Sportsbet.io's English Premier League Football Pool Discussion Thread

[Igebotz]

Your trip to Anfield later this month will be a major test, I do hope you guys win.

Two new managers settling in quite well- I haven't checked the FA roosters to see who's assigned to official the game but hopefully we don't get Anthony Taylor. We haven't won at Anfield forever but Klopp is gone now and things could change.

Out possessing City shouldn't be a flex, there are clubs that defeat them or give them a hard time with draws, Chelsea was once one for those clubs but can't say that anymore. We shouldn't be losing games like that or what was then need for the possession when at the end of game what matters is the 3 points or is there something we got rewarded for because of the possession? Our next big game is at Anfield and we haven't won there like in forever. We should get something from that game as un_rank said. Maybe we should focus more on scoring and not possession in that game because if we go for possession, Liverpool will hurt us with counters. I'm cool with a draw than a lost.

Possession isn't a flex I understand, but in this context it is, you have to look beyond the scoreline because they don't always tell the whole story. You may have a flawless game and still lose; we played well against Citeh and still lost, but I was more concerned in how the boys handled the game.

We have scored the most goals in the league in the last three games; scoring is not our weakness at the moment; defending is, we simply need to stop spreading legs at the back.

[un_rank]

We have scored the most goals in the league in the last three games; scoring is not our weakness at the moment; defending is, we simply need to stop spreading legs at the back.

You guys have conceded 7 goals, City 6 and Arsenal 5, that is not a terrible number as you are making it out to be and does not indicate a poor defense at all. Liverpool have been the only stand out team defensively, letting only 2 goals past them and while some will say it is because of their fixture run, lots of bigger teams have let in goals from much smaller ones, like us against Leicester. Our comeback on that day was good, but you cannot be losing the initiative in games like that.

- Jay -

[Igebotz]

We have scored the most goals in the league in the last three games; scoring is not our weakness at the moment; defending is, we simply need to stop spreading legs at the back.

You guys have conceded 7 goals, City 6 and Arsenal 5, that is not a terrible number as you are making it out to be and does not indicate a poor defense at all. Liverpool have been the only stand out team defensively, letting only 2 goals past them and while some will say it is because of their fixture run, lots of bigger teams have let in goals from much smaller ones, like us against Leicester. Our comeback on that day was good, but you cannot be losing the initiative in games like that.

If you watched how we conceeded those goals especially the two against Brighton you will understand how shambles our defense line is-  those were avoidable goals every day of the week. Our RBs are good but the CBs aren't.

[un_rank]

...Our RBs are good but the CBs aren't.

This made me think you guys start a game with 2 CBs and 2 RBs, leaving the left wing completely unprotected. 

Palace lacked invention today. Despite Liverpool controlling most of the game there was something to be won from that game if they would have been able to dig deep. They look very different from the side that finished last season, the loss of Oliseh was big, but they should have been able to start this season better than they have.

- Jay -

[Igebotz]

...Our RBs are good but the CBs aren't.

This made me think you guys start a game with 2 CBs and 2 RBs, leaving the left wing completely unprotected. 

We usually play 4-3-3, 2 CBs and two inverted RBs + 2 CMs + 1AM and 3 Attackers. The two RBs are meant to invert in to the DM zone when the team is attacking and fall back to RBs position when defending. The LS is working perfectly, the only weakness is the RS.

Palace lacked invention today. Despite Liverpool controlling most of the game there was something to be won from that game if they would have been able to dig deep. They look very different from the side that finished last season, the loss of Oliseh was big, but they should have been able to start this season better than they have.

Palace are so shit but still managed to pull one against us. Liverpool goals are decreasing bit by bit, the next game would be Zero. I will be there..

[buwaytress]

Palace are so shit but still managed to pull one against us. Liverpool goals are decreasing bit by bit, the next game would be Zero. I will be there..

Slot is rotating heavily, won't be surprised if he starts Nunez next game. Not a big fan but if it means we're fuller in the tank later in the season when we're used to (and I imagine he sees we've had a kind fixture list so far) then I won't complain.

Didn't even watch this game, turned screen on to see City behind (damn Kovacic) and Arsenal without a goal but playing well, I regret not putting some bets on today's game.

P.S. Wolves, poor, Wolves.

[Woodie]

Talk about goals 🥅

Had it not been for the low scoring games in the Liverpool and and Leicester game's, on average we talking about 4 goals in each game crazy afternoon and it's only in 6 games!!

You know what, we should have a few correct scores in this round now that I have thought about it... perhaps the Reds and the Foxes gave these away easily, but winning the yellow cap should be something below 15pts..maybe below 12 pts

[hilariousetc]

I got all the results right today and one correct score. Not sure I've ever got all the results in a Saturday game day right before. Only one person above me by a single point. Come on yellow cap 😂.

Talk about goals 🥅

Had it not been for the low scoring games in the Liverpool and and Leicester game's, on average we talking about 4 goals in each game crazy afternoon and it's only in 6 games!!

You know what, we should have a few correct scores in this round now that I have thought about it... perhaps the Reds and the Foxes gave these away easily, but winning the yellow cap should be something below 15pts..maybe below 12 pts

There was a load of goals last week as well.

How many people are backing the Villa home win against Scumchester tomorrow? There could be goals galore in that one too.

[BitcoinGirl.Club]

How many people are backing the Villa home win against Scumchester tomorrow? There could be goals galore in that one too.

