SallyCinnamon Posted November 11, 2020 Share Posted November 11, 2020 Just now, WalthamOwl said: At the minute we are 2 points from 4th from bottom. Should we really just be getting a manager in to ensure we aren’t bottom 3 this season? Honestly, I’d say yes. The way we’ve been playing this season I really think relegation is a strong possibility. Pulis or Cook would keep us up. Would prefer the latter, but I don’t think he’s in contention. Much much prefer Pulis than Campbell, Pearson, Poyet some of the names I’ve seen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WalthamOwl Posted November 11, 2020 Share Posted November 11, 2020 Do people think we currently have the players to play the way Pulis plays? If he comes in and wants to play the way he always does play will he be able to do that with this squad? One worrying thing i was reading was that at Boro he played lots of players out of position, im sick of that going on here. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WalthamOwl Posted November 11, 2020 Share Posted November 11, 2020 7 minutes ago, SallyCinnamon said: Honestly, I’d say yes. The way we’ve been playing this season I really think relegation is a strong possibility. Pulis or Cook would keep us up. Would prefer the latter, but I don’t think he’s in contention. Much much prefer Pulis than Campbell, Pearson, Poyet some of the names I’ve seen. yes of the realistic ones Cook would be my choice. As you say I think he would keep us up but would also be someone that could be here long term, I don’t think Pulis would be. Also Cook would pull the majority of the fanbase together, again Pulis wouldn’t imo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roscoe P. Coltrane Posted November 11, 2020 Share Posted November 11, 2020 28 minutes ago, Holmowl said: Bristol City and Portsmouth were his earliest days. At West Brom he kept a struggling team up, getting short-listed for Prem Manager of the Season as a result. Once he left they got relegated. If Steven Billic finishes 17th he’ll be a success. Is he Slaven's brother? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pieman Posted November 11, 2020 Share Posted November 11, 2020 3 hours ago, gurujuan said: but with respect, again that’s extremes isn’t it. Nobody expects us to be playing tika taka football, but neither do they expect us to be playing hoof ball, in this day and age. I’d settle for something in between, occasionally direct when needed, but comfortable enough on the ball to maintain control over games Only as extreme as quoting Wimbledon won the cup. My view is Pulis will provide 'in between' football, but with a higher win percentage. My point being, he can manage all the ingredients which are currently in play right now to get a better outcome. Come the time we are seeking higher quality, flare players, or mounting a promotion charge etc, then this view will probably change quickly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pieman Posted November 11, 2020 Share Posted November 11, 2020 1 hour ago, WalthamOwl said: Do people think we currently have the players to play the way Pulis plays? If he comes in and wants to play the way he always does play will he be able to do that with this squad? One worrying thing i was reading was that at Boro he played lots of players out of position, im sick of that going on here. Argh....me too. Its just basic.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beholder Posted November 11, 2020 Share Posted November 11, 2020 (edited) Pulis knows how to defend but where will the goals come from? Short term fix if you ask me. Edited November 11, 2020 by Beholder Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pieman Posted November 11, 2020 Share Posted November 11, 2020 2 hours ago, @owlstalk said: That was in the 80's though That's like 40 years ago Most managers weren't even born when they were doing that These days trying to grind out 1-0 wins ends up in a dull dire match and a 1-0 defeat I understand that. I am referring to the point of 'perception' as opposed to 'reality'. Had this site existed 40 years ago, I suspect everyone to a man would be denouncing Wilko's appointment.... All I am saying is it is wrong to write off Pulis based on a perception of his playing style, if in reality he starts getting results and we climb up the league. I believe we have to approach where we are in stages. I think it is impossible to appoint a manager who: wins games from the off with this squad and avoids relegation; plays a purists brand of football; develops and signs 20 players to win promotion to the PL next year. I believe Pearson could do this. Hughton could. I think the ultimate pick at present would be Eddie Howe; I dont think he would come... 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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@owlstalk Posted November 11, 2020 Share Posted November 11, 2020 Just now, Pieman said: I understand that. I am referring to the point of 'perception' as opposed to 'reality'. Had this site existed 40 years ago, I suspect everyone to a man would be denouncing Wilko's appointment.... That's a really interesting point I don't actually remember him coming - was a few months before my time What was it like then - does anyone remember him arriving? Owlstalk Shop Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
