EURO 2020 / 2021 CHAT

[Charnwood]

I can’t see Germany scoring against us let alone winning. I just hope it isn’t a 0-0 bore draw and we lose on penalties.
My Prediction remains unchanged, England 1-0 Germany

[Dubai Blue]

I don't understand why everyone is so worried about the Germans.

You got Alzheimers? You forgot?

Keep these posts coming, Dubai.

I guess that was the point that I didn't take the time to post earlier. We are all remembering yesterday's Germany. Today's Germany is no better than half the other teams in these finals.

[marko69]

Germany could have the Paul Hurst team playing tonight, its the mental block of not beating Germany at a tournament since 1966, (May be wrong but i think you won a cup that year, )

Fact is, this “not as good” Germany would no doubt wipe the floor with Scotland and Scotland made England look a million miles away from a tournament champion.

I’ll be very surprised if England progress……. And if you do, then it should be a final v Belgium or Italy.

[goldandblack]

I don't understand why everyone is so worried about the Germans.

You got Alzheimers? You forgot?

Keep these posts coming, Dubai.

I guess that was the point that I didn't take the time to post earlier. We are all remembering yesterday's Germany. Today's Germany is no better than half the other teams in these finals.

Exactly this.

[goldandblack]

Think we should forward the post from Saint onto Southgate to put up in the dressing room to motivate the players!
Leaving for Wembley soon what will be will be.

I can think of a more appropriate place to shove it. Have a great time and a Safe trip Shed,.I'll stay behind and guard our Fish n Chip Shop .

[Steve and Jo]

Think we should forward the post from Saint onto Southgate to put up in the dressing room to motivate the players!
Leaving for Wembley soon what will be will be.

I can think of a more appropriate place to shove it. Have a great time and a Safe trip Shed,..

Agree totally on both points, Safe trip Shed

[AzzurroMark]

I can’t see Germany scoring against us let alone winning. I just hope it isn’t a 0-0 bore draw and we lose on penalties.
My Prediction remains unchanged, England 1-0 Germany

Was thinking exactly that last night as i went to sleep! Those greedy buggers last night must have used up most of the Last 16 goals quota! Not raising my hopes on seeing a classic tonight, but would quite happily take a scrappy 1-0 victory for England.

[marko69]

Was thinking exactly that last night as i went to sleep!

That is definitely a great idea for a thread over on off topic chat. Finally after all these years we could get "breast chat" onto the TB forum.

Which reminds me; getting a KFC delivery later for the football.

[goldandblack]

Anyone remember Stan, and his Chip Shop

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K72256vnssk

https://www.frogtoon.com/Track/Stan+Boa ... Our+Chippy

https://www.frogtoon.com/Track/Stan+Boa ... u&_ref=rju

[AzzurroMark]

Quite a defensive line up from Southgate. Though we have looked OK so far, i feel we miss a wiley, experienced player in midfield. Would have liked to have had a fit Jordan Henderson nestled in there from the start.

C'mon England

[Tangfastic]

Just seen the team.

Looks like Southgate’s going even more defensive and changing formation.

I think I’d rather we go for it. We’ve got some really good attacking talent. Feels like we’re scared of the Germans.

[Charnwood]

Not sure I’d have predicted that starting line up especially Stones and McGuire side by side which could make us vulnerable. Often its said you’re only as strong as your bench and if that were the case we would win comfortably as I don’t ever recall an England manager having a stronger bench at his disposal with pace and creativity readily available. It looks to me like Southgate has chosen to make sure we don’t lose over going for them from the start. As I said yesterday getting his tactics right is Southgate's biggest challenge, I just hope he’s got it right.

Still sticking with 1-0 England.

At least we won’t have to listen to Emma The Dyke commentating tonight, I don’t ever want to listen to her again.

[number 9]

I think Saka could be key in England’s attack. I hope he can link up with Kane.

[Charnwood]

I think Saka could be key in England’s attack. I hope he can link up with Kane.

He certainly looked special in the last game when he booked his place in tonight’s starting line up.

[number 9]

12 mins in…Southgate’s conservative plan isn’t working.

[Charnwood]

I think it’s working now. After a very nervy start we appear to be getting on top.

[hallamblue]

Ive not been impressed with Kane at all in this competition: he’s basically anonymous!

[Charnwood]

Great save from Pickford on 31 mins.

[Charnwood]

Ive not been impressed with Kane at all in this competition: he’s basically anonymous!

Too many distractions Liz.

[Tangfastic]

Not sure I’d have predicted that starting line up especially Stones and McGuire side by side which could make us vulnerable. Often its said you’re only as strong as your bench and if that were the case we would win comfortably as I don’t ever recall an England manager having a stronger bench at his disposal with pace and creativity readily available. It looks to me like Southgate has chosen to make sure we don’t lose over going for them from the start. As I said yesterday getting his tactics right is Southgate's biggest challenge, I just hope he’s got it right.

Still sticking with 1-0 England.

At least we won’t have to listen to Emma The Dyke commentating tonight, I don’t ever want to listen to her again.

That can backfire. We did that last season by regularly leaving creative talent like Sears, Drinan, Hawkins and Jackson on the bench. Look where it got us.

[number 9]

England need Grealish or Foden on

[hallamblue]

I think we’re giving them far too much respect . Have a bloody go …..

[marko69]

Not sure I’d have predicted that starting line up especially Stones and McGuire side by side which could make us vulnerable. Often its said you’re only as strong as your bench and if that were the case we would win comfortably as I don’t ever recall an England manager having a stronger bench at his disposal with pace and creativity readily available. It looks to me like Southgate has chosen to make sure we don’t lose over going for them from the start. As I said yesterday getting his tactics right is Southgate's biggest challenge, I just hope he’s got it right.

Still sticking with 1-0 England.

At least we won’t have to listen to Emma The Dyke commentating tonight, I don’t ever want to listen to her again.

That can backfire. We did that last season by regularly leaving creative talent like Sears, Drinan, Hawkins and Jackson on the bench. Look where it got us.

Superb

Phillips lucky lad. Proper ankle snapper that was on Kroos. Could’ve been red in some refs eyes.

[Bluemike]

Not a lot in the first half, after an opening 15 minutes in which we were anonymous we came more into it and looked the better side, Germany still had a gilt edge chance from which Pickford made a good save. Saka and Sterling comfortably our best players, Rice anonymous and Kane embarrassing again. All to play for but we need to change it, get Grealish on !!!

[marko69]

England need Grealish or Foden on

Certainly Foden, 9. That’d make it more interesting for the English.

[Steve and Jo]

Really quite frustrating, we shown when running and quick passing we really cause them problems. Far too many times seem hesitant and look for the backwards pass.

Agree with bringing on the free flowing quick players

[Charnwood]

England need Grealish or Foden on

Come 60 mins the gloves will have to come off, any two of Foden, Mount or Grealish coming on.

[Steve and Jo]

Sterling frustrates me, so many things could do but he had to charge at them all. Use your head man was, player to your right.. They win and next thing right back in our box

[Charnwood]

Not a lot in the first half, after an opening 15 minutes in which we were anonymous we came more into it and looked the better side, Germany still had a gilt edge chance from which Pickford made a good save. Saka and Sterling comfortably our best players, Rice anonymous and Kane embarrassing again. All to play for but we need to change it, get Grealish on !!!

I can’t see him taking Harry Kane off Mike unless he’s injured. He’s the sort of player who only needs one opportunity which may be enough to win this game.

[Charnwood]

Time for a change me thinks.