It's going too far. Match of the Day has recently changed 'Man of the Match' to 'Player of the Match' and now we cannot even talk about men in a mans football match. 

Its tough because we had such a difficult game in such hot weather just a few days before, picked up some knocks and are looking bare. I think we will make changes for this. Dolan probably comes in for Hedges perhaps and I reckon the liverpool lad will start. At the back...well, normally i would rest Ayala for this one but we dont have anyone else. 

As for Diaz, well, he's Chilean so is accustomed to hot weather 🙂

3 hours ago, glen9mullan said:

Still interest there, expect this to go to end of window, like anything the deal needs to suit the coffers.

Another name though is Chilean Alexander Aravena

 

 

Only this from Glen - first part is answering a question regarding Styles. 

I also dont see why a Scotsman would be bothered about England winning a tournament. 

Then there is this from another site - seems to indicate that he cannot leave his loan club. SO it would be one for the January transfer window i imagine. 

But the list does not stop, since goals are love and they know it in England, where, according to DirecTV Sports journalist Hermán Chanampa, Alexander Aravena , striker from Universidad Católica who is on loan at Ñublense , could continue. the same way of Marcelino Núñez.

The 19-year-old striker, who has already scored 9 goals this season with the Ñublense shirt, is not only looked at from Bruges in Belgium, but also in recent days he has been joined by an interest from England , a club that until now has not has been revealed.

With this, Aravena would already add polls from Belgium , England and two Brazilian clubs , yes, the most likely thing is that the four clubs will look for him not for the current market, but for the end of the year, when the striker is free after finishing his contract with UC and his loan at Ñublense .

So, found this. It was in Spanish just used Google translate on it. 

Its from https://m.alairelibre.cl/noticias/deportes/futbol/nublense/nicolas-guerra-aparecio-como-opcion-para-irse-a-cska-de-moscu/2022-08-15/001721.html

00:19 - 08/15/2022

Nicolás Guerra appeared as an option to go to CSKA Moscow

So, since 1988 we hadn't won our first three games - how many for 4?

3 minutes ago, pomster said:

Be all over as soon has Nixon reads this!

He has already been asked about it

Tactical mastermind. 

6 minutes ago, Jimmy612 said:

I was wondering that.   Bet he means Gally as the other goal scorer.

Kaminski is better than their keeper. I think both Travis and Buckley are better than what they have as well. Ayala gets in for sure too. 

Can people edit Transfermarkt like wiki? Cos just seen this on there.

Love it when fans of teams we beat call us bang average.

3 minutes ago, Jimmy612 said:

just added a screenshot to my original post from one of their message boards haha.  Quite damning. 

That was one of the least polite - seems to be general consensous that Livermore is one of their weaker links, thats for sure.

Wonder who the second good Rovers player is that would walk into their side? He didn't clear that bit up. I'd argue there's a few more than that personally. 

17 minutes ago, Jimmy612 said:

 

Livermore is a wanker, and I'm not convinced he really offers anything.  Would be interested to see WBA fans opinion on him -swear the guy is living on a reputation from his early days at Spurs.

They dont rate him at all and do not understand why he is getting picked over a young talent that is coming through. 

Just now, Mellor Rover said:

So... any signings?

Nope

2 hours ago, arbitro said:

I've just read that and was about to edit my post. I wrongly assumed it was the knock to his head that forced him off. Ironically I'd said to me brother he looked tired after he made a run forward close to half time. And he was playing in the shaded side 😂😂.

Yeah, in fairness though, wingbacks do have to do a lot more running than most. Especially with that rapid Diangara on his side. 

Just now, arbitro said:

Was the substitution of Brittain a concussion substitute? If it was he might not be available. Hopefully it was just precautionary.

Think JDT is was more weather/exhaustion related. 

Just now, Mercer said:

Fully agree about the managers.

Don't mind Zinfandel but just a tad too sweet for my palate - though ideal to accompany those spicy BBQ dishes.  Enjoy and my recommendation as you've nearly finished your bottle is open another!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I dont drink that shite - all a guise to get you in on the act. Up the Rovers!

3 minutes ago, MarkBRFC said:

Genuinely thought this game would be the one that bought us back down to earth.

We were brilliant today. Not so much the free flowing football but the fight, the will to win and the sheer effort of all of them was something to behold today.

Special mention to Ayala today. I moved from my usual Riverside seat to the near the top of the stand near the Darwen End to get out of the heat. The way he talked to the makeshift defence, marshalled the back line and dragged them all back into position was a defensive masterclass today, also the fact nothing was getting past him. Definitely my MOTM today.

Great day.

Agree he was immense, we dont win without Diaz though. 

16 minutes ago, Mercer said:

Deliriously happy tonight.

Posted many times that even a half decent manager would make a huge difference in comparison to Mowbray.

Sorry to be repetitive but JDT is Venky's get out of jail card - just feckin back him big time.

My red wine stock is rapidly dwindling and I don't care!

Managers get promotion - not players. of course the latter helps, but without the former, you have no chance. 

Nearly finished my Zinfandel btw

Tuchel and Conte lol

Need defensive recruitments and fast. On paper, this is one of the easier earlier fixtures. Need Diaz to keep firing - his confidence must be sky high right now. 

We had gaps last season - just hope we continue this on a game by game basis.

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