DH1986 Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 (edited) 1 hour ago, Thomaso said: To be honest I did not pick up on his Amankwaa comment which was nonsense. I was agreeing with his final comment - basically that he should not be a starter on Wednesday, based on the lack of confidence issue noted by another poster, and my opinion he is not yet ready for our first team. Em..... There is absolutely ZERO chance of Wighton starting tonight. Edited September 26, 2018 by DH1986 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EIEIO Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 It would be great if we gubbed Motherwell tonight without Uche in the team. However, after Saturday I would far rather he played. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thomaso Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 1 minute ago, DH1986 said: Em..... There is absolutely ZERO chance of Whighton starting tonight. Good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colinmaroon Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 13 hours ago, John mcCartney said: some of the comments on here at the weekend re players performances dear oh dear i sincerely hope the team ram it up our collective arsehole tomorrow night Amen to that!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thomaso Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 5 minutes ago, August Landmesser said: Doubtful as far as I can tell from various interviews/articles in the papers. Should be available for Saturday though Pity - IMO tonight is a bigger game than the one on Saturday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Masonic Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 11 minutes ago, August Landmesser said: Doubtful as far as I can tell from various interviews/articles in the papers. Should be available for Saturday though **** sake wanted to get on a scorecast for the night Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PB21 Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 15 minutes ago, Thomaso said: Good. Yes he’s cup tied so can’t play! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skacelsid Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 Hopefully Uche makes it, the worry is that we may be dependent on him until Vanecek arrives. Hopefully the injury is nothing permanent. Mclean is no target man. Would rather see Naismith up top. Despite his size he is more of a problem for defenders. Maybe we could have kept Keena as back-up, but our squad should be able to cope now. Tonight will be hard and we must be prepared for a physical battle from the start. It is a great early opportunity for our players to get to Hampden, that should be enough motivation, Motherwell will be up for it and so must we be, it will be tough , and no place for any slackers. This game and Octobers games against what will be our closest rivals will tell us a lot about what stage our progress is at. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnthomas Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 2 minutes ago, Skacelsid said: Hopefully Uche makes it, the worry is that we may be dependent on him until Vanecek arrives. Hopefully the injury is nothing permanent. Mclean is no target man. Would rather see Naismith up top. Despite his size he is more of a problem for defenders. Maybe we could have kept Keena as back-up, but our squad should be able to cope now. Tonight will be hard and we must be prepared for a physical battle from the start. It is a great early opportunity for our players to get to Hampden, that should be enough motivation, Motherwell will be up for it and so must we be, it will be tough , and no place for any slackers. This game and Octobers games against what will be our closest rivals will tell us a lot about what stage our progress is at. Think we would have kept Keena but he needed an operation [groin?] . Assume he can get match fit with Dunfermline . They'll , hopefully , get some benefit and we get a fully fit player back in January . Seems to be a combination of circumstances has left us a bit light up top . Lafferty , always going . Vanacek , Teplice wouldn't do deal and Keena , see above Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lambo85 Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 4 minutes ago, Skacelsid said: Hopefully Uche makes it, the worry is that we may be dependent on him until Vanecek arrives. Hopefully the injury is nothing permanent. Mclean is no target man. Would rather see Naismith up top. Despite his size he is more of a problem for defenders. Maybe we could have kept Keena as back-up, but our squad should be able to cope now. Tonight will be hard and we must be prepared for a physical battle from the start. It is a great early opportunity for our players to get to Hampden, that should be enough motivation, Motherwell will be up for it and so must we be, it will be tough , and no place for any slackers. This game and Octobers games against what will be our closest rivals will tell us a lot about what stage our progress is at. Totally agree with this post. I will be concerned if Uche doesnt make it. If he doesnt then I agree that Naismith needs to be pushed further forward beside McLean and I would not start Wighton. Not a game for him tonight. I would start Morrison and move Mitchell back to the left where he belongs. We cant afford to be complacent like we were on Saturday. Its going to be a tough game and the players need to give it everything. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DH1986 Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 As much as I know we need Uche tonight, I wouldn’t be risking further issues with his injury by risking him against Motherwell. He is all we’ve got up there until January and October is just too big a month for us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
August Landmesser Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 (edited) 1 hour ago, Thomaso said: Pity - IMO tonight is a bigger game than the one on Saturday. And tonight is the one Uche would be best suited for too. It is ironic though, that for all Motherwell's whining about his challenge on their keeper, it was Uche who's actually been injured from it, their keeper was playing the very next game. Edited September 26, 2018 by August Landmesser Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Notts1874 Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 He still hasn't trained properly since his knock. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lambo85 Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 17 minutes ago, DH1986 said: As much as I know we need Uche tonight, I wouldn’t be risking further issues with his injury by risking him against Motherwell. He is all we’ve got up there until January and October is just too big a month for us. If we get beat tonight then we are out the cup. If we get beat on Saturday we are still top of the league. I think its worth the risk tonight even if it means he doesnt play Saturday. Agree that it there is a risk for a much longer term injury then he shouldnt be risked. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
