The Fish

I think he'd say we can ship you out on loan to the highlands league, ya bum.

Just looking at the stats (I know, who would've guessed?), and it's making me think everybody should put some money on @Gemmill's Everton pick. I've said before how integral Pickford has been for them. There are only 4 teams whose 'keeper is conceding significantly fewer goals than you'd expect; Arsenal, Newcastle, Fulham and Everton. 3 of those 4 teams are exceeding expectations in the league. Arsenal and Newcastle aren't giving up a high number of chances (8.5 & 10.7 Shots conceded per 90) , and are usually only being beaten by high quality shots . Everton and Fulham are giving up a high number of chances (16.2 & 13.5 Sh/90) and they're conceding from all types of shots. There are only 5 teams who're scoring significantly fewer goals than you'd expect; West Ham, Everton, Wolves, Southampton and Nottingham. West Ham, Wolves and Southampton are having a decent number of shots per game (between 11.4 and 13.5 shots per 90). Trouble is, they're average shot is coming from the edge of the 18yd box, because of that, the number of goals you'd expect them to score is obviously lower. Everton don't have that excuse, they're getting into the box. Despite this, both the quality of chance and quality of shot is fucking terrible. So Everton are conceding a lot in spite of Pickford's best efforts, they're creating fuck all and even when they do create something the shots are shit. They're 4/6 to go down with Betfair.

Jersey, Shorely?

Memphis better be your nickname for Tindall, I don't want Depay associated with Sir Howe.

What the fuck am I? Chopped liver? Fuck all y'all

There are ways around that. Start with what looks like a 4-4-2 Wilson and Isak up front. Play Willock and Almiron on the flanks with Burn at LB. When we're in possession Willock and Burn can move more centrally and Trippier can push forward. Morphing into a 3-5-2 or 3-4-3 (if Almiron pushes further forward too). That way we can keep the match-ups in the centre, while having a solid base.

Interesting options, but I'm not sure that CB and 8 are the priority right now. Surely it's DM and full backs?

Fwiw, I'd be shocked if it happened. SMS doesn't really fit the age profile, or cost of our transfer policy. He's outstanding, but I'm gonna call bullshit.

Some U-Turn that. Better not try that after a pint or two.

Aye, Eddie's shown a hunger for glory and he's not going to let a silly little thing like morals stop him getting that sweet sweet competition bonus.

I've never understood this idea that the FA, the Premier League are whomever would be 'out to get' one club. Especially one like Arsenal, that has been an entrenched member of the 'Top 2', the 'Top 4', the 'Big Six' for decades. Seen it from fans of all clubs, 'THEY' are out to get them. Fuck off man.

Stood to one side, didn't it? More like the Statue of Liberty than the popular image?

Nobody in the top flight gives up more chances than Fulham. They don't press particularly enthusiastically, either. Pereira and Palhinha are their key men, if our midfield can boss them and still have an attacking threat we should do well. Ream and Adarabaiyo aren't the quickest so I'd go for through balls to catch them on the turn.

Apparently the 3 match ban costs Chelsea £1.2m

João Felix sent off for a shocking tackle.

But you try telling kids nowadays, and they won't believe you

Bricklayers Arms is good. Built for dwarfs though.

Mate of mine is a Fulham fan and wants to know where the best Guinness can be found in town? I have no idea.

His gX? You want to know his gX? It's Fuck You Craig, Fuck you and YOUR FUCKING INTRANSIGENCE.

You going to sign anyone else? Want a terrific young prospect? Can play either right or left wing, can fill in at left back too. Passionate, good delivery, loves booting a corner flag into the testicles of a fan. May I present Ratthew Mitchie. Yours for only £30m

Mate who grew up across the road lives in Wimbourne. That's all I have to say about that.

That Lyanco was a monster in midfield, thought Armstrong lead the line well also. Chased down a lot of lost causes and never gave their CBs a moments rest.

Steady on there, CT is essentially a vegetable with ADHD, Andrew would roid-out in the first ten minutes* and while Haaland is called a machine, Gemmil is literally 50% automoton. Bad night for you lot, Southampton got in your face and disrupted your patterns, but as you suggest the changes Pep made compounded that. I'm sure you can console yourself with a PL title push, a CL trophy hunt and an FA Cup chase too. I'm confident we can get past any team over two legs, but I'm not sure that we've the experience throughout the team to turn it on in the Final against Man Utd, who I presume will end up there. I think we'll turn up, but I just think that Man Utd are a very different prospect under Ten Hag than they have been for a while.