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  2. Yeah it was a draw so apologies, forgot to add that in but seemed to remember at the time that we were disappointed not to get a win
  3. An actual constructive conversation. I agree with most of what you have said and get that we would have to try shoehorn Ferguson in somewhere, it just seems a waste for me tbh as I think he would certianly enhance the quality of the team to me. This is why it has been frustrating during the recent games as I feel Clarke could of tried something different for these frendlies such as playing Christie in the CDM role but he played him in a CAM position again. Also, just because its the area of the team where we have the best options doesn't mean we have to continually stick with the same five players. There has been many games (not just the frendlies) where we have been outplayed and midfield has been an issue. Ferguson's defensive and energy capabilities could make a big difference to our team but we are not going to find out now before the euros as Clarke seems to like to stick to a settled team.
  4. I had a fair skinful in Bordeaux but I'm pretty sure we drew with Norway.
  5. Both Adams and Dykes have done a shift for Scotland in previously years. At a time when Shanklands game wasnt where it is at now so im not sure Clarke can be criticised for not playing Shankland then. I think most agree that Dykes and Adams form both at club and international level has dropped this season. Shankland has upped his game and become more rounded. Hence why he has forced his way into the starting conversation rather than being talked about as one who might make the squad. As I said, he started against Holland to see if he could pass the test, he did. Its only natural Dykes then plays against NI as he is still in mix. As you say, McTom and McGinn at this point are undroppable. They play in the position that is most suited to Ferguson. Both Gilmour and McGreggor have put in several outstanding performances for Scotland and naturally play in the deeper roles. Its unfortunate for Ferguson but there is no need to rip the strongest part of the team up to shoe horn him in. If Ferguson had put in an outstanding performance, scored a vital goal or done something abit special then he would have a stronger case but he hasnt. He is a quality player but at this point he isnt a starter in our strongest 11. Everyone has their views but I just cant get on board with McGinn as a lone striker and I doubt anybody else will either. Its a mute point as 100% it will not happen.
  6. Cool bro, very insightful as always
  7. There is no doubt it is a classic series and probably one of the best things TV has ever gave us. However from what we know now there is much omitted and it is a propaganda piece that tries not to upset anyone Albert Speer is the prime example - given a deal by West and allowed to play the "good German" till he was dead
  8. Takes designed to get a reaction include: - Crediting McLeish with our recent success - 'Everyone' expected us to get past the group stages in the 80s and 90s - Ferguson and Shankland got 'fuck all' minutes these last two games - We should try McGinn upfront, 'he could be the new Fabregas'
  9. Stephen O’Donnell with a pair of goalie gloves on
  10. Careful this is far too positive as a post on this thread.
  11. If squad numbers increased then we will end up with Stephen O'Donnell and no Doak
  12. Anybody know what the attendance was given at?Whatever it was it was far too many to suffer that abject performance.
  13. Today
  14. At 96, we had both Holland and England and we narrowly missed out on goal difference. In 98, we were tipped to qualify with Brazil but aye as you say, very good. Honestly have better things to do than troll mate... What are my zany takes exactly?
  15. The world at war. Has there been a better series about ww2. I'm watching at all again.
  16. So we didn't qualify for the World Cup in 94, didn't make it out of the group (and only scored one goal in three games) at Euro 96, but we were "favourites along with Brazil" to progress from the group stages for the first time in our history? Aye, very good. He thinks you're a troll with exaggerated zany takes intended to deliberately provoke a reaction. Are you?
  17. Aye thought as much ya big jessie
  18. What's the past got to do with anything? Expectation is based around our current squad, form and who we are up against. We are playing on world class team and two above average teams that are beatable. You've honestly got the most negative mindset I've met of any Scotsman.
  19. For a neutral take on expectations, I took a look at ELO ratings. They have us out of the picture vs Germany, but close behind Switzerland & Hungary. So any more than 2 points in the group and we are punching above.
  20. Nope. I'm enjoying watching the show. Crack on sir 🍿 🍿 🍿
  21. Are you sure? Look at the aggressive offensive gesture in your avatar 😮
  22. We are a country that has never been out of the group stages in 11 major tournaments that we have qualified for and you think getting out of the groups should be expected. Why? What are you basing that expectation on? We have some decent players but our squad is very weak in certain areas. I am not suggesting that qualifying is the ultimate pinnacle but it's pretty close. Expecting much more than that is delusional based on our history and squad strength. Thats not to say I don't think we can make it out the groups but it's definitely less than a 50 percent chance imo.
  23. How dare you actually read something correctly. That isn't allowed on this thread.
  24. I'm going by the previous few years where Shankland has barely had a sniff despite scoring regularly (apart from his time in Belguim). Adams/Dykes were always the preferred main striker. Mcginn/McT are undroppable. I love Gilmour, great wee player but I'm not so sure he fits the Scottish team as we are not really the best team at playing possession football like a Chelsea or Brighton are but not sure you can leave him out still. McGregor is a very good player but not testing himself at a high level and wouldn't put him in the undroppable mould. You could rejig the midfield where Ferguson gets a place instead of him and work out a system to fit him in with great effect. Ferguson hasn't been given the opportunities to do an awful lot, he needs a run in the team which he ain't getting as we have been getting results with the current midfield but every good team is always looking to adapt and upgrade if options present themselves... I don't see McGinn as a lazy player and every other option we have up top lacks pace and we are not really a long ball team anyway and don't score many headers unless it's from a corner. He can use his arse like King Kenny did and he has an eye for goal and could rotate with the other AM's in a fluid formation but aye this is pretty outward thinking and I know i'll get pelters for it but don't really care.
  25. It’s possible to think we’re more than capable of getting out of the group whilst not expecting us to do so.
  26. No idea what you are talking about tbh... Are you actually gonna weigh in with any constructive feedback?
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