This is really an addition to my 'What is the point?' post on the post-match thread, but I think it is relevant here. Bringing in one or two new faces to suit tactics or to replace a jaded player within the same structure can definitely freshen up a team. Houllier has proved that he has the ability and willingness to do that several times this season. But making wholesale changes to the entire team never works, not for the newbies who 'get the chance to shine', not for the seniors left to get cold on the bench, nor for the fans who (if I take myself as an example) get that 'tingle' of anticipation before the game that something may just happen - only to be slapped down as the teamsheet comes through on the mobile. I can tell you I gave up caring as soon as I saw the team. If they want a practice game to try out the second string, then don't have it in the 5th round of the cup at Eastlands. As I said on the other thread, playing your strongest team on the back of a good result, of renewed belief, of a bit of continuity, can ensure a much better end to the season than the demoralisation and defeatism exhibited last night.
Quote from: martyn ellis on March 03, 2011, 01:16:55 PMThis is really an addition to my 'What is the point?' post on the post-match thread, but I think it is relevant here. Bringing in one or two new faces to suit tactics or to replace a jaded player within the same structure can definitely freshen up a team. Houllier has proved that he has the ability and willingness to do that several times this season. But making wholesale changes to the entire team never works, not for the newbies who 'get the chance to shine', not for the seniors left to get cold on the bench, nor for the fans who (if I take myself as an example) get that 'tingle' of anticipation before the game that something may just happen - only to be slapped down as the teamsheet comes through on the mobile. I can tell you I gave up caring as soon as I saw the team. If they want a practice game to try out the second string, then don't have it in the 5th round of the cup at Eastlands. As I said on the other thread, playing your strongest team on the back of a good result, of renewed belief, of a bit of continuity, can ensure a much better end to the season than the demoralisation and defeatism exhibited last night.Spot on -
Citeh never got out of first gear. They didn't have to yes but our strongest team (minus Bent) would not have got the result last night (as we are too powder puff in front of goal). They have a much stronger squad than us (and should have considering the ££££sss spent). I think the frustration of the fans is that the message from the announcement of the team was one of.......we're not fussed about getting a result.
Just days after our neighbours win a trophy, albeit for the first time in a lifetime, we also get an opportunity to progress in another cup competition.Unfortunately the manager you appointed has chosen to not take this matter as seriously as thousands of fans and certainly the 3K fans who have made the journey tonight.I never thought I would see the club I have supported for nearly 50 years give up on this competition.After witnessing a good team performance at the weekend I had great expectations for the game, regrettably Monsieur Houllier has decided to surrender this tie without a whimper.Today I purchased a ticket for my son`s best friend who despite being 10 years of age has yet to pin his allegience to a club - I am looking to convince him that AVFC are the team to follow rather than Liverpool where we live. Why should I bother?Furthermore I had been looking forward to the up coming games at Bolton and Everton - again why should I bother?My young son and I enjoyed travelling to Wembley twice last year and we hoped this manager could take us to a cup victory - but in essence his decision tonight mirrors that of the former manager who also surrended the hope of winning in Europe.If Monsieur Houllier is under instructions to stay in the Premiership at the expense of winning a trophy and because of the potential loss of revenue should we go down, I would prefer if this was communicated to the fans before they travel miles up the M6. Winning the FA Cup would be a great fillip for fans of my vintage as it is the only trophy we have yet to see us win.If this is the way it is I will no longer spend hard earned cash on FA Cup tickets - Finally my decision to renew my season tickets for next season is no longer an automatic one. Perhaps like the manager and some of the players I will just turn up when I feel like it.
Quote from: Walmley_Villa on March 03, 2011, 01:58:19 PMCiteh never got out of first gear. They didn't have to yes but our strongest team (minus Bent) would not have got the result last night (as we are too powder puff in front of goal). They have a much stronger squad than us (and should have considering the ££££sss spent). I think the frustration of the fans is that the message from the announcement of the team was one of.......we're not fussed about getting a result. rubbish- blues and fulham drew at eastlands and everton won there , its crap to say our best team wouldnt have a chance of getting a result- they are not barcelona! we would have had a chance if wed gone for it , rather than wave the white flag.
if we dont think we can beat any better teams with us then we might as well not bother if thats your argument. so, we lost 4-0 in dec , we also beat them in jan and would have given them a tough game if wed put out our best available team.
Blues "shouldn't" have beaten Arsenal. If they'd played a weakened side they wouldn't have. If you don't try, you don't deserve to win. Houllier is a chuffing disgrace.
Dear RandyCould you clear it up for us fans. Did you tell GH to throw in the towel before the kick off and cause complete disrespect for the travelling fans and the good name of our club? Or did he take upon himself. Either way one of you should walk.
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