18 2012, 11:09 PM
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How was that saved FFS???!!!
By a miracle Pato's sure goal was saved |
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Jan 18 2012, 11:10 PM
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Allievi Regionali B Group: Full Members Posts: 7,004 Joined: 5-August 09 From: CTU Member No.: 6,705 |
Finally!!!
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Jan 18 2012, 11:10 PM
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PATO!!
Finally he scores!! |
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Jan 18 2012, 11:10 PM
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Good assist by Robinho. Pato really needed that goal.
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Jan 18 2012, 11:11 PM
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and now he scores. good play (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)
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Jan 18 2012, 11:12 PM
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7th Heaven Group: Helpers Posts: 7,116 Joined: 2-November 05 From: Sydney. Australia. Member No.: 821 |
oh robinho off the posttt
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Jan 18 2012, 11:13 PM
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Off the post Robs!
You know, Pato and Robinho form a great partnership, while Pato struggles a bit with Ibra. Ibra and Cassano also form a great partnership together, Robinho can cut it with everyone but him and Pato work the best together |
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Jan 18 2012, 11:15 PM
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Allievi Regionali B Group: Full Members Posts: 7,004 Joined: 5-August 09 From: CTU Member No.: 6,705 |
That should have been a goal.
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Jan 18 2012, 11:15 PM
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hoho!
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Jan 18 2012, 11:16 PM
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Close again from Pato. Another goal for him would be great for his confidence
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Jan 18 2012, 11:18 PM
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they both linked up beautifully (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)
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Jan 18 2012, 11:26 PM
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dive from nocerino (IMG:style_emoticons/default/dry.gif)
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Jan 18 2012, 11:29 PM
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Pato injured!! Can't catch a break!!
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Jan 18 2012, 11:29 PM
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Allievi Regionali B Group: Full Members Posts: 7,004 Joined: 5-August 09 From: CTU Member No.: 6,705 |
Pato went to the bench, hope it's not another of his regular injuries.
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Jan 18 2012, 11:31 PM
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Allievi Regionali B Group: Full Members Posts: 7,004 Joined: 5-August 09 From: CTU Member No.: 6,705 |
QUOTE (han2503 @ Jan 19 2012, 02:29 AM) How many injured players does that make it now? 8 or 9 |
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Jan 18 2012, 11:33 PM
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robinho being selfish (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sleep.gif)
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Jan 18 2012, 11:34 PM
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El Shaarawy looks to be struggling as well from that harsh tackle he received earlier. He's limping around
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Jan 18 2012, 11:34 PM
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FT 2-1. Should have done it easier.
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Jan 18 2012, 11:35 PM
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El sharaawy was immense!
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Jan 18 2012, 11:35 PM
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QUOTE (Jack Bauer @ Jan 18 2012, 11:34 PM) FT 2-1. Should have done it easier. Typical Milan for you, our 2nd string cannot beat Novara in normal time... |
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Jan 18 2012, 11:36 PM
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Not Pato's best game but shame on those that doubt him or his effort.
Injury (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sad.gif) |
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Jan 18 2012, 11:41 PM
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QUOTE (drucurl @ Jan 18 2012, 11:36 PM) Not Pato's best game but shame on those that doubt him or his effort. Injury (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sad.gif) Pato was doing better as time went on, him, Robs and El Shaa were linking up together very well. Hopefully it was a pre-caution but with Pato you can never say that... |
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Jan 19 2012, 12:11 AM
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Allievi Regionali B Group: Full Members Posts: 6,098 Joined: 24-February 10 From: Lebanon Member No.: 7,239 |
Yeah,a normal Pato would have scored a hat-trick there ;(...the goal was very good for his confidence though,hopefully he's not severly injured.Though,what I can't forget is El sharaawy's amazing performance.His characteristics are getting very clear.He has a nasty shot,his finishing is very good,he's a confident boy,well from how much we've seen of him.His speed is a valuable assist too,his first touch is great,and he can pass well as well.Future champion if you ask me (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)
The team played very well imo,and the goal is Amelia's mistake. |
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Jan 19 2012, 12:17 AM
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Allievi Regionali B Group: Full Members Posts: 7,004 Joined: 5-August 09 From: CTU Member No.: 6,705 |
QUOTE (William405 @ Jan 19 2012, 03:11 AM) The team played very well imo,and the goal is Amelia's mistake. Not really. The wall felt apart prematurely and it was Pato who left early, if I'm not mistaken. |
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Jan 19 2012, 12:20 AM
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Allievi Regionali B Group: Full Members Posts: 6,098 Joined: 24-February 10 From: Lebanon Member No.: 7,239 |
QUOTE (Jack Bauer @ Jan 19 2012, 01:17 AM) Not really. The wall felt apart prematurely and it was Pato who left early, if I'm not mistaken. Oh,don't really remember,but Amelia could have saved that I think,it was from a very long distance. |
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Jan 19 2012, 12:21 AM
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Allievi Regionali B Group: Full Members Posts: 7,004 Joined: 5-August 09 From: CTU Member No.: 6,705 |
QUOTE (William405 @ Jan 19 2012, 03:20 AM) Oh,don't really remember,but Amelia could have saved that I think,it was from a very long distance. It wasn't very long and he saw the ball pretty late. I wouldn't blame him. |
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Jan 19 2012, 12:23 AM
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Allievi Regionali B Group: Full Members Posts: 6,098 Joined: 24-February 10 From: Lebanon Member No.: 7,239 |
QUOTE (Jack Bauer @ Jan 19 2012, 01:21 AM) It wasn't very long and he saw the ball pretty late. I wouldn't blame him. Well,ok,i'll trust you then,it was a pretty shitty stream xD |
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Jan 19 2012, 12:41 AM
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Giovanissimi Regionali B Group: Full Members Posts: 1,490 Joined: 14-August 08 Member No.: 4,041 |
This game also spits in the face of those who continually to blindly follow $#!legri's every decision and proclaim El Shaarwry "not ready" to play in regular games. Granted this Novara isn't top tier competition but certainly his abilities could be put to better use than watching Urby come on when we're down a goal (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sleep.gif)
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Jan 19 2012, 08:44 AM
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Allievi Regionali B Group: Full Members Posts: 6,098 Joined: 24-February 10 From: Lebanon Member No.: 7,239 |
It was better to try him out against a weak side first,but credits to the kid he's shining with confidence.
