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Match Tottenham Hotspur VS Ipswich. Sunday the 10th of November @2pm.

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Crockett said:
Play someone else?
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VonnegutBusy said:
Vic
Porro - Romero - Drag - Udogie
Bentancur
Kulu - Sarr
Johnson - Solanke - Son
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Team picks itself at this point.
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Probably

But Davies in if Romero decides his toe has not recovered, and if Spence has recovered, wouldn't be a bad idea to start him in place of Porro who played in Turkey.

Bench : Forster, Spence/Porro ?, (Davies if Romero plays), Dorrington, Gray, Bissouma, Bergvall, Maddison, Lankshear ..... might be room for one or two other youngsters if Spence and/or Romero are not available
 
Spursidol said:
Probably

But Davies in if Romero decides his toe has not recovered, and if Spence has recovered, wouldn't be a bad idea to start him in place of Porro who played in Turkey.

Bench : Forster, Spence/Porro ?, (Davies if Romero plays), Dorrington, Gray, Bissouma, Bergvall, Maddison, Lankshear ..... might be room for one or two other youngsters if Spence and/or Romero are not available
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Yeah good point on Spence. May have been the plan all along which is why Porro played 90 mins.
 
As others have said team picks itself with 1 exception Romero might not make it and Davies will play.
Vicario
Porro - Romero - Dragusin - Udogie
Bentancur - Sarr
Johnson - Deki - Son
Solanke

Only Porro played whole game yesterday and so no excuses if it all goes wrong. Would be nice to score first and not concede but do not expect to win by 3 goals again. Bench a bit depleted and so starters may have to play longer than recently but with International break coming up should be ok.
Not concerned what the other teams around us do as with MC away next any high position will be short lived. Main thing is we are in the mix for the European spots.
 
Chris Sutton...

Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, 14:00

I got a lot of stick for saying I supported Nottingham Forest last week - as well as a few of the clubs that I played for; Norwich, Blackburn and Celtic - and regular 5 live listeners will know that I have been accused of having Tottenham as another one of my teams.

They aren't, but I make no apologies for being a fan of Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou and his style of expansive football. At times it is crazy, with the risks they take, but I love watching it.

My Canaries connection means no-one is going to ever mistake me for an Ipswich fan, so this may shock a few people, but I felt sorry for them last week.

They have briefly come out of Norwich's shadow to reach the Premier League and are desperate for their first win of the season, but they were on the wrong end of a couple of shocking late decisions in their draw with Leicester.

They have the advantage of not having European football this week - they have not had to worry about that for more than 20 years - while Tottenham play Galatasaray in Turkey on Thursday.

I still think Spurs will win, though, and Ipswich will be back in the Championship with Norwich next season.

Sutton's prediction: 3-1
 
Fattynomates said:
Timo Werner, despite his impressive speed and technical ability, has faced criticism throughout his career for not consistently converting chances into goals, which is a key characteristic of a top-level striker. There are several factors that contribute to the perception of Werner as a "poor striker" in certain contexts, even though he has still managed to score a fair number of goals over his career:

1. **Poor Finishing**
Werner's most prominent criticism is his finishing. While he is often in the right positions to score, he tends to miss high-quality chances. Whether it's from one-on-one situations with the goalkeeper or simpler opportunities in front of goal, Werner's finishing can be erratic, leading to frustration among fans and analysts. This inconsistency in front of goal has been a persistent issue in his career.

2. **Lack of Composure in Key Moments**
Werner’s composure in critical moments of a match is often questioned. He has been known to rush his decisions in front of goal, which can lead to poor shot placement or missed opportunities. This is a mental aspect of the game, and it seems that Werner sometimes struggles with it, especially when he is under pressure.

3. **Missed Big Chances**
While Werner does create scoring opportunities for himself, he tends to miss several big chances per match, which diminishes his overall effectiveness as a striker. In high-level football, strikers are expected to convert a higher percentage of their chances, and Werner’s conversion rate is often below that of other elite forwards.

4. **Struggles with Finishing in High-Pressure Games**
Werner has had difficulties in high-pressure situations, such as in finals or crucial matches, where his misses are more noticeable and damaging. For example, during his time at Chelsea, he missed several key opportunities in the Premier League and in European competitions. This has affected his reputation, even though he contributed in other ways, such as with assists and creating space for teammates.

5. **Positioning and Decision-Making**
While Werner is quick and intelligent, he sometimes appears to make poor decisions when it comes to where and when to make his runs. He can drift out of dangerous positions, or he may not anticipate the movements of teammates, which reduces his effectiveness in creating and finishing goal-scoring opportunities.

6. **Lack of Physicality for Holding Off Defenders**
As a striker, Werner’s physical presence is often a disadvantage. While he is quick and agile, he doesn't have the same physical robustness as other top strikers, which means he can struggle to hold off defenders or win aerial duels, especially against strong or dominant center-backs.

7. **Adaptation to Different Systems and Roles**
Another factor is Werner’s struggle to fit into certain tactical systems, particularly under Chelsea's management. He was often deployed in a variety of roles, sometimes as a wide forward, which took him out of his natural central striker position. This inconsistency in his positioning and role within the team might have hindered his ability to find a rhythm as a pure goal-scorer.

8. **Pressure and Confidence Issues**
When a striker like Werner misses chances or faces criticism, it can affect their confidence. This mental block can lead to even more missed opportunities, compounding the problem. A striker’s form often relies heavily on their mental state, and prolonged struggles can make it difficult for them to regain their sharpness.

Conclusion
Despite these issues, it's important to remember that Werner still has several strengths—his speed, his work rate, and his ability to create space for teammates. He has been effective in other roles, such as pressing defenders and contributing with assists, but his inability to consistently finish chances is what holds him back from being considered one of the elite strikers. Whether he can overcome these flaws and become more clinical in front of goal will be key to determining his future as a top-tier forward.
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Ummmm......you possibly got the wrong end of the stick.....😏
 
Ipswich are shit and we are very good at home. I reckon we win 5 or 6-0, Solanke to continue his scoring run.
 
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