blueheaven Posted June 28, 2017 Report Share Posted June 28, 2017 Going for 3-0 Saints, if we go about it the right way. I think we're more organised than we have been for Europe than we ever have been, and thats with injuries throughout the team. Presuming we're not signing anyone else in the next few hours, here is my team: Clark Foster Shaughnessy Gordon Craig Wotherspoon Scougall Davidson Alston Maclean Kane Not sure Ando's situation but from what we've heard it could be a nasty one and will be out. Gilchrist could also be an option but with Gordon getting the nod at Aberdeen last year I feel Tommy has more faith in him for a big occasion. Wotherspoon and Alston could each play on either wing which gives us a bit of diversity. Would have loved to bring MOH in before tomorrow but it doesn't sound like one that will happen over night. Maybe the next round(fingers crossed). Craig at left back is a decent option in my eyes, experience and can step up to the occasion. Tommy clearly feels like he didn't have to get a left back in in time for this one, so must have a plan. We've still got some decent players to bring off the bench with this team that can make a difference too. Paton, Thomson, Cummins etc. Touch wood none of our back four end up on the deck. A 4-4-2 is a must in this game. We can't hold back against this lot or we could end up regretting it like in the past. If we have confidence and no respect we will get a result. Apologies for mammoth post, getting excited for tomorrow! COYS. I don't think we'll be as attacking as that. I think Macca will play as a lone striker with Scougall supporting him as an attacking midfielder and two central midfielders (Paton next to Davidson/Millar) behind them. I also reckon Easton will start and Tanser will be on the bench. I'm expecting this to be a bloody tough game as they've got some serious pedigree in their line-up. We absolutely have to play to win but I don't think you'll see us go all-out attack. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ScottMann Posted June 28, 2017 Report Share Posted June 28, 2017 Worth noting that Scougall appears to be a 1 in 10 scorer so hopefully he's not going to be looked on as a striker substitute until we get the mythical goalscoring jewel we await. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandomGuy Posted June 28, 2017 Report Share Posted June 28, 2017 Clark Foster - Joe - Gordon - Easton Alston - Millar - Craig - Wotherspoon MacLean - Cummins Is what I expect. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fergiefootball Posted June 28, 2017 Report Share Posted June 28, 2017 Clark Foster - Joe - Gordon - Easton Alston - Millar - Craig - Wotherspoon MacLean - Cummins Is what I expect. No Scougall ?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul N Shark Posted June 28, 2017 Report Share Posted June 28, 2017 Extremely nervous about this game, they are on a good run of form, can't afford to let them get an away goal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Widge Posted June 28, 2017 Report Share Posted June 28, 2017 Scougall has barely had a pre-season and has spent the last 2 weeks in Dubai on holiday. I doubt he's up to speed, let alone match fit, so I'd be amazed if he started. Wright will go with the players he knows and trusts and I suspect Scougall will get the last 20 or so if we need him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fergiefootball Posted June 28, 2017 Report Share Posted June 28, 2017 I think Scougall will play...has had 2/ 3 freindlies and will be a fit guy generally. He,l be chomping at the bit. Havana Saint 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Havana Saint Posted June 28, 2017 Report Share Posted June 28, 2017 Worth noting that Scougall appears to be a 1 in 10 scorer so hopefully he's not going to be looked on as a striker substitute until we get the mythical goalscoring jewel we await. Goals within a different league. Positive attitude from players, staff and fans and we will be grand.COYS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blueheaven Posted June 28, 2017 Report Share Posted June 28, 2017 Clark Foster - Joe - Gordon - Easton Alston - Millar - Craig - Wotherspoon MacLean - Cummins Is what I expect. I'll be pretty surprised if that's the line-up. I reckon Scougall and Paton will both start. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fergiefootball Posted June 28, 2017 Report Share Posted June 28, 2017 Zander Foster Joe Gordon Beaston Spoony Scougall Muzz Liam Macca Cummins That would be my team.....Midge to come on for a tiring Scougall and help see the game out. 2-0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandomGuy Posted June 28, 2017 Report Share Posted June 28, 2017 I'll be pretty surprised if that's the line-up. I reckon Scougall and Paton will both start. I'm not sure Paton is that long back in training. I think it was Radford who mentioned it on P&B, but with Macca being out of the second leg, we'd usually expect a lone front man with Swanson in behind. That role will likely be taken by Scougall. We may decide to leave him out with the second leg in mind. