gethinO Posted July 31, 2012 Report Share Posted July 31, 2012 (edited) I know we are a few weeks away from the first game but just out of interest, what line up would you like to see? Now that we've signed Pienaar i'm quietly confident. Hopefully a night game against a top team will kick start our season unlike the rubbish we've got used to over the past few seasons. My line up would be: Howard Neville Jagielka Heitinga Baines Rodwell Gibson Osman Fellaini Pienaar Jelavic Subs: Mucha, Hibbert, Distin, Coleman, Naismith, Anichebe, Barkley Would anyone change anything from this line up? Edited July 31, 2012 by Geth Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c1982 Posted July 31, 2012 Report Share Posted July 31, 2012 I'm still confident of at least one more signing who will excite us fans... Numbers 9, 10 and 11 are still available... I'd settle with 10 and 11 filled with 9 saved for Donovan when he joins in Jan! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gethinO Posted July 31, 2012 Author Report Share Posted July 31, 2012 Yeah I have a feeling that there might be one more signing. Hopeing it will be a wide man/striker with a bit of pace and skill. Someone who can excite the crowd. A good attitude as well cause Drenthe fits my description there perfectly..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pearso Posted August 2, 2012 Report Share Posted August 2, 2012 (edited) I'd like to see Barkley or Naismith up behind Jelly, although against Utd it's probably not ideal to be trying new combinations. Felli went pretty well there at the end of last season so I think we should leave him there to give them a few headaches. Same for Coleman (I'd like to see him at RB), probably better to wait for a weaker team to trial some new things. Edited August 2, 2012 by Pearso Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tolne Posted August 3, 2012 Report Share Posted August 3, 2012 I know we are a few weeks away from the first game but just out of interest, what line up would you like to see? Now that we've signed Pienaar i'm quietly confident. Hopefully a night game against a top team will kick start our season unlike the rubbish we've got used to over the past few seasons. My line up would be: Howard Neville Jagielka Heitinga Baines Rodwell Gibson Osman Fellaini Pienaar Jelavic Subs: Mucha, Hibbert, Distin, Coleman, Naismith, Anichebe, Barkley Would anyone change anything from this line up? Not sure if Rodwell would make the line up? Could easily see Felli with Gibbo and Barkley or Naismith behind Jelly. I personally haven't had the chance to watch any pre-season stuff but I've been hearing that Rodwell has looked very pedestrian in games... Also Distin instead of Jags? I'd like to see: Howard Hibbert Heitinga Distin Baines Fellaini Gibson Osman Barkley Pienaar Jelavic Matt and bluesince1878 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete0 Posted August 3, 2012 Report Share Posted August 3, 2012 (edited) This has all been said before, but I'm very bored. If no one gets injured I expect this to be our starting line up for the majority of prem games. I'd like to see an alternative formation with Anichebe upfront, and the kids be given 20 mins more regularly and a start if their performance warrants it. Howard Hib/Nev Heit/Jags Distin Baines Rodwell Gibson Os/Nai Fellaini Pienaar Jelavic Personally I'd go with pretty much this, but Osman (for Gib or Rod) has to play in the middle he had his best games there but have fluidity between the middle 3 rather than rigid positions, and have Naismith or Anichebe (not a big fan of him on the right, but if he can be assed he will bully Evra) on the right. Hibbert or Neville depending on who plays on the left for man u. Heitinga paired with either Jags or Distin, and if Heitinga gets injured or sold, I'd prefer Duffy or Hibbert to play with either Jags or Distin as they really don't work as a pair. Hopefully Fellaini will catch the ball as beautifully as last time and score a few more headers and get in double figures if not play him deep where he already owns that position. Also we struggled from set pieces last seaon, it was reminiscent of Arteta. Baines is no Beckham so shouldn't be on every set piece as it got predictable. I'd like a few more set plays, and duties to be shared so we can be more dangerous from set pieces and help the cb's contribute more goals. Jela to continue how he started would be fantastic, 20 goals a season So the minimum target against united is a one touch finish from Jela, a volley from Felli, and goal from a set play for a defender. A clean sheet would be nice but I'm not that greedy, I'll settle for 3-1. Edited August 3, 2012 by pete0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lowensda Posted August 3, 2012 Report Share Posted August 3, 2012 It'll be the starting team that faced the Bulgarians. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shukes Posted August 3, 2012 Report Share Posted August 3, 2012 does anyone know that starting line up? i would like to see naismith on one side and Peanuts on the other. With Felli and Gibbo in the middle we should be pretty solid. What about a fast right back to bring into the team during the season? Hibbo is the best he has ever been but we really need to be thinking of a long term replacment for him now. Not sure Coleman is going to be right for that position, more of a winger than a defender. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sibdane Posted August 4, 2012 Report Share Posted August 4, 2012 (edited) I'm waiting to see if there are other signings. Still think we need a RW even though Naismith has arrived. Would also like to see a different RB. Just have a feeling that our right side will be exploited by other teams this season. I will say that I feel optimistic that Everton will have a decent first half of the season(finally) -- regardless if we get new signings or not. Edited August 4, 2012 by TonkaRoost Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete0 Posted August 5, 2012 Report Share Posted August 5, 2012 I'm waiting to see if there are other signings. Still think we need a RW even though Naismith has arrived. Would also like to see a different RB. Just have a feeling that our right side will be exploited by other teams this season. I will say that I feel optimistic that Everton will have a decent first half of the season(finally) -- regardless if we get new signings or not. Who has a better balance than Hibbert? All I can think of is Sagna, and he's not amazing. There's Johnson and Walker, but they are mediocre at best against top half opposition. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluesince1878 Posted August 5, 2012 Report Share Posted August 5, 2012 Not sure if Rodwell would make the line up? Could easily see Felli with Gibbo and Barkley or Naismith behind Jelly. I personally haven't had the chance to watch any pre-season stuff but I've been hearing that Rodwell has looked very pedestrian in games... Also Distin instead of Jags? I'd like to see: Howard Hibbert Heitinga Distin Baines Fellaini Gibson Osman Barkley Pienaar Jelavic Like the look of this team alot!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue4Ever Posted August 5, 2012 Report Share Posted August 5, 2012 hibbert distin heitenga baines naismith felli gibson pienaar barkley jelavic maybe jags or coleman in for hibbert. neville shouldnt be starting games this season he couldnt run last season never mind a year on and that backtracking and hoofing it up has really got to stop we have good footballing players now, united are weak in the middle of midfield so if we get fellaini on the ball alot we could cause an upset. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zoo Posted August 15, 2012 Report Share Posted August 15, 2012 (edited) Date: 20th August 2012 Venue: Goodison Park KO: 20:00 Surprised nobody has opened a thread up about this already, we are only five days away from our 2012/13 season kicking off against arguably the favourites to win it this year - Manchester United. Since last time Everton have obviously added to their team with the signings of Steven Naismith and Steven Pienaar whilst Manchester United have signed Shinji Nakawa (Dortmund) and Nick Powell (Crewe) both of which have been tipped to shine in the Premier League, Robin van Persie has apparantly entered final talks with United over a move but I doubt he'll sign in time to play against us. What are your expectations of the game? Will you settle for a draw? Will Naismith score on his Premiership debut? Will Jelavic have his shooting boots on? Many questions to be answered about the game coming up and I actually think we are in good enough shape to win it on Monday, we'll have to bring our 'A' game but seeing as its the first game of the season I see no reason why we shoulden't. Zoo's Prediction: Everton 1 Manchester United 1 Edited August 15, 2012 by Zoo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lowensda Posted August 15, 2012 Report Share Posted August 15, 2012 With zoo on the prediction. Think Ossie will score. 1-1 for me too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete0 Posted August 15, 2012 Report Share Posted August 15, 2012 If Fellaini is fit and in warrior mode like the game at OT, I think we will over power them. Rio is past it, hopefully be remindful of when Ferguson used to bully him. 3-2 a sloppy goal and an assist from the referee for them, Naismith scrappy goal from a set-piece, Felli screamer, and Jela 90th minute poach for the win . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeO Posted August 15, 2012 Report Share Posted August 15, 2012 I dreamt we went 1-0 up but then lost 3-1 . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted August 15, 2012 Report Share Posted August 15, 2012 got a feeling we'll get thumped, mostly because Im going and it'd be just my luck.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoodisonRoad Posted August 15, 2012 Report Share Posted August 15, 2012 Got a really good feeling about this one, dont know whether its just pre-season optimism or what but i think we'll knick it 2-1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bailey Posted August 15, 2012 Report Share Posted August 15, 2012 I think it will be a high scoring game, maybe 5 or 6 goals. Both teams dont look overly strong at the back but they do have people who know where the goal is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lowensda Posted August 15, 2012 Report Share Posted August 15, 2012 got a feeling we'll get thumped, mostly because Im going and it'd be just my luck.... Where you sittin? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Beard Posted August 15, 2012 Report Share Posted August 15, 2012 Hopefully Fellaini and Gibson are fit to start, unless there is an alternative agenda for Fellaini missing last couple of games. I can see us giving it a real good go with our usual renewed optimism. A rip roaring start to the season sees the blues win 2-0..................think I must get back to the ward now byeeeee. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dalziel Kane Posted August 15, 2012 Report Share Posted August 15, 2012 United are title favorites?, that's news to me, or maybe someone's Manchester City animosity clouding judgments.. would have prefered an actual weekend fixture for this, not really happy about a Monday night start and I think it will work in their favor. Still can't believe the new season is already upon us, where do the damn weeks go to. We have brought in some new faces, a few no thrills players that can do a job, but quietly confident. The crowd will be up for it for sure, but they're simply the better side without question, I don't know if even the venue will be advantageous with the players at their disposal. Heart says a victory, head dictates a loss. Everton 0 Manchester United 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete0 Posted August 15, 2012 Report Share Posted August 15, 2012 United are title favorites?, that's news to me, or maybe someone's Manchester City animosity clouding judgments.. Probs something to do with RVP signing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zoo Posted August 15, 2012 Report Share Posted August 15, 2012 City have only brought in Rodwell over the summer which is a terrible signing and they have never had the pressure of having to hold onto a league title. Manchester United will be right on their heels from the off and I think its inevitable that they crack. van Persie is set to sign on Thursday now, could see him at Goodison Park in United colours. Matt 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted August 15, 2012 Report Share Posted August 15, 2012 (edited) Hopefully Fellaini and Gibson are fit to start, unless there is an alternative agenda for Fellaini missing last couple of games. I can see us giving it a real good go with our usual renewed optimism. A rip roaring start to the season sees the blues win 2-0..................think I must get back to the ward now byeeeee. Beards alive! Where you sittin? dunno yet mate, but beers beforehand are long overdue Edited August 15, 2012 by Matt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeO Posted August 15, 2012 Report Share Posted August 15, 2012 United are title favorites?, that's news to me, or maybe someone's Manchester City animosity clouding judgments.. Zoo saying United are (arguably) title favourites doesn't make it true....it isn't . http://www.oddschecker.com/football/english/premier-league/winner Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zoo Posted August 15, 2012 Report Share Posted August 15, 2012 I never actually said they were title favourites, it's just my personal opinion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted August 15, 2012 Report Share Posted August 15, 2012 anyone interested in a "speaking with the enemy"? I know there are a couple on here who go to the Utd forums, so if you can be arsed, why not? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
badaids Posted August 15, 2012 Report Share Posted August 15, 2012 shit, it looks like van persie could be their player by the weekend. hope it doesn't go through in time pete0 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete0 Posted August 15, 2012 Report Share Posted August 15, 2012 van Persie is set to sign on Thursday now, could see him at Goodison Park in United colours. I hope not. In his 9 games against us he has 5 goals and 4 assists and never been on the losing side 7 wins 2 draws . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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