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I still think its Fulham - It's hard to see Newcastle turning things around after Saturday evening, but I am just not convinced by Fulham.. They struggle to score and whilst their recent form has been described as an "upturn" its not delivering many victories. I am not convinced they will...

I too think Fulham will win tonight.. just think Leeds' style will suit Fulham and players like Lookman and Loftus-Cheek will find plenty of space to create issues. However, If Leeds score 1st.. The only result you cant see is a draw... 0-0 it is then!!

You've probably nailed this. I was so looking forward to going to Goodison for the 1st time (Knocky sending off game) for all the reasons you mention, but is sooooo crap in the away section, I was really, genuinely disappointed. I do like the traditional grounds and settings - enjoy Craven...

Which I would accept more easily if he hadn't talked so much early on in his tenure about not doing that! He uses it as and when it suits (e.g.TAA) but Lingard?? been good for a few weeks and that's it for two seasons! I have always enjoyed following England, but struggling with Southgate who...

Cant see him playing RB in a 4, and even as a RWB in a 5.. needs must during the game, but to set up that way, I'm not so sure.. I think Alzate may start there, but knowing GP and penchant for surprises, Karbownik could be that man either?

Genuinely no idea, so gone for other.. has all the makings of a horrible game, (a la Palace) but could also be the absolute tonking some of us think we have been due to dish out since, well Newcastle away! I agree with others, a draw suits us better, but I have yet to see us go 2 goals up in a...

I think we saw both sides of Trossard and as others have pointed out, he's almost worth the inconsistencies sometimes because he can be soooo good when he is in top form. I really thought he would be our player of the season this year, a season under his belt and better physicality, but it hasnt...

He always uses the word "we" or "I" when describing/explaining/justifying what has gone wrong.. absolutely no blame which just tells the players that that they are all in it together and that the boss is role-modelling what he asks of them.

well said - plenty of other threads for those that want to spit their bile.. I am with you OP.. I would probably swap Palace and Man U for the sheer disbelief, as the Man Utd game was at a time in the season when the disbelief could be tempered by hope, and excitement that we just played man Utd...

I am sorry if that has landed badly - not my style at all. Not looking to press you but your comments register with me because I read your posts with interest because on the topic of players and recruitment you have well grounded views, that I have valued or agreed with. Hence I am genuinely...

I write this with a genuine question, but worry that it appears confrontational - it genuinely isn't! My perception from a (small) number of posts that I think I have read on various threads is that you are specifically sceptical of Dan Ashworth and his role. I think you might have suggested, or...

But isn't it better to have a strong sense of both.. yes, may back up what you think you have seen but may also challenge what you thought you had seen or how you interpreted it and of course vice versa? The other use is for consistency and/or small percentages for improvement that might be...

I just dont buy "rest Maupay". I acknowledge that I appear to be in a (shrinking) minority, but his contribution to the side is far greater than I think many appreciate. I can't deny that some of his finishing has been poor, but again, watch the WBA highlights and he is typically a major part in...

Not sure I can argue soundly for the 2-0 win I have gone for, but just have that nagging feeling.. we rarely beat Leicester (0 wins in 8 you say?) we have struggled to score, and Leicester love to play on the break against teams with greater possession... BUT, we know we have these games in us...

Out of interest - Maupay's effort was one of three similar chances that I saw at the weekend. The others being Lingard and Stones in the lunchtime kick off. Both in the City/West Ham game led to goals.. only one because it was well finished - John Stones'. Lingards effort was similarly struck...

True, but mostly if not entirely whilst wearing the blue kit.. still to find our 1st win in the yellow I think (which is my favourite of the two!) Maybe ditch the yellow and get back to black 3rd kit for a while

I don't quite see all the angst with Maupay - he is one of lots of players, and we all know its lots who misses chances, has made poor decisions, maybe has seen his confidence drop, BUT, if the OP was genuinely asking the question, then if you look at some of our best moments vs. Palace as the...

Regards GP and Andone - from the outside, from what we understand or think GP is "about" I can't for a moment think why he wouldn't accept Andone back. His whole approach is one of understanding, but he also has that commitment to the vision that he holds himself and the team accountable to. You...

I completely understand that we didnt score, and I would understand that a change in approach is needed IF we weren't creating presentable chances - but we are. Palace were not "comfortable" last night. It wasn't like they didn't feel the pressure. It was brilliant, mad-cap, frantic, desperate...

Agree re: Dunk and Burn. I think they both were guilty of thinking they had anticipated Ayews and Bentekes move. Dunk thought Ayew, who was running down the wing, isolated , would cut in, hold the ball and maybe wait for others to join. Consequently Dunk in no-mans land and unable to collect...