andyD Posted October 14, 2016 Share Posted October 14, 2016 How about: Craig Gordon Russell Martin - Steven Anderson - Christophe Berra - Kieran Tierney John McGinn - Kevin McDonald Ikechi Anya - Oliver Burke - Andrew Robertson Leigh Griffiths Marshall's not done much wrong, I just think Gordon's better at organising a defense. I like Paterson, but should probably bring him in bit by bit, and it is Martin's actual position. Anderson, Berra and McDonald give us some real physicality in the middle of defense and shielding them. McGinn's seems lively, eager and can spread the ball around reasonably well. Ketch, Burke and Robertson give us a bit of pace, Robertson's delivery is always a threat and Anya playing down the right means he's crossing on his good foot. It's never gonna happen, I know... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sbcmfc Posted October 14, 2016 Share Posted October 14, 2016 36 minutes ago, scoobydoo said: Why didn't Robertson play against Slovakia? I believe he wasn't 100% fit after Saturday, so that swap seems fair enough. Thought Tierney did ok too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andyD Posted October 14, 2016 Share Posted October 14, 2016 37 minutes ago, scoobydoo said: Why didn't Robertson play against Slovakia? He was injured. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scoobydoo Posted October 14, 2016 Share Posted October 14, 2016 3 minutes ago, sbcmfc said: I believe he wasn't 100% fit after Saturday, so that swap seems fair enough. Thought Tierney did ok too. 3 minutes ago, andyD said: He was injured. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Third Lanark Posted October 14, 2016 Share Posted October 14, 2016 3 hours ago, Gala Tartan Army (Borders) said: I completely agree with you about Burke , but you are out of order with your John McGinn comment . McGinn is class . He was man of the match against Denmark but never gets a minute of playing time until the last 10 minutes on Tuesday , when with his first touch of the game he set up Griffiths with a clear chance .John McGinn offers much more than Ritchie,Bannon or I'm sad to say Darren Fletcher . I know McGinn is a good player but he needs to get playing at a higher level. Hibs may not get promoted this year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ParisInAKilt Posted October 14, 2016 Share Posted October 14, 2016 2 hours ago, aaid said: Anyone could play in midfield by the same token but I doubt McKay or Naismith could play the role that Bannan was supposed to be playing. Naismith could have replaced Bannan and played as an advanced midfielder, with McArthur sitting back. Bizarre sending these players back if they were fit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobby Russell's Lovechild Posted October 14, 2016 Share Posted October 14, 2016 4 hours ago, andyD said: He was injured. And yet still had a place on the bench for him, whilst sending the other lads home Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mcfadden11 Posted October 14, 2016 Share Posted October 14, 2016 (edited) 6 hours ago, Squirrelhumper said: Best part of it is that he sent Naisy, Burke and McKay home yet named TWO keepers on the bench. The name is a complete and utter moron. 33 minutes ago, Bobby Russell's Lovechild said: And yet still had a place on the bench for him, whilst sending the other lads home I think everyone in the squad is on the bench nowadays. Dont think the numbet is limited. Robertson was likely injured however kept around for emergencies and therefore named in the squad. Edited October 14, 2016 by Mcfadden11 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
northernscum Posted October 15, 2016 Share Posted October 15, 2016 Strachan seems to be falling into the same trap as Levein, overthinking everything and thinking he is far more clever than he actually is, or needs to be. Just play the guys who are in form and confident, they are all professionals, they will be able to adapt to different systems if need be. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
er yir macaroon Posted October 15, 2016 Share Posted October 15, 2016 39 minutes ago, northernscum said: Strachan seems to be falling into the same trap as Levein, overthinking everything and thinking he is far more clever than he actually is, or needs to be. Just play the guys who are in form and confident, they are all professionals, they will be able to adapt to different systems if need be. Overthinking is his biggest flaw. Just use common sense and get on with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caledonian Craig Posted October 15, 2016 Share Posted October 15, 2016 Burke should have played against Slovakia. He is the only player available to us at present playing at the highest level who has pace and skill to take people on and create chances. He is the sort of player that we need in our side not getting sent home halfway through a double header. Unless there is something he has done wrong post-Lithuania match that has been hushed up that he needed disciplining then I see no sense in sending him home. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joecraigfanclub Posted October 15, 2016 Share Posted October 15, 2016 15 minutes ago, Caledonian Craig said: Burke should have played against Slovakia. He is the only player available to us at present playing at the highest level who has pace and skill to take people on and create chances. He is the sort of player that we need in our side not getting sent home halfway through a double header. Unless there is something he has done wrong post-Lithuania match that has been hushed up that he needed disciplining then I see no sense in sending him home. Totally agree Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
northernscum Posted October 15, 2016 Share Posted October 15, 2016 Did any of our intrepid journalists pluck up the courage to ask our national team manager about these seemingly bizarre decisions? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobby Russell's Lovechild Posted October 16, 2016 Share Posted October 16, 2016 11 hours ago, northernscum said: Did any of our intrepid journalists pluck up the courage to ask our national team manager about these seemingly bizarre decisions? Dunno, but the Leipzig assistant manager supposedly tried to contact Strachan for an explanation, but got no reply Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fringo Posted October 16, 2016 Share Posted October 16, 2016 2 hours ago, Bobby Russell's Lovechild said: Dunno, but the Leipzig assistant manager supposedly tried to contact Strachan for an explanation, but got no reply He can't hear anyone as he's he's got his fingers firmly planted in his ears. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
86glebestreet Posted October 16, 2016 Share Posted October 16, 2016 On 14 October 2016 at 8:25 PM, Mcfadden11 said: I think everyone in the squad is on the bench nowadays. Dont think the numbet is limited. Robertson was likely injured however kept around for emergencies and therefore named in the squad. On the bench today Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
86glebestreet Posted October 16, 2016 Share Posted October 16, 2016 1 hour ago, 86glebestreet said: On the bench today On for last 10 min Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marky Posted October 16, 2016 Share Posted October 16, 2016 Missed a sitter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
killiefaetheferry Posted October 16, 2016 Share Posted October 16, 2016 one on one, keeper did well. Should have scored. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macy37 Posted October 16, 2016 Share Posted October 16, 2016 On 13/10/2016 at 9:16 PM, North East Loon said: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macy37 Posted October 16, 2016 Share Posted October 16, 2016 I've no clue what happened there /\ ?! Anyhow... joint 2nd and unbeaten in the league is an incredible start for a newly promoted side. Be interesting to see if it continues. Could the boy be playing CL football next season while Strachan continues to leave him out? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daviebee Posted October 16, 2016 Share Posted October 16, 2016 10 minutes ago, macy37 said: I've no clue what happened there /\ ?! Anyhow... joint 2nd and unbeaten in the league is an incredible start for a newly promoted side. Be interesting to see if it continues. Could the boy be playing CL football next season while Strachan continues to leave him out? No cos Strachan will be gone long before then. He'll be gone on Nov 12th IMO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoonTheSlope Posted October 16, 2016 Share Posted October 16, 2016 1 hour ago, macy37 said: On 13 October 2016 at 9:16 PM, North East Loon said: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chief Posted October 16, 2016 Share Posted October 16, 2016 He's hardly been left out, started 2 out of 3 qualifiers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bonzo Posted October 16, 2016 Share Posted October 16, 2016 I think if he was sent home he's been left out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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