Premier League 2023-24

[Dannie Boy]

I’m not a spurs fan, but I’d be happy to see them give the “big boys” a run for their money, as Leicester did a few seasons ago!!

[Lost]

I'd be happy too!

Biggest moment last night was our best (maybe 2nd best now with Maddison) midfielder Bentancur playing the last ten minutes after 8 months out with torn acl.

[Lost]

The Arse looking good unfortunately. Only Sheffield United but they've been hard to break down for some other teams, Tottenham included.

Chelsea. 🫣

Next up for Chelsea is away at Tottenham. Then they've got City, Newcastle, Brighton and United. But... they should have beaten the Arse so maybe they'll perform better against these kind of teams.

Fun fact. Brentford manager Thomas Frank has won more games at Stamford Bridge (2) than Poch and Lampard combined (1).

[Dannie Boy]

On MOTD highlights Chelsea were all over Brentford but couldn’t score (not for the first time)!!

As for Arsenal, very comfortable winners - early days but Sheffield already look doomed?

[Lost]

Just find the Chelsea stat astounding. ONE win at Stamford Bridge in 7 months.

Used to be a fortress that place. But you just know they're gonna turn into prime Real Madrid at Tottenham next.

On MOTD highlights Chelsea were all over Brentford but couldn’t score (not for the first time)!!

Spent all that money but forgot to buy a striker.

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I believe they've got the mum back but dad still kidnapped. Jesus.

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With £373 million spent and 18 months in charge, I fear Ten Hag is about to implement his playing style soon. On the cusp.

[dtaai-maai]

^^I didn't really want City to win, but boy it's fun watching Man U having a terrible time!

Also, Utd have some really petulant twats in their line-up (thinking of Martial and Amrabat in particular), but with a captain like Fernandez that's hardly surprising.

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^^I didn't really want City to win, but boy it's fun watching Man U having a terrible time!

It really is! But it's beginning to feel like I'm picking on a disabled kid when I mock United.

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United have a similar problem to Chelsea at the minute. Between all forwards, Rashford, Antony, Hojlund, Garnacho, Martial, Sancho... they have a single goal and assist in the league. All season.

But their defence is also shocking. Should have been 6 or 7 but Onana put in a great shift.

[pharvey]

Also, Utd have some really petulant twats in their line-up .......

Is it really limited to "Manure"? Sorry, but the behaviour of these so-called "Sportsmen" is at times a disgrace - ludicrous salaries, above the law on and off the pitch attitudes. Forgive them because they are too young to handle the money, adulation, stress etc. - BOLLOCKS!

Before I get streams of abuse, these guys are undoubtedly incredibly fit and skilful, the question is are they in the true sense "Sportsmen"? No doubt DM will correct me on my spelling/grammar, but you get the point.

Sorry...

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ludicrous salaries...

You've got to remember most these lads are only earning prime salary for 5 odd years. The few elites will get 10-15+ years max. That money's got to stretch.

We get to work for 50-60 years or more.

[Big Boy]

Should have been 6 or 7 but Onana put in a great shift.

Not a bad keeper, but watching him last night, memories of Bruce Grobbelar (at his best, not when he was playing for Plymouth) came flashing back. A bit of a clown.

[pharvey]

That money's got to stretch.

We get to work for 50-60 years or more.

Seriously? I hope that was sarcasm.....

[caller]

Spent all that money but forgot to buy a striker.

We bought two. But what we needed was a proven striker.

Jackson is young and raw and in a crowded penalty area, doesn't seem to have a clue. He reminds me a little of Werner, give him the ball in space, 30/40 yards out, and he was great. His speed saw to that, but as an instinctive finisher, he was hopeless. But at least he got in the right positions, Jackson is struggling.

The other newbie is Nkunku, but he got injured pre-season, He should be back towards the end of November. He is experienced and has played in France and Germany. Hopefully, he will make a difference.

Then there is Broja. Who is injured again, and has yet to enjoy a sustained run of games.

I hope that against the spuds, Poch plays with a false nine and leaves Jackson out. James should be fit to start and his attacking play is second to none. It also gives more freedom to Palmer and Sterling.

And then in January, we need a better keeper than Sanchez. I am surprised Brighton let him go, as he seems better than their alternatives, but that doesn't make him great. I hope Ramsdale is still Arteta's number 2 by then!