The Merse Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 Can't wait for this tonight. Should be a cracker. Having watched a lot of Barcelona over the last couple of years, I have to say their recent play is nowhere near their usual level. Misfiring quite badly if truth be told. If they are at their best they will hump Arsenal, but they aren't at their best so who knows... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eckauskas Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 3-0 Barca. Arsenals defence is shocking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cosanostra Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 Barca's defence is possibly going to be all of the place as well Eck. I think Barca will go through but I can see Arsenal scoring. Just heard on the radio that during the last 4 games between these two teams, the team who have scored first have lost. Tough one to call I'd say. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ross992 Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 Should be a lot more open than usual, SSN says Barcelona having to play Busquetes and Abidal at centre half. Still think Barcelona will just have a little to much for Arsenal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryan Gosling Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 Should be a lot more open than usual, SSN says Barcelona having to play Busquetes and Abidal at centre half. Still think Barcelona will just have a little to much for Arsenal. A defence of Alves, Busquets, Abidal and Maxwell is still more than good enough. It just means Mascherano or Keita (a painfully underrated player, btw) will play with Xavi and Iniesta. Also, Iniesta, Villa and Abidal were all rested for tonight's game on Saturday. Barcelona to win 4-1. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Merse Posted March 8, 2011 Author Share Posted March 8, 2011 A defence of Alves, Busquets, Abidal and Maxwell is still more than good enough. It just means Mascherano or Keita (a painfully underrated player, btw) will play with Xavi and Iniesta. Also, Iniesta, Villa and Abidal were all rested for tonight's game on Saturday. Barcelona to win 4-1. You'd be as well not quoting Alves as part of the defence given how much time he spends up the other end of the pitch. Of the remaining 3 it's two full backs and a midfielder... Certainly not ideal. Busquets missing from the midfield is a big loss too as he allows Xavi and Iniesta to roam, but can also play a bit too. I think Barca will win but from what I've seen of them recently, it's no certainty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cosanostra Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 You'd be as well not quoting Alves as part of the defence given how much time he spends up the other end of the pitch. Of the remaining 3 it's two full backs and a midfielder... Certainly not ideal. Busquets missing from the midfield is a big loss too as he allows Xavi and Iniesta to roam, but can also play a bit too. I think Barca will win but from what I've seen of them recently, it's no certainty. I think they'll click together tonight. They kind of have to. Home advantage in the champions league at this stage is a huge factor as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milky_26 Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 You'd be as well not quoting Alves as part of the defence given how much time he spends up the other end of the pitch. Of the remaining 3 it's two full backs and a midfielder... Certainly not ideal. Busquets missing from the midfield is a big loss too as he allows Xavi and Iniesta to roam, but can also play a bit too. I think Barca will win but from what I've seen of them recently, it's no certainty. abidals preferred position is CB but he plays LB due to usually having puyol and pique at CB. It says a lot about what guardiola thinks about milito an actual CB but would rather play busquets at CB instead of him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milky_26 Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 I think they'll click together tonight. They kind of have to. Home advantage in the champions league at this stage is a huge factor as well. saw their stats on SSN yesterday about their home record in CL and la liga this season it was IIRC played 17 won 15 lost 1 drew 1 (both draw and defeat was in la liga) for 46 against 9. Either way those stats are formidable and i think the have won their last two games 1-0 which would be enough to progress to the next round Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Merse Posted March 8, 2011 Author Share Posted March 8, 2011 abidals preferred position is CB but he plays LB due to usually having puyol and pique at CB. It says a lot about what guardiola thinks about milito an actual CB but would rather play busquets at CB instead of him. Knew Abidal could play CB, didn't realise it was his preferred position though. Don't blame Pep for ignoring Milito, he's played him a couple of times while Puyol has been out and he's been garbage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cosanostra Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 saw their stats on SSN yesterday about their home record in CL and la liga this season it was IIRC played 17 won 15 lost 1 drew 1 (both draw and defeat was in la liga) for 46 against 9. Either way those stats are formidable and i think the have won their last two games 1-0 which would be enough to progress to the next round Arsenal getting through this round would be as much as a shock as Brum City winning the league cup last year. Unlikely but certainly possible. If Messi, Iniesta and Villa play well, they should blow Arsenal away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sexton Hardcastle Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 If Barca score early the ties over. Cant see Arsenal not conceeding more than one if they have to chase the game. If Arsenal can defend well for the first half and try and break they might have a chance. 9-1 isnt a chabby price considering. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rossthejambo Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 Should be a cracking game, think Barca will prevail though, even with a makeshift defence. They've just got too much offensively for the Arsenal defence to handle IMO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryan Gosling Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 You'd be as well not quoting Alves as part of the defence given how much time he spends up the other end of the pitch. Of the remaining 3 it's two full backs and a midfielder... Certainly not ideal. Busquets missing from the midfield is a big loss too as he allows Xavi and Iniesta to roam, but can also play a bit too. I think Barca will win but from what I've seen of them recently, it's no certainty. Busquets played centre-half at Mallorca (I'm sure it was, it was recent anyway). He spent the entire game in midfield and Barca won 3-0. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coco Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 Barcelona are becoming increasingly dependent on Messi. He is coming deeper and deeper as a result and is left with 6 players to beat whereas at their best a few months ago he was further up the pitch and had 2-3 to beat to get shots in. How he plays will be crucial tonight - he could have scored 3 in the last game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dinger Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 I've stuck ?30 on arsenal at 8/1 on William Hill. I believe!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sexton Hardcastle Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 I've stuck ?30 on arsenal at 8/1 on William Hill. I believe!!! Just saying to a mate, id rather risk 5 quid on arsenal to win the same by lumping 200 notes on barca. Good luck with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tynie b Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 I've stuck ?30 on arsenal at 8/1 on William Hill. I believe!!! Good luck with that, But TBH, I hope you lose your money mate. I hate Ershole Wenger and his shower. Hopefully it will be a Tanking tonight, Barca 3-0 would be good. Another trophyless season for the Moaning Faced French **** I hope Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
