Genie Posted June 20, 2021 Share Posted June 20, 2021 3 minutes ago, PieFacE said: We should start like this imo. Or if Sterling needs to play then play Sterling LW, Foden RF and Jack in the middle and bench Sancho. We have so many good options. That’s exactly what I’d play. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tinker Posted June 20, 2021 VT Supporter Share Posted June 20, 2021 I would start Philips instead of Rice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PieFacE Posted June 20, 2021 VT Supporter Share Posted June 20, 2021 5 minutes ago, tinker said: I would start Philips instead of Rice Yeah I'd be pretty happy with either of them tbh. Both very good players. I just don't think we need both of them on the pitch. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Davkaus Posted June 20, 2021 Share Posted June 20, 2021 7 minutes ago, StefanAVFC said: The full quote is even more damning Quote Asked specifically about Sancho being involved in Tuesday's clash with the Czech Republic, Southgate replied: "We've got some explosive options and a lot of them are young players and experiencing a big tournament for the first time. "So as a coaching staff we are realistic about our expectations of them as individuals. Sancho has been a regular starter in the Champions League for 3 seasons, and is currently one of th ebest wide players in the world, but Southgate thinks the pressure might be a bit too much. I can't even imagine how I'd feel reading that if I were Sancho. He's getting the Grealish treatment, good and proper. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StefanAVFC Posted June 20, 2021 Share Posted June 20, 2021 1 minute ago, Davkaus said: The full quote is even more damning Sancho has been a regular starter in the Champions League for 3 seasons, and is currently one of th ebest wide players in the world, but Southgate thinks the pressure might be a bit too much. I can't even imagine how I'd feel reading that if I were Sancho. He's getting the Grealish treatment, good and proper. The more amusing thing is the idea that these players come to the England camp and learn something from him. Yeah, course they do Gareth. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
villalad21 Posted June 20, 2021 Share Posted June 20, 2021 Grealish and Sancho should start. Foden been underwhelming tbh. I think he is better centrally 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davkaus Posted June 20, 2021 Share Posted June 20, 2021 Just now, StefanAVFC said: The more amusing thing is the idea that these players come to the England camp and learn something from him. Yeah, course they do Gareth. "Gather rounds, young ones, and let me tell you the things I learnt at Middlesbrough. Middlebrough. It's a football club. No, not anymore, but they did used to be in the Premier League until I took over." 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Silvers Posted June 20, 2021 Share Posted June 20, 2021 Southgate is David Brent, with all the cringe and zero funnies. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sne Posted June 20, 2021 Share Posted June 20, 2021 1 minute ago, Davkaus said: "Gather rounds, young ones, and let me tell you the things I learnt at Middlesbrough. Middlebrough. It's a football club. No, not anymore, but they did used to be in the Premier League until I took over." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
villa4europe Posted June 20, 2021 Share Posted June 20, 2021 7 minutes ago, Davkaus said: The full quote is even more damning Sancho has been a regular starter in the Champions League for 3 seasons, and is currently one of th ebest wide players in the world, but Southgate thinks the pressure might be a bit too much. I can't even imagine how I'd feel reading that if I were Sancho. He's getting the Grealish treatment, good and proper. Picked a player that he doesn't think is ready or can handle the pressure of playing... Putting aside for a minute that that's absolute bollocks... Then why pick him? If that's the key factor for him then why didn't he take Lingard? He makes it up as he goes along 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacketspuds Posted June 20, 2021 Share Posted June 20, 2021 Man Utd are going to spend £75m plus on Sancho, Grealish has been linked with £100m+ moves, yet Southgate knows better. He’s so inconsistent with his bullshit anyway. Phillips has less experience than Sancho, and arguably Bellingham as well, but he still plays. Southgate is a massive helmet. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S-Platt Posted June 20, 2021 VT Supporter Share Posted June 20, 2021 (edited) How do you gain experience in tournament football if never given a chance? What experience did philips rice foden mings shaw and co have before this tournament? What experience did Southgate have to get the Job? He really is getting on my tits now! Just pick the players in form and not put square pegs in round holes like you promised Gareth. Players need to have a showdown with him! Edited June 20, 2021 by S-Platt 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PieFacE Posted June 20, 2021 VT Supporter Share Posted June 20, 2021 Southgate is completely out of his depth. This will be yet another tournament wasted with an incredibly talented squad. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Silvers Posted June 20, 2021 Share Posted June 20, 2021 I've got both performances in our 2 matches in the bottom 3 most boring performances of the tournament so far. Manager is a fraud. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Genie Posted June 20, 2021 Share Posted June 20, 2021 17 minutes ago, tonyh29 said: 100% Bruce would get more out of this squad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maqroll Posted June 20, 2021 Share Posted June 20, 2021 So if England crash out of this tournament earlier than what might be acceptable, is Southgate still locked in as manager through the World Cup or will he be replaced? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
villa4europe Posted June 20, 2021 Share Posted June 20, 2021 1 minute ago, maqroll said: So if England crash out of this tournament earlier than what might be acceptable, is Southgate still locked in as manager through the World Cup or will he be replaced? I don't think he'll go, they'll point to the solid start we've made in the qualifiers, something about maguire and Henderson being injured, maybe throw kane in too, must do better blah blah maybe something about the shorter cycle I'd be amazed if he got sacked Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theboyangel Posted June 20, 2021 Share Posted June 20, 2021 1 minute ago, maqroll said: So if England crash out of this tournament earlier than what might be acceptable, is Southgate still locked in as manager through the World Cup or will he be replaced? Southgate himself said anything less than the semi final will be a failure. So failure it is and hopefully the end to his tenure as England manager. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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