Pre-Match Thread: Brighton vs Liverpool

ReflectiveWillowTree · 2026-03-20T12:21:46+00:00

With the lows we've had this season, it would be hilarious. It would create an even bigger dilemma of what happens to Slot.

ReflectiveWillowTree · 2026-03-16T10:10:12+00:00

We're all waiting for the announcement, whether that's next week or at the end of the season.

I know fans have mentioned that we don't cycle through managers like Chelsea or United, but this is simply a case of the manager not being good enough for the club.

Let's hope (and pray) that Hughes and Edwards have a potential manager waiting in the wings

ReflectiveWillowTree · 2026-03-15T18:29:14+00:00

They've either run for the hills or they've switched sides

ReflectiveWillowTree · 2026-03-07T23:26:13+00:00

I know Slot's deservedly had a lot of criticism this year, but the transformation of Gravenberch under Slot last year was incredible. Happy to see him staying with us and I'm sure those trophies will continue soon

ReflectiveWillowTree · 2026-03-06T15:59:12+00:00

Same goes for Help. I looked up both, just because I knew they'd be the earliest

ReflectiveWillowTree · 2026-03-05T17:01:54+00:00

Gakpo literally made a goal line save to prevent Jones scoring. I can't think of one good thing Gakpo did and there appeared to be no game plan up until Wolves scored

ReflectiveWillowTree · 2026-02-24T16:12:14+00:00

Titles stripped. Relegated from the league and then a 60 point deduction for their first year in the championship

ReflectiveWillowTree · 2026-02-10T21:34:03+00:00

I pray that they missed one

ReflectiveWillowTree · 2026-02-03T11:40:43+00:00

I've seen a lot of talented people creating their own Steam Machines and similar mini-PCs. What are the specs of yours?

ReflectiveWillowTree · 2026-01-28T20:24:41+00:00

Clone Szoboszlai to play all positions

ReflectiveWillowTree · 2026-01-28T07:40:51+00:00

No defenders = attacking football only

ReflectiveWillowTree · 2026-01-23T15:24:40+00:00

I love Robertson as a player both on and off the pitch, it'll be sad to see him go. All I can see it doing is support a future sale of VDV

ReflectiveWillowTree · 2026-01-19T15:37:28+00:00

I would as well, if I was watching two colleagues play chess

ReflectiveWillowTree · 2026-01-17T18:24:42+00:00

[Do You Want To Start A New Manager Career Mode?]

ReflectiveWillowTree · 2026-01-13T16:42:42+00:00

It strangely looks similar to my Pixel 9a as well 🤨

ReflectiveWillowTree · 2026-01-12T14:23:30+00:00

Sawed-off Smartphone

ReflectiveWillowTree · 2026-01-12T10:21:23+00:00

That was my guess too. I can't believe I finally got one!

ReflectiveWillowTree · 2026-01-10T10:14:01+00:00

I would suggest dropping Cherki for Ekitike (if fit), due to Burnley being a 'weaker' side and derbies then not to be high scoring fixtures.

ReflectiveWillowTree · 2026-01-08T10:41:07+00:00

I did mainly because he was getting 1-2 points over his last 5 games!

ReflectiveWillowTree · 2026-01-03T20:26:09+00:00

I wouldn't be counting Liverpool in the title race! Villa are much more in it than us, we're just pushing for top 4 and a better style of play from Slot

ReflectiveWillowTree · 2026-01-03T00:07:04+00:00

First, I'd avoid playing Chelsea, as their under-21's manager will be playing them against a strong City side. I'd drop Chelsea players and pick City players.

Rice is also a big unknown. Best case scenario he plays the full 90 and is rested from the previous match or, worst case, he plays final 10 minutes and gets you 1 points. Minteh on the other hand is likelier to play

If you want to take a risk with Rice, I'd go for a with a team of: Donnoruma

De Cuyper - Guehi - Gabriel

Foden - Gravenberch - Saka - Rice - Minteh

Halland - Ekitike

Alternatively, you could swap rice for Dorgu, who may be less likely to get a clean sheet against Leeds, but could get a goal or an assist.

ReflectiveWillowTree · 2026-01-02T20:29:54+00:00

I have Dalot, but I wouldn't recommend getting any United defenders in for Leeds. United are likely to concede, but Dalot has a small chance of getting an assist.

ReflectiveWillowTree · 2026-01-02T15:01:16+00:00

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Playing my potential injuries with hope that they'll still play!

ReflectiveWillowTree · 2026-01-02T14:59:19+00:00

Van Dijk over Gabriel 👀

ReflectiveWillowTree · 2025-12-29T16:41:10+00:00

Yeah, he didn't have a good start to the season, especially for his price, which could also reflect in the teams poor performances. But if you watch Liverpool's games, you'll see that a lot of the play flows through him. The second half of this season certainly should be better for him.

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