Ok now that i'm watching the highlights at half time, what the fuck was our ENTIRE DEFENCE doing on that play with Gnabry?? nearly every single one fucked up??
True, he came out but Gabriel waved him off telling him not to come for it. Maybe he was trying to tell Raya to stay back, but at that point the damage was done
Yeah, I've been in that camp if I'm honest. Mostly his defending not being as good as others in the squad and his injury record for us. But what he brings in experience and skill in other areas I'm sure most teams in the PL would die for.
I still want him in the team, I still think he's invaluable and still has a part to play.
I think he's our best leftback overall, just that defence can be concerning when coming up against like, Salah type just best in the world wingers lol. He's good, just not amazing at defending, but everything else easily makes up for it, other than injury proneness but that's just part and parcel of being an Arsenal fullback not named White.
Yeah. I think starting Kiwi for the defensive stability was good, but it obviously didn't pan out and it seems the midfield presence is going to be much more important at the moment.
I think you are correct. I believe that he's different enough from our other attackers that when he comes on, he disrupts the opposition setup. That, and he's a great finisher.
Watching the reply that elbow looks even more deliberate. He does not look like he is all that keen on trying to get the ball and more focused on throwing elbows...
Something I've noticed a few times - when we put a cross into the box, multiple people will go for it, which gives the defender an easy place to put the ball since soe much space is vacated. I'd rather see Jesus and Havertz take turns challenging in the air and the other watch for the second ball.
With you on that. It's something I've noticed as well. There have been so many times where if we had another player in around the box after a cross or shot it could have resulted in a chance. It can be a little frsutrating at times
Yknow wha'ts the most annoying part of this? we've dominated the stats. Idk about how the actual game has been but we've dominated basically every stat besides xG and that's cuz we gave up a pen lmfao
Watching the goal replays and looks like silly individual errors that Bayern were able to capitalise on. The first goal is so uncharacteristic of how well we've defended over the past 3+ months.
Kane, can't fucking score for England or to win anything but can score to fuck over us. Honestly one of the most frustrating players despite at the same time also being definitely an amazing striker.
No it's fucking not, I want England to win!! Closest thing we've got to a national team that will achieve anything unless the FA want to actually back Andersen.
I'm gonna be honest, those don't even count as minor trophies. Otherwise even I could say I've won a trophy by just making one myself and giving it to myself.
My sentiments as well. The little bit of the game I've seen we look comfortable and are getting chances.
I'm not too worried about this result. A CL win would be fan-fucking-tastic. But I think the squad is still a little green for European football and I would rather focus on the PL.
Honestly I think as long as we give it a good run for their money i'm not too fussed. Like I will be annoyed, for sure, but we're also in pole position for the league right now so I can't be tooo bothered by it.
I'm back again... had stream issues for both goals. Saw the replay of the penalty and it was pretty soft, but it was a stupid decision by Saliba (I think) regardless...
Did I just see a Bayern coach pull out a sheaf of actual paper for last-minute instructions? I wonder if that's due to the German fetish for paper copies of everything or whether Bayern are living in the 90s technologically.
Yeah, I'm no expert but something I've heard is that Germans, especially their government, will ask for paper copies of things even in the year of our Lord 2024
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Astrealix@lemmy.world · 6 pts · 2y
Ok now that i'm watching the highlights at half time, what the fuck was our ENTIRE DEFENCE doing on that play with Gnabry?? nearly every single one fucked up??
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 5 pts · 2y
I think because it began with Gabriel, there was no one to take charge - Kiwior was pre-flustered and everything fell apart from there
Astrealix@lemmy.world · 3 pts · 2y
idk that it even began with Gabriel, Raya was really close for no reason at the start which is kinda part of why Gabriel went the way he did
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 3 pts · 2y
True, he came out but Gabriel waved him off telling him not to come for it. Maybe he was trying to tell Raya to stay back, but at that point the damage was done
nuggsy@lemmy.world · 6 pts · 2y
Zinny on for Kiwior is an interesting pick, but an understandable one
Astrealix@lemmy.world · 3 pts · 2y
People needed a reminer why Zinny starts apparently lol
Astrealix@lemmy.world · 4 pts · 2y
To be fair, Tomi woulda been nice for this game but I assume he isn't ready.
nuggsy@lemmy.world · 3 pts · 2y
Yeah, I've been in that camp if I'm honest. Mostly his defending not being as good as others in the squad and his injury record for us. But what he brings in experience and skill in other areas I'm sure most teams in the PL would die for.