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ScottMann Posted June 28, 2017 Report Share Posted June 28, 2017 Goals within a different league. Positive attitude from players, staff and fans and we will be grand.COYS Two different leagues! Not being negative, just realistic and hoping everyone else will be too.I'll be more than happy if 'all' he does is set them up for everyone else. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fergiefootball Posted June 28, 2017 Report Share Posted June 28, 2017 I'm not sure Paton is that long back in training. I think it was Radford who mentioned it on P&B, but with Macca being out of the second leg, we'd usually expect a lone front man with Swanson in behind. That role will likely be taken by Scougall. We may decide to leave him out with the second leg in mind. Has Paton not been playing for NI so should be fit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saintgscot Posted June 28, 2017 Report Share Posted June 28, 2017 Trakai are staying at the Queens hotel if anyone wants to start a sing song outside to keep them awake or maybe set fire alarm off LAUGH OUT LOUD Pat McGroin 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slf Posted June 28, 2017 Report Share Posted June 28, 2017 Trakai are staying at the Queens hotel if anyone wants to start a sing song outside to keep them awake or maybe set fire alarm off LAUGH OUT LOUD It's £4 a pint there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broon Posted June 28, 2017 Report Share Posted June 28, 2017 I'm not sure how well suited Paton's style will be to European referees - I think a more subtle (Craig/Millar/Davidson) style might be better. Looking forward to the game - European games are always a complete unknown and a nice break from the norm. No matter how good or bad they are if they have a bit of pace and a decent amount of technical ability then we will need to be on our guard. We've seen it too many times that eastern European teams are streets ahead in gamesmanship and have that ability to suckerpunch when not on top. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slf Posted June 28, 2017 Report Share Posted June 28, 2017 Extremely nervous about this game, they are on a good run of form, can't afford to let them get an away goal. Take it easy.have a beer.fc tracky top are pish. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Havana Saint Posted June 28, 2017 Report Share Posted June 28, 2017 Trakai are staying at the Queens hotel if anyone wants to start a sing song outside to keep them awake or maybe set fire alarm off LAUGH OUT LOUD Send the bagpipes roon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
541ntees Posted June 28, 2017 Report Share Posted June 28, 2017 Clark Foster Joe Kerr Easton Alston Millar Paton Spoony Scougall Macca subs-Mannua Gordon Tanser Muzz Craig Kane Cummins Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PauloPerth Posted June 28, 2017 Report Share Posted June 28, 2017 Saw this on twitter, interesting https://www.esdfanalysis.com/match-forecasting/european-scouting-report-fk-trakai/amp/ That's really well put together, wonder if our coaching staff have seen it? Hopefully we can knock them out then pinch their 18 year old African star striker. PanamaSaint and Shaggy Jenkins 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Havana Saint Posted June 28, 2017 Report Share Posted June 28, 2017 Very detailed. Accuracy may be questionable. We are a great team, so feeling confident. Shaggy Jenkins 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOODLUM65 Posted June 28, 2017 Report Share Posted June 28, 2017 It's £4 a pint there. Maybe the pubs in Vilnius will reciprocate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slf Posted June 28, 2017 Report Share Posted June 28, 2017 Maybe the pubs in Vilnius will reciprocate. Soon find oot chief Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin James Is On Stilts Posted June 29, 2017 Report Share Posted June 29, 2017 I'm not sure how well suited Paton's style will be to European referees - I think a more subtle (Craig/Millar/Davidson) style might be better. Looking forward to the game - European games are always a complete unknown and a nice break from the norm. No matter how good or bad they are if they have a bit of pace and a decent amount of technical ability then we will need to be on our guard. We've seen it too many times that eastern European teams are streets ahead in gamesmanship and have that ability to suckerpunch when not on top. Never heard Muzz's style called subtle before Jamie_Beatson 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broon Posted June 29, 2017 Report Share Posted June 29, 2017 Never heard Muzz's style called subtle before 'More' subtle. Muzz is fair, Paton loves a two footed from behind on the half way line . Not saying I don't like Paton, I do, but I suspect European refs might not like him as much! andy rhodes fancy watch and Kevin James Is On Stilts 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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