manc_don Posted August 15 Report Posted August 15 The traditional single thread, now officially Rico approved given we're out of the league stages for this weekends game against Queens Park. I don't think their name will ever not given me the fear from all those years ago. Still blame some of the Globe Reds for convincing me it was a good idea to go after work ! They scored plenty during their league cup mini league, so goals aren't an issue. They have dried up a wee bit since they started their league campaign though, although maybe a bit harsh given they've played one of the favourites and Livi in their first two games. I'm expecting nothing but professionalism here and tbh just want us to progress. Interested to see if either of the recent new signings make an appearance or we stick with the winning team. I'd hope with the latter and phase them in accordingly. Given it's at home, we probably have a bit more leeway than playing away. Regardless, i'm excited to see what they can bring. Any idea on ticket sales for this one? Out Bed Bed (hopefully) Snowboarding (hopefully) 2-0, Shinnie and Mackenzie Quote
Elgindon Posted August 15 Report Posted August 15 12 hours ago, manc_don said: The traditional single thread, now officially Rico approved given we're out of the league stages for this weekends game against Queens Park. I don't think their name will ever not given me the fear from all those years ago. Still blame some of the Globe Reds for convincing me it was a good idea to go after work ! They scored plenty during their league cup mini league, so goals aren't an issue. They have dried up a wee bit since they started their league campaign though, although maybe a bit harsh given they've played one of the favourites and Livi in their first two games. I'm expecting nothing but professionalism here and tbh just want us to progress. Interested to see if either of the recent new signings make an appearance or we stick with the winning team. I'd hope with the latter and phase them in accordingly. Given it's at home, we probably have a bit more leeway than playing away. Regardless, i'm excited to see what they can bring. Any idea on ticket sales for this one? Out Bed Bed (hopefully) Snowboarding (hopefully) 2-0, Shinnie and Mackenzie Looks around 10k at this stage Oot - Wedding up North Prediction - 3 - 1 Dons. McGrath x2,Gueye Quote
OrlandoDon Posted August 15 Report Posted August 15 I expect Topi to start in place of Morris, McGrath moved to the right as he was when Vinny came on last week. I also expect/hope to see Ante play but I’m thinking he comes off the bench. Good game for both of them to make debuts. team more or less picks itself, confidence is increasing, expect a good performance. Ideally we get a shut out, two conceded in league play and both somewhat avoidable. That needs improved. 3-0 us. Sokler 2 and McGrath. Quote
Panda Posted August 15 Report Posted August 15 Be interesting to see if Keskinen starts. He hasn't played since 27 July according to soccerbase so might be rusty, but Thelin might give him an hour to get up to speed. Palaversa I think may actually need a pre-season behind him first, but be good to at least give him 20 minutes so that everyone can say he's not up to it like they did Nilsen. Quote
tlg1903 Posted August 16 Report Posted August 16 18 hours ago, Panda said: Be interesting to see if Keskinen starts. He hasn't played since 27 July according to soccerbase so might be rusty, but Thelin might give him an hour to get up to speed. Palaversa I think may actually need a pre-season behind him first, but be good to at least give him 20 minutes so that everyone can say he's not up to it like they did Nilsen. Do we even know if they have work permits yet? Quote
Panda Posted August 16 Report Posted August 16 1 hour ago, tlg1903 said: Do we even know if they have work permits yet? The Aberdeen website is saying both are in line to make their debut. We'll find out for sure when Jimmy Thelin does his press conference today. Quote
RicoS321 Posted August 16 Report Posted August 16 2 hours ago, tlg1903 said: Do we even know if they have work permits yet? We're establishment, permits are fast tracked for likes of us. Quote
Tyrant Posted August 16 Report Posted August 16 1 hour ago, RicoS321 said: We're establishment, permits are fast tracked for likes of us. Unless we're due to play either cheek of the Old Firm arse. 1 Quote
tlg1903 Posted August 16 Report Posted August 16 Just watched Thelins presser, both are in the squad and I'm quite surprised at how excited I am to see these guys in red. So given that, fully expect season ending injuries to both of them because that's how life normally works for me Quote
Jute Posted August 16 Report Posted August 16 Be interesting to see if we stick with the winning team or if the manger uses cup as an excuse to drop Gueye and Morris. Would not expect Queens Park to be as good as Airdrie who we played in group stages. We should be able to win this comfortably enough as long as we approach it in the correct manner. oot flat local game flat 3-0 Sokler McGrath Shinnie. Quote
RicoS321 Posted August 16 Report Posted August 16 1 hour ago, Jute said: if the manger uses cup as an excuse to drop Gueye and Morris. I think he could use the "shite at football" excuse without too much argument. Quote
Jute Posted August 16 Report Posted August 16 1 hour ago, RicoS321 said: I think he could use the "shite at football" excuse without too much argument. No argument from me anyway. Quote
OrlandoDon Posted August 17 Report Posted August 17 I think morris is dropped for topi and McGrath is on the right. Think gueye keeps his starting place. Wondering if shinnie or sivert gets rested for ante, but unlikely. Think we see ante in the second half. 3-0, changing my scorers, sokler topi and McGrath. Quote
wee toon red Posted August 17 Report Posted August 17 Same team as last week other than Milne in for Rubezic. Quote
Panda Posted August 17 Report Posted August 17 Milne picked ahead of MacDonald a big call, although as posted a few weeks ago I don't think MacDonald fits into Thelin's plans. Morris again lucky to start. I think what goes in his favour is his fitness, because Vinnie and Keskinen likely can't play 90 minutes yet. Sokler needs a goal. Quote
tom_widdows Posted August 17 Report Posted August 17 Apparently theres no VAR today. Proper cup tie Quote
OrlandoDon Posted August 17 Report Posted August 17 Good to see Milne play, keen to see what he can do in one of his more natural positions. to be fair to be morris, he’s been less shite than expected and has a goal and assists this season. He’s a confidence player so tough on him if dropped. Still, he is shite and hopefully is fazed out. Quote
redordead Posted August 17 Report Posted August 17 Thought Morris had been out most dangerous player. McGrath wide slows play too much. Be good to see topi come on left and ideally take pape or Ester off. Two up there haven't really been involved. Quote
Panda Posted August 17 Report Posted August 17 It's all a bit Stephen Glass isn't it? Passing it about, dominating possession, but very few chances and shaky at the back. Gueye and Sokler are very good link-up men but we need one of them to be scoring. Quote
Panda Posted August 17 Report Posted August 17 2 minutes ago, OrlandoDon said: Move McGrath to 10 and bring on topi!! Almost. Vinnie instead of Topi. Quote
OxfordDon Posted August 17 Report Posted August 17 1 hour ago, tom_widdows said: Apparently theres no VAR today. Proper cup tie Here's hoping we don't come to regret this Quote
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