I still want him in the team, I still think he's invaluable and still has a part to play.
Astrealix@lemmy.world · 3 pts · 2y
I think he's our best leftback overall, just that defence can be concerning when coming up against like, Salah type just best in the world wingers lol. He's good, just not amazing at defending, but everything else easily makes up for it, other than injury proneness but that's just part and parcel of being an Arsenal fullback not named White.
hangonasecond@lemmy.world · 2 pts · 2y
God I hope you haven't jinxed Benny blanco
Astrealix@lemmy.world · 3 pts · 2y
Have you seen what folks have said about the guy? Man could have a broken leg and still insist to play.
hangonasecond@lemmy.world · 3 pts · 2y
Yeah. I think starting Kiwi for the defensive stability was good, but it obviously didn't pan out and it seems the midfield presence is going to be much more important at the moment.
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 6 pts · 2y
Harry sure is used to getting away with fucking murder, isn't he
nuggsy@lemmy.world · 5 pts · 2y
I love me some Trossard. I feel like he's the best impact player for us when coming in off the bench
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 3 pts · 2y
Trossard is the very definition of an impact player and it's beautiful
nuggsy@lemmy.world · 3 pts · 2y
He's tidy when starting and still plays well, but I feel like he's scored a lot of his goals coming off the bench (I could be wrong).
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 1 pts · 2y
I think you are correct. I believe that he's different enough from our other attackers that when he comes on, he disrupts the opposition setup. That, and he's a great finisher.
Astrealix@lemmy.world · 5 pts · 2y
Cards for tackling Saka? Is this christmas?
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 2 pts · 2y
This is ... Europe?
Astrealix@lemmy.world · 3 pts · 2y
yeah i just always forget lol
Astrealix@lemmy.world · 5 pts · 2y
also very stupid penalty to give up from Saliba.
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 5 pts · 2y
What is Kane even doing? He's just kind of running at people but never really challenging for the ball.
nuggsy@lemmy.world · 4 pts · 2y
And running into people xD
ThePowerOfGeek@lemmy.world · 2 pts · 2y
It is the history of the Kane.
nuggsy@lemmy.world · 2 pts · 2y
Watching the reply that elbow looks even more deliberate. He does not look like he is all that keen on trying to get the ball and more focused on throwing elbows...
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 5 pts · 2y
Nothing he has done this game has made me think that he's interested in anything but scoring penalties
Astrealix@lemmy.world · 5 pts · 2y
Oh my god I thought that was gonna get headed in. Woulda been offside but whew
Astrealix@lemmy.world · 4 pts · 2y
Starting strong, let's push on.
nuggsy@lemmy.world · 3 pts · 2y
I thought that was swinging in... lol
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 3 pts · 2y
Imagine
Astrealix@lemmy.world · 4 pts · 2y
We woulda been pissed about the offside
sabreW4K3@lazysoci.al · 5 pts · 2y
I fucking love you Trossard!
nuggsy@lemmy.world · 4 pts · 2y
I feel a late goal coming, cmon!
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 4 pts · 2y
Something I've noticed a few times - when we put a cross into the box, multiple people will go for it, which gives the defender an easy place to put the ball since soe much space is vacated. I'd rather see Jesus and Havertz take turns challenging in the air and the other watch for the second ball.
nuggsy@lemmy.world · 2 pts · 2y
With you on that. It's something I've noticed as well. There have been so many times where if we had another player in around the box after a cross or shot it could have resulted in a chance. It can be a little frsutrating at times
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 2 pts · 2y
Yeah, I should hope it's the kind of thing that we take a look at soon
Astrealix@lemmy.world · 4 pts · 2y
the fuck are TNT doing showing goals from the other game idc about that lol
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 3 pts · 2y
In fairness, it was a bit of a lull in the action. Annoyed that City are already up, though
Astrealix@lemmy.world · 2 pts · 2y
I don't think anyone watching this game wants to see City score, either side that wins we want City to lose lmfao
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 4 pts · 2y
Time for Arteta to set the efogging standards
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 4 pts · 2y
Even though we're behind, Jorginho and Gabi doing their little warmup jig makes me laugh
Astrealix@lemmy.world · 4 pts · 2y
Yknow wha'ts the most annoying part of this? we've dominated the stats. Idk about how the actual game has been but we've dominated basically every stat besides xG and that's cuz we gave up a pen lmfao
nuggsy@lemmy.world · 2 pts · 2y
Watching the goal replays and looks like silly individual errors that Bayern were able to capitalise on. The first goal is so uncharacteristic of how well we've defended over the past 3+ months.
