RicoS321

Was trying to embed a twatter link on here, but not sure of the process. Anyway, dons have signed Aaron Reid fae Turra whilst simultaneously entering the worst sentence in history competition: "The Club can confirm it has reached agreement with @TurriffUnitedFC to transfer rising talent, Aaron Reid, who has signed a contract with the Dons which will officially be executed in January."

You appear to be forgetting Sam Cosgrove.

The only other reason I can think of is that we're limiting his minutes until he agrees to sign a new contract. It needs to happen soon, and obviously Barron too, but at some point we'll likely have to cut our losses with perhaps both of them I think. I was disappointed when we signed Morris (or Roberts, can't remember which!), as it was clear that this could be a break through season for Duncan and he was always going to hinder that. I assumed that he was a hidden gem that they couldn't pass up, but he looks like the result of a really drunk night out with the scouting laptop. There are basic parts of his game that lend to being shite that should have been spotted. Duncan runs with the ball at his feet, Morris kicks it then chases it. The latter approach always comes up against the limitations of your own pace, and Morris doesn't appear to have anything special in that regard (unlike Richardson). He appears to be a monumental fanny too, and doesn't track back effectively. He'll join Samuels at ICT, who was very similar and found his level. It's frustrating because it's a signing that didn't need to happen. If we'd recognised that Duncan was on his way up, a simple Jenks-like loan deal for 6-12 months to bolster the squad and ensure that Duncan isn't playing too many minutes would have been fine (and exactly how we should be using the loan system). We have Besuijen, Watkins, Duk, Hayes, Kennedy, maybe Roberts (and Coulson if stretched) who can all play wide while still allowing plenty of minutes for Duncan. Morris doesn't deserve the time he is getting on the pitch, he shouldn't be allowed back on until others are given their opportunity.

Aye, Hayes excellent again today, as was Coulson. That 4-1-4-1 setup definitely the key to this side. Ramadani just sitting in front keeping things moving and not involving himself further forward too often is perfect. It made us relatively comfortable with a pairing of Vinny and Kennedy (who both played well today too) in front. I think it'd be harsh to drop either of them, but a bit of a different game away from home and maybe not the best idea. Credit to Goodwin for the brave tactics, which we wouldn't have seen under his opposite number today. 18 goals for is a phenomenal return so far this season and bodes well. Generally it's the team with the better goal difference that rises to the top (of the rest, anyway).

Interesting side, McKenzie in and McRorie into midfield has to be the obvious move. I remember us playing against killie (or St Mirren) ages ago and Hayes played central midfield for us and he was immense. The player he destroyed that day? Jim Goodwin. I wonder if he's thinking that might be repeatable. Watkins in is good to see. Duk could have only taken the place of Miovski so it's no surprise to see him dropped. His all round play against Hibs wasn't great. A great option from the bench

Just heading off for this one. Looking forward to it, but very apprehensive about the suspensions and how that affects the team. I think it has to be McKenzie or Milne at the back. Ramadani in front and then McRorie and another behind Miovski. That 4-1-4-1 is definitely the best shape I've seen this season. With Clarkson out, I'd be tempted to play either Kennedy or Hayes in the other midfield position. We simply couldn't cope with Duk playing with Miovski, he doesn't have the game intelligence.

I don't think you needed to add that, it's fairly obvious, he's blatantly a cunt. I just don't think this videoing of players and provoking needs to be encouraged. I find it equally as bad as saying the f word.

Hence why I said "entrapment-like" and not entrapment. As you say, he's a thick Hun cunt, so it's hardly fair to play a trick on the guy, record his reaction and then be outraged by his response. It's fucking horrendous banter at the very least.

Remorseful he was caught in a fairly rancid set of circumstances. Bigot or not, shite like that shouldn't be seeing the light of day. Who does that to people and then plasters it across the internet for the enraged twitterati to pile on? I don't feel sorry for Lafferty of course but it doesn't say much for society that we need to feel outraged by a thick footballer. Entrapment-like justice feels a little hollow. I'd rather he played so we can boo him for the mulgrew incident and for being a cunt.

It's a big Island I suppose.

For me, Hickey is way better than Patterson. You could see it in the opening Ukraine game, I actually think it was a bit of a blessing that Patterson went off as we could definitely have lost a goal down that side. I've said it previously, Patterson reminds me of Hutton. Not a great footballer, but athletic and gives everything. Hickey can play football and is very aware of where he is on the pitch, hence a better defender. He'll play at a high level for a long time. Patterson not to be sniffed at of course and a fantastic backup to have. Hickey will move seamlessly to left back once Robertson retires and Ramsay moves into right back. Ramsay has the potential to be better than both if he fulfills it.

But then you'd have to take your family. Unless you sell it as a scouting mission prior to the family holiday?

and Porteous.

Some result, and a great performance all things considered. World nation's league champions. Amazing.

And the fucking rank, miles offside but play on shite is fucking tedious too. Horrendous rule changes. Adults too childish to admit they got them wrong.

Fucking VAR has to go, it's fucking awful. Never a pen for Scotland, but because the ref gave it, we don't get the subsequent corner and it's a drop ball. Ref makes a mistake, Scotland punished. Fucking anti football pish.

Got a YouTube link here, but you have to go to Kiev to watch. Commentary actually an improvement. https://en.uaf.ua/article/46407

I think he's a decent player. Gallagher cheated us far more. Anywhere to watch this for those not premier enough (I take it, it's not possible to pay a one off?)?

It's been an interesting week or two. The spivs will be loving it Soros-style that's for sure. It's not an overnight phenomenon though, this has been decades in the making. Truss and friends are just the culmination of corporate ownership of politics finally thinking it's time to fully take over. The timing seems a little off it has to be said, but I wonder if they thought that this might be their only chance (for another 4-8 years of course). Expect the blame to be shifted to Russia, immigrants, part timers and benefits claimants for the 800th time (and people to once again buy it) and for the only path out to be the further sale of UK assets and services to the private sector. To be fair to Truss, she's doing what she's paid to.

I don't think this thread should have started until after the international break. Bad luck. I thought Taylor was suspended.

Is it not quite traditional to have a job before retiring?

Dykes and Adams both fall ill, paving the way for the return of Oliver Burke?

Kingsley is a great player, McKay not so much.

Great result. Strachan would have lost us that, as would many managers before. Good resolve and a deserved win. Tuesday will be tough with a few out by the sounds of things. Taylor and Ralston a definite downgrade. McTominay, I think, suspended.

Never an international footballer....