berndog Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 Pepi time on ESPN+ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Floppo Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 7 minutes ago, The Z Machine said: I think the JMo inclusion is interesting. Can he play on the wing or be an inside fwd in a 3 man front? How has his form been since return from injury? Can he play defense at all? His post injury form is basically that US v Bosnia game (where he looked solid) and a couple of Sounders appearances (where he was getting his legs back). This is where playing in that camp in front of GGG has helped him. He's a nips type of defender...which is good- very hard work and willingness to throw himself in there. I think of him more on the wing, but didn't really watch him for club where he might pinch in more...but he's taylor made for the US wide forward IMO. And he has a left foot finally! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Floppo Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 14 minutes ago, berndog said: Pepi time on ESPN+ It's my second time watching Aug. But it's a rough watch...like so many of the US players teams. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
berndog Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 1 minute ago, El Floppo said: It's my second time watching Aug. But it's a rough watch...like so many of the US players teams. Indeed rough to watch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dinsy Ejotuz Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 GB Reddit. Googled: "USMNT Simulation Reddit", and boom. https://www.reddit.com/user/el_noido/ Dude has all kinds of good content. Post Oct window sim has the US averaging 25.7pts, with about a 90% chance of finishing top-3. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dinsy Ejotuz Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 (edited) As you'd expect for this window, dropping points to ELS or HON would be awful. And even a draw at Canada is a good result. And Canada (x2) or Mexico dropping points away is definitely on the table. Expected points from the three games: 6.7 So six hurts slightly and seven puts us a little ahead. Four or five points and we'd all live in Newly Retired's headspace for a month. Nine and we could book those non-refundable tickets. Edited January 22 by Dinsy Ejotuz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewlyRetired Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 More good news is that Weah is starting today. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewlyRetired Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 Robinson and Rem with their regular starts, Dike gets his first start today. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prefontaine Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 1 hour ago, El Floppo said: So who else should replace these guys....Sarge? Tessman? Busio? Alex? Ledezma? A case for Busio for sure, I'm on fence between him and Acosta- probably leaning Busio, but of course the drop is substantial to either of them if Adams can't go 270. And maybe this is LDLTs moment...and I vastly prefer him at the 8 to replace Musah and/or Swag, but don't know if he plays the 6. Serious question....who else would be clearly better here? I want there to be somebody. Honestly the midfield trio is pretty set. The guys that are on the fringe are not really deserving of a call. Tessmann hasn't played well or enough. Busio has COVID. No one else has really emerged. Hopefully a Ledezma, LDT, Bassett, Pomykal, Williamson, or even a guy like Nyeman can emerge before the world cup to go along with Busio as a clear backup. But Adams is on a yellow so I fully expect Acosta to be forced to start a game. And I'm pretty afraid we'll line up Llegett, Acosta, Roldan vs Canada. One hopes that Berhalter would manage minutes if we get a lead vs ELS. And yes, the RB situation is just stupid. At some point in the window, someone will play left back out of position. I don't care if you bring Scally, Bello, or Vines but one of them should have been on the roster for LB cover vs carrying 4 RBs. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Z Machine Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 38 minutes ago, Dinsy Ejotuz said: Nine and we could book those non-refundable tickets. Still not going to Qatar. Effing cheaters. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Z Machine Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 4 minutes ago, prefontaine said: one of them should have been on the roster for LB cover vs carrying 4 RBs But we all know the attack flows through the right side because Arriola will play there. The left side attack is way less talented. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dinsy Ejotuz Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 (edited) 22 minutes ago, prefontaine said: Hopefully a Ledezma, LDT, Bassett, Pomykal, Williamson, or even a guy like Nyeman can emerge before the world cup LDT is in camp, Williamson (who I loved seeing over the summer) is hurt, and I've seen enough of Pomykal. Ledezma, Bassett and Nyeman seem a cycle away and certainly not proven (I admittedly don't know much). IMO the Zardes, Morris, Arriola, Roldan and Lletget type player is still in the mix because they're probably still in our top-x available players at any given time. Edited January 22 by Dinsy Ejotuz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Z Machine Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 27 minutes ago, Dinsy Ejotuz said: IMO the Zardes, Morris, Arriola, Roldan and Lletget type player is still in the mix because they're probably still in our top-x available players at any given time. One of these is not like the other. He's the one that rarely generates any forward progress, stunting the momentum. Basically the anti-Musah. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Z Machine Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 I got nothing against Arriola or Zardoz at this point. Both bust their ### on the field and have shown their value in pressing lesser teams. They will be useful against ELS. Roldan I'm ok with just to see him get another win over his brother. It's great to see them on the field together. He's got limited upside but can hold his own against ELS and HON. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whoknew Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 Got some cold damn games coming up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TLEF316 Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 (edited) The thing that bothers me.... You want to bring a couple of less talented players because they "fit your system"....ok. I can live with that (considering we're talking about bench guys). That being said....if we see a lleget, Roldan, Acosta MF...I will just lose my mind. You want to bring some MORE talented players that maybe unbalances the roster a little bit....ok But bringing LESS talented players that also results in roster imbalance? That's just absurd. We're not carrying 4 RB's because they're 4 of our best 10 (or even 15) players. We're doing it to get Brooks Lennon in the mix. A 24 year old OK (not a star) MLS player who hasn't played a competitive game in 2 months. Scally is in-season and a versatile piece that can help at several spots in a pinch. And he's a 19 year old that will/should absolutely be a key rotational player for the future. Even if you're not crazy high on his talent, his omission in a 3 match window with the conditions we'll be dealing with is inexcusable. Edited January 22 by TLEF316 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Floppo Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 1 hour ago, prefontaine said: Honestly the midfield trio is pretty set. The guys that are on the fringe are not really deserving of a call. Tessmann hasn't played well or enough. Busio has COVID. No one else has really emerged. Hopefully a Ledezma, LDT, Bassett, Pomykal, Williamson, or even a guy like Nyeman can emerge before the world cup to go along with Busio as a clear backup. But Adams is on a yellow so I fully expect Acosta to be forced to start a game. And I'm pretty afraid we'll line up Llegett, Acosta, Roldan vs Canada. One hopes that Berhalter would manage minutes if we get a lead vs ELS. And yes, the RB situation is just stupid. At some point in the window, someone will play left back out of position. I don't care if you bring Scally, Bello, or Vines but one of them should have been on the roster for LB cover vs carrying 4 RBs. I watched a bit of the GGG presser and just learned that Busio was called but got Covid. He was asked about the RBs vs LB and said all the guys (minus Lennon) and Acosta could provide cover. Because LB is such an easy position to fill and learn on the fly. Dumbfounded nobody asked why Scally wasn't called. Yeah...MMA all the way. Tbh, while I agree he might rotate heavily vs Canada, I'd still love to see MMA try to go all three games. The US has been ineffectual/aimless without all three of them on the field together; this is the window to go for max points and push their limits. Sadly, the drop to Acosta is huge. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Floppo Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 51 minutes ago, Dinsy Ejotuz said: and I've seen enough of Pomykal Wasn't he hurt most of a year? He was looking great before that...or did I miss a big chunk of playing recently that would make you think this? 9 minutes ago, TLEF316 said: The thing that bothers me.... You want to bring a couple of less talented players because they "fit your system"....ok. I can live with that (considering we're talking about bench guys). That being said....if we see a lleget, Roldan, Acosta MF...I will just lose my mind. You want to bring some MORE talented players that maybe unbalances the roster a little bit....ok But bringing LESS talented players that also results in roster imbalance? That's just absurd. We're not carrying 4 RB's because they're 4 of our best 10 (or even 15) players. We're doing it to get Brooks Lennon in the mix. A 24 year old OK (not a star) MLS player who hasn't played a competitive game in 2 months. Scally is in-season and a versatile piece that can help at several spots in a pinch. And he's a 19 year old that will/should absolutely be a key rotational player for the future. Even if you're not crazy high on his talent, his omission in a 3 match window with the conditions we'll be dealing with is inexcusable. Scallys the one absence that makes zero sense to me. The rest...pool or a pond. