Englands World Cup Squad

The Lord · 05-13-2006, 11:41 AM

So what do you think of our world cup squad.

Im not looking forward to it now ive seen it.

Daz · 05-13-2006, 12:11 PM

I think it will be intresting. Shall be v. intresting to see how Walcott does to be honest.

Apart from that i dont think the squad is too bad.

I think it will be hard for us to win it though.

Jedi Knight · 05-17-2006, 12:20 AM

an injured Rooney, an injured Owen, Crouch and Walcott as back up..........cheers Sven your now an honorary national hero in Scotland.

Could this be Sven getting his own back on a nation he feels that doesn't appreciate him? It sounds like sabotage to me.

The rest of the squad pretty much pick itself, but the fowards... i just can't fathom. Would've thought someone like Bent or Johnson (proven goalscorers) would've made it

Joe · 05-17-2006, 09:27 AM

Got to agree with you Jedi Knight. Two injured forwards and a 17 year old who has never even kicked as ball in the Premiership. Walcott will be a fantastic player but not now.

Rooney and Owen were in similar positions in the previous world cup and euro championships but they did have experience playing for their first teams before these major tournaments.

Just another crazy decision by Sven - at least I have know doubt England will not win anything with him in charge.

Do you think McLaren will get the best out of this squad?

Don Juan · 05-17-2006, 11:17 AM

This means 1 up front with wingers a la cheslsea. But even Mourhinho changed to 2 strikers when this was not working. Sven has left himself with very little options up front. Might have a bet on England not to score in any game!!!

Joe · 05-17-2006, 02:25 PM

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Might have a bet on England not to score in any game!!!

Might be even better for clean sheets....

or maybe that is just a dream...lol

justacook · 05-17-2006, 02:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Nakkers

Might be even better for clean sheets....

or maybe that is just a dream...lol

" He's either an absolute genius or a complete sweedish crackpot!! "
i'm hoping for ENGLANDS sake he's a genius!!why only take 4 strikers
(oh!! sorry 3!) crouch isnt a prolific goal machine!!
Maybe i've missed somthing but we are a bit scarce up front on ,
( FIT ) natural goal scorers!!

Jedi Knight · 05-17-2006, 04:07 PM

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Originally Posted by justacook

" He's either an absolute genius or a complete sweedish crackpot!! "
i'm hoping for ENGLANDS sake he's a genius!!why only take 4 strikers
(oh!! sorry 3!) crouch isnt a prolific goal machine!!
Maybe i've missed somthing but we are a bit scarce up front on ,
( FIT ) natural goal scorers!!

Definately a crackpot. Think he caught syphilis from old Nancy. Sent him a bit crazy

Jedi Knight · 05-17-2006, 04:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Juan Kerr

This means 1 up front with wingers a la cheslsea. But even Mourhinho changed to 2 strikers when this was not working. Sven has left himself with very little options up front. Might have a bet on England not to score in any game!!!

Do you think this means a counter-attacking game for England, using pace to exploit the opposition?
Crouch for a change in tactics if it's all going pete tong.

Have to agree, these strikers leave him little room to manoeuvre. Must be planning one through the middle, hoping for Lampard and Cole to get beyond the fowards

Joe · 05-17-2006, 04:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Jedi Knight

Do you think this means a counter-attacking game for England, using pace to exploit the opposition?
Crouch for a change in tactics if it's all going pete tong.

Have to agree, these strikers leave him little room to manoeuvre. Must be planning one through the middle, hoping for Lampard and Cole to get beyond the fowards

If Crouch is injured where would that leave Sven?

In fact maybe it would be better if he did get injured, or is it only me who thinks he is the biggest fairy in the Premiership?

Jedi Knight · 05-17-2006, 04:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Nakkers

If Crouch is injured where would that leave Sven?

In fact maybe it would be better if he did get injured, or is it only me who thinks he is the biggest fairy in the Premiership?

Hey, that's a right insult to fairys', at least they're useful lol

He's the only player who need clearance from air traffic control when he goes up for a header

Joe · 05-17-2006, 05:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Jedi Knight

Hey, that's a right insult to fairys', at least they're useful lol

He's the only player who need clearance from air traffic control when he goes up for a header

But he doesn't jump. Put a miner's lamp on him and he would be streetlamp.

Don Juan · 05-17-2006, 06:35 PM

Crouch may be 6ft 7in but he can only jump to 6ft 5in. I have never seen him attack a ball or beat 2 men and score. I think sven hopes that his strong midfield will feed of the knockdowns as defence back-off beanpole Crouch.

No doubt England have a world class team but with injuries etc they are looking a bit ordinary. But sometimes ordinary players play better wothout the big ego's in the team.

Don Juan · 05-17-2006, 06:37 PM

Enough of the strikers who partners John Terry in defence.

