I think his game was affected by the way the opposition defended in this games
He needs the space to attack
But one has been away on internationals and the other has been getting fit working with JoseInteresting call to leave Bale out. He hasnt been his best as yet given he's coming back from injury, but Stevie B has been pretty poor generally this season
But then how will the linesman get the ball?Sissoko. Can't be just play with 10 and fudge him off
A real chance to make a statement of intention this evening. I do not expect a swashbuckling approach. Mourinho tends to try and keep it tight in the big big games, problem is, neither side are currently the best in defending.
As much as I would just love us to get all 3pts and go back top for a day, maybe more, I think we may have to settle for a draw. I'm going to plump for 2-2
No way, a win here sends a huge message. Draw at home is unacceptable against anyone, let alone the team currently 10th in the table.
Joking apart, bear in mind they have a game in hand, they probably should be sitting in 7th. But I think we all know they are definitely better than their league position shows
Very surprised Bale didnt start, apparantly he played very well in midweek for Wales. Bergwijn needs to step up a gear for me, and hoepfully we use Bale against some tired legs in the 2nd half.
Forgot Mike Dean was ref, so that's a penalty at some point for City.
Sissoko. Can't be just play with 10 and fudge him off
Especially as their playing only one true CMI think that he's been really effective recently and there is a nice balance in midfield with these three. He's also made for a game where we will be looking to hustle in midfield.
I think that he's been really effective recently and there is a nice balance in midfield with these three
Especially as their playing only one true CM
So their going for it
Especially as their playing only one true CM
So their going for it
Rodrigo and then De Bruyne, Mahrez, Silva, Torres as AM's, Jesus up top... 4 - 1 - 5. Bold from Pep.
I am starting to like this N17 pre match show.