Even he very best sides struggle to break down teams when set up like Sunderland were today. As an example look at the stats for West Ham v Chelsea today and the players they have at their disposal. We have some of the best creative players in the league, we pass the ball better than most teams...
Hi Alan - the two reasons I see most associated with double barrelled names is (other than the traditional aristocratic families):-
1. The children's parents are unmarried so the child/children get named with both parents names
2. Parents are married but either one or both partners have chosen...
In Jota’s case he is absolutely right to stand up for himself, the only time it becomes unnecessary is when the ref stops the thugs from fouling him. When he gets no protection he has to show he won’t be bullied.
We’re getting to the point now where we have a huge psychological advantage over some of the opposition teams - we believe we can beat them , but more importantly, they don’t believe they can beat us.
My fear too - could be a repeat of that bruising encounter with Newcastle back in 2010 (I think) when we picked up 7 bookings and seemingly tried to get Joey Barton to retaliate and get sent off. Some crunching tackles by Henry. Only this time we could well be on the receiving end.
POTS : Neves, but I think Boli could become talisman, our Kompany if he stays fit.
GOTS : Neves v Hull
RIVALS : I think Boro will have a strong 2nd half of the season
JAN SIGNINGS: Striker to share the load with Bonatini and a Right wing back to share the load with Doc
MOTS : Nuno - how he has...
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