@owlstalk Posted November 11, 2020 Share Posted November 11, 2020 Just now, SallyCinnamon said: Sky is a betting company - they want you to pile your cash onto Pulis Pulis is not going to be the new manager and they well and truly know this 1 Owlstalk Shop Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adelphi1867 Posted November 11, 2020 Share Posted November 11, 2020 16 hours ago, @owlstalk said: Nobody is being interviewed this week The deal was sealed a couple of weeks ago Don't believe the hype Why the delay?. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shezzas left peg Posted November 11, 2020 Share Posted November 11, 2020 16 hours ago, SallyCinnamon said: Does Meggo want to be number 2 this time mate? He'll know our sqaud and team. He'll know we Havnt the players to play pullis football. He'd be on hand to take over when pullis gets sacked if he can't get a barnstorming centre forward, long throw specialist and a big gnarly lug to play cm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adelphi1867 Posted November 11, 2020 Share Posted November 11, 2020 16 hours ago, 0114 said: Actually don’t mind Pulis myself. But I know he would be unpopular amongst our fans. Which is what does put me off, I’d really like there to be a buzz about the new manager, similar to when Bruce joined. Think it’s fair to say his football isn’t the most enjoyable but you can’t question his ability to get results. I also don’t think Pulis signs up to any job going, convincing him to come here would be a coup. But I understand the sceptics. If we are winning games then no one will complain apart from the usual suspects who would complain if we had Jesus and his Dad in charge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shezzas left peg Posted November 11, 2020 Share Posted November 11, 2020 Didn't Dc say one of the reasons for getting rid of monk was the lack of attractive attacking football?? Monk is a younger version of pullis, I think there's only one manager I cn think of that plays more boring turgid eye bleeding football and that's karanka. If you want attacking football get a manager that plays that way becouse appointing pullis and expecting good football is utterly deluded. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shezzas left peg Posted November 11, 2020 Share Posted November 11, 2020 2 hours ago, WalthamOwl said: Do people think we currently have the players to play the way Pulis plays? If he comes in and wants to play the way he always does play will he be able to do that with this squad? One worrying thing i was reading was that at Boro he played lots of players out of position, im sick of that going on here. Exactly my thoughts bud. I've said the same. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daveyboy66 Posted November 11, 2020 Share Posted November 11, 2020 35 minutes ago, Pieman said: I understand that. I am referring to the point of 'perception' as opposed to 'reality'. Had this site existed 40 years ago, I suspect everyone to a man would be denouncing Wilko's appointment.... Make no mistake there were a lot of fans questioning Wilko's appointment...it only lasted a few matches as we tore into the opposition at full speed and realised teams hated playing us 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanye West Posted November 11, 2020 Share Posted November 11, 2020 37 minutes ago, @owlstalk said: Sky is a betting company - they want you to pile your cash onto Pulis Pulis is not going to be the new manager and they well and truly know this SkyBet isn't owned by Sky anymore Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LondonOwl313 Posted November 11, 2020 Share Posted November 11, 2020 2 hours ago, SallyCinnamon said: Honestly, I’d say yes. The way we’ve been playing this season I really think relegation is a strong possibility. Pulis or Cook would keep us up. Would prefer the latter, but I don’t think he’s in contention. Much much prefer Pulis than Campbell, Pearson, Poyet some of the names I’ve seen. Liked this but wouldn’t put Pearson in that category, he’d be a real coup for us. Kept Leicester up in the Prem and got 8/15 wins for Watford last season.. wasn’t his fault they went down Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sMacLean Posted November 11, 2020 Share Posted November 11, 2020 Rather have Monk than Pulis. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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