Feyenoord (h) pre-match thread

[MarsLlama]

I have a feeling those expecting Foden, Diaz and Adarabioyo to start tonight will be disappointed.

 

[SWP's back]

And how is your prediction true?

He says “not true” to the poster saying we should start our strongest possible line up tonight. It’s not true as a) it’s a stupid idea and b) Pep has already said he will start with players that didn’t start at the weekend.

 

[SWP's back]

I have a feeling those expecting Foden, Diaz and Adarabioyo to start tonight will be disappointed.

I’m certain that those wanting our strongest possible 11 will also be disappointed.

 

[uwe rosler 28]

And how is your prediction true?

Sorry should have put its not true we have to start with our strongest team possible.

 

[Thekinkygoat]

-------------------Bravo--------------------
-----Danilo------Tosin--------Mangala----
------------------Yaya-----------------------
---------Gundogan-----Foden-------------
B.Silva---------------------------------Diaz
------------Aguero--Nmecha--------------

Luke Bolton is the B list striker, not Nmecha.

 

[OrigamiNinja]

Luke Bolton is the B list striker, not Nmecha.

Thanks. Bolton instead then.

 

[Thekinkygoat]

Thanks. Bolton instead then.

Full squad list here, big B list named.

http://www.uefa.com/uefachampionsleague/season=2018/clubs/club=52919/squad/index.html

 

[theres only one carlito]

I’m going for a UEFA record equaling 8-0

 

[Uptop]

Critical positions in the squad are LB with only Delph (Danilo being serviceable) and the Pivot with Fern (Yaya and Gundogan could fill in but lack his defensive tenacity for important games) so need to rest them when we get the chance.

Outside that Kev and/or Silva could do with a rest as could Sane & Sterling and probably Walker too. Also not sure if Kompany will play again so soon after his come back.

Players who could do with so time are Gundogan, B.Silva and Danilo and maybe Yaya if he still has life in his legs yet.

Would like to see Tosin, Foden and Diaz given a decent amount of minutes.

 

[Kinkys Left Foot]

---------------------Bravo-------------------
Walker---Otamendi---Mangala---Danilo
---------------------Toure-------------------
----------Gundogan-------Silva------------
Bernardo----------Aguero--------Sterling

Bench: Ederson, Delph, Adarabioyo, Fernandinho, Foden, Diaz, Jesus

If we're in control of the game we can hopefully get Foden on for D. Silva around 60 minutes then Diaz on for Sterling around the 70 minute mark. Maybe even sooner if we're a couple of goals ahead.

Alternatively, if Toure is looking as off the pace as he did against Wolves, we might want to make changes that allow us to have a look at either Gundogan or Danilo in that deep midfield role.

It's a bit of a shame we weren't able to register Zinchenko for the Champions League, but perhaps he can get some minutes at home to Southampton or West Ham.

The most sensible Ive seen so far!
I cant see any of the kids starting but I would like to see them on with an hour gone, game position allowing.
We'll know more once the U-19 team is named this afternoon if Brahim and Foden aren't in it they're minimum on the bench tonight.
Clearly we need to win this game to ensure topping the group to:
a) Play round of 16 2nd leg at home
b) Send the reserve squad to the Ukraine and keep the 1st 11 ready for the derby - I'd be happy if Eddie, Walker, Kompany, Ottamendi, David, KDB, Jesus, Raz, Aguero and Sane dont even get on the plane.

 

[edinburgh123]

Not sure why numerous people think we will go under strength. Win tonight and Napoli get a point - we win group and play reserves in game before Utd. Don't win tonight and then we may have to play first team away in Ukraine before Derby. That makes no sense. Also Feyernord will be up for it as they can still get in the Consolation Cup

 

[Rolee]

Not sure why numerous people think we will go under strength. Win tonight and Napoli get a point - we win group and play reserves in game before Utd. Don't win tonight and then we may have to play first team away in Ukraine before Derby. That makes no sense. Also Feyernord will be up for it as they can still get in the Consolation Cup

Maybe because they listened to Pep?

"Against Feyenoord I will change the team completely”.

 

[bellsouth]

A lot to be excited about tonight. Keep the winning run going, top the group, get some game time into the squad players and probably see a glimpse into our future with an appearance or two from the youngsters. Can't wait!

 

[m32blue]

Very busy in Shambles with Feyenoord fans,few flares and fireworks being let off
Looks like its going to be a lively evening

 

[Norwegian_Blue]

Neither Diaz or Foden starts or are on the bench in the youth match.

 

[CityStu]

Not sure why numerous people think we will go under strength. Win tonight and Napoli get a point - we win group and play reserves in game before Utd. Don't win tonight and then we may have to play first team away in Ukraine before Derby. That makes no sense. Also Feyernord will be up for it as they can still get in the Consolation Cup

Not sure why numerous people think an under strength City side won't beat Feyenoord.

 

[MCFC1993]

Looks like Foden and Diaz are in the squad tonight:

 

[Thekinkygoat]

Looks like Foden and Diaz are in the squad tonight:

Tosin and Bolton could also be looking at that.

 

[CityStu]

Looks like Foden and Diaz are in the squad tonight:

Possibly Nmecha too...

 

[Thekinkygoat]

Possibly Nmecha too...

Not on the B list so ineligible.