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Jan 19 2012, 10:01 AM
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Prima Squadra Group: Moderators Posts: 39,655 Joined: 6-January 06 From: Malta Member No.: 1,109 |
I really hope that after this performance Allegri gives him the chance again in the weekend, he did great today against them, he'll do great again in the Serie A.
Maybe an Ibra, Robs, El Shaa trident would be a good way to go, very versitile, especially is Pato is out.... |
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Jan 19 2012, 11:52 AM
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Giovanissimi Regionali B Group: Full Members Posts: 1,490 Joined: 14-August 08 Member No.: 4,041 |
QUOTE (William405 @ Jan 19 2012, 03:44 AM) It was better to try him out against a weak side first,but credits to the kid he's shining with confidence. I hope you mean "started" because he played for us already. He impressed each time. He scored too. Sometimes I wonder (IMG:style_emoticons/default/unsure.gif) This post has been edited by drucurl: Jan 19 2012, 11:52 AM |
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Jan 19 2012, 07:46 PM
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Allievi Regionali B Group: Full Members Posts: 6,098 Joined: 24-February 10 From: Lebanon Member No.: 7,239 |
Yes,that's what I ment,new/unexperienced players against strong oppostion have problems,though,i guess it would bit easier than Merkel's case,since less pressure is on the player(no defending)
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Jan 20 2012, 11:20 AM
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The brightest sun is the purest gun Group: Full Members Posts: 26,848 Joined: 23-June 06 From: Albania Member No.: 2,008 |
I didn't follow the match with much attention, but I thought Merkel looked great as RCM. Until Aquilani gets back, he should start there.
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Jan 20 2012, 11:25 AM
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Allievi Regionali B Group: Full Members Posts: 6,098 Joined: 24-February 10 From: Lebanon Member No.: 7,239 |
Merkel is a very hot prospect,yes he looks good as RCM,but he will be even better as an AM.But,for him to start now,he has to play in that position,where he has no one currently to take his spot(RCM)Hopefully,Allegri knows how to play each player at the correct postion.
Merkel:am or wide mid Emmanuelson:wide midfielder El sharrawy:second striker with exchange of positions with robinho Nocerino-Mvb-Merkel/emmanuelson Robinho El sharaawy-Ibra |
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Jan 20 2012, 11:28 AM
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Prima Squadra Group: Moderators Posts: 39,655 Joined: 6-January 06 From: Malta Member No.: 1,109 |
QUOTE (X-Offender @ Jan 20 2012, 11:20 AM) I didn't follow the match with much attention, but I thought Merkel looked great as RCM. Until Aquilani gets back, he should start there. Really??? Everyone I've talked to seems to think he was just weak there, just no character at all. Simple passes only which usually went behind the player they are intended to. I think that blog which was posted in the El Shaa thread summed up Merkel's night great. And he looked weak against Novara, can't imagine what he'll do against Lazio, Udine, etc. I think his best position is AM but I can't see him being given that spot with Robinho available as well as El Shaa. |
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Jan 20 2012, 11:37 AM
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The brightest sun is the purest gun Group: Full Members Posts: 26,848 Joined: 23-June 06 From: Albania Member No.: 2,008 |
Like I said, I didn't follow the match with much attention. I was in a pub and we were all drinking and stuff. But still, what better options do we have? Seedorf?
