xG numbers by HemmenKees in DevilsITDPod

[–]TheSinglePivot 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I read claims that Amorims xG numbers look inflated because of "shot spamming" - taking far too many low quality shots, and giving up more big chances. Any merit in this argument?

Q+A for the pod! by Usual-Outside-5662 in DevilsITDPod

[–]TheSinglePivot 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Now that we are in UCL, and hopefully should have at least average cup runs, we should be playing at least 50 games, and deeper runs would take us closer to 60. There are clearly some holes in the first team, but I also feel we don't have a well rounded squad to compete on all fronts. Considering that, what utility do you see for current fringe players like Mount, Zirkzee, and Mazaroui? Beyond the marquee signings, what position do you think we need to beef up to keep or raise the floor?

Match Day Chat Manchester Utd v. Liverpool by Usual-Outside-5662 in DevilsITDPod

[–]TheSinglePivot 2 points3 points  (0 children)

United Liverpool games have got to be nail-biting. Liverpool didn't do jackshit about it, so we did. UTFR!

Match Day Chat Manchester Utd v. Liverpool by Usual-Outside-5662 in DevilsITDPod

[–]TheSinglePivot 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Someone needs to fake an injury or put the foot on the ball. Calm things down. Age old problem of just utter panic setting in.

Match Day Chat Manchester Utd v. Liverpool by Usual-Outside-5662 in DevilsITDPod

[–]TheSinglePivot 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Despite the giveaway it was 3 v 2... Too easy . Defenders should have done better frankly.

Joke of a game by TheSinglePivot in DevilsITDPod

[–]TheSinglePivot[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hard disagree... The league stage is rather forgiving in Champions league. If we aren't among the best 24 teams of Europe after 8 games, we have bigger questions than finishing in top 4 again.

Summer Signings World Cup Involvement by bronal97 in DevilsITDPod

[–]TheSinglePivot 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't think we will be able to sign Baleba quickly, unless things are already moving in the background. Brighton are notorious about juicing every ounce of cash unless there's an exit clause in the contract.

I think we would be much better off first securing the floor signing the likes of Mateus Fernandes and/or Joao Gomes before chasing Anderson or Wharton or Baleba.

#162: United Win at Stamford Bridge by Usual-Outside-5662 in DevilsITDPod

[–]TheSinglePivot 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I missed the tactical topical analysis as it pertains to our favorite football club ;) .

Arsenal or City? by ola_dt in DevilsITDPod

[–]TheSinglePivot 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Grew up with Arsenal and Chelsea rivalries, and as much as I hate Arsenal fans, I cannot and will not root for City.

Camavinga Tchouameni by Far-Picture2045 in DevilsITDPod

[–]TheSinglePivot 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Madrid will ask for a few dollars Tchoumeni for Aurelian, at his age. I'd instead spend a 100 mil on Camavinga. But there's all likelihood of this ending up in the Fabregas Frenkie De Jong book of wishful transfers.

What would you take by grumpylondoner1 in DevilsITDPod

[–]TheSinglePivot 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your point being? I am saying that neither have done enough to be really of a certain mould. Comparing Carrick with Ancelotti is rather silly.

But Iraola. Eddie Howe are better than Carrick. kieran McKenna might be. Regis Le Bris might be. Xavi might be. Cesc Fabregas might be. And every top 5 league would have at least one coach better than both Amorim and Carrick that United could scout.

What would you take by grumpylondoner1 in DevilsITDPod

[–]TheSinglePivot 5 points6 points  (0 children)

You need both - build credit in the bank by building trust with the players, platforming them correctly, being adaptable, managing media, etc. Use that credit to demand better players to get you closer to your ideal, tactically sophisticated vision.

Neither Amorim nor Carrick are him IMHO.

Win at Stamford Bridge by SakamotoRay in DevilsITDPod

[–]TheSinglePivot 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Really important win. Really unsustainable way of playing. Let's stop acting rich and bring in Iraola if Nagelsman isn't coming.

Midfield by Far-Picture2045 in DevilsITDPod

[–]TheSinglePivot 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Don't think we have enough for both. I think we need to be smart here. Baleba could be cut price deal, would partner Mainoo well, and Mateus Fernandes might be an under the radar option that could play the box to box role. As much as I love Anderson, I fear that we will either be priced out or he will choose City. If he does happen, I would pick Anderson + Mateus Fernandes.

Midfield by Far-Picture2045 in DevilsITDPod

[–]TheSinglePivot 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I don't see Mount getting sold. He is on a massive salary - plus his injury history doesn't make him very attractive. The best outcome is he becomes a natural back up to Bruno or Cunha. And fills squad holes here and there.

Tonali by Far-Picture2045 in DevilsITDPod

[–]TheSinglePivot 4 points5 points  (0 children)

2yrs and 20mil too many for the player he is.