Rio , Sol , Carragher

Stiles · 05-17-2006, 07:35 PM

Rio. Although JC has a good claim.

squid · 05-22-2006, 02:17 AM

Why can no one see how over rated a player Rio Ferdinand is? Isnt there a 17 year old defender that hasn't played a game in the premiership that Sven could have picked? I think that Sol Campbell should definatly play.

And personally i'm praying that Sven reinstates David James in Goals!

Jedi Knight · 05-22-2006, 03:58 PM

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Originally Posted by squid

Why can no one see how over rated a player Rio Ferdinand is? Isnt there a 17 year old defender that hasn't played a game in the premiership that Sven could have picked? I think that Sol Campbell should definatly play.

And personally i'm praying that Sven reinstates David James in Goals!

By suggesting Campbell, me thinks you are not an Engerlund fan.

Personally i think Rio could achieve greatness if he could lose some of that arrogance. He has to remember that his primary job is to defend and not strut around as though he is a cultured midfielder. At times he's a liability at the back as he dilly dallies and appears to show a total lack of respect for opposition strikers.

He should look to John Terry who is world class and gets the job done!!

Stiles · 05-22-2006, 07:01 PM

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Originally Posted by squid

And personally i'm praying that Sven reinstates David James in Goals!

Oh dear god betty, seriously how can you think that. Im a Arsenal fan and im saying that Robinson (A spurs player) is one of the best things about the currently England line up.

Joe · 05-22-2006, 10:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Stiles21

Rio. Although JC has a good claim.

I think Rio has been a little complacent at Manu U from Jan onwards. Seemed to pick up the last 6 games of the season though.

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Originally Posted by squid

And personally i'm praying that Sven reinstates David James in Goals!

He may be a Scottish fan who would like to see England lose.

King of Kings · 05-23-2006, 11:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Jedi Knight

Definately a crackpot. Think he caught syphilis from old Nancy. Sent him a bit crazy

Maybe he should catch someting else from Nancy, some new ideas for better tactics for one

Joe · 05-23-2006, 01:20 PM

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Originally Posted by King of Kings

Maybe he should catch someting else from Nancy, some new ideas for better tactics for one

Welcome to the forum King of Kings! Always glad to welcome fellow Tims

Who will you be supporting at the WC?

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05-13-2006, 12:11 PM	#2 (permalink)
Daz Football Talk King Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: UK Posts: 1,400 vCash: 500	I think it will be intresting. Shall be v. intresting to see how Walcott does to be honest. Apart from that i dont think the squad is too bad. I think it will be hard for us to win it though.

05-17-2006, 12:20 AM	#3 (permalink)
Jedi Knight Admin Join Date: May 2006 Location: ma hoose Posts: 1,437 vCash: 500	an injured Rooney, an injured Owen, Crouch and Walcott as back up..........cheers Sven your now an honorary national hero in Scotland. Could this be Sven getting his own back on a nation he feels that doesn't appreciate him? It sounds like sabotage to me. The rest of the squad pretty much pick itself, but the fowards... i just can't fathom. Would've thought someone like Bent or Johnson (proven goalscorers) would've made it

05-17-2006, 09:27 AM	#4 (permalink)
Joe Football Talk Admin Join Date: May 2006 Location: Glasgow Posts: 13,533 vCash: 500	Got to agree with you Jedi Knight. Two injured forwards and a 17 year old who has never even kicked as ball in the Premiership. Walcott will be a fantastic player but not now. Rooney and Owen were in similar positions in the previous world cup and euro championships but they did have experience playing for their first teams before these major tournaments. Just another crazy decision by Sven - at least I have know doubt England will not win anything with him in charge. Do you think McLaren will get the best out of this squad?

05-17-2006, 11:17 AM	#5 (permalink)
Don Juan Admin Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 205 vCash: 700	This means 1 up front with wingers a la cheslsea. But even Mourhinho changed to 2 strikers when this was not working. Sven has left himself with very little options up front. Might have a bet on England not to score in any game!!!

05-17-2006, 06:35 PM	#13 (permalink)
Don Juan Admin Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 205 vCash: 700	Crouch may be 6ft 7in but he can only jump to 6ft 5in. I have never seen him attack a ball or beat 2 men and score. I think sven hopes that his strong midfield will feed of the knockdowns as defence back-off beanpole Crouch. No doubt England have a world class team but with injuries etc they are looking a bit ordinary. But sometimes ordinary players play better wothout the big ego's in the team.

05-17-2006, 06:37 PM	#14 (permalink)
Don Juan Admin Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 205 vCash: 700	Enough of the strikers who partners John Terry in defence. Rio , Sol , Carragher

05-22-2006, 02:17 AM	#16 (permalink)
squid Veteran Join Date: May 2006 Location: Glasgow Posts: 768 vCash: 500	Why can no one see how over rated a player Rio Ferdinand is? Isnt there a 17 year old defender that hasn't played a game in the premiership that Sven could have picked? I think that Sol Campbell should definatly play. And personally i'm praying that Sven reinstates David James in Goals!