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dinsy Ejotuz Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 (edited) 8 minutes ago, El Floppo said: Wasn't he hurt most of a year? He was looking great before that...or did I miss a big chunk of playing recently that would make you think this? Doh! Wrong player. I was thinking of Yueill there. Edited January 22 by Dinsy Ejotuz 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewlyRetired Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 21 minutes ago, El Floppo said: . Sadly, the drop to Acosta is huge. Acosta's best games have been at the 6. His worst is at the 8, where unfortunately has seen most of his minutes. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewlyRetired Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 Steffen did not dress today..... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewlyRetired Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 Tessman with the tough task of starting against Inter today. 1-1 at half, but 70%+ possession for Inter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewlyRetired Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 (edited) Curse of Jozy strikes again. Looks like Dike tore his hamstring. Edited January 22 by NewlyRetired 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Floppo Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 Just now, NewlyRetired said: Curse of Josy strikes again. Looks like Dike tore his hamstring. Wtf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewlyRetired Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 56 minutes ago, NewlyRetired said: Tessman with the tough task of starting against Inter today. 1-1 at half, but 70%+ possession for Inter. Tessman went 66 minutes but Inter found a 90th minute winner at 2-1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Floppo Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 1 hour ago, NewlyRetired said: Acosta's best games have been at the 6. His worst is at the 8, where unfortunately has seen most of his minutes. I can't remember if he's looked bad at the 6 too...feel like he has. Konrad didn't dress today again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewlyRetired Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 59 minutes ago, El Floppo said: I can't remember if he's looked bad at the 6 too...feel like he has.. He has, but he has also put in some all time great games(for a US player) at the 6 like against Mexico in the Gold Cup final. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Floppo Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 Musah goal vs Atletico Mad! 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dinsy Ejotuz Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 2 minutes ago, El Floppo said: Musah goal vs Atletico Mad! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Z Machine Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 26 minutes ago, El Floppo said: Musah goal vs Atletico Mad! Oh I'm mad alright. Freaking Atleti's defense is horrific this season. I would hate to lose Simeone due to this craptastic season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Floppo Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 Reading that KdlF has been out injured. So really, the fury over GGGs selection is about Scally, Brooks/CCV, and Prefok. Backup LB/RB, 4th or 5th choice CB and a backup forward who has never looked quite right for the US. Again...Scally seemed an obvious choice, but otherwise not much to be furious about. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Z Machine Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 2 minutes ago, El Floppo said: Reading that KdlF has been out injured. So really, the fury over GGGs selection is about Scally, Brooks/CCV, and Prefok. Backup LB/RB, 4th or 5th choice CB and a backup forward who has never looked quite right for the US. Again...Scally seemed an obvious choice, but otherwise not much to be furious about. They could have just left Lletget of the roster and brought anyone else. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewlyRetired Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 * Pulisic, Weah and Aaronson can split the 540 minutes at wing * Zimm, Miles and Richards can split the 540 minutes at CB * Pepi and Zardes should get the majority of the 270 minutes. * Dest should play ~180 of 270 at RB and then choose one of others for matchups (specifically Buchannan if he plays on the left in place of Davies) * I don't care who plays between Steffen and Turner. * MMA and Jedi should play 270 minutes baring injury and or the luxury of a lead some where to protect a yellow card. This is NOT the window for team building, participation trophies or proving to everyone how deep the roster is. Get max points. Canada might be as vulnerable as we could hope for with a ton of players out of season, missing Davies and playing in front of a smallish crowd due to covid. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Z Machine Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 24 minutes ago, NewlyRetired said: * Pulisic, Weah and Aaronson can split the 540 minutes at wing * Zimm, Miles and Richards can split the 540 minutes at CB * Pepi and Zardes should get the majority of the 270 minutes. * Dest should play ~180 of 270 at RB and then choose one of others for matchups (specifically Buchannan if he plays on the left in place of Davies) * I don't care who plays between Steffen and Turner. * MMA and Jedi should play 270 minutes baring injury and or the luxury of a lead some where to protect a yellow card. This is NOT the window for team building, participation trophies or proving to everyone how deep the roster is. Get max points. Canada might be as vulnerable as we could hope for with a ton of players out of season, missing Davies and playing in front of a smallish crowd due to covid. This is how you get a world cup. Grind out the games that you should win, take your chances when it's a coin flip. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Floppo Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 Musah is a sith Lord of the dark arts. This game was essentially unwatchable for the entire second half. His goal though....driving the ball at goal and actually hitting a shot on goal- the US is desperate for that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Floppo Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 40 minutes ago, NewlyRetired said: * Pulisic, Weah and Aaronson can split the 540 minutes at wing * Zimm, Miles and Richards can split the 540 minutes at CB * Pepi and Zardes should get the majority of the 270 minutes. * Dest should play ~180 of 270 at RB and then choose one of others for matchups (specifically Buchannan if he plays on the left in place of Davies) * I don't care who plays between Steffen and Turner. * MMA and Jedi should play 270 minutes baring injury and or the luxury of a lead some where to protect a yellow card. This is NOT the window for team building, participation trophies or proving to everyone how deep the roster is. Get max points. Canada might be as vulnerable as we could hope for with a ton of players out of season, missing Davies and playing in front of a smallish crowd due to covid. This is exactly where I am too. Adams carrying a yellow gives me some concern...why I keep bringing up that deep drop to Acosta. But there's nobody else, so here we are. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Floppo Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 I turned the game off when Musah subbed out in like the 88th. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Z Machine Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 26 minutes ago, El Floppo said: I turned the game off when Musah subbed out in like the 88th. Whoops. I wasn't watching but that ending was ridiculous. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Floppo Posted January 22 Share Posted January 22 34 minutes ago, El Floppo said: Musah is a sith Lord of the dark arts. I'm not the only one recognizing (from a cup game a couple weeks ago where had the opponents home fans absolutely howling at him every time he did this stuff) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ted Lange as your Bartender Posted January 23 Share Posted January 23 Per source, hearing that D.C. United have received an offer for teenager Kevin Paredes from #VFLWolfsburg. The MLS side has reportedly valued the player in the $8-$9 million range. Talks ongoing between the clubs from what I gather. #DCUnited #wolfsburg https://twitter.com/kristianrdyer/status/1484967568611885061?s=10 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Floppo Posted January 23 Share Posted January 23 On 1/19/2022 at 12:48 PM, El Floppo said: 1/19/2022 at 7:44 AM, Ted Lange as your Bartender said: Well this site looks like it’ll come in handy http://usmnt-tracker.com Still loving this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewlyRetired Posted January 23 Share Posted January 23 Fulham won again today. They have now opened up an 8 point lead on second. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ted Lange as your Bartender Posted January 23 Share Posted January 23 VeneziAmerica striking again? Second, and of greater consequence: I hear Venezia is negotiating to land Jordan Pefok. Doesn't mean the deal will happen, but the club is trying: https://twitter.com/thegoalkeeper/status/1485096447385247745?s=10 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McBokonon Posted January 23 Share Posted January 23 Bryan Reynolds joining Kortrijk on loan for the rest of the season. They’re currently in 8th in the Belgian Pro League, which is the last spot in the Europa League playoffs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Floppo Posted January 23 Share Posted January 23 42 minutes ago, McBokonon said: Bryan Reynolds joining Kortrijk on loan for the rest of the season. They’re currently in 8th in the Belgian Pro League, which is the last spot in the Europa League playoffs. Pronounced: HopehegetsPT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ramsay Hunt Experience Posted January 23 Share Posted January 23 Mustachio now out of the qualifiers for Canada with Covid. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Floppo Posted January 23 Share Posted January 23 CP starts on the bench today vs Spurs...behind Ziyech, Mount and CHO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Floppo Posted January 23 Share Posted January 23 (edited) LDLT went 90 in a tie vs these guys. eta: Ledezma stayed on the bench in the loss vs Ajax... not these guys. Edited January 23 by El Floppo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Floppo Posted January 23 Share Posted January 23 Miazga vs Dest at 3... at least their teams- we'll see about whether they play. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ramsay Hunt Experience Posted January 23 Share Posted January 23 Some Twitter source was linking Marsch to Everton this morning. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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