Paris Saint-Germain (A) - CL - Tue 28 Sep 20:00 | Pre-Match Thread

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Ethan23 said:
good to see Wilson-Esbrand in the squad, about time we gave a LB from the academy a chance
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Christ but that's a good twenty-one players!

Much as I liked what I saw of the lad the other night, I have a question. Not very sure about the rules: would that mean that Zin would be ruled out of the left back position for all group games? Because I wouldn't be in favour of that. But perhaps it's not the case. I've always been a bit hazy about the complexity of who can and cannot be picked in CL games.
 
Anyone who thinks this isnt a big game is deluding themselves - this game will be watched across the whole of Europe like the last 2 were. We are perceived as a club by the World by our performances in the Champions League as those are the matches watched by the bigger global audience. In terms of the outcome of the Group it isn't the be all and end all and yes the Premier League has a large audience but im not sure as global as the CL. Include the fact Pep ALWAYS goes very strong in this competition and line ups including EDS or U23 kids are a fantasy (unless we were desperate in a particular position - they could obviously get a few minutes if they are in the squad and on the bench in some games for big game experience). Pep may rotate and Stones, Ferna, Sterling, Mahrez & Torres may start or may come on or any combination of both.
I'm looking forward to the game but don't think last year will have any bearing on the outcome. They are stronger - no doubt. That front three on their day could take any defence apart - ours included, on another day we keep a clean sheet and win the game. Its what makes football so intriguing. Testing yourself at the highest level is every top footballers dream. Jack will be looking forward to going up against the Goat, Mbappe and Neymar etc. its where you can make a name for yourself and legends are born. I'll still Boooo their theme tune but bring it on I say.......
 
Kinkys Left Foot said:
Anyone who thinks this isnt a big game is deluding themselves - this game will be watched across the whole of Europe like the last 2 were.
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Who thinks that? Of course it's a big game. With the decline of the two Spanish clubs, and Juventus (in relative terms), it's now one of the biggest in Europe. No question. What some people are arguing I think, is that it won't be a total disaster in terms of progressing from the group if we don't win it.
 
Lovebitesandeveryfing said:
Christ but that's a good twenty-one players!

Much as I liked what I saw of the lad the other night, I have a question. Not very sure about the rules: would that mean that Zin would be ruled out of the left back position for all group games? Because I wouldn't be in favour of that. But perhaps it's not the case. I've always been a bit hazy about the complexity of who can and cannot be picked in CL games.
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Zinchy is injured at the moment
 
Lovebitesandeveryfing said:
Christ but that's a good twenty-one players!

Much as I liked what I saw of the lad the other night, I have a question. Not very sure about the rules: would that mean that Zin would be ruled out of the left back position for all group games? Because I wouldn't be in favour of that. But perhaps it's not the case. I've always been a bit hazy about the complexity of who can and cannot be picked in CL games.
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Zinchenko has played in the CL against Leipzig. He is just injured now.
 
lionheart said:
Not sure why we need three keepers. Surely it would been more useful to give Lavia, Mbete or Palmer some European travel experience.
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They’ll always take three keepers in case one gets injured in training. Lavia and Palmer need games so it’s best for them to play for the U19s tomorrow
 
SWPISHOME said:
If Pep is thinking of resting Cancelo or Walker I'd be more then happy to see Wilson-Esbrand starting. What a night it would be for the lad!
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Would be one hell of a challenge for him up against that front three. Not entirely convinced Pep would put him in that position unless he has absolute trust in him and I’d be surprised if he’s there yet.
 
Think there will obviously be some changes from the Chelsea game, not sure whether any of the outfield players will start all three games this week? If anyone you’d probably look at Walker and Dias in terms of fitness and importance to the side.
 
SWPISHOME said:
If Pep is thinking of resting Cancelo or Walker I'd be more then happy to see Wilson-Esbrand starting. What a night it would be for the lad!
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Dont think Pep is going to start him in a game where he would potentially face Messi and Hakimi , probs giving him a breath of champions league air while having him as a backup just in case
 
Just watched that video of the squad training (presumably today) in preparation for the PSG game. Now obviously, they'll be aware of the camera crew being there, so they won't be effing and blinding each other and/or Pep. But there really does appear to be a good spirit in the camp. Lots of smiles and general bonhomie among them, even in the lovely Mancunian autumn weather.
 
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