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 3 pts · 2y
We're understandably nervous. Inshallah we can calm down after the half
Astrealix@lemmy.world · 4 pts · 2y
Kane, can't fucking score for England or to win anything but can score to fuck over us. Honestly one of the most frustrating players despite at the same time also being definitely an amazing striker.
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 3 pts · 2y
Eh, he's cursed to never win a trophy so I think it's a fair trade
Astrealix@lemmy.world · 1 pts · 2y
No it's fucking not, I want England to win!! Closest thing we've got to a national team that will achieve anything unless the FA want to actually back Andersen.
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 3 pts · 2y
I mean fair to him. Classic monkey's paw sort of wish - be the best striker of a generation but never win a major trophy.
Astrealix@lemmy.world · 2 pts · 2y
Not just major trophy, has he won a single team trophy at all? Last time Spurs won was 2008 after all
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 1 pts · 2y
I mean the Audi Cup... right? I'm sure they've won things like the Emirates Cup etc.
Astrealix@lemmy.world · 2 pts · 2y
I'm gonna be honest, those don't even count as minor trophies. Otherwise even I could say I've won a trophy by just making one myself and giving it to myself.
Astrealix@lemmy.world · 2 pts · 2y
Minor trophies for me are UEFA Super Cup, Shield, League Cup, EFL Cup, FA Trophy, FA Vase, county cups etc. Friendly cups don't count lol.
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 4 pts · 2y
That should be another card, Christ he chopped him like a tree
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 3 pts · 2y
I have faith in our boys but I'm not sure I like the idea of having to go to Munich a goal down.
nuggsy@lemmy.world · 1 pts · 2y
Agreed, I think it'll be a tougher game
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 2 pts · 2y
However, I do have faith in the boys to see out a 0-0 if we go up a goal. Which is why I was so pleased an hour ago. :(
nuggsy@lemmy.world · 2 pts · 2y
More confident now? xD
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 2 pts · 2y
Marginally! :D
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 3 pts · 2y
Also naturlich Harry gets a penalty against us
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 3 pts · 2y
Absolutely deserved, it was like 15 seconds of last-ditch defending
Astrealix@lemmy.world · 3 pts · 2y
Was dealing with school related shit, I see that we've been fucked up :p its fine we've got 135 minutes to go
nuggsy@lemmy.world · 3 pts · 2y
My sentiments as well. The little bit of the game I've seen we look comfortable and are getting chances.
I'm not too worried about this result. A CL win would be fan-fucking-tastic. But I think the squad is still a little green for European football and I would rather focus on the PL.
Astrealix@lemmy.world · 3 pts · 2y
Honestly I think as long as we give it a good run for their money i'm not too fussed. Like I will be annoyed, for sure, but we're also in pole position for the league right now so I can't be tooo bothered by it.
nuggsy@lemmy.world · 3 pts · 2y
Agreed, which is what it looks like we're doing. We're not trying to hold out for a result, we're going in to try win the game.
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 3 pts · 2y
Zinchenko coming on - I'm not sure if that's actually a good idea, but I suppose we'll see
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 3 pts · 2y
LET'S
FUCKING
GOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
sabret00the@mas.to · 3 pts · 2y
nuggsy@lemmy.world · 3 pts · 2y
I'm back again... had stream issues for both goals. Saw the replay of the penalty and it was pretty soft, but it was a stupid decision by Saliba (I think) regardless...
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 3 pts · 2y
My heart dropped into my stomach, my God
ironeaglebird@lemmy.world · 3 pts · 2y
The obligatory Harry Kane pen
nuggsy@lemmy.world · 3 pts · 2y
I'm liking most of the refereeing. Maybe a little card happy which could balloon as the half goes on
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 3 pts · 2y
He's been pretty reasonable so far
MHPengwingz@lemmy.world · 3 pts · 2y
I love you Leo ❤️
sabreW4K3@lazysoci.al · 3 pts · 2y
Let's get this Partey started!
