The 2015-2016 EPL Discussion Thread

[Brahvocado]

Re: The 2015-2016 EPL Discussion Thread

A little bit of both

I was merely reacting to the vibe of this thread that Liverpool were not a good team and that Leicester would wipe the floor with them today.

I think mostly just Fearwhatnow thought that.

Game today just backs up my comment about reminding everyone that Leicester has a good team, but no actual world class players. Klopp basically switched to a 442, and quite literally beat Leicester at their own game, largely because most of Liverpool's players are better in general (before i get yelled at, im not talking about form) than most of Leicester's. Lack of Drinkwater hurt them, but it's not as if Leicester's midfield ever has full control over a game anyway (average possession for Leicester this season is well under 50).

Even with Drinkwater out there, Leicester would have lost this one.

[Perceptor]

Re: The 2015-2016 EPL Discussion Thread

I think mostly just Fearwhatnow thought that.



Game today just backs up my comment about reminding everyone that Leicester has a good team, but no actual world class players. Klopp basically switched to a 442, and quite literally beat Leicester at their own game, largely because most of Liverpool's players are better in general (before i get yelled at, im not talking about form) than most of Leicester's. Lack of Drinkwater hurt them, but it's not as if Leicester's midfield ever has full control over a game anyway (average possession for Leicester this season is well under 50).



Even with Drinkwater out there, Leicester would have lost this one.

I know just having a bit of fun now. All in good humour

[fearwhatnow]

Re: The 2015-2016 EPL Discussion Thread

Fair result at Liverpool. They successfully pressured the midfield and Kante was not good today. King was at his standards but quite soft at battling for the ball.
Leicester wasn't bad in defense. Most Liverpool's chances came from long shots, some of them were quite well deflected by Huth and Morgan, Simpson had problems in his side though.
Good tactical changes from Ranieri but Klopp, who read tactically well the whole game from the beginning, didn't respond leaving his team vulnerable the last 15 minutes. Tbh it's better there wasn't a 1-1 in the last minutes as Liverpool definitely deserved the win in that one today.
I can only see some positives from today's game, the defense is the one and the other is Dyer who seems like a good option in these away matches with top team names.
Another positive is the continuous sinking of ManU and Chelsea as Leicester's chances for a Top 4 finishing are now increasing.

[PabloLFC]

Re: The 2015-2016 EPL Discussion Thread

Haven't watched any of the game but I'm not surprised we played well with Origi starting. He deserves the start, shame about the injury though.

[dubcity]

Re: The 2015-2016 EPL Discussion Thread

I'm done laughing at Man U and Van Gaal. It's just sad right now. They can't string 5 passes together at times.

Yeah, he's actually opening up the door to being fired now, which is crazy. 2-3 weeks back I would have said no chance in hell that happens. Haven't won a match since Nov 21.

[dubcity]

Re: The 2015-2016 EPL Discussion Thread

Shane Long!

[Perceptor]

Re: The 2015-2016 EPL Discussion Thread

Nice foul Shane

[Krebstar]

Re: The 2015-2016 EPL Discussion Thread

Shane Long!

It's easy to lose your marker when you trip him.

[dubcity]

Re: The 2015-2016 EPL Discussion Thread

It's easy to lose your marker when you trip him.

If Arsenal scores a goal or two they can be pissed. Otherwise, meh.

Make that 2 or 3.

[Perceptor]

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We are playing like utter poop today. Uggh

[Krebstar]

Re: The 2015-2016 EPL Discussion Thread

Not sure what is more disappointing on set pieces for Arsenal—zonal marking, or our center backs.

Another typical goal allowed.

[Krebstar]

Re: The 2015-2016 EPL Discussion Thread

If Arsenal scores a goal or two they can be pissed. Otherwise, meh.

Make that 2 or 3.

Considering goal difference means something when it comes to the table, I'd say a mistake by a referee that allows a goal to occur is far more than a "meh" happening.

Also, looks like it shouldn't have been a corner which the third goal occurred.

In general the officiating in this match has been utter ****. Is it the reason Arsenal will lose? Not at all, but I still want to complain about it.

[dubcity]

Re: The 2015-2016 EPL Discussion Thread

Considering goal difference means something when it comes to the table, I'd say a mistake by a referee that allows a goal to occur is far more than a "meh" happening.





Also, looks like it shouldn't have been a corner which the third goal occurred.

Fair enough, but still Arsenal can't score. And it's not like Southampton are parking the bus.

[dubcity]

Re: The 2015-2016 EPL Discussion Thread

So, the 4-11 spots separated by 6 points.

[fearwhatnow]

Re: The 2015-2016 EPL Discussion Thread

So, the 4-11 spots separated by 6 points.

Almost halfway of the season and I have a feeling that we haven't seen anything yet. This is like a domino effect. Week by week the low/middle rated teams start to perform even better. It's like they take huge confidence boosts from each other wins.