BigAl Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 Starting this one early this week as much to debate after Saturday's debacle in Perth. The point of the postponement of the St Mirren game was to freshen up the players and give them a break after a fairly hectic run of games. Christ almighty did that backfire spectacularly, what we got on Saturday was eleven players who looked out of sorts, tactics and a formation from McInnes that were at best puzzling and questionable and lastly proof that if we have a Plan B as to how to play then we sure as hell aren't rushing into playing it. Saturday's game is already a must win for us. We simply can't allow the likes of ICT and the DABS to open up any more of a gap on us, even this early in the season. I heard it said on Saturday that whilst we've strengthened the squad, we haven't strengthened the first team which effectively remains exactly as it was at the end of season 2013/14. There are players in our first team who simply appear to be untouchable regardless of how poorly they perform. If I was a betting man then I'd stake good money that McInnes would start exactly the same eleven this Saturday as last Saturday. Personally speaking would like to see Low get a start. What about playing him at left back ? Can he be any worse an option than Considine ? Considine is a centre back, playing him at left back is doing him no favours. If Anderson isn't fit, then Considine slots in alongside Reynolds as centre defensive pairing. Hayes at left back, might allow us a first glimpse of Jeffrey and inject further pace into the team. Lastly, McInnes claims to have high hopes for Shankland. I for one would like to see him get a chance, and I'm not talking about a five minute cameo appearance at the end of a game. Give him a half hour or so. Much to ponder..... Anyway back to Saturday's plans In Driving up A90 South Stand A nervy 2-1 (Pee Paw & Shankland ) Overnighter in Huntly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jute Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 Was just about to ask if it was too early to call this a must win. Agree with Al's comments about the St Mirren game. Thought at the time it was a strange decision to cancel the game. It looks like 10 day break has made the players rusty rather than refreshed them. Also agree that McInnes needs to start blooding more of the youngsters like Low Smith the Shankland. Oot Heading through to the Weeg for some inconsiderate cunts wedding reception. 2-0 Dons McGinn and Hayes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigAl Posted August 25, 2014 Author Share Posted August 25, 2014 This IS a must win game. Lest anyone has forgotten a trip to the Tattie Dome awaits after the international break for us...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave_min Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 This feels more familiar. 3 games into the season and we're worried about a home game against Partick. Hopefully if we keep it tight we can get a draw. I'll be there either way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigAl Posted August 25, 2014 Author Share Posted August 25, 2014 This feels more familiar. 3 games into the season and we're worried about a home game against Partick. Hopefully if we keep it tight we can get a draw. I'll be there either way. No BBQ this Saturday Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave_min Posted August 25, 2014 Share Posted August 25, 2014 Apres-match BBQ this weekend Al. You're invited. (BYOM) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McMaster Posted August 29, 2014 Share Posted August 29, 2014 Get a wee feeling this is Aberdeens week tae pit in a blinder. Jesus we are due wan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manc_don Posted August 30, 2014 Share Posted August 30, 2014 Get a wee feeling this is Aberdeens week tae pit in a blinder. Jesus we are due wan. Hope you're right! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drewsome Posted August 30, 2014 Share Posted August 30, 2014 2-0 and counting!!!! :ultras: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scotfree Posted August 31, 2014 Share Posted August 31, 2014 How did the boys play? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drewsome Posted September 1, 2014 Share Posted September 1, 2014 From all reading, the Dons got stronger as the time ticked on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigAl Posted September 2, 2014 Author Share Posted September 2, 2014 We were everything this Saturday that we hadn't been the week before. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manc_don Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 We were everything this Saturday that we hadn't been the week before. Finally watched the highlights last night and completely agree. Very frustrating to be honest. I think of the two, Low's goal was my favourite, thought Gallacher could have done better with McGinn's but fair play to him for actually taking the shot on. Hopefully we can maintain that level of performance on the 13th.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tyrant Posted September 3, 2014 Share Posted September 3, 2014 Finally watched the highlights last night and completely agree. Very frustrating to be honest. I think of the two, Low's goal was my favourite, thought Gallacher could have done better with McGinn's but fair play to him for actually taking the shot on. Hopefully we can maintain that level of performance on the 13th.... That's what I said right after we scored but I was assured that wasn't the case. TBH be honest if Langfield had conceded that I wouldn't have been happy. It was 2-0 going on 5 or 6. We should have scored more. I hope the same Dons team turns up at the Tattie Bowl after the international break. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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