Big Ramy 1314 Posted April 26, 2021 Share Posted April 26, 2021 Simple question, can we beat them? I know there is alot of variables here, but if we have our healthy top 11 on the park, and Clarke gets the formation correct, is it a long shot, or can we compete with them. To be honest, I do not follow or watch England, so I have no idea what their strengths are apart from Harry Kane, who I know can punish you. How do we play them? Defend then counter? Go at them? Hope for a set piece? It's at Wembley anaw, so there yae are. I will be in ma kilt, Scotland top, playing my Bagpipes surrounded by English, so I am hoping for something special.. Scotland Forever...🏴🏴🏴 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taylor1996 Posted April 26, 2021 Share Posted April 26, 2021 Yes. We can win. Keep it tight in midfield and try to cut off the supply to Kane. Their midfield isn't that good, in my opinion, especially if Jordan Henderson misses out. And unleash Dykes on them. Having Tierney in the middle (either defence or midfield) will be a key component as he's hard as a rock and quick. Not many players will be able to negotiate past him. Their goalkeeping situation is a dicey one. Pope is good, but he's not exactly Shilton or Seaman. Shaw has turned into Robertson. Right back they are strong. Stones and Maguire are a good pairing, not sure how they'd react to the Aussie Rules striker coming up against them, though. Rice and Mount are good players, but they're lacking in that department. Jordan Henderson is a major doubt. If you compare their midfielders, individually, to the previous England teams, the current midfielders are average. In attacking midfield positions they have many choices, from Sancho, Sterling, Foden, Greenwood, Rashford, etc. Calvert-Lewin, Watkins and Kane are their main strikers So yes, we can definitely get something. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noctonjock Posted April 26, 2021 Share Posted April 26, 2021 Foden is a dangerous player as is Sterling. although the latter is inconsistent. Our midfield is a match for theirs and if pickford is in goal we have a chance . Prone to mistakes . We would have to watch Kane and / or Rashford as would cause us problems . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Ramy 1314 Posted April 26, 2021 Author Share Posted April 26, 2021 That's good to know lads, I feel a bit more confident now. The one man that scares me is Kane. Like you said though, if our midfield can cut out the channels, then we are in with a shout. Hope Dykes continues his form.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Ramy 1314 Posted April 26, 2021 Author Share Posted April 26, 2021 19 minutes ago, noctonjock said: Foden is a dangerous player as is Sterling. although the latter is inconsistent. Our midfield is a match for theirs and if pickford is in goal we have a chance . Prone to mistakes . We would have to watch Kane and / or Rashford as would cause us problems . How are they at defending and will they play 3 at the back as I am sure we will have a lone striker.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roverboy Posted April 26, 2021 Share Posted April 26, 2021 Not here to cause any annomisity but as an England fan, we should be far too strong for you. When u look at our attacking options grealish foden sancho kane mount sterling saka rashford dcl, i don't think your defense stands a chance against that. As for our midfield if Henderson is fit we still have players like Bellingham philips rice Ward-Prowse. Rice has been excellent this season and has shown that for England too. We still have a better midfield than you even if its our weakest area. We also have incredible depth at rightback plus two of the best leftbacks in the epl, chilwell and Shaw. Maguire and stones are solid centrebacks. As for pickford, he's NEVER let England down. Can't wait for the game. Good luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taylor1996 Posted April 26, 2021 Share Posted April 26, 2021 23 minutes ago, Big Ramy 1314 said: How are they at defending and will they play 3 at the back as I am sure we will have a lone striker.. They've alternated with a 3 and a 4 over the past year or so. I think it'll be a 4, but I'm not 100% sure. Hopefully we keep to the 3-4-1-2. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taylor1996 Posted April 26, 2021 Share Posted April 26, 2021 15 minutes ago, roverboy said: Not here to cause any annomisity but as an England fan, we should be far too strong for you. When u look at our attacking options grealish foden sancho kane mount sterling saka rashford dcl, i don't think your defense stands a chance against that. As for our midfield if Henderson is fit we still have players like Bellingham philips rice Ward-Prowse. Rice has been excellent this season and has shown that for England too. We still have a better midfield than you even if its our weakest area. We also have incredible depth at rightback plus two of the best leftbacks in the epl, chilwell and Shaw. Maguire and stones are solid centrebacks. As for pickford, he's NEVER let England down. Can't wait for the game. Good luck No animosity felt. Say what you want. Whether it's Pope, Pickford or Henderson, they'll be targeted by Dykes, which is why I hope Dykes starts. Pope will probably get the nod as he's the most consistent. My main issue about the Scotland midfield is the balance. Steve Clarke has to add a defensive anchor to the midfield, otherwise it could be scary. Oh, McTominay is a big game player, he's did it against PSG and Barcelona, etc, he'll turn up for this one. Good luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roverboy Posted April 26, 2021 Share Posted April 26, 2021 3 minutes ago, Taylor1996 said: No animosity felt. Say what you want. Whether it's Pope, Pickford or Henderson, they'll be targeted by Dykes, which is why I hope Dykes starts. Pope will probably get the nod as he's the most consistent. My main issue about the Scotland midfield is the balance. Steve Clarke has to add a defensive anchor to the midfield, otherwise it could be scary. Oh, McTominay is a big game player, he's did it against PSG and Barcelona, etc, he'll turn up for this one. Good luck. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noctonjock Posted April 26, 2021 Share Posted April 26, 2021 25 minutes ago, roverboy said: Not here to cause any annomisity but as an England fan, we should be far too strong for you. When u look at our attacking options grealish foden sancho kane mount sterling saka rashford dcl, i don't think your defense stands a chance against that. As for our midfield if Henderson is fit we still have players like Bellingham philips rice Ward-Prowse. Rice has been excellent this season and has shown that for England too. We still have a better midfield than you even if its our weakest area. We also have incredible depth at rightback plus two of the best leftbacks in the epl, chilwell and Shaw. Maguire and stones are solid centrebacks. As for pickford, he's NEVER let England down. Can't wait for the game. Good luck I agree with most of what you have said although think Maguire and Stones are prone to mistakes . You do have a very strong squad but Scotland are better as underdogs No animosity felt and may the best team win Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Ramy 1314 Posted April 26, 2021 Author Share Posted April 26, 2021 8 minutes ago, Taylor1996 said: They've alternated with a 3 and a 4 over the past year or so. I think it'll be a 4, but I'm not 100% sure. Hopefully we keep to the 3-4-1-2. I hope so. Clarke likes to play defensive, or cautious football if you will from want I have seen..We should not fear England. I want tae beat these bastards. I have been on the receiving end of all my english mates here for 22 fuckin years. I want tae ram me Bagpipes right doon their throats. Follow them home and play the Pipes..🤣🤣. It's time tae stand up and sort these cunts !!!! Intae those Bastaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaards!!!!! 🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Ramy 1314 Posted April 26, 2021 Author Share Posted April 26, 2021 29 minutes ago, roverboy said: Not here to cause any annomisity but as an England fan, we should be far too strong for you. When u look at our attacking options grealish foden sancho kane mount sterling saka rashford dcl, i don't think your defense stands a chance against that. As for our midfield if Henderson is fit we still have players like Bellingham philips rice Ward-Prowse. Rice has been excellent this season and has shown that for England too. We still have a better midfield than you even if its our weakest area. We also have incredible depth at rightback plus two of the best leftbacks in the epl, chilwell and Shaw. Maguire and stones are solid centrebacks. As for pickford, he's NEVER let England down. Can't wait for the game. Good luck Whit????? You oan the sauce fella? Scotland gonnae rip yees a new one !!!!! 🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴💪💪💪💪💪💪 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Ramy 1314 Posted April 26, 2021 Author Share Posted April 26, 2021 That's it, Mrs.Ramy on a conference call, and I'm wound up. Ahm gettin ma Bagpipes oot sharpish.... Divorce here ah come..🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roverboy Posted April 26, 2021 Share Posted April 26, 2021 6 minutes ago, noctonjock said: I agree with most of what you have said although think Maguire and Stones are prone to mistakes . You do have a very strong squad but Scotland are better as underdogs No animosity felt and may the best team win U too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roverboy Posted April 26, 2021 Share Posted April 26, 2021 5 minutes ago, Big Ramy 1314 said: Whit????? You oan the sauce fella? Scotland gonnae rip yees a new one !!!!! 🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴💪💪💪💪💪💪 We'll see Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Ramy 1314 Posted April 26, 2021 Author Share Posted April 26, 2021 Just now, roverboy said: We'll see Only a bit of good banter chum. Best of luck..👍🍺 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roverboy Posted April 26, 2021 Share Posted April 26, 2021 14 minutes ago, Big Ramy 1314 said: Only a bit of good banter chum. Best of luck..👍🍺 I know u too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Ramy 1314 Posted April 26, 2021 Author Share Posted April 26, 2021 Scotland have to have the right mindset for this one. Dont get caught up in the hype. Keep it tight, and keep it simple. Everyone does their job, and wait and see what unfolds.. I am feeling more and more confident with every passing week. Dykes is scoring regularly, Tierney will be back, all the boys are playing well. We are the underdogs, and I like it that way. Tje boys want to play for Scotland, and they are competing for 11 spots, unlike years past. I trust Clarke, he is no mug.... 🏴🏴🏴 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stitch Posted April 26, 2021 Share Posted April 26, 2021 If Clarke plays his system of 9 players on the edge of the box then when we go a goal down he trys to push forward and attack we will get humped by at least 3. We need to go out with the same attitude as we did in the playoff final. It will also depend on what position we are in after the first 2 games and them. If any of us have already qualified there could be totally different teams starting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Ramy 1314 Posted April 26, 2021 Author Share Posted April 26, 2021 4 minutes ago, stitch said: If Clarke plays his system of 9 players on the edge of the box then when we go a goal down he trys to push forward and attack we will get humped by at least 3. We need to go out with the same attitude as we did in the playoff final. It will also depend on what position we are in after the first 2 games and them. If any of us have already qualified there could be totally different teams starting. Good point there..👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thesaint Posted April 26, 2021 Share Posted April 26, 2021 3 minutes ago, stitch said: If Clarke plays his system of 9 players on the edge of the box then when we go a goal down he trys to push forward and attack we will get humped by at least 3. We need to go out with the same attitude as we did in the playoff final. It will also depend on what position we are in after the first 2 games and them. If any of us have already qualified there could be totally different teams starting. Surely nobody will have qualified after one game. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vanderark14 Posted April 26, 2021 Share Posted April 26, 2021 Good luck? good luck???????. What happened to us? When did we start wishing england good luck Pffft 😉🤣 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scotlad Posted April 26, 2021 Share Posted April 26, 2021 20 minutes ago, stitch said: If Clarke plays his system of 9 players on the edge of the box then when we go a goal down he trys to push forward and attack we will get humped by at least 3. We need to go out with the same attitude as we did in the playoff final. It will also depend on what position we are in after the first 2 games and them. If any of us have already qualified there could be totally different teams starting. I thought we played them in the second game? IMO, this current England team isn't as good as the one we played the last time we met in the European Championships; but to be fair, neither is our team! If we show them too much respect - which we have an unfortunate habit of doing with certain opponents - then I think they'll beat us comfortably. However, I think we're capable now of at least giving them a good game. I don't expect us to win or even draw, but if we approach it the right way then winning is possible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Third Lanark Posted April 26, 2021 Share Posted April 26, 2021 Foden scares me to be honest as does Kane. Think we can compete in midfield though. Draw would be great result. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roverboy Posted April 26, 2021 Share Posted April 26, 2021 1 hour ago, vanderark14 said: Good luck? good luck???????. What happened to us? When did we start wishing england good luck Pffft 😉🤣 Good luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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