jagfox Posted August 20, 2017 Report Share Posted August 20, 2017 (edited) Quite a few thoughts beginning on our lineup for this match so might as well get this thread started. Our record against the Dons has been pretty damn poor since we came back up to the top flight. Another team we show a little too much respect too? Obviously they are a decent outfit, especially over the last couple of seasons. So far Archibald it's a tough ask to get the right balance between defence and attack. I'd be inclined to go for a 3-5-2/ 5-3-2 but with Barton dawdling and Booth potentially missing out I'd stick with a more narrow formation. At the back Elliott, Keown and Turnbull haven't done much wrong to date. Christie might have to switch sides though. Devine could come in on the right to make a back five but Milan looked decent on the ball yesterday so I'd go for him at right back, with Elliott on the left. As suggested elsewhere Bannigan in for Barton is worth a shout as Stuart can get us moving from the back. Osman in the middle to break up the (opposition) play. Both need to move the ball a bit quicker when going forward and try and not cede possession too easily. In front of them we have a number of possibilities. Edwards energy and running tends to work better against the likes of Aberdeen so I'd have him in to provide cover for Milan and close down from the right hand side. On the left I'd give Storey a go against his former charges and he'll add some pace going forward. In the middle it's either Erskine or Lawless. I'd go for the former as he's more of a playmaker in my eyes and will hopefully enjoy having more than just Doolan as a go to option. Up front I'll go with Conor Sammon who can bring his fellow attackers into play and has shown up pretty well for me at an early stage. TL; DR? Cerny Tribiansky Keown Turnbull Elliott Osman © Bannigan Edwards Erskine Storey Sammon Scully, Devine, Barton, Lawless, Doolan, Nisbet, McCarthy, Lamont Edited August 22, 2017 by jagfox Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lithgaejag Posted August 20, 2017 Report Share Posted August 20, 2017 Cerny Nitriansky turnbull Keown Elliot Spittal Osman Bannigan storey Doolan Sammon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barney Rubble Posted August 20, 2017 Report Share Posted August 20, 2017 (edited) Elliott is not a left back. Charlie Christie will murder him next Saturday if he is fielded there. Just our luck that Penrice gets loaned on the Friday and Callum gets done the next day. Need to find a balance further forward. All four of Kris, Conor, Myles and Blair cannot play at the same time. Edited August 20, 2017 by Barney Rubble Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thru thin and thin Posted August 20, 2017 Report Share Posted August 20, 2017 Archie has to become more positive in these matches, especially with the strength of our squad now. Sammon and Doolan up front, with Storey and Erskine supporting going forward, Osman and Bannigan in defensive midfield with a back four of Milan, Turnbull, McKeown and Elliot. Ever reliable Cerny in goal! There is no point in having 4/5 forwards, and not changing our formation to at least have two higher forwards on the pitch. Barton needs a rest. He is far to cumbersome and lazy on the ball, does not try to win the ball back when he is caught out, not acceptable. Unfortunately, just like Sean Welsh last year, opposition teams have figured out that this type of player has to be targeted and closed down to gain the ball. Is it just me who perceives that over the last season or so, we always end the match with the line up we should have started with? In other words we seem to start more reserved and negative, rather than going for the win from the start. Rant over! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Col Posted August 20, 2017 Report Share Posted August 20, 2017 Cerny Tribiansky Keown Turnbull Elliott Osman © Bannigan Edwards Erskine Storey Sammon Doolan Totally agree that we need 12 players to have any chance of getting a result....... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Kenny Posted August 20, 2017 Report Share Posted August 20, 2017 Elliott is not a left back. Charlie Christie will murder him next Saturday if he is fielded there. Just our luck that Penrice gets loaned on the Friday and Callum gets done the next day. Need to find a balance further forward. All four of Kris, Conor, Myles and Blair cannot play at the same time. I'd fancy Elliot's chances if he's marking Charlie Christie! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barney Rubble Posted August 20, 2017 Report Share Posted August 20, 2017 I'd fancy Elliot's chances if he's marking Charlie Christie! I've seen Charlie Christie this season. Trust me - you wouldn't. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knightswood Jag Posted August 20, 2017 Report Share Posted August 20, 2017 Archie has to become more positive in these matches, especially with the strength of our squad now. Sammon and Doolan up front, with Storey and Erskine supporting going forward, Osman and Bannigan in defensive midfield with a back four of Milan, Turnbull, McKeown and Elliot. Ever reliable Cerny in goal! There is no point in having 4/5 forwards, and not changing our formation to at least have two higher forwards on the pitch. Barton needs a rest. He is far to cumbersome and lazy on the ball, does not try to win the ball back when he is caught out, not acceptable. Unfortunately, just like Sean Welsh last year, opposition teams have figured out that this type of player has to be targeted and closed down to gain the ball. Is it just me who perceives that over the last season or so, we always end the match with the line up we should have started with? In other words we seem to start more reserved and negative, rather than going for the win from the start. Rant over! McKeown? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thru thin and thin Posted August 20, 2017 Report Share Posted August 20, 2017 McKeown? Well done! You have spotted the deliberate error! Do you think that a name change would work in bringing him to Gordon Strachan's notice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knightswood Jag Posted August 20, 2017 Report Share Posted August 20, 2017 Well done! You have spotted the deliberate error! Do you think that a name change would work in bringing him to Gordon Strachan's notice! Tbh it probably would. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephen1876 Posted August 20, 2017 Report Share Posted August 20, 2017 I've seen Charlie Christie this season. Trust me - you wouldn't. Charlie Christie is about 50 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barney Rubble Posted August 20, 2017 Report Share Posted August 20, 2017 Charlie Christie is about 50 Ryan Christie isn't though - thanks for highlighting my error!! Sadly Charlie would still run rings round me!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephen1876 Posted August 20, 2017 Report Share Posted August 20, 2017 Ryan Christie isn't though - thanks for highlighting my error!! Sadly Charlie would still run rings round me!! Haha! You are spot on though - Ryan Christie is an excellent player and will be one we need to deal with Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
angry gaz Posted August 20, 2017 Report Share Posted August 20, 2017 The last few beatings aberdeen have dished out to us they have completely pressed us out of the game. Archie should be looking at the most physical and pacy team he can put out.No Barton for me in this one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MonehJags Posted August 20, 2017 Report Share Posted August 20, 2017 Were doing well tonight, we've had charlie christie, mckeown and us to start with 12 men. I hope they dont start with wayne rooney as he is usually a handful however we might get some joy down the wings as gabby logan is their weak link. I 100% agree with thin and thin, in tae them from the first whistle and have the game won by half time 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barney Rubble Posted August 20, 2017 Report Share Posted August 20, 2017 Were doing well tonight, we've had charlie christie, mckeown and us to start with 12 men. I hope they dont start with wayne rooney as he is usually a handful however we might get some joy down the wings as gabby logan is their weak link. I 100% agree with thin and thin, in tae them from the first whistle and have the game won by half time Good to have a bit of humour on here once in a while! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fawlty Towers Posted August 22, 2017 Report Share Posted August 22, 2017 Hospitality Offer for Season Ticket holders: https://ptfc.co.uk/ptfc-news/aberdeen-all-inclusive-season-ticket-holder-hospitality-for-just-50/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mulguy jag Posted August 22, 2017 Report Share Posted August 22, 2017 Were doing well tonight, we've had charlie christie, mckeown and us to start with 12 men. I hope they dont start with wayne rooney as he is usually a handful however we might get some joy down the wings as gabby logan is their weak link. I 100% agree with thin and thin, in tae them from the first whistle and have the game won by half time Aye, and yon burt Reynolds is never a defender . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaggernaut Posted August 23, 2017 Report Share Posted August 23, 2017 Last night I dreamt that I was back in Scotland (I won't be), but for some reason missed the game. I asked my cousins the score. 3-1 Jags. Good dream! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThickAsThieves Posted August 23, 2017 Report Share Posted August 23, 2017 (edited) Cerny Nitriansky - Keown - Turnbull - Elliott Osman - Bannigan Spittal - Erskine - Lawless Storey Scully, Devine, Barton, McCarthy, Edwards, Doolan, Sammon. Edited August 23, 2017 by ThickAsThieves Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knightswood Jag Posted August 23, 2017 Report Share Posted August 23, 2017 Cerny Nitriansky - Keown - Turnbull - Elliott Osman - Bannigan Spittal - Erskine - Lawless Storey Scully, Devine, Barton, McCarthy, Edwards, Doolan, Sammon. That's a good lineup the only changes I would make are Doolan in for Storey and Edwards in for either Bannigan or Osman as that midfield looks a bit slow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandy Posted August 23, 2017 Report Share Posted August 23, 2017 That's a good lineup the only changes I would make are Doolan in for Storey and Edwards in for either Bannigan or Osman as that midfield looks a bit slow. I'd swap Osman & Edwards. Keep Dools on bench till half-time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lenziejag Posted August 23, 2017 Report Share Posted August 23, 2017 That's a good lineup the only changes I would make are Doolan in for Storey and Edwards in for either Bannigan or Osman as that midfield looks a bit slow. I understand why you would play Doolan - but I don't think he has scored against Aberdeen ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knightswood Jag Posted August 23, 2017 Report Share Posted August 23, 2017 I understand why you would play Doolan - but I don't think he has scored against Aberdeen ? No he hasn't, but now's his chance! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Col Posted August 23, 2017 Report Share Posted August 23, 2017 Edwards just runs about and looks busy with little end product. Banzo can be more creative and positive and is happy to go over the halfway line without getting a nose bleed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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