speedbump Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 Arsenal getting through this round would be as much as a shock as Brum City winning the league cup last year. Unlikely but certainly possible. If Messi, Iniesta and Villa play well, they should blow Arsenal away. Last year? That's been a quick one! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cosanostra Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 http://www.hmfckickback.co.uk/public/style_emoticons/default/woot.gifLast year? That's been a quick one! ooooops. Last week I meant. Working night shifts does a brother's brain in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gershwin Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 Arsenal 8-1? That's to win match tonight, I presume? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
speedbump Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 ooooops. Last week I meant. Working night shifts does a brother's brain in. I work nights and seem to be fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jambo_jack Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 I've stuck ?30 on arsenal at 8/1 on William Hill. I believe!!! Good lad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cosanostra Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 I work nights and seem to be fine. That's a matter of opinion... I only work 3 or 4 nights a month and it's hard going from days to nights and back again in the same week. Well I find it hard any way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
speedbump Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 That's a matter of opinion... I only work 3 or 4 nights a month and it's hard going from days to nights and back again in the same week. Well I find it hard any way. Yeah................ I do constant nights, I'm used to it now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Old Tolbooth Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 I have a feeling this could be a classic with a scoreline of 4-2 to Barcelona or something along those lines, I've nothing against Arsenal really but I hope Barcelona go through and face manure in the next round (presuming they beat Marseille) because it could be quite funny watching them up against the likes of Carrick and co Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cosanostra Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 Yeah................ I do constant nights, I'm used to it now. I find it hard as hell mate. The next day I feel like a zombie. I do kind of like it but dealing with the drunks, junkies and jakeys can become tiresome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arthur Morgan Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 Barca to win 4-0 on the night Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ross21 Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 Read today that people saying Arsenal will be ok if Koscielny keeps Messi quiet - I'm not saying he was great, but let's not forget he missed 2 sitters(I'm not talking good chances, I mean absolute sitters!) & Barca could've been out of sight For me, & I hope this is the case, Barca @ home against a team willing to have a go & not sit in = heavy win for them. Arsenal haven't improved defensively enough to change my thoughts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homme Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 I'm just hoping for a cracking game and one that lives up to the hype. Barca know exactly what they need to do. Let's see if they're up to it. (I suspect they are) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Burgundy Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 Is the game on sky or can poor people like me watch on pauper vision? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cade Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 Barca are huge favourites to go through. They have the away goal and a scrappy 1-0 would do them fine tonight. The pressure is all on Arsenal, so that means they'll implode as usual. (see last sunday) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eckauskas Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 2-0 Barca with Villa 1st goalscorer = 18/1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chad Sexington Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 You have to fancy Barca...but I cant get rid of a wee niggling feeling that Arsenal will get a score draw tonight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiberius Stinkfinger Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 Barcelona 6 Artnal 0 Van Persie and Fibreglass starting !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Brow Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 Is the game on sky or can poor people like me watch on pauper vision? You'll have to visit your local Dixons and watch it through the window or go to the pub. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan Johnson Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 Rosicky starting for Arsenal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Victorian Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 barca to score 2-3 goals 11/10. tempting. coupled correct scores (barca 2-0 / 3-0) 11/4. tempting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiberius Stinkfinger Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 barca to score 2-3 goals 11/10. tempting. coupled correct scores (barca 2-0 / 3-0) 11/4. tempting. Do it ! Do it ! Put your cardboard box on it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamdub Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 The 1st leg was one of the finest games I have had the pleasure of watching, more of the same and i will be a happy chappy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Victorian Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 Do it ! Do it ! Put your cardboard box on it. i have just lumped on 2-3 goals at 11/10. you may have a pint of low alcohol lager from the winnings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bistokid Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 Is the game on sky or can poor people like me watch on pauper vision? SteamPro or myp2p Ron. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Merse Posted March 8, 2011 Author Share Posted March 8, 2011 Hinted earlier that I didn't think this was a foregone conclusion. Well I'm going to stick mr neck on the line and predict Arsenal will qualify. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bistokid Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 Hinted earlier that I didn't think this was a foregone conclusion. Well I'm going to stick mr neck on the line and predict Arsenal will qualify. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adi Dassler Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 I hope Arsenal win tonight. I am becoming a little fed up with Barcelona's superior attitude. Yes, they are good. They are very good. But this myth they seem to be perpetuating (Xavi in particular) that anyone who doesn't play the Barcelona way, and for what it's worth it's the Ajax way, is anti-football has become tiring. There is more than one way to win a football game. M?s que un club my arse. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ELITHEDUG Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 Come on the Arsenal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Merse Posted March 8, 2011 Author Share Posted March 8, 2011 Hinted earlier that I didn't think this was a foregone conclusion. Well I'm going to stick mr neck on the line and predict Arsenal will qualify. Just seen that Rosicky is starting. I withdraw my statement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chad Sexington Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 Just seen that Rosicky is starting. I withdraw my statement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gershwin Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 Link that doesn't freeze every five seconds please. Can't be hooped going to the pub. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Benoit Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 Link that doesn't freeze every five seconds please. Can't be hooped going to the pub. likewise, the wife has claimed the telly and even I can't bring myself to slap down a pregnant burd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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