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Post by richie on Nov 17, 2021 15:46:08 GMT
Looking ahead to the weekend, its hard not top be positive given the recent results.
Tranmere look to be on the slide from their early good form, they don't concede many but don't score either. Despite the number of games (and extra time) I think we have this and if we win we'll go up at least one spot in the league!
I see they have some pedigree to be wary of though, Jay Spearing and Callum McManaman are top players in L2 but I also see Tom Davies sat on the bench for last weeks game with Sutton - anyone know why, guessing he was nursing one of his famous injuries?
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Post by percy on Nov 17, 2021 15:59:44 GMT
Always worry when we've had a huge mid week game with extra time too, but with quite a few (midfield at least) to pick from and a number not playing more than 30 minutes, we should be well up for this and on a roll!
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Post by gashead4ever on Nov 17, 2021 16:01:54 GMT
also u got swindon 7th playing newport 6th and orient 9th playing sutton 8th
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Post by Colyton Gas on Nov 17, 2021 16:09:25 GMT
The lesser Bristol team also at home.Bit rare that ain't it?
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Post by rememberhalifax on Nov 17, 2021 17:39:08 GMT
Used to have a good relationship with Tranmere, remember them being very sporting when we won a vital game up there on a Friday night during Twerton days and we repaid compliment by sportingly applauding there Leyland daf win at Wembley against us, like us, did well to regain league place quickly after falling into national league, hope we can finish off a good week in style with 3 points, none of this 'after the lord mayors show 'stuff Rovers ! turn a great week into a Brilliant one, a lot to ask but we can do it!
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Post by bluebiro on Nov 17, 2021 17:52:14 GMT
Who starts the match will be the question. So many choices in every position apart from belshaw. May be the case who turns up first in the morning gets the nod to begin.
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Post by percy on Nov 17, 2021 18:06:50 GMT
Who starts the match will be the question. So many choices in every position apart from belshaw. May be the case who turns up first in the morning gets the nod to begin. I'd be surprised if it wasnt the same starting team as Northampton (injuries allowing) but not sure if Alfie was just rested or more? For sure Jones, Spence and Anderton have played themselves into starting contention tho |
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Post by bluebiro on Nov 17, 2021 18:13:46 GMT
Who starts the match will be the question. So many choices in every position apart from belshaw. May be the case who turns up first in the morning gets the nod to begin. I'd be surprised if it wasnt the same starting team as Northampton (injuries allowing) but not sure if Alfie was just rested or more? For sure Jones, Spence and Anderton have played themselves into starting contention tho anderton has been immense these last few games and grant seems a new player in the same position and last night he seemed to be everywhere. |
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Post by gulfofaden on Nov 17, 2021 20:03:53 GMT
Who starts the match will be the question. So many choices in every position apart from belshaw. May be the case who turns up first in the morning gets the nod to begin. I'd be surprised if it wasnt the same starting team as Northampton (injuries allowing) but not sure if Alfie was just rested or more? For sure Jones, Spence and Anderton have played themselves into starting contention tho I thought Anderton was pretty much in the team anyway? Anderton is the wing back not the really tall CB right? |
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Post by Hudson1883 on Nov 17, 2021 20:12:47 GMT
I'd be surprised if it wasnt the same starting team as Northampton (injuries allowing) but not sure if Alfie was just rested or more? For sure Jones, Spence and Anderton have played themselves into starting contention tho I thought Anderton was pretty much in the team anyway? Anderton is the wing back not the really tall CB right? Anderson - Winger Anderton - Left (wing) back |
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Post by gulfofaden on Nov 17, 2021 20:24:22 GMT
I thought Anderton was pretty much in the team anyway? Anderton is the wing back not the really tall CB right? Anderson - Winger Anderton - Left (wing) back Hmm. I see this formation differently. We play a back three of which Anderton is one. I term these as 3 centre backs. Anderton is a big tall guy who plays this role and doesn’t look like a wing back. He’s one of a back 3. We play broadly 5 in midfield - 3 in the middle and 2 wing backs who go forward and also protect the flanks. This is where I see AnderSON playing. I don’t see this position as a winger - wingers are in 442. Grant has been playing this role on the other side . I’m willing to be corrected here as I had this converse in with someone else but I don’t think Anderton is a wing back, he’s a left back or more like a left centre back |
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Post by Windmill Hill Gas on Nov 17, 2021 21:08:02 GMT
The lesser Bristol team also at home.Bit rare that ain't it? That's why it was originally on friday |
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Post by Squiffy on Nov 18, 2021 10:27:12 GMT
Who starts the match will be the question. So many choices in every position apart from belshaw. May be the case who turns up first in the morning gets the nod to begin. Who starts the Matchday thread is also an important question. Is it league or cup winner who stays on, and do either of them have a purple coat? 🤔 |
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Post by GasAttacK on Nov 18, 2021 10:55:18 GMT
It's probably going to be quite a tight game and hopefully won't be a case of after the lord mayor's show.
Tranmere have the best defensive record in L1 or L2, just 11 goals conceded in 16 games.
However, they are also the joint lowest scorers in L2.
Their recent form is nothing special but they have only lost 1 of their last 6 away games in all competitions, winning 3.
Crawley 0-1 Tranmere (FA Cup)
Mansfield 2-0 Tranmere
Harrogate 2-2 Tranmere
Carlisle 0-1 Tranmere
Salford City 0-2 Tranmere (EFL Trophy)
Forest Green 0-0 Tranmere
3 Wins, 2 Draws and 1 Loss from their last 6 away games is a very good return.
They've also had a free week to prepare while we were invlovled in a gruelling 120 minute cup tie with Oxford.
I'm still hopeful we'll be able to continue our recent improvement and bag another 3 points but I'm expecting a tight game.
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Post by legas on Nov 18, 2021 11:35:50 GMT
Used to have a good relationship with Tranmere, remember them being very sporting when we won a vital game up there on a Friday night during Twerton days and we repaid compliment by sportingly applauding there Leyland daf win at Wembley against us, like us, did well to regain league place quickly after falling into national league, hope we can finish off a good week in style with 3 points, none of this 'after the lord mayors show 'stuff Rovers ! turn a great week into a Brilliant one, a lot to ask but we can do it! And don’t forget the brilliant reception they got at Twerton after they stuffed city 6-1 (I think) the week before. |
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Post by ineedgas on Nov 18, 2021 16:52:04 GMT
Blimey Bristol will be full of Rovers fan's this Saturday, us Tranmere and Blackburn playing down the road. Could be confusing for a idiot 🙄😁
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Post by yattongas on Nov 18, 2021 17:16:49 GMT
If we win sat can we say we’re now in the promotion race for real ?
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Post by yattongas on Nov 18, 2021 17:17:22 GMT
Blimey Bristol will be full of Rovers fan's this Saturday, us Tranmere and Blackburn playing down the road. Could be confusing for a idiot 🙄😁 Don’t get it , I’m confused 🤔 |
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Post by trevorgas on Nov 18, 2021 17:56:53 GMT
Blimey Bristol will be full of Rovers fan's this Saturday, us Tranmere and Blackburn playing down the road. Could be confusing for a idiot 🙄😁 Don’t get it , I’m confused 🤔 Your not really confused are you ? |
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Post by playtowin on Nov 18, 2021 19:19:22 GMT
Blimey Bristol will be full of Rovers fan's this Saturday, us Tranmere and Blackburn playing down the road. Could be confusing for a idiot 🙄😁 How often do 2 BRFC's win in bristol on the same day ? Fingers crossed for the double. |
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