Not sure about others but I am backing Villa tomorrow. Their recent performance is not bad even last week against Bayern in CL they managed to win. Different league but Bayern is a one of the hardest opponent in CL. 

[Igebotz]

Slot is rotating heavily, won't be surprised if he starts Nunez next game. Not a big fan but if it means we're fuller in the tank later in the season when we're used to (and I imagine he sees we've had a kind fixture list so far) then I won't complain.

Same with us - Enzo made a complete 11 changes against Gent on Thursday ( without Academy player in starting eleven), our squad depth is insane and I like how's managing the player's minutes to avoid injuries. Heavy rotation helps and that's one thing Arsenal do not have. Take away Kai Havertz and Saka and you have complete dust up front.

looking forward to the game at Anfield, a prefer fixture to climb up the league.

Strange - I didn't see any games today.

How many people are backing the Villa home win against Scumchester tomorrow? There could be goals galore in that one too.

All day long !!! A do or break day for ETH...  

[BitcoinGirl.Club]

Strange - I didn't see any games today.

Not gambling?
I missed to watch Liverpool match. Then I was watching Arsenal, checked my sportsbet account, found some sats left. Picked over 2.5 goals in Arsenal match with both team to score in a LaLiga match. It was not serious bet but fortunately won. Now since I won, I thought to give a try in Everton vs Newcastle combined with a match from Ligue 1. It does not look like there will be any goal is Everton vs Castle. So I am losing it LOL

[notblox1]

I got all the results right today and one correct score. Not sure I've ever got all the results in a Saturday game day right before. Only one person above me by a single point. Come on yellow cap 😂.

Dont get your hopes high yet, there are three more matches left for tomorrow and you have thought competitions with some other players.
Darbit is stil holding strong first place in Superbru but this round is not going his way, but I am not doing any better than him 
Tottenham looks like a good bet for tomorrow and I like the odds, even with asian handicap.

[cryptofrka]

Not sure what to think of Slot to be honest. This is a good way to play to get results, but I preferred to get them by playing football that was more fun to watch.
Early signs show that he will get results, he's doing great with a team that wasn't built according to his preference. But I really do miss gung-ho end to end football with fist pumps.

I know it sounds silly - professional sport is all about the result. For me it never was though, I'd have never started supporting Liverpool when I did if I looked at the table.

I'm thrilled we're doing well, I just miss Klopp I guess.

[CryptopreneurBrainboss]

Same with us - Enzo made a complete 11 changes against Gent on Thursday ( without Academy player in starting eleven), our squad depth is insane and I like how's managing the player's minutes to avoid injuries. Heavy rotation helps and that's one thing Arsenal do not have. Take away Kai Havertz and Saka and you have complete dust up front.

Against a championship side? Chelsea should be able to fill in their academy players and win those games. Let the complete change or a majority happen in the premier league before we can conclude that we have good squad depth.

We have lots of players yes, but I haven't seen the second choices play against a tougher opponent or a standard club.

How many people are backing the Villa home win against Scumchester tomorrow? There could be goals galore in that one too.

ETH wouldn't want to lose this one knowing that his job is at risk, I don't see Man U losing this one but I don't think they got it in them to win either.

[un_rank]

We usually play 4-3-3, 2 CBs and two inverted RBs + 2 CMs + 1AM and 3 Attackers

I think you mean FBs, full backs and not RB, which should stand for right back. Cucurella is a natural left back.

How many people are backing the Villa home win against Scumchester tomorrow? There could be goals galore in that one too.

Villa are the favorites, they have been the better team for 2 seasons now, are in better form currently and play well at home. The only reason I will be considering United to get at least a draw is cause they are not so bad away from home as they are at Old Trafford.

- Jay -

[jeremypwr]

Congrats to CryptopreneurBrainboss for winning the Round 7 Yellow Cap

[hilariousandco]

Congrats to CryptopreneurBrainboss for winning the Round 7 Yellow Cap

What about me? 

[Igebotz]

Against a championship side? Chelsea should be able to fill in their academy players and win those games. Let the complete change or a majority happen in the premier league before we can conclude that we have good squad depth.

We have lots of players yes, but I haven't seen the second choices play against a tougher opponent or a standard club.

Gent are not championship side - I was talking about our Conference league game.

Never seen any team completely change their 11 players for league games. Second team are meant to play the easiest games isn't it....

Congratulations you're doing well in your EPL pool debut season.

I think you mean FBs, full backs and not RB, which should stand for right back. Cucurella is a natural left back.

Yeah.... Mistake.

[hosseinimr93]

What about me?

I think CryptopreneurBrainboss won the yellow cap prize due to having less total Closeness.
According to the post made by jeremypwr, if multiple people have the same points, they are ranked by their total closeness.

But going forward, the "Total Closeness" system will be used to determine who wins the Yellow Cap in the event of a tie.

[jeremypwr]

What about me?

I think CryptopreneurBrainboss won the yellow cap prize due to having less total Closeness.
According to the post made by jeremypwr before, if multiple people have the same points, they are ranked by their total closeness.

But going forward, the "Total Closeness" system will be used to determine who wins the Yellow Cap in the event of a tie.

This is correct

Brainboss
Total closeness: 114.5

hilariousandco
Total closeness: 129

(Last resort for tie-breaking; lower is better)