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Away vs Doncaster EFL Trophy Sept 8th

Discussion in 'City Talk' started by bantam2708, Sep 7, 2020.

  1. bantam2708

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    Even though I'm not a fan of this competition and its format, it would be nice (financially) for us to do well in it.

    Expect changes but not too many as we haven't the squad for it. Think donny may go strong since they didn't have a game at the weekend so will want some minutes in the legs before the league kick off.

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    French, POC, BRE, Longridge
    Scales, Sutton, Pritchard
    DMH, Donaldson, Ismail

    Suspect we go with some variation of this, as the wide men need minutes and the 433 is the other formation we've been working on apparently.
     
  2. Idlebantam

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    Could have done without this competition more than ever this season.

    Sutton is sure to start and probably BRE, other than those 2, anyones guess really
     
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  3. WilsdenBantam

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    I’d keep French and Staunton in, young lads who need competitive game time. Interested to see that Scales as well, Stuart specifically mentioned him after Bolton and said he’s our best attacking midfielder at the club. I’ll watch as I have nothing better to do, plus I enjoyed Saturday so hopefully more of the same.
     
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  4. Rcbantam

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    Completely pointless cup...

    So not arsed about the result. Hope SMc makes as many changes from Saturday as he can just for match fitness if nothing else.

    Hell I'd be happy for SMc to deliberately throw the game and get out of this pointless cup. It's all about the league and promotion.
     
  5. Dennis

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    In a congested fixture list, it does look a bit of a luxury but the £10,000 for winning the fixture might be helpful to the club!
     
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  6. Asafa

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    Think you're going to be pretty close with this line-up. Possibly Staunton over POC and we could line up in a 532 with DMH dropping to RWB, French at CB and Ismail up front.
    Also expect the other academy grads to be involved, will be interesting to see how they get on. Not overly bothered with this cup, particularly in the early stages but its great for some of the young lads to play this season and who knows how far they can get
     
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  7. Petrov

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    Not sure whether to watch or not. Wouldn’t normally be that bothered about this competition but it's been so long without any competitive games to watch and I really enjoyed the game on Saturday so maybe....
     
  8. Bradford End

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    Isn’t Sutton suspended?
     
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  9. How

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    Win this and that’s 15k prize money in 3 days. Not to be sniffed at. Go for it with a strongish xi
     
  10. Petrov

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    Yes but the mickey mouse cup doesn't count.
     
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  11. Rcbantam

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    Aye, and reduce SMc time on his iPad by 2 weeks. Might sign a player with that 15k.
     
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  12. bantamdave41

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    I'd like Macca to treat this game with intent. Saturdays win at Bolton was well received and a positive result at Donny would only add to the confidence and momentum going into the season, come Saturday.
     
  13. Faithful Bantam

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    Probably not far off. Although if we plan to make 3 at the back our main system, I think we'll stick with it for tomorrow too. Could very easily have DMH and Longridge as wong backs and French playing at CB
     
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    Stuart said in his post match interview he would be giving others game time, DMH was injured so mybe not ready, I would like both Novak and Guthrie to start they need time together to form a good understanding and partnership as I cant see Donaldson being a regular starter.
    These sort of games give the manager chance to get others in have a look at them in a competitive game where the result is not that important, although winning is a great habit to get into.
     
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    I think it is equally about rebuilding a positive and winning mentality at the club again as this had totally evaporated so I dont think your 'cant be arsed' attitude is what SMc will be thinking. Everytime this team wins the benefit, particularly for the young lads, is invaluable - you'll probably be on tomorrow moaning if we lose! ;)
     
  16. bantamdave41

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    Thoroughly agree. As we all play within constrained salary caps and squad limits, I really feel the craft of management will be rehighlighted amongst the lower leagues. Thus momentum, confidence and positive mentality are important (not the only ingredients of course) more than ever.
     
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  17. XCIV_Bantam

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    From what I've seen and heard from Stu I am expecting a changed 11. Especially against higher league opposition I am expecting a fat L. not too fussed the whole competition seems a bit Micky mouse as last years final still hasn't been played yet.
     
  18. Faithful Bantam

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    Result isn't important. Hopefully a positive, high energy performance with a bit of quality on the ball, and signs of promise from the young lads. That'll do for me. These kids will never have a better chance of a professional career than the circumstances of COVID/Salary cap will provide.
     
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  19. BradfordCityBrad

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    I think this game is a fantastic opportunity for us to get some much needed game time for the players, not have to worry about the result and if we win then it’s a bonus. I’m sure Doncaster will be treating it the same.

    It will be a nice opportunity for some of the younger players to get some game time. Makes sense to try them out in games with little to no pressure on the results.
     
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  20. Onside87

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    This competition has always been a micky mouse cup but after such a long time off and with the need to build momentum then we should look to play a strongish side.
     
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