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I am pretty confident, that Hughton will give Jahanbakhsh more minutes next game, as he stated that the last 20 minutes of the game were the best of their game today. Although against Man United they will probably play more defensively they should play Bissouma from the beginning and bring Jahanbakhsh at least for the complete 2nd half.
TAJ_LIVERPOOL Jaan, its great that you ask this question. It shifts the question/inquiry back to us and creates the space for us to take resposibility for our 'situation'. Undoubtedly, we have been subject to racism from American and British (and European in general) centers of power that continues to impact the opporunity (or lack there of) for our best talent. Nevertheless, I rather make the best of every situation (like ARJ) 😀 . While we continue to engage in the inquiry we just need to persevere and hope for the best. Its still early to judge ARJ's decision to join BHAFC, lets give it some time and see. On the inquiry side, I am currently reading Neda Maghbouleh's 'The Limits of Whiteness, Iranian Americans and the Everyday Politics of Race' and I highly recommend it.Quote:
Originally Posted by TAJ_LIVERPOOL
I'm sure he's eventually going to succeed in England just because of pure dedication. All I'm saying is clubs buy 16-18 y/o unproven kids from Brazil, France, Spain for fortunes but investing 17 Million Pounds in someone who's literally been proving his worth for 5 years in the Netherlands is "risky" for them. Our boys are gonna prove them all wrong this year. Hopefully we can get Charleroi and Trabzonspor to win a trophy this year with 3 Iranian starters.Quote:
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I'll definitely check out that book by the way.
Today’s performance from Brighton was extremely underwhelming, but it is a SEASON not a knockout tournament, and things will change for the better. I think this game made things clear to Hughton that the transitions need to happen more rapidly. Murray was shocking, in fact the entire offensive line was shocking until Bissouma came on. AJB added much livelihood as well, some great movement and dangerous passes but Brighton was too busy fouling in their own defensive third to even be able to work the ball up to their wingers and forwards. Expect lots of changes for the coming games.
There are many on this site who are in many ways poachers. It is completely unreasonable to state that he is going to be a bench warmer for Brighton simply because of the opening game. In what universe are players who joined the team late (after the WC), who need a bit more time reaching fitness, going to immediately start on the first game of the season? I mean even Vardy was benched yesterday. But of course, people like Hoorad will jump at any opportunity to criticize Jahanbakhsh’s move, regardless of the circumstances.
The fact of the matter is, every team needs adjustment to find what works for them, and should never be written off so blindly over a season opener. So, everyone just relax and cut the BS, because it’s getting exhausting to read.
I don't kmow what's more painful for my eyes, having to watch a Hughton side at an away game or watchig the kneejerk reactions in here.
He got 20 minutes in the prem in the team's first game to test the water and experience what it's like. Watford away is the Wet and Windy Tuesday Night at Stoke of the prem these days, a team filled with geezers who wouldn't look out of place headlining the next UFC event. You can't make clear judgements on any player or team this early on in the season but get used to watching Brighton set up so negatively, particularly away from home. At least it still beats having to watch that shite we know as the Eredivisie.
Brighton are unlucky with their fixture list at the beginning of the season , plus their was a few injuries and as the Brighton fans said they have had problems defending off set pieces , nothing new. They will be happy to get through these games and then move on.
Changes will occur.Quote:
Originally Posted by inarsenewetrust
Murray's legs have gone and he was never very quick.
Bruno is nearing the end of his career (hamstring injury) and Montoya may turn out to be the most important signing.
The whole team struggles against sides that press as not all of them have good technique. Some like March and Knockaert are so one footed (left) that their opponent can predict what they are going to do and have not got the pace to compensate.
Not that the other 13 clubs haven't got technique deficient players as well. Gegenpressing only works against technique deficient players any way. Against players who can control the ball properly. Challenging is less successful and can be chasing shadows.
What was uncharacteristic about the Brighton play was the number of times we lost possession or failed to control the ball properly; it is usually very good except for Murray (all target man forwards are the same) and Knockaert (wingers have a tendency to lose possession creating chances). I didn't think Bong lost the ball at that much.
Last season, Brighton's defence was mixed with Bruno in the side, almost impregnable at preventing goals from open play against the bottom 14, but abysmal at preventing set piece goals.
Watford's two full backs played above their usual standard and won completely against March and Knockaert.
Lads, please lower your expectation. This is a bottom 10 team and maybe even relegation fighting. Stop being so overdramatic.
I predict Brighton will park the bus hardcore against the next 2 games for the sake of getting a point. They won't risk it over just 2 points...
Today's performance was woeful, but you have to realize with so many late signings the true starting 11 hasn't had time to form just yet. I'm hopeful knowing once Bissouma, Jahanbakhsh, Montoya, Locadia/Andone, Izquierdo, and possibly Balogun are in the starting 11 then Brighton will be a completely different team.
I definitely expect Jahanbakhsh and Bissouma to start next week and Montoya if eligible. I'd still think Murray will start up top with Locadia replacing him if he underperforms. If Montoya doesn't start then I'd expect Balogun in there instead of Bruno.
Izquierdo was injured/unfit today so if he's match fit by next week I'd definitely expect him to feature as well.
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