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 3 pts · 2y
WHAT THE ACTUAL FUCK JUST HAPPENED
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 3 pts · 2y
HE FUCKING STICKS HIS LEG OUT, TEUTONIC CUNT
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 3 pts · 2y
I fear for our Starboy's ankles, even if they are adamantium
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 3 pts · 2y
REF
ER
EEE
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 3 pts · 2y
BUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUKAYO!
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 3 pts · 2y
Real equalized, lol
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 3 pts · 2y
Lol they aren't even trying to press our centerbacks :D
nuggsy@lemmy.world · 2 pts · 2y
I could have seen this being 1 or 2-nil, if it wasn't for those errors to gift Bayern 2 goals.
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 2 pts · 2y
MY KINGDOM FOR A HEADER
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 2 pts · 2y
To my eye, Odegaard hasn't had a great game. Is the occasion getting to him?
nuggsy@lemmy.world · 2 pts · 2y
Mmm... could have been a penalty? Seems shit he called it before VAR could get inolved. Doubt we would have gotten it though...
Astrealix@lemmy.world · 2 pts · 2y
should've tbh
sabreW4K3@lazysoci.al · 3 pts · 2y
Stonewall penalty
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 2 pts · 2y
But by saying no, he made it basically impossible for VAR to intervene.
ironeaglebird@lemmy.world · 2 pts · 2y
Davies out for the second leg
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 2 pts · 2y
That was an extremely confusing goal to concede
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 2 pts · 2y
Well they'll be pressing Kiwior even harder now
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 2 pts · 2y
Shut the fuck up, Harry
hangonasecond@lemmy.world · 2 pts · 2y
Y'all are my eyes until my partner wakes up for work and I can throw the radio broadcast on :')
nuggsy@lemmy.world · 2 pts · 2y
Could you hide in the dunny? xD
hangonasecond@lemmy.world · 2 pts · 2y
I considered it, but it's cold! It's okay, I'm listening now :D
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 2 pts · 2y
They are stupidly press resistant
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 2 pts · 2y
WE'RE RIDING OUR LUCK NOW, LADS
nuggsy@lemmy.world · 2 pts · 2y
I hope not! I think we may need it for the run in, haha
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 3 pts · 2y
Certainly for the rest of this match. D:
ironeaglebird@lemmy.world · 2 pts · 2y
Trossard is something else
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 2 pts · 2y
WHAT THE FUCK THEY (REAL) WENT 2-1 UP
Astrealix@lemmy.world · 2 pts · 2y
gonna have to miss out on a chunk of the game while i switch buildings for class and grab a late lunch lol :p hopefully we score 5 hattricks.
raumdeuter@mastodon.social · 2 pts · 2y
don't do a Monaco and give it away now
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 1 pts · 2y
If anything Bayern will give it away at the end
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 1 pts · 2y
LEGGO
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 1 pts · 2y
It's like Martinelli's curlers, but flipped horizontally. Oh, what a beautiful day
raumdeuter@mastodon.social · 2 pts · 2y
We deserve this after the last 15 years
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 1 pts · 2y
This and so much more
ironeaglebird@lemmy.world · 1 pts · 2y
That was ridiculous
Astrealix@lemmy.world · 1 pts · 2y
Come on lads, let's get some sweet motherfucking revenge!!
sabreW4K3@lazysoci.al · 1 pts · 2y
We're playing shit
Astrealix@lemmy.world · 5 pts · 2y
yeah Bayern are shit, hard to play against
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 1 pts · 2y
heads up play from Gabi
ironeaglebird@lemmy.world · 1 pts · 2y
Welcome to the new era of Arsenal!
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 1 pts · 2y
This is not good. They look galvanized.
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 1 pts · 2y
Did I just see a Bayern coach pull out a sheaf of actual paper for last-minute instructions? I wonder if that's due to the German fetish for paper copies of everything or whether Bayern are living in the 90s technologically.
nuggsy@lemmy.world · 2 pts · 2y
Didn't realise that was a thing, lol
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 1 pts · 2y
Yeah, I'm no expert but something I've heard is that Germans, especially their government, will ask for paper copies of things even in the year of our Lord 2024
nuggsy@lemmy.world · 1 pts · 2y
Bit late, but I'm here and just in time!
You little beauty!!!!
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 1 pts · 2y
Uhhhh I'm not sure what that interchange was between Gabi and Kiwior but it would be really cool if we could never do that again
sensiblepuffin@lemmy.world · 1 pts · 2y
Uh oh, Martin's getting told off by the ref