We_are_the_Hearts Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 1 minute ago, Notts1874 said: He still hasn't trained properly since his knock. Heard we won't see him until Ibrox. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thomaso Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 59 minutes ago, PB21 said: Yes he’s cup tied so can’t play! Just noticed that. Big blow if Uche is out - hope we play Naismith up top with McLean tucked in behind, with Morrison starting to give us width and a bit of energy. It's going to be tough one tonight!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thomaso Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 7 minutes ago, August Landmesser said: And tonight is the one Uche would be best suited for too. It is ironic though, that for all Motherwell's whining about his challenge on their keeper, it was Uche who's actually been injured from it, their keeper was playing the very next game. Something you will never hear mention by the BBC and pundits!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morgan Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 9 minutes ago, Notts1874 said: He still hasn't trained properly since his knock. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigAlim Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 Think Saturday looked very confused and frustrating, we know these players can perform so I'd only be looking to swap Morrison in for Wighton and get back to basics, push Naismith right up there with MacLean and get the wingers hitting the byline ____________Zlamal Smith__Souttar__Dunne__Garrucio Morrison__Lee__Haring__Mitchell _____Naismith__MacLean Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thomaso Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 1 minute ago, BigAlim said: Think Saturday looked very confused and frustrating, we know these players can perform so I'd only be looking to swap Morrison in for Wighton and get back to basics, push Naismith right up there with MacLean and get the wingers hitting the byline ____________Zlamal Smith__Souttar__Dunne__Garrucio Morrison__Lee__Haring__Mitchell _____Naismith__MacLean ABSOLUTELY THIS!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dode Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 1 hour ago, Lambo85 said: and I would not start Wighton. Not a game for him tonight. Just read he’s cup tied mate . so we have to make a change Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rods Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 (edited) With or without Uche we should have enough to beat an off form Motherwell. Saturday was a draw not due to Uche being out but down to several players being off their game out of position fairly new to Hearts. CL must not make the same mistake twice. Edited September 26, 2018 by Rents Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davemclaren Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 4 minutes ago, Rents said: With or without Uche we should have enough to beat an off form Motherwell. Saturday was a loss not due to Uche being out but down to several players being off their game out of position fairly new to Hearts. CL must not make the same mistake twice. Plus Livi have been on a far better run of form than Well. Nothing is guaranteed but we should win this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Midloth_Iain Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 53 minutes ago, dode said: Just read he’s cup tied mate . so we have to make a change hopefully someone reminds the management team ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Selkirkhmfc1874 Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 1 hour ago, BigAlim said: Think Saturday looked very confused and frustrating, we know these players can perform so I'd only be looking to swap Morrison in for Wighton and get back to basics, push Naismith right up there with MacLean and get the wingers hitting the byline ____________Zlamal Smith__Souttar__Dunne__Garrucio Morrison__Lee__Haring__Mitchell _____Naismith__MacLean Really like look of this Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morgan Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 1 hour ago, BigAlim said: Think Saturday looked very confused and frustrating, we know these players can perform so I'd only be looking to swap Morrison in for Wighton and get back to basics, push Naismith right up there with MacLean and get the wingers hitting the byline ____________Zlamal Smith__Souttar__Dunne__Garrucio Morrison__Lee__Haring__Mitchell _____Naismith__MacLean Is this your team if Uche doesn’t play or, has it been confirmed that he isn’t? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heartsofgold Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 2 hours ago, BigAlim said: Think Saturday looked very confused and frustrating, we know these players can perform so I'd only be looking to swap Morrison in for Wighton and get back to basics, push Naismith right up there with MacLean and get the wingers hitting the byline ____________Zlamal Smith__Souttar__Dunne__Garrucio Morrison__Lee__Haring__Mitchell _____Naismith__MacLean That's the team I would put out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thomaso Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 33 minutes ago, Morgan said: Is this your team if Uche doesn’t play or, has it been confirmed that he isn’t? CL will keep Motherwell guessing until nearer the KO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Beni of Gorgie Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 Be amazed if Garuccio plays Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morgan Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 7 minutes ago, Thomaso said: CL will keep Motherwell guessing until nearer the KO Ok, thanks. Just glad at the minute that he is not definitely out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thomaso Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 8 minutes ago, Morgan said: Ok, thanks. Just glad at the minute that he is not definitely out. Think we need to prepare ourselves for the worst...........unless CL is playing a blinder! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morgan Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 7 minutes ago, Thomaso said: Think we need to prepare ourselves for the worst...........unless CL is playing a blinder! Och well, we’ll just have to whip them 3-0 without him then! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magicTs Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 24 minutes ago, Sir Gio said: Be amazed if Garuccio plays And if Djoum doesn’t. If Uche is out my guess would be.... Zlamal Smith Souttar Dunne Lee Haring Djoum Morrison Mitchell Naismith MacLean Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sairyinthat Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 3 hours ago, DH1986 said: As much as I know we need Uche tonight, I wouldn’t be risking further issues with his injury by risking him against Motherwell. He is all we’ve got up there until January and October is just too big a month for us. The engine room is up and running,they will control the midfeld and we have goalscorers aplenty in this team really don't see any cause for concern tonight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Bubblebeard Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 1 hour ago, magicTs said: And if Djoum doesn’t. If Uche is out my guess would be.... Zlamal Smith Souttar Dunne Lee Haring Djoum Morrison Mitchell Naismith MacLean Any reason for Smith ahead of Dikamona? Not disagreeing, just not seen the latter play yet so just wondering if there is something about his style of play that would make him less suited for a back 3? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magicTs Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 12 minutes ago, Captain Bubblebeard said: Any reason for Smith ahead of Dikamona? Not disagreeing, just not seen the latter play yet so just wondering if there is something about his style of play that would make him less suited for a back 3? I mean Smith has been a regular pick in a backline that’s lost only 2 goals in 6 league games so I don’t see why we would be chopping and changing back there just now especially for a huge cup 1/4 final. Thats no slight on Dikamona who I don’t know much about but personally I don’t see that this would be the game to throw him in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billbaberton Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 18 minutes ago, Captain Bubblebeard said: Any reason for Smith ahead of Dikamona? Not disagreeing, just not seen the latter play yet so just wondering if there is something about his style of play that would make him less suited for a back 3? Smith has been hiding behind the radar. Cracking player, now we see he's fit. Rightfully deserving of a starting slot. Buzzing to watch the game on Hearts TV tonight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luckydug Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 4 hours ago, Rents said: With or without Uche we should have enough to beat an off form Motherwell. Saturday was a draw not due to Uche being out but down to several players being off their game out of position fairly new to Hearts. CL must not make the same mistake twice. CL didn't miss a penalty. If the penalty is converted it is a totally different game. Livingston would have had to be a bit more adventurous and wouldn't have been wasting as much time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Selkirkhmfc1874 Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 58 minutes ago, Captain Bubblebeard said: Any reason for Smith ahead of Dikamona? Not disagreeing, just not seen the latter play yet so just wondering if there is something about his style of play that would make him less suited for a back 3? Smith right back , dikamona central defender Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamdunc Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 No Uche tonight. Confirmed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Bubblebeard Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 19 minutes ago, Selkirkhmfc1874 said: Smith right back , dikamona central defender I’d always classify the right of a back three as a centre back rather than a right back. Maybe just too much Champ Man for me as that certainly is changing these days! Smith’s best game that I’ve seen was in that position v Celtic so I really don’t know what my point was tbh! Just really wondering more about Dikamona’s qualities, if he seems likely to be a first team contender or is purely coming in as backup. Too early to know for sure, I guess... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magicTs Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 3 hours ago, magicTs said: And if Djoum doesn’t. If Uche is out my guess would be.... Zlamal Smith Souttar Dunne Lee Haring Djoum Morrison Mitchell Naismith MacLean BOOM!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irufushi Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 12 minutes ago, jamdunc said: No Uche tonight. Confirmed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phjambo Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marczero Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 16 minutes ago, magicTs said: BOOM!! ???? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pans Jambo Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 Think he will be back on Sat to help keep our unbeaten league form going. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saxondale Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 Other than Berra and Uche, that’s our best team and formation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Dan Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 That we weasle on Sports Sound fron the telly needs to apologise for his red card crusade against the big man. He made an idiot of himself once again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lambo85 Posted September 27, 2018 Share Posted September 27, 2018 So we can win without big Uche!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davie1980 Posted September 27, 2018 Share Posted September 27, 2018 15 hours ago, magicTs said: BOOM!! Don't get too cocky. You got the shape entirely wrong. ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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