Gravenberch was fucking appalling today and has no right to start over Elliott or Jones and I’m not Jones’ biggest fan.
MF 3 of Endo, Elliott and Jones. Sloboszlai needs a kick up the arse too.
Only thing Gakpo did that annoyed me was when Trent brought the ball out of the air over his shoulder in defence, turned, ran forwards then picked out Gakpo with a 40 yard pass and Cody was just stood offside. No reason for that kind of stuff, very annoying.
Don’t know if it is a Dutch League thing… but both look a tad ponderous against good sides.
Takes time to bed-in and get up to speed with the demands of the PL I suppose
I’d been thinking the same thing. For me it’s more a lack of aggression or the absolute will to win , that is a prerequisite if you want to be successful here.Looking cultured and confident on the ball is one thing but it counts for nothing in this league unless you’re willing to get stuck in.
Forget pet hates, poor performances etc. this is as much about time and risk management as it is who played well against West Ham and / or Arsenal.
It’s risky to start Jones, Klopp subbed him off I assume because he’s played roughly 150 mins this week and maybe with this game in mind. He may get 60 mins or come on for 30 mins or be held back for Newcastle.
Gravy was poor but he was coming back from injury and clearly wasn’t fit. He’ll be better for that 30 mins and an extra 2 days of training. He’ll start.
Is Endo up for 3 games in a week? Could we see Trent as the nominal ‘DM’? With Mac back soon I guess Klopp will risk Endo.
Szobo has run his nuts off this week / past month. I think Elliott may get the nod with Szobo coming on for 30 mins.
We have few options for the back line. Quansah for Konate (held back for Newcastle)?
Up front Nunez and Mo are certs. I’m guessing Diaz may be rested for his ‘sore knee’ so Gakpo starts again. Hopefully Jota will be back soon.
We’re not putting out our best team we’re putting out a team to relieve and prevent fatigue and potential injuries due to said tiredness.