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Jan 20 2012, 12:14 PM
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Prima Squadra Group: Moderators Posts: 39,655 Joined: 6-January 06 From: Malta Member No.: 1,109 |
QUOTE (X-Offender @ Jan 20 2012, 11:37 AM) Like I said, I didn't follow the match with much attention. I was in a pub and we were all drinking and stuff. But still, what better options do we have? Seedorf? Pretty much, or Urby. As long as he's not being forces to play the AM position Urby is still a very reliable backup player. Still Merkel could become a huge liability in that position, any decent team would muscle him off the pitch. |
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Jan 20 2012, 12:24 PM
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Primavera Group: Moderators Posts: 18,833 Joined: 5-April 06 From: Croatia, Zagreb Member No.: 1,564 |
I honestly don't think Merkel was anything above average. I don't think he's our solution. Damn, are we broke... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/rolleyes.gif)
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Jan 20 2012, 12:32 PM
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Prima Squadra Group: Moderators Posts: 39,655 Joined: 6-January 06 From: Malta Member No.: 1,109 |
QUOTE (Fillipo Simone @ Jan 20 2012, 12:24 PM) I honestly don't think Merkel was anything above average. I don't think he's our solution. Damn, are we broke... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/rolleyes.gif) Yeah, I never saw anything in him last season. I think he'd do well at a mid level club like Genoa, but I can't see him really excelling with us. Especially in a position like the one he's been put in, where he has to deel with defensive responsabilites as well. I think everyone keeps mentioning him because we are that desperate to have a youth product actually succeed, so we'll take just about anything Watching him and El Shaa, you'd think it was El Shaa who has just come off a few months of playing regular Serie A football, and not Merkel, just the confidence to take people on, link up with Pato/Robs, take shots etc. The last ime I saw someone that young playing for us and actually going for it and playing with confidence was Pato. |
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Jan 20 2012, 02:56 PM
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Berretti Group: Helpers Posts: 13,937 Joined: 26-February 08 From: Always Around Member No.: 3,736 |
Again, we have to remember the positions both players play in. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/rolleyes.gif) El Shaarawy plays more upfront than Merkel, and hence more chances for him to become part of the attack, score goals. That's not to say Merkel is a better player than the Pharaoh, he is not from what I've seen.
But to get a true idea, the full picture, one has to remember the duties players are assigned to in the match. |
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Jan 20 2012, 03:23 PM
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Allievi Regionali B Group: Full Members Posts: 6,098 Joined: 24-February 10 From: Lebanon Member No.: 7,239 |
Yeah,Merkel will look 100x better as an AM,and even better as a second striker.El sharaawy is on a different level of potential imo still.
This post has been edited by William405: Jan 20 2012, 03:24 PM |
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Jan 20 2012, 03:41 PM
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Berretti Group: Helpers Posts: 13,937 Joined: 26-February 08 From: Always Around Member No.: 3,736 |
Yup, I think they won't be starting together all the time, but when they have to, both El Shaarawy and Merkel in the attacking part of the midfield, and guys like Boateng and Nocerino covering and guarding them would go a fair bit to solver our creativity problem. As thing stand, we practically play with no one with vision in the center.
Hence all our bad results against top clubs. Muscle can (usually does) work against lower and mid table teams. |
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Jan 20 2012, 04:03 PM
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Primavera Group: Moderators Posts: 18,833 Joined: 5-April 06 From: Croatia, Zagreb Member No.: 1,564 |
But problem is, I don't see Allegri putting Merkel as an AM so soon.
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Jan 20 2012, 04:49 PM
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Berretti Group: Helpers Posts: 13,937 Joined: 26-February 08 From: Always Around Member No.: 3,736 |
QUOTE (Fillipo Simone @ Jan 20 2012, 08:03 PM) But problem is, I don't see Allegri putting Merkel as an AM so soon. Yup, that's why I said they won't be starting together all the time. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) In fact, I'd be surprised seeing El Shaarawy getting that many chances either, seeing as we saw little of him after the first goal he scored a few months back. In fact, if anything, he'd have been a shoe-in for AM instead of the bundle of mediocrity. Emanuelson should be starting (playing) at the left side, not trying to create chances from the middle. |
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Jan 20 2012, 05:14 PM
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Prima Squadra Group: Moderators Posts: 39,655 Joined: 6-January 06 From: Malta Member No.: 1,109 |
QUOTE (acid911 @ Jan 20 2012, 02:56 PM) Again, we have to remember the positions both players play in. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/rolleyes.gif) El Shaarawy plays more upfront than Merkel, and hence more chances for him to become part of the attack, score goals. That's not to say Merkel is a better player than the Pharaoh, he is not from what I've seen. But to get a true idea, the full picture, one has to remember the duties players are assigned to in the match. It has nothing to do with their positions, that's reducing the argument to a very basic form. I didn't say I thought Merkel looked average because El Shaa scored and he didn't. I compared their confidence and the way they went about on the pitch. Merkel just didn't do anything bu go to the easy pass back to Ambro, even the way he carried himself on the pitch, you could see that he wasn't confident, and basically looked scared out there. |
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